COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES
(www.clas.uncc.edu)

BIOLOGY
(www.bioweb.uncc.edu)

The biological sciences are important in many areas of human endeavor encompassing wide ranging career opportunities in medicine and allied health professions, education, environment, research, and industry. The Department of Biology offers undergraduate programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree and the Bachelor of Science degree. The B.A. degree provides a firm foundation in the basic principles of biology as background to understanding the biological world, and as preparation for many careers, such as medical/pharmaceutical sales; while the B.S. degree provides opportunity for advanced studies in academic or professional programs. The minor in Biology is offered for students who desire some experience in biology as an adjunct to their major.

Biology programs can be tailored to fit the individual student's needs and interests. Through course selection, the student can emphasize many areas within biology: plant sciences, including horticulture, systematics, and plant physiology and ecology; animal sciences, which include behavior, morphology and physiology; microbial science, including virology and microbial physiology; cellular/molecular studies, such as genetics, development, immunology and biotechnology; and environmental sciences, including ecology and evolution. Opportunities for individualized instruction occur at every level from undergraduate research and tutorials with faculty in the junior and senior courses to honors research projects in the senior year. A program in medical technology is offered in cooperation with other institutions.

Students planning to declare a major in Biology must earn a C or better in the lecture part (3 hours) of BIOL 2120, BIOL 2130, CHEM 1251, and CHEM 1252 before being accepted into the major. Students who plan to be Biology majors but have not completed this requirement will be listed as "pre-biology majors" (PBIO) by the registrar.

A student who has two successive semesters with a cumulative GPA in Biology of less than 2.0 is ineligible for continuation in bachelors degree programs in Biology.

BACHELOR OF ARTS

A major in Biology leading to the B.A. degree consists of 32 semester hours of biology including:

1.) Core sequence of General Biology I (BIOL 2120 + Lab) and General Biology II (BIOL 2130 + Lab)
2.) Four area courses: Cell (BIOL 3111 + Lab), Ecology (BIOL 3144), Genetics (BIOL 3166), and Animal or Plant Physiology (BIOL 3272 or 3273)
3.) Senior Seminar (BIOL 4600)

The B.A. degree requires a total of five biology laboratories counting the two required introductory labs. Additional requirements are CHEM 1251, 1252, and 2130 or 2131, with associated labs (CHEM 2131L is the required lab for CHEM 2130), three semester hours of mathematics (MATH), and three semester hours of statistics (STAT). At least 12 hours of biology must be taken at UNC Charlotte. Enrolling in any Biology course requires a grade of C or better in ALL prerequisites for that course.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

In addition to the 32 hours of biology required for the B.A. degree, a student working toward the B.S. degree is required to take 12 additional hours in biology for a total of 44 hours, two additional biology laboratories for a total of seven, CHEM 2131 and 2132 with associated laboratories, PHYS 1101, 1102 and associated labs, and three additional hours of mathematics (MATH).

SUGGESTED CURRICULUM FOR B.A. OR B.S. IN BIOLOGY

Following is the sequence in which required courses should be taken, even if they are not taken during the year indicated:

Freshman year: BIOL 2120 + BIOL 2120L and BIOL 2130 + BIOL 2130L; CHEM 1251 + CHEM 1251L and CHEM 1252 + CHEM 1252L

Sophomore year: CHEM 2130 (B.A. only) or 2131 + CHEM 2131L; BIOL 3111 + BIOL 3111L, BIOL 3144, and BIOL 3166; STAT 1221; for B.S. CHEM 2132 + CHEM 2132L

Junior year: BIOL 3272 or BIOL 3273, then advanced electives of any number

Senior year: BIOL 4600 and advanced electives of any number

See the Department of Biology for a more detailed schedule for the four-year program leading to the B.A. or B.S., including schedules for each of the options.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
WITH AN OPTION IN CELL BIOLOGY/PHYSIOLOGY

The B.S. in Biology with an option in Cell Biology/Physiology consists of 44 hours. These include the core biology courses, General Biology I (BIOL 2120, BIOL 2120L) and General Biology II (BIOL 2130, BIOL 2130L); the four area courses, Cell (BIOL 3111), Ecology (BIOL 3144), Genetics (BIOL 3166), and Plant or Animal Physiology (BIOL 3272 or 3273); and Senior Seminar (BIOL 4600). In addition, a physiology lab (BIOL 3272L or BIOL 3273L) must be taken. Three additional laboratories from among the area courses or track electives must also be taken to complete the requirements of the B.S. The track also requires that students choose one course from each of the following areas: (1) Subcellular* topics, (2) Structure and Function*, and (3) Advanced Physiology*. Consult the Department of Biology for a current list of approved courses in these areas. A minimum of nine additional hours should be chosen, in consultation with an advisor from appropriate electives depending upon the student’s interests. Students are encouraged to take Investigations in Biology (BIOL 3900) or Honors in Biology (BIOL 4700, BIOL 4701) under the direction of one of the Cell Biology or Physiology faculty. Students are responsible for completing all of the chemistry, math, and physics courses required for a B.S. in Biology.

BIOL 2120, BIOL 2120L General Biology I & Lab (4)
BIOL 2130, BIOL 2130L General Biology II & Lab (4)
BIOL 3111 Cell Biology (3)
BIOL 3144 Ecology (3)
BIOL 3166 Genetics (3)
BIOL 3272, BIOL 3272L Plant Physiology & Lab
OR BIOL 3273, BIOL 3273L Animal Physiology & Lab (4)
BIOL 4600 Senior Seminar (1)
Subcellular topic (3)
Structure and Function (3)
Advanced Physiology (3)

Total = 32 credit hours

*Students must choose one course each from each of the following sub areas.

