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2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses

The listing of courses is as accurate as possible at the time of publication of the catalog. Please note that the University reserves the right to change requirements where changes are necessary to comply with Board of Regents policy directives, to meet external demands relating to accountability or accreditation standards, to reflect curriculum changes or substitutions or to implement evolving discipline requirements in major fields. For information regarding definition and assignment of credit hours and the level and numbering of courses, the University follows SDBOR policy 2:32 and SDBOR policy 2:8.
 

BADM (Business Administration)
  

  • BADM 370 - Marketing (C)

    This course introduces the student to the basic concepts and practices of modern marketing. Topics include marketing and its linkages to business, consumer behavior, marketing research, strategy and planning, product and pricing decisions, distributions and promotion decisions, marketing management, and evaluation and control aspects for both consumer and industrial goods.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisite: ECON 201.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • BADM 408 - International Strategic & Human Resource Management

    International Strategic and Human Resource Management is a survey course focusing on international aspects of organizational behavior and organizational theory, strategic management, and human resource management. Topics include understanding and managing across cultures, approaches in staffing, selection and training of managers for foreign assignments, international compensation, international labor relations, strategic planning for international operations, strategies for international competitiveness, organizing international operations, multinational corporations, and ethics and social responsibility in international management.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: BADM 369

    Credits: 3


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  • BADM 421 - Quantitative Analysis for Business

    Quantitative Analysis for Business involves the utilization of quantitative techniques and models as a potential means of establishing policies of the firm and for solving many of the problems of control that arise in the operation of a modern business enterprise. It is concerned with the contribution of mathematical and statistical technology to the very important area of managerial decision-making under conditions of risk and uncertainty. Elective for business students who have completed BADM 321.  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: BADM 220 or MATH 281 or STAT 281, and BADM 321

    Note
    Elective for Business students who have completed BADM 321

    Credits: 3


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  • BADM 425 - Production/Operations Management (C)

    This course studies the basic tools of operations management with emphasis on decision-making models in production and planning. Such topics as decision theory, production planning and control, inventory control, materials requirement planning, project management, and quality control are covered.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: BADM 220 or MATH/STAT 281, and BADM 321

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • BADM 438 - Entrepreneurship II (C)

    This course focuses on the process of screening an opportunity, drafting a personal entrepreneurial strategy, and understanding the business plan writing process. Building the entrepreneurial team and the acquisition and management of financial resources are emphasized along with venture growth, harvest strategies, and valuation.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Cross-listed: ENTR 438

    Credits: 3


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  • BADM 482 - Business Policy and Strategy (C)

    This course is designed to develop an understanding of strategy formulation, implementation, and evaluation. It involves integrating all functional areas of business, analyzing the environment in which the firm operates, and choosing strategies that enable the firm to meet its objectives.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: BADM 310 and 350 and 370; BADM 360 or 369

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • BADM 488 - International Business and Economic Studies

    International Business and Economic Studies is a study tour, lasting about one month, of at least four European countries. Students will attend daily briefings at businesses, labor unions, government agencies and international institutions to learn about the importance of international business and economics to South Dakota and to their careers.

    Credits: 1-6


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  • BADM 489 - Business Plan Writing and Competition (C)

    Students will write a business plan and present it to a panel of faculty and business community members. The top three business plan presenters will move on to a statewide competition.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Cross-listed: ENTR 489

    Credits: 1


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  • BADM 490 - Seminar (C)

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as Internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • BADM 491 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-4


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  • BADM 492 - Topics (C)

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-4


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  • BADM 494 - Internship (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Permission of the school and the company or agency involved, business majors in good standing who have completed junior level courses

    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-12


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  • BADM 495 - Practicum (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: BADM 369

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • BADM 498 - Undergrad Research/Scholarship (C)

    Includes senior project, and capstone experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 0-12


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BLAW (Business Law)
  

  • BLAW 351 - Business Law (C)

