The Bachelor of Science in Education – Chemistry  9-12
     The degree of Bachelor of Science in Education, with certification to teach chemistry, requires successful completion of 128 semester hours, including (1) the Program of General Studies, (2) the Professional Semester for the certificate chosen (pages 55), and (3) the requirements associated with the certificate for Chemistry 9-12 (pages 71-72).  Students may complete a single field in Chemistry 9-12; however, it is highly recommended that this field be combined with another field such as General Science 5-12 (pages 70-71).
Chemistry Courses (CHEM)
101  Introductory Chemistry I. (4)
Prerequisites: MATH 101 (or equivalent) and ENGL 101 previously or concurrently.
An introductory course designed to give a general knowledge of the principles of chemistry.  Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory. (F)
102  Introductory Chemistry II. (3)
Prerequisite: CHEM 101.
A continuation of Chemistry 101.  CHEM 103A or 103B should be taken concurrently.  Three hours lecture. (S)
103A  Qualitative Analysis. (1)
Prerequisite: CHEM 102 previously or concurrently.
A laboratory course dealing with semi-micro qualitative analysis of ions.  Three hours laboratory. (S)
103B  Biophysical Techniques. (1)
Prerequisite: CHEM 102 previously or concurrently.
A laboratory course which introduces basic chemical techniques used by the biologist and the medical technologist; not open to chemistry majors.  Three hours laboratory. (S)
210  Chemical Laboratory Safety. (1)
Prerequisite: CHEM 102.
The basics of safety in the chemical laboratory are studied.  One hour lecture. (S – odd years)
220  Laboratory Research Methodology. (1)
Prerequisite: CHEM 102.
An introduction to research design and methods in chemistry. Includes techniques of literature search and the use of statistics and computers in data analysis. Three hours lab. (S – even years).
302  Cell and Molecular Biology. (4)
See BIOL 302.
331  Organic Chemistry I. (4)
Prerequisite: CHEM 102.
Introduction to the chemistry of carbon compounds.  Laboratory consists of fundamental techniques and preparations.  Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory. (F)
332  Organic Chemistry II. (4)
Prerequisite: CHEM 331.
A continuation of CHEM 331.  Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory. (S)
341  Biochemistry. (3)
Prerequisite: CHEM 331.
The structures and reactions of organic compounds existing in biological systems are examined.  Three hours lecture. (S)
351  Quantitative Analysis. (2)
Prerequisites: CHEM 102, MATH 103.
Gravimetric and volumetric techniques and problem solving are stressed.  Two hours lecture. (F)
352  Instrumental Analysis. (3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 331, 351, PHYS 102.
Spectroscopic, chromatographic, and electrometric methods of analysis are studied.  Three hours lecture. (S)
401  Physical Chemistry I. (3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 351 previously or concurrently, CHEM 331, PHYS 102, MATH 251.
A study of thermodynamics, phase equilibria, and electrochemistry.  Three hours lecture. (F – even years)
402  Physical Chemistry II. (3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 401, MATH 252.
A study of chemical kinetics, quantum chemistry, and spectroscopy.  Three hours lecture.  (S – odd years)
408  Quantum Mechanics. (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102, MATH 252.  
See PHYS 408.
413  Inorganic Chemistry. (3)
Prerequisite:  Permission of instructor.
Examination of the structure of atoms and the bonding in inorganic compounds, including coordination compounds.  Three hours lecture.  (F – odd years)
420  Special Topics. (1-5)
Prerequisites:  Specified by the instructor.
Courses in selected areas of chemistry.  Specific topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript.  May be taken for credit repeatedly.
425A  Gravimetric and Volumetric Analysis. (2)
Prerequisite: CHEM 351 previously or concurrently.  Six hours laboratory. (F)}

425B  Spectroscopic Methods. (1)
Prerequisite: CHEM 352 previously or concurrently.  Three hours laboratory. (S)

425C  Chromatographic Methods. (1)
Prerequisite: CHEM 352 previously or concurrently.  Three hours laboratory.  (S)

425D  Physical Properties. (1)
Prerequisite: CHEM 102. Three hours laboratory. (F)

425E  Electroanalytical Methods. (1)
Prerequisite: CHEM 351.  Three hours laboratory. (S – odd years)

425F  Thermal Methods. (1)
Prerequisite: CHEM 351.  Three hours laboratory. (S – even years)

