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ATHT 4600 - Therapeutic Interventions I Hours: 3
A study of the physiological basis for application of modalities and basic therapeutic exercise in the treatment of (common) athletic injuries. Principles of heat transfer, cryotherapy and hydrotherapy, range of motion, manual therapy, proprioception, muscle strength and endurance will be covered. The student will also learn the necessary clinical skills associated with the didactic learning that is being taught in the classroom portion of the associated athletic training class.
Prerequisites: ATHT 2600. Corequisites: ATHT 2550 and 2650 or permission of the instructor.
Notes: Open to Athletic Training majors only. Offered in Spring.
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ATHT 4700 - Therapeutic Interventions II - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
A study of the physiological basis for application of modalities and basic therapeutic exercise in the treatment of (common) athletic injuries. Principles and application techniques of the therapeutic modalities including electrotherapy, ultrasound, laser and diathermy will be studied and applied within the context of treatment strategies. In addition theory and application of the concepts related to range of motion, manual therapy, proprioception, muscle strength and endurance will be presented and studied within the context of treatment strategies and planning for individual body segments. The student will also learn the necessary clinical skills associated with the didactic learning that is being taught in the classroom portion of the associated athletic training class. This course will also prepare students with regard to the process of evidence based medicine to the level of developing a clinically relevant question and appraising the literature. This will involve a writing intensive project that helps the students to prepare for their capstone research project.
Prerequisites: ATHT 4600. Corequisites: ATHT 3550 or permission of the instructor.
Notes: Open to Athletic Training majors only. Offered in Spring.
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ATHT 4800 - Medical Aspects of Athletic Training Hours: 1
This course is designed to bring an awareness to the student athletic trainer of general medical conditions that may be seen in the physically active population, specifically those conditions which may become exacerbated with physical activity. Common illnesses and diseases of all the bodies system will be explored, along with an understanding of their history, signs, symptoms and general treatment protocols. The roles of medical and allied health personnel in the referral, management, and treatment of athletes and others involved in physical activity suffering from general medical conditions will also be examined. Finally the student will explore the basic pharmacological aspects of athletic training including common indication, contraindications, side effects, etc, of the main prescription drugs used in to treat common illnesses and injuries.
Prerequisites: Senior standing in the Athletic Training Education Program or permission of the instructor. Corequisites: ATHT 4550.
Notes: Open to Athletic Training majors only.
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ATHT 4850 - Medical Aspects of Athletic Training Lab Hours: 1
This course is designed to supplement the ATHT 4800 course. As a laboratory course, the student will learn the necessary clinical skills associated with the didactic learning that is being taught in the classroom portion of the associated athletic training class. Students will be required to complete a clinical skill list at the discretion of the Team Physician(s). Student will also be required to accrue a minimum of 20 hours observing the team physician(s) at their medical practice.
Prerequisites: Senior standing in the Athletic Training Education Program or permission of the instructor. Corequisites: ATHT 4800.
Notes: Open to Athletic Training majors only.
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ATHT 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-16
Internships are available to majors upon submission of documents described on the internship website of the Center for Career and Professional Development. They are arranged individually usually with local organizations, agencies or companies.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chairperson required.
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BIA 2200 - Data Visualization and Reporting Hours: 4
This course introduces how to report complex quantitative data and business information to a wide range of audiences from different business disciplines. The course also covers the contemporary visual reporting and analysis techniques. Students will learn the practical techniques and tools to developing data visualizations in the form of charts, maps, and other graphical representations such as infographics, enabling audiences to discover key trends, insights and discoveries from the data, and enabling business users to better understand data and use it to achieve tactical and strategic objectives. The course topics include: concepts and design for dashboards; internet-based reporting; visual presentation; academic research reporting.
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BIA 3100 - Data and Text Mining Hours: 4
This course covers the major techniques and algorithms for mining and analyzing data and text to discover patterns, extract useful knowledge to support decision making in business intelligence. Students will obtain hand-on experiences through project-based analysis and reports. Topics include: overview of data mining techniques; text analytics and applications; extending a search engine to support data and text analytics (text categorization, text clustering, text summarization); topic mining and analysis with statistical models; opinion mining and summarization; Integrative analysis of textual and structured data.
Prerequisites: COMP 1100 and MATH 1240.
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BIA 3150 - Database and Networking Design Hours: 4
This course introduces how databases and networking are designed, constructed and managed, with the exposure of the process of how business data analysts store, update, manage and retrieve the information. Students will learn basic data modeling concepts, and implement business intelligence to expand knowledge of database concepts to object-oriented data modeling techniques. Topics include: Database concepts; data modeling; SQL; data resource management; client/server databases; data security; implementation using commercial DBMS products in a variety of application and operating system environments.
Prerequisites: COMP 1100, 1600 and MATH 1240.
