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ARSS 188 Academic Retention and Success Strategies Credit 0
This mandatory Academic Retention and Success Strategies course is designed to empower students who are not in good academic standing to attain success in their academic, personal, and professional lives. This course, through established approaches of self-assessment, guided journaling, critical thinking case studies, assignments and examinations will provide necessary tools for proficiency development in essential study skills of reading, note-taking, test-taking, time management, writing and other skills needed to ensure student success. Students will also gain an understanding of university policies, procedures and regulations.
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Accounting |
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ACCT 200 College Accounting Credit 3
Hybrid/Online
THIS COURSE WILL PRESENT A SURVEY OF ACCOUNTING WITH THE FOCUS ON PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR USERS OF ACCOUNTING INFORMATION. This course will not satisfy any requirements for majors in the Department of Business, Management and Accounting.
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ACCT 201 Introductory Financial Accounting Credit 3
Hybrid/Online
Beginning study of financial accounting principles and concepts. Emphasis is on the conceptual understanding of accounting and its role in society. Practical applications of accounting concepts are demonstrated both manually and electronically. Computer spreadsheet applications are utilized extensively. The focus is on accounting for sole proprietorships. Prerequisite: A grade of “C” in ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , and MATH 109 . Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” in ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , and MATH 109 . Not open as free or program elective.
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ACCT 202 Introductory Corporate & Managerial Accounting/Hybrid Credit 3
Hybrid/Online
Financial accounting principles and concepts as they relate to partnerships and corporations are covered. Theory and practice applicable to income determination and asset valuation are considered. In addition, managerial and cost accounting topics are explored. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 201 with a grade of “C” or better.
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ACCT 301 Cost & Budgetary Control Credit 3
This course is a study of the basic principles of managerial accounting and the environment in which cost accounting information is developed and used for decision-making. Basic cost accounting concepts under job order and process costing systems and budgeting techniques are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 with a grade of “C” or better
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ACCT 302 Intermediate Accounting I Credit 3
Honors
The course involves an in-depth study of modern financial accounting, concepts, principles, practices, and the conceptual framework on which accounting is developed. The accounting cycle, adjusting entries, corporate transactions and the preparation of financial statements are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 with a grade of “C” or better
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ACCT 303 Intermediate Accounting II Credit 3
Honors
The course is a continued in-depth study of modern financial accounting as it relates to income determination, asset valuation, and stockholders’ equity. International and ethical implications are considered. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302 .
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ACCT 304 Managerial Accounting Credit 3
The course consists of a study of the usefulness of financial data and financial analysis in the management functions of planning, control, and decision-making. The course surveys the elements of cost, as well as the main aspects of the accounting structure. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 301 with a grade of “C” or better
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ACCT 308 Accounting Information Systems Credit 3
Hybrid
The course provides a basis for understanding, using, and controlling accounting information systems (AIS) as found in business organizations. The principle contents areas include documentation of accounting information systems; security, privacy and ethics; internal control systems, AIS and business processes. Prerequisites: ACCT 202 with a grade of “C” or above. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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ACCT 309 Financial Statement Analysis Credit 3
This course investigates the use of financial statements from the view of main users of these statements. Prospective users include investors, financial analysts, and creditors who have to assess the information content of accounting numbers and the predictive value of accounting data. Balance sheet and Income Statement Information, Cash Flow Statements, profitability analysis, and ratio analysis and interpretation are covered. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302 , with a grade of “C” or higher.
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ACCT 400 Intermediate Accounting III Credit 3
Honors
A continued in-depth study of modern financial accounting covering such troublesome topics as pensions, leases, deferred taxes, and foreign currency transactions. Prerequisite. ACCT 302 with “C” grade or above. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302 with “C” grade or better.
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ACCT 401 Advanced Financial Accounting Credit 3
Honors
A study of specialized problems in partnerships, consignments, installment sales, insurance, consolidation of parent and subsidary statements, mergers and poolings. Prerequisite: ACCT 302 with a “C” or better. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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ACCT 402 Federal Income Tax Accounting Individual Credit 3
Honors
The course is an in-depth study of tax provisions and planning for individuals. The basic procedures involved in the determination of income tax liability of individuals are performed. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302 .
