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All of the courses herein are offered by Murray State University for undergraduate and/or graduate credit. The university reserves the right to make any adjustments in the Bulletin which are deemed necessary. Students desiring graduate credit for a 500-level course must be admitted to graduate status before enrolling in the course. NOTE:  Repeated 099 (Freshman Orientation) courses (regardless of course prefixes or departmental requirements) will be treated as duplicate courses, with only one course allowed to count toward graduation requirements.

 

Accounting (ACC) ACC 200 Principles of Financial Accounting (3). An introduction to the basic concepts and techniques of financial accounting, including the accounting cycle and the communication of financial information to external users. The course focuses on the nature and measurement of assets, liabilities, equities, dividends, revenues, and expenses. Emphasis is placed on the proper preparation and understanding of the financial statements. ACC 201 Principles of Managerial Accounting (3). The application of accounting to business management with emphasis on planning, control of operations, and decision-making, including study of cost behavior; the use of cost data in job order, process and standard cost systems; the application of differential analysis to decision making; the use of overhead allocation methods; the preparation and interpretation of budgets; and the study of pricing methods.  The course also introduces topics such as the statement of cash flows and financial statement analysis. Prerequisite:  ACC 200. Co-requisite: ACC 202 (Students enrolled in accounting programs.) ACC 202 Accounting Applications Laboratory (1). A study of basic accounting applications with emphasis on the use of spreadsheets in analyzing and solving accounting problems and making business decisions. The course focuses on the process of building models for generating and evaluating accounting information. Specific accounting applications include depreciation schedules, revenue and expense distribution analysis, inventory management and profit maximization.  Prerequisite:  ACC 200 and CSC 199. Co-requisite: ACC 201. ACC 300 Intermediate Accounting I (3). A review of the fundamental processes of accounting; the measurement of financial position and periodic revenues and expenses; and an introduction to selected, more advanced accounting issues. Some of the topics studied include standard setting processes; the accounting cycle; the income statement and balance sheet; cash and receivables; inventories; acquisition and disposition of property, plant and equipment; depreciation and depletion; intangible assets; and liabilities and contingencies. Prerequisites: junior standing; ACC 200, ACC 201 and ACC 202 with a minimum grade of C in each. ACC 301 Intermediate Accounting II (3). Intensive study of the theory and methods of financial accounting with a focus on the impact of business transactions on financial reporting. Some of the course topics include liabilities, stockholders equity, dilutive securities, investments, revenue recognition, income tax allocation, pensions and post-retirement benefits, leases, accounting changes and error analysis, and cash flows. Prerequisite:  junior standing; ACC 300. ACC 302 Federal Income Tax (3). Federal income tax fundamentals under the latest amendments to the Internal Revenue Code; rates, credits; inclusions in and exclusions from gross income; recognition of and basis for gain or loss; capital gains and losses; dividends; deductions; with emphasis on individual income tax returns. Prerequisite:  junior standing; ACC 200 and 201 with a minimum grade of C in each. ACC 303 Cost Accounting (3). The study of financial and nonfinancial accounting information for strategic and operational decision making. Topics include traditional and contemporary product/service costing; planning; control; performance measurement; and nonroutine managerial decisions. Prerequisite:  junior standing; ACC 200, ACC 201,  and ACC 202 with a minimum grade of C in each. ACC 304 Managerial Accounting (3). A comprehensive study of accounting information as applied to the management decision process. Includes the study of cost behavior and cost analysis with emphasis on the uses of accounting data by management personnel within an organization, continuing exposure to business ethics, and the implications of operating in a global environment. Prerequisite:  junior standing; ACC 201. (Not open to accounting majors.) ACC 308 Accounting Information Systems (3). Principles of accounting systems design and installation. Transaction processes, fundamental control concepts, types of computerized accounting systems, general and application controls in a computerized environment, data modeling, normalization theory, and form and report design are among the topics covered. Students use a database management system to create database objects as part of a project required in this class. Prerequisites: junior standing; ACC 200, ACC 201 and ACC 202 with a minimum grade of C in each; and CSC 199. ACC 437 Senior Honors Thesis (3). A faculty-supervised thesis and/or project which allows Honors Program students with a senior standing to undertake advanced research. A thesis paper and/or written review of the exhibit or performance is required. ACC 488 Cooperative Education/Internship (1-3). A meaningful, planned, and evaluated work experience related to the career and educational objectives of the student for which he/she may receive  academic credit and possible financial remuneration. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours from any 488/489 courses. Graded pass/fail. Prerequisite:  permission of chair. ACC 489 Cooperative Education/Internship (1-3). A meaningful, planned, and evaluated work experience related to the career and educational objectives of the student for which he/she may receive  academic credit and possible financial remuneration. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours from any 488/489 courses. Prerequisite:  permission of chair. ACC 490 Survey of Accounting (3). Designed for graduate students who have an inadequate background in accounting. Covers the same material covered in ACC 200 and 201 or the equivalent. Not open to students who have credit for ACC 200 and 201 or the equivalent. ACC 500 Advanced Accounting (3). A comprehensive examination of some of the most complex accounting problems including consolidated financial statements, partnerships, foreign subsidiaries, estates and trusts, and consignment and installment sales. Prerequisite:  ACC 301. ACC 501 Accounting for Governmental and Nonprofit Entities (3). Accounting and reporting principles, standards and procedures applicable to (1) state and local governments, including counties, cities, townships and villages; (2) the federal government; and (3) other not-for-profit institutions such as universities and hospitals. Prerequisite:  ACC 200, ACC 201 and ACC 202 with a minimum grade of C, or ACC 490 with a minimum grade of C. ACC 502 Advanced Income Tax (3). Continued study of the Internal Revenue Code and Regulations with emphasis on the advanced aspects of income; deductions, exclusions and credits, especially as they are related to the tax issues of individuals, corporations, and partnerships. Prerequisite:   ACC 302. ACC 503 Advanced Cost Accounting (3). The study of selected advanced cost accounting topics including cost management, discretionary cost control, inventory management, capital budgeting, transfer pricing, performance evaluation and reward structures. Traditional and contemporary operational environments are emphasized. A business simulation requires the use of cost and managerial accounting models in planning, control, performance evaluation, decision making and product costing. Prerequisites:  ACC 303 and 308. ACC 506 Principles of Auditing and Assurance Services (3). An introduction to internal and external auditing and audit-related services. The nature and purposes of audit, attestation, assurance and compilation services are studied. Other topics include:  reporting, professional ethics, legal liability, engagement planning, materiality and risk assessment, internal control, and operational audits.  Prerequisites:  ACC 300 and ACC 308. ACC 507 Professional Issues (1). Study of contemporary issues in accounting. Topics include professional certifications, emerging practices, career preparation, and professional development. Restricted to accounting area students. Graded pass/fail. Prerequisite:  ACC 301. ACC 509 Accounting Theory (3). Designed as a critical examination of relevant AICPA literature, especially Accounting Research Bulletins, Accounting Principles Board’s Opinions and Statements, and the Financial Accounting Standards Board’s Statements. Contemporary developments are examined in the accounting literature and through reports. Prerequisite:  ACC 301. ACC 511 Survey of Accounting Principles for the Nonprofit Organization (3). Fundamentals of accounting procedures are discussed in detail. Concepts unique to accounting systems in nonprofit/volunteer organizations, such as types of funds and account groups are introduced. Budgeting, internal control and related tax issues are also discussed. Extra assignments will be required of graduate students. ACC 595 Special Problems (3). Research by students in fields of special interests. Includes project research studies and intensive reading programs, accompanied by conferences with professors in fields involved. Prerequisite:  consent of instructor. Adult Education (ADE) ADE 199 Workshop in Adult Education (1-3). This course covers workshops conducted for paraprofessionals, persons employed by local school districts to visit home-bound adult students. Accumulated workshop credits are not allowed to exceed six credit hours. ADE 550 Adult-Community Education in a Changing Society (3). Study of the concept of community education and the fast-developing and emergent field of adult education as they relate to designing and implementing a program of total and lifelong education for the community. ADE 551 Creative Adult Learning (3). An analysis of the adult as a learner. The process of aging, its implications for learning occupations, effect on families, and social views are considered. Actualizing conditions for relationships between personal developments and a free society. ADE 555 Foundations of Adult and Community Education (3). Provides a historical understanding of adult and community education and how these two concepts evolved in modern twentieth century education theory, with particular emphasis on related aspects of progressive education as first envisioned and as revised and refined in recent years. ADE 599 Workshop in Adult Education (1-3). This course covers workshops conducted for certified teachers who additionally work with adults in evening adult education classes. Accumulated credits are not allowed to exceed six credit hours. Agricultural Education (AED) AED 380 Agricultural Education, Extension and Leadership (3). Essential aspects and fundamentals of career preparation, entry, adjustment and advancement in agricultural education, extension, and youth leadership careers. Prerequisite: Six prior credit hours in agriculture discipline. AED 421 Student Teaching in Agricultural Education (8). The student teaches in a center selected by the university agricultural education staff and approved by the Kentucky Department of Education. Graded pass/fail. (Spring) AED 580 Methods in Teaching Agricultural Education (3-6). Philosophy and objectives of teaching agricultural education in a comprehensive program. Course concepts include preparing and delivering lesson plans that involve problem-solving method, lecturing, and laboratory based modules. Additional methods include instruction in supervising occupational experience programs and coordinating FFA programs. Learning theory, multicultural education and education of the exceptional child are also included. Field and clinical experiences are also employed. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours credit. Prerequisite: AED 380. AED 581 Instructing Out-of-School Groups (3). Philosophy of vocational education for out-of-school youth and adults in agricultural occupations. Application of principles and techniques for organizing, conducting and evaluating instructional programs. Field-clinical experiences. (Spring) AED 582 Supervision in Agricultural Education (3). Application of principles and techniques of supervising individuals and groups in the field of agricultural education. (With sufficient demand) AED 583 Practicum in Agricultural Education, Extension, and Public Service Leadership (3). Comprehensive course including topics of instructional and operational methods for the discipline, extension field tours and mentoring experiences, supervised visits in an educational or public service setting or agency, and completion of practicum/professional clinical hours. Prerequisites: AED 380 or six hours of discipline specific courses within agriculture. Agriculture (AGR) AGR 099 Freshman Orientation (1). Required of all entering freshmen. Only one freshman orientation course will count toward graduation. Graded pass/fail. (Fall) AGR 100 Animal Science (3). This is a basic course in animal science including the importance and place of livestock in agriculture; types, market classes and grades of beef, sheep, poultry and swine; origin and characteristics of breeds; and the judging of beef, sheep and swine. AGR 101 Basic Horsemanship (3). Designed for students with no previous experience in the handling of horses. It includes instruction in grooming, saddling, bridling and mounting, and the development of basic riding skills at the walk, trot and canter. AGR 102 Beginning Hunt Seat Equitation (1). Designed for beginner riders in their first year and for riders that are considered safe to ride an unfamiliar horse in a group at a canter. Heavy emphasis is placed on developing a competent rider with proper hunt seat equitation skills. Weekend participation in Intercollegiate Horse Show Association horse shows is mandatory. Participation in weekend riding clinics is required. Prerequisite: approval of instructor. AGR 103 Intermediate Hunt Seat Equitation (1). Designed for intermediate riders in their first or second year of riding and for riders that are considered safe to ride an unfamiliar horse in a group at a canter. A higher degree of proficiency at the walk, sitting trot, posting trot, two point, and canter is required more than in AGR 102. Emphasis is placed on learning suppling exercises for horse and rider in addition to developing a competent rider with proper hunt seat equitation skills. Weekend participation in