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ASSC 5302 - Directed Studies in Sculpture
Credits: 3
Students may take one course per term only. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BSSN 3100 - Private Study: Bassoon
Credits: 1
One half-hour lesson each week (14 per term) with a jury examination at the conclusion of each term. These repeatable course numbers are offered each fall, spring, and summer. Students are required to accept internships in performance or private teaching, subject to availability and/or scheduling conflicts with other SMU courses. Internships may begin prior to the beginning of the term.
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BSSN 3200 - Private Study: Bassoon
Credits: 2
One 1-hour lesson each week (14 per term) with a jury examination at the conclusion of each term. These repeatable course numbers are offered each fall and spring. Majors are required to enroll in private studies each term until degree requirements are completed. Students are required to accept internships in performance or private teaching, subject to availability and/or scheduling conflicts with other SMU courses. Internships may begin prior to the beginning of the term.
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BB 3345 - The Ethics of Biblical Interpretation
Credits: 3
Explores the ethics of biblical interpretation, especially the ethical, theo-political, and cultural treatments in past and present Bible scholarship and other sources. Prerequisite: Junior and senior standing only.
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Biological Sciences Courses for Nonscience Majors. BIOL 1300 , BIOL 1305 , BIOL 1308 and BIOL 1310 are designed to satisfy the University-wide requirements of nonscience students. BIOL 1300 is not open to students who have earned prior credit in BIOL 1301 , and BIOL 1305 , BIOL 1308 , BIOL 1310 are not open to students who have earned prior credit in BIOL 1302 . Non-science majors should note that BIOL 1301 , BIOL 1302 may also be taken to satisfy University-wide requirements. BIOL 2441 and BIOL 2442 may be taken by nonscience majors, but may not be taken by Biology majors or minors.
Courses for Biology Majors. Students who wish to earn the B.A. or B.S. degree in biology are encouraged to complete BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 , BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 and CHEM 1303 , CHEM 1304 (with labs) in their freshman year. However, with the approval of an academic adviser, a student may postpone BIOL 1301 , BIOL 1302 , for one or two terms. The introductory biology courses are the minimum prerequisite for all advanced biology courses. The general chemistry courses are a prerequisite for most advanced biology courses.
Special Courses. BIOL 2101 , BIOL 2102 , BIOL 2185 , BIOL 3385 , BIOL 3398 , BIOL 3399 , BIOL 4398 and BIOL 4399 are research courses. BIOL 1305 , BIOL 1308 , BIOL 1310 , BIOL 3343 , BIOL 3347 , BIOL 3354 , and BIOL 4358 are SMU-in-Taos courses.
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BIOL 1101 - Introductory Biology Lab
Credits: 1
Standard laboratory techniques are utilized to study living organisms, with an emphasis on cells as the components of life. One 3-hour laboratory each week. Corequisite: BIOL 1301 .
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BIOL 1102 - Introductory Biology Lab
Credits: 1
A practical study of the diversity of living organisms with respect to anatomy, ecology, and evolution. One 3-hour laboratory each week. Corequisite: BIOL 1302 .
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BIOL 1300 - Biology for Liberal Arts
Credits: 3
An introduction to the major concepts of biological thought for the nonscience major. Includes the equivalent of one laboratory session per week. BIOL 1300 is not open to students with prior credit in BIOL 1301 or BIOL 1401.
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BIOL 1301 - Introductory Biology
Credits: 3
Introduction to the study of living organisms: ecology, evolution, diversity, and physiology. BIOL 1301/1101 and BIOL 1302 /1102 are prerequisites to all advanced courses in biological sciences. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 1101 .
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BIOL 1302 - Introductory Biology
Credits: 3
Introduction to the study of living organisms: ecology, evolution, diversity, and physiology. BIOL 1301 /1101 and BIOL 1302/1102 are prerequisites to all advanced courses in biological sciences. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 1102 .
