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The University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn General Catalog is the official source of information for programs and requirements of the University. This catalog provides general information for undergraduate students and is intended to serve as a guide for their university experiences. The University reserves the right to make changes in academic requirements, regulations, calendars, fees, and programs of study after the publication date of this catalog. Changes in the curriculum or graduation requirements become effective upon approval by the Academic Senate. In its admission policy, the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religious or political beliefs, disabilities, or ethnic origin. This Catalog may be accessed on the Internet at: http://www.uprb.edu.

CHANCELLOR S MESSAGEI proudly present the 2008-2011 Catalog of the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn. Our institution evolves with the times, which allows us to continuously enrich our academic offerings and strengthen the professional team that offers services to students, while incorporating the latest advancements in science, technology and the humanities. Our commitment with the quest for knowledge, in all its branches and manifestations, leads to comprehensive academic offerings that respond to the development of a globalized society which is increasingly integrated and independent, and which has multiple possibilities and requirements. The University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn is fully capable of satisfying the needs of an Institution that belongs to the 21st Century. It has a highly qualified faculty that holds PhD s and Master s Degrees in various fields from prestigious institutions in the United States, Latin America, Europe and the University of Puerto Rico. The members of our faculty are always up to date in their respective fields of study, for the benefit of a student body that is increasingly demanding. Our innovative programs allow students to choose from a variety of academic offerings that will give them the skills to work in varied professional arenas, once they finish their studies. The bachelor degrees, associate degrees and transfer programs offer original study options, and unique opportunities that allow students to better serve their communities. We address the integral development of the student through student organizations, sporting events, cultural and artistic events, laboratories and an excellent library, all this in a campus that respects and integrates nature and cares for and protects the environment. Once a student enrolls at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn, he or she will receive the best and most comprehensive education to succeed in an ever-changing and competitive world. Through education, investigation, critical analysis and the development of the required skills we hope to contribute to the formation of ethical citizens aware of their social responsibility. All of the above places us in a privileged position within the University of Puerto Rico system, this is evidenced by the great number of applications for admission that we receive every year. Once again, I proudly invite you to read the 2008-2011 Catalog of the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn. I am confident that our varied academic offerings and our mission as an institution of high standards will be of interest to you. Irma Schmidt Soltero Chancellor

Eng. Carlos del Ro Atty. Salvador Antonetti Zequeira CPA Carlos Dvila Torres Eng. Rafael Rovira Passalacqua Atty. Isabel Pic Vidal Dr. Carlos Prez Daz

Dr. Carlos I. Pesquera Mrs. Marisara Pont Marchese Atty. Ygr Rivera de Martnez Mr. Jorge Farinacci Ferns Dr. Ral Mayo Santana Dr. Zoraida Porrata-Doria

Atty. Antonio Garca Padilla, President Prof. Irma Schmidt Soltero, Chancellor Mr. Ex-Officio Members Atty. Antonio Garca Padilla, President UPR Prof. Irma Schmidt Soltero, Chancellor UPRB Dr. Hctor De Jess Cardona, Dean of Student Affairs Mr. Jos Rodrguez Vicenty, Dean of Academic Affairs Prof. Evangeline Medina Guarch, Acting Dean of Student Affairs Prof. Mara de los A. Zavala, Director of Resource Center for Learning

Prof. Evaristo Medina Irizarry Prof. Sandra De Jess Dra. Nancy Villanueva Coln Prof. Angel Rucabado Velz Prof. Lilian Bras Cummings Dr. Miguel Muoz Soto

Prof. Ismael Snchez Ros Dr. Ivette Lpez Jimnez Dr. Marc D. Legault Pleau Prof. Margarita Fernndez Zavala Prof. Fernando Sulsona Anziani Prof. Paula Rivera Pratts

Prof. Esteban Hernndez Rivera Dr. Mara del Roco Costas Coln Dr. Sonia M. Cuevas Ramrez Prof. Juanita Ortiz Cruz Prof. Jess Gonzlez Coln

Mr. Humberto Cintrn Rivera, Student Council President Mr. William R. Morales Coln, Representative before the Administrative Board Mr. Xavier Snchez Morales, Representative before the Administrative Board Miss Valerie Rodrguez Rodrguez, Student Senator

Prof. Irma Schmidt Soltero Dr. Hctor De Jess Cardona Prof. Evangeline Medina Guarch Sr. Jos A. Rodrguez Vicenty Dr. Orlando Gonzlez Gonzlez

Prof. Amelia Ocasio Correa Prof. Mara I. Coln Santos Dr. Ronald Martnez Lahoz Prof. Lilian Bras Cummings Dr. Nancy Villanueva Coln

Prof. Evaristo Medina Irizarry Mr. Xavier Snchez Morales Advisors: Mr. Wilfredo Ortiz Ruiz Atty. Melysa Rodrguez Bonano Mrs. Gladys Fontnez Torres

Dr. Hctor De Jess Cardona Prof. Arnaldo Rodrguez Rivera Prof. Sonia Morales Malav Prof. Nora G. Medina Rivera

Dean of Academic Affairs Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs Assistant Dean Continuing Education and Extended University Academic Departments

Business Administration Biology Learning Resources Center Computer Sciences Social Sciences Counseling Physical Education Education Electronics and Instrumentation Technology Spanish Physics Humanities Engineering and Engineering Technologies English Mathematics Honors Program Recycling Program Chemistry Registrar Educational Services Office Systems

Dr. Arturo Avils Gonzlez Dr. Orlando Gonzlez Gonzlez Prof. Mara de los A. Zavala Coln Prof. Miguel Vlez Rubio Dr. Ronald Martnez Lahoz Prof. Miguelina Gonzlez Cruz Prof. Sarah Rodrguez Candelaria Dr. Mara del C. Morn Ros Prof. Jess Ortiz Cintrn Dr. Rosa Rivera Alamo Dr. Alfredo Torruella Lawton Dr. Josefa Santiago Caraballo Prof. Jess Ortiz Cintrn Prof. Amelia Ocasio Correa Prof. ngel Morera Gonzlez Prof. Carmen Skerrett Llanos Mr. Agustn Graterole Rosario Dra. Sandra Cuadrado Roussel Miss Carmen M. Cintrn Otero Prof. Fernando Fernndez Martnez Prof. Mara Isabel Coln Santos

Prof. Evangeline Medina Guarch Mrs. Esther Moreno Tirado Athletic Activities Social and Cultural Activities Admissions Financial Aid Quality of Life Placement Center Child Care Alumni Student Organizations Medical Services

Acting Dean of Students Affairs Assistant Dean of Students Affairs Mr. Gerardo Batista Santiago Mrs. Maribelle Prgola Rivera Mrs. Carmen I. Montes Burgos Mr. Hctor Cuadrado Garca Mrs. Rosimar Hernndez Aponte Prof. Judith Daz Daz Student Affairs Office Mrs. Minerva Rosario Rivera Mrs. Lourdes Tan Daz Dr. Jorge Torres Snchez

Dean of Administrative Affairs Assistant Dean of Administrative Affairs Inactive Files Collections and Claims Purchasing Conservation and Buildings Accounting Post Office Finances Fiscal Services Payroll Payments Compliance Analyst Inventory Collections Pick up and Delivery Human Resources Health and Security Security and Surveilance

Mr. Jos Rodrguez Vicenty Dr. Jorge Rovira lvarez Mr. Gilberto Pagn Mr. Reynaldo Rivera Mr. Rodolfo Barbosa Eng. Jorge Martnez Mrs. Mara M. Prez Mr. Carlos D. Lugo Mr. Gabriel Vargas Mr. Edgar Torres Mrs. Luz Idalia Morales Mrs. Elosa Renovales Mr. Rosendo Santos Mr. Joseph Reboyras Mr. Ramn Irizarry Mrs. Carmen M. Rivera Mrs. Gladys Fontnez Mr. Agustn Graterole Mr. Juan B. Ortiz

Legal Affairs Budget Office Planning and Institutional Research Mediation Office for Students Information Systems Office

Atty. Ivn Mayol Negroni Mr. Wilfredo Ortiz Ruiz Mr. Javier Zavala Quiones Mrs. Minerva Collazo Hernndez Miss Brbara Landrau Espinosa

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GENERAL CATALOG 2008 - 2011

The University of Puerto Rico, as a public institution of higher education, has been entrusted by law with the obligation of serving essential mission is to pursue its goals by striving to transmit and increase knowledge through the development of the arts and sciences, thus contributing to the development and enjoyment of the ethical and aesthetic values of our culture. Historically, the University has grown and evolved from a school that offered Associate Degrees in Education established in 1900 in Fajardo to the University of Puerto Rico with the following campuses: Ro Piedras, Mayagez, Cayey, Humacao, Arecibo, Aguadilla, Bayamn, Carolina, Ponce, Utuado, and the Medical Sciences Campus. The University of Puerto Rico is known as a leading international research and teaching institution. Its academic offerings

