Undergraduate
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CHEM-101 Chemical Concepts Contemporary Issues I
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Principles of chemistry with illustrations from everyday life. Basic chemical concepts are used to decode consumer product labels and form a basis for understanding contemporary issues. Specifically designed to satisfy the Science requirement when taken with CHEM 102, L101, L102. May not be used by science majors for science credit. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM L101 required. 3 hours lecture. 1 term - 3 credits. Normally offered Fall/Summer I.
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-L101 Chemical Concepts Contemporary Issues Lab I
Prerequisites:
Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 101
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Principles of chemistry and its applications demonstrated through experimentation. Experiments may include field testing and analysis of ocean and river water, testing of household products and sunscreens, determination of calorie content of foods, and molecular modeling with computers. May not be used by science majors for science credit. 2-hour laboratory. Normally offered Fall/Summer I.
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-102 Chemical Concepts Contemporary Issues II
Prerequisites:
It is strongly recommended that students enrolling in this course have some acquaintance of basic chemical principles either on the college or the pre-college level. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM L102
Credits:
3.00
Description:
A continuation of CHEM 101, including topics in organic chemistry, biochemistry, polymer chemistry, ecology, air and water pollution, food and food additives, pharmaceuticals, and forensic science. Basic Chemical concepts are used to decode consumer product labels and form a basis for understanding contemporary issues. Specifically designed to satisfy the science requirement. May not be used by science majors for science credit. Prerequisite: CHEM 101, CHEM 111 or pre-college chemistry. 3 hours lecture. Normally offered Spring/Summer II.
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-L102 Chemical Concepts Contemporary Issues Lab II
Prerequisites:
It is strongly recommended that students enrolling in this course have some acquaintance of basic chemical principles either on the college or the pre-college level. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 102
Credits:
1.00
Description:
A continuation of CHEM L101. Experiments may include making plastics and drug products, analyzing food products, making a model of DNA, crime lab analysis procedures, making aspirin, and the study of flavors and fragrances using molecular models. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 102 required. May not be used by science majors for science credit. Prerequisites: CHEM 101 and CHEM L101. 2-hour Laboratory. 1 term - 1 credit. Normally offered Spring/Summer II.
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-103 Chemical Concepts Contemporary Issues IIA
Prerequisites:
It is strongly recommended that students enrolling in this course have some acquaintance of basic chemical principles either on the college or the pre-college level.
Credits:
4.00
Description:
Topics include organic chemistry, biochemistry, polymer chemistry, ecology, air and water pollution, food and food additives, pharmaceuticals, and forensic science, with an emphasis on their application to current issues. Specifically designed to satisfy the non-laboratory science requirement for the B.A. degree. Science related information searches and writing assignments will be based on current topics from the semesters work. 3 hours lecture. It is strongly recommended that students enrolling in this course have some acquaintance of basic chemical principles either on the college or the pre-college level.
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ
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CHEM-105 Chemical New Product Development
Prerequisites:
MGT 101
Credits:
4.00
Description:
This course addresses the crucial intersection between chemistry and business, and the impact of these fields on society. It provides an introduction to important chemistry concepts and practices of business management. Primary focus is on understanding the chemistry principles behind some of the consumer products in our everyday lives, and using this knowledge to create and evaluate ideas for new products. The course also introduces the business aspects involved in the development and marketing of new products. An important component of the course is in making effective presentations; this component concludes the course, culminating in team presentations of a new chemical product to panel of executives and peers. This course satisfies the Sawyer Business School Science requirement.
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CHEM-111 General Chemistry
Prerequisites:
Placement at MATH 104 or better. Students who do not place at MATH 104 must take MATH 104 concurrently. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM-L111.
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Fundamental principles of chemistry are discussed. Topics include introductions to atomic structure, stoichiometry, periodic table, gas laws, nature of chemical bonds, and thermochemistry. 3 lecture hours. Normally offered Fall/Summer I. This course is recommended for science and engineering majors or those considering careers in the heath sciences. Students seeking to satisfy the core science requirement may wish to consider enrolling in CHEM 101/L101.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-L111 General Chemistry Lab
Prerequisites:
Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 111.
