The departments in the College of Science, Engineering and Technology have a proud history of preparing students for careers in biology, chemistry, geosciences, mathematics, statistics, industrial technology, engineering technology, telecommunications, graphic communications, engineering and physics. The programs of the College are exceptionally strong because of our talented, dedicated, student-oriented faculty.

Graduate degrees offered by the College of Science, Engineering and Technology are Master of Arts in geoscience and mathematics; Master of Science in biology, chemistry, management of technology, geosciences, mathematics and water science; and Master of Arts in Teaching in mathematics. The college also offers courses in support of the Master of Arts in Education.

The college's faculty are recognized scholars whose state-of-the-art interdisciplinary research is funded by agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation, Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy. Like some of the finest liberal arts colleges in the country, we use our research program to enhance the learning environment for our undergraduate and graduate students. It is our belief that students learn science, mathematics, engineering, and technology best by doing REAL work in these areas. To this end, some Murray State students have the opportunity to work side-by-side with faculty trying to solve some of the most interesting questions facing the scientific community today. Our students, both undergraduate and graduate, have published the results of their research in national journals and presented their work at regional and national conferences. In other cases, students at Murray State have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience through our co-op program. These kinds of experiences give our graduates the edge they need when applying for graduate school, professional school or, when entering the job market.

Murray State's designation as a Commonwealth Center of Excellence for Reservoir Research and the Program of Distinction in Telecommunication Systems Management adds to our distinctiveness both in the state and in the national and international academic communities.

There is little question that our academic program is different from those you will find at many universities. It is because of this difference that the College of Science, Engineering and Technology received a $1.5 million award from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, identifying our pre-medical program as one of the premier programs in the country. The Hughes award is one of the most sought after recognitions of academic excellence presented in the academic community today.

Our faculty are here to assist all our students, providing extra challenge or extra help as needed. The College's legacy of offering the very best in undergraduate and graduate instruction continues
to be our top priority. Our faculty continuously review and revise our curricula to help ensure that our programs are preparing all our students for today and tomorrow's careers.

Associate degree programs in the college are closely related to the Kentucky Tech Prep education initiative. Graduates and transfer students from technical, community and junior colleges are invited to continue their education in our upper-division baccalaureate degree programs.

Programs and Facilities

Program of Distinction in Telecommunication Systems Management. The telecommunications field, which incorporates systems and networks of leading-edge technologies such as fiber optic systems, satellites, wireless, telephony and cable, is rapidly changing and growing. The changes taking place in this field are dramatically influencing how individuals and institutions communicate and how they conduct business. Technological advances in the telecommunications area have profoundly affected government, retail, finance, health care, education, industry and entertainment sectors. Murray State's exciting new program in telecommunications systems management is helping prepare our graduates to become the leaders in this important emerging field.

Center of Excellence for Reservoir Research. Murray State University hosts one of the five designated Centers of Excellence in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. With funding support from agencies like the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, Environmental Protection Agency, Tennessee Valley Authority and the Kentucky Department for Natural Resources, Murray State's research program in ecosystem sciences is both nationally and internationally recognized.

Three distinct components make up the Center: the Hancock Biological Station (HBS), the Mid-America Remote sensing Center (MARC), and the Chemical Analysis Laboratory (CAL). The Center's primary research focus is long-term reservoir studies, principally on Kentucky and Barkley lakes. Center expertise is also available for analyzing environmental problems associated with other ecosystems in the region.

The Center for Reservoir Research provides outstanding research opportunities for scientists from around the world to study the region's unique environment. The Center also provides Murray State University undergraduate and graduate students with an opportunity to engage in hands-on research with faculty who are at the vanguard of ecosystem science.

Mid-America Remote sensing Center. Since the late 1970's when Murray State was declared the official NASA Landsat technology transfer agent, the Mid-America Remote sensing Center has distinguished itself as the premier remote sensing/geographic information center for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. MARC associates have educated students from all over the world in applications of space-age technology. In addition, MARC faculty and staff, using state-of-the-art image processing hardware and software, have conducted numerous resource management projects throughout the region for government as well as private sector groups. MARC also serves as a "clearinghouse" for geographically

College of Science, Engineering and Technology
referenceable data bases for the Center of Excellence, with MARC associates coordinating the design and implementation of an interactive automated geographic information system (GIS) for Kentucky Lake and its surrounding environments.

Hancock Biological Station. A year-round research and teaching facility located on beautiful Kentucky Lake, the HBS is one of the finest centers of its kind in the Midwest. HBS acts as the field research focal point for the Center of Excellence for Reservoir Research and for the Ecological Consortium of Mid-America. The facilities, which include both faculty and student housing, are available year-round to all scientists interested in ecosystem research. Hancock Biological Station contains state-of-the-art laboratories for aquatic chemistry, scanning electron microscopy, ecology, wildlife and fisheries. A full-time technical staff operates the facilities. Field-oriented classes at the station attract students from around the nation. A wide variety of formal classes are offered each summer. These may include ecology, ornithology, limnology, field botany, stream ecology, reservoir ecology, scanning electron microscopy and vertebrate ecology. Independent research topics provide opportunities for individualized instruction and close interactions with researchers. Classes are open to undergraduates, graduate students, teachers and others interested in enhancing their knowledge of ecology, ecosystems and the natural environment.

Chemical Analysis Laboratory. The Chemical Analysis Laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation enabling high-quality instruction in environmental analytical chemistry at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The Chemical Analysis Laboratory is a major contributor to the Center of Excellence research through its provision of chemical analyses for environmental chemistry, ecotoxicological, trace element and acid deposition studies. In addition, it offers regional laboratory service for industries, institutions and individuals in west Kentucky, the greater Ohio Valley region and beyond in fulfillment of its regional economic service role.

The College of Science, Engineering and Technology enjoys excellent facilities in the Martha Layne Collins Center, Hugh L. Oakley Applied Science Building, Blackburn Science Building and several off-campus sites. Also, the Commonwealth of Kentucky has approved the construction of a new science complex at Murray State University. The first phase of this exciting new teaching and research facility is the Biological Science building, which opened in fall of 2004.

Pre-Professional Programs
Students planning to pursue the following professions should consult with the appropriate advisor before beginning their studies.
• Dentistry: Dr. Timothy Johnston, Department of Biological Sciences, and Dr. Ricky Cox, Department of Chemistry.
• Engineering: Dr. Stephen Cobb, Professional Engineer, Department of Physics and Engineering; Dr. Mike Kemp, Professional Engineer, Department of Industrial and Engineering Technology.
• Medicine: Dr. Sterling Wright, Department of Biological Sciences; and Dr. Ricky Cox, and Dr. Robert Volp, Department of Chemistry.
• Optometry: Dr. David Canning and Dr. Tom Timmons, Department of Biological Sciences.
• Pharmacy: Dr. Leon Duobinis-Gray, Department of Biological Sciences; Dr. David Owen and Dr. Judy Ratliff, Department of Chemistry.
• Physical Therapy: Dr. Terry Derting and Dr. Claire Fuller, Department of Biological Sciences.

 

Department of Biological Sciences 334 Blackburn Science Building 270-762-2786

Chair: Tom J. Timmons. Faculty: Canning, Derting, Duobinis-Gray, Fuller, Johnston, Kipphut, Kruper, Martin, Nakamura, Saar, Timmons, D. White, S. White, Whiteman, Wright, Zimmerer.

The Department of Biological Sciences offers baccalaureate programs with a major in biology (pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-optometry, pre-physical therapy, molecular biology, fisheries, aquatic biology and secondary certification options available) or an area of concentration in wildlife and conservation biology. These programs are designed to prepare students for professional or graduate work in the life sciences. Curricula provide students with a basic core of science courses plus advanced biology courses in their particular field of interest. The department also offers a two-year, pre-professional program in pharmacy and a minor in biology.

