Courses

Selected topics in the current understanding of biological systems, ranging from humans to ecosystems. Particular focus on scientific issues such as human diseases, genetic engineering, emerging infectious diseases, environmental causes of disease, and climate change, as well as analysis of these issues as presented in print and electronic media. NOTE: Not for biology majors or minors (with BY 102). This course meets Blazer Core Scientific Inquiry with a Flag in Sustainability.

The objective of this course is to introduce incoming freshmen to the different areas of physics and to topics that physicists are working on today. Through lectures and seminars by members of the UAB physics faculty, students are introduced to the UAB Department of Physics community, their research activities, and career opportunities for graduates in the various tracks of the Physics Undergraduate Program. Course required for physics majors in the first fall semester of residency.

An advanced course in finance with emphasis on special topics such as financial planning, working capital management, leasing, hybrid financing, real options, and international capital budgeting. Case studies are used.

Selected topics in creative writing. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits when the course content varies.

A concentrated investigation of varying topics in Creative Writing.

A concentrated investigation of varying topics in Creative Writing.

Topics will be announced. Course may be repeated provided the topic is different.

Topics will be announced. Course may be repeated provided the topic is different.

Advanced geographic study of various facets of human culture. Topic selection varies. May be duplicated for credit for a total of 12 semester hours.

Advanced geographic study of various facets of human culture. Topic selection varies. May be duplicated for credit for a total of 12 semester hours.