May 12, 2024  
2021 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2021 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Business Administration

  
  • BADM 222 - Business Law


    (3)

    The student is introduced to partnerships, corporations, the divisions of property, negotiable instruments and secured transactions. Emphasis is placed on the Uniform Commercial Code where relevant throughout the course.
  
  • BADM 236 - Business Communications and Critical Thinking


    (3)

    This course focuses on five areas: written communication skills, oral communication skills, interpersonal business relationship skills, research skills, and critical thinking skills. The course prepares the student to think critically and to communicate well. This course may be taken by non-Business majors only with the consent of the instructor. Prerequisite(s): credit for ENGL 101  and ENGL 102 .

Campbell University Freshman Seminar

  
  • COSU 100 - Campbell On-line Seminar for Undergraduates


    (3 hrs)

    This course will be a blending of CUFS100—Connections—and an integration to on-line learning. This course is required for all undergraduate degrees, first term.
  
  • CUFS 100 - Campbell University Freshman Seminar


    (1)

    This course is designed to facilitate students’ integration into the learning community of the university. The course enhances students’ skills for academic success, develops students’ understanding of university culture, fosters students’ meaningful educational engagement, and promotes behaviors important for academic success. The course encourages students to participate actively in the university and to reflect upon their experiences. First-time, full-time students in the College of Arts and Sciences and School of Education enroll in CUFS 100 in their first fall semester at Campbell. Transfer students are exempt from the course.

Chem/Pharm Engineering

  
  • CHPH 215 - Mass and Energy Balances


    (3)

    This course covers chemical engineering calculations; synthesis of chemical process systems; analysis of chemical processes using material and energy balances, enthalpy calculations for changes in temperature, phase transitions, and chemical reactions. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or higher in each of MATH 122  , CHEM 113  , ENGR 121  
  
  • CHPH 315 - Mass Transport


    (3)

    This course introduces how to mathematically model control volumes in the context of mass transfer. We start with Fick’s Law and discuss both diffusive and convective mass transport, the calculation of mass transfer coefficients and how to solve mass transfer rates in various systems. We move into calculating mass transfer rates for more complex geometrical systems with correlations. We also introduce the design of several units that center on mass transfer concepts including the distillation and absorption columns, and extraction and membrane processes. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or higher in CHPH 215   Corequisite(s): MATH 310  or MATH 337   (must be completed with grade of C or higher if taken as pre-requisite)
  
  • CHPH 325 - Heat Transport


    (2)

    This course discusses thermodynamics including nonideal gas behavior with fugacity in the context of cycles. We also introduce heat transfer concepts of conduction, convection and radiation, heat transfer coefficients, and heat duty in several chemical engineering heat exchangers. These include shell and tube, double pipe and extended area heat exchangers.

      Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or higher in ENGR 310    Corequisite(s): MATH 310  or MATH 337   

  
  • CHPH 345 - Bioprocess Engineering


    (2)

    This lab-based course introduces students to laboratory and manufacturing practices in the food, biochemical, and pharmaceutical industries with emphasis on biological fermentation, separation and purification of products.

     

     

      Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or higher in each of BIOL 280   or (CHEM 228   and BIOL 334  )

  
  • CHPH 350 - Reaction Engineering


    (3)

    This course introduces the design, types, and operations of reactors and reactor engineering. It overviews reaction rates, orders, and the design several different types of reactors including batch, CSTR and plug flow reactors. It has a strong hands-on component whereby students will test all theories they encounter on the reactors. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or higher in CHPH 315  
  
  • CHPH 440 - Process Control


    (3)

    Process control is an integrative chemical engineering course that brings together knowledge from heat and mass transport, separations, chemical reaction engineering and process design. Starting with the material in these courses, process control aims to provide students with knowledge and understanding of process dynamics, process models, process control, and control system analysis and design.  Prerequisite(s): ENGR 320  and CHPH 325   with a final grade of C or higher
  
  • CHPH 445 - Unit Operations


    (4)

    This course introduces analyzes the design of heat exchangers, fluid flow equipment, separation equipment and some interphase contacting devices.  This course serves to integrate the fundamental chemical engineering concepts with practical and industrial applications.  Key objectives of this course are to enhance problem definition and problem solving skills of the student, and to improve the student’s ability to make calculations and obtain correct final answers. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 320  and CHPH 350  with final grades of C or higher

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 100 - Preparatory Chemistry


    (3)

    A course designed for students who do not meet the science and math prerequisites (or requirements), but are required to take CHEM 111 . Highly recommend for students with little or no chemistry background. Note: Since this course has no laboratory, it does not fulfill the core curriculum science requirement . (Fall, Spring).
  
