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![]() College of Science and Technology Founded 1998 Chris D. Platsoucas, Dean
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Science and technology have been responsible for a profound transformation of the world in the twentieth century and will drive the economy of the twenty-first century. The objectives of the undergraduate programs of the College of Science and Technology are to prepare students for careers in these important areas, and to graduate informed, responsible citizens. The College approaches science and technology as a body of knowledge
that has an advancing frontier and a complex interface with society. The
traditional mandate for a university is to provide undergraduate students
with a comprehensive education and the opportunity to focus closely on a
particular area of study. The College of Science and Technology embraces this mandate All undergraduate students in the College must satisfy the requirements of the Core Curriculum. The Core is designed to prepare students to be fully engaged members of the University community and of society by ensuring their acquisition of effective communication and quantitative reasoning skills and a common background in the social sciences and humanities. The ability to think critically and express thought clearly and precisely is an invaluable asset of an educated person. The increasing reliance of society upon numerical data makes it essential for individuals to understand how meaningful inferences can be obtained from data and how to recognize fallacious inferences. Informed judgment requires awareness of the diversity of viewpoints and knowledge to act in accordance with a universal morality. Personal fulfillment rests upon the appreciation of truth and beauty manifested in works of religion, philosophy, and the arts. Baccalaureate programs lead from the Core Curriculum toward mastery of the subject matter, methods, and values of a chosen field to prepare students for a fulfilling future. Bachelor of Science programs offer a greater concentration in major course work; Bachelor of Arts programs offer a greater variety of course work. All programs offer undergraduates the opportunity to work with distinguished faculty and a richly diverse and stimulating student body as they prepare for active roles in society. Return to menu.
Special Programs Study Abroad Undergraduates may pursue a large variety of study abroad options. Temple University has campuses in Rome, Italy and Tokyo, Japan; a program in London, England; exchange programs with universities in England, Germany, and Puerto Rico; and summer programs in France, Ghana, Great Britain, Italy, Japan, and South Africa. See International Programs for more information about study abroad options. University Honors Program Students in the College of Science and Technology may apply to the University Honors Program. Students in the Honors Program take specially- designated Honors courses to fulfill their University Core requirements. See Academic Programs/University Honors. Five-year Master's Programs and Teacher Certification The Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, and Physics Departments enable talented students to complete both a bachelor's and a master's degree in five years. Students who want to combine teacher certification with a major in one of these areas may take a minor in Education during their undergraduate study. After earning a bachelor's degree in one of the aforementioned disciplines, students spend an additional year as a graduate student in the College of Education. Students who complete this program earn a Master of Education degree and are certified to teach in Pennsylvania schools. See the College of Education for more details. Return to menu.
Awards and Student Associations Awards Juniors and seniors are often honored for outstanding performance in a variety of academic areas and for exceptional service to the College and the University. Information about these awards is available in departmental offices or in the Office of Undergraduate Advising, A306 Barton Hall. Majors' Associations Many of the departments within the College of Science and Technology support student interest organizations known as Majors' Associations or Societies. Each department organization provides an opportunity for students to interact with faculty and other students who share similar interests. It is through these venues that students may influence course offerings, faculty recruitment, and departmental policy. Return to menu.
College Council of Science and Technology (CCST) The College Council of Science and Technology is the student government of the College of Science and Technology. This council is an effective and responsive student government that promotes the general welfare of the student body of the College of Science and Technology. This government is the venue for student opinion and expression concerning matters relevant to the student body and the College at large.
Policies and Regulations University policies and regulations apply to all undergraduate students and provide a framework within which schools and colleges may specify further conditions or variations appropriate to students in their courses or programs. Academic Residency Requirements Students who transfer into the College of Science and Technology must complete at least 30 of their last 45 semester hours of course work at Temple, and at least half of the courses required in the major must be taken at Temple. Please refer to degree programs for the specific number of major courses required. Course Eligibility The College of Science and Technology offers three types of undergraduate courses: 1. Preparatory courses numbered 0001-0049: open to all students, full-time, part-time, matriculated, and non-matriculated. 2. Lower Level courses numbered 0050-0099: open to all students including non-matriculated students who are in the process of completing or have completed required preparatory courses and have completed appropriate course prerequisites. 3. Upper Level courses numbered 0100-0399: open to all matriculated students who have completed all necessary preparatory courses and appropriate course prerequisites. These courses are also open to all non-matriculated students who have achieved matriculation equivalency (see below) and have completed appropriate course prerequisites. Courses Taken Elsewhere by CST Students Students in the College of Science and Technology who wish to take courses at another institution must petition the Office of the Dean for approval prior to enrolling in such a course. Petition forms are available in the Office of Undergraduate Advising, A306 Barton Hall. Students must first acquire course descriptions for the courses they wish to take. They then take these descriptions, along with a completed petition form, to the departments which house the courses to receive departmental approval. If departmental approval is granted, then students should submit the completed petition to the Office of Undergraduate Advising for final approval. Courses taken without prior approval will not be applied toward graduation. Courses Inapplicable to Graduation Semester hours earned in Mathematics 0015 (formerly Mathematics 0001), Military Science, and RCC-Enhanced courses are excluded from the total minimum semester hours required for graduation. Dean's List College of Science and Technology students must satisfy the following to be included on the Dean's list. During a fall or spring semester, a full time student must: During a fall and the following spring semester, a part time student
must: Grading Major, Minor, and Core courses must be completed with a letter grade of
C- or higher. Math courses must be completed with a letter grade of
