BIOLOGY (BIOL)

BIOL 2200. Biological Principles I. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: All learning support courses, if required; Corequisite: BIOL 2200L. An organismal approach to biology. Topics include population genetics, evolution, ecology, behavior and structure/function relationships. For science majors.

BIOL 2200L. Biological Principles I Laboratory. 0-3-1. Prerequisite: All learning support courses, if required; Corequisite: Biol 2200. Emphasis is on the collection and analysis of data from exercises dealing with population genetics and ecology. Fetal pig dissection is included.

BIOL 2201. Biological Principles II. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: CHEM 1211/1211L; Corequisite: BIOL 2201L. A cellular approach to biology. Topics include cell chemistry, cell structure and function, energy metabolism and cell differentiation, and techniques used to study them. For science majors.

BIOL 2201L. Biological Principles II Laboratory. 0-3-1. Prerequisite: CHEM 1211/1211L; Corequisite: BIOL 2201. Laboratories employ principles of spectrophotometry and differential centrifugation to examine enzyme kinetics, quantification of protein and subcellular fractionation.

BIOL 2221. Human Anatomy & Physiology I. 3-0-3. Corequisite: CHEM 1151 and CHEM 1151L or SCI 2205. The course begins with cellular chemistry and function and continues through the nervous, endocrine, skeletal and muscular systems. Homeostasis and structural and functional relationships will be emphasized. Primarily recommended for students interested in nursing, physical therapy and health, physical education and sports science. Cannot be used for credit toward a degree in Biology.

BIOL 2221L. Human Anatomy & Physiology I Laboratory. 0-2-1. Corequisite: BIOL 2221. Basic anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, nervous, endocrine, and muscular systems. Structural and functional relationships will be emphasized.

BIOL 2222. Human Anatomy & Physiology II. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2221. A continuation of Biology 2221. Emphasizes homeostasis and structural and functional relationships in the study of cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, digestive, and reproductive systems. Primarily recommended for students interested in nursing, physical therapy and health, physical education, and sports science. Cannot be used for credit toward a degree in Biology.

BIOL 2222L. Human Anatomy & Physiology II Laboratory. 0-2-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2221/2221L; Corequisite: BIOL 2222. Basic anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Structural and functional relationships will be emphasized.

BIOL 2261. Fundamental Microbiology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2221/2221L; Corequisite: BIOL 2261L. Basic principles and techniques of microbiology emphasizing the various types of microbes, their morphology, metabolic processes and their relationships to humans. Primarily for nursing majors. Cannot be used for credit toward a degree in Biology.

BIOL 2261L. Fundamental Microbiology Laboratory. 0-2-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2221/2221L; Corequisite: BIOL 2261. The application of basic principles and techniques of microbiology emphasizing fundamental isolation, identification, and culture techniques.

BIOL 3300. Genetics. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L. Principles of genetics including classical, molecular, population genetics and cytogenetics. Importance of genetics as a foundation for other divisions of biology is stressed.

BIOL 3300L. Genetics Laboratory. 0-2-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L; Corequisite: BIOL 3300. This laboratory course will explore concepts in both transmission and molecular genetics. Laboratory exercises will demonstrate the principles of segregation and independent assortment. Sex linkage, epistatic relationships, and the principles of human karyotyping will also be examined. Exercises in molecular genetics will introduce students to the process of recombinant DNA technology and will demonstrate the principles involved in molecular separation techniques.

BIOL 3310. Invertebrate Zoology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L. Corequisite: BIOL 3310L. An examination of environmental influences on the evolution of the invertebrates including anatomy, physiology and phylogeny of invertebrates.

BIOL 3310L. Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory. 0-2-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L; Corequisite: BIOL 3310. Students will observe and dissect a selected group of invertebrate organisms as well as design and conduct studies of invertebrate physiology, diversity, distribution, and behavior. A term project is required.

BIOL 3315. Vertebrate Zoology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L. Corequisite: BIOL 3315L. An examination of the phylogenetic relationships, evolutionary origins and life history traits of the vertebrates.

BIOL 3315L. Vertebrate Zoology Laboratory. 0-2-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L; Corequisite: BIOL 3315. Laboratories will emphasize the identification of North American vertebrates as well as examine the relationships between morphology and taxonomy.

BIOL 3317. Pathophysiology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2222/2222L, 2261/2261L. Examines the biological basis of common, clinical disease states. Pathophysiology is treated as a disruption of normal homeostatic mechanisms that progresses beyond the normal compensatory capabilities of the human body.

BIOL 3320. Plant Morphology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L. Corequisite: BIOL 3320L. Evolutionary trends and relationships of major groups of nonvascular and vascular plants as seen in vegetative and reproductive morphology, life cycles and paleobotany.

