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AM 101 - Introductions to American Studies
Introduces students to the field of American Studies through the examination of a broad range of source material drawn from history, literature, politics, religion, art, popular culture, and so on. The diverse forms of American cultural history will be considered primarily through case studies of significant concepts, persons, social movements, and events; topics might include, for example, Manifest Destiny, the Frontier, the Civil Rights Movement, the JFK assassination, the O.J. Simpson trial, Women’s Rights, etc.
Credits: 3 cr.
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AM 350 - Locating American Studies: Theory and Methodology
This course, designed to be taken in the junior year, is a focal point of the major and introduces majors to current methodologies, critical theories, and interpretive strategies in the field of American Studies. These methodologies may include cultural studies, cultural geography, popular culture, material culture, gender studies, and film studies. The course will focus on a topic or period, which will be studied through an expansive range of texts suggesting the interdisciplinary nature of American Studies.
Credits: 4 cr.
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AR 203 - Two-Dimensional Design/Theory and Fundamentals of Art
Fundamentals of drawing, perspective, composition, value, color and design. The ideas developed theoretically in this course will be put into practice in the studio workshop.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: One section of this course (offered in the fall) is required of and reserved for first-year and sophomore studio art majors as a Prerequisite for advanced studio work.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Artistic Experience
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AR 205 - Drawing I
An introduction to the fundamental elements of basic free-hand drawing, with emphasis on the development of keen observation, selective seeing, and sensitive interpretation of form using a variety of media.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: This course is a prerequisite for studio work and is required of fine arts majors with an art emphasis. One section of this course (offered in the spring) is required of and reserved for first year and sophomore studio art majors as a prerequisite for advanced studio work.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Artistic Experience
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AR 207 - Drawing II
Additional drawing experience with emphasis on development of the student’s potential to reinforce and expand basic drawing techniques and to gain an appreciation of past and present works. Students use varied approaches and media such as pen and ink, wash and watercolor, with an emphasis on personal interpretations of ideas and feeling in visual terms. Drawing II is a continuation of Drawing I.
Prerequisites: AR 205, AR 207 or permission of the instructor
Credits: 3 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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AR 251 - Survey of the History of Art I: Cave Painting to the Renaissance
Examination of early human achievement in the arts, from the cave paintings of Lascaux to Chartres cathedral and the frescoes of Giotto. Special interest is given to methods of analyzing form, subject matter and ideology in art and architecture. Topics include the arts of early Europeans and Native Americans. Class meetings incorporate lecture and discussion, student presentations, and collaborative learning projects.
Credits: 4 cr.
Liberal Studies Requirement: Culture and Civilization
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AR 252 - Survey of the History of Art II: Renaissance to Modern
Surveys European art from the fifteenth through the twentieth centuries, arts of Africa and the United States, and the modern pictorial media of advertising and television. Special emphasis is given to methods of analysis including connoisseurship, Marxism, and feminism. Class meetings incorporate lecture and discussion, field trips to local museums, student presentations, and collaborative learning projects.
Credits: 4 cr.
Liberal Studies Requirement: Culture and Civilization
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AR 280 - Culture and Society in Medieval Burgundy
A two-week academic study tour in Burgundy, France, focusing on the historical, artistic, religious, literary, and social developments of medieval Burgundy in the 12th and 13th centuries. Though based in Pontigny, students will make several excursions to abbeys, castles, museums, and significant archaeological sites.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Optional Applied Language Component (one credit).
Crosslisted: HI 280; RS 280
Liberal Studies Requirement: Religious Studies or Culture and Civilization
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AR 309 - Painting with Oil
Creative work in principles of design, painting and the medium of oil paint.
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor required.
Credits: 3 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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AR 311 - Painting with Acrylic
Exploration of the creative and expressive use of design principles, pictorial space, and abstract as well as representational subjects as they may be realized through painting with acrylic.
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor required.
Credits: 3 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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AR 313 - Western Calligraphy
The theory and practice of writing and lettering as an art form.
Credits: 3 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Artistic Experience
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AR 327 - Ceramics I: Wheel Throwing
A comprehensive introduction to the practice of throwing on the wheel including clay preparation, centering, formation of vessels, trimming, glazing and firing. Students will also study the work of past and current potters.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: The course meets at Burlington City Arts Clay and Craft Studio.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Artistic Experience
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AR 333 - Art Since 1945
A slide/lecture survey of contemporary painting and sculpture, with an emphasis on historical perspective and current issues which shape today’s art world and provide concepts for the future. The class will review Impressionism, Cubism and Surrealism as an introduction to modern movements such as Abstract Expressionism, Color Field Painting, Pop Art, Photo- Realism and various other contemporary styles.