Intercollegiate Horse Show Association horse shows is mandatory. Participation in weekend riding clinics is required. Prerequisite: AGR 102 or approval of instructor. AGR 104 Advanced Hunt Seat Equitation (1). Designed for advanced riders that are considered safe to ride an unfamiliar horse in a group at a canter and gallop. A higher degree of proficiency at the walk, sitting trot, posting trot, two point, center and gallop is required more than in AGR 103. Emphasis is placed on the correct application of riders natural aids, suppling of the horse, collection and riding on the bit. To develop competent riders with professional equitation skills. Weekend participation in Intercollegiate Horse Show Association horse shows is mandatory. Participation in weekend riding clinics is required. Prerequisite: AGR 103 or approval of instructor. AGR 105 Introduction to Rodeo (2). An introduction to rodeo designed to develop a better understanding of the events and rules of the sport through lectures, demonstrations, rodeo films, and hands-on practice. The course will include instructions in equipment care and preparation and mental and physical training using weights, calisthenics, etc. May be repeated once for additional credit. AGR 106 Beginning Stock Seat Equitation (1). Designed for beginner riders in their first or second year of riding and for riders that are considered safe to ride an unfamiliar horse in a group at a lope. Emphasis is placed on developing a competent well-rounded stock seat rider with proper stock seat equitation skills. Weekend participation in Intercollegiate Horse Show Association horse shows is mandatory. Participation in weekend riding clinics is expected. Prerequisite: approval of instructor. AGR 107 Intermediate Stock Seat Equitation (1). Designed for the intermediate rider in their first or second year of riding and for riders that are considered safe to ride an unfamiliar horse in a group at a canter. A higher degree of proficiency at the walk, jog or lope is required more than in AGR 106. Emphasis is placed on learning suppling exercises for horse and rider in addition to developing a competent rider with proper stock seat equitation skills. Weekend participation in Intercollegiate Horse Show Association horse shows is mandatory. Participation in weekend riding clinics is required. Prerequisite: AGR 106 or approval of instructor. AGR 108 Advanced Stock Seat Equitation (1). Designed for the advanced rider that is considered safe to ride an unfamiliar horse in a group at a lope. A higher degree of proficiency at the walk, jog, and lope is required more than in AGR 107. Emphasis is placed on the correct application of the riders natural aids, suppling of the horse, collection, and riding on the bit. In addition to developing a competent stock seat equitation rider. Prerequisite: AGR 107 or approval of instructor. AGR 130 Agricultural Economics (3). A study of fundamental principles of economics as applied to agriculture. Attention is given to resource use, economic growth, production fundamentals, economic institutions and agriculture in relation to national and world economics. AGR 133 Field Applications for Agriculture (2). Course will teach students methods of solving many application problems that will be encountered in the field of agriculture using applied mathematical and logic skills. The emphasis will be to use practical mathematical skills already acquired from secondary education to address agricultural situations involving computations that are necessary for upper level courses in agriculture. Some knowledge of agricultural situations may be required. Possible field trips to the university farms during class time. Prerequisite: Declared area or major in agriculture or consent of instructor. AGR 140 Plant Science (3). A study of general plant science principles including basic plant anatomy, physiology and interactions with the surrounding environment. AGR 160 Horticultural Science (3). A study of the practical principles and practices used in horticulture. AGR 170 Introduction to Agricultural Systems Technology (3). An introduction to agricultural systems including: power and machinery, electricity, precision agriculture, soil and water engineering, metallurgy and fabrication, and safety. Emphasis is placed on understanding the technology involved in operating, maintaining, and managing these systems. AGR 180 Skill Development in Horticulture (3). Course will document that students can demonstrate the competencies and skill necessary for occupations in the landscaping industry, turf and lawn management, nursery management, and/or vegetable and flower production areas. Credit will be by challenge exam only according to university policy and will be granted upon successful completion of the state horticulture skills standards test and completion of a career major in horticulture at the secondary school level. AGR 181 Skill Development in Agriculture Production (3). Course will document that students can demonstrate the competencies and skill necessary for occupations in production agriculture. Emphasis will be placed on the development of scientific knowledge and skills pertaining to management of the land and its effect on food and fiber production. Also included will be knowledge and skills pertaining to livestock identification, election, nutrition, reproduction and genetics, health management, and marketing of one or more species of farm animals. Credit will be by challenge exam only according to university policy and will be granted upon successful completion of the state horticulture skills standards test and completion of a career major in horticulture at the secondary school level. AGR 199 Contemporary Issues in Agriculture (3). A course designed to increase the understanding, awareness, and critical analysis of contemporary agricultural issues and their effect upon the social, political, economic and cultural aspects of society. Topics will include environmental, bio-technology, animal, crop, career, economy and trade, agricultural policy, food quality/safety and international agriculture issues. AGR 200 International Agriculture Experience (3).  A course designed to enhance students’ understanding of international agriculture and how it relates to the overall impact on world food processing and production through travel/study abroad. An emphasis is placed on experiences which have the potential to impact and add value to American/Kentucky agriculture, as well as those which hold key relationships to U.S. based agricultural trade and food development. Prerequisites:  AGR 130 and at least one subject specific agriculture technical course. AGR 201 Intermediate Horsemanship (3). Designed for students with previous experience in the handling of horses. Deals with instruction in hunt seat and stock seat with emphasis placed on equitation skills. Prerequisites: AGR 101 and approval of instructor. AGR 223 Introduction to Artificial Insemination for Cattle (3). The primary objective of this course is to instruct students in artificial insemination in cattle. Topics will include reproductive system, herd health and nutrition, semen handling, and estrus detection and synchronization. AGR 233 Statistics for Food and Agriculture (3). A course designed to enhance the quantitative skills of agriculture students. Techniques include descriptive statistics, probability, analysis of variance, and regression analysis. Discussion, examination and use of these techniques will cover and be limited to agriculturally related topics. AGR 240 Crop Science (3). A study of the fundamental principles underlying the production of agricultural crops. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours per week. AGR 247 Tobacco Production (3). An agriculture course designed for students who desire to expand their knowledge of tobacco production. Students will be introduced to the practical aspects of tobacco production in the Kentucky tobacco types. AGR 250 Soil Science (3). A general study of soil properties including classification development, use of fertilizers, and conservation.   AGR 251 Soil Science Laboratory (1). Consists of a number of lab exercises that support the course material in AGR 250. Co-requisite: AGR 250. AGR 261 General Pomology (3). General principles and practices involved in handling home and commercial planting of the major fruit crops. (Spring, even years) AGR 262 Vegetable Crop Production (3). A study of the fundamental principles underlying commercial and home garden production of vegetables. (Spring, odd years) AGR 263 Woody Plant Materials I (2). The identification and use of woody deciduous plant materials in the landscape. AGR 269 Introduction to Forestry (3). A general introduction to the many aspects of forestry including dendrology, silvics, silviculture, and wood utilization. Some emphasis will be placed on the management of forest lands for recreation and wildlife purposes. (Fall, odd years) AGR 300 Principles of Animal Nutrition (3). A study of digestion, absorption and utilization of nutrients, characteristics of feedstuffs, nutritional disorders and nutrient requirements of animals. Prerequisite:  AGR 100. AGR 301 Livestock Judging and Evaluation (3). A study of types of purebred and commercial beef cattle, sheep and swine, both market and breeding classes. Special emphasis is placed on writing and giving oral reports. Prerequisite:  AGR 100. (Fall) AGR 302 Horse Science (3). Involves a study of the role of the light horse and the development of an equine vocabulary. Topics covered include the basic nutritional, housing and health requirements of the light horse. (Fall) AGR 303 Advanced Horse Science (3). Deals with various topics of interest to the horseman including psychology, evaluation, anatomy and health care. Prerequisite: AGR 302. (Spring) AGR 304 Advanced Stock Seat (3). This course is concerned with basic training techniques and the development of equitation skills using the western seat. Prerequisites: AGR 201 and approval of instructor. (Fall) AGR 306 Advanced Forward Seat (3). This course presents equitation skills and techniques utilizing the forward seat. Included in the course are hunt seat, show seat, and other methods of English style equitation. Principles of schooling the jumping horses are emphasized. Prerequisites: AGR 201 and approval of instructor. (Spring) AGR 308 Equine Practicum (3). Practical application of management principles involving health, nutrition, grooming, and training of horses. Prerequisite: AGR 302. AGR 310 Applications in Animal Technology (3). The study of animal technology involving management, nutrition and health of small and large animal species. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours. Prerequisite:  AGR 100. (Fall) AGR 311 Beef Science (3). A study of the history and importance of the beef cattle industry; phases of beef production, selection, breeding, feeding, and management of beef cattle. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours. Prerequisites:  AGR 100. (Spring) AGR 312 Dairy Science (3). A study of dairy breeds, calf raising, herd replacements, milk production, nutrition and management of dairy herds. Prerequisites:  AGR 100 and 300. (Spring) AGR 313 Livestock Production Management Systems (3). Study of production management, nutrition, and breeding of farm animals. Will include on-the-farm training with livestock. Prerequisite: AGR 100. AGR 316 Dairy Cattle Selection and Evaluation (3). Origin, characteristics and developments of major breeds of dairy cattle. Improvement programs. Apply the principles involved in herd improvement to the selection of breeding animals for dairy herds. Fundamental aspects of evaluation of dairy cattle. Comparative terminology, decision-making and presentation of oral reasons. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours. Prerequisite:  AGR 100. (Fall) AGR 321 Poultry Science (3). An introductory study of the various phases of poultry production, diagnosis and treatment of diseases, nutrition, processing and management practices for commercial poultry operations. Prerequisite:  AGR 100. (Spring) AGR 322 Veterinary Laboratory Principles (3). An introductory course to the veterinary laboratory for the animal health technologist. Laboratory safety, microscopy, blood collection and analysis from various species along with familiarization with other laboratory equipment and techniques are taught for development of proficient laboratory skills. Prerequisite: AGR 310. (Spring) AGR 325 Small Animal Science (3). A study of the history and importance of the small and exotic animal industry; breeds, selection and management are topics which will be covered;  Prerequisite:  AGR 310. (Fall) AGR 326 Swine Science (3). Basic principles and their application in pork production — breeding, selection, nutrition, housing, equipment and economic management. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours. Prerequisite:  AGR 100. (Fall) AGR 329 Veterinary Hematology and Microbiology (4). This course is designed to introduce the animal health technology student to basic concepts, theories and techniques of veterinary hematology and microbiology. Basic normal values of various species of animals will be covered with common microorganisms of animal diseases. Prerequisites:  AGR 310 and 322. (Fall) AGR 330 Principles of Agribusiness (3). The organization of agribusiness, its development in local communities, and the roles played by farmers, farm suppliers, processors, wholesalers, retailers, consumers and government. Analysis of the job opportunities in agribusiness. (Spring) AGR 331 Small Animal Diseases (3). A study of the more common and important diseases of dogs and cats. The clinical signs, life cycles of pathogenic organisms, progression of symptoms and control of the diseases will be discussed. Prerequisite:  AGR 310. (Fall) AGR 332 Animal Nursing and Radiography (4). Skill development in (1) handling, restraint and nursing techniques of small and large animals; (2) utilization of radiographic equipment and positioning exposures. Two lectures weekly and two hour laboratories twice per week. Prerequisites: AGR 310, 322, and 329. (Spring) AGR 333 Agribusiness Records and Analysis (3). Fundamental principles necessary to keep farm and agribusiness firm accounts and to analyze these accounts for profitability. Budgeting, amortization, depreciation and the application of microcomputer technology to the management and financial control of the agribusiness firm. (Fall) AGR 335 Farm Systems Management (3). This course focuses on the business aspects of production agriculture. Emphasis is on balance sheet and income statement analysis, capital and credit use, enterprise, partial and whole farm budgeting, and investment analysis. Economic principles and cost concepts as they relate to agriculture are also discussed. The student will learn to apply these tools to develop a farm management plan. AGR 336 Agricultural Marketing and Price Analysis (3). A study of the nature of food and fiber consumption and demand, production and supply of farm products, marketing margins and price determination for specific agricultural commodities. (Fall, odd years) AGR 337 Agricultural Sales and Merchandising (3). A course designed to enhance the students’ abilities to sell agriculturally related products. An emphasis is placed on agricultural customer and market knowledge and the skills required satisfying customer needs. Students are required to contact and spend time with agricultural sales professionals. AGR 338 Rural Economic Development (3). An examination of the basic principles underlying the economic development of rural areas. The impact and role of agricultural and community organizations and their influence on the rural economy will be studied. Each student will make a special socioeconomic study of his/her community including a resource inventory and plan for economic development. (Summer, with sufficient demand) AGR 339 Computer Applications for Agriculture (3). A course designed to develop an understanding and practical knowledge of the use of computers with respect to their application to problem-solving within agriculture. Students will receive hands-on experience in applying a variety of agriculture specific software to problems in agriculture and agricultural business management. AGR 340 Veterinary Laboratory Sciences (3). This course is divided into four sections:  veterinary science, toxicology, necropsy and laboratory animal science. Course is designed to acquaint the student with basic pharmacology and toxicology, submission of tissue samples to diagnostic laboratories, necropsy techniques and common practices associated with laboratory animals. Prerequisites: AGR 310; CHE 105 and 106 or CHE 201 and 202. (Fall) AGR 341 Seed Production and Technology (3). Special emphasis is given to the production and processing of seed, evaluation and testing for quality, and the study of viability during storage. (Spring) AGR 342 Seed, Crop and Grain Analysis (3). Skills related to the evaluation of crops for quality relative to certification, viability, and marketing will be taught. The subjects that will be taught include seed analysis, plant and seed identification and grain grading. Prerequisite:  AGR 240. AGR 350 Soil Survey (3). Principles of soils origin and classification including field mapping. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours. Prerequisite:  AGR 250. (Spring) AGR 355 Soil Judging (2). Emphasis on recognition, description and classification of soil horizons in a soil profile and then placing this soil in the U.S. Classification System. This course is designed for those interested in conservation and teaching careers. May be repeated for a maximum of four credits. (Fall) AGR 360 Greenhouse Production and Management (3). A study of producing plants under transparency. Includes greenhouse management problems; heating, cooling, and humidity control; also cultural practices of several different crops. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours. (Fall, odd years) AGR 361 Horticulture and Greenhouse Management Practicum (3). A hands-on work study course that allows for the management and maintenance of all university greenhouse and horticultural components. Prerequisite:  AGR 360 and permission of instructor. AGR 362 Floral Design (3). Operation and management of a retail florist establishment with emphasis on floral design. (Fall, even years) AGR 363 Woody Plant Materials II (2). The identification and use of woody evergreen plant materials in the landscape. AGR 364 Nursery Management (3). A study of establishing and managing a nursery practice including field grown container stock, wholesale and retail nursery business practices, and employee management practices. Prerequisite:  AGR 160. AGR 365 Herbaceous Plant Materials (2). A study of characteristics, requirements, and potential uses of herbaceous ornamental plants in the landscape. AGR 367 Residential Landscape Design (3). The application of principles of design to landscaping the home grounds. The identification, use and maintenance of ornamental plants and lawn grasses. Special attention will be given to the use of native plants for home beautification. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours; field trips. Prerequisites:  AGR 263 and 363. (Spring) AGR 368 Landscape Construction (3). Understanding the process of landscape construction from initial planning stages to the actual installation of structures utilized within a landscape design. Prerequisite:  AGR 160 AGR 371 Agricultural Buildings and Construction (3). Introduction to technical design, selection of materials, and modern construction techniques used in the agriculture industry. Emphasis on concrete and erection of pole frame and steel buildings. AGR 372 Agricultural Metal Processes (3). Basic theories involving metallurgy and the metal working processes. Includes SMAW, GMAW, brazing, OA welding and cutting, and plasma arc process. Skill development emphasized. AGR 376 Agricultural Chemicals (3). This course deals with the major weeds and insects, which attack field crops and stored grain and the associated herbicides and insecticides. An understanding is developed of how and why herbicides function. AGR 377 Agriculture Safety (3). Study of the hazards, methods of injury prevention, safety education, regulations and advancing safety and health in the agriculture industry. AGR 378 Agricultural Environmental Management Systems (3). Study of animal waste, pesticide, and nutrient management practices in agriculture to reduce and control soil and water pollution and comply with Federal and state regulations. AGR 379 Field Equipment Technology Management (3). Course designed to develop a solid foundation of knowledge that can be used to make efficient field equipment technology management decisions and to help keep a farm enterprise competitive. AGR 380 Veterinary Laboratory Rotation (1). The student will observe and participate in the daily routing of each laboratory department at Breathitt Veterinary Center including histology, serology, virology, bacteriology, necropsy, toxicology and clinical pathology. Practical experience will be gained and laboratory skills will be applied in a clinical setting. Graded pass/fail. AGR 399 Professional Development Seminar I (1). Seminar for agriculture students focusing on the job search process, employment opportunities, and related problems. Recommended for students in the sophomore or junior year. Graded course. AGR 400 Veterinary Microbiology (5). Orientation to the veterinary diagnostic laboratory environment, including familiarization with basic techniques in veterinary bacteriology and mycology, veterinary virology, and clinical serology and immunology. Lecture two hours; laboratory, six hours. Prerequisites:  AGR 329, BIO 101 or 221, CHE 105 and 106 or 121 and 122. AGR 401 Equine Breeding and Management (3). A comprehensive study of the reproductive anatomy and physiology of the stallion and brood mare, as well as the care of the foal from birth to weaning. Special attention is given to current management concepts prevalent in the equine industry today. Prerequisite: AGR 302. (Spring) AGR 402 Advanced Livestock Judging (3). Provides the student with guidelines for evaluation and selection procedures as applied to breeding and market swine, beef cattle and sheep. Special emphasis is placed on training students for livestock judging team. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits. AGR 405 Breaking and Training (3). Fundamental methods of breaking and training the young horse. All students are assigned a horse for application of techniques. Prerequisites:  AGR 304 or 306, and approval of instructor. (Spring) AGR 407 Equine Selection and Evaluation (3). Basic study of selection and evaluation of horses for various uses, including halter and performance. Prerequisite: AGR 302. (Fall) AGR 410 Advanced Veterinary Hematology (4). Concepts of hematopoiesis and the effect of disease on blood cells will be covered. Cell counting, identifications of normal and abnormal blood cells, bone marrow examination, cytology, coagulation, and special hematology skills will be taught. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, four hours. Prerequisites:  AGR 322 and 329. AGR 420 Veterinary Clinical Chemistry (2). Basic concept of clinical chemistry in animals as it related to organ systems and specific diseases will be covered in lecture. The laboratory will emphasize clinical chemistry assays utilizing automated and manual techniques as well as urinalysis and use of laboratory equipment. Prerequisites: AGR 300 and 322; CHE 105 and 106 or 121 and 122. AGR 430 Veterinary Parasitology (2). Basic concepts of parasitology including life cycles and mechanisms of pathogenicity will be covered during lecture. The laboratory portion will emphasize methods of identification of parasites in fecal, blood, and skin specimens. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, four hours for half a semester. Prerequisite: AGR 322. AGR 433 Farm Management (3). A study is made of the management functions and economics of farm organization and operation, including input-output relationships, enterprise combination, and budget analysis. Assignments are given which assist the student in applying economics and management principles to an individual case farm operation. AGR 435 Interpretation of Agricultural Research (2). Students will access, analyze, evaluate and interpret agricultural research for occupational work. The course is oriented towards all fields within the agricultural sector. AGR 436 Undergraduate Research in Agriculture (3-6). Agricultural research projects arranged individually with faculty members who agree to direct the research. A written plan of research must be filed with the school within two weeks of the beginning of the semester. May be repeated once for a maximum of six hours. AGR 437 Senior Honors Thesis (3). A faculty-supervised thesis and/or project which allows Honors Program students with a senior standing to undertake advanced research. A thesis paper and/or written review of the exhibit or performance is required. AGR 439 Software Applications for Agriculture (3). A course designed to develop an enhanced understanding of software programs and techniques in a hands-on environment. Software studied will enhance student skills in farm, nutrient and livestock management as well as customer profiling, billing for custom application and technical communication. Prerequisite:  AGR 399. AGR 444 Purebred Livestock Management & Marketing (3). A study of the management techniques unique to the purebred livestock industry including, but not limited to, animal selection and development, records, measures of performance and preparation for marketing. In addition, the course will include an in-depth look at advertising and marketing techniques common to the livestock industry. Field hours required. Field trips outside of class time required. Prerequisites: AGR 100 AGR 455 Soil Management (3). The control of erosion, organic matter maintenance, effects of fertilizer on the environment, evaluating fertility and fertilization of major crops are emphasized. (Spring) AGR 460 Professional Experience in Horticulture (3). Designed to provide on-the-job training in various horticultural enterprises such as golf courses, florist shops, greenhouse operations and garden centers under supervision of a horticulture professor. May be repeated once if approved by faculty advisor. (Fall, Spring or Summer) AGR 461 Plant Propagation (3). A study of the methods of propagating horticultural plants. Includes cutting, grafting, budding, layerage and seed propagation. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours. (Spring, even years) AGR 462 Fine Turf Management (3). A detailed study of varieties of fine turf grasses and establishment and maintenance of fine turf, including soil and turf relationship, fertilizing and liming, and drainage and irrigation. Lecture two hours; laboratory, two hours. (Spring, even years) AGR 463 Horticultural Therapy (3). Exploring the therapeutic modality that focuses on improving human health and functioning though the use of horticultural programs. The profession of horticultural therapy is based on medical model and is used both nationally and internationally. This course studies the different client populations that benefit from the therapy and how to set treatment goals based on a client’s need. AGR 470 Soil and Water Engineering (3). Surveying, mapping, and determining areas of farm land; designing farm drainage systems; farm ponds; controlling water erosion with terraces and other mechanical structures. Lecture, one hour; laboratory, four hours. (Fall) AGR 471 Applications in Precision Agriculture (3). Designed to understand the acquisition and analysis of geographically referenced data for the management of crop production systems, data formats, geographic information systems, grid sampling, soil fertility and physical properties, herbicide management, combine yield monitoring, variable-rate application, crop modeling and economics. Prerequisite:  AGR 339. AGR 477 Agricultural Power Units (3). A study of small power units relative to agriculture. Includes servicing, maintenance, repair, use, types and applications of electrical motors, pumps, and small internal combustion engines. (Fall, even years) AGR 488 Cooperative Education/Internship (1-3). A meaningful, planned, and evaluated work experience related to the career and educational objectives of the student for which he/she may receive  academic credit and possible financial remuneration. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours from any 488/489 courses. Graded pass/fail. Prerequisite:  permission of chair. AGR 489 Cooperative Education/Internship (1-3). A meaningful, planned, and evaluated work experience related to the career and educational objectives of the student for which he/she may receive  academic credit and possible financial remuneration. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours from any 488/489 courses. Prerequisite:  permission of chair. AGR 499 Leadership/Professional Development Seminar II (1). Seminar for agriculture students focusing on the leadership development and the transition to the world of work and related problems. Recommended for students in the junior or senior year. Graded course. May be repeated up to 3 hours. AGR 501 Diseases of Livestock (3). Distribution, general nature, methods of dissemination, sanitation, prevention and eradication of common infectious and parasitic diseases of domestic animals; hygiene and preventive medicine, with emphasis on the transmissible diseases. (Fall) AGR 502 Advanced Nutrition (3). A study of physical and chemical properties of feeds. Digestion, absorption and metabolism of nutrients and factors affecting these functions are emphasized. The nutrient requirements of farm animals and effects of nutrient deficiencies are also studied. (Fall) AGR 503 Animal Breeding (3). Study of hereditary traits in livestock, breeding designs, progeny testing and herd analysis. (Spring) AGR 506 Reproductive Physiology (3). A study of the reproductive processes in mammals with primary emphasis on domestic farm animals. Will include the anatomy, endocrinology, behavior and general physiology of the reproductive processes. Artificial insemination, estrous control, ova transplants and other practical production practices will be covered. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours. AGR 510 Animal Anatomy and Physiology (3). Deals with the anatomy of body systems, how these systems interrelate, and the physiology of body organs. Species covered include porcine, bovine, equine, canine and feline. Three one-hour lectures per week. Prerequisite:  AGR 310. (Spring) AGR 511 Animal Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory (2). Deals with the anatomy of body systems, how these systems interrelate, and the physiology of body organs. Species covered include porcine, bovine, equine, canine and feline. Two hour laboratories twice per week. Prerequisite:  AGR 310. (Spring) AGR 512 Beef Cattle Management Systems (3). A study of beef production, forage management and marketing systems. Lecture, one hour; laboratory, four hours. Prerequisites:  AGR 100 and 311. (Fall) AGR 514 Teaching Students Horsemanship (3). Designed for students interested in teaching techniques of teaching horsemanship. Course includes preparation and application of lesson plans. Prerequisite:  AGR 304 or 306. (Fall) AGR 523 Artificial Insemination Techniques for Cattle (3). Designed to train students to become competent A.I. technicians. Topics discussed will include reproductive processes, health, nutrition, facilities and management of breeding herd. Techniques concerning semen handling, heat synchronization and heat detection will be taught. Laboratories will be designed to give students actual experience in inseminating cattle. Prerequisites:  AGR 100 and AGR 311 or consent of instructor. (Summer, with sufficient demand) AGR 530 Advanced Agricultural Prices (3). Methods of price analysis and forecasting. Index numbers, time series data commodity flows and statistical techniques as applied to price analysis. Special emphasis will be placed upon the use of commodity futures markets in estimating cash prices and in protecting producers from cash price fluctuations. (Fall, even years) AGR 531 Agricultural Finance (3). A study of the needs and problems of financing farm and farm service businesses, including a study of credit institutions serving American agriculture. (Fall) AGR 532 Farm and Land Appraisal (3). A study of the methods and procedures of land and farm property valuation with attention to appraisal programs of the credit and farm service institutions. Prerequisite:  AGR 130. (Fall) AGR 533 Seminar in International Agriculture Systems (3). A course designed to enhance student’s understanding of international agriculture systems and how they relate to the overall impact on world food processing and production. An emphasis is placed on systems which have the potential to impact and add-value to American agriculture, as well as those which hold key relationships to U.S. based agricultural trade and food development. AGR 534 Types and Systems of Farming and Agribusiness (3). Includes a general statistical analysis of U.S. agriculture with attention to major agricultural regions of the nation and types of farming areas of Kentucky. Special emphasis is given to the organization of West Kentucky and regional farms and agribusinesses. Field trips, interviews and financial analysis of successful firms. (Summer, with sufficient demand) AGR 535 Agricultural Policy (3). The history, principles, setting objectives and means of policy as applied to agriculture in our society. Prerequisite:  AGR 336. (Spring) AGR 536 Quantitative Methods for Agribusiness (3). A study of the use and theory of mathematics as it applies to the fields of agriculture, finance and economics. Attention is given to the elementary uses of algebra, matrix algebra and the calculus as they apply to optimization problems in resource use efficiency. The same mathematics will be applied to time value of money topics. Prerequisites: ECO 230, 231 and MAT 140. (Spring, odd years) Must be admitted to graduate studies prior to registering for this course to receive graduate credit. AGR 537 Seminar in Agricultural Business Systems (2). Course designed to enhance student’s understanding of, and experience in, agricultural business systems. Emphasis will be placed on strategies of managing a successful agribusiness operation and /or farmer-owned cooperatives. Prerequisite: AGR 130. Must be admitted to graduate studies prior to registering for this course to receive graduate credit. AGR 538 Seminar in Production Agricultural Systems (2). Designed to enhance student’s understanding of, and experience in, production agriculture systems and how they relate to a successful farming operation. An emphasis is placed on systems, which have the potential to impact and add-value to the local, regional and national agriculture economy, through classroom as well as laboratory experiences. Must be admitted to graduate studies prior to registering for this course to receive graduate credit. AGR 539 Advanced Computer Applications for Agriculture (3). An intensive course designed to enhance the computer skills of agriculture students and to give them the skills necessary to generate useful information and solve a variety of agriculturally specific problems. Students receive instruction on advanced word processing concepts, budget generation, statistical analysis, agribusiness related software and global positioning systems in agriculture. Prerequisite:  AGR 339. AGR 540 Veterinary Surgery and Anesthesia (4). Clinical principles, practices and procedures involved in the field of veterinary medicine. For animal health technology students with senior standing. Prerequisites:  AGR 310, 322, 329 and 332. AGR 542 Plant Breeding I (3). Basic principles and methods used in the improvement of important agronomic and horticultural crops. (Fall, even years) AGR 546 Integrated Pest Management (3). Principles of plant pest control as related to developmental stages of crop plants. Evaluation of pest problems, alternative control methods and effects on the ecosystem. Emphasis on economic control of insect and disease vectors that affect agricultural crops. (Spring, even years) AGR 547 Crop Management (3). Study of the distribution, economic importance and management of forage, grain crops and tobacco. (Fall) AGR 548 Crop Physiology (3). Basic principles of crop physiology; the effect of environment and management practice on physiological processes, growth and development of crops. (Spring, odd years) AGR 549 Weeds and Their Control (3). A study of the introduction, methods of dissemination, reproduction and control of weeds by the most reliable methods and techniques. Prerequisite:  AGR 160 or 240. (Fall) AGR 550 Applied Pharmacology (3). Advanced clinical principles, practices and procedures in the field of veterinary medicine. Prerequisites:  CHE 105 and 106, or CHE 201 and 202. AGR 551 Selected Studies in Agriculture (1-3). An intensive study of an agriculture topic that will vary from semester to semester. May be repeated to a maximum of six hours. (As demanded) AGR 554 Soil and Plant Analysis (3). A study of the chemical and analytical procedures used on soils and plants along with instruction and theory of the use of common analytical equipment. Lecture, one hour; laboratory, four hours. Prerequisite:  AGR 250. (Fall) AGR 555 Advanced Soil Fertility (3). The chemistry of the essential elements in soils and the use and the manufacturing processes of various fertilizer materials are considered. Prerequisite:  AGR 250. (Spring) AGR 563 Arboriculture (3). Classification, identification and care of ornamental trees, shrubs and vines, including pruning, bracing, surgery, transplanting, insect and disease control, and fertilization, as related to large areas of organized plantings. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours. (Spring, odd years) AGR 566 Advanced Greenhouse Management and Production (3). A study of the principles and practices used in the production of specific important greenhouse crops. Considerable emphasis will be placed on the manipulation of environmental conditions during production. (Fall, even years) AGR 569 Plants for Interior Design (2). A study of the basic plants used for interior design and decoration. This study includes identification, nomenclature, growing requirements, insect and disease problems and proper use of these plants in interiors. AGR 571 Advanced Precision Agriculture (3). Designed for students who desire to apply and expand knowledge of the acquisition and analysis of geographically referenced data for the management of crop production systems, data formats, geographic information systems, grid sampling, soil fertility and physical properties, herbicide management, yield monitoring, variable-rate application, crop modeling and economics. AGR 573 Agricultural Processing Systems (3). An analysis of systems and methods for harvesting, processing and storing agricultural products. Includes drying and curing principles, grinding, mixing, cleaning, sorting, material handling and structural environmental design. (Fall, even years) AGR 574 Agricultural Irrigation and Water Systems (3). Includes determining water needs, water sources, pumps, fundamental pipeline hydraulics and designing a complete irrigation and/or water system for the farm.  (Spring, even years) AGR 575 Combine and Grain Handling  Systems (3). Developing a complete grain harvesting, handling, drying and storage operation. A study of combine operation and the materials flow concept, closed loop handling, psychrometrics, grain drying, drying methods, facility layout and facility management. Combine comparison, selection and utilization. AGR 576 Agricultural Electrification Systems (3). Study of the basic principles of electricity, the fundamentals of wiring and selection, the operation and economics of agricultural electricity equipment. (Spring) AGR 577 Tractor Power Principles (3). Study of the principles governing the selection and application of tractors and power driven machines. Emphasis is placed on operating systems of engines, including compression, ignition and carburetion. Mechanical principles of tractors and preventive maintenance included. (Fall, odd years) AGR 578 Research and Development of Agriculture Tractors and Equipment (3). Tours of the major agriculture tractor and equipment industries. The tours include:  research and development, engineering, foundries, and the assembly of engines, transmissions, final drives, combines, cotton pickers, and planting equipment. (Summer) AGR 580 Veterinary Products (3). This course deals with old and new products currently available in the veterinary market. Market will include the ordering and purchasing of wholesale products, selling, inventory control, computer programming, marketing, and pricing of products utilized in a veterinary practice. (Fall) AGR 582  Veterinary Practice and Operations (3). Course will deal with the day to day events centered around the operation of a veterinary practice. Supervisory skills, communication skills, inventory, bookkeeping, planning, and advertising are the main areas stressed in this course.   AGR 585 Specialized Journalism/RTV (1-3). Directed individual study. Can be a journalistic effort in areas such as science, sports, government, religion, graphics, etc., or a project in radio or television such as a major production or series, an extensive research project and paper, or other approved project. Prerequisites:  consent of instructor and written approved proposal required prior to registration. AGR 590 Internship in Animal Technology (3-6). Practical full-time work experience to be arranged through an animal-related facility during the fall, spring or summer session. Site to be arranged by the student and approved by the course coordinator. May be repeated for a total of six credit hours. Prerequisites:  AGR 100, 300, 331, 332, 340, 351 and 400. Enrollment only by consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring or Summer) Anthropology (ANT) ANT 140 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (3). A survey of the diverse ways human societies are organized with an analysis of how their cultures meet the common and distinctive needs of these societies, with emphasis placed upon non-literate peoples. ANT 311 Anthropology of Complex Societies (3). An analysis of a range of societal types including small hunting bands, peasant societies and emerging urban societies. Primary emphasis will be placed on the processes that lead to the emergence of complex societies, rural to urban migration in non-western societies, and a cultural analysis of the southern United States. Prerequisite:  ANT 140 or consent of instructor. ANT 315 Special Topics in Anthropology (3). This seminar will cover an important topic or related topics. Both student and faculty interest will determine the topic. Students will both contribute and lead discussions of the readings. Research paper is required. May be repeated. ANT 325 Biological Anthropology (3). The biological nature of man. A survey of man’s physical origin, his primate background, and his evolution. Cultural association with fossil evidence and concepts of race. ANT 329 The American Indians (3). A history of the Indians of North America from the earliest times until the late nineteenth century. This course focuses on the cultures, customs and traditions of the various Indian civilizations of the United States. (Same as HIS 329.) ANT 330 Contemporary Latin American Cultures (3). A survey of present cultures in Latin America, emphasizing problems of acculturation, cultural conflict and change, and the mechanisms which maintain indigenous cultures. Prerequisite:  ANT 140 or consent of instructor. ANT 343 Minorities in the United States (3). Identity, goals and organization of minority groups; dynamics of prejudice; processes of communication, conflict and accommodation. Prerequisite:  six hours of sociology or anthropology, or consent of instructor. (Same as SOC 343.) ANT 344 The Black Experience (3). An analysis of the African American way