May 24, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Art History

  
  • ARTH 278 - F/19th Century European Art from the French Revolution to the Post Impressionists


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    General Education Area(s): The Arts

    A study of how artists responded to social, cultural, and religious upheavals that led to the industrial revolution and the development of the modern city. Movements include: neo-classicism, romanticism, realism, impressionism and post-impressionism, with special attention to the rise of new media like photography, new techniques like painting outdoors directly from nature, and the increasing presence of women artists.

  
  • ARTH 280 - F/History of Art in the United States


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    General Education Area(s): The Arts

    A historical survey of the art and architecture of the United States from the Colonial period to the present.

  
  • ARTH 281 - F/M/Pre-Columbian and Latin American Art


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    General Education Area(s): The Arts, Other World Civilizations

    This course covers the art of Latin American from the Nineteenth to the Twenty-First Century and Latino Art in the United States. Course discussion will focus on social issues of politics, religion, gender, ethnicity, race and issues of connected to the creation of artistic centers in the Americas.

    Prerequisite(s):  or  
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
  
  • ARTH 287 - F/Avant-Garde Modernism (1900-1950)


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    General Education Area(s): The Arts

    The study of artistic responses to modernism’s utopian visions and the devastion of two world wars. Major art movements include: Primitivism, Expressionism, Fauvism, Cubism, Dada, Surrealism, the Bauhaus and Abstract Expressionism; artists include: Matisse, Picasso, Duchamp, Dali, Magritte, Kandinsky, Mondrian, and Pollock.

  
  • ARTH 300 - Major Artists and Issues: (subtitle)


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    This course will study an artist or artists or major issues in the history of art. Typical offerings are Michelangelo, Picasso and Matisse, Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, and Women and Art.

    Prerequisite(s): One 100- or 200-level art history course or permission of the instructor.
  
  • ARTH 302 - Latin American Art From Late Colonial to Contemporary


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    This course covers selected special topics in the art of Latin America from the Nineteenth to the Twenty-First Century and Latino Art in the United States. Course discussion will focus on social issues of politics, religion, gender, ethnicity, race and issues of connected to the creation of artistic centers in the Americas.

    Prerequisite(s):  
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
  
  • ARTH 310 - Women Gender and Art


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    This course will look at gender as a process of creation of images and image making in the history of western art from antiquity to the present, emphasizing modern and contemporary art The course will examine the works and lives of artists from a gender and/or transgender perspective and the social conditions that have affected the definition and manifestation of gender and its role in creativity and in the careers of individual artists. In addition, the course will explore the challenges that the gender issues have posed to subject matter and content for works of western art. In so doing, the methodologies of art history will be employed.

    Prerequisite(s):  or  or  
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
  
  • ARTH 378 - Museum Studies


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    This course is intended to acquaint students with museum practices and theory, approaches to scholarly research, business and curatorial practices, connected professional organizations and national and international issues faced by museums. Aspects of display design, museum education, transport of work, as well as study of different types of museums is included in the course content.

    Prerequisite(s):  and  
    Offered: Every other year
  
  • ARTH 384 - Baroque Art in Italy, Spain, France, and The Netherlands


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    A seminar on the art of the Protestant Reformation and the Catholic Counter-Reformation. The Baroque was an era of artistic diversity and religious change that ushered in the Modern Era. Here, Baroque art will be explored within the societal and religious controversies that gave it aesthetic and ideological purpose.

    Prerequisite(s): One 100- or 200-level art history course or permission of instructor.
  
  • ARTH 387 - Research Methods in Art History


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    A study of the history of art history as a discipline and an analysis of diverse art, historical methodologies and theories. Intensive reading and writing, with stress on research skills, writing techniques, oral presentations and class discussion. Graduate school and career options will be explored.

    Prerequisite(s): Non art history majors/minors or museum studies minors with significant art history background must receive permission from the instructor.
    Restricted to: Art history majors, art history minors, museum studies minors
  
  • ARTH 393 - Honors Thesis


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 0
    Non-Lecture: 6
    This is a year-long independent study project, of which Part I is a Directed Study (), with ARTH 393 being Part II towards completion of the Senior Thesis. This yearlong project is optional and is reserved for advanced students and is not necessary for the fulfillment of the requirements of the Major.

    Offered: By individual arrangement
  
  • ARTH 399 - Directed Study


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1-3
    An opportunity for motivated students to conduct independent research in an area of interest while working with a faculty member on an individual basis.

    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment by advisement and by written permission of instructor and department chairperson.
    Offered: By individual arrangement

Astronomy

  
  • ASTR 100 - Introductory Astronomy


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    A summary of modern astronomy: the solar system, stars, galaxies, and the structure of the observable universe. Counts for Natural Science general education credit only if  is taken concurrently.

    Corequisite(s): .
  