451-452  Independent Laboratory Research. (1-3,1-3)
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
Introduction to chemical research through individual, supervised laboratory problems.  May be repeated for up to six hours credit. (F,S)
480-481  Honors Courses. (3,3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty.  This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work.  Interested students should contact the Department Chairperson for further information. (F,S)
Geology
     Courses in geology focus on the scientific study of the Earth, its resources, and the analysis of environmental problems and natural hazards. Geology is inherently a field-based, interdisciplinary science. The geological diversity of southern West Virginia provides an ideal natural laboratory for geoscience education, and many courses incorporate field trips and field-based research projects that uniquely enhance classroom learning.  The geology program offers general  studies courses, a minor, and a new major.
The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Geosciences
     This degree program is designed to prepare students for professional careers or graduate study in geology and/or environmental science. The degree requires successful completion of 128 semester hours, including: (1) the Program of General Studies (a foreign language is recommended but not required); (2) the multidisciplinary Core Requirements in geology, geography, chemistry, and mathematics listed below (55 hours); and (3) one of the three elective concentrations listed below (16 hours). This degree program is Concord’s newest and is planned to commence Fall 2003, pending final endorsement.
Major in Environmental Geosciences
Core Requirements (55 hours):
Geology (32 hrs.) – GEOL 101, 202, 370, 371, 380, 385, 404, and either 205 or 420 (Groundwater Hydrology). Geography (3 hrs.) – GEOG 311. Chemistry (8 hrs.) – CHEM 101, 102, and 103A or 103B. Mathematics (12 hrs.) – MATH 103*, 104*, and 7 or more hours (2 or 3 courses) selected from the following: MATH 105, 201, 202, 220, 240, 250, 251**.

Elective Concentration (16 hours; choose one of three options below):
(1) Geography and Geographic Information Systems (16 hrs.) – GEOG 411 and 13 hours from any of the following (including at least 6 hours in GEOG): GEOG 300, 312, 340, 412, 460 (Meteorology and Climatology), or any electives in GEOL beyond those used to satisfy Core Requirements.
(2) Ecology and Life Sciences (16 hrs.) – BIOL 101, 102, 201, and 4 hours electives from any other course(s) in BIOL.
(3) Physical Sciences (16 hrs.)*** – PHYS 101, 102, and 8 hours electives from CHEM, GEOL, or PHYS beyond those used to satisfy the Core Requirements.

Notes: *These courses will be waived for students establishing "equivalent proficiency" as determined by the Department of Mathematics. **MATH 250-251 recommended for geology graduate school applicants. *** MATH 250 must be selected for the  mathematics Core Requirement to satisfy this elective concentration.
Minor in geology
18 hours in Geology—GEOL 101, 202, and 10 hours of geology electives. Recommended: Inclusion of one or more courses from Geol 370, 380, or 385. GEOG 340 may be substituted for four hours of electives.