  • CHEM 101 - Elementary Chemistry I


    (4)

    This course is designed to acquaint non-science majors with the fundamental subject matter of chemistry with intellectual integrity while minimizing esoteric theories and rigorous mathematics. Selected chemical concepts and principles will be developed. CHEM 101 will satisfy general degree requirements for the non-science majors; but cannot be used as elective hours by science majors who are required to take CHEM 111  and/or CHEM 113 .
  
  • CHEM 105 - Chemistry of Art


    (4)

    This interdisciplinary course is designed to acquaint non-science majors with selected chemical concepts and principles in the context of art materials and processes. CHEM 105/105L will satisfy general degree requirements for the non-science majors but does not substitute for CHEM 111 and/or CHEM 113. Spring only
  
  • CHEM 106 - Chemistry of Art Abroad


    1

    This interdisciplinary Global Engagement course is a two-week study abroad experience which follows CHEM 105  and lab Chemistry of Art or CHEM 442   Special Topics: Chemistry of Art. Students will further explore the chemical concepts, art materials  Summer Main Campus Prerequisite(s): CHEM 105  and lab OR CHEM 442  
  
  • CHEM 111 - General Chemistry I


    (4)

    This course is an introduction to fundamental chemical concepts including states of matter, physical and chemical properties, stoichiometry, atomic structure, bonding, chemical reactions, and chemical composition. An emphasis will be placed on atomic structure and its effects on the chemical and physical properties. (Fall, Spring, and Summer) Prerequisite(s): Students must meet one of the following requirements to register for CHEM 111: 1) a math SAT score of 500 or greater; 2) a score of greater than 50% on the TOLEDO placement exam (administered by Chemistry Department.); or 3) a grade of “C” or better in MATH 111 , MATH 112 , and CHEM 100 . *Note: Students not meeting the math requirements should take MATH 111  in the Fall followed by MATH 112  and CHEM 100  in the Spring.
  
  • CHEM 113 - General Chemistry II


    (4)

    A continuation of CHEM 111 . Emphasis will be placed on chemical and physical properties of solutions, chemical equilibria, acid/base equilibria, chemical kinetics, and descriptive chemistry. Less emphasis will be placed on general thermodynamics and electrochemistry. (Fall, Spring, and Summer) Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHEM 111 .
  
  • CHEM 215 - Quantitative Analysis


    (4)

    A course in the fundamental principles and techniques of chemical analysis. Topics include volumetric, spectrochemical, and chromatographic methods, as well as statistical interpretation of data. (Fall). Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHEM 113 .
  
  • CHEM 220 - Essentials of Chemical Research


    (2)

    This course provides the foundation for research in the chemical sciences as well as preparation for upper-level chemistry courses and seminars. Coverage includes chemistry drawing and information tools; literature searching and reference management; advanced chemical safety, toxicology, and waste handling; oral and poster presentation skills; and foundations in scientific writing. Two lecture hours each week. This course will not substitute for BIOL 205  . Prerequisite(s): CHEM 215  CHEM 227  
  
  • CHEM 227 - Organic Chemistry I


    (4)

    A mechanistic approach to the chemistry of aliphatic and aromatic organic compounds. Topics include spectroscopy, stereochemistry, lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHEM 113 .
  
  • CHEM 228 - Organic Chemistry II


    (4)

    A mechanistic approach to the chemistry of aliphatic and aromatic organic compounds. Topics include spectroscopy, stereochemistry, lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHEM 227 . (Please Note: There is some evidence that women in their first trimester of pregnancy should avoid inhalation of some organic vapors.)
  
  • CHEM 331 - Inorganic Chemistry


    (4)

    A course that is a blend of theoretical and descriptive inorganic chemistry. Topics to be considered include: bonding, acid-base properties of inorganic compounds, and transition metal chemistry. Laboratory preparations will be included. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 228 .
  