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BIA 3600 - Managing Information Technology Hours: 4
This interdisciplinary course introduces students to managing the IT function in an environment in which business decisions and information management strategies are interdependent. The course covers the relationship between data (meta-data, the types of data), information, knowledge, insight, and the levels and uses of information: transactional, operational, and strategic. Students learn life-cycle concepts: requirements, definitions, specifications, build or buy. Topics include: training and integration issues, outsourcing strategies and issues; ethical, legal, and social issues; and the international dimensions of information management. The course introduces students to case study methods and the concepts and processes of project management.
Prerequisites: ACCT 2100 and MGMT 3000.
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BIO 1000 - Principles of Biology Hours: 4
This course is a single semester survey of the field of biology including molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecosystem topics. It aligns with the Ohio content standards for Biology teaching and is suitable for education majors and others with a broad interest in Biology.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BIO 1010 - Introduction to Molecular and Cell Biology Hours: 4
This is the first course in the 2 semester introductory biology sequence. It emphasizes the study of life at the molecular & cellular levels. Themes include the molecular basis of life, genetics, molecular biology, the biology of the cell, development & evolution. Laboratory exercises include basic techniques in molecular genetics, cell biology, biochemistry, and bioinformatics.
Prerequisites: Must be eligible for MATH 1240 or 1250.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BIO 1020 - Introduction to Organisms and Ecology Hours: 4
This course will emphasize the form/function, physiology, diversity, evolution, and ecology of major groups of biological organisms. Laboratory exercises will include detailed microscopic and “hands-on” examination of organisms, as well as field experiences.
Prerequisites: BIO 1010 with a minimum grade of C- or one of the following: ESCI 1001, 1010, 1020 with a minimum grade of C-.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BIO 1810 - Anatomy and Physiology I Hours: 4
The first of a 2 semester sequence in Human Anatomy and Physiology emphasizing the integration of the body systems and the maintenance of homeostasis. Topics investigated include cellular biology, microscopic and gross study of tissues, the axial and appendicular skeleton, the muscular system, and the nervous system.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BIO 1820 - Anatomy and Physiology II Hours: 4
The second of a 2 semester lecture and laboratory course in Human Anatomy and Physiology emphasizing the integration of the body systems and the maintenance of homeostasis. Topics investigated include metabolism, the digestive, cardiovascular, respiratory and urinary systems, acid base and fluid balance, and the endocrine and immune systems. Writing scientific reports is a special focus of laboratory sessions.
Prerequisites: BIO 1810 with a minimum grade of C-.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BIO 2010 - Genetics Hours: 5
The course is designed to cover the principles and application of transmission genetics, population and evolutionary genetics, and molecular genetics. Quantitative skills, as well as qualitative skills, will be emphasized in lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: BIO 1010 and 1020 with minimum grades of C-.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BIO 2020 - Ecology Hours: 4
Ecology is the study of organisms and their interactions with each other and their physical environments. This course will provide an introduction to this field by investigating a diverse array of ecological topics including the physical environment, population dynamics, species interactions, community structure, and ecosystem processes.
Prerequisites: BIO 1020 with minimum grade of C-.
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BIO 2030 - Cell Biology Hours: 4
The cell is the fundamental unit of life. This course explores the ability of cells to grow and divide, communicate and perform metabolic processes. Topics include: energy transformation, respiration and photosynthesis, membrane transport, signal transduction, and organelle structure and function. The laboratory experience includes mastery of techniques such as differential centrifugation, SDS-PAGE, spectrophotometry and histochemistry.
Prerequisites: BIO 1010 with minimum grade of C-.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BIO 2400 - Special Topics in Biology Hours: 2
This course uses the current literature, laboratory equipment, and field and laboratory techniques to investigate a select topic in the biological sciences in depth.
Notes: May be repeated for credit.
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BIO 2510 - Scientific Terminology Hours: 2
A seminar on the origins, specific meanings, and usage of scientific terms, including the scope of science and types of thinking used in science. A brief history of the timeline of scientific development is also discussed.
Notes: Offered in alternate years.
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BIO 2520 - Histology Hours: 2
A study of the tissue level of organization of the organism, and how cell and tissue structure relate to function. This area of study provides the link between cell biology and organ systems physiology. Light microscopes are used in the laboratory, and electron microscope images are discussed.
Notes: Offered in alternate years.
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BIO 2550 - Science Outreach Hours: 2
This course gives Science and Science Education majors a chance to apply the content they have learned in their major’s courses in an elementary school setting. Otterbein student will visit K-5 classrooms in the area and use specimens and interactive experiments and activities to teach the elementary students about select topics in biological, earth, and environmental science.