C or higher. Graduation Procedures All College of Science and Technology students are required to complete a graduation review with an adviser in the Office of Undergraduate Advising prior to the first semester of their senior year. Students should schedule a review once they have completed 75 semester hours. The graduation review involves a detailing of the courses completed and those which remain to be completed for graduation. Once the review is completed by a professional adviser, the review is forwarded to the student's department for approval by the faculty adviser. Notice of Anticipation of Graduation Early in the semester in which students will complete their degree requirements, they must notify the Office of Undergraduate Advising in writing of their intent to graduate by completing a graduation application. Graduation applications are available at the Office of Undergraduate Advising. The deadlines for returning the application are:
Plagiarism and Academic Cheating Plagiarism and academic cheating are prohibited by the College of Science and Technology. The development of independent thought and a respect for the thoughts of others is essential to intellectual growth. The prohibition of plagiarism and cheating is intended to foster this independence and respect. See Academic Policies in this Bulletin. The penalty for plagiarism or cheating as a first offense is normally an F in the course in which the offense is committed. In such cases, the instructor writes a report to the Dean. The College of Science and Technology Grievance Committee adjudicates student appeals and serious cases or repeat offenses referred to the Committee by an instructor or the Dean. The Dean may recommend suspension or expulsion from the University when warranted. Probation and Dismissal Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA each semester, in their major, and overall to remain in good academic standing. A student whose semester GPA falls below a 2.0 will be placed on academic warning. If the student's cumulative GPA also falls below a 2.0 or if the student has two consecutive semesters in which the semester GPA falls below a 2.0, the student will be placed on academic probation. A student whose semester GPA falls below a 2.0 during a semester in which s/he is on probation is subject to dismissal from the College. Readmission College of Science and Technology students are required to submit a readmission application after one full semester (fall or spring) of non-attendance. Readmission applications are available in the Office of Undergraduate Advising, A306 Barton Hall. Students who apply for readmission after being dismissed must complete twelve credits at another institution and earn a 2.5 GPA or higher before readmission can be granted. The deadline for readmission for the fall semester is August 1, and the deadline for readmission for the spring semester is December 15. Intra-University Transfer In order to transfer into the College of Science & Technology, a student must Withdrawal from Classes The College of Science and Technology follows the University policy
regarding withdrawals. See Academic Policies. Return to menu.
Academic Advising The Role of the Academic Adviser Advising is essential to a productive and satisfying academic
experience. The Office of Undergraduate Advising guides students from new
student orientation through graduation to ensure that they complete all
degree requirements and work to their fullest potential. Faculty advisers
in each major use their knowledge of departmental curriculum to help
students choose courses consistent with their specific career objectives.
The College’s advising program combines the expertise of professional
advisers with the experience of seasoned faculty members to create a
challenging and supportive environment for learning. The Office of Undergraduate Advising College of Science and Technology students' professional advising needs are served in our Office of Undergraduate Advising, located in A306 Barton Hall. Specialized services offered by this office include: New Student Orientation- Advising and Registration for new
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Departmental Advising After their New Student Orientation advising and registration session, students' academic credentials are copied and forwarded to their major department for subsequent advising by faculty advisers. (An original file is always maintained at the collegiate level in the Office of Undergraduate Advising.) Faculty advising is very important in developing ties between a student's academic program and his or her professional goals. Faculty advisers may assist students in finding research opportunities and professional internships and will help students choose courses that will best prepare them for their field of interest within a particular discipline. Academic Advising and Student's Responsibility All academic advisers are trained to read and evaluate information carefully to give students the best possible advice. However, primary responsibility for curriculum completion rests with the student. Every student must be aware of the requirements of his or her degree, and should obtain advising on a regular basis to ensure timely completion of his or her program. Student Advisers/Ombudspersons Each department in the College of Science and Technology has a Student Adviser/Ombudsperson (SA/O) who is a qualified undergraduate student in that department. The SA/O is thoroughly familiar with requirements and curricula of the department, and can competently advise fellow students on the courses and faculty members of the department. He or she also has information about career options for the department’s graduates. Student Grievance Procedure The SA/O is familiar with the College of Science and Technology Grievance Procedure, and is the first person to consult in case of an academic grievance. The SA/O will serve as a student-faculty liaison, and attempt to resolve the grievance. A student must initiate this first stage of the academic grievance procedure no later than 30 days after the beginning of the fall or spring semester immediately following the completion of the course in which the grievance occurred. A copy of the College of Science and Technology grievance procedure can be obtained from the SA/O. Each SA/O has an office in his or her department, and the SA/O program coordinator is located in the Office of Undergraduate Advising. Continuing Student Registration Continuing student registration is the period during the fall and spring semesters when currently enrolled students should register. Degree Audit Reports (DARS) provide a compact summary of a student's progress toward a degree, including a list of requirements yet to be completed. Students obtain their DARS documents from the office of their major departments or the Office of Undergraduate Advising. Prior to processing their registrations, freshmen meet with advisers to review their DARS documents, discuss course selections for the upcoming semester and have their Personal Identification Numbers (PINS) activated. New transfer students and continuing students in good academic standing are encouraged to meet with their departmental advisers before processing their schedules via telephone registration or via OWLnet. Students ineligible to use telephone registration are required to meet with an adviser. Pre-professional Advising
Students in the College of Science and Technology who have been admitted to health-related professional schools at the end of their third year and have completed 90 semester hours, including all requirements of the College and of their majors with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5, may petition the Dean for the transfer of their first year in professional study toward the completion of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Arts. Return to menu.
