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BI 331 Human Physiology An advanced course in the physiology of the body systems. Prerequisite: BI 162 - BI 163 . Lecture (331) three hours per week. 3 hrs
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BI 332 Human Physiology Lab An advanced course in the physiology of the body systems. Prerequisite: BI 162 and BI 163 Laboratory (332) four hours per week. 2 hrs (Fee $45)
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BI 335 Embryology A study of the early stages in the development of vertebrates, including maturation, fertilization, cleavage and organology. The laboratory material will consist of whole mounts, serial sections and preserved embryos. Time will be spent in the preparation of embryos for study with the microscope. The chick is studied in detail. Lecture three hours per week. 3 hrs
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BI 336 Embryology Lab A study of the early stages in the development of vertebrates, including maturation, fertilization, cleavage and organology. The laboratory material will consist of whole mounts, serial sections and preserved embryos. Time will be spent in the preparation of embryos for study with the microscope. The chick is studied in detail. Laboratory four hours per week. 2 hrs (Fee $45)
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BI 337 Taxonomy of the Flowering Plants A comprehensive study of the taxonomy and habitat relations of local flowering plants. A laboratory and field course with informal lectures. Prerequisite: BI 160 -BI 161 or BI 162 -BI 163 . Six hours per week. 3 hrs
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BI 340 Human Anatomy Lab (with cadaver) A comprehensive study of the human skeleton, human muscle models, the electronic dissectible human and extensive cat dissections. In addition, students will be expected to complete 30-50 hours of work on human cadaver specimens during two weekend trips to the LSU Medical Center, New Orleans. This is an alternative to Human Anatomy Lab (BI 330 ). This course is taken with BI 329. Prerequisite: BI 162 , BI 163 . 2 hrs (Fee $45)
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BI 348 Physiological Psychology Cross-listed with PY 348. Reviews basic neuro-anatomy and brain chemistry and examines the associations between physiological events (EEG, GSR) and psychological states (stress, deception). Students will record various physiological events in humans and conduct basic stereotaxic surgery on rodents. Prerequisite: PY 220 , introductory biology, and permission of instructor. 3 hrs
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BI 349 Education Standards and Evolution Cross-listed with ED 349 and RL 349 . A study of the develpment of federal and state science standards regarding evolutionary biology and the origin of life set in the context of Christian faith. Prerequisite: Entry level courses (freshmen level) in biology, education and/or religion. 3 hrs
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BI 401 Bioethics This course surveys the ethical issues surrounding modern biotechnical advancements in medicine and other areas of biology. The course also surveys shifts in biological paradigms that affect origins interpretations and the subsequent ethical issues. 3 hrs
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BI 402 Origins A survey focusing on the various theories of biological origin and diversification, their historical development, current versions and their impact on biological thought. The evolution and creation models of nature are reviewed in light of contemporary biological knowledge. Emphasis is placed on distinguishing between observation, hypothesis, evidence and confirmation as applied to evaluating evolution and creation paradigms and their implications. 3 hrs
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BI 411 Molecular Biology A course in the molecular organization of eukaryotic and prokaryotic gene structure and function, molecular regulation of signal transduction, the cell cycle, regulated cell death and molecular basis for cancer. 3 hrs
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BI 412 Molecular Biology Lab A course in the molecular organization of eukaryotic and prokaryotic gene structure and function, molecular regulation of signal transduction, the cell cycle, regulated cell death and molecular basis for cancer. 2 hrs (Fee $45)
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BI 421 Biochemistry and Cell Biology Cross-listed with CH 421 . A course integrating principles of general biology, chemistry, cell biology, and biochemistry. Topics include enzymes, membrane transport, metabolism, gene expression, and the chemistry of biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids). BI 421 is a prerequisite or a corequisite for BI 422 . Prerequisite: BI 162 -BI 163 , CH 331 , and CH 333 . 3 hrs
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BI 422 Biochemistry and Cell Biology Lab Cross-listed with CH 422 . A course integrating principles of general biology, chemistry, cell biology, and biochemistry. Topics include enzymes, membrane transport, metabolism, gene expression, and the chemistry of biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids). BI 421 is a prerequisite or a corequisite for BI 422. Prerequisite: BI 162 , BI 163 , CH 331 , and CH 333 . 2 hrs (Fee $45)
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BI 431 General Ecology A study of how biotic and abiotic factors influence the distribution and abundance of organisms. A quantitative approach to laboratory, field, and virtual experiments will be emphasized. Concurrent enrollment in lecture (431) and laboratory (432) is required. Prerequisite: BI 160 -BI 161 and BI 162 -BI 163 . Lecture three hours per week. 3 hrs