• Subcellular topics: Cell Physiology (BIOL 4171), Molecular Biology (BIOL 4199), biochemistry (CHEM 4165), Advanced Cell Biology (BIOL 4000), DNA Profiling (BIOL 4000), Biotechnology at the Workbench (BIOL 4000), Cellular Neuroscience (BIOL 3271).
• Structure and Function: Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (BIOL 4293), Medical Genetics (BIOL 4167), Systems Neuroscience (BIOL 3274), or Microbiology (BIOL 4250)
• Advanced Physiology: Immunology (BIOL 4251), Microbial Physiology and Metabolism (BIOL 4257), Endocrinology (BIOL 4277), Neurobiology (BIOL 4279), or Cardiovascular Physiology (BIOL 4000).

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
WITH AN OPTION IN ECOLOGY/ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY

A B.S. degree in Biology with an option in Ecology/Environmental Biology consists of 44 hours of biology including all required courses for a B.S. degree in Biology plus Ecology Laboratory (BIOL 3144L), Biometry (BIOL 4121), and Environmental Problems (BIOL 4000). Each student must take at least four courses in one of the following sub-areas of environmental biology. Students are also recommended to take ESCI 1101 and Investigations in Biology (BIOL 3900) under the direction of one of the environmental biology faculty. Students are responsible for all chemistry, mathematics, and physics requirements for a B.S. in Biology.

• Plant Ecology: Plant Systematics (BIOL 4221) or Field Botany (BIOL 3229), Dendrology (BIOL 4229), Microbiology (BIOL 4250), Advanced Ecology (4144), Field Entomology (BIOL 4000), Horticulture (BIOL 3202), Evolution (BIOL 4111), Soil Science (ESCI 3210).
• Animal Ecology: Invertebrate Zoology (BIOL 3231), Vertebrate Zoology (BIOL 3233) or Mammalogy (BIOL 4235), Animal Behavior (BIOL 4243), Wildlife Biology (BIOL 4234), Microbiology (BIOL 4250), Advanced Ecology (BIOL 4144), Field Entomology (BIOL 4000), Evolution (BIOL 4111).
• Environmental Assessment: Plant Systematics (BIOL 4221) or Field Botany (BIOL 3229), Environmental Biotechnology (BIOL 4000), Microbiology (BIOL 4250), Wildlife Biology (BIOL 4234), Limnology and Oceanography (BIOL 4149), Dendrology (BIOL 4229), Advanced Ecology (BIOL 4144), Soil Science (ESCI 3210), Hydrological Processes (ESCI 4140) or Fluvial Processes (ESCI 4155) or Ecotoxicology (BIOL 4000).
• Aquatic Ecology: Limnology and Oceanography (BIOL 4149), Invertebrate Zoology (BIOL 3231), Microbiology (BIOL 4250), Advanced Ecology (BIOL 4144), Hydrological Processes (ESCI 4140) or Fluvial Processes (ESCI 4155), Quantitative Analysis (CHEM 3111), Ecotoxicology (BIOL 4000).
• General: Course program to be arranged in consultation with the Ecology/Environmental Biology Faculty.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
WITH AN OPTION IN MICROBIOLOGY

A major in Biology leading to a B.S. degree with an option in microbiology consists of 46 hours of biology including:

1.) Core sequence of General Biology I (BIOL 2120, BIOL 2120L) and General Biology II (BIOL 2130 and BIOL 2130L)

2.) Four area courses: Cell (BIOL 3111), Ecology (BIOL 3144), Genetics (BIOL 3166), and Plant or Animal Physiology (BIOL 3272, BIOL 3272L, or BIOL 3273, BIOL 3273L)

3.) Senior Seminar (BIOL 4600)

4.) Core of microbiology courses: Microbiology (BIOL 4250, BIOL 4250L), Microbial Physiology and Metabolism (BIOL 4257), Immunology (BIOL 4251), Pathogenic Bacteriology (BIOL 4256), and either Bacterial Genetics (BIOL 4255) or Molecular Biology (BIOL 4199)

5.) Six credit hours from the following list of electives (at least one of which must include a laboratory): The Fungi (BIOL 4233), Virology (BIOL 4259), Parasitology (BIOL 4233), Advanced Immunology (BIOL 4291), Bacterial Genetics or Molecular Biology if not taken as part of the “core”, Recombinant DNA Techniques (BIOL 4168), Host-Parasite Interactions (BIOL 4000), Immunological Methods (BIOL 4000), Biotechnology at the Workbench (BIOL 4000), Honors Research (Microbiology) (BIOL 4700, BIOL 4701), and Undergraduate Research (Microbiology) (BIOL 3900)

6.) CHEM 2132 with associated lab, PHYS 1101, PHYS 1102 and associated labs, and nine hours of mathematics including STAT 1221

BACHELOR OF ARTS
WITH AN OPTION IN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

Upon satisfactory completion of training at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center School of Medical Technology, a student may receive a B.A. degree in Biology from UNC Charlotte. (It is possible to obtain a B.S. degree by careful planning with the advisor, although a B.S. degree will typically require a longer period of time than will the B.A. degree). The student must take General Biology I (BIOL 2120, BIOL 2120L), General Biology II (BIOL 2130, BIOL 2130L), Genetics (BIOL 3166), Microbiology (BIOL 4250, BIOL 4250L), Immunology (BIOL 4251), Animal Physiology (BIOL 3273), Seminar (BIOL 4600), and 16 hours of chemistry (CHEM 1251, CHEM 1251L, CHEM 1252, CHEM 1252L CHEM 2131, CHEM 2131L, and chemistry elective); have a total of 24 hours of biology and a total of four laboratories in biology at UNC Charlotte; and have a 2.0 grade point average overall and in the major at the end of the junior year. The student must have a total of 90 hours including 24 hours of biology at UNC Charlotte; the remaining 30 hours and eight hours of biology will be accepted from the School of Medical Technology. The final 30 hours counted toward the degree, and the last eight hours counted toward the major prior to entering a School of Medical Technology must be taken at UNC Charlotte. Gaining admission to the School of Medical Technology is the responsibility of the student. Additional information is available from the Department of Biology.

