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3.00 Credits
A course in which the techniques of cell fractionation and biochemical analyses are applied to the eukaryotic cell. Prerequisite: BIO 409 or concurrently. Cr 2.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a continuation of BIO 311. The course begins with an examination of microbial evolution and biodiversity. It then explores the interactions of microorganisms in populations and within communities, and their interactions with other organisms and the environment, including an examination of physiological adaptations and biogeochemical cycles. Prerequisite: grade of C- or higher in BIO 281 or BIO 311 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Cr 3.
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3.00 Credits
This is the companion lab course to BIO 415, designed as a hands-on project lab to introduce students to a variety of methods used in microbial ecology. There will be a field component, lab component, and written component to the projects that will be completed during the semester. Microscopic, cell culture, and molecular methods will be employed. Prerequisites: grade of C- or higher in BIO 415 (or equivalent) or concurrent enrollment, or permission of instructor. Cr 2.
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3.00 Credits
This course surveys major issues that motivate current research in evolutionary biology, providing an historical analysis of areas of controversy and alternative points of view within the field. The course is based on selected readings in the theoretical and experimental literature of the field, from primary and classical sources. Prerequisites: grades of C- or higher in BIO 201 and BIO 217; or permission of instructor. Cr 3.
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3.00 Credits
Weekly oral reports and discussions by students and staff on biological topics of current interest. Prerequisite: 16 hours of biology or permission of instructor. May be repeated. Cr 1 or 2.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the fundamentals of immunology, especially as they relate to human diseases. Topics include history of immunology, basic elements of immune systems, principles of natural and acquired immunity, cellular and molecular basis of B cell and T cell development and diversity, and clinical aspects of immunology. Prerequisites: CHY 105 or CHY115, junior standing, and grade of C- or higher in either BIO 109 or BIO 211; or permission of instructor. Cr 3.
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3.00 Credits
Independent library or laboratory studies on a special topic as mutually arranged by instructor and student. Prerequisite: by arrangement. Credit arranged.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an integrated, comprehensive overview of the way a business operates and what it takes to manage one. It introduces students to the basic, interdisciplinary knowledge used to run a business—such as finance, marketing, and management—by giving students an extended opportunity to manage a business in a simulated business environment. Students also get experience with, and enhance their ability to work in, self-managed teams. The course is strongly recommended as a first business course for all first-year students who are, or are considering, a major or minor in the School of Business. The course is designed, in part, to acclimate the recent high school graduate to USM. It is open to all University students, except those with more than 23 credits or credit for an introductory business course such as BUS 200. Cr 3.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the dynamics of consumption. Emphasis is placed on cultural, sociological, and psychological forces affecting consumers. Other topics: consumer decision making, materialism in society, marketing, and consumer research. Prerequisites: English 100C or 101C or concurrent. Students with credit for BUS 365 may not enroll. When taken by School of Business majors, this course gives general elective credit. Cr 3.
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3.00 Credits
Primary emphasis is to teach students how to become more knowledgeable and independent over money matters. Topics such as obtaining financial aid, managing student loans, career and education planning, budgeting, credit cards, stock market investing, real estate and insurance will be covered. Upon completing the course, students will be on their way to making better money decisions. This course is open to all USM students. When taken by business or accounting majors, this course will give general elective credit. Cr 3.
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