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ACCT 405 Government and Non-Profit Accounting Credit 3
Honors
Accounting principles and practices for governmental and not-for-profit organizations are covered with specific emphasis on state and local government units. The course also focuses on accounting and reporting issues in private not-for-profit organizations, such as hospitals and schools. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302 .
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ACCT 407 Auditing Credit 3
Honors/Hybrid
This is a capstone course for accounting majors. Financial auditing principles, concepts and practices including professional ethics, statistical sampling techniques, and audit liability are covered. Work paper preparation and audit reports are an important part of the course. This capstone course in Accounting is taken during the final semester of study. Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing, ACCT 303 , ACCT 400 with grades of “C” or better. The use of audit software is required. A thorough understanding of financial accounting is required.
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ACCT 409 Forensic Accounting Credit 3
Forensic accounting deals with the relation and application of the accounting systems used to record and summarize business and financial transaction to a legal problem. This course encompasses both investigative accounting and litigation support, with emphasis on the following topics: protection and recovery of assets; investigating and analyzing financial evidence; developing computerized applications to assist in the analysis and presentation of financial evidence; communicating findings in the form of reports and collections of documents; and assisting in legal proceedings, including testifying in court as an expert witness and preparing visual aids to support trial evidence. Prerequsites: ACCT 302 with “C” or better. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302 with “C” or better
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ACCT 410 CPA Problems Credit 3
A study, review and analysis of the content, form, and scope of CPA examinations for the purpose of learning CPA practices and finding solutions to practical problems in various accounting fields. The purpose is to prepare students toward Certified Public Accountants Examinations. Prerequisite: ACCT 302 with a “C” or better. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302 with a “C” or better
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ACCT 412 Taxation Internship Credit 3
This course is an internship in personal taxation preparation that uses the knowledge gained in ACCT 402 in a field setting. Students will prepare tax returns in the VITA program sponsored by ShoreUp in Princess Anne. They will then write a reflective report on the experience. Prerequisite: ACCT 402 with a “C’ or better. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 402 with a “C’ or better
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ACCT 413 Accounting Ethics Credit 3
Online
This course provides major theories of accounting ethics, and applicable ethical decision-making models as well as opportunities for students to apply ethical models to real-world situations. Ethics coverage integrated throughout the course helps students understand this topic’s importance vis-à-vis accounting fraud and provides detailed coverage of the main signals indicating possible fictitious reporting in financial statements to help students learn what to look for. Prerequisites: ACCT 303 and consent of instructor. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 303 and consent of instructor.
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ACCT 498 Independent Study in Accounting Credit 3
The hours for this course are by arrangement with designated or individual faculty. Under the guidance of the faculty member, students conduct an intensive investigation of a topic within the field of accounting. A written proposal is required for approval. Projects typically include library research, interviews with operating and/or staff managers, and other requirements appropriate to the topic. One of the products of this project is a report. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302 with a grade of C or better and permission of instructor.
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Agribusiness |
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AGBU 223 Introduction to Agribusiness Credit 3
Honors
The course offers definition and scope of agribusiness firms and explains the characteristics of agribusiness firms. It also examines trends of their expansion/decline and explores career opportunities available in agribusiness. Prerequisite(s): AGEC 213 .
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AGBU 300 Internship I Credit 3
This course offers the opportunity to students to observe and participate in management operation at university-approved agribusiness firms. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing in Agribusiness. A written appraisal of theoretical and/or applied management, economics, or business concepts observed during the internship is required.
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AGBU 313 Quantitative Methods in Agribusiness Credit 3
Honors
Agribusiness problems will be addressed through the use of indices, graphics, budgeting, discounting, simulation, basic statistical measure, and micro-computers. Prerequisite(s): AGEC 213 and MATH 210 .
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AGBU 323 Agribusiness Management Credit 3
Honors
The course offers an examination and study of the organization, management, and operation of agribusiness firms with reference to the application of management principles for effective decision making. Prerequisite(s): AGBU 223 .
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AGBU 371 Seminar I Credit 1
A term paper with focus on economic, business or management analysis of current issues in agribusiness is required. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing in Agribusiness or Business.