  • ASTR 101 - N/Introductory Astronomy Laboratory


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture: 0
    Non-Lecture: 2
    General Education Area(s): Natural Sciences

    An introductory laboratory experience to help students understand astronomy. Activities include taking data, statistical analysis, and comparison with theoretical models. Laboratories will include material from observations of planets, the sun, stars, and galaxies.

    Corequisite(s): .
  
  • ASTR 105 - The Solar System


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    This course is an introduction to the solar system. Topics studied will include the motions of the night sky, the historical and scientific underpinnings of the Copernican revolution, and a look at our modern understanding of the bodies that make up our solar system, including planets, dwarf planets, moons, asteroids, comets. The course will also explore how and what we know about planetary bodies orbiting other stars.

    Corequisite(s):  or permission of instructor.
    Offered: Every fall
  
  • ASTR 106 - N/The Solar System Laboratory


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture: 0
    Non-Lecture: 2
    General Education Area(s): Natural Sciences

    A laboratory experience to complement the material covered in . Lab activities will include analyzing and interpreting data on Kepler’s Laws, optics, and planetary systems.

    Corequisite(s):  or .
    Offered: Every fall
  
  • ASTR 110 - N/Stars and Galaxies


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    General Education Area(s): Natural Sciences

    An introduction to our modern understanding of the universe. Topics studied will include the interaction between light and matter, the formation, structure and evolution of stars, and galaxy kinematics and morphology. The course will also explore our understanding of the universe as a whole, from its origin to present structure, to possible fates.

    Corequisite(s):  or permission of instructor.
    Offered: Every spring
  
  • ASTR 111 - N/Stars and Galaxies Laboratory


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture: 0
    Non-Lecture: 2
    General Education Area(s): Natural Sciences

    A laboratory experience to complement the material covered in . Labs activities will include spectroscopy, Kepler’s Laws, and analyzing and interpreting data on stars, galaxies, and the universe.

    Corequisite(s):  or .
    Offered: Every spring

Biochemistry

  
  • BCHM 393 - Honors Research


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture: 0
    Non-Lecture: 12
    Individual research at the molecular level on a topic of biochemical interest with a member of the Biology or Chemistry Department. A thesis that includes a statement of the research goals, pertinent background information, experimental procedures, analysis of data, and a discussion of the results is submitted at the completion of the project. After the thesis is accepted, the student gives an oral presentation in the department in which the research was done.

    Prerequisite(s): 2 credits of  or , or equivalent research experience.

    Enrollment is by invitation of the Biochemistry Coordinating Committee. The student must have completed the biochemistry program through  and  with a GPA of 3.30, and have an overall GPA of 3.25

     
    Offered: By individual arrangement


Biology

  
  • BIOL 103 - Human Biology


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    Designed for non-majors. Principles of basic human functions are discussed and applied to prepare the student for making broad-based value judgments. Practical questions of modern life are treated scientifically from a biological viewpoint. Counts for general education only if  is taken concurrently.

    Offered: Every spring
  
  • BIOL 104 - N/Human Biology Laboratory


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture: 0
    Non-Lecture: 2
    General Education Area(s): Natural Sciences

    Laboratory studies in human biology. Experiments are directed toward understanding sensory, voluntary, and involuntary functions.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s):  or permission of instructor.
    Offered: Every spring
  
  • BIOL 105 - N/Contemporary Biology


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    General Education Area(s): Natural Sciences

    Biology applied directly to contemporary personal, social, and environmental problems; the biological problems evolving from technology; and current suggestions offered by leading biologists on solving these problems. To receive credit for the Natural Science Core, students must also take the laboratory .

    Corequisite(s): .
    Offered: Every fall
  
  • BIOL 106 - N/Contemporary Biology Laboratory


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture: 0
    Non-Lecture: 2
    General Education Area(s): Natural Sciences

    Laboratory studies in Contemporary Biology. Experiments are directed toward understanding current issues in biology such as those concerned with genetics, development and neurobiology. Emphasis is on the practical use of the methods of science.

    Corequisite(s):  or permission of instructor.
    Offered: Every fall
  
  • BIOL 116 - N/General Biology Laboratory


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 2
    Lecture: 1
    Non-Lecture: 3
    General Education Area(s): Natural Sciences

    An introductory experience which develops laboratory and analytical skills in the biological sciences.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s):  or .
    Offered: Every fall and spring
  
  • BIOL 117 - General Biology: Cells, Genetics, Evolution


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    An introductory course in the biological sciences covering cells, information coding and transfer, evolution, and diversity of unicellular organisms. This course will emphasize examples from both the plant and animal kingdoms using an integrated approach. Counts for general education only when taken with . Intended for science majors and other well-prepared students.

    Prerequisite(s): High School biology and chemistry.
    Offered: Every fall
  
  • BIOL 119 - N/General Biology: Diversity, Physiology, Ecology


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    General Education Area(s): Natural Sciences

    An introductory course in the biological sciences covering animal diversity, animal biology, plant biology, and ecology. Counts for general education only when taken with .