Credits: 3 cr.
Liberal Studies Requirement: Culture and Civilization
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AR 346 - Visual Culture of the Middle Ages
This course will focus on images of power, piety, and belief in the European Middle Ages (c. 200 - c. 1450), from late Roman to late Gothic. Rural landscapes, town planning, and the role of archeology in understanding medieval art and life will be explored, along with the evolution of different types of architecture, including mosques, monasteries, cathedrals, castles, and houses.
Credits: 4 cr.
Crosslisted: HI 346 and RS 346
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AR 361 - Art, Architecture, and Material Culture of the United States
Introduction to visual culture in the United States from Plymouth plantation through post-modernism, including study of painting, sculpture, architecture, quilting, functional objects and landscape design. Special emphasis is given to issues of national identity, race, class, and gender. Course requirements emphasize formal analysis, research, writing, discussion, and oral presentation. This course satisfies the writing-intensive requirement for art majors.
Credits: 4 cr.
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AR 381 - Special Topics in Art and/or Art History
Examines in-depth topics selected from studio art and/or art architectural history. Course descriptions for sections will be announced prior to registration.
Credits: 4 cr.
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AR 391 - West African and African American Art and Culture
This course examines religious philosophies, royal arts, empowering objects, gender relations, sacred ritual objects and performance, architecture and curatorial practice in the display of West African art. Course assignments introduce students to the work of professional art historians as teachers and curators; the final project requires students to create a “virtual” art exhibition at http://academics.smcvt.edu/africanart
Credits: 3 cr.
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AR 401 - Sculpture I
The study and practice of sculpture as a creative expression using traditional and contemporary approaches. A variety of materials and techniques will be used to explore three dimensional forms.
Credits: 3 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Artistic Experience
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AR 403 - Sculpture: Construction/Assemblage
The study and practice of creating invented forms and composing/altering found objects as sculpture. A variety of construction and assemblage techniques will be examined. Slide/lectures will be used to illustrate traditional and contemporary approaches.
Credits: 3 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Artistic Experience
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AR 405 - Printmaking: Relief Printing
A studio course which explores the relief method of printmaking with an investigation of various techniques as they relate to the creative possibilities of the medium. Traditional and contemporary approaches will be examined, with an emphasis on woodblock printing.
Credits: 3 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Artistic Experience
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AR 407 - Printmaking: Etching
A studio course which explores the relief method of printmaking with an investigation of various techniques as they relate to the creative possibilities of the medium. The emphasis will be on etching using a variety of intaglio techniques such as mono print, drypoint, and aquatint.
Prerequisites: AR 205 and permission of the instructor
Credits: 3 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Artistic Experience
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AR 410 - Senior Thesis Exhibition
Senior Thesis Exhibition provides students with the opportunity to exhibit a significant, original and creative body of related art works to the campus community in the McCarthy art gallery or another appropriate space on campus to be decided in consultation with the faculty.
Credits: 1 cr.
Misc. Notes: To be taken concurrently with AR 415 or AR 421. Art majors only.
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AR 415 - Art Tutorial in Painting
Individually planned studio program. Student needs and interests will determine the medium employed.
Prerequisites: AR 309 or AR 311 and permission of the instructor
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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AR 421 - Tutorial in Printmaking
Individually planned studio program. Student needs and interests will determine the medium employed.
Prerequisites: AR 405, AR 407, and permission of the instructor
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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AR 431 - Life Drawing
Two-and-one-half-hour drawing lab with live model as subject, using a variety of drawing media, ink and wash, charcoal, watercolor and more. Developing an understanding of basic human anatomy and looking at examples of style and technique used throughout the history of figure drawing. There will be an emphasis on perceptual accuracy and personal interpretation as well.
