2017 - 2018
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN
HEALTH A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDEBOOK OF HEALTH-RELATED ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Table of Contents
Message Message from the Chief Health Officer Officer
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Dr. Spann shares his knowledge on collaborative and discipline-centered education programs. Meet the team and discover how you can be a part of UH’s Health initiative.
UHin4 06 The UHin4 program provides a comprehensive plan to help students navigate their four-year college experience.
Undergraduate Programs
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Peruse undergraduate majors and minors across eleven colleges. Strengthen your expertise in the world of health.
Graduate and Professional Programs
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Continue your education and discover opportunities for research, scholarships and professional studies.
Student Resources/How to Apply Learn more about how you can apply to the University of Houston as an incoming freshman, graduate, international or transfer student.
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Undergraduate Programs 09
College of Education
10 Health, B.S. 10 Allied Health Track 10 Health Promotion Track
23 Nutrition 23 Nutritional Science Track 24 ACEND Track 24 Nutrition and Fitness Track
10 Public Health Track
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11 Cullen College of Engineering 12 Biomedical Engineering, B.S.
26 Biochemistry & Biophysical Sciences, B.A.
13 Chemical Engineering, B.S. 14 The Honors College 15 Medicine and Society, Minor 16
College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
17 Communication Sciences & Disorders, B.A.
(Communication Sciences & Disorders) 18 Communication Sciences & Disorders, B.S. (Communication Sciences & Disorders) 19 Health Communication, B.A. ( Jack J. Valenti School of Communication) 20 Interpersonal Communication, B.A. ( Jack J. Valenti School of Communication) 21 Fitness and Sports Track 21 Kinesiology, B.S. (Health and Human Performance) 22 Sports Administration Track 22 Exercise Science-Health Professions Track 22 Exercise Science (Primary Option) Track
College of Natural Science and Mathematics
27 Biochemistry & Biophysical Sciences, B.S. 28 Biology, B.A. 29 Biology, B.S. 30 Chemistry, B.A. 31 Chemistry, B.S. 32 Computer Science,B.S. 33 Mathematical Biology, B.S. 34 Physics, B.A. 34 Physics, B.S. 36 College of Nursing 37 Nursing, B.S.N. 38 R.N. to B.S.N. 39 College of Technology 40 Biotechnology, B.S. 40 Biomanufacturing Track 40 Bioinformatics Track
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GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Graduate and Professional Programs 42 College of Education 43 Counseling M.ED. 44 Counseling Psychology, Ph.D. 45 Cullen College of Engineering 46 Biomedical Engineering, M.S. 46 Biomedical Engineering, Ph.D. 47 Biomedical Engineering, Ph.D. (with prior
M.S. Degree) 48 Chemical Engineering, M.S. 48 Chemical Engineering, M.Che. 48 Chemical Engineering, Ph.D. 49 Law Center 50 Law, J.D., LL.M. 51
College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
52 Sport and Fitness Administration, M.A. 53 Communication Sciences and 53 54 55 56 57
59 Biology, Ph.D. 59 Biochemistry, Ph.D. 60 College of Nursing 61 Nursing, M.S.N. 62 Nursing Education, Post Master’s Certificate 62 Nursing Administration, Post Master’s
Certificate 63 College of Optometry 64 Doctor of Optometry, O.D. 65 Optometry, M.S. 66 Optometry, Ph.D.. 67 College of Pharmacy 68 Medicinal Chemistry, Ph.D. 69 Pharmeceutical Health Outcomes and 70
Policy, Ph.D. Pharmacy Leadership and Administration, M.S. (PLA) Professional Pharmacy, Pharm.D. Pharmaceutics, Ph.D. (PCEU) Pharmacology, Ph.D. (PCOL)
Disorders, M.A. Health Communication, M.A. Athletic Training, M.A. Clinical Psychology, Ph.D. Kinesiology, Ph.D.
71 72 73
College Of Natural Sciences And Mathematics
76 Social Work, Ph.D
58 Cell and Molecular Biology, M.S. 58 Cell and Molecular Biology, Ph.D.
74 Graduate College 75 Social Work, M.S.W.
of Social Work
77 College of Technology 78 Engineering Technology, M.S.
WELCOME Message from the Chief Health Officer
It is not by chance or a whim that “UH Health” is one of the university’s top four strategic initiatives. Located in the nation’s fourth largest city, which is home to the Texas Medical Center – the world’s largest conglomeration of hospitals and medical research facilities – the University of Houston offers a large number of health, and health-related educational programs. These undergraduate and graduate programs are offered at pre-professional and professional levels across 10 of the university’s 14 colleges, including pharmacy, social work, nursing, optometry, engineering, law, and others. Reflecting the prominence of these programs, almost one fourth of UH’s 44,000 students are enrolled in health and healthrelated majors that provide them with exceptional instruction and opportunities for research and internships. Other distinctive attributes of UH Health are: • The highly successful Honors Pre-Medical Program, which prepares students for medical schools and enrolls over 80 students per year. • Nationally ranked programs in health law, health policy and health education, as well as in biomedical sciences and engineering. • Many service-learning opportunities for students to partner with communities and community-based organizations to improve the health of residents in those communities. • Wide variety of health- and health care-related research including basic, translational, clinical, populationand community-oriented, and health services research conducted by UH faculty and students. Equally important are the plans to establish College of Medicine that will address the health and health care needs of area communities with significant health disparities. Through UH Health, we plan to train the next generation of physicians with a focus on the health care delivery sciences, including health informatics, quality of care, patient safety, population health management, and team-based health care. I invite you to discover more about UH Health by visiting uh.edu/uh-health.
Steve Spann Chief Health Officer University of Houston
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FRESHMAN FOUR YEAR GRADUATION PLAN The University of Houston is committed to creating an educational environment in which student success can be ensured. In support of this goal, we strive to provide students with tools and resources needed to facilitate degree completion. This graduation plan has been developed as a mechanism to help students identify and pursue clear paths for completing their undergraduate degree in a timely manner. Graduation within four academic years of initial fall enrollment the University of Houston is ensured conditioned upon the satisfaction of student eligibility which can be found on the UHin4 website.
ACADEMIC MAPS The academic maps serve as a way to plan out your courses with your advisor and ensure you complete your degree at UH within four years. Meet with your advisor to determine how the academic maps will best fit your needs. The academic maps serve as a guideline for planning courses along your journey to a four-year graduation. Students should meet with their academic advisors regularly to confirm their official degree plans to ensure applicable course selection and sequencing. To access the full list of academic maps: uh.edu/UHin4
ENROLLMENT To participate in UHin4, students must enroll at the University for the first time as a freshman during the summer or fall semester, be admitted to an eligible major or as an undeclared student at the time of enrollment, and enroll in at least 15 semester credit hours at the University of Houston in the fall semester. How to sign up for UHin4: uh.edu/UHin4/how-to-sign-up
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UNDERGRADUATE
PROGRAMS IN HEALTH
COLLEGE OF
EDUCATION The College of Education merges research and real-world experiences to train teachers, principals, counselors, psychologists, health educators and other academic leaders. Our programs are nationally recognized, and our research activities have more than doubled in the last five years. The college is committed to helping eradicate inequities in education and health in order to transform communities globally, starting with Houston, one of the nation’s largest and most diverse cities.
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
HEALTH
B.S.
The Bachelor of Science in Health prepares students to meet the demand for health care professionals by offering degree tracks in health promotion, allied health- and public health. These tracks will prepare graduates to work in community, clinic and hospital settings or set the foundation for medical, nursing or other professional schools.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
Allied Health Track
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
HLT 1353
Personal Health
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
ELECT
15 Allied HLT Transfer Credit Hours
HLT 4392
Field Work in Community Health
HLT
21 Health Elective Credit Hours
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
Health Promotion Track
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
HLT 1353
Personal Health
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
ELECT
15 Approved Elective Credit Hours
POLS 1337
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
HLT
21 Health Elective Credit Hours
HLT 3301
Behavior Theory & Practice
MINOR
15 Minor Course Credit Hours
HLT 4310
Program Planning for the Health Professions
Public Health Track
MATH 1310
College Algebra
ELECT
15 Approved Elective Credit Hours
HLT 2320
Intro to Public Health
HLT
9 Health Elective Credit Hours
HLT 3381
Health Promotion & Disease Prevention
MINOR
15 Minor Course Credit Hours
HLT 4307
Measurement Techniques-Health
HLT 3306
Environmental Science
HLT 3380
Culture & Health
HLT 4317
Foundations of Epidemiology
HLT 4320
Administration of Health Services
ELECTIVES CORE
6 Life & Physical Sciences Credit Hours
CORE
3 Writing in the Disciplines Credit Hours
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy and Culture Credit Hours
CORE
3 Math Reasoning Credit Hours
CORE
6 Formal Science and Math Reasoning Credit Hours
CULLEN
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING The mission of the Cullen College of Engineering at the University of Houston is to serve the Greater Houston community, Texas and the nation by educating engineers to assume leadership positions in the identification and solution of the complex technical challenges of society, to advance the state of knowledge through pioneering research and scholarly work, to facilitate the transfer of new technology to Texas and U.S. industries, to play a key role in economic development for the Greater Houston region and the State of Texas, and to benefit the public sector through service to the university, community, industry, government and the engineering profession. Achieving and maintaining academic excellence at the UH Cullen College of Engineering is serious business. The admission standards for entering the Cullen College are very high – but the hard work doesn’t end once you’re admitted. It takes a great deal of hard work, studying and perseverance to make it through to graduation.
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
B.S.
The biomedical engineering department prepares students to solve problems in biology and medicine, playing a central role in advancing healthcare, medicine and patient care. Students and faculty are researching new methods for diagnosing diseases, improving therapies for the treatment of diseases and developing cutting-edge medical technologies that are being implemented in hospitals and clinics across the country.
Degree Requirements: 131 semester hours COURSES
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
BCHS 3304
Biochemistry I
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
BIOE 2100
Intro to Biomedical Engineering
POLS 1337
BIOE 2331
Biomedical Processes
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
BIOE 3340
Quantitative Physiology
ECE 2201
Circuit Analysis I
BIOE 3140
Quantitative Physiology Lab
ENGl 1100
Intro to Engineering
BIOE 3341
Biothermodynamics
ENGl 1331
Computers & Problem-Solving
BIOE 4315
Intro to Bioinstrumentation
ENGl 2304
Technical Communication
BIOE 4115
Intro to Bioinstrumentation Lab
ENGL 1303
Freshman Composition I
BIOE 4335
Capstone Design I
ENGL 1304
Freshman Composition II
BIOE 4336
Capstone Design II
INDE 2333
Engineering Statistics
BIOL 1361
Biological Science I
MATH 1431
Calculus I
BIOL 1161
Biological Science Lab
MATH 1432
Calculus II
BIOL 1362
Biological Science I
MATH 2433
Calculus III
BIOL 1162
Biological Science II Lab
MATH 3321
Engineering Math
CHEM 1331
Chemistry I
MECE 3400
Intro to Mechanics
CHEM 1111
Chemistry I Lab
PHYS 1321
University Physics I
CHEM 1332
Chemistry II
PHYS 1322
University Physics II
CHEM 1112
Chemistry II Lab
ELECTIVES
CHEM 3331
Organic Chemistry I
BIOE
22 Track Elective Credit Hours
CHEM 3221
Organic Chemistry Lab
CORE
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
3 Approved Language, Philosophy, & Culture Credit Hours
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
B.S.
The chemical engineering program teaches students to link chemistry and engineering to produce substances or products that improve lives. Chemical engineers develop techniques and processes to convert chemicals and raw materials into products such as pharmaceuticals, petroleum products and other consumer goods.
