Biology (BIO)

Study of the general principles and problems of biology, with special emphasis on the human organism, including anatomy, physiology, growth, reproduction, and inheritance. The evolution and diversity among living things are discussed from an ecological perspective.

Study of the general principles and problems of biology, with special emphasis on the human organism, including anatomy, physiology, growth, reproduction, and inheritance. The evolution and diversity among living things are discussed from an ecological perspective.

Practical approach to understanding the nature of science. The exercises on cells, tissues, and organ systems are designed to help students understand the human systems.

Survey of the structure and function of the human body and the human life cycle with particular focus on reproduction, growth, and development.

Laboratory includes dissection of preserved animals/structures, models and microscopic observations, slide/videotapes, computer-simulated dissections and experiments, and hands-on experiments.

Survey of basic concepts and principles withemphasis at the molecular and cellular levels ofbiological systems. Includes contemporarygenetics, metabolism, and organ systems ofrepresentative plants and animals.

Survey of basic concepts and principles with emphasis at the molecular and cellular levels of biological systems. Includes contemporary genetics, metabolism, and organ systems of representative plants and animals.

Survey of basic concepts and principles with emphasis at the molecular and cellular levels of biological systems. Includes contemporary genetics, metabolism, and organ systems of representative plants and animals.

The course is a comprehensive survey of basic biological concepts and principles with emphasis at the organismal level of biological systems. While kingdom organisms are included, plant/animal structure and function, human anatomy/physiology (human organ systems), and ecosystems are also emphasized.

The second part of an introductory laboratory course for science majors, designed as a hands-on study of the organismal level of biological systems. Experimental topics in the course include the structure and function of prokaryotes, plants, and animals. The scientific method is emphasized as students collect, analyze, and discuss data relevance to each topic.

General survey of microorganisms that cause human diseases. The mechanisms of body defense and immunity to infectious agents are discussed.

Study of culture methods, microscopic sterilization, and aseptic techniques.

One-year course consisting of an integrated study of the structure and function of the human body. BIO 165 is a lecture series on cells through the four major tissues.

Emphasis on teaching aids such as computed managed instructions and hands-on experience with animal tissues.

One-year course consisting of an integrated study of the structure and function of the human body. BIO 166 presents lecture topics on the structure and function of organs and organ systems. (Must be taken in sequence with BIO 165.)

Emphasis on teaching aids such as computed managed instructions and hands-on experience with animal tissues.

Biological concepts of animal life, including morphology, taxonomy, life histories, reproduction and distribution.

Biological concepts of animal life, including morphology, taxonomy, life histories, reproduction, and distribution.

Introductory study of the basic principles of botany, including comparative studies on morphology, physiology, genetics, ecology, and economic uses of major plants.

Introductory study of the basic principles of botany, including comparative studies on morphology, physiology, genetics, ecology, and economic uses of major plants.

Study of the mechanics of development, including the origin of gametes, fertilization, organogenesis, and morphogenesis of early development of the frog, chick, pig, and man.

Laboratory study of the mechanics of development including the origin of gametes, fertilization organogenesis, and morphogenesis of early development of the frog, chick, pig, and man.

Study of the principles of development exemplified by experimental studies in model organisms, including invertebrates, vertebrates, and plants. Examines common themes pre-birth, and continued development and regeneration post-birth.

Laboratory study of the principles of development, using experimental studies in model organisms, including invertebrates, vertebrates, and plants, to examine embryonic, post-embryonic and regenerative processes.

Study of the classification, morphology, and anatomy of vertebrates, including the functions of their organs and organ systems.

Study of the classification, morphology, and anatomy of vertebrates, including the functions of their organs and organ systems.

Composition and distribution of biotic communities, emphasizing interrelationships of organisms and their physical environment with application to current environmental problems.

Composition and distribution of biotic communities emphasizing interrelationships of organisms and their physical environment with application to current environmental problems.

Study of the basic structure of organs and organ systems of the body.

Study of the basic structure of organs and organ systems of the body.

Study of the basic structure of organs and organ systems of the body.

Study of intracellular mechanisms and the influence of such processes on the cell and its extracellular environment.