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BIO 2610 - Birds of Ohio Hours: 2
This course provides field-naturalist skills for science majors, education majors, and any student interested in learning to identify birds in Ohio. Activities include lectures, local field trips, and slide and specimen study.
Notes: Offered in alternate years.
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BIO 2620 - Wildflowers and Ferns of Ohio Hours: 2
This course provides field-naturalist skills for science majors, education majors, and any student interested in learning to identify spring wildflowers and ferns in Ohio. Activities and topics include lectures, local field trips, use of taxonomic keys, plant nomenclature, flower anatomy and plant family characteristics.
Notes: Offered in alternate years.
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BIO 2630 - Trees of Ohio Hours: 2
This course provides field-naturalist skills for science majors, education majors, and any student interested in learning to identify trees in Ohio. Activities and topics include lectures, local field trips, use of taxonomic keys, plant nomenclature, characteristics of woody plant families, and economic utility of major tree species.
Notes: Offered in alternate years.
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BIO 2700 - Gender and Biology Hours: 4
This course will examine gender from an evolutionary perspective in both human and non-human animals. We will look to the natural world to critically analyze typical gender stereotypes, and discuss when and if it is appropriate to make connections between human and animal behavior. A variety of hands-on lab activities will be incorporated into the course to actively engage students with the scientific method.
Notes: Except for Integrated Science Education majors, this course may be used as a substitute for the INST Natural Foundations (INST 2400’s) requirement.
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BIO 2800 - Human Microbiology Hours: 3
A study of microbes and their relationship to the human body, including indigenous flora and pathogens. Topics include structure, metabolism, genetics and control of microbes; introduction to the viruses; overview of the immune system; treatment and prevention of infectious diseases; resistance and emerging pathogens. Laboratory requires the identification of two unknowns in mixed culture.
Prerequisites: BIO 1820 or EQSC 1200.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BIO 2900 - Basic Pathophysiology Hours: 4
This lecture course builds on knowledge of normal human anatomy and physiology to study the effects of pathology on major body systems. It makes the link between disease processes at the cellular and tissue level, and signs and symptoms seen in clinical practice. Emphasis is placed on the expanding nature of medical information, and the importance of professional information literacy. Geared for nursing and other students that have taken anatomy and physiology.
Prerequisites: BIO 1820.
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BIO 2998 - Biology & Earth Science Seminar I Hours: 1
This class focuses on professional development and the analysis and presentation of scientific literature. Students will learn to develop professional portfolios to prepare them for internships and positions while a student at Otterbein University and for a career after graduation. Students will also practice reading and evaluating primary scientific literature and also attend research seminars presented by guest speakers. This class is part of a two-class sequence prerequisite for all majors within the Biology & Earth Science Department. This class is open to students of sophomore, junior, or senior standing and may be taken in the Fall or Spring semesters.
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BIO 2999 - Biology & Earth Science Seminar II Hours: 1
This class focuses on ethics in science and the analysis and presentation of scientific literature. Students may study and discuss the ethics of science and research to develop their own opinions on these subjects. Like BIO 2998, students will also practice reading and evaluating primary scientific literature and attend research seminars presented by guest speakers that will be unique each semester. This class is part of a two-class sequence prerequisite for all majors within the Biology & Earth Science Department. This class is open to students of sophomore, junior, or senior standing and may be taken in the Fall or Spring semesters, in any order, that is compatible with the students’ schedule.
Prerequisites: BIO 2998.
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BIO 3000 - Evolution - Writing Intensive Hours: 4
This course offers a critical analysis of contemporary concepts and controversies in evolution. It includes the evidence for biological evolution with particular emphasis upon the historical development of the concept; evolutionary mechanisms; species diversity, both past and present; and the geographical distribution of living organisms.
Prerequisites: BIO 2010 or 2020 with a minimum grade of C-.
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BIO 3020 - Conservation Biology - Writing Intensive Hours: 4
This course will focus on the conservation of plant and animal species. It will examine biodiversity, the definition of species, patterns of species vulnerability, population dynamics, declining and small populations, extinction, invasive species, metapopulations, conservation genetics, captive breeding, endangered species, choice and monitoring of indicator species, habitat fragmentation and degradation, and population recovery programs. Interactions between biology, human concerns regarding resource management, and the political process will also be considered.
Prerequisites: BIO 2020 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
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BIO 3030 - Animal Reproduction Hours: 5
This course will emphasize anatomy and physiology of the reproductive system of multiple taxa at the molecular, cellular, and organismic level. Topics covered include fertilization, fetal development, and the role of hormones.
Prerequisites: BIO 2010 and 2020 with minimum grades of C-; or instructor permission.