Requirements for the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Degrees The College of Science and Technology offers two undergraduate degrees, a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or a Bachelor of Science (B.S.). The B.A. degree gives students a broad-based education, including the study of a foreign language. The B.S. degree is for those students who wish more specialized training in their chosen disciplines. Credit Hour Requirements The College of Science and Technology requires that students complete a total of 123 credits. Of that total, 90 credits must be in the College of Science and Technology or the College of Liberal Arts (CLA). A course shall be classified as a College of Science and Technology or College of Liberal Arts course if it is offered by a department or program in either of the respective colleges--or if it is in the department of Economics. Of those 90 credits, 45 must be in upper level courses. Students receiving a Bachelor of Arts (as opposed to Bachelor of Science) degree must take two courses numbered 0100 or above in the College of Liberal Arts. Students must also satisfy the requirements of the University Core Curriculum program under which they entered. A student with an intercollegial or interdisciplinary studies major can obtain information concerning the minimum number of semester hours in College of Science and Technology or College of Liberal Arts courses required for graduation from his or her major adviser and from the description of the major found in this Bulletin. These credit hour requirements apply to students who matriculated during or after the fall semester 1995. A maximum of nine semester hours in preparatory courses (courses numbered 0001-0049) may be applied to any baccalaureate degree. Semester hours earned in Mathematics 0015 (formerly Math 0001), military science, and RCC-enhanced courses are not credited toward the minimum semester hours required for graduation. Bachelor of Science Requirements Core. In addition to the requirements above, Bachelor of Science candidates must complete the University Core Curriculum in effect at the time of their matriculation. Major. They must also complete the requirements of a departmental major. It is important to note that students enter the College of Science and Technology as Bachelor of Arts majors. If they wish to change their degree choice to Bachelor of Science, they must complete a declaration of major form in the Office of Undergraduate Advising. B.S. majors are offered the following programs: Biochemistry Environmental
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Science and Technology Minor or Additional Specialization. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree may also choose to fulfill the requirements of a second Major, Minor, or Additional Specialization. See below under Special Major and Minor Requirements. Bachelor of Arts Requirements Core. Bachelor of Arts candidates must complete the University Core requirements in effect at the time of their matriculation with the following difference: For the Core Language or International Studies requirement, candidates for the B.A. degree are required by the College to complete both an International Studies and a Language requirement by
Upper level distribution requirements. B.A. students must complete upper level distribution requirements by taking two upper level courses in one or more departments of the College of Liberal Arts or the Department of Economics. Students who have double majors, one of which is in the College of Liberal Arts or Economics, automatically satisfy the distribution requirement. Major. Bachelor of Arts candidates must complete the requirements of a major. The minimum acceptable grade in a course taken to fulfill major requirements is a C-. B.A. majors are offered in the following programs: Biology Placement Exams All new freshmen must take diagnostic English and mathematics placement
exams. Transfer students who have not completed English C050 or its
equivalent are also required to take placement exams, and it is
recommended that those who have not taken a calculus course do so also.
The results of these exams determine if students are required to enroll in
preparatory composition and mathematics courses. Students assigned to
English 0040/0041 must register each semester for that course until the
requirement is completed. Only upon successful completion of English
0040/0041 can such students enroll in English C050/C051. Students assigned
to courses designed to remedy deficiencies in mathematics are required to
complete those courses before enrolling in the mathematics component of
the University Core. Incoming students must also take a foreign language
placement examination if they plan to continue a language previously
studied, or if they wish to place out of a foreign language requirement. Special Major and Minor Requirements Interdisciplinary Studies Major. Rather than major in an existing department or program, students may apply for a major in Interdisciplinary Studies. The proposed major should consist of courses totaling at least 36 semester hours, and be justified in terms of some thematic unit of cohesive rationale. The program should not closely resemble any major currently available in the College of Science and Technology, or any other Temple University program. The proposed major program may include courses outside of the Colleges of Science and Technology and Liberal Arts, but at least 24 semester hours must be in upper level Science and Technology or Liberal Arts courses. The student's proposal must be sponsored by two faculty members from different departments, at least one from the College of Science and Technology. Approval for the program must be obtained from the Office of Undergraduate Advising prior to the initiation of the last 60 semester hours of the degree. Honors Interdisciplinary Studies Major. Students in the University Honors Program may apply for a College of Science and Technology Honors Interdisciplinary Major. They must complete the degree requirements of the B.A. in the College of Science and Technology and the requirements for the Interdisciplinary Major described above as well as the requirements for the University Honors Program. Approval for this program must be obtained from the College and the University Honors Committee prior to the initiation of the last 60 semester hours of the degree. In addition, the proposed Major Program should include submission of an acceptable Honors Thesis to the University Honors Steering Committee. Minor. Students may also choose to complete the requirements for a minor. The minimum acceptable grade in a course taken to fulfill minor requirements is C-. The minimum GPA for all CST minors is 2.0. This requirement is superseded in any specific minor program that requires some higher GPA. At least half of the courses taken by a student to fulfill the minor must be taken at Temple. Forms for declaring a minor are available in the following programs: Biology Double Major. Students may complete a double major by fulfilling all requirements for both majors, including at least four discrete courses in each. Return to menu.