Prerequisites: AR 205 or permission of the instructor
Credits: 3 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 106 - Topics in Cellular and Molecular Biology
This lecture and laboratory course will focus on topics pertaining to the cellular level of biological organization. Examples of specific topics that may be explored in a given semester are: the cellular basis of health and disease; human genetics and inheritance; cancer; biotechnology, including the study of the moral implications of the rapidly evolving technology; the immune system; origin of life; reproduction and development.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Biology 106, 108, and 110 are laboratory courses designed for students who are not science majors. They may not be taken by biology majors or minors. Each course carries three credits and will satisfy the requirement for a laboratory course in the natural sciences.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Natural/Mathematical Sciences
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BI 108 - Topics in Organismal Biology
This lecture and laboratory course will focus on topics pertaining to the organismal level of biological organization. Examples of specific topics that may be explored in a given semester are: human biology; animal behavior; embryology of plants and animals; physiological responses of plants and animals to the environment; the biology of a particular group of organisms, for example, plants, invertebrates, microorganisms, and human parasites.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Biology 106, 108, and 110 are laboratory courses designed for students who are not science majors. They may not be taken by biology majors or minors. Each course carries three credits and will satisfy the requirement for a laboratory course in the natural sciences.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Natural/Mathematical Sciences
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BI 110 - Topics in Population and Ecosystem Biology
This lecture and laboratory course will focus on topics pertaining to the population level of biological organization. Examples of specific topics that may be explored in a given semester are: conservation biology; endangered species and the loss of biodiversity; global warming; food and energy resources; types of pollution and their impact on various ecosystems; human population growth; natural history of Vermont.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Biology 106, 108, and 110 are laboratory courses designed for students who are not science majors. They may not be taken by biology majors or minors. Each course carries three credits and will satisfy the requirement for a laboratory course in the natural sciences.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Natural/Mathematical Sciences
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BI 151 - General Biology
The two semesters of General Biology (BI 151-153) provide a comprehensive introduction to biology and to the process of science. They are intended for biology majors and other students who have a strong interest in the sciences. Our approach is problem-based and inquiry-based. Through lectures, case studies, and discussion we present biological concepts in the context of real world problems, which demonstrates why these concepts are important. In lab students design hypotheses and develop experiments and projects that test them, thereby gaining direct experience with doing science. The goal of General Biology is that you begin to gain proficiency with scientific reasoning and that you develop an understanding of fundamental biological principles and their importance in the natural world.
In BI 151 lecture material is drawn from the disciplines of ecology and evolutionary biology. Labs focus on student-designed semester-long projects on issues related to local ecosystems. Field work is performed during the first half of the semester, and analysis, write-up, and presentation of student work occurs during the second half.
Credits: 4 cr.
Misc. Notes: Required for biochemistry, biology and environmental science majors and pre-health care career students; others by permission of the department.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Natural/Mathematical Sciences
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BI 153 - General Biology
The two semesters of General Biology (BI 151-153) provide a comprehensive introduction to biology and to the process of science. They are intended for biology majors and other students who have a strong interest in the sciences. Our approach is problem-based and inquiry-based. Through lectures, case studies, and discussion we present biological concepts in the context of real world problems, which demonstrates why these concepts are important. In lab students design hypotheses and develop experiments and projects that test them, thereby gaining direct experience with doing science. The goal of General Biology is that you begin to gain proficiency with scientific reasoning and that you develop an understanding of fundamental biological principles and their importance in the natural world.
In BI 153 lecture material is drawn from the disciplines of molecular biology, cellular biology, and genetics. Labs focus on a series of projects that emphasize experimental design and implementation, hypothesis formation and testing, and analysis.
Prerequisites: Grade “C” or better in BI 151 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4 cr.
Misc. Notes: Required for biochemistry, biology and environmental science majors and pre-health care career students; others by permission of the department.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Natural/Mathematical Sciences
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BI 205 - Biological Reading and Writing
Reading, writing, discussion, and oral presentations in which the student learns to explore the fundamental sources of biological knowledge. The student may extend his/her study in any area of basic biological concepts that was considered during the general course.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Limited to Biology and Environmental Science Majors. Group discussions and individual consultations.