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BIO 3050 - Animal Behavior Hours: 5
This course will examine how both developmental mechanisms and principles from evolution and ecology can be applied to understand animal behavior across taxa. We will explore how animals respond to changes within their environment and social groups. Topics covered will include foraging and habitat selection, communication, sexual selection and mating systems, parental care, and human behavior. There will be an emphasis on how to devise and test hypotheses relevant to animal behavior through the collection and analysis of data, culminating in research field projects. Course material will be covered in both lectures and discussions of research papers.
Prerequisites: BIO 2010 and 2020 with minimum grades of C-; or instructor permission.
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BIO 3100 - Molecular Genetics Hours: 5
Molecular genetics is the study of the modern synthesis of classical genetics and biochemistry. Topics include the molecular structure of genes and genomes, gene regulation in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, DNA mutation, repair and recombination, molecular evolution and genetic engineering in medicine and other applied fields. Laboratory emphasizes advanced techniques of DNA analysis including gene cloning and sequencing.
Prerequisites: BIO 2010 and 2030 with a minimum grades of C-; or instructor permission.
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BIO 3120 - Immunology Hours: 5
Immunology focuses on the cellular and molecular bases of the immune response. It also examines immunology from developmental, systemic and clinical perspectives. An overview of classical experiments of immunology is combined with examination of current areas of immunological research (through readings from the primary literature). The laboratory emphasizes both basic immunological techniques and creative application of scientific method.
Prerequisites: BIO 2030 or BMB 4500 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered in alternate years.
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BIO 3140 - Developmental Biology Hours: 4
This course examines molecular mechanisms that allow a single cell to give rise to a complex multicellular organism. This field of study includes the morphogenetic phenomena of growth, differentiation, regeneration, metamorphosis and aging. Current topics, diseases and mechanisms of evolution are emphasized in this course. The lecture/laboratory will be used to explore these topics with microscopic, genetic and molecular techniques covering invertebrate and vertebrate models.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite BIO 2030 or BMB 4500 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered in alternate years.
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BIO 3160 - Microbiology - Writing Intensive Hours: 5
Microbiology explores the vast world of organisms usually invisible to the unaided eye. Topics include the biochemistry, morphology, metabolism, and genetics of bacteria, viruses, prions and other microbial life forms. In addition, an examination of the dynamic impact of microbes on humans, the immune response, and the role of microbes in the environment are also studied. Laboratory experience stresses techniques and methodology of identification, culturing, inhibition and destruction of microbes.
Prerequisites: BIO 2030 or BMB 4500 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered alternate years.
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BIO 3180 - Human Genetics Hours: 5
Human genetics entails an exploration of the molecular, transmission and population genetics of our own species. Topics include the genetics of human origins and evolution, behavior and intelligence, health and disease, and the new genetic and reproductive technologies. Social and ethical issues are also addressed. Laboratory includes karotyping, an analysis of human DNA sequence variation and study of the growing range of medical, commercial and professional applications of human genetics.
Prerequisites: BIO 2010 or BMB 4500 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered alternate years.
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BIO 3200 - Plant Diversity and Ecology Hours: 5
This course covers the diversity and ecology of land plants. Emphasis will be placed on the form/function, life histories, phylogeny, ecological relationships, and economic uses of land plants. The course will involve a major field trip to explore the Eastern deciduous forest.
Prerequisites: BIO 2020 or 2030 with minimum grades of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered alternate years.
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BIO 3220 - Plant Physiology Hours: 5
This course addresses the vital biochemical and physiological processes of plants. Lecture and laboratory topics include plant metabolism/biochemistry, water relations and mineral nutrition, and plant growth and development.
Prerequisites: BIO 2030 or BMB 4500 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered in alternate years.
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BIO 3300 - Invertebrate Zoology Hours: 4
This course examines animals without backbones, which includes all animal phyla. It will introduce students to the less familiar animal phyla and explore the more familiar phyla in more detail. The lecture/laboratory will be used to examine specimens from many of these phyla, including parasitic organisms and those from terrestrial, freshwater and marine environments.
Prerequisites: BIO 2020 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered alternate years.
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BIO 3320 - Field Biology - Writing Intensive Hours: 5
This course examines the ecology of the animals of the local area. The course will emphasize the identification and ecology of local animals from terrestrial, aquatic, and parasitic habitats. The laboratory will be used to collect and identify these animals. The last few weeks of class will be used to perform an ecological study of a species or community of animals examined earlier in the course.
Prerequisites: BIO 2020 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered in alternate years.
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BIO 3340 - Coral Reef Ecology Hours: 5
A study of the physical and biological processes that shape coral reefs. Topics will include reef geology, diversity of marine organisms, and human impacts. The course will include a field trip to a coral reef environment and the completion of a research project.
Prerequisites: BIO 2020 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered alternate years.