Program Descriptions The following is information about programs and majors offered in the College of Science and Technology. Listed under each degree program are the courses students must successfully complete to earn that particular B.A. or B.S. degree. These required courses are in addition to the University Core Curriculum requirements and the College's requirements. See Core Curriculum and Requirements for the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Degrees. Biochemistry Biochemistry Dr. Frank Chang and Dr. Robert Stanley, Advisers B.S. Major Requirements The biochemistry degree consists of fundamental biology and chemistry courses plus biochemistry lecture and laboratory courses: Chemistry 0371 (Biochemistry - Structure and Function), Biology 0376/Chemistry 0372 (Biochemistry - Metabolism), and Biology 0344 (Research Techniques in Biochemistry). Freshman Year 1st Semester
2nd Semester Chemistry C072 and C074 General Chemistry II Mathematics 0086 Calculus II Sophomore Year 1st Semester Chemistry 0121 and 0123 Organic Chemistry Biology 0103 Introduction to Biology Physics 0121 General Physics I 2nd Semester Chemistry 0122 and 0124 Organic Chemistry Physics 0122 General Physics II, Junior Year 1st Semester Biology W204 Cell Structure and Function 2nd Semester Biology 0203 Genetics Senior Year 1st Semester Biology 0376 or Chemistry 0372 Biochemistry - Metabolism 2nd Semester Biology 0344 Research Techniques in Biochemistry ** Biochemistry electives: Students are required to take three advanced biochemistry electives selected from the following list: Biology: 0234 Mammalian Physiology Chemistry: W314 Techniques of Chemical Measurement II Mathematics: 0127 Calculus III Other courses may be acceptable with the permission of one of the
biochemistry advisers. Biology Dr. Shepherd K. Roberts, Adviser B.A. Major Requirements Freshman Year 1st Semester Chemistry C071 and C073 General Chemistry Mathematics C075 Calculus with Applications I 2nd Semester Chemistry C072 and C074 General Chemistry II Mathematics 0076 Calculus with Applications II Sophomore Year 1st Semester Chemistry 0121 and 0123 Organic Chemistry Biology 0103 Introduction to Biology I 2nd Semester Chemistry 0122 and 0124 Organic Chemistry Biology 0104 Introduction to Biology II Junior Year 1st Semester 2nd Semester Biology 0203 Genetics Physics 0122 General Physics II, 1st Semester Two biology electives above the 0204 level. 2nd Semester Two biology electives above the 0204 level. If the student has taken the necessary prerequisite courses, some of the biology elective courses may be taken before the senior year. Graduate level courses, described in the Graduate Bulletin, are available with special permission. B.S. Major Requirements Freshman Year 1st Semester Chemistry C071 and C073 General Chemistry Mathematics C075 Calculus with Applications I 2nd Semester Chemistry C072 and C074 General Chemistry II Mathematics 0076 Calculus with Applications II Sophomore Year 1st Semester Chemistry 0121 and 0123 Organic Chemistry Biology 0103 Introduction to Biology I 2nd Semester Chemistry 0122 and 0124 Organic Chemistry Biology 0104 Introduction to Biology II Junior Year 1st Semester Biology W204 Cell Structure and Function Physics 0121 General Physics I 2nd Semester Biology 0203 Genetics Physics 0122 General Physics II Senior Year 1st Semester 2nd Semester If the student has taken the necessary prerequisite courses, some of the Biology elective courses may be taken before the senior year. Graduate level courses, described in the Graduate Bulletin, are available with special permission. *Two elective courses may be taken from the following: Statistics 0278; Mathematics 0117 or 0127; Chemistry 0231 and 0232; Physics 0161 and 0221; Electrical Engineering Technology 0104 and 0176. Students interested in a specific area of biology may select their electives from one of the following areas: 1. Cell and Developmental Biology; 2. Genetics and Molecular Biology; 3. Neurobiology and Behavior; 4. Biology of Organisms. Students wishing a broader exposure to biology may choose electives from any of the areas. Additional information is available in the Biology Department Office or from biology advisers. Minor Requirements Students interested in acquiring basic knowledge in biology but not wishing to major in the subject may pursue a minor by taking Biology 0103-0104 (Introduction to Biology) plus three biology electives at the 0200 level or above; At least one of these electives must be a course with laboratory. Biology 0203 (Genetics) and W204 (Cell Structure and Function) may be substituted for two of the three electives. (Minimum of 18 credits) Distinction in Major Students interested in laboratory research are encouraged to participate in the Biology Research Program. Distinction in Biology is awarded on the basis of independent laboratory projects conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Admission to the program is by application to the Biology Department during the first semester of the junior year. Completion of this Program will substitute for one Biology Elective course. Concentration in Neuroscience Undergraduate students with an interest in Neuroscience are admitted to the Neuroscience Program after declaration of a major in biology or psychology. Upon successful completion of their departmental and Neuroscience Program requirements, students receive a bachelor's degree with a Specialization in Neuroscience. Neuroscience Program Requirements 1. Completion of three Neuroscience courses with a grade of B
or better.