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BIOL 1305 - The Natural Environment
Credits: 3
An introduction to major environments and their resident populations for the nonscience major. Includes the equivalent of one laboratory session each week. BIOL 1305 is not open to students with prior credit in BIOL 1402. (SMU-in-Taos)
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BIOL 1308 - Plant Biology
Credits: 3
An introduction to the economic, social, and industrial aspects of plant substances and material for the nonscience major. Includes the equivalent of one laboratory session each week. BIOL 1308 is not open to students who have prior credit in BIOL 1402. (SMU-in-Taos)
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BIOL 1310 - Aquatic Biology
Credits: 3
For the nonscience major. Introduces the biology of the lakes and streams of the Southern Rocky Mountains. Lectures and labs are conducted at Fort Burgwin, New Mexico. BIOL 1310 is not open to students who have prior credit in BIOL 1402. (SMU-in-Taos)
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BIOL 2085 - Internship in Biology
Credits: 0
Laboratory or fieldwork in biology at an on- or off-campus location. Pass/fail only. No tuition. Prerequisite: Departmental approval required.
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BIOL 2101 - Introductory Undergraduate Research
Credits: 1
A minimum of 5 hours per week doing supervised laboratory research. Offered on a pass/fail basis only. Prerequisites: At least sophomore standing, BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401) and BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402), and consent of instructor.
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BIOL 2102 - Introductory Research II
Credits: 1
A minimum of 5 hours per week doing supervised laboratory research. Offered on a pass/fail basis only. Prerequisites: BIOL 2101 and consent of instructor.
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BIOL 2185 - Internship in Biology
Credits: 1
Laboratory or fieldwork in biology at an on- or off-campus location. Pass/Fail only. Prerequisite: Departmental approval required.
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BIOL 2441 - Human Anatomy and Physiology with Laboratory I, for Non-Science Majors
Credits: 4
A systemic approach to the study of the human body, with a focus on the anatomical structure and function of the human neuromusculoskeletal systems taught for the nonscience major. This course does not satisfy requirements for a biology major or minor, nor can it substitute for an advanced biology course in a program where one is required. Undergraduate, graduate, or professional programs with requirements designated specifically for “science majors only” are not satisfied with this course. This is the gateway course for applied physiology and enterprise concentration majors; successful completion is mandatory for admission to the APSM program. Lab fee: $30. Prerequisite: Restricted to students who have fewer than 90 credit hours or have the instructor’s approval.
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BIOL 2442 - Human Anatomy and Physiology with Laboratory II, for Non-Science Majors
Credits: 4
Examines the gross anatomy and physiology of the endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and urinary systems, and their relationship with human health and performance taught for the nonscience major. This course does not satisfy requirements for a biology major or minor, nor can it substitute for an advanced biology course in a program where one is required. Undergraduate, graduate, or professional programs with requirements designated specifically for “science majors only” are not satisfied with this course. Lab fee: $30. Prerequisite: APSM 2441 or BIOL 2441 .
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BIOL 3100 - Special Topics Abroad
Credits: 1
Courses offered in SMU-approved international programs. May be repeated for credit under a different subtitle. A maximum of 6 hours of special topics abroad may be applied toward the B.A. or B.S. degree in biology. May not be applied toward the minor in biology. Prerequisite: Departmental approval.
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BIOL 3106 - Physiology Laboratory
Credits: 1
Uses live organisms to study homeostasis and the following: cell cycle, cardiovascular, nervous, sensory, digestive, and respiratory physiology. Covers Latin and Greek stem words to reinforce medical terminology. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3304 and BIOL 3350 . Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 4306 .
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BIOL 3170 - Microbiology Laboratory
Credits: 1
Introduces microbiological methods for: inoculation of bacteria using aseptic technique, isolating bacterial colonies, identification of bacterial morphology using microscopy, enumeration and identification of bacteria using culture methods and differential media. One 3-hour lab each week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402) and C- or better in BIOL 3304 . Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 3370 .
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BIOL 3200 - Special Topics Abroad
Credits: 2
Courses offered in SMU-approved international programs. May be repeated for credit under a different subtitle. A maximum of 6 hours of special topics abroad may be applied toward the B.A. or B.S. degree in biology. May not be applied toward the minor in biology. Prerequisite: Departmental approval.
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BIOL 3222 - Molecular Genetics Laboratory
Credits: 2
Students gain experience in investigative methods used in modern medical research, molecular biology, genetics, bioinformatics, forensic science, and the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3304 .
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BIOL 3300 - Special Topics Abroad
Credits: 3
Courses offered in SMU-approved international programs. May be repeated for credit under a different subtitle. A maximum of 6 hours of special topics abroad may be applied toward the B.A. or B.S. degree in biology. May not be applied toward the minor in biology. Prerequisite: Departmental approval.