    This course involves a thorough study of the law of contracts, sales, product liability, agency, corporations and other selected topics.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: BADM 350

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • BLAW 431 - Risk Analysis and Insurance (C)

    This course is a study of the management of non-speculative risks and the management devices available for dealing with them. Emphasis is placed on insurance as a tool for managing risks by individuals and businesses.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • BLAW 433 - Real Estate (C)

    This course is a study of real property interests including brokerage, law, financing, investments, appraisal, property development, property management and marketing.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • BLAW 452 - Commercial Law and Ethics

    Commercial Law and Ethics is the study of the legal and ethical aspects of commercial transactions. Topics covered include: secured transactions, commercial paper, debtor-creditor relationships, securities regulation, and real and personal property. Ethical and relevant international issues are integrated throughout the course. Additional topics may include insurance, wills, trusts, and bankruptcy.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: BADM 350

    Credits: 3


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  • BLAW 456 - Cyberlaw

    Cyberlaw is a study of the legal aspects of managing technology both in the workplace and cyberspace. The course will focus on issues relating to electronic commerce, technology, intellectual property, and the Internet. Social, legal, ethical, and political issues will be addressed with a global perspective.

    Credits: 3


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  • BLAW 457 - Business Ethics (C)

    This course is a study of the ethical implications of managerial decisions. Topics covered include the responsibility of the organization to the individual and society, the role of the individual within the organization, and ethical systems for American business. The course provides an examination and assessment of current American business practices.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • BLAW 458 - International Business Law (C)

    This course is a study of the legal framework in which international business in conducted. Competing national laws and court systems are examined with respect to international business transactions and the resolution of international business disputes. International commercial law, trade law, trade organizations, and coalitions are examined. Ethical, cultural, and diversity issues are explored.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: BADM 350

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • BLAW 490 - Seminar (C)

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media, such as internet, and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to 20 or fewer students.

    Credits: 3


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  • BLAW 492 - Topics (C)

    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.

    Credits: 1-4


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BME (Biomedical Engineering)
  

  • BME 101 - Introduction to Biomedical Engineering (C)

    An introduction to biomedical engineering that includes lectures and hands-on laboratory design projects. The principles of problem definition, engineering inventiveness, team design, prototyping, and testing, as well as information access, engineering standards, communication, ethics, and social responsibility will be emphasized.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Corequisite: MATH 123 MATH 123 - Calculus I (C) [SGR #5, HSDC]  

    Must register with MATH 123 as a Co-Req or have taken MATH 123 and earned C or above.

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 1


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  • BME 101L - Introduction to Biomedical Engineering Lab (C)

    Lab to accompany BME 101

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 1


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  • BME 192 - Topics (C)

    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • BME 214 - Statics (C)

    The study of the effects of external forces acting on stationary rigid bodies in equilibrium. Vector algebra is used to study two and three dimensional systems of forces. Trusses, frames and machines, shear and moment in beams, friction, centroids, moments of inertia, and mass moments of inertia are discussed.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: MATH 123  

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T. Also EM 214 at SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 232 - Properties of Materials (C)

    A course in engineering materials and their applications. The different technological uses of metals, ceramics, plastics, and composite materials are discussed and explained in terms of their basic atomic structure, and mechanical, thermal, optical, electrical, and magnetic properties. Material selection in engineering design is emphasized.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: MATH 123  and [CHEM 112  and CHEM 112L  or ISCI 153  or ISCI 153L ]

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T. Also MET 232 at SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 300 - Quantitative Systems Physiology I (C)

    This course provides a quantitative approach to fundamental physiological principles and systems. Quantitative Systems Physiology I provides a rigorous overview of physical and chemical foundations in physiology, membrane transport, metabolism, and skeletomuscular and nervous systems.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: PHYS 211  and MATH 123  or MATH 125 .