The Board of Trustees of the University of Puerto Rico is the governing board of the university and was created by the Law of the University of Puerto Rico, as amended in 1993. It consists of thirteen members, ten citizens appointed by the governor of Puerto Rico to six-year terms with the advice and consent of the Senate of Puerto Rico. In addition, two tenured professors and one student are elected by their peers to join the University Board, for one-year terms. At least one of the appointed citizens must be an alumnus of the University of Puerto Rico. The Board of Trustees formulates the guidelines that govern the development and general orientation of the University, approves laws and regulations of general application for its operations, and supervises the management of the affairs of the Institution. After due consultation with the President of the University, the Board appoints the President and the eleven (11) chancellors of its campuses. the President; approving the plan for improvement of facilities; and deciding on appeals on decisions by the President, the University Board, and the Non-teaching Employees Appeals Board. It is also responsible for submitting an annual report to the Governor and the Legislative Assembly concerning the state of affairs and finances of the University. The President of the University of Puerto Rico is the main executive officer of the Institution. In collaboration with g the system, and promoting the development of the University through his initiatives. He presides over the University Board and is an ex officio member of the faculties, Academic Senates, and Administrative Boards. The President, advised by the University Board, submits for the consideration of the Board of Trustees a plan for the integral development of the University. He also formulates a budget for the University based on budget proposals submitted by the chancellors of the various campuses.

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ACADEMIC AND STUDENT

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The academic programs offered by the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn that qualify for this aid are: Computer Sciences Materials Management Electronics General and Human Biology Articulated Transfer programs with the Mayagez Campus Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering Computer Engineering Surveying and Topographic It does not apply to associate degree programs. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG) This federal program offers additional scholarship funds for undergraduate students. Priority is given to students who demonstrate financial need, the calculated EFC and how many courses required for finishing the degree he or she is taking, until funds are no longer available. Federal Work/Study Program The goal of this program is give the student the opportunity to gain experience in areas related to his or her field of study. Students may work up to fifteen (15) hours per week and payment will be determined by the University and will be equal or greater than the current minimum federal salary. To be eligible for this program students must be eligible for the Pell Grant and be taking 6 credits or more. Stafford Federal Loan This program offers low interest loans where the lending agency sends students checks through the university. There are two types of loans: a. while the student is enrolled in the institution. Students who take 6 credits or more and have a 2.00 grade point average are eligible. b. Unsubsidized loans do not consider financial need and the student is responsible for paying the accrued interest from the time he or she began receiving the funds until it is paid off. With the unsubsidized loan students have the choice to capitalize interests (add them to the principal). Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible. L.E.A.P.- Leveraging Education Assistance Partnership Program This program provides funds to undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need. The money comes from a combination of federal and state funds.

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Through their participation in this academic and deliberative forum, students have the opportunity to strengthen their leadership skills. The Student Organizations Office of the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn is the link between the student and the institution and it fosters the creation of student groups. It promotes the development of leadership skills and team work. It also supports the planning and advertising of conferences, seminars and activities to collect funds for the organizations. The Dean of Student Affairs is in charge of the accreditation of student organizations at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn, along with the Board of Student Organization Accreditation. Any group of students at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn may create a student organization and request its official accreditation. There are about 17 accredited student organizations at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn: Flag Bearers; American Marketing Association; American Medical Student Association; Arts Association; Computer Sciences Student Association; Accounting Students Association; Electronics Students Association; Materials Management Students Association; Education Student Association; Office Systems Student Association; Band, Choir, and Theater; Chamber of Commerce; Student Chapter of the College of Agricultural Engineering; United Christians Association; Leading for Future Ecologists; Society of Microbiologists; and Society for Human Resources Management. The Social and Cultural Activities Office of the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn is responsible for planning, organizing and offering a varied program of artistic, social and cultural events that complements the academic experience of the student. It may include: conferences, plays, exhibits, music shows, festivals, arts and crafts fairs, forums, and others. It presents local and international artists and motivates the development of university talent through productions led by students. The Game Room of the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn belongs to the Social and Cultural Activities Office. The room offers a place to host tournaments and students may play ping-pong, pool, and electronic games, and watch movies. The University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn administers payment to the child care center or independent providers for children of students, as part of the benefits of the Administration of Child Care and Development (ACUDEN). The Program pays for child care for children from birth to three years of age. To participate in this federally funded program, students must be taking a minimum of 12 credits and demonstrate financial need, among other requirements. The office is located at the Student Affairs Office. The main objective of the Disabled Student Services Office at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn (OSEUI) is to provide basic services that address the multiple needs of this community and contribute to its intellectual, emotional and sociocultural development. The office promotes greater academic independence to allow these students to be fully integrated with the rest of the university community. Some of the services provided are: readers, interpreters, tutors, note takers, and technological equipment and programs that improve and maintain the academic capacities of disabled students. It also provides effective mediation in circumstances that merit reasonable accommodations. Students may request these services by filling out an application and presenting medical evidence of their disability or condition. The Registrar looks after all student academic documentation, establishes registration procedures, and ensures compliance with academic regulations. It also certifies that students have completed all the academic requirements for

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graduation. In addition, it offers other services to students, professors, administrative personnel, and members of the community. This office is located at the fourth floor of the Student Center. Registration is the process by which students select the courses and sections that they will take the following semester, following academic counseling. The registration period is established in the academic calendar and is carried out via Internet or at the University on specified dates, before the fifth day of classes during the beginning of the semester or before the second day of classes during the summer sessions. Newly admitted students must present their certificate of admission and high school graduation, and the health service documents that certify compliance with medical requirements. Registration Changes Changes in courses may be made with the recommendation of the Director of the Department on the dates specified the required signatures for its official validation.

Students who began their studies at the UPR before August, 2007*** Daytime Credits Extended University Credit (UNEX) Extended University Fee (UNEX) Maintenance Fee Technology Fee Laboratory Identification Card* Late Registration Fee and Deferment Foreign Student Non Resident (For one academic year) Health Plan** Course Audit Fees for: Undergraduate students Graduate students Laboratory $40 $40 $30 $47 $25 $33 $5 $13 $3,192 **

Students who began their studies at the UPR before academic year 2007-2008 $45 $45 $30 $47 $25 $33 $5 $13 $3,596 **

Students who began their studies at the UPR before academic year 2008-2009 $47 $47 $30 $47 $25 $33 $5 $13 $3,735 **

$33 per course $67 per course $25 per laboratory



* Student Identification Card all new, readmission or transfer students, and students who lost their ID card or need a new one should request it after completing the registration process. The card is needed for all transactions at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn. **The cost for health coverage varies each academic year. Students may choose from a variety of coverage options. ***These costs will also apply to students who begin studying again after readmission or transfer.

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Enrollment charges for academic year 2009-2010, and those that follow, will correspond to the norms on Certification No. 60 (2006-2007) of the Board of Trustees. Students who withdraw from courses during the registration changes period, before classes begin, can claim 100% reimbursement of basic registration fees. Students who withdraw from courses during the first two weeks of class of any semester or during the first week of class during the summer session will be eligible for 50% reimbursement of the basic registration fee.

Application Form Admission Change in major Reclassification Studies Verification Degree Awarded Copy of Diploma Credit Equivalencies Graduation Special Permit Readmission Readmission/Transfer Transcript Transfer

On time $20.00 16.35 16.35 1.35 1.35 27.00 1.35 29.70 17.70 34.35 35.70 1.35 1.35 25.40

Late $30.00 16.35 23.85 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 17.70 50.85 52.20 N/A N/A 35.40

Students can take up to a maximum of seven credit hours or two courses per summer session. Candidates for summer graduation and honor students (according to the honors table) may take a maximum of ten credit hours, subject to the approval of the Dean of Academic Affairs. Second, third, and fourth year students who have a grade point average of 3.50 or higher and who are in the top 5% of their academic program are entitled to tuition exemption for the next academic year. Honors registrations are certified in August. This privilege does not apply if the student registers for fewer than 12 credits per semester or fewer than 6 credits in the summer. Students who do not register for more than one semester at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn and who wish to continue their studies must file an application for readmission. All inactive students (not registered) at the University of Puerto Rico wh to continue their studies at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn must file an application for readmission. All active students at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn who interrupt their studies and withdraw from all courses who wish to continue their studies the following semester, do not need to file an application for readmission.