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Exploration of basic principles of chemistry discovery through laboratory investigation, including recognition of the major reaction types, stoichiometry, and qualitative analysis. Additionally, students will be introduced to good laboratory practices and experimental techniques. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered Fall/Summer I.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-112 General Chemistry
Prerequisites:
CHEM 111/L111;Take MATHT-MPEL0 MATHT-MPEL1 MATHT-MPEL2 or MATHT-MPEL3; CHEM-L112 must be taken concurrently.
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Continuation of the discussion of the fundamental principles of chemistry. Topics include introductions to solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base systems, thermodynamics and electrochemistry. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of CHEM 111 and CHEM L111. 3 hours of lecture 1 term - 3 credits. Normally offered Spring/Summer II.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-L112 General Chemistry Lab
Prerequisites:
CHEM 112 must be taken concurrently; Take MATHT-MPEL0 MATHT-MPEL1 MATHT-MPEL2 or MATHT-MPEL3;
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory investigation in discovery format of topics from CHEM 112, including introduction to instrumental analysis and acid-base chemistry. Quantitative analysis, particularly volumetric analysis, is emphasized. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered Spring/Summer II.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-211 Organic Chemistry I
Prerequisites:
CHEM 112
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Basic theories of structure, bonding, and chemical reactivity as specifically applied to modern organic chemistry. Topics include functional groups, acid/base chemistry, nomenclature, resonance, spectroscopy, and stereochemistry. Significant emphasis placed on the use of the arrow formalism to indicate the location and movement of electrons; serves as a basic introduction to organic mechanisms. Prerequisite: CHEM 112, L112 Concurrent enrollment in CHEM L211 required unless L211 has been previously completed. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM L211 required. 3 hours lecture. 1 term - 3 credits. Normally offered Fall, days/Summer I, evenings.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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CHEM-L211 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
Prerequisites:
Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 211.
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory exercises providing an introduction to synthetic organic chemistry techniques, including melting point determination, distillation, crystallization, extraction, chromatographic separations, and infrared spectroscopy. A component of this laboratory course incorporates discussions of experimental design within the context of environmentally benign (green) organic chemistry. Reports are prepared in professional style. Prerequisite: CHEM 112, L112. Concurrent enrollment in 211 required. 4-hour laboratory. 1 term - 1 credit. Normally offered Fall/Summer, days and evenings.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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CHEM-212 Organic Chemistry II
Prerequisites:
CHEM 211 CHEM L211
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Builds on the core competencies acquired in Organic Chemistry I, includes detailed discussions of organic mechanisms of substitution, elimination, and addition reactions. Significant emphasis is placed on organic synthesis, structure determination, and spectroscopy. Prerequisite: CHEM 211, L211. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM L212 required. 3 hours lecture. 1 term - 3 credits. Normally offered Spring, days/Summer II, evenings.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
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CHEM-L212 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II
Prerequisites:
CHEM 211/L211
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Builds on the core competencies acquired in Organic Chemistry Laboratory I. Significant emphasis is placed on the characterization of organic molecules via nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. A component of this laboratory course incorporates discussions of experimental design within the context of environmentally benign (green) organic chemistry. Reports are prepared in professional style. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 212 required. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered Spring/Summer II, days and evenings.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
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CHEM-314 Instrumental Analysis
Prerequisites:
CHEM 211; CHEM L314 must be taken concurrently.
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Theory and application of analytical instruments: ultraviolet, visible, fluorescence, atomic and emission spectroscopy; chromatographic methods; electrochemical measurements. Prerequisites: CHEM 211; CHEM L314 must be taken concurrently. 3 hour lecture. 1 term - 3 credits. Normally offered Fall/Spring, days.