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BIO 3360 - Tropical Biology and Agriculture of Costa Rica Hours: 5
The course will emphasize the structure of ecological communities in the tropics and address the myriad of ways in which tropical organisms have adapted to their physical environment, as well as how they have co-evolved with each other. In addition, contemporary issues such as the preservation of ecological diversity, sustainable agriculture, and the preservation of traditional culture will be considered. The course includes travel to Costa Rica for 2 weeks.
Prerequisites: BIO 2020 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered alternate years.
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BIO 3400 - Vertebrate Biology Hours: 4
This course will survey vertebrate diversity in an evolutionary framework. The lecture/laboratory will be used to examine topics in physiology, ecology, behavior and life history, as well as current issues in conservation.
Prerequisites: BIO 2020 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered alternate years.
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BIO 3420 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Hours: 5
Students will examine vertebrate structures in an evolutionary framework that will facilitate an understanding of how these structures function within living animals. We will discuss, compare and contrast the structure and function of the following organ systems among different vertebrates: integument, skeletal, muscular, respiratory, circulatory, digestive, urogenital, endocrine, and nervous systems. Laboratories include dissections of various vertebrates and also model building of different anatomical structures.
Prerequisites: BIO 2010 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered alternate years.
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BIO 3440 - Animal Systems Physiology - Writing Intensive Hours: 5
In this class, the student will investigate the physiological functioning of animal systems, and how these change under various conditions to maintain homeostasis of the whole organism. The physiological systems studied are the nervous, endocrine, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, renal, and reproductive systems. Laboratories include the use of real-time physiological data acquisition with students acting as subjects, and virtual laboratories when living subjects are not appropriate. This class is a suitable prerequisite for your application for Veterinarian or Optometry School.
Prerequisites: BIO 2030 or BMB 4500 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
Notes: Offered alternate years.
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BIO 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-4
This course provides students with an opportunity to engage in independent research on a biology topic of their choice under the direction of a Department of Biology and Earth Sciences faculty member.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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BIO 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-16
Internships at organizations and companies external to Otterbein in biological, health or environmental science. Students must find an external internship opportunity and identify a Department of Biology and Earth Science faculty member to serve as their on-campus advisor. They must also complete the college internship contract between themselves, their advisor, their external supervisor, and the Academic Affairs Office.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chairperson required.
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BIO 4950 - Senior Thesis Research Hours: 1-4
This course is designed for students pursuing independent research on a major senior research project in the biological sciences. Required of all Biology BS students. Four hours of HNRS Senior Thesis Research may be substituted for BIO 4950.
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BIO 4998 - Senior Seminar - Writing Intensive Hours: 1
Students will examine ethical issues in the biological and geological sciences, present a seminar on their research project, and assess their preparation as scientists through an exit interview. Guest speakers will discuss their research and students will critique the science being presented.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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BMB 2300 - Chemistry for Everyday Life for Middle Childhood Education Hours: 4
This course is designed to provide Middle Childhood Education majors with the chemistry knowledge required for teaching middle childhood science. The course will present a descriptive introduction of chemistry topics taught from the perspective of biochemistry. Topics covered will follow chemistry and biochemistry state content standards for middle childhood education as set by the state of Ohio and the PRAXIS licensing exam. This is not intended to be a methods class, however, the course will include content applicable to teaching middle childhood science and hands –on scientific experiences intended to build a portfolio of experiments and demonstrations that can done in a middle school classroom. Sample topics will include atoms, energy, bonding, reactions, states of matter, and simple calculations.
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BMB 2650 - Introduction to Biochemistry Laboratory Techniques Hours: 1
A laboratory introduction to the analysis of biological molecules and macromolecular processes. The overarching goal of the course is to provide students with a foundational experience for summer research. Topics typically covered include assays for common biological molecules, chromatographic techniques for the isolation and purification of biological molecules, spectroscopic techniques commonly used in biological chemistry.
Corequisites: CHEM 2400.
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BMB 4000 - Seminar Hours: 2
Introduction to pertinent topics (on-line searching of the scientific literature, oral presentations, scientific citations, careers in molecular life sciences) with periodic guest lectures. Each student completes a term paper and makes an oral presentation on a specific topic.
Notes: Enrollment in both semesters in the senior year required.
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BMB 4500 - Biochemistry I, Biomolecules and Metabolism Hours: 3
This is the first course in a two-course biochemistry sequence. Topics include cellular organization, biomolecule structure/function, catalysis and elementary enzyme kinetics, bioenergetics and equilibria, allosteric regulation, nucleic acid structure/function, metabolism with a focus on regulation of metabolism, elementary signal transduction, and supramolecular assemblies.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2500.
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BMB 4600 - Biochemistry II, Proteins and Enzymes Hours: 3
The second course in a two-course biochemistry sequence. Topics include advanced enzyme kinetics, mechanisms of inhibition, ligand binding, examples of mechanisms, protein folding, structure determination, regulation of protein activity, and proteomics.
