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Undergraduate Biological Sciences

2010 Spring Term

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BIOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS (GL)

BIOLOGY 120

A terminal course designed to introduce basic principles of life, such as structure and function, reproduction, evolution, diversity, and adaptation, leading to a broader understanding of man and his biological environment. Not applicable to biology emphases or minors. Three lectures and two hours of laboratory per week.

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INTRODUCTORY BIOLOGY I

BIOLOGY 141

An introduction to biology emphasizing the chemistry of life, the cell, metabolism, genetics, bacteria and protists. Three hours of lecture and one hour of discussion and two hours of laboratory per week. This course is prerequisite to all advanced courses in biology for majors and minors. Offered every term.

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INTRODUCTORY BIOLOGY II

BIOLOGY 142

An introduction to biology emphasizing evolution, animal physiology, ecology, fungal, plant and animal diversity. Dissections are required. Three hours of lecture, one hour of discussion and two hours of laboratory per week. This course is prerequisite to all advanced courses in biology for majors and minors. Offered every term.

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ECOLOGY AND SOCIETY

BIOLOGY 214

A study of basic ecological concepts and their application to the identification, understanding, and abatement of contemporary environmental problems. Special emphasis is given to those problems resulting from man and his activities. This course is accepted as a course in conservation required for teacher licensure in the sciences.

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SCIENCE OF FORENSIC ANALYSIS

BIOLOGY 225

This is an introduction to the "Science" of Forensic Sciences. Students will understand what forensic science is and more importantly what it is not. Students will develop an understanding of the forensic scientist's need for different lab skills from different fields of science and develop a "Forensic Mindset".

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INTRODUCTION TO GENETICS

BIOLOGY 251

An introduction to the general principles of inheritance; subjects included are basic transmission genetics, molecular genetics, genetic engineering, mutations, and population genetics. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Offered every semester.

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INTRODUCTION TO CELL BIOLOGY

BIOLOGY 253

Introduction to the chemical and physical bases of life; bacterial and eukaryotic cell structure and function; cellular respiration; photosynthesis; and molecular biology. Three hours of lecture per week. Offered every semester.

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BIOTECHNOLOGY LABORATORY METHODS I

BIOLOGY 254

Introduction to theory and practice in modern molecular biology labs, including principles of nucleic acid isolation/quantitation/manipulation, photometry, centrifugation, electrophoresis, and assay methods. Exercises include basic lab methods and techniques, DNA analysis including cloning, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) restriction digests and RNA analysis. Three hours laboratory per week.

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INTRODUCTION TO ECOLOGY

BIOLOGY 257

A survey of ecosystems and animal and plant populations and communities. Topics include review of the Earth's major biomes and the physical factors that influence them, the ecology and evolution of populations, the nature of biotic communities, the structure and function of ecosystems, and the status and protection of biodiversity. Three hours of lecture per week. Optional field trip. Offered every semester.

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INTRODUCTION TO BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE

BIOLOGY 301

A survey of the biological and physiological bases of human and animal behavior, with particular attention to the following: Basic principles of the anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry of the nervous system; sensory and motor systems; sleep; circadian rhythms; sexual behavior; emotion and stress; motivation; learning, memory, and language; neurological disorders; psychopathology.

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PLANNING AND PRESENTING BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH

BIOLOGY 303

Students will learn fundamentals of hypothesis formation and testing, experimental design, and to evaluate research methodologies published in the biological literature. Students will write about their own research, and become familiar with the standards for publication of research results. Critical analysis of quantitative methods in biology. Recommended for the Ecology and Field Biology emphasis; strongly encouraged for Cell Biology and Physiology emphasis.

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DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY

BIOLOGY 341

Explores the processes of embryonic development in plants and animals, emphasizing the experimental basis of contemporary knowledge in embryogenesis, morphogenesis, and in cell and tissue differentiation. The laboratory illustrates principles and processes in early development and includes the use of basic microscopy and imaging techniques to study embryonic processes. Skills in observation, experimental design, and data presentation will be developed.

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ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY

BIOLOGY 345

A study of the functional mechanisms that underlie the life processes in animals. Six hours of laboratory and lecture per week.

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PLANT TAXONOMY

BIOLOGY 353

The principles of plant classification and identification, with emphasis on flowering plants of this region. Lectures, laboratories and field trips.