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BI 207 - Comparative Anatomy of the Vertebrates
A comprehensive treatment of vertebrate gross anatomy and evolution, and an introduction to how morphological adaptations of different vertebrate groups allow them to exploit a variety of habitats and life styles. The laboratory focuses on a detailed dissection of a representative vertebrate, and physical models, skeletons, and computer software provide comparisons to other vertebrate groups.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 221 - Population Ecology
The study of population growth and regulation. Applications of ecological theory to conservation biology are explored. Mathematical models are developed and used analytically. Field and laboratory work tests ecological theory using a variety of organisms and study systems on-campus and in Vermont parks and other natural areas.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 223 - Genetics
The study of gene transmission from generation to generation, gene structure and function. Lectures consider several topics, including transmission genetics, chromosome theory of inheritance, genetic variations, DNA repair, and molecular genetics. The laboratory emphasizes a quantitative approach to exploration of selected topics considered in lecture, and an introduction to molecular techniques.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153, CH 103, CH 107, or permission of the instructor
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 225 - Cell Biology
The study of cell structure and function. Topics include cellular biochemical processes, cell membranes, organelles, the cytoskeleton, nuclear function, cell division, and cell behavior. Lecture and laboratories will emphasize an experimental and quantitative approach.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153, CH 103, CH 107, or permission of the instructor
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 238 - Ecosytem Ecology
This field course examines factors that affect ecosystem distribution, globally and regionally, emphasizing geology as well as climate, followed by study of representative Vermont ecosystems. The course also includes an historical overview of land and resource use in Vermont and human effects on successional ecosystem development. Labs include trips to mountaintops, bogs, and old growth forest and a limestone quarry for fossil hunting.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 242 - Community Ecology
The primary goal of this course is to study the factors that control biological diversity. The laboratory portion of the course will focus on natural New England communities emphasizing aquatic habitats. Field experiences will be supplemented with laboratory experiments and mathematical models used to simulate the behavior of natural communities. Lecture topics will include subjects such as the impacts of disturbance on communities, island biogeography, null models, and keystone species.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 247 - Botany
A study of the plant kingdom, emphasizing the diverse ways that plants have adapted to the environment. The course considers the evolution, diversity, structure, and internal processes of plants and includes laboratories designed to explore relationships between plant form and function.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 250 - Tropical Ecology
An introduction to the scientific study of tropical ecology and to conservation of tropical habitats. The course consists of several meetings during the fall semester and a two-week study tour of three Costa Rican ecosystems (rain forest, cloud forest and dry forest) during winter break. Each tropical site visit will be spent learning natural history and formulating questions followed by conducting research projects to address ecological questions.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153, or permission of the instructors
Credits: 2 cr.
When Offered: This course does not fulfill a major requirement and is not offered every year.
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BI 260 - Animal Behavior
The study of animal behavior from an evolutionary perspective. Class sessions explore mechanisms of behavior, development of behavior, and evolution of behavior across a wide range of animal taxa. The laboratory work involves development of strong observational skills and execution of analytical research. Field trips to off-campus locations are required.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 315 - Microbiology
A study of the structure, development, growth, and physiology of microorganisms; fundamental aspects of virology and immunology are discussed. Laboratory explores taxonomy and morphology as well as physiology and biochemistry of microorganisms.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153, (BI 223 recommended), CH 103, CH 107 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 319 - Human and Comparative Physiology
A comprehensive study of physiological processes stressing regulation at the organismal level. Emphasis is placed on human physiological and physiological adaptations of animals to environmental conditions. The laboratory explores fundamental concepts of organismal physiology, with an emphasis on humans.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153 (BI 205 recommended), CH 103, CH 107
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 325 - Molecular Biology
The study of information flow from DNA to protein. Lecture topics include chemistry of DNA, RNA, and proteins; organization of genes, chromosomes, and genomes; transcription and translation; gene regulation; epigenetics; DNA replication; and genome evolution. The laboratory explores how molecular biology techniques are used to clone and characterize novel genes.
Prerequisites: BI 151-153; CH 103-107 (BI 223 recommended).
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 335 - Advanced Topics in Biology
A course on a topic not offered on a regular basis. Consult with the instructor before enrolling to determine topics to be studied.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153, or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3-4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 345 - Developmental Biology
The study of the progressive changes in gene expression and cell interactions that determine the form of an organism at all points of its life cycle. Lectures consider several topics, including embryology, cell differentiation, cell communication, and spatial organization. Laboratories explore selected topics considered in lecture. The approach is experimental and a wide variety of organisms are studied.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153, CH 103, CH 107.
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 355 - Evolution
An examination of the biological processes that underlie evolution. The course focuses on adaptation and diversification, from both empirical and theoretical perspectives, and on areas of current research such as molecular phylogenetics and development as an evolutionary process. Related topics include the historical development of the field, its underlying philosophy, and its social relevance. Laboratory exercises illustrate techniques used to study evolution, including experiments and simulations.
Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153, (BI 223 recommended).
Credits: 4 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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BI 410 - Senior Seminar
A study of the history of biological thought. The seminar emphasizes the connections among the principle areas of biological inquiry, within the broader context of the liberal arts.
Prerequisites: Limited to biology majors, or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 420 - Senior (Honors) Research
Senior research provides an opportunity for students who have demonstrated good academic performance and strong motivation to undertake a laboratory or field investigation with a member of the biology faculty. The results must be reported in written form and presented in a seminar.
Prerequisites: By permission of instructor only.
Credits: 1-3 cr.
Misc. Notes: One or two semesters. This course does not fulfill a major requirement.
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BI 499 - Academic Internship
Qualified juniors and seniors may apply for academic internships at one of a variety of off-campus facilities. Requirements include selected readings, a final report, and may include an oral presentation.
Credits: 1-3 cr.
Misc. Notes: This course may be taken pass/fail at the discretion of the instructor. This course does not fulfill a major requirement.
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BU 101 - Business and Contemporary Society
Explores the importance of the business organization to contemporary American society. The course includes an historical overview of the evolution of business and assesses the contributions of business to the economic and social development of the United States and the controversies to which it has been a party. It provides an introduction to the range of business skills and functions, and will highlight how these skills and functions are useful in non-business organizations.
Prerequisites: First-year student or written permission of the department chair.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Not intended for students who major in business administration.
Liberal Studies Requirement: Social Science/Organizational Studies
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BU 111 - Management Information Systems
Introduces students to the role of information technology and information systems in formal organizations. Includes the study of the use of information technology to build efficient and effective information systems. Focuses on development of information systems that provide meaningful information for management decision making.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Credit will not be given for BU 111 (formerly BU 211) if students have already received credit for CS 101 or CS 111.
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BU 113 - Foundations of Business Administration
Exposes students to the various functional areas of marketing, finance, management, and the role of business in society and introduces them to the broad range of economic, governmental, and societal factors encountered in business organizations. The course emphasizes written and oral presentations, and exposure to the literature of the business environment. It includes experiential exercises, topical readings, and independent research projects.
Credits: 4 cr.
Liberal Studies Requirement: Social Science/Organizational Studies
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BU 141 - Financial Accounting
Introduces accounting principles and practices applicable to the preparation and analysis of financial statements of a business organization. Major topics include the accounting cycle, classification of current and non-current assets and liabilities, the measurement of income, and preparation and analysis of financial statements.
Credits: 4 cr.
Misc. Notes: Business administration and accounting majors and business administration, accounting and finance minors only.
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BU 143 - Managerial Accounting
Covers the preparation and use of accounting information in the management process. Introduces the use of budgets, cost-control systems, standard costs, variance analysis, cost-based decision making, present-value techniques, break-even concepts, and capital investment decisions.
Prerequisites: BU 141.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 205 - Principles of Business Communication
Seeks to enhance abilities in speaking, writing, and listening, to develop skills in critical observation and objective feedback, and to provide experience, both formally and informally, in expository, humorous and persuasive speeches.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 207 - Business Statistics
Provides the basic statistical tools required for analysis of business decisions. Covers descriptive statistics, probability and probability distributions, inferential statistics, regression and correlation, and non-parametric statistics.
Prerequisites: Either MA 101, MA 103, MA 109.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Credit will not be given for BU 207 if credit has already been given for MA 102, EC 205, or PS 213.
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BU 209 - Legal Environment of Business
This course will explore the nature of the law and the judicial system and its relationship to consumers, ethical behavior and the business enterprise. In addition the course includes the study of contracts, law of sales, torts, government regulation of business, environmental and consumer protection.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 212 - Information and e-Business Systems
Introduces students to the management issues of information and e-business systems. Explores the role that information and e-business systems play in information age organizations. Focuses on systems that build on basic information systems in an attempt to effectively utilize all the benefits of the Internet, the World Wide Web, internet working, and related technologies to enhance the value creation enterprise of the organization.
Prerequisites: Either BU 111, CS 101, CS 111.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 223 - Intermediate Accounting II
Furthering the study done in BU 221. Focuses on the theory and practice of accounting for corporations. It includes the study of techniques used in the valuation of asset, liability, and stockholders equity accounts; analysis statements; and other advanced topics.
Prerequisites: BU 221.
Credits: 4 cr.
