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AST 298 - Automotive Internship 1 - 6 credits (Variable)
Combines academic work with an approved work experience related to the Automotive degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or departmental Internship Coordinator to determine the avail ability of appropriate work experiences and the specific academic require ments for receiving credit.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of one semester of course work and Consent of Instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Course offered on demand.
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BCH 480 - Advanced Biochemistry I 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Introduces the general field of biochemistry emphasizing the unifying principles which relate biochemistry to other disciplines. The chemistry of amino acids and proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids are discussed. Metabolism, catabolism and bioenergetics will be covered.
Prerequisite(s): CHMY 323 or CHMY 210 .
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BCH 481 - Advanced Biochemistry I Lab 1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab)
The Biochemistry Laboratory Course provides a focused exploration of proteins and their functions. Lab exercises will focus on the following: enzyme purification; enzyme kinetics; 1D, 2D and 3D NMR experiments and mass spectrometry experiments to explore the structure elucidation of oligopeptides; the use of ELISA to both identify the presence of proteins in a complex matrix and to determine whether or not a Natural Product can inhibit a specific protein; SDS-PAGE electrophoresis and Western Blot to study genetic relations in fish through analysis of myosin; bioinformatics studies of various proteins; transformation of E.Coli and isolation of new protein product; and an exploration of 3-dimensional shape of proteins using Protein Database and molecular modeling.
Corequisite(s): BCH 480 Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BCH 482 - Advanced Biochemistry II 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A continuation of BCH 480 which will include the dynamics of life. The biochemistry of life processes, biosynthesis & utilization of precursor molecules for cell replication will be covered.
Prerequisite(s): BCH 480 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BCH 483 - Advanced Biochemistry II Lab 1 credit
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BFIN 205 - Personal Finance 3 credits (3 Hrs. Lec)
This course addresses the fundamentals of personal financial planning. Topics will include personal budgeting, retirement planning, investment strategies, personal financial assessment, insurance, tax planning and estate planning.
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BFIN 322 - Business Finance 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Emphasizes the analytical financial management of the firm. Considers financial intermediaries, financial analysis and planning, capital budgeting, cost of capital, and working capital management.
Prerequisite(s): ACTG 201 ; ECNS 201 , ECNS 202 or ECNS 203 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BFIN 455 - Money, Capital Markets, and Institutions 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Analyzes the nature and function of bank and non-bank financial institutions and markets and their relationships and interdependence.
Prerequisite(s): BFIN 322 , & Senior Standing. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BGEN 105 - Introduction To Business 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
An introductory course that surveys the nature of business, its functions, as well as its various environments and challenges. Topics covered include basic concepts in the areas of finance, management, ethics, accounting, and marketing. Non-business majors are encouraged to enroll in this course.
Course generally offered both semesters.
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BGEN 235 - Business Law 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A study of the basic concepts of law, including substantive and procedural applications with emphasis this semester on legal reasoning, business ethics, alternative dispute resolution, court procedures, constitutional law with emphasis on the First Amendment, torts, agency, corporations/partnerships, personal property, real property, wills and estates.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing is recommended. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BGEN 236 - Business Law II 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A study of the basic concepts of law including substantive and procedural applications, with emphasis this semester on contracts, Uniform Commercial Code (sales, negotiable instruments, banking system and secured transactions), debtor/creditor relations, bankruptcy, administrative law, professional (accountant) liability.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or consent of instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BGEN 285 - Critical Thinking & Decision Making 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course presents critical thinking as a tool and skill to be used for better understanding, evaluating and constructing arguments. The focus will be on developing and enhancing the ability to identify, analyze and develop arguments to improve decision making. Each day businesses and their leaders are exposed to forces beyond their control, such as competition, the economy, changes in technology, changes in social trends and government regulations. As these forces come into play for a business, decisions must be made regarding the companies response to these forces. In making decisions, leaders must consider information from many sources, some sources that are reliable, others that are suspicious. A leader must be able to sort through the available information, be willing to listen to different points of view, make a decision, and then put in place plans that encourage others in the organization to willingly follow. Topics covered through analysis and writing include the elements of thought, how to reason, identify fallacious arguments, improve questioning skills, improve reading comprehension, recognize errors in reasoning, becoming a creative and critical thinker, wise decision maker and persuading people to follow. Throughout the course, the student will develop the skills necessary to become a better consumer of information, a better decision maker, a better communicator and a better leader.