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AGBU 400 Internship II Credit 3
The course offers the opportunity for students to observe and participate in management operation at University-approved agribusiness firms. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in Agribusiness. A written appraisal of theoretical and/or applied management, economics or business concepts observed during the internship is required.
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AGBU 471 Seminar II Credit 1
A term paper with focus on economic, business or management analysis of current issues in agribusiness is required. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in Agribusiness.
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Agricultural Economics |
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AGEC 213 Introduction to Agricultural Economics Credit 3
Honors
The course gives students an understanding of how economic theory is explained in the context of agricultural activities (i.e., production, marketing, and management). A specific attempt is made to combine descriptive materials with data on current issues so that students may see the relevance of agricultural economics studies in today’s world. Also discussed is the place of agricultural production and the food system in the context of the U.S. economy and well-being. Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 . Satisfies GEN ED Area II Discipline A: Social Sciences.
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AGEC 333 Agricultural Price Analysis Credit 3
Honors
The course combines economic theory, statistics, and data to describe, understand, and forecast agricultural price relationships and variation in agriculture. Specifically, it covers quantitative techniques developed to determine the factors causing price variation and to measure trend, cyclical, seasonal, and random price variation. Prerequisite(s): AGEC 213 .
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AGEC 413 International Agricultural Development Credit 3
This course is a multidisciplinary course which combines various aspects of agricultural sciences relating to globalization. These aspects include economic development theory, agribusiness management and marketing, soil and plant sciences, and animal science; research, extension, and education; and land and labor theories with a global perspective. Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 or ECON 202 .
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AGEC 419 Agricultural Cooperatives Credit 3
The course reviews basic philosophy, the fundamental principles, objectives, structure, and management of cooperative organizations. It also explains and evaluates the place of cooperatives in the modern economic history and legislations that affect them. Prerequisite(s): AGEC 213 .
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AGEC 423 Marketing Agricultural Products Credit 3
Honors
The course examines the characteristics of the demand for and supply of farm products; alternative marketing channels, services, and costs involved in marketing are explained. The characteristics of cooperatives, what they have tried to do, and what they have done, as well as their special problems in organization, finance and control of their business are also examined. Prerequisite(s): AGEC 213 .
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AGEC 433 International Agricultural Markets, Trade and Development Credit 3
Honors
The course focuses on international trade of agricultural products, including theory trade and monetary flows, national trade policies and world market structures for agricultural products. Impacts of trade on the domestic agricultural sector and the role of trade in agribusiness are also covered. Prerequisite(s): AGEC 213 .
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AGEC 443 Farm Management Credit 3
Honors
Farm management explores farming as a business, including factors affecting profits, size of the business, choice of enterprises, forms of tenure and leases, planning and management of specific farms, and principles and techniques of keeping and interpreting farm records and accounts. Prerequisite(s): AGEC 213 .
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AGEC 453 Agricultural Finance Credit 3
Honors
The course explains agricultural finance in agricultural firms and financial institutions, emphasizing financial reports and analysis, liquidity and risk, use of credit, and other financial alternatives to acquire control of farm resources. The sources of credit and acquisition of capital and decision-making are also explained. Prerequisite(s): AGEC 213 and ACCT 201 .
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AGEC 463 Agricultural Policy Credit 3
Honors
The course explains current policy issues, policy instruments, and choices in U.S. agriculture. Also, it describes the economic characteristics and problems of agriculture, evolution and significance of agricultural policies, the international dimension, and domestic policies that affect agriculture. Prerequisite(s): AGEC 213 and senior standing.
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Agriculture Education |
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AGED 313 Supervised Experience Programs Credit 3
This course is an overview of the job of the agri-science teacher and an examination of agricultural education programs for youth, with special emphasis on supervised experience practicums. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
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Agricultural Mechanization |
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AGME 283 Engineering Principles Applied to Agriculture Credit 3
The application of engineering principles to problems in soil and water conservation, agricultural power units, machinery, agricultural electricity, structures, and animal environments will be studied. Material handling and processing of agricultural products will also be covered. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
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AGME 313 Agricultural Surveying Technology Credit 4
In this course engineering principles and theory of surveying, care and use of surveying equipment, measurement of horizontal distances and angles, differential and profile leveling, topographic surveying, mapping, field notes and area measurement computation methods are examined. Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.