Undergraduate Neuroscience Courses Biology:
Communication Science
Philosophy:
Psychology:
Elective Courses in Specific Areas Some electives are listed under two separate areas because their content is relevant to both. Information on courses added to or removed from the list of elective courses in specific areas is available from the Biology Department Office or from Biology advisers. Biology of Organisms 0227 Principles of Ecology
Neurobiology and Behavior 0234 Mammalian Physiology
Cell and Developmental Biology 0235 Histology
Genetics and Molecular Biology 0315 Behavioral and Neural Genetics
Biophysics Dr. Donald Neville, Adviser Freshman Year 1st Semester Physics 0121 General Physics I Mathematics C075 Calculus with Applications I 2nd Semester Physics 0122 General Physics II Mathematics 0076 Calculus with Applications II Sophomore Year 1st Semester Math 0117 Elementary Calculus with Applications III Chemistry C071 and C073 General Chemistry Physics 0187 and 0187L Electricity and Magnetism with Lab 2nd Semester Chemistry C072 and C074 General Chemistry II Physics 0184 Mathematical Physics Physics 0188 and 0188L Introduction to Modern Physics with Lab Junior Year 1st Semester Chemistry 0121 and 0123 Organic Chemistry Biology 0103 Introduction to Biology I Physics 231 Thermodynamics 2nd Semester Chemistry 0122 and 0124 Organic Chemistry One elective* Senior Year 1st Semester Biology W204 Cell Structure and Function Two electives* 2nd Semester One elective* *Four courses, all at the 0200-level or above chosen from electives in Physics, Neurobiology, Physiology, Genetics, Cell Structure, Biophysics, Biochemistry, and Physical Chemistry. At least two of these elective courses must be in Physics. Biophysics majors who plan to do graduate Biophysics in a Physics department should choose Physics 0201, 0211, W215, and 0306; and should try to complete as much of the standard BS program in physics as time allows. Students planning to go to medical school should complete Biology 0104 (Introduction to Biology II). Dr. David Dalton, Director of Undergraduate Programs All prospective majors should schedule an appointment with one of the Departmental Advisers to plan a program of study as early in their Temple careers as possible. The recommended order of courses is given below; a different order is acceptable as long as the student adheres to prerequisite requirements. With the appropriate selection of electives, the B.S. degree is accredited by the American Chemical Society*. B.A. Major Requirements Freshman Year 1st Semester Chemistry C071 and C073 General Chemistry I or Mathematics C085 Calculus or 2nd Semester Chemistry C072 and C074 General Chemistry II or Mathematics 0086 Calculus II or Sophomore Year 1st Semester Chemistry 0121 and 0123 Organic Chemistry I or Mathematics 0127 Calculus III or Physics C087 Elementary Classical Physics I or 2nd Semester Chemistry 0122, 0124 Organic Chemistry II or Physics C088 Elementary Classical Physics II or Junior Year 1st Semester Chemistry 0231 Physical Chemistry Lecture I 2nd Semester Chemistry 0232 Physical Chemistry Lecture II Senior Year 1st Semester Advanced Chemistry Course *** 2nd Semester Advanced Science Course **** B.S. Major Requirements Freshman Year 1st Semester Chemistry C071 and C073 General Chemistry I or Mathematics C085 Calculus I or 2nd Semester Chemistry C072 and C074 General Chemistry II or Mathematics 0086 Calculus II or Sophomore Year 1st Semester Chemistry 0121 and 0123 Organic Chemistry I or Mathematics 0127 Calculus III Physics C087 Elementary Classical Physics I 2nd Semester Chemistry 0122 and 0124 Organic Chemistry II or Physics C088 Elementary Classical Physics II or Junior Year 1st Semester Chemistry 0231 Physical Chemistry Lecture I 2nd Semester Chemistry 0232 Physical Chemistry Lecture II Senior Year 1st Semester Chemistry 0301 Inorganic Chemistry 2nd Semester Chemistry W314 Techniques of Chemical Measurement II
Chemistry 0293 Undergraduate Research ***Advanced Chemistry Courses consist of all courses in Chemistry having a number of 0301 or higher. If the student has successfully completed the appropriate prerequisite courses, graduate courses in Chemistry may be included in this category. ****Advanced Science Courses consist of Chemistry 0283 or 0293 (only one of these may be counted as an advanced science course), and all other Chemistry courses numbered 0301 and above; Biology 0203, W204, 0220, 0234, 0265, and above; Physics 0183, 0184, 0187, 0188, 0201, 0202, 0211, 0221, 0231, and above; Geology 0200 and above; Math 0147, W205, 0233, 0247, and above (if Math 0251 has been selected as an option in place of Calculus III, it cannot count also as an Advanced Science course). *****Although neither Chemistry W237 or Chemistry W314 is required as part of the B.A. degree program, at least one of the two must be taken in order to satisfy the Core requirement for a capstone writing intensive course in the major. If Chemistry W237 is selected it may also count as the B.A. student's Advanced Science course; if Chemistry W314 is selected, it may count as the B.A. student's Advanced Chemistry or Advanced Science course. Five-year Master's Program Chemistry majors in their junior year may apply for admission to the fifth year M.A. Program. Upon admission to the program and satisfactory completion of the program requirements, the student is assured of having a master's degree at the end of the fifth year. Interested students should contact their adviser for details. Computer and Information Sciences
