of Science
College of College
Science
One of the largest
academic units
on campus, with
14 departments
and programs,
the College of
Science offers
undergraduate and
graduate degrees in
classical disciplines
and in integrated
cross-disciplinary
areas. In addition,
11 pre-professional
programs in the
college prepare
students who wish
to enter a medical
profession or
another healthrelated field.
Moreover, the
College of Science
offers the basic
science courses
essential to the
education of every
student at OSU.
R
esearch and instruction in the
College of Science are enhanced
by their context within a
university of outstanding
professional schools in engineering,
oceanography, agriculture, forestry, and
pharmacy. Science students can enrich
their degrees with courses from these areas.
They also have opportunities to make
original discoveries while working on
one of the many research projects under
internationally renowned scientists.
MAJORS
The majors of the College of Science have
been informally divided into the following
groups:
Biological Sciences:
Biochemistry and Biophysics, Biology,
Botany and Plant Pathology, Microbiology,
Molecular and Cellular Biology (graduate
only), Zoology.
Earth and Environmental Sciences:
Earth Science, Environmental Sciences,
Geography, Geology, Natural Resources
Physical, Computational,
and Mathematical Sciences:
Chemistry, Computational Physics, Mathematics, Mathematical Sciences, Physics,
Statistics (graduate only)
Pre-professional Programs:
General Science
Teaching:
Science and Mathematics Education
(graduate only)
INTERNATIONAL DEGREE
Undergraduates with majors in the College of Science can earn a second degree
in international studies. See the International Programs section of this catalog for
more information.
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Special programs in health-related fields
are offered by the College of Science to
help students meet entrance requirements
for professional schools in dentistry, clinical laboratory science, medicine, nursing,
occupational therapy, optometry, osteopathy, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistant, podiatry, and veterinary
medicine.
CURRICULA IN SCIENCE
Curricula in science lead to the degrees of
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science
(BS), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science
(MS), and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
(See the Graduate School for advanced
degree requirements.) The college also participates in the Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (MAIS) program.
TEACHER CERTIFICATION
All professional teacher education in the
College of Science occurs at the post-baccalaureate level following completion of
a bachelor’s degree in an academic major
(e.g., biology, chemistry, mathematics,
physics). Students planning to teach in
the elementary or middle schools may use
the curriculum designed for that purpose.
(See General Science/Pre-Education Option.) College of Science students may
also pursue teacher licensure through the
double-degree program in the College of
Education.
Certain mathematics courses (MTH 211,
MTH 212, MTH 390) are highly recommended for students who plan to teach
elementary or secondary mathematics. See
the Science and Mathematics Education
section of this catalog for admission to the
master’s program and education courses.
SUMMER COURSES FOR
SECONDARY SCHOOL SCIENCE
AND MATHEMATICS TEACHERS
During the summer session, the College
of Science offers a number of courses designed especially for high school teachers
of science and/or mathematics. For offerings and full descriptions see the Summer
Session Website.
SCHOLARSHIPS
The College of Science offers a variety
of scholarships to deserving students
who have taken at least 28 credits in
the college. For more information and
application forms contact the College of
Science and Office of Financial Aid and
Scholarships.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
To graduate with a BS degree in the College of Science, undergraduate students
must fulfill the following requirements:
University Baccalaureate Core (48)
College of Science Requirements1 (See
footnote 1 below)
•
•
Mathematical sciences (12)
Physical, earth, and/or biological
sciences (15) to include a two-term
sequence2(See footnote 2 below)
• Department requirements (see each
department)
Some departments also grant a BA degree
that requires a full year of a college-level
(200-level or above) foreign language and
at least 9 credits of College of Liberal Arts
electives in addition to credits required for
the baccalaureate core. See the department
listings for specific requirements.
DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS
A minimum 2.00 GPA is required in College
of Science majors and minors; (S/U grading
is not allowed in science majors or minors).
Mathematics and mathematical sciences
degrees have a 2.25 GPA requirement for
required upper-division courses.
The curricula are shown for each major;
some substitutions can be made with
department and college approval. Unless
otherwise indicated, the conditions and
credits for research, thesis, reading and
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conference, and seminar are to be arranged with the instructor involved.
Footnotes Throughout
the College of Science Section
* Baccalaureate core course
^ Writing intensive course (WIC)
1
These credits can also fulfill part of the
baccalaureate core requirements.
2
At least one term in biological science and
one term in physical or earth science.
Must include a two-term sequence in one
of these sciences.
3
Courses may be taken from departments
outside of the College of Science;
however, students must take a minimum
of 24 credits of upper-division science
from departments in the College of
Science.
4
Not all BSN programs require chemistry
or math, and required courses may vary.
Students should contact their advisor
with questions.
5
Students take the courses required by the
BSN program selected for future transfer.
6
18 Credits of applied art (ceramics,
woodworking, etc.) and humanities are
required.
7
Work experience with an occupational
therapist is strongly recommended.
BIOCHEMISTRY
AND BIOPHYSICS
Andy Karplus, Chair
2011 Ag and Life Sciences
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-7305
541-737-3200
E-mail: karplusp@science.oregonstate.edu
Website: http://oregonstate.edu/dept/
biochem/
FACULTY
Professors Baird, Beckman, Frei,
Karplus, Merrill, Schimerlik
Associate Professors Barbar,
Greenwood, Hagen, Hsu, McFadden
Assistant Professors Frietag, Gross
Senior Instructor Ahern
Undergraduate Major
Biochemistry and Biophysics (BS)
Graduate Major
Biochemistry and Biophysics
(MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Biochemistry
Biophysics
Graduate Minor
Biochemistry and Biophysics
The major in biochemistry and biophysics provides a foundation in both
the physical and biological sciences. It
is designed to help a student prepare
for a career in the health sciences, for
technical employment at the BS level,
or for graduate study in the life sciences.
Graduates of the department’s programs have found challenging careers in
medicine, dentistry, clinical chemistry,
biotechnology, genetics, cell biology,
forensic science, pharmacology, physiology, toxicology, and nutrition, as well
as in biochemistry or biophysics. Others
have used the degree as a springboard to
nontechnical careers that benefit from a
broad scientific background, including
business, intellectual property law, journalism, and health care administration.
UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES
High school students interested in
careers in biochemistry or biophysics
should prepare for college by taking four
years of mathematics and at least one
year each of physics and chemistry. Additional course work in biology, computer
science, written and spoken English, and
foreign languages is highly desirable.
Students transferring from a community college should have completed one
year each of the following by the end
of the sophomore year, if they plan to
graduate in four years’ total time: general
chemistry, organic chemistry, calculusbased physics, and general biology. Three
semesters or four quarters of college-level
math should have been taken, starting
with calculus.
Biochemists and biophysicists find
employment in colleges and universities,
in medical schools, in government and
private research institutes, in hospitals,
and in industry. Industrial employers
include chemical companies, foodprocessing plants, drug manufacturers,
the cosmetic industry, and manufacturers of agricultural chemicals (fertilizers,
pesticides, etc.). Biochemistry is extensively intertwined with biotechnology,
which is the use of modern techniques
in biology to achieve practical objectives.
This has greatly expanded the industrial
market for biochemists and biophysicists. The most rewarding careers require
completion of a doctoral degree—PhD or
a professional degree. This is essential for
anyone who wants to direct an independent research program.
Three or four members of the faculty
serve as undergraduate advisors; these
faculty members are most familiar with
undergraduate program requirements
and career opportunities. The present advisors are Drs. Ahern, Hsu, and Pearson.
Also, the student is encouraged to seek
out any other member of the faculty for
informal advice.
The department has one set of curricular requirements (see below), which
lead to the BS degree with a major in
biochemistry and biophysics. All upper
division students are encouraged to
take additional elective courses in areas
related to their major fields of interest
(e.g., chemistry, microbiology, genetics,
nutrition, physics, pharmacy, biology,
or computer science). Upper-division
students are strongly encouraged to carry
out a research project in the laboratory of
a faculty member.
GRADUATE STUDIES
The Department of Biochemistry and
Biophysics offers graduate work leading
to the MA, MS and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Most graduate students
are admitted for study leading to the
Doctor of Philosophy degree, although
the Master of Science can be awarded.
The PhD program includes course work
in both biochemistry and biophysics,
passing written and oral examinations,
participation in the departmental seminar program and research leading to a
doctoral thesis. Although most students
in the department receive financial support in the form of teaching or research
assistantships, all students are expected
to participate, to a limited amount, in
the teaching program of the department,
regardless of the source of support. In
general, financial support is provided for
PhD candidates only.
BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
(BS, CRED, HBS)
Freshman Year (48)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(Various activities) (1)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
MTH 253. Infinite Series and Sequences (4)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Electives (3)
Sophomore Year (49)
BB 317. ^Scientific Theory and Practice (3)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
CH 334, CH 335, CH 336. Organic
Chemistry (4,4,4)
CH 361, CH 362. Experimental Chemistry (3,3)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus (4)
PH 211, PH 212, PH 213. *General Physics
with Calculus (4,4,4)
Electives (8)
*Junior Year (41)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
[Not required but strongly recommended.]
BB 490, BB 491, BB 492. Biochemistry (3,3,3)
BB 493, BB 494, BB 495. Biochemistry Lab
(3,3,3)
CH 440, CH 441, CH 442. Physical
Chemistry (3,3,3)
Electives (14)
*CH 361 and 362 can be taken in the junior
year with BB 493, BB 494, BB 495 being
taken in the senior year
Senior Year (45)
BB 481, BB 482, BB 483. Biophysics (3,3,3)
Electives (36)
Total=183
College of Science
BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
(MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Biochemistry, biophysics
The Department of Biochemistry and
Biophysics offers graduate work leading
to the Master of Science, Master of Arts,
and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Most
graduate students are admitted for study
toward the PhD.
The PhD program requires course
work in biochemistry and biophysics,
passing written and oral examinations,
participating in the departmental seminar program, and research leading to a
doctoral thesis. Although most students
in the department receive financial
support in the form of research assistantships, all students are expected to
participate to a limited amount in the
teaching program of the department,
regardless of the source of support. In
general, financial support is provided for
PhD candidates only.
BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
COURSES
BB 100. THE MOLECULES OF LIFE (2). A
brief introduction to molecular biology for
nonspecialists. Subjects vary, but have included
biochemical basis of the origin of life, biochemical
genetics, biochemical aspects of memory and
behavior, mutagenesis, bioenergetics and
nutrition, and environmental biochemistry.
BB 111. INTRODUCTION TO BIOCHEMISTRY
AND BIOPHYSICS RESEARCH (1). Designed to
introduce biochemistry and biophysics students to
departmental research opportunities and advisors.
BB 317. ^SCIENTIFIC THEORY AND
PRACTICE (3). Teaches students the practice
of biological science. Topics cover scientific
theory, communications, and critical evaluation.
CROSSLISTED as BI 317. (Writing Intensive
Course) PREREQS: BI 213 or BI 213H or
equivalent.
BB 331. *INTRODUCTION TO MOLECULAR
BIOLOGY (3). Course dealing with the molecular
basis of cellular function, with emphasis upon
modern developments, and the foundation for
practical applications of this knowledge. The
course will involve the conceptual background
necessary to appreciate the applications of
molecular biology. Throughout the course
opportunities will be given to discuss public policy
issues and questions: What are the moral and
practical problems that flow from identification of
an individual as being at risk for a late-appearing
genetic disorder, such as Huntington’s disease
or certain cancers? Does the scientific or public
value of knowing the entire DNA sequence of
the human genome justify a situation in which
individual or small-scale research cannot be
supported? What issues arise when the fruits of
biological research, mostly publicly funded, are
commercialized? Should a novel organism be
patented? How can biotechnology be applied to
environmental problems? (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: CH 122 or CH 202 or CH 222 or
CH 225H
BB 332. *MOLECULAR MEDICINE (3). Provides
students an understanding of medical advances
from a rapidly evolving molecular point of view.
Advances in knowledge of the human genome
arising from DNA sequencing efforts and major
leaps in understanding of the regulating cellular
growth and division are presented in an easy-tounderstand fashion appropriate for students in
all majors. Course discussions and assignments
will cover implications of advances in molecular
medicine from ethical, economic, technical and
societal standpoints. The aim of the course
is to present technical material in a way that
non-scientists will understand and conversely to
summarize ethical, economic, and philosophical
considerations in a way that the scientists
understand the implications of these technologies.
(Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: Any biology
course.
BB 350. ELEMENTARY BIOCHEMISTRY (4).
Service course for students desiring a short
introduction to biochemistry. Four lectures weekly.
PREREQS: CH 331 and CH 332* or equivalent.
BB 401. UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH (1-16).
BB 403. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
BB 405. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
BB 405H. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Honors College approval required.
BB 410. INTERNSHIP (1-16).
BB 450. GENERAL BIOCHEMISTRY (4).
Sequence course for students with a limited
background in physical chemistry. BB 450/BB 550,
three lectures and one recitation. BB 451/BB 551
and BB 452/BB 552, three lectures. PREREQS:
CH 332 or CH 336. BB 450, BB 451, BB 452 must
be taken in order.
BB 451. GENERAL BIOCHEMISTRY (3).
Sequence course for students with a limited
background in physical chemistry. BB 450/BB 550,
three lectures and one recitation. BB 451/BB 551
and BB 452/BB 552, three lectures. PREREQS:
BB 450, BB 450, BB 451, BB 452 must be taken
in order.
BB 452. GENERAL BIOCHEMISTRY (3).
Sequence course for students with a limited
background in physical chemistry. BB 450/BB 450,
three lectures and one recitation. BB 451/BB 551
and BB 452/BB 552, three lectures. PREREQS:
BB 451, BB 450, BB 451, BB 452 must be taken
in order.
BB 481. BIOPHYSICS (3). Sequence
professional course covering quantitative
properties of biological systems and biological
phenomena using concepts derived from
mathematics and physics. PREREQS: CH 442
BB 482. BIOPHYSICS (3). Sequence
professional course covering quantitative
properties of biological systems and biological
phenomena using concepts derived from
mathematics and physics. PREREQS: CH 442
BB 483. BIOPHYSICS (3). Sequence
professional course covering quantitative
properties of biological systems and biological
phenomena using concepts derived from
mathematics and physics. PREREQS: CH 442
BB 490. BIOCHEMISTRY (3). Sequence
professional course to meet the requirements
of majors in biochemistry and biophysics.
PREREQS: CH 332 or CH 336. BB 490, BB 491,
BB 492 must be taken in order.
BB 491. BIOCHEMISTRY (3). Sequence
professional course to meet the requirements
of majors in biochemistry and biophysics.
PREREQS: BB 490 or BB 590
BB 492. BIOCHEMISTRY (3). Sequence
professional course to meet the requirements
of majors in biochemistry and biophysics.
PREREQS: CH 491. Should concurrently enroll in
CH 440, CH 441, CH 442.
BB 493. ^BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY (3).
Laboratory to accompany BB 450, BB 451,
BB 452 or BB 490, BB 491, BB 492. Lec/lab/rec.
(Writing Intensive Course)
481
BB 493H. ^BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY
(3). Laboratory to accompany BB 450, BB 451,
BB 452 or BB 490, BB 491, BB 492. Lec/lab/rec.
(Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS: Honors
College approval required.
BB 494. BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY (3).
Laboratory to accompany BB 450, BB 451,
BB 452 or BB 490, BB 491, BB 492. Lec/lab.
BB 494H. BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY (3).
Laboratory to accompany BB 450, BB 451, BB
452, or BB 490, BB 491, BB 492. Should be taken
in order. Lec/lab. PREREQS: Honors College
approval required.
BB 501. RESEARCH (1-16).
BB 503. THESIS (1-16).
BB 505. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
BB 507. SEMINAR (1-2). Section 1: Descriptions
of campus research programs in biochemistry
and biophysics, 1 credit fall. Graded P/N. Student
presentations of current research literature,
1 credit winter and spring. Should be taken by
all entering departmental graduate students.
Section 2: Presentation of departmental research
seminar, 2 credits any term. PhD candidates
in biochemistry and biophysics present a
departmental research seminar in the third or
fourth year. One registers in the term the seminar
is presented.
BB 550. GENERAL BIOCHEMISTRY (4).
Sequence course for students with a limited
background in physical chemistry. BB 450/BB 550,
three lectures and one recitation. BB 451/BB 551
and BB 452/BB 552, three lectures. PREREQS:
CH 332. BB 550, BB 551, BB 552 must be taken
in order.
BB 551. GENERAL BIOCHEMISTRY (3).
Sequence course for students with a limited
background in physical chemistry. BB 450/BB 550,
three lectures and one recitation. BB 451/BB 551
and BB 452/BB 552, three lectures. PREREQS:
BB 550.
BB 552. GENERAL BIOCHEMISTRY (3).
Sequence course for students with a limited
background in physical chemistry. BB 450/BB 550,
three lectures and one recitation. BB 451/BB 551
and BB 452/552, three lectures. PREREQS: BB 551.
BB 581. BIOPHYSICS (3). Sequence
professional course covering quantitative
properties of biological systems and biological
phenomena using concepts derived from
mathematics and physics. PREREQS: CH 442.
BB 582. BIOPHYSICS (3). Sequence
professional course covering quantitative
properties of biological systems and biological
phenomena using concepts derived from
mathematics and physics. PREREQS: CH 442.
BB 583. BIOPHYSICS (3). Sequence
professional course covering quantitative
properties of biological systems and biological
phenomena using concepts derived from
mathematics and physics. PREREQS: CH 442.
BB 590. BIOCHEMISTRY (3). Sequence
professional course to meet the requirements
of majors in biochemistry and biophysics.
PREREQS: BB 590, BB 591, BB 592 must be
taken in order.
BB 591. BIOCHEMISTRY (3). Sequence
professional course to meet the requirements
of majors in biochemistry and biophysics.
PREREQS: BB 590 or BB 490
BB 592. BIOCHEMISTRY (3). Sequence
professional course to meet the requirements
of majors in biochemistry and biophysics.
PREREQS: CH 591. Concurrent registration in
CH 440, CH 441, CH 442 is recommended but not
required.
BB 593. BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY (3).
Laboratory to accompany BB 450, BB 451,
BB 452 or BB 490, BB 491, BB 492. Lec/lab/rec.
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BB 594. BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY (3).
Laboratory to accompany BB 450, BB 451,
BB 452 or BB 490, BB 491, BB 492. Lec/lab.
BB 601. RESEARCH (1-16).
BB 603. THESIS (1-16).
BB 605. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
BB 607. SEMINAR (1-2). Section 1: Descriptions
of campus research programs in biochemistry
and biophysics, 1 credit fall. Graded P/N. Student
presentations of current research literature,
1 credit winter and spring. Should be taken by
all entering departmental graduate students.
Section 2: Presentation of departmental research
seminar, 2 credits any term. PhD candidates
in biochemistry and biophysics present a
departmental research seminar in the third or
fourth year. One registers in the term the seminar
is presented.
BB 650. SELECTED TOPICS IN BIOCHEMISTRY
AND BIOPHYSICS (3). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint student with current
research in biochemistry and biophysics. Courses
include enzyme kinetics, cell cycle and cancer,
neurochemistry, oxidative stress, cell adhesion
and motility. Most courses offered alternate years.
BB 651. SELECTED TOPICS IN BIOCHEMISTRY
AND BIOPHYSICS (3). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint student with current research
in biochemistry and biophysics. Courses include
cell surfaces, enzyme kinetics, metabolism,
neurochemistry, trace element metabolism,
biological oxidations, and bioenergetics. Most
courses offered alternate years.
BB 652. SELECTED TOPICS IN BIOCHEMISTRY
AND BIOPHYSICS (3). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint student with current research
in biochemistry and biophysics. Courses include
enzyme kinetics, metabolism, neurochemistry,
trace element metabolism, biological oxidations,
and bioenergetics. Most courses offered alternate
years.
BB 654. PROTEINS (3). Advanced treatment of
protein structure and function. PREREQS:
BB 451/BB 551, BB 492/BB 592, or equivalent.
BB 656. DNA REPAIR AND MUTAGENESIS (3).
Biochemical pathways by which cells maintain
genomic stability by avoiding DNA mutation and
breakage, including repair of DNA damage, DNA
replication fidelity and replication error-correction
processes, and bypass replication of damaged
DNA. CROSSLISTED as TOX 656. PREREQS:
BB 492 or equivalent. MCB 554 and MCB 555 are
recommended.
BB 662. HORMONE ACTION (3). Mechanisms
of action of peptide and steroid hormones
and related compounds at the cellular level.
CROSSLISTED as ANS 662. PREREQS: BB 452/
BB 552, BB 492/BB 592 or equivalent.
BB 664. PHYSICAL METHODS IN BIOPHYSICS
AND BIOCHEMISTRY (3). Important techniques
for studying biopolymers and biological systems.
Not offered every year. PREREQS: BB 483/BB 583.
BIOLOGY PROGRAM
Robert T. Mason, Chair
2042 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-2911
541-737-2993
Website: http://biology.science.oregonstate.edu/
or CH 121. General Chemistry (5)
and CH 122, CH 123. *General Chemistry
(5,5)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
and MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
or MTH 268. Mathematical Ideas in
Biology (4)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Required courses and/or electives (6)
Sophomore Year
FACULTY
Senior Instructor Clark
Instructors Blair, Lavery, Rajagopal
Other faculty members are listed under
the biological science departments.
Undergraduate Major
Biology (BS)
Options
Biotechnology
Genetics
Marine Biology
Pre-Education
Minor
Biology
The undergraduate biology major was
created for students who wish to obtain
broad, interdisciplinary training in the
biological sciences rather than enter
into a traditional biological subdiscipline represented by the Departments
of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Botany
and Plant Pathology, Microbiology, and
Zoology. The Biology Program brings together the faculty, content and research
strengths of the departments above to
provide students with a rigorous education coupled with practical scientific
experience.
The biology degree is ideal preparation for advanced graduate education
in the biological sciences and professional schools in fields such as dentistry
and medicine. It also prepares students
well for a variety of careers in industry, government agencies, nonprofit
organizations and academia. Recent
graduates have entered such varied areas
as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, environmental policy, teaching, medicine,
forensics, conservation, marine biology,
biological illustration, field biology, and
other environmental sciences.
Because of the interdisciplinary nature
of the program, students in biology may
not seek a dual major or double degree in
general science or zoology.
BIOLOGY (BS, CRED, HBS)
Core Program
Freshman Year
BI 198. Seminar (1)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
or take BI 460/BI 461. Cell Biology, Cell
Biology Lab (3,2) in senior year
BI 370. Ecology (3)
CH 331, CH 332, CH 337. Organic
Chemistry and Lab (4,4,4)
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
Complete Math Requirements (listed
in freshman year)
Required courses and/or electives (16)
Junior Year
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry (4,3)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
BI 370. Ecology (3)
MB 302, MB 303. General Microbiology,
General Microbiology Lab (3,2)
ST 351, ST 352. Intro to Statistical Methods
(4,4)
Choose one organismal biology from
the following (3–5):
BI 358. Symbioses and the Environment (3)
BOT 313. Plant Structure (4)
BOT 321. Introduction to Plant
Systematics (4)
BOT 416. Aquatic Botany (4)
BOT 461. Mycology (4)
MB 480. General Parasitology (3)
Z 361. Invertebrate Biology (3)
and Z 362. Invertebrate Biology Lab (2)
Z 365. Biology of Insects (4)
Z 371. Vertebrate Biology (3)
and Z 372. Vertebrate Biology Lab (2)
Z 422. Comparative Anatomy (5)
Z 477. Aquatic Entomology (4)
Senior Year
BI 445. Evolution (3)
Choose one physiology from
below (3–5):
BOT 331. Plant Physiology (4)
BOT 488. Environmental Physiology of
Plants (3)
Z 423. Environmental Physiology (4)
Z 425. Embryology and Development (5)
Z 430. Principles of Physiology (4)
Z 431. Vertebrate Physiology (4)
Z 432. Vertebrate Physiology (4)
Choose one history of science from
the following (3):
HSTS 415. *^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 417. *^History of Medicine (3)
HSTS 425. *^History of the Life Sciences (3)
Choose one writing intensive course
(WIC) from the following (3):
BB/BI 317. ^Scientific Theory and Practice
(3)
BI 315. ^Molecular Biology Lab (3)
BI 371. ^Ecological Methods (3)
BI 388. ^Special Topics in Biology (3)
College of Science
HSTS 415. *^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 417. *^History of Medicine (3)
HSTS 425. *^History of the Life Sciences (3)
or other WIC courses approved by the
program chair.
Two additional 3–5 credit, upper-division
(300–400), College of Science courses
NOT used for the Biology requirements
above and meeting the stipulations
below:
Allowed: Science courses offered by
departments in the College of Science
(BB, BI, BOT, CH, GEO, ENSC, MB, MTH,
PH, ST, and Z). College of Science courses
taken for a double major, option, or
minor.
Excluded: Blanket numbered courses
(e.g. 309, 401, 405, 406, 407, 409, 410).
Courses from the Human Anatomy and
Physiology series Z 331–Z 333 and
Z 341–Z 343. Any of the following:
Z 345, BB 490, BB 491.
Total=180
BIOTECHNOLOGY
(BIOLOGY) OPTION
Required Courses (9)
BB 493. ^Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
BB 494. Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
MB 310. Bacterial Molecular Genetics (3)
Electives—Select a minimum of 12
credits from the following:
BB 332. *Molecular Medicine (3)
BOT 332. Experimental Plant Physiology (3)
HORT 441. Plant Tissue Culture (4)
MB 311. ^Molecular Microbiology Lab:
A Writing Intensive Course (3)
MB 416, MB 417. Immunology,
Immunology Lab (3,2)
MB 430. Pathogenic Microbiology (3)
MB 434. Virology (3)
MB 435. Pathogenic Microbes Lab (2)
MB 456. Plasmid Biology (3)
MB 479. Fermentation Microbiology (3)
Total credits 21–22
Note: Courses used to satisfy the Biotechnology option requirements may
only be used to satisfy the additional
upper-division College of Science courses
in the Biology major.
GENETICS OPTION
Required Courses (14)
BB 493. ^Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
BB 494. Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
GEN 430. Introduction to Population
Genetics (3)
MB 310. Bacterial Molecular Genetics (3)
MB 311. ^Molecular Microbiology Lab: A
Writing Intensive Course (3)
MB 456. Plasmid Biology (3)
Z 425. Embryology and Development (5)
Total=23
Note: Courses used to satisfy the Genetics option requirements may only be
used to satisfy the additional upperdivision College of Science courses in the
Biology major.
MARINE BIOLOGY OPTION
Biology majors can obtain a Marine Biology option by satisfying either Track 1 or
Track 2 requirements.
Track I (21)
BI 450, BI 451. Marine Biology, Marine
Biology Lab (8,8)
Admission by application only. Taught at
Hatfield Marine Science Center.
Electives: Select a minimum of 5
credits from the following:
OC 331. Intro to Oceanography (3)
or OC 332. Coastal Oceanography (3)
(Only one of the OC courses is acceptable
for the option.)
Z 351. Marine Ecology (3)
Z 352. Marine Ecology Lab (2)
Z 464. Marine Conservation Biology (3)
Track II (21–22)
BOT 416. Aquatic Botany (4)
Z 351. Marine Ecology (3)
Z 352. Marine Ecology Lab (2)
Z 361. Invertebrate Biology (3)
Z 362. Invertebrate Biology Lab (2)
or Z 461. Marine and Estuarine
Invertebrate Zoology (4)
Electives Select a minimum of 5 credits
from the following:
BI 358. Symbioses and the Environment (3)
FW 315. Biology of Fishes (3)
FW 316. Systematics of Fishes (2)
Z 464. Marine Conservation Biology (3)
And one of the OC courses below to
complete electives (3):
OC 331. Intro to Oceanography (3)
OC 332. Coastal Oceanography (3)
Other Hatfield Marine Science Center
summer courses may be used as electives only if approved by Brock McLeod,
mcleodb@science.oregonstate.edu. See
http://hmsc.oregonstate.edu/stuinfo.
html for course offerings.
Note: Courses used to satisfy the
Marine Biology option requirements may
only be used to satisfy the additional
upper-division College of Science courses
in the Biology major.
PRE-EDUCATION
BIOLOGY OPTION
CAUTION: The pre-education option
meets the requirements for most graduate teacher licensure programs. Students
must check pre-requisites at any school
to which they apply for up-to-date
information.
Required Courses (10–12 credits)
SED 407. Seminar: Science and Mathematics
Education Orientation (2)
SED 412/SED 512. Technology Foundations
for Teaching Math and Science (3)
SED 413/SED 513. Science Materials and
Laboratories (3)
Select one adolescent psychology
course from below:
HDFS 313. Adolescent Development (4)
TCE 412. Learning Styles and Needs in
Adolescence (2)
TCE 512. Psychology of the Adolescent (3)
483
Practicum Experience (Select 6 cr)
BI 405. Reading and Conference: BI 211,
BI 212, BI 213 Teaching Internship (1–3)
SED 309. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3)
SED 406. Projects: Fall Classroom
Experience (1–3)
or SED 406. Projects: Winter Classroom
Experience (1–3)
SED 409. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3)
Pre-Education option students must also
complete additional courses from at
least one of the specific tracks below.
Chemistry Track (Middle and High
School Endorsement)
Choose at least 6 credits from below:
BB 493. ^Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
CH 324. Quantitative Analysis (4)
CH 390. Environmental Chemistry (3)
CH 440. Physical Chemistry (3)
Integrated Science Track (Middle
and High School Endorsement)
(11–12 credits)
Choose two of the following courses:
GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
GEO 203. *Evolution of Planet Earth (4)
Choose one of the following courses:
ATS 210. Introduction to Atmospheric
Sciences (3)
GEO 201, GEO 202 or GEO 203 if not
taken above,
GEO 323. ^Climatology (4)
OC 331. Intro to Oceanography (3)
Note: Courses used to satisfy the PreEducation Biology option requirements
may only be used to satisfy the additional upper-division College of Science
courses in the Biology major.
BIOLOGY MINOR
The minor in Biology includes a required introductory biology sequence
with a chemistry prerequisite or corequisite (BI 211, BI 212, BI 213, *Principles
of Biology), a required course in cell and
molecular biology (BI 314) and 13 or
more credits of upper-division courses
offered under the elective areas listed
below. Equivalent courses taken at other
institutions may be substituted. Any
substitutions must be approved by the
Biology Program Office. No upperdivision course used to satisfy a
major requirement may be used
to fulfill the physiology, ecology
and systematics, evolution, or
genetics elective areas below.
Required (16)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
Electives:
Choose one course in each of the
following subject areas:
Physiology:
BOT 331. Plant Physiology (4)
Z 423. Environmental Physiology (4)
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Z 425. Embryology and Development (5)
Z 430. Principles of Physiology (4)
Z 431. Vertebrate Physiology (4)
Z 432. Vertebrate Physiology (4)
Ecology and Systematics:
BI 370. Ecology (3)
BOT 341. Plant Ecology (4)
BOT 425. Flora of the Pacific Northwest (3)
ENT 420. Insect Ecology (3)
MB 448. Microbial Ecology (3)
Z 351. Marine Ecology (3)
Z 361. Invertebrate Biology (3)
Z 365. Biology of Insects (4)
Z 371. Vertebrate Biology (3)
Evolution:
BI 445. Evolution (3)
HSTS 415. *^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
Z 345. *Introduction to Evolution (3)
Genetics:
BI 311. Genetics (4)
GEN 430. Introduction to Population
Genetics (3)
MB 310. Bacterial Molecular Genetics (3)
Total=29 or more credits
COURSES
BI 101. *GENERAL BIOLOGY (4). Diversity
of life, ecology, population biology, and human
environmental impacts. An introductory course in
the principles and methods of biology, intended for
majors in fields other than the biological sciences.
Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course)
BI 102. *GENERAL BIOLOGY (4). Mendelian
genetics, molecular genetics, human genetics,
genetic engineering, evolution, and behavior. An
introductory course in the principles and methods
of biology, intended for majors in fields other
than the biological sciences. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core
Course)
BI 103. *GENERAL BIOLOGY (4). Human
anatomy and physiology, and human diseases. An
introductory course in the principles and methods
of biology, intended for majors in fields other
than the biological sciences. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core
Course)
BI 107. HEALTH PROFESSIONS: DENTAL
(1). Discussion of matters relating to careers in
dentistry by local dentists. Includes application
procedures, the importance of various
requirements, admission, professional school
curricula, financing education and related matters.
Graded P/N.
BI 109. HEALTH PROFESSIONS: MEDICAL
(1). Discussion of matters relating to careers in
medicine. Includes application procedures, the
importance of various requirements, admissions,
professional school curricula, financing education,
and related matters. Graded P/N.
BI 111. INTRODUCTION TO MARINE LIFE
IN THE SEA (1). A field-focused learning
experience, this inquiry-based course is a basic
overview of the marine life and environment
on the Oregon coast, including rocky shores,
sandy beaches, mud flats, bays, estuaries, and
watersheds. Through lectures, lab and field
exercises, students will examine important
marine organisms in their habitat; exploring
their ecological niches and adaptations to
their environment along the Oregon coast.
CROSSLISTED as FW 111. PREREQS: High
school biology and chemistry.
BI 198. BIOLOGY FRESHMAN SEMINAR (1).
Presentations made by eminent teachers and
researchers who will discuss various aspects
of biology. Open to first-year students and
sophomores in biology, undeclared science, and
UESP. Graded P/N.
BI 199. SELECTED TOPICS (1-8).
BI 199H. SELECTED TOPICS (1-8). PREREQS:
Honors College approval required.
BI 201. *INTEGRATIVE BIOLOGY (4). Biology of
human foods including plant and animal anatomy,
biochemical foundations of nutrition, historical and
cultural context of foods, current biotechnologies,
and emerging environmental concerns. An indepth thematic exploration intended to develop the
knowledge necessary to investigate, understand,
and respond to complex issues. (Bacc Core
Course)
BI 211. *PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY (4). Origins
of life, energy transformations, plant and animal
diversity. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS:
General chemistry (may be taken concurrently).
For life science majors and pre-professional
students.
BI 211H. *PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY (4).
Origins of life, energy transformations, plant and
animal physiology. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: General chemistry (may be taken
concurrently). For life science majors and preprofessional students. Honors College approval
required.
BI 212. *PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY (4). Cell
biology, organ systems, plant and animal
physiology. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: General chemistry (may be taken
concurrently). For life science majors and preprofessional students.
BI 212H. *PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY (4).
Cell biology, organ systems, plant and animal
physiology. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: General chemistry (may be taken
concurrently). For life science majors and preprofessional students. Honors College approval
required.
BI 213. *PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY (4).
Genetics, evolution, natural selection, and ecology.
Lec/lab. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: General
chemistry (may be taken concurrently). For life
science majors and pre-professional students.
BI 213H. *PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY (4).
Genetics, evolution, natural selection, and ecology.
Lec/lab. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: General
chemistry (may be taken concurrently). For life
science majors and pre-professional students,
Honors College approval required.
BI 299. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
BI 300. *PLAGUES, PESTS, AND POLITICS
(3). Integration and interaction of agricultural and
public health aspects of entomology in society and
history. CROSSLISTED as ENT 300 and HORT
330. (Bacc Core Course)
BI 301. *HUMAN IMPACTS ON ECOSYSTEMS
(3). Selected human impacts on ecosystems are
examined in depth, including air quality, global
climate change, management of agricultural and
forest resources, and threats to biological diversity.
The causes, approaches to investigating, and
potential solutions for each issue are discussed
from a scientific and social perspective. Adverse
effects on ecosystems that result from each
environmental problem are examined. (Bacc Core
Course) PREREQS: One year of college biology
or chemistry. Junior standing required.
BI 302. BIOLOGY AND CONSERVATION OF
MARINE MAMMALS (4). An examination of the
biology of whales, pinnipeds, and other marine
mammals, include general adaptations to a
marine existence; systematics and biogeography;
reproduction; diving physiology; communication
and echolocation; feeding and migratory behavior;
and marine mammal/human interactions, including
conservation issues. CROSSLISTED as FW
302. Taught at Hatfield Marine Science Center.
PREREQS: One year of introductory biology is
mandatory.
BI 306. *^ENVIRONMENTAL ECOLOGY (3).
Biological, physical, and chemical nature of both
natural and human-disturbed ecosystems. Topics
include population and conservation ecology,
toxins in the food chain and in the environment,
forest decline and acid rain, eutrophication
of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, and
ecosystem restoration. Offered alternate years.
(Bacc Core Course) (Writing Intensive Course)
PREREQS: One year of college biology and
chemistry.
BI 306H. *^ENVIRONMENTAL ECOLOGY (3).
Biological, physical, and chemical nature of both
natural and human-disturbed ecosystems. Topics
include population and conservation ecology,
toxins in the food chain and in the environment,
forest decline and acid rain, eutrophication
of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, and
ecosystem restoration. Offered alternate years.
(Bacc Core Course) (Writing Intensive Course)
PREREQS: One year of college biology and
chemistry; Honors College approval required.
BI 311. GENETICS (4). Fundamentals of
Mendelian, quantitative, population, molecular,
and developmental genetics. Lec/rec. PREREQS:
(CH 331 or CH 334) and (BI 211 or BI 211H) and
(BI 212 or BI 212H) and (BI 213 or BI 213H). BI
314 strongly recommended.
BI 314. CELL AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
(4). Fundamental concepts of prokaryotic and
eukaryotic cell biology. Emphasizes cell structure
and function at the molecular level. Lec/lab/rec.
PREREQS: (BI 211 or BI 211H) and (BI 212 or
BI 212H) and (BI 213 or BI 213H) and (CH 331 or
CH 334)
BI 315. ^MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
LABORATORY (3). Laboratory experiments will
introduce students to basic molecular biological
techniques, such as restriction analysis of
DNA, introduction of recombinant plasmids into
bacteria, expression of foreign genes in bacteria,
polymerase chain reaction and protein analysis.
Lec/lab. (Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS:
Concurrent or prior registration in BI 314 or BB 331.
BI 317. ^SCIENTIFIC THEORY AND
PRACTICE (3). Teaches students the practice
of biological science. Topics cover scientific
theory, communications, and critical evaluation.
CROSSLISTED as BB 317. (Writing Intensive
Course) PREREQS: One year of college biology.
BI 349. *BIODIVERSITY: CAUSES,
CONSEQUENCES AND CONSERVATION (3).
The earth’s biodiversity is a precious inheritance
that is threatened by an unprecedented extinction
crisis. This course examines the evolutionary and
ecological processes that have created this unique
diversity of life, the importance of biodiversity
in maintaining the earth’s ecosystems, and
methods used to conserve biodiversity for future
generations. CROSSLISTED as Z 349. (Bacc
Core Course)
BI 350. ANIMAL BEHAVIOR (3). Concepts of
behavior; sensory receptors, internal mechanisms,
governing responses; learning and habituation;
social organization and communication.
CROSSLISTED as Z 350. PREREQS: One year
of college biology.
BI 358. SYMBIOSES AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(3). Overview of the diversity of mutualistic
symbioses and their roles in the natural
environment. Integrative approach, from
ecosystem to molecule, to the examination of
certain key mutualisms. Lec. Offered alternate
years. PREREQS: (BI 211 or BI 211H) and (BI
212 or BI 212H) and (BI 213 or BI 213H) and (CH
121 and CH 122 and CH 123) or (CH 221 and CH
222 and CH 223) or (CH 224H and CH 225H and
CH 226H)
BI 370. ECOLOGY (3). The study of interactions
between organisms and their biotic and abiotic
environments at the population, community,
ecosystem, and biosphere levels of organization.
PREREQS: (BI 211 or BI 211H) and (BI 212 or BI
212H) and (BI 213 or BI 213H)
College of Science
BI 371. ^ECOLOGICAL METHODS (3).
Experimental design, data collection, analysis and
synthesis in ecological studies; local ecosystems
emphasized. May have field trip fee. Lec/lab.
(Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS: BI 370 or
equivalent.
BI 388. ^SPECIAL TOPICS IN BIOLOGY (3).
Studies of contemporary subjects of interest and
importance in biology. (Writing Intensive Course)
PREREQS: One year of college biology or
departmental approval required.
BI 399. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). May be
repeated for 16 total credits. PREREQS:
Requirements vary. Consult with department.
BI 401. RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP (1-16).
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
BI 401H. RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP
(1-16). PREREQS: Honors College approval
required.
BI 403. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS: Departmental
approval required.
BI 405. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
BI 407. SEMINAR (1). Departmental seminar.
CROSSLISTED as BOT 407. Graded P/N.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
BI 407H. SEMINAR (1). Departmental seminar.
CROSSLISTED as BOT 407H. Graded P/N.
PREREQS: Junior or senior standing in botany or
biology. Instructor approval required. Departmental
approval required. Honors College approval
required.
BI 410. INTERNSHIP (1-16). Graded P/N.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
BI 420. *VIRUSES IN MODERN SOCIETY (3).
Impact of viruses on modern civilization. Molecular
mechanisms of viral infectivity. Approaches to
the prevention and cure of viral diseases. Role
of viruses in agriculture and industry. Offered
alternate years. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS:
BI 311 or BI 314
BI 421. AQUATIC BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS (4).
An overview of the background, theory, evolution,
ecology, politics and conservation of invasions
by introduced species in aquatic environments.
CROSSLISTED as FW 421/FW 521. PREREQS:
One year of college biology.
BI 435. *GENES AND CHEMICALS IN
AGRICULTURE: VALUE AND RISK (3). A
multidisciplinary course that examines
the scientific, social, political, economic,
environmental, and ethical controversies
surrounding agricultural and natural resource
biotechnologies. CROSSLISTED as FS 430/FS
530, TOX 435/TOX 535. (Bacc Core Course)
BI 435H. *GENES AND CHEMICALS IN
AGRICULTURE: VALUE AND RISK (3). A
multidisciplinary course that examines
the scientific, social, political, economic,
environmental, and ethical controversies
surrounding agricultural and natural resource
biotechnologies. CROSSLISTED as FS 430H/
FS 530, TOX 435/TOX 535. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: Honors College approval required.
BI 445. EVOLUTION (3). Formal analysis of
genetic and ecological mechanisms producing
evolutionary change; special topics include
speciation, ecological constraints, adaptive
radiations, paleontology, biogeography, the origin
of life, molecular evolution, and human evolution.
PREREQS: BI 311, BI 370.
BI 450. MARINE BIOLOGY (8). A comprehensive
introduction to the flora and fauna of the marine
environment approached from the level of the cell
to the whole organism. Ecological patterns and
processes characteristic of marine communities
will be emphasized. Taught Hatfield Marine
Science Center, Newport, OR. PREREQS: BI 370
or equivalent. Departmental approval required.
Admission to BI 450/BI 451 is by application only.
Must be taken concurrently with BI 451.
BI 451. MARINE BIOLOGY LABORATORY
(8). Laboratories and field experience with flora
and fauna of marine environment, microbes,
physiological and biochemical characteristics
and adaptations of marine organisms, ecological
patterns and processes of marine populations,
communities, and ecosystems. Field trip fee.
Taught at Hatfield Marine Science Center,
Newport, OR. PREREQS: BI 370 or equivalent.
Departmental approval required. Admission to BI
450/BI 451 is by application only. Must be taken
concurrently with BI 450.
BI 460. CELL BIOLOGY (3). In-depth study of
eukaryotic cells with emphasis on relationships
between structural components and functional
processes within and between cells. Topics
include nuclear and cytoplasmic compartments,
organization and assembly of the cytoskeleton,
and abnormal cell development. PREREQS:
BB 350* or (BB 450* and BB 451*) and BI 211
and BI 212 and BI 213, (BI 211, BI 212, BI 213)
or an equivalent one year introductory biology
sequence.
BI 461. CELL BIOLOGY LABORATORY (2).
Laboratory experiments to study the structure and
functions of eukaryotic cells. PREREQS: BI 460*
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BI 550. MARINE BIOLOGY (8). A comprehensive
introduction to the flora and fauna of the marine
environment approached from the level of the cell
to the whole organism. Ecological patterns and
processes characteristic of marine communities
will be emphasized. Taught at Hatfield Marine
Science Center in Newport, OR. PREREQS:
BI 370 or equivalent. Departmental approval
required. Admission to BI 550/BI 551 is by
application only. Must be taken concurrently with
BI 551.
BI 551. MARINE BIOLOGY LABORATORY
(8). Laboratories and field experience with flora
and fauna of the marine environment, microbes,
physiological and biochemical characteristics
and adaptations of marine organisms, ecological
patterns and processes of marine populations,
communities, and ecosystems. Field trip fee.
Taught at Hatfield Marine Science Center.
PREREQS: BI 370 or equivalent. Departmental
approval required. Admission to BI 550/BI 551 is
by application only. Must be taken concurrently
with BI 550.
BI 560. CELL BIOLOGY (3). In-depth study of
eukaryotic cells with emphasis on relationships
between structural components and functional
processes within and between cells. Topics
include nuclear and cytoplasmic compartments,
organization and assembly of the cytoskeleton,
and abnormal cell development. PREREQS:
BI 211 and BI 212 and BI 213 and BB 350* or
(BB 450* and BB 451*), (BI 211, BI 212, BI 213)
or an equivalent one year introductory biology
sequence. BB 350* or (BB 450* and BB 451*).
BI 566. ELECTRON MICROSCOPY (3).
Transmission and scanning EM, as well as X-ray
instrument theory and design, sample preparation,
and applications to biological and materials
microstructural studies. PREREQS: Introductory
college physics; junior standing.
BI 466. ELECTRON MICROSCOPY (3).
Transmission and scanning EM, as well as X-ray
instrument theory and design, sample preparation,
and applications to biological and materials
microstructural studies. PREREQS: Introductory
college physics; junior standing.
BI 570. COMMUNITY STRUCTURE AND
ANALYSIS (4). Quantitative methods for
the analysis of biotic communities, including
community concepts, estimation of community
composition parameters, theoretical aspects
of multivariate methods of analyzing speciesimportance data, and overview of multivariate
tools; hands-on computer analysis of data sets.
Lec/lab. PREREQS: BI 370 or equivalent course;
ST 412/ST 512 or equivalent; calculus.
BI 499. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
BI 599. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
BI 505. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
BI 670. COMMUNITY STRUCTURE AND
ANALYSIS (4). Quantitative methods for
the analysis of biotic communities, including
community concepts, estimation of community
composition parameters, theoretical aspects
of multivariate methods of analyzing speciesabundance data, and overview of multivariate
tools; hands-on computer analysis of data sets.
Lec/lab. PREREQS: BI 370 or equivalent course;
ST 412/ST 512 or equivalent; calculus.
BI 530. BIOTECHNOLOGIES: AGRICULTURE,
FOOD AND RESOURCE ISSUES (3). A
multidisciplinary course that examines the scientific,
social, political, economic, environmental, and
ethical controversies surrounding agricultural and
natural resource biotechnologies. CROSSLISTED
as FS 430/FS 530.
BI 545. EVOLUTION (3). Formal analysis of
genetic and ecological mechanisms producing
evolutionary change; special topics include
speciation, ecological constraints, adaptive
radiations, paleontology, biogeography, the origin
of life, molecular evolution, and human evolution.
PREREQS: BI 311 or equivalent genetics course.
BI 808. WORKSHOP (1-16).
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Oregon State University
BOTANY AND
PLANT PATHOLOGY
Daniel J. Arp, Chair
2064 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-2902
541-737-3451
E-mail: bpp-off@science.oregonstate.edu
Website: http://www.science.oregonstate.
edu/bpp/
FACULTY
Professors Arp, Behrenfeld, Carrington,
Ciuffetti, Coakley, Dolja, Hamm,
Hansen, Ingham, Johnson, Lajtha,
Liston, McCune, McEvoy, Moldenke,
Muir, Mundt, Pscheidt, Smiley, Spatafora,
Spotts, Stone, Sugar, Wolpert
Associate Professors Fowler, Ocamb,
Parke, Rivin, Sayavedra-Soto, Wilson
Assistant Professors Chang, Coop,
Givan, Luh, Mockler, Stockwell
Senior Instructors Halse, Putnam
Instructor Young
COURTESY FACULTY
Professors Loper, Martin, Neilson,
Pfender
Associate Professors Grunwald,
Kentula, Mahaffee, Pyke
Assistant Professors Cronn, Gent,
Kaye, Meinke
ADJUNCT FACULTY
Assistant Professors Bakker, Freitag
Undergraduate Major
Botany (BS)
Options
Botanical Research
Fungal Biology
Plant Ecology and Systematics
Plant Molecular Genetics and
Biotechnology
Pre-Professional Teaching
Minor
Botany
Graduate Major
Botany and Plant Pathology
(MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Applied Systematics
Ecology
Genetics
Genomics and Computational Biology
Molecular and Cellular Biology
Mycology
Plant Pathology
Plant Physiology
Systematics
Graduate Minor
Botany and Plant Pathology
UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES
Botany and plant pathology are concerned with the study of plants at all
levels of biological organization, from
molecular and cellular processes to the
global ecosystem. This breadth of field
reflects the wide range of issues and
problems that confront plant biologists.
In addition to addressing fundamental
questions in plant biology, plant scientists in the 21st century will be called
upon to provide information useful for
producing food, fiber, and medicine for
an increasing population, and for increasing our understanding of the diversity of plant and ecological systems and
their interactions with humans. Students
studying botany and plant pathology
at OSU receive the basic science background necessary for such contributions,
and may choose to focus in a particular
area within plant science.
The undergraduate program in the
Department of Botany and Plant Pathology is designed for students who wish
to receive a BS in Botany degree and
for students pursuing degrees in other
fields that require a knowledge of plant
biology. For example, students who
have an undergraduate major in biology
or environmental science may wish to
emphasize botany courses in their upper
division course work.
Completion of the undergraduate curriculum in botany can qualify students
for graduate work in various areas of
plant biology and plant pathology, and
for positions in state and federal agencies
and industries concerned with plants and
their products.
Prospective botany majors should
obtain a strong background in the
biological and physical sciences at the
high school level. Specifically recommended are a minimum of three years
of high school mathematics, including
algebra, geometry, and some exposure to
trigonometry; one year of chemistry; one
year of biology; one year of physics; and
courses designed to develop computer
and writing skills. Students without an
adequate background in mathematics
and science may make up these deficiencies early in their college careers.
GRADUATE STUDIES
The Department of Botany and Plant
Pathology offers graduate programs in
the following areas of concentration:
ecology, genetics, molecular and cellular
biology, mycology, plant pathology,
plant physiology, systematics, and applied systematics.
• Ecology includes physiological,
population, community, ecosystem
and global studies in ecology.
• Genetics includes molecular,
classical and population studies of
the genetics of plants, fungi, and
plant-associated microorganisms.
•
Genomics and Computational
Biology includes the functional,
comparative and structural study
of plant, fungal, viral and bacterial
genomes and the development
and application of bioinformatic
algorithms and tools used in the
analysis of genomic data.
• Molecular and cellular
biology includes studies of
molecular and cellular mechanisms
active during plant development,
molecular aspects of plant-pathogen
interactions, and various aspects of
gene regulation, signal transduction,
and the cytoskeleton.
• Mycology includes the systematics,
ecology, and population genetics of
lichenized and nonlichenized fungi.
• Plant pathology includes
studies in the areas of bacteriology,
nematology, virology, forest
pathology, epidemiology of
plant diseases, the physiology of
parasitism, and the molecular and
biochemical basis of plant hostpathogen interactions.
• Plant physiology includes
investigations of the regulation of
plant growth and development, the
molecular and physiological basis of
plant-microbe interactions, nitrogen
metabolism and the nitrogen cycle,
and problems in environmental and
stress physiology in plant systems.
• Systematics includes investigations
of the taxonomy, phylogeny, and
biogeography of plants, fungi, and
lichens.
• Applied systematics includes
internship-based programs
of study providing technical
skills in plant classification,
identification, and ecological
properties of plant species.
Students with majors in any one
area may incorporate into their programs minors in other areas within the
department or in other departments and
colleges. Integrated minors, and interdisciplinary programs in plant physiology,
molecular and cellular biology, genetics, and environmental science are also
available.
The PhD and MS degrees offered by
the Department of Botany and Plant
Pathology require, in addition to course
work, research resulting in presentation
and defense of a thesis. A nonthesis MS
degree also is available. PhD candidates
must pass a written and oral preliminary
examination upon completion of their
course work. In addition, PhD students
are required to be a teaching assistant for
two quarters. The MA degree requires the
knowledge of one foreign language.
Inquiries concerning graduate studies
can be forwarded to the chairperson of
the Department of Botany and Plant
Pathology.
College of Science
BOTANY (BS, CRED, HBS)
The required curriculum meets the
course requirements of the university
and the College of Science and provides
opportunity for specialized study in one
or more principal areas of plant science.
The undergraduate major, in regular consultation with a faculty advisor, prepares
an academic program that meets university requirements, provides adequate scientific background, and fulfills individual
goals and interests.
Required courses are listed below
according to a suggested schedule. The
order in which particular courses are
taken may vary in individual cases.
Freshman Year
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
CH 121, CH 122, CH 123, or CH 221, CH
222, CH 223. *General Chemistry (5,5,5)
Mathematics courses (Prerequisites for
calculus, as required)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Perspective courses (15)
Sophomore Year
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
BOT 321. Plant Systematics (4)
CH 331, CH 332. Organic Chemistry (8)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(various activities) (1)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
and MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
or MTH 241. *Calculus for Management
and Social Science (4)
and MTH 245. *Mathematics for
Management, Life, and Social Sciences (4)
Additional approved writing (WR)
or speech (COMM) courses (6)
Additional electives (13)
Junior Year
BB 350. Elementary Biochemistry (4)
or BB 450 and BB 451. General
Biochemistry (4,3)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
or HORT/CSS 430. Plant Genetics (3)
BOT 313. Plant Structure (4)
BOT 341. Plant Ecology (4)
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
Synthesis courses (6)
Additional electives (4–9)
Senior Year
BOT 331. Plant Physiology (4)
BOT 332. Laboratory Techniques in Plant
Biology (3)
BOT 350. Introductory Plant Pathology (4)
BOT 416. Aquatic Botany (4)
or BOT 461. Mycology (4)
or BOT 465. Lichenology (4)
or BOT 466. Bryology (4)
ST 351. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
Select one Writing Intensive Course
from below:
BI 306H. *^Environmental Ecology (3)
BB/BI 317. ^Theory and Practice of Science
(3)
BB 493. ^Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
BI 371. ^Ecological Methods (3)
BI 388. ^Special Topics: Flowering Plants
of the World (3)
HORT 311. ^Plant Propagation (4)
HSTS 415. *^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 419. *^Studies in Scientific
Controversy: Method and Practice of (3)
HSTS 425. *^History of the Life Sciences (3)
Additional upper-division biological science
courses: College of Science courses other
than BOT courses (4)
Additional electives (17–19)
Total=180
BOTANICAL RESEARCH OPTION
The Botanical Research option is designed for those undergraduate majors
who desire to obtain the intensive
research experience associated with the
development of a thesis project.
This option requires the completion of
a total of 21 credits selected from the
following:
Two approved subject matter electives
(6–10 credits)
BOT 401. Research (9–12)
BOT 403. Thesis (2–3)
BOT 405. Reading and Conference (1–3)
To complete this option, students must
follow the procedure outlined below:
1. Choose a research advisor and
develop the option. Identify a
research advisor from among the
faculty in the Department of Botany
and Plant Pathology who is willing
to supervise the option. Develop a
course list and overall plan for the
option and have it approved by
the research advisor and academic
advisors.
2. Develop expertise. Complete
two approved courses (6 credits
minimum) in the area of the
proposed research.
3. Plan the research. Develop a
research proposal during one term of
BOT 405, Reading and Conference
(1–3 credits) (or HC 405, Reading
and Conference, for Honors College
students), and have it approved by
the research advisor.
4. Perform the research. Carry
out the planned experimentation,
receiving 9–12 credits for BOT 401,
Research. (It is assumed that this
credit and the associated research
effort will ordinarily be distributed
over several terms.)
5. Report the research.
a. Written form. Write a
document (thesis) describing the
results of the research and have it
approved by the research advisor
and academic advisors. For this
purpose, enroll in BOT 403, Thesis
(2–3 credits).
b. Oral form. Present the research
results using an oral or poster
presentation in a public forum
approved by the research advisor
487
and academic advisors. The
presentation may be made to
the department (e.g. at a BOT 407,
Departmental Seminar) or at
a scientific meeting (either for
students or for a scientific society
FUNGAL BIOLOGY OPTION
Required as part of the basic
requirements for a botany major:
BOT 350. Introductory Plant Pathology (4)
BOT 461. Mycology (4)
(Note: The above courses do not count
toward the 21 credits required to
complete the option.)
Select 2 to 7 credits of the following
techniques courses:
BB 493, BB 494, or BB 495. ^Biochemistry
Laboratory (3,3,3)
BI 315. Molecular Biology Laboratory (2)
BI 466. Electron Microscopy (3)
Select 2 to 6 credits of the following
professional experience electives:
BOT 401. Research (1–6)
or BOT 410. Internship (1–6)
BOT 405. Reading and Conference (1–2)
or BOT 407. Seminar (1–2)
Select additional courses from below
to bring total credits to 21:
BOT 415. Forest Insect and Disease
Management (5)
BOT 465. Lichenology (4)
BOT 590. Selected Topics in Mycology;
Fungal Systematics (3)
BOT 590. Selected Topics in Mycology:
Fungal Taxonomy (3)
BOT 590. Selected Topics in Mycology:
Fungal Symbioses (3)
FST 460. Brewing Science (3)
FST/MB 479. Fermentation Microbiology (3)
FS 499. Selected Topics in Forest Science:
Mycorrhizal Ecology (1–3)
MB 302. General Microbiology (3)
MB 448. Microbial Ecology (3)
Total=21
PLANT ECOLOGY AND
SYSTEMATICS OPTION
Select one of the following plant
ecology courses:
BOT 440. Field Methods in Vegetation
Science (4)
BOT 442. Plant Population Ecology (3)
BOT 488. Environmental Physiology of
Plants (3)
BOT 543. Plant Community Ecology (3)
ENT 420. Insect Ecology (3)
Select one of the following plant
systematics courses:
BI 388. ^Special Topics in Biology
[Flowering Plants of the World] (3)
BOT 414. Agrostology (4)
BOT 425. Flora of the Pacific Northwest (3)
Select additional courses from above
or below to bring total to 21 credits:
Ecology electives:
BI 358. Symbioses and the Environment (3)
BI 371. Ecological Methods (3)
BOT 590. Selected Topics in Mycology:
Fungal Symbioses (3)
CH 390. Environmental Chemistry (3)
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CSS 305. Principles of Soil Science (5)
FW 479. Wetlands and Riparian Ecology (3)
MB 448. Microbial Ecology (3)
RNG 352. Grassland and Shrubland
Ecosystems (4)
RNG 441. Rangeland Analysis (4)
Z 351. Marine Ecology (3)
Systematics electives:
BI 445. Evolution (3)
BOT 416. Aquatic Botany (4)
BOT 461. Mycology (4)
BOT 465. Lichenology (4)
BOT 466. Bryology (4)
BOT 590. Selected Topics in Mycology:
Fungal Systematics (3)
CSS/HORT 450. Plant Breeding (4)
GEN 430. Introduction to Population
Genetics (3)
Z 427. Paleobiology (3)
Professional experience electives:
BOT 401. Research (1–6)
or BOT 410. Internship (1–6)
BOT 405. Reading and Conference (1–2)
or BOT 407. Seminar (1–2)
Total=21
PLANT MOLECULAR GENETICS
AND BIOTECHNOLOGY OPTION
Required courses as part of the
basic requirements for a botany
major:
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry (4,3)
BOT 350. Introductory Plant Pathology (4)
(Note: The above courses do not count
toward the 21 credits required to
complete the option.)
Required courses (10 credits):
BI 460. Cell Biology (3)
BI 461. Cell Biology Laboratory (2)
MB 302. General Microbiology (3)
MB 303. General Microbiology Lab (2)
Select one of the following molecular
genetics courses (3–4 credits):
CSS/HORT 450. Plant Breeding (4)
MB/GEN 454. Microbial Genetics (4)
MB 456. Plasmid Biology (3)
Select one of the following technology
courses (3–4 credits):
BB 494. Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
BI 466. Electron Microscopy (3)
HORT 441. Plant Tissue Culture (4)
Select additional courses from above
or below to bring total to 21 credits:
BOT 401. Research (1–6)
or BOT 410. Internship (1–6)
BOT 405. Reading and Conference (1–2)
or BOT 407. Seminar (1–2)
Total=21
PRE-PROFESSIONAL
TEACHING BOTANY OPTION
The Pre-professional Teaching option
(24 to 26 credits), together with a BS in
Botany, will complete the course requirements for admission to the Professional
Teacher Education Licensure Program
offered by the Department of Science
and Mathematics Education at Oregon
State University. Prior to entering the
initial licensure programs, students are
also required to complete a series of tests
specified by the licensure programs,
including the basic skills test, multiple
subject assessment tests, and approved
subject matter tests for specific teaching
endorsement areas. Students electing
to complete this option should
note that admission to the licensure program is on a competitive
basis. Completion of the option
does not guarantee admission to
the licensure program.
In addition to completing all of the
regular requirements for a BS in Botany,
botany majors electing this option must:
1. Complete the following required preprofessional courses (12 credits).
SED 309. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3)
SED 409. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3)
SED 412/SED 512. Technology
Foundations for Teaching Math and
Science (3)
SED 413/SED 513. Science Materials and
Laboratories (3)
and SED 501. Research: Scientific
Inquiry (3 grad credits)
Note: SED 501 must be taken concurrently with SED 413/SED 513, but it must
be reserved for graduate credit. Therefore, this course cannot be applied to an
undergraduate degree.
SED 516. Methods Foundations for
Teaching Math/Science (3)
Note: SED 51X courses are available
in summer session as well as during the
academic year.
2. Complete additional course work
required or recommended for botany
majors seeking licensure in one of
the specific teaching endorsement
areas indicated below (9–14).
Biology
(Middle and High School option) (9)
Z 331, Z 332, Z 333. Human Anatomy and
Physiology (3,3,3)
or Z 430. Principles of Physiology (4)
and additional upper-division zoology
courses (5)
Note: Blanket-numbered courses may not
be used to meet this requirement.
Chemistry
(Middle and High School option)
(9–10)
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry (4,3)
Note: Elect BB 450 and BB 451 in
completing requirements for a BS in
Botany.
BB 452. General Biochemistry (3)
CH 337. Organic Chemistry Lab (4)
One upper-division chemistry course in
a field other than organic chemistry or
biochemistry (3–4)
Note: These additional chemistry courses
will qualify botany majors for a minor in
chemistry.
Integrated Science (Middle and
High School option) (12)
GEO 201. *Earth System Science (4)
GEO 202. *Physical Geology (4)
GEO 203. *Evolution of Planet Earth (4)
Integrated Science (Elementary
and middle school option) (14)
ATS 210. Intro to the Atmospheric Sciences
(3)
GEO 201. *Earth System Science (4)
GEO 202. *Physical Geology (4)
OC 331. Intro to Oceanography (3)
1. Students electing this option are
encouraged to participate in the
undergraduate teaching assistant
experiences available for reading
and conference credit from the
Department of Botany and Plant
Pathology as BOT 405, Reading
and Conference (1–16), or from the
Biology Program as BI 405.