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 301 - Basic Engineering Economics (C)

    Introduces the concepts of economic evaluation regarding capital investments, including the time value of money and income tax effects. Graduation credit cannot be given for both IENG 301 and IENG 302.

    Note
    (C) Denotes a common course with SDSM&T. Also IENG 301 at SDSM&T.

    Credits: 2


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  • BME 302 - Quantitative Systems Physiology II (C)

    The course provides a quantitative approach to fundamental physiological principles and systems. Quantitative Systems Physiology II provides a rigorous overview of the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, and endocrine physiology.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: BME 300  with C or better.

    Note
    (C) Denotes a common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 303 - Introduction to Biomechanics (C)

    Analysis of biomechanical systems at the macroscopic scale based on principles of statics, dynamics, and strength of materials. The biomedical applications of mechanics will be illustrated through analysis of the biomechanics of medical devices and implants, human body tissues, kinematics, musculoskeletal injuries, and the design application of prostheses and safety equipment. Emphasis will be placed on mechanical behavior (stress and strain), structural behavior, and injury tolerance of the human body.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: MATH 125  and BME 214  or EM 214 at SDSM&T. 

    Note
    (C) Denotes a common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 304 - Biomedical Engineering Fluid Mechanics (C)

    This course focuses on the static and dynamic properties of ideal and real fluids through the application of continuity, energy, and momentum principles to laminar, turbulent, compressible and incompressible flows.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: MATH 125  and PHYS 211  or permission of instructor.

     

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 305 - Biomedical Engineering Transport Phenomena (C)

    This course covers the theory and practice of mass transport phenomena in biomedical processes with an emphasis on molecular diffusion, membranes, and convective mass transfer. Application of transport to diverse problems and solutions on the molecular, cellular, organ and organism levels.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisite: BME 304  or permission of instructor.

    Note
    (C) Denotes a common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 306 - Biomedical Engineering Thermodynamics (C)

    Principles and applications of the three laws of thermodynamics with an emphasis on the fundamental equations of state for open and closed systems, reaction equilibrium constants, chemical potential, standard and reference state and solution thermodynamics. Apply fundamental thermodynamics principles to set up and solve problems in physiological systems.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: MATH 225  and BME 304  

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 307 - Experimental Design (C)

    Students will learn engineering skills in a hands-on, project-based format. The technical learning objectives of the course include introducing students to collection, analysis and interpretation of data; and the formation of meaningful conclusions from experimental results. Additionally, students learn teamwork skills and oral and written communications by working in teams throughout the semester, preparing frequent technical progress reports, and delivering oral presentations based on the project.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisite: CSC 170  and CSC 170L  

    Registration Restriction: Junior standing required.

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 2


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  • BME 307L - Experimental Design Lab (C)

    Lab to accompany BME 307.

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 1


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  • BME 308 - Biomedical Engineering for Global Health (C)

    This course will ask the question of how biomedical engineering can improve global health. This course will broaden understanding of global health concerns and how biomedical engineering can play a role in improving human health in developed and developing regions. This course will highlight innovative technologies and health-knowledge gaps to show how biomedical engineering can tackle some of the world’s most pressing challenges.

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 335 - Biomedical Technologies

    Disease models (animal and organoid) and host of cell and molecular biology techniques are routinely used in biomedical research. In this course students will learn how to develop protocols for working with animals as well at PCR, ELISA that comply with Good Laboratory Practices.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: ISCI 215  or [BIOL 151  and CHEM 114 ]

    Cross-listed: Also ISCI 335

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 335L - Biomedical Technologies Lab (C)

    Laboratory to accompany BME 335.