MINOR IN BIOLOGY

A minor in Biology requires 18 hours, including the BIOL 2120 and BIOL 2130 sequence or the BIOL 1110 and BIOL 1115 sequence and associated labs (only one of these sequences is allowed), other courses at the 1000 level are acceptable; a total of three laboratory courses; at least one three-hour course (not necessarily with lab) at or above the 3000 level; and a GPA of at least 2.0 in the minor. Students are responsible for meeting all Biology course prerequisites and corequisites. At least six hours must be taken at UNC Charlotte.

MINOR IN BIOTECHNOLOGY

The Minor in Biotechnology Program is an interdisciplinary program housed within the College of Arts & Sciences and is designed for Biology and Chemistry majors interested in careers in the biotechnology field. To obtain a Minor in Biotechnology, students will complete a series of required and optional interdisciplinary courses offered in the departments of biology, chemistry, and civil engineering, and complete a biotechnology-based internship in a regional government, industry, or academic laboratory. Students will have some flexibility to choose courses that reflect their specific area of emphasis within the biotechnology field.

Students must have at least an overall GPA of 3.0 and a 3.0 GPA in their major to participate in the program. The number of participating students will be determined by the number of available internship positions. Students will declare their intention to obtain this Minor by registering for the internship course, typically the beginning of their senior year. A maximum of nine credit hours applied towards a major degree program can also be applied towards the Minor in Biotechnology.

TEACHER EDUCATION

The Department, in collaboration with the Department of Middle, Secondary, and K-12 Education, offers a program of biology and professional education courses to prepare students for 9-12 teacher licensure in North Carolina. Students interested in biology education should declare this interest during the first semester of the sophomore year to obtain appropriate advising and prepare for formal admission to a teacher education program. Students should contact the secondary education advisor for teacher education within the Department, as well as the Office of Student Academic Services in the College of Education for information about the requirements for admission to teacher education, coursework, and the culminating student teaching experience. Additional information about teacher education may be found in the College of Education section of this catalog.

HONORS PROGRAM IN BIOLOGY

The Honors Program is a research program for students majoring in Biology. Students interested in this program and who meet the admissions requirements should contact the Honors Coordinator in the Department of Biology.

Admission. Students are invited to participate in the program during their junior year by the Department Honors Committee. To qualify, a student must have completed 60 semester hours, including at least 15 hours at UNC Charlotte. At least 36 of the completed hours must be in science and mathematics. Students must have a 3.4 overall grade point average. An Honors advisor and a supervisory committee are appointed for each student.

Courses. To graduate with Honors, a student must complete BIOL 4601 (Honors Seminar), BIOL 4700 (Honors Research I) and BIOL 4701 (Honors Research II) with a B or better in each of the three courses.

Certification Requirements. A cumulative grade point average of 3.4 or greater must be maintained. An Honors thesis is required and the student must present the results of their project in an appropriate forum.

COOPERATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM

Students majoring in Biology may obtain practical work experience while pursuing their degrees. The Cooperative Education Program allows qualified students either to alternate semesters of academic study with semesters of work experience or to combine academic study and work during the same semester. The work experience is arranged by the University Career Center and must be approved by the Department of Biology. Placements are based on a student's academic interests and on the availability of appropriate positions and are carried out under the supervision of a Biology faculty member who serves as co-op advisor. Work semesters are followed by participation in the Biology Cooperative Education Seminar.

CHEMISTRY
(www.chem.uncc.edu) 

Chemistry is a discipline fundamental to a wide variety of careers in industry, research, and the allied health fields. A strong foundation in chemistry is necessary for careers in medicine, molecular biology, biochemistry, industrial or government research, pharmacy, high school teaching, and chemical engineering. A background in chemistry may also be useful for careers in chemical sales, industrial management, business administration, and environmental management.

The Chemistry Department offers two B.S. degree programs approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS), two non-ACS-certified B.S. degree programs and a research based M.S. degree, which provide the background necessary for a career in industry or for further graduate studies in chemistry and related fields. In addition, a B.A. degree in chemistry is available for students who plan to pursue a career in chemical industry, teaching, or professional studies in areas such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and optometry. Degree requirements for the B.S., B.A., and B.S./M.S. degree programs are available online at www.chem.uncc.edu.  A minimum chemistry GPA of 2.0 is required in the B.S. and B.A. degree programs.

Students are urged to consult with their academic advisors every semester. Students should work with their academic advisors to develop a long-range plan for academic progress rather than merely selecting courses on a semester-by-semester basis.

Programs leading to careers in medical technology, pharmacy, and chemical engineering are available in cooperation with other institutions. Please see the Preparation for Professional Schools section in this Catalog for details.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

The B.S. degree is recommended for students planning to begin careers as chemists with the baccalaureate degree and those preparing for graduate study in chemistry.

A major in Chemistry leading to the ACS-certified B.S. degree consists of a minimum of 46 semester hours of chemistry, including CHEM 1251, 1251L, 1252, 1252L (or 1253L), 2131, 2132, 2131L, 2132L (or 2136L), 3111, 3141, 3142, 3141L, 3142L, 3695, 4111, 4121, 4133, 4165, one semester of 4695, one semester of 4696, and two semesters of 4900. Students wishing to pursue the non-ACS-certified B.S. degree (minimum of 45 semester hours in chemistry) replace CHEM 4165 with two credits of 4000-level chemistry courses that must be approved by the Chemistry Department. Related work in mathematics and physics must include MATH 1241, 1242, PHYS 2101, 2102, 2101L, and 2102L and two additional math courses: MATH 2241, 2242, 2164, 2171, STAT 3128, or a Department-approved math course.

All students who earn a degree within the College of Arts and Sciences are required to demonstrate proficiency in the foreign language of their choice through the 1202 level. Proficiency in a foreign language can be demonstrated in the following ways: (1) completing the required coursework at UNC Charlotte; (2) completing three years of the same foreign language in high school through level three; (3) achieving a satisfactory score on the foreign languages placement test; (4) through approved transfer or transient credit earned at other accredited institutions; (5) by transferring in with an A.A., A.S. or A.F.A. degree; or (6) a combination of the above methods (e.g., placing out of or earning transfer or transient credit for 1201 and completing the 1202 course, completing 1201 and placing out of or earning transfer or transient credit for 1202).

