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ATHT 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-5
Exploration of a variety of specific topics in the field of Athletic Training. Students will develop a course topic and course of study with the respective Instructor.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ATHT 3910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-3
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ATHT 4100 - Professional Development in Allied Health Professions - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
An examination of three distinct modules: 1) focus on professional development and readiness for the students’ next steps after undergraduate school, 2) conduct an ethical analysis and develop understanding of personal and professional ethics for allied healthcare professions, and 3) completion of the research design process that began in either EXSC 2000 and 3000, or ATHT 4700. Projects will be completed along with an oral presentation for the project. Particular attention will be paid to the discipline specific writing that needs to take place in the student’s respective professional field.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites or Corequisites: MATH 1240 and senior standing in the program.
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ATHT 4200 - Contemporary Topics in Allied Health Hours: 2
An opportunity to discuss and research current issues in the field of athletic training and allied health professions. The culminating senior year experience for all athletic training majors. Provides practical application of theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom by bringing all senior majors of allied health professions together to research, discuss, construct and formalize the individual philosophies that are being developed. Centered on an interdisciplinary approach to providing healthcare in the 21st century.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: Senior standing, open only to majors.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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ATHT 4600 - Therapeutic Interventions I and Lab Hours: 4
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. Clinical skills associated with the didactic learning taught in the classroom portion.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: ATHT 2600 open to Athletic Training majors only. Corequisites: ATHT 3500 and 2650, or permission of instructor.
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ATHT 4700 - Therapeutic Interventions II and Lab - 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. Clinical skills associated with the didactic learning taught in the classroom portion. Process of evidence based medicine to the level of developing a clinically relevant question and appraising the literature. Includes a writing intensive project that helps students to prepare for their capstone research project.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: ATHT 4600 open to Athletic Training majors only. Corequisites: ATHT 3500, or permission of instructor.
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ATHT 4800 - General Medical and Pharmacological Conditions Hours: 3
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 are 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. Explores 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.
FA Sem, every other year, odd years.
Prerequisites: Senior standing in the Athletic Training Education Program or permission of the instructor. Corequisites: ATHT 3500.
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ATHT 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-12
Internships are available to majors upon submission of documents described on the internship website of the Center for Career and Professional Development. Arranged individually, usually with local organizations, agencies or companies.
FA, SP, SU Sems.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chairperson required.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 12 hrs.
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BIA 2200 - Data Visualization and Reporting Hours: 3
Introduces how to report complex quantitative data and business information to a wide range of audiences from different business disciplines. Covers contemporary visual reporting and analysis techniques. Practical techniques and tools used to develop 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. Course topics include: concepts and design for dashboards; internet-based reporting; visual presentation; academic research reporting.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or higher.
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BIA 3000 - Database and Networking Design Hours: 3
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. Basic data modeling concepts, implementing 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 3100 - Data and Text Mining Hours: 3
Major techniques and algorithms for mining and analyzing data and text to discover patterns, extract useful knowledge to support decision making in business intelligence. Hands-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 3600 - Managing Information Technology Hours: 3
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.
Notes: Cross listed with ACCT 3300.
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BIO 1000 - Principles of Biology Hours: 3
Survey of the field of biology including molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecosystem topics. 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
The first of a two course sequence in introductory biology. Emphasizes the study of life at the molecular and cellular levels. Themes include the molecular basis of life, genetics, molecular biology, the biology of the cell, development and evolution. Laboratory exercises include basic techniques in molecular genetics, cell biology, biochemistry, and bioinformatics.
FA Sem.
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
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.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: Eligibility to enroll in a 1200-level Math.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BIO 1810 - Anatomy and Physiology I Hours: 4
The first of a 2 course sequence in Human Anatomy and Physiology emphasizing 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.
FA Sem.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BIO 1820 - Anatomy and Physiology II Hours: 4
The second of a 2 course sequence 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.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: BIO 1810 with a minimum grade of C-.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BIO 2010 - Genetics Hours: 4
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.
FA Sem.
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
Introduction to the field of ecology as the study of organisms and their interactions with each other and their physical environments. Investigates a diverse array of ecological topics including the physical environment, population dynamics, species interactions, community structure, and ecosystem processes.
SP Sem.
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. Exploring 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.
SP Sem.
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
Use of current literature, laboratory equipment, and field and laboratory techniques to investigate a select topic in the biological sciences in depth.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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BIO 2610 - Birds of Ohio Hours: 2
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.
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BIO 2620 - Wildflowers and Ferns of Ohio Hours: 2
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.
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BIO 2630 - Trees of Ohio Hours: 2
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: 3
Examination of 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: Cross-listed with INST 2409.
