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ALNU/FCNU/PMNU 5990 Readings and Research (1-3 credits)—Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by student’s advisory committee in conjunction with other coursework, to document such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory completion (S), satisfactory progress (SP), or unsatisfactory (U).

ALNU 6010 Concept Development in Nursing Practice I (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): PMNU 6000. In this course, the student analyzes selected concepts relevant to the health of clients across the life span. The biological, psychological, and sociological constructs studied in this course provide the theoretical and empirical knowledge base for nursing practice. (spring)

ALNU 6012 Concept Development in Nursing Practice II (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): ALNU 6010. This course provides an opportunity for the student to synthesize concepts and research findings in nursing and related fields relevant to their selected health focus area. Through analysis of a variety of conceptual models, the student begins to develop a theoretical approach to the study of a particular problem in a practice or practice-related setting. (fall)

ALNU 6016 Advanced Concepts in Pathophysiology (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): Graduate-level pathophysiology and Graduate-level research. This course explores knowledge emerging from recent research in pathophysiology, examines current research trends, and presents designs and processes that focus on the clinical application of research findings.

ALNU/FCNU/PMNU 6960 Doctoral Dissertation (1-12 credits)—Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of Qualifying Examination. Supervised research toward dissertation.

APST 5337 Appalachia in Scotland (3-6 credits)—This course will survey the relationship among Appalachian, Scottish, and Irish cultures, with an emphasis on Scotland and Ireland.

APST 5567 Scottish Ethnology (3 credits)—A survey of Scottish ethnic and regional groups and their folk traditions.

ARTA 5017 Classical Art (3 credits)—A survey of the arts of Greece and Rome. (fall)

ARTA 5027 Art History of the Middle Ages (3 credits)—A survey of European architecture, sculpture, and painting from late antiquity to the end of the Gothic period. (fall, even years)

ARTA 5037 Art History of the Renaissance Period (3 credits)—A survey of European art from 1300 to 1600 with emphasis on Italian. (variable)

ARTA 5047 Art History of the Baroque Period (3 credits)—A survey of the major styles of European art from 1600 to 1800: Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassicism. (fall)

ARTA 5057 Art History of the 19th Century (3 credits)—A survey of the major styles and trends in art from Neoclassicism to Postimpressionism. (spring)

ARTA 5067 Twentieth Century Art (3 credits)—Major developments in painting and sculpture from Postimpressionism through Surrealism. (fall)

ARTA 5077 Contemporary Art (3 credits)—A survey of art since 1945. (spring)

ARTA 5087 Oriental Art (3 credits)—A study of the arts of India, China, and Japan. Topics vary each semester. (as needed)

ARTA 5097 Art History, Theory, and Criticism (3 credits)—An investigation of art theory and criticism in relation to the art of a particular time and place. Times and places chosen will vary, e.g., 19th century European romantic art, classic Brahmanic Hindu art, medieval sacred art, or modern symbolism. (as needed)

ARTA 5901 Independent Studies in Graduate Art (1-6 credits repeatable)—(Every semester).

BIOL 5167 Biochemistry of Metabolism (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110 and one year organic chemistry or equivalent. The metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, and nucleotides will be covered with emphasis on reactions, enzymes, energy changes, pathway regulation, and pathway integration. Production of energy-rich molecules in the cell will be linked to important cellular functions (i.e., biosynthesis, movement, and transport). Three hours lecture per week. (spring)

BIOL 5177 Biochemistry of Metabolism Lab (2 credits)—Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 4167/5167 or BIOL 4147/5147, or equivalent. The theory and use of lab instruments and techniques will be introduced through a series of experiments designed to investigate photosynthesis, electron transport, polymerase chain reactions, and enzyme kinetics. Experiment planning and interpretation of data generated by the students will culminate in journal-style reports. One four-hour lab per week. (spring)