Term:
Alternates Fall & Spring
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CHEM-L314 Instrumental Analysis Lab
Prerequisites:
CHEM L211; CHEM 314 must be taken concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory experiments in chemical analysis using instrumental techniques, including spectroscopy and chromatography. Data collection and evaluation includes computer-based methods. Reports are prepared in professional style. Prerequisites: CHEM L112; CHEM 314 must be taken concurrently. 4-hour Laboratory. 1 term - 1 credit. Normally offered Fall/Spring.
Term:
Alternates Fall & Spring
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CHEM-331 Biochemistry I
Prerequisites:
CHEM 212/L212 or permission of instructor. CHEM L330 must be taken concurrently.
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course explores the foundations of biochemistry, including the structure, organization and behavior of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Topics include enzyme kinetics, membrane structure and signal-transduction pathways. Students will be introduced to the biochemical literature and computer-based bioinformatics techniques. Prerequisites: CHEM 212/L212 or permission of instructor. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM L331 required. 3 hours of lecture per week. Offered every Fall, days only.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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CHEM-L331 Biochemical Techniques I
Prerequisites:
Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 331. Take CHEM-212 or permission of instructor.
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory course introducing biochemical techniques. Topics include purification of DNA and proteins, agarose and polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis, protein quantitation and detection, and enzyme kinetic assays. lab work will be written up in the style of a professional journal article. Offered every Fall, days only.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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CHEM-332 Biochemistry II
Prerequisites:
CHEM 331
Credits:
4.00
Description:
This course explores the principles of bioenergetics and metabolism of biological compounds. Coverage includes intermediary metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, oxidative phosphorylation, and synthesis of purines and pyrimidines. Additional topics include the regulation and integration of metabolism. Lectures will be supplemented with discussions of the biochemical literature. Prerequisites: CHEM 331. 3 hours of lecture and 1 hour of recitation per week. Offered every Spring, days only.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
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CHEM-355 Environmental Chemistry
Prerequisites:
CHEM 211, or permission of instructor
Credits:
3.00
Description:
A study of the chemical processes (including biologically mediated ones) that affect the cycling and ultimate fate of chemicals in the environment. Topics include air, water, and soil chemistry as well as energy and climate change. The effects of pollutant loads on natural systems and the remediation and treatment methods used to minimize pollutant loads are investigated. 3 hour lecture. Normally offered spring, odd numbered years.
Term:
Alternates Fall & Spring
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CHEM-L355 Environmental Chemistry Lab
Prerequisites:
CHEM 355 must be taken concurrently. Take CHEM-L211;
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory exercises designed to illustrate principles covered by topics in CHEM 355. Prerequisites: CHEM L211, concurrent enrollment in CHEM 355 required. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered spring, odd numbered years.
Term:
Alternates Fall & Spring
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CHEM-375 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
Prerequisites:
CHEM 212
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Topics in inorganic chemistry including bonding theories, chemical structures, symmetry and group theory, kinetics and mechanisms of reactions, and spectroscopy. Advanced topics may include bioinorganic chemistry, organometallics, or materials chemistry. 3 hours lecture. Normally offered spring, even numbered years.
Term:
Alternates Fall & Spring
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CHEM-L375 Advanced Inorganic Laboratory
Prerequisites:
CHEM 375 must be taken concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory exercises designed to illustrate principles covered by topics in CHEM 375. Prior or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 375 required. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered spring, even numbered years.
Term:
Alternates Fall & Spring
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CHEM-390 Advanced Organic Chemistry
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: CHEM 212.
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Expands on topics introduced in Organic Chemistry I and II; depending on student interest, may include in-depth discussions of carbonyl chemistry, industrial organic chemistry, organometallic chemistry and biomolecules. Prerequisite: CHEM 212, concurrent enrollment in CHEM L390 required. 3 hours of lecture per week. Normally offered alternate years.