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BIOL 3303 - Evolution
Credits: 3
A study of the principles of biological evolution. Includes natural selection, adaptation, molecular evolution, the formation of new species, the fossil record, biogeography, and principles of classification. Includes 3 hours of lecture each week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401) and C- or better in BIOL 3304 .
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BIOL 3304 - Genetics
Credits: 3
An introduction to the structure, function, and transmission of the hereditary material. Includes 3 hours of lecture each week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401) and CHEM 1304 .
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BIOL 3305 - Limnology: Aquatic Biology
Credits: 3
The study of inland waters, integrating chemistry, physics, and biology. Emphasis is on identifying organisms and studying their interactions with the environment. Includes 2 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402), and CHEM 1303 .
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BIOL 3307 - Ecology
Credits: 3
Basic principles and concepts of ecology, with emphasis on population and community interactions. Includes 3 hours of lecture each week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 , BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 , or permission of instructor.
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BIOL 3308 - Biology of Marine Mammals
Credits: 3
A comparative study of marine mammal anatomy, morphology, physiology, life history and behavior, and adaptation to marine existence. Includes study of the effect of human activities on marine mammals, with special reference to northern European waters. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402), and CHEM 1303 /CHEM 1113 . (SMU-in-Copenhagen only)
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BIOL 3311 - Tropical Ecology and Sustainable Development
Credits: 3
Examines the ecological impact of human activity, especially agriculture, in a tropical country. Topics include water pollution, waste management, and climate change. Prerequisites: BIOL 3307 and at least one college-level course in Spanish. (SMU-in-Costa Rica only)
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BIOL 3312 - Wildlife Ecology
Credits: 3
Ecological principles of the East Africa savanna ecosystem. Examines factors underlying distributions, population biology, and behavioral ecology, along with competition and predation, using African examples. Prerequisite: BIOL 3307 . (SMU-in-Kenya only)
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BIOL 3323 - Biology of the Brain
Credits: 3
Reviews the basic functioning of the brain and provides a deeper understanding of how people interact with their surrounding environment. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL1102 (or BIOL 1402). Recommended: BIOL 3222 .
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BIOL 3342 - Plant Kingdom
Credits: 3
A survey of the plant kingdom, emphasizing life histories and developmental morphology. Includes 2 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402).
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BIOL 3343 - Field Botany
Credits: 3
Identification of vascular plants, with emphasis on ecological indicators. Lectures and laboratories conducted at Fort Burgwin, New Mexico, site of SMU-in-Taos. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402).
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BIOL 3347 - Systematic Botany
Credits: 3
An introduction to the history, nomenclature, family characteristics, identification, and biosystematics of the flowering plants. Lecture and laboratory work conducted at Fort Burgwin, New Mexico. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402).
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BIOL 3354 - Parasitology
Credits: 3
Comparative study of protozoa and helminthic parasitic organisms, and their role in diseases. Includes 2 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402).
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BIOL 3365 - Cancer Biology
Credits: 3
Emphasis on the molecular features of oncogenesis and human cancers, including carcinogenesis, metastasis, and roles of genetic mutations and chromosomal aberrations during neoplasia. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3350 .
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BIOL 3369 - Paleobiology
Credits: 3
A survey of biological diversity, phylogenetic analysis, rates of evolution, extinction, biogeography, taphonomy, and paleoecology. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401) or BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402) or one 1300-level course in Earth sciences or permission of instructor.
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BIOL 3370 - Microbiology
Credits: 3
The biology of microorganisms, with an emphasis on diversity, disease, and the environment. Includes 3 hours of lecture each week. Recommended: CHEM 3371 , CHEM 3117 . Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402) and C- or better in BIOL 3304 .
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BIOL 3385 - Internship in Biology
Credits: 3
Biological research at an institution other than SMU. Credit does not apply toward the degree requirement for two laboratory classes. A student may not take both BIOL 3385 and BIOL 3398 for a letter grade. Prior departmental approval required. Prerequisites: BIOL 3304 , BIOL 3350 .
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BIOL 3398 - Undergraduate Research I
Credits: 3
A minimum of 9 hours per week doing research in the laboratory of a faculty member. Credit for this course does not apply toward the degree requirement for two laboratory courses. A student may not earn credit in both BIOL 3385 and BIOL 3398. Prerequisites: Junior standing and approval of faculty sponsor and the Undergraduate Studies Committee of the department.