BIOL 5200 Topics in Organismal Biology (3 credits)—An exploration of current topics in organismal biology - anatomical, physiological, and developmental aspects of plants and/or animals. Emphases will be placed on review of current original literature and on evaluation of research methods used to pursue questions in the discipline. Lecture and discussion sessions. Specific topics of discussion will vary each semester, depending on instructor. (fall, odd years)

BIOL 5247 Appalachian Flora (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110, 1120 and 1130 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Field and laboratory identification and ecology of the plants of the Southern Appalachian environs. Sixteen hours lecture and laboratory/field per week. (summer)

BIOL 5257 Appalachian Fauna (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110 and 1120 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Field and laboratory identification and ecology of the animals of the Southern Appalachian environs. Sixteen hours lecture and laboratory/field per week. (summer)

BIOL 5267 Plant Development (4 credits)—Prerequisite(s): Genetics or permission of instructor. Patterns of plant development from zygote or spore to mature plant. Emphasis on cell and tissue differentiation, organogenesis, and the influence of growth regulators. In the laboratory, students will observe morphogenesis and will design and undertake a project of their choice. Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. (spring, odd years)

BIOL 5277 Neurobiology (4 credits)—Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110/11111, 1120/1121, or equivalent. An introduction to the study of neurobiology. Topics include fundamentals of cellular communication (action potentials, synaptic transmission, synaptic integration), sensory systems, motor systems, the neural basis of behavior, developmental plasticity, and learning. Examples are drawn from invertebrates as well as vertebrates. Four hours lecture per week. (fall)

BIOL 5300 Topics in Ecology and Evolution (3 credits)—An in-depth exploration of a particular topic related to the ecology and/or evolution of biological populations. Lectures, reading assignments (including primary research literature), experience with research methods, and discussion. Specific topics of discussion will vary each semester, depending on instructor. (fall, even years)

BIOL 5337 Plant Systematics (4 credits)—Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110/1111, 1120/1121, 1130/1131 or equivalent. Flowering plant classification and evolution. Characters and methods of traditional plant taxonomy, and computer-based phylogenetic methods using morphological and molecular data sets will be introduced. Plants will be studied in field and lab, and students will use data collected from plant specimens and from GenBank to conduct phylogenetic analysis in various angiosperm groups. Two hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory per week. (fall, odd years)

BIOL 5347 Biogeography (2 credits)—Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1130 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Global and regional patterns in the distribution, abundance and variation of plants and animals related to geographic conditions and earth history. One two-hour lecture per week. (fall, even years)

BIOL 5357 Ethology (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110, 1120, 1130 or equivalent. An introduction to the study of animal behavior. Emphasis is placed on the ecology and evolution of behavioral patterns. Three hours lecture per week. (fall, odd years)

BIOL 5367 Systems Ecology (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): Ecology or permission of instructor. Computer simulation modeling of ecological systems. Three hours lecture/discussion/workshop per week. (spring, even years)

BIOL 5400 Topics in Systematic Biology (3 credits)—The course stresses critical inquiry into current approaches in the analyses of evolutionary relationships of organisms. Included will be the application and comparison of methodologies and discussions of recent hypotheses of phylogeny and macroevolutionary trends. Emphasis will be placed on integration of ideas and the impact of theory on understanding biology. Specific topics of discussion will vary each semester, depending on instructor. (spring, even years)

BIOL 5467 Ichthyology (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): Vertebrate Zoology, or permission of instructor. An introduction of the methodology of field collection, preservation, and identification of fishes. Quantitative analysis and preparation of summary reports on field collections will be emphasized. Two one-hour lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. (fall, odd years)

BIOL 5477 Ornithology (4 credits)—Prerequisite(s): Vertebrate Zoology or permission of instructor. An introduction to the methodology of field identification, population censuses, seasonal diversity, and ecology of birds. One three-hour lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week. (spring)