The Department of Biological Sciences has offices, classrooms, laboratories, and research facilities in the newly constructed Biology Building and on the second and third floors of the Blackburn Science Building. The department also has two off-campus resources which are utilized in field-oriented teaching and research programs. One of these, Murphy's Pond, is a 300-acre preserve in Hickman County with one of the few remaining cypress swamps in western Kentucky. The other, Hancock Biological Station, is a modern classroom/laboratory complex located on the western shore of Kentucky Lake 17 miles from the main campus. The station is ideally located in an area of diverse aquatic habitats and is the focal point for the Center of Excellence for Reservoir Research, dedicated to the study of Kentucky and Barkley Reservoirs.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 26.0101

University Studies Requirements¹ 45-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Science and Mathematics:
PHY 130 General Physics I
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory
or
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion
236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Laboratory
MAT 150 Algebra and Trigonometry
or
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
•University Studies Electives:
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Chemistry

Required Courses 41 hrs
BIO 099 Freshman Orientation
BIO 115 The Cellular Basis of Life
BIO 116 Biological Inquiry and Analysis
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function
BIO 222 Botany: Plant Form and Function
BIO 330 Principles of Ecology
BIO 333 Genetics
BIO 499 Senior Biology Seminar
BIO electives: 16 hrs approved by advisor, 300-level or above
[BIO 488 and 489 will not count here²]

Co-Requirements for Biology Major 7-9 hrs
Group 1:
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II

or Group 2:
CHE 210 Brief Organic Chemistry³
CHE 215 Chemistry Laboratory³
CHE 330 Basic Biochemistry

Required Minor⁴ 2-21 hrs

Unrestricted Electives 6-30 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 125 hrs
¹Curriculum satisfies 9-10 hours of science University Studies requirements and ten hours of University Studies electives.
²A maximum of three hours total from BIO 483, 484 and BIO 491, 492, 493, 494 may be used.
³This course does not apply toward the chemistry minor.
⁴Chemistry co-requirements may apply toward the requirements for a minor in chemistry.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 26.0101

University Studies Requirements 47-53 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Science and Mathematics:
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
PHY 130 General Physics I²
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory²

Required Courses 46 hrs
BIO 099 Freshman Orientation
BIO 115 The Cellular Basis of Life
BIO 116 Biological Inquiry and Analysis
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function²
or
BIO 222 Botany: Plant Form and Function
BIO 290 Biomedical Research I
BIO 300 Introductory Microbiology
BIO 321 Cell Biology
BIO 322 Animal Physiology
or
BIO 555 Plant Physiology
BIO 333 Genetics
BIO 388 Biomedical Research II
BIO 389 Biomedical Research III
BIO 438 Biomedical Research IV
BIO 439 Biomedical Research V
BIO 499 Senior Biology Seminar
BIO 533 Molecular Genetics

Co-Requirements for Area 24 hrs
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis²
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 530 Fundamentals of Biochemistry I
CHE 540 Fundamentals of Biochemistry II
PHY 132 General Physics II²
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory²

Restricted Electives 2-8 hrs
Choose from the following:
BIO 320 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
BIO 421 Vertebrate Histology
BIO 501 Immunology
BIO 504 Medical Cell Biology
BIO 521 Cell Biology Laboratory
BIO 528 Neurobiology
BIO 534 Molecular Genetics Laboratory
BIO 597 Topics in Advanced Molecular Biology
CHE 305 Analytical Chemistry
CHE 403 Basic Physical Chemistry
CHE 537 Experimental Biochemistry
PHY 370 Introduction to Modern Physics

Total Curriculum Requirements 125 hrs
¹A freshman must have a math ACT score of 25 or higher to declare a major in Biomedical Sciences. However, any student may apply to the program and must have completed 32 credit hours with a GPA of 3.0, and must have taken BIO 115, 116, CHE 201, 202 and MAT 250 with grades of B or better. Any student wishing to seek this degree (whether declared as a freshman or not) must apply to the Biomedical Sciences committee for admission into the program.
²Required for area if not taken as a University Studies elective.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 26.0101

University Studies Requirements¹ 46-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Science and Mathematics:
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
PHY 130 General Physics I
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory
and
PHY 132 General Physics II
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory
or
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion and
236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Laboratory
and
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light and
256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Laboratory

Required Courses 40 hrs
BIO 099 Freshman Orientation
BIO 115 The Cellular Basis of Life
BIO 116 Biological Inquiry and Analysis
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function
BIO 222 Botany: Plant Form and Function
BIO 300 Introductory Microbiology
BIO 321 Cell Biology
BIO 333 Genetics
BIO 499 Senior Biology Seminar
BIO 533 Molecular Genetics
BIO 534 Molecular Genetics Laboratory
BIO 537 Experimental Biochemistry
BIO 597 Topics in Advanced Molecular Biology

Co-Requirements for Biology/Molecular Biology Option² 31 hrs
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 530 Fundamentals of Biochemistry I
CHE 540 Fundamentals of Biochemistry II
CSC 136 FORTRAN Programming
or
PHY 140 Intro to Computing Applications in Science and Engineering
MAT 560 Statistical Methods

Unrestricted Electives 6-8 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 125 hrs
¹Curriculum satisfies all hours of science University Studies requirements (Section II).
²Chemistry co-requirements may fulfill the requirements for a minor in chemistry.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 26.0101

University Studies Requirements¹ 46-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Science and Mathematics:
MAT 150 Algebra and Trigonometry
or
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
PHY 130 General Physics I
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory
and
PHY 132 General Physics II
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory
or
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion and
236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Laboratory
and
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light and
256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Laboratory
•Social Sciences (recommended):
PSY 180 General Psychology

Required Courses 40 hrs
BIO 099 Freshman Orientation
BIO 115 The Cellular Basis of Life
BIO 116 Biological Inquiry and Analysis
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function
BIO 222 Botany: Plant Form and Function
BIO 321 Cell Biology
BIO 322 Animal Physiology
BIO 333 Genetics
BIO 499 Senior Biology Seminar
BIO electives: 12 hrs approved by advisor 300 level or above
[BIO 488 and 489 will not count here]²

Co-Requirements for Biology Major 19 hrs
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II

Required Minor³ 2-21 hrs

Unrestricted Electives⁴ 0-18 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 125 hrs
¹Curriculum satisfies all hours of science University Studies requirements (Section II).
²A maximum of three hours total from BIO 483, 484 and BIO 491, 492, 493, 494 may be used.
³Chemistry co-requirements may apply toward the requirements for a minor in chemistry.
⁴ENG 204 strongly recommended. Electives other than ENG 204 must be at the 300 level or above.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 26.0101

University Studies Requirements 46-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Science and Mathematics:
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
PHY 130 General Physics I
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory
and
PHY 132 General Physics II
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory
or
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion
236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Laboratory
and
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light
256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Laboratory
•Social Sciences:
PSY 180 General Psychology
•University Studies Electives:
MAT 135 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
CHE 201 General College Chemistry

Required Courses 41 hrs
BIO 099 Freshman Orientation
BIO 115 The Cellular Basis of Life
BIO 116 Biological Inquiry and Analysis
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function
BIO 222 Botany: Plant Form and Function
BIO 300 Introductory Microbiology
BIO 322 Animal Physiology
BIO 333 Genetics
BIO 499 Senior Biology Seminar
BIO electives: 12 hrs approved by advisor 300-level or above
[BIO 488 and 489 will not count here]¹

Co-Requirements for Biology/Pre-Optometry 17 hrs
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 330 Basic Biochemistry
CHE 530 Fundamentals of Biochemistry I

Required Minor² 0 hrs

Unrestricted Electives 14-16 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 120 hrs
¹A maximum of three hours total from BIO 483, 484 and BIO 491, 492, 493, 494 may be used.
²Chemistry co-requirements may apply toward the requirements for a minor in chemistry.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 26.0101

University Studies Requirements¹ 46 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
or
COM 181 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
•Science and Mathematics:
MAT 150 Algebra and Trigonometry
or
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
PHY 130 General Physics I
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory
and
PHY 132 General Physics II
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory
•Social Sciences:
PSY 180 General Psychology
•University Studies Electives:
SOC 133 Introduction to Sociology

Required Courses 44 hrs
BIO 099 Freshman Orientation
BIO 115 The Cellular Basis of Life
BIO 116 Biological Inquiry and Analysis
BIO 120 Scientific Etymology
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function
BIO 222 Botany: Plant Form and Function
BIO 220 Clinical Terminology
BIO 300 Introductory Microbiology
BIO 320 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
BIO 322 Animal Physiology
BIO 333 Genetics
BIO 499 Senior Biology Seminar
BIO electives: 8 hrs approved by advisor, 300 level or above
[BIO 488 and 489 will not count here]²

Co-Requirements for Biology Major
and Pre-Physical Therapy 25-26 hrs
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
EDP 260 Psychology of Human Development
MAT 135 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
or
PSY 300 Principles and Methods of Statistical Analysis

Required Minor³ 2-21 hrs

Unrestricted Electives 0-9 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 125-136 hrs
¹Curriculum satisfies all science University Studies requirements.
²A maximum of three hours total from BIO 483, 484 and BIO 491, 492, 493, 494 may be used.
³Chemistry co-requirements may apply toward the requirements for a minor in chemistry.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 03.0601

University Studies Requirements 44-53 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
•Science and Mathematics:
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
MAT 150 Algebra and Trigonometry
or
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytical Geometry I
PHY 130 General Physics I
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory

Core Courses 41-47 hrs
BIO 099 Freshman Orientation
BIO 115 The Cellular Basis of Life
BIO 116 Biological Inquiry and Analysis
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function
BIO 222 Botany: Plant Form and Function
BIO 330 Principles of Ecology
BIO 333 Genetics
BIO 350 Systematic Botany
or
BIO 553 Field Botany
BIO 499 Senior Biology Seminar
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
MAT 135 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
or
MAT 560 Statistical Methods
and the following two courses:
CHE 210 Brief Organic Chemistry
CHE 215 Organic Chemistry Laboratory
or the following three courses:
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II