BIOL 3320L. Plant Morphology Laboratory. 0-2-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L; Corequisite: BIOL 3320. Students will observe and dissect selected groups of nonvascular and vascular plants, with emphasis on evolutionary trends and relationships.

BIOL 3327. Medical Genetics. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 3300/3300L or consent of instructor. An introduction to the principles of medical genetics and the application of these principles to human genetic disorders. Topics include inborn errors of metabolism, cytogenetic anomalies, neural tube defects, and application of molecular genetics to the diagnosis of specific disorders. Genetic counseling procedures, prenatal options and the ethical dilemmas generated as a result of these options will also be discussed.

BIOL 3335. Natural History of Georgia. 1-6-4. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L. This course examines the flora, fauna, geology and environments of selected Georgia ecosystems. The historical and geological development of the state's major habitats and landforms are examined by way of a series of weekend field trips.

BIOL 3338. Histology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L. Corequisite: BIOL 3338L. An investigation of structural and functional relationships in animal tissues.

BIOL 3338L. Histology Laboratory. 0-2-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L. Corequisite: BIOL 3338. Laboratory studies of cells, tissues, and organs to understand their structural organization from normal animal specimens.

BIOL 3340. Microbiology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L.A study of prokaryotic and unicellular eukaryotic organisms emphasizing morphology, physiology, control, identification, symbiotic relationships and practical applications. Immunology is studied as a response of vertebrates to microbial infection.

BIOL 3340L. Microbiology Laboratory. 0-3-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L; Corequisite: BIOL 3340. This course emphasizes basic microbiology methods, focusing on the culturing and identification of bacteria and other organisms. The role of microbes in the environment and in medicine is also investigated.

BIOL 3350. Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L; Corequisite: BIOL 3350L. A survey of representative vertebrates and related chordates emphasizing phylogeny and anatomical adaptations. Evolutionary trends are examined in the context of large-scale environmental changes that have occurred over geological time.

BIOL 3350L. Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Laboratory. 0-2-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L; Corequisite: BIOL 3350. Students will dissect a selected group of vertebrate organisms.

BIOL 3370. Ecology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L. Relationships among living organisms and their environments at the individual, population, community and biosphere levels.

BIOL 3370L. Ecology Laboratory. 0-2-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L; Corequisite: BIOL 3370. Laboratory and field activities will emphasize environmental sampling procedures and statistical analysis of sampling data.

BIOL 3371. Limnology. 2-4-4. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L. This course will develop a comprehensive and integrated understanding of physical, chemical and biological processes occurring in lakes, streams and estuaries. The approach will use the scientific method to investigate and contrast basic ecological processes operating in various systems. Students will generate hypotheses from an initial collection of data and from lectures on various limnologic parameters (e.g. light, nutrients, productivity, community structure, pollutants.) Students will test specific hypotheses by developing and implementing field surveys and experimental manipulations.

BIOL 3375. Behavioral Biology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L or comparable research methods course. See Biology/Physics Department Chair for approval of other courses. Corequisite: BIOL 3375L. A survey of the major concepts of neurophysiology, ethnology and behavioral ecology, including the behavior of social organisms.

BIOL 3375L. Behavioral Biology Laboratory. 0-2-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L or comparable research methods course. See Biology/Physics Department Chair for approval of other courses; Corequisite: BIOL 3375. Laboratory and field activities emphasize a quantitative, hypothesis testing approach to observing the behavior of animals.

BIOL 3380. Evolution and Biosystematics. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 3300. Principles of evolutionary biology and systematics including discussions of natural selection, adaptation, population genetics, speciation, and phylogeny reconstruction. The applications of evolutionary biology to areas such as conservation biology, medicine, and agriculture are discussed.

BIOL 3390. Developmental Biology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 3000/3000L. Corequisite: BIOL 3390L. Developmental process of animals and plants from formation of gametes through the embryonic stages, birth, maturation and aging. Emphasis on anatomical development, experimental embryology and molecular mechanisms of cellular differentiation.

BIOL 3390L. Developmental Biology Laboratory. 0-3-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 3300/3300L; Corequisite: BIOL 3390. Laboratory studies in developmental biology techniques, including plant and animal cell and tissue cultures.

BIOL 3396. Cooperative Study. 1-2. Prerequisite: Approval of Biology/Physics Department Chair and Coordinator of Cooperative Education/ Internships (Career Services). A supervised work experience program for a minimum of two academic semesters at a previously approved site in business, industry or government or a private agency. For sophomore, junior or senior level students who wish to obtain successive on-the-job experience in conjunction with their academic training.