BIOL 5597 Recombinant DNA Laboratory (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110, 1120, 1130 or equivalent; plus one year Organic Chemistry. Theory and practice in molecular biology and recombinant DNA techniques, including recombinant DNA construction and gene transfer. One hour lecture and two three-hour laboratories per week. (spring)

BIOL 5647 Molecular Biology (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): Genetics, plus one year Organic Chemistry; Cell Biology recommended. Investigations into gene structure, gene expression and its regulation, and modern molecular methodology. Three hours lecture per week. (spring)

BIOL 5500 Biometry (3 credits) — Prerequisite: Probability and Statistics. Application of experimental design, accumulation and statistical treatment of biological data. A practical rather than theoretical approach. One hour lecture and two two-hour laboratories per week. (spring)

BIOL 5600 Bibliographic Research (1 credit)—Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or consent of the instructor. Methods of bibliographic research, including the use of computer searching, card catalogs, and abstract and index journals. One three-hour laboratory per week. (fall)

BIOL 5700 Seminar (1 credit)—Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or consent of the instructor. Special topics presented and discussed by students, faculty, and guests. May be repeated for additional credit, but not to exceed two credits. (fall, spring)

BIOL 5747 Population Genetics (4 credits)—Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1130 or equivalent. An exploration of mechanisms of genetic change in populations. Theoretical predictions and empirical evidence are considered. Emphasis on molecular-based methods. A combination of field and lab exercises. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. (fall, odd years)

CDIS 5025 Clinical Phonology (3 credits)—A study of current issues in linguistic theories related to the assessment and treatment of phonological disorders in children. Emphasis on critical analysis of current research.

CDIS 5030 Fluency Disorders (3 credits)—A study of theories of etiology and the nature, evaluation, and treatment of children and adults with fluency or stuttering disorders.

CDIS 5035 Motor Speech Disorders (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): CDIS 5010. A study of the neurological substrates, differential diagnosis, and management of motor speech disorders in adults and children. Apraxia of speech and classifications of the dysarthrias, localization of lesion, and neuromotor basis of dysfunction will also be discussed. Neurologic diseases and lesions commonly associated with motor speech disorders will be identified. Treatment efficacy issues are researched.

CDIS 5040 Adult Language Disorders (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): CDIS 5010. A study of the clinical characteristics of aphasia and related communication disorders in adults with emphasis on differential diagnosis and treatment. An information-processing model provides a theoretical basis for treatment. Neuroanatomy and associated neurological symptoms are included. Treatment efficacy issues are researched.

CDIS 5045 Dysphagia (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): CDIS 5010. A study of the differential diagnosis and treatment of dysphagia in adults and children with a focus on neuroanatomy and neurophysiology. Assessment with a clinical bedside exam and videofluroscopy with emphasis on interpretation of radiographic studies (modified barium swallow). Neurologic diseases and lessons commonly associated with dysphagia will be identified. Team management of pare care is discussed. Treatment efficacy issues are researched.

CDIS 5070 Voice Disorders (3 credits)—A study of etiology, evaluation, and management of vocal pathologies encountered in children and adult clients. Normal voice production and voice disorders are studied from a voice-science perspective involving physiological investigation using both clinical and instrumentation techniques. Special needs of school-age children, laryngectomy patients, clients with psychogenically based voice problems and professional voice users are presented. Vocal diversity among multicultural populations is discussed.

CDIS 5200 Language Disorders of School-Aged Children (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): CDIS 5015. A study of language disorders of school-age children and their influence on literacy with emphasis on evaluation, treatment techniques, and collaborative strategies for the administration of services in the schools.

CDIS 5205/6205 Speech-Language Pathology for Audiology Students (3 credits)—This course presents an overview of speech and language development and communicative disorders in pediatric and adult populations for audiologists. The course provides a foundation in normal speech and language milestones, screening procedures, characteristics of individuals with communicative disorders and treatment approaches pertaining to the screening and referral of audiology patients for speech and language services.