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AGME 334 Small Power Equipment Technology Credit 4
This course examines engineering design and principles of operation, adjustment, maintenance and repair of light horsepower, single cylinder internal combustion engines, with special emphasis on the use of operator’s service and repair manuals to determine specifications. Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.
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AGME 344 Agricultural Construction Materials and Procedures Credit 3
In this course, the selection and use of agricultural building materials, including concrete and masonry, lumber, plywood, finishes, and fasteners and proper safety and use of hand and power tools in agricultural construction will be covered. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
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AGME 354 Metal Construction and Maintenance Credit 4
This course covers the selection and application of ferrous and non-ferrous metals through autogenous welding, cold working and hot working processes in agricultural construction and maintenance. Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.
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AGME 374 Farm Tractor Power Credit 4
Principles of operation and service and maintenance of spark and compression ignition engines and auxiliary systems including hydraulics, power trains, electrical, and comfort control are covered in this course. Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.
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AGME 384 Agricultural Electrification Credit 4
The course covers principles of electrical distribution and wiring according to governing codes of single and 3-phase service, and the selection of electrical controls and motors for agricultural application. Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.
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AGME 444 Agricultural Machinery and Power Management Credit 4
In this course, selection, sizing and operational principles required in the use of agricultural field and farmstead machine systems, cost analysis, and computer techniques are applied to planning and management of agricultural machinery systems. Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.
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AGME 454 Principles of Animal Environment and Structures Credit 4
Effects of environment on animal production principles of environment control; feed handling systems; waste management alternatives; and planning functional, economical, and environmentally controlled livestock facilities will be explored. Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.
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AGME 490 Pre-Occupational Internship Credit 4
Students will spend a period of up to 12 weeks with an approved agricultural business firm in their technical specialty, working as directed in management related tasks. Prerequisite(s): 54 credit hours and permission of instructor.
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AGME 499 Special Topics Credit 1-4
This course requires a written report and an oral presentation of agricultural mechanization related topics. 1 Honors (H) courses: Students will be given more assignments, take home problems, term papers, and exams and quizzes than regular students. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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Agriculture and Natural Resources |
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AGNR 111 First Year Experience Seminar Credit 1
This course helps to prepare students for career opportunities, as well as assisting with professional development. It focuses on adjustments needed to succeed in college, study skills and test taking, crisis or stress management, and on understanding the significance of the land-grant system. This course is designed to acquaint students with current trends, pertinent issues, and modern practices associated with the various disciplines in agriculture and natural resources from a global perspective. Required of all first year students in the Department of Agriculture, this course substitutes for the University-wide 100 level course: First Year Experience Seminar. Satisfies GEN ED Area VI: Emerging Issues.
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AGNR 353 Natural Resources Conservation Credit 3
Students enrolled in this course are provided the principles of soil, water, sediment, and nutrient conservation and management. Application of the principles of land use, run-off and erosion control, and soil management practices including elements of the universal soil loss equation, are also discussed. Prerequisite(s): PLSC 184 and PLSC 185 or permission of instructor.
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AGNR 388 Exp Crs: Introduction to Biostatistics Credit 3
This course is an introduction to the use of statistics in the biological sciences emphasizing the relationships among probability, probability distributions, and hypotesis testing. Designed for sophomore and junior-level students, there are examples throughout the course taken from many areas in the life sciences, including genetics, physiology, ecology, agriculture, and medicine. Topics will include: descriptive statistics including various graphing methods, normality, measures of central tendency and measures of variability, probability, populations and sampling, principles of hypotheses testing, as well as common parametric and non-parametric tests. This course is specifically designed for students who are majoring in Agriucltural and Natural Sciences, but is open to any student interested in BioStatistics.
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AGNR 483 Principles of Geographic Information Systems Credit 3
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the applicability and use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS); students will become competent with ArcGIS ©, a GIS software package from Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI), Inc. Students will also learn the basics of data management, data accuracy, spatial analysis, and data presentation. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
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AGNR 489 Current Issues in Sustainable Agriculture Credit 3
Online
This course covers the principles, processes, and practices of sustainable agriculture in a changing, global climate environment. It provides a background for accomplishing sustainability and will include experiential learning activities such as decision cases at the regional, national, and international dimensions. Prerequisite(s): PLSC 184 and PLSC 185 , or permission of instructor.