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HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I

BIOLOGY 361

A study of the structure and function of the human body at the level of organs and systems. This course covers the following topics: Anatomical Structure, Basic Histology, Bones, Muscles, and Nervous System. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.

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HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II

BIOLOGY 362

A study of the structure and function of the human body at the level of organs and systems. This is the second term course of a two term sequence. This course represents coverage of the following topics: Endocrinology, Circulatory System, Cardiac System, Lymphatic System, Respiration, Digestion and Metabolism, Renal, and Reproduction and Development. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.

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MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

BIOLOGY 363

Discussion of modern molecular methods and approaches used in cellular and genomic analysis of prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Special emphasis will be given to high throughput genomic analysis tools and molecular approaches targeted towards understanding of basic cellular mechanisms, processes involved in the regulation of gene expression, gene evolution, and host pathogen interactions in plants, animals and humans. Three hours of lecture per week. 3 credits, lecture only course. Offered spring terms.

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BIOTECHNOLOGY LABORATORY METHODS II

BIOLOGY 364

Advanced theory, techniques, and practices employed in modern molecular/cell biology labs. Concepts/techniques covered will include advanced lab and instrumentation skills, advanced microscopy, eukaryotic cell culture, protein analytical methods, and application of bioinformatics methodology. Three hous of laboratory per week.

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INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY

BIOLOGY 375

A comprehensive study of the structure, physiology, natural history and significance of the major groups of invertebrate animals. Five hours of laboratory and lecture per week.

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BIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM

BIOLOGY 390

Lecturer on current research and career opportunities in biology through the colloquium format. Required of Biology majors offered on a satisfactory/no credit basis every semester. May not be taken concurrently with Senior Biology Colloquium.

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SENIOR BIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM

BIOLOGY 400

Continuation of Biological Sciences 630-390. Lectures on current research and career opportunities in biology through the colloquium format. Required of Biology majors. Offered on a satisfactory/no credit basis only. Offered every semester. May not be taken concurrently with BIOLOGY 390.

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ENDOCRINOLOGY

BIOLOGY 415

A study of the hormonal regulation of metabolism, growth and reproduction. This course is a survey of endocrine and neuroendocrine mechanisms in humans and higher vertebrates.Two hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory per week. Offered during the spring of odd years.

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ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY

BIOLOGY 442

This course is an introduction to environmental toxicology that focuses on sources, transport, fate, accumulation, and toxicity of contaminants. Principles of toxicity testing and analysis of effects at different levels of biological organization (molecular to ecosystem) are covered. Information on select classes of contaminants, including emerging contaminants of concern are presented.

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ORGANIC EVOLUTION

BIOLOGY 446

History of evolutionary thought, evidences of evolution and analysis of evolutionary mechanisms and processes.

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BIOCHEMISTRY

BIOLOGY 456

An introduction to the chemistry of biological systems. The chemistry of the major compounds of living organisms, e.g., proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids, are studied. Intermediary metabolism and biological control are emphasized. The course meets for 3 lectures and 1 laboratory session a week.

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LABORATORY TEACHING EXPERIENCE

BIOLOGY 492

This course provides teaching experience at the college level for undergraduate students. Undergraduate teaching experience students will assist faculty members in preparing, delivering, and tearing down laboratory or discussion section instructional units in biology courses, conducting review sessions, and tutoring students under the direct supervision of a faculty mentor. S/NC only.

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INTERNSHIP IN BIOLOGY

BIOLOGY 493

Variable topics.

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SPECIAL STUDIES

BIOLOGY 496

Variable topics. Group activity. Not offered regularly in the curriculum but offered on topics selected on the basis of timeliness, need, and interest, and generally in the format of regularly scheduled Catalog offerings. Repeatable for a maximum of 3 credits in major.

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EXCHANGE STUDY

BIOLOGY 497

Variable topics.

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INDEPENDENT STUDY

BIOLOGY 498

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits in major. One hour of discussion weekly plus laboratory hours by arrangement with instructor.

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INDEPENDENT STUDY - UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

BIOLOGY 498R

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. One hour of discussion plus laboratory hours by arrangement with instructor. Repeatable.

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BIOLOGY THESIS

BIOLOGY 499

A substantial research project written as a thesis. Two credits are taken in the first semester and three in the second semester. A proposal must be submitted at the midpoint of the first term and an oral defense takes place at the end of the second term. Thesis students must participate in BIOLOGY 498 discussions. Available only for senior students in Biology Honors Emphasis.