Option of Study 35-39 hrs
Choose one of the following four options:

Wildlife Biology¹
BIO 154 Dendrology
BIO 320 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
BIO 380 Wildlife Techniques
BIO 580 Principles of Wildlife Management
BIO 584 Wildlife Policy and Administration
PLN 507 Urban and Regional Land Use Planning

and two of the following:
BIO 572 Herpetology
BIO 573 Ornithology
BIO 574 Mammalogy
Elective (0-1 hrs)
and one of the following:
CSC 136 FORTRAN Programming
CSC 199 Introduction to Information Technology
PHY 140 Introduction to Computing Applications in Science and Engineering
and one of the following:
ENG 204 Advanced Expository Writing
ENG 324 Technical Writing
ENG 325 Professional Technical Writing
ENG 404 Advanced Composition

Conservation Biology
BIO 308 Ethics in Biology
BIO 578 Conservation Biology
BIO 580 Principles of Wildlife Management
and two of the following:
BIO 570 Ichthyology
BIO 572 Herpetology
BIO 573 Ornithology
BIO 574 Mammalogy
and
ECO 230 Principles of Macroeconomics
ECO 231 Principles of Microeconomics
ECO 310 Issues in the Global Economy
GSC 512 Introduction to Remote Sensing
or
GSC 521 Geographic Information Systems
PLN 507 Urban and Regional Land Use Planning
POL 250 Introduction to International Relations
or
POL 252 Contemporary Political Systems
SOC 231 Social Problems²
Elective-300 level or above (1 hr)

Zoological Conservation
BIO 300 Introductory Microbiology
or
BIO 467 General Parasitology
BIO 322 Animal Physiology
BIO 538 Animal Behavior
BIO 578 Conservation Biology
and two of the following:
BIO 570 Ichthyology
BIO 572 Herpetology
BIO 573 Ornithology
BIO 574 Mammalogy
and
AGR 300 Principles of Animal Nutrition
AGR 322 Veterinary Laboratory Principles
AGR 329 Veterinary Hematology and Microbiology
AGR 331 Small Animal Diseases
AGR 332 Animal Nursing and Radiography

Wetlands Conservation
AGR 250 Soil Science
AGR 470 Soil and Water Engineering
BIO 300 Introductory Microbiology
BIO 535 Watershed Ecology
or
BIO 546 Stream Ecology
BIO 548 Wetland Ecology
BIO 586 Limnology
COM 481 Conflict and Communication
ENG 325 Professional Technical Writing
GSC 512 Introduction to Remote Sensing
or
GSC 521 Geographic Information Systems
GSC 560 Hydrogeology

Unrestricted Electives 0-6 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 125-129 hrs
¹Certification available from The Wildlife Society.
²Will count as University Studies Social Sciences elective.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 26.0101

University Studies Requirements¹ 47 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Science and Mathematics:
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
MAT 150 Algebra and Trigonometry
or
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
PHY 130 General Physics I
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory
•University Studies Electives:
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
MAT 135 Introduction to Probability and Statistics

Required Biology Courses 48 hrs
BIO 099 Freshman Orientation
BIO 115 The Cellular Basis of Life
BIO 116 Biological Inquiry and Analysis
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function
BIO 222 Botany: Plant Form and Function
BIO 330 Principles of Ecology
BIO 333 Genetics
BIO 499 Senior Biology Seminar
BIO 586 Limnology²
and 19 hrs selected from the following:
BIO 535 Watershed Ecology
BIO 541 Phycology
BIO 546 Stream Ecology
BIO 547 Aquatic Vascular Plants
BIO 548 Wetland Ecology
BIO 561 Freshwater Invertebrates
BIO 563 Aquatic Entomology
BIO 570 Ichthyology
BIO 582 Fisheries Management
BIO 587 Freshwater Biology
BIO 589 Reservoir Ecology

Co-Requirements for Biology Major 7-9 hrs
and Group 1:
CHE 210 Brief Organic Chemistry³
CHE 215 Brief Organic Chemistry Laboratory³
CHE 330 Basic Biochemistry

or Group 2:
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II

Required Minor⁴ 2-21 hrs

Unrestricted Electives 0-21 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 125 hrs
¹Curriculum satisfies all hours of science University Studies requirements and nine hours of University Studies electives.
²Limnology and some other aquatic classes are only offered as summer Hancock Biological Station courses.
³This course does not apply toward the chemistry minor.
⁴Chemistry co-requirements may apply toward the requirements for a minor in chemistry.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 26.0101

University Studies Requirements¹ 49 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking²
•Science and Mathematics:
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
MAT 150 Algebra and Trigonometry
•Social Sciences:
EDP 260 Psychology of Human Development
•University Studies Electives:
EDU 103 Issues and Practices of American Education²
PHY 130 General Physics I³
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory³

Note: Certification requires a grade of B or better in one English composition course and a C or better in a University Studies math course, public speaking, and EDU 103 or equivalent course. Additional requirements for admission to teacher education and student teaching must be met. See advisor and/or Office of Teacher Education Services for details.

Required Courses 41 hrs
BIO 099 Freshman Orientation
BIO 112 Field Biology
BIO 115 The Cellular Basis of Life
BIO 116 Biological Inquiry and Analysis
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function
BIO 222 Botany: Plant Form and Function
BIO 300 Introductory Microbiology
BIO 320 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
BIO 322 Animal Physiology
BIO 330 Principles of Ecology
BIO 333 Genetics
BIO 499 Senior Biology Seminar

Co-Requirements for Biology Major 11-13 hrs
Chemistry Requirement - Group 1:
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II

or Group 2:
CHE 210 Brief Organic Chemistry⁴
CHE 215 Brief Organic Chemistry Laboratory⁴
CHE 330 Basic Biochemistry

Physics Requirement - Group 1:
PHY 132 General Physics II⁵
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory⁵

Required for Secondary Certification⁶ 29 hrs
COM 372 Communication in Educational Environments
EDU 303 Strategies of Teaching
EDU 403 Structures and Foundations of Education
EDU 405 Evaluation and Measurement in Education
EDU 422 Student Teaching Seminar (optional)
SEC 420 Practicum in Secondary Schools
SEC 421 Student Teaching in the Secondary School
SED 300 Educating Students with Disabilities

Required Minor⁷ 2-21 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 132-151 hrs^7
1Curriculum satisfies 15 hours of science University Studies requirements.
²With a grade of C or better.
³PHY 235 and 236 will also meet this requirement.
⁴This course does not apply toward the chemistry minor.
⁵PHY 255 and 256 will also meet this requirement.
⁶PRAXIS Exam required during last semester before student teaching. Certification requires a grade of B or better in one English composition course and a grade of C or better in a University Studies math course, public speaking, and EDU 103 or equivalent course. Additional requirements for admission to teacher education and student teaching must be met. See advisor and/or Office of Teacher Education Services for details.
⁷Chemistry co-requirements may apply toward the requirements for a minor in chemistry.

Pre-Pharmacy Curriculum¹
Required Courses 58 hrs
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function
BIO 227 Human Anatomy
BIO 228 Human Anatomy Laboratory
BIO 300 Introductory Microbiology
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 325 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
ECO 231 Principles of Microeconomics
ENG 101 Composition
ENG 102 Composition and Research
MAT 135 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
PHY 130 General Physics I
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory
PHY 132 General Physics II
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory
Electives: Social sciences (3 hrs) Cross-cultural³ (3 hrs)
Humanities² (6 hrs) General electives (4 hrs)

Total Curriculum Requirements 74 hrs

¹The above program is based on the current admission requirements of the College of Pharmacy, University of Kentucky. Other colleges of pharmacy will have somewhat different requirements from those listed above. The curriculum can be modified to meet the requirements of most professional programs. Pre-pharmacy students desiring a four year program to receive the B.S. degree should follow the pre-medicine option and include all the courses listed above. The pre-pharmacy advisor should be consulted.
²Must be a two-course series.
³A course focusing on the study of a Third World or non-Western country.

Biology Minor 21 hrs
Complete any two of BIO 115, 116, 221 and 222. Twelve hours of electives 300 level or above (BIO 330 and 333 are highly recommended) A maximum of three hours total from BIO 483, 484, 491, 492, 493, or 494 may be used. Remaining BIO hours should be chosen with advisor's approval. BIO 101, 201, and 499 will not count toward this minor. Six hours must be upper-level (300 and greater) courses completed in residence at Murray State University.

 
 

Department of Chemistry 456 Blackburn Science Building 270-762-2584

Chair: Judy Ratliff. Faculty: Anderson, Cox, Fannin, Loganathan, Masthay, McCreary, Molina, Muscio, Owen, Ratliff, Volp.