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BI 432 General Ecology Lab A study of how biotic and abiotic factors influence the distribution and abundance of organisms. A quantitative approach to laboratory, field, and virtual experiments will be emphasized. Concurrent enrollment in lecture (431) and laboratory (432) is required. Prerequisite: BI 160 -BI 161 , and BI 162 -BI 163 . Laboratory four hours per week. 2 hrs (Fee $45)
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BI 441 Histology A course involving the principles and methods of tissue techniques, cytology and hematology, plus a thorough study of tissue and organ structure and identification. Prerequisite: 10 hours biology. Lecture three hours per week. 3 hrs
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BI 442 Histology Lab A course involving the principles and methods of tissue techniques, cytology and hematology, plus a thorough study of tissue and organ structure and identification. Prerequisite: 10 hours biology. Laboratory four hours per week. 2 hrs (Fee $45)
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BI 443 Special Problems in Biology Independent investigations of special problems of genetics, bacteriology, anatomy or physiology; requires a minimum of six hours per week in the library and the laboratory. It is open, by the instructor’s permission, to students who have completed a minimum of 20 hours in biology and 10 hours in either chemistry, physics or a combination of the two. 1-3 hrs
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BI 445 Seminar An interdisciplinary approach will be used to examine current ideas and research directions in biology. Social, ethical, and economic issues will be examined through readings and discussions. Specific topics and readings will vary from year to year. Students may take this course two times for credit toward the biology major. Prerequisite: 10 hours of biology, junior or higher. 1 hr
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BI 460 Research and Scientific Literature This course will focus on reading, discussing, and presenting primary literature from diverse sub-disciplines of biology which will enhance scientific writing skills, oral communication, and understanding of research methods. 3 hrs
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Communication Studies |
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CA 112 Public Speaking This course examines aspects of effective presentation to various audiences. Students deliver different kinds of speeches, each with skills that will build upon the other in order to aid the student in becoming a better, more organized speaker. 3 hrs
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CA 115 Forensics Credit for participation in intercollegiate forensic tournaments. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. 1 hr (may be taken 4 times.)
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CA 150 Modern Communication Provides students the opportunity to develop effective and ethical communication mentalities and skills by studying how people make and share meaning in diverse cultural contexts and learning to use critical thinking skills and judgment when both creating and reading different media texts. Topics include listening skills, communication ethics, verbal communication, nonverbal communication, persuasion, global and digital media literacy. 3 hrs
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CA 212 Business and Organizational Communication This course covers the principles of both written and oral communication practices used in business, medical and religious organizations. Basic techniques of clear writing to create effective business communication including business letters, memorandums, and short reports will be studied. 3 hrs
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CA 214 Interpersonal Communication This course focuses on the study of relationships, communication between individuals, macro and microlevel communication, dealing with emotions, listening skills and non-verbal communication. 3 hrs
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CA 223 Oral Performance of Literature This course examines the meaning of literature and the ability to communicate this meaning to others through oral reading. 3 hrs
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CA 301 Nonverbal Communication This course examines such phenomena as environment, appearance, kinesics, haptics, and face/eye behavior and their role in human interactions. Prerequisite: CA 112 or CA 212 . 3 hrs
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CA 311 Negotiation and Debate This course explores aspects of effective negotiation and debate strategies with a focus on practical application. Students will recognize and apply appropriate methods and principles of negotiation and debate theory in order to gain proficiency in both personal and professional contexts. Prerequisite: CA 112 . 3 hrs
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CA 313 Media Persuasion This course introduces students to key theories and concepts related to persuasion in mass communication, particularly in the fields of advertising and public relations. 3 hrs
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CA 315 Forensics Credit for participation in intercollegiate forensic tournaments. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. 1 hr (may be taken 4 times.)