This requirement will apply to all students entering any degree program within the College of Arts and Sciences Fall 2005 and beyond. Students enrolled in the University prior to Fall 2005 but not enrolled in a degree program in the College of Arts and Sciences Fall 2005 and beyond will be subject to this requirement.

Although all students in the College of Arts and Sciences are subject to the 1202 proficiency requirement, students in select departments will additionally have to satisfy a proficiency requirement through the intermediate (2000) level. All students in the College of Arts and Sciences should consult with their major department to determine whether or not they are required to complete the intermediate proficiency requirement as part of their major or related coursework. The B.S. degree in chemistry does not require proficiency in a foreign language at the intermediate level. However, all students majoring in the B.S. program are required to satisfy the UNC Charlotte general education requirements.

It should also be noted that some graduate programs require a proficiency in a foreign language. Graduate programs in chemistry typically do not require proficiency in a foreign language.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
WITH OPTION IN BIOCHEMISTRY

A major in Chemistry with an option in Biochemistry requires a minimum of 44 semester hours of chemistry, including CHEM 1251, 1252, 1251L, 1252L (or 1253L), 2131, 2132, 2131L, 2132L (or 2136L), 3111, 3141, 3142, 3141L, 3142L, 3695, 4165, 4166, 4165L, 4111 or 4171, one semester of 4695, one semester of 4696 and two semesters of 4900 (or BIOL 3900 with special permission from the Department of Chemistry) culminating in a comprehensive written report; related work in mathematics, physics, and biology must include MATH 1241, 1242, PHYS 2101, 2102, 2101L, and 2102L, and BIOL 2120, 2130 and either 3166, 3273, 4171, or 4199, and two additional math courses: MATH 2241, 2242, 2164, 2171, STAT 3128, or a Department-approved math course. The B.S. degree will require the completion of a minimum of 122 semester hours of credit.

All students who earn a degree within the College of Arts and Sciences are required to demonstrate proficiency in the foreign language of their choice through the 1202 level. Proficiency in a foreign language can be demonstrated in the following ways: (1) completing the required coursework at UNC Charlotte; (2) completing three years of the same foreign language in high school through level three; (3) achieving a satisfactory score on the foreign languages placement test; (4) through approved transfer or transient credit earned at other accredited institutions; (5) by transferring in with an A.A., A.S. or A.F.A. degree; or (6) a combination of the above methods (e.g. placing out of or earning transfer or transient credit for 1201 and completing the 1202 course, completing 1201 and placing out of or earning transfer or transient credit for 1202).

This requirement will apply to all students entering any degree program within the College of Arts and Sciences Fall 2005 and beyond. Students enrolled in the University prior to Fall 2005 but not enrolled in a degree program in the College of Arts and Sciences Fall 2005 and beyond will be subject to this requirement.

Although all students in the College of Arts and Sciences are subject to the 1202 proficiency requirement, students in select departments will additionally have to satisfy a proficiency requirement through the intermediate (2000) level. All students in the College of Arts and Sciences should consult with their major department to determine whether or not they are required to complete the intermediate proficiency requirement as part of their major or related coursework. The B.S. degree in chemistry does not require proficiency in a foreign language at the intermediate level. However, all students majoring in the B.S. program (even those operating under the old general degree requirements) are required to satisfy the UNC Charlotte general degree language requirements.

It should also be noted that some graduate programs require a proficiency in a foreign language. Graduate programs in chemistry or biochemistry typically do not require proficiency in a foreign language.

BACHELOR OF ARTS

A major in Chemistry leading to the B.A. degree consists of a minimum of 32 semester hours of chemistry and must include the following core courses: CHEM 1251, 1251L, 1252, 1252L, 2125, 2131, 2131L, 2132, 2132L, 2141, 3111, 3695, and two semesters of 4695. Related work must include MATH 1241, 1242, and a complete sequence of physics courses selected from one of the following options: (A) PHYS 1101, 1101L, 1102, 1102L; (B) PHYS 2101, 2101L, 2102, 2102L; or (C) PHYS 1102, 1102L, 2101, 2101L. The remaining 3 chemistry elective hours may be selected from CHEM 3112, 3113, 3141, 3141L, 3142, 3142L, 4111, 4121, 4133, 4134, 4135, 4165, 4165L, 4166, 4167, 4171, 4175, and 4200. The B.A. curriculum can be tailored to fit the needs of students preparing for professional schools, a career in chemistry, and secondary teaching licensure.

Preprofessional. Students majoring in Chemistry who are planning future studies in medicine, dentistry, or other allied health professions should choose CHEM 4165 and take as electives BIOL 2120 and BIOL 2130. At least one additional biology course at the 3000 or 4000 level is recommended.

Chemistry. Students planning to pursue employment in chemical industry or other careers requiring a background in chemistry should choose CHEM 3113 (or 4111) as a chemistry elective.

BACHELOR OF ARTS
WITH AN OPTION IN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

3+1 Program: A student majoring in Chemistry may complete the departmental requirements for the B.A. degree in three years. Upon satisfactory completion of training in medical technology at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center School of Medical Technology, the student may receive a B.A. degree in Chemistry from UNC Charlotte. Gaining admission to an approved school of medical technology is the responsibility of the student. A maximum of 30 hours will be accepted from the school of medical technology. Four of these hours will apply toward the requirements for the major in Chemistry. The student must have at least a 2.0 grade point average, overall and in the major, at the end of the junior year. The final 30 hours counted toward the degree and the last 12 hours counted toward the major prior to entering a school of medical technology must be taken at UNC Charlotte. The student may obtain information from the departmental advisor.

4+1 Program: Carolinas College of Health Sciences now accepts students who have earned a 4-year degree and have met prerequisites for entry into the medical technology program. The 4+1 option is available for students at any certified medical technology school. Additional information is available from the departmental advisor.