    Cross-listed: Also ISCI 335L

    Credits: 1


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  • BME 401 - Introduction to Biomaterials (C)

    This course will provide students an overview of the biomaterials field with the knowledge necessary for biomedical product development and biomaterials research and development. Students will develop an understanding of major classes of materials used in medical devices including metals, polymers, ceramics, composites, and natural materials. Topics include material properties, processing, testing, corrosion, biocompatibility, tissue response, and sterilization methods. Biomaterial applications such as dental, orthopedic, cardiovascular, drug delivery, and tissue engineering will be reviewed.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: BME 232  or MET 232 at SDSM&T

    Note
    (C) Denotes a common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 402 - Computational Biomedical Engineering (C)

    This course is intended for students interested in the crossroads of biology and computational science. The course provides the resources to use methods and software to solve computational problems.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: MATH 125  and CSC 170  and CSC 170L  

    Registration Restriction: Junior standing required

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 402L - Computational Biomedical Engineering Lab (C)

    Lab to accompany BME 402.

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 1


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  • BME 403 - Cell Biomechanics (C)

    This course provides the fundamental principles and concepts of biomechanical forces that develop in the human body and how they influence cell functions in a range of biological processes. Discussions will include viscoelastic theories, applications, and methods for studying biomechanics at the cellular and molecular levels.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: BME 303  and MATH 321  

    Note
    (C) Denotes a common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 404 - Biomedical Signal and Imaging (C)

    Introduction to the application of signal and image processing methodologies and tools in the field of biomedical engineering. This course includes a hands-on laboratory component, and the students will have opportunity to operate state of the art biomedical imaging systems, such as inverted phase contrast microscopy and confocal laser scanning microscopy.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: CSC 170  and CSC 170L  and MATH 225  

    Registration restriction: Junior standing required.

    Note
    (C) Denotes a common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 404L - Biomedical Signal and Imaging Lab (C)

    Lab that accompanies BME 404.

    Note
    (C) Denotes a common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 1


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  • BME 405 - Cell and Tissue Engineering (C)

    This course will introduce students to the basic concept of Cell and Tissue Engineering. Cellular engineering focuses on cell based therapies, while tissue engineering and regenerative medicine seek to repair tissue damages by engineering strategies. Concepts will include applied cell and tissue engineering in stem cell and cell therapy, gene therapy, biomaterials, and drug delivery.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisite: ISCI 335  or BME 335  

    Registration restriction: Junior standing required

    Note
    (C) Denotes a common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 405L - Cell and Tissue Engineering Lab (C)

    Lab to accompany BME 405.

    Note
    (C) Denotes a common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 1


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  • BME 408 - Biomedical Engineering (C)

    This course provides basic concepts in Biomedical Engineering. Topics covered include materials for biomedical engineering, cellular and molecular processes for biomedical engineering, biological sensing, and experimental design.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Cross-listed: Also dual list BME 508

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 425 - Medical Product Development

    In this course, students will learn how a medical device or pharmaceutical product is developed.  Case studies will be used throughout the course and emphasis will be placed on processes used to identify unmet medical needs, development of innovative solutions to meet the needs, regulatory strategies to guide product development, and manufacturing practices required to produce a product for both national and international markets.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 450 - Regulatory Pathways for Medical Product Development

    The Food and Drug Administration has developed several pathways such as Fast Track, Breakthrough Therapy, and Accelerated Approval that can be used to more efficiently move a drug or device through the approval process.  This course will explore the different pathways and how the FDA determines which products can use these alternative regulatory pathways to move medical products from discovery to market. Prerequisite: ISCI 353 .

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 463L - Biomedical Engineering Laboratory (C)

    This laboratory will introduce students to fundamental topics in bioinstrumentation and imaging, focused on the acquisition and monitoring of biomarkers and vital signs. Basic principles for the selection and appropriate use of instruments for solving bioengineering and medical problems such as cell culture, immunoassays, microscopy, electrocardiograms, and ultrasound, among others, are addressed.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Registration Restriction: Senior level standing required.