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CA 320 Leadership Communication This course seeks to observe the success and failure of leadership as directly correlated with communication. Thus, the class approaches the construct of leadership from a communicative perspective. In order to facilitate this analysis numerous academic and current leadership texts will serve as course content. Prerequisite: CA 112 or CA 212 . 3 hrs
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CA 323 Creative Oral Reading This course focuses on understanding the meaning of literature and the ability to communicate this meaning to others through oral reading. 3 hrs
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CA 324 Readers Theatre Group performance of literature, principally the short story, poetry and drama. Prerequisite: CA 223 . 3 hrs
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CA 325 Small Group Communication Aspects of effective small group discussion to audiences of various kinds both face-to-face and computer mediated communication including structure, relationships, conflict, and problem-solving . Prerequisite: CA 112 or CA 212 . 3 hrs
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CA 330 Political Communication Cross-listed with PS 330 . This course examines key theories, concepts and research findings in the field of political communication in the context of an increasingly mass-mediated society. Focus is placed on the interactions between political elites, news media and the public with particular emphasis on the dynamics of political campaigns and messaging strategies employed by political elites. 3 hrs
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CA 400 Communication Theory This course introduces students to foundational concepts, theories, and research processes in communication and provides a foundation of relevant theories in their degree fields. 3 hrs
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CA 415 Crisis Communication This course examines crisis communication from a theoretical perspective. Macro organizational theorists focus on issues such as stakeholders, legal environments and the larger social and cultural contexts within which the organizations exist. Prerequisite: CA 214 . 3 hrs
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CA 450 Seminar Selected topics in communication studies and theatre arts offered for directed independent or group study. Repeatable as course content varies. 1-3 hrs
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CA 460 Communication Capstone Students majoring in Communication Studies will complete their senior capstone project via the course. This course is an individually-tailored course for students based on their concentrations, skill set, area of interest, and working relationship with the professor. Prerequisite: Senior standing. 3 hrs
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College Connection |
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CC 100 College Connection I Part one of the First-Year Experience courses at Louisiana Christian University. Topics covered will help orient the incoming student to life at LCU, connect them to all aspects of campus life, promote academic success while at LCU, and support career goals afterward. Required of all full-time, first-time students to Louisiana Christian University except non-traditional students (23 years of age or older). A 1-credit college orientation course may be transferred from another college to satisfy this requirement and CC 102. There is a $150 fee for Wildcat Week. 0.5 hr
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CC 101 Online Orientation This orientation course includes technological assessments and hands-on, active participation by the learner. Online students will learn how to be successful in the online program using Canvas and other strategies, including financial literacy and online school resources. They will also learn more about the culture and mission of Louisiana College. 1 hr
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CC 102 College Connection II Part two of the First-Year Experience courses at Louisiana Christian University. Required of all full-time, first-time students to Louisiana Christian University except non-traditional students (23 years of age or older). A 1 credit-hour college orientation course may be transferred from another college to satisfy this requirement and CC 100. 0.5 hr
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CC 200 Peer Leadership The Peer Leadership course combines experiential and project-based learning to empower students to make a difference on their compus, community, and world. Through small and large group discussions, team building activities and community engagement, students will actively pursue topics such as group leardership, mediation, time management and decision making while exploring the influence of leadership styles, communication, and facilitation. Prerequisite: CC 100 3 hrs
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Christian Education |
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CE 199-499 Directed Study in Religious Education Directed study in connection with a resident workshop, individual interest area or with a travel study program. Students will pursue selected studies or independent research projects as approved by the instructor. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and department chairperson. 1-3 hrs
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CE 211 Introduction to Church Ministry Cross-listed with RL 211 . A study of the nature, tasks, and limitations of related ministries within the framework of the local church. The organizational framework of the church is viewed in relation to its basic components, programs, personnel, strategic planning and leadership processes. 3 hrs