Geology and Environmental Science Courses (GEOL)
Note: All four hour geology courses may be taken for General Studies Lab Science credit; 100-200 level courses are specifically designed for a broad audience.
101  Earth Processes, Resources, and the Environment. (4)
Study of Earth systems and the connection between people, resources, and the environment. Topics include minerals, rocks, plate tectonics, geologic hazards, water, pollution, and global environmental change. A General Studies lab science. Three hours lecture, two hours lab or field. (F, S)
202  Evolution of Earth Systems. (4)
Prerequisite: GEOL 101.
Study of changes in the Earth’s crust, global climate, oceans, and life through 4.6 billion years of geological time. Topics include fossils, mass extinctions, and the geologic development of the Appalachians. Lab emphasizes field study of southern WV geology. [Formerly listed as GEOL 302] Three hours lecture, three hours lab or field. (S)
205  Environmental Geology. (4)
Prerequisite: GEOL 101.
Application of geologic principles focusing on the interactions between people and the environment. Includes study of natural hazards and human-induced environmental problems. [Formerly listed as GEOL 360] Three hours lecture, two hours lab or field. (S)
220  Special Topics. (1-5)
Prerequisites:  Specified by instructor.
Courses in selected areas of geology or environmental science. Specific topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript. Examples include Environmental Remote Sensing, Resource Geology. May be taken for credit repeatedly.  
341  Process Geomorphology. (4)
Prerequisite: GEOL 101.
Study of processes operating on Earth’s surface and the evolution and distribution of landforms. Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
370  Earth Materials and Minerals. (4)
Prerequisite: GEOL 101 required; CHEM 101 (or concurrently) recommended.
Study of the identification, classification, and origin of minerals and rocks. Introduction to environmental issues related to minerals. Three hours lecture, two hours lab. (F-04, F-06)
371  Optical Mineralogy. (2)
Prerequisite: GEOL 370.
Identification and optical properties of minerals using petrographic and metallurgical microscopes.  One hour lecture, two hours lab.  (S-05, S-07)
375  Igneous, Metamorphic, and Sedimentary Petrology. (4)
Prerequisites: GEOL 370 and 371.
Description and classification of rocks in hand sample and thin section. Includes study of the origin of rock bodies within various tectonic environments. Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
380  Sedimentary Geology. (4)
Prerequisites: GEOL 101 and 202.
Principles of stratigraphy and sedimentology, including the origin and interpretation of sedimentary environments and rocks. Lab emphasizes field techniques, analysis, and interpretation. Three hours lecture, three hours lab or field. (F-03, F-05)
385  Structural Geology and Geophysics. (4)
Prerequisites: GEOL 101 required; GEOL 202 and MATH 103 recommended.  
Study of mechanisms of rock deformation, the origin of geologic structures, and mountain-building processes. Introduction to selected geophysical methods used in subsurface analysis. Lab emphasizes geometric problem solving and Appalachian field studies. Three hours lecture, three hours lab or field. (S-04, S-06)
404  Field Geology. (6)
Prerequisites: 12 hours in geology including GEOL 202 and permission of instructor.
Techniques and practice of geologic field mapping. Includes practical use of field geophysical equipment to study geologic and environmental problems. Taught on location in the Rocky Mountains of central Colorado, northern New Mexico, and Utah. Additional fee for summer travel required. (05-07)
420  Special Topics in Geology or Environmental Science. (1-5)
Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
Courses in selected topics to be announced. Topics indicated by title on transcript; examples include Ground Penetrating Radar, Groundwater Hydrology. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
450-451  Geology Research I, II. (3, 3)
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and consent of instructor.
Independent research in geology.  Projects will be developed and completed by the student under direction of a faculty advisor.  (F, S)
452-453  Environmental Science Research I, II. (3, 3)
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and consent of instructor.
Independent research in environmental science.  Projects will be developed and completed by the student under direction of a faculty advisor.  (F, S)
Geology Mini Course
1011  Introduction to Cave Geology. (1)
Study of the development of caves, the factors that influence cave diversity, and cave features.  Safety in caving is stressed, and students will be required to obtain limited personal caving equipment.
Physical Science
General Physical Science Courses (PHSC)
Note: PHSC courses may be taken in any order and one or both may be used for General Studies Lab Science credit.  
103  Introduction to Physical Science I. (4)
Prerequisites: MATH 101 (or equivalent) and ENGL 101 previously or concurrently.
Development of conceptual models in astronomy and physics for non-science and K-6 education majors. Three hours lecture, two hours lab. (F,S)
104  Introduction to Physical Science II. (4)
Prerequisites: MATH 101 (or equivalent) and ENGL 101 previously or concurrently.
Development of conceptual models in chemistry, Earth, and atmospheric sciences.  For non-science and K-6 education majors. Three hours lecture, two hours lab. (F,S)
Physics
Minor in Physics—24 hours
PHYS 101, 102, and 16 hours of physics electives.  Recommended: PHYS 313, 319, 320, 401, 403; three hours of physics electives.
Physics Courses (Phys)
101  Introductory Physics. (4)
Prerequisite: MATH 103 and 104, or equivalent proficiency.
An algebra-based introduction to mechanics, wave motion, and thermodynamics. Three hours lecture, two hours lab. (F)
102  Intermediate Physics. (4)
Prerequisite: PHYS 101.
A continuation of PHYS 101, including an introduction to electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics.  Three hours lecture, two hours lab. (S)
105  Introductory Astronomy. (4)
An introduction to optical and radio astronomy; topics include the solar system, stellar systems, galaxies, and relativity. Labs incorporate use of telescopes at the Concord College observatory. A weekend field trip to Green Bank National Radio Astronomy Observatory is normally required.  Three hours lecture, two hours lab. (S)
