Biology Department Courses
Biology
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BIO101* NPS Biological Concepts
- 4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) Designed for non-biology majors. An overview of the major biological concepts and ideas emphasizing their relevance to our daily lives, the course is designed to stimulate discussion of current biological issues and is intended to provide an understanding and respect for the basic mechanisms of life. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Students who have taken BIO 110 or 111 may not take this course.
- 4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) Designed for non-biology majors. An overview of the major biological concepts and ideas emphasizing their relevance to our daily lives, the course is designed to stimulate discussion of current biological issues and is intended to provide an understanding and respect for the basic mechanisms of life. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Students who have taken BIO 110 or 111 may not take this course.
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BIO102* NPS Human Heredity and Inherited Diseases
- 4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) An overview of human heredity, providing the tools needed to make informed decisions on a variety of health-related issues with information on disease, medical technology, genetic engineering and biotechnology, and environmental factors affecting human health. As part of the laboratory, each student isolates copies of a small portion of his or her own mitochondrial DNA. Students work with international DNA databases to compare their DNA sequences to those from their classmates, from people around the world, and from ancient Neanderthal DNA, allowing them to observe evolution in a very personal way. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.
- 4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) An overview of human heredity, providing the tools needed to make informed decisions on a variety of health-related issues with information on disease, medical technology, genetic engineering and biotechnology, and environmental factors affecting human health. As part of the laboratory, each student isolates copies of a small portion of his or her own mitochondrial DNA. Students work with international DNA databases to compare their DNA sequences to those from their classmates, from people around the world, and from ancient Neanderthal DNA, allowing them to observe evolution in a very personal way. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.
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BIO103* NPS Living with the Environment
- 4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) A lecture/laboratory course designed for non-science majors. Principles of environmental relationships and how living organisms play a role in those relationships and respond to changes in their environment are emphasized. Current problems with pollution, hazardous wastes, energy and population growth are examined in relation to those environmental principles. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.
- 4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) A lecture/laboratory course designed for non-science majors. Principles of environmental relationships and how living organisms play a role in those relationships and respond to changes in their environment are emphasized. Current problems with pollution, hazardous wastes, energy and population growth are examined in relation to those environmental principles. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.
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BIO111 Introduction to Biological Sciences I
- 4.00 credits. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity and animal development. For Biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. This course fulfills one of the Natural and Physical Sciences Core requirements for Biology majors. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *This course may not be taken for credit after completing BIO 101 without permission of the Department Chair. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity and animal development. For Biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. This course fulfills one of the Natural and Physical Sciences Core requirements for Biology majors. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *This course may not be taken for credit after completing BIO 101 without permission of the Department Chair. Fall semester.
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BIO112 Introduction to Biological Sciences II
- 4.00 credits. The evolution and diversity of organisms is examined by comparing representative forms of the five kingdoms and viruses. Discussion of plant structure and function and ecological principles is included. For Biology majors or those taking additional biology courses. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 111 or permission of instructor. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. The evolution and diversity of organisms is examined by comparing representative forms of the five kingdoms and viruses. Discussion of plant structure and function and ecological principles is included. For Biology majors or those taking additional biology courses. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 111 or permission of instructor. Spring semester.
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BIO201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- 4.00 credits. The study of structure and function of the human integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems. Particular attention is given to structure and function as it relates to dysfunction and disease. Laboratory work involves dissection of a human cadaver. Enrollment limited to occupational therapy, music therapy and allied health majors. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 101 or 111, or permission of instructor. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. The study of structure and function of the human integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems. Particular attention is given to structure and function as it relates to dysfunction and disease. Laboratory work involves dissection of a human cadaver. Enrollment limited to occupational therapy, music therapy and allied health majors. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 101 or 111, or permission of instructor. Fall semester.