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BIO 2800 - Human Microbiology Hours: 4
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.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: BIO 1820 or EQSC 1200.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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BIO 2900 - Basic Pathophysiology Hours: 3
Builds upon knowledge of normal human anatomy and physiology to study the effects of pathology on major body systems. 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.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: BIO 1820.
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BIO 2998 - Biology & Earth Science Seminar I Hours: 1
Professional development and the analysis and presentation of scientific literature. Developing professional portfolios to prepare for internships and positions while a student at Otterbein University and for a career after graduation. Practice reading and evaluating primary scientific literature and also attending research seminars presented by guest speakers.
Prerequisites: Sophomore level or above.
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BIO 2999 - Biology & Earth Science Seminar II Hours: 1
Ethics in science and the analysis and presentation of scientific literature. Study and discussion of the ethics of science and research to develop opinions on these subjects. Practice reading and evaluating primary scientific literature and attend research seminars presented by guest speakers that will be unique each semester.
Prerequisites: Sophomore level or above.
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BIO 3000 - Evolution - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Critical analysis of contemporary concepts and controversies in evolution. 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 and 2020 with a minimum grade of C-.
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BIO 3020 - Conservation Biology - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Conservation of plant and animal species, examining 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 permission of instructor.
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BIO 3030 - Animal Reproduction Hours: 4
The biology of animal reproduction. Topics covered will include vertebrate reproductive anatomy, physiology, endocrinology and behavior using a comparative approach. The lab portion will require several field trips.
Prerequisites: BIO 2010 and 2020 with minimum grades of C-, or permission of instructor.
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BIO 3050 - Animal Behavior Hours: 4
Examination of how both developmental mechanisms and principles from evolution and ecology can be applied to understand animal behavior across taxa. Exploring 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. 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 permission of instructor.
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BIO 3060 - Aquatic Ecology Hours: 4
Adaptation and ecology of organisms living in water environments. Special emphasis will be on local freshwater ecosystems.
Prerequisites: BIO 2020, with a minimum grade of C-.
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BIO 3100 - Molecular Genetics Hours: 4
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 minimum grades of C-, or permission of instructor.
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BIO 3120 - Immunology Hours: 3
Cellular and molecular bases of the immune response. Examining 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).
Prerequisites: BIO 2030 or BMB 4500 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
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BIO 3140 - Developmental Biology Hours: 3
Molecular mechanisms that allow a single cell to give rise to a complex multicellular organism. 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: BIO 2030 or BMB 4500 with a minimum grade of C-, or permission of instructor.
Notes: Offered in alternate years.
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BIO 3160 - Microbiology - Writing Intensive Hours: 4
Exploration of 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 with a minimum grade of C- or BMB 4500.
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BIO 3180 - Human Genetics Hours: 3
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.
Prerequisites: BIO 2010 or BMB 4500 with a minimum grade of C-, or permission of instructor.
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BIO 3200 - Plant Diversity and Ecology Hours: 4
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. Includes a major field trip to explore the Eastern deciduous forest.
Prerequisites: BIO 2020 or 2030 with minimum grades of C-, or permission of instructor.
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BIO 3220 - Plant Physiology Hours: 4
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 permission of instructor.
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BIO 3300 - Invertebrate Zoology Hours: 4
Animals without backbones, which includes all animal phyla. Introduction to the less familiar animal phyla and exploration of the more familiar phyla in detail. Examining 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 permission of instructor.
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BIO 3320 - Field Zoology - Writing Intensive Hours: 4
The ecology of the animals of the local area. Emphasis on the identification and ecology of local animals from terrestrial, aquatic, and parasitic habitats. The laboratory will be used to collect and identify these animals. Includes performing an ecological study of a species or community of animals.
Prerequisites: BIO 2020 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
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BIO 3340 - Coral Reef Ecology Hours: 4
The physical and biological processes that shape coral reefs. Topics will include reef geology, diversity of marine organisms, and human impacts on reefs and conservation methods. Labs will investigate important reef organisms and will include the use and maintenance of salt water aquariums.
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: 4
The structure of ecological communities in the tropics and 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. Contemporary issues such as the preservation of ecological diversity, sustainable agriculture, and the preservation of traditional culture will be considered. Includes travel to Costa Rica for 2 weeks.
Prerequisites: BIO 2020 with a minimum grade of C-; or instructor permission.
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BIO 3400 - Vertebrate Biology Hours: 4
Survey of vertebrate diversity in an evolutionary framework. The lecture and 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.
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BIO 3420 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Hours: 4
Examination of vertebrate structures in an evolutionary framework facilitating an understanding of how these structures function within living animals. 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.