Computer and Information Science
Effective in the fall semester 2002, students are required to achieve an average grade of B- or better in the following set of courses: CIS 0066, CIS 0067, CIS 0068 and CIS 0072. Students transferring credit for some of these courses, or students who have completed some of these courses prior to the fall semester 2002 are required to achieve the B- average only in those courses taken beginning with the fall semester 2002. B.A. Major Requirements Freshman Year 1st semester
2nd semester
Sophomore Year 1st semester
2nd semester
Junior Year 1st semester
2nd semester
Senior Year 1st semester
2nd semester
Computer and Information Science
Freshman Year 1st semester
2nd semester
Sophomore Year 1st semester
2nd semester
Junior Year 1st semester
2nd semester
Senior Year 1st semester
2nd semester
*CIS electives: CIS 0203, 0211(if not taken as theory requirement), 0217, 0220, 0242(if not taken as theory requirement), 0272, 0288, 0305, 0308, 0320, 0331, 0345/0350 (cross listed), 0397, 0398. Minor Requirements Students desiring a minor in Computer and Information Science are required to satisfy the following: Mathematics C085-0086 (Calculus)
Information Science and Technology
B.A. Major Requirements Freshman Year 1st semester
2nd semester
Sophomore Year 1st semester
2nd semester
Junior Year 1st semester
2nd semester
Senior Year 1st semester
2nd semester
B.S. Major Requirements for Information Science and Technology are the same as the B.A. Major Requirements with the addition of 4 IS&T related elective courses from any department** (two each in the junior and senior year). **IS&T related elective courses: need to be selected with the approval of the IS&T advisor. Minor Requirements Students desiring a minor in Information Science and Technology are required to satisfy the following: CIS C081 (Higher Level Languages)
Dr. Robert J. Mason, Director Students will be equipped with the scholarly background and intellectual skills to understand a wide range of pressing environmental issues, and they will come to appreciate the physical, economic, political, demographic, and ethical factors that define those issues. Among the many environmental problems central to our program are groundwater contamination, suburban sprawl, river basin management, environmental justice and the greening of abandoned urban spaces. Offered jointly by the College of Liberal Arts and College of Science and Technology, Environmental Studies includes both B.A. and B.S. options. A Minor also is offered and a Certificate of Completion is an option for those already holding an undergraduate degree in a different field. The program and its requirements are described in full in the "Intercollegial
Programs" section of this Bulletin. Dr. Jonathan Nyquist, Adviser The Department of Geology offers two different undergraduate programs, one leading to the B.S. in Geology and the other leading to the B.A. in Earth Science. The B.S. program prepares students for immediate entry into a career in geology or for graduate studies. Career opportunities for geologists in industry and government include environmental planning, evaluation of waste disposal sites, groundwater monitoring, and exploration for natural resources. The B.S. program is excellent preparation for graduate study and ultimately for a career in research, teaching, industry, or government. The B.A. program is not intended for prospective geologists, but for liberal arts students who wish to concentrate in geology. The B.A. program is suitable for pre-medicine or pre-law students, or for students planning to teach earth science in secondary school. Note: A departmental field trip for undergraduates, graduates, and faculty will be conducted during the fall semester. B.A. in Earth Science The following table lists fall or spring courses recommended for first-year students taking the degree of B.A. in Earth Science, Department of Geology, Temple University.
The following table lists fall courses at the foundational level for the B.A. in Earth Science. Choose three of the following five courses offered in the fall and spring.
The following table lists the spring courses at the foundational level in the major for the B.A, in Earth Science.
The following table lists fall courses recommended for advancing students in the major for the B.A. in Earth Science. Choose five courses from the following list that includes fall and spring. Choose no more than three from one department. Three courses must be numbered above 100.
Continuation of table: spring courses recommended for advancing students in the major for the B.A. in Earth Science.
Grand Total 44 to 47 S.H. B.S. in Geology The following table lists fall or spring courses recommended for first-year students for the degree of B.S. in Geology, Department of Geology, Temple University.