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BIO202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- 4.00 credits. A continuation of Biology 201. The study of structure and function of the human circulatory, respiratory, excretory, digestive and reproductive systems. Emphasis on these systems as they relate to homeostasis and disease. Laboratory work involves cat dissection and "hands-on" manipulation of instruments useful to the health profession student. Enrollment limited to occupational therapy, music therapy and allied health majors. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 201. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. A continuation of Biology 201. The study of structure and function of the human circulatory, respiratory, excretory, digestive and reproductive systems. Emphasis on these systems as they relate to homeostasis and disease. Laboratory work involves cat dissection and "hands-on" manipulation of instruments useful to the health profession student. Enrollment limited to occupational therapy, music therapy and allied health majors. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 201. Spring semester.
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BIO211 Genetics
- 4.00 credits. An integrated and comprehensive review of classical, neo-Mendelian principles of heredity and molecular biology. Laboratory work involves Drosophila crosses and basic techniques employed for molecular investigations. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 112 or permission of instructor. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. An integrated and comprehensive review of classical, neo-Mendelian principles of heredity and molecular biology. Laboratory work involves Drosophila crosses and basic techniques employed for molecular investigations. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 112 or permission of instructor. Fall semester.
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BIO212 Cell Biology
- 3.00 credits. Study of the cell from a molecular perspective and integrated approach. Morphological and physiological study of cells, cell mechanisms, and cell organelles are explained through understanding the interaction of biological molecules. Laboratory involves qualitative and quantitative investigations of cellular and molecular construction of enzymatic pathways through various extraction and analysis techniques. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 211 or permission of instructor. Spring semester.
- 3.00 credits. Study of the cell from a molecular perspective and integrated approach. Morphological and physiological study of cells, cell mechanisms, and cell organelles are explained through understanding the interaction of biological molecules. Laboratory involves qualitative and quantitative investigations of cellular and molecular construction of enzymatic pathways through various extraction and analysis techniques. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 211 or permission of instructor. Spring semester.
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BIO212L Cell Biology Laboratory
- 1.00 credit. Required for the Biotechnology major. The laboratory exercises demonstrate many of the important cell biology principles covered in the lecture course (Biology 212). Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
- 1.00 credit. Required for the Biotechnology major. The laboratory exercises demonstrate many of the important cell biology principles covered in the lecture course (Biology 212). Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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BIO235 General Microbiology
- 4.00 credits. A study of the morphological, physiological and ecological characteristics of bacteria, as well as disease transmission and principles of control. A laboratory gives practice in the isolation and identification of bacteria. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. *Prerequisites: BIO 112 and CH 105 or 114, or permission of instructor. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. A study of the morphological, physiological and ecological characteristics of bacteria, as well as disease transmission and principles of control. A laboratory gives practice in the isolation and identification of bacteria. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. *Prerequisites: BIO 112 and CH 105 or 114, or permission of instructor. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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BIO310 Molecular Biology
- 3.00 credits. An upper-level course stressing study of current developments in molecular biology. Particular emphasis will be placed upon the theory of investigative molecular techniques. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 111. Fall semester.
- 3.00 credits. An upper-level course stressing study of current developments in molecular biology. Particular emphasis will be placed upon the theory of investigative molecular techniques. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 111. Fall semester.
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BIO310L Molecular Biology Laboratory
- 1.00 credit. The molecular biology laboratory experiments offer hands-on experience with the modern techniques of molecular biology. Students become proficient in the techniques of cloning, agarose gel electrophoresis, polymerase chain reaction and DNA mutagenesis. Laboratory report writing skills are emphasized. *Prerequisite: BIO 111. Corequisite: BIO 310. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
- 1.00 credit. The molecular biology laboratory experiments offer hands-on experience with the modern techniques of molecular biology. Students become proficient in the techniques of cloning, agarose gel electrophoresis, polymerase chain reaction and DNA mutagenesis. Laboratory report writing skills are emphasized. *Prerequisite: BIO 111. Corequisite: BIO 310. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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BIO311 Experimental Design in Cell Biology
- 4.00 credits. A practical and theoretical examination of current techniques employed to study cellular biology. Proficiencies in experimental design, data collection, data analysis, and critical review of current literature are developed. Mammalian and plant tissue culture techniques, immunohistochemistry, ELISA, polyacrylamide and capillary electrophoresis, western analysis, and cellular apoptosis assessed by electron microscopy are emphasized. *Prerequisites: 15 credit hours of biology, including BIO 212, and eight credit hours of chemistry. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. A practical and theoretical examination of current techniques employed to study cellular biology. Proficiencies in experimental design, data collection, data analysis, and critical review of current literature are developed. Mammalian and plant tissue culture techniques, immunohistochemistry, ELISA, polyacrylamide and capillary electrophoresis, western analysis, and cellular apoptosis assessed by electron microscopy are emphasized. *Prerequisites: 15 credit hours of biology, including BIO 212, and eight credit hours of chemistry. Fall semester.