of life utilizing anthropological and historical approaches. Major themes in black culture will include religion, family relations and political empowerment. Biographical, autobiographical and ethnographic materials will be utilized. (Same as SOC 344.) ANT 345 Cultural Ecology (3). An examination of how humankind has used the various aspects of the social structure to adapt to the physical environment. Current ecological theories will be utilized to examine social evolution from hunting and gathering to industrial societies. (Same as SOC 345.) ANT 356 The Art of Non-Western Cultures (3). Study of the arts of Asia, Oceania, Africa and the Pre-Western Americas. (Same as ART, MCG, RGS 356.) ANT 390 Applied Anthropology (3). A study of how anthropologists use their knowledge to solve special social and technical problems. Topics to be covered include the history of applied anthropology, the ethics of significantly altering the culture of the group, and the explanation of how and why behavioral systems change. Prerequisite:  six hours of anthropology or consent of instructor. ANT 400 Medical Anthropology (3). This course examines cultural differences in health and health care practices, and western and non-western patterns of cultural responses to various diseases. The course concentrates on how societies explain and treat disease, and how they respond to modern and traditional medical institutional settings. ANT 437 Senior Honors Thesis (3). A faculty-supervised thesis and/or project which allows Honors Program students with a senior standing to undertake advanced research. A thesis paper and/or written review of the exhibit or performance is required. ANT 450 History of Anthropological Thought (3). An examination of the history and development of the field of anthropology with special emphasis on the theories and practitioners of the discipline. ANT 470 Comparative Cultures (3). A study of cultural traits and social institutions of selected societies. Prerequisite:  nine hours of anthropology or consent of instructor. ANT 488 Cooperative Education/Internship (1-3). A meaningful, planned, and evaluated work experience related to the career and educational objectives of the student for which he/she may receive  academic credit and possible financial remuneration. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours from any 488/489 courses. Graded pass/fail. Prerequisite:  permission of chair. ANT 489 Cooperative Education/Internship (1-3). A meaningful, planned, and evaluated work experience related to the career and educational objectives of the student for which he/she may receive  academic credit and possible financial remuneration. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours from any 488/489 courses. Prerequisite:  permission of chair. ANT 500 Directed Studies (1-3). Selected topics in anthropology as arranged by the student and a professor. May be repeated up to nine hours credit. Prerequisites:  at least 12 hours of anthropology and permission of department chair. ANT 596 The Minority Elderly (3). This course focuses on the minority elderly including racial, ethnic and lower income groups. Applicable concepts and theories in social gerontology will also be covered. Prerequisite:  nine hours of anthropology, gerontology or sociology or consent of instructor. (Same as GTY 596.) ARCHAEOLOGY (ARC) ARC 150 Introduction to Archaeology (3). Survey of archaeology’s contribution to humankind’s knowledge of prehistoric and historic development on a worldwide basis with emphasis placed upon discoveries rather than methods of archaeology. ARC 300 Archaeological Method and Theory (3). History theory, and methods of archaeology; introduction to problems and techniques of field and laboratory research (mapping, recording, artifact classification, reporting). Lectures and laboratory sessions. Prerequisite:  ARC 150 or consent of instructor. ARC 302 Archaeological Field Work I (5). Field training in the strategy and tactics of archaeological survey and excavation; intensive instruction in the recovery and documentation of cultural remains and data from archaeological sites. Six weeks continuous field work. Usually offered only during summer session. Prerequisites:  ARC 150 and 300, or consent of instructor. ARC 304 Archaeological Laboratory Methods (1). Practical training in the organization and methods of archaeological laboratory procedures. Instruction in processing, cataloguing, preliminary analysis, and preparation for curation/archival storage of cultural remains and records resulting from archaeological field work. Repeatable for a maximum of three credits. Prerequisite:  ARC 150 and 302 or permission of the instructor. ARC 308 Documentary Archaeology (1). An examination of archaeological subjects as discussed in recent documentaries. Course includes video footage from archaeological sites in both the New and Old Worlds. Prerequisite: ARC 150 or permission of instructor. ARC 310 Archaeological Laws and Ethics (1). Examines archaeological laws and archaeological ethics from Kentucky and the United States that directly affect the professional practice of archaeology. Prerequisite: ARC 150, or permission of instructor. ARC 315 Special Topics in Archaeology (1-3). Seminar will cover an important topic or related topics. Both student and faculty interest will determine the topic. Students will contribute to class through discussions of assigned readings and research. The course has variable credit and may be repeated three times for a total of nine credit hours. Prerequisite: ANT 140 or ARC 150, or permission of instructor. ARC 321 Ancient Civilizations (3). An in-depth anthropological, archeological and historical examination of the origins of seven of the world’s earliest civilizations (Southwest Asia, Egypt, India, China, Mesoamerica, Andean and North American). ARC 330 North American Archaeology (3). A survey of prehistoric North American Indian cultures from 15,000 B.C. through historic contact. Emphasis placed on archaeological cultural histories of North America. Prerequisite:  ARC 150. ARC 335 Forensic Archaeology (3). An examination of the methods used by forensic anthropologists to determine the identity, age, sex and race of an individual from skeletal remains using archaeological and anthropological field and laboratory methods. Prerequisites:  ARC 150 or permission of instructor. ARC 340 Archaeology of Africa (3). A survey of the archaeology of Africa, from human origins to the historic period. Emphasis placed on the archaeological evidence of African culture history before the advent of European colonization. ARC 350 Contract Archaeology (3). This course includes an examination of the federal and state laws that mandate contract archeology, how to prepare cost estimates for prospective clients, and how to conduct contract archeology projects. ARC 360 Historical Archaeology (3). A methodological survey of the archaeology of historical societies, with geographic concentration on North America. Emphasis on research strategies and special problems in the archaeological study of literate societies. Prerequisite:  ARC 150 or consent of instructor. ARC 362 Frontier Archaeology (4). This course examines the archaeology of the colonial and frontier eras (1650-1800) of the Ohio and Mississippi River valleys.  Special emphasis is placed on those sites within the river valleys that have been studied archaeologically.  Field  (day) trips as lab work to visit several of these sites are required on four weekends during the semester. Prerequisites: ARC 150 and 360; HIS 221 or consent of instructor. ARC 370 Archaeology of the Eastern Woodlands (3). An intensive examination of eastern U.S. prehistory from 12,000 B.C. through A.D. 1700, covering major cultural traditions, e.g. Paleo, Archaic, Woodland (Adena and Hopewell), and post-Woodland Indian groups (Ft. Ancient and Mississippian). Course includes the study of general midwestern U.S. and southeastern prehistory. Prerequisite:  ARC 150. ARC 375 Archaeology of the Western Great Lakes (3). The archaeology of the western Great Lakes from 10,000 B.C. until A.D. 1800 is discussed. Special emphasis will be placed on the archaeology of the Upper and Lower Peninsula’s of Michigan. Prerequisite:  ARC 150 or permission of instructor. ARC 385 Archaeology of Eastern Asia (3). A survey of the archaeology of Eastern Asia, from human origins to the historic period. Emphasis is placed on the archaeological evidence from the emergence of East Asian complex societies and culture history before the advent of European contact. Prerequisites:  ARC 150 or permission of instructor. ARC 390 Geoarchaeology  (3). Geoarchaeology is the field of study that applies the concepts and methods of the geosciences to archaeological research. Prerequisites:  ARC 150 and GSC 336. (Same as GSC 390) ARC 395 Archaeology of Religion (3). A survey of the archaeological evidence for religions throughout the world, from the earliest expressions of spirituality to the modern world religions. Emphasis is placed on the archaeological evidence for recognizing religious expressions in general, and for the emergence of modern world religions. Archaeological interpretations of New World, African, and Australian religions will be considered in comparative perspective. Fieldwork to a house of worship or cemetery will be required. Prerequisite: ARC 150 or permission of instructor. (Same as RGS 395) ARC 425 Advanced Archaeological Laboratory Methods (3). Advanced training in the analysis of archaeological materials and writing of an archaeological study for professional presentation and publication. Prerequisites:  ARC 150, 300 and 304. ARC 500 Directed Studies (3). Selected topics in archaeology as arranged by the student and a professor. May be repeated for up to nine hours. Prerequisites:  At least 12 hours of archaeology and permission of department chair. ARC 510 Advanced Archaeological Field Work (3-6). Advanced field training in the strategy and tactics of archaeological survey and excavation. Intensive instruction in recovery and documentation of cultural remains and data from archaeological sites, the organization and logistics of archaeological field projects, and supervision of field crews. Six weeks of continuous field work. Usually offered only during the summer session. May be repeated for up to six hours credit. Prerequisite:  ARC 302 or permission of instructor. ARC 592 Historic Preservation (3). This course will provide a general overview of the different aspects of historic preservation, including downtown revitalization, neighborhood organization, historic house management, preservation legislation, preservation education and historic architecture. Much of the class is taught in a laboratory atmosphere, with students making on-site visits to a variety of historic preservation projects. Emphasis is given to the study of the development of American architectural styles, so that students can recognize historic houses and place them in a wider context. ARC 598 Museum Studies (3). This course will provide a broad introduction to the field of museum work. Topics included will be the history and philosophy of museums; the social, economic and political trends that shape museums; the staffing, management and financing of museums; and the multiple functions of museums — collection and care of objects, exhibition design and interpretation, educational programs, research activities and public relations.  (Same as HIS 598.) Art (ART) Note: All prerequisite courses apply to students in art programs. Students not majoring or minoring in art may take any of the art courses listed if approved by the instructor and the department of art. ART 099 Freshman Orientation (1). Introductory seminar for all first-semester art majors, including transfer students. Only one freshman orientation course will count toward graduation. Graded pass/fail ART 101 Drawing I: Introduction to Drawing (3). Drawing with an emphasis on the development of visual perception. Six hours per week. ART 105 Studio Art for Non-Majors (3). A studio course designed to introduce non-art majors to the processes of visual language and basic studio techniques that are fundamental to creating images. Six hours per week. ART 111 Two-dimensional Design (3). Fundamental elements and concepts of design. Six hours per week. ART 112 Three-dimensional Design (3). Fundamental elements and concepts of three-dimensional design. Six hours per week. ART 121 Art Appreciation (3). Surveys the various aspects of the visual and functional arts and their relationship to human life and society. A variety of art forms from different cultures and historical periods will be studied. Does not count toward art history minor. A student cannot have credit for both ART 121 and HON 161. ART 201 Drawing II: Life Drawing (3). Figure drawing in varied media. Six hours per week. Prerequisites: ART 101 or permission of instructor. ART 211 Introduction to the History of Art I (3). A survey of the history of art from Prehistory through the Middle-Ages. ART 212 Introduction to the History of Art II (3). A survey of the history of art from the Renaissance to the present. ART 298 Mid-Degree Review (0). Critique of selected works by a jury of art department faculty. Undergraduate and transfer students pursuing a baccalaureate degree in art must register for ART 298 the semester immediately following the completion of 30 credit hours in art. ART 300 Drawing III (3). A conceptual study of both figurative and abstract approaches to drawing. Six hours per week. Prerequisites: ART 101 and 201 or permission of instructor. ART 303 Drawing IV (3). Exploration of drawing ideas with emphasis on the development of personal expression. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 300 or permission of instructor. ART 304 Drawing V (3). Continuation of ART 303.  Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 303 or permission of instructor. ART 309 Introduction to Metalsmithing I (3). Metals in jewelry-making, holloware, small sculpture, and object-making with an emphasis on design and craftsmanship. Six hours per week. Prerequisites: ART 101 and 112 or permission of instructor. ART 310 Introduction to Wood I (3). Three-dimensional design as it relates to ideas, tools, materials and processes. The student designs projects which integrate aesthetics and function using a variety of materials and processes. Six hours per week. Prerequisite: ART 112 or permission of instructor. ART 311 Metalsmithing II (3). Introduction to several casting techniques as well as a continuation of skills learned in ART 309. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 309 or permission of instructor. ART 312 Metalsmithing III (3). Advanced problems in metalsmithing with an emphasis in ideation and conceptualization of content. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 311 or permission of instructor. ART 313 Wood II (3). Exploration of functional design with an emphasis on development of personal direction in design. Advanced methods of construction and techniques will be taught. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 310 or permission of instructor. ART 314 Wood III (3). Advanced problems in functional design. Chair and table construction will be emphasized in this class. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 313 or permission of instructor. ART 330 Introduction to Painting I (3). This course covers basics of color theory and materials and techniques of painting in oil. Problems stress the mastery of the medium first, and then using it to render from observation.  ART 101, 111, and 201 or permission of instructor. Six hours per week. Required course for teacher certification. ART 333 Painting II (3). Continuation of ART 330. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 330 or permission of instructor. ART 334 Painting III (3). Continuation of ART 333. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 333 or permission of instructor. ART 341 Fundamentals of Elementary School Art (3). Survey of the profession of art education at the elementary school level. Provides students with a combination of clinical and field experiences. Includes laboratory and lecture experiences in elementary school art materials and teaching methods. This course is designed for the art major pursuing teacher certification in ART P-12. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  EDU 103 or permission of the instructor. ART 342 Fundamentals of Secondary School Art (3). Survey of the profession of art education at the junior and senior high school levels. Provides students with a combination of clinical and field experiences. A course similar to ART 341 with emphasis upon teaching of art on the junior and senior high school levels. This course is designed for the art major pursuing teacher certification in ART P-12. Six hours per week. Field hours required. Prerequisite:  ART 341 and EDU 103 or permission of the instructor. ART 343 Art Materials and Techniques for the Classroom Teacher (3). A studio art education course emphasizing visual learning in all curricular areas of the elementary classroom. This course provides prospective elementary classroom teachers, early childhood educators, and special education teachers with the necessary art making skills in a variety of media and techniques. Class sessions include demonstration, experimentation, and manipulation of materials and techniques leading to reflective decision-making as well as critical assessment of finished work. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  EDU 103 or permission of the instructor. ART 346 Introduction to Fibers I (3). Introduction to fiber forms through the use of on-loom and off-loom weaving techniques, surface design processes and sculptural applications. ART 101, 111, 112 and 201 or permission of instructor. ART 347 Fibers II (3). Introduction to techniques appropriate to costume, fashion design and double weave techniques; exploration of concept. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 346 or permission of instructor.   ART 348 Fibers III (3). Exploration of concepts in fibers with emphasis on the development of a personal expression. Six hours per week. Prerequisites: ART 346 and ART 347 or permission of instructor.   ART 350 Introduction to Graphic Design I: Digital Art (3). Introduction to the computer as a tool for fine art and illustration. Students are taught computer techniques and approaches to creating art. Six hours per week. Prerequisites:  ART 101 and 111. ART 351 Graphic Design II: Type and Image (3). Introduction to type and image production for graphic design. Students learn traditional and computer based problem-solving techniques. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 350 or permission of instructor. ART 352 Graphic Design III:  Layout and Introduction to Design Systems (3). Intermediate level study in graphic design focusing on layout for publication. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 350 (ART 351 is also recommended) or permission of instructor. ART 356 The Art of Non-Western Cultures (3). Study of the arts of Asia, Oceania, Africa and the Pre-Western Americas. (Same as ANT, MCG, RGS 356.) ART 360 Introduction to Sculpture I (3). A study of form, space and surface through the development of 3-D sculptural assignments. Basic sculpture techniques involving additive and subtractive methods. Studio and lecture. Six hours per week. Prerequisites:  ART 111 and 112 or permission of instructor. ART 361 Sculpture II (3). Further exploration of form, space, and surface and an introduction to more advanced techniques and permanent materials. Studio and lecture. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 360 or permission of instructor. ART 362 Sculpture III (3). A continuation of ART 361. Studio and lecture. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 361 or permission of instructor. ART 370 Introduction to Ceramics I (3). Beginning ceramics furnishes the student with basic approaches to clay working:  throwing, hand building, press molding, clay extrusion, plus glazing and firing ware. The class may be taken by non-majors as well as by students who are majoring in art. Six hours per week. ART 371 Ceramics II (3). A further study of formation techniques and lecture materials covering clay bodies, slips, colored engobes, firing and glazing. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 370 or permission of instructor. ART 372 Ceramics III (3). Continuation of ART 371. Students will study glaze calculation and testing as well as concentrating on their own goal-based creative work. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 371 or permission of instructor. ART 379 Introduction to Printmaking I (3). Introduction to the techniques and materials of intaglio and relief printing, including collograph, drypoint, etching and linoleum cuts. Composition, craftsmanship, and technique are emphasized. Six hours per week. Prerequisites: ART 101, 201, 111 and 112 or permission of instructor.   ART 380 Printmaking II (3). Introduction to the techniques and materials of lithography including stone, plate and photo lithography. Composition, craftsmanship, technique and individual investigation are emphasized. Criticism and discussion. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 379 or permission of instructor. ART 381 Printmaking III (3). Introduction to the techniques and material of silkscreen, including photo silkscreen. Composition, craftsmanship, technique and individual investigation are emphasized. Criticism and discussion.  Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 380 or permission of instructor. ART 382 Introduction to Photography I (3). Includes various photographic processes, cameras (structures, use, operation), films (types, use and development) and print development (darkroom techniques). Both technical and compositional aspects are stressed. Criticism and discussion. Cameras are not supplied. Six hours per week. ART 383 Photography II (3). Continuation and refinement of technical aspects presented in ART 382 with expanded emphasis on individual investigation. Discussion and criticism. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 382 or permission of instructor. ART 384 Photography III (3). Exploration of personal style and various photographic processes. Discussion and investigation of historical and current photographic concerns and trends. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 383 or permission of instructor. ART 385 Introduction to Cinematography (3). Techniques and criticism of motion pictures. Basic format in Super-8 or videotape for both class and individual productions. Cameras are not supplied. ART 390 Seminar (3). Special projects and activities course involving problems utilizing special talents of Department of Art faculty and guest artists. Six hours per week. May be repeated up to three times for credit. ART 397 Introduction to Papermaking and Bookbinding (3). Papermaking and bookbinding processes, tools, equipment and materials. Individual investigation, technical proficiency and design are emphasized. Six hours per week. Prerequisites:  ART 101, 201, 111, 112 and 379 or permission of instructor. ART 399 Professional Practices (1). A survey of the resources, methods and skills employed by artists in a range of professions. ART 403 Drawing VI (3). Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 303 or permission of instructor. ART 404 Drawing VII (3). Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 403 or permission of instructor. ART 411 Metalsmithing IV (3). Advanced problems in metalsmithing. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 312 or permission of instructor. ART 412 Metalsmithing V (3). Use of metals in jewelry-making, holloware, small sculpture, and/or object-making. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 411 or permission of instructor. ART 413 Wood IV (3). Advanced problems in functional design. Complex carcass and drawer construction will be emphasized. Six hours per week. Prerequisite: ART 314 or permission of instructor. ART 414 Wood V (3). Advanced problems in functional design. Students will design and build functional pieces of their choosing. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 413 or permission of instructor. ART 415 Greek and Roman Art (3). Topics in the history of the art and architecture of ancient Greece and Rome through the late Antique. Prerequisite:  ART 211 or permission of instructor. ART 416 Medieval Art (3). Topics in the history of art from the Early Christian through the Gothic period. Prerequisite:  ART 211 or permission of instructor. (Same as RGS 417.) ART 418 Renaissance Art (3). Topics in the history of the Renaissance. Prerequisite:  ART 212 or permission of instructor. ART 419 Baroque Art (3). Topics in the history of the art of the Baroque period, mainly in Europe. Prerequisite:  ART 212 or permission of instructor. ART 425 Art of Asia (3). A history of the art of India, Central and Southeast Asia, China, Korea, and Japan. Prerequisites: Both ART 211 and 212, or ART 356, or permission of instructor. (Same as RGS 425.) ART 426 Romanticism to Realism (3). History of Nineteenth-Century art from the Romantic period through Realism (c. 1800 to c. 1870). Prerequisite:  ART 212 or permission of instructor. ART 427 Late-Nineteenth Century Art (3). The history of Western art from c. 1870 to c. 1900. Prerequisite:  ART 212 or permission of instructor.   ART 428 Nineteenth-Century Art (3). History of 19th Century Western art. Prerequisite:  ART 212 or permission of instructor. ART 429 Art from 1900 to 1960 (3). History of Western art from 1900 to 1960. Prerequisite:  ART 212 or permission of instructor. ART 430 Contemporary Art, 1960 to the Present (3). History of contemporary art from 1960 to the present. Prerequisite:  ART 212. ART 433 Painting IV (3). Advanced problems. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 334 or permission of instructor. ART 434 Painting V (3). Exploration of painting and ideas with emphasis on personal expression. Criticism and discussion. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 433 or permission of instructor. ART 437 Senior Honors Thesis (3). A faculty-supervised thesis and/or project which allows Honors Program students with a senior standing to undertake advanced research. A thesis paper and/or written review of the exhibit or performance is required. ART 447 Fibers IV (3). Students pursue in-depth investigations of advanced processes and concepts in fibers. They are expected to create a body of work to be exhibited in their senior exhibition. Six hours per week. Prerequisite: ART 346, 347 and 348, or permission of instructor. ART 448 Fibers V (3). A continuation of ART 447. Six hours per week. Prerequisites: ART 346, 347, 348 and 447, or permission of instructor. ART 451 Graphic Design IV:  System Design (3). Advanced level design for multimedia and the Internet. Web page design and exploration of multi-media. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 351, 352, or permission of instructor. ART 452 Graphic Design V:  Senior Portfolio (3). Terminal level study in graphic design involving directed research, portfolio preparation and group evaluation. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 351, 352, or permission of instructor. ART 461 Sculpture IV (3). Selected problems involved in the sculpture process. Opportunity for directed study and studio work in a variety of three-dimensional media or processes. Emphasis on developing a creative body of work. Studio and lecture. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 362 or permission of instructor. ART 462 Sculpture V (3). A continuation of ART 461. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 461 or permission of instructor. Studio and lecture. ART 471 Ceramics IV (3). Students majoring in ceramics will study kiln construction and design. In addition to subject matter instruction, students will pursue the normal work load assignments and critique session plus glazing and firing. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 372 or permission of instructor. ART 472 Ceramics V (3). Continuation of ART 471. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 471 or permission of instructor. ART 480 Printmaking IV (3). Advanced problems and  further exploration of the techniques, processes, tool and equipment related to intaglio, lithography, relief and silkscreen. Individual direction, technical proficiency and personal expression are emphasized. Criticism and discussion. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 381 or permission of instructor. ART 481 Printmaking V (3). Continuation of ART 480. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 480 or permission of instructor. ART 483 Photography IV (3). Investigation of nontraditional and/or new technology related to light-sensitive image-making. Refinement of personal visual direction. Research into new techniques and/or visual trends in society and industry. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 384 or permission of instructor. ART 484 Photography V (3). Concentrated study of selected photographic processes as related to student’s professional goals. Individual explorations are to culminate in a unified body of work such as a book or portfolio, to help prepare the student for his/her senior show, and to facilitate entry into graduate school or the workplace. Prerequisite:  ART 483 or permission of instructor. ART 488 Cooperative Education/Internship (1-3). A meaningful, planned, and evaluated work experience related to the career and educational objectives of the student for which he/she may receive  academic credit and possible financial remuneration. