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4.00 Credits
An introduction to composition, structure, and function of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, using themes of energy and reproduction. Topics include DNA replication, transcription, and translation, mutations, gene regulation, membrane function, cellular communication, motility, absorption, and secretion. Laboratory includes current research techniques such as cell culture nucleic acid characterization, cloning, and restriction mapping. Meets: Three hours class, three hours laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL7, BIOL 9 and CHEM 7. Offered fall semester.
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4.00 Credits
An examination of the structure and function of various physiological systems, such as circulation, respiration, and reproduction. How organs and organ systems evolved, how they function at a biochemical and biophysical level, how they are regulated, and how the functions of multiple systems are interconnected and coordinated within the whole organism. Laboratory will include the exploration of the dynamic function and regulation of human physiological systems and the study of anatomy through dissection of animal specimens. Meets: Three hours class, three hours laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 9, BIOL 22 and CHEM 7. Offered spring semester.
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4.00 Credits
A comprehensive introduction to the nature and diversity of microorganisms and the roles they play in health, disease, and the ecosystem. Covers bacteria, viruses, protozoa and fungi. This course examines the ecological, structural, cellular, and molecular features of microbes and explores how some of these features affect host/microbe interactions. Laboratory work incorporates methods of bacterial isolation and identification, including microscopy, use of selective and differential media, biochemical and serological tests, and rapid ID methods. Meets: Three hours class, three hours laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 9, BIOL 22, CHEM 25. Offered spring semester.
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4.00 Credits
An introductory study of ecology and environmental quality. Includes a survey of the impact of people on the environment and suggestions for meeting our future biological and technological needs in environmentally compatible ways. Does not meet requirements for major or minor in biology. Meets: Three hours class. Offered annually.
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4.00 Credits
This course explores the science behind environmental problems and solutions. Students study current environmental issues in the context of their scientific (biological, chemical, geological) underpinnings, while alos considering the political, social and cultural dimensions of these issues. The course also addresses the role of scientific knowledge in understanding and resolving environmental problems, such as climate change, population growth, deforestation, extinction, air and water pollution, food production, and environmental health. These topics are explored through readings, films, student writing, research and field trips. Enrollment priority: Given to majors and minors in Biology and Environmental Studies. Meets: Three hour class. Annually. Same as: ENVST 30.
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the microbial world with emphasis on the importance of microbes in human survival and well-being. Topics include microbes and ecosystems, biotechnology and microbiology, emerging infectious diseases, microbes as weapons of bioterrorism and warfare, and microorganisms as research tools. Site visits to nearby pharmaceutical, water purification, and sewage treatment plants. Meets: Three hours class. Offering to be determined.
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4.00 Credits
A course for non-science majors in which students study the structure and function of DNA as a background to understanding hereditary traits and genetic diseases. Current events are used as a context for study. Topics include the Human Genome Project, molecular forensics, bioremediation using DNA technology, and gene therapy. Format of class includes lectures, student presentations, and hands-on activities during the designated class time. Does not meet requirements for major or minor in biology. Meets: Four hours class. Offered annually.
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4.00 Credits
An exploration of evolutionary and ecological processes and consequences, with close examination of population dynamics, population genetics, principles of heredity, the evolution of adaptations, community interactions, ecosystems, and biodiversity. Laboratory includes field-based investigations of upland and wetland ecosystems, as well as simulations and laboratory experiments. Meets: Three hours class, three hours laboratory. Offered fall semester.
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4.00 Credits
A survey of the animals, plants, fungi, protista, and bacteria of Planet Earth, with comparative analysis of adaptations for survival, reproduction, development, and metabolism. Laboratory emphasizes experimental methods of science as well as morphology and physiology of the major phyla. Meets: Three hours class, three hours laboratory. Offered spring semester.
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2.00 - 4.00 Credits
Topics that enrich the regular biology curriculum are offered as opportunities arise. Number of credits and prerequisites vary with course topic. Amount of credit established at registration. Amount of credit established at time of registration. Course may be repeated. Offering to be determined.
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