The following tables list fall, spring and summer foundational courses for the B.S. in Geology. Choose three of the following five courses. Fall term:
Spring term:
Summer term:
The following table lists fall courses recommended for students advancing in the major for the degree of B.S. in Geology.
The following table lists the Spring Courses recommended for students advancing in the major for the B.S. in Geology.
Grand Total 68-78 *Of the three upper level Science/Math electives required at least one must be in a discipline other than Geology. One may be from the graduate level with permission of the instructor.
Senior Research Project Students whose cumulative GPA is at least 3.25 at the end of the first semester of their junior year are eligible to undertake a senior research project. In the second semester of their junior year, students must select a faculty research adviser and, with the adviser, prepare a written research proposal. After approval of the proposal by the research adviser and the Chair of the Undergraduate Committee of the Department, the student may register for three hours of Geology 0293-0294 (Individual Study Program), in the summer and each semester of the senior year (up to a total of nine hours), to carry out the research project. Normally, the project will involve field or laboratory work in the summer between the junior and senior years and lead to presentation of the results at a departmental seminar at the end of the senior year. Distinction in Major To graduate with Distinction in Major, students are required to achieve a 3.5 GPA for the aggregate of courses required for the B.S. in Geology or the B.A. in Earth Science.
Mathematics Dr. Boris Datskovsky, Director of Undergraduate
Studies Mathematics majors may select either the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) program or the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) program. The B.A. program is a traditional program in pure mathematics. It is intended for students who plan to go to graduate school or to teach mathematics at a college or high school level after graduation. While the B.A. program has relatively few required courses, the required courses are academically demanding. The lack of heavy requirements should also provide students with an opportunity to explore their interests in and out of mathematics. The B.S. program, which has more required courses, has an applied flavor. It is intended for students who plan to seek employment in a mathematics-related field or join a graduate program in applied mathematics or a mathematics-related field upon graduation. Both programs can be combined with the department's M.A. program, leading to the M.A. degree after five years of study. The department offers a joint program with the Department of
Physics leading to the B.S. degree, and a joint program with the
Department of Economics leading to the B.A. degree.
Students who plan careers as secondary school mathematics teachers
may choose to take a five year interdisciplinary program, offered
jointly with the College of Education, that leads to a bachelor's
degree in mathematics, teaching certification, and a Master's
degree in Education. B.A. Major Requirements Freshman Year 1st semester
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Junior Year 1st semester
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B.S. Major Requirements Freshman Year 1st semester
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Interdisciplinary B.S. Degree in Mathematics and Physics Dr. Donald E. Neville, Undergraduate Majors Advisor,
Physics Dr. Boris Datskovsky, Director of Undergraduate
Studies Freshman Year 1st semester
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Junior Year 1st semester
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The interdisciplinary program is
administered jointly by the departments of Mathematics and
Physics. For further discussion of the Interdisciplinary
major, see http://www.temple.edu/physics/undergradprog.html under
"dual program in physics and mathematics." To participate in this five-year program, a Mathematics major
should be enrolled in either the B.A. or the B.S. program.
Application to continue in the M.A. program must be made to
the Graduate Chair of the department no later than the first
semester of the senior year. To be accepted by the M.A.
program, a student must have a GPA of at least 3.25 in Mathematics
courses when the application is made. In addition to
completing the B.A. or B.S. requirements, the student must
complete four additional graduate level mathematics courses
(numbered 400 and above) by the end of her/his senior year.
If the Core and College requirements have also been met, the
student will be awarded the B.A. or B.S. degree at the conclusion
of this portion of the program. All courses must be passed
with a grade of C- or better, and no more than two graduate
courses can carry a grade less than B- for the student to continue
with the M.A. portion of the program. Fifth Year Course Requirements The student will take a total of six graduate level courses,
selected to conform to the M.A. requirements. At the end of
the fifth year, the student must either write and defend a
master's thesis or pass one of the following
examinations: For further details on the M.A. degree requirement see the Graduate Bulletin. Minor Requirements Three semesters of calculus (Mathematics C085, 0086, and
0127). Distinction in Mathematics A student who wishes to graduate with Distinction in Mathematics should apply to the Director of Undergraduate Studies no later than the second semester of the junior year. The following requirements must be met: 1. All requirements for the B.A. or B.S. degree in Mathematics must be met with a GPA of at least 3.50 in the Mathematics courses. 2. At the time of graduation, the student's overall GPA, including all college level courses must be at least 3.25. 3. The student must either give a 30 minute talk to the Society of Undergraduate Mathematics (SUM)- with an audience including at least three faculty members - on a topic not part of his or her course of study; or pass a graduate course numbered 0500 or above with a grade of at least B-, and have the instructor of that course write a supporting letter. If the first option is selected, the faculty attending the talk should reach consensus on whether or not the talk merits distinction, and inform the Director of Undergraduate Studies of their decision; and in the case of the second option, the instructor of the graduate course should communicate a verbal evaluation of the student's performance to the Director of Undergraduate Studies. 