The Department of Chemistry is fully certified by the American Chemical Society's Committee on Professional Training. The department offers an area in chemistry or a major with options in teacher certification, forensics, pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy, biochemistry or pre-MBA.

The chemistry area program is designed for students planning careers in engineering, the chemical industry, or for those who plan to pursue graduate study following the baccalaureate degree. Upon completion of this program, graduates are certified as professional chemists. Alumni with the area are well prepared to succeed in nationally recognized Ph.D. programs in chemistry.

The chemistry major program is recommended for students planning careers in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, secondary education, toxicology, or biochemistry.

The department offers a minor in chemistry as well as a Master of Science in Chemistry.

Murray State has a nationally recognized chemistry student organization, the Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society. The Murray State Chapter has continually been recognized as being one of the most outstanding chapters in the nation.

The department is closely aligned with the Chemical Analysis Laboratory (CAL), the Center for Reservoir Research (CRR), and efforts to enhance the biomedical sciences at Murray State University.

An excellent undergraduate research program is maintained that allows students to become involved in research projects during their first semester at MSU or later if they so desire. Students present posters or talks each semester at local and/or national meetings.

Students interested in chemistry, should contact the chair of the Department of Chemistry, Murray State University, 456 Blackburn Science Building, Murray, KY 42071-3346, Phone: (270) 762-2584 Fax: (270) 762-6474. Or visit our website at www.murraystate.edu/chemistry

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 40.0501

NOTE: Requirements for teacher certification are established by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board. Students are cautioned that requirements may change. For current information, student should check with an advisor in the Department of Adolescent, Career and Special Education.

University Studies Requirements 43-48 hrs
(See Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements.)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
•Mathematics and Science:
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry
PHY 130 General Physics I¹ and
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory¹
PHY 132 General Physics II¹ and
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory¹
•Social Sciences:
EDP 260 Psychology of Human Development²
•University Studies Electives:
CSC 199 Introduction to Information Technology^{3, 4}
EDU 103 Issues and Practices of American Education^{2, 3}
Note: Certification requires a grade of B or better in one English composition course and a C or better in a University Studies math course, public speaking, and EDU 103 or equivalent course. Additional requirements for admission to teacher education and student teaching must be met. See advisor and/or Office of Teacher Education Services for details.

Required Courses 34 hrs
CHE 099 Freshman Orientation
CHE 120 Chemical Laboratory Safety
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
CHE 303 Strategies of Teaching Chemistry
CHE 305 Analytical Chemistry
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 403 Basic Physical Chemistry

Required Limited Electives 3 hrs
Select from the following:
CHE 330 Basic Biochemistry
CHE 352 Basic Chemical Instrumentation
CHE 502 Fundamentals of Toxicology
CHE 513 Environmental Chemistry

Secondary Certification Courses 26 hrs
COM 372 Communication in Educational Environments
EDU 403 Structures and Foundations of Education
EDU 405 Evaluation and Measurement in Education
SEC 420 Practicum in Secondary Schools
SEC 421 Student Teaching in the Secondary School
SED 300 Educating Students with Disabilities

Required Minor 21 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 127-132 hrs
¹Students pursuing a Physics minor may substitute PHY 235/236 and 255/256 for PHY 130/131 and 132/133.
²Required for secondary certification if not taken as a University Studies elective.
³With a grade of C or better.
⁴May substitute CSC 136 or PHY 140, but these will not count for University Studies electives.

Chemistry Teaching Specialization
The teaching specialization in chemistry is a path to Secondary Certification in Chemistry, designed to accompany certification in another science content area. (All College of Education secondary certification course requirements must be met.) The teaching specialization in chemistry meets and exceeds Murray State University's requirements for a minor in Chemistry.

Note: Even though this program exceeds Murray State University's requirements for a chemistry minor, in order for a Chemistry Minor to appear on your transcript, a minor must be declared, and all residential and graduation requirements must be met.

Requirements for teacher certification are established by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board. Students are cautioned that changes in these requirements may occur. Therefore, for the most current information, students should check with an advisor in the College of Education.

CHE 120 Chemical Laboratory Safety
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
CHE 305 Analytical Chemistry
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory

Choose one elective from the following:
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 352 Basic Chemical Instrumentation
CHE 330 Basic Biochemistry
CHE 403 Basic Physical Chemistry

Chemistry Teaching Specialization 25 hrs

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 40.0501

University Studies Requirements 43-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements.)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
•Mathematics and Science:
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I¹
PHY 130 General Physics I¹
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory¹
PHY 132 General Physics II¹
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory¹

Required Courses 34 hrs
CHE 099 Freshman Orientation
CHE 201 General College Chemistry¹
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis¹
CHE 305 Analytical Chemistry
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 403 Basic Physical Chemistry²
CSC 232 Visual Basic Programming I³

Required Limited Chemistry Electives⁴ 3 hrs

Required Minor⁵ 21 hrs

Unrestricted Electives 19 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 120-125 hrs
¹Required for major if not taken as a University Studies elective.
²CHE 410 may substitute for CHE 403.
³CSC 136, 145, or PHY 140 may be substituted.
⁴Four hours instead of three are required to complete the major if CHE 410 is taken instead of CHE 403. CHE 489, CHE 495, CHE 530, and CHE 540 are recommended as elective courses.
⁵Biology minor strongly recommended.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 40.0501

ACCREDITED BY:
American Chemical Society

University Studies Requirements 43-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements.)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
•Mathematics and Science:
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I¹
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion¹
PHY 236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Lab¹
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light¹
PHY 256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Lab¹

Required Courses 59 hrs
CHE 099 Freshman Orientation
CHE 201 General College Chemistry¹
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis¹
CHE 305 Analytical Chemistry
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 325 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
CHE 400 Chemical Literature
CHE 410 Physical Chemistry I
CHE 420 Physical Chemistry II
CHE 511 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I
CHE 512 Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
CHE 519 Instrumental Analysis
CHE 530 Fundamentals of Biochemistry I
CSC 232 Visual Basic Programming I²
MAT 308 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II¹
MAT 309 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III¹

Required Limited Electives³ 3 hrs
CHE 489 or CHE 495

Unrestricted Electives 15 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 120-125 hrs
¹Required for area if not taken as a University Studies elective.
²CSC 136, 145, or PHY 140 may be substituted.
³In conjunction with this program it is possible through careful course selection to obtain an M.S. degree with one additional year of study following the awarding of the B.S. degree. Students interested in this M.S. option should contact the graduate coordinator in the department no later than during the junior year.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 40.0501

University Studies Requirements 43-48 hrs
(See Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements.)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
•Mathematics and Science:
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I¹
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion¹
PHY 236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Lab¹
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light¹
PHY 256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Lab¹

Required Courses 46 hrs
CHE 099 Freshman Orientation
CHE 201 General College Chemistry¹
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis¹
CHE 305 Analytical Chemistry
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 410 Physical Chemistry I²
CHE 420 Physical Chemistry II²
CSC 232 Visual Basic Programming I³
MAT 308 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II⁴
MAT 309 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III⁴

Required Limited Electives 3 hrs
CHE 488 Cooperative Education/Internship
CHE 495 Senior Research

Required Minor 21 hrs

Electives^6,7 7 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 120-125 hrs
¹Required for major if not taken as a University Studies elective.
²CHE 403 and three additional hours of limited electives may substitute for CHE 410 and CHE 420.
³CSC 136, 145, or PHY 140 may be substituted.
⁴MAT 250 only is required if CHE 403 is taken.
⁵PHY 130/131 and PHY 132/133 may substitute if CHE 403 is taken.
⁶Fourteen hours if CHE 403 is taken.
⁷At least one three-hour free elective must be chosen from outside Chemistry and may not be counted as a University Studies requirement.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 40.0501

University Studies Requirements 43-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
•Mathematics and Science:
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I¹
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion¹
PHY 236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Lab¹
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light¹
PHY 256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Lab¹

Required Courses 55 hrs
CHE 099 Freshman Orientation
CHE 201 General College Chemistry¹
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis¹
CHE 305 Analytical Chemistry
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 410 Physical Chemistry I²
CHE 420 Physical Chemistry II²
CHE 530 Fundamentals of Biochemistry I
CHE 537 Experimental Biochemistry
CHE 540 Fundamentals of Biochemistry II
CSC 232 Visual Basic Programming I³
MAT 308 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II²
MAT 309 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III²

Required Minor⁵ 24 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 122-127 hrs
¹Required for major if not taken as University Studies electives.
²CHE 403 and five additional hours of limited electives may substitute for CHE 410 and CHE 420. MAT 250 only is required if CHE 403 is taken.
³CSC 136, 145, or PHY 140 may be substituted.
⁴PHY 130/131 and PHY 132/133 may be substituted for these courses but are not recommended.
⁵Biology minor required, including BIO 221, 222, 300, and 333; remaining courses selected from BIO 533, and 534. A biology minor must be declared, and all residential and graduation requirements must be met.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 40.0501