  • CHEM 334 - Physical Chemistry


    (4)

    An introduction to classical thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibrium. Specific topics include studies of the states of matter, thermochemistry, entropy, and free energy. Some aspects of electrochemical phenomena and biochemical processes may also be included. spring Prerequisite(s): CHEM 228  and MATH 122 .
  
  • CHEM 360 - Instrumental Analysis


    (4)

    A study of instrumentation used in chemical laboratories. Topics include instrumentation and theory associated with spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, chromatography, and electrochemistry. Instrument calibration methods as well as basic electronics and operational amplifiers are also discussed. (Spring). Prerequisite(s): CHEM 215  and CHEM 227 .
  
  • CHEM 420 - Advanced Organic and Biochemistry


    (3)

    A study of organic and biochemistry that builds upon the knowledge from Organic Chemistry I & II. Foundational coverage includes enol/enolates amines, carbohydrates, amino acids, peptides and proteins, nucleic acids and lipids. Biochemistry topics are approached from the chemistry perspective and will include structure and function, biological reactions, and biological equilibria and thermodynamics. Emphasis is placed on mechanistic understanding, use of the current literature, and some hands-on techniques. This course does NOT meet BIOL 430  course requirement for biochemistry majors. The class will combine lecture and laboratory components. (Fall) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 215  and CHEM 228 .
  
  • CHEM 430 - Biochemistry


    (4)

    Cross-listed: (BIOL 430 )

    An investigation of the properties and structures of organic molecules, with an emphasis on proteins and nucleic acid and how they relate to cellular structure and function. Three lecture and three laboratory hours each week. (Fall) Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 , BIOL 201 , and CHEM 227 .
  
  • CHEM 432 - Biochemistry II


    (4)

    This course builds upon foundational biochemistry knowledge, providing in-depth coverage of protein structure and function and the major metabolic pathways (processing of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and nucleic acids). Emphasis will be placed on reaction mechanisms, kinetics, thermodynamics, and how these pathways are regulated to maintain homeostasis. 3/1 Prerequisite(s): C or better in BIOL 430  or Instructor Permission
  
  • CHEM 441 - Special Topics in Chemistry


    (2-4)

    An advanced topic of special interest designed to supplement material covered in lower level courses by including current literature. Topics vary by semester. (Fall, Spring) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 215 , CHEM 228 .
  
  • CHEM 442 - Special Topics in Chemistry


    (2-4)

    An advanced topic of special interest designed to supplement material covered in lower level courses by including current literature. Topics vary by semester. (Fall, Spring) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 215 , CHEM 228 .
  
  • CHEM 445 - Chemical Research


    (1-4)

    An upper-division student in good standing is urged to pursue an experimental research project with the guidance of any member of the chemistry faculty chosen by the student. It is recommended that such projects be initiated in the fall semester. Fall Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): CHEM 220  
  
  • CHEM 446 - Chemical Research


    (1-4)

    An upper-division student in good standing is urged to pursue an experimental research project with the guidance of any member of the chemistry faculty chosen by the student. It is recommended that such projects be initiated in the fall semester. Spring Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): CHEM 220  
  
  • CHEM 451 - Literature Seminar


    (1)

    Senior chemistry majors are required to participate for two semesters; others are encouraged to attend. (Fall and Spring).
  
  • CHEM 452 - Literature Seminar


    (1)

    Senior chemistry majors are required to participate for two semesters; others are encouraged to attend. (Fall and Spring).

Christian Studies

  
  • CHRS 125 - Introduction to Christianity


    (3)

    A study of the biblical foundations, historical development, and traditional beliefs and practices of Christianity and its impact on Western culture and on the lives of those who embrace it.

     

  
  • CHRS 202 - Old Testament Survey


    (3)

    A survey of the Old Testament designed to introduce the student to the history, literature, and Religion of ancient Israel.
  
  • CHRS 203 - Introduction to Biblical Interpretation


    (3)

    This course will introduce students to the discipline of biblical hermeneutics and the methods and practice of biblical interpretation. Fall
  
  • CHRS 212 - New Testament Survey


    (3)

    A survey of the literature of the New Testament in the context of the early Christian church.
  
