ACADEMIC CATALOG - Purdue University Calumet

BIOL 534 LABORATORY IN MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY
(Lab. 4, Cr. 2)
Contact department for course details.
BIOL 561 IMMUNOLOGY
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Introduction to the basic principles of immunology and
serology in the molecular, cellular and organism level.
BIOL 566 DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY
(Class 3, Lab. 3, Cr. 4)
Principles of development of plants and animals;
the formation of organ systems.
BIOL 580 EVOLUTION
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
A study of evolution as a basic concept of the biological
sciences; an examination of current methods of experimentation
within the area, as well as evidence for and
possible mechanisms of evolutionary change.
BIOL 587 BIOGEOGRAPHY
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
An introduction to the principles of biogeography. Distribution
patterns, the role of history, the interactions of genetics and
ecology in development of the species range, the species
equilibrium theory, and the evolutionary biogeography of
communities and regional biotas.
CDFS - Child Development
and Family Studies
CDFS 210 INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: 3 credit hours of psychology
An introduction to the development of individuals from
conception through adulthood and aging.
CDFS 210 INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: 3 credit hours of psychology
An introduction to the development of individuals from conception
through adulthood and aging. Physical growth, social
and emotional behavior, cognitive and language development
are covered.
CDFS 530 THEORY AND PRACTICE
IN EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: A total of 15 hours in education, psychology
or child development.
This course focuses on a critical examination of the relations
between theory and practice in early childhood programs.
Special attention is given to programs for children from
diverse linguistic, cultural and economic backgrounds,
and children with disabilities.
BIOL 588 PLANT ECOLOGY
(Class 2, Cr. 2)
The physico-chemical and biotic environment affecting plants
in nature; the dynamics of plant communities; ecological
methods. Applications to agronomy, forestry, wildlife management,
outdoor recreation, and other land use interests.
BIOL 589 LABORATORY IN PLANT ECOLOGY
(Lab. 4, Cr. 2)
Class field trips and laboratory exercise.
BIOL 591 FIELD ECOLOGY
(Class 2, Lab. 4, Cr. 4)
A study of interactions which influence distribution and
abundance of organisms and the theory which attempts to
account for observed patterns in populations, communities,
and ecosystems; adaptive strategies of organisms to interactions
with other organisms and their environments. Emphasis
on field studies and techniques and methods of sampling in
aquatic and terrestrial communities.
BIOL 593 ETHOLOGY
(Class 3, Lab. 3, Cr. 4)
Animal behavior is analyzed in natural and experimental
situations. Emphasis is on the observation of wild and domesticated
animals. The effect of early experience, motivation, physiological
mechanisms, adaptiveness and the evolution of behavior
are considered.
CDFS 551 PARENTING INTERVENTIONS
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: A total of 15 hours in education, psychology or child
development.
Critical examination of the design, implementation and effect
of programs aimed at promoting parents’ child-rearing competencies.
Attention to diverse types of interventions including
programs focused on information dissemination, interpersonal
relationships, and family support systems. Emphasis on the
theoretical and empirical bases of program development
decisions.
CDFS 590 CONSTRUCTIVIST FAMILY THERAPIES
(Cr. 0 to 5)
Investigation of theory, research, and practice of constructivist
and social constructionist family therapies. Readings will
include a wide range of original work of major theorists such
as White, de Shazer, and Anderson and Goolishian.
CDFS 601 ADVAMCED CHILD DEVELOPMENT
(Class 2, Lab. 2, Cr. 3)
An advanced survey of selected dimensions of children's
development from birth through middle and later childhood.
Particular attention is given to the roles of parents and teachers
in influencing children's personal, social, emotional and intellectual
behavior and development. A supervised practicum with
the children in laboratory settings accompanies the course.
Course Descriptions
BIOL 595 SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS
(Credit hours and Class Pattern Arranged)
Special work, such as directed reading, independent study or
research, supervised library, laboratory field work or presentation
of material not available in the formal courses of the
department. The field in which work is offered will be indicated
in the student’s record. Required for M.S. candidates in the
non-thesis option.
BIOL 698 RESEARCH M.S. THESIS
(Class 0 to 18, Lab. 0 to 18, Cr. 1 to 18)
This is the research course for the Master’s Thesis.
CDFS 602 ADVANCED FAMILY STUDIES
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Integrative and comprehensive assessment of both classic
and recent contributions in the field of family studies. Topics
include both classic and recent contributions in the field of
family studies. Other topics include major theory and research,
historical, current, and future critical issues in family studies.
CDFS 603 THEORIES OF FAMILY THERAPY
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
An examination of the history of family therapy, major family
therapy theorists, and therapy treatment modalities.
Course Descriptions
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