TEACHER LICENSURE IN CHEMISTRY

To meet North Carolina requirements for secondary (grades 9-12) teaching licensure in Chemistry, students must complete at least 33 hours in chemistry including: CHEM 1251, 1251L, 1252, 1252L, 2131, 2131L, 2132, 2132L, 2141, 2125, 3111, 3695, 4165, 4165L, and two semesters of 4695. Students must also complete 12 hours of physics (including PHYS 1101, 1101L, 1102, 1102L, and a physics elective), six hours of calculus (MATH 1241 and 1242), and four hours of a biology or earth science course with laboratory (BIOL 1110 + 1110L or GEOL 1200 + 1200L). Students seeking teaching licensure should consult a co-advisor in the Department of Middle, Secondary, and K-12 Education in the College of Education for detailed planning of their professional education coursework. Licensure applications are the responsibility of the student and the Office of Student Academic Services in the College of Education.

MINOR IN CHEMISTRY

A minor in Chemistry consists of 23 semester hours of chemistry including CHEM 1251, 1251L, 1252, 1252L, 2131, 2131L, 2132, 2132L, either 3111 or 4171, and three additional semester hours at the 2000 level or above. A minimum GPA of 2.0 in the minor is required. Credit toward the 23 hour total will not be given for either CHEM 4695 or 4900. Special topics courses such as CHEM 3090 and CHEM 5090 may be included with prior departmental approval.

MINOR IN BIOTECHNOLOGY

The Minor in Biotechnology Program is an interdisciplinary program housed within the College of Arts & Sciences and is designed for Biology and Chemistry majors interested in careers in the biotechnology field. To obtain a Minor in Biotechnology, students will complete a series of required and optional interdisciplinary courses offered in the departments of biology, chemistry, and civil engineering, and complete a biotechnology-based internship in a regional government, industry, or academic laboratory. Students will have some flexibility to choose courses that reflect their specific area of emphasis within the biotechnology field.

Students must have at least an overall GPA of 3.0 and a 3.0 GPA in their major to participate in the program. The number of participating students will be determined by the number of available internship positions. Students will declare their intention to obtain this Minor by registering for the internship course, typically the beginning of their senior year. A maximum of nine credit hours applied towards a major degree program can also be applied towards the Minor in Biotechnology.

HONORS PROGRAM IN CHEMISTRY

This program is intended primarily for chemistry majors. It is a research oriented program. Details are available from the Chemistry Department and the department’s web page at www.chem.uncc.edu.

Admission. Consideration for admission to the program may be initiated by the student or by any faculty member. The Honors Committee of the Chemistry Department will formally approve admission. The student will formally enter the Honors Program at the beginning or halfway through the student’s senior year; however, students should inquire about the Honors Program prior to the end of their junior year.

Courses. Independent research and seminars.

Certification Requirements. To obtain a degree with Honors in Chemistry, a student must successfully complete at least three hours of independent research at the Honors level, one semester of the senior seminar at the Honors level, and prepare and successfully defend an Honors thesis based on research.

COOPERATIVE EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

Students majoring in Chemistry may obtain practical work experience in chemistry before graduation by participating in the Chemistry Cooperative Education Experience any time after the completion of sophomore year and CHEM 2132. A minimum GPA of 2.5 overall and 2.5 in chemistry is required. At least two semesters of work assignments must be completed concurrent with enrollment in CHEM 3500. Advisors will assist students to design a schedule that accommodates both work assignments and the upper-division chemistry courses which are normally offered on alternate semesters. Experiences are arranged in coordination with the University Career Center.

EARLY-ENTRY INTO CHEMISTRY M.S. PROGRAM

The Early-Entry program leads to completion of all requirements for the B.S. and M.S. degrees in only five academic years and one or two summers. In this program, students complete requirements for the B.S. degree and begin graduate coursework and research in their senior, or fourth, year. The Chemistry Early-Entry program is accelerated; that is, up to six credit hours may be taken at the graduate level and double counted towards both the undergraduate and graduate degrees. Students may leave the program after four years with the B.S. degree, or they may complete an additional academic year and summer of full-time study and research to earn both the B.S. and M.S. degrees in Chemistry.

B.S. students may be admitted to the M.S. program without entrance examinations if they have a 3.2 overall GPA and at least 3.0 in their chemistry, mathematics, and physics courses, have completed the standard B.S. curriculum through at least Physical Chemistry, and have taken the Graduate Record Examination. Students should consult with the Chemistry M.S. Graduate Coordinator about their eligibility for this program and to discuss requirements for selection of a research advisor during their junior year.

The application process and all the required documentation (e.g., test scores, transcripts, letters of recommendation) are the same for Early-Entry students as for other applicants to the program. The status of the accepted early-entry applicant is provisional pending the award of the baccalaureate degree. Early-Entry M.S. students will be expected to complete the requirements for the undergraduate degree by the time they have completed 15 hours of graduate work. Students should consult with the Chemistry M.S. Graduate Coordinator about their eligibility for this program and to discuss requirements for selection of a research advisor (typically done in the second semester of their junior year).

COMMUNICATION STUDIES
(www.communications.uncc.edu)

The Communication Studies program offers training in the practice and theory of communication across a variety of contexts. Among these are public communication, health communication, organizational communication, public relations, and mass communication. In addition, students examine specific types of communication such as argumentation, debate, and persuasion.

BACHELOR OF ARTS

Admission Requirements. Students matriculated at UNC Charlotte and planning to change to or declare Communication Studies as their major must have an overall GPA of at least 2.0, and no grade less than C in COMM 1101 or its equivalent and COMM 2100 or its equivalent. Students may attempt COMM 2100 a maximum of two times.

Transfer students from other institutions must meet all general requirements for admission to the University. Acceptance into the Communication Studies major requires that they have no grade less than a C in COMM 1101 or its equivalent, and COMM 2100 or its equivalent.

Matriculated and transfer students who do not meet requirements for admission to the program because of special circumstances may petition the Department of Communication Studies for acceptance into the program.

Pre-Communication Studies. Students who apply for the Communication Studies major are initially classified as Pre-Communication Studies majors until they meet the following requirements; cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher, and successful (grade C or better) completion of COMM 1101; COMM 2100, and either STAT 1220 or STAT 1222. Students matriculated at UNC Charlotte and planning to change or declare Pre-Communication Studies as their major must have an overall GPA of at least 2.0.

