May 15, 2024  
2021-2022 Graduate Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Art History

  
  • ARTH 6930 - Italian Renaissance Art: 1300-1500


    3

    Significant artists and art theories of Renaissance Italy.
  
  • ARTH 6935 - Italian Baroque Art: 1600-1700


    3

    Significant artists and art theories of Baroque Italy.
  
  • ARTH 6940 - Twentieth-Century Modern Art: 1900-1950


    3

    European and North American art from first half of twentieth century.
  
  • ARTH 6942 - Twentieth-Century Modern Art: 1950-2000


    3

    European and North American art from second half of twentieth century.
  
  • ARTH 6944 - Studies in Contemporary Art: Post 1960s


    3 Formerly ART 5981

    Critical look at art since the 1960s that deals with the political economy of representation.
  
  • ARTH 6946 - Studies in Contemporary Art: Post 1980s


    3

    Critical look at art since the 1980s that has been engaged in a representation of a political economy.
  
  • ARTH 6948 - Art in the United States


    3

    Visual culture in the US from the colonial times to the present.
  
  • ARTH 6951 - History of Architecture


    3

    Architectural history in the West from prehistory to 21st century.
  
  • ARTH 6952 - Byzantine Art and Architecture


    3

    Art and architecture of the Byzantine Empire (ca. 300-1500) and artistic realms of its cultural influence (Armenia, Bulgaria, Georgia, Italy, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Turkey, and the United States).
  
  • ARTH 6960 - Art and Power in Mesoamerica


    3 Formerly ART 6918

    Chronological survey of major Mesoamerican cultures and how visual arts they produced reflect aspects of religious and political power.
  
  • ARTH 6961 - Native North American Art and Ritual


    3 Formerly ART 6919

    Overview of major native North American cultures and how visual arts created by native artists were part of their ritual, religious, and everyday lives. Covers cultural changes attributed to European impact.
  
  • ARTH 6970 - History of Nineteenth- and Twentieth-Century Design


    3 Formerly ART 6911

    Major artists and movements in history of textile, ceramic, metal, wood, and graphic design.
  
  • ARTH 6980 - Ceramic History of North Carolina and the Southeastern United States


    3 Formerly ART 6917

    NC ceramics from colonial times to present.

Athletic Training Education Program

  
  • ATEP 6001 - Essential Skills in Athletic Training


    1

    One 2-hour lab per week. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program. Practical clinical skills associated with fundamental principles of athletic training.
  
  • ATEP 6030 - Research Methods: A Framework for Evidence-Based Medicine


    3

    P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program. Examination of research methods used in evidence-based medicine. Critical analysis of evidence-based medicine research as it applies to clinical practice.
  
  • ATEP 6180 - Clinical Experience in Emergency Management


    3

    2 lecture hours per week and a minimum of 200 preceptor-supervised clinical hours per semester. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program. Practical application of emergency management techniques.
  
  • ATEP 6210 - Orthopedic Evaluation of the Trunk and Upper Extremity


    3

    P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; C: ATEP 6211 . In-depth study of pathomechanics or sports-related injury to trunk and upper extremity.
  
  • ATEP 6211 - Orthopedic Evaluation of the Upper Extremity Lab


    1

    1 2-hour lab per week. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; C: ATEP 6210 . Practical application of assessment and disposition of injuries to the upper extremity.
  
  • ATEP 6270 - Pathology and General Medicine


    3

    P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; C: ATEP 6271 . General pathology associated with medical conditions. Systemic approach to common medical disorders.
  
  • ATEP 6271 - Clinical Skills in Health Assessment


    1

    1 2-hour lab per week. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; C: ATEP 6270 . Simulation of clinical skills used to determine health status.
  
  • ATEP 6280 - Clinical Integration I


    3

    2 lecture hours per week and a minimum of 200 preceptor-supervised clinical hours per semester. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program. Integrates athletic training knowledge and skills in a practical setting.
  