Degree Requirements: 130 semester hours COURSES
CHEM 3332
Organic Chemistry II
CHEE 2331
Chemical Processes
ECON 2304
Microeconomic Principles
CHEE 2332
Thermodynamics I
ENGL 1100
Intro to Engineering
CHEE 3300
Materials Science and Engineering
ENGL 1331
Computing for Engineers
CHEE 3321
Analytical Methods for Chemical Engineering
ENGL 2304
Technical Communications
CHEE 3333
Thermodynamics II
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
CHEE 3334
Statistical/Numerical Techniques for Chemical Engineers
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
CHEE 3363
Fluid Mechanics
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
CHEE 3367
Process Modeling and Control
MATH 1431
Calculus I
CHEE 3369
Chemical Engineering Transport Processes
MATH 1432
Calculus II
CHEE 3462
Unit Operations
MATH 2433
Calculus III
CHEE 3466
Biological and Physical Chemistry
PHYS 1321
University Physics I
CHEE 4321
Chemical Engineering Design I
PHYS 1322
University Physics II
CHEE 4322
Chemical Engineering Design II
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
CHEE 4361
Chemical Engineering Practices
POLS 1337
CHEE 4366
Biomolecular Engineering Fundamentals
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
CHEE 4367
Chemical Reaction Engineering
CHEM 1111
Fundamentals of Chemistry Lab
CHEM 1112
Fundamentals of Chemistry Lab II
CHEM 1331
Fundamentals of Chemistry
CHEM 1332
Fundamentals of Chemistry II
CHEM 3221
Organic Chemistry Lab
CHEM 3331
Organic Chemistry I
ELECTIVES CHEM
3 Chemistry Elective Credit Hours
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
SCI
3 Advanced Science Elective Credit Hours
TECH ELEC
6 Technical Elective Credit Hours
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THE
HONORS COLLEGE The Honors College provides the advantages of a small community amid the rich and diverse settings of a large, urban university. Our students are part of an elite group of university intellectuals whose enthusiasm for materials covered within our coursework can be felt throughout The Honors College’s hallways and Commons. In addition to exclusive amenities and special privileges, our students benefit from a dynamic learning environment and one-on-one mentoring from world-renowned faculty. Through a challenging and well-balanced curriculum, our students learn both the skills they will need for professional success, and how and when to apply them. The Honors College at the University of Houston is a nationally recognized, intellectually stimulating learning community. As a vibrant, leading presence within the University, the Honors College attracts highly talented and motivated students and educators to a collegial environment where tradition is honored and possibilities are both created and realized.
HONORS COLLEGE
MEDICINE & SOCIETY
MINOR
Open to all UH students, a minor in Medicine & Society requires 15 hours of approved coursework the foundation course HON 3301 / Readings in Medicine & Society, as well as four electives from the approved course list. At least two of these four electives must be taken at the advanced (3000-4000) level, and no more than 6 hours of a student’s major may be applied to the minor. Students must also earn a 3.0 or higher in all minor coursework. Further questions? Email us at medsoc@uh.edu.
Requirements: 15 semester hours CURRENT APPROVED COURSES
HON 3304
Objects of Medicine
HON 3301
Readings in Medicine & Society
HON 3305
Medicine in Performance
ANTH 2302
Cultural Anthropology (health focus)
HON 3306
Health and Human Rights
ANTH 4331
Medical Anthropology
HON 3307
Narrative Medicine
ANTH 3351H Politics and Healthcare in Latino Communities
HON 3308
Lyric Medicine
ANTH 3364
Disease in Antiquity
HON 3397
Immersion Journalism (health focus)†
COMM 3300
Health Communication
HON 4301
COMM 3301
Doctor-Patient Interaction
Science, Technology & Medicine in the Ancient World
COMM 3304
Multicultural Health Communication
HON 4302
Holocaust and Medical Ethics
ENGL 4371
Literature and Medicine
HON 4397
The Anatomical Theater
HIST 3303
Disease, Health, and Medicine in American History
IDNS 4391
Ethics in Science
IDNS 4392
History of 20th Century Science
HIST 3316
Race and Racism in American Science and Medicine
OPTO 1300
Intro to the Health Professions
PHIL 3354
Medical Ethics
HIST 3318
History of American Healthcare Policy
SOC 3380
Intro to the Sociology of Healthcare
HIST 3319
Plagues and Pestilence
SPAN 4343
Health & Society in the Hispanic World
HIST 3394
History of Madness
SPAN 3343
Spanish for the Health Professions
HIST 4361
20th Century Genocides
HON 3300
Intro to Social Medicine
HON 3302
Readings in Public Health and Community Medicine
HON 3303
Readings in Mental Health & Society
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COLLEGE OF
LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) is the heart of the University, dedicated to spurring intellectual curiosity, creativity, and transformative education. Encompassing humanities, social sciences, and health sciences, CLASS is truly a mosaic of disciplines that broaden perspectives, inspire potential, and advance possibilities yet unimagined. The College’s goal is to stimulate and expand students’ cultural, mental and physical explorations through rich course offerings, study abroad programs and campus events. We encourage students to delve into the questions of life while building critical and analytical skills that animate professions and launch successful careers. Our 345 permanent faculty members educate nearly 10,000 undergraduate majors and minors and 1,200 graduate students, preparing them for future studies and professional achievements.
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Communication Sciences and Disorders
COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS
B.A.
The Communication Sciences and Disorders program provides a foundation for graduate study in Communication Sciences and Disorders and related fields. Courses are offered in typical and disordered speech, language and hearing across the lifespan. A student with a major in Communication Sciences and Disorders is preparing for a career as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
COMD 2338
Phonetics
CORE
6 American History Credit Hours
COMD 1333
Intro to Communication Disorders
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Science Credit Hours
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
CORE
6 Government/Political Science Credit Hours
BIOL 1310
General Biology
CORE
3 Life & Physical Science Credit Hours
COMD 2339
Speech & Language Development
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
MATH 1310
College Algebra
MINOR
15 Minor Course Credit Hours
COMD 2376
Anatomy for Communication
ELECT
16 Foreign Language Credit Hours
MATH 2311
Intro to Probability & Statistics
ELECT
1 Approved General Elective Credit Hour
PSYC 1300
Intro to Psychology
CLASS
6 CLASS Elective Credit Hours
COMD 3385
Speech Science
PSYC
3 Psychology (2000+ Level) Credit Hours
COMD 3371
Speech Development & Disorders in Children
COMD 3383
Language Disorders in Children
COMD WID
COMD approved Writing Intensive
COMD 3381
Audiology
COMD 4333
Neuroscience for COMD
COMD 4382
Aural Rehabilitation
COMD 4489
Clinical Procedure
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Communication Sciences and Disorders
COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS
B.S.
The Communication Sciences and Disorders program provides a foundation for graduate study in Communication Sciences and Disorders and related fields. Courses are offered in typical and disordered speech, language and hearing across the lifespan. A student with a major in Communication Sciences and Disorders is preparing for a career as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
COMD 1333
Intro to Communication Disorders
CORE
6 American History Credit Hours
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Science Credit Hours
MATH 1310
College Algebra
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
MATH 1330
Precalculus
CORE
6 Government/Political Science Credit Hours
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
BIOL 1310
General Biology I
CORE
3 Math Reasoning Credit Hours
BIOL
General Biology Lab I
PSYC
3 (2000 Level) Psychology Credit Hours
COMD 2339
Speech & Language Development
COMD WID
PHYS 1301
Intro General Physics I
3 Approved Communication Disorder Writing Intensive Credit Hours
PHYS 1101
Intro General Physics Lab I
CLASS
9 CLASS Elective Credit Hours
PSYC 1300
Intro to Psychology
MINOR
15 Minor Course Credit Hours
COMD 2338
Phonetics
ELECT
6 Approved General Elective Credit Hours
MATH 2311
Intro to Probability & Statistics
COMD 2376
Anatomy for Communication
COMD 3385
Speech Science
COMD 3371
Speech Development & Disorders in Children
COMD 3383
Language Disorders in Children
COMD 3381
Audiology
COMD 4333
Neuroscience for Communication Disorder
COMD 4382
Aural Rehabilitation
COMD 4489
Clinical Procedures
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Jack J. Valenti School of Communication
HEALTH COMMUNICATION
B.A.
The Health Communication degree allows students to complete coursework across a wide range of health care situations focusing on interpersonal, group, organizational, cultural, and computer-mediated levels of analysis. Students will also focus on the role of gender, media, tailored messages, and e-health in building, delivering, and evaluating mediated health campaigns to promote health and behavior change.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
ENGL 1303
Freshman Composition I
ELECT
6 (2000-level) Foreign Language Credit Hours
ENGL 1304
Freshman Composition II
HIST
6 American History Credit Hours
MATH 1310
College Algebra
MATH
3 Math Reasoning Credit Hours
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
POLS 1337
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
CORE
6 Life & Physical Sciences Credit Hours
COMM 1301
Media and Society
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Sciences Credit Hours
COMM 4303 Communication Law and Ethics
CORE
3 Writing in the Discipline Credit Hours
COMM 2310
Writing for Print and Digital Media
CLASS
9 CLASS Block Required Credit Hours
COMM 3300 Health Communication
MINOR
15–21 Minor Credit Hours
COMM 3303
ELECT
21 Health Communication Major Elective Credit Hours
ELECT
9 Additional Elective Credit Hours
Health Literacy
COMM 3340 Health Campaigns
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Jack J. Valenti School of Communication
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
B.A.
The Interpersonal Communication program gives students the knowledge of interplay between communication and relationships on both micro and societal levels. Students will develop analytic and communication skills needed to understand the process of relationship development, maintenance and deterioration on a micro level. Whereas, on a societal level, students will acquire critical reasoning skills needed to interpret images and messages about families and other small groups.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
ENGL 1303
Freshman Composition I
ELECT
15 Interpersonal Elective Credit Hours
ENGL 1304
Freshman Composition II
ELECT
6 Foreign Language (2000+ level) Credit Hours
MATH 1311
Elementary Mathematical Modeling
ELECT
24 Additional Elective Credit Hours
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
HIST
6 American History Credit Hours
POLS 1337
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
COMM 1301
Media and Society
CORE
6 Life & Physical Sciences Credit Hours
COMM 4303 Comm Law and Ethics
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Sciences Credit Hours
COMM 1333
Interpersonal Communication
CORE
3 Writing in the Disciplines Credit Hours
COMM 3330 Relational Communication
CLASS
9 CLASS Block Required Credit Hours
COMM 3331
Family Communication
MATH
3 Math Reasoning Credit Hours
COMM 4331
Persuasion
COMM 4335
Crisis Communication
COMM 4357
Intercultural Communication
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Health and Human Performance
KINESIOLOGY The Kinesiology program offers students three tracks: Exercise Science, Sports Administration and Fitness and Sports where students will have the opportunity to hone in on their specialized areas to develop their skills.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
ENGL 1303
Freshman Composition I
HIST
6 American History Credit Hours
ENGL 1304
Freshman Composition II
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
MATH 1310
College Algebra
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Sciences Credit Hours
POLS 1337
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
CORE
3 Writing in the Disciplines Credit Hours
MATH
3 Math Reasoning Credit Hours
MATH
6 Math and Science Credit Hours
FITNESS AND SPORTS
B.S.
KIN 1352
Foundations of Kinesiology Studies
KIN 3304
Human Structure& Phys Perform
KIN 3305
Social & Cultural Aspects of Sport
KIN 3306
Physiology of Human Performance
KIN 3309
Biomechanics
KIN 3350
Psychological Aspects of Sports & Exercise
KIN 4310
Measurement in Human Performance
KIN 4315
Motor Learning and Control
KIN 4370
Exercise Testing
NUTR 2332
Introduction to Human Nutrition
KIN 4300
Physical Activity in Older Adults
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
SPORTS ADMINISTRATION
B.S.
ACCT 2331
Accounting Principles I-Financial
KIN 3370
Sports Facility Management
ECON 2304
Microeconomic Principles
KIN 4340
Sports Governance
KIN 1352
Foundations of Kinesiology Studies
KIN 4345
Sports, Hlt, Fitness Program Financing
KIN 3303
Sports Communication
KIN 4301
Workplace Wellness
KIN 3305
Social and Cultural Aspects of Sports
KIN 4302
Fitness and Human Sexuality
KIN 3360
Prof Preparation for Sportss Admin
EXERCISE SCIENCE-HEALTH PROFESSIONS
B.S.
KIN 1352
Foundations of Kinesiology Studies
BIOL 1344
Human Anatomy and Physiology
KIN 3304
Human Structure and Physical Performance
BIOL 1144
Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab I
KIN 3305
Social and Cultural Aspects of Sports
CHEM 1331
Fundamentals of Chemistry I
KIN 3306
Physiology of Human Performance
CHEM 1111
Fundamentals of Chemistry Lab I
KIN 3309
Biomechanics
CHEM 1332
Fundamentals of Chemistry II
KIN 3350
Psychological Aspects of Sports and Exercise
CHEM 1112
Fundamentals of Chemistry Lab II
KIN 4310
Measurement in Human Performance
PHYS 1302
Intro General Physics II
KIN 4315
Motor Learning and Control
PHYS 1102
Intro General Physics Lab II
KIN 4370
Exercise Testing
CORE
8 Life & Physical Sciences Credit Hours
NUTR 2332
Intro to Human Nutrition
ELECT
16 Required General Elective Credit Hours
EXERCISE SCIENCE
B.S.