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CE 212 Principles and Methods A study of the teaching-learning process which includes planning objectives, learning activities and practical experiences. 3 hrs
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CE 301 In-Service Guidance Cross-listed with RL 301 . Practical experience in a ministry setting designed to help students develop ministry skills under the supervision of a trained and experienced minister, allow students to develop more intensive ministerial focus in his/her chosen area, and assist the student in personal understanding and growth regarding ministry. Repeatable for credit up to 6 hrs. 3 hrs
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CE 302 In-Service Guidance Cross-listed with RL 302 . A continued practical experience in a ministry setting designed to help students develop ministry skills under the supervision of a trained, experienced minister. A continuation of CE 301 /RL 301 . Prerequisite: CE 301 /RL 301 . 3 hrs
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CE 303 Evangelism A study of evangelism including enabling students to gain a general knowledge of various witnessing techniques, understand and apply evangelism with various age groups ranging from children to senior adults, develop and successfully share their personal Christian testimony. 3 hrs
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CE 311 Introduction to Youth Ministry A study of the various aspects of youth ministry including evaluating the youth minister’s personal life; understanding the physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and moral characteristics of youth; implementing youth disci8pleship; selecting and training adult leaders of youth; and involving parents in the vision of youth ministry. Prerequisite: RL 101 , RL 102 , CE 211 . 3 hrs
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CE 320 Psychology of Religion Cross-listed with PY 320 . A study of the psychological dynamics of certain components of the Christian faith such as conversion, repentance, temptation, guilt, doubt and worship. Prerequisite: RL 101 , RL 102 and PY 220 . 3 hrs
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CE 324 Principles of Church Planting Cross-listed with RL 324 . This course is a theoretical and practical introduction to church planting that equips students with the principles necessary to plant churches successfully. Prerequisite: RL 101 , RL 102 , or RL 300 . 3 hrs
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CE 325 Advanced Strategic Church Planting Cross-listed with RL 325 . This course will examine advanced strategies and theories in church planting. Students will also explain and implement these advanced strategies in the context of a church plant. Prerequisite: RL 101 , RL 102 , EN 101 , and EN 102 . 3 hrs
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CE 342 Family Life Ministry An exploration of ways the church as an institution can minister to the modern family in all its forms: single persons, single parents, couples with no children, parents with children of various stages of development, senior adults, blended families, etc. Attention is given to the needs of each form of the family and how the church can help meet those needs through education, program design, and other ministries. Prerequisite: CE 211 . 3 hrs
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CE 350 Discipleship Strategies Cross-listed with RL 350 . This course is designed to introduce students to the biblical foundations of discipleship, to expose students to a variety of discipleship strategies, and to equip students for implementing discipleship efforts in personal relationships and in the local church. 3 hrs
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CE 351 Church Revitalization Cross-listed with RL 351 . This course provides an examination into the ministry of revitalizing a plateaued or declining church. The course will review the biblical and theological foundations of ecclesiology and then proceed to the practical applications that produce renewal of a church, taking into account the reasons for the church’s plateauing or declining offering possible solutions for local congregation to consider. Prerequisite: RL 101 and RL 102 . 3 hrs
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CE 355 Engaging Culture This course is designed to give students a broad information base regarding culture and how to best minister effectively in the context of modern culture. Prerequisite: CE 211 or RL 211 . 3 hrs
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CE 360 Ministerial Ethics Cross-listed with PI 360 . An examination of ethical questions that arise for the Christian minister, including issues concerning personal conduct and character as well as relationships with colleagues, the congregation, and the community. Prerequisite: junior standing or PI 300 /RL 300 . 3 hrs
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CE 362 Missions Cross-listed with RL 362 . A study of the biblical basis for missions, the meaning of a call to missions and organization including strategy. Prerequisite: RL 101 and RL 102 . 3 hrs
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CE 363 Contemporary Missions Cross-listed with RL 363 . This course will explore the biblical foundations, historical patterns, current issues, and effective practices for doing missions. The course will review the biblical and theological applications that produce missional work in the New Testament church. Prerequisite: EN 101 , EN 102 , HI 101 , HI 102 , RL 101 , and RL 102 . 3 hrs
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CE 370 Interpersonal Relationship Skills Cross-listed with RL 370 . In this course, students will learn how to develop interpersonal relationship skills for ministry in church-based settings. Particular attention will be given to relationships with God, self, family, church, and community. 3 hrs