Term:
Alternates Fall & Spring
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CHEM-411 Physical Chemistry I
Prerequisites:
CHEM 112; MATH 165; PHYS 152
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Principles of thermodynamics and its general applications to physical and chemical change; introduction to the kinetic theory of gases and concepts of statistical mechanics. 3 hours lecture. 3 hour lecture. Normally offered Fall, days.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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CHEM-L411 Physical Chemistry Laboratory I
Prerequisites:
CHEM 411 must be taken concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory exercises covering classical experiments in thermodynamic and instrumental measurements. Significant emphasis will be placed on experimental design and data analysis skills in addition to technical writing skills as demonstrated by laboratory reports prepared in the professional style. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered Fall, days.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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CHEM-412 Physical Chemistry II
Prerequisites:
CHEM 411
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Applications of thermodynamics to solutions, chemical equilibrium and electrochemistry; chemical kinetics will be covered. Quantum chemistry and the application of spectroscopy to molecular structure. 3 hours lecture. Normally offered Spring, days.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
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CHEM-L412 Physical Chemistry Lab II
Prerequisites:
CHEM L411; CHEM 412 must be taken concurrently.
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory exercises using spectroscopic techniques (optical and electrochemical) to explore kinetic and thermodynamic and quantum mechanical properties of chemical systems. Emphasis will be placed on experimental design and data analysis skills in addition to technical writing skills as demonstrated through reports prepared in the professional style. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered Spring, days.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
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CHEM-426 Transition Metal Chemistry
Prerequisites:
CHEM 212
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Chemistry of transition metal complexes. Topics may include bonding theories, stereochemistry, preparation of complexes, complex ion stability, kinetics and mechanisms of reactions of complexes, and spectroscopy. Prerequisites: CHEM 212. 3 hours lecture. 1 term - 3 credits. Normally offered yearly.
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CHEM-L426 Transition Metal Chem Lab
Prerequisites:
CHEM 426 must be taken concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Synthesis and properties of transition metal complexes. Properties investigated may include conductivity, magnetic moments, optical rotation, optical and NMR spectra, rate of reaction, and stability of complexes. Prior or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 426 required. 4-hour laboratory. 1 term - 1 credit. Normally offered yearly.
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CHEM-427 Special Topics in Chemistry
Prerequisites:
Instructors permission.
Credits:
1.00- 4.00
Description:
Advanced study of a special topic in chemistry, by arrangement with the chemistry faculty. Depending on the project undertaken, students may obtain ECR credit. Normally offered Fall/Spring.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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CHEM-428 Research & Seminar I
Prerequisites:
CHEM 212; CHEM L212; Instructors Consent required
Credits:
1.00- 4.00
Description:
Independent study under the direct supervision of the chemistry faculty. Students are required to attend departmental seminars, write a professional research report, and give an oral presentation on their project for review by the chemistry faculty. Depending on the project undertaken, students may obtain ECR credit. Prerequisites: CHEM 212 and CHEM L212 and by permission of the instructor. 1 terms - 1 to 4 credits. Normally offered every Fall.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
Type:
Expanded Classroom Requirement
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CHEM-429 Research & Seminar II
Prerequisites:
CHEM 212 and CHEM L212 and by permission of the instructor.
Credits:
1.00- 4.00
Description:
Independent study under the direct supervision of the chemistry faculty. Students are required to attend departmental seminars, write a professional research report, and give an oral presentation for review by the chemistry faculty. Depending on the project undertaken, students may obtain ECR credit. Prerequisites: CHEM 212 and CHEM L212 and permission of the instructor. 1 term - 1 to 4 credits. Normally offered every Spring.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
Type:
Expanded Classroom Requirement
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CHEM-L432 Advanced Biochemistry Research Laboratory
Prerequisites:
CHEM-331; CHEM-L331
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Advanced biochemistry laboratory course where students learn experimental design, data analysis, and critical analysis of the scientific literature through the development of independent research projects. Projects vary from year to year, but may include recombinant DNA techniques, purification and quantitation of DNA and proteins, protein detection, enzyme kinetics, and bioinformatics. Research will be written up in the style of a professional scientific journal article and presented as a poster. Students will attend scientific talks at local universities. Satisfies the Expanded Classroom Requirement (ECR). Offered in Spring, days only, every year or every other year.