  • CHRS 224 - Christian Ethics


    (3)

    A study of the Judeo-Christian heritage in ethics with attention to its Biblical and theological foundations. In addition, there will be an examination of how Christian ethics bears upon various contemporary moral issues.
  
  • CHRS 236 - Introduction to Church History


    (3)

    A historical study of the major movements, people, and thoughts throughout the history of Christianity.
  
  • CHRS 251 - World Religions


    (3)

    A survey of the major Religions of the world.
  
  • CHRS 300 - Special Topics in Religion


    (3)

    Special topics related to the field of Religion are explored. As the topic for this course frequently changes, the course may be repeated.
  
  • CHRS 301 - Pentateuch


    (3)

    A study of the historical context and theological themes of Genesis through Deuteronomy. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 202 .
  
  • CHRS 302 - Prophetic Literature of the Old Testament


    (3)

    A study of selected prophetic books in their historical contexts. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 202 .
  
  • CHRS 304 - Poetic and Wisdom Literature


    (3)

    A study of Old Testament poetic and wisdom literature in its cultural setting. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 202 .
  
  • CHRS 305 - Jewish Backgrounds to the New Testament


    (3)

    A study of the historical context and literature of the period leading up to the New Testament. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 202  and CHRS 212 .
  
  • CHRS 313 - Teachings of Jesus


    (3)

    A study of the message of Jesus recorded in the first three Gospels with special attention given to the Sermon on the Mount and the parables of Jesus. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 212 .
  
  • CHRS 314 - Paul


    (3)

    A study of Paul’s life, letters, and thought based on the letters and Acts critically examined. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 212 .
  
  • CHRS 317 - The Gospel of John


    (3)

    A study of the fourth Gospel through an extensive investigation of the book itself along with a special consideration of its historical setting and its meaning for today. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 212 .
  
  • CHRS 321 - Contemporary Theology


    (3)

    A survey of the current state of theology. A broad range of movements, issues, and global perspectives will be examined. Treatment will be given to works published within the last five to ten years. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 322  or PHIL 121 .
  
  • CHRS 322 - Basic Christian Beliefs


    (3)

    An introduction to the core tenets and key practices of the Christian faith. Theoretical, methodological, and liturgical considerations are given to the doctrines of God, Jesus Christ, salvation, and the church.
  
  • CHRS 324 - Ancient and Medieval Theology and Philosophy


    (3)

    A historical survey of theology and philosophy, beginning with the ancient Greeks and extending through the Middle Ages. The study includes Plato, Aristotle, the apostolic fathers, Irenaeus, Athanasius, Augustine, Anselm, Aquinas, Lady Julian of Norwich, as well as some Jewish and Islamic thinkers. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 322  or PHIL 121 .
  
  • CHRS 325 - Modern Theology and Philosophy


    (3)

    A historical survey of theology and philosophy from the time of the Reformation to the twentieth century. Attention is given to such names as Luther, Calvin, Wesley, Locke, Kant, Scheiermacher, Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Harnack, Barth, and Bonhoeffer. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 322  or PHIL 121 .
  
  • CHRS 332 - Early Christianity


    (3)

    A survey of Christianity from the early church in Jerusalem through the fifth century. Attention will be given to significant persons, controversies theological development, and movements during this era. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 236 .
  
  • CHRS 333 - Reformation


    (3)

    A study of the Reformation of the Sixteenth century and its precursors including the Renaissance. Particular attention will be devoted to the life and writings of the major sixteenth century reformers. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 236 .
  
  • CHRS 334 - Religion in America


    (3)

    A study of the history, ideas, and influence of Religion in America. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 236 .
  
  • CHRS 335 - Baptist History


    (3)

    A study of Baptists, including their origins, history, principles, and practices. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 236 .
  