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours from any 488/489 courses. Graded pass/fail. Prerequisite:  permission of chair. ART 489 Cooperative Education/Internship (1-3). A meaningful, planned, and evaluated work experience related to the career and educational objectives of the student for which he/she may receive  academic credit and possible financial remuneration. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours from any 488/489 courses. Prerequisite:  permission of chair. ART 490 Special Problems in Studio Art (3). An independent problems course in studio art for advanced undergraduates majoring in art under the direction of a faculty member. The student must submit and receive approval of a detailed study plan prior to registration. May be repeated up to three times for credit. Prerequisites: consent of supervising faculty member and permission of department chair. ART 491 Special Problems in Art History (3). An independent problems course in art history for advanced undergraduates majoring in art under the direction of the art history faculty. The student must submit and receive approval of a detailed study plan prior to registration. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisites:  consent of supervising faculty member and permission of department chair. ART 492 Special Problems in Art Education (3). An independent problems course in art education for advanced undergraduates majoring in art under the direction of the art education faculty member. The student must submit and receive approval of a detailed study plan prior to registration. Does not count as a studio elective. May be repeated up to three times for credit. Prerequisite:  consent of supervising faculty member and permission of department chair. ART 497 B.F.A. Project (3). Investigation of individual concepts and techniques culminating in a professional B.F.A. exhibition. Prerequisite:  completion of six hours of 400-level studio courses in the emphasis. ART 498 B.F.A. Practicum Exhibition (3). Final project for the B.F.A. candidate taking an area in art. Documentation (slides/video) and written statement (which includes a description of the direction and influences upon the student’s work) must accompany the practicum exhibition. Graded pass/fail. Prerequisites:  ART 497 and 298, or permission of instructor. ART 499 B.A./B.S. Practicum Group Exhibition (1). Final project for the B.A./B.S. candidate taking an area in art. Written statement, including description of the direction and influences upon the student’s work, must accompany the work exhibited in the practicum exhibition. Graded pass/fail. Prerequisites:  ART 298 and senior year, the final semester of the student’s program of study, or permission of instructor. Note:  In 500-level studio and art history courses, students enrolled for graduate credit will be required to do additional work. ART 501 Seminar:  Special Topics in Art History (3). Changing seminar topics to be determined by the instructor and student interest. May be repeated up to nine credit hours. Prerequisite:  ART 211 and 212, or permission of instructor. ART 502 Seminar:  Contemporary Issues in Art (3). A study of modern critical methodologies and their application in analysis of contemporary art. Students enrolled for graduate credit will be required to do additional work. B.A./B.S. majors must have permission of instructor. Prerequisite:  ART 428 or 429 or ART 430. Required of all B.F.A. and M.A. studio degree candidates. ART 503 Drawing VIII (3). Concentrated exploration of drawing with emphasis on personal expression. Criticism and discussion. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  two drawing courses or permission of instructor. ART 504 Drawing IX (3). Continuation of ART 503. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 503 or permission of instructor. ART 505 Weaving (3). Pursuit of techniques and materials needed to develop a personal statement in fiber form. Multi-harness and construction weaving. Six hours per week. Prerequisites:  two courses in weaving or permission of instructor. ART 506 Weaving (3). Continuation of ART 505. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 505 or permission of instructor. ART 507 Surface Design (3). Pursuit of techniques and materials needed to develop a personal statement in fabric forms. Emphasis on three-dimensional concepts in fabric construction. Six hours per week. Prerequisites: two courses in textile decoration or permission of instructor. ART 508 Surface Design (3). Continuation of ART 507. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 507 or permission of instructor. ART 511 Metalsmithing VI (3). A concentrated exploration of the use of metals in jewelry-making and holloware. Six hours per week. Prerequisites:  two courses in metalsmithing or permission of instructor. ART 512 Metalsmithing VII (3). Continuation of ART 511. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 511 or permission of instructor. ART 513 Wood VI (3). Advanced problems in functional design. Students will design and build functional pieces of their choosing. Six hours per week. Prerequisites:  two courses in functional design or permission of instructor. ART 514 Wood VII (3). Advanced problems in functional design. Students will design and build functional pieces of their choosing. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 513 or permission of instructor. ART 515 Greek and Roman Art (3). History of the art and architecture of ancient Greece and Rome through the late Empire. Prerequisite:  ART 215 or permission of instructor. ART 516 Early Medieval Art (3). History of the art of the early Christian/late Imperial Roman era through the Ottonian period. Prerequisite:  ART 215 or permission of instructor. ART 517 Late Medieval Art (3). History of medieval art from the Romanesque period through the late Gothic period. Prerequisite:  ART 215 or permission of instructor. ART 518 Renaissance Art (3). History of the art of the Renaissance. Prerequisite:  ART 218 or permission of instructor. ART 519 Baroque Art (3). History of the art of the Baroque period, mainly in Europe. Prerequisite:  ART 218 or permission of instructor. ART 520 Eighteenth-Century Art (3). History of the art of the eighteenth century. Prerequisite:  ART 218 or permission of instructor. ART 522 Sub-Saharan African Art (3). Historical survey of the art and architecture of various peoples of Africa. Prerequisite: ART 120 or permission of instructor. ART 524 Italian Renaissance Art (3). History of the art and architecture of the Early and High Renaissance in Italy. ART 122, 124, and 125 are prerequisites for art majors only. ART 527 Northern Baroque Art (3). History of the art and architecture in the Baroque Period in Northern Europe, 1600 to 1750. ART 122, 124, and 125 are prerequisites for art majors only. ART 528 Nineteenth-Century Art (3). History of European art from Neoclassicism to French Impressionism, 1780-1880. Students enrolled for graduate credit will be required to do additional work. Prerequisite:  ART 228 or permission of instructor. ART 529 Early Modern Art, 1880-1940 (3). History of European art from Post-Impressionism to 1940. Students enrolled for graduate credit will be required to do additional work. Prerequisite:  ART 228 or permission of instructor. ART 530 Contemporary Art, 1940 to the Present (3). History of contemporary art from 1940 to the present. Students enrolled for graduate credit will be required to do additional work. Prerequisite:  ART 228 or permission of instructor. ART 531 The Art and Architecture of the Far East (3). Historical survey of the art and architecture of China, Korea and Japan. Prerequisite: ART 120 or permission of instructor. ART 532 The Art and Architecture of India and Southeast Asia (3). Historical survey of the art and architecture of India and Southeast Asia. Prerequisite: ART 120 or permission of instructor. ART 533 Painting VI (3). Concentrated exploration of painting with emphasis on personal expression. Criticism and discussion. Six hours per week. Prerequisites:  two painting courses or permission of instructor. ART 534 Painting VII (3). Continuation of ART 533. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 533. ART 540 Foundations of Art Education (3). Survey of the fields contributing to art education. Includes human development, art supervision, teacher preparation, studies in philosophies of the aesthetic, history and criticism of both art and education. Reference is made to research methodology and to its relevance in education. Course may be taken by art education majors as an elective. ART 544 Art Experiences for Elementary Teachers (3). Course for the in-service teacher or for elementary majors who desire a further involvement with art beyond that offered in ART 343. Course may be taken by art education majors as an elective. Six hours per week. ART 545 Art Experiences for Secondary Teachers (3). Course for in-service teachers or secondary majors who wish to pursue studio practice and theory as they apply to the special needs of secondary school children. Course may be taken by art education majors as an elective. Six hours per week. ART 551 Graphic Design VI (3). Additional refinement of graphic techniques, discussion and criticism. An emphasis on individual investigation concentrating on producing a unified body of work suitable for a portfolio or professional show. The student and the instructor will design a program of study directed toward this goal. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 452. ART 552 Graphic Design VII (3). Advanced specialization; continuation of ART 551. ART 556 Pre-Columbian Art (3). Historical survey of Pre-Columbian art of the Western Hemisphere. Prerequisite: ART 120 for art majors only. ART 557 Modern Architecture (3). History of European and American architecture from the late 18th century to the present. Prerequisite: ART 120 for art majors only. ART 558 American Art I (3). History of the art and architecture of the United States from colonial beginnings to 1850. Prerequisite: ART 120 for art majors only. ART 559 American Art II (3). History of the art of the United States from 1850 to 1950. Prerequisite: ART 120 for art majors only. ART 561 Sculpture  VI (3). Selected problems involved in the sculpture process. Opportunity for directed individual study and studio work in a variety of three-dimensional media or processes. Emphasis on developing a cohesive, creative body of work. Studio and lecture. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 462 or permission of instructor. ART 562 Sculpture VII (3). A continuation of ART 561. Studio and lecture. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 561 or permission of instructor. ART 571 Ceramics VI (3). Concentrated exploration of selected ceramic processes with emphasis on personal expression. Six hours per week. Prerequisites:  two courses in ceramics or permission of instructor. ART 572 Ceramics VII (3). Continuation of ART 571. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 571 or permission of instructor. ART 580 Printmaking VI (3). Advanced problems. Concentrated study of selected printmaking processes with emphasis on personal expression. Individual direction and technical proficiency are emphasized. Criticism and discussion. Six hours per week. Prerequisites:  two advanced courses in printmaking or permission of instructor. ART 581 Printmaking VII (3). Advanced problems. Continuation of ART 580. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 580 or permission of instructor. ART 583 Photography VI (3). Concentrated exploration of individual problems, culminating in a unified body of work such as a book or portfolio. Individual expression, discussion and criticism. Six hours per week. Prerequisites:  two courses in photography or permission of instructor. ART 584 Photography VII (3). Continuation of ART 583. Six hours per week. Prerequisite:  ART 583 or permission of instructor. ART 593 Workshop for Teachers of Art (1). Astronomy (AST) AST 115 (199) Introductory Astronomy (3). Descriptive examination of the objects of the solar system and the stellar universe. A brief historical presentation of the fundamental astronomical theories provides a basis for the examination. Multimedia presentations are used. Co-requisite: AST 116. AST 116 Introductory Astronomy Laboratory (1). Laboratory to accompany AST 199. Two hours laboratory per week. Corequisite: AST 115. AST 215 General Astronomy (3). A mathematical study of the relative positions, motions, and physical characteristics of celestial objects. Lectures supplemented by occasional visits to the observatory. Not open to students with credit in AST 115. Prerequisite:  MAT 130 or approved equivalent. AST 216 Stars and Galaxies (3). Brief survey of radiation and spectra, geometric and radioactive properties of stars, multiple stars, variables, star clusters and associations. Prerequisites:  AST 215, MAT 250. AST 220 Astrophotography (2). Involves technique of photographing the lunar surface, the planets, interstellar media, and constellations as well as studies of photographic materials. AST 306 Astrometry (3). Survey of the basic measurements related to astronomical observing. Plane and spherical coordinates celestial sphere, stellar positions, proper motion and time effects. Prerequisites:  AST 215, MAT 250. AST 316 Introductory Astrophysics and Space Physics (3). Introduction to astrophysics and space physics. Space physics is concerned with understanding the environment between the sun and the earth’s upper atmosphere. Topics include coronal mass ejections, the solar wind, magnetospheric storms, and auroral precipitation. Astrophysics is the study of planetary system formation and evolution, stellar structure and evolution, galactic structure, and cosmology. Phenomena of interest include quasars, black holes, supernovas, and the cosmic microwave background radiation. Prerequisites:  PHY 140 and 255. Co-requisite: PHY 370 or PHY 580; or consent of instructor. (Same as PHY 316.) AST 437 Senior Honors Thesis (3). A faculty-supervised thesis and/or project which allows Honors Program students with a senior standing to undertake advanced research. A thesis paper and/or written review of the exhibit or performance is required. AST 515 Special Topics (1-3). This course is designed to fulfill special needs not met by other courses. It may be a lecture or seminar course. Prerequisite:  consent of instructor. Business and Marketing Education (BED) BED 510 Methods and Materials-Teaching Business/Marketing Education Subjects (3). A required course for business/marketing students emphasizing the