Term:
Alternates Fall & Spring
Type:
Expanded Classroom Requirement
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CHEM-453 Introduction to Toxicology
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: CHEM 212 and BIO 111
Credits:
4.00
Description:
The study of toxic actions of chemicals on biological systems, with discussion of general principles, methodology, and selected topics. Topics will include forensic toxicology, environmental and occupational toxicology, pesticides, neurotoxicants, and carcinogenesis. CHEM 332 and BIO 403 strongly recommended. 3 hours of lecture and 1 hour of recitation per week. Normally offered every other year.
Term:
Occasional
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CHEM-510 Independent Study
Prerequisites:
An independent study form must be submitted to the CAS Deans Office.
Credits:
1.00- 4.00
Description:
Advanced study of a special topic in chemistry, by arrangement with the chemistry faculty.
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CHEM-511 Capstone Project
Prerequisites:
CHEM-212 and CHEM-L212; junior standing and by permission of the instructor.
Credits:
1.00- 4.00
Description:
Advanced study of a special topic in chemistry, biochemistry, forensic science, or a related field under the direct supervision of the faculty. Students attend departmental seminars, write a professional research paper, and give a formal oral presentation on their project. If approved by the instructor, the student may conduct their independent study through an off-campus internship or practicum. In this case, the student will work under the supervision of both a Suffolk faculty member and a mentor at the off-campus facility. Participation at government crime or forensic laboratories will be open only to those students approved by the Forensic Science Committee. Depending on the project undertaken, a student may obtain ECR credit.
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FS-303 Forensic Science
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Application of the principles of forensic science in evaluating physical evidence, with emphasis on its role in criminal investigation. Class experiences may include guest lectures and field trips. 3-hour lecture. Normally offered Fall/Spring Does not satisfy University Natural Science requirement.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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FS-L303 Criminalistics Lab
Prerequisites:
FS 303 concurrently and instructors permission
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory experiences related to the collection and analysis of physical evidence as performed by forensic science professionals. Experiments may include forensic microscopy, drug analysis, forensic serology, physical patterns, fingerprint and firearm evidence analysis techniques. 3-hour laboratory. Normally offered Fall/Spring.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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FS-403 Trace Evidence
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: FS 303 and FS L303 or instructors permission
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course covers the examination of trace materials, other than DNA sources, by visual microscopic analysis through advanced instrumental analysis. The collection, preservation, analysis, report preparation, and evidential significance for court testimony are described. Examples of common materials, such as textile fibers, paints and glass are used to describe the process of comparison and chemical identification of a known versus a questioned specimen(s) suspect of being associated with a crime scene. Instrumental demonstrations are provided. Prerequisites: CHEM 314, CHEM L314, FS 303 and FS L303 or instructors permission. 3-hour lecture. Normally offered in alternate years.
Term:
Alternates Fall & Spring
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FS-L403 Microscopy Lab for Trace Analysis
Prerequisites:
Chem 314 & L314; FS 303 & L303 or instructors consent
Credits:
1.00
Description:
This class complements FS 403, Trace Evidence, and consists of lectures and laboratory exercises using microscopical analysis. An emphasis is placed on visual light microscope theory and usage. Stereoscopic and polarized light microscopes (PLMs) are located at individual student workstaions. A comparison microscope is also available. Additionally, microscopes utilizing spectroscopic detection are studied and used. Infrared microscopy experiments are conducted on trace materials such as fibers, paint and glass. Prerequisites: CHEM 314, CHEM L314, FS 303 and L303 or instructors permission. Student must be concurrently enrolled in FS 403. 3-hour laboratory. 1 term - 1 credit. Normally offered in alternate years.