    Note
    (C) Denotes a common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 1


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  • BME 464 - Biomedical Engineering Senior Design I

    This course is the capstone course in Biomedical Engineering. Students will learn the engineering design process by applying knowledge and skills acquired in the undergraduate curriculum to devise a system, component, or process of biomedical engineering relevance to meet desired needs and specifications within constraints. Students will learn project management and technical communication skills. Students will prepare a design proposal, provide oral project updates, and prepare a final project report. Students will work in teams.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Registration Restriction: Senior level standing required.

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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  • BME 465 - Biomedical Engineering Senior Design II (C)

    A continuation of the Biomedical Engineering design sequence. Students will provide oral project updates, prepare a final technical design report, and participate in a Design Fair, including preparation of appropriate display material for the design fair.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: BME 464  

    Note
    (C) Denotes a common course with SDSM&T.

    Credits: 3


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CHEM (Chemistry)
  

  • CHEM 104 - Foundations of Chemistry for Educators [SGR #6, HSDC]

    Course covers foundational topics in Chemistry, including concept of the atom, molecules and salts, intermolecular forces, chemical properties, quantitative chemistry, chemical reactions, chemical energy, and organic and biochemistry. Intended to be taken with other science courses in the 104 series by students majoring in elementary education.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement:  SGR #6 
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Co-requisite: CHEM 104L

    Note
    Registration Restriction, CHEM 104 and 104L: ELED major.

    Credits: 2


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  • CHEM 104L - Foundations of Chemistry for Educators Lab [SGR #6, HSDC]

    Laboratory to accompany CHEM 104.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement:  SGR #6 
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Co-requisite: CHEM 104.

    Note
    Registration Restriction, CHEM 104 and 104L: ELED major.

    Credits: 0


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  • CHEM 106 - Chemistry Survey (C) [SGR #6, HSDC]

    A one-semester survey of chemistry. Introduction to the properties of matter, atomic structure, bonding, stoichiometry, kinetics, equilibrium, states of matter, solutions, and acid-base concepts.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #6  
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: MATH-101 MATH-114 MATH-115 MATH-120 MATH-121 MATH-123 MATH-125 MATH-281 MATH-ACT3 MATH-ACT4 MATH-SAT3 MATH-SAT4 MATH-ALG3 MATH-CALG1 MATH-CALG2 MATH-TRIG1 MATH-TRIG3 MATH-TRIG4 MATH-TRIG2 or MATH-TRIG5 Course corequisite: CHEM 106L

    Note
    Not intended for those needing an extensive chemistry background
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 106L - Chemistry Survey Laboratory (C) [SGR #6, HSDC]

    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 106.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #6  
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: CHEM 106

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 107 - Organic and Biochemistry Survey (C) [SGR #6, HSDC]

    A survey of organic and biological chemistry. A continuation of CHEM 106.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #6  
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHEM 106 or CHEM 112;
    Course corequisite: CHEM 107L

    Note
    Not applicable to a chemistry major or minor
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 107L - Organic and Biochemistry Survey Laboratory (C) [SGR#6, HSDC]

    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 107.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #6  
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: CHEM 107

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 110 - Chemistry and the Environment

    An introduction to chemical processes relevant to the environment.  Topics include global energy budget, albedo, greenhouse gases, chemistry of the stratosphere, chemistry
    of the troposphere, acid-base chemistry, aqueous redox reactions, interaction of gases with water, recycling, and energy.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite:  CHEM 106 and CHEM 106L or CHEM 112 and CHEM 112L Course corequisite: CHEM 110L

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 110L - Chemistry and the Environment Laboratory

    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 110.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: CHEM 110
     

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 112 - General Chemistry I (C) [SGR #6, HSDC]

    An introduction to the basic principles of chemistry for students needing an extensive background in chemistry (including chemistry majors, science majors, and pre-professional students).

