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2018-2019 Catalogue [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Course Numbering
The College of Wooster uses a five-digit course numbering system. The first three digits indicate the primary course number. The next two digits are the secondary course number and indicate whether there is a special focus for the course. For example:
The first letters are the department or program abbreviation. The next three digits are the primary course number (101 is the primary course number for all Introduction to Historial Study courses). The last two digits are the secondary course number. These two digits indicate that the special focus for this HIST 101 course is The History of Islam. A course with a given three-digit primary course number can only be taken once for credit unless specifically indicated otherwise by the department.
The following policy has been used in assigning primary course numbers:
- 100-level courses are usually introductory courses; some 100-level courses do have prerequisites, and students are advised to consult the description for each course.
- 200-level courses are usually beyond the introductory level, although many 200-level courses are open to first-year students and to majors and non-majors.
- 300-level courses are seminars and courses primarily for majors but open to other students with the consent of the instructor.
- The following numbers are for Independent Study: I.S. 40100 (Junior Independent Study), I.S. 45100 and I.S. 45200 (Senior Independent Study).
In addition to the regular course offerings, many departments offer individual tutorials under the number 40000 and internships under 41000. On occasion, departments will offer a course on a special topic as approved by the Educational Policy Committee, designated 19900, 29900, or 39900.
Abbreviation
In keeping with the general education requirements of the College’s curriculum
(see Degree Requirements ), course listings employ the following abbreviations:
W Writing Intensive
C Studies in Cultural Difference
R Religious Perspectives
Q Quantitative Reasoning
AH Learning Across the Disciplines: Arts and Humanities
HSS Learning Across the Disciplines: History and Social Sciences
MNS Learning Across the Disciplines: Mathematical and Natural Sciences
Except where otherwise noted, all courses carry one course credit.
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BCMB 30300 - Techniques in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Course Credit: 1
(BIOL, CHEM, NEUR)
TECHNIQUES IN BIOCHEMISTRY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY This laboratory-based course gives students hands-on experience with experimental methods used in biochemistry and molecular biology. It is organized around a semester-long project in which students design and work toward specific research goals. This course counts for major credit in Biology and Chemistry. Prerequisite(s): CHEM-11200, minimum grade C-, and BIOL-20100, minimum grade C- Annually. Fall and Spring. [W]
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BCMB 33100 - Principles of Biochemistry Course Credit: 1
(BIOL, CHEM, NEUR)
PRINCIPLES OF BIOCHEMISTRY This course focuses on the structural and chemical properties of the four main categories of biological molecules - amino acids, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, lipids - as a means of critically analyzing the functions of complex biological macromolecules and cellular processes at the molecular level. Structure, equilibria, thermodynamics, kinetics and reactivity of biological macromolecules, with emphasis on proteins and enzymes, are the course cornerstones. Principles of bioenergetics and intermediary metabolism (glycolysis, citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation) also discussed. Critical thinking and inquiry encouraged by analysis and discussion of current research literature. This course counts for major credit in Biology and Chemistry. Recommended: BIOL-30500 and BIOL-30600 Prerequisite(s): CHEM-21200, minimum grade C-, and BIOL-20100, minimum grade of C-; or permission of instructor. Annually. Fall. [MNS]
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BCMB 33200 - Biochemistry of Metabolism Course Credit: 1
(BIOL, CHEM)
BIOCHEMISTRY OF METABOLISM A continuation of BCMB 331 with molecular and mechanistic emphasis on advanced cellular metabolism, metabolomics, signal transduction, as well as DNA, RNA and protein metabolism. Critical thinking and inquiry encouraged by analysis and discussion of current research literature. This course counts for major credit in Biology and Chemistry. Prerequisite(s): BCMB-33100, minimum grade C-, or permission of instructor Annually. Spring. [MNS]
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BCMB 33300 - Chemical Biology Course Credit: 1
(BIOL, CHEM)
CHEMICAL BIOLOGY This course explores how chemistry can be utilized to examine and manipulate molecular events in biological systems. Specifically, the course is divided into different units, including proteomic profiling, enzyme activity profiling, metabolic engineering, and protein engineering. Critical thinking and inquiry encouraged by analysis and discussion of current research literature. This course counts for major credit in Biology and Chemistry. Prerequisite(s): BCMB-33100, minimum grade C-; or permission of instructor
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BCMB 40000 - Tutorial Course Credit: 1
TUTORIAL Special and advanced topics in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology. Evaluation of the student’s accomplishment will be based on a contract with the supervising professor. Students apply to the program chairperson for this option. This course does not count toward a major in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. May be repeated.
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BCMB 40100 - Intro to Independent Study Course Credit: 1
(NEUR)
JUNIOR INDEPENDENT STUDY This course focuses on scientific writing, experimental design, and informational retrieval systems, including accessing and evaluating the growing collection of molecular databases. Students explore the literature related to their proposed senior I.S. thesis through a series of structured writing assignments that culminate in a research proposal for the senior project. In addition, students learn the mechanics of scientific presentations and give a brief seminar on their proposed project. Prerequisite(s): CHEM-21100, minimum grade C-; BIOL-30500 or BIOL-30600, minimum grade C-; or permission of instructor Annually. Spring.
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BCMB 41000 - BCMB 41000: Internship Course Credit: 0.25
Maximum Credit: 4
INTERNSHIP A structured, usually off-campus experience, in which a student extends classroom knowledge to a work position within a community, business, or government organization. Student interns work and learn under the joint guidance of a host organization supervisor and a College of Wooster mentor. The student must arrange the internship in advance through the appropriate department or program. No more than six internships, and a maximum of four Wooster course credits, will count toward graduation. The form for registering for an internship and the Internship Learning Plan are available in the office of the Registrar. May be repeated. S/NC. Annually.
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BCMB 45100 - Independent Study Thesis Course Credit: 1
(NEUR)
SENIOR INDEPENDENT STUDY–SEMESTER ONE An original investigation is conducted, culminating in a thesis and oral defense of the thesis in the second semester. During the year each student gives at least one research poster and oral presentation on the research topic. A student normally has one research advisor. Prerequisite(s): BCMB-40100
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BCMB 45200 - Independent Study Thesis Course Credit: 1
(NEUR)
SENIOR INDEPENDENT STUDY–SEMESTER TWO The thesis is evaluated by the research advisor and one other professor from the BCMB Curriculum Committee, in consultation with the other members of the BCMB Curriculum Committee. Prerequisite(s): BCMB-45100
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