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BU 243 - Managerial Cost Accounting
Combines the study of cost accounting systems with the development of accounting data for managerial uses. Includes the study of cost behaviors, allocation of costs, compilation and use of accounting information for decision- making, control and evaluation.
Prerequisites: BU 141, BU 143.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Required for accounting majors and recommended for business majors with an interest in the accumulation and use of cost relevant to the decision-making process.
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BU 271 - International Business
Introduces students to the problems and possibilities of doing business in an international context. It is a survey of two levels of the international experience: the operating environment and the new challenges to traditional business methods. The course will focus on the basic problems of the manager in international decision-making, and equip the student with concepts and facts that will help in solving those problems.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Optional Applied Language Component (one credit).
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BU 303 - Management and Organizational Behavior
Examines and encourages the development of useful managerial and behavioral skills by familiarizing the student with the theories and practices in the field of management and organizational behavior. Topics include goal setting, planning, behavior modification, human factors in the organization, decision-making, and control.
Prerequisites: At least Junior standing.
Credits: 4 cr.
Liberal Studies Requirement: Social Science/Organizational Studies
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BU 305 - Marketing
Reviews the role of marketing in the firm, the identification and selection of target markets, and the design of the marketing mix to best meet the requirements of the target market. Examines the impact that the economic, legal, social, and competitive environments have on the market mix.
Prerequisites: At least Junior standing.
Credits: 4 cr.
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BU 311 - Information and Knowledge Management
Introduces students to the management issues of information and knowledge-based systems in modern organization. Explores the role that information and knowledge-based systems play in enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of the organization as well as their role as strategic assets of the organization. Focuses on the development of systems that enhance knowledge creation, knowledge sharing and organizational learning.
Prerequisites: BU 111 (formerly BU 211) or CS 101.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 313 - Managerial Leadership
Introduces students to the skills and theories of leadership. Students study examples of leadership in films, literature, and the textbook. In addition, students explore ways people are influenced and develop their ability to influence others by analyzing their own style through cases, exercises, and papers. To the extent possible, students lead and manage the class.
Prerequisites: BU 303.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 315 - Financial Policies of Corporations
Explores financial decision-making in a business enterprise with respect to acquisition and allocation of funds. The time-value of money, forecasting cash flows on business proposals, capital budgeting analysis, cost of capital, valuing stocks and bonds, effects of leverage, financial ratios, working capital management, and dividend policy are considered.
Prerequisites: BU 141 and either BU 207 or MA 102. Juniors and Seniors only.
Credits: 4 cr.
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BU 319 - International Finance
Provides a framework for analyzing the key financial decisions of a multinational firm. Major topics include foreign exchange markets and risk management, financing international trade transactions, multinational funds flow mechanisms, capital budgeting, international financial markets and investments.
Prerequisites: BU 141 or BU 271.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Optional Applied Language Component (one credit).
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BU 321 - Human Resources Management
Covers organization for personnel, staffing, recruiting, selection, training of employees, employee evaluation, job analysis, salary and wage administration, promotions, demotions, incentives, and morale.
Prerequisites: BU 303 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 325 - Sales and Sales Management
Examines each of the components of the selling process, stressing the need for pre-call preparation and identification of buyer needs as the key building blocks for sales success. Includes a brief overview of the sales management function with emphasis on the motivational and coaching roles of the sales manager.
Prerequisites: BU 305.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 331 - Essentials of Investments
Introduces the basic principles and concepts important to understanding securities, such as stocks, bonds, and options. Topics include the investment process, securities markets, time value of money, equity valuation, risk/return objectives, asset allocation, and mutual funds. The course employs a student-selected investment to emphasize the principles explored.
Prerequisites: At least Junior standing.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 341 - Labor Relations
Surveys the history of the American labor movement, the development of labor law in the United States, and the techniques and strategies of collective bargaining both for management and labor in the public and private sectors. Various methods of dispute settlement, including mediation, arbitration, and fact finding, will be considered.
Prerequisites: BU 113.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 345 - Retailing
Explores the evolution of American retail institutions together with a practical introduction to the field of retail merchandise control and promotion. Coverage of both large and small retail operations.
Prerequisites: BU 305.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 351 - Advanced Accounting
Covers advanced topics in accounting theory and practice, including accounting for consolidations, partnerships, and not-for-profit institutions. Inter-corporate investments under the cost and equity methods and pooling versus purchase-accounting problems for business combinations are emphasized.