University Studies Requirements 43-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
•Mathematics and Science:
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
PHY 130 General Physics I¹ and
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory¹
PHY 132 General Physics II¹ and
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory¹

Required Courses 34 hrs
CHE 099 Freshman Orientation
CHE 201 General College Chemistry¹
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis¹
CHE 305 Analytical Chemistry
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 403 Basic Physical Chemistry I
CSC 232 Visual Basic Programming I²

Required Limited Electives 9 hrs
CHE 325 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
CHE 330 Basic Biochemistry
CHE 352 Basic Chemical Instrumentation

Criminal Justice Minor 24 hrs

Unrestricted Electives 10 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 120-125 hrs
¹Required for major if not taken as a University Studies elective.
²CSC 145 or PHY 140 may be substituted.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 40.0501

University Studies Requirements 43-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
•Mathematics and Science:
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I²
PHY 130 General Physics I²
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory²
PHY 132 General Physics II²
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory²
•Social Science:
ECO 231 Principles of Microeconomics

Required Courses 45 hrs
CHE 099 Freshman Orientation
CHE 201 General College Chemistry¹
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis¹
CHE 305 Analytical Chemistry
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 325 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
CHE 330 Basic Biochemistry
CHE 403 Basic Physical Chemistry I³
CSC 232 Visual Basic Programming I⁴
MAT 135 Introduction to Probability and Statistics

Biology Minor 21 hrs
Complete any two of BIO 115, 116, 221 and 222. Twelve hours of electives 300 level or above (BIO 330 and 333 are highly recommended) A maximum of three hours total from BIO 483, 484, 491, 492, 493, or 494 may be used. Remaining BIO hours should be chosen with advisor's approval. BIO 101 and 201 will not count toward this minor. Six hours must be upper-level (300 and greater) courses completed in residence at Murray State University.

Unrestricted Electives 11 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 120-125 hrs
¹The above program is based on the current admission requirements of the College of Pharmacy, University of Kentucky. Other colleges of pharmacy will have somewhat different requirements from those listed above. The curriculum can be modified to meet the requirements of most professional programs. The pre-pharmacy advisor should be consulted.
²Required for major if not taken as a University Studies elective.
³CHE 410 may substitute for CHE 403.
⁴CSC 136 or PHY 140 may be substituted.

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts Degree

CIP 40.0501

University Studies Requirements 46-55 hrs
(See Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements.)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
•Mathematics and Science:
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I¹
PHY 130 General Physics I¹
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory¹
PHY 132 General Physics II¹
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory¹
•Social Sciences:
ECO 230 Principles of Macroeconomics²

Required Courses 33 hrs
CHE 099 Freshman Orientation
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
CHE 305 Analytical Chemistry
CHE 310 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
CHE 320 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 325 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
CHE 403 Basic Physical Chemistry
CSC 136 FORTRAN Programming
or
PHY 140 Introduction to Computing Applications in Science and Engineering

Required Business Courses/Minor² 24 hrs
ACC 200 Principles of Financial Accounting
ACC 201 Principles of Managerial Accounting
BPA 355 Information Systems and Decision Making
CIS 443 Business Statistics III
ECO 231 Principles of Microeconomics
FIN 330 Principles of Finance
MGT 350 Fundamentals of Management
MKT 360 Principles of Marketing

Unrestricted Electives 8-17 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 120 hrs
¹Required for major if not taken as a University Studies elective.
²Even though this program exceeds Murray State University's requirements for a business administration minor, for a business administration minor to appear on your transcript, a minor must be declared, and all residential and graduation requirements must be met.

Chemistry Minor 21 hrs
CHE 201, 202 and electives selected from the following chemistry courses: 305, 310, 315, 320, 325, 352, 400, 403, 410, 420, 435, 488, and 330 or 530, but not both. A maximum of three hours may be counted from CHE 488. At least 21 hours is required. Six hours must be 300-level or above courses completed in residence at Murray State University.

Department of Geosciences 104A Wilson Hall 270-762-2591

Chair: Tom Kind. Faculty: Carstens, Cetin, Homsey, Kipphut, Leasure, Naugle, Wesler, Zhang.

An area in geoscience with options in earth science, earth science teacher certification, geoarchaeology, geographic information science, and geology are provided by the department faculty. In addition to the more traditional curricula, geosciences students have access to the Mid-America Remote sensing Center (MARC), a core entity in the Murray State University Center of Excellence for Reservoir Research.

Geosciences majors are encouraged to participate in internships and cooperative education experiences. Graduates have outstanding opportunities for employment as archaeologists, planners, cartographers, professional geologists, remote sensing/GIS professionals, and other mapping science applications in business, government, and education.

Bachelor of Science Degree

CIP 40.0601

University Studies Requirements 43-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

Recommended University Studies selection:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking

Required Courses 47 hrs
ARC 150 Introduction to Archaeology
AST 115 Introductory Astronomy
AST 116 Introductory Astronomy Laboratory
GSC 099 Freshman Orientation
GSC 101 The Earth and the Environment¹
GSC 102 Earth through Time¹
GSC 125 Weather and Climate
GSC 202 Introduction to Geographic Information Sciences
GSC 303 Introduction to Water Science
GSC 305 Map Analysis
GSC 336 Principles of Geomorphology
GSC 339 Field Geology
GSC 507 Land Use Planning
GSC 512 Introduction to Remote Sensing
GSC 521 Geographic Information Systems

Required Limited Electives 3-4 hrs
Select upper-level courses from the list of approved geology electives given under the Option in Geology, below.

Collateral requirement 5 hrs
MAT 150¹ (or above)

Unrestricted Electives 17-22 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 120 hrs
¹Will count towards University Studies Math/Science requirements.

Bachelor of Science Degree

CIP 40.0601

University Studies Requirements 43-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking¹
•Social Sciences:
PSY 180 General Psychology
•University Studies Electives:
CSC 199 Introduction to Information Technology¹
Note: Certification requires a grade of B or better in one English composition course and a C or better in a University Studies math course, public speaking, and EDU 103 or equivalent course. Additional requirements for admission to teacher education and student teaching must be met. See advisor and/or Office of Teacher Education Services for details.

Required Courses 47 hrs
ARC 150 Introduction to Archaeology
AST 115 Introductory Astronomy
AST 116 Introductory Astronomy Laboratory
GSC 099 Freshman Orientation
GSC 101 The Earth and the Environment²
GSC 102 Earth through Time²
GSC 125 Weather and Climate
GSC 202 Introduction to Geographic Information Sciences
GSC 303 Introduction to Water Science
GSC 305 Map Analysis
GSC 336 Principles of Geomorphology
GSC 339 Field Geology
GSC 507 Land Use Planning
GSC 512 Introduction to Remote Sensing
GSC 521 Geographic Information Systems

Required Limited Electives 3-4 hrs
Select upper-level courses from the list of approved geology electives given under the Option in Geology, below.

Collateral requirement 5 hrs
MAT 150² (or above)
The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) recommends a minimum of one course from each of the following three areas, with total of recommended supplemental science hours to include no fewer than 16 semester hours.

A. Biology
BIO 101 Biological Concepts
BIO 112 Field Biology
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function
BIO 222 Botany: Plant Form and Function

B. Chemistry
CHE 101 Consumer Chemistry
CHE 105 Introductory Chemistry I
CHE 106 Introductory Chemistry II
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis

C. Physics
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion
and
PHY 236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Laboratory
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light
and
PHY 256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Laboratory

Required for Secondary Certification 38 hrs
COM 372 Communication in Educational Environments
EDP 260 Psychology of Human Development
EDU 103 Issues and Practices of American Education¹
EDU 303 Strategies of Teaching
EDU 403 Structures and Foundations of Education
EDU 405 Evaluation and Measurement in Education
EDU 422 Student Teacher Seminar
SEC 420 Practicum in Secondary Schools
SEC 421 Student Teaching in the Secondary School
SED 300 Educating Students with Disabilities

Total Curriculum Requirements 136-142 hrs
¹With a C or better
²Will count towards University Studies Math/Science requirements.

Note: Even though this program exceeds Murray State University's requirements for an earth science minor, in order for a Earth Science Minor to appear on your transcript, a minor must be declared, and all residential and graduation requirements must be met.

Requirements for teacher certification are established by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board. Students are cautioned that changes in these requirements may occur. Therefore, for the most current information, students should check with an advisor in the College of Education.