4. The Mathematics Department Executive committee will review all applications for graduation with Distinction in Mathematics, and forward its recommendations to the Dean of the College of Science and Technology. Physics Dr. Donald Neville, Adviser The Physics Department offers B.A. and B.S. degree programs, both of which provide excellent preparation for graduate studies. The B.S. program provides for a broadening of the more applied aspects of a student's training and is recommended particularly for those intending to enter industry with a bachelor's degree. Both the B.S. and the B.A. program are an option for those planning careers in the medical or life sciences. B.A. Major Requirements Freshman Year 1st semester Math C085 Calculus I Physics C087 Elementary Classical Physics I 2nd semester Math C086 Calculus II Physics C088 Elementary Classical Physics II Sophomore Year 1st semester Math 0127 Calculus III 2nd semester Physics 0188 and 0188L Introduction to Modern Physics with Lab Junior Year 1st semester
2nd semester Physics 0201 Mechanics Senior Year 1st semester Physics 0221 Electronics 2nd semester Physics W215 Experimental Physics Students planning to go to graduate school in Physics are strongly urged to take Physics 0306 and Physics 0321 or 0341. BS Major Requirements Freshman Year 1st semester Math C085 Calculus I Physics C087 Elementary Classical Physics I 2nd semester Math 0086 Calculus II Physics C088 Elementary Classical Physics II Sophomore Year 1st semester Math 0127 Calculus III 2nd semester Physics 0188 and 0188L Introduction to Modern Physics with Lab Junior Year 1st semester
Physics 0231 Thermodynamics 2nd semester Physics 0201 Mechanics Students take two courses in biology, chemistry, engineering, geology, mathematics or advanced physics chosen in consultation with an adviser. Senior Year 1st semester Physics 0306 Quantum Mechanics 2nd semester Physics W215 Experimental Physics Two courses chosen from: Minor Requirements Students wishing to minor in Physics should take eight semester hours of introductory Physics with laboratory (Physics C087-C088 or equivalent), Electricity and Magnetism with laboratory (Physics 0187 and 0187L) or Introduction to Electromagnetic Fields and Waves (Electrical Engineering 0220), Introduction to Modern Physics with laboratory (Physics 0188 and 0188L), and six additional semester hours of Physics courses at or above the 0100 level, chosen with the approval of the Undergraduate Physics Adviser. Minors in Electrical and Mechanical Science These minors are designed for Physics majors considering graduate work in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or exploring career opportunities in branches of Engineering close to Physics. The student must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or better in these minors. Students who are interested in Engineering/Applied Physics but do not have time for a full minor should nevertheless review these minors and consult with the Physics Adviser about the possibility of taking courses in Engineering. Since Physics and Engineering Core Curricula overlap significantly, often a Physics major can learn an interesting Engineering specialty by taking a relatively modest number of courses. Requirements for the Electrical Science Minor are: EE 0161, EE 0165, EE 0210, plus a minimum of nine semester hours of 0200 and 0300 level electives, chosen in consultation with an adviser in the Electrical Engineering Department. (The labs for Engineering 0163 and EE 0165 largely duplicate labs for Physics 0187 and Physics 0221 and are not required.) The following example elective sequence emphasizes solid state devices and might be of particular interest to a Physics major: EE 0254/0255 and EE 0256/0257. Requirements for the Mechanical Science Minor are: Engineering 0134 or 0131, Engineering 0133, Engineering 0234, ME 0231, plus a minimum of nine semester hours of electives. The elective courses can follow one of three tracks. The Thermodynamics and Combustion track comprises ME 0154, 0371, 0381, and 0372. The Electro-Mechanical Systems and Control track comprises EE 0063 and 0066, ME 0221, and ME 0322 or Engineering 0382. The Computer Aided Manufacturing track comprises Engineering 0310, ME 0375, and MET 0152. Five-year Master's Program This program allows a talented student to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in five years. A physics major may apply for the program during the junior or senior year. Please consult the adviser for details. Distinction in Major A student who wishes to graduate with distinction in the major must complete all courses required for the physics major with a GPA of 3.5 or better and carry out an independent study or undergraduate thesis project. Consult the Undergraduate Physics Adviser for more details. Return to menu.
Faculty Administration Chris D. Platsoucas, Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of
Technology, Dean Biology PROFESSOR Shohreh Amini, Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Thomas E. Hanson, Ph.D., Michigan State University. Chemistry PROFESSOR David R. Dalton, Ph.D., University of California. ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR James L. Bloomer, Ph.D., University of London.
Computer and Information Sciences PROFESSOR Robert M. Aiken, Ph.D., Northwestern University. ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Giora Baram, Ph.D., University of Toledo. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Phillip Conrad, Ph.D., University of Delaware. Geology PROFESSOR Edwin J. Anderson, Ph.D., Brown University. ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Jonathan Nyquist, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Dennis O. Terry, Jr., Ph.D., University of Nebraska Mathematics PROFESSOR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Francis T. Christoph, Jr., Ph.D., Rutgers, The State University. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Richard C. Glaeser, Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania. Physics PROFESSOR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Zbigniew Dziembowski, Ph.D., Warsaw University. Emeritus Faculty PROFESSOR Dorothy Berner ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
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