Botany Chemistry NS160. Local Flora (4) S Classification and identification of higher plant forms found in Utah. Three lectures and one lab a week. This class cannot be used to fulfill requirements for a major or a minor. 283. Readings in Botany (1) A, W, S Cannot be repeated. 289. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) A, W, S Open to all students in the Botany Department who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. The course objective for each student will be developed between the student, the department, and a suitable employer providing the opportunity for an on-the-job experience. Evaluation of course participants will be shared between the employer, student, and the department. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. 295. Elementary Field Botany (2) S Fundamentals of Botany as observed during field trips. Trips will be preceded by lectures and exercises designed to prepare the student for maximizing the learning experience in the field. Examinations will follow the field experience. 301. Indian and Pioneer Uses of Western Plants (4) A (Even numbered years) Use of wild plants by Indians, trappers, and pioneers of the nineteenth century Western frontier. Two lectures and one 3-hour laboratory each week, plus two field trips. 310. Plant Anatomy (5) A The development of tissues and the structure of higher plants. Prerequisites: Botany 111. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. 320. Plant Physiology (5) W A study of the physiological processes of plants, including carbon metabolism, mineral assimilation, water relations, and phytohormones. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisites: Bot 111 and Chem NS 112 or 311. 321. Soils (5) A Fundamentals of soils as related to farm, forest, and garden soils; emphasizes soil formation, classification, fertility, and management. Prerequisite: Chem NS111 or NS121 or currently enrolled. Four lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. 322. Plant Propagation and Growth (4) W (Odd numbered years) Principles and techniques of plant propagation, including both sexual and asexual methods such as seeds, bulbs, cuttings, grafting, and budding. Prerequisite: Botany 111. Three lectures and one 3- hour lab a week. 330. Plant Genetics (4) S (Even numbered years) The principles of genetics as applied to plant sciences. Modem biotechnology as applied to plant breeding opportunities is explored. Prerequisite: Botany 112. Three lectures and one three hour lab per week. 340. Library Research Methods in Biology (3) W Methodology of library research including the use of standard sources, indexes and abstracts for scientific reports. Prerequisite: Engl 112 and Botany 111. NS341. Natural Resource Conservation (4) A, W, S Proper utilization and preservation of forests, soil, wildlife, and other resources. Four lectures a week. 345. Plant Ecology (5) S Nature and development of plant communities and their relations to the environmental factors controlling them. Prerequisites: Botany 112. Four lectures and one lab a week. 347. Plant Geography (3) W (Odd numbered years) Distribution of plant species and communities as affected by past and present climates. Emphasis on factors and problems of distribution. Prerequisite: Botany 111. Three lectures a week. 350. Mycology (5) S (Odd numbered years) Structure, taxonomy and physiology of the fungi with emphasis upon forms important in agriculture, industry, and medicine. Prerequisites: Botany 111, 112 or Micro NS 111. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. 351. Algology (5) A (Even numbered years) A study of the biology of algae, their morphology, cytology, development, taxonomy, ecology, economic and experimental uses. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisite: Botany 112. 352. Marine Biology (4) W (Even numbered years) A study of marine biology and ecology, relating to the plant and animal populations to the sea of their various habitats, including the pelagic environment, the sea bottom, sea shores, and estuaries. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisites: Botany 111 and Zool NS160. Botany 112 recommended. 362. Taxonomy of Vascular Plants (5) S A study of the basic principles and concepts of vascular plant systematics with emphasis on the identification and classification of flowering plants. Prerequisite: Botany 111. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. 364. Intermountain Flora (5) A (Odd numbered years) A taxonomic and ecological study of mountain, desert, marsh, and aquatic plants. Emphasizes important plants for range and wildlife. Prerequisite: Botany 111. Two lectures and two 3-hour labs a week plus field trips to be arranged. 411. Plant Form and Reproduction (5) S (Odd numbered years) The development and reproduction of the Bryophytes and the vascular plants. Prerequisites: Botany 112. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. 480. Individual Research (1-5) A, W, S Credit to be arranged. Prerequisite: Botany 498. 483. Readings in Botany (1-5) A, W, S Prerequisites: Two upper division Botany courses. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) A continuation of Botany Department Cooperative Work Experience. Open to all students. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. 495. Advanced Field Botany (1-5) W, S A concentrated study of the flora of a specific geographical region or an extended, organized field trip under supervision. The course involves extensive pre- and post-trip exercises and evaluation. Prerequisite: At least one upper division Botany course and specified courses selected by the instructor for a specific field trip as indicated in the schedule, and with consent of the instructor. 498. Research Design (2) W A basic course in the design of scientific experiments and the application of the scientific method to same. Prerequisite: Minimum of two upper division Botany classes. 499. Seminar in Botany (1) S Literature research and discussion. Prerequisite: Minimum of two upper division Botany courses and Botany 498. 503. Botany for Teachers (3-5) A, W, S Science content course for teachers in the M.Ed. Science Emphasis Program. To register, select another departmental course and develop a contract detailing additional work required for graduate credit. Course may be repeated. Contract must be approved by instructor, department chair, and Director of the Master of Education Program. DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY Chair: Spencer L. Seager Location: Science Lab, Room 502M Telephone Contact: Karen Miller 626-6952 Professors: Robert Beishline, E. Park Guymon, Helen J. James, Bryant A. Miner, Spencer L. Seager, Michael R. Slabaugh, Robert B. Smith, H. Stephen Stoker, Edward Walker, Garth L.Welch. Associate Professors: Barry A. Lloyd Description The Department of Chemistry is approved and certified by the American Chemical Society. Two options are offered which lead to the bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree in Chemistry. Option 1 meets all the requirements of the ACS and the graduates' names are submitted to the ACS and certified by the department. Option 2 does not meet the requirements of the ACS, but provides a good foundation in chemistry. It is suitable for such students as pre-med, pre-dental, etc., who need a sound chemical background. Option 2 can be completed in two academic years after the completion of freshman chemistry. A teaching major leading to the bachelor of science degree in Secondary Education, a departmental minor, and a teaching minor are also available. A two-year chemical technician program is also offered. This program, leading to an associate of applied science degree or a certificate of skill proficiency, is designed to emphasize skills required for employment as a technician in chemical laboratories. Education The Chemistry curriculum provides a sound foundation in both the facts and principles of chemistry. Physics and mathematics are emphasized since these subjects are essential to an adequate understanding of chemistry. Chem NS 111, NS 112, NS 113 is a series for students who will take chemistry for one year or less. Chem NS121, NS122, 123 is the beginning sequence for students majoring in areas which require more than one year of chemistry. A maximum of 15 quarter hours in Chem 111-113 and 121-123 will be accepted toward fulfilling graduation requirements. Information Student Services Interdisc. Programs Allied Health Sciences Arts& Humanities Business & Economics Education Natural Sciences Social Sciences Technology 176 177 Continuing Education