2. Students electing this option
are encouraged to contact the
Department of Science and Math
Education for further advice
and guidance, for information
concerning other licensure areas
of possible interest (e.g. physics
and mathematics), and to obtain
information concerning any
recent changes in requirements for
licensure.
BOTANY MINOR
BI 311. Genetics (4)
or HORT/CSS 430. Plant Genetics (3)
BOT 321. Plant Systematics (4)
BOT 331. Plant Physiology (4)
BOT 341. Plant Ecology (4)
Additional upper-division BOT courses
(11–12)
[Excluding BOT 101 but may include
BOT 401, BOT 405, BOT 407, BOT 410]
Total=27
The minor requirements listed above
are subject to the following constraints:
Courses required for a major and taken
in the major department may not count
toward a minor. An individual course
may not count toward more than one
minor. At least 12 credits of the minor
must be upper division.
BOTANY AND PLANT
PATHOLOGY (MA, MAg, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Applied systematics, ecology, genetics,
genomics and computational biology,
molecular and cellular biology, mycology,
plant pathology, plant physiology,
systematics
The Department of Botany and Plant Pathology offers graduate programs leading
to the Master of Arts, Master of Science,
and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in the
field of botany and plant pathology.
Within this major field, students may
elect to specialize in one of the approved
areas of concentration.
College of Science
The selection of an area of concentration is optional. Students may major
in botany and plant pathology without
selecting an area of concentration. The
approved areas of concentration are
described below.
• Applied systematics includes
internship-based programs of study
providing technical skills in plant
classification, identification, and
ecological properties of plant species.
• Ecology includes physiological,
population, community, ecosystem
and global studies in ecology.
• Genetics includes molecular,
classical and population studies of
the genetics of plants, fungi, and
plant-associated microorganisms.
• Genomics and Computational
Biology includes the functional,
comparative and structural study
of plant, fungal, viral and bacterial
genomes and the development
and application of bioinformatic
algorithms and tools used in the
analysis of genomic data.
• Molecular and cellular
biology includes studies of
molecular and cellular mechanisms
active during plant development,
molecular aspects of plant-pathogen
interactions, and various aspects of
gene regulation, signal transduction,
and the cytoskeleton.
• Mycology includes the systematics,
ecology, and population genetics of
lichenized and nonlichenized fungi.
• Plant pathology includes
studies in the areas of bacteriology,
nematology, virology, forest
pathology, epidemiology of
plant diseases, the physiology of
parasitism, and the molecular and
biochemical basis of plant hostpathogen interactions.
• Plant physiology includes
investigations of the regulation of
plant growth and development, the
molecular and physiological basis of
plant-microbe interactions, nitrogen
metabolism and the nitrogen cycle,
and problems in environmental and
stress physiology in plant systems.
• Systematics includes investigations
of the taxonomy, phylogeny, and
biogeography of plants, fungi, and
lichens.
Students majoring in any one area of
concentration may incorporate into their
programs minors in other areas within
the department or minors in other
departments and colleges. Integrated minors, and interdisciplinary programs in
plant physiology, molecular and cellular
biology, genetics, and environmental science are also available.
The PhD and MS degrees offered by
the Department of Botany and Plant
Pathology require, in addition to course
work, research resulting in the presenta-
tion and defense of a thesis. A nonthesis
MS degree also is available for students
with particular career goals, including an
internship-based MS program in the area
of applied systematics. PhD candidates
must pass a preliminary examination
upon completion of their course work. In
addition, PhD students are required to be
a teaching assistant for two quarters. The
MA degree requires the knowledge of one
foreign language.
Inquiries concerning graduate studies
may be forwarded to the chairperson
of the Department of Botany and Plant
Pathology.
PROFESSIONAL MASTER’S
DEGREE PROGRAM IN APPLIED
SYSTEMATICS
Website: http://professionalmasters.science.orst.edu/
The graduate program of the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology includes a professional MS program leading
to an MS in Botany and Plant Pathology
with an area of concentration in Applied
Systematics. (Professional MS programs
are nonthesis MS programs that have
a defined curriculum and require an
internship experience.)
Systematics is the science devoted to
the discovery, description, and classification of the earth’s biological diversity.
The need for an accurate and comprehensive knowledge of biological diversity
is now recognized by a broad array of interests in the public and private sectors.
Plants and fungi are the focus of current
initiatives in the conservation of endangered species, the restoration of native
ecosystems, and the control of invasive
weeds. In these and other endeavors,
the accurate identification of plants and
fungi plays a pivotal role. Oregon State
University’s Professional Master’s Degree
Program in Applied Systematics was
designed to provide students with the
tools and experience needed to become
proficient in this area.
For general information about Professional Science Master’s Programs, contact
Ursula Bechert, Director of OffCampus Programs, College of Science,
2051 Cordley Hall, 541-737-5259, e-mail:
ursula.bechert@oregonstate.edu.
Required Core Courses
BOT 516. Aquatic Botany (4)
BOT 561. Introductory Mycology (4)
BOT 514. Agrostology (4)
BOT 521. Advanced Plant Systematics (4)
or BOT 590. Selected Topics in Mycology
(1–3)
BOT 565. Bryology (4)
or BOT 566. Lichenology (4)
BOT 525. Flora of the Pacific Northwest (3)
Approved Elective (3)
One course selected from a disciplinary
area or from a professional training area
represented by the cohort courses.
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One credit of either of the
following for each of three terms:
BOT 505. Reading and Conference (1)
or BOT 507. Seminar (1)
Cohort Courses
BA 599. Selected Topics in Marketing (3)
COMM 512. Topics in Speech
Communication (3)
PHL 547. Research Ethics (3)
Internship
BOT 510. Internship (6–12) [12 credits=1
term of full-time experience]
Total=45–51
BOTANY AND PLANT
PATHOLOGY GRADUATE MINOR
Courses required for a Botany and Plant
Pathology graduate minor are determined in consultation with the minor
advisor.
COURSES
BOT 101. *BOTANY: A HUMAN CONCERN (4).
Introductory botany for non-majors, emphasizing
the role of plants in the environment, agriculture
and society. Includes molecular approaches to the
study of plant function and genetic engineering.
Lec/lab. (Bacc Core Course)
BOT 313. PLANT STRUCTURE (4). The
structural components of vascular plants and how
plant structure relates to function, development,
environment, evolution, and human use of plants.
Field trip. Lec/lab. PREREQS: BI 213.
BOT 321. PLANT SYSTEMATICS (4). Vascular
plant classification, diversity, and evolutionary
relationships. Lab emphasizes the collection
and identification of ferns, gymnosperms, and
flowering plants in Oregon. Field trips. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: BI 213.
BOT 331. PLANT PHYSIOLOGY (4). Survey
of physiological processes in plants, including
photosynthesis and plant metabolism, mineral
nutrition and ion uptake processes, plant cell/
water relations, regulation of plant growth and
development, and transpiration and translocation.
Lec/rec. PREREQS: BI 213, CH 123 or CH 223.
BOT 332. LABORATORY TECHNIQUES IN
PLANT BIOLOGY (3). Laboratory experiences in
the manipulation and observation of physiological
processes in plant systems. Analysis and
interpretation of physiological data generated in
experimentation with plant systems. Training in
basic laboratory skills, including the principles and
procedures involved in the use of common items
of laboratory instrumentation. Lab. PREREQS:
BOT 331 or BI 314 or equivalent.
BOT 341. PLANT ECOLOGY (4). Study of
higher plants in relation to their environment. The
relationship of plant physiology and reproduction
to environmental factors; competition and other
species interactions; the structure, dynamics
and analysis of vegetation. Field trips. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: BI 213. BOT 321 is recommended.
BOT 350. INTRODUCTORY PLANT
PATHOLOGY (4). Symptoms, causal agents,
diagnosis, and prevention of plant diseases, with
emphasis on fungi, bacteria, nematode, and virus
pathogens. Lec/lab. PREREQS: BI 213.
BOT 401. RESEARCH (1-16).
BOT 403. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
BOT 405. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
BOT 407. SEMINAR (1). Section 1: Departmental
seminar. Intended to instruct students on proper
techniques for presentation of scientific material.
Each student is expected to prepare and present a
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scientific seminar, and a statement of professional
goals. Section 3: Lichens and Bryophytes
Research (1). Weekly one-hour meetings for
reporting and discussion of active research
projects, discussion of proposal research, review
and discussion of recent literature, and miniworkshops on particular problems. Normally
graded P/N. PREREQS: Instructor approval
required.
BOT 407H. SEMINAR (1). Section 1:
Departmental seminar. Intended to instruct
students on proper techniques for presentation
of scientific material. Each student is expected
to prepare and present a scientific seminar, and
a statement of professional goals. Graded P/N.
PREREQS: Honors College approval required.
BOT 408. WORKSHOP (1-16).
BOT 410. INTERNSHIP (1-16). PREREQS:
Instructor approval required.
BOT 414. AGROSTOLOGY (4). Classification
and identification of grasses, with emphasis on the
modern system of grass classification; laboratory
practice in keying grass specimens to genus and
species. Lec/lab. PREREQS: BOT 321.
BOT 415. FOREST INSECT AND DISEASE
MANAGEMENT (5). Effects of insects and
diseases on forest ecosystems. Recognition of
important groups, prediction of pest responses
to environmental changes, and management
strategies for protection of forest resources. Field
trips. Lec/lab/rec. CROSSLISTED as FS 415/FS
515. PREREQS: BI 213.
BOT 416. AQUATIC BOTANY (4). Taxonomy
and ecology of aquatic vegetation, emphasizing
freshwater and marine algae and the submergent
vascular plants. Morphology, physiology, and
classification of the algae; morphological
and physiological adaptations of aquatic
vascular plants; and primary production in
aquatic ecosystems. Laboratory practice in the
identification of local taxa. Field trips. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: BI 213.
BOT 425. FLORA OF THE PACIFIC
NORTHWEST (3). Vascular plant identification,
terminology, and diagnostic characteristics of
plant families. Lab emphasizes the use of keys
for identification to the species level and ability
recognize by sight those plant families found in the
Pacific Northwest. Field trips. Lec/lab. PREREQS:
BOT 321 or equivalent.
BOT 440. FIELD METHODS IN VEGETATION
SCIENCE (4). Concepts and tools for describing,
monitoring, and experimenting on vegetation.
Combines Web-based material, field experience
at the student’s location, and student projects.
PREREQS: Course in ecology, course in statistics.
BOT 442. PLANT POPULATION ECOLOGY (3).
Ecological aspects of plant form and reproduction;
demography and population modeling; species
interactions, including competition, mutualism,
and herbivory. Lec/lab. PREREQS: BOT 341 or
equivalent.
BOT 461. MYCOLOGY (4). A broad taxonomic
survey of the fungi. Topics include life
histories, systematics, ecology, genetics, and
ethnomycology. Participation on field trips and the
submission of a specimen collection are required.
Lec/lab. PREREQS: BI 213.
BOT 465. LICHENOLOGY (4). Biology of lichens;
includes structure, life histories, classification, and
ecology. Field trip fee. Lec/lab. Offered alternate
years. PREREQS: BI 213 and two botany courses.
BOT 466. BRYOLOGY (4). Biology of bryophytes;
includes structure, life histories, classification, and
ecology. Field trip fee. Lec/lab. Offered alternate
years. PREREQS: BI 213 and two botany courses.
BOT 488. ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY OF
PLANTS (3). Introduces students to mechanisms
of plant responses to environmental change
caused by humans, including atmospheric,
nutrient, water, and global climate factors.
Concepts are built around principles of plant
environment relations. Lec/lab. PREREQS: One
course in plant physiology or one course in
ecology.
BOT 499. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
BOT 499H. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
PREREQS: Honors College approval required.
BOT 501. RESEARCH (1-16).
BOT 503. THESIS (1-16).
BOT 505. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
BOT 507. SEMINAR (1-16). Section 1:
Departmental seminar. Section 2: Lichens
and Bryophytes Research. Weekly one-hour
meetings for reporting and discussions of
proposal research, review and discussion of
recent literature, and mini-workshops on particular
problems. Graded P/N. PREREQS: Graduate
status or instructor approval required.
BOT 508. WORKSHOP (1-16).
BOT 510. INTERNSHIP (1-16).
BOT 514. AGROSTOLOGY (4). Classification
and identification of grasses, with emphasis on the
modern system of grass classification; laboratory
practice in keying grass specimens to genus and
species. Lec/lab. PREREQS: BOT 321.
BOT 515. FOREST INSECT AND DISEASE
MANAGEMENT (5). Effects of insects and
diseases on forest ecosystems. Recognition of
important groups, prediction of pest responses
to environmental changes, and management
strategies for protection of forest resources. Field
trips. Lec/lab/rec. CROSSLISTED as FS 415/FS
515. PREREQS: BI 213.
BOT 516. AQUATIC BOTANY (4). Taxonomy
and ecology of aquatic vegetation, emphasizing
freshwater and marine algae and the submergent
vascular plants. Morphology, physiology, and
classification of the algae; morphological
and physiological adaptations of aquatic
vascular plants; and primary production in
aquatic ecosystems. Laboratory practice in the
identification of local taxa. Field trips. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: BI 213.
BOT 521. ADVANCED PLANT SYSTEMATICS
(4). Experimental plant systematics. Methods
of phylogenetic reconstruction. Collection and
analysis of taxonomically informative characters,
including structural, cytological, genetic,
biochemical, and molecular data. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: BOT 321, BI 311 or CSS 430.
BOT 525. FLORA OF THE PACIFIC
NORTHWEST (3). Vascular plant identification,
terminology, and diagnostic characteristics of
plant families. Lab emphasizes the use of keys
for identification to the species level and ability
recognize by sight those plant families found in the
Pacific Northwest. Field trips. Lec/lab. PREREQS:
BOT 321 or equivalent.
BOT 540. FIELD METHODS IN VEGETATION
SCIENCE (4). Concepts and tools for describing,
monitoring, and experimenting on vegetation.
Combines Web-based material, field experience
at the student’s location, and student projects.
PREREQS: Course in ecology, ST 511 or
equivalent.
BOT 542. PLANT POPULATION ECOLOGY (3).
Ecological aspects of plant form and reproduction;
demography and population modeling; species
interactions, including competition, mutualism,
and herbivory. Lec/lab. PREREQS: BOT 341 or
equivalent.
BOT 543. PLANT COMMUNITY ECOLOGY
(3). The structure, diversity, and successional
dynamics of terrestrial plant communities;
methods of analysis. Lec/lab. PREREQS:
BOT 341 or equivalent.
BOT 547. NUTRIENT CYCLING (3). Reviews
and discusses ecosystem-level biogeochemical
concepts for terrestrial and freshwater
ecosystems, primarily by reading and discussing
classic and current literature to determine the
state-of-knowledge and uncertainties associated
with it. Topics will include root nutrient uptake
mechanisms, soil chemical and biochemical
transformations in different soil and ecosystems,
measuring soil solution and watershed fluxes,
soil organic matter formation and structure,
the meaning of sustainability, the concept of
N saturation in terrestrial ecosystems, and the
use of natural abundance and tracer isotopes
in ecosystem biogeochemistry. While forest
biogeochemical processes will be emphasized,
desert, aquatic, wetland, and prairie ecosystems
will also be explored. CROSSLISTED as FS 547.
PREREQS: College-level chemistry and biology,
one class in ecology (BI 370 or equivalent).
BOT 550. PLANT PATHOLOGY (5). Causal
agents of plant disease, diagnosis, pathogenesis,
epidemiology, and disease management principles
and strategies. Field trip. Lec/lab/rec. PREREQS:
BI 213.
BOT 552. PLANT DISEASE MANAGEMENT (4).
Analysis of host, pathogen, and environmental
factors influencing the increase and spread of
plant disease. Epidemiological theory will be used
as a basis for developing and evaluating principles
and concepts of plant disease management. Lec/
lab/rec. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
BOT 350 or BOT 550.
BOT 553. PLANT DISEASE DIAGNOSIS (3).
Diagnosis of plant diseases and identification of
causal agents. Laboratory practice in identification
techniques. Observation of symptoms exhibited by
diseased plants in greenhouse and field locations.
Field trips. Lec/lab. Offered alternate years in
summer term. PREREQS: BOT 350 or BOT 550.
BOT 554. PLANT PATHOGENIC NEMATODES
(2). Survey of nematodes that cause plant
disease. Includes taxonomy, identification, life
cycles, symptomology, interactions with other
plant pathogens, and how nematodes cause
plant disease. Lec/lab. Offered alternate years.
PREREQS: BOT 550; 6 credits of upper-division
biology.
BOT 555. PLANT VIROLOGY (3). Nature and
properties; symptomology; transmission; inhibitors;
purification; electron microscopy; serology; control.
Offered alternate years. PREREQS: BOT 550;
6 credits of upper-division biology.
BOT 556. PHYLOGENETICS (4). Explores
the theory and practice of modern phylogenetic
analysis. Emphasis placed on tree reconstruction
algorithms, assessment of statistical support,
and contemporary issues in phylogenetics. Lab
will focus on the use of phylogenetic software
and the analysis of molecular data sets. Lec/lab.
CROSSLISTED as Z 556. PREREQS: ST 511.
BOT 561. MYCOLOGY (4). A broad taxonomic
survey of the fungi. Topics include life
histories, systematics, ecology, genetics, and
ethnomycology. Participation on field trips and the
submission of a specimen collection are required.
Lec/lab. PREREQS: BI 213.
BOT 565. LICHENOLOGY (4). Biology of lichens;
includes structure, life histories, classification, and
ecology. Field trip fee. Lec/lab. Offered alternate
years. PREREQS: BI 213 and two botany courses.
BOT 566. BRYOLOGY (4). Biology of bryophytes;
includes structure, life histories, classification, and
ecology. Field trip fee. Lec/lab. Offered alternate
years. PREREQS: BI 213 and two botany courses.
BOT 588. ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY OF
PLANTS (3). Introduces students to mechanisms
of plant responses to environmental change
caused by humans, including atmospheric,
nutrient, water, and global climate factors.
Concepts are built around principles of plant
environment relations. Lec/lab. PREREQS: One
course in plant physiology or one course in
ecology.
College of Science
BOT 590. SELECTED TOPICS IN MYCOLOGY
(1-3). Advanced topics in mycology through
analysis of current literature. Detailed study of
an aspect of mycology beyond those covered in
regular classes. Seminar and discussion format.
May be repeated for credit. PREREQS: BOT 461/
BOT 561.
BOT 599. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
BOT 601. RESEARCH (1-16).
BOT 603. THESIS (1-16).
BOT 605. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
BOT 607. SEMINAR (1).
BOT 608. WORKSHOP (1-16).
BOT 616. FOREST PATHOLOGY (3). Advanced
topics in forest pathology with an emphasis
on field problems facing managers of forest
resources. Field trips. Lec/lab. Offered alternate
years. PREREQS: BOT 415/BOT 515 or BOT 550.
BOT 625. PLANT MOLECULAR GENETICS (3).
Structure, expression and interactions of the plant
nuclear, chloroplast and mitochondrial genomes.
Critical examination of the current literature on
gene regulation, mobile genetic elements and
biotechnology in higher plants. Offered alternate
years. CROSSLISTED as GEN 625, MCB 625.
PREREQS: MCB 555 or equivalent and BB 451,
or instructor approval required.
BOT 651. MOLECULAR BASIS OF PLANT
PATHOGENESIS (3). Analysis of current
concepts in the physiology, biochemistry,
and genetics of host-parasite interactions.
Topics covered include specificity, recognition,
penetration, toxin production, altered plant
metabolism during disease, resistance
mechanisms and regulatory aspects of gene
expression during host-parasite interactions.
Offered alternate years. CROSSLISTED as MCB
651. PREREQS: BOT 550.
BOT 668. PLANT DISEASE DYNAMICS (4).
Evaluation of processes affecting the dynamics
of plant disease and pathogen populations
through analysis of current literature. Students
will be expected to conduct extensive reading
and analysis of literature and to meet with the
instructor for small group discussions. Offered
alternate years. PREREQS: BOT 550, ST 412.
BOT 691. SELECTED TOPICS-PLANT
ECOLOGY (1-3). Recent advances and
developing problems in plant ecology, with
critical evaluation of current literature. Topics vary
from year to year. May be repeated for credit.
PREREQS: Graduate-level ecology.
BOT 692. SELECTED TOPICS: PLANT
PATHOLOGY (1-3). Selected topics concerning
plant pathogens and plant disease processes,
emphasizing current literature and theory. Topics
vary from year to year. May be repeated for credit.
PREREQS: BOT 550 or equivalent.
BOT 699. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
CHEMISTRY
Kevin Gable, Chair
153A Gilbert Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-4003
541-737-2081
E-mail: kevin.gable@oregonstate.edu
Website: http://www.chemistry.oregonstate.edu/
FACULTY
Professors Barofsky, Evans, Gable,
Ingle, Keszler, Kong, Lerner, Loveland,
Nibler, Remcho, Schuyler, Sleight,
Subramanian, Watson, Westall, White
Associate Professors Carter, Loeser,
Simonich
Assistant Professors Blakemore,
Maier, Shvarev
Senior Instructors Pastorek, Nafshun,
Walker
Instructors Drapela, Firpo, Haak,
Kloster, Myles, Richardson, Travers
ADJUNCT FACULTY
Beckman, Field, Paulenova, Proteau, Tate
Undergraduate Major
Chemistry (BS)
Track-One Options
Advanced Biochemistry
Advanced Chemistry
Track-Two Options
Biochemistry
Business
Chemistry Education
Chemical Engineering
Environmental Chemistry
Forensic Science
Materials Science
Pre-med
Chemistry (BA)
Minor
Chemistry
Graduate Major
Chemistry (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Analytical Chemistry
Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Nuclear Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Physical Chemistry
Graduate Minor
Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry offers BS,
BA, MS, MA, MAIS, and PhD degrees in
chemistry. The facilities, faculty, and
curricular offerings in this department
are approved by the American Chemical
Society.
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Chemistry provides a gateway to
many professions. An undergraduate
chemistry degree may serve as preparation for professional work in chemistry
and related sciences; as a foundation to
pursue applied fields including pharmaceutical chemistry, forensics, biotechnology, medicine, chemical processing,
electronics, agricultural and food science,
oceanography, marketing of scientific
equipment or supplies, environmental
science, and atmospheric science. It may
also serve as a core for pre-professional
students pursuing graduate work in pure
or applied chemistry, and for those seeking positions as research chemists and
technical experts in commercial laboratories and chemical industries, positions
in local, state, and federal government
facilities, and for postgraduate work leading to teaching positions in universities,
colleges, community colleges, and high
schools.
There are several degree programs
available to undergraduate chemistry
majors. All curricula involve general, organic, analytical, physical, and inorganic
chemistry course work, plus two to three
years of laboratory work in chemistry.
All chemistry majors take part or all of
Experimental Chemistry, a six-term laboratory course sequence consisting of 22
project-style experiments. This program
replaces the traditional separate divisional laboratory courses in chemistry
taught at many universities. Students in
this Integrated Laboratory Program work
on two to five projects per term, each of
which includes components of synthesis, analysis, theory and report writing
spanning all areas of modern chemistry.
One goal of the program is to provide
students intensive hands-on experience
in modern chemical instrumentation
and computers as a foundation for both
graduate studies and employment in science after graduation.
Most chemistry majors take advantage
of the opportunity to become involved
in research projects in the department.
Working with a research group is an
exciting way to apply ideas and skills
acquired in formal course work. Students
work closely with a faculty member and
research group to set up their projects.
Undergraduates also have the opportunity to present their research as a poster at
the annual departmental poster session
entitled “Chemistry in Action.” Scheduling research time is flexible but three
hours of work per week are required per
credit. Areas of research available are
highly varied and include synthesis of
new compounds and materials, development and applications of chemical instrumentation, laser spectroscopy, surface
science, reaction mechanisms, design
and synthesis of polymers and optical
materials, environmental chemistry, bioanalytical methods, and nuclear chemis-
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try. Research experience is helpful when
considering graduate work in chemistry
and provides valuable experience for entering the job market. Students may also
obtain valuable experience and credits
for internships.
GRADUATE STUDIES
The Department of Chemistry offers
graduate work leading toward Master
of Arts, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in analytical
chemistry, inorganic chemistry, nuclear
and radiation chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, and solid state
chemistry. The major emphasis of the
PhD program is on research. A nonthesis master’s degree is available. Most
graduate students working on a thesis in
chemistry are supported either as graduate teaching assistants or as graduate
research assistants.
CHEMISTRY
(BA, BS, CRED, HBA, HBS)
Chemistry BS Degree
The Chemistry BS degree features two
tracks, each with a chemistry core and
a selection of accompanying options.
Students in either track or any option
with good academic records and letters
of recommendation will be well prepared
and competitive for continued graduate
education in chemistry or related areas.
• Track One is well suited for
students intending to pursue a graduate
degree in chemistry or a closely related
area. It provides the most rigorous and
complete chemistry background and
the most extensive laboratory experience. The curriculum is certified by the
American Chemical Society (ACS) and
has two options: advanced biochemistry and advanced chemistry.
Both options include 6–12 credits of
career-supportive electives (CSE) in advanced chemistry or related disciplines.
These CSE courses are approved by the
advisor and are intended to strengthen
the student’s background in areas related
to career goals. Students choosing the
advanced chemistry option must take
at least 3 credits in advanced laboratory
courses or research. Track-One graduates
are eligible for ACS certification by the
department chair and can become full
members of the ACS without the requirement of work experience.
• Track Two is suited for chemistry majors who want to gain extensive
experience in a secondary area, target a
particular career direction or continue
with graduate education in chemistry
or related areas. Track Two options
include: biochemistry, business,
chemistry education, chemical engineering, environmental
chemistry, forensic science, materials science, and pre-medicine.
The multidisciplinary approach of Track
Two enhances preparation and opportunities for employment in electronics, polymers, or biotechnology (the
biochemistry, chemical engineering, or
materials science options), for careers in
environmental science (environmental
chemistry option), work in crime labs
(forensic science option), or teaching
in high schools (chemistry education
option). The Track Two curriculum is
not certified by the American Chemical
Society. It consists of a core of chemistry
courses (79–81 credits) and a combination of 8 to 11 courses (30–36 credits)
that defines each option.
Chemistry BA Degree
The BA degree is appropriate for chemistry students interested in obtaining a
broader academic background through
a second-language requirement and additional liberal arts courses (9 credits). It
also includes 6–12 credits of approved
career-supportive electives to allow
students to choose courses in advanced
chemistry or related disciplines to support their career goals. At least 3 credits
are to be in advanced laboratory courses
or research. This degree may lead to
international opportunities, especially if
coupled with the International Degree
Program at OSU.
ALL UNDERGRADUATE
CHEMISTRY DEGREES
The baccalaureate core requirements are
met by:
Perspectives courses (12)
One Difference, Power, and
Discrimination course (DPD) (3)
Synthesis courses (6)
Writing courses (9)
One Fitness course and lab (3)
One Biology course (4)
The quarters in which these are taken
are flexible, except that synthesis courses
must be taken at the junior and senior
level. Chemistry majors or minors may
not use S/U grading in courses that meet
Department of Chemistry or College of
Science requirements.
The timing of courses for all degrees
and options can be critical, especially
because of prerequisites. More detailed
information and suggestions about when
to take courses are found on the Chemistry Department Website at http://www.
chemistry.oregonstate.edu/. Students
should meet with their advisor every
term. For many options in Track Two,
students will also be directed to an additional advisor in another department for
courses in that option. Students pursuing
the business option must have approval
from the College of Business.
For any option involving biochemistry
courses, it is strongly recommended that
students select:
BI 212. *Principles of Biology (4), as
the biology course to fulfill the baccalaureate core requirement.
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4),
is also recommended. Prereqs for BI 314
are BI 211, BI 212, BI 213.
For options in which CH 462,
^Experimental Chemistry II (3), is the
recommended WIC course, it is strongly
recommended that CH 422, Analytical
Chemistry (3), be taken as a corequisite.
Chemistry offers the following courses
through the University Honors College
(UHC). Chemistry students in the UHC
may substitute these courses for courses
in the regular sequences:
CH 224H, CH 225H, CH 226H. *Honors
General Chemistry (5,5,5)
CH 361H, CH 362H. Experimental
Chemistry I (3,3)
and CH 461H. Experimental Chemistry
II (3)
and CH 462H, CH 463H, CH 464H.
^Experimental Chemistry II (3,3,3)
TRACK-ONE
CHEMISTRY BS DEGREE
(See Advanced Chemistry Option and
Advanced Biochemistry Option)
Chemistry Core (76)
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
CH 334, CH 335, CH 336. Organic
Chemistry (3,3,3)
CH 361, CH 362. Experimental Chemistry
I (3,3)
CH 421, CH 422. Analytical Chemistry (3,3)
CH 440, CH 441, CH 442. Physical
Chemistry (3,3,3)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
MTH 253. Infinite Series and Sequences (4)
or MTH 306. Matrix and Power Series
Methods (4)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
PH 211, PH 212, PH 213. *General Physics
with Calculus (4,4,4)
PH 221, PH 222, PH 223. Recitation for
Physics (1,1,1)
SAMPLE CURRICULUM (TRACKONE CHEMISTRY BS DEGREE)
Freshman Year
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(various activities) (1)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
PH 211, PH 221. *General Physics with
Calculus (4,1)
Perspectives courses (6)
Writing I (3)
Sophomore Year
CH 334, CH 335, CH 336. Organic
Chemistry (3,3,3)
CH 361, CH 362. Experimental Chemistry
I (3,3)
MTH 253. Infinite Series and Sequences (4)
College of Science
or MTH 306. Matrix and Power Series
Methods (4)
Option courses (6 or 7)
PH 212, PH 213. *General Physics (4,4)
and PH 222, PH 223. Recitation for
Physics (1,1)
Perspectives courses (6)
Writing II (3)
Junior Year
BI 212. *Principles of Biology (4)
or BI 102. *General Biology (4)
CH 421, CH 422. Analytical Chemistry (3,3)
CH 440, CH 441, CH 442. Physical
Chemistry (3,3,3)
Perspectives and Synthesis courses (6)
Writing III/speech (3)
Elective and Option courses (18)
SENIOR YEAR
Elective and Option courses (42–43)
Synthesis course (3)
TRACK-TWO
CHEMISTRY BS DEGREE
(See options for Biochemistry, Business, Chemistry Education, Chemical
Engineering, Environmental Chemistry,
Forensic Science, Materials Science, PreMedicine)
Chemistry Core* (79–81)
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
CH 324. Quantitative Analysis (4)
(For a stronger background in
analytical chemistry, instead of
CH 324, plus CH 411 and CH 412,
substitute CH 421, CH 422, CH 461,
CH 411 or CH 412, which adds 2
credits.)
CH 334, CH 335, CH 336. Organic
Chemistry (3,3,3)
CH 361, CH 362. Experimental Chemistry
I (3,3)
CH 411, CH 412. Inorganic Chemistry (3,3)
CH 440, CH 441, CH 442. Physical
Chemistry (3,3,3)
CH 462. ^Experimental Chemistry II (3)
or CH 463. ^Experimental Chemistry II (3)
or CH 464. ^Experimental Chemistry II (3)
MTH 251, MTH 252, MTH 254. Differential,
Integral and Vector Calculus (4,4,4)
PH 211, PH 212, PH 213. *General Physics
with Calculus (4,4,4)
and PH 221, PH 222, PH 223. Recitation
for Physics 211, 212, 213 (1,1,1)
or PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General
Physics (5,5,5)
*Note: For the Chemical Engineering,
Environmental Chemistry, Forensic Science, and Materials Science options, the
core requirements are slightly modified.
SAMPLE CURRICULUM
(TRACK-TWO BS DEGREE)
Freshman Year
BI 212. *Principles of Biology (4)
or BI 102. *General Biology (4)
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(various activities) (1)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
Writing I (3)
Perspective courses (6)
Electives and Option courses (6)
Sophomore Year
CH 334, CH 335, CH 336. Organic
Chemistry (3,3,3)
CH 361, CH 362. Experimental Chemistry
I (3,3)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
PH 211, PH 212, PH 213. *General Physics
(4,4,4)
and PH 221, PH 222, PH 223. Recitation
for Physics 211, 212, 213 (1,1,1)
or PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General
Physics (5,5,5)
Option courses (6)
Perspective course (3)
Writing II (3)
Junior Year
CH 324. Quantitative Analysis (4)
(For a stronger background in
analytical chemistry, substitute CH
421, CH 422, and CH 461.)
CH 440, CH 441, CH 442. Physical
Chemistry (3,3,3)
CH 462. Experimental Chemistry II (3)
or CH 463 or CH 464. ^Experimental
Chemistry II (3)
Perspectives and Synthesis courses (6)
Writing III/Speech (3)
Electives and Option courses (20)
Senior Year
CH 411, CH 412. Inorganic Chemistry (3,3)
Synthesis or Perspective courses (6)
Electives and option courses (33)
CHEMISTRY BA DEGREE
Freshman Year
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(various activities) (1)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
Perspectives (6)
Writing I (3)
Electives (10)
Sophomore Year
CH 334, CH 335, CH 336. Organic
Chemistry (3,3,3)
CH 361, CH 362. Experimental Chemistry
I (3,3)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus (4)
PH 211, PH 212, PH 213. *General Physics
(4,4,4)
and PH 221, PH 222, PH 223. Recitation
for Physics 211, 212, 213 (1,1,1)
or PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General
Physics (5,5,5)
Perspectives (6)
Writing II (3)
Electives (3)
Junior Year
BI 211. *Principles of Biology (4)
or BI 101. *General Biology (4)
CH 324. Quantitative Analysis (4)
(For a stronger background in
analytical chemistry, instead of
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CH 324, plus CH 411 and CH 412,
substitute CH 421, CH 422, CH 461,
CH 411 or CH 412, which adds 2
credits.)
CH 440, CH 441, CH 442. Physical
Chemistry (3,3,3)
CH 462. Experimental Chemistry II (3)
or CH 463 or CH 464. ^Experimental
Chemistry II (3)
Language (first year) (12)
Perspectives and Synthesis courses (6)
Writing III/speech (3)
Electives (3)
Senior Year
CH 411, CH 412. Inorganic Chemistry (3,3)
Approved career-supportive electives (9)
(The 9 credits must be approved by the
advisor and the department by the end of
the winter quarter of the junior year and
include 3 credits of lab.)
Synthesis course (3)
Language (second year) (9–12)
Electives (15–18)
Footnotes:
* Bacc core course
^ Writing intensive course (WIC)
ADVANCED
BIOCHEMISTRY OPTION
This track-one option leads to a degree
accredited by American Chemical Society. It is designed for students continuing
their chemistry education in graduate
school or seeking careers directly in the
chemistry workforce. It provides a rigorous chemistry foundation with extensive
laboratory experience. The mix of advanced courses in the option is modified
to emphasize biochemistry principles
and laboratory techniques.
BB 490, BB 491, BB 492. Biochemistry (3,3,3)
BB 493, BB 494, BB 495. Biochemistry
Laboratory (3,3,3)
CH 411 or CH 412. Inorganic Chemistry (3)
Select two courses from the following (6):
CH 461. Experimental Chemistry II (3)
CH 462. ^Experimental Chemistry II (3)
CH 463. ^Experimental Chemistry II (3)
CH 464. ^Experimental Chemistry II (3)
Select 6 credits (courses approved by the
advisor by the end of the winter quarter of
the junior year):
Career-supportive electives (CSE) (6)
Total=33
ADVANCED CHEMISTRY OPTION
This track-one option leads to a degree
accredited by American Chemical Society. Designed for students continuing
their chemistry education in graduate
school or seeking careers directly in the
chemistry workforce. This provides the
most rigorous and complete chemistry
foundation with the most extensive
laboratory experience. Undergraduate
research is strongly encouraged. Knowledge and skills are developed in organic,
analytical, physical and inorganic chemistry. Six advanced laboratory courses are
required. Students have a choice of electives that support their career goals.
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BB 450. General Biochemistry (4)
or BB 490 and BB 491. Biochemistry (3,3)
CH 411, CH 412. Inorganic Chemistry (3,3)
CH 461. Experimental Chemistry II (3)
CH 462, CH 463, CH 464. ^Experimental
Chemistry II (3,3,3)
MTH 256. Applied Differential Equations (4)
or MTH 341. Linear Algebra (3)
Select 12 credits (courses approved by the
advisor by the end of the winter quarter of
the junior year; must include 3 credits of
upper-division lab, with CH 401 or
CH 403 strongly recommended).
Career-supportive electives (CSE) (12)
Note: BB 491, Biochemistry (3), fulfills 2
credits of Career Supported Electives if
taken with BB 490, Biochemistry (3).
Total=36–38
BIOCHEMISTRY OPTION
The Biochemistry option is for students
interested in working in biotechnology
areas. Students can earn a chemistry degree in four years while targeting a career
direction in biotechnology or preparing
for graduate school in chemistry. This
option includes nine courses in biology,
biochemistry including lab, and genetics
and molecular biology.
The Biochemistry option is designed
for the Track-Two Chemistry BS degree.
BB 490, BB 491, BB 492. Biochemistry (3,3,3)
Select two courses from the following:
BB 493. Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
BB 494. Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
BB 495. Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
Plus:
BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of Biology (4,4)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
Total=31
BUSINESS OPTION
The Business option has been created
for chemists interested in working in
marketing and sales. Students earn a BS
degree in chemistry in four years and
also fulfill course work equivalent to a
minor in Business Administration. The
option includes some courses required
to enter the MBA program at OSU. This
degree is also a good stepping stone for
law school or graduate school in chemistry. The option includes eight courses in
accounting, law, finance, organizational
systems.
The Business option is designed for
the Track-Two Chemistry BS degree.
Required
BA 215. Money and Investment
Management: Manager, Lender, Investor
Viewpoint (4)
BA 230. Business Law I (4)
or BA 347. International Business (4)
BA 351. Managing Organizations (4)
BA 360. Introduction to Financial
Management (4)
ECON 201. *Intro to Microeconomics (4)
Select three courses from:
Business electives from list approved by
College of Business (12)
Note: Students who complete these business courses and some additional courses
may apply upon graduation to the
College of Business to be accepted into a
45-credit, three-term MBA program.
Total=32
CHEMICAL
ENGINEERING OPTION
The Chemical Engineering option offers
selected chemical engineering concepts
that may enhance career opportunities
in areas such as electronics, polymers,
and biotechnology, or prepare students
for graduate school in chemistry or
related fields. Students can earn a chemistry degree in four years while targeting
a career direction. This option includes
nine courses in basic engineering and
chemical engineering including mass
and fluid transport, reaction engineering, and separations processes.
The Chemical Engineering option is
designed for the Track-Two Chemistry
BS degree.
The track-two core requirements are
slightly modified for the Chemical Engineering option:
Required/Recommended for Core:
PH 211, PH 212, PH 213. *General Physics
with Calculus (4,4,4) Required
CH 462. ^Experimental Chemistry II (3)
Recommended
Chemical Engineering
Option Requirements
CHE 211. Material Balances and
Stoichiometry (4)
CHE 212. Energy Balances (4)
CHE 411, CHE 412. Mass Transfer
Operations (3,3)
CHE 443. Chemical Reaction Engineering (4)
ME 331. Introductory Fluid Mechanics (4)
ME 332. Heat Transfer (4)
MTH 256. Applied Differential Equations (4)
Select one course from below for 3–4
credits:
CH 401. Research (3)
or CHE 401. Research (3)
CHE 213. Process Analysis (4)
CHE 311. Thermodynamics (3)
CHE 312. Chemical Engineering
Thermodynamics (3)
CHE 331. Transport Phenomena I (4)
CHE 332. Transport Phenomena II (4)
CHE 361. Chemical Process Dynamics and
Simulation (3)
CHE 444. Thin Film Materials Processing (4)
CHE 445. Polymer Engineering and
Science (4)
or ENGR 213. Strength of Materials (3)
CHE 461. Process Control (3)
ENGR 321. Materials Science (3)
Total=33–34
CHEMISTRY EDUCATION OPTION
The Chemistry Education option is
directed at students planning to teach
high school chemistry or continuing on
with graduate education and teaching
careers at community colleges. Students
can earn a chemistry degree in four years
and obtain experience that can be useful
when applying for the Master of Science
in Science Education from OSU. This
option includes 11 courses covering
teaching methods, a secondary area, and
undergraduate teaching internship and
seminar in chemistry.
The Chemistry Education option is
designed for the Track-Two Chemistry
BS degree.
CH 407. Chemistry Teaching Seminar (1)
CH 410. Undergraduate Teaching
Internship (3)
SED 309. Field Practice: Science and
Mathematics (3)
SED 409. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3)
SED 412. Technology Foundations for
Teaching Math and Science (3)
SED 413. Science Materials and Laboratories
(3)
Second Endorsement electives (15)
Select one elective course from list
below for 3 credits:
PSY 350. Human Lifespan Development (3)
SED 414. Mathematics Materials and Labs
(3)
TCE 216. Purpose, Structure, and Function
of Education in a Democracy (3)
TCE 253. Learning Across the Lifespan (3)
Note: Courses in the second endorsement area are to be from a list approved
by the Department of Science and Math
Education and must be different from
those required in the chemistry core. The
courses in this option are designed to interface with the Master of Science in Science Education program for prospective high school teachers through the
Department of Science and Mathematics
Education at OSU.
Total=34
ENVIRONMENTAL
CHEMISTRY OPTION
The Environmental Chemistry option is structured to provide a quality
foundation for working in government,
industrial or university labs studying
the behavior of chemicals in the environment. It also is suited to graduate
education in chemistry or environmental
chemistry. Students can earn a chemistry
degree in four years while targeting their
career. This option includes 11 courses
in biology, microbiology, toxicology, environmental chemistry and health, soil
science, and hydrology.
The Environmental Chemistry option
is designed for the Track-Two Chemistry
BS degree.
The track-two core requirements are
slightly modified for the Environmental
Chemistry option:
College of Science
Required for Core:
Requirements
Replace CH 324 with:
CH 421, CH 422. Analytical Chemistry (3,3)
and CH 461. Experimental Chemistry II (3)
Only one term of inorganic chemistry:
CH 411. Inorganic Chemistry (3)
or CH 412. Inorganic Chemistry (3)
BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of Biology (4,4)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry (4,3)
or BB 490 and BB 491. Biochemistry (3,3)
BB 494. Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
TOX 411/TOX 511. Fundamentals of
Toxicology (3)
Select three courses from below for
7–12 credits
BB 492. Biochemistry (3)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
CH 401. Research (3)
CH 410. Internship (2–3)
CH 424. Bioanalytical Chemistry (3)
CH 661. Separations: Chromatography
and Related Methods (3)
CH 691. Environmental Chemistry of
Organic Substances (3)
CH 692. Environmental Transformation of
Organic Compounds (3)
CH 697. Mass Spectroscopy of Organic
Compounds (3)
DHE 250. Fundamentals of Textiles (4)
MB 302. General Microbiology (3)
MB 303. General Microbiology Lab (2)
ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3)
and ST 211. Intro to Hypothesis Testing (1)
or ST 351. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
TOX 490/TOX 590. Environmental
Forensic Chemistry (3)
Z 331. Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)
Z 341. Human Anatomy and Physiology
Lab (2)
Requirements
BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of Biology (4,4)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
MB 302, MB 303. General Microbiology and
Lab (3,2)
ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3)
or ST 314. Intro to Statistics for Engineers
(3)
TOX 430. Chemical Behavior in the
Environment (3)
TOX 455. Ecotoxicology: Aquatic
Ecosystems (3)
Select three courses from below for
9–10 credits:
BI 211. *Principles of Biology (4)
BI 370. Ecology (3)
CE 514. Groundwater Hydraulics (3)
CH 401. Research (3)
CH 691. Environmental Chemistry of
Organic Substances (3)
CH 692. Environmental Transformation of
Organic Compounds (3)
CSS 305. Principles of Soil Science (4)
CSS 535. Soil Physics (3)
CSS 545. Geochemistry of Soil Ecosystems
(4)
ENVE 531. Fate and Transport of
Chemicals in Environmental Systems (4)
ENVE 532. Aqueous Environmental
Chemistry (4)
ENVE 541. Microbial Processes in
Environmental Systems (4)
GEO 487. Hydrogeology (4)
H 412. Air Quality and Public Health (3)
TOX 413/TOX 513. Environmental
Toxicology and Risk Assessment (3)
TOX 490/TOX 590. Environmental
Forensic Chemistry (3)
Total=35–36
FORENSIC SCIENCE OPTION
The Forensic Science option is appropriate for students interested in working in
a crime lab or pursing a graduate degree
in forensic science or chemistry. Students
can earn a BS degree in chemistry in four
years and also take a combination of
courses that enhance a chemistry major’s
background in biology, biochemistry,
and related areas that can be important
in forensic science.
The Forensic Science option is designed for the Track-Two Chemistry BS
degree.
The track-two core requirements are
slightly modified for the Forensic Science
option as follows:
Required for Core:
Replace CH 324 with:
CH 421, CH 422. Analytical Chemistry (3,3)
CH 461. Experimental Chemistry II (3)
Only one term of inorganic chemistry:
CH 411. Inorganic Chemistry (3)
or CH 412. Inorganic Chemistry (3)
Total=31–37
MATERIALS SCIENCE OPTION
The Materials Science option is customized to include applied courses in a
variety of materials areas to enhance
career opportunities in, for example,
electronics, polymers and biotechnology.
Students can earn a chemistry degree in
four years while targeting a career in this
field or preparing for graduate school in
chemistry or related areas.
The Materials Science option is designed for the Track-Two Chemistry BS
degree.
The track-two core requirements are
slightly modified for the Materials Science option:
Required/Recommended for Core:
PH 211, PH 212, PH 213. *General Physics
with Calculus (4,4,4) Required
Requirements
CH 445. Physical Chemistry of Materials (3)
or ENGR 321. Material Science (3)
CHE 444. Thin-Film Materials Processing (3)
CHE 445. Polymer Engineering and Science
(4)
ENGR 322. Mechanical Properties of
Materials (4)
MTH 256. Applied Differential Equations (4)
Select three courses from below for
9–11 credits:
CH 401. Research (3)
CH 413. Chemical Applications of Group
Theory (3–4)
CH 448. Surface Chemistry (3)
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CHE 401. Research (3)
ECE 317. Electronic Materials and Devices
(3)
ENGR 212. Dynamics (3)
ENGR 213. Strength of Materials (3)
ENGR 221. The Science, Engineering, and
Social Impact of Nanotechnology (3)
ME 316. Mechanics of Materials (3)
PH 475. Intro to Solid State Physics (3)
WSE 318. Mechanical Behavior of Wood (4)
Total=27–29
PRE-MEDICINE OPTION
The Pre-Medicine option is directed at
students planning to apply to medical
or dental school who also wish to target
chemistry as a career pathway. A BS
degree in chemistry provides a strong
foundation for many professions and
postgraduate degrees in chemistry or
related areas. Students can earn a chemistry degree in four years while also taking
Pre-medicine option courses in biology,
biochemistry, and related areas that are
important components for application to
medical school.
The Pre-Medicine option is designed
for the Track-Two Chemistry BS degree.
Requirements
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry (4,3)
or BB 490, BB 491. Biochemistry (3,3)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
PHL 444. Biomedical Ethics (4)
ST 351. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
Total=34–35
CHEMISTRY MINOR
The requirements for a minor in chemistry include a minimum of 27 credits of
chemistry (CH) courses.
Choose one of the following complete
general chemistry sequences:
1. CH 121, *CH 122, *CH 123. General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
2. CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
3. CH 224H, CH 225H, CH 226H.
*Honors General Chemistry (5,5,5)
4. CH 201, CH 202. Chemistry for
Engineering Majors (3,3)
and CH 205. Laboratory for
Chemistry 202 (1)
and CH 123. *General Chemistry (5)
5. CH 201, CH 202. Chemistry for
Engineering Majors (3,3)
and CH 205. Laboratory for
Chemistry 202 (1)
and CH 223. *General Chemistry (5)
In addition, a minimum of four upperdivision courses of 3 or more credits in
at least two areas of chemistry (organic,
physical, analytical, inorganic, or nuclear) and including one laboratory course
are required. All courses must be taken
for a grade (not S/U) and the overall GPA
for all chemistry courses must be 2.0 or
higher.
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Courses that cannot
be used for the minor:
Biochemistry Courses
CH 130. General Chemistry of Living
Systems (4)
CH 374. *Technology, Energy, and Risk (3)
CH 401/501/601. Research (1–16)
CH 403/503/603. Thesis (1–16)
CH 407/507/607. Seminar (1–16)
CH 410/510/610. Internship (1–16)
CH 695. Electronics for Scientists (4)
CH 696. Computer Interfacing (4)
See http://www.chemistry.oregonstate.
edu/undergrad/minor.html for more
details about the chemistry minor.
CHEMISTRY (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Analytical chemistry, inorganic chemistry,
materials chemistry, nuclear chemistry,
organic chemistry, physical chemistry
The Department of Chemistry offers
graduate work leading toward Master
of Arts, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in analytical
chemistry, inorganic chemistry, nuclear
chemistry, organic chemistry, physical
chemistry and solid state chemistry.
All students are required, early in their
graduate study, to take a series of graduate courses in their major area. For the
PhD, the required written preliminary
examinations take the form of a number
of “cumulative examinations.” Exceptions to this include the concentration
in nuclear chemistry, which requires
only a single written examination, and
concentrations in inorganic chemistry or
solid state chemistry, which require only
an oral exam. For each field there is a list
of courses representing subject matter in
which competence is required of those
electing that field for PhD work, but the
major emphasis of the PhD program is in
research rather than formal courses. All
degrees require a research thesis except
for the Master of Science nonthesis
degree. There is no departmental requirement of a foreign language. Most graduate students in chemistry are supported
either as graduate teaching assistants or
as graduate research assistants.
CHEMISTRY GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
COURSES
CH 121. GENERAL CHEMISTRY (5). A general
chemistry sequence for students who have had no
previous training in chemistry and for those whose
college aptitude test scores indicate the need
for a more elementary introduction to chemistry.
Entering students are expected to have a working
knowledge of high school algebra, logarithms, and
scientific notation. Lec/lab/rec. (CH 122, CH 123
are Bacc Core Courses) PREREQS: CH 121,
CH 122, CH 123 must be taken in order.
CH 122. *GENERAL CHEMISTRY (5). A general
chemistry sequence for students who have had no
previous training in chemistry and for those whose
college aptitude test scores indicate the need
for a more elementary introduction to chemistry.
Entering students are expected to have a working
knowledge of high school algebra, logarithms, and
scientific notation. Lec/lab/rec. (CH 122 and CH
123 are Bacc Core courses.) PREREQS: CH 121
or CH 201 or CH 221. CH 121, CH 122, CH 123
must be taken in order.
CH 123. *GENERAL CHEMISTRY (5). A general
chemistry sequence for students who have had no
previous training in chemistry and for those whose
college aptitude test scores indicate the need
for a more elementary introduction to chemistry.
Entering students are expected to have a working
knowledge of high school algebra, logarithms, and
scientific notation. Lec/lab/rec. (CH 122 and CH
123 are Bacc Core courses.) PREREQS: CH 122
or CH 222 or (CH 202 and CH 205). CH 121,
CH 122, CH 123 must be taken in order.
CH 130. GENERAL CHEMISTRY OF LIVING
SYSTEMS (4). Introduction to organic chemistry
and the chemistry of biological systems. Organic
nomenclature and fundamental reactions,
emphasizing topics such as amino acids, proteins,
biochemical energy, and nucleic acids (DNA and
RNA). Intended as a terminal course in chemistry,
not to serve as a prerequisite to higher numbered
chemistry courses. Lec/lab. Does not count toward
a chemistry minor. CH 122 or (CH 202 or CH 205)
CH 199. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
CH 201. CHEMISTRY FOR ENGINEERING
MAJORS (3). A sequence of selected chemistry
topics for pre-engineering students. Lec.
PREREQS: MTH 111 or MTH 112 or (MTH 251
or MTH 251H). CH 201, CH 202 must be taken
in order.
CH 202. CHEMISTRY FOR ENGINEERING
MAJORS (3). A sequence of selected chemistry
topics for pre-engineering students. Lec.
PREREQS: CH 201 or CH 121 or CH 221 or
CH 224H. CH 201, CH 202 must be taken in order.
CH 205. LABORATORY FOR CHEMISTRY
202 (1). Three-hour weekly session for the
development of laboratory skills in general
chemistry for engineers. Lec/lab. PREREQS:
CH 202*
CH 211. RECITATION FOR CHEMISTRY 201
(1). One-hour weekly session for the development
of problem-solving skills in general chemistry for
engineers. Rec. COREQS: CH 201
CH 212. RECITATION FOR CHEMISTRY 202
(1). One-hour weekly session for the development
of problem-solving skills in general chemistry for
engineers. Rec. COREQS: CH 202
CH 221. *GENERAL CHEMISTRY (5). A general
chemistry sequence for students majoring in most
sciences, pharmacy, and chemical engineering.
CH 121 is accepted in lieu of high school
chemistry as a prerequisite for this sequence. Lec/
lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: One year
of high school chemistry and acceptable aptitude
test scores or CH 121. CH 221, CH 222, CH 223
must be taken in order.
CH 222. *GENERAL CHEMISTRY (5). A general
chemistry sequence for students majoring in most
sciences, pharmacy, and chemical engineering.
Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS:
CH 221 or CH 121 or CH 224H, one year of high
school chemistry and acceptable aptitude test
scores. CH 221, CH 222, CH 223 must be taken
in order.
CH 223. *GENERAL CHEMISTRY (5). A general
chemistry sequence for students majoring in most
sciences, pharmacy, and chemical engineering.
Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS:
or CH 224HCH 122 or CH 222 or CH 225H or
(CH 202 and CH 205), one year of high school
chemistry and acceptable aptitude test scores.
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223 must be taken in order.
CH 224H. *HONORS GENERAL CHEMISTRY
(5). A general chemistry sequence for high
aptitude students. Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: One year of high school chemistry
and acceptable aptitude test scores, Honors
College approval required.
CH 225H. *HONORS GENERAL CHEMISTRY
(5). A general chemistry sequence for high
aptitude students. Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: CH 224H, one year of high school
chemistry and acceptable aptitude test scores,
Honors College approval required.
CH 226H. *HONORS GENERAL CHEMISTRY
(5). A general chemistry sequence for high
aptitude students. Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: CH 225H, one year of high school
chemistry and acceptable aptitude test scores,
Honors College approval required.
CH 324. QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS (4). A
basic course in modern chemical analysis. Selfpaced laboratory. CH 130 does not meet the
prerequisites for this course. PREREQS: CH 123
or CH 223 or CH 226H, or one year of general
chemistry or instructor approval.
CH 331. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (4). Service
course covering aliphatic and aromatic chemistry.
Introduction to nomenclature, mechanism and
synthesis. Lec/rec. CH 130 does not meet the
prerequisites for this course. PREREQS:
CH 123 or CH 223 or CH 226H, one year of
general chemistry or instructor approval. CH 331
and CH 332 must be taken in order.
CH 332. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (4). Service
course covering aliphatic and aromatic chemistry.
Introduction to nomenclature, mechanism and
synthesis. Lec/rec. PREREQS: CH 331, one year
of general chemistry.
CH 334. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3).
Professional course for majors in chemistry,
biochemistry, chemical engineering and other
students who need a year of organic chemistry.
In-depth treatment of major classes of organic
compounds. Interrelation of mechanistic and
synthetic approaches. PREREQS: CH 123 or
CH 223 or CH 226H, one year general chemistry
or instructor approval. CH 130 does not meet the
prerequisites for this course.
CH 335. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3).
Professional course for majors in chemistry,
biochemistry, chemical engineering and other
students who need a year of organic chemistry.
In-depth treatment of major classes of organic
compounds. Interrelation of mechanistic and
synthetic approaches. PREREQS: CH 334, one
year general chemistry.
CH 336. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3).
Professional course for majors in chemistry,
biochemistry, chemical engineering and other
students who need a year of organic chemistry.
In-depth treatment of major classes of organic
compounds. Interrelation of mechanistic and
synthetic approaches. PREREQS: CH 335, one
year of general chemistry.
CH 337. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY
(4). Laboratory course in organic chemistry for
nonmajors, designed to supplement CH 331,
CH 332 and CH 334, CH 335, CH 336. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: (CH 331 and CH 332) or (CH 334 and
CH 335 and CH 336) or (CH 224H and CH 225H
and CH 226H) or (CH 201 and CH 202 and CH
205), (CH 121, CH 122 and CH 123) or (CH 221,
CH 222 and CH 223).
CH 361. EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY I (3).
First term of integrated laboratory program
for chemistry majors highlighting techniques
in organic, physical, and analytical chemistry.
First-hand experience is gained using
specialized glassware, scientific equipment
and instrumentation plus computers. Essential
technical laboratory standards and technical
writing are emphasized. Lec/lab. PREREQS:
(CH 221 and CH 222 and CH 223) or (CH 224H
and CH 225H and CH 226H) and (MTH 251* or
MTH 251H*) and (PH 201* or PH 211*) and CH
334*, departmental approval required. Restricted
to chemistry and biochemistry/biophysics majors.
College of Science
CH 361H. EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY I
(3). First term of integrated laboratory program
for chemistry majors highlighting techniques
in organic, physical, and analytical chemistry.
First-hand experience is gained using
specialized glassware, scientific equipment
and instrumentation plus computers. Essential
technical laboratory standards and technical
writing are emphasized. Lec/lab. PREREQS:
(CH 223 or CH 226H) and (MTH 251* or MTH
251H*) and (PH 201* or PH 211*) and CH 334*,
Honors College approval required.
CH 362. EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY I
(3). First-level integrated laboratory course for
majors in chemistry and related disciplines,
covering experimental techniques of analytical,
inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: (CH 361 or CH 361H) and CH 335*
CH 362H. EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY I
(3). First-level integrated laboratory course for
majors in chemistry and related disciplines,
covering experimental techniques of analytical,
inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Lec/
lab. PREREQS: CH 361H and CH 335*, Honors
College approval required.
CH 374. *TECHNOLOGY, ENERGY, AND RISK
(3). Decision-making in a technical, democratic
society. Discussion of current issues such as acid
rain, toxic organic chemicals in the environment,
energy resources, etc. Does not meet the prereq
for any other chemistry course. Does not meet
requirements for chemistry minor. (Bacc Core
Course) PREREQS: Completion of baccalaureate
core in physical science.
CH 390. ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY (3).
Sources, reactions, transport, effects, and fates
of chemical species in water, soil, air, and living
environments and the effects of technology
thereon. PREREQS: One year of chemistry.
CH 401. RESEARCH (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
CH 403. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
CH 405. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
CH 406. PROJECTS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
CH 407. SEMINAR (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
CH 407H. SEMINAR (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required. Honors College
approval required.
CH 410. INTERNSHIP (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
CH 411. INORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3-4).
Fundamental principles of inorganic chemistry
including atomic structure, bonding models
for molecules and solids, symmetry, acid/base
chemistry, oxidation-reduction, and metal-ligand
complexes. PREREQS: One year of general
chemistry. College-level physics is recommended.
CH 412. INORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3-4).
Descriptive chemistry of the elements, focusing
on main-group compounds, transition metal
complexes, and solid-state chemistry. PREREQS:
CH 411 or CH 511, or instructor approval.
CH 413. CHEMICAL APPLICATIONS OF GROUP
THEORY (3-4). Molecular and crystallographic
symmetry, molecular-orbital theory of inorganic
compounds, molecular and lattice vibrations,
electronic spectroscopy of organic and inorganic
molecules and solids. Students who register for
4 credits will perform independent study of an
advanced topic based on research literature. Not
offered every year. PREREQS: CH 442 or CH 542
CH 416. RADIOCHEMISTRY (3). Selected
methods in radiochemical analysis. Actinide
chemistry, activation analysis, radionuclide
solvent extraction, and microbial reactions with
radionuclides. Designed for majors in chemistry,
chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, and
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radiation health physics. CROSSLISTED as
CHE 516, NE 416/NE 516, RHP 416/RHP 516.
PREREQS: (CH 201 and CH 202 and CH 205) or
(CH 221 and CH 222 and CH 223) and (CH 224H
and CH 225H and CH 226H), or equivalent or
instructor approval required.
CH 448. SURFACE CHEMISTRY (3). Properties
of solid and liquid surfaces. Spectroscopic
techniques used to study surfaces. Applications
in semiconductor processing and other high
technology areas. Offered alternate years.
PREREQS: CH 442/CH 542.
CH 418. NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY (3).
Radioactive decay, nuclear properties, nuclear
structure, alpha, beta, and gamma decay, nuclear
reactions, fission, interaction of radiation with
matter, chemical techniques, radiation safety, and
nuclear instrumentation. PREREQS: Should enroll
concurrently in CH 440/CH 540 or PH 314.
CH 450. INTRODUCTORY QUANTUM
CHEMISTRY (3). Elementary wave mechanics
and matrix mechanics of atoms and molecules.
Quantum basis of chemical structure. Not offered
every year. PREREQS: CH 442 or CH 542, one
year college physics.
CH 419. RADIOACTIVE TRACER METHODS
(4). Radionuclides, radioactivity, and radiotracer
methods as research tools in physical and
biological science. Lec/lab. PREREQS: Two years
of college chemistry.
CH 421. ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (3). A
professional sequence for majors in chemistry
and related disciplines. Chemical equilibrium,
analytical electrochemistry, separations,
spectroscopy, instrumentation, and treatment of
data. PREREQS: One year of general chemistry,
one year of college physics. Should enroll
concurrently in CH 440/CH 540.
CH 422. ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(3). A professional sequence for majors in
chemistry and related disciplines. Chemical
equilibrium, analytical electrochemistry,
separations, spectroscopy, basic electronics
and instrumentation, and treatment of data.
PREREQS: One year of general chemistry, one
year of college physics. Should enroll concurrently
in CH 441/CH 541.
CH 424. BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(3). Analytical methods employed in the
study of biologically important molecules.
Separations (chromatography, electrophoresis),
spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, biosensors, and
immunoassays. Lec/lab. Not offered every year.
PREREQS: One year of organic chemistry; one
term of organic chemistry laboratory.
CH 435. STRUCTURE DETERMINATION BY
SPECTROSCOPIC METHODS (3). Use of
ultraviolet, infrared, nuclear magnetic resonance,
and mass spectra for determination of structures
and stereochemistry of complex organic
molecules. PREREQS: CH 336 and (CH 442 or
CH 542)
CH 440. PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY (3).
Thermodynamics, electrochemistry, solutions,
kinetic theory of gases, chemical kinetics,
quantum theory and statistical mechanics,
molecular structure and spectroscopy. PREREQS:
MTH 254 or MTH 254H, one year of general
chemistry, one year of college physics. CH 440,
CH 441, CH 442 must be taken in order.
CH 441. PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY (3).