  • CHRS 363 - Youth Ministry I


    (3)

    A study of the social and spiritual development of young people. The course will seek to equip the youth minister with cognitive skills, resources, and techniques for ministry with young people and how to adapt and create contextually appropriate designs for the local church. A library of resources for youth programs and projects will be developed for use by the student carrying out a comprehensive youth program in a local church. Prerequisite(s): Student must have taken 6 hours of CHRS course, not including CHRS 125
  
  • CHRS 364 - Youth Ministry II


    (3)

    A continuation of Youth Ministry I. This course continues the study of the social and spiritual development of young people and methods of ministering to them. Prerequisite(s): Student must have taken 6 hours of CHRS course, not including CHRS 125
  
  • CHRS 365 - Life and Work of the Minister


    (3)

    A study of the nature of call to ministry and the expectations and skills related to the vocational aspects of ministry. Prerequisite(s): Student must have taken 6 hours of CHRS course, not including CHRS 125
  
  • CHRS 366 - Ministry Practicum


    (3)

    A course devoted to the practical aspects of ministry in which the student learns through an internship in a local ministry setting. Prerequisite(s): Student must have taken 6 hours of CHRS course, not including CHRS 125
  
  • CHRS 367 - Discipleship and the Christian Community


    (3)

    An investigation into a theology of discipleship and community, including models of evangelism, character formation, church authority, culture, and worship.
  
  • CHRS 369 - Biblical Foundations for Family Ministry


    (3)

    A study of the family in the Bible, with focus on a historical-cultural description of family life and the Bible’s theology of family. Attention is given to how these historical-cultural-theological understandings inform and enhance contemporary ministry to families. Prerequisite(s): CHRS 202  or CHRS 212 
  
  • CHRS 370 - Black Church Studies


    (3)

    Black Church Studies surveys the historical development, distinctive characteristics, and theological contributions of the Black Church and African-American forms of Christianity.

Clinical Research

  
  • CLNR 101 - Introduction to Clinical Research


    (1)

    This course is designed to provide a broad understanding of clinical research and a basic overview of the clinical research industry. The course provides students with a basic understanding of key clinical research topics allowing students a foundation to continue their pursuit of a degree in clinical research and a career in the clinical research industry. Lecture Fall/Spring
  
  • CLNR 320 - Regulatory Affairs


    (3)

    This introductory course emphasizes the terminology and basic concepts of the pharmaceutical regulation by the Food and Drug Administration, as it applies to drugs, medical devices, and biological and veterinary product development. The course will include discussion of data submission requirements, quality procedure regulations, marketing considerations. Practical exercises will be representative of tasks assigned to employees seeking entry level positions within the industry.

    For students pursuing the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) Degree only: Offered all terms.

      Lecture Fall. Prerequisite(s): CLNR 363   & CLNR 364  

  
  • CLNR 324 - Introduction to Biostatistics


    (3)

    Cross-listed: PHSC 324  

    Statistical methods in health sciences. The course is intended to provide the student with basic knowledge of descriptive statistics, graphing data, probability theory, normal and other common distributions, sampling and estimation, hypothesis testing, ANOVA and other selected statistical methods.

      Lecture Fall

  
  • CLNR 326 - Principles of Clinical Biochemistry


    (3)

    This course discusses the basic biochemical principles of quantitative analysis utilized in common clinical laboratory tests. An introduction to interpretation of abnormal clinical laboratory values is presented. Quantitative aspects of nutrition are presented, and regulatory effects of various hormones are described.

      Lecture Fall. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 227   and CHEM 228  

  
  • CLNR 327 - Basic Pharmacology


    (3)

    This course introduces students to a very basic pharmacology of drugs with a focus on drug classes, formulations, routes of administration, and the therapeutic uses of drugs.  The course is designed to provide the clinical research student with a basic foundation in the various therapeutic agents available to manage common disease states. For each class of agents presented, basic mechanisms will be emphasized and common therapeutic uses. Prerequisite: Anatomy & Physiology For students pursuing the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) Degree only: Offered all terms.

      Lecture Spring. Prerequisite(s): Anatomy and Physiology

  
  • CLNR 328 - Introduction to Pharmacology


    (4)

    Cross-listed: PHSC 328  

    The basic principles of drug action are covered through discussion of the responses of biological systems to drugs and chemicals. Emphasis is placed on understanding mechanisms of action through detailed exploration of receptor-mediated events (pharmacodynamics). The course considers the quantification of drug action as well as the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination of xenobiotics (pharmacokinetics) and how these and other factors relate to drug action.

