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3.00 Credits
A study of the scientific theories and evidence related to the process of evolution. Topics covered include the mechanisms of evolution, molecular evolution, speciation, and the history of life. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: BIO 265 or permission of instructor. (CHY 221 and MAT 215 recommended.) 3 Cr
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3.00 Credits
A course combining the classical study of embryology with an emphasis on the genetic and biochemical control of development. Animal embryos are studied in the context of cell differentiation and formation of body pattern. Influences of the environment on developmental processes will also be investigated. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: BIO 222, BIO 265. (BIO 323 recommended.) 3 Cr
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4.00 Credits
The purpose of this course is to instruct students in the taxonomy, evolution, physiology and ecology of marine and freshwater algae. This course will focus on 1) biotic and abiotoic factors affecting the biology of macro and micro algae, 2) adaptations and responses of algae to environmental variation and alteration, 3) ecological functions, and 4) anthropogenic uses and economic importance of algae, including commercial and recreational shellfishing and aquaculture. Although this course will cover marine and freshwater algae, special consideration will be given to algal biology and ecology in coastal and open-ocean environments. Prerequisites: BIO 112, ENV 103, BIO 206, CHY 101, CHY 102, or permission of instructor. MAT 215 recommended. 4 Cr
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3.00 Credits
A capstone course examining the principles and practices of measuring, maintaining, and enhancing biological diversity. The course focuses on applications of ecology, population biology, and genetics to the conservation of species and ecosystems. Laboratories may include computer simulations and fieldwork. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: BIO 245; MAT 215 or higher; junior or senior standing; ENV 112 or BIO 265; or permission of instructor. 4 Cr
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2.00 Credits
An advanced course in ecology comparing the population and community dynamics of a variety of intertidal and subtidal hard-and soft-bottom, planktonic, and coral reef communities. Topics include spatial relationships, competition, prey-predator relationships, symbiosis, behavioral patterns, seasonal cycles, succession, larval strategies, and productivity. Through field and laboratory work students learn to design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and write research papers. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 4 hours. Prerequisite: BIO 206, 227, 245, and MAT 215. 4 Cr
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3.00 Credits
An advanced course for students with previous experience in ecology. Among the topics considered are competition, predator-prey interactions, population dynamics, life-history strategies, species diversity patterns, and community structure and regulation. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: BIO 245 and MAT 215, or equivalent. 3 Cr
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3.00 Credits
The BIO 401, 402, and 403 sequence is designed for students wishing to prepare an in-depth literature review of an aspect of Biology of particular interest. Students typically begin the sequence during the second semester of the junior year of study. Students first enroll in BIO 401, and in consultation with a thesis advisor, select a topic and prepare a bibliography and an outline of the paper. A grade of "pass" or "fail" is awarded. Prerequisite: 3.0 GPA within the major and overall, and approval by a thesis advisor. 1 C
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3.00 Credits
In the second semester of the sequence, students enroll in BIO 402. During this semester, the bibliography is updated, and a preliminary draft of the paper is submitted to the thesis advisor. A grade of "pass" or "fail" is awarded. Prerequisite: 3.0 GPA within the major and overall, and approval by a thesis advisor. 1 C
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3.00 Credits
In the third semester of the sequence, students enroll in BIO 403. A final draft of the paper is submitted to the Division of Environmental and Biological Science faculty. Students make an oral presentation of the topic and make any corrections to the paper required by the division faculty. A grade of "pass" or "fail" is awarded. Prerequisite: 3.0 GPA within the major and overall, and approval by a thesis advisor. 1 C
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2.00 Credits
An opportunity for students to engage in independent research on a biological problem of interest to them. Such work involves field or laboratory experimentation, computer modeling, or a combination of methodologies. A student typically begins in the second half of the junior year of study. The student first enrolls in BIO 404. In consultation with a thesis advisor the student selects a research project, prepares a bibliography and preliminary literature review, and submits a research proposal. SSC 320 Research Methods and Design may be substituted for this first semester. A grade of "pass" or "fail" is awarded. Prerequisite: MAT 215, a 3.0 GPA within the major and overall, and approval by a thesis advisor. 2 Cr
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