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BGEN 360 - International Business 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Introduces students to the complex challenges of doing business in a global economy. Emphasis is on learning the different approaches to management, finance, and accounting in a global environment. The course will address the topics such as negotiation, theories of international trade, exchange rates, and an introduction to importing and exporting.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or consent of instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BGEN 363 - Business Ethics and Decision Making 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Seeks to explore value systems as a basis and framework for ethical decisions to develop sensitivity for the numerous ethical issues in the competitive business world. Encourages the evaluation and development of personal value systems and develops an awareness of the value implications of managerial decision.
Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts core. Course generally offered both semesters.
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BGEN 430 - Basic Oil & Gas Law I 3 credits (Hrs. 3 Lec)
The course is designed to provide a student with an understanding of the legal issues related to the oil & gas industries. This course is the first of a two-semester series that provides the student with an in-depth and thorough look at the legal aspects of oil & gas ownership, exploration, development, operations and closure. This course will specifically address the legal issues related to the business entity, the identification of ownership interest and the acquisition of the interests, including oil and gas leases, assignments, mineral deeds, and royalty deeds.
Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing
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BGEN 431 - Basic Oil & Gas Law II 3 credits (Hrs. 3 Lec)
The course is designed to provide a student with an understanding of the legal issues related to the oil & gas industries. This course is the second of a two-semester series that provides the student with an in-depth and thorough look at the legal aspects of oil & gas ownership, exploration, development, operations and closure. This course will specifically address the legal issues related to the business entity, the identification of ownership interest and the acquisition of the interests, including oil and gas leases, assignments, mineral deeds, and royalty deeds.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing
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BGEN 432 - Basic Property & Probate Law 3 credits (3 Lec.)
Understanding property and mineral ownership and the transferring of title is critical for all those working in oil & gas land management. This course takes an in-depth and thorough look at the subject, studying land and mineral ownership in the United States, differing types of property ownership, the rules surrounding ownership & conveying property, varying types of conveyances, estate and interstate succession, the many types of title transfers that result from court actions, curing land titles and the laws governing oil and gas ownership and development.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing required.
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BGEN 433 - Oil & Gas Land Management Practices 3 credits (Hrs. 3 Lec)
Petroleum land management begins in a courthouse where an examination of mineral ownership takes place. It then moves to the next stage - the acquisition of oil and gas leases. From there, state regulatory commissions, other oil and gas companies, the Bureau of Land Management and/or surface owners become involved in the process. The formation of a unit is created, a title opinion is rendered, title curative must be done, and the well is drilled and hopefully competed as producing in commercial quantities. Finally, proper payment of revenue must be made to all parties that are entitled to receive such payments. From start to finish, many steps must take place. This class is designed to help the student understand the process and take each step in proper order.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing
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BIOB 101 - Discover Biology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A survey of biological concepts for the non-science major relating to man’s past and present activities. Includes discussions of metabolism, reproduction and ecosystems.
Satisfies Physical & Life Science core. Course generally offered both semesters.
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BIOB 102 - Discover Biology Lab 1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab.)
The laboratory portion of this class will be used to illustrate concepts addressed in lecture; and to acquaint students with the scientific method and common laboratory techniques plus drawing conclusions from laboratory obtained data.
Satisfies Physical & Life Science Core. Course generally offered both semesters.
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BIOB 160 - Principles of Living Systems 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
An introductory study of cell activities emphasizing chemistry, structure and functions common to cells. Topics include organelles, cell division, water relationships, nutrients, respiration, photosynthesis, genetics, and protein synthesis. The laboratory portion of this class will be used to illustrate concepts addressed in lecture; and to acquaint students with the scientific method and common laboratory techniques plus drawing conclusions from laboratory obtained data.
Satisfies Physical & Life Science core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOB 161 - Principles of Living Systems Lab 1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab.)
The laboratory portion of this class will be used to illustrate concepts addressed in lecture; and to acquaint students with the scientific method and common laboratory techniques plus drawing conclusions from laboratory obtained data.
Satisfies Physical & Life Science Core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOB 194 - First-year Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Invited speakers will present seminars on their current research.
Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOB 274 - Introduction to Evolution 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A study of the mechanisms of evolution, including population genetics, sociobiology, and fossil evidence for the descent of man.
Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOB 285 - Biological Illustrations 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
General discussions on scientific publishing, illustration labeling, color techniques and printing processes will be presented. Biological Illustration gives the interested scientist, science student, or art student a chance to study the field of scientific illustration as well as learn several specific illustration techniques. The course is designed to expose the student to the following techniques: (1) pen & ink illustration and graphics done with technical illustrating pens; (2) carbon dust, a soft and attractive technique for creating half-tone illustrations with carbon pencil dust; (3) colored pencil, using colored pencils on drafting film, beautiful and vibrant illustrations can be produced; (4) watercolor, specific methods of using watercolor paints to create accurate and detailed colored illustrations; (5) airbrush , and (6) computer-generated art using Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator. Students may explore a single technique in depth or may choose to experiment with all of the techniques available. The goal of the course is to have the student develop two or more professional quality pieces of art suitable for publication. Illustration subjects may be selected from the wide variety of Biological Materials
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BIOB 291 - Special Topics 1 - 4 credits (Variable)
(Course title depends on topic.) Any special topics not specifically designated under other course titles may be included under this number. This course may be repeated as often as desirable. Credits by previous arrangement.
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BIOB 294 - Sophomore Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Students will prepare and present seminars on selected topics.
Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOB 298 - Internship 1 - 6 credits (Variable)
Combines academic work with an approved work experience related to the Biology degree programs. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or departmental Internship Coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experiences and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of one semester of course work and Consent of Instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Course offered on demand.
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BIOB 327 - Phage Bioinformatics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
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BIOB 375 - General Genetics 3 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
This course addresses classic Mendelian genetics, gene function, gene mutation, population genetics as well as recombinant DNA, PCR, and DNA fingerprinting. The laboratory component involves problem solving, demonstrating concepts of classical genetics and molecular genetics. There is a research component.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 160 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOB 376 - General Genetics Lab 1 credit (Hrs. 1 Lab)
This course addresses classic Mendelian genetics, gene function, gene mutation, population genetics as well as recombinant DNA, PCR, and DNA fingerprinting. The laboratory component involves problem solving, demonstrating concepts of classical genetics and molecular genetics. There is a research component.
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BIOB 394 - Junior Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Students will prepare seminars on topics related to their senior thesis.
Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOB 410 - Immunology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Fundamentals of cellular and molecular immunology including consideration of structure, genetics and function of immunoglobulins, T-cell receptors and major histocompatibility antigens; regulation of the immune response; transplantation and immunological diseases.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 160 and CHMY 321 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOB 420 - Evolution 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This is a capstone course designed to integrate the student’s general training in biology into a basic understanding of the theory of evolution. The theory of evolution is the underpinning of modern biology and a thorough understanding of the theory is required of all biologists. The course will include the following topics: Heritable variation, mutation, genetic equilibrium, concepts of selection, selection in action, balanced polymorphism, genetic drift and gene flow, races and species, micro-evolution & macro-evolution, punctuated equilibrium, and the major radiations with emphasis on vertebrates.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 375 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOB 425 - Advanced Cell & Molecular Biology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Topics include, but are not limited to gene structure, expression, duplication, and recombination and the molecular aspects of cell structure, maintenance, and function.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 160 , BIOB 375 and CHMY 143 ; Corequisite(s): BIOM 260 ; or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOB 426 - Advanced Cell Molecular Biology Lab 2 credits (Hrs: 3 Lab)
This course is an introduction to modern experimental molecular biology, utilizing standard and modern molecular biology techniques. Techniques may include gel electrophoresis, PCR, restriction mapping, sequencing, blotting, etc.
Corequisite(s): BIOB 425 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOB 490 - Undergraduate Research (Variable)
This course is designed for students involved in directed research projects and is required for participants in the Undergraduate Research Program (URP). This course can be repeated. Students will be required to prepare a formal paper and present their results. A faculty member must advise the project. Pending the number of credits taken, graduation requirements, and as demanded of the research advisor, other requirements may be needed. To participate in URP, students must submit a proposal for a research project to the Undergraduate Research Committee and meet other requirements as listed in URP guidelines. Proposals are evaluated competitively and winners will receive a stipend. URP participants must register for this class in the Spring for at least one credit in order to present their findings in the annual Undergraduate Research Conference. A call for proposals is made at the beginning of the Spring Semester. Another call may be offered in the Fall Semester.
Course generally offered year round.