Degree Requirements. The program leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies is a 120 semester hour program, including 54 hours in CORE, concentration, and work requirements in the major, and 32-53 hours in General Education requirements for the baccalaureate degree.

Communication Studies majors must also complete either a 2000-level course in a foreign language course that uses the Latin Alphabet (e.g., French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish) OR a 1202-level course in a language that is not written in the Latin Alphabet (e.g., Arabic, Chinese, Greek, Japanese, Russian). Intermediate American Sign Language is accepted. Non-native English speakers may complete the foreign language requirement by passing ENGL 1101 and ENGL 1102 or the equivalent.

Core Requirements (24 hours)

All students complete 24 hours of CORE requirements designed to provide a thorough understanding of fundamental communication processes. The CORE requirements are structured into four major categories:

General Theory/Skills (12 hours)
COMM 1101 Public Speaking (3)
COMM 2100 Intro to Communication Theory (3)
COMM 2101 Introduction to Rhetorical Theory (3)
COMM 3101 Persuasion (3)

Research Methodology (6 hours)
STAT 1222 Introduction to Statistics (3)
COMM 3100 Communication Research Methods (3)

Macro Context (3 hours)
COMM 3120 Communication & Mass Media (3) or
COMM 3130 Communication & Public Advocacy (3) or
COMM 3141 Organizational Communication (3)

Micro Context (3 hours)
COMM 2103 Argumentation & Debate (3) or
COMM 2105 Small Group Communication (3) or
COMM 2107 Interpersonal Communication (3)

B.A. CONCENTRATIONS

Concentration Requirements (12-21 hours). Students must also complete 12-21 hours of course work in a specific concentration of study. Courses that are required within a particular concentration or used as electives within the concentration cannot simultaneously be used to fulfill CORE requirements. The concentrations are designed to provide students with the opportunity to pursue more extensive study in the communication context most relevant to their professional and social goals. Four concentrations of study are offered:

Health Communication (21 hours)
The Health Communication concentration is designed for students interested in studying the relationship between communication and the quality of health care received by the patients. Emphasis will be placed on the promotion and maintenance of health, the prevention and treatment of illness, and the improvement of the health care system through effective communication.

Students choosing this concentration complete the following courses:

COMM 3055 Topics in Health Communication (3)
COMM 3115 Health Communication (3)
COMM 4115 Seminar in Health Communication (3)
COMM 4410 Communication Internship (3)

Students select nine (9) hours from the following:

ANTH 3124 Food, Nutrition and Culture
ANTH 3122 Culture, Health and Disease
COMM 3051 Topics in Health Communication (2)
COMM 4410 Professional Internship (3)
NURS/GRNT 3115 Health and the Aging Process
HLTH 2101 Healthy Lifestyles
KNES 3260 Nutrition and Health Fitness
NURS 3104 Nutrition in Health and Illness
NURS/WMST 4191 Women’s Health Issues
NURS 4090 Topics in Nursing*
RELS/PHIL 3201 Meaning of Death
PHIL 3228 Healthcare Ethics
PSYC 2160 Intro to Health Psychology
PSYC 3130 Social Psychology
SOCY 4130 Sociology of Health and Illness
SOCY 4168 Sociology of Mental Health & Illness

*with approval of advisor

Mass Media (12 hours)
The Mass Media concentration is designed for students interested in the development and critical analysis of the media as a cultural force. Contemporary issues in media criticism are explored. Students may also receive limited exposure to media production.

Students choosing this concentration complete the following courses:

COMM 3120 Communication and Mass Media (3)
COMM 4101 Media and the Law (3)

Students will complete six hours selected from the following courses:

ARTA 2219 History of Photography (3)
COMM 2120 Black Images in the Media (3)
COMM 3052 Topics in Mass Media (3)
COMM 3121 Mass Communication and Society (3)
COMM 3880 Independent Study (1-3)*
COMM 4102 Federal Interpretation of the First Amendment (3)
COMM 4410 Professional Internship (3)*
ENGL 2106 Film Criticism (4)
FORL 3160 European Cinema (3)
FREN 4050 Topics in French Film (3)
GERM 3160 Survey of German Films (3)
HIST 3010 American History & Culture through Film (3)
JOUR 2160 Introduction to Journalism (3)
JOUR 3160 News Writing (3)
JOUR 3161 News Editing (3)
POLS 3104 Mass Media and Government (3)
POLS 3107 Political Influence of the Media (3)
RELS 3212 Film and Identity (3)
SOCY 2112 Popular Culture (3)
SPAN 4050 Topics in Film of Peninsular Spain (3)
SPAN 4050 Topics in Latin American Film (3)

* with approval of advisor

Organizational Communication (12 hours)
The Organizational Communication concentration is designed for students whose careers will benefit from an understanding of the communication processes that occur within organizational contexts. Students explore both the theory and practice of organizational communication.

All students choosing this concentration complete the following courses:

COMM 3141 Organizational Communication (3)
COMM 3142 Applications in Org. Comm (3)
COMM 4141 Advanced Org. Communication (3)

Students select three hours from the following:

AFRS 2201 Introduction to Human Relations (3)
ANTH 4120 Intercultural Communication (3)
COMM 2105 Small Group Communication (3)
COMM 2107 Interpersonal Communication (3)
COMM 3054 Topics in Organizational Comm (3)
COMM 3880 Independent Study (1-3)*
COMM 4410 Professional Internship (3)*
ENGL 2116 Technical Communication (3)
MGMT 3160 Business Communication (3)
PHIL 2175 Professional Ethics (3)
PSYC 2171 Intro to Industrial/Org Psych (3)
PSYC 3114 Motivation (3)
SOCY 4112 Sociology of Work (3)
SOCY 4115 Sociology of Corporations (3)

* with approval of advisor

Communication and Public Advocacy (12 hours)
The Communication and Public Advocacy concentration is designed for those students desiring a well developed background in the use, theory, construction, and analysis of public messages. The course of study provides training in individual public communication skills and provides a foundation for the analysis and evaluation of advocacy discourse.