  • ATEP 6310 - Orthopedic Evaluation of the Lower Extremity


    3

    P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; C: ATEP 6311 . In-depth study of pathomechanics of sports-related injury to lower extremity.
  
  • ATEP 6311 - Orthopedic Evaluation of the Lower Extremity Lab


    1

    1 2-hour lab per week. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; C: ATEP 6310 . Practical application of assessment and disposition of injuries to the lower extremity.
  
  • ATEP 6340 - Restoring Function and Optimizing Performance


    3

    P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; C: ATEP 6341 . Principles of therapeutic exercise to treat musculoskeletal injuries and enhance sport performance.
  
  • ATEP 6341 - Restoring Function and Optimizing Performance Lab


    1

    One 2-hour lab per week. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; C: ATEP 6340 . Practical application of therapeutic exercise to treat musculoskeletal injuries and enhance sport performance.
  
  • ATEP 6360 - Concepts of Pharmacology


    3

    P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program. General concepts of therapeutic drug classifications, indications, contraindications, regulations, and drug testing.
  
  • ATEP 6380 - Clinical Experience in Medicine


    2

    2 lecture hours per week and a minimum of 75 preceptor-supervised clinical hours per semester. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program. Clinical assignments in clinical medical settings with non-sport populations.
  
  • ATEP 6400 - Applied Leadership and Management in Athletic Training


    3

    P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program. Principles of applied leadership and athletic training service management.
  
  • ATEP 6450 - Therapeutic Modalities


    3

    P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; C: ATEP 6451 . In-depth study of theory and application of therapeutic modalities in relation to the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries.
  
  • ATEP 6451 - Therapeutic Modalities Lab


    1

    One 2-hour lab per week. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; C: ATEP 6450 . Clinical application of therapeutic modalities in relation to the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries.
  
  • ATEP 6480 - Clinical Experience in Medical Readiness for Sport


    2

    1 lecture hour per week and a minimum of 100 preceptor-supervised clinical hours per semester. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program. Immersive clinical rotation allowing student to experience the totality of care provided by athletic trainers in a preseason setting.
  
  • ATEP 6540 - Therapeutic Interventions


    3

    P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; C: ATEP 6541 . In-depth study of theory, evidence, and application of surgical and nonsurgical therapeutic treatments for musculoskeletal injuries.
  
  • ATEP 6541 - Therapeutic Interventions Lab


    1

    1 2-hour lab per week. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; C: ATEP 6540 . Practical application of therapeutic rehabilitation techniques and strategies for musculoskeletal injuries.
  
  • ATEP 6550 - Transition to Professional Clinical Practice


    1

    P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program. Current issues in athletic training clinical practice for the entry-level professional.
  
  • ATEP 6580 - Clinical Experience in an Equipment Intensive Sport


    3

    1 lecture hour per week and a minimum of 250 preceptor-supervised clinical hours. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program. Practical experience with sports requiring helmets and shoulder pads.
  
  • ATEP 6680 - Clinical Integration II


    3

    2 lecture hour per week and a minimum of 200 preceptor-supervised clinical hours. P: Current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program.  Integration of knowledge and skills as a culminating clinical experience in athletic training.
  
  • ATEP 6700 - Capstone Project


    3

    P: Permission from program director; current enrollment in the master of science in athletic training program; ATEP 6030 . Development and completion of a scholarly-focused culminating project relevant to athletic training. Content determined between student and instructor.
  
  • ATEP 7000 - Thesis


    1-6

    To be repeated for a maximum of 6 s.h. P: Current enrollment in MS in athletic training and consent of chair.

Athletic Training Education Program Banked Courses

  
  • ATEP 6020 - Research Methods in Sports Medicine


    3

    P: Current enrollment in MS in athletic training or permission of instructor. Development and interpretation of quantitative research theory, design, and statistical analyses for the sports medicine professional.
  