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BIOB 491 - Special Topics 1 - 4 credits (Variable)
(Course title depends on topic.) Any special topics not specifically designated under other course titles may be included under this number. This course may be repeated as often as desirable. Credits by previous arrangement.
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BIOB 494 - Senior Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Students will work on preparing and presenting their senior thesis.
Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOB 499W - Senior Thesis 1 - 4 credits (Variable)
This course involves an independent investigation of a biological question demonstrating the use of the scientific technique. A report and presentation to peers is required. Faculty serve as mentors during the project.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing. Satisfies upper division Writing core.
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BIOE 185 - Environmental & Ecological Issues 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A course utilizing basic scientific principles to examine environmental issues related to increasing world population and diminishing resources.
Satisfies Physical & Life Science core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOE 305 - Natural History of the Vertebrate 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course is an overview of vertebrates of Montana, including methods of identification of these animals in the field and specimens in the lab. Lectures will cover all the vertebrate classes, with information on physical description, life histories, habitat use, abundance, conservation issues, common methods of identification, and common field methods for studying these animals. The course will be team taught, with occasional guest lectures on special topics. Some of the lab experiences will be day field trips, some will be overnight field trips and some will be in the lab with specimens. In addition, each student will prepare a library research paper and keep appropriate field notes.
Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOE 306 - Natural History of the Vertebrate Lab 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lab)
This course is an overview of vertebrates of Montana, including methods of identification of these animals in the field and specimens in the lab. Lectures will cover all the vertebrate classes, with information on physical description, life histories, habitat use, abundance, conservation issues, common methods of identification, and common field methods for studying these animals. The course will be team taught, with occasional guest lectures on special topics. Some of the lab experiences will be day field trips, some will be overnight field trips and some will be in the lab with specimens. In addition, each student will prepare a library research paper and keep appropriate field notes.
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BIOE 314 - Animal Ecology 4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.: 3 Lab)
A study designed to foster appreciation and understanding of the interaction among animals and their physical environment, emphasizes ecosystems and communities. Sampling techniques are stressed in the laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 160 and BIOB 170 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOE 416 - Alpine Ecology 2 credits (Hrs: 1 Lab)
A field course designed to give students experience in performing ecological studies.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 170 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOE 419 - Winter Ecology 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lab)
Examines winter ecology of large animals.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 170 or consent of instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOE 455 - Plant Ecology 4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.: 3 Lab)
A study of the interactions of plants with their environments at the individual, population, community, and ecosystem levels. Responses of plants to climate, soils, and topography. The laboratory will be used to illustrate concepts, demonstrate field techniques and allow students to work on ecologically related projects.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 160 and BIOB 170 or instructor’s consent. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOH 201/202 - Anatomy & Physiology I 4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
The first half of a two semester course deigned for students pursuing a career in the clinical sciences. The course is developed as a systems approach to structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the human body and will present subject matter as it relates to homeostasis and disease processes. Topics include an overview of chemistry, cell biology and histology followed by discussion of the organ systems involved in covering, support and movement of the human body.
Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOH 211/212 - Anatomy & Physiology II 4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
The second half of a two semester course deigned for students pursuing a career in the clinical sciences. The course is developed as a systems approach to structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the human body and will present subject matter as it relates to homeostasis and disease processes. Course focuses on organ systems involved with maintenance of health. Topics covered include: the nervous system, cardiovascular, endocrine, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems.
Prerequisite(s): BIOH 201/202 or Consent of Instructor. Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOH 301/302 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab 4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
Principles of energy flow, homeostasis and integration of integumentary, digestive, circulatory, respiratory and excretory systems are examined from a basic point of view.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 160 ; CHMY 121 or CHMY 123 or CHMY 141 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOH 311/312 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
An examination of skeletal and muscular systems integration relating to movement of the human body. Principles of homeostasis of nervous, endocrine and reproductive systems are presented.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 160 ; CHMY 121 or CHMY 123 or CHMY 141 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOH 460/461 - Medical Physiology 4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.: 3 Lab)
Advanced principles of normal and abnormal physiology. Primarily for students majoring in biology or those who will be applying to professional physical therapy programs.
Prerequisite(s): BIOH 301/302 & BIOH 311/312 .
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BIOM 250 - Microbiology for Health Sciences 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
Microbiology of prokaryotic and eukaryotic microbes and viruses with emphasis on knowledge of the biology of infectious disease as is appropriate for nursing and allied health care students.
