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Course Criteria
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course examines the various components of scientific primary sources as well as how each section is written. Students will demonstrate the use of basic computer skills: database search strategies, spreadsheets, presentation software, word processing and use of e-mail. Students will demonstrate scientific analytical and communication skills through writing assignments and an oral presentation.
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
A study of the interrelationships of organisms to their environment and each other at the population, community and ecosystem levels reinforced with a survey of North American biomes. Field observations and lab exercises in natural habitats. Three lectures, one lab per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 111 Fall
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
An introduction to the world of microorganisms, with special emphasis on their medical importance. Aseptic technique is stressed in the laboratory. Three lectures, two labs per week. Prerequisite: eight hours of biology and/or chemistry or permission of the instructor. Not open to students having credit for BIOL 339. Fall
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3.00 Credits
A survey of the principles of nutrition and their application to normal conditions of growth and development. Includes food groups, nutrient requirements, energy metabolism, composition and safety of foods, nutritional needs for the different life stages, and application of nutrition to health care and sports. Three lectures. Recommended: four hours of biology, four hours of chemistry, or permission of the instructor. Winter
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the biology, ecology and identification of insects. Lecture topics will also include adaptations, evolution, classification and medical applications of insects. Laboratory and field activities include dissection, sampling, specimen preparation and identification. Three lectures, one lab per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 111 Fall 2007
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
A comparative study of the anatomy and physiology of the chordate phylum with emphasis on the phylogeny and classification of major vertebrate taxa. Three lectures, one lab per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 111 and 221 or permission of the instructor Spring 2010
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
An in-depth study of microorganisms, including ultrastructure, growth characteristics, metabolism and genetics. Three lectures, two labs per week. Prerequisite: eight hours of chemistry or permission of the instructor. Not open to students having credit for BIOL 239. Spring
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
An introduction to the biochemical, cellular, physiologic and biologic manifestations of disease. Includes alterations in normal function, disruptions in homeostatic mechanisms and adaptations of body systems to disease processes. Prerequisite: BIOL 221, 222 Recommended: eight semester hours of chemistry. Four lectures. Fall
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3.00 Credits
The scientific study of heredity including transmission genetics, cytogenetics and molecular genetics (DNA structure and function). Three lectures. Prerequisite: 12 hours of biological science or permission of the instructor Winter
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
A comprehensive study of immunology designed especially for students in the medical technology program and other health-related areas. Topics discussed: chemical properties of antibodies, antigen recognition, immune response, techniques of immunoassay and diseases with immunological bases. Three lectures, one lab per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 221 and eight hours of chemistry Recommended: BIOL 339 and 357 Fall 2008
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