AST 115 Introductory Astronomy
AST 116 Introductory Astronomy Laboratory
GSC 101 The Earth and the Environment
GSC 102 Earth through Time
GSC 125 Weather and Climate
GSC 202 Introduction to Geographic Information Sciences
GSC 303 Introduction to Water Science
GSC 336 Principles of Geomorphology
GSC 339 Field Geology

Chemistry Teaching Specialization 30 hrs

Bachelor of Science Degree

CIP 40.0601

University Studies Requirements 43-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

Recommended University Studies selection:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking

Required Courses 44 hrs
ARC 150 Introduction to Archaeology
ARC 300 Archaeological Method and Theory
ARC 302 Archaeological Field Work I
ARC 304 Archaeological Laboratory Methods
ARC 330 North American Archaeology
ARC 390 Geoarchaeology
GSC 099 Freshman Orientation
GSC 101 The Earth and the Environment¹
GSC 102 Earth through Time¹
GSC 202 Introduction to Geographic Information Sciences
GSC 305 Map Analysis
GSC 336 Principles of Geomorphology
GSC 507 Land Use Planning
GSC 512 Introduction to Remote Sensing
GSC 521 Geographic Information Systems

Required Limited Electives 2-3 hrs
(choose from the following approved electives)
ANT 325 Biological Anthropology
ARC 315 Special Topics in Archaeology
ARC 321 Ancient Civilizations
ARC 335 Forensic Archaeology
ARC 340 Archaeology of Africa
ARC 350 Contract Archaeology
ARC 360 Historical Archaeology
ARC 370 Archaeology of Eastern Woodlands
ARC 375 Archaeology of the Western Great Lakes
ARC 385 Archaeology of Eastern Asia
ARC 425 Advanced Archaeological Laboratory Methods
ARC 500 Directed Studies
ARC 510 Advanced Archaeological Field Work
ARC 592 Historic Preservation
ARC 598 Museum Studies
CET 280 Plane Surveying
GSC 339 Field Geology
GSC 380 Photogrammetry
GSC 522 Digital Cartography

Collateral requirement 5 hrs
MAT 150¹ (or above)

Unrestricted Electives 16-21 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 120 hrs
¹Will count towards University Studies Math/Science requirements.

Bachelor of Science Degree

CIP 40.0601

University Studies Requirements 43-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

Recommended University Studies selections:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking

Required Courses 43 hrs
ARC 150 Introduction to Archaeology
GSC 099 Freshman Orientation
GSC 101 The Earth and the Environment¹
GSC 102 Earth through Time¹
GSC 110 World Geography
GSC 125 Weather and Climate
GSC 202 Introduction to Geographic Information Sciences
GSC 305 Map Analysis
GSC 336 Principles of Geomorphology
GSC 507 Land Use Planning
GSC 512 Introduction to Remote Sensing
GSC 521 Geographic Information Systems
GSC 522 Digital Cartography

Required Limited Electives 6-7 hrs
(choose from the following approved electives)
ARC 300 Archaeology Method and Theory
ARC 302 Archaeological Field Work I
ARC 304 Archaeology Laboratory Methods
ARC 360 Historical Archaeology
GSC 205 Image Analysis*
GSC 210 Hydrology*
GSC 303 Introduction to Water Science
GSC 335 Landscapes of the National Parks
GSC 380 Photogrammetry
GSC 488 Cooperative Education/Internship
GSC 489 Cooperative Education/Internship
GSC 523 Problems in Urban Geography and Urban Planning
GSC 524 Conservation and Environmental Geosciences
GSC 535 Watershed Ecology
GSC 560 Hydrogeology
GSC 570 Computer Applications in Geosciences
GSC 580 Advanced Geographic Information Systems
GSC 591 Special Problems
GSC 592 Special Problems
GSC 593 Special Problems
*Recommended courses

Collateral requirement 5 hrs
MAT 150¹ (or above)

Unrestricted Electives 17-23 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 120 hrs
¹Will count towards University Studies Math/Science requirements.

Bachelor of Science Degree

CIP 40.0601

University Studies Requirements 43-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

Recommended University Studies selection:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking

Required Courses 48 hrs
ARC 150 Introduction to Archaeology
GSC 099 Freshman Orientation
GSC 101 The Earth and the Environment¹
GSC 102 Earth through Time¹
GSC 202 Introduction to Geographic Information Sciences
GSC 305 Map Analysis
GSC 336 Principles of Geomorphology
GSC 507 Land Use Planning
GSC 512 Introduction to Remote Sensing
GSC 521 Geographic Information Systems
GSC 530 Crystallography and Optical Mineralogy
GSC 532 Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology
GSC 537 Stratigraphy and Sedimentary Petrology
GSC 538 Structural Geology

Required Limited Electives 6 hrs
(choose two from the following approved electives)
ARC 300 Archaeology Method and Theory
ARC 302 Archaeological Field Work I
ARC 304 Archaeology Laboratory Methods
ARC 340 Archaeology of Africa
ARC 360 Historical Archaeology
CET 280 Plane Surveying
GSC 205 Image Analysis
GSC 210 Hydrology
GSC 303 Introduction to Water Science
GSC 335 Landscapes of the National Parks
GSC 339 Field Geology
GSC 488 Cooperative Education/Internship
GSC 489 Cooperative Education/Internship
GSC 510 Geophysics
GSC 513 Photogeology
GSC 515 Geochemistry
GSC 522 Digital Cartography
GSC 534 Invertebrate Paleontology
GSC 535 Watershed Ecology
GSC 550 Well-Log Analysis
GSC 560 Hydrogeology
GSC 570 Computer Applications in Geosciences
GSC 575 Field Vertebrate Paleontology
GSC 591 Special Problems
GSC 592 Special Problems
GSC 593 Special Problems

Collateral requirement 5 hrs
MAT 150¹ (or above)

Unrestricted Electives 13-18 hrs
Board of Registration for Professional Geologists recommends the following courses to enhance performance on the Professional Geologist Examination.

CHE 105 Introductory Chemistry I
or
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
CHE 106 Introductory Chemistry II
or
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis
CSC 136 FORTRAN Programming (or other programming course)
or
PHY 130 General Physics I

Total Curriculum Requirements 120 hrs
¹Will count towards University Studies Math/Science requirements.

Anthropology Minor 21 hrs
ANT 140, ARC 150, plus 15 hours of electives as approved by advisor. Electives may include up to nine hours of sociology. Six hours must be upper-level courses completed in residence at Murray State University.

Archaeology Minor 21 hrs
ARC 150, 300, 302, 304; ARC/GSC 390, plus six hours of ARC electives 300 level or above. Six hours must be upper-level courses completed in residence at Murray State University.

Earth Science Minor 25-26 hrs
GSC 101, 102, 125, 202, 339; AST 115 and 116 or AST 215. Three additional hours of earth science coursework at the 300 level or above. Six hours must be upper-level courses completed in residence at Murray State University.

Geographic Information Science (Geography) Minor 24 hrs
GSC 101, 110, 125, 305, 336, 522, and three hours of electives in geography approved by the Chair of the Department of Geosciences. Six hours must be upper-level courses completed in residence at Murray State University.

Geology Minor 21 hrs
GSC 101, 102, 202, and three additional geology courses chosen with the advice and consent of the Chair of the Department of Geosciences. Six hours must be upper-level courses completed in residence at Murray State University.

Social Science Minor 24 hrs
Open only to majors in economics, geoscience (geography option), history, or political science who seek secondary certification in social studies. ECO 231, GSC 110, HIS 221, POL 140, SOC 133; and six hours of upper level courses (300 or above) from the social science disciplines with approval of advisor. Courses required for a major may not be counted toward the minor; substitutions must be from a social science discipline other than the major and be approved by the advisor; and requirements for certification for teaching secondary school social studies, grades 8 through 12 through the College of Education must also be met. Six hours must be upper-level courses completed in residence at Murray State University.
 
 

Department of Industrial and Engineering Technology 263A Collins Center 270-762-3392

Chair: Danny Claiborne. Faculty: Benson, Claiborne, Djassemi, Duff, Greer, Horwood, Jordan, Kellie, Kemp, Magee, Palmer, Schneiderman, Siebold, Tubbs, Weatherly, Whitaker, Yarali, Zirbel.

The Department of Industrial and Engineering Technology offers associate and baccalaureate programs. Also offered are a technical minor and a master of science degrees.

Graduates from the Department of Industrial and Engineering Technology are prepared to succeed in a modern industrial environment. Typical positions within industrial and engineering applications include manufacturing and processes, construction and public works, computer systems and electronic systems, graphic communications, environmental management, pollution control, telecommunications, technical sales and management. Graduates fulfill management and supervisory positions, in addition to design, maintenance, and regulatory positions.

The department supports the university mission through the following services: (1) technical education to meet the needs of MSU students; (2) programs for non-traditional students; and (3) consulting and regional service for schools, industry and government agencies.

All undergraduate programs in the department of industrial and engineering technology are required to obtain on-the-job experience. The experience can occur via cooperative work/study, internships, summer employment or other methods which fulfill program requirements.

Engineering Technology Accreditation
The Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET) accredits Murray State programs in civil and construction engineering technology.