  • ATEP 6320 - Applied Anatomy in Sports Medicine


    4

    P: Current enrollment in MS in athletic training or consent of instructor. Integration of human musculoskeletal and neural anatomy with athletic-related movements and pathological function associated with athletic trauma.

Biochemistry

  
  • BIOC 7300 - Medical Biochemistry


    6

    P: General chemistry; organic chemistry; general biology; calculus; consent of chair. Emphasis on human biochemistry in chemistry and function of enzymes and other proteins; mechanisms of energy transduction; metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, and proteins; biochemistry of gene and gene expression; tissues and organ metabolism; regulation of metabolism; biochemical aspects of nutrition; and metabolism of abnormal cells.
  
  • BIOC 7301 - Biochemistry I


    4

    P: General chemistry; organic chemistry; admission to a BSOM graduate program or consent of chair. Explores relationship of structure, chemical, and physical properties of biomolecules to their biological function. Includes introduction to intermediary metabolism and role of thermodynamics and kinetics in biological systems.
  
  • BIOC 7310 - Molecular Biochemistry


    3

    P: Admission to a BSOM graduate program or consent of chair. Replication, translation, and expression of genetic information and its regulation.
  
  • BIOC 7330 - Introduction to Research


    1-6

    May be repeated. May count a maximum of 12 s.h. P: Admission to a BSOM graduate program or consent of instructor. Assignment to faculty preceptor. May work with more than one preceptor. Design experimental protocols and collaborate in some aspect of the preceptor’s research program.
  
  • BIOC 7335 - Seminar in Biochemistry


    1

    Registration for fall and spring semesters required. P: Admission to a BSOM graduate program or consent of chair. Formal seminars and student critiques of current literature in biochemistry, concentrating on one topic each semester.
  
  • BIOC 7345 - Cell Motility


    2

    P: General chemistry, organic chemistry, general biology, and general physics; or consent of instructor. Multidisciplinary exploration of mechanism, structure, and function of motile systems essential for eukaryotic life.
  
  • BIOC 7355 - Current Topics


    1-3

    May be repeated with change of topic. P: Admission to a BSOM graduate program or consent of chair. Topics of current importance not covered thoroughly in other courses. Lectures, special reports, or lab work.
  
  • BIOC 7365 - Research Proposal Strategies


    2 Same as ANAT 7365  

    P: ANAT 7240  or BIOC 7330  or consent of chair. Formal instruction, critique and practice in writing a research grant proposal.
  
  • BIOC 8305 - Physical Biochemistry


    2

    P: BIOC 7301; calculus; admission to a BSOM graduate program or consent of chair. Applies thermodynamics and kinetics to biochemical systems.
  
  • BIOC 8320 - Biochemistry II: Regulation of Metabolism


    4 Same as KINE 8320  

    P: BIOC 7301  or KINE 7211  or consent of chair. Regulation and integration of metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and amino acids in humans, with an emphasis on primary research literature.
  
  • BIOC 8333 - Research


    3

    May be repeated. P: Admission to a BSOM graduate program in biochemistry and molecular biology or consent of chair. Design of experimental protocols and participation in preceptor’s research program.
  
  • BIOC 8336 - Research


    6

    May be repeated. P: Admission to a BSOM graduate program in biochemistry and molecular biology or consent of chair. Design of experimental protocols and participation in preceptor’s research program.
  
  • BIOC 9000 - Dissertation Research


    3-12

    May be repeated. May count for a maximum of 36 s.h. This course is graded S or U and is not included in meeting the cumulative B average required for graduation.
  
  • BIOC 9001 - Dissertation: Summer Research


    1

    May be repeated. No credit may count toward degree. Students conducting dissertation research may only register for this course during the summer.

Biology

  
  • BIOL 5150 - Herpetology


    4

    3 lectures per week. P: 8 s.h. in BIOL. Taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, distribution, phylogeny, natural history, and ecology of reptiles and amphibians of the world. Emphasis on species of NC and Atlantic Coastal Plain.
  
