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3.00 Credits
This comprehensive introduction to microbiology includes microbial cell structure, physiology, genetics, evolution and taxonomy, diversity, ecology, and applied microbiology.Lab sessions introduce microbiological techniques (aseptic technique, microscopy, bacterial staining, culture techniques), and other research methods.Students use skills acquired in the lab to design and conduct independent investigations.Three lectures, one lab.(Prerequisites: BI 170, 171, and 172, CH 211-212) Four credits.
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3.00 Credits
This introduction to molecular biology examines protein structure, DNA structure, RNA structure, the roles of DNA and RNA in protein synthesis, and the replication and repair of DNA and RNA in eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.Relates the effects of mutations to DNA, RNA, and proteins.Three lectures.(Prerequisites: BI 170, 171, and 172, CH 211-212) Three credits.
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3.00 Credits
This introduction to immunology covers the humoral and cellular basis of immune response, emphasizing antigens, the structure and function of immunoglobulins, antibody formation, and living/experimental manifestations of the immune response.Three lectures.(Prerequisites: BI 170, 171, and 172, CH 211-212) Three credits.
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3.00 Credits
This introductory course covers the entire field of virology, with a special emphasis on animal viruses.Coverage centers on the physical, biochemical, and biological aspects of each bacterial and animal virus class.Discussion stresses viral morphology; replication and assembly; pathogenesis of viral infections; and the epidemiology, prevention, and control of viral diseases.Three lectures.(Prerequisites: BI 170, 171, and 172) Three credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides biology majors with practical experience in recent advances in molecular biology and biotechnology.The course allows students to become familiar with the manipulation of genetic material (DNA) and to understand the techniques used for isolation and characterization of genes.Lab sessions cover topics such as the principles of aseptic technique, isolation of plasmid DNA from bacteria, transformation of bacteria and yeast, restriction enzyme digestion, agarose and polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis, and gene manipulation.Three labs.(Prerequisites: BI 170, 171, and 172, BI 354, CH 211-212) Three credits.
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3.00 Credits
Students study the phylogeny, ecology, morphology, and physiology of the major marine invertebrate groups with emphasis on local fauna.The laboratory component includes fieldtrips to various habitats in Long Island Sound to collect specimens for identification and study.Three lectures, one lab.(Prerequisites: BI 170, 171, and 172, or permission of the instructor).Four credits.
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3.00 Credits
Students learn the applied and theoretical concepts of the field of ecology using examples from freshwater aquatic systems.In the laboratory, students learn the major groups of organisms present in aquatic systems and conduct experiments involving ecological concepts such as predation and competition.Three lectures, one lab.(Prerequisites: BI 170-171-172) Four credits.
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3.00 Credits
The course begins with an examination of the intellectual origins of biological thought and includes a study of the historical factors that contributed to Charles Darwin's development of the theory of evolution.Topics include the evidence for evolution, the forces affecting evolution (e.g., mutation, migration, genetic drift, and selection), and natural selection as the basis of adaptation, as well as the philosophical and practical aspects of defining species and reconstructing phylogenetic relationships.Students critique (individually and in groups) current papers in evolutionary biology on topics such as punctuated equilibrium theory, Darwinian medicine, human origins, co-evolutionary arms races, systematics and biodiversity, and the evolution of sex.Three lectures, one lab.(Prerequisites: BI 170, 171, and 172) Four credits.
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3.00 Credits
This upper-level lecture, laboratory, and field course on avian biology has an emphasis on ecology and evolution.The course familiarizes students with the staggering diversity of birds and the adaptations that have contributed to their success.Laboratory activities include: 1) a multi-week student investigation of avian diversity of form and function, and 2) a series of field trips that emphasize unique adaptations and means of identification of birds found in Connecticut.Three lectures, one lab (Prerequisites: BI 170, 171, and 172) Four credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the evolutionary process before moving on to evolution and diversity of land plants from bryophytes and ferns to gymnosperms and angiosperms.Students examine the environmental impact of using plants for food production and are expected to assemble a field plant collection.Three lectures, one lab.(Prerequisites: BI 170, 171, and 172) Four credits.
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