Prerequisite(s): BIOH 201/202 or BIOH 211/212 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOM 251 - Microbiology for Health Sciences Lab 1 credit (Hrs: 0 Lec., 3 Lab)
Students in this laboratory use microscopes to examine slides of pathogenic microbes and learn to culture and identify bacteria.
Prerequisite(s): BIOH 201/202 or BIOH 211/212 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOM 260 - General Microbiolgy 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
A general microbiology class for the study of prokaryotic and eukaryotic microbes and virology. Lecture topics include cell ultrastructure, metabolism, genetics, growth, physiology, classification, pathogenicity, and epidemiology.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 160 or BIOO 320 or BIOO 380 or BIOH 201/202 or BIOH 211/212 or BIOH 301/302 or BIOH 311/312 . Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOM 430 - Applied & Environmental Microbiology 4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.: 3 Lab)
An overview of microbiology related to the environment and biotechnological applications. Topics: survey of microorganisms; biofilm, microbial sampling of air, water, and soil with data analyses; biogeochemical cycles; microbial ecology; and Bioremediation. An environmental microbiology project is required.
Prerequisite(s): BIOM 260 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOM 435 - Virology 3 credits (3 hrs. Lec.)
Viruses represent a major category of human infectious diseases. This course will cover viral classification systems, structural features, replication cycle variations, host-pathogen interactions, epidemiology, and relevant cellular biology. Specific important families of human viruses will be evaluated thoroughly. Additional topics will include plant viruses, bacterial viruses (bacteriophages), as well as non-viral pathogens prions and viroids.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 160 and BIOB 161
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BIOO 235 - Rocky Mountain Flora 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
This field oriented course will acquaint students with the principles, and methods used to classify and identify trees, shrubs and herbaceous seed plants. Also, students will learn the elements of nomenclature, plant collection and herbarium specimen preparation. Students are expected to make a plant collection and to become familiar with characteristics of common plant families.
Course offered on demand.
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BIOO 320 - General Botany 4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
An introductory examination of the structure and function of plants. Emphasizes anatomy, function and reproduction.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 170 and BIOB 160 Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BIOO 380 - Zoology 4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
An introductory study stressing physiology, morphology and development. Relates physiological function to organic form.
Prerequisite(s): BIOB 170 & BIOB 160 . Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BIOO 433 - Plant Physiology 4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.: 3 Lab)
Photosynthesis, water potential, cell walls and membranes, nutrient uptake, symbioses, molecular regulation of growth, development and flowering, secondary metabolites, and physiological responses of plants to stress will be placed in the contexts of structure-function relationships and ecophysiological interactions of plants with the environment.
Prerequisite(s): or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BMGT 215 - Human Resource Management 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Introduces a general overview of human resource management. This course explores human resources in a globally competitive business environment, the legal context of employment decisions, diversity, securing human resources, developing human resources, compensation, labor-management relations, and protecting and evaluating human resources.
Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BMGT 322 - Operations Management 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Study of approaches to the design of efficient operating systems including out put scheduling, inventory control, distribution planning and facilities location.
Prerequisite(s): STAT 216 or STAT 131 Course generally offered both semesters.
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BMGT 327 - Risk Management & Insurance 3 credits (Lec: 3 hrs.)
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BMGT 329 - Human Resource Management 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Analyzes practical aspects of personnel management through readings, cases and exercises dealing with the activities of human resource administration.
Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BMGT 335W - Management and Organization 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A study of the basic principles and functions of management invoked in planning, organizing, influencing, and controlling a business organization.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or consent of instructor. Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course generally offered both semesters.
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BMGT 353W - Organizational Behavior 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A study of the behavior, attitudes and performance of workers in an organizational setting; the organization’s and group’s effects on the worker’s perceptions, feelings and actions; the environment’s effect on the organization and its human resources and goals; and the effect of the workers on the organization and it’s effectiveness.
Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing or consent of instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BMGT 362 - Labor Relations & Collective Bargaining 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Analyzes the economics of labor-management relationships with emphasis on the philosophy and practice of collective bargaining.
Prerequisite(s): BMGT 335W or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BMGT 426W - Strategic Management 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A capstone course that integrates subject matter from other business courses and disciplines in the discussion and analysis of strategic management, business policy, and organizational propetblems. Extensive case-study pedagogy is used to integrate and apply concepts and knowledge to real-world problems.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing required. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BMGT 448W - Entrepreneurship 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Study of new venture creation with emphasis on the highly technical, engineering or mining oriented business. Investigation of securing venture capital, preparation of a business plan, mergers, acquisitions and the new issues market.
Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing or consent of instructor. Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BMGT 491 - Special Topics Variable
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BMGT 498 - Internship Variable
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BMIS 311 - Management Information Systems 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course continues the work began in Computer Applications 158. Through some unstructured exercises and case studies, students will be expected to apply the skills learned in previous courses to develop creative and innovative solutions to a variety of business and non-business problems, while gaining additional proficiency in the use of the advanced features of Microsoft Access.
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BMIS 320 - Business Modeling 3 credits (Hrs: 2 lec, 3 lab)
Through the use of exercises and case studies of intermediate complexity, students will apply knowledge and skills acquired in Computer Applications 156 and 158, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access and in other business courses, to develop creative and innovative solutions to a variety of business problems, while gaining additional proficiency in the use of the advanced features of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access.
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BMIS 375 - Data Analytics 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
Using an agile project management methodology, students will develop knowledge and skills in data analytics to provide creative and innovative solutions to a variety of business, science, and engineering problems, while gaining proficiency in the use of current data analytics software.
Corequisite(s): STAT 131 or STAT 216 or STAT 332
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BMIS 415 - Management of Information Technology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Directed at future business decision-makers, this course addresses key areas of managing the acquisition, implementation, and use of information technology in a business enterprise, including the management of hardware and software implementation projects, the technology policy making, and information technology security.
Prerequisite(s): BMIS 311 or ACTG 321 ; Course generally offered 1st semester.
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BMIS 416 - Enterprise Systems and Industry Software 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course exposes the student to both enterprise and industry-specific systems employed in a variety of industries. Students will be introduced to the basic concepts and practices of Enterprise Systems (ES) and will also research and examine current software used in their industry of choice. Industry standard Enterprise Systems, such as SAP and Oracle, will be used for discussing and illustrating the ES concepts. The implementation and use of this software will be examined, with particular emphasis on its capabilities to support business decision-making.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BMIS 453 - Business Intelligence and Big Data Analytics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
Business intelligence and analytics is key to enabling successful competition in today’s world of “big data”. Businesses, governments, and individuals create massive collections of data as a by-product of their activity. Increasingly, decision-makers and systems rely on intelligent technology to analyze data systematically to improve decision-making. This course focuses on helping students understand how to best leverage business intelligence and analytics to make smarter decisions and generate better results for their organizations. Students have an opportunity to apply the concepts, principles, and methods associated with four areas of analytics (text, descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive) to real problems in an application domain associated with their area of interest.
Prerequisite(s): STAT 131 or STAT 216
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BMIS 491 - Special Topics Variable
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BMIS 498 - Internship Variable
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BMKT 325W - Principles of Marketing 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Emphasizes the functions of marketing management in terms of environment, research, pricing, promotion, distribution and product development.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or Consent of Instructor. Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course generally offered both semesters.
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BMKT 337 - Consumer Behavior 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course examines the basic concepts and principles in customer behavior, from determining customers’ needs and wants to providing customer satisfaction and maintaining customer relationships, with the goal of understanding how these ideas can be used to influence marketing decision making. Topics covered include customer psychological processes (e.g., motivation, perception, attitudes, and decision-making) and their impact on marketing (e.g., segmentation, branding, customer satisfaction).
Prerequisite(s): or consent of instructor Course generally offered first semester.
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BMKT 342 - Marketing Research 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Development of a framework for use in small-scale market research. Explores mathematical modeling to investigate such issues as pricing, competitive strategy and allocation problems.
Prerequisite(s): BMKT 325W . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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BMKT 343 - Integrated Marketing Communications 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course provides students with a broad introduction to the escalating world known as integrated marketing communications (IMC). Students will develop skills that are essential to building lucrative brands and effective customer relationships. Students will study and apply the marketing mix across various product/service life stages of a company.
Prerequisite(s): or consent of instructor Generally offered second semester.
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BMKT 449 - Strategic Marketing Management 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course focuses on issues on significant strategic issues such as the selection of businesses and segments in which to compete, how to allocate resources across businesses, and segments, and the elements of the marketing mix. Students will develop skills in formulating and implementing marketing strategies for products, services, brands and businesses. The course will explore such issues as how to design optimal strategies for various components of the product life cycle.
