Course Descriptions

Students in the Introduction to Biomanufacturing I course will learn how a biopharmaceutical makes its way from "bench to bottle." Upstream and downstream manufacturing processes will be introduced through a combination of lecture and laboratory (hands-on) activities. Students will be introduced to regulatory affairs and will follow proper documentation procedures as outlined in the Good Laboratory and Good Manufacturing Practices (Food and Drug Administration).Prerequisite: Take BIO-121 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Biology
• 1 Credit(s)
• (1-0.5) Contact Hour(s)

Introduction to Biomanufacturing II is a continuation of Introduction to Biomanufacturing I. While part I introduced students to the process of bringing a biopharmaceutical from "bench to bottle," this course focuses on the many functional areas specific to a biomanufacturing operation. Through a combination of lecture and laboratory (hands-on) activities, students will be introduced to the roles of these functional areas in the manufacturing process. Included in this exploration are the roles of technicians working in Environmental Health and Safety, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Validation. In addition, students will be exposed to basic analytical tools used in a manufacturing environment (RCA and FMEA). Students will continue the application of regulatory affairs introduced in part I of the course, and will follow proper documentation procedures as outlined in the Good Laboratory and Good Manufacturing Practices (Food and Drug Administration).Prerequisite: Take BIO-122, BIO-122 and BIO 287 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Biology
• 1 Credit(s)
• (1-0.5) Contact Hour(s)

Under supervision of biology faculty mentors, students will select a research project, write a literature review and research proposal, conduct preliminary experiments, and write a research report. Research methods and experimental design will be emphasized, including the location and study of articles from the professional literature. The undergraduate research projects will help students develop valuable research skills, and it will provide students with an opportunity to apply scientific knowledge in the context of "real world" problems. Participation will also open up opportunities for students to take part in analyzing data and conducting field research. One 2-hour lecture period, and 4 hours of laboratory work per week. Students must also schedule time for consultation with the supervising faculty member.Prerequisite: Take BIO-121 and BIO-122 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Biology
• 3 Credit(s)
• (2-4) Contact Hour(s)

• Biology
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course provides fundamental information needed to have a basic understanding of issues in cyberlaw such as intellectual property, ethics, security, privacy, content control, computer crime, and e-commerce, among other topics.

• Business
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

Introduction to such business factors as ownership, careers, economic systems, competition, organizational structures, management, production, marketing, finance, business ethics, and current topics. This course is also designed as a first year seminar for students entering the AS and AAS Business Administration programs. This course prepares students to take higher level business courses, or serve as a general survey course for non-business students.

• Business
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is a workshop in planning, writing, producing, videotaping and editing video advertisements for television and the web. Students will receive experience in writing, production techniques (shooting and editing) and the evaluation of video ads.

• Business
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This class is designed for a student entering any part of the business world, where good communications skills are essential. It is a comprehensive introduction to theory and practice of basic business communication skills. Emphasis is placed on the process of communication and on typical forms of business communication, such as business reports, different types of business messages, including electronic messages, and employment communication.Prerequisite: Take ENG-101 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Business
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

Organizational Behavior is an introductory business course that will provide information to the student about individuals, groups, organizational structure, and function. Topics to be studied include: Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Human Perception, Dynamics of Groups, Human Needs and Motivation, Concept of Organization, Leadership, Moral and the Quality of Work Life with attention to ethical consideration.

• Business
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

Students will study the components of management as applied to sport enterprises, as well as the historical, psychological and sociological foundations of sport. An overview of the various careers associated with sports management or sports tourism is provided. In order to understand how to plan and develop a sports-related business or sports-related tourism destination, students will be introduced to ideas such as the scope of sport events, event logistics (including sponsorship, hospitality, and the use if volunteers), and licensing agreements.

• Business
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)