KIN 1352
Foundations of Kinesiology Studies
KIN 4315
Motor Learning and Control
KIN 3304
Human Structure and Physical Performance
KIN 4370
Exercise Testing
KIN 3305
Social and Cultural Aspects of Sports
NUTR 2332
Intro to Human Nutrition
KIN 3306
Physiology of Human Performance
KIN
6 Exercise Science Primary Credit Hours
KIN 3309
Biomechanics
ELECT
21 Required General Elective Credit Hours
KIN 3350
Psychological Aspects of Sports and Exercise
CORE
6 Life & Physical Sciences Credit Hours
KIN 4310
Measurement in Human Performance
REQD
15 Minor or Double Major Credit Hours
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Health and Human Performance
NUTRITION
B.S.
The Human Nutrition and Foods Program provides high-quality nutrition education and necessary skills to become well-rounded professionals in nutrition to promote an intellectually and culturally diverse educational and research environment .
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
BIOL 1144
Anatomy & Physiology II lab
ENGL 1303
Freshman Composition I
BIOL 1353
Pre-nursing Microbiology
ENGL 1304
Freshman Composition II
BIOL 1153
Pre-nursing Microbiology lab
MATH 1310
College Algebra
PHYS 1301
Intro to General Physics
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
PHYS 1101
Intro General Physics lab
POLS 1337
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
PHYS 1302
Intro to General Physics II
PHYS 1102
Intro General Physics II lab
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
CHEM 3331
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
CHEM 3221
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry lab
CHEM 1331
Chemistry I
CHEM 3332
Organic Chemistry II
CHEM 1111
Chemistry I Lab
CHEM 3222
Organic Chemistry II lab
CHEM 1332
Chemistry II
BCHS 3304
General Biochemistry I
CHEM 1112
Chemistry II Lab
KIN 3306
Physiology of Human Performance
MATH 2311
Intro to Probability and Statistics
KIN 4310
Measurements in Human Performance
KIN 1304
Public Health Issues in Physical Activity and Obesity
NUTR 2332
Intro to Human Nutrition
NUTR 3334
Advanced Nutrition
NUTR 3336
Nutritional Pathophysiology
NUTR 3340
Nutrition in the Life Cycle
NUTR 4312
Nutrition Assessment & Planning
NUTR 4334
Community Nutrition
NUTR 4345
Obesity Epidemic
ELECTIVES CORE
3 Writing in the Disciplines Credit Hours
MATH
6 Math and Science Credit Hours
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
Nutritional Science Track BIOL 1334
Human Anatomy & Physiology I
BIOL 1134
Anatomy & Physiology I lab
BIOL 1344
Human Anatomy & Physiology II
Electives ELECT
1 PEB Activity Credit Hour
ELECT
9 Nutrition Course Credit Hours
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS ACEND (Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics) Accredited Track
Nutrition and Fitness Track BIOL 1334
Human Anatomy & Physiology I
BIOL 1334
Human Anatomy &Physiology I
BIOL 1134
Anatomy & Physiology I lab
BIOL 1134
Anatomy & Physiology I lab
BIOL 1344
Human Anatomy & Physiology II
BIOL 1344
Human Anatomy & Physiology II
BIOL 1144
Anatomy & Physiology II lab
BIOL 1144
Anatomy &Physiology II lab
BIOL 1353
Pre-nursing Microbiology
BIOL 1353
Pre-nursing Microbiology
BIOL 1153
Pre-nursing Microbiology lab
BIOL 1153
Pre-nursing Microbiology lab
KIN 3306
Physiology of Human Performance
CHEM 3331
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
KIN 4310
Measurements in Human Performance
CHEM 3221
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry lab
NUTR 2332
Intro to Human Nutrition
BCHS 3304
General Biochemistry I
NUTR 3334
Advanced Nutrition
NUTR 2332
Intro to Human Nutrition
NUTR 3336
Nutritional Pathophysiology
NUTR 2333
Commercial Food Production Lecture I
NUTR 3340
Nutrition in the Life Cycle
NUTR 2133
Commercial Food Production lab I
NUTR 4334
Community Nutrition
NUTR 3101
Dietetics as a Profession
NUTR 4345
Obesity Epidemic
NUTR 3330
Management in Food and Nutrition Systems
NUTR 4349
Public Policy in Nutrition
NUTR 3334
Advanced Nutrition
NUTR 3335
Comm. Food Prod. Lecture II
NUTR 3336
Nutritional Pathophysiology
NUTR 3340
Nutrition in the Life Cycle
NUTR 4101
Dietetics as a Profession II
NUTR 4312
Nutrition Assessment & Planning
NUTR 4333
Medical Nutrition Therapy-‐Cardiovascular
NUTR 4334
Community Nutrition
NUTR 4346
Research in Nutrition
NUTR 4347
Medical Nutrition Therapy-‐Metabolic
NUTR 4348
Intro to Nutritional Counseling
NUTR 4349
Public Policy in Nutrition
NUTR 4351
Gerontology and Nutrition
NUTR 4352
Child and Adolescent Nutrition
NUTR 4353
Cultural Competency for Nutrition Professionals
Electives ELECT
1 PEB Activity Credit Hour
Electives ELECT
1 PEB Activity Credit Hour
KIN
21 Kinesiology Course Credit Hours
NUTR
9 Nutrition Course Credit Hours
COLLEGE OF
NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (NSM) is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service in the physical and biological sciences, computer science, and mathematics. NSM’s location in the nation’s fourth-largest city and energy capital of the world presents numerous opportunities for collaboration with the oil and gas industry, Texas Medical Center, NASA’s Johnson Space Center, and other entities. NSM hosts more than 5,000 students and confers more than 900 degrees each year, with more than 200 ranked faculty, including four National Academy of Sciences members. NSM also enjoys a solid research funding base with $30 million in annual research expenditures, academic collaborations with numerous institutions, industry consortia and partnerships, and outreach programs with local school districts. The College’s innovative resources, including a centralized testing and tutoring center and peer-led team learning workshops ensure student success.
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
BIOCHEMISTRY & BIOPHYSICAL SCIENCES
B.A.
The Biochemistry & Biophysical Sciences program examines the chemical processes in living organisms. Students study the role of biomolecules, including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids, in the development of structure and function of living organisms.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
BCHS 3201
Biochemistry I Laboratory
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
BCHS 3304
General Biochemistry I
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
BCHS 3304
General Biochemistry II
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
BCHS 4304
Biophysics
MATH 1431
Calculus I
BCHS 4305
Nucleic Acids
MATH 1432
Calculus II
BCHS 4307
Proteins
MATH 2433
Calculus III
BCHS 4311
Biochemistry Laboratory II
PHYS 1101
General Physics Laboratory I
BIOL 1161
Intro to Biological Science Lab
PHYS 1102
General Physics Laboratory II
BIOL 1162
Intro to Biological Science Lab
PHYS 1301
Intro General Physics I
BIOL 1361
Intro to Biological Science
PHYS 1302
Intro General Physics II
BIOL 1362
Intro to Biological Science
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
BIOL 3300
Genetics
POLS 1337
CHEM 1111
Fundamentals of Chemistry I Lab
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
CHEM 1112
Fundamentals of Chemistry II Lab
ELECTIVES
CHEM 1331
Fundamentals of Chemistry I
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
CHEM 1332
Fundamentals of Chemistry II
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Sciences Credit Hours
CHEM 3221
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry I Lab
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
CHEM 3222
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry II Lab
ELECT
6 NSM Capstone or Elective Credit Hours
CHEM 3331
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry I
ELECT
CHEM 3332
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry II
3 Advanced Biochemical and Biophysical Sciences Credit Hours
CHEM 4370
Physical Chemistry I
ELECT
6 Foreign Language (2000 level) Credit Hours
COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS
BIOCHEMISTRY & BIOPHYSICAL SCIENCES
B.S.
The Biochemistry & Biophysical Sciences program examines the chemical processes in living organisms. Students study the role of biomolecules, including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids, in the development of structure and function of living organisms.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
BCHS 3201
Biochemistry I Laboratory
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
BCHS 3304
General Biochemistry I
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
BCHS 4304
Biophysics
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
BCHS 4305
Nucleic Acids
MATH 1431
Calculus I
BCHS 4307
Proteins
MATH 1432
Calculus II
BCHS 4311
Biochemistry Laboratory II
MATH 2433
Calculus III
BIOL 1161
Intro to Biological Science Lab
PHYS 1101
General Physics Laboratory I
BIOL 1162
Intro to Biological Science Lab
PHYS 1102
General Physics Laboratory II
BIOL 1361
Intro to Biological Science
PHYS 1301
Intro General Physics I
BIOL 1362
Intro to Biological Science
PHYS 1302
Intro General Physics II
BIOL 3300
Genetics
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
CHEM 1111
Fundamentals of Chemistry I Lab
POLS 1337
CHEM 1112
Fundamentals of Chemistry II Lab
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
CHEM 1331
Fundamentals of Chemistry I
ELECTIVES
CHEM 1332
Fundamentals of Chemistry II
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
CHEM 3221
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry I Lab
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Sciences Credit Hours
CHEM 3222
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry II Lab
CORE
3 Language Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
CHEM 3331
Fundamen of Organic Chemistry I
ELECT
CHEM 3332
Fundamentals of Organic Chem II
6 Advanced Biochemical and Biophysical Sciences Elective Credit Hours
CHEM 4370
Physical Chemistry I
ELECT
9 NSM Capstone or Elective Credit Hours
CHEM 4373
Survey of Physical Chemistry
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
BIOLOGY
B.A.
The Biology program allows students to study living organisms and their environmental interactions. Students examine structure, regulation, function, growth, origin, evolution, and distribution of living things, while gathering an understanding of cellular, physiological, and developmental relationships.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
BCHS 3201
Biochemistry Laboratory I
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
BCHS 3304
General Biochemistry I
MATH 1431
Calculus I
BIOL 4206
Ecology and Evolution Laboratory
MATH 1432
Calculus II
BIOL 4374
Cell Biology
MATH 2433
Calculus III
BIOL 1161
Intro to Biological Science Lab
PHYS 1101
General Physics Laboratory I
BIOL 1162
Intro to Biological Science Lab
PHYS 1102
General Physics Laboratory II
BIOL 1361
Intro to Biological Science
PHYS 1301
Introductory General Physics I
BIOL 1362
Intro to Biological Science
PHYS 1302
Introductory General Physics II
BIOL 3301
Genetics
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
BIOL 3306
Evolutionary Biology
POLS 1337
BIOL 3311
Genetics Laboratory
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
BIOL 4103
Integration of Biological Knowledge
ELECTIVES
CHEM 1111
Fundamentals of Chemistry I Lab
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
CHEM 1112
Fundamentals of Chemistry II Lab
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Sciences Credit Hours
CHEM 1331
Fundamentals of Chemistry I
ELECT
3 Approved Biology Elective
CHEM 1332
Fundamentals of Chemistry II
CORE
3 Language Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
CHEM 3331
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry I
ELECT
12 NSM Capstone or Elective Credit Hours
CHEM 3221
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry I Lab
ELECT
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
9 Approved Advanced Biology Elective Credit Hours
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS
BIOLOGY
B.S.
