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Biology
BIO 100 Human Biology (4 credits): An introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the human body. There is some basic chemistry, cell biology, and genetics; the emphasis, however, is on the structure and function of the organ systems of the human body. Relevant issues in ecology and medicine may be introduced. Lecture and laboratory.
BIO 101 College Biology I (4 credits): A study of the basic principles of zoology, building from a biochemical level to the structure and function of the organ systems in invertebrates and vertebrates. Lecture and laboratory. *May be taken concurrently with BIO 102.
BIO 102 College Biology II (4 credits): An overview of the five kingdoms (includes classification and representative organism of each kingdom), with a focus on plant systems and an overview of ecological principles. Lecture and laboratory. *May be taken concurrently with BIO 101.
BIO 103 Introduction to Biological Sciences (3 credits): Examines the chemistry of life, the anatomy and physiology of animals and plants, genetics and heredity, health and nutrition, behavior and biosphere.
BIO 104 Environmental Science (3 credits): Explores the biological processes occurring in physical, biological, and human environments. Issues of ecology, resource utilization, pollution, global warming, wilderness, energy, solid waste management, risk assessment, and environmental ethics and citizenship are studied. A one-credit laboratory may be separately scheduled.
BIO 108 Environmental Science Lab (1 credit): A laboratory that complements but is independent of the Environmental Science lectures. Labs study a core of material on water pollution, lake and streams, soils, home energy, noise, and additional topics representing local concerns. *Pre-requisite: Prior or concurrent enrollment in BIO 104 or permission of instructor.)
BIO 111 Phys/Pharm of Alcohol/Drugs (3 credits): An introduction to the basic human physiology and pharmacology as it relates to the use/abuse of alcohol and drugs. Attention is given to the pharmacological classification of drugs, their actions and their consequences for the human being. *Pre-requisite: BIO 100 or BIO 101)
BIO 114 Life on Earth (3 credits): This course is designed to introduce students to the history of life on earth as it is currently understood by scientists. Scientific explanations for the origins of the earth and life will be discussed. Principles of heredity and evolution will be used to explain life's progression over time. Adaptations of life will be viewed as progressive challenges to new environments and conditions. A variety of living things such as bacteria, plants, invertebrates, reptiles, birds, and mammals will be explored. The development of primates, humans, and civilization will be covered. This course is primarily designed for non-science majors.
BIO 125 Ecology (3 credits): An introduction of major ecological concepts and functions designed to show the interrelationships between organisms and their environments. Topics will include population dynamics, community structure, ecosystem diversity, biochemical cycles, natural selection and relevant environmental issues.
BIO 160 Adirondack Biology (3 credits): A survey of the natural history of the Adirondacks. This course looks at the ecology of the plant and animal communities of this region, and involves both classroom and outdoor activities. Background in biology beneficial but not necessary.
BIO 201 Microbiology (4 credits): An introduction to the world of the small, including the biology of bacteria and their role in health an disease. Selected representatives of other groups of microbes (fungi, protozoan's, viruses) are also studies. Safe methods of study, growth, and control of growth of microorganisms are central to this courses. Lecture and laboratory. (*Pre-requisite: BIO 100 or BIO 101)
BIO 215 Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits): The first half of a two semester in-depth study of the structure and functioning of the human body, including the study of basic chemistry, cells, tissues, and the integument, skeletal, muscular, and circulatory systems. Emphasis is on normal processes of growth maintenance and repair. Lecture and laboratory. (*Pre-requisite: BIO 100 or permission of Department Chair)
BIO 216 Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits): The second half of an in-depth study of the structure and functioning of the human body, including the study of the major organ systems, ranging from the reparatory through the reproductive system. Metabolism, development, and heredity are studied. Emphasis is on homeostatic mechanisms and adaptive processes in the healthy state. Lecture and laboratory. (*Pre-requisite: BIO 215)
BIO 230 Introduction to Kinesiology (4 credits): An introduction to human movement from both anatomical and mechanical perspectives. Neuromuscular physiology, muscle roles, types of muscle, contraction, movement sequencing and mechanical analysis of movement are included. Related neuromuscular pathologies as well as common sports injuries are discussed. Lecture and laboratory. (*Pre-requisite: BIO 215, additionally BIO 216 must be taken previously or concurrently)
BIO 240 Myology (3 credits): The study of muscle tissue and muscles, the latter with emphasis on origins, insertions, location and action. Muscular injuries and implications for massage therapy will be covered. (*Pre-requisite: BIO 215 and BIO 216)
BIO 260 Neurology and Pathology I (3 credits): A study of neurology and pathology as they relate to the study of massage therapy. Focus is on anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, general mechanisms of disease and pathology of the Skeletomuscular system. Offered Fall Semester Only. (*Pre-requisite: BIO 215 and BIO 216)
BIO 261 Neurology and Pathology II (3 credits): A continuation of the study of neurology and pathology as they relate to the study of massage therapy. Focus is on the pathology of various systems and the interrelationships with the nervous system. Offered Spring semester only. (*Pre-requisite: BIO 260)
Business Administration
BUS 100 Business Organization and Management (3 credits): Provides a solid foundation in the essentials of the business world. Specialized fields within business organizations are analyzed, and the role of business in modern society is examined.
BUS 101 Accounting I (4 credits): An introduction to the fundamental concepts and principles of accounting theory and preparation of financial statements.