All students choosing this concentration complete the following courses:

COMM 2102 Advanced Public Speaking (3)
COMM 2103 Argumentation & Debate (3)
COMM 3130 Communication & Public Advocacy (3)

Students select three hours from the following:

COMM 3051 Topics in Health Communication (3)
COMM 3052 Topics in Mass Media (3)
COMM 3054 Topics in Organizational Comm (3)
COMM 3055 Topics in Public Relations (3)
COMM 3131 African-American Oratory (3)
COMM 3403 Debate Practicum (2)**
COMM 3880 Independent Study (1-3)*
COMM 4410 Communication Internship (3)*
ENGL 4165 Language and Culture (3)
POLS 3104 Mass Media and Politics (3)
POLS 3110 North Carolina Student Legislature (3)
POLS 3163 Model United Nations (3)

*with approval of advisor
**may be repeated but no more than 3 hours will apply to meeting this elective requirement

Public Relations (21 hours)
The Public Relations concentration is designed to provide students with a general background in public relations. Students examine both the theory and practice of public relations.

Students choosing this concentration complete the following courses:

JOUR 2160 Introduction to Journalism (3)
COMM 2145 Principles of Public Relations (3)
COMM 3245 Public Relations Writing (3)
COMM 3246 Public Relations Strategy (3)
COMM 4145 Communication Campaigns (3)
COMM 4410 Professional Internship (3)

Students select six hours from the following:

ANTH 4120 Intercultural Communication (3)
COMM 2102 Advanced Public Speaking (3)
COMM 3055 Topics in Public Relations (3)
COMM 3141 Organizational Communication (3)
COMM 3880 Independent Study (3)*
COMM 4101 Media and the Law (3)
COMM 4141 Advanced Organization Communication (3)
COMM 4147 International Public Relations (3)
COMM 4410 Professional Internship (3)*
ENGL 2116 Technical Communication (3)
JOUR 3160 News Writing (3)
JOUR 3161 News Editing (3)
JOUR 3162 Feature Writing (3)

* with approval of advisor

Related Course Work (6-18 hours)
All students in the Mass Media, Organizational Communication, and Public Advocacy tracks must complete 18 hours of related course work excluding any courses applied to Core Requirements or Track requirements. Students in the Health Communication track must complete nine hours of related course work excluding any courses applied to Core Requirements or requirements within that track. All related course work must be approved by the student’s advisor. An approved second major or a minor may be used to satisfy this requirement.

CERTIFICATE IN INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC RELATIONS

Students electing the certificate in International Public Relations must be enrolled as majors in the Public Relations track. In addition to completing the standard core and required track courses, students must complete the following elective track work, related course work, and language requirements:

Elective Track Work (6 credit hours). Students must complete COMM 4147, International Public Relations and either COMM 4410, Professional Internship (with international focus) or ANTH 4120, Intercultural Communication.

Related Course Work (9 credit hours). Students may either complete a semester of study abroad earning at least 9 credit hours at a non-American university OR complete an additional 9 credit hours of related course work selected from the following courses. At least 3 credit hours must be taken at the 3000 level or above.

ANTH 2010 Topics in Ethnography
ANTH 2111 Peoples of Africa
ANTH 2115 Culture and Society in the Middle East
ANTH 2116 Contemporary Latin America
ANTH 3111 Applied Anthropology
ANTH 4120 Intercultural Communications*
HIST 2200 Asian Civilization
HIST 2201 History of Modern Asia
    / INTL 2201 Introduction to Asian Studies
HIST 2207 Modern Latin America
    / INTL 2401 Introduction to Latin American Studies
HIST 2211 Modern Africa
    / INTL 2101 Introduction to African Studies
HIST 3116 Twentieth Century Europe
    / INTL 2301 Introduction to European Studies
INTL 1101 Introduction to International Studies
INTL 3000 Topics in International Studies
POLS 1130 Comparative Politics
POLS 1150 International Politics
POLS 3141 European Politics
POLS 3143 African Politics
POLS 3144 Latin American Politics
POLS 3148 Chinese Politics
POLS 3149 Japanese Politics
POLS 3164 U.S.-Latin American Relations
POLS 3165 East Asia in World Affairs
POLS 3167 U.S. and Japan
POLS 3169 Foreign Policy of African States
SPAN 3029 Cultural Dimensions of Doing Business with Spanish-Speaking Countries

*ANTH 4120 cannot be counted as both an Elective Track course and a Related Course

Foreign Language. In addition to department and university foreign language requirements, students must complete one additional 2000 level foreign language course beyond the departmental foreign language requirement. The following courses would meet this requirement:

French 2202 or 2210
German 2202 or 2210
Spanish 2202, 2205, or 2210
Italian 2202
Portuguese 2202
Japanese 2201
Russian 2201

International, non-native English speakers must score a minimum of 550 on the TOEFL, a minimum of 85 on the MELAB.

CERTIFICATE IN LEADERSHIP STUDIES

Students electing the certificate in Leadership Studies may be enrolled in any undergraduate major. In addition to completing the standard core and required track courses for their majors, students must complete 18 hours of course work as listed:

Required Courses (9 credit hours)
COMM 3135 Leadership Theory & Group Dynamics (3)
COMM 3136 Leadership, Service and Ethics (3)
COMM 4410 Professional Internship (3)

Ethics (3 credit hours)
One course from the following:
PHIL 2175 Professional Ethics (3)
PHIL 3219 History of Ethical Theories (3)
PHIL 3221 Ethics (3)
PHIL 3231 Business Ethics 3231 (3)
POLS 3175 Philosophy of Law (3)

Elective courses (6 credit hours)
AERO 3101 Leadership and Management (3)
AERO 3102 Defense Admin & Military Mgmt (3)
COMM 2105 Small Group Communication (3)
COMM 2107 Interpersonal Communication (3)
EXER 1231 Introduction to Outdoor Adventure (1)
EXER 1235 Challenge Course Activities (1)
EXER 2232 Wilderness Trip Leading (1)
EXER 2234 Challenge Course Facilitation (1)
MGMT 3140 Mgmt & Organizational Behavior (3)
MGMT 3287 Managerial Leadership (3)
PSYC 2171 Introduction to Ind/Org Psychology (3)
POLS 3112 The Presidency (3)
POLS 4110 North Carolina Student Legislature (3)

MINOR IN COMMUNICATION STUDIES

The minor in Communication Studies consists of 18 semester hours of COMM classes, including COMM 1101 (Public Speaking) and COMM 2100 (Communication Theory), and at least 6 credit hours taken at the 3000 level and above. Students must attain an overall GPA of 2.0 in all coursework within the minor.