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CE 380 Servant Leadership A study of servant leadership as a basis for developing a personal concept of ministry and service. Various theories of leadership will be assessed giving the student an opportunity to discover his or her own primary leadership style. Attention is given to synthesizing a primary leadership style with servant leadership. 3 hrs
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CE 395 Cross-Cultural Experiences Cross-cultural experiences designed to provide students an opportunity to participate in different cultures through the teaching of conversational English. Prerequisite: EN 101 and EN 102 . 3 hrs
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CE 396 Cross-Cultural Experiences Laboratory 2 hrs
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CE 400 C. S. Lewis: Life and Ministry Cross-listed with RL 400 . A study of the life, writings, and faith of C. S. Lewis. 3 hrs
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CE 452 Personal Evangelism Cross-listed with RL 452 . This course will survey principles and strategies for being effective in personal evangelism in a post-modern world. This study will include topics in biblical foundations for evangelism, strategies within missiology, the Cooperative Program of the SBC, and post-modern missional avenues. 3 hrs
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CH 101 Introductory Chemistry A course introducing the fundamentals of chemistry, with special emphasis on medical applications. A high school chemistry course or college algebra course is recommended. This course does not substitute for CH 160 for science majors. 3 hrs
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CH 131 Chemical Principles for Allied Health / Nursing A course introducing the fundamentals of inorganic, organic, and biological chemistry, with special emphases on allied health and medical applications. Required for ABSN and Allied Health programs. (This course does not substitute for CH 160 -CH 161 , CH 162 -CH 163 , or CH 331 -CH 332 for science majors, and does not substitute for CH 101 and CH 211 for Nursing majors.) 3 hrs
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CH 132 Chemical Principles for Allied Health / Nursing Lab A course introducing the fundamentals of inorganic, organic, and biological chemistry, with special emphases on allied health and medical applications. Required for ABSN and Allied Health programs. (This course does not substitute for CH 160 -CH 161 , CH 162 -CH 163 , or CH 331 -CH 332 for science majors, and does not substitute for CH 101 and CH 211 for Nursing majors.) 1 hr (Fee $60)
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CH 160 General Chemistry I An introduction to inorganic chemistry for science majors. It is required that students have an ACT score of at least 23 in Math to register for this class. Students with scores below this score should complete MA 111 or MA 115 and finish witha “C” or higher before enrolling in CH 160. CH 161 is a prerequisite or co-requisite for CH 160. 3 hrs
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CH 161 General Chemistry I Lab An introduction to inorganic chemistry laboratory for science majors. CH 160 is a prerequisite or a co-requisite for CH 161. 2 hrs
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CH 211 Organic and Biological Chemistry An introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry with practical applications for nursing and allied health. Prerequisite: CH 160 . 3 hrs
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CH 321 Analytical Chemistry - Quantitative Analysis Course focuses on the chemistry of solutions and quantitative analytical methods, as well as stoichiometric problems. Topics and experiments include gravimetric, volumetric, and electrochemical analyses. Prerequisite: CH 162 -CH 163 . CH 321 and CH 322 must be taken concurrently. Credit: two hours lecture; two hours laboratory. 2 hrs
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CH 322 Analytical Chemistry - Quantitative Analysis Lab Course focuses on the chemistry of solutions and quantitative analytical methods, as well as stoichiometric problems. Topics and experiments include gravimetric, volumetric, and electrochemical analyses. Prerequisite: CH 162 -CH 163 . CH 321 and 322 must be taken concurrently. Credit: two hours lecture; two hours laboratory. 2 hrs Fee: $60.
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CH 323 Analytical Chemistry -Instrumental Analysis Course focuses on instrumentation as well as instrumental methods of analysis. Topics and experiments include ultraviolet, visible, infrared, and atomic spectroscopy, NMR, and chromatography. CH 323 and CH 324 must be taken concurrently. Prerequisite: CH 162 -CH 163 . (CH 321 is not a prerequisite for CH 323-CH 324 .) Credit: two hours lecture. 2 hrs
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CH 324 Analytical Chemistry -Instrumental Analysis Lab Course focuses on instrumentation as well as instrumental methods of analysis. Topics and experiments include ultraviolet, visible, infrared, and atomic spectroscopy, NMR, and chromatography. CH 323 and 324 must be taken concurrently. Prerequisite: CH 162 -CH 163 . (CH 321 is not a prerequisite for CH 323 -324.) Credit: two hours laboratory. 2 hrs (Fee $60)
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CH 331 Organic Chemistry I A study of the compounds of carbon, emphasizing the relationships between structure, mechanism and reactivity. Prerequisite: CH 162 -CH 163 . 3 hrs
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CH 332 Organic Chemistry I Lab A study of the compounds of carbon, emphasizing the relationships between structure, mechanism and reactivity. Prerequisite: CH 162 -CH 163 . 2 hrs (Fee $60)
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CH 333 Organic Chemistry II A continuation of CH 331 -CH 332 . 3 hrs