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Agriculture |
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AGRI 288A Introduction to General Biotechnology Credit 3
This course is aimed at providing a bird’s eye of the broad areas of modern biotechnology with a short primer to modern biology that forms the basis of modern biotechnology. Broad areas of plant, animal, synthetic biology, systems biology, functional genomics, -omic sciences, nano-biotechnology will be covered.
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AGRI 301 Agriculture Seminar: Professional Development Credit 1
This course is an individualized preparation for entry into a professional career in agriculture. The course is to be taken during the spring semester of the junior year. Skills such as resume writing, interviewing for employment, and developing a professional image will be emphasized. The organization of information and the presentation of technical data through oral and written communication skills will be stressed. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 203 or permission of instructor.
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AGRI 400 Senior Capstone Experience Credit 3
This course will use a systems-based approach to assess students’ ability to integrate practical and theoretical scientific knowledge to address current environmental, agribusiness management, plant, soil, animal and educational issues and concepts. It will also provide an opportunity to evaluate senior level students’ critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills proficiency. Prerequisite(s): Student must have completed 90 or more credit hours.
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AGRI 483 Recombinant DNA Technology Credit 3
This is a laboratory course to introduce the basic principles of gene cloning. It gives essential background on working with E. coli, utilizes different cloning systems, and employs methods for PCR applications, methods and procedures for DNA sequencing. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of instructor.
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AGRI 490 Technical Writing in Agricultural Sciences Credit 3
Hybrid
This course is designed to cover analysis and practice of various forms of scientific writing, such as reports, journal articles, abstracts, mini-proposals, and personal statements. It includes research methods, design of papers, development of graphics, use of graphics and statistical information, technical style, ethics, and editing strategies. This course is intended to assist agriculture majors in preparing for graduate school and their professional writing needs. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 305 or permission of instructor.
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AGRI 499 Special Topics in Agriculture Credit 3
Students conduct research with faculty on prearranged topics. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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Agronomy |
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AGRN 333 Weed Science Credit 3
Weed identification, and action of herbicides, physical, biological, chemical and cultural weed control are covered. Safe use, handling and management of pesticides, including preparation for Maryland Certification, will also be emphasized. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
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AGRN 413 Global Agronomic Crops Credit 3
Honors
This course is an in-depth study of major field (cereal, oil and fiber) crops that are grown in temperate, tropical, and sub-tropical environments. Three hours lecture per week.
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AGRN 423 Plant Nutrition and Soil Fertility Credit 3
Honors
This course provides an advanced study of the interrelationships between soil type, mineralogy, pH, soil nutrients, and other nutritional aspects related to plant growth, development and production. The availability and supply of micro and macro nutrients in soil, as affected by the environment, and the use of organic and inorganic fertilizers on plant growth and nutrition will be a major focus. Prerequisite(s): PLSC 184 , PLSC 185 and SOIL 203 or permission of instructor. This course is cross-listed with AGRN 653.
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AGRN 463 Plant Genetics and Breeding Credit 3
This course deals with principles of plant genetics, cytological and genetic variation in crop plants, production and control of such variation in developing varieties and hybrids, crop improvement using biotechnology, methods of breeding self- and cross pollinated crops, and production and maintenance of high quality seeds. Prerequisite(s): PLSC 184 or permission of instructor. Three hours lecture per week.
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AGRN 499 Independent Study in Plant and Soil Science Credit 1-4
This course is designed for students with an interest in pursuing independent research topics in the plant and soil sciences. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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American Sign Language Studies |
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ASLS 203 American Sign Language I Credit 3
This course prepares students to develop expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language (ASL). The course will include the conceptual sign vocabulary and grammar from ASL. Satisfies GEN ED Area I Discipline C: Language.
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ASLS 204 American Sign Language II Credit 3
This course expands the knowledge of expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language (ASL) beyond knowledge acquired in ASLS 203 . The course will focus on structure, grammar, syntax, and vocabulary. Prerequisite(s): ASLS 203 , or proficiency evaluation. Satisfies GEN ED Area I Discipline C: Language.