      Lecture Spring. Prerequisite(s): Required: BIOL 221 , or take both BIOL 285  AND  BIOL 286  ; CHEM 227  ; Recommended: CHEM 228  

  
  • CLNR 330 - Regulatory Affairs I


    (2)

    This course provides the student with an overview of the regulatory affairs universe, with emphasis on requirements for initiating clinical trials, developing pharmaceutical products, and gaining approval for worldwide marketing applications. This is the first of two required regulatory affairs courses in the BSCR program.

      Lecture Spring. Prerequisite(s): CLNR 363   & CLNR 364  

  
  • CLNR 332 - Communicating Scientific Research


    (3)

    This course is designed to enable students to effectively and accurately write a variety of technical documents used in the clinical research industry. This interactive class introduces students to literature searching and critical analysis techniques. Skills in critical analysis of the scientific literature will be developed in small group discussion of scientific papers chosen by the faculty and students. These skills are applied in the form of written and oral presentations of projects developed by researching the current scientific literature. Professional development skills like resume & cover letter writing, professional correspondence, interviewing, and networking will also be covered. For students pursuing the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) Degree only: Offered all terms.

      Lecture Spring

  
  • CLNR 333 - Clinical Research Ethics


    (2)

    The course will focus on biomedical ethics as it relates to clinical research. However, medical ethics in clinical practice may also be addressed. Historical cases as well as current events will be extensively used to highlight key principles of medical ethics. During the course, students will satisfy the requirement of human subjects training required for clinical investigators by the National Institutes of Health. For students pursuing the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) Degree only: Offered all terms.

      Lecture Fall

  
  • CLNR 335 - Scientific Seminar


    (3)

    This interactive class introduces students to literature searching and critical analysis techniques. Skills in critical analysis of the scientific literature will be developed in small group discussion of scientific papers chosen by the faculty and students. These skills are applied in the form of written and oral presentations of projects developed by researching the current biomedical and pharmaceutical literature. Complete comprehension of these skills are applied in the form of two oral presentations. For students pursuing the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) Degree only: Offered all terms.

      Lecture Spring. Prerequisite(s): CLNR 332  

  
  • CLNR 338 - Scientific Literature Seminar


    (2)

    This interactive class introduces students to literature searching and critical analysis techniques. Skills in critical analysis of the scientific literature will be developed in small group discussion of scientific papers chosen by the faculty and students. These skills are applied in the form of written and oral presentations of projects developed by researching the current biomedical and pharmaceutical literature. In addition to learning how to apply these skills with a team, complete comprehension of these skills are applied in the form of two solo oral presentations. For the first presentation, students will prepare a brief presentation on a scientific research paper of their own choosing, and use PowerPoint to make visual aids to supplement their presentation. The second will be a seminar-style presentation on a health-related topic, again using PowerPoint to generate slides as visual aids.

      Lecture Fall.

  
  • CLNR 341 - Medical Terminology Online


    (1)

    This course is designed to introduce students to the language of the clinical research and medical communities. Instruction will engage students and provide them an opportunity to learn, understand, and apply the terminology in context of clinical research and medical settings.

      Lecture Fall/Spring.

  
  • CLNR 360 - Managing and Monitoring Clinical Trials


    (3)

    This course is designed to provide both a theoretical and practical overview of the principles of managing and monitoring clinical trials. Lectures will focus on the practical aspects of student set-up activities (i.e., study planning issues, data collection strategies, selecting investigators), student conduct activities (i.e., subject recruitment issues and enrollment strategies, obtaining informed consent, monitoring both patient and safety data quality and integrity and conducting site visits for study initiation, periodic monitoring and multiple site closings), and study termination activities. The course also covers responsibilities of sponsors, clinical monitors, clinical research organizations, investigators, research coordinators and institutional review boards. In-class activities will allow students to gain a greater appreciation of operational issues associated with various clinical research-related regulatory documents by working with case studies related to the content studied. Lectures are based on U.S. regulations and guidelines, as well as international good clinical practices and significant clinical research-related documents. For students pursuing the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) Degree only: Offered all terms.