  • BIOL 5151 - Herpetology Laboratory


    0

    1 3-hour lab per week. P: 8 s.h. in BIOL. Taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, distribution, phylogeny, natural history, and ecology of reptiles and amphibians of the world. Emphasis on species of NC and Atlantic Coastal Plain.
  
  • BIOL 5220 - Limnology


    4

    3 lectures per week. P: BIOL 2250, 2251; or consent of instructor. Physical, chemical, and biological factors of inland waters and their influence on aquatic organisms.
  
  • BIOL 5221 - Limnology Laboratory


    0

    1 3-hour lab per week. P: BIOL 2250, 2251; or consent of instructor. Physical, chemical, and biological factors of inland waters and their influence on aquatic organisms.
  
  • BIOL 5230 - Biology of Algae


    3

    3 lecture hours per week. P: BIOL 1100, 1101 (or equivalent) or consent of instructor. Surveys physiology, ecology evolution, and importance to society of organisms commonly referred to as algae.
  
  • BIOL 5231 - Biology of Algae Laboratory


    1

    1 3-hour lab per week. C: BIOL 5230  or consent of instructor. Surveys algal form and function, combined with a group project that uses molecular biotechnology to study some aspect of algal biology.
  
  • BIOL 5270 - Marine Community Ecology


    3

    P: BIOL 2250 or consent of instructor. Advanced examination of ecology of marine and brackish water communities based on principles of population biology and community ecology. Emphasis on current hypotheses concerning the processes structuring major communities.
  
  • BIOL 5450 - Histology


    4

    2 lectures per week. P: 4 BIOL courses. Organization of cells, tissues, and organs at microscopic level.
  
  • BIOL 5451 - Histology Laboratory


    0

    2 2-hour labs per week. P: 4 BIOL courses. Organization of cells, tissues, and organs at microscopic level.
  
  • BIOL 5480 - Cytology


    2

    2 lectures per week. P: BIOL 1100, 2300, 3310. Function and structural components of eukaryotic cells.
  
  • BIOL 5481 - Cytology Laboratory


    2

    2 2-hour labs per week. P: BIOL 1100, 2300, 3310. Function and structural components of eukaryotic cells.
  
  • BIOL 5510 - Transmission Electron Microscopy


    4

    2 lecture hours per week. P: For undergraduate students: Senior standing as BIOL major or consent of instructor. Introduces theory, design, and use of transmission electron microscope and to preparation of biological materials for its use.
  
  • BIOL 5511 - Transmission Electron Microscopy Laboratory


    0

    6 lab hours per week. P: For undergraduate students: Senior standing as BIOL major or consent of instructor. Introduces theory, design, and use of transmission electron microscope and to preparation of biological materials for its use.
  
  • BIOL 5520 - Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-Ray Analysis


    2

    1 lecture hour per week. P: For undergraduate students: Senior standing as a BIOL major or consent of instructor. Introduction to theory and techniques of scanning electron microscopy and X-Ray analysis and preparation of materials for both.
  
  • BIOL 5521 - Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-Ray Analysis Laboratory


    0

    4 lab hours per week. P: For undergraduate students: Senior standing as a BIOL major or consent of instructor. Introduction to theory and techniques of scanning electron microscopy and X-Ray analysis and preparation of materials for both.
  
  • BIOL 5550 - Ichthyology


    4

    2 lectures per week. Evolution and biology of major fish groups of the world. Emphasis on NC species.
  
  • BIOL 5551 - Ichthyology Laboratory


    0

    2 3-hour labs per week. Evolution and biology of major fish groups of the world. Emphasis on NC species.
  
  • BIOL 5600 - Fisheries Techniques


    3

    2 lectures per week. For biology majors interested in marine biology. Field trips and field studies are integral. P: BIOL 2250, 2251; or equivalent. Practical training in field and lab experimental methods in fisheries techniques.
  
