Corequisite(s): BIO 111L. This course is one of two introductory general biology courses. Topics include the origin of life, the cellular level of organization, the chemical/physical basis of life, genetics, and the molecular biology of gene expression.
This course presents selected topics in biology. Topics may include evolution, biomechanics (e.g. flight), emerging diseases (e.g. AIDS, Ebola virus), history of biological science, antibiotic resistant pathogens, cancer, nutrition, biotechnology and human affairs, etc. As topics change, this course may be repeated for credit. Science majors may not enroll in this course without the consent of the Instructor.
Corequisite(s): BIO 121L. This course is one of two introductory general biology courses. Topics will include the evolution, diversity, development, reproduction, physiology, ecology, and behavior of living organisms. Laboratory work will include naturalistic observation as well as experimentation and will emphasize the analysis, organization, and presentation of data.
Corequisite(s): BIO 200L. This course describes the structure, physiology and culture of bacteria and related organisms, their importance in nature and their relationship to human problems of food preservation, sanitation, disease, and immunity.
Corequisite(s): BIO 205L. Prerequisite(s): High School Biology. This course is a study of the organization of the human body, and the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, muscular, and circulatory (heart and circulation) systems. It is the first part of a two part sequence. The laboratory experience will include study of mammalian anatomy.
Corequisite(s): BIO 206L. Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 or BIO 121. This course is a study of the structure and physiology of the human circulatory (hematology), respiratory, nervous, "special senses," digestive, urinary, endocrine, reproductive, and integumentary systems. General information on cells and tissues will be presented. It is the second part of a two-part sequence. The laboratory experience will include experiments in physiology.
Corequisite(s): BIO 213L. Prerequisite(s): BIO 111 or BIO 200. This course is an in-depth treatment of nucleic acid metabolism and cellular architecture. The lecture emphasizes the relationships between structure and function at the cellular level, while the laboratory component highlights recent developments in recombinant DNA technology.
Corequisite(s): BIO 309L. Prerequisite(s): BIO 213A and MTH 200. This course introduces the student to the fundamental principles of mendelian, population, and molecular genetics. The biochemistry of genetic material, the physical basis of inheritance as well as the mode of expression of genetic material in individuals and populations will be covered. Laboratory experiments with statistics will demonstrate the principle of molecular, mendelian, and population genetics.
Prerequisite: BIO 213. This courses is an introduction to the rapidly expanding field of immunology covering such topics as the immune response, (cellular and humoral) immunoglobulins, antigen-antibody reactions, immunohematology complement and cytotoxicity, immunopathology (hypersensitivity and autoimmune diseases), transplantation and oncoimmunology.
Corequisite(s): BIO 320L. Prerequisite(s): BIO 111 or BIO 121; and MTH 200. This course is a study of the relationships between animals and plants and their environment. Population growth and species interactions, organization of biological communities, ecosystem structure and function (energy flow and biogeochemical cycles) will be discussed. Current examples ("case studies") of environmental problems will be examined to show the real application of basic ecological principles. Laboratory consists of experimental and descriptive laboratories with experience in field techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 301; CHM 302, 303, and 304 are strongly recommended. The course presents proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates from the perspective of organic functional group chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, and biochemistry. The acid-base properties, kinetics, thermodynamics and reactions of these biomolecules will be covered. Structure correlated to function will be an integral component of the discussion. The course consists of lecture and recitation. (Also CHM 401)
Prerequisite(s): BIO 213. This course covers the biochemistry of the nucleic acids and proteins. Topics include DNA replication, transcription, translation, gene regulation, and protein function. The overall regulation of metabolic pathways will also be addressed. (Also CHM 402)
Prerequisite(s): BIO 213. The course covers basic techniques for the extraction, purification, and characterization of DNA, RNA, and protein molecules. (Also CHM 405)
Prerequisite(s): WRT 107, or WRT 108, or WRT 109; and five Biology courses. Restriction(s): Biology major with Junior/Senior level standing. The seminar is designed to bring upperclassmen in all biology concentrations together so that they can discuss the major principles of this discipline. The preparation of a literature research paper and its oral presentation develop the ability to critically assess the research literature, expose students to subject areas not encountered in previous courses, develop communication skills, and serve as a basis for continued learning in individual students' particular areas of interest.