Prerequisites: BMB 4500.
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BMB 4610 - Biochemistry II Laboratory - Writing Intensive Hours: 1
Laboratory exercises to complement Biochemistry II. Topics will include enzyme kinetics, ligand binding assays, structure determination, and database mining.
Corequisites: BMB 4600.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BMB 4990 - Research Hours: 4
This course offering provides academic credit for a group research experience supervised by an Otterbein faculty member. Topics will be current research questions and will vary based on the interests and expertise of the instructor.
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BUS 3500 - Business Law Hours: 4
A study of the legal aspects of business. Emphasis is placed on the uniform commercial code dealing with obligations and contracts, agency, sales and negotiable instruments. The course will also include discussion and examination of law concepts and how they relate to business functions.
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BUS 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-16
Experience with an organization that offers an exposure to business practices. Students may design their own internship experience within departmental guidelines. Internships are available upon submission of a written proposal as described in the internship packet that must be obtained from the Office of Academic Affairs.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chairperson required.
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BUS 5100 - Business Essentials Hours: 4
This survey course is designed for non-business majors. The intent of the course is to offer an overview of the essential functions of business operation. Topics include introductions to accounting, finance, economics, business planning, human resources, strategy, marketing, international business, and management. After completion of this course, non-business majors will have a better understanding of the basic rudiments of business and the general components that impact business decision-making.
Prerequisites: Non-business major; junior or senior standing, or permission of instructor.
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CHEM 1100 - Survey of General Chemistry Hours: 3
A study of general chemistry topics including atoms, energy, bonding, reactions, states of matter, calculations, and nuclear reactions.
Prerequisites: MATH 0900. Corequisites: CHEM 1110.
Notes: Does not count towards a chemistry major or minor.
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CHEM 1110 - Survey of General Chemistry Laboratory Hours: 1
Hands-on development and reinforcement of the topics presented in CHEM 1100 lecture.
Corequisites: CHEM 1100.
Notes: Does not count towards a chemistry major or minor. This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 1200 - Survey of Bio-Organic Chemistry Hours: 4
A survey course covering a range of topics for the non-major. The first forty percent of the class will serve as an overview of the major organic functional groups found in biochemistry. The latter sixty percent will focus on metabolism, the properties of biomolecules, and the chemistry of biological processes. Throughout the course examples will be cited of the biochemical basis of disease and current pharmaceutical treatments of these disorders.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1100 and 1110.
Notes: Does not count towards a Chemistry major or minor. Except for Integrated Science Education majors, this course may be used as a substitute for the INST Natural Foundations (INST 2400’s) requirement.
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CHEM 1400 - General Chemistry I Hours: 3
The first course in a two semester sequence to introduce basic concepts of chemistry to students majoring in science. Emphasis on problem solving and developing scientific thought processes. Course content includes properties of matter and measurement, atomic theory, stoichiometry, aqueous and redox chemistry, thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, periodic trends, bonding, gases, and intermolecular forces.
Prerequisites: One year of high school chemistry or CHEM 1100 recommended Corequisites: MATH 1250.
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CHEM 1410 - General Chemistry I Laboratory Hours: 1
The laboratory is designed to reinforce concepts from lecture and develop experimental skills using both laboratory and computer-based experiments. Quantitative and synthetic experiments are included with emphasis on report writing.
Corequisites: CHEM 1400 (must be taken at Otterbein University).
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 1500 - General Chemistry II Hours: 3
Continuation of Chemistry 1400. Course content includes intermolecular forces, kinetics, acid-base and reaction equilibria, nuclear chemistry, and electrochemistry.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1400 with a grade of C- or better.
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CHEM 1510 - General Chemistry II Laboratory Hours: 1
Continuation of Chemistry 1410, with emphasis on inorganic synthesis, equilibrium studies, and qualitative analysis.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1410. Corequisites: CHEM 1500 (must be taken at Otterbein University).
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 1700 - Engineering Chemistry Hours: 3
A one semester sequence to introduce basic concepts of chemistry to students majoring in engineering. Emphasis on problem solving and developing scientific thought processes. Course content includes atomic structure, the mole, stoichiometry, chemical reactions, thermochemistry, electron configuration, periodicity, bonding, molecular structure, states of matter, solutions, thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibrium, acids, bases, and electrochemistry.
Prerequisites: ENGR 1000
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CHEM 1710 - Engineering Chemistry Laboratory Hours: 1
The laboratory is designed to reinforce concepts from lecture and develop experimental skills using both laboratory and computer-based experiments. Quantitative and synthetic experiments are included with emphasis on report writing.