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BIO313 General Ecology
- 3.00 credits. The relationships between plants, animals and their environment are investigated with regard to energy flow, mineral cycling, physical and chemical parameters, population changes and community structure. Hours: 3. *Prerequisites: 16 credit hours of biology or permission of instructor. Fall semester.
- 3.00 credits. The relationships between plants, animals and their environment are investigated with regard to energy flow, mineral cycling, physical and chemical parameters, population changes and community structure. Hours: 3. *Prerequisites: 16 credit hours of biology or permission of instructor. Fall semester.
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BIO313L General Ecology Laboratory
- 1.00 credit. Use of techniques and instrumentation for aquatic and terrestrial field studies, experimentation in such areas as population growth, competition, productivity and mineral cycling. Hours: 4. *Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 313. Fall semester.
- 1.00 credit. Use of techniques and instrumentation for aquatic and terrestrial field studies, experimentation in such areas as population growth, competition, productivity and mineral cycling. Hours: 4. *Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 313. Fall semester.
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BIO317 Aquatic Ecology
- 4.00 credits. The study of physical, chemical and biological relationships in aquatic ecosystems as they relate to the survival and growth of organisms. The course will include laboratory and field experimentation using local aquatic ecosystems. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. *Prerequisites: 15 credit hours of biology and eight credit hours of chemistry. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. The study of physical, chemical and biological relationships in aquatic ecosystems as they relate to the survival and growth of organisms. The course will include laboratory and field experimentation using local aquatic ecosystems. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. *Prerequisites: 15 credit hours of biology and eight credit hours of chemistry. Fall semester.
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BIO318 Marine Biology
- 3.00 credits. A study of the chemical and physical characteristics of marine ecosystems and the functional adaptations of marine organisms to those systems. Representative marine communities including rocky intertidal and coral reefs are examined in detail. The impacts of humans on marine environments also are discussed. Hours: 3. *Prerequisites: eight credit hours of biology and four credit hours of chemistry. Spring semester, alternate years.
- 3.00 credits. A study of the chemical and physical characteristics of marine ecosystems and the functional adaptations of marine organisms to those systems. Representative marine communities including rocky intertidal and coral reefs are examined in detail. The impacts of humans on marine environments also are discussed. Hours: 3. *Prerequisites: eight credit hours of biology and four credit hours of chemistry. Spring semester, alternate years.
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BIO322 Immunology
- 3.00 credits. A basic course encompassing immunity, serology, immunochemistry and immunobiology. Considered are antigenic specificity, humoral and cellular effector mechanisms, hypersensitivities, immunogenetics, tolerance and enhancement, tissue and tumor immunity, as well as recent methodological advances. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 112 or permission of instructor. Spring semester.
- 3.00 credits. A basic course encompassing immunity, serology, immunochemistry and immunobiology. Considered are antigenic specificity, humoral and cellular effector mechanisms, hypersensitivities, immunogenetics, tolerance and enhancement, tissue and tumor immunity, as well as recent methodological advances. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 112 or permission of instructor. Spring semester.
