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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the mechanisms of heredity, the expression of genetic information and the means by which genes encode developmental programs. It will be seen that genetics and development are part of a continuous process and that the genetic mechanisms and developmental patterns of living organisms reveal a fundamental kinship of life on earth. Genetics as a tool for the study of biological problems will be introduced, as will some current topics in genomic research and biotechnology. Students willing to explore these topics in greater detail are referred to upper division courses in Genetics, Macromolecular Structure, Developmental Biology, Cell Biology and Molecular Biology. No prerequisites. Recommended: Biology 120,121 (offered fall semester)
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2.00 Credits
Biology 123 introduces students to the processes of investigative biology and communication. It is not designed to accompany any particular core lecture course. The course is designed to develop the skills students need to progress as young scientists: forming and testing hypotheses, scientific observation, interpreting results, experimentation, analysis and communication of scientific discovery (both oral and written). Laboratories cover some topics presented in some of the core lecture courses (Bio 120, 121 and 122) and introduce a variety of techniques including field sampling, statistical analysis, classification of organisms and physiological measurement. The course emphasizes experimental design, data collection, statistical analysis, integration of results with information reported in the scientific literature and the effective communication of conclusions. Evaluation is based on short lab assignments and scientific papers. A laboratory manual must be purchased. There are no prerequisites. Enrollment is limited to 16 students in each section. (offered fall semester)
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2.00 Credits
Biology 124 continues to expose students to the processes of investigative biology and communication. It is not designed to accompany any particular core lecture course, but should be taken after Biology 123. Laboratories cover some topics presented in some of the course lecture courses, Biology 120, 121 and 122 and introduce a variety of subjects including virology, gene expression, gene sequence analysis, gene manipulation and bioinformatics. The course emphasizes experimental design, data collection, statistical analysis, the integration of results with information reported in the literature and the effective communication of conclusions. In line with the philosophy of our inquiry-based curriculum, Biology 124 culminates in an independent project module, where students design and conduct their own experiments, analyze data (statistically, where appropriate) and present their results in both written and oral communications. Evaluation is based on short lab assignments and scientific papers, students will plan an oral presentation of their independent project. A laboratory manual must be purchased. There are no prerequisites, enrollment is limited to 16 students in each section. (offered spring semester)
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the history of anatomy and physiology, anatomical terminology, biochemical concepts, cell structure and function, histology; a review of the structure and function of the integument, skeletal system, joints, muscular system; and an introduction to the nervous system. The laboratory component covers the cell, histology, the human skeletal system and the cat and human muscular systems, with emphasis on structure. Experiments relating to cell and muscle physiology are performed. Lecture, 2 hours/week; Laboratory, 4 hours/week. Recommended prerequisite: high school chemistry or one semester of college chemistry.
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4.00 Credits
A continuation of Biology 221, covering the nervous, sensory, endocrine, circulatory, immune, digestive, respiratory, urinary and reproductive systems. The laboratory component covers the structure and function of the above systems. Experiments relating to the physiology of the above systems are performed. Lecture, 2 hours/week; Laboratory, 4 hours/ week.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Selected Topics
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3.00 Credits
A study of the flora of the eastern Sierra Nevada, including the classification and ecological relationships of the various species. The major plant families are studied as an aid to identification and collection techniques are discussed. A field trip to the Sierras is included. (summers only)
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3.00 Credits
A study of native and introduced plants of Southern California, relating structure and form to environment. Plant families will be studied as a means of identification. Considerable class time will be spent in the field, observing plant characteristics and learning identification and collection techniques. (summers only)
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the multidisciplinary nature of ecology, evolution and their underlying processes. Emphasis is placed on the fundamentals of ecology, evolutionary effects on populations and ecosystems and the relationship between ecological and evolutionary processes. Lecture, 3 hours/week; Lab/Discussion, 3 hours/week.
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2.00 Credits
Designed to give students experience in field techniques used in marine biological studies, the class has three components: a laboratory, field data collection and data analysis. This intensive two-week course is offered during the January holiday. The class spends at least one week in the field on a research vessel in one of the following locations: Catalina and Santa Barbara islands, Hawaii or Mexico.
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