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ASLS 307 American Sign Language III Credit 3
This course provides a more extensive knowledge of expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language (ASL). Emphasis is placed on cognitive preparation incorporating visual and motor activities. Exposure to other forms of communication used by individuals who are deaf will be introduced. Prerequisite(s): ASLS 203 and ASLS 204 or proficiency evaluation.
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ASLS 308 American Sign Language IV Credit 3
This course provides an advanced preparation of knowledge in expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language (ASL). Students become more sensitive to the experiences of the deaf consumer and have instructional activities which lead to the development of visual, spatial, and motor learning memory. Prerequisite(s): ASLS 203 , ASLS 204 , ASLS 307 and ASLS 308 or proficiency evaluation.
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ASLS 402 Orientation to Deafness Credit 3
This course provides an overview of deafness focusing on four major topics: the nature and experience of deafness, the education and training of children and adults who are deaf, the deaf adult community, and deafness culture.
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ASLS 421 Practicum in American Sign Language Credit 3
This course requires a minimum of 135 hours of direct interaction with the deaf community, a group of deaf individuals, or a human services agency providing services to the deaf. Prerequisite(s): ASLS 203 , ASLS 204 , ASLS 307 and ASLS 308 or demonstrated advance knowledge of ASL and permission of the Rehabilitation Services Program’s Clinical Coordinator.
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Applied Microbiology |
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AMIC 324 Agricultural Microbiology Credit 4
Instruction includes lectures and laboratories which apply general principles of microbial ecology, food microbiology, pathogenic microbiology and industrial microbiology as they directly relate to practical applications in the Agricultural Sciences. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 , CHEM 111 or permission of instructor. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
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AMIC 488 Experimental Course: Rapid Methods for Pathogen Detection Credit 3
Hybrid
This course will provide basic knowledge and practice al experience with alternative and contemporary methods for rapid detection, enumeration, isolation and characterization of foodborne and waterborne microorganisms and their products. In this hybrid course, students will perform experiments using conventional and rapid methods in the context of field and greenhouse studies on bacterial survival on leafy greens, tomatoes, melons for pathogen detection (presence/prevalence and identification. Good knowledge of Biology and Chemistry is recommended. Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing.
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Animal and Poultry Technology |
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ANPT 108 Veterinary Technology Orientation Credit 1
This course is designed to introduce students to the profession of Veterinary Technology. It will discuss the scope and range of possibilities for advancement within the profession. Several theoretical and practical aspects of the profession will be discussed. Classes will be conducted using discussions and hands-on exposure to techniques used within the profession.
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ANPT 110 Clinical Veterinary Medical Terminology Credit 1
This course is designed to prepare students to function in a veterinary setting by training them to understand and use important terms used in veterinary medicine. The origins of the term as well as their component parts will be discussed. A systematic approach to learning using discussion, practical applications and case studies will be used.
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ANPT 114 Introduction to Animal Science Credit 4
Honors
This course is an introduction to the interspecies survey of principles through scientific animal production including breeding and genetics, reproduction, nutrition, animal management, and the importance of animal products to consumers. Three hours lecture and three hour laboratory per week. Satisfies GEN ED Area III: Biological and Physical Sciences.
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ANPT 202 Practicum in Animal and Poultry Science Credit 2
In this course, students may gain practical management experience by working at the UMES animal facilities through a non-paid contractual agreement. Students may spend time in the aquaculture, swine, poultry and/or ruminant facilities. Prerequisite(s): Second semester freshman standing and permission of instructor. Course may be repeated, but credit toward graduation will be limited to two credit hours. Two hours laboratory per week.
