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4.00 Credits
4 hours An introduction to the ecology and taxonomy of coral reef, tide pool, tidal creek, high and low energy beach, hypersaline lake, mangrove, and upland organisms and ecosystems. In addition to field excursions, students develop and carry out independent research projects. Consent of instructor required. Usually offered every other year. Prerequisites: BIO 151, 152.
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4.00 Credits
4 hours A study of Mendelian genetics, gene structure, mechanisms of gene expression, mutagenesis, evolutionary genetics, and genomics. Lectures and laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 151, 152.
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4.00 Credits
4 hours A field study of the natural history of the southern boreal forest ecosystem in northern Minnesota, including the physiological and behavioral adaptations of organisms to extreme cold. Course activities include skiing and snowshoeing excursions in remote natural areas, assigned readings, observations of natural history, and research projects. Students who earn credit for BIO 249 may not earn credit for BIO 149. Prerequisite: BIO 151 or BIO 152.
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4.00 Credits
4 hours An introduction to the biology and diversity of insects, particularly the life histories, form and function, ecology, and behavior of various insect groups found in various habitats. Lectures and laboratory. Offered fall of odd-numbered years. Prerequisites: BIO 151, 152.
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4.00 Credits
4 hours A study of the anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of the major groups of plants with an emphasis on field identification of seed plants. Lectures and laboratory. Laboratory includes field trips requiring hiking. Prerequisites: BIO 151, 152.
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4.00 Credits
4 hours A study of the morphology, physiology, taxonomy, and ecology of the major phyla of invertebrate animals from marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments. Offered fall of even-numbered years. Prerequisites: BIO 151, 152.
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4.00 Credits
4 hours An in-depth exploration of physiological systems in the human body, beginning at the cellular level and proceeding to physiological systems and their role in homeostatic control. Lectures and laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 151, 152.
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4.00 Credits
4 hours This course considers the application of statistical inference to the life sciences; numerous examples will be taken from the health sciences and environmental sciences. Emphasis will be on hypothesis testing and the importance of experimental design. Lectures and laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 151, 152.
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4.00 Credits
4 hours A study of the biology of freshwater organisms and the functioning of freshwater ecosystems. Laboratory emphasis placed on the methodology used in water quality studies and on the identification of freshwater animals and plants. Lectures and laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 151, 152.
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4.00 Credits
4 hours A study of the classification, natural history, and distribution of the various species of vertebrates. Laboratory emphasis placed on the identification and field study of species typical of this geographical area. Lectures stress principles of vertebrate biology. Lectures and laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 151, 152.
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