  • BIOL 5601 - Fisheries Techniques Laboratory


    0

    1 3-hour lab or field excursion per week. For biology majors interested in marine biology. Field trips and field studies are integral. P: BIOL 2250, 2251; or equivalent. Practical training in field and lab experimental methods in fisheries techniques.
  
  • BIOL 5630 - Comparative Animal Physiology


    4

    3 lectures per week. P: 2 BIOL and 2 organic CHEM courses. Principles of function of organ systems of major groups of animals. Nutrition, digestion, respiration, skin and temperature control, blood and circulatory systems, excretion, the muscular-skeletal system, nervous coordination, and endocrine system.
  
  • BIOL 5631 - Comparative Animal Physiology Laboratory


    0

    1 3-hour lab per week. P: 2 BIOL and 2 organic CHEM courses. Principles of function of organ systems of major groups of animals. Nutrition, digestion, respiration, skin and temperature control, blood and circulatory systems, excretion, the muscular-skeletal system, nervous coordination, and endocrine system.
  
  • BIOL 5640 - Entomology


    4

    3 lectures per week. P: 12 s.h. BIOL. General anatomy, physiology, ecology, and classification of insects.
  
  • BIOL 5641 - Entomology Laboratory


    0

    1 3-hour lab per week. P: 12 s.h. BIOL. General anatomy, physiology, ecology, and classification of insects.
  
  • BIOL 5680 - Current Topics in Coastal Biology


    3

    P: Consent of instructor. Seminar on environmental issues in coastal biology presented by directed reading, lecture, and discussion.
  
  • BIOL 5800 - Principles of Biochemistry I


    3

    3 lecture hours per week. P: BIOL 3310, 3311; or consent of instructor; CHEM 2760, 2763. Intermediary metabolism, metabolic processes, and metabolic regulation of major groups of compounds in living cells.
  
  • BIOL 5870 - Molecular Biology of the Gene


    3

    P: BIOL 2300. Genetics of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms at molecular level. Structure and function of nucleic acids; replication, recombination, and repair; control of gene expression; and other related topics.
  
  • BIOL 5890 - Virology


    3

    P: BIOL 2100, 2101; or 5870; 3220, 3221. Plant, animal, and bacterial viruses. Emphasis on distinctive features of viruses as related to parasitism, disease, and basic research.
  
  • BIOL 5900 - Biotechniques


    2

    2 1-hour lectures. P: BIOL 2100, 2101, BIOL 5870 ; consent of instructor; RP: BIOL 4890, BIOL 4891. Theory and practice of modern genetic engineering technology. Topics include DNA purification, electrophoresis, restriction mapping, use of DNA modifying enzymes, basic cloning in plasmid vectors, and strain construction by conjugation and transduction.
  
  • BIOL 5901 - Biotechniques Laboratory


    3

    2 4-hour labs per week. P: BIOL 2100, 2101, BIOL 5870 ; consent of instructor; RP: BIOL 4890, BIOL 4891; C: BIOL 5900. Theory and practice of modern genetic engineering technology. Topics include DNA purification, electrophoresis, restriction mapping, use of DNA modifying enzymes, basic cloning in plasmid vectors, and strain construction by conjugation and transduction.
  
  • BIOL 5930 - Microcomputer Applications in Molecular Biology


    2

    1 lecture per week. P: BIOL 3310, 3311; or BIOL 4890, 4891; or BIOL 5870. Techniques for analysis of biological characteristics of nucleic acid and protein molecules using BASIC with microcomputers.
  
  • BIOL 5931 - Microcomputer Applications in Molecular Biology Laboratory


    0

    1 3-hour lab per week. P: BIOL 3310, BIOL 3311; or BIOL 4890, BIOL 4891; or BIOL 5870. Techniques for analysis of biological characteristics of nucleic acid and protein molecules using BASIC with microcomputers.
  
  • BIOL 5950 - Taxonomy of Vascular Plants


    4

    1 2-hour lecture per week. P: 12 s.h. BIOL or consent of instructor; Recommended BIOL 2250, BIOL 2251. Plant importance, identification, classification, and evolution as well as how plants interact with living and nonliving environments. Field experiences emphasize major communities and dominant floral elements of coastal NC.
  
