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3.00 Credits
Molecular evolution encompasses two basic areas: 1 ) the study of the rates and patterns of change that occur in DNA and proteins over evolutionary time, and 2) the study of the evolutionary history of genes and organisms. In this course we will examine these two broad areas by focusing on gene structure and mutation, population genetics, change in nucleotide sequences, molecular systematics, and evolution by genome organization. Laboratory will reflect topics covered in lecture; students will become skilled in molecular methods, such as DNA sequencing, and various computational methods for analyzing molecular data (for example, PAUP, Maclade, etc.). Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 271.
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2.00 - 4.00 Credits
An investigation of a specialized area of biology not normally covered in the biology curriculum. Topics will be selected by the biology faculty according to student interest. Students are encouraged to suggest topics for this course. May be repeated for credit if the topic is not repetitive. Lecture, or lecture and laboratory. Taught according to student demand and staff availability.
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3.00 Credits
Supervised experience in organizing, preparing, and teaching biology laboratories. Students are assigned to a specific biology course and will assist the instructor in one laboratory section each week. Grade evaluation will be based on attendance, preparation, teaching ability and specific tasks assigned by the instructor, such as designing a demonstration or experiment to illustrate a biological principle. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Students must be 3rd- or 4th-year biology or natural science majors and/or must obtain consent of the instructor.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
The project, which may take many forms, draws on and extends knowledge, skills of analysis, and creative achievement developed through previous academic work. In consultation with a faculty mentor, the student initiates the project, identifies an area to be explored, and proposes a method of inquiry appropriate to the topic. Although the project may be within this discipline, across disciplines, or in established cross-disciplinary studies programs, students will be responsible for proposing a project that can gain the approval and support of the biology program and faculty. The project should include a reflection on the body of literature, or the conceptual framework to which it is a contribution. It must be shared with the College community through posters, presentations, or other means. This course is repeatable for up to 8 semester-hours and fulfills four of the sixteen semester-hours of upper-division biology courses required to earn a degree in biology. Prerequisite: Approval of faculty mentor Majors, Minors, Other Programs of Study, Course Descriptions and department chair of the student's major(s). Consult faculty mentor for project guidelines.
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3.00 Credits
Basic concepts of chemistry are introduced, followed by studies of their relationships to one or more selected topics (life processes, the environment, consumer products, etc.). This course is intended for students not anticipating further study in chemistry. Formerly CHEM 111 . Not open to students who have received credit for CHEM 111 . Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Core Curriculum requirement in mathematics.
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3.00 Credits
Basic concepts of chemistry are introduced, followed by studies of their relationships to one or more selected topics (life processes, the environment, consumer products, etc.). This course is intended for students not anticipating further study in chemistry. Lecture and laboratory. Formerly CHEM 11 2. Not open to students who have received credit for CHEM 11 2. This course satisfies the Core Curriculum requirement in Natural Sciences with Laboratory. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Core Curriculum requirement in mathematics.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course consists of an independent creative or research project designed by the student and supervised by a chemistry faculty member. The nature of the project, the schedule for accomplishment, and the means of evaluation must be formalized in a learning contract prior to registration. (See "Independent Study" under"Academic Policies" section.)
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to gravimetric, volumetric, electrochemical, spectroscopic, and related statistical methods of analysis. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: CHEM 106 with a grade of C- or better.
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4.00 Credits
Theory and practice of a number of modern techniques of chemical analysis including chromatography, spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and computer interfacing. Laboratory work is designed to familiarize the student with the use of various instruments used in chemical analyses including infrared, ultraviolet-visible, atomic absorption, nuclear magnetic resonance and mass spectrometers, and gas-liquid and high pressure liquid chromatographs. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisites: CHEM 305 and CHEM 312.
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
A systematic survey of the compounds of carbon. Nomenclature, basic reaction mechanisms, stereo-chemistry, structure elucidation, and other fundamentals of the field are pursued. Lecture and laboratory. Credit is allowed for CHEM 311 without registration for CHEM 312. Prerequisites: Completion of CHEM 105 and CHEM 106 with grades of C- or better. Completion of CHEM 311 with a grade of C- or better is required for CHEM 312.
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