Prerequisite(s): or consent of instructor. Generally offered second semester.
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BMKT 491 - Special Topics Variable
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BMKT 498 - Internship Variable
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CAPP 131 - Basic MS Office 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course is a basic introduction into the various capabilities and uses of the microcomputer. The student is exposed to the major areas of microcomputer usage in business today using operating system and application software including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation. Emphasis is placed in problem solving, thinking creatively, individual responsibility, and time management. Hands-on computer projects are assigned to assist students in comprehending the overall concepts of microcomputers.
Course generally offered both semesters.
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CAPP 156 - MS Excel 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Provides the student with skills in spreadsheet construction. Areas of instruction include worksheet construction, formatting, charting and chart enhancements, multiple worksheets, special functions, database operations, macros, operations including list data, scenario management, and pivot tables. Import/export operations involving spreadsheet data, hyperlinks and an introduction to Visual Basic for Applications programming language is included This course will prepare the student to take the Proficient level Certified Microsoft Office User Exam for Microsoft Excel.
Prerequisite(s): Freshman or higher on the north campus. Third semester or higher on the south campus. Course generally offered both semesters.
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CAPP 158 - MS Access 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course will provide an in-depth use of current database software to provide an understanding of relational database systems. The course will include how to create and maintain a database. Functions include how to create forms, reports, queries, and custom reports. Also, this course will integrate Access with the web and other software programs, automate tasks with macros, use and write Visual Basics for Applications Code, and manage and secure a database Emphasis is placed on problem solving, thinking creatively, individual responsibility and self management. Hands-on computer projects are assigned to assist students in comprehending overall database management concepts.
Prerequisite(s): Freshman or higher on the North Campus or third semester of higher on the South Campus. Course generally offered both semesters.
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CAPP 163 - Introduction to Game Design 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course covers basic game design concepts and givesstudents an opportunity to play and design their own games in live space, as paper prototypes, and in the computer. It also covers genre and cultural significance of games, game mechanics, and the role of narrative and play.
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CAPP 270 - Oracle 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course offers students an extensive introduction to data server technology. The class covers the concepts of both relational and object relational databases and the powerful SQL programming language. Students are taught to create and maintain database objects and to store, retrieve, and manipulate data. Students learn to retrieve data by using advanced techniques such as ROLLUP, CUBE, set operators, and hierarchical retrieval. Students also learn to write SQL and SQL *Plus script files using the iSQL *Plus tool to generate report-like output. Demonstrations and hands-on practice reinforce the fundamental concepts.
Course generally offered 1st semester.
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CET 210 - Soil Materials & Testing 2 credits
This class will introduce you to the theory and procedures for testing soils and fine aggregates. You will learn how to follow standardized ASTM, AASHTO, and MT Dept. of Trans. testing procedures. Topics will include soil types, moisture content and relative density, grain size analysis, plastic properties, compaction, and soil classification systems.
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CHEM 5506 - Polymer Chemistry 3 credits Hrs. 3 Lec
Covers the structure, synthesis, kinetics, distribution, conformations, and morphology of polymers.
Prerequisite(s): or and Generally offered during 2nd semester alternating years.
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CHEM 6970 - Special Topics (Variable)
Individual problems suitable for graduate study are assigned. Students submit written and oral reports for each problem.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
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CHEM 6990 - Dissertation (Variable)
Doctoral dissertation research activities.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
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CHIN 101 - Elementary Chinese I 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This introductory course will focus the Mandarin Chinese sound system (Pinyin) and the rudiments of the traditional Chinese writing system, as they apply to a practical use of the language. Written applications will be introduced with pen, paper, and word processing exercises. Chinese culture will be introduced through language experiences as well as interactive and hands-on activities. These will include activities on Chinese history and philosophy, cooking and eating techniques, holidays, festivals, and folktales.
This course will follow the Elementary Chinese I to continue to refine and further develop students’ abilities in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in modern standard Chinese. More real-world context topics and themes will be used which enable students to learn Chinese in a more efficient and pragmatic way, and to develop their language proficiency in real-life situations. Interactive pedagogical instruction will be used in this course to increase opportunities for students to use the language in real-world situation.
Humanities Core Course generally offered 1st semester.
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CHIN 102 - Elementary Chinese II 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course is generally offered 2nd semester. Humanities Core
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