BIOL 3398. Internship. 1-12. Prerequisite: Approval of major area committee and Biology/Physics Department Chair prior to registration. A supervised, credit-earning work experience of one academic semester with a previously approved business firm, private agency or government agency. Credit is allowed only in elective areas.

BIOL 3399. Seminar. 1-0-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L or permission of instructor. Selected topics of current interest, to be announced. May be taken only two times for credit.

BIOL 4400. Directed Study. 1-4. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, major area committee and Biology/Physics Department Chair prior to registration.Selected topics of an advanced nature, which may include original research projects. Up to four hours may be applied to the major area.

BIOL 4410. Cell and Molecular Biology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 3300, CHEM 3361. Cellular function and genetic principles from an experimental point of view. Emphasis on functional interactions among cellular substructures, regulation of cellular biosynthetic activity, molecular genetics, and evaluation of experimental data.

BIOL 4415. DNA Technology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 3300. This course will explore the scientific revolution fostered by the myriad of technologies involving DNA. The course will present the basic concepts and methodologies employed in various aspects of DNA technology followed by a range of applications. The applications will include investigations of population dynamics and evolutionary relationships, the production of pharmaceutical products and vaccines, diagnosis of infectious diseases and genetic disorders, gene therapy, forensic investigation, and the production of genetically engineered organisms. The various aspects of DNA technology will be examined using extensive classroom activities such as modeling, discussion of case studies, and examination of data sets from the current literature. Case studies will also be used to examine the social implications and ethical considerations involved in the utilization of these technologies.

BIOL 4420. Plant Physiology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L, CHEM 3361. Metabolic and physical processes of plants, emphasizing photosynthesis, respiration, water relationships, mineral utilization and hormonal reactions.

BIOL 4420L. Plant Physiology Laboratory. 0-2-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L; CHEM 3361/3361L; Corequisite: BIOL 4420. Both classical and current approaches will be used to examine nutrition, transport, photosynthesis, and development in plants.

BIOL 4427. Chromosome Preparation & Analysis. 2-3-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 3300/3300L; Corequisite: BIOL 3327. An extensive preparatory course designed to give students hands-on experience with the methods used in the preparation of human chromosomes. Collection techniques, culture procedures, harvesting protocol and slide preparation will be followed by analysis and interpretation of karyotypes. Laboratory will emphasize proper use of the microscope, as well as processing of film and prints.

BIOL 4431. Human Physiology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L; CHEM 3361. Corequisite: BIOL 4431L. A course in human systems physiology in which the principle of homeostasis will be used to understand how function is integrated from the cellular to the organismal level. The course will focus on the nervous, endocrine, muscular and cardiovascular systems. Critical thinking and quantitative methods will be emphasized.

BIOL 4431L. Human Physiology Laboratory. 0-2-1. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L; CHEM 3361/3361L; Corequisite: BIOL 4431. Laboratory application of modern techniques in cell and animal physiology with emphasis on quantitative data acquisition and analysis.

BIOL 4445. Molecular Methods in Genetics. 1-4-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 3300/3300L; Corequisite: One of the following: BIOL 4410, 4415, 4465, 4475. This laboratory intensive course will provide students with direct "hands-on" experience in the field of molecular genetics. Students will participate in the planning and implementation of a project that employs various methods currently being used in the field of molecular biology. Such methods may include, but will not be limited to, recombinant DNA technology and the polymerase chain reaction (PCR).

BIOL 4450. Team Research. 1-4. Prerequisite: BIOL 3300/3300L and permission of instructor. This course is a group experience in biological research in which class members form a research team to design, perform, analyze and write up for publication a single project or group of related projects under the supervision and direction of a faculty member.

BIOL 4465. Immunology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 3300; BIOL 3340 recommended. Immunology will explore current concepts of the immune system. Emphasis will be placed on the induction of the immune response, on the mechanism(s) of those responses, and on the mechanism(s) by which the immune system protects against disease. The development and the role of each of the components involved in the immune response as well as immunological applications will be discussed.

BIOL 4475. Virology. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 3300; BIOL 3340 recommended. This course will explore current concepts associated with the field of virology. The structure and genetic composition of viruses as well as strategies for replication and expression of viral genetic material will be explored. Mechanisms of viral pathogenesis will be presented. In addition, current methods for viral diagnostics, prevention of viral infection and treatment of infected individuals will be presented within the context of viruses of historical significance as well as newly emergent viruses of current medical concern. Novel infectious agents such as satellites, viroids and prions will also be discussed.