Thermodynamics, electrochemistry, solutions,
kinetic theory of gases, chemical kinetics,
quantum theory and statistical mechanics,
molecular structure and spectroscopy. PREREQS:
MTH 254 or MTH 254H, one year of general
chemistry, one year of college physics. CH 440,
CH 441, CH 442 must be taken in order.
CH 442. PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY (3).
Thermodynamics, electrochemistry, solutions,
kinetic theory of gases, chemical kinetics,
quantum theory and statistical mechanics,
molecular structure and spectroscopy. PREREQS:
(MTH 254 or MTH 254H) and CH 441, one year of
general chemistry, one year of college physics.
CH 440, CH 441, CH 442 must be taken in order.
CH 445. PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY OF
MATERIALS (3). Structure of solid materials.
Relationship between structure and mechanical,
thermal, and electrical properties of materials
used in high technology. Offered alternate years.
PREREQS: CH 442 or CH 542
CH 453. CHEMICAL THERMODYNAMICS (3).
The laws of chemical thermodynamics applied
to analyze properties of gases, gas mixtures,
liquid solutions, fluctuations, critical phenomena,
and magnetic systems. Not offered every year.
PREREQS: CH 442 or CH 542
CH 461. EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II (3).
Second-level integrated laboratory course for
majors in chemistry and related disciplines,
covering experimental techniques of analytical,
inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: (CH 362 or CH 362H) and CH 421*
and CH 440*
CH 461H. EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II
(3). Second-level integrated laboratory course
for majors in chemistry and related disciplines,
covering experimental techniques of analytical,
inorganic and physical chemistry. Lec/Lab.
PREREQS: (CH 362 or CH 362H) and CH 421*
and CH 440*, Honors College approval required.
CH 462. ^EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II
(3). Second-level integrated laboratory course
for majors in chemistry and related disciplines,
covering experimental techniques of analytical,
inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Lec/lab.
(Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS: (CH 362 or
CH 362H) and CH 441* and (CH 324 or CH 461
or CH 461H), CH 422 is recommended.
CH 462H. ^EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II
(3). Second-level integrated laboratory course
for majors in chemistry and related disciplines,
covering experimental techniques of analytical,
inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Lec/lab.
(Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS: (CH 362 or
CH 362H) and CH 441* and (CH 324 or CH 461
or CH 461H), Honors College approval required.
CH 442 is recommended.
CH 463. ^EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II
(3). Second-level integrated laboratory course
for majors in chemistry and related disciplines,
covering experimental techniques of analytical,
inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Lec/lab.
(Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS: (CH 362 or
CH 362H) and (CH 324 or CH 461 or CH 461H)
and CH 442*
CH 463H. ^EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II
(3). Second-level integrated laboratory course
for majors in chemistry and related disciplines,
covering experimental techniques of analytical,
inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Lec/lab.
(Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS: (CH 362 or
CH 362H) and (CH 324 or CH 461 or CH 461H)
and CH 442*, Honors College approval required.
CH 464. ^EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II
(3). Second-level integrated laboratory course
for majors in chemistry and related disciplines,
covering experimental techniques of analytical,
inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Lec/lab.
(Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS: (CH 362
or CH 362H) and CH 442*, CH 461 or CH 324 is
recommended.
CH 464H. ^EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II
(3). Second-level integrated laboratory course
for majors in chemistry and related disciplines,
covering experimental techniques of analytical,
inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Lec/lab.
(Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS: (CH 362 or
CH 362H) and CH 442*, Honors College approval
required. CH 461 or CH 324 is recommended.
498
Oregon State University
CH 467. MOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(4). Infrared, Raman, electronic and NMR
spectroscopy, identification and analysis
applications, determination of molecular structures
and other molecular parameters. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: CH 442 or CH 542
CH 490. COMPUTER PROGRAMMING FOR
SCIENTISTS (3). Programming, numerical and
graphical analysis, problem solving, simulations
and use of databases for information handling and
retrieval. Applications to problems in chemistry.
PREREQS: Two years of college chemistry.
CH 501. RESEARCH (1-16). Graded P/N.
CH 503. THESIS (1-16).
CH 505. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
CH 506. PROJECTS (1-16).
CH 507. SEMINAR (1-16). Student should enroll
in the seminar section that meets the specific
divisional requirements for credits and grading
scheme or that is designated for teaching or
mentoring programs. Graded P/N. PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
CH 510. INTERNSHIP (1-16).
CH 511. INORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3-4).
Fundamental principles of inorganic chemistry
including atomic structure, bonding models
for molecules and solids, symmetry, acid/base
chemistry, oxidation-reduction, and metal-ligand
complexes. PREREQS: One year of college-level
chemistry. College-level physics is recommended.
CH 512. INORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3-4).
Descriptive chemistry of the elements, focusing
on main-group compounds, transition metal
complexes, and solid-state chemistry. PREREQS:
CH 511, or instructor approval.
CH 513. CHEMICAL APPLICATIONS OF GROUP
THEORY (3-4). Molecular and crystallographic
symmetry, molecular-orbital theory of inorganic
compounds, molecular and lattice vibrations,
electronic spectroscopy of organic and inorganic
molecules and solids. Students who register for
4 credits will perform independent study of an
advanced topic based on research literature. Not
offered every year. PREREQS: CH 442/CH 542.
CH 516. RADIOCHEMISTRY (3). Selected
methods in radiochemical analysis. Actinide
chemistry, activation analysis, radionuclide
solvent extraction, and microbial reactions with
radionuclides. Designed for majors in chemistry,
chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, and
radiation health physics. CROSSLISTED as
CHE 416/CHE 516, NE 416/NE 516, RHP 416/
RHP 516. PREREQS: (CH 201, CH 202, CH
205) or (CH 221, CH 222, CH 223) or (CH 224H,
CH 225H, CH 226H). Or equivalent or instructor
approval required.
CH 518. NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY (3).
Radioactive decay, nuclear properties, nuclear
structure, alpha, beta, and gamma decay, nuclear
reactions, fission, interaction of radiation with
matter, chemical techniques, radiation safety,
and nuclear instrumentation. PREREQS: Should
concurrently enroll in CH 440/CH 540 or PH 314.
CH 519. RADIOACTIVE TRACER METHODS
(4). Radionuclides, radioactivity, and radiotracer
methods as research tools in physical and
biological science. Lec/lab. PREREQS: Two years
of college chemistry.
CH 521. ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (3). A
professional sequence for majors in chemistry
and related disciplines. Chemical equilibrium,
analytical electrochemistry, separations,
spectroscopy, instrumentation, and treatment of
data. PREREQS: One year of college chemistry,
one year of college physics. Should concurrently
enroll in CH 440/CH 540.
CH 522. ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(3). A professional sequence for majors in
chemistry and related disciplines. Chemical
equilibrium, analytical electrochemistry,
separations, spectroscopy, basic electronics
and instrumentation, and treatment of data.
PREREQS: One year of college chemistry, one
year of college physics. Should concurrently enroll
in CH 441/CH 541.
CH 524. BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(3). Analytical methods employed in the
study of biologically important molecules.
Separations (chromatography, electrophoresis),
spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, biosensors, and
immunoassays. Lec/lab. Not offered every year.
CROSSLISTED as VMB 524. PREREQS: One
year of organic chemistry; one term of organic
chemistry laboratory.
CH 535. STRUCTURE DETERMINATION BY
SPECTROSCOPIC METHODS (3). Use of
ultraviolet, infrared, nuclear magnetic resonance,
and mass spectra for determination of structures
and stereochemistry of complex organic
molecules. PREREQS: CH 336, CH 442/CH 542.
CH 540. PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY (3).
Thermodynamics, electrochemistry, solutions,
kinetic theory of gases, chemical kinetics,
quantum theory and statistical mechanics,
molecular structure and spectroscopy. PREREQS:
MTH 254. One year of college chemistry, one year
of college physics. CH 540, CH 541, CH 542 must
be taken in order.
CH 541. PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY (3).
Thermodynamics, electrochemistry, solutions,
kinetic theory of gases, chemical kinetics,
quantum theory and statistical mechanics,
molecular structure and spectroscopy. PREREQS:
MTH 254. One year of college chemistry, one year
of college physics. CH 540, CH 541, CH 542 must
be taken in order.
CH 542. PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY (3).
Thermodynamics, electrochemistry, solutions,
kinetic theory of gases, chemical kinetics,
quantum theory and statistical mechanics,
molecular structure and spectroscopy. PREREQS:
MTH 254. One year of college chemistry, one year
of college physics. CH 540, CH 541, CH 542 must
be taken in order.
CH 545. PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY OF
MATERIALS (3). Structure of solid materials.
Relationship between structure and mechanical,
thermal, and electrical properties of materials
used in high technology. Offered alternate years.
PREREQS: CH 442/CH 542.
CH 548. SURFACE CHEMISTRY (3). Properties
of solid and liquid surfaces. Spectroscopic
techniques used to study surfaces. Applications
in semiconductor processing and other high
technology areas. Offered alternate years.
PREREQS: CH 442/CH 542.
CH 550. INTRODUCTORY QUANTUM
CHEMISTRY (3). Elementary wave mechanics
and matrix mechanics of atoms and molecules.
Quantum basis of chemical structure. Not offered
every year. PREREQS: CH 542, one year college
physics.
CH 553. CHEMICAL THERMODYNAMICS (3).
The laws of chemical thermodynamics applied
to analyze properties of gases, gas mixtures,
liquid solutions, fluctuations, critical phenomena,
and magnetic systems. Not offered every year.
PREREQS: CH 542
CH 567. MOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(4). Infrared, Raman, electronic and NMR
spectroscopy, identification and analysis
applications, determination of molecular structures
and other molecular parameters. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: CH 542
CH 590. COMPUTER PROGRAMMING FOR
SCIENTISTS (3). Programming, numerical and
graphical analysis, problem solving, simulations
and use of databases for information handling and
retrieval. Applications to problems in chemistry.
PREREQS: Two years of college chemistry.
CH 601. RESEARCH (1-16).
CH 603. THESIS (1-16).
CH 605. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
CH 607. SEMINAR (1-16). Student should enroll
in the seminar section that meets the specific
divisional requirements for credits and grading
scheme or that is designated for teaching or
mentoring programs. PREREQS: Departmental
approval required.
CH 614. SELECTED TOPICS IN INORGANIC
CHEMISTRY (4). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint the advanced graduate
student with recent advances in fields such
as solid state chemistry, theoretical inorganic
chemistry, spectroscopy and magnetism,
chemistry of coordination compounds, kinetics
and mechanisms of inorganic reactions, acid-base
theory and reactions in nonaqueous solvents,
organometallic chemistry, and chemistry of the
less familiar elements. Not offered every year.
PREREQS: CH 413/CH 513.
CH 616. SELECTED TOPICS IN INORGANIC
CHEMISTRY (4). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint the advanced graduate
student with the principles of X-ray diffraction as
applied to the structural characterization of both
single crystals and powders. Not offered every
year. PREREQS: CH 413/CH 513.
CH 630. ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3).
Molecular orbital bonding theory, orbital symmetry,
reaction mechanisms, stereoisomerism,
conformational analysis, and advanced methods
of synthesis. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
CH 336, CH 442/CH 542.
CH 631. ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3).
Molecular orbital bonding theory, orbital symmetry,
reaction mechanisms, stereoisomerism,
conformational analysis, and advanced methods
of synthesis. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
CH 336, CH 442/CH 542.
CH 632. ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3).
Molecular orbital bonding theory, orbital symmetry,
reaction mechanisms, stereoisomerism,
conformational analysis, and advanced methods
of synthesis. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
CH 336, CH 442/CH 542.
CH 633. HYPOTHESIS, EVIDENCE, AND
ARGUMENT IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (2).
Immerses the student in the tools of scientific
method as applied to current research topics in
the chemical literature. The student will perform
an extensive review of a modern topic in organic
chemistry, prepare a written summary and
analysis of this literature review and make a public
oral presentation and discussion. PREREQS:
CH 632, or instructor permission.
CH 636. SELECTED TOPICS IN ORGANIC
CHEMISTRY (3). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint students with recent
advances in organic chemistry and their
application to special fields of study. Topics
covered vary from term to term and year to year.
Topics include: theoretical organic chemistry,
recent advances in reaction mechanisms,
advanced synthesis, free radical reactions,
organic sulfur chemistry, and biosynthesis of
natural products. CH 636, CH 637, CH 638 need
not be taken in order. Not offered every year.
CH 637. SELECTED TOPICS IN ORGANIC
CHEMISTRY (3). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint students with advances
in organic chemistry, specifically focusing on
biosynthesis of natural products and enzyme
reaction mechanisms. CH 636, CH 637, CH 638
need not be taken in order.
College of Science
CH 638. SELECTED TOPICS IN ORGANIC
CHEMISTRY (3). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint students with recent
advances in organic chemistry and their
application to special fields of study. Topics
covered vary from term to term and year to year.
Topics include: theoretical organic chemistry,
recent advances in reaction mechanisms,
advanced synthesis, free radical reactions,
organic sulfur chemistry, and biosynthesis of
natural products. CH 636, CH 637, CH 638 need
not be taken in order. Not offered every year.
CH 651. QUANTUM MECHANICS OF ATOMS
AND MOLECULES (3). Not offered every year.
PREREQS: CH 450/CH 550.
CH 652. QUANTUM MECHANICS OF
MOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY (3). Not offered
every year. PREREQS: CH 651.
CH 660. SPECTROCHEMICAL ANALYSIS (3).
Theoretical concepts and methodology of optical
spectrochemical methods of analysis, components
of spectrometers, flame and electrothermal
atomic spectrophotometry, ICP atomic emission
spectrometry, molecular absorption and
fluorescence spectrometry. PREREQS: CH 442/
CH 542.
CH 661. SEPARATIONS: CHROMATOGRAPHY
AND RELATED METHODS (3). Theory,
instrumentation, and practice of modern
separation techniques (gas chromatography,
liquid chromatography, electrokinetic separations)
and sample preparation methods; handling
and interpretation of chromatographic and
electrophoretic data. PREREQS: Three years of
college chemistry.
CH 662. ANALYTICAL ELECTROCHEMISTRY
(4). Study of current, voltage and time
relationships in electrochemical cells.
Offered alternate years. PREREQS: CH 442
recommended or instructor permission.
CH 664. ADVANCED LABORATORY IN
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (1). Optional
laboratory to supplement CH 661. For majors in
analytical chemistry. Lec/lab. PREREQS: CH 661
is a corequisite.
CH 680. SELECTED TOPICS IN PHYSICAL
CHEMISTRY (2). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint students with recent
advances in physical chemistry. Topics include
molecular structure determination (x-ray,
electron and neutron diffraction), spectroscopy
(nonlinear and multiphoton, magnetic resonance,
photoelectron, Moessbauer effect), physical
chemistry of condensed phases (ionic, molecular
and liquid crystals, critical phenomena, mass
transport), theoretical chemistry (chemical
bonding, scattering theory, group theory,
dynamics), electronic structure theory of
molecules. Need not be taken in order. Not offered
every year. PREREQS: Graduate standing.
499
CH 681. SELECTED TOPICS IN PHYSICAL
CHEMISTRY (2). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint students with recent
advances in physical chemistry. Topics include
molecular structure determination (x-ray,
electron and neutron diffraction), spectroscopy
(nonlinear and multiphoton, magnetic resonance,
photoelectron, Moessbauer effect), physical
chemistry of condensed phases (ionic, molecular
and liquid crystals, critical phenomena, mass
transport), theoretical chemistry (chemical
bonding, scattering theory, group theory,
dynamics), electronic structure theory of
molecules. Need not be taken in order. Not offered
every year. PREREQS: Graduate standing.
CH 687. SELECTED TOPICS IN NUCLEAR AND
RADIATION CHEMISTRY (2). Nonsequence
courses designed to acquaint the advanced
graduate student with recent advances in nuclear
and radiation chemistry. Not offered every year.
PREREQS: Graduate standing or instructor
approval required.
CH 682. SELECTED TOPICS IN PHYSICAL
CHEMISTRY (2). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint students with recent
advances in physical chemistry. Topics include
molecular structure determination (x-ray,
electron and neutron diffraction), spectroscopy
(nonlinear and multiphoton, magnetic resonance,
photoelectron, Moessbauer effect), physical
chemistry of condensed phases (ionic, molecular
and liquid crystals, critical phenomena, mass
transport), theoretical chemistry (chemical
bonding, scattering theory, group theory,
dynamics), electronic structure theory of
molecules. Need not be taken in order. Not offered
every year. PREREQS: Graduate standing.
CH 691. ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY
OF ORGANIC SUBSTANCES (3). Structure,
properties, reactivity of organic compounds and
their relation to the molecular interactions and
macroscopic transport phenomena that determine
the spatial and temporal distribution of these
compounds in the environment. Not offered
every year. PREREQS: CH 336 and CH 442 or
equivalent.
CH 683. SELECTED TOPICS IN ANALYTICAL
CHEMISTRY (2). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint the advanced graduate
student with recent advances in analytical
chemistry. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
Graduate standing or instructor approval required.
CH 684. SELECTED TOPICS IN ANALYTICAL
CHEMISTRY (2). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint the advanced graduate
student with recent advances in analytical
chemistry. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
Graduate standing or instructor approval required.
CH 685. SELECTED TOPICS IN ANALYTICAL
CHEMISTRY (2). Nonsequence courses
designed to acquaint the advanced graduate
student with recent advances in analytical
chemistry. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
Graduate standing or instructor approval required.
CH 686. SELECTED TOPICS IN NUCLEAR AND
RADIATION CHEMISTRY (2). Nonsequence
courses designed to acquaint the advanced
graduate student with recent advances in nuclear
and radiation chemistry. Not offered every year.
PREREQS: Graduate standing or instructor
approval required.
CH 688. SELECTED TOPICS IN NUCLEAR AND
RADIATION CHEMISTRY (2). Nonsequence
courses designed to acquaint the advanced
graduate student with recent advances in nuclear
and radiation chemistry. Not offered every year.
PREREQS: Graduate standing or instructor
approval required.
CH 692. ENVIRONMENTAL TRANSFORMATION
OF ORGANIC COMPOUNDS (3). Chemical,
photochemical, and biological transformation
reactions of organic compounds in the
environment. Test methods and predictive models
for determining the persistence of organic
compounds in the environment. Offered alternate
years. PREREQS: CH 336, CH 440 or instructor
approval required.
CH 696. COMPUTER INTERFACING (4).
Introduction to the use of microcomputers for
data acquisition and data manipulation in the
laboratory. The emphasis will be on the use of
software and hardware for the IBM-compatible
personal computer. Programming in Visual Basic
and Windows languages will be covered, as well
as use of commercial software and hardware.
Familiarity with analog signal conditioning and
simple digital circuitry will be assumed.
CH 697. MASS SPECTROMETRY OF ORGANIC
COMPOUNDS (3). Physical principles of mass
spectrometric instrumentation and interpretation
of the mass spectra of organic compounds. Not
offered every year. PREREQS: CH 336, CH 442.
500
Oregon State University
ENTOMOLOGY
GRADUATE PROGRAM
Linda James, Manager of Student
Services
2046 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-2907
541-737-2404
541-737-9858 fax
E-mail: linda.james@oregonstate.edu
Website: http://agsci.oregonstate.edu/
entomology/
Graduate students have the option of
obtaining their degree in the specific
academic department of their major
professor.
Graduate Major
Entomology (MA, MAg, MS, PhD)
Graduate Area of Concentration
Entomology
in various basic and applied fields within
the discipline. In keeping with traditional areas of strength at the university,
a number of major research programs
in entomology deal with problems in
agriculture, forestry, and environmental
quality. Integrated pest management
techniques are emphasized in the solution of many of these problems.
There are no specific course requirements for entomology graduate degrees.
Each student will work with their major
professor and/or graduate committee to
establish a program of study.
For additional information on the
Entomology Graduate Program, see the
program Website at http://agsci.oregonstate.edu/entomology/.
ENTOMOLOGY
GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
COURSES
Graduate Minor
Entomology
Entomologists continue to be at the
forefront of basic and applied research in
molecular biology, ecology, evolutionary
biology, biodiversity, and pest management. The modern fields of physiology,
ecology and systematics have their
origins in research originally undertaken
with insects, and entomologists help lead
these disciplines today. Given the unique
importance of insects in biodiversity
and ecosystem processes, their roles in
crop production and public health, and
their value as model organisms for the
exploration of basic scientific questions,
there is demand for graduates who have
acquired entomological expertise.
The Entomology Graduate Program is
a component of the Agricultural Experiment Station, which has many research
facilities for students and staff, including
farms, greenhouses, an aquatic insect
laboratory, and forest insect research
laboratory. In addition to OSU faculty,
state and federal entomologists stationed
across the state are available for consultation in their fields of specialization. The
Oregon State Arthropod Collection has
nearly 3,000,000 specimens of insects
and mites and is a recognized center for
research in insect biodiversity.
ENTOMOLOGY
(MA, MAg, MS, PhD)
Graduate Area of Concentration
Entomology
The Entomology Program offers qualified
candidates opportunities for graduate
study and research leading to the Master
of Arts, Master of Agriculture (nonthesis), Master of Science, and Doctor of
Philosophy degrees with concentrations
ENT 300. *PLAGUES, PESTS, AND POLITICS
(3). Integration and interaction of agricultural and
public health aspects of entomology in society and
history. CROSSLISTED as BI 300 and HORT 330.
(Bacc Core Course)
ENT 311. INTRODUCTION TO INSECT PEST
MANAGEMENT (5). Recognition, biology and
management of injurious and beneficial insects;
insects and human welfare. Concurrent laboratory
is designed to illustrate principles of insect pest
management in agricultural cropping systems,
including medical and veterinary entomology. Lec/
lab. CROSSLISTED as CSS 311. PREREQS: One
year college biology.
ENT 362. APICULTURE (3). The biology and
commercial management of the honey bee Apis
mellifera L.; relationship of honey bees to current
agricultural production; problems of pesticide
usage, disease, and changing agricultural
systems. Offered alternate years. PREREQS: One
year college biology.
ENT 401. RESEARCH (1-16). Work on approved
problems carried on in the library, laboratory or
field. PREREQS: Instructor approval required.
ENT 405. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
Reading and discussions on special topics.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
ENT 407. SEMINAR (1-2). Graded P/N.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
ENT 410. INTERNSHIP (1-16). PREREQS:
Instructor approval required.
ENT 420. INSECT ECOLOGY (3). Insect ecology,
evolution, and management. Biophysical ecology;
foraging and feeding; life cycles; population
dynamics, regulation, and control; species
interactions including herbivore-plant, predatorprey, parasite-host, competition, and mutualism;
diversity, food web structure, agricultural ecology,
exercises merge models, experiments, and
sampling. Offered on even years. PREREQS:
BI 370 or equivalent.
ENT 421. INSECT-PLANT COMMUNITIES (3).
Dynamics of arthropod assemblages and species
interactions. Ecological consequences of insectplant interactions including vegetative succession,
nutrient cycling, and ecosystem stability. Offered
alternate years. PREREQS: BI 213 or instructor
approval required.
ENT 442. PRINCIPLES OF INTEGRATED
PEST MANAGEMENT: SYSTEMS DESIGN
(4). Principles of integrated pest management
design focusing on the use of systems analysis
as a means to integrate management tactics,
environmental and biological monitoring, pest
control models, and implementation elements
into a cohesive whole. Introduction to integrated
pest management on Websites and will design
a hypothetical crop-pest management system.
PREREQS: ENT 311.
ENT 443. PRINCIPLES OF INTEGRATED PEST
MANAGEMENT: BIOLOGICAL CONTROL
(3). Principles of IPM design focusing on use
of systems analysis as a means to integrate
management tactics, environmental and
biological monitoring, pest control models,
and implementation elements into a cohesive
whole. Students will design a hypothetical croppest management system during the course.
PREREQS: ENT 442/ENT 542.
ENT 453. SYSTEMATICS AND MORPHOLOGY
OF ADULT INSECTS (4). Identification,
systematics, literature, distribution, and biology of
the major families of insects. PREREQS: Z 365.
ENT 499. SPECIAL TOPICS IN FISHERIES
AND WILDLIFE (1-6). Various topics in fisheries
science and wildlife science. May be repeated for
up to 12 credits. CROSSLISTED as FW 499.
ENT 501. RESEARCH (1-16). Work on approved
problems carried on in the library, laboratory or
field. PREREQS: Instructor approval required.
ENT 503. THESIS (1-16).
ENT 505. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
Reading and discussions on special topics.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
ENT 507. SEMINAR (1-2). Graded P/N.
ENT 508. WORKSHOP (1-16).
ENT 510. INTERNSHIP (1-16).
ENT 520. INSECT ECOLOGY (3). Insect ecology,
evolution, and management. Biophysical ecology;
foraging and feeding; life cycles; population
dynamics, regulation, and control; species
interactions including herbivore-plant, predatorprey, parasite-host, competition, and mutualism;
diversity, food web structure, agricultural ecology,
exercises merge models, experiments, and
sampling. Offered even years. PREREQS: BI 370,
Z 365 or equivalent.
ENT 521. INSECT-PLANT COMMUNITIES (3).
Dynamics of arthropod assemblages and species
interactions. Ecological consequences of insectplant interactions including vegetative succession,
nutrient cycling, and ecosystem stability. Offered
alternate years. PREREQS: BI 213, Z 365 or
instructor approval required.
ENT 542. PRINCIPLES OF INTEGRATED
PEST MANAGEMENT: SYSTEMS DESIGN
(4). Principles of integrated pest management
design focusing on the use of systems analysis
as a means to integrate management tactics,
environmental and biological monitoring, pest
control models, and implementation elements
into a cohesive whole. Introduction to integrated
pest management on Websites and will design
a hypothetical crop-pest management system.
PREREQS: ENT 311.
ENT 543. PRINCIPLES OF INTEGRATED PEST
MANAGEMENT: BIOLOGICAL CONTROL
(3). Principles of IPM design focusing on use
of systems analysis as a means to integrate
management tactics, environmental and
biological monitoring, pest control models,
and implementation elements into a cohesive
whole. Students will design a hypothetical croppest management system during the course.
PREREQS: ENT 442/ENT 542.
ENT 553. SYSTEMATICS AND MORPHOLOGY
OF ADULT INSECTS (4). Identification,
systematics, literature, distribution, and biology of
the major families of insects. PREREQS: Z 365.
ENT 591. SELECTED TOPICS IN ENTOMOLOGY
(16). Important topics of current interest in the
areas of systematics, insect physiology and
College of Science
toxicology, ecology and behavior, and pest
management. Course content and title will change
with each offering.
ENT 599. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). Important
topics of current interest in the areas of
systematics, insect physiology and toxicology,
ecology and behavior, and pest management.
Course content and title will change with each
offering.
ENT 601. RESEARCH (1-16). PREREQS:
Instructor approval required.
The Pre-Education option provides
a degree appropriate for entry into a
master’s degree program in elementary/
middle school education or OSU’s double
degree in education. Admission into
teacher licensure programs is competitive. See the Science and Mathematics
Education section of this catalog and
the College of Education for more
information.
ENT 607. SEMINAR (1-16).
ENT 691. SELECTED TOPICS IN ENTOMOLOGY
(16). Important topics of current interest in the
areas of systematics, insect physiology and
toxicology, ecology and behavior, and pest
management. Course content and title will change
with each offering.
ENT 699. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). Important
topics of current interest in the areas of
systematics, insect physiology and toxicology,
ecology and behavior, and pest management.
Course content and title will change with each
offering.
GENERAL SCIENCE
Janine Trempy, Associate Dean
College of Science
128 Kidder Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-4608
541-737-4811
541-737-4441
E-mail: trempyj@oregonstate.edu
Undergraduate Major
General Science (BS)
Option
Pre-Education
Pre-professional
Options in Health Sciences
Pre-Clinical Laboratory Science
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Physician Assistant
Pre-Podiatry
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Nondegree,
Pre-Professional Options
Pre-Nursing Education
Pre-Occupational Therapy
The BS in General Science degree is only
granted along with an option. Because
of the interdisciplinary nature of the
General Science degree, students may
not obtain a dual major or double degree
in General Science concurrently with or
subsequent to a degree in biochemistry/
biophysics, biology, botany, microbiology, or zoology.
Select one WIC course from
below (3):
HSTS 415. ^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 417. ^History of Medicine (3)
HSTS 419. ^Studies in Scientific
Controversy: Method and Practice of (3)
HSTS 422. ^Historical Studies of Science
and Politics (3)
HSTS 425. ^History of the Life Sciences (3)
Footnote:
ENT 603. THESIS (1-16).
ENT 605. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Instructor approval required.
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PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
IN THE HEALTH SCIENCES
The College of Science offers specialized programs for students who wish
to pursue careers in health-related
fields. They provide excellent academic
preparation for students who plan to
enter medical, pharmacy, veterinary, or
dental school, and for those choosing
careers in nursing, clinical laboratory science, occupational therapy, optometry,
physical therapy, physician assistant, and
podiatry.
Pre-medical students are encouraged to choose a major in an academic
department. Majors in biochemistry/biophysics, biology, chemistry, and microbiology include all the courses required by
most medical schools. The program
for nursing leads to a bachelor’s degree obtained at the professional school
(for example, the Oregon Health and
Science University). Some of the preprofessional programs allow a student to
enter the professional school after three
years at OSU and still receive a bachelor’s
degree from OSU upon completion of
the first year at the professional school.
GENERAL SCIENCE
(BS, CRED, HBS)
First Year
CH 121, CH 122, CH 123. General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
or CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
Approved mathematical science (12)
(See the mathematics requirements listed
for each option. Some may require more
than 12 credits of mathematics, computer science and statistics courses.)
Fitness (3)
Baccalaureate core courses and/or electives
(12)
Writing I (3)
Sophomore Year
General biology (12)
General physics or physical science (12–15)
Baccalaureate core courses and/or electives
(15–18)
Writing II (3)
Junior and Senior Years
History of Science (HSTS) courses (6)
Option and/or baccalaureate core courses
and/or electives (75)3
Synthesis (6)
Writing III (3)
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Courses may be taken from departments
outside of the College of Science;
however, students must take a minimum
of 24 credits of upper-division science
from departments in the College of
Science.
PRE-CLINICAL LABORATORY
SCIENCE OPTION
Miranda Smith, Chief Advisor
Clinical laboratory scientists (also known
as medical technologists) perform routine and highly specialized diagnostic
procedures in clinical laboratories. They
must be certified by the American Society
of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or the
National Certification Agency (NCA).
Certification requires 12 to 15 months
of training at an accredited professional
school of clinical laboratory science.
Oregon currently has one such school
jointly administered by the Oregon
Health and Science University (OHSU)
and Oregon Institute of Technology
(OIT); Washington and California have
several; and other schools are located
throughout the U.S. Most clinical laboratory science schools require a bachelor
of science degree for admission to their
educational program; however, some
schools (notably OHSU) accept students
who have had three years of appropriate
college work.
The curriculum in the OSU pre-clinical
laboratory science program was developed in cooperation with nearby clinical
laboratory science schools, and OSU
students have shown a high success rate
in these schools. Most pre-clinical laboratory science students complete the BS
degree in a field closely related to clinical
laboratory science, such as microbiology, biochemistry, biology, zoology, or
general science and then attend clinical
laboratory science school (4+1 program).
Students who successfully complete an
accredited clinical laboratory science
program after three years of college work
(3+1 program) can qualify for a BS degree
in General Science, pre-clinical laboratory science, if all OSU requirements,
including the University Baccalaureate
Core, have been met.
First Year (45)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
CH 121, CH 122, CH 123. General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
or CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
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HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(various activities) (1)
MB 110. Orientation to Microbiology (1)
MTH 111. *College Algebra (4)
MTH 112. *Elementary Functions (4)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Baccalaureate core courses (3)
Sophomore Year (45)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
CH 331, CH 332, CH 337. Organic
Chemistry and Lab (4,4,4)
MB 302, MB 303. General Microbiology and
Lab (3,2)
PHAR 210. Terminology of the Health
Sciences (2)
Take 4 credits of Statistics:
Either ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3)
and ST 209. Principles of Hypothesis
Testing (1)
or ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3) and
ST 211. Intro to Hypothesis Testing (1)
or just ST 351. Intro to Statistical
Methods (4)
WR II. *English Composition (3)
Baccalaureate core courses (12)
Electives (3)
Junior Year (45)
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry (4,3)
MB 310. Genetics & Molecular Biology (3)
MB 311. ^Critical Writing &
Experimentation (3)
MB 416 Medical Immunology (3)
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
WR III. English Composition or Speech
Communications (3)
Contemporary Global Issues (e.g., MB 390.
*The World According to Microbes) (3)
Science, Technology, and Society (3)
Electives (5)
Senior Year (45)
Completion of a one-year clinical
laboratory science program or
Z 331, Z 332, Z 333. Human Anatomy and
Physiology (3,3,3)
and Z 341, Z 342, Z 343. Human Anatomy
and Physiology Lab (2,2,2)
Plus additional electives to total 60 upperdivision credits.
Electives (30)
Total=180
PRE-DENTISTRY OPTION
Chere Pereira, Chief Advisor
The College of Science offers a pre-dental
curriculum leading to a bachelor’s degree
in general science that satisfies the requirements for admission to most dental
schools. Some dental schools accept a
few students after they complete three
years of undergraduate work, although
this is rare. Such students would qualify
for a bachelor’s degree in general science
from OSU after one year of dental school.
Students may wish to declare another
major, such as biology, microbiology, or
zoology, to gain a broader background
should plans to enter dental school
change. In this case, students should
consult with a departmental advisor
as soon as feasible and select electives
that will satisfy the requirements in the
chosen major.
Admission to dental school is competitive; students are selected on the basis
of grades, DAT scores, dental experience,
and apparent motivation for dentistry. A
member of the pre-dental committee is
assigned to each student as an advisor.
First Year (45)
BI 107. Health Professions: Dental (1)
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
or MTH 268. Mathematical Ideas in
Biology (4)
or ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3)
and ST 211. Intro to Hypothesis
Testing (1)
or ST 351. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives (18)
Sophomore Year (45–46)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
CH 331, CH 332, CH 337. Organic
Chemistry (4,4,4)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives (17–18)
Additional math, computer science, or
statistics courses (4)
Junior Year (42–48)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry (4,3)
or BB 350. Elementary Biochemistry (4)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
Choose 3 credits of WIC from the
following:
HSTS 415. ^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 417. ^History of Medicine (3)
HSTS 425. ^History of the Life Sciences (3)
Z 331, Z 332, Z 333. Human Anatomy and
Physiology (3,3,3)
Z 341, Z 342, Z 343. Human Anatomy and
Physiology Labs (2,2,2)
Electives (12–15)
Senior Year (45)
BI 460. Cell Biology (3)
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
Z 425. Embryology and Development (5)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives (22)
Graduation in general science/predentistry requires a total of 40 credits of
upper-division courses in science.
PRE-EDUCATION OPTION
Jessica Cardinal, Chief Advisor
The General Science, pre-education
option, is designed to prepare students
interested in teaching elementary or
middle school science to enter teacher
licensure programs. The Department
of Science and Math Education offers a
master’s degree with teacher certification
while the College of Education offers
a concurrent bachelor’s degree with
teacher certification.
Other pre-education options are offered in the College of Science through
the Departments of Biology, Botany,
Chemistry, Environmental Sciences,
Mathematics, and Physics. Students
wishing to teach at the secondary school
level are encouraged to major in their
subject area with a pre-education option.
It is important to work with an advisor
to ensure that all requirements to enter a
teacher licensure program are met. Experience in a classroom is required for entry
into most teacher education programs.
First Year (45)
CH 121. General Chemistry (5)
CH 122, CH 123. *General Chemistry (5,5)
or CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
GEO 105. *Geography of the Non-Western
World (3)
or GEO 325. *Geography of Africa (3)
or GEO 327. *Geography of Asia (3)
or GEO 328. *Geography of Latin America
(3)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(various activities) (1)
MTH 111. *College Algebra (4)
MTH 211, MTH 212. *Foundations
Elementary Mathematics (4,4)
PSY 201, PSY 202. *General Psychology (3,3)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Literature and Arts—Choose one
course from Baccalaureate Core
Literature and Arts category.
Recommended:
ART 101.*Introduction to the Visual Arts (4)
ENG 106. *Introduction to Literature:
Poetry (3)
TA 147. *Introduction to the Theatre (3)
Sophomore Year (45)
BI 101, BI 102, BI 103. *General Biology (4,4,4)
or BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *General
Biology (4,4,4)
CS 101. Computers: Applications and
Implications (4)(Recommended)
MTH 390. Foundations Elementary
Mathematics (4)
SED 407. Seminar: Science/Math Pre-Ed
Orientation (2) (Required)
WR II. *English Composition (3)
WR III. *English Composition or Speech
Communication (3)
Practicum Experience. (Choose
6 credits minimum from the
following):
SED 309. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3)
SED 409. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3)
SED 406. Projects (1–16)
Earth Science. (Choose 8 credits from
the following):
GEO 101. *The Solid Earth (4)
GEO 102. *The Surface of the Earth (4)
GEO 103. *Exploring the Deep: Geography
of the World’s Oceans (4)
GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
GEO 203. *Evolution of Planet Earth (4)
Electives (7)
College of Science
Junior Year (45)
History (Choose one course from
each group for a total of 6 credits)
HST 101, HST 102, or HST 103. *History of
Western Civilization (3)
HST 201, HST 202, or HST 203. *History of
the U.S. (3)
Physics or physical sciences, choose
from below (11–15):
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
or PH 211, PH 212, PH 213. *General
Physics with Calculus (4,4,4)
or ATS 210. Intro to the Atmospheric
Sciences (3)
or PH 104. *Descriptive Astronomy (4)
or PH 106. *Perspectives in Physics (4)
Human Development (Choose 2–3
credits from the following)
HDFS 313. Adolescent Development (3)
or TCE 253. Learning Across the
Lifespan (3)
or TCE 412. Learning Styles and Needs
in Adolescence (2)
Education (Choose a minimum of
11 credits in SED or TCE from the
recommended list below)
SED 412. Technology Foundations for
Teaching Math and Science (3)
SED 413. Science Materials and
Laboratories (3)
or SED 414. Mathematics Materials and
Laboratories (3)
TCE 216. Purpose, Structure, and Function
of Education in a Democracy (3)
TCE 219. Muticultural Issues in
Educational Settings (2)
Contemporary Global Issues (3)
Electives (8–11)
Senior Year (45)
Must consist of at least 30 credits of
upper-division science courses (including
3 credits of history of science) that are
pre-approved by the head advisor in the
College of Science.
Choose 3 credits of WIC from the
following:
HSTS 415. ^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 419. ^Studies in Scientific
Controversy: Method and Practice of (3)
HSTS 422. ^Historical Studies of Science
and Politics (3)
HSTS 425. ^History of the Life Sciences (3)
No more than 6 credits of unstructured
courses numbered 401, 403, 405, 407, and
410 may be included in the major option.
Electives (15)
A foreign language, especially
Spanish, is recommended.
PRE-MEDICINE OPTION
Chere Pereira, Chief Advisor
Premedical Program
Students can apply to medical school
with any major, including non-science
areas, as long as they take the required
courses listed by the school to which
they apply. Medical schools have indicated a preference for a departmental
major that is pursued in depth; therefore
the General Science degree is now rarely
used. Since the basic entrance requirements include a year each of biology,
general chemistry, organic chemistry,
and physics, this course work can easily
be incorporated into many majors. The
most commonly used science majors
are biology, biochemistry/biophysics,
chemistry, microbiology and zoology.
The book, Medical School Admission
Requirements, published by the Association of American Medical Colleges, lists
specific entrance requirements for each
MD school. The American Association of
Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine lists requirements for osteopathic (DO) schools.
Admission to medical schools is very
competitive. Students are chosen according to grades, MCAT scores, medical
experience, and apparent motivation for
medicine. A member of the premedical
committee is assigned to each student as
an advisor. A list of advisors is available
in the College of Science office.
The following curriculum is often used
by students pursuing naturopathic or
chiropractic training.
First Year (45)
BB 100. The Molecules of Life (2)
BI 109. Health Professions: Medical (1)
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
English (any ENG course) (3)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives (13)
Sophomore Year (45–47)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
CH 331, CH 332, CH 337. Organic
Chemistry (4,4,4)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives (14)
Social science course (3)
Junior Year (44–46)
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry (4,3)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
CH 324. Quantitative Chemistry (4)
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3)
or ST 351. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
English (any ENG course) (3)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives (5–6)
Choose 3 credits of WIC from the
following:
HSTS 415. ^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 417. ^History of Medicine (3)
HSTS 419. ^Studies in Scientific
Controversy: Method and Practice of (3)
HSTS 422. ^Historical Studies of Science
and Politics (3)
HSTS 425. ^History of the Life Sciences (3)
Senior Year (45)
BI 460. Cell Biology (3)
Z 425. Embryology and Development (5)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives (35)
Students should plan their senior year
in consultation with a premedical advi-
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sor. Graduation in general science/premedicine requires a total of 45 credits of
upper-division courses in science.
PRE-NURSING EDUCATION
OPTION (PRE-PROFESSIONAL,
NONDEGREE PROGRAM)
Miranda Smith, Chief Advisor
The College of Science offers a preparatory curriculum designed to meet the
general requirements for admission to a
baccalaureate degree nursing program.
Two years of pre-nursing followed by two
or three years of professional training at
a school of nursing lead to a Bachelor
of Science in Nursing degree (BSN). Satisfactory completion of the pre-nursing
requirements does not guarantee admission to a BSN program, since applicants
are accepted on a competitive basis.
BSN programs in the state of Oregon
are offered by the Oregon Consortium of
Nursing Education (OCNE). Participating campuses include Oregon Health
and Science University (OHSU) School of
Nursing in Portland, which also administers the BSN programs at Eastern Oregon
University (EOU) in LaGrande, Southern
Oregon University (SOU) in Ashland,
Western Oregon University (WOU) in
Monmouth, and Oregon Institute of
Technology (OIT) in Klamath Falls. The
BSN can also be earned on the campuses
of seven Oregon community colleges
who are OCNE participants. Private
schools offering the BSN include the
University of Portland School of Nursing,
Linfield-Good Samaritan School of Nursing, Walla Walla College School of Nursing in Portland, George Fox University
and Concordia University. Application
for admission to these schools is usually
made in the sophomore year.
OHSU and Linfield offer accelerated BSN programs for students who
already hold a BA or BS degree and have
completed certain prerequisite courses;
application is made after the bachelor’s
degree is conferred.
Associate degrees in nursing (ADN)
are offered by community colleges in
Oregon. Nurses with associate degrees are
qualified to provide direct patient care.
To become a Registered Nurse, both BSN
and ADN graduates must pass a licensing
examination administered by the State
Board of Nursing.
Nursing Curriculum
The program for nursing leads to a bachelor’s degree obtained at a professional
school such as Oregon Health and Science University. The courses listed below
are recommended to fulfill the general
requirements for admission to a BSN program. However, requirements vary from
school to school, so students planning a
program must check the specific requirements of the BSN programs to which
they plan to transfer.
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Nursing Core, First Year
ANTH 110. *Intro to Cultural Anthropology
(3)
or ANTH 210. *Comparative Cultures (3)
CH 121. General Chemistry (5)4
or CH 221. *General Chemistry (5,5,5)4
CH 122. *General Chemistry (5)
or CH 222. *General Chemistry (5,5,5)
CH 123. *General Chemistry (5)
or CH 130. General Chemistry of Living
Systems (4)
or CH 223. *General Chemistry (5,5,5)
MTH 095. Intermediate Algebra (3)4
or MTH 111. *College Algebra (4)4
NFM 225. Human Nutrition (3)
or NFM 240. Human Nutrition (3)
and NFM 241. Applications in Human
Nutrition (1)
PSY 201, PSY 202. *General Psychology (3,3)
SOC 204. *Intro to Sociology (3)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
WR 222. *English Composition (3)
English literature course (3)
Nursing Core, Second Year
MB 230. *Introductory Microbiology (4)
PSY 350. Human Lifespan Development (3)
ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3)
Z 331, Z 332, Z 333. Anatomy and
Physiology (3,3,3)
Z 341, Z 342, Z 343. Anatomy and
Physiology Lab (2,2,2)
Nursing Electives,
BSN-Program Specific
Pre-Nursing students may take some of
the classes listed below. Not all classes
apply to each BSN program. Students
should contact their advisor with
questions.
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness (2)
PE Activity Courses (2)
Humanities: various courses (16–18)5
WR 323. *English Composition (3)
Footnotes:
* Baccalaureate Core Course
4
Not all BSN programs require chemistry
or math, and required courses may vary.
Students should contact their advisor
with questions.
5
Students take the courses required by the
BSN program selected for future transfer.
PRE-OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
OPTION (PRE-PROFESSIONAL,
NONDEGREE PROGRAM)
Ariella Wolf, Chief Advisor
Occupational therapy uses meaningful
activity to help people of all ages prevent, lessen, or overcome disabilities. Occupational therapists work in hospitals,
schools, and mental health and community agencies.
The College of Science offers a pre-professional program designed to meet the
requirements for admission to bachelor’s
degree programs around the country. For
programs at the bachelor’s degree level,
students must meet both pre-professional
requirements and general education
requirements at the school to which
admission is desired. Therefore, students
are urged to check the prerequisite
courses at each school carefully and to
work closely with admissions officers to
see that these requirements are fulfilled.
With an additional year of study,
students in the pre-occupational therapy
curriculum can complete a bachelor’s degree in psychology at OSU and apply to
master’s level programs in occupational
therapy. This is the preferred option for
most OSU students.
Satisfactory completion of the OSU
course work facilitates, but does not
guarantee, admission to a school of occupational therapy, since applicants are
selected on a competitive basis.
First Year (44–46 credits)
ANTH 110. *Intro to Cultural Anthropology
(3)
BI 101 and BI 102 or BI 103. *General
Biology (4,4)
COMM 111. *Public Speaking (3)
EXSS 132. Intro to Allied Health Sciences (1)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(various activities) (1)
MTH 111. *College Algebra (4)
PH 106. *Perspectives in Physics (4)
or PH 201. *General Physics (5)
PSY 201, PSY 202. *General Psychology (6)
SOC 204. *Intro to Sociology (3)
SOC 206. *Social Problems and Issues (3)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Applied art and/or humanities (3)6
Sophomore Year (45 credits)
PHAR 210. Terminology of the Health
Sciences (2)
PSY 350. Human Life Span Development (3)
PSY 360. Social Psychology (3)
ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3)
ST 211. Intro to Hypothesis Testing (1)
WR 222. *English Composition (3)
Z 331, Z 332, Z 333. Human Anatomy and
Physiology (3,3,3)
Z 341, Z 342, Z 343. Human Anatomy and
Physiology Lab (2,2,2)
Applied art and/or humanities (8)6
Physical Activity Courses (PAC) (3)
Junior Year (45 credits)
EXSS 343. Pre-therapy Practicum (2)7
PSY 301. Research Methods in Psychology (4)
PSY 330. Brain and Behavior (3)
or PSY 340. Cognition (3)
PSY 381. Abnormal Psychology (3)
ST 352. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
WR 323. *English Composition (3)
Applied art and/or humanities (7)6
Cultural Diversity course (3)
Electives (13)
Non-Western Culture course (3)
Footnotes:
6
18 Credits of applied art (ceramics,
woodworking, etc.) and humanities are
required.
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Work experience with an occupational
therapist is strongly recommended.
PRE-OPTOMETRY OPTION
Ariella Wolf, Chief Advisor
To prepare for optometry, students need
three or four years of undergraduate
work in science, followed by four years
at an accredited college of optometry.
Completion of the professional program
leads to the degree of Doctor of Optometry. The curriculum described below
satisfies the entrance requirements of the
17 accredited optometry schools in the
United States. Applicants to optometry
schools are accepted on a competitive
basis and are occasionally admitted at
the end of their junior year of undergraduate residence. Pre-optometry majors
interested in working toward a biology or
zoology degree should see those majors.
First Year (45)
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(various activities) (1)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
PSY 201, PSY 202. *General Psychology (3,3)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Writing II course (3)
Electives (7)
Sophomore Year (46)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
CH 331, CH 332, CH 337. Organic
Chemistry and Lab (4,4,4)
ST 201, ST 202. Principles of Statistics (3,3)
Baccalaureate Core courses (9)
Writing III/Speech (3)
Junior Year (45–48)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
MB 302, MB 303. General Microbiology and
Lab (3,2)
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
or PH 211, PH 212, PH 213. *General
Physics with Calculus (5,5,5)
Z 331, Z 332, Z 333. Human Anatomy and
Physiology (3,3,3)
and Z 341, Z 342, Z 343. Human Anatomy
and Physiology Lab (2,2,2)
or Z 430. Principles of Physiology (4)
and Z 431, Z 432. Vertebrate Physiology
(4,4)
and Z 341, Z 342, Z 343. Human Anatomy
and Physiology Lab (2,2,2)
WR 327. *Technical Writing (3)
Contemporary Global Issues (3)
Senior Year (41–44)
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry (4,3)
Electives (32–43)
Upper-division science electives (1–9)
Choose 3 credits of WIC from the
following:
HSTS 415. ^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 417. ^History of Medicine (3)
HSTS 419. ^Studies in Scientific
Controversy: Method and Practice of (3)
HSTS 422. ^Historical Studies of Science
and Politics (3)
College of Science
HSTS 425. ^History of the Life Sciences (3)
Students who undertake a four-year
program should plan their senior year
in consultation with their advisor. Two
study plans are available:
1. A departmental major may be
completed in any department of the
College of Science.
2. Students without a departmental
major may earn a bachelor’s degree
in general science; a total of 41
credits of approved upper-division
courses in science are required.
Recommended electives:
BB 331. *Intro to Molecular Biology (3)
BI 460, BI 461. Cell Biology (3,2)
BI 370. Ecology (3)
CH 324. Quantitative Analysis (4)
CH 440, CH 441, CH 442. Physical
Chemistry (3,3,3)
HSTS 411, HSTS 412, HSTS 413. *History of
Science (3,3,3)
MB 416, MB 417. Immunology,
Immunology Lab (3,2)
MB 430. Pathogenic Microbiology (3)
MB 434, MB 435. Virology and Lab (3,2)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
MTH 256. Applied Differential Equations (4)
PH 332. *Light, Vision, and Color (3)
PSY 330. Brain and Behavior (3)
PSY 432. Physiological Psychology (3)
PSY 442. Perception (3)
Z 425. Embryology and Development (5)
Z 431, Z 432. Vertebrate Physiology (4,4)
Z 436. Animal Physiology Lab (2)
PRE-PHARMACY OPTION
Pre-pharmacy Advising,
541-737-3424; 203 Pharmacy
Building
The College of Science offers a General
Science degree with a pre-pharmacy
option for those students who desire to
meet the requirements to enter OSU’s
four-year Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
professional program. A bachelor’s degree
is not required for admission to the
PharmD program. However, students
must earn a bachelor’s degree before entering the third professional year. The advising for this program is done through
the College of Pharmacy in Pharmacy
210. When a student is within three
terms of graduating, he or she should
apply for graduation through the Office
of the Registrar. The graduation audit
will be checked by the College of Science
head advisor in Kidder 128.
Satisfactory completion of the OSU
course work facilitates, but does not
guarantee, admission to the PharmD
program, since individual applicants are
selected on a competitive basis.
my and Physiology Lab (2,2,2)
First Year
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
MTH 111. *College Algebra (4)
or MTH 112. *Elementary Functions (4)
MTH 241. *Calculus for Management and
Social Science (4)
or MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
PHAR 201. Pharmacy Orientation (2)
Recommended
PSY 201. *General Psychology (3)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Fitness (3)
Baccalaureate Core courses and/or electives
(11)
Second Year
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
CH 331, CH 332. Organic Chemistry, Lab (4,4)
CH 337. Organic Chemistry, Lab (4)
COMM 218. *Interpersonal
Communication (3)
or COMM 114. *Argument and Critical
Discourse (3)
ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3)
Additional math, statistics, or computer
science to total 12 credits.
Writing II (3)
Baccalaureate Core courses and/or electives
(12)
Third Year
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
MB 302. General Microbiology (3)
MB 303. General Microbiology Lab (2)
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
PHAR 210. Medical Terminology (2)
Recommended
Z 430. Principles of Physiology (4)
Z 431, Z 432. Vertebrate Physiology (4,4)
Baccalaureate Core courses and/or electives
(7)
Fourth Year
Contemporary Global Issues (recommend
H 312. *Aids and STDs in Modern Society)
(3)
Science, Technology, and Society
(recommend PHAR 321. *Science and
Culture of Cosmetics) (3)
Choose one WIC course from the
following:
HSTS 415. ^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 417. ^History of Medicine (3)
HSTS 419. ^Studies in Scientific
Controversy: Method and Practice of (3)
HSTS 422. ^Historical Studies of Science
and Politics (3)
HSTS 425. ^History of the Life Sciences (3)
PHAR 432. ^Writing in the Pharmaceutical
Sciences (2)
PHAR 729. ^Information Science (3)
Additional courses from upper-division
science or first-year professional pharmacy courses to total 36 credits of upperdivision science. A total of 180 credits
with 60 upper-division credits (courses
numbered 300 and above) are required to
graduate.
Additional courses required for
entry into OSU’s PharmD program:
Certification in Basic First Aid/CPR
ECON 201. *Intro to Microeconomics (4)
or ECON 202. *Intro to Macroeconomics (4)
or AREC 250. *Intro to Environmental
Economics and Policy (3)
505
Z 441, Z 442, Z 443. Advanced Human
Anatomy and Physiology Lab (2,2,2)
PRE-PHYSICAL
THERAPY OPTION
Ariella Wolf, Chief Advisor
The College of Science offers a preparatory program designed to meet the general
requirements for admission to physical
therapy schools.
Satisfactory completion of the OSU
course work facilitates, but does not guarantee, admission to a school of physical
therapy, since individual applicants are
selected on a competitive basis. Students
who complete the four-year pre-physical
therapy program earn a BS in General
Science degree. In some cases, a student
may substitute up to 48 credits of the
first year of physical therapy school for
the senior year to complete a Bachelor of
Science in General Science degree from
OSU.
First Year (45)
CH 121, CH 122, CH 123. General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
or CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
EXSS 132. Intro to Allied Health Sciences (1)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(various activities) (1)
PSY 201, PSY 202. *General Psychology (3,3)
SOC 204. *General Sociology (3)
or SOC 206. *Social Problems and Issues (3)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Mathematics at least through MTH 112,
*Elementary Functions (4)
Baccalaureate core courses and/or electives
(5)
Sophomore Year (45)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
CH 331, CH 332, CH 337. Organic
Chemistry and Lab (4,4,4)
ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3)
WR 222. *English Composition (3)
Baccalaureate core courses and/or electives
(11)
Junior Year (45)
EXSS 322. Anatomical Kinesiology (4)
EXSS 323. Biomechanics of Sport and
Exercise (4)
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
PSY 350. Human Lifespan Development (3)
WR 323. *English Composition (3)
Z 331, Z 332, Z 333. Human Anatomy and
Physiology (3,3,3)
Z 341, Z 342, Z 343. Human Anatomy and
Physiology Lab (2,2,2)
Baccalaureate core courses and/or electives (1)
Senior Year (45 )
BI 311. Genetics (4)
EXSS 324. Physiology of Exercise (4)
EXSS 411. Movement Skill Learning and
Control (3)
H 312. *AIDS and Sexually Trans. Disease in
Modern Society (3)
506
Oregon State University
H 320. Intro to Human Disease (3)
MB 302. General Microbiology (3)
PSY 381. Abnormal Psychology (3)
Baccalaureate core courses and/or electives
(19)
Choose 3 credits of WIC from the
following:
HSTS 415. ^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 417. ^History of Medicine (3)
HSTS 419. ^Studies in Scientific
Controversy: Method and Practice of (3)
HSTS 422. ^Historical Studies of Science
and Politics (3)
HSTS 425. ^History of the Life Sciences (3)
Total=180
PRE-PHYSICIAN
ASSISTANT OPTION
Ariella Wolf, Chief Advisor
Physician assistants are highly trained
members of the health care team who
practice medicine with the supervision
of a licensed physician. This curriculum
is designed to meet the requirements
for physician assistant study at Oregon
Health and Science University (OHSU)
or Pacific University. Students who
complete the four-year program at OSU
earn the BS in General Science degree
with a Pre-Physician Assistant option.
Entrance to PA programs is competitive
and experience in a health care setting is
required. Students are urged to carefully
check the prerequisites at PA schools of
interest and to work closely with admissions officers to see that all requirements
have been met.
First Year (45)
EXSS 132. Intro to Allied Health Sciences (1)
CH 121, CH 122, CH 123. General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
or CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(various activities) (1)
PSY 201, PSY 202. *General Psychology (3,3)
SOC 204. *General Sociology (3)
or SOC 206. *Social Problems and Issues (3)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Mathematics at least through MTH 112.
*Elementary Functions (4)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives (5)
Sophomore Year (45)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
CH 331, CH 332, CH 337. Organic
Chemistry and Lab (4,4,4)
PHAR 210. Terminology of the Health
Sciences (2)
ST 201, ST 202. Principles of Statistics (3,3)
WR II. *English Composition (3)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives (10)
Junior Year (45)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
H 320. Intro to Human Disease (3)
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
PSY 350. Human Lifespan Development (3)
PSY 381. Abnormal Psychology (3)
WR III. English Composition or Speech
Communications (3)
Z 331, Z 332, Z 333. Human Anatomy and
Physiology (3,3,3)
Z 341, Z 342, Z 343. Human Anatomy and
Physiology Lab (2,2,2)
Senior Year (45)
Approved upper-division science,
psychology or health (9)
BB 350. Elementary Biochemistry (4)
or BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry
(4,3)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
Contemporary Global Issues (e.g., H 312.
*AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
in Modern Society) (3)
MB 302, MB 303. General Microbiology and
Lab (3,2)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives
(14–17)
Choose 3 credits of WIC from the
following:
HSTS 415. ^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 417. ^History of Medicine (3)
HSTS 419. ^Studies in Scientific
Controversy: Method and Practice of (3)
HSTS 422. ^Historical Studies of Science
and Politics (3)
HSTS 425. ^History of the Life Sciences (3)
Total=180
PRE-PODIATRY OPTION
Chere Pereira, Chief Advisor
Podiatry is a growing and challenging
health profession that focuses on the
care of the human foot and leg. Podiatrists prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases and disorders of the foot through
both medical and surgical methods.
Students wishing to become podiatrists attend a four-year postbaccalaureate
training program leading to a Doctor of
Podiatric Medicine (DPM) at one of eight
schools of podiatric medicine in the
United States. These schools are located
in Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois,
Iowa, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
To practice in Oregon, a DPM must also
take the qualifying examination administered by the State Board of Podiatric
Examiners.
Before entering a school of podiatric
medicine, students must first complete
four years of undergraduate study and
fulfill entrance requirements to the
school of their choice (note that most
podiatry schools require 3 quarters of
English/writing). Students who enroll in
pre-podiatry will receive a BS in General
Science upon completion of the curriculum shown below. The preparatory
program at OSU will satisfy requirements
for entrance to most podiatry schools.
First Year
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
Math Sciences at least through MTH 112,
*Elementary Functions, (8)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives (19)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Sophomore Year
CH 331, CH 332, CH 337. Organic
Chemistry and Lab (4,4,4)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
ST 201, ST 202. Principles of Statistics (3,3)
or ST 351, ST 352. Intro to Statistical
Methods (4,4)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives
(13–15)
Junior Year
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry and
Lab (4,3)
or BB 350. Elementary Biochemistry (4)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives (12)
Choose 3 credits of WIC from the
following:
HSTS 415. ^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 417. ^History of Medicine (3)
HSTS 419. ^Studies in Scientific
Controversy: Method and Practice of (3)
HSTS 422. ^Historical Studies of Science
and Politics (3)
HSTS 425. ^History of the Life Sciences (3)
Senior Year
Courses should be planned in consultation with student’s advisor; graduation
in general science/pre-podiatry requires
a total of 36 credits of upper-division
science, to include at least two courses
in anatomy, physiology, histology, or
embryology.
PRE-VETERINARY
MEDICINE OPTION
Lynne Houck, Chief Advisor
The College of Science offers a pre-professional program for students who wish
to pursue careers in veterinary medicine.
This program, especially tailored to
the Oregon State University College of
Veterinary Medicine, also meets admission requirements for most schools of
veterinary medicine in the country.
Pre-veterinary students may select a
major in general science or any other
discipline while completing the admission requirements for veterinary school.
Scientific disciplines such as biology,
microbiology, or zoology are most frequently chosen, but areas outside of science also are acceptable. A student who
is accepted into a veterinary school after
three years of pre-professional work, can
apply up to 48 credits of the first year of
professional study toward completion of
a bachelor’s degree in biology, general
science, or zoology from OSU.
Admission to schools of veterinary
medicine is competitive, and completion of the pre-veterinary requirements
facilitates but does not guarantee acceptance. Admission committees look for
College of Science
a combination of academic ability and
personal characteristics. Academic ability
includes both the grades received in college courses and test scores. Additional
information regarding application and
professional education may be found in
the veterinary medicine section of this
catalog.
All science courses required for veterinary school admission must be taken
for a letter grade. The following courses
are required for a degree in general science with an option in preveterinary
medicine.
First Year
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
CH 121, CH 122, CH 123. General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
or CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
MTH 251, *Differential Calculus (4)
VMB 110. Preveterinary Medicine (1)
(Recommended)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Baccalaureate core courses and electives (6)
Sophomore Year
ANS 121. *Intro to Animal Science (4)
(Recommended)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
CH 331, CH 332, CH 337. Organic
Chemistry and Lab (4,4,4)
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
Take 4 credits of Statistics:
Either ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3)
and ST 209. Principles of Hypothesis
Testing (1)
or ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3) and
ST 211. Intro to Hypothesis Testing (1)
or just ST 351. Intro to Statistical
Methods (4)
Additional math, computer science or
statistics (4)
Writing/Speech (6)
Junior/Senior Year
ANS 311. Principles of Animal Nutrition (3)
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry (4,3)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
One of the following courses in
animal or human physiology (3–4):
Z 331. Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)
Z 430. Principles of Physiology (4)
Z 431. Vertebrate Physiology (4)
A minimum of at least 6 additional
credits of upper-division biological science courses with at least one laboratory.
Recommended courses include:
additional biochemistry, additional
physiology and/or anatomy, animal reproduction, cell biology, cell physiology,
epidemiology, histology, immunology,
microbiology, parasitology, or virology
(does not include Z 410) (6).
Choose 3 credits of WIC from the
following:
HSTS 415. ^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
HSTS 417. ^History of Medicine (3)
HSTS 419. ^Studies in Scientific
Controversy: Method and Practice of (3)
HSTS 422. ^Historical Studies of Science
and Politics (3)
HSTS 425. ^History of the Life Sciences (3)
•
Additional courses to total a
minimum of 38 credits in upperdivision science courses from the
College of Science.
• Baccalaureate core courses and
electives (61–64)
• Experience with animals, such as
Z 410, Occupational Internship
(1–16), is highly recommended.
