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  • BIOL 142: Introduction to Human Biology

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    An exploration of the functional aspects of the human body at the molecular, cellular, organ, and systems levels. Emphasis is on the development and evolution of homeostatic mechanisms that allow the body to respond and adapt to physical and emotional stresses under changing environmental conditions. Laboratory. This course is not open to Biology or Food and Nutrition majors, except for students in the Applied Nutrition concentration.
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  • BIOL 160: Introduction to Organismal Biology

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    An introduction to the organismal, population, community, and ecosystem levels of biological organization for students intending to major in Biology. The course examines the processes of evolution, the diversity of the biological world, and the interactions of organisms and their environment. Laboratory periods concentrate on developing basic skills of observation, measuring and interpreting data, and the reading and reporting of experimental work. Offered Fall semester only. Note: Students cannot receive credit for both BIOL 108 Biology II and BIOL 160 Introduction to Organismal Biology. Prerequisite: MATH 095 General Mathematics or a satisfactory score on the mathematics placement exam.
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  • BIOL 161: Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    An introduction to the molecular, cellular, and physiological levels of biological organization. The course examines the processes of energy release, photosynthesis, heredity, molecular control of cells, and selected topics in physiology. Laboratory periods concentrate on developing basic skills of observation, measuring and interpreting data, and the reading and reporting of experimental work. Offered Spring semester only. Note: Students cannot receive credit for both BIOL 107 Biology I and BIOL 161 Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology. Prerequisite: MATH 095 General Mathematics or a satisfactory score on the mathematics placement exam.
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  • BIOL 200: Introduction to Environmental Science

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    A comprehensive survey of the environmental principles concerning the interactions of humans and world resources. The role of technology in meeting the problems of growth, pollution, energy, and agriculture is examined in the context of present capabilities and the prospects for future development. No laboratory.
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  • BIOL 203: Plants and Society

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    An exploration of the dependency of humans on plants and plant products. The beginning of agriculture and its consequences for human evolution are discussed. The origins, dispersals, improvements, and uses of economically valuable plants are considered along with their relationships to the world's economy. Occasional field trips. No laboratory. This course is acceptable for majors as a biology elective, but not in place of a required plant course.
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  • BIOL 210: Introduction to Marine Mammals

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    An exploration of the biology and natural history of marine mammals in the North Atlantic, including whales, dolphins, and seals. Topics include evolution, anatomy, behavior, field identification, and the history of whaling and contemporary conservation issues. Demonstration laboratory work focuses on smaller marine mammals. There is one Saturday field trip on Massachusetts Bay. This course is not open to Biology majors. Additional course fees apply. Prerequisite: One college biology course. Application to campus representative of the Marine Studies Consortium must be made one semester prior to experience.
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  • BIOL 220: Animal Behavior

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    A study of the influence of natural selection on the behavior of animals. This course emphasizes the distinction between the immediate causes of behavior, including external stimuli and internal physiological mechanisms, and the ultimate consequences or survival value of behavior. Topics such as learning and instinct, aggression, territoriality, communication, and social behavior are discussed. Laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 160 Introduction to Organismal Biology or BIOL 101 Biological Concepts or permission of the instructor.
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  • BIOL 226: Neighborhood Botany

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    Designed to acquaint the student with the tools for identifying the flowering plants and conifers in the local flora. The course will include vegetative and floral morphology, use and construction of botanical keys and collecting techniques. No laboratory. This course is acceptable for majors as a biology elective, but not in place of a required plant course. Note: students may not receive credit for both BIOL 456 Neighborhood Botany and BIOL 226 Neighborhood Botany.
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  • BIOL 232: Invertebrate Zoology

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    A comparative study of the invertebrate animal phyla with emphasis on marine forms. The course stresses functional morphology, development, behavior, and ecological and evolutionary relationships among the various groups. Students study live specimens whenever possible. Laboratory exercises include field trips to collect and study invertebrates of the region. Prerequisite: BIOL 101 Biological Concepts or both BIOL 160 Introduction to Organismal Biology and BIOL 161 Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology or permission of the instructor.
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  • BIOL 234: Comparative Vertebrate Physiology

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    An introduction to the functions and relationships of vertebrate organs and organ systems. The course emphasizes physiological adaptations and mechanisms by which vertebrates compensate for environmental variations. Laboratory. Note: Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 234 Comparative Vertebrate Physiology, BIOL 272 Human Anatomy and Physiology I, or BIOL 333 Principles of Human Physiology. Prerequisites: CHEM 107 Principles of Chemistry; BIOL 101 Biological Concepts or both BIOL 160 Introduction to Organismal Biology and BIOL 161 Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology or permission of the instructor.
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