CDIS 5210 Communication Problems of the Aging (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): CDIS 5040. A review of the socio-emotional, perceptual, physical, and cognitive changes associated with aging that affect communicative skills.

CDIS 5040 Pediatric Organic Disorders (3 credits) Prerequisite: CDIS 5015. A study of the genetic, developmental, dental, surgical, psychosocial, audiologic, and speech-language aspects of children with organic pathologies such as craniofacial conditions, autism and mental retardation. Assessment and treatment issues for these populations are covered. The course describes the speech-language pathologist’s role as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

CDIS 5260 Seminar in Intervention Issues (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): CDIS 5015. An examination of current research and theoretical issues pertaining to intervention practices in childhood communicative disorders with an emphasis on infant-toddler intervention strategies. The course explores the works of Vygotsky as they apply to intervention with language impaired individuals.

CDIS 5270 Augmentative Communication (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): CDIS 5015 and 5040. A study of assistive communicative devices utilized by individuals with severe communicative impairments due to physical, sensory or motor impairments. Emphasis on the strategies employed to assess the appropriateness of communicative devices and utilized these devices in communicative situations.

CDIS 5275 Dysphagia Laboratory (1 credit)—Prerequisite(s) or concurrent CDIS 5045. This class provides practical experience in clinical and radiological assessment and treatment approaches for individuals with swallowing impairments. Discussions of ethical issues and counseling procedures associated with dysphagia management will be discussed.

CDIS 5285 Voice Laboratory (1 credit)—Prerequisite(s) or concurrent CDIS 5070. This course presents a study of instruments used in the diagnosis and treatment of voice disorders include laryngeal function, speech intensity, fundamental frequency, sound spectography and velopharyngeal function. The diagnosis, management and rehabilitation of the laryngectomy and tracheostomy patient will be addressed.

CDIS 5290 Advanced Adult Neurogenic Cognitive Communicative Disorders (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): CDIS 5040. An advanced seminar focused on three topics: communicative and cognitive disorders following right hemisphere damage (RHBD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), and dementing progressive neurological diseases. Emphasis is on in-depth understanding of the nature of the disorders and their neurological correlates, the diagnostic tools for assessing the disorders, and critical review of treatment procedures used to remediate the disorders.

CDIS 5295 Counseling in Communicative Disorders (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing. Introduction for speech-language pathologists and audiologists to issues related to child and adolescent development, childhood motivations for misbehavior, and the individual and family counseling interventions that can support speech therapy and audiology practices.

CDIS 5400/6400 Research Methods in Communicative Disorders (3 credits)—A study of research design and methods used in descriptive and experimental research in speech and hearing science. Review of descriptive and inferential statistics.

CDIS 5510 Audiology Clinic for Speech-Language Pathologists (1 credit)—On- and off-campus supervised clinical practica, individually structured for speech-language pathology students, providing evaluation and treatment experiences with auditory disorders of children and adults.

CDIS 5610 Speech-Language Pathology Clinic for Audiologists (1 credit)—On- and off-campus supervised clinical practica, individually structured for the audiology students, providing clinical evaluation and treatment experiences with communicative disorders of children and adults.

CDIS 5620 Speech-Language Pathology Clinic: Child Evaluation/Treatment (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): CDIS 5015. Supervised experience in the assessment and treatment of children with speech and language disorders.

CDIS 5640 Speech-Language Pathology Clinic: Adult Evaluation/Treatment (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): CDIS 5010 and CDIS 5040. Supervised experience in the assessment and treatment of adults with speech and language disorders.

CDIS 5670 Speech-Language Pathology Clinic: Advanced (3 credits)—Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of two semesters of supervised clinical practica and permission of the speech-language pathology faculty. On- and off-campus supervised clinical practica, individually structured for the student, providing clinical evaluation and treatment experiences with communicative disorders of children and adults. Repeatable.

CDIS 5980 Special Topics in Communicative Disorders (1-6) (variable)