      Lecture Summer. Prerequisite(s): CLNR 363   & CLNR 364  

  
  • CLNR 363 - New Product Development


    (2)

    New Product Development provides an introductory overview of the process of developing a molecule into a therapeutic agent. This course provides an overview of the process from discovery through regulatory approval and introduction to the market place. This course will provide a perspective of the interaction required between Research and Development and marketing in order to ensure product success in a regulated environment. It is designed to provide students with the background necessary to pursue a wide range of additional courses leading to degrees in clinical research.

      Lecture Fall.

  
  • CLNR 364 - Principles of Clinical Research


    (2)

    This course will provide a broad understanding of clinical research-definition, methodology, conduct and applications. The course will explore basic elements of clinical research including the hierarchy of clinical design, clinical trial conduct, and safety surveillance. Application of clinical trial knowledge to specific medical practice issues will also be explored.

      Lecture Fall.

  
  • CLNR 365 - Managing/Monitoring Clinical Trials I


    (2)

    This introductory course has been designed to provide a theoretical and practical overview of the principles of managing and monitoring clinical trials. Lectures will focus on the practical aspects of study set-up activities (i.e., study planning issues, data collection strategies, selecting investigators), student conduct activities (i.e., recruitment issues and enrollment strategies, obtaining informed consent, monitoring both patient and safety data quality and integrity and conducting site visits for study initiation, periodic monitoring and multiple site closings), and study termination activities. The course also covers responsibilities of sponsors, clinical monitors, clinical research organizations, investigators and institutional review boards. In-class activities will allow students to gain a greater appreciation of operational issues associated with various clinical research-related regulatory documents by working with case studies related to the content studied. Lectures are based on U.S. regulations and guidelines, as well as international good clinical practices and significant clinical research-related documents.

      Lecture Spring. Prerequisite(s): CLNR 363   and CLNR 364  

  
  • CLNR 379 - Physical and Clinical Assessment


    (2)

    This course is designed to introduce students to the basic principles of medical terminology, history taking, the basic techniques of physical examination assessment, and diagnostic test data.

      Lecture Spring. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 221  ; or take both BIOL 285  AND  BIOL 286  .

  
  • CLNR 379L - Physical and Clinical Assessment Lab


    (2)

    This course is designed to introduce students to the basic principles of medical terminology, history taking, the basic techniques of physical examination assessment, and diagnostic test data.

      Lab Spring. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 221  ; or take both BIOL 285  AND  BIOL 286  .

  
  • CLNR 416 - Senior Seminar


    (3)

    This course is designed to prepare the student for real world practices. The student will learn and review research, presentation and public speaking techniques and utilize these to prepare a research paper and presentation. This course culminates in a presentation day where each student will present their research information and internship experience to the Department of Clinical Research and honored guests.

      Lecture Fall/Spring/*Summer (3+2 only). Corequisite(s): CLNR 420  

  
  • CLNR 420 - Senior Internship


    (12)

    This course is an experiential learning system, which allows the BSCR students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the clinical research profession. Students and participating institutions are matched to provide a comprehensive work experience. The internship is designed for a BSCR candidate to develop strong clinical research skills while improving his/her knowledge in the field of clinical research.

      Lecture Fall/Spring /*Summer (*3+2 only). Prerequisite(s): Completion of all GCC & BSCR courses and at least a 2.0 major and cumulative GPA.  Corequisite(s): CLNR 416  

  
  • CLNR 425 - Medical Ethics in Clinical Research


    (2)

    The course provides a review of past medical and research historical events that have shaped the ethical standards in clinical research. Students in this course will analyze and discuss recent medical ethics cases on special topics including current events as appropriate.  2
  
  • CLNR 440 - Regulatory Affairs II


    (2)

    This course builds upon concepts developed in Regulatory Affairs I and provides more detailed and broader coverage of the terminology and concepts that address the regulation of the pharmaceutical industry by the Food and Drug Administration, with an emphasis on the drug, biologic and veterinary product development and approval process.

      Lecture Fall. Prerequisite(s): CLNR 330 , CLNR 363 , and CLNR 364  

  
  • CLNR 442 - Interpersonal Skills


    (2)

    In this course, students will learn about the various factors involved in developing good interpersonal speaking and writing skills including: self-awareness, understanding individual difference, goal setting, listening and feedback, teamwork, leadership development and motivating others, delegating, negotiating, conflict resolution, interviewing, and presentation skills. The course will provide a forum for group discussions and writing exercises.