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BIOL 3399 - Undergraduate Research II
Credits: 3
Pass/fail only. Cannot be applied toward the requirements for the major in biological sciences. Prerequisites: BIOL 3398 and approval by the faculty sponsor and the Undergraduate Studies Committee of the department.
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BIOL 4105 - Genomics Lab
Credits: 1
Covers genomic analysis pipelines from nucleic acid isolation to sequence analysis in Linux and R environments. Students independently design and execute a high-throughput sequencing experiment to measure genetic variation in natural populations. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 4305 ; or permission of instructor. Withdrawal from BIOL 4305 requires withdrawal from BIOL 4105. (*updated* 11/3/2022; effective spring 2023)
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BIOL 4110 - Biological Chemistry Laboratory
Credits: 1
Two 3-hour labs each week for half a term. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402). Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 4310 /CHEM 4310 . If CHEM 4110 is counted toward a chemistry major or minor, it cannot be counted toward a biological sciences major or minor.
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BIOL 4119 - Immunobiology Laboratory
Credits: 1
Provides experience in experimental techniques and strategies used in immunobiology labs, including cell culture, quantitative plate-based assays, and fluorescence-activated cell sorting. Two 3-hour labs each week for half a term. Prerequisites: BIOL 3304 , BIOL 3350 . Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 4319 .
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BIOL 4132 - Senior Seminar
Credits: 1
Discussion of current problems of biological interest, 1 hour each week. Prerequisites: Senior standing; major in biology.
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BIOL 4160 - Toxicology Laboratory
Credits: 1
Modern biochemical and molecular techniques are used to assess the impact of environmental contaminants on liver biomarkers in fish. One 3-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3350 . Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 4360 .
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BIOL 4164 - Functional Anatomy and Histology Laboratory
Credits: 1
A scientific study of Mammalian Anatomy, from the cellular level (Histology) through organ systems (dissections), including pathology cases and application of weekly vocabulary lists of Latin and Greek stem words. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3304 and BIOL 3350 . Corequisite or prerequisite: BIOL 4306 or BIOL 4364 . Withdrawal from BIOL 4306 or BIOL 4364 requires withdrawal from BIOL 4164.
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BIOL 4305 - Genomics and Bioinformatics
Credits: 3
Impact of completely sequenced genomes on current experimental and computational approaches to biomedical research. Introduction to the technology, biology, and software exploited by molecular biology, genealogy, and medical diagnostic labs. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3304 and junior standing.
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BIOL 4306 - Human Anatomy with Physiology
Credits: 3
Explores human anatomy and physiology, with an emphasis on cellular mechanisms that influence organ system functions. Covers nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, and renal systems. Also covers abnormal anatomy and physiology (pathology), where appropriate, as part of clinical case studies. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3304 , BIOL 3350 ; CHEM 1113 , CHEM 1114 , CHEM 1303 , CHEM 1304 .
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BIOL 4310 - Biological Chemistry: Macromolecular Structure and Function
Credits: 3
Introduces the structure and function of macromolecules of biological importance, with a focus on nucleic acid and protein structure, enzyme kinetics, and carbohydrate and lipid chemistry. Includes 3 hours of lecture each week. The accompanying laboratory (BIOL 4110 ) is strongly recommended for biology majors. If CHEM 4310 is counted towards a chemistry major or minor, it cannot be counted towards a biological sciences major or minor. Prerequisites: C- or better in CHEM 3371 , CHEM 3372 and junior standing.
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BIOL 4311 - Biological Chemistry: Metabolism
Credits: 3
Introduction to the pathways and regulatory events in the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, and nucleotides. Includes 3 hours of lecture each week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402); CHEM 3371 , CHEM 3372 . If CHEM 4311 is counted toward a chemistry major or minor, it cannot be counted toward a biological sciences major or minor.
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BIOL 4319 - Immunobiology
Credits: 3
Introduction to fundamental concepts of the immune system. Prerequisites: BIOL 3304 , BIOL 3350 .
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BIOL 4320 - Molecular Biology: Control and Expression of Genetic Information
Credits: 3
DNA structure and replication, control of transcription and translation, and techniques in molecular genetics and recombinant DNA technology. Prerequisites: CHEM 3372 and C- or better in BIOL 3304 .