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ANPT 210 Introduction to Veterinary Science Credit 4
This course provides a base knowledge of Veterinary Science by discussing topics ranging from the cell to surgery and provides a view of the practice of veterinary medicine that would be seen in a veterinary practice. The basic anatomy and physiology learned at the beginning of the course and as prerequisites will be applied as the course progresses when discussing nutrition, species differentiation in nutrition, infectious diseases, disease classification, zoonotic diseases, disease diagnosis, and surgery. As far as possible, Laboratory exercises would be conducted in a clinical setting. Prerequisites: ANPT 110 and ANPT 214 Prerequisite(s): ANPT 110 and ANPT 214
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ANPT 213 Introduction to Aquaculture Credit 3
Honors
The course covers an overview of the commercial aquaculture industry including shell and fin fish culture. Basic concepts include water quality management, reproduction, hatchery management, nutrition, disease control, processing, and marketing. Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
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ANPT 214 Animal and Avian Physiology Credit 4
Honors
This course involves laboratory and lecture studies of the basic anatomy of mammals and domestic fowl and how this anatomy relates to the physiological functions of tissues, organs and systems. Prerequisite(s): ANPT 114 or permission of instructor. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
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ANPT 220 Fundamentals of Veterinary Pharmacology Credit 4
This course provides fundamental knowledge of Veterinary Pharmacology by providing a solid foundation of understanding of Pharmacology. The course provides practical applications of new information and a review of concepts, calculations of dosages, and the enhancement of critical thinking skills. As far as possible, Laboratory exercises would be conducted in a clinical setting. Prerequisites: ANPT 210 and ANPT 214 Prerequisite(s): ANPT 210 and ANPT 214
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ANPT 223 Introduction to Poultry Technology and Management Credit 3
The course provides an overview of the poultry industry and how it relates to the human food chain. The basic concepts of poultry breeding, housing, management and production, processing, and marketing will be introduced. Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
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ANPT 301 Introduction to Veterinary Clinical Hematology and Clinical Chemistry Credit 4
This course provides an overview of Veterinary Clinical Hematology and Clinical Chemistry with the goal of understanding and applying the principles in disease diagnosis and treatment. The course will include sample collection, processing and the interpretation of results. there will be three (3) hours of lecture and two (2) hours of labs per week. Prerequisites: ANPT 114 , ANPT 214 , ANPT 210 or consent of Instructor. Prerequisite(s): ANPT 114 , ANPT 214 , ANPT 210 or consent of Instructor.
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ANPT 304 Reproductive Physiology Credit 4
Honors
In this course, students study the fundamental concepts of reproduction, including, comparative physiology, reproductive technologies, and management of domestic animal reproductive performance. Prerequisite(s): ANPT 114 or permission of instructor. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
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ANPT 313 Introduction to Animal and Avian Nutrition Credit 3
Honors
The fundamental concepts of digestion and metabolism of nutrients by animal and avian species are covered. Nutritional deficiencies and their requirements for various physiological functions are also included. Prerequisite(s): ANPT 114 , CHEM 111 , CHEM 113 or permission of instructor. Three hours lecture per week.
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ANPT 320 Zoonotic Disease Credit 3
This course is designed to provide an overview of Zoonotic diseases. The importance and effects of disease will be discussed. The fundamental concepts of disease and the possible outcomes will be discussed. Students will be introduced to the history of disease emergence and the development of control strategies. A variety of zoonotic diseases be conducted through lectures, audiovisual presentations, group discussions and group presentations. Guest lectures would be presented as time permits.
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ANPT 399 Internship in the Animal and Poultry Industry Credit 3
Offered as part of the student’s educational training, this course provides practical work experience and familiarizes the student with the operation and management of a commercial animal or poultry business firm. Faculty will aid students in identifying firms; however, placement is not guaranteed. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Three hours laboratory per week.
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ANPT 403 Advanced Aquaculture Credit 3
This course covers the fundamentals of commercial fish and other marine animal production, including basic principles of pond and tank production, management, nutrition and disease control. Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Course also offered as NRES 403 .
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ANPT 410 Anesthesiology and Post-operative Care Credit 3
This course is designed to introduce students to the unique discipline of anesthesia. the reason for and the functions of anesthesia would be discussed. Students will also be introduced to the physiology of the anesthetic process within the animal patient and the adverse reactions that could occur. They would also be introduced to preventive and remedial actions. Prerequisites: ANPT 108, ANPT 210 and ANPT 220. Prerequisite(s): ANPT 108, ANPT 210 and ANPT 220
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ANPT 413 Advanced Poultry Production and Management Credit 3
The principles and current practices in hatching egg production, incubation and hatchery management and commercial broiler production are covered in this course. Topics include broiler breeder management, hatching egg incubation, broiler housing systems, ventilation, heating, lighting, feeding, and health care. Practical experience in poultry production practices will be gained by putting classroom instruction into practice through operating the 10,000 bird broiler house on the UMES farm. Prerequisite(s): ANPT 223 and ANPT 313 , or permission of instructor. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
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ANPT 423 Wildlife Management Credit 3
In this course, students develop an understanding of the principles and practices associated with wildlife management. Emphasis is placed on research design, sampling techniques, and field research. Students practice field techniques, analyze results, and develop management recommendations as part of semester projects. Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Course also offered as BIOL 463 .