A bachelor’s degree is no longer required to obtain the DVM from Oregon
State University’s College of Veterinary
Medicine. See the College of Veterinary
Medicine for the general education prerequisites if the applicant will not have a
bachelor’s degree upon entering veterinary school.
COURSES
GS 199. SPECIAL STUDIES (1-16).
GS 401. RESEARCH (1-16).
GS 403. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
GS 405. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
GS 407. SEMINAR (1-16). One-credit sections.
Graded P/N.
GS 410. SCIENCE INTERNSHIP (1-12).
Supervised scientific work experience at selected
cooperating institutions, agencies, laboratories,
or companies. Graded P/N. PREREQS: Upperdivision standing in appropriate major.
GEOSCIENCES
Roger Nielsen, Chair
104 Wilkinson Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-5506
541-737-1201
E-mail: geo-off@geo.oregonstate.edu
Website: http://www.geo.oregonstate.edu/
FACULTY
Professors Bloomer, Clark, Dilles,
Grunder, Jones, Kimerling, Lillie, Nielsen,
Wolf, Wright
Associate Professors Becker, Brook,
Doel, Haggerty, Kent, Lancaster, Meigs,
Nolin
Assistant Professor Gosnell
Instructor L. Becker, Cook, Kahn
Program Coordinator Yalcin
COURTESY AND
RESEARCH FACULTY
Daly, Glasmann, Good, Grant, Holdren,
Hostetler, Santelmann, Swanson, White,
Woods
EMERITI
Field, Frenkel, Jackson, Lawrence,
Matzke, Morris, Muckleston, Niem,
Nolan, Oles, Pease, Rosenfeld,
Taubeneck, Taylor, Yeats
Undergraduate Majors
Earth Science (BS)
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Options
Applied Earth Science
Earth System Science
Earth Science Education
Public Interpretation
Geography (BA, BS)
Options
Climate and Water Science (BS only)
Geographic Hazards and Sustainable
Communities (BA, BS)
International Development, Peace and
Safety (BA, BS)
Geology (BA, BS)
Minors
Geography:
Environmental Geosciences
Regional Studies
Resource Geography and Rural
Planning
Geology
Graduate Majors
Geography (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Geographic Information Science
Physical Geography
Resource Geography
Geology (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Glacial Geology
Geochemistry, Hydrogeology, Structural
Geology
Geomorphology
Geophysics
Igneous Petrology
Tectonics
Volcanology and Mineral Deposits
Graduate Minors
Ecosystem Informatics
Geography
Geology
Certificate
Geographic Information Science
(Undergraduate, Graduate,
Professional)
The Department of Geosciences offers
three undergraduate degree programs,
Earth Science, Geology, and Geography;
two graduate degree programs, Geography and Geology; and advises students
in the Geosciences options of the BS in
Natural Resource degree and the BS in
Environmental Science degree. The Geographic Information Science certificate is
available as an undergraduate, graduate,
and professional certificate. For further
information on the professional certificate in GIS, see the GIS Website at http://
www.geo.oregonstate.edu/gcert/.
The Geography Program emphasizes
the Earth’s land surfaces and people’s
interaction with the Earth. Geology is
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concerned with the internal and external
processes of the Earth over time. These
two programs merge in broad areas relating to surficial processes, remote sensing,
earth resources, and the application of
computers to natural and man-made
phenomena. The Earth Science BS offers
a general program of study across the
earth sciences, including geology, geography, soil, hydrologic, ocean and atmospheric sciences. The department offers
a minor in environmental geosciences
appropriate for students in the interdisciplinary environmental science major
who want a strong earth science element
in their program. The department also
has a strong international commitment
that includes the study of the global
environment.
GEOGRAPHY PROGRAM
Larry Becker, Director
A. Jon Kimerling, Head Advisor
Geography is the study of human use
and interaction with the earth and the
identification of spatial and temporal
variation in natural and human processes. Geography uses principles of
mathematics, social science, and natural
science to analyze and interpret change
in the environment. Many geographic
studies require a combination of field,
laboratory and computational work. Geography plays an important role in urban
and land use planning, resource evaluation, environmental analysis, education
and cartography.
Majors in geography develop a background in regional geography, resource
geography, geographic information
science, and physical geography and in
statistics and disciplines related to geography like geology, forestry, and anthropology. The department has strengths in
the broad areas of resource and physical
geography as well as geographic information science. Course offerings combined
with excellent facilities and supportive
electives allow students to develop particular interests such as resource management, environmental analysis, land use
planning and cartography/geographic
information systems/remote sensing.
Undergraduate
Degree Programs
The Geography Program offers Bachelor
of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees in
geography.
The Bachelor of Science degree
program in geography is designed for
students seeking to acquire scientific and
technical depth in an undergraduate geography major. Outside of the geography
curriculum, students will develop their
mathematical, statistical, and computer
skills and meet the core curriculum of
the university. Students will become
acquainted with each of the aspects of
geography offered by the department,
but will place special emphasis on geographic information science, resource
geography and physical geography. This
degree program focuses on the scientific
and technical training of professional
geographers. It is an appropriate choice
for students preparing to enter a teacher
training program or to pursue graduate studies in geographic techniques,
resource use and land planning, physical
geography, or environmental science.
The Bachelor of Arts degree program is intended for students looking
for substantial breadth in an undergraduate geography major. In addition to the
geography curriculum, students will
work to develop their communication
skills, study a foreign language and satisfy the core curriculum of the university.
Students will become acquainted with
each of the aspects of geography offered
by the department, but will place special
emphasis on regional, cultural, and
resource geography. This degree program
is an appropriate choice for students
preparing to enter a teacher training
program with a social science emphasis,
management studies, military science, or
employment in the nontechnical areas of
professional geography, such as the tourist industry. It is well suited for students
preparing for graduate studies outside
the areas of physical geography and geographic information science.1
Students interested in geography can
also study in the department through
minors in environmental geosciences,
regional studies, resource geography, or
rural and resource planning and through
specializations in the Environmental
Science, Natural Resources, and General Science degree programs. Students
interested in these possibilities should
talk to the director or head advisor of the
program.
Preparation
Students interested in geography should
develop a sound background in basic
mathematics, introductory cultural
geography, and introductory physical
geology or physical geography as soon as
possible. Students planning to transfer
to OSU from a two-year program should
try to complete their work in statistics
and the equivalent of GEO 105, GEO 106,
GEO 201, and GEO 202 before they
begin their work in the department. High
school or transfer students interested
in the programs at OSU should contact
the director or head advisor as soon as
possible.
Advising
Every undergraduate major is assigned
an advisor from the Geography Program.
Each student should meet with their
advisor prior to registration each quarter.
The advisor assists in determining transfer course equivalency, in planning the
curriculum and can help develop minor
variations in the requirements for the degree. Those variations must, however, be
discussed with the advisor and approved
by the program early in the planning
process. The department offers a variety
of individual and group discussions to
help juniors and seniors plan for employment or graduate studies when they
complete their degree work.
Careers
Study in geography provides students
with the background necessary to pursue
a very diverse range of professions. The
skills of pattern analysis and recognition
developed in the study of geography find
application in both professional geography careers and in a variety of related
professions. Professional geographers
work in land use planning, environmental analysis, government research
groups, university research and teaching,
professional cartography, and geographic
information science for private, city, state
and federal agencies. It also provides an
excellent background for students interested in teaching at the secondary and
elementary levels, management, studies,
tourism, and public policy.
GRADUATE DEGREES
Graduate programs leading to the MS,
MA, and PhD degrees in geography are
available. Students specialize in resource
geography, physical geography, or
geographic techniques. There is a thesis
and a nonthesis option for the MS and
MA degrees. Geography can be a minor
program for an MAIS degree. Comprehensive written and oral examinations
must be passed before the student can
become a candidate for the PhD degree.
Independent research is required for the
PhD degree and the MS thesis degree.
GEOLOGY PROGRAM
Peter Clark, Director
Robert J. Lillie, Head Advisor
Geology is the study of the materials,
processes, and history of the solid earth
and its fluid envelopes. Geology is an integrative field, drawing on mathematics,
chemistry, physics and biology to understand the interactions of the lithosphere,
biosphere, atmosphere and hydrosphere.
Studies in geology commonly combine
observations and measurements from
field, laboratory, and computational
studies. Geology plays an important
role in decisions about resource use,
slope stability and the safety of building projects, natural hazards standards,
mineral exploration and extraction, the
basic workings of the earth, and the
understanding of the effects and rates of
natural and human-induced change in
the environment.
College of Science
UNDERGRADUATE
DEGREE PROGRAMS
The Geology Program offers Bachelor of
Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees in
geology.
The Bachelor of Science degree
program in geology provides essential
education for careers in energy resources
and mining companies, geotechnical
and environmental firms, state and
federal government agencies, and in
earth science research. The BS program
has the depth necessary for successful
graduate school entrance examinations
and breadth appropriate to a variety of
graduate-level specialties. Students are
advised to obtain an advanced degree
before pursuing a professional career.
The Bachelor of Arts degree
program is intended for students who
want a diverse, interdisciplinary education. The BA program is a good choice
for students interested in careers in science education or elementary education,
technical writing, journalism, law, anthropology, business, resource management, land-use planning, science policy,
environmental protection, philosophy of
science, or military science1.
Students interested in earth sciences can also study in the department
through minors in environmental geosciences, and geology, and through specializations in the Environmental Science,
Natural Resources, and General Science
degree programs. Students interested
in these possibilities should talk to the
director or head advisor of the program.
Preparation
Students interested in geology should
begin to develop a solid background in
mathematics, chemistry, and physics as
soon as possible. The minimum recommended background in those subjects
for an undergraduate degree is mathematics through integral calculus, one
year of college chemistry, and one year
of college physics, preferably calculus
based. Students planning to transfer to
OSU from a two-year program should
complete as much of the work in related
science as possible, and should complete at least one introductory geology
course. High school or transfer students
interested in the programs at OSU should
contact the director or head advisor as
soon as possible.
Advising
Every undergraduate major is assigned an
advisor from the Geology Program. Each
student should meet with their advisor
prior to registration each quarter. The advisor assists in planning the curriculum
and can help develop minor variations
in the requirements for the degree. Those
variations must, however, be discussed
with the advisor and approved by the
program early in the planning process.
The department offers a variety of
individual and group discussions to help
juniors and seniors plan for employment
or graduate studies when they complete
their degree work.
Careers
Study in geology provides students with
the background necessary to pursue a
variety of careers including resource exploration and extraction; environmental
assessment and remediation; research in
volcanology, earthquakes, hydrogeology
and diverse geologic disciplines; engineering geology; and resource planning
and study for governments at the local,
state and federal levels. A geology degree
is also an excellent background for students interested in environmental law,
earth science and environmental policy,
and secondary education in the physical
sciences.
GRADUATE DEGREES
Graduate programs leading to the MS,
MA, and PhD degrees in geology are
available. All degrees require independent research in igneous petrology-volcanology; mineral deposits-geochemistry;
Quaternary geology-geomorphology;
hydrogeology; or structural geologytectonics-geophysics. Most graduate research includes field study. An approved
field course of at least 9 quarter-credits
(or equivalent experience) is prerequisite
to candidacy for an advanced degree.
Dual majors can be arranged in some
areas; a minor in water resources is possible. The MS and MA degrees require a
thesis. Comprehensive written and oral
examinations must be passed before the
student can become a candidate for the
PhD degree.
STUDY ABROAD OPTION:1
The BA in Geology or BA in Geography and international co-degrees can be
obtained by participation in an overseas
study and exchange program for a quarter or one-year study abroad. Students
must take geology/geography, science,
and/or liberal arts courses overseas that
can be substituted with approval from
the chief undergraduate geology or geography advisor. Students would need to
fulfill international degree requirements
(i.e., 32 additional credits of course work,
including four courses from the baccalaureate core list, an overseas learning
experience, a mandatory 1-credit seminar
course Introduction to Thesis, a senior
thesis, and a senior-level equivalency in
a language). See the International Programs section of this catalog for details.
Footnote:
1
A list of approved courses is available
from the College of Science office; 15 of
these credits can also fulfill part of the
baccalaureate core requirements.
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EARTH SCIENCE (BS, CRED, HBS)
Stephen Lancaster, Head Advisor
Earth science is the study of all aspects
of our planet, including the solid earth
(soil and rock), water (fresh water and
marine), atmosphere, and their interactions with living systems. Each aspect
of the earth interacts with the others in
fascinating and important ways, and the
study of these interactions is increasingly
important to our society.
Earth scientists are needed as researchers to understand complex cycling of
chemicals such as carbon, nitrogen and
water. Earth scientists with broad knowledge of the earth are needed in education
to teach children about the world we live
in, and to motivate them in all of science
by using the most exciting and accessible of all laboratories—the outdoors.
Scientists are needed as interpreters in
national parks, museums, and other
places where the public learns about the
earth. Furthermore, the Earth Science
degree may be applied to a range of other
career choices requiring a general knowledge of science.
The Earth Science program offers the
BS degree with a general program of
study across the earth sciences. Majors
take classes in geosciences as well as
classes in several allied units at OSU,
including Crop and Soil Science and the
College of Oceanography and Atmospheric Sciences. Faculty in these units
work on the entire spectrum of earth
science, and in collaboration make OSU
one of the best places in the world to
study in this field. Students who excel in
their studies may arrange to work on a
research project through individual study
with a faculty member. All majors complete one of four options: Earth System
Science, Earth Science Education, Public
Interpretation, or Applied Earth Sciences.
Four specializations are incorporated
into the Earth Science degree as options. Students must select one of the
following:
1. Earth System Science: Provides
students with broad training for
advanced work in the emerging
discipline of earth system science.
Students with this degree may decide
to go on to study at the graduate
level in a variety of disciplines.
2. Earth Science Education: Trains
students so that they may teach earth
science in K–12 schools and other
science or math courses in grades
5 through 9. Initial licensure will
be achievable with this option and
completion of the MS in Math and
Science Education, which typically
takes an additional year.
3. Public Interpretation: Students
gain the skills needed to interact and
teach the public about earth science
in settings such as local, state, and
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national parks, nature preserves, and
museums. Students completing this
option may achieve certification
through the National Association for
Interpretation.
4. Applied Earth Science: Focuses
on application of earth science
techniques to a related field of study.
Earth science techniques include
geographic information systems
(GIS), cartography, remote sensing
and environmental assessment.
Students receive training through
a minor in a related field such as
biology, environmental engineering,
fisheries and wildlife, or military
science where these techniques are
applied. This option is recommended
for students in ROTC.
Earth Science Core (115–118)
Baccalaureate Core Courses (48)
Basic Skills (30–32)
CH 121. General Chemistry (5)
and CH 122. *General Chemistry (5)
or CH 221, CH 222. *General Chemistry
(5,5)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
PH 201, PH 202. *General Physics (5,5)
or PH 211, PH 212. *General Physics with
Calculus (4,4)
ST 351. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
or ST 314. Introduction to Statistics for
Engineers (3)
ST 352. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
or MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
Introductory Earth Science (25–26)
GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
GEO 322. Surface Processes (4)
CSS 305. Principles of Soil Science (4)
CSS/GEO 335. Water Science and Policy (3)
OC 331. Introduction to Oceanography (3)
Select one from below:
ATS 210. Introduction to Atmospheric
Sciences (3)
GEO 203. *Evolution of Planet Earth (4)
GEO 323. ^Climatology (4)
Earth Science Techniques (11)
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
GEO 365. Introduction to Geographic
Information Systems (4)
GEO 462. ^Geosciences Field Techniques (4)
Upper-Level Earth Science (12)
At least two courses from one area
below:
1. Geology:
GEO 310. Earth Materials I: Mineralogy (4)
GEO 315. Earth Materials II: Petrology (4)
GEO 340. Structural Geology (4)
GEO 430. Geochemistry (4)
2. Soil Science:
CSS 455. Biology of Soil Ecosystems (4)
CSS 466. Soil Morphology and
Classification (4)
3. Oceanic and Atmospheric
Sciences:
ATS 420. Principles of Atmospheric
Science (4)
GEO 431. Applied Climatology (3)
OC 332. Coastal Oceanography (3)
OC 430. Principles of Physical
Oceanography (4)
OC 440. Biological Oceanography (3)
OC 450. Chemical Oceanography (3)
OC 460. Geological Oceanography (3)
4. Water Science:
CE 412. Hydrology (4)
or FE 430. Watershed Processes (4)
FW 456. Limnology (5)
GEO 432. Applied Geomorphology (3)
GEO 487. Hydrogeology (4)
Capstone Experience (4)
GEO 407. Research [Professional Seminar](1)
GEO 409. ^Contemporary Earth Science
Issues (3)
Total Credits 115–118
in Earth Science core
APPLIED EARTH
SCIENCE OPTION
GEO 360. Cartography (4)
GEO 444. Remote Sensing (3)
GEO 445. Computer-Assisted Cartography (3)
GEO 465. Geographic Information Systems
and Science (4)
GEO 466. Digital Image Processing (3)
Total=17
Choose a minor (27)
All minors are 27 credits and contain at
least 12 credits of upper-division course
work. Choose one of the following
minors, which integrate well with the
Earth Science degree or are professionally
supplementary to the degree, or another
minor approved by the head advisor.
• Agricultural Sciences
• Anthropology
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Environmental Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Fisheries and Wildlife
• Forest Management
• Forest Recreational Resources
• Mathematical Sciences
• Mathematics
• Microbiology
• Military Studies (Air Force Studies,
Military Science, or Naval Science)
• Natural Resource and Environmental
Law and Policy
• Natural Resources
• Oceanography
• Physics
• Resource Economics
• Soil Sciences
• Statistics
• Zoology
Note: Students may not double-count
courses between the option and the
minor, i.e. The same course may not be
used to meet the requirements under
“Advanced Earth Science Techniques”
and the requirements of the minor.
Courses may be double-counted between the minor and other courses in the
Earth Science degree.
EARTH SCIENCE
EDUCATION OPTION
GEO 203. *Evolution of Planet Earth (4)
PH 104. *Descriptive Astronomy (4)
Science Education Techniques—
Preparation for Graduate Initial
Licensure (15)
SED 309. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3) or equivalent
SED 409. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3) or equivalent
SED 412. Technology Foundations for
Teaching Math and Science (3)
SED 413. Science Materials and Laboratories (3)
SED 459. Science and the Nature of Inquiry (3)
One of the following
emphases (12–16)
1. Physics of the Earth Emphasis:
GEO 463. Geophysics and Tectonics (4)
PH 201, PH 202. *General Physics (5,5)
or PH 211, PH 212. *General Physics with
Calculus (4,4)
PH 203. *General Physics (5)
or PH 213. *General Physics with Calculus (4)
PH 313. *Energy Alternatives (3)
PH 331. *Sound, Hearing, and Music (3)
PH 332. *Light. Vision, and Color (3)
2. Chemistry of the Earth Emphasis:
CH 121. General Chemistry (5)
or CH 221. *General Chemistry (5)
and CH 122. *General Chemistry (5)
or CH 222. *General Chemistry (5)
and CH 123. *General Chemistry (5)
or CH 223. *General Chemistry (5)
CH 390. Environmental Chemistry (3)
GEO 430. Geochemistry (3)
3. Mathematics Emphasis:
MTH 211. *Foundations of Elementary
Mathematics (4)
MTH 212. Foundations of Elementary
Mathematics (4)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 390. Foundations of Elementary
Mathematics (4)
ST 351, ST 352. Introduction to Statistical
Methods (4,4)
Additional earth science content
breadth (Recommended only, not
required for degree)
GEO 305. *Living with Active Cascade
Volcanoes (3)
GEO 307. Geology of the National Parks (3)
GEO 308. *Global Change and Earth
Sciences (3)
GEO 380. *Earthquakes in the Pacific
Northwest (3)
GEO 427. *^Volcanology (4)
HSTS 415. Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
OC 332. Coastal Oceanography (3)
Z 315. Dinosaur Biology (3)
Z 427. Paleobiology (3)
Total=31–35
EARTH SYSTEM
SCIENCE OPTION
GEO 444. Remote Sensing (3)
Select one from below:
ATS 320. *Man’s Impact on Climate (3)
GEO 308. *Global Change and Earth
Sciences (3)
College of Science
Plus upper-level earth science course work
from Earth Science core (6)
Note: In place of an upper-level earth
science course, students may choose
an approved 3-credit research project
in earth sciences. This may be arranged
with a faculty member from COAS,
Geosciences, Crop and Soil Sciences, or
another department with the approval of
the Earth Sciences head advisor.
Biosphere (19)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
GEO 324. Geography of Life: Species
Distribution and Conservation (4)
Select one from below:
BI 306. *^Environmental Ecology (3)
BI 370. Ecology (3)
Total=35
PUBLIC
INTERPRETATION OPTION
Required (10)
FOR 391. Natural Resources
Communications (3)
GEO 307. Geology of National Parks (3)
GEO 464. Geoscience Interpretation (4)
Earth Science Content
(Choose 11 credits from below):
GEO 305. *Living with Active Cascade
Volcanoes (3)
GEO 308. *Global Change and Earth
Sciences (3)
GEO 322. Surface Processes (4)
GEO 380. *Earthquakes in the Pacific
Northwest (3)
GEO 427. ^Volcanology (4)
GEO 461. Geology of Earthquakes (4)
GEO 463. ^Geophysics and Tectonics (4)
GEO 470. Stratigraphy and Sedimentology (4)
GEO 481. Glacial Geology (4)
GEO 487. Hydrogeology (4)
Interpretation Skills
(Choose 14 credits from below):
COMM 312. Advanced Public Speaking (3)
COMM 382. Telemedia Design and
Production (4)
CS 395. Intermediate Multimedia (4)
FOR 493. Environmental Interpretation (3)
GEO 360. Cartography (4)
GEO 410. Internship (4)
GEO 422. Reconstructing Historic
Landscapes (3)
NMC 351. New Media in Visualization (3)
SOC 480. *Environmental Sociology (3)
WR 327. *Technical Writing (3)
Total=35
GEOGRAPHY
(BA, BS, CRED, HBA, HBS)
Geography majors learn many valuable
skills and concepts, and the geography
undergraduate degree leads to a wide
variety of careers. Skills include mapping, geospatial technologies (geographic
information systems [GIS], global positioning systems [GPS], satellite image
analysis), computer-based map creation,
environmental impact assessment, and
quantitative methods. Concept areas
include climate, water and water use,
vegetation distribution and change, land
use, earth surface processes, natural resource use, hazards, sustainable development, and globalization
The geography major enhances preparation and opportunities for employment in diverse careers and continued
graduate study, including: environmental
protection, restoration, natural resource
management (of forests, grasslands, marine environments, coastal areas, streams
and rivers)
• planning, (land-use, rural, urban,
regional, emergency)
• national/state park administration
• natural hazards mitigation (fire,
flood, earthquake, volcano, tsunami,
drought)
• tourism and recreation
• international trade, transportation,
marketing
• cultural preservation and
interpretation
• aid and relief, international
development, diplomacy
• military service
• teaching
• research
The Geography program offers the
following degrees and certificates:
• BS in geography
• BA in geography
• BS in geography with option in
Climate and Water Science
• BS in geography with option in
Geographic Hazards and Sustainable
Communities
• BS in geography with option in
International Development, Peace
and Security
• BA in geography with option in
Geographic Hazards and Sustainable
Communities
• BA in geography with option in
International Development, Peace
and Security
• Geographic Information Science
Certificate (may add to any of the
above)
OPTIONS
• Climate and Water Science
• International Development, Peace,
and Security
• Geographic Hazards and Rural
sustainability
CERTIFICATES
Certificate in Geographic Information
Science (http://www.geo.oregonstate.
edu/gcert).
DOUBLE DEGREES
Geography and Education
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GEOGRAPHY BS DEGREE
The Geography BS degree consists of a
geography core and a selection of accompanying options with an emphasis
on science concepts and applications.
Students in any of these programs with
good academic records and letters of
recommendation will be well prepared
and competitive for continued graduate
education in geography or related areas.
GEOGRAPHY BA DEGREE
The BA degree is appropriate for geography students interested in an opportunity for more in-depth international
and cultural studies. This may include an
area studies focus that includes language
study. Students in the geography BA with
good academic records and letters of
recommendation will be well prepared
and competitive for continued graduate
education in geography or related areas.
ALL UNDERGRADUATE
GEOGRAPHY DEGREES
The baccalaureate core requirements are
met by:
Biology course (4)
Difference, Power, and Discrimination
course (3)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(various activities) (1)
Perspectives courses (12)
Synthesis courses (6)
Writing Intensive Courses (WIC) (9)
GEOGRAPHY BS DEGREE
REQUIREMENTS
BI 101. *General Biology (4)
MTH 112. *Elementary Functions (4)(or
approved math elective)
ST 201, 202. Principles of Statistics (3,3)
or ST 351, ST 352. Intro to Statistical
Methods (4,4)
GEO 105. *Geography of the Non-Western
World (3)
GEO 106. *Geography of the Western
World (3)
GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
GEO 309. *Environmental Justice (3)
GEO 311. *20th Century U.S.
Environmental Policy (3)
or GEO 330. *^Geography of
International Development and
Globalization (3)
GEO 322. Surface Processes (4)
GEO 323. ^Climatology (4)
GEO 324. Geography of Life: Species
Distribution and Conservation (4)
GEO 360. Cartography (4)
GEO 365. Introduction to Geographic
Information Systems (4)
GEO 407. Seminar: Student to Professional
(1–16)
GEO 409. ^Contemporary Earth Science
Issues (3)
GEO 420 Geography of Resource Use (3)
GEO 423. Land Use (3)
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GEO 424. International Water
Resources Management (3)
At least 3 credits in an upper-division
geographic information science course
(cartography, remote sensing, or GIS),
At least 3 credits in a regional geography
course,
And an option in geography.
GEOGRAPHY BA DEGREE
REQUIREMENTS
MTH 112. *Elementary Functions (4) (or an
approved math elective),
ST 201, 202, Principles of Statistics (3,3)
or ST 351, ST 352. Introduction to
Statistical Methods (4,4)
GEO 105. *Geography of the Non-Western
World (3)
GEO 106. *Geography of the Western
World (3)
GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
or GEO 101. *The Solid Earth (4)
GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
or GEO 102. *The Surface of the Earth (4)
or GEO 103. *Exploring the Deep:
Geography of the World’s Oceans (4)
GEO 300. *Environmental Conservation
and Sustainability (3)
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
GEO 322. Surface Processes (4)
or GEO 323. ^Climatology (4)
or GEO 324. Geography of Life: Species
Distribution and Conservation (4)
GEO 360. Cartography (4)
GEO 365. Introduction to Geographic
Information Systems (4)
GEO 407. Seminar: Student to Professional
(1–16)
GEO 409. ^Contemporary Earth Science
Issues (3)
GEO 420. Geography of Resource Use (3)
At least 6 credits of upper-division resource
geography courses
At least 12 credits of upper-division regional
geography courses
At least 6 credits of elective in the College
of Liberal Arts
At least 9 credits of second year of a foreign
language
At least 3 credits of an advanced speech/
writing course
SAMPLE CURRICULUM
(GEOGRAPHY BS DEGREE)
Appropriate for transfer students or students who become interested in geography after their first year at OSU.
Freshman Year
BI 101. *General Biology (4)
GEO 105. *Geography of the Non-Western
World (3)
GEO 106. *Geography of the Western
World (3)
GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
MTH 112. *Elementary Functions (4)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Writing II (3)
Fitness (3)
Physical or Biological Science sequence (two
courses) (8)
Perspectives (3)
Electives (8)
Sophomore Year
Junior Year
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
GEO 309. *Environmental Justice (4)
GEO 365. Introduction to Geographic
Information Systems (4)
ST 351, ST 352. Intro to Statistical Methods
(4,4)
Perspectives (12)
Physical or biological science (4)
Writing/Speech III (3)
Electives (10)
GEO 300. *Environmental Conservation
and Sustainability (3)
Select an intermediate physical
geography course from below (4):
GEO 309. *Environmental Justice (3)
GEO 322. Surface Processes (4)
or GEO 323. ^Climatology (4)
or GEO 324. Geography of Life: Species
Distribution and Conservation (4)
GEO 330. *^Geography of International
Development and Globalization (3)
GEO 360. Cartography (4)
Upper-division regional geography (6)
Second year of foreign language (9)
Additional advanced writing/speech from
approved list (3)
Electives (16)
Junior Year
GEO 311. *20th Century U.S.
Environmental Policy (3)
GEO 322. Surface Processes (4)
GEO 323. ^Climatology (4)
GEO 324. Geography of Life: Species
Distribution and Conservation (4)
GEO 360. Cartography (4)
Options courses (9)
Physical or Biological Science sequence (two
courses) (8)
Electives (10)
Senior Year
GEO 407. Seminar: Student to Professional (1)
GEO 409. ^Contemporary Earth Science
Issues (3)
GEO 420. Geography of Resource Use (3)
GEO 423. Land Use (3)
GEO 424. International Water
Resources Management (3)
Options courses (9)
Upper-division geographic information
science (3)
Upper-division regional geography (3)
Science, Technology and Society (3)
Contemporary Global Issues (3)
Electives (15)
SAMPLE CURRICULUM
(GEOGRAPHY BA DEGREE)
Freshman Year
BI 101. *General Biology (4)
GEO 105. *Geography of the Non-Western
World (3)
GEO 106. *Geography of the Western
World (3)
GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
or GEO 101. *The Solid Earth (4)
GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
or GEO 102. *The Surface of the Earth (4)
or GEO 103. *Exploring the Deep:
Geography of the World’s Oceans (4)
MTH 112. *Elementary Functions (4)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Writing II (3)
Fitness (3)
Physical or Biological Science sequence (two
courses) (8)
Perspectives (3)
Electives (8)
Sophomore Year
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
GEO 309. *Environmental Justice
GEO 365. Introduction to Geographic
Information Systems (4)
ST 351, ST 352. Intro to Statistical Methods
(4,4)
Perspectives (12)
Physical or biological science (4)
Writing/Speech III (3)
Electives (10)
Senior Year
GEO 407. Seminar: Student to Professional (1)
GEO 409. ^Contemporary Earth Science
Issues (3)
GEO 420. Geography of Resource Use (3)
GEO 424. International Water
Resources Management (3)
Upper-division resource geography (6)
Upper-division regional geography (6)
Contemporary Global Issues (3)
Science, Technology, and Society (3)
Liberal Arts electives (6)
Electives (11)
CLIMATE AND
WATER SCIENCE OPTION
This option is appropriate for students
who are interested in the geography of
weather, climate, and water, including
climate change, climate history, effects of
climate change on water, snow and ice;
vegetation; and other natural resources.
Students intending to pursue graduate
studies in climate science should also
take physics and chemistry.
Select 21 credits from below:
ATS 210. Introduction to Atmospheric
Sciences (3)
ATS 320. *Man’s Impact on Climate (3)
GEO 308. *Global Change and Earth
Sciences (3)
GEO 323. ^Climatology (4)
GEO 335. *Introduction to Water Science
and Policy (4)
GEO 424. International Water Resources
Management (3)
GEO 425. Water Resources Management in
the United States (3)
GEO 431. Applied Climatology (3)
GEO 481. Glacial Geology (4)
GEO 483. Snow Hydrology (3)
GEO 486. Quaternary Paleoclimatology (3)
GEO 487. Hydrogeology (4)
GEO 488. Quaternary Stratigraphy of North
America (3)
GEOGRAPHIC HAZARDS AND
SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
OPTION
This option is appropriate for students
who are interested in the geography of
sustainable human settlements, including planning and resource evaluation;
College of Science
use of natural resources; land-use and
water resources management; and extreme events.
Select 21 credits from below:
AREC 351. *Natural Resource Economics
and Policy (3)
AREC 352. *Environmental Economics and
Policy (3)
AREC 353. Public Land Statutes and Policy
(4)
FW 340. *Multicultural Perspectives in
Natural Resources (3)
FOR 251. Recreation Resource Management
(4)
GEO 305. *Living with Active Cascade
Volcanoes (3)
GEO 306. *Minerals, Energy, Water, and
Environment (3)
GEO 311. *20th Century U.S.
Environmental Policy (3)
GEO 380. *Earthquakes in the Pacific
Northwest (3)
GEO 420. Geography of Resource Use (3)
GEO 421. Humans and Their Wildlife
Environment (3)
GEO 423. Land Use (3)
GEO 425. Water Resources Management in
the United States (3)
GEO 432. Applied Geomorphology (3)
GEO 452. Principles and Practices of Rural
and Resource Planning (3)
GEO 453. Resource Evaluation Methods/
EIS (3)
PS 474. Natural Resource Policy and
Bureacratic Politics (4)
PS 475. Environmental Politics and Policy (4)
INTERNATIONAL
DEVELOPMENT, PEACE
AND SECURITY OPTION
This option is appropriate for students
who are interested in the geography of
conflict, including regional and international factors. Students in this option select a set of courses focusing on a specific
region of the world.
Choose two courses on geography of
population and development (6):
GEO 330. Geography of International
Development and Globalization (3)
GEO 350. Population Geography (3)
GEO 426. Third-World Resources (3)
Choose one regional geography course (3):
GEO 325. *Geography of Africa (3)
GEO 326. *Geography of Europe (3)
GEO 327. *Geography of Asia (3)
GEO 328. *Geography of Latin America (3)
GEO 329. *Geography of The U.S. and
Canada (3)
GEO 339. Area Studies (3)
Three courses from the same region
from the following lists (9–10 credits):
Choose one Peoples of the World
course (3):
ANTH 311 through ANTH 319. (3)
Choose one regional history course (3):
HST 336. Twentieth-Century Europe (3)
HST 340, HST 341. History of Russia (3,3)
HST 350, HST 351. *Modern Latin America
(3,3)
HST 381, HST 382 *History of Africa (3,3)
HST 387, HST 388. *Islamic Civilization
(3,3)
HST 391, HST 392. *East Asia (3,3)
Choose one political science course (4):
PS 340. Eastern and Central European
Politics (4)
PS 341. Politics of Western Europe and the
European Union (4)
PS 343. Russian Politics (4)
PS 344. Latin American Politics (4)
PS 345. *The Politics of Developing
Nations (4)
PS 348. Chinese Politics (4)
PS 350. Government and Politics of
Modern Japan (4)
Choose one culture course (3):
CHN 331, CHN 332, CHN 333. *Chinese
Culture (3,3,3)
FR 270. *France Today: Cultures from
Within and Beyond Its Borders (3)
FR 331, FR 332, FR 333. *French Culture
and Society Since the Revolution (3,3,3)
GER 331, GER 332. *German Culture (3,3)
JPN 331, JPN 332, JPN 333. *Japanese
Culture (3,3,3)
RUS 231, RUS 232, RUS 233. *Russian
Culture (3,3,3)
SPAN 331, SPAN 332. *The Cultures of
Spain and Portugal (3,3)
SPAN 337, SPAN 338. *Latin American
Culture (3,3)
Choose one global conflict and
cooperation course (3–4):
COMM 440. Theories of Conflict and
Conflict Management (3)
HST 317. *Why War: A Historical
Perspective (3)
HST 464. American Diplomatic History (3)
FW 325. *Global Crises in Resource
Ecology (3)
PAX 201. Study of Peace and the Causes of
Conflict (3)
PS 204. *Introduction to Comparative
Politics (4)
PS 205. *Introduction to International
Relations (4)
PS 345. *The Politics of Developing
Nations (4)
PS 451. ^American Foreign Policy (4)
Total=21 credits
GEOLOGY
(BA, BS, CRED, HBA, HBS)
All undergraduate degree candidates
must meet the university and College of
Science requirements for graduation (see
the Baccalaureate Core and College of
Science sections in this catalog).
For the Bachelor of Science degree,
students must complete:
CH 121. General Chemistry (5)
or CH 221. *General Chemistry (5)
CH 122. *General Chemistry (5)
or CH 222. *General Chemistry (5)
MTH 112. *Elementary Functions (4)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
And one mathematics elective.
PH 201. *General Physics (5)
or PH 211. *General Physics with Calculus
(4)
PH 202. *General Physics (5)
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or PH 212. *General Physics with Calculus
(4)
and one of PH 203. *General Physics (5)
or PH 213. *General Physics with Calculus
(4)
or CH 123. *General Chemistry (5)
or CH 223. *General Chemistry (5)
Students planning on graduate study in
geology are advised to complete one full
year of calculus, physics and chemistry.
Geology students must complete:
GEO 102. *The Surface of the Earth [with
grade “B” or better]
GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
GEO 203. *Evolution of Planet Earth (4)
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
GEO 310. Earth Materials I: Mineralogy (4)
GEO 315. Earth Materials II: Petrology (4)
GEO 322. Surface Processes (4)
GEO 340. Structural Geology (4)
GEO 409. ^Contemporary Earth Science
Issues (3)
GEO 415. Earth Materials III: Igneous
Petrography (4)
GEO 430. Geochemistry (3)
GEO 463. ^Geophysics and Techtonics (4)
GEO 470. Stratigraphy and Sedimentology (4)
GEO 495. Field Geology (9)
And at least 9 credits of approved electives
at the 400-level or above.
For the Bachelor of Arts degree,
students must complete, in
addition to the university
and college requirements, the
following courses:
Any three mathematical sciences
courses from below:
MTH 112. *Elementary Functions (4)
MTH 245. *Mathematics for Management,
Life, and Social Sciences (4)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
ST 201, ST 202. Principles of Statistics (3,3)
Chemistry and Physics
CH 121. General Chemistry (5)
or CH 221. *General Chemistry (5)
CH 122. *General Chemistry (5)
or CH 222. *General Chemistry (5)
PH 104. *Descriptive Astronomy (4)
and PH 106. *Perspectives in Physics (4)
or PH 201, PH 202. *General Physics (5,5)
Geology
GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
or GEO 101. *The Solid Earth (4)
[with grade “B” or better]
GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
or GEO 102. *The Surface of the Earth (4)
[with grade “B” or better]
GEO 203. *Evolution of Planet Earth (4)
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
GEO 310. Earth Materials I: Mineralogy (4)
GEO 315. Earth Materials II: Petrology (4)
GEO 322. Surface Processes (4)
GEO 340. Structural Geology (4)
GEO 409. ^Contemporary Earth Science
Issues (3)
GEO 470. Stratigraphy and Sedimentology
(4)
Three GEO electives numbered 411 or
higher.
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Students must also complete 9 additional credits in the College of Liberal
Arts from an approved list, and complete
or demonstrate proficiency in the second
year of a foreign language.
Note: Additional credits of mathematical sciences may be needed to meet
College of Science Requirements.
SAMPLE CURRICULUM
(GEOLOGY BS DEGREE)
Freshman Year
CH 121. General Chemistry (5)
CH 122. *General Chemistry (5)
or CH 221, CH 222. *General Chemistry
(5,5)
MTH 112. *Elementary Functions (4)
or appropriate math elective (4)
GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
GEO 203. *Evolution of Planet Earth (4)
Fitness (3)
Perspectives (3)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Writing II (3)
Electives (8)
Sophomore Year
Biological Science (4)
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
GEO 310. Earth Materials I: Mineralogy (4)
GEO 315. Earth Materials II: Petrology (4)
GEO 322. Surface Processes (4)
GEO 415. Earth Materials III: Igneous
Petrography (4)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
PH 211, PH 212. *General Physics with
Calculus (4,4)
or PH 201, PH 202. *General Physics (5,5)
Writing/Speech (3)
Junior Year
GEO 340. Structural Geology (4)
GEO 430. Geochemistry (3)
400-level or higher geoscience electives (4–6)
Third quarter of physics or chemistry
(PH 203, PH 213, CH 123, or CH 223) (5)
Perspectives (12)
Synthesis (3)
Electives (10)
Summer after Junior Year
GEO 495. Field Geology (9)
Senior Year
GEO 409. ^Contemporary Earth Science
Issues (3)
GEO 463. ^Geophysics and Tectonics (4)
GEO 470. Stratigraphy and Sedimentology (4)
400-level or higher geoscience electives (4–8)
Synthesis (3)
Electives (21)
SAMPLE CURRICULUM
(GEOLOGY BA DEGREE)
Freshman and Sophomore Years
CH 121. General Chemistry (5)
CH 122. *General Chemistry (5)
or CH 221, CH 222. *General Chemistry (5,5)
HHS 231. *Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)
HHS 241–HHS 248. *Lifetime Fitness:
(various activities) (1)
GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
or GEO 101. *The Solid Earth (4)
[with grade “B” or better]
GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
or GEO 102. *The Surface of the Earth (4)
[with grade “B” or better]
GEO 203. *Evolution of Planet Earth (4)
Select three MTH courses from below:
MTH 112. *Elementary Functions (4)
MTH 245. *Mathematics for Management,
Life, and Social Sciences (4)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
ST 201, ST 202. Principles of Statistics (3,3)
PH 104. *Descriptive Astronomy (4)
and PH 106. *Perspectives in Physics (4)
or PH 201, PH 202. *General Physics (5,5)
WR 121. *English Composition (3)
Writing II (3)
Writing III (3)
Second year of foreign language (12)
Perspectives (3)
Electives (17)
Junior and Senior Years
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
GEO 310. Earth Materials I: Mineralogy (4)
GEO 315. Earth Materials II: Petrology (4)
GEO 322. Surface Processes (4)
GEO 340. Structural Geology (4)
GEO 409. ^Contemporary Earth Science
Issues (3)
GEO 470. Stratigraphy and Sedimentology (4)
GEO electives: 411 and higher (9–12)
Synthesis (3)
Approved courses in College of Liberal Arts
(9)
ENVIRONMENTAL
GEOSCIENCES MINOR
Required core courses (16–20 credits)
Earth Science (7 or 8)
GEO 101. *The Solid Earth (4)
or GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
and GEO 102. *The Surface of the Earth (4)
or GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
or GEO 221. *Environmental Geology (4)
Geosciences (12)
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
GEO 322. Surface Processes (4)
GEO 409. ^Contemporary Earth Science
Issues (3)
And 8–12 credits of advanced
courses, all in one of four tracks:
Track A.
Humans, Resources and Planning
GEO 306. *Minerals, Energy, Water and the
Environment (3)
GEO 307. Geology of National Parks (3)
GEO 309. *Environmental Justice (3)
GEO 311. *20th Century U.S.
Environmental Policy (3)
GEO 335. *Introduction to Water Science
and Policy (3)
GEO 350. *Population Geography (3)
GEO 420. Geography of Resource Use (3)
GEO 423. Land Use (3)
GEO 424. International Water Resources
Management (3)
GEO 425. Water Resources Management in
the U.S. (3)
GEO 426. Third-World Resource
Development (3)
GEO 440. Economic Geology (4)
GEO 452. Principles and Practices of Rural
and Resource Planning (3)
GEO 453. Resource Evaluation Methods/
EIS (3)
Track B.
Surface Processes
and Climate
GEO 308. *Global Change and Earth
Sciences (3)
GEO 323. ^Climatology (4)
GEO 324. Geography of Life: Species
Distribution and Conservation (4)
GEO 431. Applied Climatology (3)
GEO 432. Applied Geomorphology (3)
GEO 439. Topics in Physical Geography (3)
GEO 451. Environmental Site Planning (3)
GEO 470. Stratigraphy and Sedimentology
(4)
GEO 481. Glacial Geology (4)
GEO 464. Geoscience Interpretation (4)
GEO 582. Geomorphology of Forests and
Streams (3)
Track C.
Geology and Geologic Hazards
GEO 306. *Minerals, Energy, Water and the
Environment (3)
GEO 310. Earth Materials I: Mineralogy (4)
GEO 315. Earth Materials II: Petrology (4)
GEO 340. Structural Geology (4)
GEO 427. Volcanology (4)
GEO 430. Geochemistry (3)
GEO 451. Environmental Site Planning (3)
GEO 458. Plate Tectonics of Continental
Collision (3)
GEO 461. Geology of Earthquakes (3)
GEO 463. Geophysics and Tectonics (4)
GEO 464. Geoscience Interpretation (4)
Track D. Water
CE 412. Hydrology (3)
FE 430. Watershed Processes (4)
GEO 306. *Minerals, Energy, Water and the
Environment (3)
GEO 335. *Introduction to Water Science
and Policy (3)
GEO 424. International Water Resources
Management (3)
GEO 425. Water Resources Management in
the U.S. (3)
GEO 430. Geochemistry (3)
GEO 451. Environmental Site Planning (3)
GEO 487. Hydrogeology (4)
GEOLOGY MINOR
The undergraduate geology minor
provides a means for students majoring
in physics, chemistry, civil engineering,
forest engineering, and related fields to
develop a strong geology background as
part of their program.
Required
GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
or GEO 101. *The Solid Earth (4)
GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
or GEO 102. *The Surface of the Earth (4)
GEO 203. *Evolution of Planet Earth (4)
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
GEO 310. Earth Materials I: Mineralogy (4)
GEO 315. Earth Materials II: Petrology (4)
College of Science
Plus one geology course (of at least 3
credits) from GEO 322 or above. See
department for a list of approved courses.
For students interested in advanced
geology degrees, the following
two courses are recommended for
the minor:
GEO 340. Structural Geology (4)
GEO 462. ^Geosciences Field Methods (4)
REGIONAL STUDIES MINOR
Core Requirements
GEO 101. *The Solid Earth (4)
or GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
or GEO 102. *The Surface of the Earth (4)
or GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
GEO 105. *Geography of the Non-Western
World (3)
or GEO 106. *Geography of the Western
World (3)
GEO 300. *Environmental Conservation (3)
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
Specialty Requirements
GEO 105. *Geography of the Non-Western
World (3)
or GEO 106. *Geography of the Western
World (3); whichever course not taken as
part of core.
Select four courses from below for 12
credits:
GEO 325. *Geography of Africa (3)
GEO 326. *Geography of Europe (3)
GEO 327. *Geography of Asia (3)
GEO 328. *Geography of Latin America (3)
GEO 329. *Geography of the United States
and Canada (3)
GEO 339. Area Studies (1–3)
RESOURCE GEOGRAPHY AND
RURAL PLANNING MINOR
Core Requirements
GEO 101. *The Solid Earth (4)
or GEO 201. *Physical Geology (4)
or GEO 102. *The Surface of the Earth (4)
or GEO 202. *Earth Systems Science (4)
GEO 105. *Geography of the Non-Western
World (3)
or GEO 106. *Geography of the Western
World (3)
GEO 300. *Environmental Conservation (3)
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
Specialty Requirements
Courses from the list below totaling
13 or more credits:
GEO 350. *Population Geography (3)
GEO 420. Geography of Resource Use (3)
GEO 423. Land Use (3)
GEO 424. International Water Resources
Management (3)
GEO 425. Water Resources Management
in the United States (3)
GEO 451. Environmental Site Planning (3)
GEO 452. Principles and Practices of Rural
and Resource Planning (3)
GEO 453. Resource Evaluation Methods/
EIS (3)
GEO 487. Hydrogeology (3)
GEOGRAPHY (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Geographic information science, physical
geography, resource geography
The Department of Geosciences offers two graduate programs, leading
to advanced degrees in geography and
geology. Dual majors between programs
and with some other departments are
possible.
The Geography Program offers graduate work leading to Master of Arts, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy
degrees. Program options are:
1. Physical geography
2. Resource geography
3. Geographic information science
The program has an applied orientation, placing emphasis on the application of geographic information science to
environmental and resource utilization
and problem solution. Master’s degree
candidates may elect a thesis or nonthesis option. Geography participates only
as one of the minors in Master of Arts in
Interdisciplinary Studies degree programs. No foreign language is required
for the MS degree. One foreign language
is required for the MA and PhD degrees.
GEOLOGY (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Glacial geology; geochemistry,
hydrogeology, structural geology;
geomorphology; geophysics; igneous
petrology; tectonics; volcanology and
mineral deposits
The Department of Geosciences offers two graduate programs, leading
to advanced degrees in geography and
geology. Dual majors between programs
and with some other departments are
possible.
The Geology Program offers graduate
study leading to Master of Arts, Master
of Science and Doctor of Philosophy
degrees. Program options are:
1. Igneous petrology—volcanology
2. Mineral deposits—geochemistry
3. Gacial geology—geomorphologyhydrogeology
4. Structural geology—tectonicsgeophysics
5. Sedimentology—sedimentary
petrology
Most graduate research in the geology
program includes field study. An approved field course of at least 9 quarter credits or equivalent experience is
prerequisite to candidacy for a graduate
degree. No foreign language is required.
ECOSYSTEM INFORMATICS
GRADUATE MINOR
An informatics revolution is under
way in ecosystem science and natural
resources policy and management. Many
key research areas—climate change/
earth history, water, astrobiology, earth
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hazards, forest/stream processes, ocean
ecosystems—are limited by common
informatics problems. These include:
• accurately representing biophysical
processes in mathematical terms;
• obtaining, storing, retrieving, and
analyzing multiple datasets;
• testing hypotheses using various
models and model versions;
• assessing uncertainty in predictions;
and
• scaling or extrapolating findings
among systems.
These problems are the core of Ecosystem
Informatics, a novel, interdisciplinary
approach to education and research that
provides a unifying framework for studying complex problems in natural and
managed ecosystems.
Ecosystem Informatics is at the intersection of:
• Computer science (bringing
algorithms and representations
for manipulation, modeling, and
prediction based on large data sets
and complex models)
• Mathematics (bringing a cohesive
analytic framework)
• Ecosystem science (bringing
complex systems rich in interactions,
changing contexts, and challenging
links with the natural resource
management and policy arena)
The power of Ecosystem Informatics lies
in its ability to cut across, and contribute
to, a very wide range of interdisciplinary problems affecting Oregon and the
world. Ecosystem Informatics is based on
an approach to problem solving, rather
than specific problems. Thus it complements many ongoing cross-disciplinary
collaborations at OSU, including climate
change/earth history, water, astrobiology/subsurface biosphere, earth hazards,
forest/stream processes, and ocean
ecosystems, which face challenges in
ecosystem informatics. PhD graduates
trained in Ecosystem Informatics will be
qualified for diverse, well-remunerated
jobs that benefit society.
Requirements
FW 620. Ecological Policy (2)
GEO 507. Seminar (Colloquium for 3
quarters) (3)
GEO 538. Ecosystems Informatics Field Trip (2)
GEO 542. Concepts in Ecosystem
Informatics (3)
GEO 543. Applications in Ecosystem
Informatics (4)
GEO 547. Collaborative Research in
Ecosystem Informatics (4)
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GEOGRAPHY GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
GEOLOGY GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
SCIENCE CERTIFICATE
Oregon State University offers an undergraduate, graduate, and professional
certificate in geographic information
science. Geographic information science
(GIScience) includes the existing technologies and research areas of geographic
information systems (GIS), cartography,
remote sensing, photogrammetry, and
surveying (also termed geomatics in the
U.S.). GIScience therefore addresses fundamental issues surrounding the use of
digital technology to handle geographic
information; namely, information about
places, activities, and phenomena on
and near the surface of the Earth that
are stored in maps or images. GIScience
includes questions of data structures,
analysis, accuracy, meaning, cognition,
visualization, and many more, and thus
overlaps with the domains of many
traditional disciplines (e.g., earth science,
mathematics, computer science, physics,
cognitive science, and ethics). However,
GIScience is not central to any of these,
representing instead a new kind of
scientific collaboration that is defined by
researchers from many distinct backgrounds working together on particular
sets of interrelated problems. The use of
GIScience technologies (including, but
definitely not limited to GIS) has become
pervasive throughout the scientific community, natural resource management,
government, industry, and business.
Even small advancements in geographic
information science are having broad
effects in improving day-to-day tasks
throughout all sectors of society.
Also visit the GISci Website at http://
www.geo.oregonstate.edu/gcert/.
Undergraduate Certificate
Background Courses
MTH 112. Elementary Functions (4)
or Equivalent high school or university
course
ST 201, ST 202. Principles of Statistics (3,3)
or ST 351, ST 352. Introduction to
Statistical Methods (4,4)
or ST 314. Introduction to Statistics for
Engineers (4)
or MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
or ECE 353. Introduction to Probability
and Random Signals (3)
Required Core (16–17 credits)
FE 308. Forest Surveying (4)
GEO 301. Map and Image Interpretation (4)
GEO 360. Cartography (4)
GEO 444. Remote Sensing (4)
GEO 465. Geographic Information Systems
and Science (3)
or FE 357. GIS and Forest Engineering
Applications (3)
or CE 202. Civil Engineering III:
Geospatial Information and GIS (3)
Electives (10–11)
Elective courses may be in one of
four tracks: cartography, GIS, remote
sensing, geomatics. See advisor.
FE 310. Forest Route Surveying (4)
CSS 468. Soil Landscape Analysis (4)
ECE 468. Digital Image Processing (3)
FE 309. Forest Photogrammetry (4)
FE 311. Advanced Forest Surveying (4)
FOR 420. Advanced Aerial Photos and
Remote Sensing (3)
FOR 421. Advanced GIS Applications in
Forestry (3)
FW 303. Survey of Geographic Information
Systems in Natural Resources (3)
GEO 445. Computer-Assisted Cartography (3)
GEO 460. Multimedia Cartography (4)
GEO 462. Geosciences Field Methods (4)
GEO 466. Digital Image Processing (3)
HORT 414. M/Information Systems in
Agriculture (4)
RNG 450. Landscape Ecology and Analysis (3)
Graduate Certificate
Also visit the GISci Website at http://
www.geo.oregonstate.edu/gcert/.
Background Courses
GEO 360. Cartography (4)
MTH 112. Elementary Functions (4)
ST 201, ST 202. Principles of Statistics (3,3)
or ST 351, ST 352. Introduction to
Statistical Methods (4,4)
or ST 511, ST 512. Methods of Data
Analysis (4,4)
or ECE 353. Introduction to Probability
and Random Signals (3)
Required Core (7 credits)
GEO 544. Remote Sensing (4)
GEO 565. Geographic Information Systems
and Science (3)
Electives (10–11)
CE 513. GIS in Water Resources (3)
CS 549. Selected Topics in InformationBased Systems (1–5)
CSS 568. Soil Landscape Analysis (4)
FOR 510. Internship (3 or more credits,
advisor approval)
or GEO 510. Internship (3 or more credits,
advisor approval)
FOR 520. Advanced Aerial Photos and
Remote Sensing (3)
FOR 521. Advanced GIS Applications in
Forestry (3)
GEO 541. Spatio-Temporal Variation in
Ecology and Earth Science (4)
GEO 545. Computer-Assisted Cartography (3)
GEO 560. Multimedia Cartography (4)
GEO 566. Digital Image Processing (3)
GEO 580. Advanced GIS Applications in the
Geosciences (4)
GEO 585. Advanced Remote Sensing and
Digital Image Processing (3)
HORT 514. M/Information Systems in
Agriculture (4)
OC 678. Satellite Oceanography (3)
RNG 550. Landscape Ecology and Analysis (3)
ST 565. Time Series and Spatial Statistics (3)
GEO 102. *THE SURFACE OF THE EARTH
(4). Processes that shape the earth’s surface.
Weathering mass movement, ice dynamics,
biogeography, climate, surface and ground water
flow. Use of maps and imagery. Lec/lab. (Bacc
Core Course)
GEO 103. *EXPLORING THE DEEP:
GEOGRAPHY OF THE WORLD’S OCEANS (4).
Introduces non-science students to the oceans,
including marine geology and chemistry, ocean
currents, coastal and biological processes. Field
trip required, transportation fee charged. Lec/lab.
CROSSLISTED as OC 103. (Bacc Core Course)
GEO 105. *GEOGRAPHY OF THE NONWESTERN WORLD (3). An introduction to
the rich variety of environments, population
and settlement dynamics, cultures, geopolitical
changes, and economies in Africa, the Middle
East, and Asia. Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course)
GEO 105H. *GEOGRAPHY OF THE NONWESTERN WORLD (3). An introduction to
the rich variety of environments, population
and settlement dynamics, cultures, geopolitical
changes, and economies in Africa, the Middle
East, and Asia. Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: Honors College approval required.
GEO 106. *GEOGRAPHY OF THE WESTERN
WORLD (3). An introduction to the rich variety
of environments, population and settlement
dynamics, cultures, geopolitical changes, and
economies in Europe and Russia, Australia and
Oceania, and the Americas. Lec/rec. (Bacc Core
Course)
GEO 199. SPECIAL STUDIES (1-16).
GEO 201. *PHYSICAL GEOLOGY (4). Study
of earth’s interior. Tectonic processes and their
influence on mountains, volcanoes, earthquakes,
minerals, and rocks. Field trip(s) required;
transportation fee charged. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core
Course)
GEO 201H. *PHYSICAL GEOLOGY (4). Study
of earth’s interior. Tectonic processes and their
influence on mountains, volcanoes, earthquakes,
minerals, and rocks. Field trip(s) required;
transportation fee charged. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core
Course) PREREQ: Honors College approval
required.
GEO 202. *EARTH SYSTEMS SCIENCE (4).
Surficial processes (glaciers, rivers), climate,
soils, vegetation, and their interrelationships. Field
trip(s) required; transportation fee charged. Lec/
lab. (Bacc Core Course)
GEO 203. *EVOLUTION OF PLANET EARTH
(4). History of earth and life as interpreted from
fossils and the rock record. Field trip(s) required;
transportation fee charged. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core
Course)
GEO 221. *ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY
(4). Introductory geology emphasizing geologic
hazards (volcanoes, earthquakes, landslides,
flooding), geologic resources (water, soil, air,
mineral, energy), and associated environmental
problems and mitigation strategies. Lec/lab. (Bacc
Core Course)
GEO 265. GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
SYSTEM (GIS) PRACTICUM (3). Practicum
experience in using a widely popular geographic
information system for spatial data input, analysis,
and display.
COURSES
GEO 295. INTRODUCTION TO FIELD GEOLOGY
(3). Two-week course taught in the fall program in
various locations throughout the west. Collect field
data to make geological maps, cross-sections,
columns, and reports. Serves as an introduction
to upper-level course work for Geology degree.
PREREQS: GEO 201 and GEO 202.
GEO 101. *THE SOLID EARTH (4). Solid earth
processes and materials. Earthquakes, volcanoes,
earth structure, rocks, minerals, ores. Solid earth
hazard prediction and planning. Geologic time.
Lec/lab. (Bacc Core Course)
GEO 300. *ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
AND SUSTAINABILITY (3). Geography of human
relationships to earth’s systems with an emphasis
on individual impacts and collective efforts to
achieve environmental sustainability. Lec/rec.
Professional Certificate
Visit the GISci Website at http://www.
geo.oregonstate.edu/gcert/.
College of Science
(Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: Upper-division
standing.
GEO 300H. *ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY (3).
Geography of human relationships to the earth’s
systems with an emphasis on human induced
charge, both unintended and purposeful. Lec/rec.
(Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: Honors College
approval required.
GEO 301. MAP AND IMAGE INTERPRETATION
(4). Reading, analysis, and interpretation of maps/
remote sensing images used by geoscientists.
Use of topographic, geologic, nautical and other
geoscience maps; basic air photo interpretation.
Lec/lab. PREREQS: Concurrent enrollment in CS
101 or equivalent.
GEO 305. *LIVING WITH ACTIVE CASCADE
VOLCANOES (3). The impact of volcanic activity
on people, infrastructure, and natural resources;
how and why volcanic activity in the Cascade
Range occurs; volcano monitoring and hazard
assessment. Field trip required, transportation fee
charged. (Bacc Core Course)
GEO 306. *MINERALS, ENERGY, WATER, AND
THE ENVIRONMENT (3). Geologic occurrences,
environmental consequences, and future of
non-renewable earth resources, including metals,
materials, oil, soil, and groundwater. (Bacc Core
Course)
GEO 307. *NATIONAL PARK GEOLOGY
AND PRESERVATION (3). National parks as
classrooms to study geological processes and
the importance of preserving natural landscapes.
Field trip(s) required; transportation fee charged.
(Bacc Core Course)
GEO 308. *GLOBAL CHANGE AND EARTH
SCIENCES (3). Study of global change over
different time scales during the history of
the earth, with emphasis on evolution of its
atmosphere, plate tectonics, paleoclimates, and
mass extinctions. (Bacc Core Course)
GEO 309. *ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE (3).
Technical and social issues surrounding the
unequal exposure to environmental hazards
based on race and the environmental justice
movement that has grown to address charges of
such environmental racism. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: WR 121 or WR 121H. Sophomore
standing.
GEO 310. EARTH MATERIALS I: MINERALOGY
(4). Principles of crystal morphology, and
structure. Characteristics, identification, and
origins of minerals. Lec/lab. PREREQS: GEO 201
or GEO 221. Students should concurrently enroll
in CH 121 or CH 221.
GEO 311. *20TH CENTURY U.S.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY (3). A review of
decision-making involving agricultural, forest,
groundwater, atmospheric and ocean policy
issues from the start of the twentieth century.
Emphasis on oral, written, and analytical skills.
(Bacc Core Course)
GEO 312. HUMAN GEOGRAPHY (3). Origins,
diffusions, and spatial variations in languages,
religions, political systems, resource use, and
environmental perception. PREREQS: GEO 105
and GEO 106 or equivalent.
GEO 315. EARTH MATERIALS II: PETROLOGY
(4). Origin, identification and classification of
igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.
Field trip(s) required, transportation fee charged.
Lec/lab. PREREQS: GEO 310
GEO 322. SURFACE PROCESSES (4).
Examination of surficial processes and terrestrial
landforms of the earth, including slopes, rivers,
glaciers, deserts, and coastlines. Field trip(s)
required; transportation fee charged. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: GEO 102 or GEO 102H or GEO 202
GEO 323. ^CLIMATOLOGY (4). Systematic
analysis of global and regional climates. Physical
principles of climate, climate classifications, and
distribution and characteristics of climate regimes.
Lec/lab. (Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS:
GEO 101 and GEO 202.
GEO 324. GEOGRAPHY OF LIFE: SPECIES
DISTRIBUTIONS AND CONSERVATION (4).
Plant, animal, and biotic community distribution
and dynamics. Effect of climate, tectonics,
disturbance on extinction, speciation, and
succession. Field trip(s) required; transportation
fee charged. Lec/lab.
GEO 325. *GEOGRAPHY OF AFRICA (3). An
introduction to the physical, historical, cultural,
political, and development geography of Africa
south of the Sahara. Offered alternate years. (NC)
(Bacc Core Course)
GEO 326. *GEOGRAPHY OF EUROPE (3). A
regional overview precedes a topical examination
of Europe’s diverse physical and cultural
landscapes and lifestyles. (Bacc Core Course)
GEO 327. *GEOGRAPHY OF ASIA (3).
Geographic analysis of Asia’s lands and peoples.
Emphasis on regional physical environments,
resources and development potentials, population
trends, and international importance to the United
States. May not be offered each year. (NC) (Bacc
Core Course)
GEO 328. *GEOGRAPHY OF LATIN AMERICA
(3). Focuses on the diverse landscapes, peoples
and cultural traditions of Latin America, a vast
region extending from the United States-Mexican
border to the southern tip of South America. (NC)
(Bacc Core Course)
GEO 329. *GEOGRAPHY OF THE UNITED
STATES AND CANADA (3). Cultural, economic,
political, and settlement geography. Emphasis on
regional patterns and problems. Analysis of recent
and projected changes. (Bacc Core Course)
GEO 330. *^GEOGRAPHY OF INTERNATIONAL
DEVELOPMENT AND GLOBALIZATION (3).