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BIO 3440 - Animal Systems Physiology - Writing Intensive Hours: 4
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.
Prerequisites: BIO 2030 or BMB 4500 with a minimum grade of C-, or permission of instructor.
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BIO 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 0.5-4
Opportunity to engage in independent research on a biology topic of choice under the direction of a Biology and Earth Sciences Department faculty member.
Notes: The course is repeatable.
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BIO 3910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-3
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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BIO 3920 - Bioinformatics Hours: 3
The interdisciplinary field of merging computer information science with biological systems. Students will learn bioinformatics theory and applications through hands-on analyses. Topics will include genomics, proteomics, gene expression and computer modeling of biological structures.
Notes: Cross-listed with BMB 3920.
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BIO 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-16
Internships at organizations and companies external to Otterbein in biological or health 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, and their external supervisor.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chairperson required.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 16 hrs.
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BIO 4950 - Senior Thesis Research Hours: 1-3
Independent research on a major senior research project in the biological sciences.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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BIO 4998 - Senior Seminar - Writing Intensive Hours: 1
Completion of an undergraduate research thesis. All students will present their results at the end of the year research symposium. Includes guest speakers who will discuss their own research. Students will critique the science being presented.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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BMB 1300 - Biochemistry is a Piece of Cake Hours: 3
Introductory knowledge of biochemistry through everyday examples found in cooking. Topics include structures of commonly seen compounds found in food including food additives and proteins, effects of temperature on compounds, and reactions seen in cooking. Preparing recipes that highlight each topic.
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BMB 1910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 4
Experimental course topics. This course is repeatable.
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BMB 2650 - Introduction to Biochemistry Laboratory Techniques Hours: 1
Introduction to the analysis of biological molecules and macromolecular processes. Provides 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 2910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 4
Experiemental course topics. This course is repeatable.
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BMB 3900 - Independent Study Hours: .5-4
An opportunity to engage in independent study in an area not otherwise available.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. This course is repeatable.
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BMB 3910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 4
Experiemental course topics. This course is repeatable.
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BMB 3920 - Bioinformatics Hours: 3
The interdisciplinary field of merging computer information science with biological systems. Students will learn bioinformatics theory and applications through hands-on analyses. Topics will include genomics, proteomics, gene expression and computer modeling of biological structures.
Notes: Cross-listed with BIO 3920.
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BMB 4000 - Seminar Hours: 1
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.
Repeatable a maximum of 2 times.
Notes: Enrollment in both semesters in the senior year required.
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BMB 4010 - Seminar Hours: 1
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BMB 4020 - Seminar Hours: 1
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BMB 4500 - Biochemistry I: Biomolecules and Metabolism Hours: 3
The first 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 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 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-3
Internship.
Notes: This course is non-repeatable.
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BMB 4910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 4
Experiemental course topics. This course is repeatable.
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BMB 4990 - Research Hours: 4
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 2100 - Business Communications Hours: 3
Comprehensive view of communication importance in business and the role of communication in establishing a favorable outside the firm environment, as well as an effective internal communications program. The various types of business communication media are covered, including written, oral, and formal presentation skills. This course also develops an awareness of the importance of succinct written expression to modern business communication.
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BUS 3500 - Legal Environment of Business Hours: 3
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 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-3
Intensive independent study on a marketing topic of choice under the direction of a business faculty member.
Prerequisites: Completion of most core business courses and Jr or Sr standing, or permission of instructor.
This course is repeatable.
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BUS 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-3
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.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chairperson required.
This course is repeatable.
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BUS 4950 - Business Practicum Hours: 1-3
Application of the business curriculum’s topics through hands-on experience. Focused on selected practices in business analytics and online business. Includes preparation for a business analytics toolkit (e.g., SPSS) certificate, or digital marketing certificates (e.g., Google Adwords, Google Analytics, HubSpot). Topics may include: business statistics software applications; SEO and search; social media; online community management, and E-commerce conversion rate optimization.
FA, SP Sems.
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BUS 5100 - Business Essentials Hours: 3
Designed for non-business majors. Provides 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. Develops an understanding of the basic rudiments of business and the general components that impact business decision making.
Prerequisites: Non-business majors only; junior or senior standing, or permission of instructor.
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CHEM 1100 - Survey of General Chemistry Hours: 3
General chemistry topics including atoms, energy, bonding, reactions, states of matter, stoichiometric calculations, and nuclear reactions. FA, SP Sems.
Prerequisites: MATH 0900 or placement at MATH 1200-level or above. 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.
FA, SP Sem.