Engineering Registration (PE)
Students in TAC/ABET accredited programs within the department are encouraged to seek professional engineering (PE) registration and are provided assistance in preparing for the fundamentals of engineering (FE) registration examination, the first phase of becoming a professional engineer. The FE examination is available to IET graduates in numerous states; however, current Kentucky law prohibits TAC/ABET program graduates from seeking registration. Therefore, individual state boards should be contacted for eligibility requirements.

Engineering Technology
The Engineering Technology programs are: Architectural Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, Electromechanical Engineering Technology and Environmental Engineering Technology.

•Architectural Engineering Technology
A baccalaureate degree in architectural engineering technology provides students with backgrounds in architectural design, computer aided drafting, building structures and structural design, steel and concrete structures, surveying and site planning, and construction estimating. Potential employers include architectural firms, construction (design/build) companies, consulting engineering
firms, state and federal governments, municipalities, materials suppliers, and utilities. Architectural engineering technologists are educated in the process of taking a project from the drawing board to the completed structure. Working together with architects and engineers, they assist in producing drawings and specifications for major construction projects. Architectural engineering technology prepares graduates for careers in architectural design, planning, development, and construction as well as technical or sales positions in a variety of manufacturing organizations associated with the building industry. An architectural engineering technology graduate seeking registration/licensure as an architect would usually pursue a Master of Architecture degree, typically requiring two or three years of additional study.

•Civil Engineering Technology
A baccalaureate degree in civil engineering technology provides students with backgrounds in the design of steel and concrete structures, surveying, soil mechanics and foundations, construction materials, and engineering mechanics. Potential employers include construction companies, consulting engineering and architectural firms, state and federal governments, municipalities, testing laboratories, surveying firms, utilities, and materials suppliers.

The civil engineering technology program prepares graduates for careers in design (working with a team of engineers or architects in the preparation of engineering or architectural design documents), construction (as a field engineer, project engineer, or surveyor), or technical sales. If the student seeks to attain professional engineering licensure, Murray State offers the first three years of a 3 + 1 civil engineering program articulated with the civil engineering program at the University of Louisville. Additionally, an associate degree in civil engineering technology may be obtained from Murray State University.

•Construction Engineering Technology
A baccalaureate degree in construction engineering technology provides students with experience in construction, estimating, project management, scheduling, surveying, building structures, construction materials, and engineering mechanics. The curriculum stresses the application of technical knowledge, construction methods, problem-solving ability, and communication skills toward the completion of large-scale construction projects. Career opportunities for the construction-engineering technologist are as diverse as the industry. Potential employers include construction companies, general contractors, subcontractors, construction equipment and materials suppliers, testing laboratories, governments, industrial companies, and utilities.

The construction engineering technology program prepares graduates for supervisory and managerial careers within the construction industry. With a degree in construction engineering technology, the student will be qualified for an entry-level position as a construction project engineer, project manager, estimator, sales engineer, or field engineer.

•Electromechanical Engineering Technology
A baccalaureate degree in electromechanical engineering technology provides students with backgrounds in mechanical and electrical systems, fluid power, controls, and industrial networks. Electromechanical graduates work in manufacturing and process plant engineering, operation, maintenance, new product design, systems design, system analysis, and systems integration.

The electromechanical engineering technologist is a blend of mechanical and electrical engineering technology, computer science, information technology, and control systems. Graduates have broad application backgrounds in automation, electronics, data acquisition, controls, programming, and mechanical and electrical science principles. This allows students to understand the design and operation of systems found in the plant environment.

•Environmental Engineering Technology
A baccalaureate degree in environmental engineering technology provides graduates with backgrounds in municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment system design and operations, water pollution control, solid and hazardous waste management and site remediation, industrial waste treatment and pollution prevention, air pollution control, and environmental regulatory compliance. Course work includes field and laboratory sampling and analysis plus design of pollution control systems. Depending on career goals, students are able to emphasize either environmental science or environmental health and safety in their choice of electives.

Graduates obtain careers with industries, environmental consultants and remediation contractors, municipalities, testing laboratories, state or federal government agencies, and chemical manufacturing corporations.

Bachelor of Science Degree

CIP 15.0201

University Studies Requirements 46-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
or
COM 181 Introduction to Interpersonal Communications
•Science and Mathematics:
CHE 105 Introductory Chemistry I
MAT 130 Technical Math I
or
MAT 150 Algebra and Trigonometry
MAT 230 Technical Math II
or
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
•Social Sciences:
ECO 230 Principles of Macroeconomics
•University Studies Electives:
PHY 130 General Physics I and
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory
or
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion and
PHY 236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Laboratory
PHY 132 General Physics II and
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory
or
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light and
PHY 256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Laboratory

Core Courses 38 hrs
CET 280 Plane Surveying
CET 298 Strength of Materials
CET 310 Anatomy of Buildings
CET 386 Building Construction Cost Estimating
ENT 099 Freshman Orientation
ENT 286 Introduction to Environmental Engineering Technology
ENT 287 Statics for Technology
ENT 382 Hydraulics
ENT 393 Engineering Economy
ENT 458 Applying the National Electric Code
ITD 107 Introduction to Technical Drawing and Computer Aided Drafting
TSM 110 Electrical Systems

Option Courses 29 hrs
CET 385 Heavy Construction Cost Estimating
CET 481 Structural Steel Design
CET 482 Reinforced Concrete Design
ITD 204 Parametric Modeling and Rendering
ITD 301 Architectural Drawing and Residential Planning
ITD 401 Architectural Drafting & Design-Multi-Family Light Commercial
Technical Electives (9 hrs)

Support Courses 11-13 hrs
ENG 324 Technical Writing
ENT 419 Senior Project I
IET 380 Professional Internship I
IET 399 Professional Development Seminar I
MAT 308 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
or
MAT 330 Technical Math III

Total Curriculum Requirements 124-128 hrs

Bachelor of Science Degree

CIP 15.0201

ACCREDITED BY:
Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET)

University Studies Requirements 46-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
or
COM 181 Introduction to Interpersonal Communications
•Science and Mathematics:
CHE 105 Introductory Chemistry I
MAT 130 Technical Math I
or
MAT 150 Algebra and Trigonometry
MAT 230 Technical Math II
or
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
•Social Sciences:
ECO 230 Principles of Macroeconomics
•University Studies Electives:
PHY 130 General Physics I and
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory
or
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion and
PHY 236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Laboratory
PHY 132 General Physics II and
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory
or
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light and
PHY 256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Laboratory

Core Courses 38 hrs
CET 280 Plane Surveying
CET 298 Strength of Materials
CET 310 Anatomy of Buildings
CET 386 Building Construction Cost Estimating
ENT 099 Freshman Orientation
ENT 286 Introduction to Environmental Engineering Technology
ENT 287 Statics for Technology
ENT 382 Hydraulics
ENT 393 Engineering Economy
ENT 458 Applying the National Electric Code
ITD 107 Introduction to Technical Drawing and Computer Aided Drafting
TSM 110 Electrical Systems

Option Courses 29 hrs
CET 370 Intermediate Surveying
CET 481 Structural Steel Design
CET 482 Reinforced Concrete Design
CET 483 Construction Materials
CET 484 Soil Mechanics and Foundations
GSC 101 The Earth and The Environment
Technical Electives (8 hrs)

Support Courses 11-13 hrs
ENG 324 Technical Writing
ENT 419 Senior Project I
IET 380 Professional Internship I
IET 399 Professional Development Seminar I
MAT 308 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
or
MAT 330 Technical Math III

Total Curriculum Requirements 124-128 hrs

Bachelor of Science Degree

CIP 15.0201

ACCREDITED BY:
Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET)

University Studies Requirements 46-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
or
COM 181 Introduction to Interpersonal Communications
•Science and Mathematics:
CHE 105 Introductory Chemistry I
MAT 130 Technical Math I
or
MAT 150 Algebra and Trigonometry
MAT 230 Technical Math II
or
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
•Social Sciences:
ECO 230 Principles of Macroeconomics
•University Studies Electives:
PHY 130 General Physics I and
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory
or
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion and
PHY 236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Laboratory
PHY 132 General Physics II and
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory
or
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light and
PHY 256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Laboratory

Core Courses 38 hrs
CET 280 Plane Surveying
CET 298 Strength of Materials
CET 310 Anatomy of Buildings
CET 386 Building Construction Cost Estimating
ENT 099 Freshman Orientation
ENT 286 Introduction to Environmental Engineering Technology
ENT 287 Statics for Technology
ENT 382 Hydraulics
ENT 393 Engineering Economy
ENT 458 Applying the National Electric Code
ITD 107 Introduction to Technical Drawing and CAD
TSM 110 Electrical Systems

Option Courses 29 hrs
ACC 200 Principles of Financial Accounting
CET 385 Heavy Construction Cost Estimating
CET 480 Construction Planning and Management
CET 481 Structural Steel Design
or
CET 482 Reinforced Concrete Design
CET 483 Construction Materials
CET 484 Soil Mechanics and Foundations
LST 240 The Legal Environment of Business
MGT 350 Fundamentals of Management
OSH 287 OSHA Standards for General Industry and Construction