Term:
Alternates Fall & Spring
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FS-428 Criminalistics Practicum
Prerequisites:
Instructors permission is required for registration
Credits:
1.00- 4.00
Description:
The practicum involves participation in government crime laboratories, private forensic laboratories, private analytical chemical laboratories (including biomedical laboratories), a forensic science project at Suffolk University or other laboratories where the student can demonstrate that he or she can acquire skills applicable to forensic analysis. Students are encouraged to seek a practicum sponsor that suits his/her skills and interests; assistance may be provided by the Forensic Science Program faculty. However, the Forensic Science faculty member teaching FS 436 must approve any outside practicum sponsor for this course, and if a suitable outside sponsor is not found, the student will fulfill this requirement through a forensic science project at Suffolk University. Participation at the laboratories is subject to requirements of the particular laboratory and will be open only to those students approved by the Forensic Science Committee. Ten contact hours per week, or 140 hours total, a project plan, regular project reports, and a final written and oral report are required. Normally offered Fall/Spring/Summer. ECR approved.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
Type:
Expanded Classroom Requirement
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FS-429 Criminalistics Practicum II
Prerequisites:
Instructors permission is required for registration
Credits:
1.00- 4.00
Description:
The practicum involves participation in government crime laboratories, private forensic laboratories, private analytical chemical laboratories (including biomedical laboratories), a forensic science project at Suffolk University or other laboratories where the student can demonstrate that he or she can acquire skills applicable to forensic analysis. Students are encouraged to seek a practicum sponsor that suits his/her skills and interests; assistance may be provided by the Forensic Science Program faculty. However, the Forensic Science faculty member teaching FS 436 must approve any outside practicum sponsor for this course, and if a suitable outside sponsor is not found, the student will fulfill this requirement through a forensic science project at Suffolk University. Participation at the laboratories is subject to requirements of the particular laboratory and will be open only to those students approved by the Forensic Science Committee. Ten contact hours per week, or 140 hours total, a project plan, regular project reports, and a final written and oral report are required. Normally offered Fall/Spring/Summer. ECR approved.
Type:
Expanded Classroom Requirement
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FS-504 Basic Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
Prerequisites:
Permission of the Forensic Science Advisory Committee
Credits:
4.00
Description:
This weeklong course, divided between lectures and laboratory exercises, teaches the fundamental principles of the discipline through theory and practice. The laboratory exercises allow students the opportunity to experiment with how blood reacts under known conditions. This course will not make instant experts of the students, but it does give a firm foundation on which they can build expert qualifications. Offered occasionally - Most recently offered Summer 2010.
Term:
Occasional
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FS-508 Physical Evidence Testimony
Prerequisites:
FS 303 and a signature from the Forensic Science Advising Committee.
Credits:
4.00
Description:
Provides forensic scientists with legal and practical information concerning courtroom testimony. Topics include: Rules of Evidence of significance to forensic experts; the requirement of scientific reliability as a prerequisite to testimony; ethical considerations; preparation and relationship with the attorney calling an expert; persuasive courtroom behaviors and strategies; basic Fourth Amendment issues for experts; civil liability for forensic experts. Classes include lectures, discussions and simulations and are held in a courtroom. Offered occasionally; most recently offered summer 2006.
Term:
Occasional
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SCI-123 Scientific Bases of Modern Problems
Prerequisites:
one semester of a laboratory science,Math requirement (MATH 130 or higher) and Comp Sci req
Credits:
4.00
Description:
A seminar course that explores modern personal, social, and political problems in the world today, such as: stem cell research, genetically modified foods, cloning, exploration of outer space, hurricanes, earthquakes, artificial intelligence, environmental pollution, energy resources, or any other topic that is of current concern and that has scientific/technological components. Course activity is based on class discussion and writing on selected current readings along with outside weekly projects, culminating in a term paper project and presentation. Intended to satisfy the science requirement for the BA degree. Prerequisite: one semester of a laboratory science, mathematics requirement, computer science requirement.
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ