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CH 334 Organic Chemistry II Lab A continuation of CH 331 -CH 332 . 2 hrs (Fee $60)
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CH 370 Honors Science and Art of Light Cross-listed with AR 370 . An integrative course that focuses on the intersection of science and art. It integrates scientific topics related to light, pigment, atoms, and molecules with artistic topics of line, value, and color theory through a variety of artistic media. Prerequisite: Admission and active participation in the honors program. 4 hrs
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CH 421 Biochemistry and Cell Biology Cross-listed with BI 421 . A course integrating principles of general biology, chemistry, cell biology, and biochemistry. Topics include enzymes, membrane transport, metabolism, gene expression, and the chemistry of biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids). CH 421 is a prerequisite or a corequisite for CH 422 . Prerequisite: BI 160 -BI 161 and BI 162 -BI 163 , CH 331 , and CH 333 . 3 hrs
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CH 422 Biochemistry and Cell Biology Lab Cross-listed with BI 422 . A course integrating principles of general biology, chemistry, cell biology, and biochemistry. Topics include enzymes, membrane transport, metabolism, gene expression, and the chemistry of biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids). CH 421 is a prerequisite or a corequisite for CH 422. Prerequisite: BI 160 -BI 161 and BI 162 -BI 163 , CH 331 , and CH 333 . 2 hrs (Fee $60)
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CH 432 Polymer Chemistry Introduction to polymer chemistry, built upon chemical principles learned in general and organic chemistry. Emphasis will be on organic chemistry of polymers and application of polymers in the health, medical, and industrial fields. Prerequisite: CH 160 , CH 161 , CH 162 , CH 163 and CH 331 -CH 332 . 3 hrs Offered every other academic year.
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CH 440 Special Topics in Chemistry Special research, laboratory, or classroom topics which are offered infrequently on a limited subject. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. This course may be repeated for credit in different topics. Variable credit 1 to 3 hours.
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CH 442 Inorganic Chemistry An in-depth study of structures and properties of various inorganic and organometallic compounds using molecular orbital theory. Prerequisite: CH 333 , CH 321 , or CH 323 . 3 hrs
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CH 447 Directed Independent Study Special research projects undertaken with approval of the instructor. Between CH 447 and CH 448 students may take up to six hours total. Prerequisite: CH 333 -CH 334 or permission of instructor. This course may be repeated for credit. Variable credit 1 to 3 hrs; 3 hours maximum per semester.
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CH 448 Chemistry Internship An opportunity to collaborate with a scientist or an industrial chemist off campus. Prerequisite: senior standing or permission of the instructor. Variable credit up to 3 hours maximum.
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Criminal Justice |
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CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice A brief overview of the American criminal justice system. 3 hrs
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CJ 201 Criminal Law A study of the nature of criminal law, philosophical and historical development, major definitions and concepts, classification of crime, elements of crimes and penalties using Louisiana statues as illustrations, and criminal responsibility. Prerequisite: CJ 101 . 3 hrs
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CJ 202 Correctional Systems and Institutions An overview of the history and development of correctional systems and institutions (prisoners) with an emphasis on American systems and the role they play in today’s justice system. 3 hrs
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CJ 223 Social Problems Cross-listed with PY 223 and SW 223 . A survey of personal, family, community, racial/ethnic and national/international disorganization. Analysis of the social determinants and correlates of these problems. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or permission of instructor. 3 hrs
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CJ 225 American Government and Politics Cross-listed with HI 225 and PS 225 . An introduction to the basic functions of government and civil life with attention to the relationship between citizenship and the Christian faith. Prerequisite: HI 105 . 3 hrs
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CJ 301 Civil Law A brief survey of the historical context of the law, along with a generalized survey of various areas of the law, such as litigation, community property law, successions and contemporary legal problems. 3 hrs
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CJ 302 Diversity in Criminal Justice This course examines the interrelationship of race, class, and gender within the criminal justice system in law enforcement and the correctional system. Prerequisite: CJ 101 and CJ 201 . 3 hrs
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CJ 303 Police-Community Relations Human relations as related to the community and the role of the police. 3 hrs
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CJ 310 Legal Aspects of Criminal Justice Search and seizure, due process, court procedure, police authority, the collection of forensic physical and testimonial evidence according to Louisiana and federal legislation, and relevant court decisions. Prerequisite: CJ 101 . 3 hrs
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