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #6 
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: MATH 114 or 115 or 120 or 121 or 123 or 125 or 281 Course corequisite: CHEM 112L

    Note
    Completion of a high school course in chemistry is recommended

    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 112L - General Chemistry I Laboratory (C) [SGR #6, HSDC]

    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 112.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #6 
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: CHEM 112

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 114 - General Chemistry II (C) [SGR #6, HSDC]

    A continuation of CHEM 112. An introduction to the basic principles of chemistry for students needing an extensive background in chemistry.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #6 
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: Grade of C or better in CHEM 112. MATH 114, 115, 120, 121, 123, 125, or 281
    Course corequisite: CHEM 114L

    Note
    (C) denotes common course. Fall 2014 updated prerequisites.

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 114L - General Chemistry II Laboratory (C) [SGR #6, HSDC]

    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 114.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #6 
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHEM 112L Course corequisite: CHEM 114

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 116 - Honors Principles of Chemistry [SGR #6, HSDC]

    Honors chemistry. A continuation of CHEM 112. The theory and description of chemical change is considered in a course of selective content for the prepared student. Laboratory experiences are offered to introduce advanced techniques using discovery-based experiments.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #6 
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHEM 112 Course corequisite: CHEM 116L

    Note
    Lecture and laboratory components.

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 116L - Honors Principles of Chemistry Laboratory [SGR #6, HSDC]

    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 116.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #6 
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: CHEM 116

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 191 - Independent Study (C)

    Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.  The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans.  Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students.  Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Course offered starting Spring 2020

    Credits: 1-4


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  • CHEM 310 - Fundamental Organic Chemistry

    A course focused on topics in organic chemistry most relevant to the study of biological systems for students in pre-professional programs. Content includes organic nomenclature, functional group identification, reaction chemistry, stereochemistry, and structure/function relationships. CHEM 330 completes the organic sequence, a continuation of organic chemistry applied to biomolecules.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prereq: CHEM 114 or CHEM 116
    Coreq: CHEM 310L

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    Credits: 4


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  • CHEM 310L - Fundamental Organic Chemistry Lab

    Lab to accompany CHEM 310

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Coreq: CHEM 310

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 326 - Organic Chemistry I (C)

    A systematic treatment of the chemistry of carbon compounds, including nomenclature, structure-reactivity relationships, reaction mechanisms, synthesis, and spectroscopy.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHEM 114 or 116 or ISCI 153 Course corequisite: CHEM 326L

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3-4


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  • CHEM 326L - Organic Chemistry I Laboratory (C)

    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 326.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course Prerequisite: CHEM 114L, CHEM 116L, or ISCI 153L

    Course corequisite: CHEM 326

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 328 - Organic Chemistry II (C)

    A continuation of CHEM 326. A systematic treatment of the chemistry of carbon compounds, including nomenclature, structure-reactivity relationships, reaction mechanisms, synthesis, and spectroscopy.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHEM 326

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 328L - Organic Chemistry II Laboratory (C)

    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 328.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHEM 326L Course corequisite: CHEM 328

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-2


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  • CHEM 329 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory

    Additional laboratory experience in organic chemistry for Chemistry majors concurrent with CHEM 328. Organic synthesis and instrumental methods will be emphasized.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHEM 326 Course prerequisite or corequisite: CHEM 328

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 330 - Organic Chemistry of Biomolecules

    Structure and function of the major classes of biological molecules (carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids and proteins, enzyme cofactors, and nucleic acids).

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prereq: CHEM 310 or CHEM 328

    Note
    Term effective: Spring 2014

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 332 - Analytical Chemistry (C)

    Fundamental concepts and principles of quantitative chemical analysis including quantitative chemical equilibrium calculations and error analysis applied to the evaluation of experimental measurements and data.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHEM 114, CHEM 116, or CHEM 127
    Course corequisite: CHEM 332L

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 2-4


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  • CHEM 332L - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (C)

    Laboratory to accompany CHEM 332.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: CHEM 332

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-2


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  • CHEM 421 - Spectroscopic Analysis (C)

    Determination of the structure of organic compounds using spectroscopic methods.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHEM 328

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 429 - Advanced Chemical Characterization

    This course has a 2 + 1 lecture/lab format that provides a broad approach to the characterization of molecules and materials including: NMR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, powder and X-ray crystallography, computational chemistry, and microscopy (AFM, TEM, SEM).