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This is the process by which students officially drop all the courses in their program. Before dropping all of his or her courses a student should first have a meeting with a professional counselor, so they can analyze the situation and how this may affect him or her. All students who stop attending the courses in which they are registered will receive an The deadline for dropping courses appears on the academic calendar. Partial withdrawals of one or more courses may be processed up to ten work days before the last day of class. Complete withdrawals may be processed up to the last day of classes of the corresponding the dropped course. If the student requests a complete withdrawal during the semester, he or she may continue studying the following semester without having to apply for readmission. justifiable reasons, the student has not been able to meet some of the course requirements. The provisional grade may be requested by the student or l grade will not be lower than the provisional grade. Before the end of the first month of the following semester the student will agree on a work schedule with his or her professor. If the student has done all the required work before the semester is over, the professor will change the provisional grade with a final grade through a form provided by the Registrar. If the professor does not submit the form before the semester ends, the provisional grade will become final. The Registrar's Office informs students about their grades at the end each academic session through the Internet. Students with outstanding debts will not receive grade reports until their debts have been cleared. Once professor that gave the course. If a student believes there has been a mistake in his or her grade, he should notify the professor and the Registrar during the first month of the following semester. The professor may notify a change of grade during the following or she may write a letter to the Dean of Academic Affairs explaining his or her situation. The University of Puerto Rico reserves the right to accept transfer credits for courses completed with a minimum grade of ther than the University of Puerto Rico. The University may accept transcript, and will be added to the number of credits required for the degree sought; however, they will not be used to calc (Certification No. 064-1999-2000 of the Academic Senate of the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamon). Veteran students or their beneficiaries who transfer to the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn must submit an official transcript from all the institutions where they studied, before being certified.

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classroom, given they have acquired knowledge or developed the skills that correspond to subjects in their university curriculum. This process will add an element of flexibility that will allow the university to better meet the needs of those who are new to or return to the University. The opportunity to challenge a course is available to all students of the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn. For specializations that require professional accreditations these norms will be subject to the regulations of the corresponding accreditation agency. General Guidelines: 1. The application for challenging a course will be submitted one semester before the student wishes to receive credit. 2. The Committee for Course Accreditation of each department will meet and determine the courses that will apply for this process. The list of courses will be revised annually and submitted to the Academic Affairs Office 3. The opportunity to challeng a course will be offered only once per course and per semester in response to the requests that have been filed and authorized and as specified below. The Department Director will be and the process for approving them. 4. The way each course will be challenged: a. Will be determined and/or revised by the Departmental Committee for Course Accreditation. b. Will adjust to the objectives of each course and each program of studies. c. Will be structured so that students will be able to demonstrate that they have the cognitive, psychomotor and affective skills of the course. d. May combine written, oral and hands on tests that evidence the required skills. e. l appear on the transcript. Steps for Request, Authorization and Accreditation 1. Students who meet the following criteria may challenge a course: a. Is an active student at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn. b. Meets the general grade point average and the major grade point average, no less than 2.00. c. Has approved the prerequisites of the course to be accredited. d. Has not requested a course accreditation before. e. Has not obtained more than 25% of the total credits required for graduation through course accreditation. 2. Students who request the accreditation of one or more courses must: a. b. Submit the form before the deadline during the pre-registration period the semester before the one to which the course will be accredited. 3. a. Determine if the student meets the requirements listed above. b. Officially notify the student of the decision reached. If the request is approved the office will give the student the date, time and place where he or she will demonstrate his ability to pass the course. This will be coordinated with the Director of the Department. c. Notify the student whether he or she passed or failed the course. Students who are authorized to challenge a course Collections Office. The cost per credit will be the same as the one determined for regular courses when the student registers.

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The directory form will be given to the student during the orientation process. Once the student fills out the If the student does not return the directory form, the University of Puerto Rico will assume that the student opted for Alternative A, Category I. A student may, at any point, modify or cancel the authorization to publish information on the directory. He or she icating the modification or the cancellation of the authorization. Students have the right to see and review the information in their academic and student files and to request a meeting to discuss any complaints about the information reviewed. Students will have the right to submit explanatory declarations to be included and incorporated into the file, if they are not satisfied with the decision reached. The Registrar has been designated to coordinate the process of review of student files which include admissions documents and documents about university studies. Students who wish to see their files must submit a written request before the Registrar. Only those files covered by the Law will be available for review within 45 days of the request. Students may request a copy of their transcripts unless they owe money to the in students for the current fee. Academic files do not include files for faculty or administrative employees that are kept exclusively by the person who prepared them, and they will not be made available to or shown to anyone. This does not include files of the units that are in charge of complying with the Law, and medical and psychological files of student employees or alumni. Medical and psychological files may only be reviewed by doctors appointed by students. In accordance with the Law, a student may not see or revise the following: financial information submitted by his or her parents, confidential letters and recommendations related to the revision, or educational files that contain information about more than one student, in which case the institution will allow access only to the part of the file portains to the student that requests it. The Institution is not obliged to allow students to see and revise confidential letters and recommendations included in their files before January 1 st, 1975, given that those letters were obtained under the current confidentiality norms and its use was limited and conditioned to the purpose for which they were received. Students who believe their files contain incorrect information may present an informal claim before the office that keeps such documents. If the claim is valid the file must be amended. If it is not valid students will be duly notified and informed about their right to request a formal meeting. If the student needs a formal meeting he or she must ner to look into the revisions. The Examiner will notify the student about the date, time and place the meeting will be held. At the meeting the student may present relevant evidence that supports the claim and he or she may attend the meeting accompanied by one or more people, including lawyers hired by the student. Decisions reached by the Examiner will be final and will be based exclusively on the evidence presented at the meeting. The decision will consist of a brief description of the evidence presented, the basis for the claim and a notification for the interested parties. Student files will be corrected or amended following the decisions reached at ions reached he or she may include a written declaration of the reasons why he or she does not agree with them. This statement will be included in the student file and kept as an integral part of the documents, and will be included in the files every time they are made public.

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y US Department of Education, 600 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20202-4604, Phone (202) 260-3887. The Counseling and Orientation Department of the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn is responsible for promoting the holistic development of university students by encouraging them to know themselves and their environment. The services of the Department are geared towards strengthening the academic, emotional and social the faculty and administration it fosters the creation of a university environment based on prevention, lessens risk factors that affect academic achievement and promotes effective psycho-environments that will benefit the academic, social and mental development of students and the academic community in general. Vision: Promote the transformation of the university student into a fulfilled person who can be of service to society. Mission: We are a Department of academic and psychological counseling for all students of the University of nt by encouraging them to Puerto Rico at Bayamn. Our intervention helps stude know themselves and their environment.

Personal Counseling In an environment of trust we deal with delicate situations related to crisis, mental health, and problems derived from circumstances that may affect academic performance. Career Counseling We help students develop decision making skills about a future professional life and help clarify academic goals. Occupational tests are offered, as well as access to information on careers. Educational Counseling We provide information about procedures, regulations, norms and academic offerings. We also offer help with academic and administrative probation and transfers, among others. Psychological Services We offer therapy, crisis intervention and interventions that address student development needs. Referral Services In special situations, counselors may give referrals and consults to professional resources outside the community. The Learning Resources Center (CRA, by its Spanish acronym) plays a fundamental role in the teaching-learning process at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn. It is located in a modern building and was inaugurated in the Summer of 1998. The center integrates Library and Audiovisual resources. The staff assists users in the use and preparation of materials and equipment, as well as the development of skills for effective use of learning resources. The Library Instruction Program promotes knowledge and direct contact with various cultural, educational, recreational, and electronic materials in the CRA. Students can become proficient in the appropriate use of resources for professional development and learning.

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The Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies (DECEP, by its Spanish acronym), is under the Academic Affairs Office, and offers a variety of programs for the personal, professional, and technical development of the community in general. These offerings include short-term courses, and programs for obtaining degrees through the extended university. Other initiatives include: conferences, seminars, workshops, special projects through proposals, pre-university courses in Mathematics, English and Spanish, and the Government Employee Program. Scheduled activities aim to meet specific education and training demands of private and public institutions, employees, and the community in general. The DECEP and the Extended University promotes an optimal level of professionalism in its high quality courses and training to promote and maintain the technical and administrative competence of businesses and the community it serves. Mission: Provide innovative and excellent academic programs and activities with or without credit to facilitate life long learning. Vision: The Division of Continuing Education of the University of Puerto Rico is the link between the University and its alumni; its aim is to address the educational needs of communities in Puerto Rico; it is committed to continually look for new ways of responding creatively and dynamically to present and future challenges and opportunities. Following its mission and vision the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies has the following goals: 1. Develop and maintain programs that facilitate service and public relations with the community, thus extending the mission of the university. 2. Stimulate the creation of programs that improve the quality of education, service to the community and lifelong learning. 3. Provide educational opportunities that meet the needs of the community. 4. Hire, develop and train an excellent faculty that contributes to the holistic development of the nontraditional student. 5. Stimulate faculty creativity and the willingness to carry out research that contributes to the educational, social and cultural development of the community and the Institution. 6. Provide an optimal institutional environment to meet all these goals. To promote the constant improvement of its services, the DECEP constantly evaluates its programs and resources to improve academic offerings and other opportunities. The Short-Term Courses Program covers various areas that respond to the needs and interests of the community and current advances, such as: biotechnology, information networks, child development, care of young children and the optimal environment for pre-school learning, business administration, commercial education, computers and electronics workshops, programming languages, arts, crafts, sports and culture in general. The Conferences, Workshops, and Seminars Program integrates the DECEP and the university community through educational strategies that respond to the current needs of the private and public sectors of society. All programs are offered at night and on Saturdays and although students do not accumulate academic credits, they are offered with the academic excellence that characterizes the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn. Attendance is mandatory. Participants must be present 80% or more of the total class hours and meet with the minimum requirements to receive the certificate of participation given by the Institution.