Introduction to the geography of global wealth
and inequality with a focus on contemporary
development, underdevelopment, and
globalization problems in Asian, African,
Caribbean, Latin American, and Pacific Island
countries. (Bacc Core Course) (Writing Intensive
Course) PREREQS: GEO 105 or GEO 106 or
instructor approval.
GEO 335. *INTRODUCTION TO WATER
SCIENCE AND POLICY (3). Policy and science
of the hydrologic cycle. Emphasis on interaction
between water’s natural time-space fluctuations
and human uses. CROSSLISTED as CSS 335.
(Bacc Core Course)
GEO 339. AREA STUDIES (1-3). Physical and
cultural processes that give geographical identity
to and influence people’s organization and use of
selected world areas. Areas vary; number may be
repeated (from 1-6 credits) with advisor approval.
Not offered every year. PREREQS: 3 credits of
lower-division geography.
GEO 339H. AREA STUDIES (1-3). Physical and
cultural processes that give geographical identity
to and influence people’s organization and use of
selected world areas. Areas vary; number may be
repeated (from 1-6 credits) with advisor approval.
Not offered every year. PREREQS: 3 credits of
lower-division geography. Honors College approval
required.
GEO 340. STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY (4).
Analysis of geometry and kinematics of geologic
structures including brittle and ductile faults, folds,
joints, deformation fabrics. Field trip(s) required;
transportation fee charged. Lec/lab. PREREQS:
Concurrent enrollment in GEO 301.
GEO 350. *POPULATION GEOGRAPHY
(3). Patterns of spatial distribution of human
populations, data sources, data display, population
structure and dynamics, relationship between
population, resources, and quality of life. Problems
of growth and alternative futures. Offered alternate
years. (SS) (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS:
Upper-division standing.
517
GEO 352. *OREGON: GEOLOGY, PLACE, AND
LIFE ON THE RING OF FIRE (4). Provides an
overview of the geology of Oregon in the context
of the Pacific Northwest including tectonic setting,
geologic features and landscapes, as well as
topics and concepts of interest to society in
general. Lessons will include discussion of the
relationship between people and the landscape,
incorporating the concept of ethnographic
landscapes--geologic structures, natural
resources and geologic hazards that are part
of the identity of a place. Emphasizes written
and graphic communication skills. Field trip
required, transportation fee charged. (Bacc core
course) PREREQS: Introductory science course
recommended.
GEO 360. CARTOGRAPHY (4). Basic
cartographic principles. Design, compilation, and
construction of maps. Lec/lab.
GEO 365. INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHIC
INFORMATION SYSTEMS (4). Introduction to
the principles of geographic information systems
(GIS) and experience using a widely popular
geographic information system for spatial data
input, analysis, and display. PREREQS: GEO 301
or GEO 360 strongly recommended.
GEO 380. *EARTHQUAKES IN THE PACIFIC
NORTHWEST (3). Earthquake hazards in the
Northwest; responses to reducing earthquake risk
at state, local, and personal levels. (Bacc Core
Course)
GEO 399. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
GEO 399H. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
GEO 400. FIELD TRIPS (1-16). Participation in
group field trips that are not a part of any other
course. Transportation fee is charged. Students
may prepare guides for trips. Faculty sponsor
must be prearranged. Graded P/N. PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
GEO 401. RESEARCH (1-16). Independent,
original research subjects guided by faculty
conferences and resulting in a brief written report.
Faculty sponsor must be prearranged. PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
GEO 403. THESIS (1-16). Independent, original
study that culminates in a senior thesis. Faculty
sponsor must be prearranged. PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
GEO 405. READING AND CONFERENCE
(1-16). Independent reading in specialized topics
guided by and discussed in faculty conferences.
Faculty sponsor must be prearranged. PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
GEO 407. SEMINAR (1-16). Graded P/N.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
GEO 408. WORKSHOP (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
GEO 409. ^CONTEMPORARY EARTH SCIENCE
ISSUES (3). In-depth examination of selected
significant issues in the geosciences. Topics vary.
Emphasis on problem solving and collaborative
research. (Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS:
Senior standing in geology, geography, earth
science, or natural resources.
GEO 410. INTERNSHIP (1-15). Pre-career
professional experience under joint faculty and
employer supervision. Graded P/N. PREREQS:
12 credits of upper-division geosciences,
departmental approval required.
GEO 412. IGNEOUS PETROLOGY (4).
Petrogenesis of igneous rocks. Petrographic
analysis using polarizing microscopes. Field trip
may be required, transportation fee charged. Lec/
lab. PREREQS: GEO 315, GEO 415.
GEO 415. EARTH MATERIALS III: IGNEOUS
PETROGRAPHY (4). Study of minerals and
igneous rocks using microscopes. Representation
and interpretation of igneous processes. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: GEO 315
518
Oregon State University
GEO 420. GEOGRAPHY OF RESOURCE USE
(3). Functional concepts of resources, institutions
affecting resource use, role of resources; resource
supply, bases of controversy. Field trip(s) may be
required; transportation fee charged. PREREQS:
9 credits of upper-division geography.
GEO 421. HUMANS AND THEIR WILDLIFE
ENVIRONMENT (3). Examines research
themes associated with the interface of humans
and wildlife resources. Includes discussions of
resource use conflicts, differing philosophies
of wildlife, wildlife ownership, patterns of both
illegal and legal use, and alternative strategies for
incorporating wildlife in planning. Offered alternate
years. PREREQS: 9 credits of upper-division
geography.
GEO 422. RECONSTRUCTING HISTORICAL
LANDSCAPES (3). Survey of historical methods
used to interpret the physical, ecological, social,
and cultural conditions of regions in earlier
time. Emphasis on North American landscapes
and broad patterns of environmental change.
Field trip(s) may be required; transportation fee
charged. PREREQS: Senior or graduate student
standing.
GEO 423. LAND USE (3). Development of a
conceptual framework for land use study; analysis
of land as a resource, land use trends in the U.S.,
land use principles, and management issues as
related to planning.
GEO 424. INTERNATIONAL WATER
RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (3). An
investigation of the various approaches to water
resources geography at the international level.
Explores the interaction between water science
and policy through issues of current “hydropolitics”
and water resources development. Topics include
water quality, dams and development, conflict
and cooperation, climate change, and water
institutions. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
9 credits of upper-division geography and any
course dealing with the hydrologic cycle.
GEO 425. WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
IN THE UNITED STATES (3). An investigation
of the various approaches to water resources
geography within the U.S. Explores the disciplines
that address water resources management,
their tools, and their limitations. Topics include
engineering, law, economics, risk assessment,
game theory, conflict resolution, and the fine arts.
Offered alternate years and separately as GEO
425 and GEO 525. PREREQS: 9 credits of upperdivision geography and any course dealing with
the hydrologic cycle.
GEO 426. THIRD-WORLD RESOURCE
DEVELOPMENT (3). Examines alternative
resource development strategies used in less
developed countries. Alternatives in agriculture,
forestry, fisheries, energy, wildlife management,
mineral development, land use, disease control,
and population manipulation are examined.
Offered alternate years.
GEO 427. ^VOLCANOLOGY (4). A survey of
volcanoes: their distribution, forms, composition,
eruptive products, eruptive styles, and associated
phenomena. Field trip may be required;
transportation fee charged. Offered alternate
years. Lec/lab. (Writing Intensive Course)
PREREQS: GEO 315
GEO 429. TOPICS IN RESOURCE GEOGRAPHY
(3). Fundamental problems with stress upon
methods of analysis. Topics vary; number may be
repeated (from 1-3 times) with approval of major
professor. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
9 credits of upper-division geography.
GEO 430. GEOCHEMISTRY (3). Principles
of geochemistry applied to problems of earth
science. PREREQS: GEO 315 and (CH 121 and
CH 122) or (CH 221 or CH 221H) and (CH 222 or
CH 222H)
GEO 431. APPLIED CLIMATOLOGY (3).
Geographic climatology with a focus on human/
climate relationships. Techniques of climate
classification and data analysis for applied use.
Special reference to climate systems of North
America. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
GEO 323.
reports basic to geography and geology. Field
trip(s) required; transportation fee charged. Lec/
lab. (Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS:
GEO 201, GEO 202, GEO 301 or equivalent.
GEO 432. APPLIED GEOMORPHOLOGY
(3). Effect of landform processes upon human
activity; consequences of resource management
strategies on erosional balance within landscape;
identification of mitigation of natural hazards; role
of geomorphic process studies in environmental
planning. Taught as seminar, themes TBA.
Field trip(s) may be required; transportation fee
charged. PREREQS: GEO 322.
GEO 463. ^GEOPHYSICS AND TECTONICS
(4). Geophysical observations as constraints on
geologic interpretation. Lec/lab. CROSSLISTED
as GPH 463/GPH 563. (Writing Intensive Course)
PREREQS: MTH 251, PH 202 or PH 212 or
equivalent.
GEO 433. COASTAL GEOMORPHOLOGY (3).
Morphodynamic approach to coastal landforms,
processes and evolution including the impacts
and response of humans to coastal change.
PREREQS: (PH 211 or PH 211H) and (PH 212 or
PH 212H) and GEO 322, MTH 251 and MTH 252
or equivalent.
GEO 439. TOPICS IN PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
(3). Fundamental problems with stress upon
methods of analysis. Topics vary; number may be
repeated (from 1-3 times) with approval of major
professor. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
GEO 462.
GEO 440. ECONOMIC GEOLOGY (4). Principles
of the origin, distribution, and importance of
metallic mineral deposits formed by magmatic,
hydrothermal, and sedimentary processes. Lec/
lab. PREREQS: GEO 315, GEO 340.
GEO 444. REMOTE SENSING (4).
Fundamentals of satellite remote sensing and
image analysis. Topics include physical principles
of remote sensing from the ultraviolet to the
microwave, sensors and sensor technology, and
environmental applications of remote sensing
through image analysis. Lec/lab. PREREQS:
GEO 301
GEO 445. COMPUTER-ASSISTED
CARTOGRAPHY (3). Concepts and techniques
underlying the production of maps by computer.
Practical experience with a variety of computer
mapping packages. Lec/lab. PREREQS:
GEO 360, MTH 112.
GEO 451. ENVIRONMENTAL SITE PLANNING
(3). The use of geographic concepts/techniques in
land use and site planning; especially natural area
inventory, classification and analysis. Findings-offact presentation and report writing. Two local field
trips may be required; transportation fee charged.
Offered alternate years.
GEO 452. PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES
OF RURAL AND RESOURCE PLANNING (3).
Principles, techniques, and current practices
of land use planning for rural areas. Emphasis
on resource issues, organization of data, policy
development, and decision-making. Offered
alternate years. PREREQS: GEO 423/GEO 523.
GEO 453. RESOURCE EVALUATION
METHODS/EIS (3). Methods of resource
analysis for land use planning; resource rating
systems; environmental impact assessment:
laws, procedures, and methods. Field trip(s) may
be required; transportation fee charged. Offered
alternate years. PREREQS: GEO 452.
GEO 460. MULTIMEDIA CARTOGRAPHY
(4). Map design principles and technology for
multimedia cartography, especially interactive and
animated mapping. Laboratory experience with
interactive and animated mapping software. Lec/
lab. PREREQS: GEO 360
GEO 461. GEOLOGY OF EARTHQUAKES (3).
Tectonics of the present day as based on surface
geology, geodesy, seismicity, and crustal structure;
description of active faults and folds; use of
neotectonics in evaluation of earthquake hazard.
Field trip(s) may be required; transportation fee
charged. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
GEO 340
GEO 462. ^GEOSCIENCES FIELD METHODS
(4). Field course. Measurements, mapping and
GEO 464. GEOSCIENCE INTERPRETATION
(4). Methods to present geological observations
and meanings to diverse audiences in parks,
museums, etc. Emphasis on oral, written, and
graphic communication skills. Lec/lab. Offered
alternate years. PREREQS: GEO 201 and
GEO 202, or equivalent.
GEO 465. GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
SYSTEMS AND SCIENCE (4). Introduction to
modern spatial data processing, development,
and functions of geographic information systems
(GIS); theory, concepts and applications of
geographic information science (GISci). Lec/lab.
GEO 466. DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING
(3). Digital analysis of remote sensor data.
Image display enhancement, classification, and
rectification principles. Practical experience with
an image processing system. Offered alternate
years. Lec/lab. PREREQS: GEO 444
GEO 469. TOPICS IN GEOGRAPHIC
TECHNIQUES (3). Advanced and specialized
geographic information processing techniques,
procedures, and applications. Topics vary; number
may be repeated (up to two times) with approval
of major professor. Not offered every year.
GEO 470. STRATIGRAPHY AND
SEDIMENTOLOGY (4). Historical development;
lithostratigraphy; the stratigraphic code;
correlation; sequence magneto and seismic
stratigraphy; sedimentary processes, structures,
facies, and depositional environments; field
and laboratory procedures. Field trip(s) may be
required; transportation fee charged. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: GEO 315, GEO 340.
GEO 479. CLAY MINERALOGY (3). Nature,
properties, occurrence, genesis, and applications
of clay minerals in geologic and soil environments.
Field trip required; transportation fee charged. Lec/
lab. Offered alternate years.
GEO 481. GLACIAL GEOLOGY (4). Mass
balance of glaciers, physics of glacial flow,
processes of glacial erosion and deposition,
glacial meltwater, glacial isostasy and eustasy,
and Quaternary stratigraphy. Field trip(s) may
be required; transportation fee charged. Lec/lab.
Offered alternate years. PREREQS: GEO 202.
GEO 483. SNOW HYDROLOGY (3).
Fundamentals of snow hydrology. Physical
principles of snow formation, snowpack
accumulation, energy balance, snowcover-climate
interactions, snow metamorphism, snowpack
ablation, snowpack/snowmelt chemistry, remote
sensing of snow, avalanches, field methods,
snowmelt/runoff modeling techniques, and
watershed processes. PREREQS: GEO 202 and
MTH 111.
GEO 486. QUATERNARY PALEOCLIMATOLOGY
(3). Introduction to geochronology, climate
proxies, climate forcing, and climate modelling
applied to paleoclimate problems. Emphasis on
Quaternary climate history. PREREQS: (GEO 202
or GEO 203) and CH 121 and CH 122, PH 201,
PH 211, or equivalent.
GEO 487. HYDROGEOLOGY (4). Movement
of water through porous media. Darcy’s Law
and groundwater flow equation. Development of
groundwater resources. Computer models. Lec/
lab. PREREQS: MTH 252, GEO 202.
GEO 488. QUATERNARY STRATIGRAPHY
OF NORTH AMERICA (3). Stratigraphic
principles applied to Quaternary deposits. Survey
Quaternary dating methods. Proxy records
College of Science
519
GEO 517. GEOLOGIC REPORT WRITING (2).
Construction of geologic reports and research
proposals. Clarity, integrity, and criticism in written
communication.
GEO 530. GEOCHEMISTRY (3). Principles
of geochemistry applied to problems of earth
science. PREREQS: GEO 315; CH 121 and
CH 122 or CH 221 and CH 222.
GEO 518. GEOSCIENCE COMMUNICATION (3).
Professional development of the skills of technical
editing and writing for geoscientists. Practice the
craft of presentation development and delivery,
and the broader issues of problem development,
and manuscript and proposal writing specific to
geoscience graduate students.
GEO 531. APPLIED CLIMATOLOGY (3).
Geographic climatology with a focus on human/
climate relationships. Techniques of climate
classification and data analysis for applied use.
Special reference to climate systems of North
America. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
GEO 323.
GEO 495. ADVANCED FIELD GEOLOGY (6).
Six-week summer program in central Oregon.
Collect field data to make geological maps, crosssections, columns, and reports. Fee charged.
PREREQS: GEO 315 and GEO 340
GEO 520. GEOGRAPHY OF RESOURCE USE
(3). Functional concepts of resources, institutions
affecting resource use, role of resources; resource
supply, bases of controversy. Field trip(s) may be
required; transportation fee charged. PREREQS:
9 credits of upper-division geography.
GEO 497. FIELD MAPPING OF ORE DEPOSITS
(3). Eight-day field trip over spring vacation to
a mineral district in the western United States,
emphasizing detailed mapping of outcrops,
trenches, and underground workings. Students
prepare final maps and a report suitable for
presentation to management or publication during
spring term. Transportation fee charged. Not offered
every year. PREREQS: GEO 440/GEO 540,
GEO 495/GEO 595.
GEO 521. HUMANS AND THEIR WILDLIFE
ENVIRONMENT (3). Examines research
themes associated with the interface of humans
and wildlife resources. Includes discussions of
resource use conflicts, differing philosophies
of wildlife, wildlife ownership, patterns of both
illegal and legal use, and alternative strategies for
incorporating wildlife in planning. Offered alternate
years. PREREQS: 9 credits of upper-division
geography.
GEO 532. APPLIED GEOMORPHOLOGY
(3). Effect of landform processes upon human
activity; consequences of resource management
strategies on erosional balance within landscape;
identification of mitigation of natural hazards; role
of geomorphic process studies in environmental
planning. Taught as seminar, themes TBA.
Field trip(s) may be required; transportation fee
charged. PREREQS: GEO 322.
GEO 499. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
GEO 522. RECONSTRUCTING HISTORICAL
LANDSCAPES (3). Survey of historical methods
used to interpret the physical, ecological, social,
and cultural conditions of regions in earlier
time. Emphasis on North American landscapes
and broad patterns of environmental change.
Field trip(s) may be required; transportation fee
charged. PREREQS: Senior or graduate student
standing.
of glaciation and climate change. Quaternary
stratigraphy of North America, emphasizing
stratigraphic records of ice sheets, glaciers, and
pluvial lakes. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
GEO 481/GEO 581 or instructor approval
required.
GEO 489. ROLE OF FLUIDS IN GEOLOGIC
PROCESSES (3). Principles of fluid/solid
mechanics and heat/mass transport as applied to
geologic processes. Topics include compaction;
oil/mineral emplacement; faulting. PREREQS:
GEO 487 or CE 412, MTH 252.
GEO 500. FIELD TRIPS (1-16). Participation in
group field trips that are not a part of any other
course. Transportation fee is charged. Students
may prepare guides for trips. Faculty sponsor
must be prearranged. Graded P/N. PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
GEO 501. RESEARCH (1-16). Independent,
original research subjects guided by faculty
conferences and resulting in a brief written report.
Faculty sponsor must be prearranged. PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
GEO 503. THESIS (1-16). Independent, original
study that culminates in a senior thesis. Faculty
sponsor must be prearranged. PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
GEO 505. READING AND CONFERENCE
(1-16). Independent reading in specialized topics
guided by and discussed in faculty conferences.
Faculty sponsor must be prearranged. PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
GEO 507. SEMINAR (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
GEO 508. WORKSHOP (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
GEO 510. INTERNSHIP (1-15). Pre-career
professional experience under joint faculty and
employer supervision. May not be used to meet
minimum credit hour requirements for graduate
degrees in geosciences. Graded P/N. PREREQS:
12 credits of upper-division geosciences.
GEO 512. IGNEOUS PETROLOGY (4).
Petrogenesis of igneous rocks. Petrographic
analysis using polarizing microscopes. Field trip
may be required, transportation fee charged. Lec/
lab. PREREQS: GEO 315, GEO 415.
GEO 514. GROUNDWATER HYDRAULICS
(3). Principles of groundwater flow and chemical
transport in confined and unconfined aquifers,
aquifer testing and well construction. Design of
dewatering and contaminant recovery systems.
CROSSLISTED as BEE 514 and CE 514.
PREREQS: MTH 252.
GEO 515. HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF
GEOGRAPHY (3). The historical development of
research traditions in the discipline of geography.
This includes an examination of changes in
conceptual structures and current trends.
PREREQS: Graduate standing in geography.
GEO 516. INTERPRETATION OF GEOLOGIC
MAPS (2). Development of skills in formulating
geologic problems, using geologic maps, and
developing solutions by the scientific method.
PREREQS: GEO 495/GEO 595.
GEO 523. LAND USE (3). Development of a
conceptual framework for land use study; analysis
of land as a resource, land use trends in the U.S.,
land use principles, and management issues as
related to planning.
GEO 524. INTERNATIONAL WATER
RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (3). An
investigation of the various approaches to water
resources geography at the international level.
Explores the interaction between water science
and policy through issues of current “hydropolitics”
and water resources development. Topics include
water quality, dams and development, conflict
and cooperation, climate change, and water
institutions. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
9 credits of upper-division geography and any
course dealing with the hydrologic cycle.
GEO 525. WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
IN THE UNITED STATES (3). An investigation
of the various approaches to water resources
geography within the U.S. Explores the disciplines
that address water resources management,
their tools, and their limitations. Topics include
engineering, law, economics, risk assessment,
game theory, conflict resolution, and the fine arts.
Offered alternate years and separately as GEO
425 and GEO 525. PREREQS: 9 credits of upperdivision geography.
GEO 533. COASTAL GEOMORPHOLOGY (3).
Morphodynamic approach to coastal landforms,
processes and evolution including the impacts
and response of humans to coastal change.
PREREQS: MTH 251 and MTH 252, PH 211 and
PH 212 or equivalent and GEO 322 or equivalent.
GEO 534. FIELD GEOGRAPHY OF OREGON
(3). Designed to introduce students to the widest
possible range of topics on all aspects of Oregon
geography within a limited time, then turn that
experience into a viable research proposal. While
physical processes are the primary topic, resource
and environmental effects are stressed.
GEO 535. GEOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS
TECHNIQUES (3). An introduction to the theory,
techniques and instrumentation used for the
chemical analysis of Earth Materials, with
emphasis on analysis of solid earth material
samples (predominantly, but not restricted to,
rocks). Includes discussions of laboratory safety,
relevant statistical approaches, basic physical
and chemical principles of analysis, sample
preparation techniques and data processing and
reporting. Course also includes a large component
of hands-on experience with instrumentation
available in house in the Department of
Geosciences and College of Oceanic and
Atmospheric Sciences. PREREQS: GEO 430 or
GEO 530 or equivalent.
GEO 536. STRUCTURAL AND NEOTECTONIC
FIELD METHODS (3). Field-intensive mapping
experience emphasizing a topical issue in active
tectonics, neotectonics, earthquake geology, or
structural geology. One-week field trip required;
transportation fee charged. Weekly discussions
during quarter. Offered alternate years.
PREREQS: GEO 495/GEO 595.
GEO 537. TECTONIC GEOMORPHOLOGY
(3). Exploration of linkages between patterns
of erosion, crustal deformation, and landscape
evolution from geomorphic, geologic, geophysical,
and modeling perspectives. Field trip required;
transportation fee charged. Offered alternate
years. PREREQS: GEO 322; GEO 340.
GEO 526. THIRD-WORLD RESOURCE
DEVELOPMENT (3). Examines alternative
resource development strategies used in less
developed countries. Alternatives in agriculture,
forestry, fisheries, energy, wildlife management,
mineral development, land use, disease control,
and population manipulation are examined.
Offered alternate years.
GEO 538. ECOSYSTEM INFORMATICS FIELD
TRIP (2). A five-day intensive residential field trip
in the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest in the
Cascade Range will introduce first-year graduate
students in the Ecosystem Informatics program
to the research life cycle and key ecosystem
informatics concepts. PREREQS: Graduate
student status.
GEO 527. VOLCANOLOGY (4). A survey of
volcanoes: their distribution, forms, composition,
eruptive products, eruptive styles, and associated
phenomena. Field trip may be required;
transportation fee charged. Offered alternate
years. Lec/lab. PREREQS: GEO 315.
GEO 539. TOPICS IN PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
(3). Fundamental problems with stress upon
methods of analysis. Topics vary; number may be
repeated (from 1-3 times) with approval of major
professor. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
GEO 462.
GEO 529. TOPICS IN RESOURCE GEOGRAPHY
(3). Fundamental problems with stress upon
methods of analysis. Topics vary; number may be
repeated (from 1-3 times) with approval of major
professor. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
9 credits of upper-division geography.
GEO 540. ECONOMIC GEOLOGY (4). Principles
of the origin, distribution, and importance of
metallic mineral deposits formed by magmatic,
hydrothermal, and sedimentary processes. Lec/
lab. PREREQS: GEO 315, GEO 340.
520
Oregon State University
GEO 541. SPATIO-TEMPORAL VARIATION
IN ECOLOGY AND EARTH SCIENCE (4).
Objectives and techniques of spatial and
temporal analysis. Point patterns, geostatistics,
spectral analysis, wavelet analysis, interpolation,
and mapping. Lec/lab. Offered alternate years.
PREREQS: ST 411/ST 511.
GEO 542. CONCEPTS IN ECOSYSTEM
INFORMATICS (3). An introduction for first-year
graduate students in the Ecosystem Informatics
program to basic concepts in mathematics,
computer sciences, and ecosystem science;
formation of multi-disciplinary student teams; and
identification of research problems pursued for
the one-year course series. PREREQS: Graduate
student status.
GEO 543. APPLICATIONS IN ECOSYSTEM
INFORMATICS (4). Student teams review
theoretical (mathematical) conceptualizations for
problems, select appropriate modeling paradigms
for their chosen problem, and design models. Lec/
lab. PREREQS: Graduate standing; GEO 542 is
highly recommended.
GEO 544. REMOTE SENSING (4).
Fundamentals of satellite remote sensing and
image analysis. Topics include physical principles
of remote sensing from the ultraviolet to the
microwave, sensors and sensor technology, and
environmental applications of remote sensing
through image analysis. PREREQS: GEO 301.
GEO 545. COMPUTER-ASSISTED
CARTOGRAPHY (3). Concepts and techniques
underlying the production of maps by computer.
Practical experience with a variety of computer
mapping packages. Lec/lab. PREREQS:
GEO 360, MTH 112.
GEO 546. ADVANCED LANDSCAPE ECOLOGY
(3). Pattern-process interactions in large scale
ecological and physical systems. Hypothesis
testing, field techniques, spatial models/statistics,
GIS/remote sensing. PREREQS: 9 graduate
science credits.
GEO 547. COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH IN
ECOSYSTEM INFORMATICS (4). Student
teams design, implement, and present results
of ecosystem informatics models. Students will
revise and iteratively modify their models, as
well as defend their projects’ contributions to
ecosystem science, management, and policy. Lec/
lab. PREREQS: Graduate standing; GEO 542 and
GEO 543 are highly recommended.
GEO 548. FIELD RESEARCH IN
GEOMORPHOLOGY AND LANDSCAPE
ECOLOGY (3). Natural history interpretation
of disturbance and recovery processes and
management implications in forest-stream
landscapes of western Oregon. Course consists
of field experience and several seminars.
Transportation and lodging fee charged.
PREREQS: 9 graduate credits of sciences or
engineering.
GEO 551. ENVIRONMENTAL SITE PLANNING
(3). The use of geographic concepts/techniques in
land use and site planning; especially natural area
inventory, classification and analysis. Findings-offact presentation and report writing. Two local field
trips may be required; transportation fee charged.
Offered alternate years.
GEO 552. PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES
OF RURAL AND RESOURCE PLANNING (3).
Principles, techniques, and current practices
of land use planning for rural areas. Emphasis
on resource issues, organization of data, policy
development, and decision-making. Offered
alternate years. PREREQS: GEO 423/GEO 523.
GEO 553. RESOURCE EVALUATION
METHODS/EIS (3). Methods of resource
analysis for land use planning; resource rating
systems; environmental impact assessment:
laws, procedures, and methods. Field trip(s) may
be required; transportation fee charged. Offered
alternate years. PREREQS: GEO 452.
GEO 560. MULTIMEDIA CARTOGRAPHY
(4). Map design principles and technology for
multimedia cartography, especially interactive and
animated mapping. Laboratory experience with
interactive and animated mapping software. Lec/
lab. PREREQS: GEO 360.
GEO 561. GEOLOGY OF EARTHQUAKES (3).
Tectonics of the present day as based on surface
geology, geodesy, seismicity, and crustal structure;
description of active faults and folds; use of
neotectonics in evaluation of earthquake hazard.
Field trip(s) may be required; transportation fee
charged. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
GEO 340.
zones, and fluvial systems at multiple spatial
and temporal scales. Offered alternate years.
PREREQS: 9 graduate credits of sciences or
engineering.
GEO 583. SNOW HYDROLOGY (3).
Fundamentals of snow hydrology. Physical
principles of snow formation, snowpack
accumulation, energy balance, snowcover-climate
interactions, snow metamorphism, snowpack
ablation, snowpack/snowmelt chemistry, remote
sensing of snow, avalanches, field methods,
snowmelt/runoff modeling techniques, and
watershed processes.
GEO 563. GEOPHYSICS AND TECTONICS
(4). Geophysical observations as constraints on
geologic interpretation. Lec/lab. CROSSLISTED
as GPH 463/GPH 563. PREREQS: MTH 251,
PH 202 or PH 212 or equivalent.
GEO 585. ADVANCED REMOTE SENSING AND
DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING (3). An end-toend approach to learning advanced techniques
in remote sensing and digital processing from
field measurements to global scale observations.
Topics covered will include field methods, field
spectroscopy, spectral mixture analysis, scaling,
atmospheric characterization and correction,
calibration/validation, change detection, cloud
masking, global observations, and new missions.
Weekly labs will involve digital image processing
and field data collection and analysis. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: GEO 544 and GEO 566 and ST 511
GEO 564. GEOSCIENCE INTERPRETATION
(4). Methods to present geological observations
and meanings to diverse audiences in parks,
museums, etc. Emphasis on oral, written, and
graphic communication skills. Lec/lab. Offered
alternate years. PREREQS: GEO 201 and
GEO 202 (or equivalent).
GEO 586. QUATERNARY PALEOCLIMATOLOGY
(3). Introduction to geochronology, climate
proxies, climate forcing, and climate modelling
applied to paleoclimate problems. Emphasis on
Quaternary climate history. PREREQS: GEO 202
or GEO 203, or equivalent; CH 121 and CH 122,
or equivalent; PH 201 and PH 211, or equivalent.
GEO 565. GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
SYSTEMS AND SCIENCE (4). Introduction to
modern spatial data processing, development,
and functions of geographic information systems
(GIS); theory, concepts and applications of
geographic information science (GISci). Lec/lab.
GEO 588. QUATERNARY STRATIGRAPHY
OF NORTH AMERICA (3). Stratigraphic
principles applied to Quaternary deposits. Survey
Quaternary dating methods. Proxy records
of glaciation and climate change. Quaternary
stratigraphy of North America, emphasizing
stratigraphic records of ice sheets, glaciers, and
pluvial lakes. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
GEO 481/GEO 581 or instructor approval
required.
GEO 562. GEOSCIENCES FIELD METHODS
(4). Field course. Measurements, mapping and
reports basic to geography and geology. Field
trip(s) required; transportation fee charged. Lec/
lab. PREREQS: GEO 201, GEO 202, GEO 301 or
equivalent.
GEO 566. DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING
(3). Digital analysis of remote sensor data.
Image display enhancement, classification, and
rectification principles. Practical experience with
an image processing system. Offered alternate
years. Lec/lab. PREREQS: GEO 544
GEO 569. TOPICS IN GEOGRAPHIC
TECHNIQUES (3). Advanced and specialized
geographic information processing techniques,
procedures, and applications. Topics vary; course
may be repeated up to two times with approval of
major professor. Not offered every year.
GEO 570. STRATIGRAPHY AND
SEDIMENTOLOGY (4). Historical development;
lithostratigraphy; the stratigraphic code;
correlation; sequence magneto and seismic
stratigraphy; sedimentary processes, structures,
facies, and depositional environments; field
and laboratory procedures. Field trip(s) may be
required; transportation fee charged. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: GEO 315, GEO 340.
GEO 579. CLAY MINERALOGY (3). Nature,
properties, occurrence, genesis, and applications
of clay minerals in geologic and soil environments.
Field trip required; transportation fee charged. Lec/
lab. Offered alternate years.
GEO 580. ADVANCED GIS APPLICATIONS IN
THE GEOSCIENCES (4). Advanced geographic
information science theory, analysis, and projects
involving geosciences, coastal/marine, and other
natural resource studies. Advanced training
in a professional grade GIS package. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: GEO 465/GEO 565 or equivalent.
GEO 581. GLACIAL GEOLOGY (4). Mass
balance of glaciers, physics of glacial flow,
processes of glacial erosion and deposition,
glacial meltwater, glacial isostasy and eustasy,
and Quaternary stratigraphy. Field trip(s) may
be required; transportation fee charged. Lec/lab.
Offered alternate years. PREREQS: GEO 202.
GEO 582. GEOMORPHOLOGY OF FORESTS
AND STREAMS (3). Physical processes (erosion,
transport, deposition, hydraulics, morphology)
and biotic interactions on hillslopes, riparian
GEO 589. ROLE OF FLUIDS IN GEOLOGIC
PROCESSES (3). Principles of fluid/solid
mechanics and heat/mass transport as applied to
geologic processes. Topics include compaction;
oil/mineral emplacement; faulting. PREREQS:
GEO 487 or CE 412, MTH 252.
GEO 593. TOPICS IN QUATERNARY GEOLOGY
(2). Survey of current ideas and issues relating
to Quaternary-age geologic environments.
Topics may include advances in geochronology,
causes of climate change, modeling of ice age
geodynamics. May be repeated up to 5 times.
GEO 595. ADVANCED FIELD GEOLOGY (6).
Six-week summer program in central Oregon.
Collect field data to make geological maps, crosssections, columns, and reports. Fee charged.
PREREQS: GEO 315 and GEO 340
GEO 597. FIELD MAPPING OF ORE DEPOSITS
(3). Eight-day field trip over spring vacation to
a mineral district in the western United States,
emphasizing detailed mapping of outcrops,
trenches, and underground workings. Students
prepare final maps and a report suitable for
presentation to management or publication during
spring term. Transportation fee charged. Not offered
every year. PREREQS: GEO 440/GEO 540,
GEO 495/GEO 595.
GEO 599. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
GEO 600. FIELD TRIPS (1-16). Participation
in group field trips that are not part of any other
course. Transportation fee charged. Students may
prepare guide for trips. Faculty sponsors must be
arranged. Graded P/N.
GEO 601. RESEARCH (1-16).
GEO 603. THESIS (1-16).
GEO 605. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
GEO 606. PROJECTS (1-16).
College of Science
GEO 607. SEMINAR (1-16). Graded P/N.
GEO 608. WORKSHOP (1-16).
GEO 622. IGNEOUS PETROLOGY (3). Controls
on the distribution of major and trace elements;
theory, applications, and examples. Field trip(s)
may be required; transportation fee charged.
Offered alternate years. PREREQS: GEO 412/
GEO 512.
GEO 633. GEOCHRONOLOGY AND ISOTOPE
GEOLOGY (3). Measurements of cosmic
and geologic time by radioactive decay. Use of
radiogenic and stable isotopic tracers in geology.
Offered alternate years. CROSSLISTED as OC
633. PREREQS: Graduate standing in geology or
related fields.
GEO 691. MASS AND HEAT TRANSPORT IN
THE ENVIRONMENT (4). Quantitative treatment
of processes affecting transport in lakes, streams,
and groundwater: advection; diffusion; dispersion.
Lec/lab. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
GEO 487 or CE 412 or equivalent; MTH 256.
GEO 694. TOPICS IN ORE GENESIS (1-3).
In-depth examination of published research
on selected mineral deposits to build an
understanding of environments and processes
of ore formation. Can be repeated 2 times for a
maximum of 6 credits. Offered alternate years.
Mathematical Sciences
Mathematics
Graduate Major
Mathematics (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Actuarial Science
Algebra
Analysis
Applied Mathematics
Computational Mathematics
Differential Equations
Financial Mathematics
Geometry
Mathematics Education
Number Theory
Numerical Analysis
Topology
Probability
Graduate Minor
Mathematics
GEO 699. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
METEOROLOGY
See Atmospheric Sciences in the College
of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences
MATHEMATICS
Dennis J. Garity, Chair
368 Kidder Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-4605
541-737-5138
E-mail: dennis.garity@oregonstate.edu
Website: http://www.math.oregonstate.
edu
FACULTY
Professors Bogley, Burton, Chen,
Dick, Dray, Faridani, Finch, Garity,
Higdon, Lee, Ossiander, Parks, Petersen,
Pohjanpelto, Schmidt, Showalter,
Solmon, Thomann, Waymire
Associate Professors Edwards, Escher,
Flahive, Murphy, Peszynska
Assistant Professors Bokil, Gibson,
Kovchegov, Swisher
Adjunct Professors Batten (ME),
Colbert, Manogue (PH)
Adjunct Assistant Professor Zhang
(ECE)
Research Associate Yi
AFFILIATE FACULTY
Ando
Undergraduate Majors
Mathematics (BS)
Option
Secondary Teaching Emphasis
Mathematical Sciences (BS)
Minors
Actuarial Science
The department offers programs leading
to the BS, MA, MS, and PhD degrees
in mathematics. Minors are offered in
mathematics, mathematical sciences, and
actuarial science. The department offers
the BS in Mathematical Sciences degree
with the cooperation of the Departments
of Computer Science and Statistics.
Students interested in careers in teaching mathematics at the secondary level
should contact a departmental advisor
specializing in mathematics education
and discuss the Secondary Teaching
Emphasis option available under the
mathematics major. Likewise, students
interested in careers in the area of financial mathematics or as actuaries should
meet with a member of the departmental
Actuarial Sciences Committee.
Additional information pamphlets
about both the undergraduate and graduate programs are available on the Department of Mathematics Website.
The mathematics major requirements
at the upper division comprise about
45 credits of course work. This leaves
about 45 credits of free electives that
can be used to design a degree program
in mathematics that is tailored to each
major’s particular interests.
MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES
(BS, CRED, HBS)
The Mathematical Sciences degree
provides breadth of training in the three
areas of computer science, mathematics,
and statistics. The major in mathematical
sciences allows concentration in applied
mathematics, mathematical statistics,
applied analysis, assemblers and compilers, or operating systems. The program is
designed to provide employment opportunities in industry and government and
to prepare students for graduate work
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in areas requiring a quantitative background without narrow specialization.
Students begin by taking a common
group of courses. Areas of specialization
are developed in the junior and senior
years.
Freshman and Sophomore Years (90)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
Either MTH 253. Infinite Series and
Sequences (4)
or MTH 306. Matrix and Power Series
Methods (4)
MTH 231. Elements of Discrete
Mathematics (4)
MTH 232. Elements of Discrete
Mathematics (4)
MTH 256. Applied Differential Equations (4)
CS 151. Intro to C Programming (4)
CS 161. Intro to Computer Science I (4)
CS 162. Intro to Computer Science II (4)
CS 261. Data Structures (4)
CS 271. Computer Architecture and
Assembly Language (4)
Either one of the following three
statistics courses:
ST 314. Introduction to Statistics for
Engineers (4)
ST 317. Probability and Statistics for ECE (4)
ST 351. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
Or both of the following statistics
courses:
ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3)
ST 209. Principles of Hypothesis Testing (1)
Baccalaureate core courses (40–42)
Electives (0–2)
Junior and Senior Years
GPA of 2.25 or better in required math
science courses
CS 325. Analysis of Algorithms (4)
MTH 311. Advanced Calculus (3)
MTH 341. Linear Algebra I (3)
MTH 351. Intro to Numerical Analysis (3)
ST 411. Methods of Data Analysis (4)
ST 421. Intro to Mathematical Statistics (4)
ST 422. Intro to Mathematical Statistics (4)
Select one WIC from below (3 4):
MTH 323. ^Mathematical Modeling (3)
MTH 333. ^Fundamental Concepts of
Topology (3)
MTH 338. ^Non-Euclidean Geometry (3)
CS 361. ^Software Engineering I (4)
Baccalaureate core courses (9)
College of Science and university
requirements and electives (40–45)
Approved upper-division
specialization lists:
Complete, as indicated, courses in either
the Mathematics List or the Computer
Science List or the Statistics List:
Mathematics List—Select three courses (9):
MTH 440. Computational Number Theory (3)
MTH 451. Numerical Linear Algebra (3)
MTH 452. Numerical Solutions of Ordinary
Differential Equations (3)
MTH 453. Numerical Solutions of Partial
Differential Equations (3)
MTH 463. Theory of Probability I (3)
MTH 464. Theory of Probability II (3)
MTH 465. Theory of Probability III (3)
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Computer Science List—Select three
courses (9–12):
CS 321. Introduction to the Theory of
Computation (3)
CS 311. Operating Systems I (4)
CS 331. Introduction to Artificial
Intelligence (4)
CS 411. Operating Systems II (4)
CS 420. Graph Theory with Applications to
Computer Science (3)
CS 440. Data Base Management Systems (4)
CS 450. Introduction to Computer Graphics
(4)
CS 475. Introduction to Parallel Computing
(4)
MTH 440. Computational Number Theory (3)
MTH 441. Applied and Computational
Algebra (3)
MTH 451. Numerical Linear Algebra (3)
Statistics List—One of the two 3-course
lists (8–10):
List 1:
ST 407. Seminar (1)
ST 412. Methods of Data Analysis (4)
and either ST 413. Methods of Data
Analysis (4)
or ST 415. Design and Analysis of
Planned Experiments (3)
List 2:
ST 441. Probability, Computing, and
Simulation in Statistics (4)
ST 443. Applied Stochastic Models (3)
and either ST 481. Linear Programming (3)
or ST 483. Nonlinear Optimization (3)
MATHEMATICS (BS, CRED, HBS)
The BS in Mathematics degree requirements consist of a common core of
courses at the lower division and juniorlevel followed by senior-level breadth
courses allowing for some individual
choice. The upper-division requirements
in the major total 47 credits. Thus, a
mathematics major has ample opportunity to take further mathematics courses
focused toward specific interests and
career goals. Interdisciplinary programs
with other departments are strongly
encouraged.
What follows are the requirements for
the BS in Mathematics degree together
with a suggested timeline.
Freshman Year (45)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
MTH 253. Infinite Series and Sequences (4)
PH 211. *General Physics with Calculus (4)
Baccalaureate core courses (29)
Sophomore Year (45)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
MTH 255. Vector Calculus II (4)
MTH 256. Applied Differential Equations (4)
MTH 341. Linear Algebra (3)
Baccalaureate core courses (13)
Other electives (17)
Junior Year (45)
A grade of at least “C–” and a GPA of
2.25 are required in all upper-division
mathematics courses used to fulfill degree requirements.
MTH 311, MTH 312. Advanced Calculus (4,4)
MTH 342. Linear Algebra II (4)
MTH 343. Intro to Modern Algebra (3)
MTH 355. Discrete Mathematics (3)
Select one course from the following
courses (WIC) (3):
MTH 323. ^Mathematical Modeling (3)
MTH 333. ^Fundamental Concepts of
Topology (3)
MTH 338. ^Non-Euclidean Geometry (3)
Baccalaureate core courses (6)
Other electives (18)
Senior Year (45)
Five courses from the following seven
(15):
MTH 430. Metric Spaces and Topology (3)
MTH 434. Intro to Differential Geometry (3)
MTH 440. Computational Number Theory (3)
MTH 451. Numerical Linear Algebra (3)
MTH 463. Probability I (3)
MTH 480. Systems of Ordinary Differential
Equations (3)
One 400-level course in complex variables.
Two additional courses selected
from below (6):
Non-blanket numbered (not X99- or X0Xnumbered) upper-division MTH courses,
400-level ST courses, or other courses of a
mathematical nature approved by the
departmental head advisor.
Electives (24)
SECONDARY TEACHING
EMPHASIS OPTION
Students preparing for careers teaching
mathematics at the secondary level may
wish to major in mathematics with the
following transcript-visible option. This
option helps prepare students to pursue a
teaching licensure program in their fifth
year. Option requirements and a suggested timeline follow:
Freshman Year (45)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
MTH 253. Infinite Series and Sequences (4)
PH 211. *General Physics with Calculus (4)
Baccalaureate core courses (29)
Sophomore Year (45)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
MTH 255. Vector Calculus II (4)
MTH 256. Applied Differential Equations (4)
MTH 341. Linear Algebra (3)
Baccalaureate core courses (13)
Other electives (17)
Junior Year (45)
A grade of at least “C–” and a GPA of
2.25 are required in all upper-division
mathematics courses used to fulfill degree
requirements.
MTH 311, MTH 312. Advanced Calculus (4,4)
MTH 342. Linear Algebra II (4)
MTH 343. Intro to Modern Algebra (3)
MTH 355. Discrete Mathematics (3)
MTH 361. Intro to Probability (3)
MTH 338. ^Non-Euclidean Geometry (3)
SED 309. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3)
Baccalaureate core courses (6)
Other electives (12)
Senior Year (45)
MTH 491, MTH 492, MTH 493. Algebra and
Geometric Transformations (3,3,3)
SED 409. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3)
ST 351. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
Two additional courses selected from
below (6):
Non-blanket numbered (not X99- or X0Xnumbered) upper-division MTH courses,
including MTH 306, Matrix and Power
Series Methods (4)
400-level ST courses, or other courses of
a mathematical nature approved by the
departmental head advisor.
Electives (24)
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•
•
Students wanting a stronger
background in statistics may
substitute ST 421 for ST 351.
Students wanting a stronger
background in probability may
substitute MTH 463, Probability
I, (usually taken in the senior year)
for MTH 361.
Students wanting a stronger
background in mathematics should
choose some electives from the seven
senior courses listed above in the
mathematics major.
ACTUARIAL SCIENCE MINOR
Required (22)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
MTH 253. Infinite Series and Sequences (4)
or MTH 306. Matrix and Power Series
Methods (4)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
MTH 341. Linear Algebra I (3)
MTH 361. Introduction to Probability (3)
Select at least 2 courses from the
following upper-division courses
(6–8):
MTH 351. Introduction to Numerical
Analysis (3)
MTH 463. Probability I (3)
MTH 464. Probability II (3)
MTH 465. Probability III (3)
MTH 467. Actuarial Mathematics (3)
ST 411. Methods of Data Analysis (4)
ST 412. Methods of Data Analysis (4)
ST 413. Methods of Data Analysis (4)
ST 421. Introduction to Mathematical
Statistics (4)
ST 422. Introduction to Mathematical
Statistics (4)
ST 441. Probability, Computing, and
Simulation in Statistics (4)
ST 443. Applied Stochastic Models (3)
Restriction: The Actuarial Science minor must include 27 credits, at least 12 of
which must be upper-division credits.
Except for MTH 306 and MTH 341,
upper-division courses used to satisfy a
student’s major requirements may not
also be used to satisfy requirements for
the Actuarial Science minor.
Total=28–30
College of Science
MATHEMATICAL
SCIENCES MINOR
The requirements for the minor in
mathematical sciences are a total of
10 courses, totaling at least 30 credits,
selected from either the mathematical
sciences major or MTH 361, Introduction
to Probability (3), and ST 431, Sampling
Methods (3). These must include 15 upperdivision credits and two courses each
from computer science, mathematics,
and statistics.
Restriction: No upper-division
course used to satisfy a requirement in
the student’s major can be used to satisfy
mathematical sciences minor requirements of the student.
MATHEMATICS MINOR
The requirements for a minor in mathematics are 30 credits of MTH courses
numbered 231 or higher, including
15 credits numbered 311 or higher.
Either MTH 311, Advanced Calculus (4),
or MTH 341, Linear Algebra I (3) must be
included.
MTH 390, Foundations of Elementary
Mathematics (4) may not be used for
credit in the mathematics minor.
(MTH 251, MTH 252 and MTH 254,
Differential, Integral and Vector
Calculus, are strongly recommended
for students pursuing a minor in
mathematics.)
MATHEMATICS (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Actuarial science, algebra, analysis,
applied mathematics, computational
mathematics, differential equations,
financial mathematics, geometry,
mathematics education, number theory,
numerical analysis, topology, probability
The Department of Mathematics offers
graduate work leading to the Master of
Science, Master of Arts, and Doctor of
Philosophy degrees. Major fields of study
are actuarial science, financial mathematics, algebra, analysis, computational and
applied mathematics, geometry, mathematics education, numerical analysis,
probability, and topology.
For the MS and MA, a thesis, an
expository paper, or successful completion of the PhD qualifying examination
is required.
MATHEMATICS
GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
COURSES
MTH 065. ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA
(3). Arithmetic of signed numbers, order of
operations, simplifying algebraic expressions,
solution of linear equations, and inequalities.
Rules of exponents, addition, subtraction, and
multiplication of polynomials, factoring, solution
of quadratic equations by factoring, reducing
rational expressions. Word problems involving
linear equations, graphing of linear equations,
inequalities.
MTH 095. INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA (3).
Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of
rational expressions, long division of polynomials,
solution of fractional equations, applications
involving linear equations. Fractional equations,
inequalities, literal equations, and variations.
Negative and fractional exponents, radicals,
solution of quadratic equations, and complex
numbers. Cartesian coordinates, graphs of linear
equations and inequalities, distance formula,
slope, equations of lines, solutions of systems of
linear equations in two unknowns and inequalities.
PREREQS: MTH 065.
MTH 102. ALGEBRAIC FOUNDATIONS (3). This
course is designed primarily for EOP students.
They will use various computing technologies
to explore realistic and interesting situations in
which algebra is used. As they work through
explorations, they will work with many of the
fundamental ideas of algebra, ideas they will find
important in their daily lives.
MTH 103. ALGEBRAIC REASONING (4).
A combination of cooperative learning and
individual instruction is used to promote student
development of algebraic reasoning processes
and skills. PREREQS: Previous algebra course.
MTH 105. *INTRODUCTION TO
CONTEMPORARY MATHEMATICS (3).
Elementary linear programming, combinatorics,
descriptive statistics, elementary probability,
exponential growth and decay, examples of major
mathematical ideas and models. Lec/rec. (Bacc
Core Course) PREREQS: MTH 095 or equivalent
high school preparation.
MTH 111. *COLLEGE ALGEBRA (4). Polynomial
equations and inequalities, polynomial functions
and graphs, inverse functions, exponential and
logarithmic functions, elementary mathematical
modeling and applications. Lec/rec. (Bacc Core
Course) PREREQS: MTH 095 or equivalent high
school preparation.
MTH 112. *ELEMENTARY FUNCTIONS (4).
Triangle trigonometry, circular functions and
graphs, trigonometric equations and identities,
inverse trigonometric functions, polar coordinates,
vectors and applications. Lec/rec. (Bacc Core
Course) PREREQS: MTH 111.
MTH 199. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). Maximum
3 credits per term, 9 credits total. Does not meet
university group requirement in physical science.
MTH 211. *FOUNDATIONS OF ELEMENTARY
MATHEMATICS (4). Introduction to problem
solving, sets, whole numbers, number theory,
fractions, decimals, percent, ratio and proportion,
integers. Intended primarily for prospective
elementary teachers. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: MTH 095.
MTH 212. FOUNDATIONS OF ELEMENTARY
MATHEMATICS (4). Rational and real numbers,
probability, statistics, and informal geometry.
PREREQS: MTH 211.
MTH 231. ELEMENTS OF DISCRETE
MATHEMATICS (4). Elementary logic,
mathematical induction, sets, relations and
functions, recurrence equations, algorithms.
PREREQS: Placement in MTH 251.
MTH 232. ELEMENTS OF DISCRETE
MATHEMATICS (4). Combinatorics, algorithms
and complexity, graphs and trees. Lec/rec.
PREREQS: MTH 231.
MTH 241. *CALCULUS FOR MANAGEMENT
AND SOCIAL SCIENCE (4). Elementary
differential and integral calculus of polynomial,
logarithmic, and exponential functions and their
applications to business, management and
social sciences. Lec/rec. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: MTH 111.
MTH 245. *MATHEMATICS FOR MANAGEMENT,
LIFE, AND SOCIAL SCIENCES (4). Techniques
of counting, probability and elements of statistics
including binomial and normal distributions.
Introductory matrix algebra. Elements of linear
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programming. Lec/rec. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: MTH 111.
MTH 251. *DIFFERENTIAL CALCULUS (4).
Differential calculus for engineers and scientists.
Rates of change: the derivative, velocity, and
acceleration. The algebraic rules of differential
calculus and derivatives of polynomial, rational,
and trigonometric functions. Maximum-minimum
problems, curve sketching, and other applications.
Antiderivatives and simple motion problems. (Bacc
Core Course) PREREQS: MTH 112.
MTH 251H. *DIFFERENTIAL CALCULUS (4).
Differential calculus for engineers and scientists.
Rates of change: the derivative, velocity, and
acceleration. The algebraic rules of differential
calculus and derivatives of polynomial, rational,
and trigonometric functions. Maximum-minimum
problems, curve sketching, and other applications.
Antiderivatives and simple motion problems. (Bacc
Core Course) PREREQS: MTH 112. Honors
College approval required.
MTH 252. INTEGRAL CALCULUS (4). Definite
integrals, elementary applications to area, force,
and work. Integral tables and basic techniques of
integration, calculus of logarithmic and exponential
functions, polar coordinates, applications to areas,
volumes, force, work, and growth and decay
problems. Lec/rec. PREREQS: MTH 251.
MTH 252H. INTEGRAL CALCULUS (4). Definite
integrals, elementary applications to area, force,
and work. Integral tables and basic techniques of
integration, calculus of logarithmic and exponential
functions, polar coordinates, applications to areas,
volumes, force, work, and growth and decay
problems. PREREQS: MTH 251. Honors College
approval required.
MTH 253. INFINITE SERIES AND SEQUENCES
(4). Indeterminate forms. Improper integrals.
Sequences and series, especially Taylor’s formula
and power series. Applications to numerical
estimation with error analysis. Series with
complex terms and the Euler identities. Lec/rec.
PREREQS: MTH 252.
MTH 254. VECTOR CALCULUS I (4). Vectors,
vector functions, and curves in two and three
dimensions. Surfaces, partial derivatives,
gradients, and directional derivatives. Multiple
integrals in rectangular, polar, cylindrical, and
spherical coordinates. Physical and geometric
applications. Lec/rec. PREREQS: MTH 252.
MTH 254H. VECTOR CALCULUS I (4). Vectors,
vector functions, and curves in two and three
dimensions. Surfaces, partial derivatives,
gradients, and directional derivatives. Multiple
integrals in rectangular, polar, cylindrical, and
spherical coordinates. Physical and geometric
applications. Lec/rec. PREREQS: MTH 252.
Honors College approval required.
MTH 255. VECTOR CALCULUS II (4). Brief
review of vector functions, space curves,
gradients, and directional derivatives. Introduction
to vector analysis: vector fields, divergence, curl,
line integrals, surface integrals, conservative
fields, and the theorems of Gauss and Stokes with
applications to force, work, mass, and charge.
Lec/rec. PREREQS: MTH 254.
MTH 255H. VECTOR CALCULUS II (4). Brief
review of vector functions, space curves,
gradients, and directional derivatives. Introduction
to vector analysis: vector fields, divergence, curl,
line integrals, surface integrals, conservative
fields, and the theorems of Gauss and Stokes with
applications to force, work, mass, and charge.
PREREQS: MTH 254. Honors College approval
required.
MTH 256. APPLIED DIFFERENTIAL
EQUATIONS (4). First order linear and nonlinear
equations, and second order linear equations.
Applications to electric circuits and mechanical
oscillators. Introduction to the Laplace transform
and higher order equations. Solution methods
and applications appropriate for science and
engineering. (Familiarity with complex numbers
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and Euler’s identities is highly desirable.) Lec/
rec. PREREQS: MTH 254 or instructor approval
required.
MTH 256H. APPLIED DIFFERENTIAL
EQUATIONS (4). First order linear and nonlinear
equations, and second order linear equations.
Applications to electric circuits and mechanical
oscillators. Introduction to the Laplace transform
and higher order equations. Solution methods
and applications appropriate for science and
engineering. (Familiarity with complex numbers
and Euler’s identities is highly desirable.)
PREREQS: MTH 254 or instructor approval
required. Honors College approval required.
MTH 268. MATHEMATICAL IDEAS IN BIOLOGY
(4). Mathematical models of biological systems,
with emphasis on population dynamics and
ecology. Integral calculus with applications to
biology. CROSSLISTED as FW 268. PREREQS:
MTH 251.
MTH 299. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). Maximum 3
credits per term, 9 credits total.
MTH 306. MATRIX AND POWER SERIES
METHODS (4). Introduction to matrix algebra,
determinants, systematic solution to linear
systems, and eigenvalue problems. Convergence
and divergence of series with emphasis on power
series, Taylor series expansions, convergence
tests for power series, and error estimates for
truncated series used in practical approximations.
Lec/rec. PREREQS: MTH 252.
MTH 306H. MATRIX AND POWER SERIES
METHODS (4). Introduction to matrix algebra,
determinants, systematic solution to linear
systems, and eigenvalue problems. Convergence
and divergence of series with emphasis on power
series, Taylor series expansions, convergence
tests for power series, and error estimates for
truncated series used in practical approximations.
PREREQS: MTH 252. Honors College approval
required.
MTH 311. ADVANCED CALCULUS (4). Rigorous
development of calculus, axiomatic properties
of R, topology of the real line, convergence of
sequences and series of real numbers, functions,
limits of functions, basic properties of continuity
and derivatives. Brief treatment of Riemann
integration, improper integrals, sequences of
functions, pointwise and uniform convergence,
introductory aspects of multivariable calculus.
PREREQS: Completion of lower-division calculus
sequence (MTH 251 through MTH 255).
MTH 312. ADVANCED CALCULUS (4). Rigorous
development of calculus, axiomatic properties
of R, topology of the real line, convergence of
sequences and series of real numbers, functions,
limits of functions, basic properties of continuity
and derivatives. Brief treatment of Riemann
integration, improper integrals, sequences of
functions, pointwise and uniform convergence,
introductory aspects of multivariable calculus.
PREREQS: MTH 311. Concurrent enrollment in
MTH 342.
MTH 323. ^MATHEMATICAL MODELING (3).
A variety of mathematical modeling techniques
will be introduced. Students will formulate
models in response to practical problems drawn
from the literature of ecology, environmental
sciences, engineering or other fields. Informal
writing assignments in class and formal written
presentation of the models will be required.
(Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS: MTH 256
and MTH 341 or instructor approval.
metrics. (Writing Intensive Course) PREREQS:
MTH 252.
MTH 341. LINEAR ALGEBRA I (3). Matrix
algebra, determinants, systems of linear
equations, computational aspects of eigenvalues
and eigenvectors. PREREQS: MTH 254.
MTH 342. LINEAR ALGEBRA II (4). Vector
spaces, linear transformations, inner
product spaces, orthogonality, eigenvalues,
diagonalization. PREREQS: MTH 341.
MTH 343. INTRODUCTION TO MODERN
ALGEBRA (3). Introduction to rings and fields
with an emphasis on the integers and polynomial
rings; selected applications. PREREQS: MTH 311,
MTH 341 or instructor approval required.
MTH 351. INTRODUCTION TO NUMERICAL
ANALYSIS (3). Introduction to the computation of
approximate solutions to mathematical problems
that cannot be solved by hand: analysis of
errors; rootfinding for nonlinear equations in one
variable; interpolation of functions; numerical
integration. PREREQS: MTH 253 or MTH 306 and
programming experience.
MTH 355. DISCRETE MATHEMATICS (3). For
mathematics majors beginning upper-division
mathematics course work. Topics include
elementary combinatories and basic counting
principles such as the sum, product, pigeonhole,
and bijection principles; mathematical induction;
equivalence relations; introductory aspects of
graph theory; generating functions; and the
inclusion-exclusion principle. PREREQS: MTH 253.
MTH 361. INTRODUCTION TO PROBABILITY
(3). Probability problem solving using concepts
developed in calculus. Topics include probability
models, discrete and continuous random
variables, expectation and variance, the law of
large numbers, and the central limit theorem.
PREREQS: MTH 253 or MTH 306.
MTH 361H. INTRODUCTION TO PROBABILITY
(3). Probability problem solving using concepts
developed in calculus. Topics include probability
models, discrete and continuous random
variables, expectation and variance, the law of
large numbers, and the central limit theorem.
PREREQS: MTH 253 or MTH 306. Honors
College approval required.
MTH 390. FOUNDATIONS OF ELEMENTARY
MATHEMATICS (4). Measurement, congruence,
similarity, coordinate and transformational
geometry. PREREQS: MTH 212.
MTH 399. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 399H. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
PREREQS: Honors College approval required.
MTH 401. RESEARCH (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 403. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 405. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
MTH 406. PROJECTS (1-3). Graded P/N.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
MTH 407. SEMINAR (3). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 333. ^FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS
OF TOPOLOGY (3). Open and closed sets,
continuity, compactness, connectedness, winding
number, fixed point theorems in the plane. (Writing
Intensive Course) PREREQS: MTH 254.
MTH 410. OCCUPATIONAL INTERNSHIP (3-12).
Planned and supervised training experience at
selected government, industrial, or business
placement sites. Must be followed by a one-hour
post-internship seminar. Consult departmental
head advisor. Graded P/N. PREREQS: Junior
standing in mathematics, cumulative 3.00 GPA in
mathematics, head advisor/departmental approval
required.
MTH 338. ^NON-EUCLIDEAN GEOMETRY
(3). Introduction to non-Euclidean geometries.
Selected topics such as hyperbolic and elliptic
geometry, spherical geometry, projective
geometry, geometries arising from alternative
MTH 411. REAL ANALYSIS (3). Topological
concepts in metric, normed, and inner-product
spaces. Properties of continuous functions,
including the Stone-Weierstrass theorem.
Introduction to function spaces, contraction
mappings, fixed points, and applications.
Lebesgue measure and integration in one and
several variables, basic convergence theorems,
Lebesgue spaces, Fubini’s theorem, and
applications to Fourier transforms and probability.
PREREQS: MTH 312, MTH 341.
MTH 412. REAL ANALYSIS (3). Topological
concepts in metric, normed, and inner-product
spaces. Properties of continuous functions,
including the Stone-Weierstrass theorem.
Introduction to function spaces, contraction
mappings, fixed points, and applications.
Lebesgue measure and integration in one and
several variables, basic convergence theorems,
Lebesgue spaces, Fubini’s theorem, and
applications to Fourier transforms and probability.
PREREQS: MTH 411/MTH 511.
MTH 413. REAL ANALYSIS (3). Topological
concepts in metric, normed, and inner-product
spaces. Properties of continuous functions,
including the Stone-Weierstrass theorem.
Introduction to function spaces, contraction
mappings, fixed points, and applications.
Lebesgue measure and integration in one and
several variables, basic convergence theorems,
Lebesgue spaces, Fubini’s theorem, and
applications to Fourier transforms and probability.
PREREQS: MTH 412/MTH 512.
MTH 430. METRIC SPACES AND TOPOLOGY
(3). Fundamental notions of metric space
topology. Examples of Euclidean, non-Euclidean
and other fundamental metric spaces including
the Hilbert Cube and two-dimensional surfaces.
Characterization and classification results for
metric spaces. Selected applications of topology,
possibly including the structure of molecules and/
or networks. PREREQS: MTH 312 and MTH 341
or instructor approval required.