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ANPT 424 Animal and Avian Health and Diseases Credit 4
Honors
Students study parasitic, viral, bacterial and protozoan diseases of mammalian and avian species. Methods of disease prevention, control and eradication are also discussed. Prerequisite(s): ANPT 214 or permission of instructor. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
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ANPT 433 Livestock Production Credit 3
Ruminant animal production including breeding and selection, reproduction, nutrition, management production systems, herd health, ruminant wildlife and related technologies will be discussed. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
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ANPT 443 Horse Production Credit 3
Principles and applied practices of horse production, with emphasis on management, nutrition, health care, genetics and physiology are emphasized in this course. Prerequisite(s): ANPT 114 or permission of instructor (offered in odd-numbered years). Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
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ANPT 463 Dairy Production Credit 3
Applied dairy science with emphasis on genetics, nutrition and feeding, lactation, physiology and management, and marketing systems for dairy products are topics covered in this course. Prerequisite(s): ANPT 114 or permission of instructor (offered even-numbered years). Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
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ANPT 473 Swine Production Credit 3
Modern, applied aspects of swine production including breeding and selection, reproduction and artificial insemination, nutrition and feeding, environmental aspects of housing and management, production systems, herd health, and pork products and their value in the human diet. Prerequisite(s): ANPT 304 , ANPT 313 or permission of instructor. Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
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ANPT 499 Special Topics in Animal and Poultry Science Credit 1-5
This course includes individualized research and study of a problem in the student’s area of interest done in cooperation with an ANPT faculty member. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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ARAB 101 Fundamentals of Arabic I Credit 3
This course provides for the acquisition of basic skills in the language through drills in pronunciation, grammar, and translation. Laboratory work is required. Satisfies GEN ED Area I Discipline C: Language.
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ARAB 102 Fundamentals of Arabic II Credit 3
Fundamentals of Arabic II is a continuation of ARAB 101 . This course provides for the acquisition of basic skills in the language through drills in pronunciation, grammar, and translation. Prerequisite(s): ARAB 101 . Laboratory work is required. Satisfies GEN ED Area: I-C Language.
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ARTS 100 First Year Experience Credit 1
This course provides an opportunity for students to make a seamless transition from high school to college. Essential skills for transition will be explored and discussed. This course will assist students in developing cognitive skills and will assist them in adjusting personally and socially to the college environment. This course will enable first-year students to develop creative and critical thinking skills, and information literacy skills needed to facilitate a successful transition from high school to university. Additionally, this course shall facilitate self-awareness and interpersonal skills. In addition to providing information needed for student success at the University, this course serves as a conduit for students entering into the field of Applied Design. Students will be provided with prerequisite needed to make a successful transition into the Fine Arts Major. The course will develop interpersonal and conflict resolution skills providing academic, personal, social, and emotional adjustment. Prerequisite(s): Applied Design Majors Only. Satisfies GEN ED Area VI: Emerging Issues.
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ARTS 101 Exploration of the Visual Arts Credit 3
Online
This is a philosophical course in the nature of Art designed to acquaint the student with the complex phenomena that makes up the art of our time, ranging from prehistory to the present. Emphasis is placed primarily upon the visual arts of painting, drawing, sculpture, potters, and the graphic arts. The course features specifically, the nature of visual form, the art object, the material and process by which it was formed and the creative process. Field trips are a requirement. In addition to all the other class requirements, honors students will be required to spend an additional 15 to 20 hours on a field research assignment. Please consult with instructor for additional details. Note: Honors sections are restricted to students in the Honors Program. Field trips are a requirement. OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS. Satisfies GEN ED Area I Discipline A: Arts.
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