Students matriculated at UNC Charlotte and planning to declare Communication Studies as their minor must have an overall GPA of at least 2.0.

MINOR IN JOURNALISM

The minor in Journalism provides an introduction to journalism areas such as writing, editing, feature writing, layout and design, and related communication and media issues. It is designed for students who have completed ENGL 1101 and 1102. The minor consists of 18 hours of coursework including:

JOUR 2160 Introduction to Journalism
JOUR 3160 Advanced News Reporting and Writing
JOUR 3162 Feature Writing

The nine (9) hours of elective coursework needed to complete the minor may be chosen from:

ENGL 4008 Writing for Publication (3)
ENGL 4204 Expository Writing (3)
JOUR 3050 Topics in Journalism (3)
JOUR 3161 Newsediting (3)
JOUR 3163 Visual Communication in the Media (3)
JOUR 3401 Journalism Practicum (2)
ARTG 2181 Graphic Design I (3)
ARTG 3183 Graphic Design II (3)
ARTT 2191 Photographic Media I (3)
COMM 3120 Communication and the Mass Media
COMM 3050 Topics in Communication Studies (3)*
COMM 3880 Independent Study (1-3)*
COMM 4101 Media and the Law (3)
COMM 4102 Federal Interpretation of the First Amendment (3)
COMM 4410 Professional Internship (3)*
POLS 3103 Public Opinion
POLS 3104 Mass Media

*with approval of advisor

Note: Students may count JOUR 3160, 3161, and 3162 toward the major in English or toward the minor in Journalism; students may not count the same courses toward both.

With their advisor’s approval, students in the Communication Studies major may count as related course work any course used to fulfill requirements for the Journalism minor as long as that course is not simultaneously being used to fulfill either CORE or TRACK requirements of the major.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE
(www.criminaljustice.uncc.edu)

The undergraduate program in criminal justice addresses issues confronting the entire criminal justice system, from the nature of crime and delinquency, to society’s varied responses to it. A major in criminal justice provides a broad educational background emphasizing social science and basic knowledge regarding crime and social control. Students at UNC Charlotte learn about crime as a social problem, develop a critical understanding of the criminal justice system, address problems faced by the victim, and study the principles involved in achieving planned change.

Undergraduate students pursuing the academic study of the criminal justice system, a career in the criminal justice field, or preparation for graduate study may select the criminal justice curriculum leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree. Transfer students must complete 37 hours of criminal justice course work unless they have completed the equivalent of STATS 1222, FORL 2201, CJUS 1100, CJUS 2000, CJUS 2102, CJUS 2120, or CJUS 2154 at another institution. In this case, credit will be awarded. The Department also offers a minor. Students may enroll in the B.A. program on either a full-time or part-time basis. Evening classes are scheduled to accommodate part-time students.

Transfer students who have an A.A.S. degree in a Criminal Justice related discipline will receive general education exemption and may be awarded up to 15 semester hours of credit for criminal justice coursework completed with a grade of C or better. However, students are required to complete an additional 15 semester hours of upper level criminal justice coursework after an evaluation of the transcript.

Current UNC Charlotte students interested in declaring a major in Criminal Justice should submit a Declaration of Program and unofficial transcript by October 1 for Fall, March 1 for Spring, and May 1 for Summer. Completion of CJUS 1100 and STATS 1222 with a C or better is required prior to declaration. Criminal Justice majors are required to declare an approved minor or second major.

The Department also offers a Master of Science degree program in Criminal Justice. Please see the UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog for details.

BACHELOR OF ARTS

A major in Criminal Justice requires STAT 1222 and 31 semester hours of criminal justice courses, including CJUS 1100 (Intro to Criminal Justice), CJUS 3100 (Criminal Justice Theory), CJUS 3101 (Research Methods in Criminal Justice), and one course from each of the following areas:

Law Enforcement Area
CJUS 2000 Introduction to Law Enforcement
CJUS 3141 Law Enforcement Behavioral Systems
CJUS 3200 Security & Loss Prevention

Corrections Area
CJUS 2154 Introduction to Corrections
CJUS 3150 Community Corrections
CJUS 3151 Institutional Corrections
CJUS 3153 Juvenile Corrections

Legal Area
CJUS 3102 American Criminal Courts
CJUS 3110 Criminal Justice and the Law
CJUS 3111 Criminal Procedure
CJUS 3121 Juvenile Law
CJUS 3152 Correctional Law

A minimum of a C average in all criminal justice coursework and at least a C in CJUS 1100, 3100 and 3101 are required.

Criminal Justice majors must also satisfy the foreign language requirement by completing the 2201 level course (or course with emphasis on conversation) in a modern language other than English that uses the Latin alphabet (e.g., French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish) OR the 1202 course (or the equivalent) in a modern language that does not use the Latin alphabet (e.g., Arabic, Chinese, Greek, Japanese, Russian). Approved American Sign Language courses may be substituted with permission of the Department.

While not required, students are encouraged to participate in internship programs available through the Department. Internships provide opportunities to combine theory and practice in a realistic setting, and to make more judicious career decisions. Consult the Department of Criminal Justice’s Academic Advisor for a suggested schedule to complete the B.A. degree with a major in Criminal Justice.

SUGGESTED CURRICULUM FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE MAJORS