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The academic offerings of the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies are published in the major newspapers on the Island and on the University web page (www.uprb.edu). Also, the short-term course brochure may be received in the mail after participating in a course or may be obtained at our offices. The DECEP reserves the right to cancel any course that does not have the required number of students. In addition, the office follows a policy for dropping courses and giving reimbursements. Those who participate in short-term courses may drop the course until the day before the course or seminar ends. Participants must do so in person at the office of the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies. He or she must fill out the Add/Drop Form at the Office of the Division. This form must have the date, time and signature of an authorized representative of the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies, when the course is dropped and the reason for doing so. The Div list and in the Registration Form in the space labeled: for Official Use or anywhere in the document. Once checked and signed by the authorized representative, the student will receive a copy. The Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies reserves the right to cancel any course or seminar that does not have enough participants or cannot be paid-off. The Division will be responsible for notifying participants, through any means, that the course was canceled to give them the opportunity to take another course for the same amount. If the new course costs less, the difference will be reimbursed. If the course costs more, participants will pay the difference. If the participant registered through the Billing System of the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies he or she will write to the Billing Office indicating that the company or agency should not be charged for the

The Extended University of the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn is an academic-administrative initiative that allows non-traditional students to enroll in degree programs in non traditional times and formats. According to Certification No. 190-2000-2 -traditional student is an individual with educational or training needs and interests who, for work or personal reasons, cannot benefit from the university The goal is to offer academic course and programs through the Extended University so that the non-traditional student achieves a holistic formation in tune with the most recent social, economic and cultural tendencies of the contemporary world. Non-traditional students participate in the teaching-learning process achieving excellence and gaining the necessary experience for their optimal professional development. At present, the academic programs of the Extended University include an Associate Degree in Instrumentation and a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration (Accounting, Finances, Management and Marketing), Computer Sciences and Pre-School and Elementary Education. The courses of the Extended University are offered in one day periods (tree to four hours) per course. The requirements for being admitted to the extended university are the same as for the regular program. The Admissions Office offers counseling and help for interested students during the admissions process. According to Certification No. 94 (2002-03) of the Administrative Board of the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn, there will

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be an additional fee of $30.00 per credit. This fee guarantees the administrative phase (auto-financed) and services available to the night student. This fee is added to the cost per regular credit for day students.

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Business Administration (Accounting, Finances, Management and Marketing); Computer Sciences; Natural Sciences - Biology (Human and General); Electronic Engineering Technology; Elementary and Adapted Physical Education; Elementary and Preschool Education; Materials Management; and Office Systems. It also offers Associate Degrees in: Office Systems; Civil, Agricultural and Structural Construction and Road Construction; Civil Engineering Technologies; Industrial Engineering Technologies; Instrumentation Technology; and Electronic Technology. The University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn also offers articulated programs with different units or University of Puerto Rico Campuses (Ro Piedras, Carolina, Cayey and Mayagez.) This means that the student can finish his or her first two years of study at Bayamn and then transfer to the unit or campus that will grant the academic degree. This way, students are guaranteed transfer without prolonging the time specified to finish their chosen program of study. Students interested in registering for an articulated program will apply for admission at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn. The grade point average and the academic index necessary to transfer will be determined by the target unit for each program. All academic departments at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn establish certain requirements to obtain a degree. It is important for all students to know these regulations and to be responsible in completing their program requirements within the specified time period. Courses, programs and requirements described in this Catalog may be deleted, modified or changed at any moment by the University. Changes made will prospectively apply, except in case of any involuntary error. The catalog summarizes and describes the total requirements the student must meet before obtaining a degree. The University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn reserves the right to add, amend, change and revoke without notice any information about academic requirements and regulations published in this catalog. For specific degrees, programs, and requirements see the section entitled Programs of Study and Degree Requirements in this catalog.

The Bus Finances, Management and Marketing. This Program gives students the opportunity to specialize in an area of preference as well as receive general education in the field. Upon graduation, alumni may hold managerial, marketing, finance, and/or accounting positions in government agencies, public corporations and private companies. The vision e the most recognized Business Administration Program in Puerto Rico. Our mission is to develop professionals with the skills to succeed in the business world, through a high quality learning experience that promotes an integrated approach to investigation, ethical values and service to the community. The fundamental values of the Program are: respect, honesty, integrity, justice, equality, responsibility and commitment. skills and attitudes) that comply with institutional goals. The competencies developed are: information technology, problem solving and decision making (analytical skills); information gathering and investigation; business ethics, interpersonal relations, management skills, effective written and oral communication in English and Spanish, enterprising, and the technical and functional skills of each concentration.

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First SemesterCode INGL 3101 INGL 3113 CISO 3121 HUMA 3101 CONT 3005 ADMI 3005 MATE 3011 Title Basic English I English I Laboratory Introduction to Social Science I or Western Culture I Int. to Accounting I Administrative Theory Quantitative Methods I Credits 3 0 3 4 3 3 16

Second SemesterCode INGL 3102 INGL 3114 CISO 3122 HUMA 3102 CONT 3006 SICI 4008 MATE 3012 Title Basic English II English II Laboratory Introduction to Social Science II or Western Culture II Int. to Accounting II Princ. of Data Proc. in Bus. Quantitative Methods II Credits 3 0 3 4 4 3 17

First SemesterCode ESPA 3101 MATE 3013 CONT 3007* ESTA 3001 MERC3115 FINA 3006 Title Basic Spanish I Business Calculus Intermediate Accounting I Business Statistics I Principles of Marketing Business Finance Credits 3 3 4 3 3 3 19

Second SemesterCode ESPA 3102 REHU 4409 CONT 3008* ESTA 3002 DEME 4005 GERE 4035 Title Basic Spanish II Human Relations (REHU 2005) Intermediate Accounting II Business Statistics II Business Law or Anal. Decision Making Proc. Credits 3 3 4 3 4 3 16/17

First SemesterCode ESCO 3001 ECON 3021 INCO 3005 CONT 4039* CONT 3025* Title Business Spanish I Business Economics I Business English I PR Income Taxes (CONT 3009) Cost Accounting I Credits 3 3 3 4 4 17

Second SemesterCode ESCO 3002 ECON 3022 INCO 3006 CONT 4005* FINA 3007 Title Business Spanish II Business Economics II Business English II Cost Accounting II Money and Banking Credits 3 3 3 4 4 17

First SemesterCode INCO 4006 CONT 3010* CONT 3035* Title Report Writing Intermed. Accounting III Advanced Accounting Free Elective Free Elective ** Credits 3 4 4 3 3 17

Second SemesterCode ADMI 4019 CONT 4017* CONT 4038* Title Social Responsibilities of Free Enterprise Auditing and Systems Federal Income Tax Free Elective Free Elective Credits 3 3 4 3 3 16

TOTAL: 135 136 credits * Major courses ** Students may choose an Internship (CONT 4026) as a free elective (4 credits).