latest methods and materials for teaching business and marketing subjects. Must be completed before doing student teaching. Field experience required. Field trips may be required. Prerequisite: CTE 503 or EDU 303. BED 517 Coordinated Occupational Experience (3-6). This course provides an internship in modern business and office positions. Related class meetings deal with orientation to cooperative education, school and business relationships, office procedures, systems, records management and maintenance, business English, and career opportunities. BED 595 Special Problems (3). Prerequisite:  consent of instructor. Biology (BIO) BIO 099 Freshman Orientation (1). Required of all entering freshmen. Only one freshman orientation course will count toward graduation. Graded pass/fail. (Fall semester only) BIO 100 Introductory Biology Laboratory (1). Laboratory work for a non-majors general biology course. Open only to transfer students with three hours of non-majors general biology without a laboratory. Consent of biology chairperson is required. BIO 101 Biological Concepts (4). Biological principles are examined in an active learning mode. This course relates the significance of biology to individuals and society and establishes that this body of knowledge underpins agriculture, medicine, and environmental management. Laboratory required. (Each semester) BIO 112 Field Biology (4). Consists of study and identification of plants and animals with emphasis on those common to this area. Ecological and environmental aspects of living organisms are stressed. Four hours laboratory per week plus required Saturday field trips. (Spring semester) BIO 115 The Cellular Basis of Life (3). An introduction to the concepts and foundations of modern biology. Intended to familiarize students with the mechanisms and terminology of biology at the cellular level, the topics presented and discussed act as a framework for successful succession into higher level biology courses. Emphasis is placed on the investigative methods used by biologists leading to our current understanding of biological chemistry, cellular processes, cell interactions, genes and DNA technology. BIO 116 Biological Inquiry and Analysis (4). An inquiry-based introduction to concepts in biology. Research-oriented activities will emphasize the skills and attitudes necessary for understanding and conducting scientific inquiry. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. BIO 120 Scientific Etymology (1). A systematic study of the Latin and Greek origins of selected words. One lecture per week. (Fall) BIO 154 Dendrology (3). Principles and art of identification of trees and shrubs in both summer and winter conditions. (Fall) BIO 201 Human Biology for Social Workers (3). An examination of the structure, function and ecology of humans. Emphasis will be placed on the anatomy and physiology of major organ systems. Human population growth and response to environmental factors will also be explored. Does NOT count for University Studies. (Spring) BIO 220 Clinical Terminology (1). A study of the terms, symbols, and abbreviations common to the clinically-oriented health professions. Prerequisites:  BIO 120 and eight hours of biology. (Spring) BIO 221 Zoology:  Animal Form and Function (4). A study of the animal kingdom with emphasis on evolutionary and ecological relationships of animal groups, vertebrate anatomy and physiology, and evolutionary concepts. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. BIO 222 Botany:  Plant Form and Function (4). A study of the evolution, anatomy, morphology, physiology, classification, and life cycles of major divisions of the plant kingdom. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. BIO 227 Human Anatomy Lecture (2). Basic morphology of the human body. Cannot be applied toward a biology major. Prerequisites: BIO 101 or BIO 115 and 116 (BIO 221 may be substituted). Corequisite: BIO 228. BIO 228 Human Anatomy Laboratory (2). The basic morphology of the human body. Four hours laboratory per week. Cannot be applied toward a biology major. Prerequisite:  BIO 101 or BIO 115 and 116 or BIO 221. Corequisite: BIO 227. BIO 229 Human Physiology (3). A study of mammalian physiology with emphasis on humans. Three hours lecture per week. Concurrent enrollment in BIO 230 is suggested but not required. Course may not be counted toward the biology major. Prerequisite:  BIO 227 and BIO 228. BIO 230 Human Physiology Laboratory (1). Experimental approach to the study of human systems physiology. Course may not be counted toward the biology major. Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment or previous completion of BIO 229 with a passing grade. BIO 290 Biomedical Research I (2). The student will be involved in biomedical research with a faculty member who agrees to direct them. The student will support the research of advanced students and their mentor and assist with experiments. In the process the student will be introduced to research and learn basic techniques. A minimum of 4 hours per week of research is expected. Prerequisites: admission into the biomedical sciences program and permission from a research mentor. BIO 300 Introductory Microbiology (4). An introductory survey in general microbiology. Special emphasis is given to the study of the prokaryote microorganisms both in laboratory and lecture. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Eight hours of chemistry and eight hours of biology. BIO 305 Introduction to Evolutionary Principles (3). Study of the theory of organic evolution including history, evidence, patterns, mechanisms and implications for humans. Prerequisite:  Introductory course in biology. (Fall, even years) BIO 308 Ethics in Biology (3). A comprehensive study of current ethical issues in biology, including topics in genetics and biotechnology, reproductive technology, species conservation, use of natural resources, and medicine and human/nonhuman interests. Understanding and application of value-choices and ethics is emphasized. One three-hour lecture per week. Prerequisites:  BIO 115 and 116. (Spring) BIO 320 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (5). Dissection and study of representative chordate systems with emphasis on the anatomy and evolution of fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. May require additional laboratory supplies fee. Eight hours of class per week. Prerequisites:  BIO 115, 116, and 221 or permission of instructor. (Spring) BIO 321 Cell Biology (3). A detailed consideration of biological systems, their properties and interrelationships. Cellular and molecular biology are emphasized. Three lectures per week. Prerequisites:  BIO 115, 116, 221, and 222 and two semesters of chemistry or permission of instructor. (Fall) BIO 322 Animal Physiology (4). Introductory study of animal physiology. The organ and systems approach is used to compare animals. Emphasis on vertebrates and certain invertebrates. Three lectures and three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites:  Two semesters biology and two semesters chemistry; BIO 321 recommended. (Fall) BIO 325 Biological Anthropology (3). The biological nature of man. A survey of man’s physical origin, his primate background and his evolution. Cultural association with fossil evidence and concepts of race. (On demand) BIO 330 Principles of Ecology (4). An introduction to the fundamental concepts of ecology as they pertain to plants and animals, including humans. Emphasis will be placed on the basic principles of evolutionary, population, community, and ecosystem ecology. Three lectures and two hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites:  BIO 115, 116, 221, and 222 or permission of instructor. BIO 333 Genetics (4). An introduction to molecular and classical genetics with laboratory experiments involving various organisms used extensively in genetic studies. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites:  BIO 115, 116, and 221. BIO 350 Systematic Botany (4). Discussion of the vascular plants with emphasis on classification and phylogeny. Laboratory and field studies of the vascular plants of West Kentucky focusing on their identification, habitats, distribution and ecological role in this region. Prerequisite:  BIO 222. (Fall, odd years) BIO 380 Wildlife Techniques (4). A survey and application of methods and techniques used in wildlife management; examples — biotelemetry, live trapping, etc. Three  hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites:  BIO 221, 222 and 330. (Fall, odd years) BIO 388 Biomedical Research II (3). The student will be involved in biomedical research with faculty members who agree to direct them. The student will work on a project under the direction of the research mentor. The student will write a research proposal including background information, specific aims and methods to be turned in near the end of the semester. The project will be initiated and a progress report will be submitted at the conclusion of the semester. A minimum of 6 hours per week of research is expected. Prerequisites: admission into the biomedical sciences program, permission from a research mentor, and completion of BIO 290. BIO 389 Biomedical Research III (3). The student will be involved in biomedical research with faculty members who agree to direct them. The student will work on a project under the direction of the research mentor. The student will continue the project initiated in Biomedical Research II. The student will submit a research paper with an introduction, results and discussion, and methods, and make an oral presentation to the biomedical research group. A minimum of 6 hours per week of research is expected. Prerequisites:  admission into the biomedical sciences program, permission from a research mentor, and completion of BIO 290 and BIO 388. BIO 420 Vertebrate Embryology (4). Comparative, developmental anatomy of the vertebrates with emphasis on the embryological development of humans. Two lectures and four hours laboratory  per week. Prerequisite:  BIO 320. BIO 321 recommended. (On demand) BIO 421 Vertebrate Histology (4). A course designed for the identification and comparative study of cells, tissues, and organs of representative mammals. Two lectures and four hours laboratory per week. Prerequisite:  BIO 320. (Spring) BIO 437 Senior Honors Thesis (3). A faculty-supervised thesis and/or project which allows Honors Program students with a senior standing to undertake advanced research. A thesis paper and/or written review of the exhibit or performance is required. BIO 438 Biomedical Research IV (4). The student will be involved in biomedical research with faculty members who agree to direct them. The student will work on a project under the direction of the research mentor. The student will write a research proposal including background information, specific aims and methods to be turned in near the end of the semester. The project will be initiated and a progress report will be submitted at the conclusion of the semester.  A minimum of 8 hours per week of research is expected. Research with a mentor other than the mentor used in BIO 388 is encouraged. Credit for this course will be offered in the summer to biomedical science students who are conducting off-campus research at an affiliated research site. Prerequisites:  admission into the biomedical sciences program, permission from a research mentor, and completion of BIO 290 and BIO 388. BIO 439 Biomedical Research V (4). The student will be involved in biomedical research with faculty members who agree to direct them. The student will work on a project under the direction of the research mentor. The student will continue the project initiated in BIO 438. The student will submit a research paper with an introduction, results and discussion, and methods, and make an oral presentation to the biomedical research group. A minimum of 8 hours per week of research is expected. Credit for this course will be offered in the summer to biomedical science students who are conducting off-campus research at an affiliated research site. Prerequisites:  admission into the biomedical sciences program, permission from a research mentor, and completion of BIO 290 and BIO 438. BIO 467 General Parasitology (4). A study of the principles of parasitology, including the morphology, taxonomy, life history and ecology of parasites. Laboratory will involve identification of important parasite groups, methods for host examination, diagnosis, and microtechniques. Two hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite:  BIO 221. (Fall) BIO 483 Undergraduate Teaching Methods I (3). Designed for students interested in teaching in the life sciences, especially students working towards teaching certification. The course provides students with the opportunity to learn and apply teaching techniques in the classroom under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Teaching experiences are arranged individually with a faculty member. (A maximum of 3 credit hours total from BIO 483, 484, 491, 492, 493 and 494 may be used toward the minimum requirements for the biology major or minor.) Prerequisite:  junior or senior standing as a major within the College of Science and permission of the instructor and academic advisor. BIO 484 Undergraduate Teaching in Biology (4). Designed for students interested in teaching in the life sciences, especially students working towards teaching certification. The course provides students with the opportunity to learn and apply teaching techniques in the classroom under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Teaching experiences are arranged individually with a faculty member. (A maximum of 3 credit hours total from BIO 483, 484, 491, 492, 493 and 494 may be used toward the minimum requirements for the biology major or minor.) Prerequisite:  junior or senior standing as a major within the College of Science and permission of the instructor and academic advisor. BIO 488 Cooperative Education/Internship (1-3). A meaningful, planned, and evaluated work experience related to the career and educational objectives of the student for which he/she may receive  academic credit and possible financial remuneration. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours from any 488/489 courses. Graded pass/fail. Prerequisite:  permission of chair. BIO 489 Cooperative Education/Internship (1-3). A meaningful, planned, and evaluated work experience related to the career and educational objectives of the student for which he/she may receive  academic credit and possible financial remuneration. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours from any 488/489 courses. Prerequisite:  permission of chair. BIO 491 Undergraduate Research I (1). Research projects arranged individually with faculty members who