      Lecture Spring.

  
  • CLNR 450 - Data Management


    (3)

    This introductory course covers topics such as the role of data management in clinical trials and the duties of the Clinical Data Coordinator. Topics include organization, collection, review, and tracking of data. Coding of data and standardized terminology are also considered. The course will also include instruction utilizing electronic data collection methods.

      Lecture Fall. Prerequisite(s): CLNR 363  and CLNR 364  

  
  • CLNR 451 - Scientific and Technical Writing


    (2)

    Scientific and technical writing is a required course for clinical research majors designed to enable students to effectively and accurately write a variety of technical documents used in pharmaceutical-related industries.

      Lecture Fall.

  
  • CLNR 465 - Managing and Monitoring Clinical Trials II


    (2)

    This course will continue to build upon concepts introduced and developed in the Managing and Monitoring Clinical Trials I class. Additional material will be added as appropriate, and the student will be given a greater depth of knowledge and understanding about topics covered in the first course.

      Lecture Fall. Prerequisite(s): CLNR 363 , CLNR 364 , and CLNR 365  

  
  • CLNR 468 - Clinical Project Management


    (2)

    This course introduces concepts of clinical project management that should be applied while managing projects in the clinical research industry. The full life cycle of a project will be studied including project initiation, planning, execution, control and closeout. Students will be exposed to the principles of project management as it applies specifically to clinical research. Managing an individual clinical trial will be covered; the broader perspective of managing new drug development projects in the pharmaceutical industry will be a major focus. The project manager integrates basic research, pharmacology, toxicology, chemical development, analytical development, pharmacokinetics, metabolism, clinical research, and marketing aspects for delivering a new product to the marketplace. For students pursuing the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) Degree only: Offered all terms.

      Lecture Fall.


Communication Studies

  
  • COMM 150 - Introduction to Communication Studies


    (3)

    Origins and structures of human communication, its roles in society, and selected theories of communication. Lecture F
  
  • COMM 160 - Presentational Speaking


    (3)

    Presentational skills for the communication professional. Students will complete a minimum of three speaking performances. Lecture F
  
  • COMM 170 - Writing for the Mass Media


    (3)

    Fundamentals of writing for the mass media; instruction in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and word usage for media. Lecture/Lab S
  
  • COMM 211 - Introduction to Public Relations


    (3)

    Introduces students to the public relations process, the role of public relations in contemporary American society, and job skills utilized in the field and the job assignments of public relations professionals; prerequisite for all other public relations courses. Lecture S Prerequisite(s): COMM 150 or COMM 280, COMM 160 Corequisite(s): COMM 170.
  
  • COMM 217 - Writing for Broadcasting and Electronic Media


    (3)

    Process of broadcast writing: concept development, script/storyboard preparation and message propagation. Lecture/Lab S Prerequisite(s): COMM 267.
  
  • COMM 221 - Web Page Design


    (3)

    Principles and techniques of effective Web page design; HTML; Photoshop; students create and display their Web pages on the Internet. Lecture/Lab As needed
  
  • COMM 222 - Reporting


    (3)

    Basic skills for entry-level reporting positions with newspapers; information gathering; news judgment, documentation; news writing. Lecture/Lab Alt S Prerequisite(s): COMM 267.
  
  • COMM 227 - Audio Production


    (3)

    Equipment operation; field and studio recording; editing; production techniques; students produce a variety of radio programming elements. Lecture/Lab As needed Prerequisite(s): COMM 217, COMM 251, or permission of the instructor
  
  • COMM 228 - Introduction to Interactive Media & Gaming


    (3)

    Introduces students to the worlds of interactive media and gaming and provides students a survey of the interactive media sphere, the evolution of gaming, the role of media and gaming in contemporary society, and communication competencies utilized; prerequisite for all other interactive media and gaming courses. Prerequisite(s): COMM 160  and COMM 280  ; Or permission of instructor
  
  • COMM 233 - Introduction to Photography


    (3)

    Basics of digital photography; shooting; lighting; production; use of Adobe Photoshop; prerequisite for all other photography courses. Lecture/Lab F, S
 

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