The Biology program allows students to study living organisms and their environmental interactions. Students examine structure, regulation, function, growth, origin, evolution, and distribution of living things, while gathering an understanding of cellular, physiological, and developmental relationships.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
MATH 1431
Calculus I
BCHS 3201
Biochemistry Laboratory I
MATH 1432
Calculus II
BCHS 3304
General Biochemistry I
MATH 2433
Calculus III
BIOL 4272
Cellular & Developmental Biology Lab
MATH 3339
Statistics for the Sciences
BIOL 1161
Intro to Biological Science Lab
PHYS 1101
General Physics Laboratory I
BIOL 1162
Intro to Biological Science Lab
PHYS 1102
General Physics Laboratory II
BIOL 1361
Intro to Biological Science
PHYS 1301
Introductory General Physics I
BIOL 1362
Intro to Biological Science
PHYS 1302
Introductory General Physics II
BIOL 3306
Evolutionary Biology
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
Biol 3311
Genetics Laboratory
POLS 1337
BIOL 4103
Integration of Biological Knowledge
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
CHEM 1111
Fundamentals of Chemistry I Lab
ELECTIVES
CHEM 1112
Fundamentals of Chemistry II Lab
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Sciences Credit Hours
CHEM 1331
Fundamentals of Chemistry I
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
CHEM 1332
Fundamentals of Chemistry II
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
CHEM 3221
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry I Lab
ELECT
3 Genetics Laboratory Credit Hours
CHEM 3331
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry I
ELECT
12 NSM Capstone or Elective Credit Hours
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
ELECT
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
9 Approved Advanced Biology Elective Credit Hours
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
BIOL
3 Approved Advanced Elective Credit Hours
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
CHEMISTRY
B.A.
The Department of Chemistry’s teaching and research encompasses organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry. This physical science involves the study of composition, properties, and transformations of matter with a focus on the understanding and manipulation of matter at the atomic and molecular levels.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
MATH 2433
Calculus III
CHEM 1111
Fundamentals of Chemistry I Lab
MATH 3321
Engineering Mathematics
CHEM 1112
Fundamentals of Chemistry II Lab
PHYS 1121
Physics Laboratory I
CHEM 1331
Fundamentals of Chemistry I
PHYS 1122
Physics Laboratory II
CHEM 1332
Fundamentals of Chemistry II
PHYS 1321
University Physics I
CHEM 3119
Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
PHYS 1322
University Physics
CHEM 3221
Fundamentals of Organic Chem I Lab
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
CHEM 3222
Fundamentals of Organic Chem II Lab
POLS 1337
CHEM 3331
Fundamentals of Organic Chem I
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
CHEM 3332
Fundamentals of Organic Chem II
ELECTIVES
CHEM 3369
Analytical Chemistry
CORE
3 Foreign Language (2000-level) Credit Hours
CHEM 4370
Physical Chemistry I
ELECT
9 NSM Capstone or Elective Credit Hours
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Sciences Credit Hours
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
CORE
3 Writing in the Discipline Credit Hours
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
HIST 1377
The United States Since 1877
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
MATH 1431
Calculus I
ELECT
3 Approved Elective Credit Hours
MATH 1432
Calculus II
ELECT
6 Approved Advanced Chemistry Elective Credit Hours
COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS
CHEMISTRY
B.S.
The Department of Chemistry’s teaching and research encompasses organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry. This physical science involves the study of composition, properties, and transformations of matter with a focus on the understanding and manipulation of matter at the atomic and molecular levels.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
CHEM 1111
Fundamentals of Chemistry I Lab
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
CHEM 1112
Fundamentals of Chemistry II Lab
HIST 1377
The United States Since 1877
CHEM 1331
Fundamentals of Chemistry I
MATH 1431
Calculus I
CHEM 1332
Fundamentals of Chemistry II
MATH 1432
Calculus II
CHEM 2133
Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
MATH 2433
Calculus III
CHEM 2233
Inorganic Chemistry
MATH 3321
Engineering Mathematics
CHEM 3119
Analytical Chemistry Lab
PHYS 1121
University Physics Lab I
CHEM 3221
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry I Lab
PHYS 1122
Physics II Lab
CHEM 3222
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry II Lab
PHYS 1321
University Physics I
CHEM 3331
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry I
PHYS 1322
University Physics II
CHEM 3332
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry II
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
CHEM 3369
Analytical Chemistry
POLS 1337
CHEM 4115
Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
CHEM 4229
Instrumental Methods of Analysis Lab
ELECTIVES
CHEM 4270
Physical Chemistry I Lab
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Sciences Credit Hours
CHEM 4272
Physical Chemistry II Lab
CORE
3 Writing in the Discipline Credit Hours
CHEM 4336
Fundamental Biochemistry
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
CHEM 4365
Inorganic Chemistry II
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
CHEM 4369
Instrumental Methods of Analysis
ELECT
6 NSM Capstone or Elective Credit Hours
CHEM 4370
Physical Chemistry I
CORE
6 Natural Sciences Approved Credit Hours
CHEM 4372
Physical Chemistry II
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
ADVANCED CHEM ELEC
3 Advanced Approved Chemistry Elective Credit Hours
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
COMPUTER SCIENCE
B.S.
All students majoring in computer science must take a substantial number of courses in mathematics. Students considering majoring in computer science should have shown considerable ability in mathematics and logical reasoning. Students majoring in computer science also receive extensive instruction in state-of-the-art software engineering methods and practices. Therefore, they combine a good mathematical background with the ability to design and develop quality software on a large scale.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
MATH 1432
Calculus II
COSC 3320
Algorithms & Complexities
MATH 2331
Linear Algebra
COSC 3360
Operating Systems
MATH 3339
Statistics for Sciences
COSC 1306
Computer Science Programming
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
COSC 1430
Intro to Programming
POLS 1337
COSC 2430
Programming & Data Structures
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
COSC 2440
Computer Organization and Architecture
ELECTIVES
COSC 3340
Intro to Automata & Computability
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
COSC 3380
Database Systems
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
COSC 4351
Fundamentals of Software Engineering
CORE
3 Writing in the Discipline Credit Hours
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Sciences Credit Hours
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
COSC
12 COSC Advanced Elective Credit Hours
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
ELECT
21 Minor/Free Elective Credit Hours
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
CORE
2 Natural Science Laboratory Credit Hours
MATH 3336
Discrete Mathematics
CORE
9 Natural Science Approved Course Credit Hours
MATH 1431
Calculus I
COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS
MATHEMATICAL BIOLOGY
B.S.
The Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Biology prepares students to apply mathematical analysis to biological phenomena. Experts are needed to manage and analyze complex and vast data sets generated by genome scale projects. This major allows students to combine their expertise their expertise in math, technology, and the natural sciences.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
HIST 1378
The United States since 1877
BCHS 3304
General Biochemistry
MATH 1431
Calculus I
BIOL 1161
Intro to Biological Science Lab
MATH 1432
Calculus II
BIOL 1162
Intro to Biological Science Lab
MATH 2331
Linear Algebra
BIOL 1361
Intro to Biological Science
MATH 2433
Calculus III
BIOL 1362
Intro to Biological Science
MATH 3331
Differential Equations
BIOL 3301
Genetics
MATH 3338
Probability
BIOL 3306
Evolutionary Biology
MATH 3339
Statistics for the Sciences
BIOL 3311
Genetics Laboratory
PHYS 1121
Physics Lab I
BIOL 3324
Human Physiology
PHYS 1122
Physics Lab II
BIOL 4309
Mathematical Biology
PHYS 1321
Physics I
BIOL 4310
Biostatistics
PHYS 1322
Physics II
BIOL 4374
Cell Biology
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
CHEM 1111
Fundamentals of Chemistry Lab I
POLS 1337
CHEM 1112
Fundamentals of Chemistry Lab II
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
CHEM 1331
Fundamentals of Chemistry I
ELECTIVES
CHEM 1332
Fundamentals of Chemistry II
CORE
3 Social & Behavioral Sciences Credit Hours
CHEM 3221
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Lab
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
CHEM 3331
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
ENGL 1303
First-Year Writing I
ELECT
6 Approved Elective Credit Hours
ENGL 1304
First-Year Writing II
MATH
3 4000-level Math Elective Credit Hours
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
PHYSICS
B.A.
Physics is the most basic and fundamental science. Physicists attempt to understand the natural laws around us, inside us, and in the universe beyond us, using experimental, analytical, and numerical skills to solve problems. Physicists make significant contributions in many fields and have received several Nobel prizes in chemistry, biology and economics. Those who have a natural curiosity for investigating how things work and are good at math would enjoy physics as a major.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
CORE
3 Social and Behavioral Sciences Core Course Credit Hours
CHEM 1331
Fundamentals of Chemistry I
CHEM 1111
Fundamentals of Chemistry Laboratory
ELECT
6 1000 Level Foreign Language Credit Hours
MATH 1431
Calculus I
ELECT
6 2000 Level Foreign Language Credit Hours
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
ELECT
CHEM 1332
Fundamentals of Chemistry II
6 3000/4000 level Mathematics Elective Credit Hours
CHEM 1112
Fundamentals of Chemistry Laboratory
CORE
6 Life & Physical Sciences Core Credit Hours
MATH 1432
Calculus II
PHYS
12 3000/4000 Level Physics Elective Credit Hours
PHYS 1321
Physics I
CORE
3 Creative Arts Core Course Core Credit Hours
PHYS 1121
Physics Laboratory I
ELECT
9 NSM Capstone or Free Elective Credit Hours
MATH 2331
Linear Algebra
CORE
MATH 2433
Calculus III
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Core Credit Hours
PHYS 1322
Physics II
ELECT
3 Free Elective Credit Hours
PHYS 1122
Physics Laboratory II
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
MATH 3331
Differential Equations
PHYS 3315
Modern Physics
PHYS 3110
Seminar in Advanced Laboratory Analysis
PHYS 3313
Advanced Laboratory I
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
POLS 1337
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
PHYS 4421
Electronic Devices and Their Applications
COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS
PHYSICS
B.A.
Physics is the most basic and fundamental science. Physicists attempt to understand the natural laws around us, inside us, and in the universe beyond us, using experimental, analytical, and numerical skills to solve problems. Physicists make significant contributions in many fields and have received several Nobel prizes in chemistry, biology and economics. Those who have a natural curiosity for investigating how things work and are good at math would enjoy physics as a major.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
POLS 1337
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
MATH 3363
Introduction to Partial Differential Equations
PHYS 3327
Thermal Physics
PHYS 4321
Intermediate Electromagnetic Theory I
PHYS 4421
Electronic Devices and Their Applications
PHYS 4322
Intermediate Electromagnetic Theory II
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
CHEM 1331
Fundamentals of Chemistry
CHEM 1111
Fundamentals of Chemistry Laboratory
MATH 1431
Calculus I
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
CHEM 1332
Fundamentals of Chemistry II
CHEM 1112
Fundamentals of Chemistry Laboratory
MATH 1432
Calculus II
ELECTIVES
PHYS 1321
University Physics I
PHYS
6 Physics 3000/4000-level Elective Credit Hours
PHYS 1121
Physics Laboratory I
ELECT
MATH 2331
Linear Algebra
10 NSM Capstone or Minor or Free Elective Credit Hours
MATH 2433
Calculus III
ELECT
3 Natural Science Approved Course Credit Hours
PHYS 1322
University Physics II
ELECT
3 Free Elective Credit Hours
PHYS 1122
Physics Laboratory II
CORE
3 Creative Arts Core Course Credit Hours
MATH 3331
Differential Equations
CORE
PHYS 3315
Modern Physics
3 Life & Physical Sciences Core Course Credit Hours
PHYS 3110
Seminar in Advanced Laboratory Analysis
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Core Course Credit Hours
PHYS 3313
Advanced Laboratory I
CORE
MATH 3364
Introduction to Complex Analysis
3 Social and Behavioral Sciences Core Course Credit Hours
PHYS 3214
Advanced Laboratory II
PHYS 3316
Quantum Mechanics
PHYS 3309
Intermediate Mechanics
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
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COLLEGE OF
NURSING University of Houston College of Nursing, offers excellent and flexible programs for busy nurses who want to obtain a bachelor’s degree, those interested in advancing their nursing career with a graduate degree, or students who already have a university degree and want to become a nurse in our Second Degree program. The programs are approved through the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and have full approval from the Texas Board of Nursing. The baccalaureate and master’s degrees in nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The University of Houston is an institutional member of the Texas Medical Center.
COLLEGE OF NURSING
NURSING
B.S.N.
