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4.00 Credits
Explores theories of animal behavior; the behavior of domestic and farm animals; and the behavior of wildlife native to Massachusetts. Students will learn about normal and "problem" behavior of domesticanimals like cats and dogs as well as ethical issues related to the care of farm animals. Prerequisite: 100-level LSC course or permission of the instructor. Intermediate.
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4.00 Credits
Considers reproductive physiology and endocrinology related to sexuality, menstrual and ovarian cycles, pregnancy, labor, delivery, and nursing. Analyzes factors that maintain normal conditions for development, regulation and assessment. Technology use occasional. Satisfies General Education requirement in Life Science. Prerequisite: HS biology of Human Biology or permission of the Instructor. Intermediate.
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4.00 Credits
Explores the fundamental characteristics of diseases and the mechanisms by which they arise. Reviews the structure and function of the body followed by emphasis of the role of the immune system in disease and repair. Considers the ecology, history and pathophysiology of a selection of
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4.00 Credits
Focuses on chromosome structure and function, the basis and consequences of mutation, and metabolic pathways regulated through gene action. Topics include population genetics, genetic diseases, gene manipulation and current issues in human genetics. Technology use extensive. Prerequisite: LSC 153 or permission of the Instructor. Advanced.
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4.00 Credits
Focuses on the development of tissues, organs and systems during the embryonic and fetal stages. Topics include the effects of drugs, medicines, nutrition. Course includes lectures, films, microscopic examination of prepared embryonic tissue and study of models and charts. Extensive use of technology. Prerequisite: LSC 153 or LSC 250 or LSC 280. Advanced.
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4.00 Credits
Studies cultural, economic, biological and political aspects of regional, national, and international ecological issues. Focuses on how and why modern society and population growth causes environmental problems and affect future generations. Includes independent research. Technology use extensive. Prerequisite: 200 Level LSC or PSC course. Advanced.
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4.00 Credits
Provides students with direct experience applying concepts and theories in professional settings. Students work with a professional at the field site and a faculty member to develop and implement a program of study or research protocol. Requires a formal oral presentation and project report. Open to Mathematics/Science majors. Extensive use of technology. Prerequisites:
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3.00 Credits
Analyzes principles of inheritance as they apply to human genetics. Focuses on the chromosomes structure and function, the basis and consequences of mutation and metabolic pathways regulated through gene action. Topics include population genetics, genetic diseases, gene manipulation and current tools such as amniocentesis and karotyping used in genetic analysis and counseling. Extensive use of technology. Prerequisite: LSC 153 or LSC 192 or equivalent.
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3.00 Credits
Focus on life and physical science concepts. Learn elements of life and physical sciences: primary productivity, food chains, migrations, adaptations and density and temperature interactions focusing on marine mammals and other organisms in the marine system. Research techniques, curriculum development, mapping, navigation, wildlife photography. A marine mammal field research experience. Extensive use of technology. Advanced.
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4.00 Credits
Applies mathematics to understanding important social and personal issues, such as homelessness, AIDS, credit cards, and government budgets. Mathematical concepts include percentages, ratios and proportions, probability, data analysis, mathematical modeling, and functions. Emphasizes mathematical processes. Meets three periods per week, with an additional study group led by peer tutor. Partially satisfies core requirement in Mathematics. Introductory.
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