220  Special Topics. (1-5)
Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
Courses in selected areas of physics. Specific topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
301  Optics and Wave Phenomena. (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102, MATH 252.
Geometrical and physical optics with emphasis on the latter.  Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
313  Intermediate Modern Physics. (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102, MATH 252 previously or concurrently.
Atomic physics, special theory of relativity, nuclear physics, and elementary particles.  Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
314  Modern Physics. (3)
Prerequisite: PHYS 313.
Introduction to quantum mechanics and special topics.  Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
315  Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics. (4)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102, MATH 252.
Fundamental principles of thermodynamics, kinetic theory of gases, and classical and quantum statistical mechanics.  Four hours lecture.
317  Mathematics for Physical Sciences I. (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102, MATH 252.
Mathematical techniques useful in the physical sciences, including infinite series, matrices, multiple integrals, vector analysis, Fourier series, calculus of variations, and special functions.  Three hours lecture.
318  Mathematics for Physical Sciences II. (3)
Prerequisite: PHYS 317.
A continuation of PHYS 317, including a study of tensor analysis, Legendre polynomials, Bessel functions, functions of a complex variable, Laplace transforms, and partial differential equations.  Three hours lecture.
319  Digital Electronics. (2)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102, MATH 103.
A laboratory oriented study of digital electronics with special emphasis on microprocessors.  Four hours laboratory. (F, S)
320  Electronic Instrumentation. (2)
Prerequisite: PHYS 319.
A laboratory oriented study of analog and digital systems.  Recommended for science and pre-medical students.  Four hours laboratory. (S, on demand).
401  Intermediate Electricity and Magnetism. (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102, MATH 252.
Electrostatics, magnetostatic, network analysis, electrodynamics, and an introduction to Maxwell’s equations.  Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
402  Electricity and Magnetism. (3)
Prerequisite: PHYS 401.
Maxwell’s equations, solutions of Laplace’s equation, and special topics. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
403  Intermediate Mechanics. (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102, MATH 252.
The basic principles of mechanics, including study of statics, kinematics and dynamics.  Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
404  Theoretical Mechanics. (3)
Prerequisite: PHYS 403.
The study of angular momentum, rotational and orbital motion, and the Lagrange and Hamilton equations.  Three hours lecture.
408  Quantum Mechanics. (3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 102, MATH 252.
Introduction to the principles of quantum mechanics.  Also listed as CHEM 408. Three hours lecture.
420 Special Topics (1-5)
Prerequisites:  Specified by instructor.
Courses in selected areas of physics.  Specified topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript.  May be taken for credit repeatedly.
451-452  Independent Research. (3,3)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Introduction to physics research through individual supervised problems.
480-481  Honors Courses. (3,3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty.  This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work.  Interested students should contact the Department Chairperson for further information.
Medical Technology
     Concord College has an affiliation arrangement with Roanoke Memorial Hospitals, Roanoke, VA, by which Concord offers a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology. The degree allows graduates the opportunity to become nationally certified Medical Technologists (MT) by the Board of Registry of the American Society for Clinical Pathology.  
     This degree is not for aspiring Medical Lab Technicians (MLT), who will usually attend programs at 2-year colleges. Students interested in medical technology will take three years of academic work at Concord and then apply for a twelve-month internship in residence (the fourth year) at a hospital-based School of Medical Technology.  A student should complete 93 credit hours of college-level work before beginning the clinical year internship.
      Registration for courses taken during the professional clinical year will occur at the hospital.  Concord College does not charge tuition or fees during this clinical year; however, students usually pay a fee and/or tuition to the hospital for these hospital-based courses.
     Applicants are selected by the hospital for admission to the professional curriculum based upon a student’s academic record, an interview with the hospital personnel, and letters of reference.  Keep in
mind that acceptance into the professional clinical year is competitive, just as is acceptance into any school of a health-related profession.
     Students may apply to any fully accredited hospital School of Medical Technology.  If accepted, arrangements can be made to accept that hospital’s course credits at Concord College.
     The MT advisor at Concord will consult with majors concerning the process of application to the hospital professional curriculum, and estimated student expenses that will be incurred during the clinical year. Career information can be found at <www.ascp.org/bor/medlab/
careers>.
     Medical technology students should begin the sequence of courses in biology (BIOL 101) and chemistry (CHEM 101) their first semester in order to avoid later schedule conflicts and to be ready for their hospital training after three years of college.
The Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
     The degree of Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology requires successful completion of 128 semester hours, including (1) the Program of General Studies; (2) the medical technology program listed below; and (3) the fourth year internship.
Medical Technology Program
BIOL 101, 302, 330, and two of 202, 240, and 401; CHEM 101, 102, 103B, 331, 351, 352, 425A, 425B; PHYS 101, 102; MATH 103; PSY 101.