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BIO322L Immunology Laboratory
- 1.00 credit. The immunology laboratory experiments demonstrate many of the research methods currently utilized for studying immunology. This includes ELISA, flow cytometry, cell culture and cellular cytotoxicity assays. Emphasis is place upon assessing cellular and humoral effector mechanisms in vivo experimentation. *Prerequisite: BIO 112 or permission of the instructor and corequisite: BIO 322. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
- 1.00 credit. The immunology laboratory experiments demonstrate many of the research methods currently utilized for studying immunology. This includes ELISA, flow cytometry, cell culture and cellular cytotoxicity assays. Emphasis is place upon assessing cellular and humoral effector mechanisms in vivo experimentation. *Prerequisite: BIO 112 or permission of the instructor and corequisite: BIO 322. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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BIO324 General Physiology
- 3.00 credits. A functional study of vertebrate organs and organ systems. Attention focused on similarities and specialization in relation to function, with emphasis on functional adaptations to the environment. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 112 or permission of instructor. Spring semester.
- 3.00 credits. A functional study of vertebrate organs and organ systems. Attention focused on similarities and specialization in relation to function, with emphasis on functional adaptations to the environment. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 112 or permission of instructor. Spring semester.
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BIO324L General Physiology Laboratory
- 1.00 credit. An investigation of selected physiological mechanisms, employing spectrophotometers, datagraphs, spirometers, oscilloscopes, electrocardiographs, electrophoresis and animal surgical techniques. Hours: 4. *Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 324. Spring semester.
- 1.00 credit. An investigation of selected physiological mechanisms, employing spectrophotometers, datagraphs, spirometers, oscilloscopes, electrocardiographs, electrophoresis and animal surgical techniques. Hours: 4. *Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 324. Spring semester.
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BIO331 Comparative Plant Morphology
- 4.00 credits. A comparative study of the plant kingdom with emphasis upon the various levels of organization, structure and the development and relationships of the major plant groups. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. *Prerequisite: BIO 112. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. A comparative study of the plant kingdom with emphasis upon the various levels of organization, structure and the development and relationships of the major plant groups. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. *Prerequisite: BIO 112. Fall semester.
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BIO332 Taxonomy of Vascular Plants
- 4.00 credits. Examination of family characteristics useful in plant identification, using live material and transparencies. Taxonomic principles and distribution of plants discussed. Plant collection and some Saturday trips required. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. *Prerequisite: BIO 112. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. Examination of family characteristics useful in plant identification, using live material and transparencies. Taxonomic principles and distribution of plants discussed. Plant collection and some Saturday trips required. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. *Prerequisite: BIO 112. Spring semester.
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BIO335 Microbial Ecology and Diversity
- 4.00 credits. An intensive look at the physiology of microorganisms and how microbial metabolism plays a role in the cycling of nutrients in nature. Students will be exposed to the techniques commonly used to study microorganisms in their natural environment. The concepts of using microorganisms for bioremediation also will be discussed. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. *Prerequisite: BIO 235 or permission of instructor. Fall semester, alternate years.
- 4.00 credits. An intensive look at the physiology of microorganisms and how microbial metabolism plays a role in the cycling of nutrients in nature. Students will be exposed to the techniques commonly used to study microorganisms in their natural environment. The concepts of using microorganisms for bioremediation also will be discussed. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. *Prerequisite: BIO 235 or permission of instructor. Fall semester, alternate years.
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BIO336 Pathogenic Microbiology
- 3.00 credits. An intensive study of the disease-causing microorganisms of humans. General epidemiology and cellular processes of pathogenesis of bacteria and viruses will be examined. The human immune system also will be covered in context of how bacteria and viruses subvert host defenses to infect, survive and grow in the host. Hours: lecture 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 235 or permission of instructor. Fall semester.
- 3.00 credits. An intensive study of the disease-causing microorganisms of humans. General epidemiology and cellular processes of pathogenesis of bacteria and viruses will be examined. The human immune system also will be covered in context of how bacteria and viruses subvert host defenses to infect, survive and grow in the host. Hours: lecture 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 235 or permission of instructor. Fall semester.
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BIO336L Pathogenic Microbiology Lab
- 1.00 credit. Experience with a variety of techniques important in the study of pathogenesis will be covered in this course, including microbial culture techniques, extraction of DNA, PCR, cloning and use of sequence databases and DNA analysis programs to identify functional genes. This course will be used to teach research as a process and involves the development of a research proposal. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 235 and prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 336. Fall semester.