Prerequisites: BU 223.
Credits: 4 cr.
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BU 355 - Production and Operations Management
The course will introduce students to the major issues that arise in managing manufacturing and service operations. Specifically, it will focus on production management and planning, inventory control, quality management, material requirements planning (MRP), Just-in-Time (JIT) production, project management, scheduling, supply chain management, forecasting, and manufacturing and service strategy.
Prerequisites: BU 143, 303 and either BU 207 or MA 102.
Credits: 4 cr.
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BU 369 - Financial Management: Theory and Application
Explores the theory and application of corporate financial management. Advanced topics of study include: cost of capital, capital structure analysis, leverage, leasing, working capital, capital market theories, combinations, and mergers.
Prerequisites: BU 315.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 373 - Ethical Issues in Business
Combines ethical theory and practice, exploring the effect of personal, corporate and social values on decision making. Students are involved in the examination of the basic reasoning skills developed in the study of ethical principles and invited to determine how those might be relevant to the business world in a variety of circumstances. A case study approach will be used throughout the course, with various forms of group work, writing exercises, and video supplements involved at various stages.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 405 - Principles of Advertising
A broad study of mass-media advertising, including its planning, creation, targeting and implementation. The course reviews advertising in all media operations and attempts to lead students through as much practical application as possible.
Prerequisites: BU 305 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4 cr.
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BU 407 - Sports Marketing
Provides the aspiring sport manager with an overview of the major marketing issues facing the sport industry. Course content focuses on developing basic knowledge and understanding of sport marketing and sponsorship for education, recreational and professional settings. Attention is given to the history of sport marketing, principles of marketing applied to the sport industry, sport consumer behavior, research tools, corporate sponsorship, and evaluation of sport marketing programs.
Prerequisites: BU 305
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 409 - Business and Public Policy
This course will critically analyze the environment in which contemporary American business operates, the impacts which public policy has on the day-to-day management and strategic direction of business, and the historical contribution of business to American society. It will also provide a framework for addressing a number of ethical and social issues which managers of businesses must face on an ongoing basis.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 411 - Consumer Behavior
The purpose of this course is to examine the basic concepts underlying consumer behavior with the goal of understanding how these concepts can be applied in analyzing marketing problems. The course will apply principles and research from the social sciences (on such topics as attention and perception, memory, motivation, attitudes, decision making, learning, and social influences) to marketing problems such as positioning, communication, and relationships with customers.
Prerequisites: BU 305
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 415 - Federal Income Taxation
Stresses the preparation and planning of federal income tax returns for individuals and introduces federal income taxation of businesses. Students learn to compute tax liability and to reduce that liability using the opportunities available in the Internal Revenue Code.
Prerequisites: At least Junior standing.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 443 - International Marketing
Reviews the way foreign markets can differ from the American market in terms of economic, social, and political conditions. Focuses on the elements of the marketing mix, and how an American firm operating abroad must adapt them to reflect the unique characteristics of the foreign market. Students will prepare an international marketing plan for a chosen product in a specific foreign market.
Prerequisites: BU 271 or BU 305.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Optional Applied Language Component (one credit).
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BU 445 - Cross-Cultural Management
Examines some of the internal issues and problems faced by a multi-national firm. Focus is on cultural sensitivity and multi-cultural exposure. Students consider the challenges of organizing and managing a multi-national company. They also examine the important assets of a firm as it strives to be an effective economic force across behaviorally and culturally diverse areas of the world.
Prerequisites: BU 271 or BU 303.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Optional Applied Language Component (one credit).
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BU 450 - Seminar in Accounting
Explores advanced theory, accounting literature, the development of accounting standards, professional behavior, and other areas of interest through presentations, contemporary readings, discussions, and a research project.
Prerequisites: BU 351, BU 451.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 451 - Auditing
Studies the procedures and operations used by Certified Public Accountants to determine and report to the public on the fairness of a business’s financial statement presentation.
Prerequisites: BU 223 and Senior standing.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 453 - Topics in Accounting
Demonstrates the working of complex accounting problems, fortified by a concentrated review of basic accounting concepts to familiarize the student with the CPA examination.
Prerequisites: BU 351, BU 451.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 457 - Commercial Law
Covers the Uniform Commercial Code and the law as it relates to the business endeavor. The course goes beyond the scope of Business 309.