MTH 434. INTRODUCTION TO DIFFERENTIAL
GEOMETRY (3). Curves and surfaces in
Euclidean space; geodesics; curvature;
introduction to tensor algebra and differential forms;
selected applications. PREREQS: MTH 312,
MTH 342 or instructor approval required.
MTH 435. DIFFERENTIAL GEOMETRY (3).
Differentiable 2-manifolds; curvature; geodesics;
tensor algebra and the algebra of exterior
differential forms with emphasis on Euclidean
space; differentiation of tensors and forms;
integration of forms; selected applications.
PREREQS: MTH 434/MTH 534 or instructor
approval required.
MTH 436. DIFFERENTIAL GEOMETRY (3).
Differentiable 2-manifolds; curvature; geodesics;
tensor algebra and the algebra of exterior
differential forms with emphasis on Euclidean
space; differentiation of tensors, and forms;
integration of forms; selected applications.
PREREQS: MTH 435/MTH 535 or instructor
approval required.
MTH 437. GENERAL RELATIVITY (3). Geometry
of special relativity. Tensor analysis, metrics,
geodesics, curvature. Einstein field equations,
cosmological models, black holes. Selected topics
such as global structure, conserved quantities,
spinors. PREREQS: MTH 311. MTH 434/MTH 534
is recommended.
MTH 440. COMPUTATIONAL NUMBER THEORY
(3). Development of the number theory used
in some basic tests of primality and methods
of factoring integers. Applications to cryptology.
PREREQS: MTH 231 or MTH 343 or instructor
approval required.
MTH 441. APPLIED AND COMPUTATIONAL
ALGEBRA (3). Applications of fundamental
algebraic systems to topics such as factorization
of polynomials, finding roots of polynomials, error
correcting codes. PREREQS: MTH 342 or MTH 440/
MTH 540 or instructor approval required.
MTH 442. APPLIED AND COMPUTATIONAL
ALGEBRA (3). Applications of fundamental
algebraic systems to topics such as factorization
of polynomials, finding roots of polynomials, error
College of Science
correcting codes. PREREQS: MTH 441/MTH 541
or instructor approval required.
MTH 443. ABSTRACT LINEAR ALGEBRA (3).
Abstract vector spaces. Linear transformations,
eigenvalues and eigenvectors, the Jordan
canonical form, inner product spaces. PREREQS:
MTH 342.
MTH 451. NUMERICAL LINEAR ALGEBRA
(3). Computation of solutions of linear systems
using direct and iterative methods; least-squares
solution of overdetermined systems; computation
of eigenvalues and eigenvectors. PREREQS:
MTH 341 and programming experience or
instructor approval required. MTH 342 and
MTH 351 are recommended.
MTH 452. NUMERICAL SOLUTION OF
ORDINARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
(3). Numerical solution of initial-value problems
using Runge-Kutta methods and linear multistep
methods; introduction to boundary-value problems.
Analysis of stability, accuracy, and implementation
of methods. PREREQS: MTH 256 and MTH 451/
MTH 551 or instructor approval required.
MTH 453. NUMERICAL SOLUTION OF PARTIAL
DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS (3). Numerical
solution of boundary value problems and initialboundary value problems using finite difference
and finite element methods. Analysis of stability,
accuracy, and implementation of methods.
PREREQS: MTH 452/MTH 552 or instructor
approval required.
MTH 463. PROBABILITY I (3). An introduction
to probability theory; topics covered include:
the axioms of probability, probability spaces
and models, independence, random variables;
densities, distributions, expectation, and variance;
probability inequalities, the law of large numbers,
and the binomial central limit theorem. PREREQS:
MTH 312 or instructor approval required.
MTH 464. PROBABILITY II (3). Transformations
of random variables; sums of independent random
variables, generating functions, characteristic
functions, the central limit theorem and other weak
limit theorems. PREREQS: MTH 463 or instructor
approval required.
MTH 465. PROBABILITY III (3). Random
variables, central limit theorem; distributions of
standard statistics; Markov chains, continuous and
discontinuous stochastic processes. PREREQS:
MTH 312 and MTH 341.
MTH 483. MATHEMATICAL METHODS FOR
ENGINEERS AND SCIENTISTS (3). Introduction
to the complex differential and integral calculus:
Cauchy’s theorem and formula, the residue
calculus, power series and Laurent series,
harmonic functions, conformal mapping, and
applications. PREREQS: MTH 256.
MTH 490. INTENSIVE SUMMER RESEARCH IN
MATHEMATICS (12). Combination of seminar,
lectures, and individual research projects
designed to introduce students to research
mathematics. PREREQS: Open to participants
in the OSU Undergraduate Summer Research
Program in Mathematics (REU program).
MTH 491. ALGEBRA AND GEOMETRIC
TRANSFORMATIONS (3). Ordered fields,
number systems (natural, integer, rational, real,
and complex), fundamental theorems of arithmetic
and algebra, algebraic and transcendental
numbers, constructible points and numbers and
the classical geometric constructions, Polya’s
problem solving heuristics and strategies.
Intended primarily for prospective mathematics
teachers. PREREQS: MTH 341.
MTH 492. ALGEBRA AND GEOMETRIC
TRANSFORMATIONS (3). Major results of
Euclidean geometry, axiom systems for Euclidean
geometry, dependency tree of Euclidean
theorems, groups of geometric transformations
with applications to symmetries of plane and
solid objects, Euler’s formula, tilings and
tesselations, isometries and similitudes of the
plane (translations, rotations, reflections, glide
reflections, dilations). Intended primarily for
prospective mathematics teachers. PREREQS:
MTH 491/MTH 591.
MTH 493. ALGEBRA AND GEOMETRIC
TRANSFORMATIONS (3). Geometric
transformations as real, complex, and matrix
functions, invariants and genealogy of geometric
transformations, extensions to transformations
of the sphere and of three-dimensional space,
selected applications chosen from fractals,
analysis of frieze and crystallographic patterns,
problem solving, groups of symmetries, computer
graphics, and the use of dynamic geometry
software. Intended primarily for prospective
mathematics teachers. PREREQS: MTH 492/
MTH 592.
MTH 499. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 467. ACTUARIAL MATHEMATICS (3).
Foundations of actuarial science from the point
of view of mathematical models that arise in the
design and management of insurance systems.
Most models will be life insurance based.
PREREQS: MTH 463/MTH 563 or ST 421 or
instructor approval required.
MTH 501. RESEARCH (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 480. SYSTEMS OF ORDINARY
DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS (3). Systems of two
first-order differential equations, phase portraits,
linearization and the stability of equilibria,
conservative systems, reversible systems, limit
cycles and the Poincare-Bendixson Theorem.
Additional topics selected from Hamiltonian
systems, Hopf bifurcation or Lorenz equations
and chaos. MTH 480 and MTH 481 cannot both be
taken for credit. PREREQS: MTH 256 and
MTH 341 or instructor approval required.
MTH 506. PROJECTS (1-16). Graded P/N.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
MTH 481. MATHEMATICAL METHODS FOR
ENGINEERS AND SCIENTISTS (3). Linear
and nonlinear systems of ordinary differential
equations, elementary stability theory, higher
order equations, boundary value problems,
series solution of ordinary differential equations.
PREREQS: MTH 256.
MTH 482. MATHEMATICAL METHODS FOR
ENGINEERS AND SCIENTISTS (3). Partial
differential equations, Bessel’s and Legendre’s
equations, Fourier analysis, separation of
variables, transform methods. PREREQS: MTH 256.
MTH 503. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 505. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
MTH 507. SEMINAR (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 508. WORKSHOP (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 510. OCCUPATIONAL INTERNSHIP (3-12).
Planned and supervised training experience at
selected government, industrial, or business
placement sites. Must be followed by a one-hour
post-internship seminar. Consult departmental
head advisor. Graded P/N. PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 511. REAL ANALYSIS (3). Topological
concepts in metric, normed, and inner-product
spaces. Properties of continuous functions,
including the Stone-Weierstrass theorem.
Introduction to function spaces, contraction
mappings, fixed points, and applications.
Lebesgue measure and integration in one and
several variables, basic convergence theorems,
Lebesgue spaces, Fubini’s theorem, and
applications to Fourier transforms and probability.
PREREQS: MTH 312 and MTH 341.
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MTH 512. REAL ANALYSIS (3). Topological
concepts in metric, normed, and inner-product
spaces. Properties of continuous functions,
including the Stone-Weierstrass theorem.
Introduction to function spaces, contraction
mappings, fixed points, and applications.
Lebesgue measure and integration in one and
several variables, basic convergence theorems,
Lebesgue spaces, Fubini’s theorem, and
applications to Fourier transforms and probability.
PREREQS: MTH 411/MTH 511.
MTH 513. REAL ANALYSIS (3). Topological
concepts in metric, normed, and inner-product
spaces. Properties of continuous functions,
including Stone-Weierstrass theorem. Introduction
to function spaces, contraction mappings, fixed
points, and applications. Lebesgue measure
and integration in one and several variables,
basic convergence theorems, Lebesgue spaces,
Fubini’s theorem, and applications to Fourier
transforms and probability. PREREQS: MTH 412/
MTH 512.
MTH 534. INTRODUCTION TO DIFFERENTIAL
GEOMETRY (3). Curves and surfaces in
Euclidean space; geodesics; curvature; introduction
to tensor algebra and differential forms; selected
applications. PREREQS: MTH 312 and MTH 342
or instructor approval required.
MTH 535. DIFFERENTIAL GEOMETRY (3).
Differentiable 2-manifolds; curvature; geodesics;
tensor algebra and the algebra of exterior
differential forms with emphasis on Euclidean
space; differentiation of tensors and forms;
integration of forms; selected applications.
PREREQS: MTH 434/MTH 534 or instructor
approval required.
MTH 536. DIFFERENTIAL GEOMETRY (3).
Differentiable 2-manifolds; curvature; geodesics;
tensor algebra and the algebra of exterior
differential forms with emphasis on Euclidean
space; differentiation of tensors and forms;
integration of forms; selected applications.
PREREQS: MTH 434/MTH 534 or instructor
approval required.
MTH 537. GENERAL RELATIVITY (3). Geometry
of special relativity. Tensor analysis, metrics,
geodesics, curvature. Einstein field equations,
cosmological models, black holes. Selected topics
such as global structure, conserved quantities,
spinors. PREREQS: MTH 311. MTH 434/MTH 534
is recommended.
MTH 540. COMPUTATIONAL NUMBER THEORY
(3). Development of the number theory used
in some basic tests of primality and methods
of factoring integers. Applications to cryptology.
PREREQS: MTH 231 or MTH 343 or instructor
approval required.
MTH 541. APPLIED AND COMPUTATIONAL
ALGEBRA (3). Applications of fundamental
algebraic systems to topics such as factorization
of polynomials, finding roots of polynomials, error
correcting codes. PREREQS: MTH 342 or MTH
440/MTH 540 or instructor approval required.
MTH 542. APPLIED AND COMPUTATIONAL
ALGEBRA (3). Applications of fundamental
algebraic systems to topics such as factorization
of polynomials, finding roots of polynomials, error
correcting codes. PREREQS: MTH 441/MTH 541
or instructor approval required.
MTH 543. ABSTRACT LINEAR ALGEBRA (3).
Abstract vector spaces. Linear transformations,
eigenvalues and eigenvectors, the Jordan
canonical form, inner product spaces. PREREQS:
MTH 342
MTH 551. NUMERICAL LINEAR ALGEBRA
(3). Computation of solutions of linear systems
using direct and iterative methods; least-squares
solution of overdetermined systems; computation
of eigenvalues and eigenvectors. PREREQS: MTH
341 and programming experience or instructor
approval required. MTH 342 are MTH 351 are
recommended.
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MTH 552. NUMERICAL SOLUTION OF
ORDINARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
(3). Numerical solution of initial-value problems
using Runge-Kutta methods and linear multistep
methods; introduction to boundary-value problems.
Analysis of stability, accuracy, and implementation
of methods. PREREQS: MTH 256 and MTH 451/
MTH 551 or instructor approval required.
MTH 553. NUMERICAL SOLUTION OF PARTIAL
DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS (3). Numerical
solution of boundary value problems and initialboundary value problems using finite difference
and finite element methods. Analysis of stability,
accuracy, and implementation of methods.
PREREQS: MTH 452/MTH 552 or instructor
approval required.
MTH 563. PROBABILITY I (3). An introduction
to probability theory; topics covered include:
the axioms of probability, probability spaces
and models, independence, random variables;
densities, distributions, expectation, and variance;
probability inequalities, the law of large numbers,
and the binomial central limit theorem. PREREQS:
MTH 312 or instructor approval required.
MTH 564. PROBABILITY II (3). Transformations
of random variables; sums of independent random
variables, generating functions, characteristic
functions, the central limit theorem and other weak
limit theorems. PREREQS: MTH 463/MTH 563
and MTH 341 or instructor approval required.
MTH 565. PROBABILITY III (3). Random
variables, central limit theorem; distributions of
standard statistics; Markov chains, continuous and
discontinuous stochastic processes. PREREQS:
MTH 564 or instructor approval required.
MTH 567. ACTUARIAL MATHEMATICS (3).
Foundations of actuarial science from the point
of view of mathematical models that arise in the
design and management of insurance systems.
Most models will be life insurance based.
PREREQS: MTH 463/MTH 563 or ST 421.
MTH 570. DISCRETE TOPICS IN K-8 MATH (3).
Key ideas and topics in discrete mathematics
critical for the mathematics content knowledge of
elementary teachers in grades K-8. Based on the
recommendations of The Mathematical Education
of Teachers by the Conference Board of the
Mathematical Sciences. PREREQS: MTH 390 or
instructor approval required.
MTH 574. NUMBER SYSTEMS AND
OPERATIONS IN K-8 MATHEMATICS (3).
Key ideas and topics in number systems,
operations, place value, and algorithms critical
for the mathematics content knowledge of
elementary teachers in grades K-8. Based on the
recommendations of The Mathematical Education
of Teachers by the Conference Board of the
Mathematical Sciences. PREREQS: MTH 390 or
instructor approval required.
MTH 575. COMPARING GEOMETRIES IN
K-8 MATHEMATICS (3). Key ideas and topics
in Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries
critical for the mathematics content knowledge of
elementary teachers in grades K-8. Based on the
recommendations of The Mathematical Education
of Teachers by the Conference Board of the
Mathematical Sciences. PREREQS: MTH 390 or
instructor approval required.
MTH 576. ALGEBRA AND FUNCTION IN
K-8 MATHEMATICS (3). Key ideas and
topics in algebra and function concepts critical
for the mathematics content knowledge of
elementary teachers in grades K-8. Based on the
recommendations of The Mathematical Education
of Teachers by the Conference Board of the
Mathematical Sciences. PREREQS: MTH 390 or
instructor approval required.
MTH 577. MEASUREMENT AND CHANGE
IN K-8 MATHEMATICS (3). Key ideas and
topics in measurement, units, rates of change,
and accumulation of change critical for the
mathematics content knowledge of elementary
teachers in grades K-8. Based on the
recommendations of The Mathematical Education
of Teachers by the Conference Board of the
Mathematical Sciences. PREREQS: MTH 390 or
instructor approval required.
MTH 578. PROBABILITY AND DATA ANALYSIS
IN K-8 MATHEMATICS (3). Key ideas and
topics in probability, data analysis, and statistics
critical for the mathematics content knowledge of
elementary teachers in grades K-8. Based on the
recommendations of The Mathematical Education
of Teachers by the Conference Board of the
Mathematical Sciences. PREREQS: MTH 390 or
instructor approval required.
MTH 581. MATHEMATICAL METHODS FOR
ENGINEERS AND SCIENTISTS (3). Linear
and nonlinear systems of ordinary differential
equations, elementary stability theory, higher
order equations, boundary value problems,
series solution of ordinary differential equations.
PREREQS: MTH 256.
MTH 582. MATHEMATICAL METHODS FOR
ENGINEERS AND SCIENTISTS (3). Partial
differential equations, Bessel’s and Legendre’s
equations, Fourier analysis, separation of
variables, transform methods. PREREQS: MTH 256.
MTH 583. MATHEMATICAL METHODS FOR
ENGINEERS AND SCIENTISTS (3). Introduction
to the complex differential and integral calculus:
Cauchy’s theorem and formula, the residue
calculus, power series and Laurent series,
harmonic functions, conformal mapping, and
applications. PREREQS: MTH 256.
MTH 590. DISCRETE TOPICS IN SECONDARY
MATHEMATICS (3). Key ideas and topics in
discrete mathematics critical for the mathematics
content knowledge of middle and high school
teachers in grades 6-12. Based on the
recommendations of The Mathematical Education
of Teachers by the Conference Board of the
Mathematical Sciences. PREREQS: MTH 390 or
instructor approval required.
Education of Teachers by the Conference Board of
the Mathematical Sciences. PREREQS: MTH 390
or instructor approval required.
MTH 595. COMPARING GEOMETRIES IN
SECONDARY MATHEMATICS (3). Key ideas
and topics in Euclidean and non-Euclidean
geometries critical for the mathematics content
knowledge of middle and high school teachers in
grades 6-12. Based on the recommendations of
The Mathematical Education of Teachers by the
Conference Board of the Mathematical Sciences.
PREREQS: MTH 390 or instructor approval
required.
MTH 596. ALGEBRA AND FUNCTION IN
SECONDARY MATHEMATICS (3). Key ideas
and topics in algebra and function concepts critical
for the mathematics content knowledge of middle
and high school teachers in grades 6-12. Based
on the recommendations of The Mathematical
Education of Teachers by the Conference Board of
the Mathematical Sciences. PREREQS: MTH 390
or instructor approval required.
MTH 597. MEASUREMENT AND CHANGE
IN SECONDARY MATHEMATICS (3). Key
ideas and topics in measurement, units, rates of
change, and accumulation of change critical for
the mathematics content knowledge of middle
and high school teachers in grades 6-12. Based
on the recommendations of The Mathematical
Education of Teachers by the Conference Board of
the Mathematical Sciences. PREREQS: MTH 390
or instructor approval required.
MTH 598. PROBABILITY AND DATA ANALYSIS
IN SECONDARY MATHEMATICS (3). Key
ideas and topics in probability, data analysis,
and statistics critical for the mathematics content
knowledge of middle and high school teachers in
grades 6-12. Based on the recommendations of
The Mathematical Education of Teachers by the
Conference Board of the Mathematical Sciences.
PREREQS: MTH 390 or instructor approval
required.
MTH 591. ALGEBRA AND GEOMETRIC
TRANSFORMATIONS (3). Ordered fields,
number systems (natural, integer, rational, real,
and complex), fundamental theorems of arithmetic
and algebra, algebraic and transcendental
numbers, constructible points and numbers and
the classical geometric constructions, Polya’s
problem solving heuristics and strategies.
Intended primarily for prospective mathematics
teachers. PREREQS: MTH 341.
MTH 599. SPECIAL TOPICS (16). Topics may
vary. PREREQS: Instructor approval required.
MTH 592. ALGEBRA AND GEOMETRIC
TRANSFORMATIONS (3). Major results of
Euclidean geometry, axiom systems for Euclidean
geometry, dependency tree of Euclidean
theorems, groups of geometric transformations
with applications to symmetries of plane and
solid objects, Euler’s formula, tilings and
tesselations, isometries and similitudes of the
plane (translations, rotations, reflections, glide
reflections, dilations). Intended primarily for
prospective mathematics teachers. PREREQS:
MTH 491/MTH 591.
MTH 606. SPECIAL PROJECTS (1-16). Graded
P/N. PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
MTH 593. ALGEBRA AND GEOMETRIC
TRANSFORMATIONS (3). Geometric
transformations as real, complex, and matrix
functions, invariants and genealogy of geometric
transformations, extensions to transformations
of the sphere and of three-dimensional space,
selected applications chosen from fractals,
analysis of frieze and crystallographic patterns,
problem solving, groups of symmetries, computer
graphics, and the use of dynamic geometry
software. Intended primarily for prospective
mathematics teachers. PREREQS: MTH 492/
MTH 592.
MTH 612. COMPLEX ANALYSIS (3). Basic
theory of analytic functions of a complex variable,
including Cauchy’s theorem, residue theorem,
analytic continuation, conformal mappings, entire,
and meromorphic functions. PREREQS: MTH 611.
MTH 594. NUMBER SYSTEMS AND
OPERATIONS IN SECONDARY MATHEMATICS
(3). Key ideas and topics in number systems,
operations, place value, and algorithms critical
for the mathematics content knowledge of middle
and high school teachers in grades 6-12. Based
on the recommendations of The Mathematical
MTH 601. RESEARCH (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 603. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 605. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
MTH 607. SEMINAR (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MTH 611. COMPLEX ANALYSIS (3). Basic
theory of analytic functions of a complex variable,
including Cauchy’s theorem, residue theorem,
analytic continuation, conformal mappings, entire,
and meromorphic functions. PREREQS: MTH
411/MTH 511. MTH 611, MTH 612 must be taken
in order.
MTH 614. FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS (3).
Topological vector spaces, generalized functions,
operator theory. Normally offered alternate years.
PREREQS: MTH 513.
MTH 619. TOPICS IN ANALYSIS (1-12). May be
repeated for credit.
MTH 621. DIFFERENTIAL AND INTEGRAL
EQUATIONS OF MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS (3).
Partial differential equations of physics, including
those of potential theory, wave propagation,
and heat flow, treated by classical means,
generalized functions and variational principles.
Square summable function methods and integral
equations. May be repeated for up to 6 credits.
College of Science
PREREQS: 6 credits of senior-level analysis. MTH
621, MTH 622, MTH 623 must be taken in order.
MTH 622. DIFFERENTIAL AND INTEGRAL
EQUATIONS OF MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS (3).
Partial differential equations of physics, including
those of potential theory, wave propagation,
and heat flow, treated by classical means,
generalized functions and variational principles.
Square summable function methods and integral
equations. May be repeated for up to 6 credits.
PREREQS: MTH 621, 6 credits of senior-level
analysis.
MTH 623. DIFFERENTIAL AND INTEGRAL
EQUATIONS OF MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS (3).
Partial differential equations of physics, including
those of potential theory, wave propagation,
and heat flow, treated by classical means,
generalized functions and variational principles.
Square summable function methods and integral
equations. May be repeated up to 6 credits.
PREREQS: MTH 622, 6 credits of senior-level
analysis.
MTH 624. DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS AND
DYNAMICAL SYSTEMS (3). Basic existence,
uniqueness, and continuous dependence results
for systems of ordinary differential equations,
extendibility of solutions, stability theory, geometric
theory including the Poincare-Bendixson theorem,
phase space dynamical systems and chaos.
PREREQS: MTH 411/MTH 511.
MTH 625. DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS AND
DYNAMICAL SYSTEMS (3). Basic existence,
uniqueness, and continuous dependence results
for systems of ordinary differential equations,
extendibility of solutions, stability theory, geometric
theory including the Poincare-Bendixson theorem,
phase space dynamical systems and chaos.
PREREQS: MTH 624 or instructor approval
required.
MTH 627. PARTIAL DIFFERENTIAL
EQUATIONS (3). Advanced theory including
existence proofs and distributional approach.
Normally offered alternate years. PREREQS:
MTH 413/MTH 513.
MTH 628. PARTIAL DIFFERENTIAL
EQUATIONS (3). Advanced theory including
existence proofs and distributional approach.
Normally offered alternate years. PREREQS:
MTH 627 or consent of instructor.
MTH 631. GENERAL TOPOLOGY AND
FUNDAMENTAL GROUPS (3). Topological
spaces and maps. Separation axioms,
compactness, convergence, extension theorems,
metrizability and compactification. Product spaces
and simplicial complexes. Definition and basic
properties of the fundamental group functor, with
applications to the theory of covering spaces.
Selected topics from dimension theory, manifold
theory, and other areas of topology. PREREQS:
MTH 411/MTH 511. MTH 631, MTH 632 must be
taken in order.
MTH 632. GENERAL TOPOLOGY AND
FUNDAMENTAL GROUPS (3). Topological
spaces and maps. Separation axioms,
compactness, convergence, extension theorems,
metrizability and compactification. Product spaces
and simplicial complexes. Definition and basic
properties of the fundamental group functor, with
applications to the theory of covering spaces.
Selected topics from dimension theory, manifold
theory, and other areas of topology. PREREQS:
MTH 411/MTH 511, MTH 631.
MTH 634. ALGEBRAIC TOPOLOGY (3).
Simplicial and singular homology, products,
and cohomology; applications to fixed-point
and separation theorems. Topics selected from
homotopy, manifold and obstruction theory.
Normally offered alternate years. PREREQS:
MTH 632. MTH 634, MTH 635, MTH 636 must be
taken in order.
MTH 635. ALGEBRAIC TOPOLOGY (3).
Simplicial and singular homology, products,
and cohomology; applications to fixed-point
and separation theorems. Topics selected from
homotopy, manifold and obstruction theory.
Normally offered alternate years. PREREQS:
MTH 632, MTH 634.
MTH 636. ALGEBRAIC TOPOLOGY (3).
Simplicial and singular homology, products,
and cohomology; applications to fixed-point
and separation theorems. Topics selected from
homotopy, manifold and obstruction theory.
Normally offered alternate years. PREREQS:
MTH 632, MTH 635.
MTH 644. ABSTRACT ALGEBRA (3). Group
theory, rings and fields, Galois theory. PREREQS:
Graduate standing in mathematics or a related
field, or instructor approval required. MTH 443/
MTH 543 is recommended.
MTH 645. ABSTRACT ALGEBRA (3). Group
theory, rings and fields, Galois theory. PREREQS:
Graduate standing in mathematics or a related
field, or instructor approval required. MTH 644 is
recommended.
MTH 649. TOPICS IN ALGEBRA AND NUMBER
THEORY (3). May be repeated for credit.
MTH 654. NUMERICAL ANALYSIS (3).
Advanced topics in numerical analysis, such as
finite volume methods and finite element methods
for partial differential equations, numerical
methods for inverse problems, and image
processing. PREREQS: MTH 551, MTH 552,
MTH 553 or equivalent or instructor’s consent.
MTH 655. NUMERICAL ANALYSIS (3).
Advanced topics in numerical analysis, such as
finite volume methods and finite element methods
for partial differential equations, numerical
methods for inverse problems, and image
processing. PREREQS: MTH 654 or instructor’s
consent.
MTH 656. NUMERICAL ANALYSIS (3).
Advanced topics in numerical analysis, such as
finite volume methods and finite element methods
for partial differential equations, numerical
methods for inverse problems, and image
processing. PREREQS: MTH 655 or instructor’s
consent.
MTH 657. TOPICS IN APPLIED MATHEMATICS
(1-12). Previous topics have included turbulence,
financial mathematics and probability methods in
partial differential equations. May be repeated for
credit.
MTH 658. TOPICS IN MATHEMATICAL
MODELING (1-12). Mathematical treatment
of topics of current interest in the physical and
biological sciences and technology. May be
repeated for credit, if taken with different topics.
PREREQS: Instructor approval required.
MTH 659. TOPICS IN NUMERICAL ANALYSIS
(1-12). May be repeated for credit.
MTH 664. PROBABILITY THEORY (3).
General theory of probability measures and
random variables, including weak convergence,
characteristic functions, central limit theory,
conditional expectations, martingales. PREREQS:
MTH 411/MTH 511 or equivalent.
MTH 665. PROBABILITY THEORY (3).
General theory of probability measures and
random variables, including weak convergence,
characteristic functions, the central limit theorem,
and the Brownian motion process. PREREQS:
MTH 664.
MTH 669. TOPICS IN STOCHASTIC
PROCESSES (1-12). Previous topics have
included Markov processes, martingales,
branching processes, and stochastic differential
equations. May be repeated for credit.
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MTH 674. DIFFERENTIAL GEOMETRY OF
MANIFOLDS (3). Differentiable manifolds,
tangent bundles, vector fields and flows,
submanifolds, Riemannian metrics, differential
forms, integration on manifolds. Selected topics
such as foliations, Lie groups, and de Rham
cohomology. Normally offered alternate years.
PREREQS: MTH 341 and MTH 411/MTH 511.
MTH 674, MTH 675 must be taken in order.
MTH 675. DIFFERENTIAL GEOMETRY OF
MANIFOLDS (3). Differentiable manifolds,
connections in linear bundles, Riemannian
manifolds and submanifolds. Selected topics
such as variational theory of geodesics, harmonic
forms, and characteristic classes. Normally offered
alternate years. PREREQS: MTH 674.
MTH 676. TOPICS IN TOPOLOGY (3). May be
repeated for credit.
MTH 679. TOPICS IN GEOMETRY (1-12). May
be repeated for credit.
MTH 680. MODERN APPROACHES TO
CALCULUS (3). Alternative approaches to
calculus instruction based on the availability
of computers and calculators. Applications of
symbolic-graphical calculators, spreadsheets,
symbolic algebra systems, and graphics packages
to the teaching of calculus. PREREQS: MTH 253
and instructor approval required.
MTH 681. MODERN APPROACHES TO
EUCLIDEAN GEOMETRY (3). Various aspects
of Euclidean geometry, based on research and
curriculum efforts of the last 20 years. Familiarity
with Euclidean geometry at the level of MTH
337 will be presumed. Topics include partitioning
the plane and space, tessellations and tilings,
polyhedra, visualization and drawing, polygons
and numbers, coordinates, transformations, conic
sections, curves and surfaces, and computer
graphics. PREREQS: Instructor approval required.
MTH 682. TEACHING AND LEARNING
PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS (3).
Experimental, activity-based approaches
to introductory probability and statistics are
explored. Topics include computer simulations,
exploratory data analysis, misuses of statistics,
and misconceptions of probability. PREREQS:
Instructor approval required.
MTH 683. GRAPHICS CALCULATORS IN
PRECALCULUS MATHEMATICS (3). Uses
of hand-held graphics technology in algebra,
trigonometry, and precalculus. Recommendations
from the National Council of Teachers of
Mathematics on the use of graphing calculators in
the secondary curriculum. PREREQS: Instructor
approval required.
MTH 684. COMPUTERS AND MATHEMATICS
(3). A variety of mathematical problems are
investigated with a laboratory approach using
microcomputers and a wide variety of software.
Problems may be taken from number theory,
calculus, geometry, probability, and elementary
numerical analysis. PREREQS: Ability to program
in either BASIC or PASCAL; instructor approval
required.
MTH 685. ADVANCED PROBLEM SOLVING (3).
Mathematical problem solving using the heuristic
approach of George Polya. Problems may be
taken from a variety of areas, including number
theory, calculus, geometry, probability, abstract
and linear algebra. PREREQS: Instructor approval
required.
MTH 689. TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS
EDUCATION (1-12). Topics may vary. May be
repeated for credit. PREREQS: Instructor approval
required.
MTH 699. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). May be
repeated for credit.
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Oregon State University
MICROBIOLOGY
Theo Dreher, Chair
220 Nash Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-3804
541-737-1834
E-mail: theo.dreher@oregonstate.edu
Website: http://microbiology.science.
oregonstate.edu/
FACULTY
Professors Bermudez, Bottomley,
Dreher, Geller, Giovannoni, Hruby, Kent,
Ream, Rohrmann, Trempy
Associate Professors Bartholomew,
Field, Sarker
Assistant Professors Lowry, Schuster
Senior Instructor Bruslind
Instructor Yarwood
Undergraduate Major
Microbiology (BS)
Minor
Microbiology
Graduate Major
Microbiology (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Biotechnological Microbiology
Environmental Microbiology
Food Microbiology
Genomics
Immunology
Microbial Ecology
Microbial Evolution
Microbial Genetics and Molecular Biology
Pathogenic Microbiology
Virology
Graduate Minor
Microbiology
Microbiology is concerned with the
forms and activities of bacteria, fungi,
protozoa, and viruses. It plays varied
roles in the practical applications of
technology and medicine, as well as
in the most theoretical problems of
biology. Microbiologists are involved in
activities as different as the study of gene
structure, the control of disease, and the
industrial processes based on the ability
of microorganisms to decompose and
synthesize complex organic molecules.
Microbiology is one of the most rewarding of professions because it provides
the opportunity to be in contact with all
the other natural sciences and thus to
contribute in many different ways to the
betterment of life.
UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES
Many fields of microbiology are available to students and research workers.
These include fundamental areas such
as the physiology, ecology, and genetics
of microorganisms; the applications of
microbiology concerned with soil and
water quality, food safety, immunology,
and human, animal and plant diseases.
Undergraduate studies prepare students
for admission to professional schools,
graduate programs in microbiology, and
for positions in education and as health
officers, sanitarians and biotechnicians
in private industry, state and federal
government.
High school students or community
college transferees considering a career
in microbiology will find it helpful to
have a strong background in mathematics and chemistry. An excellent advising
program is available to undergraduates,
and prospective students are encouraged
to consult with a departmental advisor
or with faculty members working in an
area of interest to them. Upper-division
students are also encouraged to carry out
a research project in the laboratory of
a faculty member and/or to serve as an
undergraduate teaching assistant. Several
partial scholarships are available for
microbiology majors. For more information, contact a microbiology advisor.
GRADUATE STUDIES
The Department of Microbiology offers
graduate programs leading to the Master
of Science and Doctor of Philosophy
degrees. Major fields of study in the
department include molecular biology,
microbial physiology, genetics, plant
and animal virology, soil and aquatic
microbiology, immunology, pathogenic
microbiology, and microbial genomes.
The department also participates in
the Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary
Studies and the Master of Agriculture
graduate programs. Students in both the
master’s and PhD programs are required
to complete a research project leading
to a thesis. Students pursuing the PhD
degree must complete both written and
oral examinations. Teaching and research
assistantships are available.
For additional information, contact
the chair of the department, Theo
Dreher, or other faculty members
conducting research in areas that are of
interest.
MICROBIOLOGY (BS, CRED, HBS)
To receive the BS in Microbiology
degree, a student must complete all university baccalaureate core requirements
plus departmental requirements included
in the list below.
• Majors must have 36 credits in
microbiology with a minimum GPA
of 2.00.
• Research (MB 401), Thesis (MB 403),
and Reading and Conference (MB
405) cannot account for more than
3 of the required 36 microbiology
credits.
•
Special Projects (MB 406) can
account for an additional 3
microbiology credits.
• Additional credits in these subjects
will count toward elective credits.
• All required science courses must be
taken for a grade.
• CH 324 may be taken with S/U
grading; however, if taken S/U, the
student will not receive a chemistry
minor.
• two of the 22 credits must come from
a 400-level laboratory course.
Freshman Year (45)
BI 211, 212, 213. *Principles of Biology (4,4,4)
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
MB 110. Orientation to Microbiology (1)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
or MTH 268. Mathematical Ideas in
Biology (4)
Fitness (3)
Writing I, II (6)
Sophomore Year (46)
BI 314. Cellular and Molecular Biology (4)
CH 331, CH 332. Organic Chemistry (4,4)
CH 337. Organic Chemistry Laboratory (4)
MB 302, MB 303. General Microbiology,
General Microbiology Lab (3,2)
PH 201, PH 202, PH 203. *General Physics
(5,5,5)
ST 351. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
or approved CS course (4)
Electives (3)
Writing III/Speech (3)
Junior Year (44)
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry (4,3)
CH 324. Quantitative Analysis (4)
MB 310. Bacterial Molecular Genetics (3)
MB 311. ^Molecular Microbiology Lab: A
Writing Intensive Course (3)
MB 312. Bacterial Physiology and
Metabolism (3)
Perspectives (15)
Synthesis (6)
Electives (3)
Senior Year (45)
Select 22 credits from the approved
400-level microbiology courses
below (2 credits must come from
400-level laboratory courses):
MB 401. Research (1–16)
MB 405. Reading and Conference (3)
MB 406. Special Projects (2–3)
MB 407. Seminar (1)
MB 410. Occupational Internship (3)
MB 416. Immunology (3)
MB 417. Immunology Lab (2)
MB 420. Microbial Diversity (3)
MB 430. Bacterial Pathogenesis (3)
MB 432. Pathogenic Mechanisms (3)
MB 434. Virology (3)
MB 435. Pathogenic Microbes Lab (2)
MB 440. Food Microbiology (3)
MB 441. Food Microbiology Lab (2)
MB 448. Microbial Ecology (3)
MB 456. Microbial Genetics and
Biotechnology (3)
College of Science
MB 479. Fermentation Microbiology (3)
MB 480. General Parasitology (3)
MB 499. Special Topics (2)
Electives (23)
Total=180
Note: Microbiology majors planning
advanced professional training in medicine, should consult a pre-medical, clinical lab science or other appropriate
advisor.
MICROBIOLOGY MINOR
The Microbiology minor is designed for
students from other majors who have an
additional interest in microbiology.
Required Core
MB 302. General Microbiology (3)
MB 303. General Microbiology Lab (3)
MB 310. Bacterial Molecular Genetics (3)
MB 311. ^Molecular Microbiology Lab: A
Writing Intensive Course (3)
MB 312. Bacterial Physiology and
Metabolism (3)
Plus 13 additional credits of upper-division
microbiology courses selected after
consultation with the head advisor in the
Department of Microbiology.
Two of the 13 credits must come from
400-level laboratory courses. Not more
than 3 of the 13 upper-division credits
can consist of MB 401, Research. Other
blanket courses cannot be used to satisfy
the minor requirement. All of these
courses must be graded, not S/U.
Total=27
MICROBIOLOGY (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Biotechnological microbiology,
environmental microbiology, food
microbiology, genomics, immunology,
microbial ecology, microbial evolution,
microbial genetics and molecular biology,
pathogenic microbiology, virology
The Department of Microbiology offers
graduate programs leading to the Master
of Science, Master of Arts, and Doctor of
Philosophy degrees. Major fields of study
are diverse and include basic and applied
aspects of virology and bacteriology;
immunology and pathogenic microbiology; environmental and applied
microbiology, and microbial evolution.
Students may minor in a variety of
related disciplines in the life sciences,
such as molecular and cellular biology
and biochemistry. Integrated minors are
often selected in order to allow students
to develop a program that best serves
their needs.
The principle objectives of the graduate major in microbiology are completion of a comprehensive research project
and preparation of a thesis. Student
programs and research projects are
developed with the major professor and
are subject to approval by a committee
of graduate faculty members. Microbiol-
ogy research facilities are excellent and
well-equipped.
For more information, write to Bruce
Geller, Professor, Department of Microbiology, 220 Nash Hall, OSU, Corvallis OR
97331-3804 or email: gellerb@oregonstate.edu.
MICROBIOLOGY
GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
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MB 399. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16).
MB 399H. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). PREREQS:
Honors College approval required.
MB 401. RESEARCH (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MB 403. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MB 405. READING AND CONFERENCE
(1-16). Conference: Instruction in microbiology.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
MB 406. SPECIAL PROJECTS (1-16). Reading
and Conference/Instructor in Microbiology.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
COURSES
MB 407. SEMINAR (1-16). Graded P/N.
MB 110. ORIENTATION TO MICROBIOLOGY (1).
Introduction of incoming microbiology students to
college life with an emphasis on faculties, facilities,
services, and curricula in microbiology. Exposure
to career opportunities in microbiology. Graded P/N.
MB 410. OCCUPATIONAL INTERNSHIP
(1-10). Supervised work experience at selected
cooperating institutions, agencies, laboratories,
clinics or companies. Maximum of 10 credits
allowed but no more than 3 credits may be used
to satisfy microbiology major requirement of 36
credits. Graded P/N. PREREQS: Departmental
approval required.
MB 230. *INTRODUCTORY MICROBIOLOGY (4).
Microbiology as it affects our everyday lives. The
impact of microorganisms on health, food/water
sanitation, environment, industry, and genetic
engineering. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core Course)
MB 230H. *INTRODUCTORY MICROBIOLOGY
(4). Microbiology as it affects our everyday lives.
The impact of microorganisms on health, food/
water sanitation, environment, industry, and
genetic engineering. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: Honors College approval required.
MB 302. GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY (3).
Emphasis on cytology, physiology, virology, growth
and control of growth with coverage of the role
of microorganisms in nature, in disease, and as
useful tools. PREREQS: CH 332 or CH 335 and
BI 314
MB 303. GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY
LABORATORY (2). Development of laboratory
techniques; exercises designed to reinforce
concepts covered in MB 302. Lec/lab. PREREQS:
MB 302*, Two terms organic chemistry.
MB 310. BACTERIAL MOLECULAR GENETICS
(3). Introductory concepts of bacterial molecular
genetics. Topics include DNA replication, mutation,
DNA repair, DNA recombination, transposons,
bacteriophages, genetic manipulation, and gene
regulation. PREREQS: MB 302 and BB 451*,
BB 450.
MB 311. ^MOLECULAR MICROBIOLOGY LAB:
A WRITING INTENSIVE COURSE (3). Scientific
writing, laboratory notebook composition,
experimental design, and laboratory experiments
in bacterial molecular biology. (Writing Intensive
Course) PREREQS: (MB 303 or MB 303H) and
MB 310*
MB 312. BACTERIAL PHYSIOLOGY AND
METABOLISM (3). Molecular structure and
function, macromolecular assembly, energy
production and use, and cellular growth.
PREREQS: MB 310 and BB 451, BB 450.
MB 330. *DISEASE AND SOCIETY (3).
Infectious disease has many effects on the
development of society, and likewise, human
interactions affect the development of disease.
The course examines these interactions with a
focus on the role of race, class, and economic
status in the development of epidemics. (Bacc
Core Course)
MB 390. *THE WORLD ACCORDING TO
MICROBES (3). Explores the impact microbes
have on human societies and the contemporary
global issues surrounding the uses and abuses of
microbes. From biological warfare to the foods we
consume to the reduction of pollution, microbes
are eager participants in our lives. Social, legal,
economic, political, and ethical issues surrounding
the exploitation of microbes will be debated.
(Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: Upper-division
standing.
MB 416. IMMUNOLOGY (3). Basic theory
and applications of immunochemistry,
immunogenetics, and cellular immunology.
Examination of immunologically related diseases.
PREREQS: BB 451, MB 310.
MB 417. IMMUNOLOGY LABORATORY
(2). Laboratory on the applications of current
immunological techniques. PREREQS: (MB 303
or MB 303H) and MB 416*, MB 310.
MB 420. MICROBIAL DIVERSITY (3). The
origins of life, astrobiology, and life in extreme
environments. An evolutionary and biochemical
tour of microbial life in hot springs inside the earth,
and other extraordinary habitats. Offered every
odd year. PREREQS: MB 302 and BB 451,
MB 310, BB 450.
MB 430. BACTERIAL PATHOGENESIS (3).
Bacteria pathogenic for humans, emphasizing the
structural, physiological and genetic mechanisms
of pathogenesis. Role of the immune system in
pathogenesis and protection. PREREQS: BB 451
and MB 302 and MB 310
MB 432. PATHOGENIC MECHANISMS (3).
Interactive examination of the molecular basis of
infectious diseases. Emphasis on bacterial and
parasitic pathogens of animals. PREREQS: MB 430
MB 434. VIROLOGY (3). Properties of viruses,
their biology and pathogenesis. Emphasis on
viruses causing human disease. PREREQS:
BB 451 and MB 310*
MB 435. PATHOGENIC MICROBES
LABORATORY (2). Laboratory experiments to
illustrate concepts presented in MB 430 and/or
MB 434, focusing on pathogenic microorganisms.
PREREQS: MB 303 or MB 303H, MB 302,
MB 430 or MB 434 (concurrent enrollment OK).
MB 440. FOOD MICROBIOLOGY (3). Role of
microorganisms in food spoilage, infection, and
intoxication; also basic principles in contamination
control and germicidal treatment during
processing, preparing, and distributing food for
consumption. PREREQS: MB 302 or equivalent.
MB 441. FOOD MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY
(2). Laboratory techniques to accompany MB
440/MB 540. PREREQS: (MB 303 or MB 303H)
and MB 440, MB 302.
MB 448. MICROBIAL ECOLOGY (3). A
comparison of soil sediments and freshwater
as microbial habitats. Discussion of the role
of microorganisms in nutrient cycles, effects
of microbial activity on plant and animal life.
PREREQS: MB 302
MB 456. MICROBIAL GENETICS AND
BIOTECHNOLOGY (3). General biology of
natural, genetically engineered, and composite
plasmids. Major topics include extrachromosomal
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DNA replication, plasmid transmission, insertion
elements, transposons, gene expression, and
recombinant DNA vectors. Relevance to hostparasite and host-symbiotic interaction in both
prokaryotes and eukaryotes. PREREQS: (BB 350
or BB 450) and (BB 351 or BB 451) and MB 302
and MB 310* COREQS: MB 310
MB 479. FERMENTATION MICROBIOLOGY
(3). An introduction to industrial microbiology
with a focus on the physiology of fermentation
and use of microorganisms for the production of
food ingredients, fermented foods, and beverages.
CROSSLISTED as FST 479/FST 579. PREREQS:
BB 450 and MB 302, (BB 350 or BI 314).
MB 480. GENERAL PARASITOLOGY
(3). Introduction to parasitology. The course
emphasizes medical parasitology, but will cover a
broad overview of parasitology, covering important
groups and host/parasite relationships among all
taxa from invertebrates to vertebrates, including
mammals. PREREQS: BI 314 or BB 450 or
equivalent or Z 361 or MB 302 or equivalent.
MB 492. DISEASES OF FISH (3). Diagnosis,
prevention, and treatment of the economically
important disease agents of fish emphasizing
microbiology, parasitology, pathology, immunology,
and serology. PREREQS: Two years of biology.
MB 499. ST/PARASITOLOGY (1-16). Section A.
General Parasitology Laboratory (2), a handson introduction to parasites with the focus on
organisms causing diseases of veterinary medical
concern. Laboratory activities include small
host animal dissections and sample preparation
for both microscopic and molecular diagnosis.
Summer 2-week intensive course, best paired with
MB 480 General Parasitology. Section A prereq is
one year of biology with laboratory. Lec/lab.
MB 499. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). Lec/lab.
MB 501. RESEARCH (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MB 503. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MB 505. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
MB 507. SEMINAR (1). Graded P/N.
MB 510. INTERNSHIP (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MB 516. IMMUNOLOGY (3). Basic theory
and applications of immunochemistry,
immunogenetics, and cellular immunology.
Examination of immunologically related diseases.
PREREQS: MB 310, BB 451.
MB 517. IMMUNOLOGY LABORATORY
(2). Laboratory on the applications of current
immunological techniques. PREREQS: MB 303,
MB 310. Concurrent enrollment in MB 516.
MB 520. MICROBIAL DIVERSITY (3). The
origins of life, astrobiology, and life in extreme
environments. An evolutionary and biochemical
tour of microbial life in hot springs inside the earth,
and other extraordinary habitats. Offered every
odd year. PREREQS: MB 302, MB 310; BB 450,
BB 451.
MB 530. BACTERIAL PATHOGENESIS (3).
Bacteria pathogenic for humans, emphasizing the
structural, physiological and genetic mechanisms
of pathogenesis. Role of the immune system in
pathogenesis and protection. PREREQS: MB 302.
MB 532. PATHOGENIC MECHANISMS (3).
Interactive examination of the molecular basis of
infectious diseases. Emphasis on bacterial and
parasitic pathogens of animals. PREREQS: At
least a “B” in MB 430.
MB 534. VIROLOGY (3). Properties of viruses,
their biology and pathogenesis. Emphasis on
viruses causing human disease. PREREQS:
MB 310, BB 451.
MB 540. FOOD MICROBIOLOGY (3). Role of
microorganisms in food spoilage, infection, and
intoxication; also basic principles in contamination
control and germicidal treatment during
processing, preparing, and distributing food for
consumption. PREREQS: MB 302 or equivalent.
MB 541. FOOD MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY
(2). Laboratory techniques to accompany
MB 440/MB 540. PREREQS: MB 540*, MB 302,
MB 303.
MB 548. MICROBIAL ECOLOGY (3). A
comparison of soil sediments and freshwater
as microbial habitats. Discussion of the role
of microorganisms in nutrient cycles, effects
of microbial activity on plant and animal life.
PREREQS: MB 302.
MB 554. MICROBIAL GENETICS (4). Principles
of microbial genetics. Topics include prokaryotic
genetics, DNA replication, transcription,
translation, plasmids and transposons, DNA repair
and gene regulation. PREREQS: MB 310,
BB 450, BB 451 or equivalent or instructor
approval required.
MB 556. MICROBIAL GENETICS AND
BIOTECHNOLOGY (3). General biology of
natural, genetically engineered, and composite
plasmids. Major topics include extrachromosomal
DNA replication, plasmid transmission, insertion
elements, transposons, gene expression, and
recombinant DNA vectors. Relevance to hostparasite and host-symbiotic interaction in both
prokaryotes and eukaryotes. PREREQS: (BB 350
or BB 450) and (BB 351 or BB 451). MB 310*.
MB 579. FERMENTATION MICROBIOLOGY
(3). An introduction to industrial microbiology
with a focus on the physiology of fermentation
and use of microorganisms for the production of
food ingredients, fermented foods, and beverages.
CROSSLISTED as FST 479/FST 579. PREREQS:
(BB 350 or BI 314) and MB 302.
MB 580. GENERAL PARASITOLOGY
(3). Introduction to parasitology. The course
emphasizes medical parasitology, but will cover a
broad overview of parasitology, covering important
groups and host/parasite relationships among all
taxa from invertebrates to vertebrates, including
mammals. PREREQS: BI 314 or BB 450 or
equivalent or Z 361 or MB 302 or equivalent.
MB 592. DISEASES OF FISH (3). Diagnosis,
prevention, and treatment of the economically
important disease agents of fish emphasizing
microbiology, parasitology, pathology, immunology,
and serology. PREREQS: Two years of biology.
MB 599. ST/PARASITOLOGY (1-16). Section A.
General Parasitology Laboratory (2), a handson introduction to parasites with the focus on
organisms causing diseases of veterinary medical
concern. Laboratory activities include small
host animal dissections and sample preparation
for both microscopic and molecular diagnosis.
Summer 2-week intensive course, best paired with
MB 480 General Parasitology. Section A prereq is
one year of biology with laboratory. Lec/lab.
MB 599. SELECTED TOPICS (1-4).
MB 601. RESEARCH (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MB 603. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MB 605. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
MB 607. SEMINAR (1). Graded P/N.
MB 610. INTERNSHIP (1-9). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
MB 666. CURRENT TOPICS IN
ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY (3).
Lectures and discussions of the roles that
microorganisms play in the biodegradation and
bioremediation of organic and inorganic pollutants.
Offered alternate years.
MB 668. BIOINFORMATICS AND GENOMICS
(4). This course is divided into two 2-credit
modules. First module teaches both the theory
and practice of basic informatics techniquesincluding sequence alignment, sequence
searching, and the evolution of protein familiesand their applications at a genome-wide level
(comparative genomics and functional genomics).
Second module introduces the fundamental tools
of bioinformatics (Linux, Perl) and bioinformatics
algorithms necessary to process and analyze
large datasets generated from high-throughput
genomics experiments. The second module
is structured in three sections: Programming
Concepts (PC), Biological Applications (BA) and
Biological Projects (BP). Programming Concepts
lays the foundation for the later two sections.
PC teaches students to work within a Linux
operating system in a client/server environment.
Students learn to create programs in Perl scripting
language, which permeates modern bioinformatics
applications. Relevant programming concepts are
presented and code examples illustrated using
biological data. BA builds on the PC foundation
to provide “snapshots” of common bioinformatics
methods. For example, formatting biological
sequence data into standard file formats, parsing
the output from common bioinformatics software,
adding notations to biosequences, calculating
common statistics associated with biosequences
(i.e., reverse complementation of DNA sequence).
BP uses the BA snapshots to develop more
extensive projects. BP incorporates extensive
coverage of theoretical and algorithmic concepts
to explore a biological topic where dealing with
the data in a computational and mathematical
framework is essential. CROSSLISTED as
MCB 668.
MB 699. SPECIAL TOPICS (16). Lec/lab.
College of Science
PHYSICS
Henri Jansen, Chair
301 Weniger Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-6507
541-737-4631
E-mail: physics.chair@science.oregonstate.edu
Website: http://www.physics.oregonstate.
edu/
FACULTY
Professors Jansen, Manogue, Tate,
Warren,
Associate Professors Giebultowicz,
Hetherington, Lee, McIntyre
Assistant Professors Demaree,
Minot, Podolskiy, Ostroverkhova,
Roundy, Schneider
Instructor Bannon
ADJUNCT FACULTY
Keszler
Undergraduate Majors
Physics (BA, BS)
Options
Applied Physics
Biophysics
Chemical Physics
Computational Physics
Geophysics
Mathematical Physics
Optical Physics
Physics Education
Computational Physics (BA, BS)
Minor
Physics
Graduate Major
Applied Physics (MS)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Computational Physics
Environmental Physics
Materials Science
Optics
Physics (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Atomic Physics
Computational Physics
Nuclear Physics
Optical Physics
Particle Physics
Physics Education
Solid State Physics
Relativity
Graduate Minors
Applied Physics
Physics
Physics is the study of the fundamental
structure of matter and the interactions of its constituents. Physicists are
concerned with the development of
concepts needed for a precise description
of nature and with experiments to test
such concepts.
For students of science and engineering, the study of physics provides the basic foundation needed to understand the
complex workings of the material world,
from the forces that build atoms to those
that build bridges. For students of the
liberal arts, the study of physics provides
an introduction to modern ideas about
the most fundamental and elemental
aspects of nature and how those ideas
developed in their cultural and historical
context. Physics is a basic and indispensable tool in all technical fields, and its
development figures prominently in any
discussion of the intellectual history of
our civilization.
UNDERGRADUATE
DEGREE PROGRAMS
The department offers several programs
leading to degrees in physics. A basic
physics curriculum in the College of Science stresses the detailed and advanced
preparation needed for graduate work or
employment in physics.
Options are available within the physics degree program that prepare students
for graduate work or employment in
an allied field, such as applied physics,
biophysics, chemical physics, computational physics, geophysics, mathematical physics, optical physics, and physics
education.
The curriculum in computational
physics combines elements of the
physics curriculum with a focus on the
scientific, mathematical, and problemsolving skills needed to solve problems
using computers.
An engineering physics curriculum in
the College of Engineering encompasses
advanced study both in physics and in
one of the engineering disciplines. Other
programs are offered that train students
for careers in physics teaching. A physics
minor is available for students majoring
in other areas of science and engineering.
The Department of Physics has
recently introduced a completely new
upper-division curriculum, Paradigms in
Physics. Many of the junior-year courses
are taught in 2-credit intensive modules,
meeting seven hours a week for about
three weeks.
GRADUATE DEGREES
Graduate programs leading to the MA,
MS, and PhD are offered, emphasizing
theoretical or experimental studies in
the areas of atomic physics, computational physics, nuclear physics, optical
physics, particle physics, and solid state
physics. The MS degree has both thesis
and nonthesis options. Comprehensive
written and oral examinations must be
passed before the student can become a
candidate for an advanced degree.
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CAREERS
A multitude of opportunities exists for
students who complete undergraduate degrees in physics. They include
employment in technological industries, including electronics, computers,
optics, materials science, and aerospace;
graduate study leading to an advanced
degree in physics or a related area such
as mathematics, earth sciences, computer
science, engineering, or astronomy; and
degree programs leading to professions
such as law or medicine, with specialties
in areas in which a physics background
is essential.
PREPARATION
Recommended high school preparation for students who plan to major
in physics includes one year each of
chemistry and physics and four years of
mathematics through analytic geometry.
Mathematics preparation is especially
important; students who are not ready
to start calculus (MTH 251, *Differential Calculus) upon entering may be
delayed in their progress toward a degree.
Students anticipating transfer to OSU
from another institution are encouraged
to contact the Department of Physics as
early as possible to discuss their placement in the course curricula.
ADVISING
Each undergraduate student is assigned
an advisor who helps select the most
appropriate degree program and assists
in planning the curriculum. Minor variations in the requirements for degrees are
possible, but must be discussed with the
advisor and approved at an early stage
in curriculum planning. Near the end of
the degree program, the advisor can help
the student to apply for employment or
admission to graduate programs.
OPTIONS
Students desiring to combine the study
of physics with that of another related
subject should consider the options
below, or should consult with a Department of Physics advisor about substituting upper-division work in a related field
for certain of the upper-division physics
requirements. All such substitutions
must constitute a coherent program in
related areas and must be approved in
advance by the Department of Physics.
In each case, the program must include
at least 3 credits of PH 403, ^Thesis, to
satisfy the WIC requirements.
ENGINEERING PHYSICS
Students wanting to earn the BS in
Engineering Physics degree should
register in the College of Engineering.
Engineering physics students complete
fewer physics courses and more advanced
courses in the engineering discipline of
their choice. See the College of Engineer-
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ing section of this catalog for a detailed
description of the engineering physics
degree program.
Engineering physics majors have the
option of simultaneously earning two
degrees, a BS in Physics (through the College of Science) and a BS in Engineering
Physics (through the College of Engineering). Arrangements for this curriculum
must be made through a Department of
Physics advisor.
ASTRONOMY
The Department of Physics offers an
introductory sequence in astronomy,
which covers a full range of topics
in astronomy (PH 205. *Solar System
Astronomy; PH 206, *Stars and Stellar Evolution; and PH 207, *Galaxies,
Quasars, and Cosmology). A less rigorous
descriptive course, PH 104, *Descriptive
Astronomy, is also available. Students
who desire careers in astronomy can
design a curriculum under the Geophysics option, which includes related course
work in geology and in atmospheric sciences. This curriculum would qualify the
student for graduate work in astronomy.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
All undergraduate students must satisfy
the university requirements for graduation (see the description of the baccalaureate core in this catalog) and the college
requirements (see the descriptions in the
College of Science or College of Engineering section). Specific requirements
for the degree in engineering physics
may be found in the course descriptions
of the College of Engineering.
All physics majors must complete
the following lower-division
courses:
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
MTH 253. Infinite Series and Sequences (4)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
MTH 255. Vector Calculus II (4)
MTH 256. Applied Differential Equations (4)
PH 211, PH 212, PH 213. *General Physics
with Calculus (4,4,4)
PH 221, PH 222, PH 223. Recitations for PH
211, PH 212, PH 213 (1,1,1)
PH 265 or another approved course in
computer programming.
Seniors must complete at least 3 credits of
PH 403 to satisfy the WIC requirement.
For graduation under the basic
physics option, upper-division
course requirements include:
MTH 341. Linear Algebra I (3)
PH 314. Introductory Modern Physics (4)
PH 320. Paradigms in Physics: Symmetries
(2)
PH 411. Analog and Digital Electronics (3)
PH 412. Analog and Digital Electronics (3)
PH 421. Paradigms in Physics: Oscillations
(2)
PH 422. Paradigms in Physics: Static Vector
Fields (2)
PH 423. Paradigms in Physics: Energy and
Entropy (2)
PH 424. Paradigms in Physics: Waves in
One Dimension (2)
PH 425. Paradigms in Physics: Quantum
Measurements and Spin (2)
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics: Central
Forces (2)
PH 427. Paradigms in Physics: Periodic
Systems (2)
PH 428. Paradigms in Physics: Rigid Bodies
(2)
OR PH 429. Paradigms in Physics:
Reference Frames (2)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
PH 441. Capstones in Physics: Thermal and
Statistical Physics (3)
PH 451. Capstones in Physics: Quantum
Mechanics (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
PH 481. Physical Optics (4)
PH 415. Computer Interfacing and
Instrumentation (3)
or PH 464. Scientific Computing II (3)
At least one additional course must
be chosen from the following:
PH 415. Computer Interfacing and
Instrumentation (3)
PH 464. Scientific Computing II (3)
PH 465. Computational Physics (3)
PH 475. Introduction to Solid State
Physics (3)
PH 482. Optical Electronic Systems (4)
PH 483. Guided Wave Optics (4)
PH 485. Atomic, Molecular, and Optical
Physics (3)
PH 495. Introduction to Particle and
Nuclear Physics (3)
To qualify for the Bachelor of Arts
degree in Physics, students must
complete:
PH 314. Introductory Modern Physics (4)
PH 320. Paradigms in Physics: Symmetries
(2)
PH 421. Paradigms in Physics: Oscillations
(2)
PH 422. Paradigms in Physics: Static Vector
Fields (2)
PH 423. Paradigms in Physics: Energy and
Entropy (2)
PH 424. Paradigms in Physics: Waves in
One Dimension (2)
PH 425. Paradigms in Physics: Quantum
Measurements and Spin (2)
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics: Central
Forces (2)
PH 427. Paradigms in Physics: Periodic
Systems (2)
PH 428. Paradigms in Physics: Rigid Bodies
(2)
OR PH 429. Paradigms in Physics:
Reference Frames (2)
And at least one of:
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
PH 441. Capstones in Physics: Thermal
and Statistical Physics (3)
PH 451. Capstones in Physics: Quantum
Mechanics (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
And at least 7 additional credits chosen
from among the non-blanket 400-level
courses listed for the BS in Physics degree.
In addition, the student must
complete 9 credits of approved electives
in the College of Liberal Arts and must
complete or demonstrate proficiency in
the second year of a foreign language.
Grades of “C–” or better must be
attained in all courses required for the
physics major. Courses in which a lower
grade is received must be repeated until a
satisfactory grade is received.
COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS
(BA, BS, CRED, HBA, HBS)
All undergraduate students must
satisfy the university requirements for
graduation and the College of Science
requirements.
Sample Schedule
Freshman Year (45)
CH 201. General Chemistry (3)
or CH 221. General Chemistry (5)
CH 202. General Chemistry (3)
or CH 222. *General Chemistry (5)
CS 161. Introductory Computer Science (4)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
PH 211. *General Physics with Calculus (4)
and PH 221. Recitation for Physics 211 (1)
PH 265. Scientific Computing (3)
BCC perspective courses (9)
Fitness (3)
Writing I (3)
Sophomore Year (46)
CS 162. Introductory Computer Science (4)
MTH 232. Elements of Discrete
Mathematics (4)
MTH 253. Infinite Series and Sequences (4)
MTH 255. Vector Calculus II (4)
MTH 256. Applied Differential Equations (4)
MTH 341. Linear Algebra I (3)
PH 212. *General Physics with Calculus (4)
PH 222. Recitation for Physics 212 (1)
PH 213. *General Physics with Calculus (4)
PH 223. Recitation for Physics 213 (1)
PH 314. Introductory Modern Physics (4)
PH 464. Scientific Computing II (3)
BCC perspective (3)
Writing II (3)
Junior Year (45)
CS 261. Data Structures (4)
ST 351. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
PH 320. Paradigms in Physics: Symmetries (2)
PH 407. Seminar (1)
or CS 507. Seminar (1)
PH 421. Paradigms in Physics: Oscillations (2)
PH 422. Paradigms in Physics: Static Vector
Fields (2)
PH 424. Paradigms in Physics: Waves in
One Dimension (2)
PH 425. Paradigms in Physics: Quantum
Measurements and Spin (2)
College of Science
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics: Central
Forces (2)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
PH 465. Computational Physics (3)
PH 466. Computational Physics II (3)
Biology elective (4)
BCC perspectives (8)
Writing III or speech (3)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
PH 464. Scientific Computing II (3)
PH 465. Computational Physics (3)
PH 466. Computational Physics II (3)
Senior Year (44)
Mathematics Core Courses
CS 391. Social and Ethical Issues in
Computer Science (3)
CS 395. Interactive Multimedia (4)
MTH 451. Numerical Linear Algebra (3)
PH 401. Research (1)
PH 403. ^Thesis (1-winter)+(2-spring)
PH 407. Seminar (1)
PH 417/PH 517. Advanced Computational
Physics Lab (3)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
Electives (17)
BCC synthesis course (3)
All undergraduate students must
satisfy the university requirements
for graduation and the College of
Science requirements.
COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS
(BA DEGREE)
1. Students must take 18 of the 21
listed upper-division physics courses
(excluding MTH 341, Linear Algebra I)
2. Four courses from the group below:
CS 391. Social and Ethical Issues in
Computer Science (3)
CS 395. Interactive Multimedia (4)
PH 423. Paradigms in Physics: Energy
and Entropy (2)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
3. Plus 9 credits of approved electives
in the College of Liberal Arts. In
addition, students must complete
or demonstrate proficiency in the
second year of a foreign language.
COMPUTATIONAL
PHYSICS (BS DEGREE) (180)
Physics Core Courses
PH 211. *General Physics with Calculus (4)
PH 221. Recitation for Physics 211 (1)
PH 212, PH 213. *General Physics with
Calculus (4,4)
PH 222, PH 223. Recitation for Physics 212,
213 (1,1)
PH 265. Scientific Computing (3)
PH 314. Introductory Modern Physics (4)
PH 401. Research (1)
PH 403. ^Thesis (3)
PH 407/CS 407. Seminar (1)
or PH 507/CS 507. Seminar (1)
PH 417. Advanced Computational Physics
Lab (3)
PH 320, PH 421, PH 422, PH 424, PH 425,
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics (12)
MTH 232. Elements of Discrete
Mathematics (4)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
MTH 253. Infinite Series and Sequences (4)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
MTH 255. Vector Calculus II (4)
MTH 256. Applied Differential Equations (4)
MTH 341. Linear Algebra I (3)
MTH 451. Numerical Linear Algebra (3)
ST 351. Intro to Statistical Methods (3)
Computer Science Core Courses
CS 161, CS 162. Introductory Computer
Science (4,4)
CS 261. Data Structures (4)
CS 391. *Social and Ethical Issues in
Computer Science (3)
CS 295. Intermediate Web Authoring (4)
or CS 395. Interactive Multimedia (4)
Chemistry Core Courses
CH 201. General Chemistry (3)
or CH 221. General Chemistry (5)
CH 202. General Chemistry (3)
or CH 222. *General Chemistry (5)
Elective Courses and Substitutions
Substitution of other courses may be
made after written approval from the
program director.
• PH 451, Capstones in Physics:
Quantum Mechanics (3) may be
substituted for PH 435, Capstones in
Physics: Classical Mechanics (3)
• MTH 452, Numerical Solution of
Ordinary Differential Equations (3)
or MTH 453, Numerical Solution
of Partial Differential Equations
(3) may be substituted for CS 295,
Intermediate Web Authoring (4) and
CS 395. Interactive Multimedia (4)
• MTH 361, Probability (4) or ST
314, Introductory Statistics (3) may
be substituted for ST 351, Intro to
Statistical Methods (3)
• CS 311, Operating Systems I (4)
or CS 361, ^Software Engineering
(4) may be substituted for CS 295,
Intermediate Web Authoring (4) or
CS 395, Interactive Multimedia (4)
for CS 391, Social and Ethical Issues
in Computer Science (3)
Footnotes:
* Baccalaureate core course
^ Writing Intensive course
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(BA, BS, CRED, HBA, HBS)
Sample Curriculum in Physics
Freshman Year
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
PH 211. *General Physics with Calculus (4)
PH 221. Recitation for Physics 211 (1)
PH 265. Scientific Computing (3)
Fitness (3)
Perspectives (3)
Writing I (3)
Sophomore Year
MTH 253. Infinite Series and Sequences (4)
MTH 255. Vector Calculus (4)
MTH 256. Applied Differential Equations
(4)
PH 212, PH 213. *General Physics with
Calculus (4,4)
PH 222, PH 223. Recitation for Physics 212,
213 (1,1)
PH 314. Introductory Modern Physics (4)
Biological science (4)
Perspectives (9)
Writing II, III (6)
Junior Year
MTH 341. Linear Algebra (3)
PH 320. Paradigms in Physics: Symmetries (2)
PH 411, PH 412. Analog and Digital
Electronics (3,3)
PH 415. Computer Interfacing and
Instrumentation (3)
PH 421, PH 422, PH 423, PH 424, PH 425,
PH 426, PH 427, PH 428 or PH 429.
Paradigms in Physics (18)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
Perspectives (3)
Synthesis (3)
Electives (6)
Senior Year
PH 401. Research (1)
PH 403. ^Thesis (3)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 441. Capstones in Physics: Thermal and
Statistical Physics (3)
PH 451. Capstones in Physics: Quantum
Physics (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
PH 464. Scientific Computing II (3)
PH 481. Physical Optics (4)
Physics elective (3)
Synthesis (3)
Electives (19)
APPLIED PHYSICS OPTION
PH 314. Introduction to Modern Physics (4)
PH 320. Paradigms in Physics: Symmetries (2)
PH 411, PH 412. Analog and Digital
Electronics (3,3)
PH 415. Computer Interfacing and
Instrumentation (3)
PH 421. Paradigms in Physics: Oscillations
(2)
PH 422. Paradigms in Physics: Static Vector
Fields (2)
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PH 423. Paradigms in Physics: Energy and
Entropy (2)
PH 424. Paradigms in Physics: Waves in
One Dimension (2)
PH 425. Paradigms in Physics: Quantum
Measurements and Spin (2)
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics: Central
Forces (2)
PH 427. Paradigms in Physics: Periodic
Systems (2)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
or PH 451. Capstones in Physics:
Quantum Mechanics (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
PH 481. Physical Optics (4)
Plus: 15 credits of upper-division
work in an engineering discipline
that may include:
PH 482. Optical Electronic Systems (4)
and PH 483. Guided Wave Optics (4)
It also may include one of:
PH 475. Introduction to Solid State
Physics (3)
PH 485. Atomic, Molecular, and Optical
Physics (3)
PH 495. Introduction to Particle and
Nuclear Physics (3)
(The engineering courses must be approved
in advance by a Department of Physics
advisor.)
Engineering science (ENGR) courses cannot
be used to satisfy this option.
CHEMICAL PHYSICS OPTION
GEOPHYSICS OPTION
PH 314. Introduction to Modern Physics (4)
PH 320. Paradigms in Physics: Symmetries
(2)
PH 411, PH 412. Analog and Digital
Electronics (3,3)
PH 415. Computer Interfacing and
Instrumentation (3)
PH 421. Paradigms in Physics: Oscillations
(2)
PH 422. Paradigms in Physics: Static Vector
Fields (2)
PH 423. Paradigms in Physics: Energy and
Entropy (2)
PH 424. Paradigms in Physics: Waves in
One Dimension (2)
PH 425. Paradigms in Physics: Quantum
Measurements and Spin (2)
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics: Central
Forces (2)
PH 427. Paradigms in Physics: Periodic
Systems (2)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
PH 441. Capstones in Physics: Thermal and
Statistical Physics (3)
or CH 440. Physical Chemistry (3)
PH 451. Capstones in Physics: Quantum
Mechanics (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
Plus: 12 credits of approved upper-division
work in chemistry, including at least one
lab course.
BIOPHYSICS OPTION
COMPUTATIONAL
PHYSICS OPTION
PH 314. Introduction to Modern Physics (4)
PH 320. Paradigms in Physics: Symmetries
(2)
PH 411, PH 412. Analog and Digital
Electronics (3,3)
PH 415. Computer Interfacing and
Instrumentation (3)
PH 421. Paradigms in Physics: Oscillations
(2)
PH 422. Paradigms in Physics: Static Vector
Fields (2)
PH 423. Paradigms in Physics: Energy and
Entropy (2)
PH 424. Paradigms in Physics: Waves in
One Dimension (2)
PH 425. Paradigms in Physics: Quantum
Measurements and Spin (2)
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics: Central
Forces (2)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
PH 441. Capstones in Physics: Thermal and
Statistical Physics (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
PH 481. Physical Optics (4)
Plus 15 credits selected from below:
ATS 411. Thermodynamics and Cloud
Microphysics (4)
ATS 412. Atmospheric Radiation (3)
ATS 475. Planetary Atmospheres (3)
GEO 463. ^Geophysics and Tectonics (4)
GEO 487. Hydrogeology (4)
OC 430. Principles of Physical
Oceanography (4)
BB 481, BB 482, BB 483. Biophysics (3,3,3)
CH 440, CH 441, CH 442. Physical
Chemistry (3,3,3)
PH 314. Introductory Modern Physics (4)
PH 411, PH 412. Analog and Digital
Electronics (3,3)
PH 415. Computer Interfacing and
Instrumentation (3)
PH 421. Paradigms in Physics: Oscillations
(2)
PH 422. Paradigms in Physics: Static Vector
Fields (2)
PH 423. Paradigms in Physics: Energy and
Entropy (2)
PH 424. Paradigms in Physics: Waves in
One Dimension (2)
PH 425. Paradigms in Physics: Quantum
Measurements and Spin (2)
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics: Central
Forces (2)
PH 427. Paradigms in Physics: Periodic
Systems (2)
PH 428. Paradigms in Physics: Rigid Bodies
(2)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
or PH 451. Capstones in Physics:
Quantum Mechanics (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
PH 481. Physical Optics (4)
PH 314. Introduction to Modern Physics (4)
PH 320. Paradigms in Physics: Symmetries
(2)
PH 411, PH 412. Analog and Digital
Electronics (3,3)
PH 415. Computer Interfacing and
Instrumentation (3)
PH 421. Paradigms in Physics: Oscillations
(2)
PH 422. Paradigms in Physics: Static Vector
Fields (2)
PH 423. Paradigms in Physics: Energy and
Entropy (2)
PH 424. Paradigms in Physics: Waves in
One Dimension (2)
PH 425. Paradigms in Physics: Quantum
Measurements and Spin (2)
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics: Central
Forces (2)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
PH 464. Scientific Computing II (3)
PH 465. Computational Physics (3)
PH 481. Physical Optics (4)
Plus: 15 credits of upper-division work
constituting a coherent program in
computational science.
MATHEMATICAL
PHYSICS OPTION
PH 314. Introduction to Modern Physics (4)
PH 320. Paradigms in Physics: Symmetries (2)
PH 411, PH 412. Analog and Digital
Electronics (3,3)
PH 415. Computer Interfacing and
Instrumentation (3)
PH 421. Paradigms in Physics: Oscillations (2)
PH 422. Paradigms in Physics: Static Vector
Fields (2)
PH 423. Paradigms in Physics: Energy and
Entropy (2)
PH 424. Paradigms in Physics: Waves in
One Dimension (2)
PH 425. Paradigms in Physics: Quantum
Measurements and Spin (2)
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics: Central
Forces (2)
PH 428. Paradigms in Physics: Rigid Bodies
(2)
OR PH 429. Paradigms in Physics:
Reference Frames (2)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
PH 441. Capstones in Physics: Thermal and
Statistical Physics (3)
PH 451. Capstones in Physics: Quantum
Mechanics (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
PH 464. Scientific Computing II (3)
Plus: 12 credits of approved upper-division
work in mathematics.
College of Science
OPTICAL PHYSICS OPTION
PH 314. Introduction to Modern Physics (4)
PH 320. Paradigms in Physics: Symmetries (2)
PH 411, PH 412. Analog and Digital
Electronics (3,3)
PH 415. Computer Interfacing and
Instrumentation (3)
PH 421. Paradigms in Physics: Oscillations (2)
PH 422. Paradigms in Physics: Static Vector
Fields (2)
PH 423. Paradigms in Physics: Energy and
Entropy (2)
PH 424. Paradigms in Physics: Waves in
One Dimension (2)
PH 425. Paradigms in Physics: Quantum
Measurements and Spin (2)
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics: Central
Forces (2)
PH 427. Paradigms in Physics: Periodic
Systems (2)
PH 428. Paradigms in Physics: Rigid Bodies
(2)
OR PH 429. Paradigms in Physics:
Reference Frames (2)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
PH 441. Capstones in Physics: Thermal and
Statistical Physics (3)
PH 451. Capstones in Physics: Quantum
Mechanics (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
PH 481. Physical Optics (4)
PH 482. Optical Electronic Systems (4)
PH 483. Guided Wave Optics (4)
PHYSICS EDUCATION OPTION
Physics Core (49)
PH 211, PH 212, PH 213. *General
Physics with Calculus (4,4,4)
PH 221, PH 222, PH 223. Recitation for
Physics 211, 212, 213 (1,1,1)
PH 314. Introductory Modern Physics (4)
PH 320. Paradigms in Physics: Symmetries (2)
PH 403. ^Thesis (3)
PH 421. Paradigms in Physics: Oscillations (2)
PH 422. Paradigms in Physics: Static Vector
Fields (2)
PH 424. Paradigms in Physics: Waves in
One Dimension (2)
PH 425. Paradigms in Physics: Quantum
Measurements and Spin (2)
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics: Central
Forces (2)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
PH 451. Capstones in Physics: Quantum
Mechanics (3)
400-level physics electives (6)
Writing Intensive Course (3)
Option requirements (21)
PH 265. Scientific Computing (3)
PH 407. Seminar (Teaching) (3)
SED 309. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3)
SED 409. Field Practicum: Science and
Mathematics (3)
SED 412. Technology
Foundations for Teaching Math and
Science (3)
SED 413. Science Materials and Laboratories
(3)
Chemistry (15)
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)
Math (24)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
MTH 254. Vector Calculus I (4)
MTH 255. Vector Calculus II (4)
MTH 256. Applied Differential Equations (4)
MTH 306. Matrix and Power Series Methods
(4)
Baccalaureate Core (37)
Electives (34)
Total=180
The selected option courses meet the
requirements for an option (21 credits,
18 upper division) and are made up of
courses not specifically required in the
physics major.
COMPUTATIONAL
PHYSICS MINOR
Introductory Physics (15)
PH 211. *General Physics with Calculus (4)
PH 212. *General Physics with Calculus (4)
PH 213. *General Physics with Calculus (4)
PH 265. Scientific Computing (3)
Upper-Division Physics Courses (13)
PH 314. Introductory Modern Physics (4)
PH 464. Scientific Computing II (3)
PH 465. Computational Physics (3)
PH 466. Computational Physics (3)
Substitutions are permitted with a
computational physics advisor’s
permission.
PHYSICS MINOR
Requirements
PH 211, PH 212, PH 213. *General Physics
With Calculus (4,4,4)
PH 314. Introductory Modern Physics (4)
Plus at least 12 credits of upper-division
courses selected, after consultation with
an advisor, from the following list, and
including at least one theory course:
PH 320. Paradigms in Physics: Symmetries
(2)
PH 421. Paradigms in Physics: Oscillations
(2)
PH 422. Paradigms in Physics: Static Vector
Fields (2)
PH 423. Paradigms in Physics: Energy and
Entropy (2)
PH 424. Paradigms in Physics: Waves in
One Dimension (2)
PH 425. Paradigms in Physics: Quantum
Measurements and Spin (2)
PH 426. Paradigms in Physics: Central
Forces (2)
PH 427. Paradigms in Physics: Periodic
Systems (2)
PH 428. Paradigms in
Physics: Rigid Bodies (2)
PH 429. Paradigms in Physics: Reference
Frames (2)
PH 431. Capstones in Physics:
Electromagnetism (3)
PH 435. Capstones in Physics: Classical
Mechanics (3)
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PH 441. Capstones in Physics: Thermal and
Statistical Physics (3)
PH 451. Capstones in Physics: Quantum
Mechanics (3)
PH 461. Capstones in Physics:
Mathematical Methods (3)
PH 481. Physical Optics (4)
PH 482. Optical Electronic Systems (4)
PH 483. Guided Wave Optics (4)
And at least one experimental course:
PH 411. Analog and Digital Electronics (3)
PH 412. Analog and Digital Electronics (3)
PH 415. Computer Interfacing and
Instrumentation (3)
PH 465. Computational Physics (3)
PH 466. Computational Physics (3)
PH 481. Physical Optics (4)
PH 482. Optical Electronic Systems (4)
PH 483. Guided Wave Optics (4)
APPLIED PHYSICS (MS)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Computational physics, environmental
physics, materials science, optics
The Department of Physics offers courses
and research experience leading to the
Master of Arts, Master of Science, and
Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Advanceddegree candidates may pursue thesis
research in experimental, computational,
or theoretical AMO (atomic, molecular,
and optical) physics, nuclear and particle
physics, or solid state physics. Special
programs are available for students who
are preparing for careers in undergraduate teaching. Thesis and nonthesis programs are offered leading to the MS and
MA degrees. A written comprehensive
examination must be passed prior to the
nonthesis master’s final oral or the PhD
preliminary oral examination. There are
no foreign language requirements.
The department maintains a vigorous
colloquium program in which wellknown physicists present lectures on
current research. Students are invited to
participate in topical seminars offered
regularly in each of the major research
areas for the discussion of research results
and for studies of specialized subjects at
an advanced level.
Fellowships and assistantships are
offered to qualified graduate students. A
descriptive brochure is available from the
Department of Physics.
PROFESSIONAL SCIENCE
MASTER’S DEGREE IN APPLIED
PHYSICS
Website: http://professionalmasters.science.orst.edu/
The College of Science offers a twoyear professional program leading to a
Master’s (MS) degree in either Environmental Sciences, Molecular and Cellular
Biology, Botany and Plant Pathology, or
Applied Physics. Students must complete a Bachelor’s degree to be eligible to
apply. An internship is required in lieu
of research and in addition to specific
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training in a scientific discipline, skills in
business management and communications are acquired, enabling students to
effectively work between scientific and
business communities. Students successfully completing this program are eligible
for employment in a variety of work
settings throughout the world.
For general information about Professional Science Master’s Programs, contact
Ursula Bechert, Director of OffCampus Programs, College of Science,
2082 Cordley Hall, 541-737-5259, e-mail:
ursula.bechert@oregonstate.edu.
PHYSICS (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Atomic physics, computational physics,
nuclear physics, optical physics, particle
physics, physics education, relativity, solid
state physics
The Department of Physics offers courses
and research experience leading to the
Master of Arts, Master of Science, and
Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Advanceddegree candidates may pursue thesis
research in experimental, computational,
or theoretical AMO (atomic, molecular,
and optical) physics, nuclear and particle
physics, or solid state physics. Special
programs are available for students who
are preparing for careers in undergraduate teaching. Thesis and nonthesis programs are offered leading to the MS and
MA degrees. A written comprehensive
examination must be passed prior to the
nonthesis master’s final oral or the PhD
preliminary oral examination. There are
no foreign language requirements.
The department maintains a vigorous
colloquium program in which wellknown physicists present lectures on
current research. Students are invited to
participate in topical seminars offered
regularly in each of the major research
areas for the discussion of research results
and for studies of specialized subjects at
an advanced level.
Fellowships and assistantships are
offered to qualified graduate students. A
descriptive brochure is available from the
Department of Physics.
APPLIED PHYSICS
GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
PHYSICS GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
COURSES
PH 104. *DESCRIPTIVE ASTRONOMY (4).
Historical and cultural context of discoveries
concerning planets and stars and their motions.
Topics include the solar system, the constellations,
birth and death of stars, pulsars and black
holes. An accompanying laboratory is used for
demonstrations, experiments, and projects, as
well as for outdoor observations. Lec/lab. (Bacc
Core Course)
PH 106. *PERSPECTIVES IN PHYSICS (4). A
descriptive and non-mathematical study of the
development of physical concepts and their
historical and philosophical context. The emphasis
is on the origin, meaning, significance, and
limitations of these concepts and their role in the
evolution of current understanding of the universe.
Concepts to be covered include Copernican
astronomy, Newtonian mechanics, energy,
electricity and magnetism, relativity, and quantum
theory. Intended primarily for non-science
students. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core Course)
PH 111. *INQUIRING INTO PHYSICAL
PHENOMENA (4). Development of conceptual
understandings through investigation of everyday
phenomena. Emphasis is on questioning,
predicting, exploring, observing, discussing, and
writing in physical science contexts. Students
document their initial thinking, record their
evolving understandings, and write reflections
upon how their thinking changed and what
fostered their learning. Lec/lab. (Baccalaureate
Core Course)
PH 199. SPECIAL STUDIES (1-16). One-credit
sections are graded pass/no pass. PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
PH 201. *GENERAL PHYSICS (5). Introductory
survey course covering a broad spectrum of
classical and modern physics with applications.
Topics include dynamics, vibrations and waves,
electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern
physics. Laboratory and recitation sections
accompany the lectures. Mathematical preparation
should include college algebra and trigonometry.
Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS:
MTH 111, MTH 112. PH 201, PH 202, PH 203
must be taken in order.
PH 201H. *GENERAL PHYSICS (5). Introductory
survey course covering a broad spectrum of
classical and modern applications with physics.
Topics include dynamics, vibrations and waves,
electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern
physics. Laboratory and recitation sections
accompany the lectures. Mathematical preparation
should include college algebra and trigonometry.
Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: MTH
111, MTH 112. PH 201, PH 202, PH 203 must be
taken in order. Honors College approval required.
PH 202. *GENERAL PHYSICS (5). Introductory
survey course covering broad spectrum of
classical and modern physics with applications.
Topics include dynamics, vibrations and waves,
electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern
physics. Laboratory and recitation sections
accompany the lectures. Mathematical preparation
should include college algebra and trigonometry.
Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS:
MTH 111, MTH 112, PH 201.
PH 202H. *GENERAL PHYSICS (5). Introductory
survey course covering broad spectrum of
classical and modern physics with applications.
Topics include dynamics, vibrations and waves,
electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern
physics. Laboratory and recitation sections
accompany the lectures. Mathematical preparation
should include college algebra and trigonometry.
(Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: MTH 111,
MTH 112, PH 201.
PH 203. *GENERAL PHYSICS (5). Introductory
survey course covering broad spectrum of
classical and modern physics with applications.
Topics include dynamics, vibrations and waves,
electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern
physics. Laboratory and recitation sections
accompany the lectures. Mathematical preparation
should include college algebra and trigonometry.
Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS:
MTH 111, MTH 112, PH 202.
PH 203H. *GENERAL PHYSICS (5). Introductory
survey course covering a broad spectrum of
classical and modern physics with applications.
Topics include dynamics, vibrations and waves,
electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern
physics. Laboratory and recitation sections
accompany the lectures. Mathematical preparation
should include college algebra and trigonometry.
(Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: MTH 111, MTH
112, PH 202. Honors College approval required.
PH 205. *SOLAR SYSTEM ASTRONOMY
(4). History, laws, and tools of astronomy.
Composition, motion, and origin of the sun,
planets, moons, asteroids, and comets.
An accompanying laboratory is used for
demonstrations, experiments, and projects, as
well as for outdoor observations. The courses in
the astronomy sequence (PH 205, PH 206, PH
207) can be taken in any order. Lec/lab. (Bacc
Core Course)
PH 206. *STARS AND STELLAR EVOLUTION
(4). Properties of stars; star formation, evolution,
and death; supernovae, pulsars, and black
holes. An accompanying laboratory is used for
demonstrations, experiments, and projects, as
well as for outdoor observations. The courses in
the astronomy sequence (PH 205, PH 206,
PH 207) can be taken in any order. Lec/lab. (Bacc
Core Course)
PH 207. *GALAXIES, QUASARS, AND
COSMOLOGY (4). Nature and content of
galaxies, properties of quasars, and the cosmic
background radiation. Emphasis on the BigBang model and its features. An accompanying
laboratory is used for demonstrations,
experiments, and projects, as well as for outdoor
observations. The courses in the astronomy
sequence (PH 205, PH 206, PH 207) can be
taken in any order. Lec/lab. (Bacc Core Course)
PH 208. OPTICS FOR TECHNICIANS (3).
Laboratory and lecture course in basic optics and
applied optical instrumentation intended for optical
technicians working in industry. PREREQS:
College algebra, trigonometry and noncalculusbased introductory physics with lab. Departmental
approval required.
PH 211. *GENERAL PHYSICS WITH CALCULUS
(4). A comprehensive introductory survey course
intended primarily for students in the sciences
and engineering. Topics include mechanics, wave
motion, thermal physics, electromagnetism, and
optics. Elementary calculus is used. Laboratory
work accompanies the lectures. Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc
Core Course) PREREQS: MTH 251. COREQ:
MTH 252. Concurrent enrollment in a recitation
section is strongly recommended.
PH 211H. *GENERAL PHYSICS WITH
CALCULUS (4). A comprehensive introductory
survey course intended primarily for students
in the sciences and engineering. Topics include
mechanics, wave motion, thermal physics,
electromagnetism, and optics. Elementary
calculus is used. Laboratory work accompanies
the lectures. Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: MTH 251. COREQ: MTH 252.
Concurrent enrollment in a recitation section is
strongly recommended. Honors College approval
required.
PH 212. *GENERAL PHYSICS WITH CALCULUS
(4). A comprehensive introductory survey course
intended primarily for students in the sciences
and engineering. Topics include mechanics, wave
motion, thermal physics, electromagnetism, and
optics. Elementary calculus is used. Laboratory
work accompanies the lectures. Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc
Core Course) PREREQS: MTH 252 and PH 211.
COREQ: MTH 254. Concurrent enrollment in a
recitation section is strongly recommended.
PH 212H. *GENERAL PHYSICS WITH
CALCULUS (4). A comprehensive introductory
survey course intended primarily for students
in the sciences and engineering. Topics include
mechanics, wave motion, thermal physics,
electromagnetism, and optics. Elementary
calculus is used. Laboratory work accompanies
the lectures. Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: MTH 252 and PH 211. COREQ:
MTH 254. Concurrent enrollment in a recitation
section is strongly recommended. Honors college
approval required.
College of Science
PH 213. *GENERAL PHYSICS WITH CALCULUS
(4). A comprehensive introductory survey course
intended primarily for students in the sciences
and engineering. Topics include mechanics, wave
motion, thermal physics, electromagnetism, and
optics. Elementary calculus is used. Laboratory
work accompanies the lectures. Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc
Core Course) PREREQS: MTH 254 and PH 212.
Concurrent enrollment in a recitation section is
strongly recommended.
PH 213H. *GENERAL PHYSICS WITH
CALCULUS (4). A comprehensive introductory
survey course intended primarily for students
in the sciences and engineering. Topics include
mechanics, wave motion, thermal physics,
electromagnetism, and optics. Elementary
calculus is used. Laboratory work accompanies
the lectures. Lec/lab/rec. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: MTH 254 and PH 212. Concurrent
enrollment in a recitation section is strongly
recommended. Honors College approval required.
PH 221. RECITATION FOR PHYSICS 211 (1).
One-hour weekly session for the development of
problem-solving skills in calculus-based general
physics. Lec/rec. Graded P/N. COREQS: PH 211
PH 221H. RECITATION FOR PHYSICS 211 (1).
One-hour weekly session for the development of
problem-solving skills in calculus-based general
physics. Lec/rec. Graded P/N. PREREQS: Honors
College approval required. Students must take
coreq PH 211 or PH 211H.
PH 222. RECITATION FOR PHYSICS 212 (1).
One-hour weekly session for the development of
problem-solving skills in calculus-based general
physics. COREQS: PH 212
PH 222H. RECITATION FOR PHYSICS 212 (1).
One-hour weekly session for the development of
problem-solving skills in calculus-based general
physics. PREREQS: Honors College approval
required. Students must take coreq PH 212 or PH
212H.
PH 223. RECITATION FOR PHYSICS 213 (1).
One-hour weekly session for the development of
problem-solving skills in calculus-based general
physics. Lec/rec. Graded P/N. COREQS: PH 213
PH 223H. RECITATION FOR PHYSICS 213 (1).
One-hour weekly session for the development of
problem-solving skills in calculus-based general
physics. Lec/rec. Graded P/N. PREREQS: Honors
College approval required. Students must take
coreq PH 213 or PH 213H.
PH 231. *ADVANCED GENERAL PHYSICS
(5). A general introductory physics sequence
intended for high-aptitude students in the
sciences and engineering. Coverage includes
classical mechanics, waves, thermodynamics,
electromagnetism, and optics. No previous physics
background is assumed. Elementary calculus is
used. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: MTH 251
COREQS: MTH 252
PH 232. *ADVANCED GENERAL PHYSICS
(5). A general introductory physics sequence
intended for high-aptitude students in the
sciences and engineering. Coverage includes
classical mechanics, waves, thermodynamics,
electromagnetism, and optics. No previous physics
background is assumed. Elementary calculus is
used. PREREQS: MTH 251 and MTH 252.
PH 233. *ADVANCED GENERAL PHYSICS
(5). A general introductory physics sequence
intended for high-aptitude students in the
sciences and engineering. Coverage includes
classical mechanics, waves, thermodynamics,
electromagnetism, and optics. No previous physics
background is assumed. Elementary calculus is
used. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: MTH 251
and MTH 252.
PH 265. SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING (3). Basic
computational tools and techniques for courses
in science and engineering. Project approach to
problem solving using symbolic and compiled
languages with visualization. Basic computer
literacy assumed. CROSSLISTED as CS 265.
PREREQS: Concurrent enrollment in MTH 251.
PH 313. *ENERGY ALTERNATIVES (3).
Exploration of the challenges and opportunities
posed by dwindling resources; physical and
technological basis of our current energy
alternatives; new or controversial technologies
such as nuclear or solar power; overview
of resource availability, patterns of energy
consumption, and current governmental policies.
(Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: Upper-division
standing and 12 credits of introductory science.
PH 314. INTRODUCTORY MODERN PHYSICS
(4). An elementary introduction to relativity and
quantum theory, emphasizing the experiments
that revealed the limitations of classical physics.
Applications include the properties of atoms,
nuclei, and solids. Laboratory work accompanies
lectures. Lec/lab. PREREQS: PH 213. COREQ:
MTH 256.
PH 320. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS:
SYMMETRIES (2). Symmetry and idealization
in problem-solving. Gauss’s and Ampere’s laws
in orthonormal coordinates, power series as
approximations, complex numbers. PREREQS:
PH 213. COREQ: MTH 255.
PH 331. *SOUND, HEARING, AND MUSIC
(3). Basic course in the physics, technology,
and societal implications of sound. Intended for
students in nontechnical majors. Topics include
wave motion, hearing and the perception of
sound, noise pollution, music and musical
instruments, architectural acoustics, and sound
recording and reproduction. (Bacc Core Course)
PREREQS: Upper-division standing and one
year of university science, or instructor approval
required.
PH 332. *LIGHT, VISION, AND COLOR (3).
Basic physics of light, optical instruments (lenses,
telescopes, microscopes), the eye and visual
perception, colors, photography, environmental
lighting, lasers and holography. For nontechnical
majors. (Bacc Core Course) PREREQS: Upperdivision standing and one year of university
science or instructor approval required.
PH 401. RESEARCH (1-16). A research project
under the supervision of a faculty member, whose
approval must be arranged by the student in
advance of registration. PREREQS: Departmental
approval required.
PH 403. ^THESIS (1-16). A research project
leading to a thesis under the supervision of a
faculty member, whose approval must be arranged
by the student in advance of registration. (Writing
Intensive Course) PREREQS: Departmental
approval required.
PH 405. READING AND CONFERENCE
(1-16). An independent study project under the
supervision of a faculty member, whose approval
must be arranged by the student in advance of
registration. PREREQS: Departmental approval
required.
PH 407. SEMINAR (1-16). Departmental
seminars or colloquium. Graded P/N.
PH 407H. SEMINAR (1-16). Departmental
seminars or colloquium. PREREQS: Honors
College approval required.
PH 410. INTERNSHIP (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
PH 411. ANALOG AND DIGITAL ELECTRONICS
(3). Circuit theory. Passive dc and ac circuits
including filters, resonance, complex impedance
and Fourier analysis. Operational amplifiers, gates
and combinational logic. Semiconductor principles,
diodes, transistors, BJTs and FETs. Multiplexing,
flip-flops and sequential logic, 555 timer, registers
and memory, DAC, ADC. PREREQS: PH 314
(May be taken concurrently). PH 411 and PH 412
must be taken in order.
PH 412. ANALOG AND DIGITAL ELECTRONICS
(3). Circuit theory. Passive dc and ac circuits
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including filters, resonance, complex impedance
and Fourier analysis. Operational amplifiers, gates
and combinational logic. Semiconductor principles,
diodes, transistors, BJTs and FETs. Multiplexing,
flip-flops and sequential logic, 555 timer, registers
and memory, DAC, ADC. PREREQS: PH 314
(May be taken concurrently), PH 411.
PH 415. COMPUTER INTERFACING AND
INSTRUMENTATION (3). Applications of
computers as scientific instruments, with
emphasis on hardware and instrumentation,
online data acquisition, and computer control
of experiments. PREREQS: Upper-division or
graduate standing; PH 412/PH 512 or equivalent
background in electronics; and instructor approval
required. Departmental approval required.
PH 421. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS:
OSCILLATIONS (2). Dynamics of mechanical
and electrical oscillations using Fourier series and
integrals, time and frequency representations for
driven damped oscillators, resonance, coupled
oscillators, and vector spaces. PREREQS: PH 213.
PH 422. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: STATIC
VECTOR FIELDS (2). Theory of static electric
and magnetic fields, including sources,
superposition, using the techniques of vector
calculus, including Stokes and divergence
theorems, and computer visualizations.
PREREQS: PH 213, MTH 255 (May be taken
concurrently).
PH 423. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: ENERGY
AND ENTROPY (2). Basic thermodynamic
methods of simple polymers, magnetic systems
and stars. PREREQS: PH 212, PH 424/PH 524 or
PH 425/PH 525.
PH 424. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: WAVES IN
ONE DIMENSION (2). One-dimensional waves
in classical and quantum mechanics, barriers and
wells, reflection and transmission, resonance and
normal modes, wave packets with and without
dispersion. PREREQS: PH 314, PH 421/PH 521.
PH 425. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: QUANTUM
MEASUREMENTS AND SPIN (2). Introduction
to quantum mechanics through Stern-Gerlach
spin measurements. Probability, eigenvalues,
operators, measurement, state reduction, Dirac
notation, matrix mechanics, time evolution, spin
precession, Rabi oscillations. PREREQS: PH 314,
MTH 341 (May be taken concurrently).
PH 426. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: CENTRAL
FORCES (2). Central forces: gravitational and
electrostatic, angular momentum and spherical
harmonics, separation of variables in classical and
quantum mechanics, hydrogen atom. PREREQS:
PH 314, PH 422/PH 522, PH 424/PH 524.
PH 427. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: PERIODIC
SYSTEMS (2). Quantum waves in onedimensional periodic systems; Bloch waves,
band structure, phonons and electrons in solids,
reciprocal lattice, x-ray diffraction. PREREQS:
PH 424/PH 524
PH 428. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: RIGID
BODIES (2). Rigid body dynamics, invariance,
angular momentum, rotational motion, tensors and
eigenvalues. PREREQS: PH 426/PH 526.
PH 429. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS:
REFERENCE FRAMES (2). Inertial and
non-inertial frames of reference, rotations,
Galilean and Lorentz transformation, collisions,
equivalence principle, special relativity,
symmetries and conservation laws, invariants, and
electromagnetism. PREREQS: PH 314.
PH 431. CAPSTONES IN PHYSICS:
ELECTROMAGNETISM (3). Static electric
and magnetic fields in matter, electrodynamics,
Maxwell equations, electromagnetic waves, wave
guides, dipole radiation. PREREQS: PH 424/524,
PH 426/PH 526.
PH 435. CAPSTONES IN PHYSICS: CLASSICAL
MECHANICS (3). Newtonian, Lagrangian and
Hamiltonian formulations of classical mechanics:
single-particle motion, collisions, variational
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methods, and normal coordinate description of
coupled oscillators. PREREQS: PH 424/PH 524,
PH 426/PH 526.
PH 441. CAPSTONES IN PHYSICS: THERMAL
AND STATISTICAL PHYSICS (3). Entropy and
quantum mechanics; canonical Gibbs probability;
ideal gas; thermal radiation; Einstein and Debye
lattices; grand canonical Gibbs probability; ideal
Fermi and Bose gases; chemical reactions and
phase transformations. PREREQS: PH 423/PH
523, PH 451/PH 551.
PH 451. CAPSTONES IN PHYSICS: QUANTUM
MECHANICS (3). Wave mechanics, Schroedinger
equation, operators, harmonic oscillator, identical
particles, atomic fine structure, approximation
methods and applications. PREREQS: PH 424/PH
524, PH 425/PH 525, PH 426/PH 526.
PH 461. CAPSTONES IN PHYSICS:
MATHEMATICAL METHODS (3). Complex
algebra, special functions, partial differential
equations, series solutions, complex integration,
calculus of residues. PREREQS: PH 424/PH 524,
PH 426/PH 526, MTH 256.
PH 464. SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING II (3).
Mathematical, numerical, and conceptual
elements forming foundations of scientific
computing: computer hardware, algorithms,
precision, efficiency, verification, numerical
analysis, algorithm scaling, profiling, and tuning.
Lec/lab.
PH 465. COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS (3).
The use of basic mathematical and numerical
techniques in computer calculations leading
to solutions for typical physical problems.
Topics to be covered include models and
applications ranging from classical mechanics
and electromagnetism to modern solid state and
particle physics. PREREQS: PH 464/PH 564.
PH 466. COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS (3).
The use of basic mathematical and numerical
techniques in computer calculations leading
to solutions for typical physical problems.
Topics to be covered include models and
applications ranging from classical mechanics
and electromagnetism to modern solid state and
particle physics. PREREQS: Mathematical physics
such as PH 461/PH 561, PH 462/PH 562 or MTH
481/MTH 581, MTH 482/MTH 582, MTH 483/MTH
583, plus knowledge of a compiled language such
as Pascal, C, or Fortran. A physics background
including PH 431/PH 531, PH 435/PH 535, and
PH 451/PH 551 is assumed.
PH 467. ADVANCED COMPUTATIONAL
PHYSICS LABORATORY (3). Realistic,
abbreviated research experience using computer
simulations from graduate theses and national
laboratory research. Uses Web-enhanced
and computer-mediated laboratory manual.
PREREQS: PH 466/PH 566.
PH 481. PHYSICAL OPTICS (4). Wave
propagation, polarization, interference, diffraction,
and selected topics in modern optics. PREREQS:
PH 431/PH 531 or equivalent.
PH 482. OPTICAL ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS (4).
Photodetectors, laser theory, and laser systems.
Lec/lab. CROSSLISTED as ECE 482/ECE 582.
PREREQS: ECE 391X or PH 481/PH 581 or
equivalent.
PH 483. GUIDED WAVE OPTICS (4). Optical
fibers, fiber mode structure and polarization
effects, fiber interferometry, fiber sensors, optical
communication systems. Lec/lab. CROSSLISTED
as ECE 483/ECE 583. PREREQS: ECE 391X or
PH 481/PH 581 or equivalent.
PH 485. ATOMIC, MOLECULAR, AND OPTICAL
PHYSICS (3). Atomic and molecular structure,
interaction with electromagnetic fields, atomic
and molecular spectra, spectroscopic techniques,
laser theory, nonlinear optics. PREREQS: PH 431/
PH 531, PH 451/PH 551.
PH 495. INTRODUCTION TO PARTICLE AND
NUCLEAR PHYSICS (3). Elementary particles
and forces, nuclear structure and reactions.
PREREQS: PH 429/PH 529, PH 441/PH 541,
PH 451/PH 551.
PH 501. RESEARCH (1-16). Graded P/N.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
PH 503. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
PH 505. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
PH 507. SEMINAR (1-16).
PH 510. INTERNSHIP (1-16).
PH 511. ANALOG AND DIGITAL ELECTRONICS
(3). Circuit theory. Passive dc and ac circuits
including filters, resonance, complex impedance
and Fourier analysis. Operational amplifiers,
gates and combinational logic. Semiconductor
principles, diodes, transistors, BJTs and FETs.
Multiplexing, flip-flops and sequential logic, 555
timer, registers and memory, DAC, ADC. PH 511
and PH 512 must be taken in order. PREREQS:
PH 314 (May be taken concurrently).
PH 512. ANALOG AND DIGITAL ELECTRONICS
(3). Circuit theory. Passive dc and ac circuits
including filters, resonance, complex impedance
and Fourier analysis. Operational amplifiers, gates
and combinational logic. Semiconductor principles,
diodes, transistors, BJTs and FETs. Multiplexing,
flip-flops and sequential logic, 555 timer, registers
and memory, DAC, ADC. PREREQS: PH 314
(May be taken concurrently); PH 511.
PH 515. COMPUTER INTERFACING AND
INSTRUMENTATION (3). Applications of
computers as scientific instruments, with
emphasis on hardware and instrumentation,
online data acquisition, and computer control
of experiments. PREREQS: Upper-division or
graduate standing; PH 412/PH 512 or equivalent
background in electronics; and instructor approval
required. Departmental approval required.
PH 521. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS:
OSCILLATIONS (2). Dynamics of mechanical
and electrical oscillations using Fourier series and
integrals, time and frequency representations for
driven damped oscillators, resonance, coupled
oscillators, and vector spaces. PREREQS: PH 213.
PH 522. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: STATIC
VECTOR FIELDS (2). Theory of static electric
and magnetic fields, including sources,
superposition, using the techniques of vector
calculus, including Stokes and divergence
theorems, and computer visualizations.
PREREQS: PH 213; MTH 255 (May be taken
concurrently).
PH 523. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: ENERGY
AND ENTROPY (2). Basic thermodynamic
methods of simple polymers, magnetic systems
and stars. PREREQS: PH 212, PH 424/PH 524 or
PH 425/PH 525.
PH 524. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: WAVES IN
ONE-DIMENSION (2). One-dimensional waves
in classical and quantum mechanics, barriers and
wells, reflection and transmission, resonance and
normal modes, wave packets with and without
dispersion. PREREQS: PH 314, PH 421/PH 521.
PH 525. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: QUANTUM
MEASUREMENTS AND SPIN (2). Introduction
to quantum mechanics through Stern-Gerlach
spin measurements. Probability, eigenvalues,
operators, measurement, state reduction, Dirac
notation, matrix mechanics, time evolution, spin
precession, Rabi oscillations. PREREQS: PH 314;
MTH 341 (May be taken concurrently).
PH 526. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: CENTRAL
FORCES (2). Central forces: gravitational and
electrostatic, angular momentum and spherical
harmonics, separation of variables in classical and
quantum mechanics, hydrogen atom. PREREQS:
PH 314, PH 422/PH 522, PH 424/PH 524.
PH 527. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: PERIODIC
SYSTEMS (2). Quantum waves in onedimensional periodic systems; Bloch waves,
band structure, phonons and electrons in solids,
reciprocal lattice, x-ray diffraction. PREREQS:
PH 424/PH 524.
PH 528. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS: RIGID
BODIES (2). Rigid body dynamics, invariance,
angular momentum, rotational motion, tensors and
eigenvalues. PREREQS: PH 426/PH 526.
PH 529. PARADIGMS IN PHYSICS:
REFERENCE FRAMES (2). Inertial and
non-inertial frames of reference, rotations,
Galilean and Lorentz transformation, collisions,
equivalence principle, special relativity,
symmetries and conservation laws, invariants, and
electromagnetism. PREREQS: PH 314.
PH 531. CAPSTONES IN PHYSICS:
ELECTROMAGNETISM (3). Static electric
and magnetic fields in matter, electrodynamics,
Maxwell equations, electromagnetic waves, wave
guides, dipole radiation. PREREQS: PH 424/PH
524, PH 426/PH 526.
PH 535. CAPSTONES IN PHYSICS: CLASSICAL
MECHANICS (3). Newtonian, Lagrangian and
Hamiltonian formulations of classical mechanics:
single-particle motion, collisions, variational
methods, and normal coordinate description of
coupled oscillators. PREREQS: PH 424/PH 524,
PH 426/PH 526.
PH 541. CAPSTONES IN PHYSICS: THERMAL
AND STATISTICAL PHYSICS (3). Entropy and
quantum mechanics; canonical Gibbs probability;
ideal gas; thermal radiation; Einstein and Debye
lattices; grand canonical Gibbs probability; ideal
Fermi and Bose gases; chemical reactions and
phase transformations. PREREQS: PH 423/PH
523, PH 451/PH 551.
PH 551. CAPSTONES IN PHYSICS: QUANTUM
MECHANICS (3). Wave mechanics, Schroedinger
equation, operators, harmonic oscillator, identical
particles, atomic fine structure, approximation
methods and applications. PREREQS: PH 424/PH
524, PH 425/PH 525, PH 426/PH 526.
PH 561. CAPSTONES IN PHYSICS:
MATHEMATICAL METHODS (3). Complex
algebra, special functions, partial differential
equations, series solutions, complex integration,
calculus of residues. PREREQS: PH 424/PH 524,
PH 426/PH 526, MTH 256.
PH 564. SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING II (3).
Mathematical, numerical, and conceptual
elements forming foundations of scientific
computing: computer hardware, algorithms,
precision, efficiency, verification, numerical
analysis, algorithm scaling, profiling, and tuning.
Lec/lab.
PH 565. COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS (3).
The use of basic mathematical and numerical
techniques in computer calculations leading
to solutions for typical physical problems.
Topics to be covered include models and
applications ranging from classical mechanics
and electromagnetism to modern solid state and
particle physics. PREREQS: PH 464/PH 564.
PH 566. COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS (3).
The use of basic mathematical and numerical
techniques in computer calculations leading
to solutions for typical physical problems.
Topics to be covered include models and
applications ranging from classical mechanics
and electromagnetism to modern solid state and
particle physics. PREREQS: Mathematical physics
such as PH 461/PH 561, PH 462/PH 562 or MTH
481/MTH 581, MTH 482/MTH 582, MTH 483/MTH
583, plus knowledge of a compiled language such
as Pascal, C, or FORTRAN. A physics background
including PH 431/PH 531, PH 435/PH 535, and
PH 451/PH 551 is assumed.
PH 567. ADVANCED COMPUTATIONAL
PHYSICS LABORATORY (3). Realistic,
abbreviated research experience using computer
College of Science
simulations from graduate theses and national
laboratory research. Uses Web-enhanced
and computer-mediated laboratory manual.
PREREQS: PH 466/PH 566.
PH 575. INTRODUCTION TO SOLID STATE
PHYSICS (3). Introduction to condensed matter
physics for majors in physics, chemistry, and
engineering. Topics include band structure, free
electron behavior, optical properties, magnetism,
and lattice excitations. PREREQS: PH 451/PH
551 or equivalent; COREQ: PH 427/PH 527.
PH 581. PHYSICAL OPTICS (4). Wave
propagation, polarization, interference, diffraction,
and selected topics in modern optics. PREREQS:
PH 431/PH 531 or equivalent.
PH 582. OPTICAL ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS (4).
Photodetectors, laser theory, and laser systems.
Lec/lab. CROSSLISTED as ECE 482/ECE 582.
PREREQS: ECE 391X or PH 481/PH 581 or
equivalent.
PH 583. GUIDED WAVE OPTICS (4). Optical
fibers, fiber mode structure and polarization
effects, fiber interferometry, fiber sensors, optical
communication systems. Lec/lab. CROSSLISTED
as ECE 483/ECE 583. PREREQS: ECE 391X or
PH 481/PH 581 or equivalent.
PH 585. ATOMIC, MOLECULAR, AND OPTICAL
PHYSICS (3). Atomic and molecular structure,
interaction with electromagnetic fields, atomic
and molecular spectra, spectroscopic techniques,
laser theory, nonlinear optics. PREREQS:
PH 431/PH 531, PH 451/PH 551.
PH 595. INTRODUCTION TO PARTICLE AND
NUCLEAR PHYSICS (3). Elementary particles
and forces, nuclear structure and reactions.
PREREQS: PH 429/PH 529, PH 441/PH 541,
PH 451/PH 551.
PH 601. RESEARCH (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
PH 603. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
PH 605. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
PH 607. SEMINAR (1-16).
PH 621. DYNAMICS OF SINGLE- AND MULTIPARTICLE SYSTEMS (3). Introduction to theory
of non-linear systems. Chaos in Hamiltonian
and dissipative systems. Lyapunov exponents,
fractal geometries. PREREQS: PH 435/PH 535 or
equivalent.
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PH 631. ELECTROMAGNETIC THEORY
(3). Electrostatics; multipole expansion;
magnetostatics; radiation fields; dynamics of
relativistic particles and electromagnetic fields.
PREREQS: PH 431/PH 531 or equivalent. PH 631,
PH 632, PH 633 must be taken in order.
PH 654. ADVANCED QUANTUM THEORY (3).
Scattering theory, second quantization and many
body theory, relativistic quantum mechanics,
quantization of fields, quantum electrodynamics,
and elementary particles. PREREQS: PH 653.
PH 654, PH 655, PH 656 must be taken in order.
PH 632. ELECTROMAGNETIC THEORY
(3). Electrostatics; multipole expansion;
magnetostatics; radiation fields; dynamics of
relativistic particles and electromagnetic fields.
PREREQS: PH 431/PH 531 or equivalent, PH 631.
PH 655. ADVANCED QUANTUM THEORY (3).
Scattering theory, second quantization and many
body theory, relativistic quantum mechanics,
quantization of fields, quantum electrodynamics,
and elementary particles. PREREQS: PH 653,
PH 654.
PH 633. ELECTROMAGNETIC THEORY
(3). Electrostatics; multipole expansion;
magnetostatics; radiation fields; dynamics of
relativistic particles and electromagnetic fields.
PREREQS: PH 431/PH 531 or equivalent, PH 632.
PH 641. STATISTICAL THERMOPHYSICS (3).
Macroscopic thermodynamics and kinetic theory.
Classical and quantal statistical ensembles;
partition functions. Applications to atoms
and molecules, clustering, solids, radiation.
PREREQS: PH 435/PH 535. PH 641, PH 642
must be taken in order.
PH 642. STATISTICAL THERMOPHYSICS (3).
Macroscopic thermodynamics and kinetic theory.
Classical and quantal statistical ensembles;
partition functions. Applications to atoms
and molecules, clustering, solids, radiation.
PREREQS: PH 435/PH 535, PH 641.
PH 651. QUANTUM MECHANICS (3). Basic
principles of nonrelativistic quantum theory and
applications. Schroedinger theory, quantum
theory of angular momentum, matrix mechanics,
perturbation theory, identical particles, scattering.
PREREQS: PH 435/PH 535 and PH 451/PH 551
or equivalents. PH 651, PH 652, PH 653 must be
taken in order.
PH 652. QUANTUM MECHANICS (3). Basic
principles of nonrelativistic quantum theory and
applications. Schroedinger theory, quantum
theory of angular momentum, matrix mechanics,
perturbation theory, identical particles, scattering.
PREREQS: PH 435/PH 535 and PH 451/PH 551
or equivalents, PH 651.
PH 653. QUANTUM MECHANICS (3). Basic
principles of nonrelativistic quantum theory and
applications. Schroedinger theory, quantum
theory of angular momentum, matrix mechanics,
perturbation theory, identical particles, scattering.
PREREQS: PH 435/PH 535 and PH 451/PH 551
or equivalents, PH 652.
PH 656. ADVANCED QUANTUM THEORY (3).
Scattering theory, second quantization and many
body theory, relativistic quantum mechanics,
quantization of fields, quantum electrodynamics,
and elementary particles. PREREQS: PH 653,
PH 655.
PH 671. SOLID STATE PHYSICS (3). Band
theory and methods; Fermi gas; theory of
metals; particle interactions and quasiparticles;
optical and transport properties of metals and
semiconductors; theory of magnetism and
superconductors. Offered in alternate years.
PREREQS: PH 653. PH 671, PH 672, PH 673
should be taken in sequence.
PH 672. SOLID STATE PHYSICS (3). Band
theory and methods; Fermi gas; theory of
metals; particle interactions and quasiparticles;
optical and transport properties of metals and
semiconductors; theory of magnetism and
superconductors. Offered in alternate years.
PREREQS: PH 653, PH 671.
PH 673. SOLID STATE PHYSICS (3). Band
theory and methods; Fermi gas; theory of
metals; particle interactions and quasiparticles;
optical and transport properties of metals and
semiconductors; theory of magnetism and
superconductors. Offered in alternate years.
PREREQS: PH 653, PH 672.
PH 681. ATOMIC, MOLECULAR, AND OPTICAL
PHYSICS (3). Atomic and molecular structure,
atomic scattering, interaction with radiation lasers,
nonlinear optics, guided-wave optics. Not offered
every year. PREREQS: PH 653.
PH 682. ATOMIC, MOLECULAR, AND OPTICAL
PHYSICS (3). Atomic and molecular structure,
atomic scattering, interaction with radiation lasers,
nonlinear optics, guided-wave optics. Not offered
every year. PREREQS: PH 653.
PH 683. ATOMIC, MOLECULAR, AND OPTICAL
PHYSICS (3). Atomic and molecular structure,
atomic scattering, interaction with radiation lasers,
nonlinear optics, guided-wave optics. Not offered
every year. PREREQS: PH 653.
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Oregon State University
SCIENCE AND
MATHEMATICS EDUCATION
Lawrence B. Flick, Chair
239 Weniger
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-6508
541-737-3664
E-mail: flickl@science.oregonstate.edu
Website: http://smed.science.oregonstate.
edu
FACULTY
Professors Dierking, Enochs, Falk, Flick
Associate Professor van Zee
Assistant Professors Elliot, Kang, Rowe
EMERITUS FACULTY
Erickson, Niess
ADJUNCT FACULTY
Michael Dalton, Thomas Dick, Barbara
Edwards, Karen Higgins, Olga Rowe, Sam
Stern
Graduate Majors
Mathematics Education (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Elementary School Mathematics
Free-choice Learning
Mathematics Education
Middle School Mathematics
Secondary Mathematics
Science Education (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Elementary School Science
Free-choice Learning
Middle School Science
Science Education
Secondary Science
Graduate Minors
Mathematics Education
Science Education
The Department of Science and Mathematics Education provides a rich and
stimulating graduate experience designed
to prepare future learning leaders and
support efforts to build sustainable communities through lifelong learning in
science and mathematics. The faculty
brings broad experience in facilitating learning at the elementary through
college levels, in free-choice learning
environments, and in private business
and industry. The faculty actively strive
to generate an atmosphere of scholarship
that blend ideas from a variety of fields
including the science and mathematics
disciplines represented within the College of Science, psychology, sociology,
anthropology, history of science, cognitive science, and education.
The department supports a colloquium
series that introduces students and
faculty to visiting scholars, innovative
programs on and off campus and faculty
and graduate student research. Various
forms of assistance are available to qualified students through teaching in the
professional teacher licensure program,
work on externally funded research and
evaluation projects, or teaching in other
departments in the College of Science.
The master’s programs can be completed
with a thesis or non-thesis option. The
department requires a comprehensive
written qualifying examination as part
of the advancement to candidacy in
the PhD program. Doctoral students
must complete a dissertation of original
research.
CAREERS
The master’s and PhD programs in Science and Mathematics Education provide
a gateway to a variety of interesting
educational careers. As a future learning leader with a school-based master’s
degree, you may choose to teach in
classrooms at the elementary through
secondary level, as an elementary or secondary curriculum specialist or department head, or in another supervisory or
research-oriented position. With an area
of concentration in free-choice learning
you may be an educator or manager in
such settings as national parks, nature
centers, zoos, aquariums, museums, public broadcasting or media.
A PhD in school-based education will
enable you to become a college educator
focused on teacher preparation research
or a researcher/evaluator in a not-forprofit/for profit organization or other setting. With a PhD with a collegiate focus,
you can become a university/community
college educator focused on university
teaching and research or an educational
trainer in science or mathematics education in business/industry educator or a
researcher/evaluator in a not-for-profit/
for profit organization or other setting.
The free-choice learning focus will prepare you to be a future learning researcher/evaluator in a university or free-choice
learning environment or a director/
administrator.
MASTER OF SCIENCE PROGRAM
(MS)
The master’s program offers three areas
of concentration:
School-Based Education–This
degree concentration offers study for
specializing in science or mathematics
education in schools.
Professional Teacher Licensure–In
this degree concentration, students earn
a professional teaching license in science
or mathematics for grades 5 through
12 and a concurrent master of science
degree (MS).
Free-Choice Learning–This degree
concentration offers study of learning across the life span in learning
environments such as science centers;
aquariums; outdoor education; broadcast
media; national, state and local parks;
and after-school programs.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
PROGRAM (PhD)
The doctoral program offers advanced
study and preparation for research in
three areas of concentrations.
School-Based Education–Advanced
study of science and mathematics
education at the pre-college level that
includes but is not limited to curriculum,
assessment, instruction and instructional
design, student and teacher learning,
psychological factors such as motivation
or self-regulation.
Collegiate Education–Advanced
study of science and mathematics
education at the collegiate level that
includes but is not limited to curriculum,
assessment, instruction and instructional
design, student and teacher learning,
psychological factors such as motivation
or self-regulation.
Free-Choice Learning–Advanced
study of science and mathematics
free-choice learning includes but is not
limited to investigations of personal dimensions of learning such as motivation
and identity; socio-cultural issues such as
gender and culture; and environmental
issues such as the influence of instructional design and setting.
All three options require: two years of
research content courses and five quarters of research methods courses. A program of study typically involves graduate
study in a cognate field. A dissertation is
required for all three options.
MATHEMATICS EDUCATION
GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
SCIENCE EDUCATION
GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
COURSES
SED 309. FIELD PRACTICUM: SCIENCE AND
MATHEMATICS (3). Placement in elementary or
middle school (grades 3-8) to assist students in
developing competencies with children and early
adolescents in science/mathematics classes.
SED 321. TEACHING AND LEARNING WITH
COMPUTER-BASED TECHNOLOGIES (3).
Explore teaching that promotes the use of
computer-based technologies as an integral
component for learning within the context of
academic subject matter. PREREQS: Basic
computer and computer application knowledge.
SED 321H. TEACHING AND LEARNING
WITH COMPUTER-BASED TECHNOLOGIES
(3). Explore teaching that promotes the use
of computer-based technologies as an integral
component for learning within the context of
academic subject matter. PREREQS: Basic
computer and computer application knowledge,
Honors College approval required.
College of Science
SED 401. RESEARCH (1-16).
SED 405. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
SED 406. PROJECTS (1-16).
SED 407. SEMINAR (1-16).
SED 409. FIELD PRACTICUM: SCIENCE AND
MATHEMATICS (3). Placement in middle or
high school (grades 7-12) to assist in developing
competencies with adolescents in science/
mathematics classes.
SED 410. PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP:
SCIENCE OR MATHEMATICS EDUCATION
(1-16). Supervised teaching experience at the
elementary, middle or high school level; students
experience general classroom and professional
responsibilities common to the regular science or
mathematics teacher.
SED 412. TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATIONS
FOR TEACHING MATH AND SCIENCE (3).
Integration of instructional technologies with
other strategies to teach math and science in
elementary, middle, and secondary schools in the
21st century.
SED 412H. TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATIONS
FOR TEACHING MATH AND SCIENCE (3).
Integration of instructional technologies with
other strategies to teach math and science in
elementary, middle, and secondary schools in the
21st century. PREREQS: Honors College approval
required.
SED 413. SCIENCE MATERIALS AND
LABORATORIES (3). Development of
instructional materials, laboratories, and
demonstrations in science for the elementary,
middle, and high schools using modern learning
theory as the basis. Lec/lab.
SED 414. MATHEMATICS MATERIALS
AND LABORATORIES (3). Development
of instructional materials, laboratories, and
demonstrations in mathematics for elementary,
middle, and high schools using modern learning
theory as the basis.
SED 431. OVERVIEW OF FREE-CHOICE
LEARNING (3). Examines learning that occurs
when people believe they have choices over what
and how they learn, how much time they spend
learning, and what their sources of information
are. Covers current research on learning in
museums, aquariums, zoos, botanical gardens,
science centers, after-school programs, media
and apprenticeships.
SED 459. SCIENCE AND THE NATURE OF
INQUIRY (3). Focuses on inquiry approaches to
the teaching and learning of science. Development
of teaching strategies including materials and
resources for teaching science using an inquiry
approach as well as more teacher-directed
approaches.
SED 491. SCIENCE/MATH CONTENT
STANDARDS AND CURR DEVEL MIDDLE
SCHOOL (3). Exploration of curriculum
development and teaching strategies appropriate
for middle school students as well as a range of
organizational structures to effectively organize
middle school students for educational experiences.
Explore how curriculum, instruction, and
assessment are interrelated and how theory and
practice must be combined to make appropriate
decisions. Development of skills in designing
effective curriculum and instruction integrating
these methods with existing understandings of their
content area, how people learn, and the diverse
communities in which they work.
SED 494. SCIENCE/MATH CONTENT
STANDARDS AND CURR DEVEL HIGH
SCHOOL (3). Exploration of curriculum
development and teaching strategies appropriate
for high school students as well as a range of
organizational structures to effectively organize
high school students for educational experiences.
Explore how curriculum, instruction, and
assessment are interrelated and how theory and
practice must be combined to make appropriate
decisions. Development of skills in designing
effective curriculum and instruction integrating
these methods with existing understandings of
their content area, how people learn, and the
diverse communities in which they work.
SED 499. SPECIAL TOPICS (3).
SED 501. RESEARCH (1-16).
SED 503. THESIS (1-16).
SED 505. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
SED 506. PROJECTS (1-16).
SED 507. SEMINAR (1-16).
SED 508. WORKSHOP (1-16).
SED 509. PRACTICUM (1-16).
SED 510. PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP:
SCIENCE OR MATHEMATICS EDUCATION
(1-16). Supervised teaching experience at the
elementary, middle or high school level; students
experience general classroom and professional
responsibilities common to the regular science or
mathematics teacher.
SED 511. ANALYSIS OF CLASSROOMS I (3).
Observation and analysis of the complex science/
mathematics classroom (grades 3-12) and school
culture and their impact on student learning.
SED 512. TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATIONS
FOR TEACHING MATH AND SCIENCE (3).
Integration of instructional technologies with
other strategies to teach math and science in
elementary, middle, and secondary schools in the
21st century.
SED 513. SCIENCE MATERIALS AND
LABORATORIES (3). Development of
instructional materials, laboratories, and
demonstrations in science for the elementary,
middle, and high schools using modern learning
theory as the basis.
SED 514. MATHEMATICS MATERIALS
AND LABORATORIES (3). Development
of instructional materials, laboratories, and
demonstrations in mathematics for elementary,
middle, and high schools using modern learning
theory as the basis.
SED 515. ANALYSIS OF CLASSROOMS II
(3). Reflection, analysis and problem solving
recognizing the complexity of concerns impacting
teachers in the science/mathematics classroom
(grades 3-12).
SED 516. METHODS FOUNDATIONS FOR
TEACHING MATH/SCIENCE (3). Historical,
philosophical, social, political, and legal factors
influencing education with analysis of prominent
views of learning on the development and
organization of schools and curricula.