- 1.00 credit. Experience with a variety of techniques important in the study of pathogenesis will be covered in this course, including microbial culture techniques, extraction of DNA, PCR, cloning and use of sequence databases and DNA analysis programs to identify functional genes. This course will be used to teach research as a process and involves the development of a research proposal. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 235 and prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 336. Fall semester.
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BIO341 Comparative Anatomy
- 4.00 credits. A comparative and embryological study of morphology of selected representatives from the phylum chordata. Laboratory work involves dissection and demonstration of organisms from major chordate groups. Hours: lecture 2, laboratory 4. *Prerequisite: BIO 112. Fall semester.
- 4.00 credits. A comparative and embryological study of morphology of selected representatives from the phylum chordata. Laboratory work involves dissection and demonstration of organisms from major chordate groups. Hours: lecture 2, laboratory 4. *Prerequisite: BIO 112. Fall semester.
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BIO343 Histology and Biomedical Technology
- 4.00 credits. A basic microscopic study of vertebrate tissues. The laboratory includes biomedical techniques of paraffin sectioning, staining and slide preparation. Hours: lecture 2, laboratory 4. *Prerequisite: BIO 112. Spring semester.
- 4.00 credits. A basic microscopic study of vertebrate tissues. The laboratory includes biomedical techniques of paraffin sectioning, staining and slide preparation. Hours: lecture 2, laboratory 4. *Prerequisite: BIO 112. Spring semester.
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BIO347 Invertebrate Zoology
- 4.00 credits. A study of the evolution of invertebrate animals from simple to complex forms, structural and functional similarities and differences, and the evolutionary trends necessary for an understanding of basic adaptive features. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 112 or permission of instructor. Fall semester, alternate years.
- 4.00 credits. A study of the evolution of invertebrate animals from simple to complex forms, structural and functional similarities and differences, and the evolutionary trends necessary for an understanding of basic adaptive features. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 112 or permission of instructor. Fall semester, alternate years.
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BIO352 Developmental Biology
- 3.00 credits. A study of how differential gene expression, physical properties of cells, and signaling between cells contribute to development from a fertilized egg into a complex adult animal. Changes in development underlying evolutionary changes in animal form and effects of pollutants and other environmental factors on development are discussed. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 211. Fall semester, alternate years.
- 3.00 credits. A study of how differential gene expression, physical properties of cells, and signaling between cells contribute to development from a fertilized egg into a complex adult animal. Changes in development underlying evolutionary changes in animal form and effects of pollutants and other environmental factors on development are discussed. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 211. Fall semester, alternate years.
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BIO352L Developmental Biology Laboratory
- 1.00 credit. Techniques such as grafting tissue and staining with vital dyes and antibodies are used. Experiments address questions about cell-cell signaling, differentiation, evolution of gene families, regeneration, and effects of UV radiation and pesticides on early vertebrate development. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 352. Fall semester, alternate years.
- 1.00 credit. Techniques such as grafting tissue and staining with vital dyes and antibodies are used. Experiments address questions about cell-cell signaling, differentiation, evolution of gene families, regeneration, and effects of UV radiation and pesticides on early vertebrate development. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 352. Fall semester, alternate years.
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BIO354 Molecular Evolution
- 3.00 credits. Basic principles of evolutionary biology, together with their application to explain organismal properties at all levels, from DNA to behavior are covered, with emphasis on DNA and protein evolution. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 211. Fall semester, alternate years.
- 3.00 credits. Basic principles of evolutionary biology, together with their application to explain organismal properties at all levels, from DNA to behavior are covered, with emphasis on DNA and protein evolution. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 211. Fall semester, alternate years.
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BIO354L Molecular Evolution Laboratory
- 1.00 credit. Experience with a variety of techniques important in the study of evolution at the molecular level, including extraction of DNA and RNA from diverse tissue types, PCR, cloning, and use of sequence databases and DNA analysis programs to identify cloned sequence. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 211. Fall semester, alternate years.
- 1.00 credit. Experience with a variety of techniques important in the study of evolution at the molecular level, including extraction of DNA and RNA from diverse tissue types, PCR, cloning, and use of sequence databases and DNA analysis programs to identify cloned sequence. Hours: 3. *Prerequisite: BIO 211. Fall semester, alternate years.