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BIOL 4322 - Molecular Biology of Eukaryotes
Credits: 3
Structure and function of eukaryotic chromosomes as mediators of gene expression during growth, differentiation, and oncogenesis. A student cannot have previously completed BIOL 4320 . Prerequisites: BIOL 3304 , CHEM 3372 , and junior standing.
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BIOL 4325 - General and Molecular Virology
Credits: 3
Emphasis on the molecular aspects of viral replication and pathogenesis, including the roles of viruses in emerging human infectious diseases, cancer, and bioterrorism. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3304 and junior standing.
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BIOL 4331 - Developmental Biology
Credits: 3
Developmental processes in animals. Includes 3 hours of lecture each week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402) and C- or better in BIOL 3304 .
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BIOL 4333 - Clinical Neurobiology
Credits: 3
Covers the structure and function of the nervous system under physiological and pathological conditions along with bioethics in neurobiology research. An emphasis on cellular mechanisms illustrates the links between neuropathology and neurological and psychiatric disorders. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3304 and BIOL 3350 ; CHEM 1113 , CHEM 1114 , CHEM 1303 , and CHEM 1304 . (*updated* 11/3/2022; effective spring 2023)
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BIOL 4340 - Molecular Basis of Brain Development and Degeneration
Credits: 3
Covers the molecular biology of brain development and degeneration. Interactive course that includes lectures and student presentations of publications describing important research findings related to neurodevelopment and neurodegeneration. Recommended: BIOL 3323 . Prerequisites: BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402), BIOL 3304 , BIOL 3350 .
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BIOL 4358 - Ecology of Parasitism
Credits: 3
The biotic and abiotic factors influencing parasite communities. Emphasis on the free-living stages of parasites. Includes 2 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisite: BIOL 3354 .
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BIOL 4360 - Environmental and Human Toxicology
Credits: 3
Introduction to environmental toxicology, focusing on the fate and transport, biotransformation, and biochemical and physiological impacts of pollutants on humans and wildlife. Includes 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3304 , BIOL 3350 ; CHEM 3371 , CHEM 3372 .
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BIOL 4364 - Integrated Human Physiology with Endocrinology
Credits: 3
Normal function and diseases of the major hormone systems of the body including the hypothalamus/pituitary axes; the thyroid gland; reproduction and sexual development; digestion and metabolism including the pancreas, bone, and calcium metabolism; and the adrenal glands. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3304 and BIOL 3350 .
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BIOL 4370 - Biotechnology and Nanotechnology
Credits: 3
Introduction to current techniques and emerging applications of biotechnology and nanobiotechnology in medicine, agriculture, forensic and aquatic sciences, and bioremediation. Prerequisites: CHEM 3371 and C- or better in BIOL 3304 .
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BIOL 4380 - Gene Editing Lab
Credits: 3
A project-based course that trains students how to use the CRISPR-Cas9 system in a model organism to create new research tools for the scientific community. Prerequisites: C- or better in BIOL 3304 and BIOL 3350 . Students are expected to have basic laboratory research experience. Non-honors students may enroll with the permission of the instructor if they possess competence in basic laboratory research techniques.
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BIOL 4382 - Physical Chemistry of Proteins
Credits: 3
Fundamental aspects of techniques used to interrogate the thermodynamics and kinetics of protein conformational changes, with emphasis on atomic resolution structural techniques. Prerequisites: BIOL 4310 /CHEM 4310 , CHEM 4383 and CHEM 4384 , and instructor approval.
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BIOL 4390 - Current Topics in Biology
Credits: 3
Explores the current understanding of the mechanisms of aging and the ways these insights are used in efforts to extend life span and to combat diseases associated with old age. Includes lectures and presentations on the biology of aging that are based on the primary and secondary literature. Prerequisites: Junior standing, strong background in genetics and cell biology, and permission of instructor.
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BIOL 4398 - Honors Undergraduate Research I
Credits: 3
For students in the departmental distinction program. Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 /BIOL 1101 (or BIOL 1401), BIOL 1302 /BIOL 1102 (or BIOL 1402); admission to departmental distinction program.
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BIOL 4399 - Honors Undergraduate Research II
Credits: 3
For students in the departmental distinction program. Prerequisites: B+ or better in BIOL 4398 .