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First SemesterCode INGL 3101 INGL 3113 CISO 3121 HUMA 3101 CONT 3005 ADMI 3005 MATE 3011 Title Basic English I English I Laboratory Introduction to Social Science I or Western Culture I Int. to Accounting I Administrative Theory Quantitative Methods I Credits 3 0 3 4 3 3 16


First SemesterCode ESPA 3101 INCO 3005 MATE 3013 REHU 4409 ESTA 3001 FINA 3006 Title Basic Spanish I Business English I Quantitative Methods III Human Relations (REHU 2005) Business Statistics I Business Finance Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18

Second SemesterCode ESPA 3102 INCO 3006 MERC 3115 FINA 3005* ESTA 3002 Title Basic Spanish II Business English II Marketing Introduction to Insurance (FINA 1005) Business Statistics II Credits 3 3 3 3 3 15

First SemesterCode ESCO 3001 ECON 3021 FINA 4039* CONT 4036* Title Business Spanish I Business Economics I Public Finances (BASE 2006) Managerial Accounting Free Elective Credits 3 3 3 4 3 16

Second SemesterCode ESCO 3002 ECON 3022 BASE 2007* FINA 4016* FINA 3007 Title Business Spanish II Business Economics II Financial Statement Analysis Real Estate (FINA 1006) Money and Banking Credits 3 3 3 3 4 16

First SemesterCode INCO 4006 FINA 4015* FINA 4009* Title Report Writing Bank Administration (BASE 2005) Credit and Collection (BASE 2008) Free Elective Free Elective Credits 3 3 3 3 3 15

Second SemesterCode ADMI 4019 DEME 4005 GERE 4035 FINA 4050* FINA 4005* Title Social Responsibilities of Free Enterprise Business Law or Anal. Decision Making Proc. Financial Markets Life/Health Insurance (BASE 4005) Free Elective Credits 3 4 3 3 3 3 15/16

TOTAL: 128 129 credits *Major courses

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Management (0305)First SemesterCode INGL 3101 INGL 3113 CISO 3121 HUMA 3101 CONT 3005 ADMI 3005 MATE 3011 Title Basic English I English I Laboratory Introduction to Social Science I or Western Culture I Int. to Accounting I Administrative Theory Quantitative Methods I Credits 3 0 3 4 3 3 16


First SemesterCode ESPA 3101 INCO 3005 MATE 3013 REHU 4409 ESTA 3001 FINA 3006 Title Basic Spanish I Business English I Quantitative Methods III Human Relations Business Statistics I Business Finance Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18

Second SemesterCode ESPA 3102 INCO 3006 MERC 3115 REHU 4405* ESTA 3002 Title Basic Spanish II Business English II Principles of Marketing Admin. of Human Resources Business Statistics II Credits 3 3 3 3 3 15

First SemesterCode ESCO 3001 ECON 3021 FINA 3007 CONT 4036* REHU 4406* Title Business Spanish I Business Economics I Money and Banking Managerial Accounting (CONT 2005) Labor-Manag. Relations Credits 3 3 4 4 3 17

Second SemesterCode ESCO 3002 ECON 3022 REHU 4407* GERP 2005* REHU 4425* Title Business Spanish II Business Economics II Wages and Salaries (ADEM 2006) Production Management Organizational Ethics Credits 3 3 3 3 3 15

First SemesterCode INCO 4006 REHU 4427* REHU 4426* Title Report Writing Labor Law Collective Bargaining Free Elective Free Elective Credits 3 3 3 3 3 15

Second SemesterCode ADMI 4019 DEME 4005 GERE 4035 ADMI 4007* Title Social Responsibilities of Free Enterprise Business Law or Anal. of Dec. Making Proc. Administrative Policies Free Elective Free Elective Credits 3 4 3 3 3 3 15/16

TOTAL: 128 129 credits *Major courses

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Marketing (0311)First SemesterCode INGL 3101 INGL 3113 CISO 3121 HUMA 3101 CONT 3005 ADMI 3005 MATE 3011 Title Basic English I English I Laboratory Introduction to Social Science I or Western Culture I Int. to Accounting I Administrative Theory Quantitative Methods I Credits 3 0 3 4 3 3 16


First SemesterCode ESPA 3101 ESTA 3001 MATE 3013 REHU 4409 FINA 3006 MERC 3115 Title Basic Spanish I Business Statistics I Quantitative Methods III Human Relations (REHU 2005) Business Finance Principles of Marketing Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 18

Second SemesterCode ESPA 3102 ESTA 3002 FINA 3007 MERC 4217* MERC 4036* Title Basic Spanish II Business Statistics II Money and Banking Consumer Behavior Public Relations Credits 3 3 4 3 3 16

First SemesterCode ESCO 3001 INCO 3005 ECON 3021 MERC 4006* MERC 4216* Title Business Spanish I Business English I Business Economics I Art of Selling (MERC 2005) Sales Principles & Practices(MERC 2008)

Second SemesterCredits 3 3 3 3 3 15 Code ESCO 3002 INCO 3006 ECON 3022 MERC 4005* MERC 4027* Title Business Spanish II Business English II Business Economics II International Marketing Advertising (MERC 2006) Credits 3 3 3 3 3 15

First SemesterCode INCO 4006 MERC 4219* MERC 4215* Title Report Writing Intermediate Marketing Manag. of Retail Sales (2007) Free Elective Free Elective Credits 3 3 3 3 3 15

Second SemesterCode ADMI 4019 DEME 4005 GERE 4035 MERC 4007* Title Social Responsibilities of Companies Business Law or Analy. Decision Making Proc. Marketing Research Free Elective Free Elective Credits 3 4 3 3 3 3 15/16

TOTAL: 127 128 credits * Major courses

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The study of management as a coordination process, as well as its functions and procedures. The different approaches to the study of management with special emphasis on theory development by behavioral scientists. Principles of responsibility, authority, organization, and ethics; problems with centralization and decentralization. Human behavior in an organization and group behavior. The relationships amongst individuals and groups in the administrative processes of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling.

Prerequisite: MERC 3115 An introduction to a conceptual and comprehensive decision making scheme that will help the company evaluate its current condition, and analyze environmental factors that may have an effect on it, including competition. This information will translate into objectives and strategies that will help the company compete effectively in its industry. The course will emphasize

The study of the responsibilities of each company with its social environment. Students will engage in a detailed study of political, legal and economic patterns of behavior, and social pressures that lead organizations to contribute to the improvement of the social ecosystem.

Prerequisite: CONT 3006 A course designed to develop analytical ability in finance so that the analysis of financial information that banks and credit institutions need to evaluate can be better understood. It includes the discussion of assets, repossession, ratio of volume costs and profits, financial position, working capital, decrease or increase in non-current assets, investments, changes in financial positions, cash analysis, basic analytical procedures, and horizontal and vertical analysis and ratios.

The study of the basic principles of accounting including basic accounting procedures. It covers the accounting cycle of buying/selling and service-type businesses. It emphasizes the valorization, classification, disclosure, administration, and control of the following assets: cash, marketable securities, accounts receivable, inventories, and long term assets.

Prerequisite: CONT 3005 A continuation of the study of basic accounting principles and procedures of partnerships and corporations. The course covers the organization, administration of partnerships, corporations and their liquidation. Emphasizes legal aspects, their effects on the capital and profit distribution. It also covers bond emission financing and corporation investments. Financial statements are compared and analyzed. Manufacturing is briefly discussed.

Prerequisite: CONT 3006 The study and analysis of accounting principles and procedures related to adjustment entries and recording, valorization and asset disclosure in financial statements.

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Prerequisite: CONT 3007 A continuation of the study and analysis of accounting principles and procedures related to fixed assets, corporate capital, and corrections of prior years. The study of the impact of price-level changes on financial statements.

Prerequisite: CONT 3008 Conclusion of a comprehensive study of financial accounting topics, which began with Intermediate Accounting I and II. The course emphasizes the following areas: treatment and appropriate reporting of investments, contributions over earnings, leasing, pensions and benefits. Other areas include: changes in accounting and error analysis.

Prerequisite: CONT 3006 Principles of cost accounting, interpretation and analysis of manufacturing costs. The systems of specific costs and processing costs are studied. Other topics include: methods used for developing criteria for determining costs, routine methods for compiling data for costs, forms and records used, and remuneration bases. Managerial analysis and control of production costs are emphasized.

Prerequisite: CONT 3008 The study of the theory and discussion of special problems related to trade, partnerships, installment sales, consignments, financial statements, branches, estates and trusts. Principles of government and institutional accounting are also discussed.

Prerequisites: CONT 3006 and SICI 4008 This course gives students the opportunity to acquire the basic skills needed to use basic computerized accounting functions, with a hands on approach and using modules integrated with the accounting cycle.

Prerequisite: CONT 3025 The study of the different ways of applying cost accounting to achieve effective planning and control of costs. These include control of fixed and variable budgets, standard and manufacturing costs, analysis of marginal income, and analysis of distrib ution and administration costs. The course emphasizes inventory controls and procedures, and labor and indirect costs. It also covers differential costs, the usefulness of graphs for presenting cost information and alternatives available, and a series of anal ytical techniques that accountants need to provide information to management.

The study of contemporary auditing principles. The course covers: the reasons for being audited by a certified public accountant, an evaluation of internal control systems, generally accepted norms for auditing, ethical responsibilities, evidence, and the use of computers and statistical sampling by the auditor.

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Prerequisites: CONT 3007 and CONT 3008 The course focuses on theory and practice of current governmental accounting in hospitals, colleges and universities and other nonprofit organizations. It also discusses standards and procedures of financial and operational auditing of government entities.

Prerequisites: CONT 3008, CONT 3025 and CONT 4039 or CONT 3009 Practical internship at the workplace where the student will have the opportunity to apply the theoretical concepts acquired in the classroom. The student will also be exposed to situations that can only be experienced in a work environment, and which will provide the self-confidence and emotional maturity needed to excel professionally. The course will also help students decide on which area of accounting they would like to develop their professional practice.