BUS 102 Accounting II (4 credits): A continuation of BUS 101 with emphasis on partnerships and corporations, the use of accounting information for managerial decisions, analysis of financial statements, and beget preparation. (*Pre-requisite: BUS 101)
BUS 110 Business Mathematics (3 credits): Develops skills and understanding of the fundamental arithmetic operations as applied to modern business transactions and accounting practices. Topics include fundamental mathematical procedures, pricing and discounting of merchandise, simple and compound interest, depreciation, discounting, and consumer credit.
BUS 153 Hospitality Management (3 credits): Emphasis on managing people and places in all phases of hospitality management: resorts, hotels, motels, inns and restaurants. Special attention is paid to the problems faced by proprietors operating in a seasonal resort area.
BUS 154 Small Business Accounting (3 credits): A practical approach to the principles of accounting pertaining to sole proprietorship, emphasizing the accounting cycle, special journals, and the preparation of financial statements. (*Registration prohibited after completion of BUS 101 with a grade of C+ or higher)
BUS 200 Administrative Internship (3 credits): Offers the student an internship experience in the business sector. Classroom instruction is applied in the business environment. (*Pre-requisite: BUS 100 and/or permission of instructor)
BUS 203 Business Law I (3 credits): An introduction to the study of law and dispute resolution, litigation, courts, and procedures. Criminal law and tort law will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on contract law, particularly in the following areas: offer and acceptance, consideration, defenses, performance, breach, and rights of third parties. Generally offered Fall Semester Only.
BUS 204 Business Law II (3 credits): An introduction to the legalities involving commercial paper, agency and employment, and property. The following related areas are emphasized: contractual and tort liability of principals, agents and third parties, duties of principal and agent, termination of agency, acquiring title to real property and personal property, real estate sales transactions, leases and bailment's, wills and trusts, sales contracts, breach and remedies, warranties, and product liability. Generally offered Spring Semester only. BUS 203 is not required as a pre-requisite.
BUS 211 Human Resource Management (3 credits): A study of management problems in human relations, with particular attention to management in the personal areas of staffing and employment, employee performance, compensation, employee relations, and personnel programs. Employer-employee relationships are emphasized. Generally offered Spring Semester only; recommended for the second year student.
BUS 212 Marketing Principles (3 credits): An introduction to the basic aspects of controllable and, in pragmatic terms, uncontrollable variables relative to the individual firm. The firm's product, pricing distribution, and promotional strategies will be studied. A behavioral approach will be applied to the environmental aspects facing the business manager, including the economic, sociological, demographic, legal, and technical dimensions. Generally offered Spring semester only.
BUS 214 Advertising (3 credits): Theories and practices of advertising management and its relationship to the marketing program of the firm. Advertising media to be analyzed include television, radio, newspapers, magazines, direct mail, transit and outdoor posters. Their relevance to daily business activity will be examined. Generally offered alternate Fall semester only.
BUS 215 Small Business Management (3 credits): Theories and practices of management relating to the retail level of business activity. Analysis of procedures and terminology relating to the daily operation of retail outlets to be emphasized. Generally offered alternate Fall semester only.
BUS 217 Principles of Management (3 credits): This course reviews management theories and practices applicable to all organizations. Students will study the improvement of the performance of organizations and departments by combining the management functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Advisors are encouraged to enroll only those students with 30 or more credit hours completed. Prerequisite: ENG 101 AND BUS 100 OR BUS 215 OR REC 120.
BUS 220 Business Communications (3 credits): A study of the structure and types of business communications from a behavioral approach. Emphasis is placed on the organization and composition of various business letters, development of resumes, and techniques of report writing.
BUS 221 Computerized Accounting (3 credits): An introduction to current software used by small businesses for bookkeeping and accounting. Students will adapt common accounting functions to electronic spreadsheets and use a comprehensive accounting software package. (*Pre-requisite: BUS 101 or BUS 154, and CIS 130)
BUS 223 Management Internship I / BUS 224 Management Internship II (3 credits): Designed as a practicum in the real business world; an opportunity to sharpen skills, make errors and learn from them, and to study many management functions and activities in a business environment. This unique experience is often a highlight of a two-year program in business administration. (*Pre-requisite: BUS 215 and permission of instructor)
BUS 231 Organizational Behavior (3 credits): An introduction to significant theories and concepts in organizational behavior from the social and behavioral disciplines. Emphasis is placed on individual and group interaction within the realm of organization structure, design, and function.
BUS 233 Cost Accounting (3 credits): Cost Accounting is an in-depth exploration of the concepts and techniques used by management accountants to assist decision makers and supply useful information to internal financial accountants and stakeholders in a manufacturing or service business. Real-world scenarios will be discussed involving utilization of Job Order, Process, Activity and Standard cost methodology. Cost Volume and Break-Even Analysis complimented by budgeting methodology will accent the study of real-world modeling in the planning and reactionary environment of today's economy.
BUS 243 E-Commerce (3 credits): The course explores the methods in which businesses are using the Internet and Web to conduct transactions today. This course focuses specifically on digitally enabled commercial transactions between and among organizations and individuals. Students will learn basic e-commerce terminology and concepts,; explore various e-commerce business models, learn about the e-commerce website development process; learn to select appropriate infrastructure components for e-commerce websites; look at various methods for scrutinizing online transactions and explore advances in e-commerce expansion.