The Second Degree BSN program is for those who hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in other fields who want to pursuit registered nursing. The program produces graduates for professional nursing practice who can draw upon knowledge from the biological sciences, social sciences, humanities, and nursing to critically analyze human responses to actual and potential health problems and provide appropriate nursing interventions.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
NURS 3440
Intro to Evidence Based Nursing Practice
BIOL 1334
Human Anatomy & Physiology
NURS 3631
Nursing Process for Symptom Management
BIOL 1134
Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab I
NURS 3633
Clinical Nursing Practice I
BIOL 1344
Human Anatomy & Physiology
NURS 3634
Clinical Nursing Practice II
BIOL 1144
Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab II
NURS 3636
Nursing Process for Collaborative Practice I
BIOL 1353
Pre-nursing Microbiology
NURS 3735
Clinical Nursing Practice III
BIOL 1153
Pre-nursing Microbiology Lab
NURS 3737
Nursing Process for Collaborative Practice II
CHEM 1301
Life & Physical Science-Found of Chemistry
NURS 4314
Nursing Research
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
NUTR 2332
Intro to Human Nutrition
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
HDFS 2317
Intro to Human Development & Intervention
POLS 1337
HIST 1376
The United States to 1877
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
PSYC 1300
Intro to Psychology
MATH 1310
College Algebra
SOCI 1300
Intro to Sociology
MATH 2311
Intro to Probabilty and Statistics
ELECTIVES
NURS 3230
Nursing Professional Role I
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
NURS 3247
Pharmacology for Collaborative Nursing Practice
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
NURS 3331
Nursing Professional Role II
CORE
3 Writing in the Disciplines Credit Hours
NURS 3332
Nursing Professional Role III
NURS 4200
2 Nursing Elective Credit Hours
NURS 3337
Reading Interpreting Scientific Literature
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
R.N. TO B.S.N. The RN to BSN program is specifically for working registered nurses who have completed their associate degree in nursing and subsequent RN licensure to advance their professional qualifications. The educational objective of the RN to BSN program is to increase the career and educational opportunities available to registered nurses.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
PSYC 1300
Intro to Psychology
BIOL 1334
Human Anatomy & Physiology
NURS 3310
Professional Role Development & Practice Issues
BIOL 1134
Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab I
NURS 3311
Health Assessment Across the Life Span
BIOL 1344
Human Anatomy & Physiology II
NURS 3315
Pathophysiology
BIOL 1144
Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab II
NURS 4312
BIOL 1353
Prenursing Microbiology
Leadership & Management in Professional Nursing Practice
BIOL 1153
Prenursing Microbiology Lab
NURS 4314
Nursing Research
CHEM 1301
Foundations of Chemistry
NURS 4322
ENGL 1303
First Year Writing I
Policy, Politics, and Ethics in Professional Nursing Practice
ENGL 1304
First Year Writing II
NURS 4520
Concept Integration in Patient Care Management
HDFS 2317
Intro to Human Development & Intervention
NURS 4521
Community Health Nursing
HIST 1376
The United States to 1877
ELECTIVES
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
CORE
3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Credit Hours
MATH 1310
College Algebra
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
MATH 2311
Intro to Probability and Statistics
CORE
3 Writing in the Disciplines Credit Hours
NUTR 2332
Intro to Human Nutrition
NURS 4200
2 Nursing Elective Credit Hours
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
POLS 1337
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
Students will be given 33 credit hours for successful completion of nursing courses from Associated Degree in Nursing or diploma program & subsequent RN licensure.
COLLEGE OF
TECHNOLOGY The College of Technology uniquely prepares technology savvy industry leaders that solve real-world challenges. Students earn accredited degrees in wide-ranging disciplines from engineering technologies, biotechnology and computational health informatics to consumer sciences, computer networking, construction management, digital media, human resource development, and information security systems. Strong partnerships with industry inspire innovation and provide students with opportunities to gain meaningful experiences that complement their theoretical knowledge. Our students are among the best prepared for the evolving workforce.
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BIOTECHNOLOGY
B.S.
The Biotechnology degree program provides students with strong core science concepts and an applicationoriented education. The program’s objective is to prepare students for employment opportunities in the critically important and dynamic biotechnology industry.
Degree Requirements: 120 semester hours COURSES
BCHS 3201
General Biochemistry Lab
ENGL 1303
English Composition I
BIOL 3332
Elementary Microbiology
ENGL 1304
English Composition II
BIOL 3132
Elementary Microbiology lab
TELS 3363
Technical Communication
BTEC 3100
Biotechnology Research Methods
POLS 1336
United States and Texas Constitution and Politics
BTEC 3301
POLS 1337
United States Government: Congress, President, and Courts
Principles of Genomics/Proteomics and Bioinformatics
BTEC 3302
Molecular Genetics & Biotech
HIST 1377
The United States to 1877
BTEC 3317
Biotechnology Regulatory Environments
HIST 1378
The United States Since 1877
BTEC 3321
Current Good Manufac Prac
PHIL 1305
Ethics
CHEM 3221
Organic Chemistry Lab
ELET 2300
Intro to C++ Programming
CHEM 3331
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
MATH 1330
Precalculus
BTEC 4350
Capstone Experience
MATH 1431
Calculus I
MATH 2311
Intro to Probability and Statistics
ELECTIVES
BIOL 1361
Intro to Biological Science
BIOL 1161
Intro to Biological Science Lab
CHEM 1331
Fundamentals of Chemistry
CHEM 1111
Fundamentals of Chemistry Lab
CIS 2334
Information Systems Applications
PHYS 1301
Intro General Physics I
PHYS 1101
General Physics Lab I
TELS 3340
Organizational Leadership and Supervision
BIOL 1362
Intro to Biological Science
BIOL 1162
Intro to Biological Science Lab
BTEC 1322
Intro to Biotechnology
CHEM 1332
Fundamentals of Chemistry
CHEM 1112
Fundamentals of Chemistry Lab
BCHS 3304
General Biochemistry
CORE
3 Creative Arts Credit Hours
CORE
3 Social and Behavioral Sciences Credit Hours
ELEC
6 Elective Credit Hours
Biomanufacturing Track BTEC 3320
Intro to Quality Assurance and Quality Control in Biotechnology
BTEC 4301
Principles of Bioprocessing
BTEC 4101
Principles of Bioprocessing Lab
BTEC 4319
Microbial Biotechnology
ELECT
3 Approved Elective Credit Hours
Bioinformatics Track CIS 3343
System Analysis & Design
CIS 3365
Database Design
BTEC 4300
Principles of Bioinformatics
ELECT
3 Approved Elective Credit Hours
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COLLEGE OF
EDUCATION
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
COUNSELING
M.Ed.
The Masters of Education in Counseling program prepares students for careers in professional counseling and future doctoral study. The program provides graduates a deep understanding of counseling theories, skills and techniques. Graduates will The Masters of Education in Counseling program prepares students for careers in professional counseling and future doctoral study. The program provides graduates a deep understanding of counseling theories, skills and techniques. Graduates will be prepared for careers in multiple settings and will gain an understanding of providing services to diverse populations.
Degree Requirements: 48 semester hours COURSE LISTING
Thesis Option
PHLS 6330
Human Growth and Development
ELECT
3 Elective Counseling Course Credit Hours
PHLS 6310
Intro to Educational Research
PHLS 6399
Masters Thesis
PHLS 6325
Theories of Counseling
PHLS 7399
Masters Thesis
PHLS 6343
Legal and Ethical Issues in Counseling
PHLS 7375
Intro to Family Counseling
PHLS 6345
Atypical Growth and Development
Non-Thesis Option
PHLS 6315
Career Counseling
ELECT
9 Elective Counseling Course Credit Hours
PHLS 6352
Assessment in Educational Psychology
COMP
Comprehensive Exam
PHLS 6391
Intro Lab in Counseling Processes
PHLS 6335
Intro to Group Counseling Theory
PHLS 6370
Intro to Cross-Culture Counseling
PHLS 7393
Internship and Practicum (6 hours for two semesters)
PHLS 7375
Intro to Family Counseling
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COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY
Ph.D.
The Counseling Psychology doctoral program trains psychologists to become health service psychologists and psychological researchers. Through our challenging curriculum and supportive student environment, we strive to develop psychologists who are skilled in the practice of psychology, who have a solid foundation of psychological science, and display ethical behavior and professionalism.
Degree Requirements: 60 semester hours COURSE LISTING
ELECTIVES
PHLS 8319
Inferential Statistics in P/E Research
PHLS 8399
6 Dissertation Credit Hours
PHLS 8322
Intermediate Statistical Analysis
PHLS 8393
12 Doctoral Practicum in Psychology Credit Hours
PHLS 8324
Multivariate Statistics
INTERN
2 Internship Credit Hours
PHLS 8351
History and Philosophy of Science and Psychology
PHLS 8302
Research Methods in Education I
PHLS 6330
Human Growth and Development
PHLS 7330
Advanced Theories of Counseling
PHLS 8357
Clinical Interventions
PHLS 8305
Supervision & Consultation in Counseling Psychology
PHLS 8334
Research in Counseling Psychology
PHLS 8337
Multicultural Issues in Counseling
PHLS 8339
Seminar in Career Counseling
PHLS 8341
Professional Seminar
PSYC 7342
Biological Bases of Behavior
PHLS 8349
Advanced Assessment II
PHLS 8347
Advanced Assessment I
PHLS 8364
Professional Practice in Psychology: Ethics, Law & Professional Issues
PHLS 8397
Cognitive-Affective Bases of Behavior
PSYC 6338
Foundations of Social Psychology
PHLS 8193
Internship in Psychology
PHLS 7398
Candidacy Research
PHLS 8300
Advanced Education & Psychology Measurement
CULLEN
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
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BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
M.S.
Biomedical engineering graduate students will be prepared for careers in the biomedical technology industry, academia or government. Research in the graduate program focuses on three main areas: 1) neural, cognitive and rehabilitation engineering; 2) biomedical imaging; 3) bionanoscience.
Degree Requirements: 30 semester hours COURSE LISTING
ELECTIVES
BIOE 6300
Math Methods in Biomedical Engineering
ELECT
BIOE 6301
Statistical Methods in Biomedical Engineering
BIOE 6350
Genomic and Proteomic Engineering
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
21 Graduate-level Elective Credit Hours
Ph.D
Candidates for the Ph.D. degree are given intensive exposure to a specific field of engineering research as well as continued study of a broad range of engineering fundamentals. The main focus is individual research, and students are expected to expand the frontiers of knowledge in their area of endeavor.
Degree Requirements: 84 semester hours COURSE LISTING
ELECTIVES
BIOE 6300
Mathematical Methods in Biomedical Engineering
ELECT
3 Approved MATH Elective Credit Hours
BIOE 6301
Statistical Methods in Biomedical Engineering
ELECT
8 Elective Course Credit Hours
BIOE 6350
Genomic and Proteomic Engineeringg
ELECT
36 Research Credit Hours
ELECT
12 Dissertation Credit Hours
Note: Seminar attendance (Required with research enrollment) Note: Five of the eight elective courses must be taken within the BIOE department (Effective Fall 2016)
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
Ph.D . (WITH PRIOR M.S. DEGREE)
Candidates for the Ph.D. degree are given intensive exposure to a specific field of engineering research as well as continued study of a broad range of engineering fundamentals. The main focus is individual research, and students are expected to expand the frontiers of knowledge in their area of endeavor.
Degree Requirements: 54 semester hours COURSE LISTING
ELECTIVES
BIOE 6300
Mathematical Methods in Biomedical Engineering
ELECT
6 Elective Course Credit Hours
BIOE 6350
Genomic and Proteomic Engineering
ELECT
18 Research Credit Hours
ELECT
12 Dissertation Credit Hours
Note: Seminar attendance (required with research enrollment) Note: Four of the six elective courses must be taken within the BIOE department (effective Fall 2016)
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
M.S.
Chemical engineers are taught to link chemistry and engineering in order to produce substances or products that improve people’s lives. Chemical engineers develop techniques and processes to convert raw materials into products such as plastics, food, pharmaceuticals, petroleum products and other consumer goods while maximizing efficiency and minimizing risk and environmental impact.
Degree Requirements: 30 semester hours COURSE LISTING
ELECTIVES
CHEE 6331
Mathematical Methods in Chemical Engineering I
ELECT
CHEE 6333
Transport Processes (Fluid Mechanics)
CHEE 6335
Classical & Statistical Thermodynamics
CHEE 6337
Advanced Reactor Engineering
18 Graduate-level Elective Credit Hours
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
M.ChE
A Master of Chemical Engineering degree is offered as a non-thesis program for the working professional. This program is geared towards those who plan to pursue careers in plant operations, design and management in the chemical process industry.
Degree Requirements: 30 semester hours COURSE LISTING
ELECTIVES
CHEE 6368
Chemical Process Economics I
ELECT
CHEE 6369
Chemical Process Economics II
CHEE 6383
Advanced Unit Operations
CHEE 6367
Advanced Process Control
INDE 6372
Advanced Linear Optimization
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
15 Graduate-level Elective Credit Hours
Ph.D.