Prerequisites: CONT 3008, CONT 3025, CONT 4017 and SICI 4008 The course focuses on a discussion of accounting as an integrated system of compiling, processing and communicating information for business decision-making. It includes: the study of the impact of technological advancements on financial and management accounting, and training in computer programs for general use in business, the Internet and electronic mail.(CONT 2005)

Prerequisite: CONT 3006 The course emphasizes the need to know the uses of accounting and techniques used, and their importance for managerial decision-making. The student is introduced to basic managerial functions in areas such as: planning, organization, direction supervision and controls in business activities.

The course includes an analysis of federal income tax law. Includes: gross income, allowable deductions, capital assets, withholdings, credits for foreign taxes paid and determining the amount to be paid.(CONT 3009)

Prerequisite: CONT 3006 The course analyses the Puerto Rico Income Tax Act of 1954 as amended. It covers the following topics: regulations covering taxable income inclusions and exclusions, allowable deductions, flexible depreciation, capital gains and losses, credits for dependents, personal exception and calculating the tax payment.

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CONT 3006, FINA 3007 and ECON 3022

The course covers fundamental knowledge about the international environment and the context in which accounting is practiced worldwide. It includes comparing the accounting principles of several countries, efforts to harmonize the generally accepted principles of accounting and a discussion of worldwide events from the perspective of the accountant.

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Covers business laws, law of precedent and doctrines which regulate business transactions in Puerto Rico. It also addresses the integration of these norms as part of the Puerto Rican judicial system which includes topics and doctrines of the United States Law and civil law.

Introductory course that examines the scientific nature and methodology of economics. Fundamental aspects of economic systems and their problems are discussed. The principles of supply and demand are discussed in detail, as well as their influence on determining price and production level in different markets.

Prerequisite: ECON 3021 Continuation of the introductory business economics course. The course includes topics such as: national income and its measurement, analysis of the macroeconomic variables and their influence on determining levels of employment, production, etc. It also addresses monetary and banking institutions, monetary policies, public finance, fiscal policy, and important aspects of economic development and international economics.

The course is an introduction to business statistics, mainly descriptive statistics. Topics include: frequency distribution, measures of central tendency dispersion methods, time series, index, and probability theory.

Prerequisite: ESTA 3001 Continuation of Business Statistics I. Includes inductive statistics, sampling theories, tests of hypothesis, regression and variance analysis, and simple and multiple correlations. It also addresses aspects of statistical inference related to business decision making.(FINA 1005)

Discussion of problems of risk and their impact on the individual, the economy, and society. The course covers different techniques that may be used in risk management, dealing with insurable risk through insurance, and the relationship between the problem of risk and public policy. Analysis and solution of situations involving risk are also studied.

The study of the process of raising, managing and distributing funds in businesses. The course addresses the different types of businesses with special emphasis on modern corporations and the steps through which a corporation is promoted, organized, expanded and liquidated.

The study of the banking system in its diverse phases. The monetary system of the United States is analyzed. Commercial banking and its operations are analyzed in detail. The course also covers an analysis of fiscal and monetary controls, the international monetary fund and its special system of circulating bills of exchange, and its impact on the commercial balance of countries.

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(BASE 4005)

Prerequisite: FINA 1005 or FINA 3005 The course covers: insurance techniques as means of protecting individuals against economic loss due to mental or physical incapacity, discussion of benefits, risk situations, rates and legal considerations.

Prerequisite: BASE 2007 The study of the nature, role and importance of credit, management of credit, function, investigation and analysis of credit, and control and operations of receipts. The course includes an explanation of the role of credit and collection in modern companies and their effects on consumption, market fluctuations, business activities, and the national economy.

Prerequisite: FINA 3007 The study of the financial policies of a particular bank in contrast with the banking system. Emphasis is placed on policies, not on routine procedures. Analysis of the sources of bank funds with emphasis on the use of such funds. A brief historical background of modern banking institutions.(FINA 1006)

A basic course on the principles and practices of the real estate business and the socioeconomic forces that influence it.

Prerequisite: FINA 3006 Analysis of the relationship between risk and yield in investments, while emphasizing the importance of portfolio theories, and their roles and functions in the world of investment. The course may also cover: investment options in financial markets, and the role of government and its relationship with the world of investment.(BASE 2006)

Prerequisite: FINA 3006 The study of allocation, distribution and stabilization in the modern state and its effects on business; analysis of budget policies of the public sector from the point of view of income and expenditures, theories of taxation, public expenses, incidence and budget effect, public debt and its effects on decision making in the private sector.

Prerequisite: FINA 3006 and FINA 3007 Analysis of the structure of financial markets and application of the latest monetary and economical theories. Includes: the study of the roles of theory and financial markets in efficient functioning of the market, interrelation between real and financial variables of economic activity and related topics.

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Prerequisite: ESTA 3002 An analysis of the decision-making techniques used by management when visualizing problems, objectives and administrative strategies, and evaluating their efficiency. Mathematical models of certainty and uncertainty in analyzing and solving such problems are discussed.

The study of modern managerial methods applied to manufacturing businesses. The course addresses problems with purchases, inventory, production control and quality control, mark-up, salary and incentive administration, production patterns, physical plant design, and time and motion study.

The course covers the marketing process and its management functions. It emphasizes the analysis, planning, implementation, organization and control of a marketing program.

Prerequisite: MERC 3115 The study of the problems posed by national barriers, as well as problems in various markets of different nations. The situation of domestic firms and their exports, and businesses that assemble or produce merchandise in foreign markets is analyzed. The course also covers the requirements for distribution of goods and services from wholesalers to multinational companies.(MERC 2005)

Prerequisite: MERC 3115 The course is structured so that the student will learn modern selling techniques, with an emphasis on personal appearance, how to deal with clients, closing a deal and the role of sales in the economic process. The course also aims to develop a positive attitude towards the selling profession.

The study of the necessary functions for gathering, classifying, presenting and systematically analyzing data in a precise and objective manner about problems related to the marketing of goods and services.

This course gives students from areas outside business administration the opportunity to learn about the marketing theory and how it is applied to the development of businesses. Students will learn to develop their own business from the idea to the opening day. The course touches upon the various activities that are carried out in developing a business, such as: interior and exterior design, selection of target market, determination of the needs, purchase steps, and promotion of the business.(MERC 2006)

Prerequisite: MERC 3115 Analysis, design, implementation and control of advertising programs with an emphasis on the design and evaluation of creative strategies.

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Prerequisite: MERC 3115 and ADMI 3005 The course includes the presentation and study of public relations as a professional activity for the promotion of business. It includes identification of groups with possible connections to the business, the empirical viability of the public relations program, its development and evaluation, and the use of appropriate means for obtaining and promoting a positive image of the company in the community or market it serves.

Prerequisite: MERC 3115 Development and implementation of marketing strategies in the context of retail sales. The course emphasizes the effective analysis of competition for the business, and the marketing strategies that must be implemented in response to changes in competition.

Prerequisite: MERC 3115 The study of the theory and practice of personal sales. The course centers on the study of the behavior of the salesman and the consumer, external factors that directly or indirectly affect the sales process and effective sales strategies. In also covers personal sales methods and techniques, and verbal and nonverbal communication.

Prerequisite: MERC 3115 Analysis of current theories of consumer behavior in the market. Includes the study of methods used to examine this conduct, which will help in marketing decision-making processes.

Prerequisite: MERC 3115 ation of policies, strategies, and tactics used in marketing, an adaptation of management functions to marketing: planning, organization, control and direction in terms of prices, sales promotion, and logistics.

Prerequisites: MERC 3115, MERC 4219, MERC 4006 or MERC 2005, MERC 4027 or MERC 2006 Experience in applying the theoretical concepts acquired in the classroom related to effective marketing management in organizations; 180 hours of work are required. Counseling and supervision by professors will help students join the job market.(REHU 2006)

Introduction to strategies, practices, procedures and legal aspects related to effective human resources administration in an organization. The course includes the theories, methods and techniques applied to human resources management in domestic and global economic contexts.

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(REHU 2007)

Analysis of labor-management relations in Puerto Rico and the United States from their origins to the present. The course will center on the study of the parties involved in labor-management relations, as well as the strategies used to carry out their functions. It will introduce the student to the basic processes in collective negotiations, and the administration of collective agreements and their relationship with non-union employees.

An introduction to the design, implementation and administration of an effective compensation system with special emphasis on organizational diagnosis in terms of the internal and external influences that will play a role in the design and administration of a compensation system.(REHU 4425)

Introduction to the fundamental concepts, theories and processes in the study of individual, group and organizational behavior with an emphasis on the organization as an open system.(REHU 2005)

The study and objective presentation of the nature of human relations in the industry. The course covers: the influence of the individual personality, the formal and informal organization, organizational communication, leadership and dynamic supervision of group dynamics, and the effect of employees and unions on the overall climate of the interpersonal relationships in the organization. The course will address some of the most common human relations problems in organizations through discussion of case studies and group work.(REHU 4427)

Analysis of social and labor legislation (local-federal) and its impact on the management decision-making process. Includes the study and analysis of jurisprudence of the Supreme Court of Puerto Rico and its effects on organizations. The course emphasiz es the importance of labor law, particularly protective legislation.