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 - Chemistry, Drugs, and the Body Hours: 3
The biochemical basis of disease and current pharmaceutical treatments for these disorders. Material covered includes organic functional groups and basic organic reactions relevant to biochemistry as well as metabolism, biomolecules, and the chemistry of biological processes. The impact of organic and biological chemistry in the medical community and society as a whole.
SP Sem.
Notes: Cross-listed with INST 2411.
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CHEM 1400 - General Chemistry I Hours: 3
The first in a two course sequence to introduce basic concepts of chemistry to students majoring in science. Emphasis on problem solving and developing scientific thought processes. Topics include the properties of matter, atomic theory, periodicity, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, aqueous and redox chemistry, thermodynamics and gases.
FA, SP Sem.
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
Reinforcement of concepts from CHEM 1400 lecture and development of experimental skills using both laboratory and computer-based experiments. Quantitative and synthetic experiments are included.
FA, SP Sems.
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
A continuation of CHEM 1400. Topics include: intermolecular forces, properties of solutions, kinetics, acid-base and reaction equilibria and electrochemistry.
FA, SP Sems.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1400 with a grade of C- or better.
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CHEM 1510 - General Chemistry II Laboratory Hours: 1
A continuation of CHEM 1410. Includes a range of experiments on intermolecular forces, kinetics, equilibrium studies, and qualitative analysis.
FA, SP Sem.
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
Introduction to the basic concepts of chemistry for students majoring in engineering. Emphasis on problem solving and developing scientific thought processes. Topics include: 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.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: ENGR 1000
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CHEM 1710 - Engineering Chemistry Laboratory Hours: 1
Reinforcement of concepts from lecture and develop experimental skills using both laboratory and computer-based experiments. Quantitative and synthetic experiments are included with an emphasis on report writing.
SP Sem.
Corequisites: CHEM 1700 (must be taken at Otterbein University)
Notes: This course has an additional fee
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CHEM 1910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 4
Experiemental course topics. This course is repeatable.
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CHEM 1950 - Introduction to Research Hours: 1
Various subfields of Chemistry and the research projects ongoing in the Otterbein Chemistry Department. Introduction to researching primary literature and using library resources. Topics such as research ethics, internships, and summer research opportunities for undergraduates are also covered.
SP Sem.
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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, alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alcohols, and ethers.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1500 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.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1510. 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
A continuation of CHEM 2400 with introduction of additional topics, including: aromaticity and conjugated compounds, carbonyl compounds and their condensation reactions, carboxylic acid derivatives, amines, polymers, and catalytic reactions.
SP Sem.
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 with instruction of additional topics, including: instrumental methods of organic structural determination, including IR, GC/MS, and NMR.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2410. Corequisites: CHEM 2500 (must be taken at Otterbein University).
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 3100 - Analytical Chemistry Hours: 3
A cornerstone for developing skills in scientific measurement, analysis, and report writing, designed to train students in quantitative skills, quality control issues, and statistical data analysis. Basic skills in volumetric titrations, spectrophotometric analyses, and modern instrumental analysis techniques are taught.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1500 and 1510 (or CHEM 1800 and 1810). Corequisites: CHEM 3110.
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CHEM 3110 - Analytical Chemistry Lab - Writing Intensive Hours: 1
Reinforcement of concepts from lecture and development of experimental skills using classical and modern methods of chemical analysis. Quantitative experiments are included with emphasis on report writing.
FA Sem.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 3200 - 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.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1500 and 1510.
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CHEM 3210 - Inorganic Chemistry Lab - Writing Intensive Hours: 1
Synthesis and characterization of organometallic, coordination, bioinorganic and solid state compounds. Includes inert atmosphere techniques, vibrational spectroscopy, NMR spectroscopy, and X-ray diffraction methods.
SP Sem.
Corequisites: CHEM 3200 (must be taken at Otterbein University).
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
Overview of several key physical chemistry concepts for both Chemistry and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 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.
FA, SP Sem in even years.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2500, MATH 1800, and PHYS 1300 or 1500.
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CHEM 3410 - Physical Chemistry I Lab - Writing Intensive 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.
FA Sem in odd years, SP Sem in even years.
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
The second course 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.
SP Sem, every other year, odd years.
Prerequisites: CHEM 3400, MATH 1800, and PHYS 1400 or PHYS 1600.
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CHEM 3800 - Instrumental Analysis Hours: 4
The theory and applications of modern chemical instrumentation, including atomic and molecular spectroscopic, electroanalytical, separation, and mass spectrometric methods in a combined lecture/laboratory format.
SP Sem, every other year, even years.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2800. Corequisites: CHEM 3810.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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CHEM 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-16
Exploration of an advanced topic in Chemistry with the guidance of a faculty member.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2510 or 3410.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 16 credits.
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