Candidates for the Ph.D. degree are given intensive exposure to a specific field of engineering research as well as continued study of a broad range of engineering fundamentals. The main focus is individual research, and students are expected to expand the frontiers of knowledge in their area of endeavor.
Degree Requirements: 30 semester hours COURSE LISTING
ELECTIVES
CHEE 6331
Mathematical Methods in Chemical Engineering I
CHEE
6 Semi-Core Elective Credit Hours
CHEE 6333
Transport Process
CHEE
12 Graduate-level Elective Credit Hours
CHEE 6335
Classical & Statistical Thermodynamics
CHEE 6337
Advanced Reactor Engineering
LAW CENTER The Law Center was established in 1947 and enrolls more than 800 students in its degree programs. We offer J.D., LL.M. and “concurrent” degrees that allow students to obtain two degrees in less time than individual programs would require. We are currently ranked No. 50 among the nearly 200 law schools in the United States, and we are one of only eight public law schools that offer multiple ‘Top 10’ programs. The Law Center is truly a “global” school and is well-connected with the international legal and education communities. The international activities of our faculty include visiting professorships, publications in foreign journals, and participation in international symposia and conferences. We have an outstanding faculty assisted by a large and experienced group of adjunct professors. Recently, our faculty have written nearly 80 books and published nearly 200 articles in leading law journals and other publications.
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LAW
J.D., LL.M.
UH Law Center’s LL.M. degree teaches its graduates advanced skills providing access to professional networks to succeed in the global, national, and local legal market. The program offers a wide curriculum of health law subjects ranging from genetics and biotechnology to psychiatry and medical malpractice. Applicants who received their law degree in the United States must hold a J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Applicants must demonstrate their ability to perform satisfactory graduate work as evidenced by high grade-point average or high class rank in law school. Most U.S. applicants to the University of Houston Law Center have graduated in the upper one-third of their law school classes. Lawyers educated in other countries must hold a law degree from an accredited university, or be admitted to practice before the highest court in their jurisdiction. Applicants must demonstrate their ability to perform satisfactory graduate work by presenting evidence of either a high grade-point average or superior class standing at the school where they earned their law degree. A test of English proficiency is required of all applicants who earned a law degree from a country in which English is not the official language. The Law Center LL.M. program typically requires a score of 100 on the IBT-TOEFL or 7.0 on the IELTS
Degree Requirements: 24 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
LAW 5315
Foundational Issues in Health Law
LAW 6331
Health Law Financing, Organization, and Quality
LAW 5359
Health Industry Basics: Providers-InnovatorsRegulators
LAW
15 Health Law Curricula Credit Hours
COLLEGE OF
LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
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GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Health and Human Performance
SPORTS AND FITNESS ADMINISTRATION M.A. The Sport and Fitness Administration Graduate Program (SFAP) provides a thesis and non-thesis options of studies integrating theoretical concepts and practical application of management strategies. The SFAP addresses the burgeoning needs of a sport conscious society preparing its students to pursue careers in a variety of sport and fitness settings.
Degree Requirements: 36 semester hours Thesis Option
Non-Thesis Option
PEP 7306
Administrative Principles of Sports and Exercise Programs
PEP
27 Program Emphasis Credit Hours
ELECT
9 Approved Elective Credit Hours
PEP 6305
Measurement in Health and Physical Education
PEP 7399
Master’s Thesis
PEP 7307
Implementing Legal Strategies in Sport and Fitness Programs
PEP
15 Program Emphasis Credit Hours
PEP 6321
Sport in Contemporary Society
ELECT
6 Optional Research Technique Credit Hours
PEP 6399
Master’s Thesis
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Health and Human Performance
COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS,
M.A.
The graduate program prepares students both clinically and academically to be licensed and certified speechlanguage pathologists. The program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association with academic courses covering etiology, characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment of communication disorders.
Degree Requirements: 49 semester hours COURSES
COMD 7270
Grad Seminar
COMD 6261
Research Methods
COMD 7392
Externship 1
COMD 7221
Fluency
COMD 7392
Externship 2
COMD 6372
Language Disorders
Thesis Option
COMD 6326
Motor Speech Disorders
THESIS
COMD 6334
Aphasia
COMD 6321
Dysphagia
COMD 7322
Phonological Disorders
COMD 6230
Autism
COMD 6398
Cognitive Disorders
COMD 7391
9 Clinical Credit Hours
6 Thesis Credit Hours
Non-Thesis Option EBPR 1
Evidence Based Practice Reports
EBPR 2
Evidence Based Practice Reports
COMP
Comprehensive Exams
COMD
3 Elective Credit Hours
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HEALTH COMMUNICATION
M.A.
The Health Communication concentration examines the symbolic and organizational processes by which people, individually and collectively, understand, shape, and accommodate to health and illness. The program develops students with strong research and analytical capabilities who will assume leadership roles in both professional and academic settings. In doing so, the program serves as a resource for those interested in studying communication, a central component to all cultures and contemporary society.
Degree Requirements: 36 semester hours COURSES
Thesis Option
COMM 6300 Quantitative Research Methods
COMM 6398
COMM 6305
ELECTIVES
Qualitative Research Methods
Thesis Option
Comprehensive Examination Credit Hours
ELECT
3 Major Area Theory Course Credit Hours 24 Graduate Course Credit Hours
COMM 6399
Masters Thesis
ELECT
COMM 7399
Masters Thesis
No more than six hours of pre-approved graduate courses may be taken outside of Valenti School of Communication
ELECT
3 Major Area Theory Course Credit Hours
At least five graduate courses need to be in the students are of concentration
ELECT
15 Graduate Course Credit Hours
Three hours of pre-approved 4000-level coursework may be taken.
ELECTIVES
In order to fulfill the requirements of finishing a thesis that is approved by the students thesis committee, the student may be required to enroll in more than the required number of hours. No more than two pre-approved graduate courses may be taken outside of Valenti School of Communication At least five graduate courses need to be in the students’ area of concentration Three hours of pre-approved 4000-level coursework may be taken.
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Health and Human Performance
ATHLETIC TRAINING,
M.A.
The Master of Athletic Training (MAT) program generates knowledge, develop leaders, and provide students opportunities for learning, personal and professional growth. Students engage in rigorous classroom study and clinical education in a variety of practice settings such as high schools, colleges/universities, hospitals, emergency rooms, physician offices and healthcare clinics over the course of the degree program.
Degree Requirements: 57 semester hours COURSES
ATP 6123
Upper Extremity Evaluation Lab
ATP 6301
Anatomical Basis of Athletic Injury
ATP 6193
Clinical Education III
ATP 6101
Anatomical Basis of Athletic Injury Lab
ATP 7301
Head, Neck and Spine Evaluation
ATP 6302
Emergency Management and Prevention of Injury
ATP 7101
Head, Neck and Spine Evaluation Lab
ATP 6102
Emergency Management and Prevention of Injury Lab
ATP 7302
General Medical Conditions
ATP 7194
Clinical Education IIII
ATP 6191
Clinical Education I
ATP 7311
Nutrition and Performance
ATP 6311
Intro to Research in Athletic Training
ATP 7312
Principles of Strength and Conditioning
ATP 6312
Therapeutic Modalities for Athletic Injuries
ATP 7313
Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries
ATP 6313
Lower Extremity Evaluation
ATP 7113
Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries Lab
ATP 6113
Lower Extremity Evaluation Lab
ATP 7195
Clinical Education V
ATP 6192
Clinical Education II
ATP 7321
Psychological Aspects of Sports Injury
ATP 6321
Athletic Training Administration
ATP 7322
Seminar in Athletic Training
ATP 6322
Pharmacology in Athletic Trainnig
ATP 7196
Clinical Education VI
ATP 6323
Upper Extremity Evaluation
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GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Social Psychology and Health Program
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
Ph.D.
The Clinical program consists of three APA defined major areas of study: Clinical Psychology (CP), Clinical Child Psychology (CCP), Clinical Neuropsychology (CN). The information provided is general to all three major areas of study. For more specific guidance regarding specific requirements for each major area of study, Clinical students should consult the Clinic Student guide. **A supplemental list of course requirements may be obtained from the Clinical Program Office**
Degree Requirements: 36 semester hours DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS
PHLS 8337
PSYC 6300
Statistics for Psychology
PSYC 6302
Experimental Design
MAJOR AREA OF STUDY COURSES*****
PSYC 6301
Psychology Theory: History & Systems
PSYC 6399
Thesis
PSYC 7399
Thesis
PSYC 8399
Maximum 12 Dissertation Credit Hours
REQUIRED FOUNDATION COURSES PSYC 7342
Biological Bases of Behavior OR
PSYC 6397
Neuroanatomy (Only for C/N)
PSYC 8330
Foundations of Cognitive Neuroscience OR
PSYC 7338
Lifespan Clinical Neuropsychology II (required for C/N) OR
PHLS 8397
Cognitive/Affective Basis of Behavior
PSYC 6338
Foundations of Social Psychology OR
PSYC 8397
Theories and Research in Social and Personality Psychology”
PSYC 6397
Foundations of Developmental Science and Cognition
REQUIRED CLINICAL COURSES****
Multicultural Psychology
PSYC
12 Hours Required-Clinical Child Psychology Major Credit Hours
PSYC
12 Hours Required- Clinical Psychology Major Credit Hours
PSYC
18 Hours Required-Clinical Neurological Major Credit Hours
PRACTICA** PSYC 6393
6 Units Required-Clinical Research Practicum
PSYC 6392
6 Units Required; 12 optional-Internal Clinical Practicum
PSYC 7393
12 Units Required-External Clinical Practicum
PSYC 7397
6 Units Required-Advanced Clinical Assessment
PSYC 8321
9 Hours Required-Internship***
PSYC 8621
9 Hours Required-Internship***
PSYC 8921
9 Hours Required-Internship***
NOTE : The APA requires coverage of 5 foundation courses for clinical program students and thus has requirements beyond those of the department. *Satisfies individual differences foundations requirement of APA Accreditation Guidelines & licensing requirements of many states. **Additional practica may be required depending on specialty area –see Clinical Student Guide.
PSYC 6303
Interventions I
PSYC 6316
Interventions II (CP) OR
PSYC 7394
Interventions II (CCP)
***Students enroll for three hours per semester for the fall, spring, and summer semesters of the internship year. This constitutes full-time enrollment.
PSYC 6317
Psychopathology I*
****Students in all Major Areas of Study are required to take these courses.
PSYC 6356
Clinical Assessment I
PSYC 6357
Clinical Assessment II
*****Students should consult the Clinical Student Guide for details on major area of study elective options.
PHLS 8364
Ethics and Professional Problems
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
KINESIOLOGY
Ph.D.
The Doctor of Philosophy in Kinesiology program focuses on four broad areas: motor control and learning; exercise physiology; sport and fitness administration; and obesity studies. The program is designed to provide doctoral level training to prepare a professional with the cognitive and research skills needed to be a productive scholar.
Degree Requirements: 66 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
PEP 8306
Principles of Scientific Inquiry
PEP 8314
Doctoral Residency Seminar
PEP 8334
Applied Statistical Modeling in Health Research
PEP 8323
Programming and Proposal Writing
PEP 8303
Health and Human Performance Research Seminar
SOCW 8325
Applied Multivariate Statistics
PEP 8350
6 Health and Human Performance Candidacy Project Research Credit Hours
PEP 8304
21 Health and Human Performance Journal Colloquium Credit Hours
PEP 8360
6 Conepmorary Issues in Health and Human Perfromance Hours
PEP 8399
6 Dissertation Hours
ELECT
9 elective hours
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COLLEGE OF
NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS
COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS
BIOLOGY
Ph.D.
Degree programs offered in the biological sciences within the Department of Biology and Biochemistry include the Bachelor of Science, the Master of Science and the Philosophy Degree in both Biology and in Biochemistry. COURSES BIOL 6230
Advanced Cell Biology I
BIOL 6231
Advanced Cell Biology II
BIOL 6240
Molecular Genetics I
BIOL 6241
Molecular Genetics II
In addition, all Ph.D. students are required to successfully complete at least one formal Seminar course per year (either fall or spring semester). PhD students must successfully complete at least three other formal graduate level lecture courses (2–3 credit hours each).
BIOCHEMISTRY
Ph.D.