Study of intracellular mechanisms and the influence of such processes on the cell and its extracellular environment.

Study of intracellular mechanisms and the influence of such processes on the cell and its extracellular environment.

Introduction to microbes, including bacteria, molds, yeasts, and viruses. Investigation of fundamental concepts of microorganisms, including nutrition, ecology, and physiology; principles of sterilization and methods of control of microorganisms; and their economic importance.

Introduction to microbes, including bacteria, molds, yeasts, and viruses. Investigation of fundamental concepts of microorganisms, including nutrition, ecology, and physiology; principles of sterilization and methods of control of microorganisms; and their economic importance.

Introduction to the study of the normal physiology of various systems of the human body and how alterations in structure and function can initiate the onset of disease. Inherent in this course is a study of the adaptive capacity of the human body.

Study of symbiotic relationships between representatives that are dependent upon a symbiont and the clinical and pathological implications inherent in such a relationship.

Inquiry-based application of the clinical and pathological implications of inherent relationships established between symbionts.

Introductory course dealing with the principles of heredity and variation in plants and animals, including man.

Introductory genetic labs are designed to provide exercises that deal with the principles of heredity and variation in plants and animals, including man.

Study of the structure and properties of cells, the cellular relationships to the main type of tissues and histology of organs; the principles and methods of preparation of plant and animal tissues; and some techniques in histochemistry.

Study of the structure and properties of cells; the cellular relationships to the main type of tissues and histology of organs; the principles and methods of preparation of plant and animal tissues; and some techniques in histochemistry.

Consideration of current research and development in biology, including reviews, reports, and discussions of investigations reported in scientific journals.

Discusses fundamental principles and properties of physiological processes common to animals.

Demonstrates fundamental principles and properties of physiological processes common to animals.

Consideration of the physicochemical factors involved in plant growth with special emphasis on synthesis, water economy, transpiration, energy transfers, mineral nutrition, regulation, and the red, far-red reactions of phytochrome of seed plants.

Consideration of the physicochemical factors involved in plant growth with special emphasis on synthesis, water economy, transpiration, energy transfers, mineral nutrition, regulation, and the red, far-red reactions of phytochrome of seed plants.

Consideration of the physicochemical factors involved in plant growth with special emphasis on synthesis, water economy, transpiration, energy transfers, mineral nutrition, regulation, and the red, far-red reactions of phytochrome of seed plants.

Biochemical analysis of cellular function and consideration of the implications of the properties of cells, including the cell and its organization, protein structure and specificity; biochemistry of lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids; regulation of cell metabolism; cellular basis of hormone action; and biochemical aspects of synthesis.

Designed to analyze biochemical properties of protein structure and specificity; biochemistry of lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids; regulation of cell metabolism; cellular basis of hormone action; and biochemical aspects of synthesis.

Introduction to the basic techniques in Recombinant DNA which encompasses the principles and practical aspects of molecular techniques through discussions, demonstrations, and hands-on experience.

Introduction to the basic techniques in Recombinant DNA which encompasses the principles and practical aspects of molecular techniques through discussions, demonstrations, and hands-on experience, covering isolation of DNA, restriction of endonuclease digestion, gel-electrophoresis, nick translation, southern and northern blots, and DNA sequencing.

General properties of immune responses; cells and tissues of immune system; lymphocyte activation and specificity; effector mechanisms; immunity to microbes; immunodeficiency and AIDS; autoimmune diseases; transplantation.

Introduction to statistical methods of health sciences. The principles underlying basic methods of statistical analysis are examined, including elementary concepts of probability, descriptive statistics, and statistical estimation and testing.

Introduction to statistical methods of health sciences. The principles underlying basic methods of statistical analysis are examined, including elementary concepts of probability, descriptive statistics, and statistical estimation and testing.

Introduction to independent experimental work under the guidance of faculty members. Provisions for honors and undergraduate research participation projects and investigations.

Study of the basic protocols currently employed in the initiation and maintenance of cell lines for in vitro studies, including cell structure, cell types and tissues, behavior of cells in culture, and environmental factors that modulate cell growth.