Prerequisite: REHU 4406 or REHU 2007 The historical background of labor-management relations is discussed. Topics include: collective bargaining and its role in modern society, general principles and practices of collective bargaining in the public and private sectors, problems in coll ective bargaining, steps and content of collective bargaining discussions, negotiation strategies of both parties, and discussion and administration of agreements including their interpretation, implementation, solution of complaints and grievances, and arbitration.

Prerequisites: REHU 4405, REHU 4407 and REHU 4419 Practical experience with the theory and concepts learned in the classroom is put into practice through 180 hours of work in a designated organization. Faculty consultation and supervision will help the student join the working world.

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Degree offers the academic fundamentals to pursue graduate or professional studies in health related areas. The curriculum incorporates a biosocial approach that encourages students to work in professions related to human service. Degree offers the academic fundamentals to pursue graduate or professional studies in basic areas of biology. The curriculum integrates an investigative and practical approach that encourages students to work in professions related to scientific research.

First SemesterCode BIOL 3011 BIOL 3013 QUIM 3001 QUIM 3003 MATE 3171 INGL 3101 INGL 3113 ESPA 3101 Title General Biology I General Biology I Lab General Chemistry I Gen. Chemistry I Lab Pre-Calculus I Basic English I Basic English I Lab Basic Spanish I Credits 4 0 4 0 3 3 0 3 17

Second SemesterCode BIOL 3012 BIOL 3014 QUIM 3002 QUIM 3004 MATE 3172 INGL 3102 INGL 3114 ESPA 3102 Title General Biology II General Biology II Lab General Chemistry II General Chemistry II Lab Pre-Calculus II Basic English II Basic English II Lab Basic Spanish II Credits 4 0 4 0 3 3 0 3 17

First SemesterCode QUIM 3031 QUIM 3033 BIOL 3791 BIOL 3793 MATE 3031 CISO 3121 INGL 3201 ESPA 3201 Title Organic Chemistry I Organic Chemistry I Lab Human Biology III Human Biology III Lab Calculus I Introduction to Social Science I Gram. Comp. and Reading I or Int. Lit. Genres I Credits 4 0 4 0 4 3 3 18

Second SemesterCode QUIM 3032 QUIM 3034 BIOL 3792 BIOL 3794 MATE 3026 CISO 3122 INGL 3202 ESPA 3202 Title Organic Chemistry II Organic Chemistry II Lab Human Biology IV Human Biology IV Lab Int. to Statistics with Computers Introduction to Social Science II Gram. Comp and Reading or Int. Lit. Genres I Credits 4 0 4 0 3 3 3 17

First SemesterCode HUMA 3111 FISI 3011 FISI 3013 BIOL 4041 ANTR 3005 INGL 3202 ESPA 3201 Title Comp. Western Civilization I & II University Physics I University Physics I Lab Human Genetics Anthropology Gram. Comp and Reading I or Int. Lit. Genres I Credits 3 3 1 3 3 3 16

Second SemesterCode HUMA 3112 FISI 3012 FISI 3014 BIOL 3018 BIOL 3028 PSIC 3005 INGL 3201 ESPA 3202 Title Comp. Western Civilization III & IV University Physics II University Physics II Lab Developmental Biology Developmental Biology Lab General Psychology Gram. Comp and Reading I or Int. Lit. Genres I Credits 3 3 1 4 0 3 3 17

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First SemesterCode HIST 3241 BIOL 4042 PSIC 3025 Title History of Puerto Rico I Biology Fundamentals Human Life Cycle Psychology of Human Development Elective in Behavioral Sciences Free Elective Free Elective Credits 3 2 3 3 3 3 17

Second SemesterCode HIST 3242 BIOL 4056 BIOL 4033 Title History of Puerto Rico II Immunology Biosocial Environmental Topics Free Elective Free Elective Credits 3 3 3 3 3 15

TOTAL: 134 credits As a requirement for graduation, students must pass major courses with a minimum of C.

First SemesterCode BIOL 3011 BIOL 3013 QUIM 3001 QUIM 3003 MATE 3171 INGL 3101 INGL 3113 ESPA 3101 Title General Biology I General Biology I Lab General Chemistry I General Chemistry I Lab Pre-Calculus I Basic English I Basic English I Lab Basic Spanish I Credits 4 0 4 0 3 3 0 3 17

Second SemesterCode BIOL 3012 BIOL 3014 QUIM 3002 QUIM 3004 MATE 3172 INGL 3102 INGL 3114 ESPA3102 Title General Biology II General Biology II Lab General Chemistry II General Chemistry II Lab Pre-Calculus II Basic English II Basic English II Lab Basic Spanish II Credits 4 0 4 0 3 3 0 3 17

First SemesterCode QUIM 3031 QUIM 3033 BIOL 3417 BIOL 3418 MATE 3031 CISO 3121 INGL 3201 ESPA 3201 Title Organic Chemistry I Organic Chemistry I Lab Biology of Plants Biology of Plants Lab Calculus I Introduction to Social Science I 2nd Year English or Intr. Lit Genres I Credits 4 0 4 0 4 3 3 18

Second SemesterCode QUIM 3032 QUIM 3034 BIOL 3425 BIOL 3426 SICI 3017 CISO 3122 INGL 3202 ESPA 3202 Title Organic Chemistry II Organic Chemistry II Lab Biology of Animals Biology of Animals Lab Int. Data Processing Introduction to Social Science II 2nd Year English or Intr. Lit Genres II Credits 4 0 4 0 3 3 3 17

First SemesterCode HUMA 3111 FISI 3011 FISI 3013 BIOL 3115 BIOL 3116 BIOL 3740 INGL 3201 ESPA 3201 Title Comp. Western Civilization I & II University Physics I University Physics I Lab Ecology Ecology Laboratory Biometry 2nd Year English or Intr. Lit Genres I Credits 3 3 1 4 0 3 3 17

Second SemesterCode HUMA 3112 FISI 3012 FISI 3014 BIOL 3305 BIOL 3306 INGL 3202 ESPA 3202 Title Comp. Western Civilization III & IV University Physics II University Physics II Lab Genetics Genetics Laboratory Free Elective 2nd Year English or Intr. Lit Genres II Credits 3 3 1 4 0 3 3 17

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First SemesterCode HIST 3241 FILO 4028 BIOL 3010 BIOL 3020 Title History of Puerto Rico I Bioethics Cellular Molecular Cellular Molecular Lab Recommended Elective Free Elective Credits 3 3 3 0 4 3 16

Second SemesterCode HIST 3242 BIOL 3108 BIOL 3705 BIOL 3707 Title History of Puerto Rico II Undergraduate Research Gen. Microbiology Gen. Microbiology Lab Free Elective Free Elective Credits 3 2 4 0 3 3 15

TOTAL: 134 credits As a requirement for graduation, students must pass major courses with a minimum of C.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3012-3014 and QUIM 3031-3032 Co-requisite: BIOL 3020 An interpretation of cell function as a result of its properties and structural components. The course emphasizes the scientific methods used in deriving the relationship between structure and cellular function.

Co-requisite: BIOL 3013 A study of the basic principles that govern organisms and their parts: live matter, the cell, photosynthesis, respiration, mitosis, meiosis, genetics, and evolution.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3011 and BIOL 3013 Co-requisite: BIOL 3014 A study of variety in the animal and plant kingdoms and their evolution, reproduction, growth, nutrition, transportation, regulation, and ecology.

Co-requisite: BIOL 3011 Compliments the General Biology I course BIOL 3011.

Co-requisite: BIOL 3012 Compliments the General Biology I course BIOL 3012.

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Prerequisite: BIOL 3012-3014 Co-requisite: BIOL 3028 The study of the patterns, developmental processes and the control of these patterns and processes in different plants and animals. A discussion of special aspects of the developmental process.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3012-3014 and QUIM 3031-3033 Co-requisite: BIOL 3010 Laboratory practice to complement and supplement BIOL 3010. Emphasis on the use of techniques for molecular and cellular analysis.

Prerequisite: CIBI 3001 or BIOL 3011 and CIBI 3002 or BIOL 3012 Study and practice of teaching and learning techniques for students who are interested in working as tutors in the area of biology.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3012 - 3014 Co-requisite: BIOL 3018 Hands-on experience illustrating and analyzing developmental patterns and process.