COURSES BCHS 6226
Enzyme Catalysis and Kinetics
BCHS 6227
Membranes/Signal Transduction
BCHS 6228
Advanced Nucleic Acids
BCHS 6229
Protein Structure and Function
BCHS 6230
Graduate Biochemistry Lab Rotation I
BCHS 6231
Graduate Biochemistry Lab Rotation II
In addition, all Ph.D. students are required to successfully complete at least one formal Seminar course per year (either fall or spring semester). PhD students must successfully complete at least three other formal graduate level lecture courses (at least 8 credit hours total).
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COLLEGE OF
NURSING
COLLEGE OF NURSING
NURSING
M.S.N.
The Master of Science in Nursing program is designed to build upon the BSN degree. Students in this program are prepared to function at advanced levels with an expanded knowledge of theory, research and clinical application. Each graduate will be able to function in an advanced practice role as a Nurse Administrator, Nurse Educator, or Family Nurse Practitioner.
Degree Requirements: 36–47 semester hours CORE NURSING COURSES
Family Nurse Practitioner Track
NURS 6301
Advanced Nursing Research and Integrated Evidence Based Practice
NURS 6230
Diagnostic Tests and Procedures
NURS 6330
Advanced Diagnostic Physical Examination
NURS 6306
Policy, Role & Economics
NURS 6331
Advanced Pharmacology
NURS 6320
Healthcare Informatics
NURS 6335
Management of Health Disorders in Adults
NURS 6332
Biostatistics
NURS 6336
NURS 6333
Population Health
Management of Health Disorders in Adults Clinical
NURS 6338
Advanced Pathophysiology
NURS 6345
Management of Health Disorders in Women and Children
NURS 6346
Management of Health Disorders in Women and Children Clinical
NURS 6355
Management of Health Disorders Across the Lifespan in Diverse Settings
NURS 6356
Management of Health Disorders Across the Lifespan in Diverse Settings Clinical
NURS 6366
Family Nurse Practitioner Capstone Clinical
MSN Administration Track NURS 6309
Advanced Leadership and Management
NURS 6316
Healthcare Organizational Behavior
NURS 6317
Human Resource Management in Healthcare
NURS 6318
Healthcare Delivery Systems & Organization
NURS 6319
Healthcare Policy, Finance, and Economics
NURS 6321
Leadership Practicum
NURS 6351
Evidence-based Practice Project
MSN Education Track NURS 6312
Measurement and Evaluation in Nursing Education
NURS 6313
Theories and Methods of Teaching and Learning in Nursing
NURS 6314
Development of Nursing Curriculum
NURS 6330
Advanced Diagnostic Physical Examination
NURS 6331
Advanced Pharmacology
NURS 6335
Management of Health Disorders in Adults
NURS 6336
Management of Health Disorders in Adults Clinical
NURS 6338
Advanced Pathophysiology
NURS 6351
Evidence-based Practice Project
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NURSING EDUCATION
POST-MASTER’S CERTIFICATE
Students with a prior M.S.N. degree who desire this additional certificate are required to complete the Nurse Educator requirements.
Certificate Requirements: 9 semester hours COURSES NURS 6312
Measurement and Evaluation in Nursing Education
NURS 6313
Theories and Methods of Teaching and Learning in Nursing
NURS 6314
Development of Nursing Curriculum
NURSING ADMINISTRATION
POST-MASTER’S CERTIFICATE
Students with a prior M.S.N. degree who desire this additional certificate are required to complete the Nurse Administration requirements.
Certificate Requirements: 9 semester hours COURSES NURS 6309
Advanced Leadership and Management
NURS 6317
Human Resource Management in Healthcare
NURS 6319
Healthcare Policy, Finance, and Economics
COLLEGE OF
OPTOMETRY At the University Of Houston College Of Optometry, our vision is to continue being a leader in education, vision research and patient care. Since 1952 we have continually grown and innovated to meet the demands of the ever changing health care marketplace. We provide the citizens of the greater Houston region with world renowned researchers, vision scientists and clinicians in perhaps the best optometric educational facility in the world. UHCO is comprised of the University Eye Institute (UEI), the Molly and Doug Barnes Vision Institute, and five community clinics throughout Texas. The UEI provides a wide range of eye care services and products from comprehensive vision examinations to the medical and surgical management of eye disorders. The UEI is conveniently located just south of downtown on the University of Houston campus.
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DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY
O.D.
The Doctor of Optometry program prepares students to examine, diagnose, treat and manage disorders of the visual systems, diseases of the eye and its associated structures. The program prepares students for the scope of optometric care ranging from vision testing and correction to managing complex eye and vision problems and diagnosing the presence of systemic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension.
Degree Requirements: 177 semester hours COURSES OPTO 5233 OPTO 5133 OPTO 5344 OPTO 5171 OPTO 5172 OPTO 6173 OPTO 7131 OPTO 8990 OPTO 8991 OPTO 8992 OPTO 8993 OPTO 5282 OPTO 6374 OPTO 7375 OPTO 6174 OPTO 7150 OPTO 6291 OPTO 7493 OPTO 7494 OPTO 7495 OPTO 8696 OPTO 5331 OPTO 6434 OPTO 7361 OPTO 7230 OPTO 5334 OPTO 6132 OPTO 5134 OPTO 5335 OPTO 5135 OPTO 6234 OPTO 6335
Advanced Human Anatomy Advanced Human Anatomy Lab Advanced Human Physiology and Molecular Biology Clinic Practicum I Clinic Practicum II Clinic Practicum III Clinical Medicine Community Health Clinics Community Health Clinics Community Health Clinics Community Health Clinics Community Health Optometry Contact Lens I Contact Lens II Contact Lens Lab Developmental Optometry General Clinic II General Clinic IIIA General Clinic IIIB General Clinic IIIC General Clinic IV General Pathology and Medicine General Pharmacology Geriatric Optometry Glaucoma Human Neuroanatomy and Physiology Medical Laboratory Procedures Neuroanatomy Lab Ocular Anatomy and Physiology Ocular Anatomy Lab Ocular Pathology I Ocular Pathology II
OPTO 7336 OPTO 7337 OPTO 6333 OPTO 7330 OPTO 7130 OPTO 7120 OPTO 5194 OPTO 6190 OPTO 5314 OPTO 5111 OPTO 5315 OPTO 5112 OPTO 6311 OPTO 6312 OPTO 5271 OPTO 5272 OPTO 6351 OPTO 6151 OPTO 7252 OPTO 7152 OPTO 7253 OPTO 6224 OPTO 7383 OPTO 8384 OPTO 6363 OPTO 6163 OPTO 7262 OPTO 8338 OPTO 7162 OPTO 5320 OPTO 5221 OPTO 6219
Ocular Pathology III Ocular Pathology IV Ocular Pharmacology & Therapeutics Ophthalmic Lasers, Refractive Surgery, & Surgical Techniques Ophthalmic Lasers, Refractive Surgery, & Surgical Techniques Lab OPT III Rounds/Case Discussion Opthalmic Optics Lab Opthalmic Optics Lab Optics Optics I Lab Optics II Optics II Lab Optics III Optics IV Optometry I Optometry II Pediatric Optometry I Pediatric Optometry I Lab Pediatric Optometry II Pediatric Optometry II Lab Pediatric Optometry III Perception Practice Management I Practice Management II Primary Optometry Primary Optometry Lab Rehabilitative Optometry Rounds and Recent Developments Vision Rehabilitative Lab Vision Science I Vision Science II Vision Science III
COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY
OPTOMETRY
M.S.
The Master of Science in Optometry program prepares students to embark on careers in teaching and research in the basic or clinical science of vision. The program provides a broad base of knowledge about vision systems, while students develop expertise in areas of special interest where they join faculty mentors who study a range of diseases, processes, disorders, systems and treatments for prevention.
Degree Requirements: minimum 30 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
PHOP 6241
Basic POVS I: Vision Science – Bioscience
PHOP 7241
Pathophysiology of the Eye
PHOP 6242
Basic POVS II: Vision Science – Psychophysics
PHOP 7242
Visual Neuroscience
PHOP 6243
Basic POVS III: Vision Science - Techniques
PHOP 7243
Optics and the Eye
PHOP 6275
Professional Development in the Visual Sciences
PHOP 7243
MS Thesis
PHOP 6371
Experimental Design in Visual Sciences
PHOP 6372
Experimental Quantification in Visual Sciences
MS students are required to take 4 credits of the above listed advanced modules in selected areas of vision science.
IDNS 6391
Ethics in Science Students must select two courses from the following: PHOP
General Seminar in PO/VS Per Semester
PHOP
6 Master’s Thesis Credit Hours
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GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
OPTOMETRY
Ph.D.
The Doctor of Philosophy in Optometry program prepares students to embark on careers in teaching and research in the basic or clinical science of vision. The program provides a broad base of knowledge about vision systems, while students develop expertise in areas of special interest where they join faculty mentors who study a range of diseases, processes, disorders, systems and treatments for prevention.
Degree Requirements: minimum 60 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
IDNS 6391
Ethics in Science
PHOP 7241
Pathophysiology of the Eye
PHOP 6241
Basic POVS I: Vision Science – Bioscience
PHOP 7242
Visual Neuroscience
PHOP 6242
Basic POVS II: Vision Science – Psychophysics
PHOP 7243
Optics and the Eye
PHOP 6243
Basic POVS III: Vision Science - Techniques
PHOP 6275
Professional Development in the Visual Sciences
Ph.D students are required to take 4 credits of advanced modules in selected areas of vision science.
PHOP 6371
Experimental Design in Visual Sciences
PHOP 6372
Experimental Quantification in Visual Sciences
ELECT
9 Elective Credit Hours
PHOP
General Seminar in PO/VS Per Semester
PHOP
9 Dissertation Credit Hours
PHOP 8X98
Dissertation Research
PHOP 8X99
Maximum 9 Dissertation Hours
COLLEGE OF
PHARMACY The University of Houston College of Pharmacy combines the opportunities and experiences of the Texas Medical Center’s world-class healthcare community with resources of the University of Houston, the state’s premier urban teaching and research university, to offer its students the best possible education. The UH College of Pharmacy aspires to foster a commitment to lifelong learning and an environment where students develop the knowledge, attitudes and skills consistent with the high standards of their profession and/or scientific field. Our college is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education and holds membership in the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.
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GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
COLLEGE OF PHAR
PHARMACOLOGY/ MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
Ph.D.
Students in the Pharmacology Ph.D. program may study for a specialization in Medicinal Chemistry in the areas of (1) virtual drug screening and design; (2) high throughput screening and drug synthesis; (3) characterization of drug targets and developing of novel therapeutic interventions; or (4) therapeutic natural product screening and identification. Students would be part of a campus-wide Center for Drug Discovery, affording opportunities for participating in important interdisciplinary research projects.
Degree Requirements: 75 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
PHCA 6308
Biostatistics & Experimental Design
ELECT
4 Pharmacology Seminar Credit Hours
PCEU 6141
Advanced Pharmacokinetics Problems
ELECT
4 Pharmacology Literature Review Credit Hours
PCEU 6341
Advanced Pharmacokinetics
ELECT
11 Special Problems Research Credit Hours
PCOL 7350
Cellular Pharmacology
ELECT
24 Dissertation Research Credit Hours
PCOL 7333
Principles of Molecular Pharmacology
ELECT
3 Elective Course Credit Hours
PCOL 6345
Drug Design and Discovery
PCOL 6340
Advanced Medicinal Chemistry
PCOL 6397
Current Topics in Medicinal Chemistry
PCOL 7370
Scientific Writing
BIOL 6120
Responsible Conduct of Research
PCOL 8399
Dissertation Defense
RMACY
COLLEGE OF PHARMACY
PHARMACEUTICAL HEALTH OUTCOMES AND POLICY
Ph.D.
The Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and Policy Doctoral degree program offers a learning and research environment that consists of pharmaceutical practice and policy research, a multidisciplinary field that examines cost, access, and quality of pharmaceutical care from clinical, sociobehavioral, economic, organizational and technological perspectives.
