Biology Dept Courses

An introductory course designed for NON-SCIENCE majors to fulfill the General Education Requirement in Science or as an elective. Topics addressed include cell structure and function, genetics (...

One three-hour laboratory period weekly, which investigates the topics covered in the lecture. Taken concurrently with BI 105.

An introductory course primarily for biology majors dealing with molecular, cellular, and organismal biology. The kingdoms of living organisms are surveyed. Topics in genetics, bioenergetics,...

One three-hour laboratory period weekly investigating concepts covered in the lecture material. Taken concurrently with the lecture course.

An introductory course primarily for biology majors dealing with molecular, cellular, and organismal biology. The kingdoms of living organisms are surveyed. Topics in genetics, bioenergetics,...

One three-hour laboratory period weekly investigating concepts covered in the lecture material. Taken concurrently with the lecture course.

A study of the natural environment from the perspective of biology, chemistry and physics including studies of ecosystems, energy, pollution and its consequences in a technological society....

One three-hour laboratory period weekly that includes the field study of ecosystems and stresses the scientific method applied to biological, chemical, and physical investigation. Taken...

A study of normal structure and function of major body systems primarily designed for students in nursing and health sciences; also includes content related to cellular biology and basic...

One three-hour laboratory period weekly. Includes laboratory experiences that investigate concepts presented in Human Anatomy and Physiology I. Must be taken concurrently with BI 204, Human...

A continuation of human Anatomy and Physiology I; furthers the study of normal structure and function of major body systems. Prerequisites: BI 204/5; must be taken concurrently with BI 207,...

One three hour laboratory period weekly. Includes laboratory experience that investigate concepts presented in BI 206, Human Anatomy and Physiology II. Prerequisites: BI 204/5; must be taken...

A study of the structure and function of the systems of the human body; designed for students in elementary education, psychology and to fulfill the General Education Requirement in Science.

Introductory microbiology that introduces basic concepts and applications of medical microbiology. Includes morphology, immunology and physiology of microorganisms. Designed for students in...

Introductory microbiology that introduces basic concepts and applications of medical microbiology. Includes morphology, immunology and physiology of microorganisms. Designed for students in...

One three-hour laboratory period weekly. Includes staining and culture techniques used for the identification of unknown microorganisms. Designed for students in nursing and the health sciences...

An introduction to eukaryotic cell morphology and function with special emphasis on membrane-bound organelles. Topics in macro-molecular synthesis and bioenergetics will also be covered....

This laboratory includes studies in cell morphology, growth of cell populations and assays for macromolecules and selected metabolic pathways. Taken concurrently with BI 270.

A study of mammalian anatomy and physiology with emphasis on how these two interrelated concepts contribute to homeostasis. Topics covered in part I include cells, tissues, and the skeletal,...

Laboratory studies will parallel the various systems covered in the lecture. The students will study these systems using dissections, 3-D models, computer simulations, microscope slides and...

A study of mammalian anatomy and physiology with emphasis on how these two interrelated concepts contribute to homeostasis. Topics covered in part I include cells, tissues, and the skeletal,...

Laboratory studies will parallel the various systems covered in the lecture. The students will study these systems using dissections, 3-D models, computer simulations, microscope slides and...

This course provides an overview of the science of ecology. Traditional topics of ecology such as energy flow, nutrient cycling, population growth and interactions and community dynamics are...

Topics will parallel those discussed in lecture. Laboratory focus will be on experiments that exemplify ecological concepts and on the methodology ecologists use to obtain information on...

The course will deal with the development, structure and function of plant tissues and organs. Primary emphasis will be placed on anatomical, morphological and physiological features of various...

The lab will examine the development, structure and function of plant tissues and organs. Primary emphasis will be placed on the plant structures. One three-hour laboratory weekly taken...

A study of the evidence, processes and paths of evolution. Areas of emphasis include gradualism, punctuated equilibrium, mass extinctions, endosymbiosis, molecular genetics and population...

A study of functional behavior of animals, such as mate choice, feeding, parental care, predation, communication and social behaviors. Discussions of journal articles dealing with current...

A study of the physiological responses to exercise as related to human performance limitations, training effects and health related benefits. The relationships between various organ systems,...

A study of major vertebrate groups emphasizing structure, function, and evolution. Variations on the vertebrate body plan and functional morphology of anatomical systems are used as a basis for...

Emphasis is on surveying and comparing the actual structures discussed in lecture. Organ and organ system similarities and differences are compared among the major vertebrate classes within the...

A study of the morphology, life history, host-parasite relationships, and control of protozoan, helminth, and arthropod parasites as well as the evolution of parasitism. Prerequisite: BI 110,...

One three-hour laboratory period weekly learning techniques of identifying parasites throughout the phases of their life cycles using living specimens, prepared slides, kodachromes and Internet...

A study of the chemical nature of the genetic material, Mendelian genetics, population genetics and current genetic research. Pre- or Co-requisite: BI 270

The morphology, nutrition, reproduction and growth of bacteria, fungi and viruses. Topics in medical and applied microbiology are also covered. Recommended prerequisite: BI 270 or CH 214 or...

Laboratory includes the methods of culture, various staining techniques and methods of identifying bacteria. One three-hour laboratory period weekly. Taken concurrently with BI 360.

A study of the interactions between microbes and their environment, the ecology of microorganisms, the dispersal of microbes into the environment and the effects of these microbes have on other...

Laboratory studies involve the practical applications of concepts learned in lecture. Some methods employed in this lab will include observing then organisms in their respective...

An interdisciplinary course dealing with physical, chemical and biological characteristics of lakes, rivers, reservoirs and wetlands. Prerequisite: one semester of introductory...

Application and investigation of the physical, chemical and biological aspects of aquatic habitats; provide training in basic limnological methods for data collection and analysis....

A comparative study of patterns (embryology) and process (genetic regulation) leading from fertilized egg to adult organism. Prerequisite: BI 270.

Laboratory studies including embryogenesis in chordates and invertebrates; organogenesis in vertebrates. One three-hour laboratory weekly. Taken concurrently with BI 420.

A comprehensive study of the fundamental principles and recent advances in immunology. Topics include the cellular and molecular control of the immune response, antibodies and immunogenetics,...

The morphology, anatomy, physiology, taxonomy, life histories, distribution and adaptations of birds. Prerequisites: BI 112.

Topics will include structural features, identification and classification of the different families of birds. The lab will include many off campus field trips. One three hour...

A systems approach to the study of the role hormones play in controlling and coordinating organ development and function. Prerequisites: BI 270 and CH 214. Recommended: BI/CH 305, 306.

Lecture covering critical topics in the proper design and execution of scientific research. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor(s).

Laboratory course covering application of research design, execution, data analysis and presentation. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor(s).

A systems approach to the study of the role hormones play in controlling and coordinating organ development and function. Prerequisites: BI 270 and CH 214. Recommended: BI/CH 305, 306.

An in-depth study of some current aspects of biology not covered in the required courses, including discussion of recent journal articles plus an oral presentation of student research papers.

An in-depth study of some current aspects of biology related to exercise science not covered in the required courses, including discussion of recent journal articles plus an oral...

An opportunity for qualified and capable students to do independent research in the life sciences. Hours and credits arranged with faculty advisor. Prerequisites: BI 465, BI 466 and...

An opportunity for qualified students to pursue independent literature surveys of topics in the biological sciences. Hours and credits arranged with faculty sponsor.