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BA 3200 - Special Topics: International Business Administration
Credits: 2
Special topics in international business taught abroad.
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BA 3300 - Special Topics: International Business Administration
Credits: 3
Offered through SMU Abroad. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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BA 3301 - Special Topics: International Business II
Credits: 3
Offered through SMU Abroad. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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BA 4111 - Business Internship
Credits: 1
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BA 4112 - Business Internship
Credits: 1
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BA 4113 - Business Internship
Credits: 1
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BA 4311 - Business Internship
Credits: 3
Offered study abroad only.
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BA 4312 - Business Internship
Credits: 3
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BA 4315 - European Common Market
Credits: 3
Offered through SMU Abroad. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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BA 4360 - Advanced Studies in Risk Management
Credits: 3
Students work with the professor on individualized research projects targeting risk management and insurance topics.
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BA 5180 - Directed Study
Credits: 1
Directed research in business. Prerequisite: Junior standing and permission of the instructor.
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BA 5280 - Directed Study
Credits: 2
Directed research in business. Prerequisites: ACCT 2312, junior standing, and permission of the instructor.
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BA 5380 - Directed Study
Credits: 3
Directed research in business. Prerequisites: ACCT 2312, junior standing, and permission of the instructor.
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BUSE 2301 - Life Cycle Economics: Personal Financial Planning for Today and Tomorrow
Credits: 3
Students focus on personal life cycle economics as the foundation for personal financial planning in a “hands-on” classroom environment. Typical topics include maximizing one’s living standard, human capital estimation, credit scoring, investments, taxes, personal insurance, retirement tools, and benefits within the Social Security system. Analysis undertaken with spreadsheets and life cycle software. Students must bring a laptop that runs Microsoft Excel to each class. Open to all SMU students. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. For Cox majors/minors in business administration, this course counts as free elective credit only. For minors in business, this course will substitute for FINA 3312. Students may not receive credit for BUSE 2301 and FINA 3312.
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BUSE 2311 - Perspectives on American Business Through the Lens of General Motors
Credits: 3
Examines the development of American business, with a focus on General Motors. Students explore perspectives on managerial, regulatory, and legal issues to gain a better understanding of how large businesses are run. Prerequisite: ACCT 2301 . Prerequisite or corequisite: FINA 3320 . Restricted to Cox B.B.A. students.
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BUSE 3208 - Special Topics in Energy Economics
Credits: 2
Designed to provide the energy student with an overview of the foundations of economic and financial analysis of the sectors of the energy value chain to prepare them for more advanced energy finance courses covering valuation, risk management, and real options. By exploring the financial and operational metrics, students gain a better knowledge of the different sectors of the oil and gas industry, their unique business cycles, and operational challenges. Department consent required. Restricted to Cox majors. (*updated* 1/9/2023; effective spring 2023)
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BUSE 3300 - Evolution of American Capitalism
Credits: 3
Discusses the evolution of capitalism in the American economy from the Colonial Period to the present. Topics include the evolution of women in the workforce, the economic situation for minorities in America, structural changes and the disappearance of the middle class, the growing income gap between rich and poor, the growth of government, the drift towards socialism, the intense competition among states for jobs and challenges to America’s leadership in the global economy. Prerequisites: ECO 1311 , ECO 1312 . Restricted to Cox majors.
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BUSE 3310 - Markets and Freedom
Credits: 3
Discusses the indicators of economic freedom and the benefits of globalization. Explores how markets raise living standards, including the roles that technology, globalization, public policy, and economic growth play in a functioning market economy. This course counts as a business elective. Restricted to Cox majors and minors.
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BUSE 3331 - From Prospect to Production to Kilowatts: The Business of Energy
Credits: 3
Provides an in-depth understanding of the petroleum, natural gas, coal, power generation, and alternative fuels market segments, with a focus on structure, key business drivers, and technologies. Recommended foundational course for students pursuing careers in energy, energy finance, or sustainability related disciplines. Prerequisite: Sophomore status. Restricted to Cox majors or by permission of instructor.