Degree Requirements: minimum 70 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
PHCA 7305
Social and Behavioral Aspects of PHOP
ELECT
44 Elective or PHCA Dissertation Research Credit hours
PHCA 7308
Biostatistics and Experimental Design
PHCA 7306
Health Outcomes and Quality
ELECT
9 Elective Course Credit Hours
PHCA 7307
Research Methods
ELECT
6 Elective (6000+ level) Credit Hours
PHCA 7301
Regression Analysis and Methods
PHCA
4 Seminar Credit Hours
PHCA 8301
Behavioral Theories and Models in Pharmacy
PHCA
3 Advanced Seminar Credit Hours
PHCA 7316
Pharmacoepidemiology
PHCA 8303
Multivariate Analysis and Methods
PHCA 8302
Advanced Research Design
PHCA 8199
Doctoral Dissertation Defense
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GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
COLLEGE OF PHAR
PHARMACY LEADERSHIP AND ADMINSTRATION
M.S.
Students in the 24-month Pharmacy Leadership and Administration Program offers unique learning, teaching and collaboration opportunities to train the next generation of pharmacy leaders. The University of Houston College of Pharmacy offers a Master of Science in Pharmacy Leadership and Administration, with PGY1 and PGY2 HealthSystem Pharmacy Administration (HSPA) residency programs from seven leading Texas Medical Center institutions.
Degree Requirements: 37 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
PHLA 6321
Intro to Hospital and Health System Pharmacy Management
PHCA 6320
Medication Safety and Quality Improvement
PHLA 6310
Innovations in Health System Pharmacy
PHCA 7306
Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and Quality
PHLA 6313
Pharmacy Workforce Competency
PHCA 7307
Research Methods in Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and Policy
PHCA 7308
Biostatistics and Experimental Design
PHLA 6100
Leadership Seminar
PHLA 6101
Seminar in Pharmacy Leadership and Administration
PHCA 6396
Masters Project Credit
PHCA 7396
Masters Project Credit
PHCA 6399
Masters Thesis Credit
PHCA 7399
Masters Thesis Credit
RMACY
COLLEGE OF PHARMACY
PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY
PHARM.D.
The College of Pharmacy’s Doctorate of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) is a four-year professional program that prepares individuals for a variety of areas within the pharmacy profession. The program offers a range of clinical research opportunities and practice experiences in oncology, infectious disease, pediatrics, women’s health, critical care, neurology, nuclear pharmacy and veterinary pharmacy.
Degree Requirements: 140 semester hours COURSES
PHAR 5275
Pharmacy Practice VI
PHAR 4134
Medicinal Functional Group Analysis
PHAR 5280
Therapeutics I
PHAR 4150
Pharmacy Skills I
PHAR 5302
Medicinal Chemistry I
PHAR 4172
Pharmacy Calculations
PHAR 5332
Pharmacokinetics
PHAR 4251
Pharmacy Skills Program II
PHAR 5362
Management III
PHAR 4260
Pharmacy Management I
PHAR 5373
Pharmacy Practice IV
PHAR 4270
Pharmacy Practice I
PHAR 5374
Pharmacy Law and Ethics
PHAR 4271
Pharmacy Practice II
PHAR 5402
Pharmacology I
PHAR 4301
Cellular Life Sciences II
PHAR 5403
Pharmacology II
PHAR 4320
Organ Systems Life Sciences I
PHAR 5480
Physical Assessment/Anatomy
PHAR 4330
Pharmaceutics I
PHAR 5493
Intro Community Pharmacy
PHAR 4331
Pharmaceutics II
PHAR 5581
Therapeutics II
PHAR 4400
Cellular Life Sciences I
PHAR 5582
Therapeutics III
PHAR 4421
Organ Systems Life Sciences II
PHAR 56__
APPE IV
PHAR 5155
Pharmacy Skills Program IV
PHAR 56__
APPE V
PHAR 5181
Clinical Seminar
PHAR 56__
APPE VI
PHAR 5203
Medicinal Chemistry II
PHAR 56__
APPE VII
PHAR 5222
Toxicology
PHAR 5690
Internal Medicine
PHAR 5254
IPPE* I and Professional Development
PHAR 5692
Advanced Hospital Pharmacy
PHAR 5256
Pharmacy Skills Program V
PHAR 5693
Advanced Community Pharmacy
PHAR 5257
IPPE II* and Professional Development
PHAR 5261
Pharmacy Management II
ELECTIVES
PHAR 5274
Pharmacy Practice V
ELECT
6 Approved Pharmacy Elective Credit Hours
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GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
PHARMACEUTICS
COLLEGE OF PHAR
Ph.D.
Pharmaceutics is a multidisciplinary science that focuses on the study of the physical, chemical and biological properties of drugs and dosage forms. Students in the Pharmaceutics program may develop research programs in the areas of drug delivery systems, drug stability, dosage forms and pharmacokinetics.
Degree Requirements: minimum 80 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
PCEU 6198
Special Problems
ELEC
3 Elective Course Credit Hours
PCEU 6342
Advanced Pharmaceutics I
PCEU
4 Pharmaceutics Seminar Credit Hours
PCEU 6345
Advanced Pharmaceutics II
PCEU
4 Pharmaceutics Literature Review Credit Hours
PCEU 7340
Advanced Drug Delivery
PCEU
11 Special Problems (Research) Credit Hours
PHCA 6308
Biostatistics and Experimental Design
PCEU
33 Dissertation Research Credit Hours
PCEU 6397
Regulatory Affairs
PCEU 8399
3 Dissertation Defense Credit Hours
BIOL 6120
Responsible Conduct of Research
PCOL 7370
Scientific Writing
RMACY
COLLEGE OF PHARMACY
PHARMACOLOGY
Ph.D.
Pharmacology is the study of the mechanisms of action of drugs and their effects on normal and disease states. Students in the Pharmacology program may develop research projects in the areas of renal physiology, autonomic and central nervous systems, cardiovascular pharmacology, signal transduction, cellular physiology of exercise and aging, or protein biochemistry.
Degree Requirements: minimum 80 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
PCOL 6370
Advanced Pharmacology I
ELECT
3 Elective Course Credit Hours
PCOL 6371
Advanced Pharmacology II
PCOL
4 Pharmacology Seminar Credit Hours
PHCA 6308
Biostatistics and Experimental Design
PCOL
4 Pharmacological Literature Review Credit Hours
PCOL 6462
Cardiovascular and Renal Pharmacology
PCOL 6x98
11 Special Problems (Research) Credit Hours
PCOL 7350
Cellular Pharmacology
PCOL 8x98
29 Dissertation Research Credit Hours
PCOL 7362
Neuropharmacology
PCOL 8399
3 Dissertation Defense Credit Hours
PCOL 7333
Principles of Molecular Pharmacology
BIOL 6120
Responsible Conduct of Research
PCOL 7370
Scientific Writing
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GRADUATE COLLEGE OF
SOCIAL WORK
Whether you are pursuing an M.S.W or Ph.D., GCSW offers a unique and innovative curriculum that reflects current and future practice needs. The GCSW offers a range of academic courses, diverse field education sites, numerous community engagement opportunities, and cutting edge research centers. Our MSW concentrations in Clinical Practice and Macro Practice and our specializations in Political Social Work, Social Work with Latinos, and Health and Behavioral Health are nationally recognized for their excellence and preparation for advanced practice. We also offer a unique opportunity to shape an Individualized Specialization to explore a substantive area of your choice to meet your professional goals.
COLLEGE OF SOCIAL WORK
SOCIAL WORK
M.S.W.
Social workers serve clients across the lifespan with multiple, complex issues. Students at the Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) have a choice of concentrating in Clinical or Macro Practice, both of which have opportunities for working in healthcare. Clinical students are trained to work in medical, mental health and/or substance abuse prevention and intervention service delivery settings through advanced coursework and clinical field practica. Macro students receive advanced training in understanding and assessing the social determinants of health disparities, as well as in analyzing the policies and funding streams that affect the delivery of behavioral health services. From either concentration, students can choose to specialize in Health and Behavioral Health and benefit from the strong and innovative health and behavioral health research, teaching, and practice expertise provided by our faculty.
Degree Requirements: minimum 63 semester hours COURSES
Advanced Macro
SOCW 6201
Foundations of Social Work
SOCW 7319
Administrative Practice
SOCW 6202
Social Work Practice
SOCW 7334
Dynamics of Leadership in Social Work
SOCW 6203
Social Welfare Policies and Services
SOCW 7335
Strategies of Community Development
SOCW 6204
Human Behavior in the Social Environment
SOCW 7329
Social Policy Advocacy
SOCW 6305
Research
SOCW 7397
Macro Field Practicum III
SOCW 6306
Practice Skills Lab
SOCW 7397
Macro Field Practicum IV
SOCW 7297
Field Practicum I
SOCW 7297
Field Practicum II
Elective
SOCW 7325
Assessment in Social Work Practice
MSW students must complete 12 hours of approved Social Work courses for electives. They can also choose from one of four specializations to satisfy elective requirements. Specializations are listed below.
Human Behavior in the Social Environment Elective
SPECIALIZATIONS
ELECTIVES ELECT
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Health & Behavioral Health Specialization
Advanced Clinical
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Social Work Practice with Latinos Specialization
SOCW 7397
•
Political Social Work Specialization
•
Individualized Specialization
Transtheoretical: Cognitive Behavioral Interventions
SOCW 7304
Transtheoretical: Brief Targeted Interventions
SOCW 7324
Clinical Applications of DSM in Social Work
FIELD PRACTICUM
SOCW 7397
Clinical Field Practicum III
Opportunities for Health & Behavioral Health Students Include:
SOCW 7397
Clinical Field Practicum IV
Clinical Elective ELECT
Clinical Elective
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Hospitals
•
Clinics that treat dual diagnosis cases
•
Hospices offering mental health care
•
Federally Qualified Health Centers
•
Community behavioral health programs
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GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
SOCIAL WORK
COLLEGE OF SOCIAL W
Ph.D.
The Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) PhD program is oriented towards evidence-based social work and research on evidence based interventions and policies in real world and social welfare settings. Students are trained to generate then use valid research evidence to inform the decisions social workers make at all levels of practice and policy.
Degree Requirements: 53 semester hours COURSES
ELECTIVES
SOCW 8311
Research Methods I: Intro to Research on Evidence-Based Social Work
SOCW 8999
9 Doctoral Dissertation Research Credit Hours
ELECT
6 Required Elective Credit Hours
SOCW 8424
Statistics and Data Analysis I
SOCW 8395
Pre-Dissertation Research
SOCW 8334
Social Welfare Policy Analysis
SOCW 8695
Pre-Dissertation Research
SOCW 8322
Research Methods II: Quantitative Research on Evidence-Based Social Work
SOCW 8995
Pre-Dissertation Research
SOCW 8425
Statistics and Data Analysis II
SOCW 8333
Social Science Theories
SOCW 8323
Research Methods III: Qualitative Research on Evidence-Based Social Work
SOCW 8335
Teaching in Higher Education
SOCW 8338
Integrative Doctoral Seminar
SOCW 8343
Data Software and Analysis
SOCW 8327
Grant Writing
SOCW 8336
Research Internship I
WORK
COLLEGE OF
TECHNOLOGY
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GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
M.S.
Based on the trademarked Conceiving — Designing — Implementing — Operating, (CDIO) educational framework, the Engineering Technology profession covers a range of activities from Conception and Design to Implementation and Operation. Devoted to the application of engineering principles and the implementation of technological advances that benefit humanity, engineering technology professionals apply their knowledge of mathematical and natural sciences gained through hands on and practical experience combined with their studies.
Degree Requirements: 31–34 semester hours COURSES
Biotechnology Track
CORE
7 Core Course Credit Hours
BTEC 6100
Seminar in Biotechnology
BTEC
18 Required Course Credit Hours
TECH 6360
Experimental Design and Data Analysis
TEPM 6301
Project Management Principles
ELECTIVES ELECT
6 Approved Elective Credit Hours
Thesis Option
Non-Thesis Option
ELECT 6399
BTEC 6396
3 Master’s Project Credit Hours
Non-Thesis Option
BTEC
6 BTEC Program Area Credit Hours
ELECT 6396
3 Master’s Project Credit Hours
ELECT
6 Elective Program Area Credit Hours
Thesis Option BTEC 6399
6 Thesis Research Credit Hours
6 Thesis Research Credit Hours
Computational Health Informatics Track ELET 6100
Seminar in Biotechnology
ELET 6305
Analytical Methods in Engineering Technology
TEPM 6301
Project Management Principles
Non-Thesis Option ELET
12 Research Credit Hours
Thesis Option ELET
6 Thesis Credit Hours
STUDENT
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