  • BIOL 5951 - Taxonomy of Vascular Plants Laboratory


    0

    1 4-hour lab per week. P: 12 s.h. BIOL or consent of instructor; Recommended BIOL 2250, BIOL 2251. Plant importance, identification, classification, and evolution as well as how plants interact with living and nonliving environments. Field experiences emphasize major communities and dominant floral elements of coastal NC.
  
  • BIOL 5995 - Internship


    1

    3 hours per week. May be repeated once for a maximum of 2 s.h. P: Consent of instructor. Lab experiences under direct supervision of a member of biology faculty.
  
  • BIOL 6003 - Seminar


    1

    Student, staff, and guest speakers on current research.
  
  • BIOL 6030 - Topics in Cell Biology


    3

    P: Consent of instructor. Some combination of current work in bioenergetics, membrane biology, immunobiology, cell/organelle differentiation, and functions of specialized cells. Other topics not routinely considered in undergraduate courses will be reviewed also. Content varies with instructor interests.
  
  • BIOL 6040 - Animal Behavior


    4

    3 lectures per week. P: Consent of instructor. Presentation of historical development of animal behavior as field of study through directed reading, discussion, and practical experience. Presentation of some current principles and experimental approaches to animal behavior.
  
  • BIOL 6041 - Animal Behavior Laboratory


    0

    1 3-hour lab per week. P: Consent of instructor. Presentation of historical development of animal behavior as field of study through directed reading, discussion, and practical experience. Presentation of some current principles and experimental approaches to animal behavior.
  
  • BIOL 6071 - Human Gross Anatomy


    4

    P: Consent of instructor. Dissection-based regional study of human cadaver.
  
  • BIOL 6082 - Fundamentals of Vertebrate Endocrinology


    3

    3 lectures per week. P: BIOL 3310, 3311; or 3320, 3321; or equivalent; C: for BIOL 6083 : BIOL 6082. Neurosecretions and endocrine glands. Emphasis on evolution, development, morphology, and physiology of endocrine system. Hormone biosynthesis and mechanisms of action.
  
  • BIOL 6083 - Fundamentals of Vertebrate Endocrinology Laboratory


    1

    1 3-hour lab per week. P: BIOL 3310, 3311; or 3320, 3321; or equivalent; C: for 6083: BIOL 6082 . Neurosecretions and endocrine glands. Emphasis on evolution, development, morphology, and physiology of endocrine system. Hormone biosynthesis and mechanisms of action.
  
  • BIOL 6100 - Advances in Molecular Biology


    2

    May be repeated once for credit with consent of instructor. P: BIOL 4890, BIOL 4891; or BIOL 5870; consent of instructor. In-depth focus on problems of current interest in molecular biology and genetic engineering. Topics vary.
  
  • BIOL 6110 - Bioterrorism and Biosecurity


    3

    Detection and identification of and defense against biological warfare agents, including international and domestic security programs.
  
  • BIOL 6120 - Advances in Molecular Biology


    2

    May be repeated once for credit with consent of instructor. P: BIOL 4890, 4891; or BIOL 5870; consent of instructor. In-depth focus on problems of current interest in molecular biology and genetic engineering. Topics vary.
  
  • BIOL 6130 - Advances in Developmental Biology


    2

    P: Consent of instructor. Recent advances in animal and plant development. Specific discussion includes gene regulation, embryonic induction, hormone action, cell movement, cell growth, photoperiodism, etc., in relation to differentiation.
  
  • BIOL 6200 - Mechanisms of Genetic Recombination


    2

    P: BIOL 3220, 3221; or BIOL 5870 ; consent of instructor. Aspects of genetic recombination, including general and site specific recombination, gene mapping methods, DNA and RNA sequence rearrangements, and transposable genetic elements. Emphasis on current developments in growing field.
 

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