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BIO362 Ecotoxicology
- 4.00 credits. The study of the fate and transport of toxic compounds in the environment. The toxicity of individual pollutants at the organismal, species, population and community levels is discussed. Risk assessment and risk management in ecological systems also are discussed. The course includes laboratory experimentation. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. *Prerequisites: 15 credit hours of biology and eight credit hours of chemistry. Spring semester, alternate years.
- 4.00 credits. The study of the fate and transport of toxic compounds in the environment. The toxicity of individual pollutants at the organismal, species, population and community levels is discussed. Risk assessment and risk management in ecological systems also are discussed. The course includes laboratory experimentation. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. *Prerequisites: 15 credit hours of biology and eight credit hours of chemistry. Spring semester, alternate years.
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BIO371 Special Topics in Biology
- Variable credit. Courses of a specialized nature reflecting the interests of students and instructor. Courses are offered on a random basis.
- Variable credit. Courses of a specialized nature reflecting the interests of students and instructor. Courses are offered on a random basis.
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BIO412 Seminar in Biology
- 1.00 credit. Students will read and discuss articles in the biological literature dealing with major advances in biology. A paper and oral presentation on a subject related to the discussion is required. *Prerequisite: senior standing. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
- 1.00 credit. Students will read and discuss articles in the biological literature dealing with major advances in biology. A paper and oral presentation on a subject related to the discussion is required. *Prerequisite: senior standing. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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BIO472 Internship in Environmental Science
- 3.00 credits. Work experience in an environmental science-related field, including environmental consulting and engineering firms, analytical laboratories and state agencies. Graded Pass/No Pass. *Prerequisite: at least junior standing. Register by Instructor.
- 3.00 credits. Work experience in an environmental science-related field, including environmental consulting and engineering firms, analytical laboratories and state agencies. Graded Pass/No Pass. *Prerequisite: at least junior standing. Register by Instructor.
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BIO474 Internship in Biological Sciences
- 3.00 credits. Work experience in a biological science-related field, including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, health care, analytical laboratories and state agencies. Graded Pass/No Pass. *Prerequisite: at least junior standing. Register by Instructor.
- 3.00 credits. Work experience in a biological science-related field, including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, health care, analytical laboratories and state agencies. Graded Pass/No Pass. *Prerequisite: at least junior standing. Register by Instructor.
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BIO480 Independent Study in Biology
- Variable credit. Opportunity for advanced students to engage in independent study on a topic of choice. *Prerequisite: approval of Department Chair and Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor.
- Variable credit. Opportunity for advanced students to engage in independent study on a topic of choice. *Prerequisite: approval of Department Chair and Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor.
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BIO491 Research in Biology
- Variable credit. An original research investigation planned and performed by students in consultation with faculty. A paper is written and major findings are presented orally to faculty and peers. Students must obtain permission of the professor who they wish to serve as their research mentor before enrolling in the course. Only one course may be used as a biology elective. Required for Honors in Biology. *Prerequisite: at least junior standing. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
- Variable credit. An original research investigation planned and performed by students in consultation with faculty. A paper is written and major findings are presented orally to faculty and peers. Students must obtain permission of the professor who they wish to serve as their research mentor before enrolling in the course. Only one course may be used as a biology elective. Required for Honors in Biology. *Prerequisite: at least junior standing. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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BIO492 Research in Biology
- Variable credit. An original research investigation planned and performed by students in consultation with faculty. Students must obtain permission of the professor who they wish to serve as their research mentor before enrolling in the course. A maximum of four credits of research may be used as a biology elective. One four-credit research experience is required for Honors in Biology. *Prerequisite: at least a junior standing. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
- Variable credit. An original research investigation planned and performed by students in consultation with faculty. Students must obtain permission of the professor who they wish to serve as their research mentor before enrolling in the course. A maximum of four credits of research may be used as a biology elective. One four-credit research experience is required for Honors in Biology. *Prerequisite: at least a junior standing. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