Corequisites: CHEM 1700 (must be taken at Otterbein University)
Notes: This course has an additional fee
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CHEM 1800 - Accelerated General Chemistry Hours: 3
A one semester accelerated course in general chemistry designed to introduce basic concepts of chemistry to students majoring in science. Emphasis on problem solving and developing scientific thought processes. Course content includes atomic properties, basic calculations, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, aqueous reactions, gas laws, the structure of atoms and molecules, chemical bonding, and intermolecular forces, redox, nuclear chemistry, electrochemistry, and qualitative inorganic chemistry.
Corequisites: CHEM 1810 and MATH 1250.
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CHEM 1810 - Accelerated General Chemistry I Laboratory Hours: 1
The laboratory is designed to reinforce concepts from lecture and develop experimental skills. Quantitative and synthesis experiments are included with emphasis on report writing.
Corequisites: CHEM 1800.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 2400 - Organic Chemistry I Hours: 3
Structure, reactivity, and synthesis of carbon-containing compounds. The problem-solving approach emphasizes the correlation of reaction mechanism with modern structural theory. Introductory topics include the nature of bonding, stereochemistry, spectroscopic identification of compounds, alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, conjugated stems, and aromaticity.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1500 or 1910 with a grade of C- or better.
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CHEM 2410 - Organic Chemistry I Laboratory Hours: 1
Organic experimental techniques are introduced in the laboratory through isolation of natural products, preparation and manipulation of organic functional groups, and multi-step synthesis of complex molecules. Instrumental methods of organic structural determination, including IR, GC/MS, and NMR will also be introduced.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1510 or 1810. Corequisites: CHEM 2400 (must be taken at Otterbein University).
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 2500 - Organic Chemistry II Hours: 3
An in-depth continuation of CHEM 2400 with introduction of additional topics, including alcohols, ethers, carbonyl compounds and their condensation reactions, carboxylic acid derivatives, amines, polymers, and advanced organic synthetic methods.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2400 with a grade of C- or better.
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CHEM 2510 - Organic Chemistry II Laboratory Hours: 1
Further development of skills introduced in CHEM 2410, including a major portion of the course devoted to classical and modern qualitative analysis methods of unknown organic compounds.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2410. Corequisites: CHEM 2500 (must be taken at Otterbein University).
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 2700 - Inorganic Chemistry Hours: 3
Survey of the properties and reactivity of main group and transition metal elements. Topics include atomic structure and bonding theory, molecular orbital theory, acid-base theories, inorganic nomenclature, coordination chemistry, periodic properties of the elements, and basic organometallic and bioinorganic chemistry.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1500, 1510 OR 1800, and 1810.
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CHEM 2710 - Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory Hours: 1
Synthesis and characterization of organometallic, coordination, bioinorganic and solid state compounds. Includes inert atmosphere techniques, vibrational spectroscopy, multi-nuclear NMR spectroscopy, and x-ray diffraction methods.
Corequisites: CHEM 2700 (must be taken at Otterbein University).
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 2800 - Analytical Chemistry Hours: 3
A cornerstone course for developing skills in scientific measurement, analysis, and report writing, designed to train students in quantitative skills using statistical data analysis and computer programs, with an emphasis on spreadsheet computations. Basic skills in volumetric and potentiometric titrations, spectrophotometric analyses, and modern instrumental analysis techniques are taught.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1500 and 1510 (or CHEM 1800 and 1810). Corequisites: CHEM 2810.
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CHEM 2810 - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory Hours: 1
The laboratory is designed to reinforce concepts from lecture and develop experimental skills using classical and modern methods of chemical analysis. Quantitative experiments are included with emphasis on report writing.
Corequisites: CHEM 2800.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 3400 - Physical Chemistry I: Thermodynamics and Kinetics with Applications to Biochemical Systems Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of several key physical chemistry concepts for both the chemistry and biochemistry majors. Thermodynamics and kinetics are covered in detail, and an overview of quantum mechanics and spectroscopy is provided. Attention is placed on applications to biochemical systems.
Prerequisites: MATH 1800 and PHYS 1600.
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CHEM 3410 - Physical Chemistry I Laboratory Hours: 1
Laboratory applications of the fundamental principles of thermodynamics and kinetics are demonstrated. Emphasis is placed on critical data analysis and scientific writing skills.
Corequisites: CHEM 3400 (must be taken at Otterbein University).
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 3500 - Physical Chemistry II: Quantum Mechanics and Statistical Mechanics Hours: 3
This course is the second in the physical chemistry series, expanding on CHEM 3400’s treatment of quantum mechanics and spectroscopy, and also addressing the concepts of statistical mechanics, group theory, and computational chemistry.
Prerequisites: MATH 2700, PHYS 1600 and CHEM 3400.