Prerequisite:

BIOL 3012 - 3014

Supervised research in the area of biological science, which gives the student training and experience in the application of the scientific method and investigation.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3011 - 3012 Co-requisite: BIOL 3116 A study of the principles that rule the relationship between organisms and their environment, with emphasis on ecological systems present in Puerto Rico and the effects of contamination.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3011 - 3012 Co-requisite: BIOL 3115 The study of different types of communities and the ecological principles and concepts that apply to them through trips to pl aces of ecological interest.

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Course in environmental science designed to provide the student with an understanding of humanity's interdependence with its physical and social environment in addition to highlighting the student's responsibility towards this environment.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3011 - 3012 Co-requisite: BIOL 3306 A study of the fundamental principles of genetics using molecular biology concepts. Identification, mechanisms of action and transmission of genetic material. The following topics are studied in detail: physical structure of a gene, genetic behavior in individuals and populations, the concept of linkage, and the genetic control of metabolism and development.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3011 - 3012 Co-requisite: BIOL 3305 The course centers on techniques used to establish the fundamental principles of heredity, including classic, population and molecular genetics.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3011 - 3012 Co-requisite: BIOL 3418 A study of the general concepts of the taxonomy, anatomy, physiology and ecology of plants.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3011 - 3012 Co-requisite: BIOL 3417 A study of cell structure and plant tissues; the structure and function of the root, stem, leaf and reproduction organs such as the flower, fruit and seed; photosynthesis, growth and development. The classification and nomenclature of vascular and nonvascular plants are studied.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3011 - 3012 Co-requisite: BIOL 3426 Biology of the different animal groups with emphasis on their morphology, physiology, variety, reproduction, ecology, behavior, evolution and taxonomy.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3012 Co-requisite: BIOL 3425 Course taken with BIOL 3425. The study of preserved and live specimens of the different animal groups with emphasis on the dissection and study of their distinctive structures.

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Prerequisite: BIOL 3011 - 3012 Co-requisite: BIOL 3707 The study of morphology, metabolism, growth, control, genetics, taxonomy, parasite-host relations, immunology and aspects applied to microbiology.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3011 - 3012 Co-requisite: BIOL 3705 The study of the main microbiology techniques and their significance in the study of microorganisms. Application of molecular and genetic engineering techniques, as well as the development of research skills in the laboratory.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3012 3014 Co-requisite: BIOL 3736 The study of the main physiological principles of the human body.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3012 - 3014 Co-requisite: BIOL 3735 Laboratory practice to complement the topics discussed in BIOL 3735.

Prerequisite: MATE 3026 or MATE 3172 The study of statistical techniques applicable of biology.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3011 - 3012 Co-requisite: BIOL 3793 The study of histology, the skeletal system, joints, and the muscular and nervous systems of the human body.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3791 - 3793 Co-requisite: BIOL 3794 The study of the circulatory, digestive, respiratory, urinary, endocrine, reproductive and immunological systems of the human body.

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Prerequisite: BIOL 3011 - 3012 Co-requisite: BIOL 3791 Complements BIOL 3791.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3791 and BIOL 3793 Co-requisite: BIOL 3792 Laboratory for Human Biology IV.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3012 - 3014 Analysis of a current topic that constitutes a biological, social and environmental risk and/or protection factor for humans. The topic will be examined considering available human services.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3012 - 3014 The study of concepts of human genetics and genetics technology for the detection, treatment, and prevention of hereditary illnesses. The origin and magnitude of genetic diversity of the human genome and the effect of selection on the genotype and phenotype are analyzed. Social, cultural and ethical implications of genetics research are emphasized.

Prerequisite: BIOL 3012 - 3014 Co-requisite: PSIC 3025 Joint work between the professor and the students for presenting and discussing topics related to the cycle or human life, with emphasis on each of the biological phases of human development.

Prerequisites: BIOL 3012 - 3014 Discussion of the basic principles of immunology and their clinical applications in medicine and other fields. The course describes the function of the immunological system including cells, organs, and immunoglobulins. The course also covers other topics in immunology such as: histocompatibility systems, tumor immunology, immediate and delayed hypersensitivity, as well as autoimmunity. It will also cover the interaction among microorganisms that cause infectious diseases, the immunolog ical system and immunity.

Prerequisites: BIOL 3705-3707 Biological activities of microorganisms. Their importance for the pharmaceutical industry and related fields. The course does not have a laboratory. It requires basic knowledge about general microbiology.

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Prerequisites: BIOL 3011-3012 and QUIM 3002-3004 o induce the synthesis of human insulin in microbial models. This revolution was based on technology associated with genetic engineering, recombined DNA and gene splicing. With the development of these techniques we entered an era of control and manipulation of genetic material without precedent that could lead to finally contemplating the possibility of generating hum an clones. The debate over the ethical, medical and social implications of genetic engineering and biotechnology is very present in modern society. 10 Prerequisites: BIOL 3011-3013 and BIOL 3012-3014 Investigation in the area of biology to train students in scientific investigation with emphasis on experimentation. The cour se has no validation. 3 Presentation and discussion of several topics in a specific area of Biology. The student may receive up to 9 credits for this course, if the topics covered are different.

Study of fundamental biological concepts including the structure and chemical composition of living matter, the cell unit, cellular and genetic metabolism with emphasis on man. The class includes lectures, discussions and demonstrations. For students who are not in the Natural Sciences Department. Not equivalent to BIOL 3011.

Prerequisite: CIBI 3001 Study of the fundamental principles and concepts of Biology including the study of ecology, development, evolution, hormonal and nervous control, and other anatomical and physiological aspects of life, with emphasis on man. The course includes lectures, discussions and demonstrations. For students who are not in the Natural Sciences Department.

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Concentration in Chemistry. In the articulated program the student may complete the first two years at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn and then transfer to the Cayey Campus Degree. Students will take the following courses at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn.

First SemesterCode QUIM 3001-03 MATE 3171 ESPA 3101 *INGL 3101 INGL 3113 CISO 3121 Title General Chemistry I /Lab I Pre-Calculus I Basic Spanish I Basic English I Basic English I Lab. Introduction to Social Science Credits 4 3 3 3 0 3 16

Second SemesterCode QUIM 3002-04 MATE 3172 ESPA 3102 *INGL 3102 INGL 3114 CISO 3122 Title General Chemistry II /Lab.II Pre-Calculus II Basic Spanish II Basic English II Basic English II Lab. Introduction to Social Science II Credits 4 3 3 3 0 3 16

First SemesterCode BIOL 3011-13 MATE 3031 **INGL 32__ HUMA 3101 QUIM 3025-26 Title General Biology I/Lab. Calculus I English Humanities I Analytical Chemistry/Lab. Credits 4 4 3 3 4 18

Second SemesterCode BIOL 3012-14 MATE 3032 ** INGL__ HUMA 3102 Title General Biology I/Lab. Calculus II English Humanities II Free Elective Credits 4 4 3 3 3 17

Total: 67 credits Requisites to complete the transfer: Approve 67 credits at the University of Puerto Rico at Bayamn and have a 2.00 grade point average and academic progress. * Students will be placed in English courses according to their College Board punctuation. **Second year English 1. If students passed INGL 3101-3102 (Basic English I-II) the first year, they will take INGL 3201-3202. 2. If students passed INGL 3103-3104 (Intermediate English I-II) or INGL 3011-3012 (Honors English) during their first year, they will take INGL 3221-3222. 3. If students passed the Advanced Placement exam with 4 or 5 they will take INGL 3221-3222. Graduates of the Bac professionals trained in an area of science with the ability to make appropriate decisions and reflect on issues related to chemistry, technology and the environment. Graduates may continue their graduate studies in Biology, Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry, or they may take the exams and obtain a license, following government regulations, to work in private or government laboratories.

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A course for non-majors that provides an overview of the basic concepts of modern chemistry. Chemistry is presented as currently undergoing development in sub fields such as inorganic, organic, industrial, environmental, analytical and nuclear chemistry. Basic concepts and other relevant concepts will be discussed, with an emphasis on technological developments and social impact. Conferences will be complemented by demonstrations and supplementary readings.

Prerequisite: CIQA 3001 Sciences I to explain the application of chemistry in the following areas: industrial, environmental, metallurgical and energy production. If necessary the course will delve deeper into the discussion of basic concepts and will present instrumental methods of synthesis and analysis of materials. Areas of organic chemistry and its technological development are discussed.

Co-requisite: QUIM 3003 Introduction to fundamental principles of chemistry with emphasis on stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature of inorganic compounds, the periodic chart, chemical bonding, thermo chemistry, gases, liquids, and solids.

Prerequisites: QUIM 3001 and QUIM 3003 Co-requisite: QUIM 3004 The course centers on the fundamental principles of chemistry, with emphasis on intermolecular forces and states of matter, solutions, colligative properties, kinetics principles and reaction mechanisms, chemical equilibrium and the principle of Le Chaterlier, acids, bases and their properties, solubility products (Kps), thermodynamics and electrochemistry.

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