Prerequisites: BU 209.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 461 - Business Policy and Strategic Management
The senior seminar explores the issues of strategy formulation and implementation from the perspective of general manger. It uses a macro approach to concentrate on the total business environment. Case studies, simulations, and the creation of a business plan are the classroom methodologies used to expose students to the skills necessary for setting realistic objectives, analyzing the operating environment, developing strategies on the corporate, business and functional levels, and translating those strategies into workable recommendations.
Prerequisites: BU 303, BU 305, BU 315.
Credits: 4 cr.
Misc. Notes: Open to senior business administration majors only.
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BU 490 - Special Topics in Business & Accounting
The practice of business administration and accounting are constantly undergoing change and modernization. It is important, therefore, to be able to respond in the classroom. In this special topics course, contemporary issues in business and accounting and topics of current interest are addressed on a one-time basis. Specific information about a topic being offered in a given semester can be obtained from the faculty member offering the course or the department chair.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BU 495 - Experiential Portfolio
Each Business Administration major is required to complete and document learning that has taken place in an experiential setting. This requirement is typically fulfilled by completing the Internship course (BU 499). This requirement can also be met by completing a thesis based on relevant experiences. The thesis is a portfolio which documents both the student’s experiences and the learning associated with them. It is completed under the supervision of a department faculty member.
Prerequisites: Senior standing.
Credits: 2 cr.
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BU 499 - Business Administration and Accounting Internship
Offers opportunities for supervised work experiences in the Burlington community. Interns focus on integrating theory and practice while developing skills required for success in a business environment. Internships must be set up the semester prior to their conduct. Students must apply through the college Internship Office and attend a dedicated practicum once a week throughout the semester. Internship listings will indicate toward which discipline the internship can be applied.
Prerequisites: A cumulative GPA of 2.7 and permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3 cr.
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CH 101 - Concepts in Chemistry
The classical principles of chemistry, applied to modern-day science and technology. Possible topics include food additives, drugs, nuclear power, plastics, and environmental problems. The laboratories provide students with the fundamentals of chemical experimentation, observations, and instrumentation, with an emphasis on everyday materials and experiences.
Credits: 3 cr.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Natural/Mathematical Sciences
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CH 103 - General Chemistry
A comprehensive study of quantitative relationships in chemical reactions. Topics include stoichiometry, atomic structure and periodicity, bonding and molecular structure, basic thermodynamic relationships, reaction kinetics and equilibria, acid-base theory, electrochemistry, and descriptive chemistry. The laboratory focuses on qualitative and quantitative analytical methods, and an introduction to synthetic techniques.
Credits: 4 cr.
Misc. Notes: Two-semester sequence.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Natural/Mathematical Sciences
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CH 107 - General Chemistry
A comprehensive study of quantitative relationships in chemical reactions. Topics include stoichiometry, atomic structure and periodicity, bonding and molecular structure, basic thermodynamic relationships, reaction kinetics and equilibria, acid-base theory, electrochemistry, and descriptive chemistry. The laboratory focuses on qualitative and quantitative analytical methods, and an introduction to synthetic techniques.
Credits: 4 cr.
Misc. Notes: Two-semester sequence.
Laboratory Fee: yes
Liberal Studies Requirement: Natural/Mathematical Sciences
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CH 204 - Organic Chemistry
A study of organic reactions with emphasis on functional groups, reactive intermediates, reaction mechanisms, and syntheses. The laboratory introduces students to organic laboratory techniques with emphasis on syntheses, qualitative analysis, and instrumental methods.
Prerequisites: CH 107 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr.
Misc. Notes: Two-semester sequence.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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CH 206 - Organic Chemistry
A study of organic reactions with emphasis on functional groups, reactive intermediates, reaction mechanisms, and syntheses. The laboratory introduces students to organic laboratory techniques with emphasis on syntheses, qualitative analysis, and instrumental methods.
Prerequisites: CH 204 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 cr.
Misc. Notes: Two-semester sequence.
Laboratory Fee: yes
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CH 301 - Quantitative Analysis
A laboratory-centered survey of techniques of chemical analysis including classical “wet” techniques and basic chemical instrumentation. Computer interfacing, spreadsheets, and statistical techniques for data analysis are emphasized.
Prerequisites: CH 107 or equivalent.
Credits: 3 cr.
Misc. Notes: Two laboratories and one class hour per week
Laboratory Fee: yes
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