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CHEM 3800 - Instrumental Analysis Hours: 3
A study of the theory and applications of modern chemical instrumentation, including atomic and molecular spectroscopic methods, electroanalytical methods, and separation methods. Ability to use computer spreadsheet programs and knowledge of basic statistical analysis are assumed.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2800. Corequisites: CHEM 3810.
Notes: Offered alternate years.
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CHEM 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-4
A student explores a topic with the consent of a staff member.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2510 or 3410.
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CHEM 3950 - Research Hours: 1-3
This course offering provides academic credit for an independent research project supervised by an Otterbein faculty member. Relevant research projects must be discussed with and approved by the advising faculty member.
Notes: If repeated, a maximum of 4 hours of CHEM 3950 can be applied toward chemistry major requirements. This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 4150 - Advanced Laboratory - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
A laboratory course consisting of advanced methods of multi-step inorganic and organic synthesis. Further instruction of inert atmosphere techniques, chromatographic purifications, and characterizations via vibrational spectroscopy and multi-nuclear/multi-dimensional NMR spectroscopy will be presented.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2510, 2710, 2810 and 3410. Previous or concurrent enrollment in either CHEM 4400 or 4700 preferred.
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CHEM 4400 - Advanced Organic Chemistry Hours: 3
Advanced organic reactions and mechanisms, organometallic reactions, named organic reactions, retrosynthetic analysis and strategy, and total synthesis of natural products; with additional study and discussion of recent organic chemical literature.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2600 and 3400.
Notes: Offered alternate years.
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CHEM 4700 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Hours: 3
In depth treatment of selected advanced topics in inorganic chemistry, including group-theory, advanced bonding theory, electronic spectra, magnetism, bioinorganic chemistry, organotransition metal chemistry, catalysis, and solid-state chemistry.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2700. CHEM 3500 recommended as a pre- or corequisite.
Notes: Offered alternate years.
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CHEM 4800 - Special Topics Hours: 1-4
This course covers advanced topics beyond the regular curriculum. Course offerings vary by year and with interest.
Prerequisites: Depend on the specific topic, and permission of instructor is required for enrollment.
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CHEM 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-16
This course offering provides academic credit for off-campus employment. Relevant internships are approved, arranged, and administered by the department.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chairperson required.
Notes: Not applicable as credit for the major.
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CHIN 1000 - Elementary Chinese I Hours: 4
Chinese 1000 is an introduction to the Chinese language and culture for students with little or no knowledge of the language. Through partner and group work, readings, films, internet exploration, online exercises and modules, and brief writing assignments, students will develop and practice the four skills—oral (speaking and listening) and literacy (reading and writing)—and will be introduced to culture in Chinese speaking communities.
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CHIN 1100 - Elementary Chinese II Hours: 4
Chinese 1100 is the second semester of an introduction to the Chinese language and culture. Students will continue to learn the foundations of Chinese, with the goal of achieving an intermediate level of proficiency. This course continues to engage students with partner and group work, readings, films, internet exploration, online exercises and modules, and brief writing assignments to deepen competency with reading, writing, speaking, and listening as well as to increase knowledge of culture, history, and politics.
Prerequisites: CHIN 1000.
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COMM 1000 - Communicating with Audiences Hours: 4
Introduces the student to principles of message preparation, adaptation, and delivery with primary application to public speaking but includes written and mediated communication. The student is also introduced to communication theories related to message preparation, adaptation and delivery and basic principles of criticism and media literacy.
Prerequisites: Open to Communication Department majors and minors only.
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COMM 1100 - Public Speaking Hours: 4
Study and practice of the process of oral communication, its nature, background and performance. Realistic practice-speaking situations deal with subject matter of concern in our modern world.
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COMM 1400 - Debate Team Practicum Hours: 1
Individual and group instruction and participation in academic debate. Students participate in intercollegiate debate competition.
Notes: May be repeated for credit.
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COMM 1401 - Speech Team Practicum Hours: 1
Individual and group instruction and participation in intercollegiate speech competition. Students may work on developing speeches or oral interpretation of literature for competition.
Notes: May be repeated for credit.
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COMM 1500 - Principles of Public Relations Hours: 4
An introduction to the field of public relations, including the nature and responsibilities of public relations, and an overview of the public relations process in organizations and society.
Corequisites: COMM 1550 recommended.
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COMM 1550 - Communication Practicum Hours: 1
Experience gained by guided intern work in college departments such as Communication, Marketing and Communication, Student Affairs, Alumni Relations among others.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission needed for off-campus experience.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of four credits.
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COMM 1800 - Interpersonal Communication Hours: 4
An introductory course which focuses on communication in informal and formal face-to-face settings (e.g., conversation, counseling, interviewing). Topics include self-concept and self-disclosure, perception of others, verbal and nonverbal messages, communication in relationships, and strategies for conflict resolution.
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