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4.00 Credits
An in-depth course on mechanisms of animal function. We will range from molecules, cells, tissues, organs and organ systems to organisms in their environment to compare and contrast diverse adaptations among animals. How do different animals exchange gases with their environment, change their skin color quickly for camouflage, entrain internal clocks with external cues for a successful breeding season? Experimental perspectives from molecular biology to behavior will demonstrate the varied approaches enlisted by researchers examining mechanisms of animal function. Prerequisites: BY101, 102.
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4.00 Credits
Examination of mechanisms which plants use to cope with their environment. Prerequisites: BY101, 102.
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4.00 Credits
An investigation of the levels of biological diversity (from genes to ecosystems), patterns of diversity, threats to diversity, and the approaches and problems involved in conserving this diversity. We will discuss the role of human societies in biological conservation. Laboratories will include field trips that highlight approaches to conservation efforts. Prerequisites: BY101, 102 and 204.
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4.00 Credits
This course will give students a better understanding of plant growth, reproduction, anatomy, and physiology as they relate to whole plant adaptation. We will use evolutionary principles to understand adaptation to the environment and to elucidate strategies for maximizing reproductive success, avoiding predation, and maximizing carbon gain while avoiding water loss. Lectures and laboratory sessions will complement the study of basic botanical concepts with an emphasis on the ecological and evolutionary implications of plant structure and function. Prerequisites: BY101, 102 and 204.
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4.00 Credits
Focused study of a contemporary issue in the life sciences. Topics vary according to interests of faculty members coordinating this class. Prerequisites: BY101, 102.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: eight hours advanced biology and permission of faculty member.
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1.00 Credits
Oral presentation of methods, results, and interpretation of senior research, taken the spring semester of senior year. Prerequisites: BY101, 102, 203, 396 and 498.
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4.00 Credits
Initiated with a proposal in the junior year (BY396), the senior research project is completed by December of the senior year. This is the capstone of the undergraduate experience in biology in which students are trained to become research colleagues. Most projects are completed in a faculty member's laboratory, but off-campus mentors also are acceptable. Prerequisites: BY101, 102, 203, 204 and 396.
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3.00 Credits
This course enables students to understand and to respond to the legal and ethical issues that arise from the use of information technology. Students will explore ethical and social issues arising from the computerization of industry and government, with emphasis on copyright, security, and privacy issues. The primary focus of the course will be the determination of the weight that these ethical and social issues should have in the design, implementation, and uses of present and anticipated applications of information technology. Prerequisite: junior standing.
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3.00 Credits
Students are expected to complete an internship of varying time length with an external strategic alliance partner. Emphasis is on a relevant learning environment and acquisition of appropriate career skills at a suitable level of authority and responsibility. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
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