    Prerequisite(s): .
    Offered: Every spring
  
  • BIOL 128 - Freshman Experience in Biology


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture: 1
    Non-Lecture: 0
    This course is intended for students considering a major in Biology or Biochemistry. It is meant to engage students in their academic program and the college. The goals of the course are to give students a sense of community, provide help with study skills and introduce students to resources available at the college. This course is designed for freshmen. Other students may be able to enroll if space permits.

    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Graded: S/U


  
  • BIOL 203 - Principles of Ecology


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    A study of the interrelationship of organisms and their environment. Emphasis is placed upon levels of ecological organization.

    Prerequisite(s):  and .
    Offered: Every fall and spring
  
  • BIOL 204 - Ecology Laboratory


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture: 0
    Non-Lecture: 3
    Selected laboratory research projects in levels of ecological organization from organisms to populations, communities, and ecosystems.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s):  
    Offered: Every fall and spring
  
  • BIOL 210 - Nutrition


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    The biology and chemistry of nutrients are discussed with special emphasis on their role in human physiology. Normal nutrition throughout the life cycle, nutrition in sports, weight management, and diseases resulting from improper nutrition are also considered. May not be used toward the major.

    Prerequisite(s): One 100-level course in Biology
    Offered: Every fall
  
  • BIOL 216 - Biology Second Year Laboratory


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture: 0
    Non-Lecture: 3
    This course is designed for second year Biology and Biochemistry majors. It will include modules centered around Ecology, Genetics and Cell biology. Students will be introduced to select experimental techniques and experimental design that reflect contemporary practices in each of these areas. The course will count as a 200 level lab for the Biology BS and BA and as an elective for the Biochemistry BS degree.

    Prerequisite(s):  and .
    Offered: Every fall and spring
  
  • BIOL 220 - Research Techniques in Biology:(subtitle)


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture: 0
    Non-Lecture: 3
    A sophomore laboratory designed for students who want to explore the process of science in the research setting. Groups of students will have a chance to carry out experiments in biology that are aimed at exploring a specific problem at the forefront of knowledge. The subspecialty of this offering is (subtitle).

    Prerequisite(s): Biology or Biochemistry Majors with Sophomore status; May be taken only once for credit.
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
  
  • BIOL 222 - Genetics


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    An in-depth treatment of heredity, the gene, and the function of genetic material at the individual and population levels.

    Prerequisite(s):  and ,   or ,  or  

     
    Offered: Every fall and spring

  
  • BIOL 223 - Genetics Laboratory


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture: 0
    Non-Lecture: 3
    Selected experiments which demonstrate principles of genetics.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): .
    Offered: Every fall and spring
  
  • BIOL 235 - M/Disease and the Developing World


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    General Education Area(s): Other World Civilizations

    An examination of the biology of disease in developing countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. This course will explore the biology of infectious diseases and their influences on history and culture of these regions as well as the social and economic impact of disease for contemporary societies. Topics addressed will also include prospects for change through current scientific research on treatment and control.

    Prerequisite(s):  and .
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
  
  • BIOL 271 - Heredity


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture: 3
    Non-Lecture: 0
    For the non-major or Biology minor who is interested in the genetics of humans and the impact of genetics on human life. Topics such as human genetic disorders, social genetics, race and speciation, mutations, and agricultural genetics are discussed throughout the course. May not be used toward the major.

    Prerequisite(s): One 100-level course in Biology.
    Offered: Every fall and spring
  
  • BIOL 281 - Introduction to Research


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture: 1
    Non-Lecture: 0
    Students will meet once a week to discuss the process of biological research. Seminar presentations by local faculty and visiting scientists will expose students to the variety of research currently being conducted at Geneseo and elsewhere. Students will explore their own research ideas to develop a project proposal that could potentially be carried out at Geneseo. Class activities will emphasize the intellectual skills and process required to develop such a project. Intended for sophomores and juniors in the Biology and Biochemistry majors. NOTE: This course may not be used for Biology elective credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Proficiency in Basic Requirements and  or .
    Offered: Not on a regular basis
    Restricted to: Majors
    Graded: S/U


  
  • BIOL 297 - Lab Assistant for Introductory Biology Courses


    2020-2021 Catalog Year

    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture: 0
    Non-Lecture: 3
    Students will assist undergraduate laboratory and faculty supervisors in lab sections of first year biology. BIOL 297 students will take part in weekly class activities that emphasize preparation for lab and discussion of topical instructional strategies. Note: This course may not be used for Biology elective credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
    Offered: Every fall and spring
  
  • BIOL 299 - Directed Study

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Biophysics

  

Black Studies

  
  
  

Chemistry

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
 

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