Support Courses 11-13 hrs
ENG 324 Technical Writing
ENT 419 Senior Project
IET 380 Professional Internship I
IET 399 Professional Development Seminar I
MAT 308 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
or
MAT 330 Technical Math III

Total Curriculum Requirements 124-128 hrs

CIP 15.0201

University Studies Requirements 20 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Science and Mathematics:
GSC 101 The Earth and the Environment
PHY 130 General Physics I
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory

Required Courses 32 hrs
CET 280 Plane Surveying
CET 298 Strength of Materials
CET 302 Structural Drawing
CET 370 Intermediate Surveying
CET 483 Construction Materials
ENT 099 Freshman Orientation
ENT 286 Introduction to Environmental Engineering Technology
ENT 287 Statics for Technology
ENT 382 Hydraulics
ITD 107 Introduction to Technical Drawing and Computer Aided Drafting

Support Courses 24 hrs
CHE 105 Introductory Chemistry I
CSC 232 Visual Basic Programming I
ENG 324 Technical Writing
MAT 130 Technical Math I
MAT 230 Technical Math II
PHY 132 General Physics II
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory

Total Curriculum Requirements 76 hrs

This articulation agreement enables qualified students enrolled in the civil engineering technology program in the College of Industry and Technology at Murray State University to Complete a majority of the University of Louisville Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (B.S.C.E.) degree program course requirements while at Murray State University. The remainder of the B.S.C.E. program requirements are to be completed at the University of Louisville with the opportunity to proceed to the master of engineering degree at that institution.

University Studies Requirements 49 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Science and Mathematics:
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
MAT 308 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion
•Social Sciences:
ECO 230 Principles of Macroeconomics
•University Studies Electives:
MAT 309 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light
•Additional requirement:
CSC 420 Numerical Analysis I

Required Courses 63 hrs
CET 280 Plane Surveying
CET 298 Strength of Materials
CET 481 Structural Steel Design
CET 482 Reinforced Concrete Design
CET 483 Construction Materials
CHE 201 General College Chemistry
ENT 099 Freshman Orientation
ENT 287 Statics for Technology
ENT 365 Dynamics for Technology
GSC 101 The Earth and the Environment
IET 371 Practicum in Technology II
IET 380 Professional Internship I
IET 488 Cooperative Education/Internship
ITD 107 Introduction to Technical Drawing and Computer Aided Drafting
MAT 335 Matrix Theory and Linear Algebra
MAT 411 Ordinary Differential Equations
MAT 540 Mathematical Statistics I
PHY 236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Laboratory
PHY 365 Linear Circuits II
CE 360 Transportation Engineering (ITV from UofL)
CE 370 Engineering Hydraulics (ITV from UofL)

Required Courses at UofL 28 hrs*
CE 201 CE Programming
CE 320 Structural Analysis
CE 400 Applications in CE Programming
CE 401 CE Seminar/Professional Practice
CE 402 Seminar in CE
CE 420 Matrix Structural Design or
CE 460 Transportation Systems Design
CE 450 Geomechanics
CE 470 Surface Water Hydrology
CE 471 Water Supply and Sewerage
CE 551 Foundation Engineering
IE 570 Engineering Design Economics

Total Curriculum Requirements 140 hrs
*Courses with CE and IE prefixes are not Murray State University courses and are not described in this bulletin. Descriptions for these courses may be found in the University of Louisville Undergraduate Bulletin.

Bachelor of Science Degree

CIP 15.0403

University Studies Requirements 46-48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
•Science and Mathematics:
CHE 105 Introductory Chemistry I
MAT 130 Technical Math I
or
MAT 150 Algebra and Trigonometry
MAT 230 Technical Math II
or
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
•Social Sciences:
ECO 230 Principles of Macroeconomics
•University Studies Electives:
PHY 130 General Physics I and
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory
or
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion and
PHY 236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Laboratory
PHY 132 General Physics II and
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory
or
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light and
PHY 256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Laboratory

Required Courses 57 hrs
CET 298 Strength of Materials
EMT 261 Introduction to Fluid Power Systems
EMT 262 Introduction to Fluid Power Systems Laboratory
EMT 310 Programmable Logic Controllers
EMT 312 Industrial Instrumentation
EMT 355 Electrical Machinery and Controls
EMT 361 Introduction to Motion Controls
EMT 455 Manufacturing Control Systems
ENT 287 Statics for Technology
ENT 351 Industrial and Commercial Power Distribution
ENT 365 Dynamics for Technology
ENT 393 Engineering Economy
ENT 458 Applying the National Electric Code
TSM 110 Electrical Systems
TSM 132 Network Technical Support
TSM 210 Electrical Systems II
TSM 241 Network Essentials and Hardware

Support Courses 17-19 hrs
CSC 232 Visual Basic Programming I
ENG 324 Technical Writing
ENT 099 Freshman Orientation
IET 380 Professional Internship I
IET 399 Professional Develop Seminar I
ITD 102 CAD Applications
MAT 308 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
or
MAT 330 Technical Math III

Technical Electives 6 hrs

Total Curriculum Requirements 126-130 hrs

CIP 15.0506

University Studies Requirements 50 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
or
COM 181 Introduction to Interpersonal Communications
•Science and Mathematics:
CHE 105 Introductory Chemistry I
GSC 101 The Earth and the Environment
MAT 130 Technical Math I
•Social Sciences:
ECO 140 Contemporary Economics
or
ECO 230 Principles of Macroeconomics
or
ECO 231 Principles of Microeconomics
•University Studies Electives:
CHE 106 Introduction to Chemistry II
MAT 135 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
MAT 230 Technical Math II

Required Courses 44 hrs
CET 280 Plane Surveying
CET 341 Water Quality Technology
CET 342 Air Quality Technology
CET 353 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management
CET 485 Land Use and Watershed Protection
CET 555 Environmental Regulatory Affairs
CET 585 Remediation Technology
CET 587 Bioresiduals Management and Natural Wastewater Treatment Systems
CET 589 Environmental Modeling
ENT 099 Freshman Orientation
ENT 286 Introduction to Environmental Engineering Technology
ENT 382 Hydraulics
ENT 400 Thermodynamics and Energy Development
IET 380 Professional Internship I
IET 399 Professional Development Seminar I
ITD 107 Introduction to Technical Drawing and Computer Aided Drafting

Support Courses 11 hrs
BIO 115 The Cellular Basis of Life
PHY 130 General Physics I
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory
PHY 132 General Physics II
PHY 133 General Physics II Laboratory

Area of Emphasis 15 hrs

Environmental Science (Chosen from the following)
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function
BIO 222 Botany: Plant Form and Function
BIO 300 Introductory Microbiology
BIO 330 Principles of Ecology
BIO 535 Watershed Ecology
BIO 546 Stream Ecology
BIO 548 Wetland Ecology
BIO 588 Groundwater Ecosystems
GSC 102 Earth Through Time
GSC 210 Hydrology
GSC 303 Introduction to Water Science
GSC 305 Map Analysis
GSC 507 Land Use Planning
GSC 512 Introduction to Remote Sensing
GSC 515 Geochemistry
GSC 521 Geographic Information Systems
GSC 524 Conservation and Environment Geosciences
GSC 560 Hydrogeology
GSC 565 Biogeochemistry

Environmental Safety & Health (Chosen from the following)
OSH 192 Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health
OSH 287 OSHA Standards for General Industry and Construction
OSH 310 Fire & Emergency Preparedness Preplanning
OSH 311 Hazardous Materials and Emergency Planning
OSH 320 Environmental and Occupational Health Engineering Technology
OSH 420 Industrial Hygiene I
OSH 511 Hazardous Waste Site Operation
OSH 527 Air Contaminants and Industrial Ventilation
OSH 550 Safety and Health Program Managementand Training

Total Curriculum Requirements 120 hrs

Associate of Science Degree

CIP 15.0506

University Studies Requirements 20 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)

University Studies selections must include:
•Science and Mathematics:
GSC 101 Earth and the Environment
•Social Sciences:
ECO 140 Contemporary Economics
•University Studies Electives:
PHY 130 General Physics I
PHY 131 General Physics I Laboratory

Required Courses 26 hrs
CET 280 Plane Surveying
CET 341 Water Quality Technology
CET 342 Air Quality Technology
CET 353 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management
CET 485 Land Use and Watershed Protection
ENT 099 Freshman Orientation
ENT 286 Introduction Environmental Engineering Technology
ENT 382 Hydraulics
OSH 192 Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health

Support Courses 20 hrs
BIO 115 The Cellular Basis of Life
CHE 105 Introductory Chemistry I
CHE 106 Introductory Chemistry II
ITD 107 Introduction to Technical Drawing and Computer Aided Drafting
MAT 130 Technical Math I

Total Curriculum Requirements 66 hrs