SED 518. ANALYSIS OF CLASSROOMS III
(3). Analysis and support of students as learners
in the science/math classrooms (grades 3-12):
cultural, psychological, sociological, economic,
and instructional concerns.
SED 520. INTEGRATING TECHNOLOGY &
LITERACY IN LEARNING MATH & SCIENCE
(3). Explores teaching integrating multimedia
information and communication technologies that
support students in becoming critical thinkers
and creative producers of their knowledge and
understanding in mathematics and science.
PREREQS: Basic computer literacy.
SED 523. SCIENCE/MATHEMATICS
STRATEGIES AND ORGANIZATIONAL
STRUCTURES (4). Builds on content developed
in SED 491. Students learn new instructional skills
and deepen abilities with basic teaching skills from
SED 491. Students develop in-depth lesson plans
and coordinate instructional and assessment
plans supporting a unit of science or mathematics
content for middle level students. PREREQS:
Provisional admission to Professional Education
Program; SED 491.
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SED 525. SCIENCE/MATHEMATICS
CURRICULUM IMPL & INSTRUCT
STRATEGIES-HS (4). Exploration of science/
mathematics teaching strategies appropriate
for high school science/mathematics learners
as well as a range of organizational structures
to effectively organize high school science/
mathematics students for educational experiences.
PREREQS: SED 494. Provisional admission to
Professional Education Program.
SED 531. OVERVIEW OF FREE-CHOICE
LEARNING (3). Examines learning that occurs
when people believe they have choices over what
and how they learn, how much time they spend
learning, and what their sources of information
are. Covers current research on learning in
museums, aquariums, zoos, botanical gardens,
science centers, after-school programs, media
and apprenticeships.
SED 552. MATHEMATICS METHODS:
PRACTICUM I (3). Theoretical background,
practical knowledge, and skills for teaching
in mathematics classrooms (grades 3-12).
Instructional methods/modes, classroom
management, contemporary curriculum goals and
instructional planning.
SED 553. SCIENCE METHODS: PRACTICUM I
(3). Theoretical background, practical knowledge,
and skills for teaching in science classrooms
(grades 3-12). Instructional methods/modes,
classroom management, contemporary curriculum
goals and instructional planning.
SED 554. MATHEMATICS METHODS:
PRACTICUM II (3). Methods and problems
in planning for mathematics instruction using
an activity and laboratory approach; teaching
strategies, organizing materials, evaluating
student progress, and managing student behavior.
SED 555. SCIENCE METHODS: PRACTICUM
II (3). Methods and problems in planning for
science instruction using an activity and laboratory
approach; teaching strategies, organizing
materials, evaluating student progress, and
managing student behavior.
SED 556. MATHEMATICS METHODS:
PRACTICUM III (3). Planning for mathematics
instruction (grades 3-12) using an activity and
inquiry laboratory approach; teaching strategies,
organizing materials, evaluating student progress,
and managing student behavior.
SED 557. SCIENCE METHODS: PRACTICUM III
(3). Planning for science instruction (grades 3-12)
using an activity and inquiry laboratory approach;
teaching strategies, organizing materials,
evaluating student progress, and managing
student behavior.
SED 562. MATHEMATICS MICROTEACHING
LABORATORY (3). Develop, practice, and
improve specific instructional skills, strategies,
and modes in small-group teaching and learning
situations.
SED 563. SCIENCE MICROTEACHING
LABORATORY (3). Develop, practice, and
improve specific instructional skills, strategies,
and modes in small-group teaching and learning
situations.
SED 564. ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE IN
THE LIVES OF STUDENTS (3). Construction
engineering is the vehicle through which
participants learn to integrate science and
technology using research-based teaching
methods. By designing problems and
investigations based on the built environment of
modern life, concepts in science and engineering
are made relevant as genuinely useful ideas
in the everyday life of students. PREREQS:
Assignments assume the participant is a K-12
teacher, free-choice learning educator (in
museum, science camp, etc.), enrolled in a
graduate licensure program, or has access to an
educational setting.
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SED 565. INQUIRING INTO SCIENCE AND
MATHEMATICS LEARNING AND TEACHING (3).
Participants prepare to lead instructional changes
in their communities by planning inquiries into the
learning they foster in their own contexts, critiquing
relevant literature, making connections to national
standards, and constructing a documentary
Website or writing a journal article that reports
upon ways to foster science and/or mathematics
learning. PREREQS: Student must be a licensed
teacher, enrolled in a teacher education program,
or have experience in working with youth in an
educational setting.
SED 567. DESIGNING PROBLEM-BASED
CURRICULA (3). Students in this Ecampus
course will learn a framework for designing
problem-based activities and curricula
around current environmental health science
problems through studying units from published
problem-based curricula. Participants will gain
understanding of curricular design principles, the
relationship among curricular design, instruction,
and assessment.
SED 571. TECHNOLOGY AND PEDAGOGY I (1).
Development of pedagogical content knowledge
in science and mathematics education focused
on the integration of technology in teaching and
learning (grades 3-12). Lec/lab/rec.
SED 572. TECHNOLOGY AND PEDAGOGY
II (1). Development of pedagogical content
knowledge in science and mathematics education
focused on the integration of technology in
teaching and learning (grades 3-12).
SED 573. SCIENCE PEDAGOGY I (2).
Development of pedagogical content knowledge
in grades 3-12 science instruction: learning theory,
nature of science, and reform recommendations.
Lec/lab/rec.
SED 574. MATHEMATICS PEDAGOGY I (2).
Development of pedagogical content knowledge
in grades 3-12 mathematics instruction: learning
theory, nature of mathematics, and reform
recommendations. Lec/lab/rec.
SED 576. MATHEMATICS PEDAGOGY II
(2). Development of additional pedagogical
content knowledge in grades 3-12; stress on
dominant themes of the school mathematics
curriculum including problem solving, reasoning,
communication, and connections.
SED 577. SCIENCE PEDAGOGY II (2).
Development of additional pedagogical content
knowledge in grades 3-12; stress on dominate
themes in national reforms including inquiry and
nature of science.
SED 580. RESEARCH AND EVALUATION (3).
Analysis of qualitative and quantitative empirical
research in science education, mathematics
education and education in general. Development
of data collection instruments for use by
researchers and teachers of science education,
mathematics education and education in general,
including portfolio and other forms of alternative
assessment.
SED 581. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
AND PRACTICUM IN MATHEMATICS (3).
Developing and implementing a program for
continuing learning and evaluation in mathematics
education.
SED 582. PERSONAL DIMENSIONS OF
FREE-CHOICE LEARNING (3). Investigates
the fundamental roles that identity, motivation,
interest, prior knowledge and experience, and
choice and control play in supporting learning
and how learning leaders can build on these
dimensions of learning in order to successfully
engage lifelong learners.
SED 583. SOCIO-CULTURAL DIMENSIONS
OF FREE-CHOICE LEARNING (3). Investigates
connections between theories of free-choice
learning and the fundamental concepts of
sociology, social psychology and anthropology:
social stratification, social structure and
interaction, social institutions, and cultural
background. Real world examples will be included
to support learning leaders’ efforts to facilitate the
socio-cultural dimensions of lifelong science and
mathematics learning.
SED 584. PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS OF
FREE-CHOICE LEARNING (3). Learning is
influenced by the interaction of variables within
three contexts—personal, socio-cultural and
physical. This course focuses on how macro-scale
environmental factors (e.g. space, crowding,
novelty) and micro-scale environmental factors
(e.g. design elements, real objects, different
media) support free-choice learning.
SED 588. MATHEMATICS CURRICULUM (3).
Current trends, history of these trends, and the
rationale for mathematics reform.
SED 589. ADVANCED TOPICS: MATHEMATICS
EDUCATION (3). Current issues in mathematics
education. May be repeated for credit with different
topics. Lec/lab.
SED 592. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
AND PRACTICUM IN SCIENCE (3). Developing
and implementing a program for continuing
learning and evaluation in science education.
SED 593. ADVANCED STRATEGIES:
SCIENCE (3). Provides additional exposure
and development of instructional strategies and
models of science teaching. Special emphasis
is placed upon promoting critical thinking and
decision making.
SED 594. ADVANCED STRATEGIES:
MATHEMATICS (3). Provides additional exposure
and development of instructional strategies
and models of mathematics teaching. Special
emphasis is placed upon promoting critical
thinking and decision making.
SED 595. ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION (3).
Contemporary assessment and evaluation theory
and the development of valid cognitive, affective,
and psycho-motor assessment items/tasks. Indepth attention is given to the development and
scoring of alternative assessment techniques such
as portfolios and projects.
SED 596. METHODS OF COLLEGE TEACHING
IN MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE (3). Focuses
on methods and problems in planning and
implementing mathematics or science instruction
at the college level. Particular emphasis is placed
upon selecting teaching strategies, organizing
materials, and evaluating student assessment.
SED 597. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN
MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE EDUCATION
(3). Development of strategies and skills for
developing, implementing and evaluating
a program of professional development for
mathematics or science educators considering
various choices of program settings.
SED 598. SCIENCE CURRICULUM (3). Current
trends, history of these trends, and rationale for
science curriculum reform.
SED 599. TOPICS IN SCIENCE EDUCATION
(3). Current issues, trends, and topics in science
education. May be repeated for credit with different
topics.
procedures with specific applications in science/
mathematics education.
SED 613. RESEARCH PRACTICUM I (3). Indepth analysis of current and emerging lines
of significant quantitative research in science/
mathematics education.
SED 615. PRACTICUM IN MATHEMATICS/
SCIENCE IN COLLEGE TEACHING
(3). Supervised field practicum in college
mathematics/science teaching.
SED 621. SURVEY OF RESEARCH ON
LEARNING (3). Critical analysis of perspectives
on student thinking and learning in science/math
education.
SED 622. QUALITATIVE RESEARCH
TECHNIQUES (3). A study of qualitative
research designs and analytical procedures with
specific applications in science and mathematics
education.
SED 623. RESEARCH PRACTICUM II (3). Indepth analysis of current and emerging lines of
significant qualitative research in science and
mathematics education.
SED 808. WORKSHOP (1-16).
STATISTICS
Robert Smythe, Chair
44 Kidder Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-4606
541-737-3366
E-mail: statoff@stat.orst.edu
Website: http://www.stat.oregonstate.
edu/
FACULTY
Professors Arthur, Schafer, Smythe,
Waymire
Associate Professors Gitelman,
Lesser, Murtaugh, Qu, Stevens
Assistant Professors Madsen, Xue
Research Associate Pereira
Senior Instructor Kollath
Instructor Egenolf
Undergraduate Minor
Statistics
Graduate Major
Operations Research (MA, MS)
Graduate Area of Concentration
Operations Research
Statistics (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Area of Concentration
Statistics
SED 601. RESEARCH (1-16).
Graduate Minors
SED 603. DISSERTATION (1-16).
Operations Research
Statistics
SED 605. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
SED 606. PROJECTS (1-16).
SED 607. SEMINAR (1-16).
SED 608. WORKSHOP (1-16).
SED 611. SURVEY OF RESEARCH ON
TEACHING (3). Critical analysis of perspectives
of research in science/math education with a focus
on teaching as the unit of analysis.
SED 612. QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH DESIGN
AND CRITICAL ANALYSIS (3). A study of
quantitative research designs and analytical
The Department of Statistics offers
undergraduate service courses and an
undergraduate minor, as well as graduate
courses and programs leading to the MA,
MS, and PhD degrees or to a minor for an
advanced degree in other fields. Students
planning to major in statistics at the
graduate level should have a minimum
of mathematics through multivariable
College of Science
calculus and an upper-division sequence
in mathematical statistics.
STATISTICS MINOR
The undergraduate minor in statistics
requires a minimum of 27 credits in
statistics, including:
*ST 201. Principles of Statistics (3)
*ST 211. Intro to Hypothesis Testing (1)
ST 352. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
ST 407. Seminar: Sect. 1 Attendance at
Consulting Practicum (1)
ST 421, ST 422. Intro to Mathematical
Statistics (4,4)
and at least 10 credits of additional
approved courses.
Approved courses include:
BOT 440. Field Methods in Vegetation
Science (4)
CE 488. Probability-Based Analysis and
Design (4)
ECE 461. Communications I (4)
ECON 424. Introduction to Econometrics (3)
FOR 321. Forest Mensuration (5)
H 425. Foundations of Epidemiology (3)
IE 355. Statistical Quality Control (4)
IE 356. Experimental Design for Industrial
Processes (4)
MTH 464. Probability II (3)
MTH 465. Probability III (3)
MTH 467. Actuarial Mathematics (3)
PSY 301. Research Methods in Psychology (4)
SOC 415. Understanding Social Research (3)
ST 411, ST 412, ST 413. Methods of Data
Analysis (4,4,4)
ST 415. Design and Analysis of Planned
Experiments (3)
ST 431. Sampling Methods (3)
ST 435. Quantitative Ecology (3)
ST 439. Survey Methods (3)
ST 441. Probability, Computing, and
Simulation in Statistics (4)
ST 443. Applied Stochastic Models (3)
ST 473. Ecological Sampling (3)
ST 499. Special Topics (1–4)
Other statistics-related courses may be
substituted, subject to departmental
approval.
*ST 314 or ST 351 may be taken in place of
ST 201 and ST 211.
OPERATIONS RESEARCH
(MA, MS)
Graduate Area of Concentration
Operations research
The Department of Statistics offers Master of Arts, Master of Science, and Doctor
of Philosophy degrees in Statistics. The
department also offers MA and MS
degrees in Operations Research. Areas of
concentration include applied statistics,
biostatistics, environmental statistics and
mathematical statistics as well as operations research. Students can concentrate
on theory or applications, and programs
can be tailored to emphasize such areas
of interest as ecology, engineering, forestry, finance, mathematics, or oceanography. The thesis is optional for MS and
MA degrees. Statistical consulting is part
of the program, enabling the student to
gain a deeper appreciation of the need,
power, and applicability of statistical
tools through exposure to real problems.
STATISTICS (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Area of Concentration
Statistics
The Department of Statistics offers Master of Arts, Master of Science, and Doctor
of Philosophy degrees in Statistics. The
department also offers MA and MS
degrees in Operations Research. Areas of
concentration include applied statistics,
biostatistics, environmental statistics and
mathematical statistics as well as operations research. Students can concentrate
on theory or applications, and programs
can be tailored to emphasize such areas
of interest as ecology, engineering, forestry, finance, mathematics, or oceanography. The thesis is optional for MS and
MA degrees. Statistical consulting is part
of the program, enabling the student to
gain a deeper appreciation of the need,
power, and applicability of statistical
tools through exposure to real problems.
OPERATIONS RESEARCH
GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
STATISTICS GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
COURSES
ST 201. PRINCIPLES OF STATISTICS (3).
Design of experiments, descriptive statistics,
the normal curve, probability, chance variability,
sampling, confidence intervals for averages and
percentages. PREREQS: ST 201 and ST 202
must be taken in order.
ST 202. PRINCIPLES OF STATISTICS (3). Tests
of significance for averages and percentages
for one and two samples, students t curve, chisquare tests, nonparametric tests, correlation and
regression. ST 202 and ST 209 cannot both be
taken for credit. PREREQS: ST 201
ST 209. PRINCIPLES OF HYPOTHESIS
TESTING (1). Tests of significance for averages
and percentages for one and two samples,
Student’s t curve, limitations of significance
testing. Self-paced. May be taken concurrently
with a self-paced section of ST 201. ST 209
and ST 202 cannot both be taken for credit.
PREREQS: ST 201*
ST 211. INTRODUCTION TO HYPOTHESIS
TESTING (1). Hypothesis testing for means and
proportions using one and two samples. ST 211
serves as a transition between ST 201 and ST
352. Self-paced. May be taken concurrently with
a self-paced section of ST 201. ST 211 and ST
351 cannot both be taken for credit. PREREQS:
ST 201*
ST 314. INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS FOR
ENGINEERS (3). Probability, common probability
distributions, sampling distributions, estimation,
hypothesis testing, control charts, regression
analysis, experimental design. PREREQS: MTH 252
ST 317. PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS
FOR ECE (3). Probability; random variables
and distribution functions; joint, marginal and
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conditional probability; single sample statistics;
parameter estimation; simple linear regression.
PREREQS: MTH 254 or MTH 254H, and
sophomore standing.
ST 351. INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICAL
METHODS (4). Descriptive statistics, random
variables, normal distribution, sampling
distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis
tests for means using one and two samples. Lec/
lab. ST 211 and ST 351 cannot both be taken for
credit. PREREQS: ST 351 and ST 352 must be
taken in order.
ST 351H. INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICAL
METHODS (4). Descriptive statistics, random
variables, normal distribution, sampling
distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis
tests for means using one and two samples.
Lec/lab. PREREQS: Honors College approval
required.
ST 352. INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICAL
METHODS (4). Simple and multiple linear
regression, correlation, analysis of categorical
data. Lec/lab. PREREQS: ST 211 or (ST 351 or
ST 351H), ST 351 and ST 352 must be taken in
order.
ST 406. PROJECTS (1-16). Section 1: Projects,
graded P/N. Section 2: Teaching Experience,
graded P/N. Section 3: Directed Work, graded P/N.
ST 407. SEMINAR (1). Attendance at consulting
practicum. Graded P/N.
ST 410. INTERNSHIP (1-16). Graded P/N.
ST 411. METHODS OF DATA ANALYSIS (4).
Graphical, parametric and nonparametric methods
for comparing two samples; one-way and two-way
analysis of variance; simple linear regression.
Lec/lab. PREREQS: ST 209 or ST 351 or the
equivalent. ST 411, ST 412 and ST 413 must be
taken in order.
ST 412. METHODS OF DATA ANALYSIS
(4). Multiple linear regression, including model
checking, dummy variables, using regression
to fit analysis of variance models, analysis of
covariance, variable selection methods. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: ST 411, ST 209 or ST 351 or the
equivalent.
ST 413. METHODS OF DATA ANALYSIS (4).
Principles of experimental design; randomized
block and factorial designs; repeated measures;
categorical data analysis, including comparison
of proportions, tests of homogeneity and
independence in cross-classified frequency
tables, Mantel-Haenszel test, logistic regression,
log-linear regression. Introduction to multivariate
statistics. Lec/lab. PREREQS: ST 412, ST 209 or
ST 351 or the equivalent.
ST 415. DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF PLANNED
EXPERIMENTS (3). Principles of experimental
design; uses, construction and analysis of
completely randomized, randomized block
and Latin square designs; covariates; factorial
treatments, split plotting; random effects and
variance components. PREREQS: ST 352 or
ST 411 or ST 511
ST 421. INTRODUCTION TO MATHEMATICAL
STATISTICS (4). Probability, random variables,
expectation, discrete and continuous distributions,
multivariate distributions. PREREQS: MTH 253.
ST 421 and ST 422 must be taken in order.
ST 422. INTRODUCTION TO MATHEMATICAL
STATISTICS (4). Sampling distributions, Central
Limit Theorem, estimation, confidence intervals,
properties of estimators, and hypothesis testing.
PREREQS: ST 421, MTH 253.
ST 431. SAMPLING METHODS (3). Estimation
of means, totals and proportions; sampling
designs including simple random, stratified,
cluster, systematic, multistage and double
sampling; ratio and regression estimators; sources
of errors in surveys; capture-recapture methods.
PREREQS: ST 411/ST 511.
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ST 435. QUANTITATIVE ECOLOGY (3).
Overview of statistical methods that are useful
for analyzing ecological data, including spatial
pattern analysis, multivariate techniques, logistic
regression, Bayesian statistics and computerintensive methods. Consideration of special
topics such as population dynamics, food webs
and ecological indicators. Not offered every year.
PREREQS: ST 412 or ST 512
ST 439. SURVEY METHODS (3). Survey design,
sampling, data collection and analysis, general
methodology. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
ST 201 or ST 351
ST 441. PROBABILITY, COMPUTING, AND
SIMULATION IN STATISTICS (4). Review of
probability, including univariate distributions and
limit theorems. Random-number generation and
simulation of statistical distributions. Bootstrap
estimates of standard error. Variance reduction
techniques. Emphasis on the use of computation
in statistics using the MATLAB programming
language. Lec/lab. PREREQS: ST 422 or ST 522
ST 443. APPLIED STOCHASTIC MODELS (3).
Development of stochastic models commonly
arising in statistics and operations research, such
as Poisson processes, birth-and-death processes,
discrete-time and continuous-time Markov chains,
renewal and Markov renewal processes. Analysis
of stochastic models by simulation and other
computational techniques. PREREQS: ST 421 or
ST 521, experience with a high-level programming
language or mathematical computation package.
ST 473. ECOLOGICAL SAMPLING (3).
Sampling of animal populations, frameless
sampling, detectability, line transects, circular
plots, mark-recapture, line intercept sampling;
spatial sampling, quadrats, kriging; adaptive
sampling designs. Not offered every year.
PREREQS: (ST 412 or ST 512) and (ST 421 or
ST 521)
ST 481. LINEAR PROGRAMMING (3).
Formulation and solution of linear programming
models; development of the simplex method and
related pivot algorithms; duality, postoptimality
analysis, extensions and applications of
linear programming; special classes of linear
programming. PREREQS: MTH 341, ST 448.
ST 483. NONLINEAR OPTIMIZATION (3).
Convex sets and convex functions; gradients,
Hessians; necessary and sufficient conditions
for optimality; nonlinear duality; algorithms for
unconstrained and constrained optimization.
PREREQS: (MTH 254 or MTH 254H) and MTH 341
equivalent. ST 511, ST 512, and ST 513 must be
taken in order.
ST 512. METHODS OF DATA ANALYSIS
(4). Multiple linear regression, including model
checking, dummy variables, using regression
to fit analysis of variance models, analysis of
covariance, variable selection methods. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: ST 511, ST 209 or ST 351 or the
equivalent.
ST 513. METHODS OF DATA ANALYSIS (4).
Principles of experimental design; randomized
block and factorial designs; repeated measures;
categorical data analysis, including comparison
of proportions, tests of homogeneity and
independence in cross-classified frequency
tables, Mantel-Haenszel test, logistic regression,
log-linear regression. Introduction to multivariate
statistics. Lec/lab. PREREQS: ST 512, ST 209 or
ST 351 or the equivalent.
ST 515. DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF PLANNED
EXPERIMENTS (3). Principles of experimental
design; uses, construction and analysis of
completely randomized, randomized block
and Latin square designs; covariates; factorial
treatments, split plotting; random effects and
variance components. PREREQS: ST 352 or
ST 411/ST 511.
ST 521. INTRODUCTION TO MATHEMATICAL
STATISTICS (4). Probability, random variables,
expectation, discrete and continuous distributions,
multivariate distributions. PREREQS: MTH 253.
ST 521 and ST 522 must be taken in order.
ST 522. INTRODUCTION TO MATHEMATICAL
STATISTICS (4). Sampling distributions, Central
Limit Theorem, estimation, confidence intervals,
properties of estimators, and hypothesis testing.
PREREQS: ST 521, MTH 253.
ST 531. SAMPLING METHODS (3). Estimation
of means, totals and proportions; sampling
designs including simple random, stratified,
cluster, systematic, multistage and double
sampling; ratio and regression estimators; sources
of errors in surveys; capture-recapture methods.
PREREQS: ST 411/ST 511.
ST 535. QUANTITATIVE ECOLOGY (3).
Overview of statistical methods that are useful
for analyzing ecological data, including spatial
pattern analysis, multivariate techniques, logistic
regression, Bayesian statistics and computerintensive methods. Consideration of special
topics such as population dynamics, food webs
and ecological indicators. Not offered every year.
PREREQS: ST 412/ST 512.
of measurements. PREREQS: ST 422/ST 522.
Should concurrently enroll in MTH 341. ST 551,
ST 552 and ST 553 must be taken in order.
ST 552. STATISTICAL METHODS (4). Simple
and multiple linear regression including polynomial
regression, indicator variables, weighted
regression, and influence statistics, nonlineral
regression and linear models for binary data.
PREREQS: ST 551, ST 422/ST 522. Concurrent
enrollment in MTH 341.
ST 553. STATISTICAL METHODS (4). Principles
and analysis of designed experiments, including
factorial experiments, analysis of covariance,
random and mixed effect models. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: ST 552, concurrent enrollment in
MTH 341.
ST 555. ADVANCED EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN
(3). Designs leading to mixed models including
split plots, repeated measures, crossovers and
incomplete blocks. Introduction to experimental
design in industry including confounding, fractional
factorials and response surface methodology.
Analysis of unbalanced data. PREREQS: ST 553
ST 557. APPLIED MULTIVARIATE ANALYSIS
(3). Multivariate data structures, linear
combinations; principal components, factor
and latent structure analysis, canonical
correlations, discriminant analysis; cluster analysis,
multidimensional scaling. Not offered every year.
PREREQS: ST 412/ST 512; MTH 252 or MTH 245.
ST 559. BAYESIAN STATISTICS (3). Bayesian
statistics for data analysis. Characterizations
of probability; comparative (Bayesian versus
frequentist) inference; prior, posterior and
predictive distributions; hierarchical modeling.
Computational methods include Markov Chain
Monte Carlo for posterior simulation. PREREQS:
ST 562.
ST 561. THEORY OF STATISTICS (3).
Distributions of functions of random variables,
joint and conditional distributions, sampling
distributions, convergence concepts, order
statistics. PREREQS: ST 422/ST 522. ST 561,
ST 562, and ST 563 must be taken in order.
ST 562. THEORY OF STATISTICS (3).
Sufficiency, exponential families, location and
scale families; point estimation: maximum
likelihood, Bayes, and unbiased estimators;
asymptotic distributions of maximum likelihood
estimators; Taylor series approximations.
PREREQS: ST 561, ST 422/ST 522.
ST 539. SURVEY METHODS (3). Survey design,
sampling, data collection and analysis, general
methodology. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
ST 201 or ST 351.
ST 563. THEORY OF STATISTICS (3).
Hypothesis testing: likelihood ratio, Bayesian,
and uniformly most powerful tests; similar tests in
exponential families; asymptotic distributions of
likelihood ratio test statistics; confidence intervals.
PREREQS: ST 562, ST 422/ST 522.
ST 541. PROBABILITY, COMPUTING, AND
SIMULATION IN STATISTICS (4). Review of
probability, including univariate distributions and
limit theorems. Random-number generation and
simulation of statistical distributions. Bootstrap
estimates of standard error. Variance reduction
techniques. Emphasis on the use of computation
in statistics using the S-Plus or MATLAB
programming language. Lec/lab. PREREQS:
ST 422/ST 522.
ST 565. TIME SERIES AND SPATIAL
STATISTICS (3). Analysis of serially correlated
data in both time and frequency domains.
Autocorrelation and partial autocorrelation
functions, autoregressive integrated moving
average models, model building, forecasting;
filtering, smoothing, spectral analysis, frequency
response studies, spatial statistics, kriging.
Offered alternate years. PREREQS: ST 412/
ST 512, ST 422/ST 522.
ST 571. ENVIRONMENTAL SAMPLING (3).
Evaluation and design of environmental surveys
with special reference to the statistical aspects
of indicator development, cost effective response
designs, and spatially distributed sampling.
Involves group project work. Not offered every
year. PREREQS: ST 422/ST 522 or instructor
approval required.
ST 510. INTERNSHIP (1-16). Graded P/N.
ST 543. APPLIED STOCHASTIC MODELS (3).
Development of stochastic models commonly
arising in statistics and operations research, such
as Poisson processes, birth-and-death processes,
discrete-time and continuous-time Markov chains,
renewal and Markov renewal processes. Analysis
of stochastic models by simulation and other
computational techniques. PREREQS: ST 421/
ST 521. Experience with a high-level programming
language or mathematical computation package.
ST 511. METHODS OF DATA ANALYSIS (4).
Graphical, parametric and nonparametric methods
for comparing two samples; one-way and two-way
analysis of variance; simple linear regression.
Lec/lab. PREREQS: ST 209 or ST 351 or the
ST 551. STATISTICAL METHODS (4). Properties
of t, chi-square and F tests; randomized
experiments; sampling distributions and standard
errors of estimators, delta method, comparison of
several groups of measurements; two-way tables
ST 499. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-4). May be
repeated for credit.
ST 501. RESEARCH (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
ST 503. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
ST 505. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
ST 506. PROJECTS (1-16). Section 1: Projects.
Section 2: Teaching Experience. Section 3:
Directed Work.
ST 507. SEMINAR (1). Section 1: Attendance
at consulting practicum, 1 credit. Section 3:
Research Seminar, 1 credit. Section 4: Computing
Facilities, 1 credit. All sections graded P/N.
ST 509. CONSULTING PRACTICUM (2). The
student provides statistical advice, under faculty
guidance, on university-related research projects.
May be repeated for credit. PREREQS: ST 507,
section 1 and ST 553, or instructor approval
required.
ST 573. ECOLOGICAL SAMPLING (3).
Sampling of animal populations, frameless
sampling, detectability, line transects, circular
plots, mark-recapture, line intercept sampling;
spatial sampling, quadrats, kriging; adaptive
sampling designs. Not offered every year.
PREREQS: ST 412/ST 512, ST 421/ST 521.
College of Science
ST 581. LINEAR PROGRAMMING (3).
Formulation and solution of linear programming
models; development of the simplex method and
related pivot algorithms; duality, postoptimality
analysis, extensions and applications of
linear programming; special classes of linear
programming. PREREQS: MTH 341 or ST 448.
ST 583. NONLINEAR OPTIMIZATION (3).
Convex sets and convex functions; gradients,
Hessians; necessary and sufficient conditions
for optimality; nonlinear duality; algorithms for
unconstrained and constrained optimization.
PREREQS: MTH 254, MTH 341.
ST 585. TOPICS IN OPERATIONS RESEARCH
(1-3). A two-part course consisting of a reading
component and a research component. In
the reading component, students select and
work on topics from a designated list. The
research component provides an opportunity for
further exploration in a topic of their choosing.
PREREQS: ST 543 or ST 581
ST 599. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-4). May be
repeated for credit when topics vary.
ST 601. RESEARCH (1-16). PREREQS:
Instructor approval required.
ST 603. THESIS (1-16). PREREQS: Instructor
approval required.
ST 606. PROJECTS (1-16).
ST 623. GENERALIZED REGRESSION
MODELS I (3). Maximum likelihood analysis
for frequency data; regression-type models for
binomial and Poisson data; iterative weighted
least squares and maximum likelihood; analysis
of deviance and residuals; overdispersion and
quasi-likelihood models; log-linear models for
multidimensional contingency tables. PREREQS:
ST 553 and ST 563
ST 625. GENERALIZED REGRESSION
MODELS II (3). Parametric methods for the
analysis of censored survival data, based mostly
on large-sample likelihood theory. Specific topics
include the Kaplan-Meier estimator, the log-rank
test, partial likelihood, and regression models,
including the Cox proportional-hazards model and
its generalizations. PREREQS: ST 553 or ST 563
ST 651. LINEAR MODEL THEORY (3). Least
squares estimation, best linear unbiased
estimation, parameterizations, multivariate
normal distributions, distributions of quadratic
forms, testing linear hypotheses, simultaneous
confidence intervals. Offered alternate years.
PREREQS: ST 553, ST 563. ST 651 and ST 652
must be taken in order.
ST 652. LINEAR MODEL THEORY (3).
Advanced topics including classification models,
mixed-effects models and multivariate models.
Offered alternate years. PREREQS: ST 651,
ST 553, ST 563.
ST 661. ADVANCED THEORY OF STATISTICS
(3). Exponential families, sufficient statistics;
unbiased, equivariant, Bayes, and admissible
estimation. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
ST 563, MTH 511. ST 661, ST 662, and ST 663
must be taken in order.
ST 662. ADVANCED THEORY OF STATISTICS
(3). Uniformly most powerful, unbiased, similar,
and invariant tests. Offered alternate years.
PREREQS: ST 661, ST 563, MTH 511.
ST 663. ADVANCED THEORY OF STATISTICS
(3). First-order and higher-order asymptotics;
likelihood ratio, score, and Wald tests; Edgeworth
and saddlepoint approximations. Offered alternate
years. PREREQS: ST 662, ST 563, MTH 511.
ZOOLOGY
John A. Ruben, Chair
3029 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 97331-2914
541-737-3705
E-mail: zoology@science.oregonstate.edu
Website: http://zoology.science.oregonstate.edu/
FACULTY
Professors Arnold, Blaustein, Brownell,
Farber, Hixon, Houck, Lubchenco, Mason, Menge, Ruben, Taylor, Weis
Associate Professors Blouin, Giebultowicz, Hacker, Zhang
Assistant Professors Borer, Denver,
Lytle, Seabloom, Warrick
Senior Instructor Beatty
RESEARCH FACULTY
Chappell
PROFESSIONAL FACULTY
Marshall
Undergraduate Major
Zoology (BA, BS, HBA, HBS)
Option
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
(also see Animal Sciences and General
Science)
Minor
Zoology
Graduate Major
Zoology (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Behavioral Ecology
Behavioral Endocrinology
Cell Biology
Chemical Ecology
Comparative Immunology
Conservation Biology
Developmental Biology
Evolutionary Biology
Genetics
Marine Ecology
Neurobiology
Parasitology
Physiology
Population Biology
Graduate Minor
Zoology
A major in zoology can prepare students
for vocations that require foundations in
biological science. It is an ideal major for
advanced graduate education in biological science and for pre-professional
preparation in medicine, dentistry,
optometry, and veterinary medicine. In
addition, zoology majors can enter such
varied fields as environmental affairs,
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conservation, laboratory technology,
education, scientific journalism, field biology, biomedical illustration, and other
areas associated with biomedical and
environmental sciences.
The department offers BS, MA, MS,
and PhD degrees. Excellent opportunities
exist for studies at field stations on the
Pacific Coast, in the Great Basin Desert,
and at other locations. In consultation
with advisors, students can plan programs to meet their particular needs.
Because of the interdisciplinary nature
of the program, students in zoology may
not seek a dual major or double degree in
general science or biology.
GRADUATE STUDY
The Department of Zoology has strong
programs of graduate study in behavioral ecology, marine biology and ecology, evolutionary biology, physiology,
behavioral endocrinology, population
biology, genetics, neurobiology, chemical
ecology, cell and developmental biology
and comparative immunology. Detailed
information on the graduate faculty and
program is available from the Department of Zoology.
ZOOLOGY
(BA, BS, CRED, HBA, HBS)
All students majoring in zoology are required to take a common core of courses.
Baccalaureate Core Courses
(33 total credits)
Zoology Core Courses
Non-Biological Sciences
Requirements (52 credits)
BB 450, BB 451. General Biochemistry (4,3)
CH 221, CH 222, CH 223. *General
Chemistry (5,5,5)12
or an acceptable chemistry substitute
CH 331, CH 332. Organic Chemistry (4,4)
MTH 251. *Differential Calculus (4)
MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)
PH 201, PH 202. *General Physics (5,5)
ST 351. Intro to Statistical Methods (4)
Biological Sciences Requirements
(40 credits)
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
BI 311. Genetics (4)
BI 314. Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
BI 370. Ecology (3)
BI 445. Evolution (3)
Z 361. Invertebrate Biology (3)
Z 362. Invertebrate Biology Lab (2)
Z 371. Vertebrate Biology (3)
Z 372. Vertebrate Biology Lab (2)
Z 430. Principles of Physiology (4)
or Z 431. Vertebrate Physiology (4)
or Z 432. Vertebrate Physiology (4)
Writing Intensive Course (WIC) (3 credits)
Choose one of the following:
BI 371. ^Ecological Methods (3)
BI 388. ^Special Topics in Biology (3)
HSTS 415. ^Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
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HSTS 417. ^History of Medicine (3)
HSTS 419. ^Studies in Scientific
Controversy (3)
HSTS 425. ^History of the Life Sciences (3)
Z 453. ^Scientific Writing and Behavioral
Observations (3)
Biological Science Electives
(18 credits)
Choose upper-division biological sciences courses in consultation with your
advisor. These must be approved by your
advisor.
Required Courses:
Choose from the following course selections to reach a total of 18 credits.
Cell/Molecular area (6–9):
BI 358. Symbioses and the Environment (3)
BI 460. Cell Biology (3)
BI 461. Cell Biology Lab (2)
MB 302. General Microbiology (3)
MB 303. General Microbiology Lab (2)
MB 416. Immunology (3)
MB 420. Microbial Diversity (3)
Z 425. Embryology and Development (5)
Z 437. Vertebrate Endocrinology (4)
Z 440. Insect Physiology (3)
Organismal/Physiology area (6–9):
BI 350. Animal Behavior (3)
or Z 350. Animal Behavior (3)
BOT 321. Plant Systematics (4)
FW 311. Biology of Birds (3)
FW 315. Biology of Fishes (3)
FW 317. Biology of Mammals (3)
Z 315. Dinosaur Biology (3)
Z 365. Biology of Insects (4)
Z 422. Comparative Anatomy (5)
Z 423. Environmental Physiology (4)
Z 425. Embryology and Development (5)
Z 430. Principles of Physiology (4)
or Z 431. Vertebrate Physiology (4)
or Z 432. Vertebrate Physiology (4)
Z 436. Animal Physiology Lab (2)
Z 437. Vertebrate Endocrinology (4)
Z 440. Insect Physiology (3)
Z 473. Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles (3)
Z 474. Systematic Herpetology (2)
Z 477. Aquatic Entomology (4)
Ecology/Evolution/Conservation
Biology areas (6–9):
BOT 341. Plant Ecology (4)
ENT 420. Insect Ecology (3)
HSTS 415. *Theory of Evolution and
Foundation of Modern Biology (3)
Z 351. Marine Ecology (3)
Z 352. Marine Ecology Lab (2)
Z 427. Paleobiology (3)
Z 477. Aquatic Entomology (4)
Z 481. Biogeography (3)
Electives (35 credits)
Total Credits for BS in Zoology=180
PRE-VETERINARY
MEDICINE OPTION
ANS 121. Introduction to Animal Science (4)
ANS 311. Principles of Animal Nutrition (3)
CH 337. Organic Chemistry Laboratory (4)
MB 302. General Microbiology (3)
MB 303. General Microbiology Lab (2)
PH 203. *General Physics (5)
VMB 110. Preveterinary Medicine (1) (Rec.)
Z 410. Occupational Internship (at least 3
credits)
or relevant experience
Total=25
ZOOLOGY MINOR
The zoology minor is designed for
students from other majors who have an
additional interest in zoology. Students
may be assigned a minor advisor in the
Department of Zoology if they request.
Completion of the minor is certified on
the student’s academic transcript.
Core Requirements
BI 211, BI 212, BI 213. *Principles of
Biology (4,4,4)
Z 361, Z 362. Invertebrate Biology and Lab
(3,2).
Z 371, Z 372. Vertebrate Biology and Lab (3,2)
Add two or more courses from the
following list:
BI 311. Genetics (4)
BI 350. Animal Behavior (3)
or Z 350. Animal Behavior (3)
BI 370. Ecology (3)
BI 445. Evolution (3)
BI 460. Cell Biology (3)
Z 351. Marine Ecology (3)
Z 365. Biology of Insects (4)
Z 422. Comparative Anatomy (5)
Z 423. Environmental Physiology (4)
Z 425. Embryology and Development (5)
Z 427. Paleobiology (3)
Z 430. Principles of Physiology (4)
or Z 431. Vertebrate Physiology (4)
or Z 432. Vertebrate Physiology (4)
Z 437. Vertebrate Endocrinology (4)
Z 440. Insect Physiology (3)
Z 473. Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles
(3)
Z 477. Aquatic Entomology (4)
ZOOLOGY (MA, MS, PhD)
Graduate Areas of Concentration
Behavioral ecology, behavioral
endocrinology, cell biology, chemical
ecology, comparative immunology,
conservation biology, developmental
biology, evolutionary biology, genetics,
marine ecology, neurobiology,
parasitology, physiology, population
biology
The Department of Zoology offers graduate work leading toward the Master of
Arts, Master of Science, and Doctor of
Philosophy degrees in all areas of biology
ranging from molecular to community
levels.
At present there are active research
programs involving graduate students in
the study of comparative immunobiol-
ogy and pathology; cellular interactions
and tissue differentiation; neuronal
development; cytogenetics; behavioral biology at the neurophysiological,
endocrinological, and ecological levels;
environmental physiology; vertebrate
functional morphology; reproductive
biology; natural products chemistry; marine biology; physiologic and biochemical adaptation; genetics and evolution
of populations; experimental marine,
terrestrial, and freshwater population
and community ecology; biodiversity
and conservation biology.
Research is conducted in laboratories
on campus, at the Malheur Field Station
in southeastern Oregon, at the Hatfield
Marine Science Center in Newport, the
H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest, and in
natural areas of the Cascade Mountains
and Willamette Valley. Students also
have entered into cooperative research
programs in other departments, with the
Oregon Health and Science University in
Portland, and with the Primate Research
Center in Beaverton.
As part of their training, all students
participate in the departmental seminar
program, and doctoral students spend
at least one year as teaching assistants.
Most students are supported by graduate
teaching or research assistantships. Students are expected to have broad competency in biology as demonstrated by
scores in at least the 70th percentile in
each area of the Advanced Biology GRE
or by successfully completing specified
remedial courses. The master’s program
leads to a thesis or research report (nonthesis option) on a specific problem; the
PhD program emphasizes independent
thesis research on a major topic at the
forefront of the chosen field.
ZOOLOGY GRADUATE MINOR
For more details, see the departmental
advisor.
COURSES
Z 315. DINOSAUR BIOLOGY (3). In-depth
examination of our current understanding of
dinosaur systematics, physiology, and ecology.
Possible factors associated with dinosaur
extinction (i.e., natural catastrophes, global climate
change, diseases, etc.) will also be covered. Lec.
PREREQS: Sophomore standing.
Z 331. HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
(3). Lecture course on structure and functions
of the human body. Tissues, organ systems,
homeostatic mechanisms, patho-physiology
and pathomorphology. PREREQS: Z 331 is a
prerequisite for Z 332, Z 333.
Z 332. HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
(3). Lecture course on structure and functions
of the human body. Tissues, organ systems,
homeostatic mechanisms, patho-physiology and
pathomorphology. PREREQS: Z 331.
Z 333. HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
(3). Lecture course on structure and functions
of the human body. Tissues, organ systems,
homeostatic mechanisms, patho-physiology and
pathomorphology. PREREQS: Z 332.
College of Science
Z 341. HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
LABORATORY (2). Dissection of preserved
specimens and study of prepared human
prosection materials. Physiology demonstrations
illustrate functions of organ systems. F-skeleto
muscular; W-neural; S-gastric, vascular, renal. Lab
fee. Lab/rec. PREREQS: Concurrent enrollment
in Z 331.
Z 342. HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
LABORATORY (2). Dissection of preserved
specimens and study of prepared human
prosection materials. Physiology demonstrations
illustrate functions of organ systems. F-skeletomuscular; W-neural; S-gastric, vascular, renal.
Lab fee. Lec/lab/rec. PREREQS: Concurrent
enrollment in Z 332.
Z 343. HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
LABORATORY (2). Dissection of preserved
specimens and study of prepared human
prosection materials. Physiology demonstrations
illustrate functions of organ systems. F-skeletomuscular; W-neural; S-gastric, vascular, renal. Lab
fee. PREREQS: Concurrent enrollment in Z 333.
Z 345. *INTRODUCTION TO EVOLUTION (3).
Elements of evolutionary theory; origin and history
of life; evolutionary controversy; origins of species,
sex, and humans. Lec. (Bacc Core Course)
Z 348. *HUMAN ECOLOGY (3). The impact
of humans on the environment, emphasizing
the political, sociological, and ecological
consequences of human population growth. Topics
of current critical importance will include global
warming trends, destruction of the ozone layer,
consequences of pollution, habitat destruction, the
loss of biodiversity, and conservation biology. Lec.
(Bacc Core Course)
Z 349. *BIODIVERSITY: CAUSES,
CONSEQUENCES, AND CONSERVATION (3).
The earth’s biodiversity is a precious inheritance
that is threatened by an unprecedented extinction
crisis. This course examines the evolutionary and
ecological processes that have created this unique
diversity of life, the importance of biodiversity
in maintaining the earth’s ecosystems, and
methods used to conserve biodiversity for future
generations. CROSSLISTED as BI 349. (Bacc
Core Course)
Z 350. ANIMAL BEHAVIOR (3). Concepts of
behavior; sensory receptors, internal mechanisms
governing responses; learning and habituation;
social organization and communication.
CROSSLISTED as BI 350. PREREQS: One year
of biological science.
Z 351. MARINE ECOLOGY (3). Ecological
interactions and principles in different marine
habitats. Topics include the organisms (plants,
invertebrates, vertebrates) found in major habitats
and interactions between organisms. Habitats
discussed include coral reefs, rocky shores,
kelp forests, near-shore waters, open-ocean
waters, and the deep sea. Emphasis is placed
on how organism-organism interactions produce
varying patterns of distribution, abundance, body
size, diversity, stability, and succession. Lec.
PREREQS: One year of biology. Z 351 may be
taken alone or concurrently with Z 352.
Z 352. MARINE ECOLOGY LABORATORY
(2). Laboratory and field exposure to many of
the organisms and processes discussed in Z
351. Research projects provide students with the
opportunity to experience the process by which
information about marine ecology is obtained.
Field trip fee. Lab fee. Lec/lab. PREREQS: Prior or
concurrent enrollment in Z 351.
Z 361. INVERTEBRATE BIOLOGY (3).
Phylogeny of invertebrates; structure, function,
life histories, evolution of aquatic and terrestrial
species. Interdependence of form, ecology,
physiology and behavior. Lec. PREREQS:
One year of biology. May be taken alone or
concurrently with Z 362.
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Z 362. INVERTEBRATE BIOLOGY
LABORATORY (2). Morphology and anatomy of
representative invertebrates introduced in Z 361;
diversity within phyla. Study is by dissections and
both microscopic and macroscopic examination;
field trip fee. Lab fee. Lec/lab. PREREQS: Prior or
concurrent enrollment in Z 361.
Z 430. PRINCIPLES OF PHYSIOLOGY (4).
Concepts and mechanisms of physiology,
especially neural integration, sensory perception,
muscle function, with specific examples from
circulation, respiration, osmoregulation, kidney
function and digestion. Lec. PREREQS: BI 213
and CH 332 or equivalent.
Z 365. BIOLOGY OF INSECTS (4). Introduction
to the study of insects, stressing the biological
attributes responsible for the success and
dominance of insects. Emphasis on taxonomy,
morphology, behavior, ecology, and coevolutionary
interrelationships. Lec/lab.
Z 431. VERTEBRATE PHYSIOLOGY (4).
Physiology of organ systems in vertebrates with
emphasis on mammals. Systems to be considered
include the nervous, excretory (renal), endocrine,
reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory.
Courses may be taken in any order. Lec/lab/rec.
PREREQS: BI 213 and CH 332.
Z 371. VERTEBRATE BIOLOGY (3). Overview
of vertebrate origins and phylogeny, structural and
functional adaptations, behavior, and ecology. Lec.
PREREQS: One year of biology. May be taken
alone or concurrently with Z 372.
Z 372. VERTEBRATE BIOLOGY LABORATORY
(2). Classification, identification, and natural
history of vertebrates. Includes laboratory
examination of specimens and frequent field trips
(fee charged) emphasizing Oregon fauna. Lab
fee. PREREQS: Prior or concurrent enrollment in
Z 371.
Z 401. RESEARCH (1-16). Undergraduate
research completed under faculty supervision.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
Z 401H. RESEARCH (1-16). Undergraduate
research completed under faculty supervision.
PREREQS: Honors College approval required.
Z 403. THESIS (1-16). Undergraduate thesis,
completed under faculty supervision. Required
of honors students. PREREQS: Departmental
approval required.
Z 405. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
For undergraduates, to be arranged with individual
faculty. Readings and discussions on topics
of mutual interest. PREREQS: Departmental
approval required.
Z 407. SEMINAR (1). Undergraduate enrichment
seminars, as offered by faculty. Graded P/N.
Z 410. OCCUPATIONAL INTERNSHIP (1-16).
Practical experience working with professionals.
Graded P/N. PREREQS: Departmental approval
required.
Z 422. COMPARATIVE ANATOMY (5).
Descriptive, experimental and historical approach
to the study of evolution and anatomy of all organ
systems of vertebrates. Laboratory emphasizes
vertebrate developmental anatomy. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: One year of biology.
Z 423. ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY
(4). Comparative environmental physiology
of vertebrates with emphasis on adaptations
to such aspects of the physical environment
as temperature, water, ions, and gases.
Consideration given to interactions between
physiology and environment that influence the
local and geographic distribution of animals. Lec/
rec. PREREQS: One year of biology.
Z 425. EMBRYOLOGY AND DEVELOPMENT
(5). An integrated molecular, cellular and whole
organism approach. Sequential embryonic events
from gametogenesis through organogenesis.
Discussion of experiments into mechanisms
of these events; cellular interactions, pattern
formation, regulation of gene expression, and
cellular differentiation. Lab emphasizes descriptive
vertebrate embryology with introduction to
experimental methods. Lab fee. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: Three years of biology.
Z 427. PALEOBIOLOGY (3). Considers those
aspects of the fossil record of potential use to
life scientists, including the following topics:
community history, biogeographic history, rates
of evolution (taxonomic, phyletic, cladogenetic,
behavioral, quantum), species problem as viewed
with fossils, coevolution, overall history of life,
speciation mechanisms. Lec. PREREQS: One
year of biology.
Z 432. VERTEBRATE PHYSIOLOGY (4).
Physiology of organ systems in vertebrates with
emphasis on mammals. Systems to be considered
include the nervous, excretory (renal), endocrine,
reproductive, respiratory and circulatory. Courses
may be taken in any order. Lec/rec. PREREQS:
Z 430/Z 530 or BI 213 and CH 332 or equivalent.
Z 436. ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY LABORATORY
(2). Laboratory experience with concepts and
procedures of modern animal physiology. Lab fee.
PREREQS: Z 430.
Z 437. VERTEBRATE ENDOCRINOLOGY (4).
An exploration of vertebrate endocrinology that
examines principles of hormone action, interand intracellular signaling mechanisms within
endocrine axes, and comparative endocrine
physiology, emphasizing concepts of homeostasis
and methodologies for evaluating normal and
physiological function. Students are provided
multiple forums for class participation, in the form
of scientific presentations and “mini-reports.”
PREREQS: BI 211 and BI 212 and BI 213, BI 314.
Z 440. INSECT PHYSIOLOGY (3). Fundamentals
of insect physiology from the behavioral to
the molecular level. Cellular physiology and
hormonal control of molting, metamorphosis
and reproduction. Overview of body functions:
respiration, circulation, digestion, metabolism, and
osmoregulation. Physiological basis of behavior:
muscles and flight, structure and functions of
the nervous system, sensory physiology and
chemical communication. During the course
the contributions of insect physiology to (1) an
understanding of general physiological principles
and (2) biorational methods of insect pest control
are discussed. PREREQS: ENT 311, BI 211 or BI
213, or instructor approval required.
Z 441. ADVANCED HUMAN ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY LABORATORY (2). Dissection
of preserved specimens and study of prepared
human prosection materials. Functions illustrated
by physiology exercises. Organ systems
emphasized: F-skeleto-muscular; W-neural;
S-gastric, vascular, renal. Lab write-ups required.
Lab fee. Lec/lab. PREREQS: Concurrent
enrollment in Z 430, Z 431, or Z 432.
Z 442. ADVANCED HUMAN ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY LABORATORY (2). Dissection
of preserved specimens and study of prepared
human prosection materials. Functions illustrated
by physiology exercises. Organ systems
emphasized: F-skeleto-muscular; W-neural;
S-gastric, vascular, renal. Lab write-ups required.
Lab fee. Lec/lab. PREREQS: Concurrent
enrollment in Z 430, Z 431, or Z 432.
Z 443. ADVANCED HUMAN ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY LABORATORY (2). Dissection
of preserved specimens and study of prepared
human prosection materials. Functions illustrated
by physiology exercises. Organ systems
emphasized: F-skeleto-muscular; W-neural;
S-gastric, vascular, renal. Lab write-ups required.
Lab fee. Lec/lab. PREREQS: Concurrent
enrollment in Z 430, Z 431, or Z 432.
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Z 451. FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY OF THE
HUMAN MUSCULAR SYSTEM (4). Overview
of the orientation, innervation, and functional
significance of muscles and muscle groups. Topics
will include techniques of dissection, muscle
identification, and variation on muscular anatomy.
The laboratory component will consist of the
dissection of the muscular anatomy of a human
cadaver. Lab fee. Lec/lab. PREREQS: Z 331,
Z 332, Z 333, or Z 341, Z 342, Z 343 or Z 441,
Z 442, Z 443 or equivalent.
Z 453. ^SCIENTIFIC WRITING AND
BEHAVIORAL OBSERVATIONS (3). Students
will be introduced to the writing style of scientific
research papers in the context of reporting
on behavioral observations. Lec/lab. (Writing
Intensive Course)
Z 461. MARINE AND ESTUARINE
INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY (4). Comparative
survey of eight major invertebrate phyla and
many lesser-known phyla. Areas of emphasis
will be 1) invertebrate identification, 2) natural
history (diversity, habitat, feeding, behavior), and
3) comparative anatomy (adaptive significance of
morphological structures). Laboratories and field
trips will strongly supplement lecture material. Lec/
lab. Taught at Hatfield Marine Science Center.
PREREQS: One year of university-level biology.
Z 464. MARINE CONSERVATION BIOLOGY
(3). Lectures, group library research, and
class debates on current issues regarding
the conservation of biodiversity in the sea.
Topics include overfishing, invasive species,
eutrophication, marine pollution, and global
warming, as well as means of addressing these
threats. CROSSLISTED as FW 464/FW 564.
PREREQS: BI 370 or BI 370H, or equivalent;
seniors, postbacs, and graduate students only.
Z 465. SELECTED TOPICS IN ZOOLOGY (1-16).
Topics and credits vary. Grading mode TBA.
Z 473. BIOLOGY OF AMPHIBIANS AND
REPTILES (3). World families and distribution
of amphibians and reptiles; evolution, population
biology, life histories, current literature.
PREREQS: One year of introductory biology and/
or vertebrate biology.
Z 474. SYSTEMATIC HERPETOLOGY (2). A
survey of the phylogenetic diversity of amphibians
and reptiles of the United States. Identification
through the use of keys will be stressed. Field
trip fee. Lab fee. Lec/lab. PREREQS: One year of
introductory biology and/or vertebrate biology.
Z 477. AQUATIC ENTOMOLOGY (4). Biology,
ecology, collection, and identification of aquatic
insects. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
Upper-division standing.
Z 481. BIOGEOGRAPHY (3). Covers the
principles on which biogeography is based, past
and present, plus a historical account of changing
biogeography from the past to the present.
Marine and nonmarine aspects are dealt with,
involving what is known concerning both plants
and animals. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
Instructor approval required.
Z 499. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). Topics and
credits vary. Grading mode TBA.
Z 499H. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). Topics and
credits vary. Grading mode TBA. PREREQS:
Honors College approval required.
Z 501. RESEARCH (1-16). Graduate-level
research completed under faculty supervision.
PREREQS: Departmental approval required.
Z 503. THESIS (1-16). Master’s thesis,
completed under faculty supervision. PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
Z 505. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
For graduate students working toward a master’s
degree. After arrangements with individual faculty,
readings and discussions on topics of mutual
interest. PREREQS: Departmental approval
required.
Z 507. SEMINAR (1). Graded P/N.
Z 510. INTERNSHIP (1-16). PREREQS:
Departmental approval required.
Z 522. COMPARATIVE ANATOMY (5).
Descriptive, experimental and historical approach
to the study of evolution and anatomy of all organ
systems of vertebrates. Laboratory emphasizes
vertebrate developmental anatomy. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: Graduate or postbac standing.
Z 523. ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY
(4). Comparative environmental physiology
of vertebrates with emphasis on adaptations
to such aspects of the physical environment
as temperature, water, ions, and gases.
Consideration given to interactions between
physiology and environment that influence the
local and geographic distribution of animals. Lec/
rec. PREREQS: Graduate or postbac standing.
Z 525. EMBRYOLOGY AND DEVELOPMENT
(5). An integrated molecular, cellular and whole
organism approach. Sequential embryonic events
from gametogenesis through organogenesis.
Discussion of experiments into mechanisms
of these events; cellular interactions, pattern
formation, regulation of gene expression, and
cellular differentiation. Lab emphasizes descriptive
vertebrate embryology with introduction to
experimental methods. Lab fee. Lec/lab.
PREREQS: Graduate or postbac standing.
Z 527. PALEOBIOLOGY (3). Considers those
aspects of the fossil record of potential use to
life scientists, including the following topics:
community history, biogeographic history, rates
of evolution (taxonomic, phyletic, cladogenetic,
behavioral, quantum), species problem as viewed
with fossils, coevolution, overall history of life,
speciation mechanisms. Lec. PREREQS: One
year of biology, upper-division standing.
Z 530. PRINCIPLES OF PHYSIOLOGY (4).
Concepts and mechanisms of physiology,
especially neural integration, sensory perception,
muscle function, with specific examples from
circulation, respiration, osmoregulation, kidney
function and digestion. Lec. PREREQS: Graduate
or postbac standing.
Z 531. VERTEBRATE PHYSIOLOGY (4).
Physiology of organ systems in vertebrates with
emphasis on mammals. Systems to be considered
include the nervous, excretory (renal), endocrine,
reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory. Courses
may be taken in any order. Lec./lab. PREREQS:
Graduate or postbac standing.
Z 532. VERTEBRATE PHYSIOLOGY (4).
Physiology of organ systems in vertebrates with
emphasis on mammals. Systems to be considered
include the nervous, excretory (renal), endocrine,
reproductive, respiratory and circulatory. Courses
may be taken in any order. Lec/rec. PREREQS:
Z 530, graduate or postbac standing.
Z 536. ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY LABORATORY
(2). Laboratory experience with concepts and
procedures of modern animal physiology. Lab fee.
PREREQS: Graduate or postbac standing.
Z 537. VERTEBRATE ENDOCRINOLOGY (4).
An exploration of vertebrate endocrinology that
examines principles of hormone action, interand intracellular signaling mechanisms within
endocrine axes, and comparative endocrine
physiology, emphasizing concepts of homeostasis
and methodologies for evaluating normal and
pathophysiological function. Students are provided
multiple forums for class participation, in the form
of scientific presentations and “mini-reports.”
PREREQS: Graduate status or instructor approval
required.
Z 540. INSECT PHYSIOLOGY (3). Fundamentals
of insect physiology from the behavioral to
the molecular level. Cellular physiology and
hormonal control of molting, metamorphosis
and reproduction. Overview of body functions:
respiration, circulation, digestion, metabolism, and
osmoregulation. Physiological basis of behavior:
muscles and flight, structure and functions of
the nervous system, sensory physiology and
chemical communication. During the course
the contributions of insect physiology to (1) an
understanding of general physiological principles
and (2) biorational methods of insect pest control
are discussed. PREREQS: Graduate standing.
Z 551. FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY OF THE
HUMAN MUSCULAR SYSTEM (4). Overview
of the orientation, innervation, and functional
significance of muscles and muscle groups. Topics
will include techniques of dissection, muscle
identification, and variation on muscular anatomy.
The laboratory component will consist of the
dissection of the muscular anatomy of a human
cadaver. Lab fee. Lec/lab. PREREQS: Graduate
standing or instructor approval.
Z 556. PHYLOGENETICS (4). Explores the
theory and practice of modern phylogenetic
analysis. Emphasis placed on tree reconstruction
algorithms, assessment of statistical support,
and contemporary issues in phylogenetics. Lab
will focus on the use of phylogenetic software
and the analysis of molecular data sets. Lec/lab.
CROSSLISTED as BOT 556. PREREQS: ST 511.
Z 561. MARINE AND ESTUARINE
INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY (4). Comparative
survey of eight major invertebrate phyla and
many lesser-known phyla. Areas of emphasis
will be 1) invertebrate identification, 2) natural
history (diversity, habitat, feeding, behavior), and
3) comparative anatomy (adaptive significance of
morphological structures). Laboratories and field
trips will strongly supplement lecture material. Lec/
lab. Taught at Hatfield Marine Science Center.
PREREQS: Graduate standing.
Z 564. MARINE CONSERVATION BIOLOGY
(3). Lectures, group library research, and
class debates on current issues regarding
the conservation of biodiversity in the sea.
Topics include overfishing, invasive species,
eutrophication, marine pollution, and global
warming, as well as means of addressing these
threats. CROSSLISTED as FW 464/FW 564.
PREREQS: Graduate standing or instructor
approval.
Z 565. MARINE CONSERVATION SCIENCE
AND POLICY (3). Introduces the science-policy
interface of ocean resource management. Through
discussions, lectures, and independent projects,
students will learn how policy is formulated at the
state and federal levels, and the role of science
in that process. Emphasizes current topics, such
as ecosystem-based management. Graded
P/N. Taught at Hatfield Marine Science Center.
PREREQS: Graduate standing.
Z 573. BIOLOGY OF AMPHIBIANS AND
REPTILES (3). World families and distribution
of amphibians and reptiles; evolution, population
biology, life histories, current literature.
PREREQS: Graduate or postbac standing.
Z 574. SYSTEMATIC HERPETOLOGY (2). A
survey of the phylogenetic diversity of amphibians
and reptiles of the United States. Identification
through the use of keys will be stressed. Field trip
fee. Lab fee. Lec/lab. PREREQS: Graduate or
postbac standing.
Z 577. AQUATIC ENTOMOLOGY (4). Biology,
ecology, collection, and identification of aquatic
insects. Not offered every year. PREREQS:
Graduate or postbac standing.
Z 581. BIOGEOGRAPHY (3). Covers the
principles on which biogeography is based, past
and present, plus a historical account of changing
biogeography from the past to the present.
Marine and nonmarine aspects are dealt with,
involving what is known concerning both plants
and animals. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
Graduate or postbac standing.
Z 593. BEHAVIORAL ECOLOGY (5). Behavioral
ecology with emphasis on both theoretical and
empirical approaches. Offered alternate years.
PREREQS: Graduate or postbac standing.
College of Science
Z 594. COMMUNITY ECOLOGY (5). Theory and
analysis of multispecies associations. Emphasis
on extent to which existing ecological theory
is supported by natural phenomena. Course
considers how biotic and abiotic mechanisms
interact to regulate community organization and
stability in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial
habitats. Offered alternate years. PREREQS:
Graduate or postbac standing.
Z 599. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16). Topics and
credits vary. Grading mode TBA. Taught at Hatfield
Marine Science Center and Corvallis campus.
Z 601. RESEARCH (1-16). Doctoral-level
research under faculty supervision. Graded P/N.
PREREQS: Departmental approval.
Z 603. THESIS (1-16). Doctoral thesis
completed under faculty supervision. PREREQS:
Departmental approval.
Z 605. READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16).
For graduate students working toward doctoral
degree. After arrangements with individual faculty,
readings and discussions on topics of mutual
interest. PREREQS: Departmental approval.
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