BIOL 4486. Bioethics. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: BIOL 2200/2200L, 2201/2201L, senior standing (90 credit hours) or consent of instructor. This course will enable the student to think more critically about some of the difficult moral problems which arise in the practice of science and from our contemporary understanding of living systems. Readings and discussion will focus on issues of personal decision making and public policy regarding both biomedical and environmental issues.

BIOL 4490. Special Topics in Biology. 1-4. Prerequisite: Varies as to topic. Selected special or current topics of interest to faculty and students. See semester schedule.

BIOL 4610. Advanced Topics in Anatomy & Physiology. 1-4. Prerequisite: One course from Anatomy & Physiology area. Advanced topic in physiology that may fit the needs and interests of students and faculty. Such topics might include advances in laboratory techniques, microbial physiology and cellular physiology. Can be taken only once for credit toward degree.

BIOL 4620. Advanced Topics in Ecology & Evolution. 1-4. Prerequisite: BIOL 3370 or BIOL 3380. Advanced topics in ecology and evolution that may fit the needs and interests of students and faculty. Such topics might include advanced lab and field techniques, microbial ecology, evolution of specific taxa, biology of gender. Can be taken only once for credit toward degree.

BIOL 4630. Advanced Topics in Cell & Molecular Biology. 1-4. Prerequisite: One course from cell biology area. Advanced topics in cell or molecular biology that may fit the needs and interests of students and faculty. Such topics might include advanced genetics, microbial genetics, biology of cancer or biotechnology. Can be taken only once for credit toward degree.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BUSA)

BUSA 1000. Introduction to Business. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Freshman or sophomore standing; Nonbusiness Majors: None. Broad spectrum analysis of business enterprise, its nature, environment, organization, management, operation and control procedures.

BUSA 3396. Cooperative Study. 1-3 credit hours. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business and approval of the Coordinator of cooperative education/internships (KSU Career Services); Nonbusiness Majors: Not available to nonbusiness majors. A supervised work-experience program for a minimum of two academic semesters at a site in business, industry or government. For sophomore, junior or senior level students who wish to obtain successive on-the-job experience in conjunction with their academic training.

BUSA 3398. Internship. 1-9 credit hours. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business and approval of the Coordinator of cooperative education/internships (KSU Career Services); Nonbusiness Majors: Not available to nonbusiness majors. A supervised, credit-earning work experience of one academic semester with a previously approved business firm or government agency. A research paper is required to receive credit. For junior or senior students who wish to participate in an on-the-job experience in which they may apply their academic training. The work experience may not be with a current employer. The course will be graded on an S-U basis. Credit is allowed only in elective area.

BUSA 4123. Honors Consulting Seminar. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to Coles College of Business, 60 credit hours with a GPA of 3.0 or higher or by permission of instructor. Nonbusiness Majors: Not available to nonbusiness majors. Designed to allow students to apply their academic business knowledge to business and nonprofit organizations in a student-consultant capacity. Problem-finding and problem-solving skills will be taught, along with techniques for successful implementation. Students will work closely with the Kennesaw State University Small Business Development Center and with the U.S. Small Business Administration. This course represents an opportunity for business majors to improve their skills through a creative, challenging and enjoyable experience.

BUSA 4162. Public Relations. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to Coles College of Business. Nonbusiness Majors: 60 credit hours. Provides an understanding of the profession, the practice and the process of public relations as it relates to influencing public opinion, publicity, communication with critical publics (employees, communities, media, investors) and organizational decision making.

BUSA 4163. Managerial Communication Skills. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to Coles College of Business and ENGL 102. Nonbusiness Majors: 60 credit hours including ENGL 102. Practices, strategies and skills for effective managerial communication with an emphasis on situational-appropriate writing, presenting and interpersonal communication skills for the professional. Concentration on recent technological advances in communication.

BUSA 4164. Managerial Effectiveness Seminar. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to Coles College of Business, 60 credit hours with a GPA of 3.0 or higher or by permission of instructor. Nonbusiness Majors: Not available to nonbusiness majors. A comprehensive in-depth study of generic managerial competencies associated with effective managerial performance. The course integrates theory with practice in organizational settings and focuses on developing greater awareness, understanding and skills in critical managerial behaviors. Utilizing diagnostic instruments, video technology and extensive feedback, the course provides the link between having the technical knowledge in a business discipline and effectively applying that knowledge in the organizational setting from a general manager's perspective.

BUSA 4400. Directed Study. 1-3 credit hours. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business and permission of instructor, and department chair prior to registration; Nonbusiness Majors: Permission of instructor, and department chair prior to registration. Special topics of an advanced nature not in the regular course offerings. BUSA 4490. Special Topics in Business Administration. 1-3 credit hours. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business and approval of instructor and department chair; Non business Majors: Approval of instructor and department chair. Selected special topics of interest to faculty and students.

BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT (BISM)

BISM 2100. Business Information Systems & Communication Fundamentals. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: all de Introductory course to (1) convey basic information system concepts; (2) enhance oral and written communication skills; and (3) develop proficiency in using business application software.

BISM 3100. Information Systems Management. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to Coles College of Business and MGT 3100; Nonbusiness Majors: MGT 3100. Illustrates the variety of applications for, and benefits from, computer-based information systems in business. Examines technical, people, and organizational issues in information systems planning, development, operation and control. Provides hands-on experience in developing a decision support system.

BISM 3200. Advanced Business Application Systems. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to Coles College of Business and MGT 3100; Nonbusiness Majors: 60 credit hours. The course surveys management-related issues regarding end-used computing. Incorporates advanced use of PC software packages to include electronic spreadsheets and database management systems.

BISM 4100. Business Systems Analysis and Design. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to Coles College of Business, BISM 3100 & BISM 3200; Nonbusiness Majors; BISM 3100 & BISM 3200. A study of the tools, techniques and documentation methods for analyzing and designing business information systems. Students will propose and develop an information system for an organizational unit.

BISM 4400. Directed Study. 1-3 Semester Hours. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business and approval of instructor, and department chair prior to registration; Nonbusiness Majors: Approval of instructor and department chair prior to registration. This is a special topics course of an advanced nature which focuses on information systems subject areas not covered in regular business course offerings.

BISM 4490. Special Topics in Business Information Systems. 1-3 Semester Hours. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business and approval of instructor and department chair; Nonbusiness Majors: 60 semester hours and approval of instructor and department chair. Selected topics of interest to faculty and students

BUSINESS LAW (BLAW)

BLAW 2200. Legal and Ethical Environment of Business. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: All developmental studies courses if required: Nonbusiness Majors: All developmental studies courses if required. Covers torts, contracts, government regulation of business and the legal system. Also addresses ethical issues arising in a business's internal and external relationships.

BLAW 3400. Negotiation. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business; Nonbusiness Majors: 60 semester hours. An examination of the theory and practice of negotiation. In addition to reviewing readings, students will participate in simulations and discuss negotiation cases to broaden their negotiating techniques.

BLAW 4100. Advanced Business Law. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business; Nonbusiness Majors: 60 semester hours; BLAW 2200 recommended. A study of legislation regulating business partnerships, corporations, commercial paper, secured transactions, sales, consumer credit and bankruptcy.

BLAW 4200. Employment Law. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business; Nonbusiness Majors; 60 semester hours; BLAW 2200 recommended. A study of the influence of law on the personnel function, with special emphasis on discrimination laws and affirmative action issues. Provides an overview of various federal laws such as the National Labor Relations Act, The Fair Labor Standards Act and ERISA.

BLAW 4300. Real Estate Law. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business; Nonbusiness Majors: 60 semester hours; BLAW 2200 recommended. Designed to provide the business student with an understanding of the nature, sources and principles of real estate law, and its importance in the business environment. Topics include: real property; contracts involving real estate deeds and titles; transfer of real estate, mortgages, liens, zoning and land use controls, condemnation, realty agents and landlord-tenant law.

BLAW 4400. Directed Study. 1 -3 semester hours. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business and approval of instructor and department chair prior to registration; Nonbusiness Majors: Approval of instructor and department chair prior to registration. Special topics of an advanced nature not in the regular course offerings.

BLAW 4490. Special Topics In Business Law. 1-3 semester hours. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business and approval of instructor and department chair; Nonbusiness Majors: 60 semester hours and approval of instructor and department chair. Selected topics of interest to faculty and students.

BLAW 4500. Franchise Law. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business; Nonbusiness Majors: 60 semester hours. Designed to provide the business student with an understanding of the nature, sources and principles of franchise law and its importance in the business environment. Topics include: fundamentals of franchising, intellectual property, FTC Rules and disclosure, requirements of franchise registration and business opportunity law and earnings claims.

BLAW 4600. International Law: Business Applications. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business; Nonbusiness Majors: 60 semester hours; BLAW 2200 recommended. Examines the international legal system and alternative means of international dispute resolution. Covers laws that determine when and under what conditions companies are allowed to do business abroad. Cases used to explore choosing the most appropriate business relationship and entering the most advantageous agreement.

BLAW 4960. Current Issues in Business Ethics and Law. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to Coles College of Business; Nonbusiness Majors: 60 semester hours. An examination of contemporary issues in legal and ethical behavior in organizations. Stresses the application of ethical principles to business.