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BUSE 3332 - The Business of Energy: Power Generation, Renewables and Sustainability
Credits: 3
Provides an in-depth understanding of the power generation, and renewable market segments, with a focus on long-term environmental and sustainability issues such as carbon management, land use and impact, energy poverty, and other issues developing within the sector. Provides an overview of the economics, technologies, and sustainability impacts associated with the ongoing energy transition. Recommended second course for students pursuing careers in energy, energy finance, or sustainability related disciplines. Prerequisites: Sophomore status and above. Restricted to Cox majors or by permission of instructor.
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BUSE 4135 - Energy Private Equity Practicum
Credits: 1
Students work with a professor(s) and an industry sponsor – energy company, private equity firm, or other investment vehicle - to evaluate an energy investment opportunity and/or develop a strategic plan for the sponsor. Student may work on valuation, due diligence, risk management, market survey, or other analysis as required by the client. Prerequisite: BUSE 3331 . Application required. Restricted to Cox majors.
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BUSE 4332 - Energy and Environmental Law
Credits: 3
Examines the legal and regulatory issues applicable to energy as they relate to finance, investment, and the economics of the business. Provides the basic tools of an energy professional to identify and analyze the legal and regulatory issues related to energy and resource development and operation, property acquisition and divestiture, and project valuation and financing. Prerequisite: BUSE 3331 . Reserved for Cox majors.
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BUSE 4333 - Business Management, Planning, and Analysis in Energy
Credits: 3
Through energy industry case studies, examines modern operational, economic, and financial aspects of the modern energy industry as they relate to planning and decision-making in the firm, with particular emphasis on oil and gas and power generation. Topics include the energy transition, capital structure, reserve valuation, political risk, environmental risk, and sustainability. Prerequisite: BUSE 3331 . Reserved for Cox majors.
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BUSE 4334 - Global Energy Markets, Business, and Policy: Spikes, Myths, and Risks
Credits: 3
Examines the interrelationship among the economics of global energy markets, business profitability, and public policy as it relates to the energy business. Topics include the principles of exhaustible resource economics and their impact upon business decision-making, the impact of price shocks on the industry and the overall economy, and the global policy and regulatory environment faced by the industry. Prerequisites: BUSE 3331 or permission of instructor. Restricted to Cox majors or by permission of instructor.
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Business Law |
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BL 3300 - Special Topics: International Business Law
Credits: 3
Special topics in international business law taught abroad.
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BL 3335 - Business Law
Credits: 3
A study of the legal environment governing business entities, operations, and relationships to provide a legal foundation for careers in business. Topics may include introduction to the US and comparative legal systems, dispute resolution, torts, contracts, ecommerce and data privacy, business entities and governance, employment law, administrative law, intellectual property, securities law, international business, and business acquisitions. Prerequisites: ACCT 2301 ; ECO 1311 and ECO 1312 ; MATH 1309 or MATH 1337 ; and one from the following: CS 4340 , OREM 3340 , STAT 2331 , STAT 4340 . Reserved for Cox majors.
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BL 4300 - Special Topics: International Business Law
Credits: 3
Offered through SMU Abroad. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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Business Leadership Institute |
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BLI 1110 - Business Discovery
Credits: 1
Introduces various business topics, including an overview of business disciplines and careers in those fields as well as the development of skills for effective career management. Restricted to students in the BBA Scholars and Business Direct Program.
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BLI 1210 - Business Communications
Credits: 2
Promotes students’ professional success as effective communicators. Covers interpersonal skills and the vital role that ethics and integrity play in successful businesses and organizations. Develops structure and skills for oral business presentations, business writing, capstone team projects, and team presentations. Students complete BLI 1210 during their first year at SMU. Restricted to BBA Scholars and Business Direct students.
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BLI 3302 - Business Communications and Leader Development
Credits: 3
Promotes students’ professional success as effective communicators and leaders. Covers interpersonal skills and the vital roles that ethics, integrity, and trust play in leading a successful business. Develops skills for effective career management, oral presentations, business writing, teamwork, project management, and global communication, while increasing understanding of contemporary business topics. Students should be enrolled in BLI 3302 in their first semester in the Cox school. Restricted to Cox majors and BBA Scholars.
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Cello |
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CELL 3100 - Private Study: Cello
Credits: 1
One half-hour lesson each week (14 per term) with a jury examination at the conclusion of each term. These repeatable course numbers are offered each fall, spring, and summer. Students are required to accept internships in performance or private teaching, subject to availability and/or scheduling conflicts with other SMU courses. Internships may begin prior to the beginning of the term.
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