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course Corequisite: CHEM 429L  Course Prerequisite: CHEM 326/326L and CHEM 332/332L

    Credits: 2


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  • CHEM 429L - Advanced Chemical Characterization Lab

    Laboratory designated to accompany CHEM 429.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course Corequisite: CHEM 429

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 434 - Instrumental Analysis (C)

    Theory and application of modern instrumental methods to chemical analysis.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite:  CHEM 230 or 332 Course corequisite:  CHEM 434L

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 434L - Instrumental Analysis Laboratory (C)

    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 434.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: CHEM 434

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    (C) denotes Common Course

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 442 - Physical Chemistry I

    A study of the fundamental principles governing the behavior of chemical systems. Topics covered in the two-semester sequence include thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, quantum mechanics, and statistical mechanics.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites: MATH 123 + [CHEM 114 or CHEM 326] + [PHYS 113 or PHYS 213]

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 444 - Physical Chemistry II (C)

    A continuation of Physical Chemistry I. A study of the fundamental principles governing the behavior of chemical systems.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHEM 442

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 452 - Inorganic Chemistry (C)

    Theoretical and periodic aspects of inorganic chemistry.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHEM 442 Course corequisite: CHEM 452L

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 452L - Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (C)

    Synthesis and characterization of inorganic compounds.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: CHEM 452

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 455 - Surface Engineering and Functionalization

    This course will provide an introduction to the fundamentals and applications of surface engineering and functionalization technologies. Course topics will include thin film deposition technologies, thick coating, and organic coating methods. The course will also introduce concepts on surface functionalization, coating characterization, and electrochemical surface modifications. This course is developed for both graduate and undergraduate students. Students enrolled at the graduate level will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled at the undergraduate level.

    Cross-listed: Dual list CHEM 555. MES 455/555 at SDSM&T.

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 472 - Chemical Literature Seminar I

    A seminar course on the chemical literature and scientific communication. Topics include searching for chemical information, critical evaluation of research findings, technical writing, and oral presentation of scientific results. Students undertake a comprehensive review of the primary chemical literature on a topic of interest to them.

    Credits: 2


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  • CHEM 474 - Chemical Literature Seminar II

    A continuation of CHEM 472. Students complete comprehensive written reviews of their literature research projects begun in the first semester, and present their results to the chemistry faculty in seminar and poster presentations.

    Credits: 1


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  • CHEM 482 - Environmental Chemistry (C)

    Examination of the chemistry and chemical processes of the environment, including the role of chemistry in current environmental issues.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHEM 326

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • CHEM 491 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-9


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  • CHEM 492 - Topics (C)

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-4


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  • CHEM 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship (C)

    Includes senior project and capstone experience, independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.
     

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 0-12


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CHIN (Chinese)
  

  • CHIN 101 - Introductory Chinese I (C) [SGR #4, HSDC]

    An opportunity to develop skills in everyday spoken Chinese. Emphasis will be on correct pronunciation, listening skills, and fluency.
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #4  
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 4


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  • CHIN 102 - Introductory Chinese II (C) [SGR #4, HSDC]

    A continuation of CHIN 101, except that 200 new Chinese characters will be introduced.
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #4  
    This course qualifies for High School Dual Credit: HSDC  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: CHIN 101

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 4


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CLHU (Classical Humanities)
  

  • CLHU 100 - Introduction to Philosophy [SGR #4]

    Introduces competing philosophical views of reality, perception, learning, and values, emphasizing their relevance to the contemporary world.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #4 

    Cross-listed: PHIL 100

    Credits: 3


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  • CLHU 101 - Medical Terminology

    Analysis of word formation with special attention to Latin and Greek elements in medical terminology.

    Credits: 3


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