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4.00 Credits
(Writing-intensive course; Same as History 361s (02)) This course looks at the scientific content and intellectual context of Darwin's theory of evolution - his facts, metaphors, hypotheses, and philosophical assumptions. Readings from Darwin and his sources, and examination of the organisms he studied. A background in eighteenth- and nineteenthcentury history or whole organism biology is recommended. Meets Humanities I-B requirement S. Rachootin Prereq. Biological Sciences 223 or 226 or 4 credits in history; 4 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course looks at the evolutionary relations of the profoundly different groups of animals in light of their structure, development, and fossil history. Emphasizes exceptional organisms that prove - and disprove - biological rules. Themes include coloniality, asexual reproduction, metamorphosis, and making skeletons. Meets Science and Math II-B requirement S. Rachootin Prereq. Biological Sciences 226; 4 credits
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3.00 Credits
(Same as Biochemistry 311f; Chemistry 311f) Meets Science and Math II-B requirement L. Hsu Prereq. Biological Sciences 210, Chemistry 302; 4 credits
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3.00 Credits
(Same as Biochemistry 314s; Chemistry 314s) This course is an in-depth examination of DNA and RNA structures and how these structures support their respective functions during replication, transcription, and translation of the genetic material. Emphasis is on the detailed mechanisms associated with each step of gene expression. Discussions incorporate many recent advances brought about by recombinant DNA technology. Meets Science and Math II-B requirement K. Mix Prereq. Biological Sciences 210, Chemistry 302, Biochemistry 311, or permission of instructor; Please sign up for this course as Biochemistry 314; 4 credits
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8.00 Credits
(Writing-intensive course) In this course, students learn to view and understand animal behavior within an evolutionary context. The mechanistic side of behavior is investigated and students explore how behavioral traits originate and evolve over time. Students will integrate their knowledge of how organisms work with an appreciation of why they work the way they do. At the end of the course, students will understand basic concepts in behavioral biology and know many of the experiments that have facilitated our understanding of this field. They will be able to construct hypotheses and design experiments that address behavioral phenomena. The laboratory portion of this course is based on individual projects. Meets Science and Math II-B requirement R. Brodie Prereq. 8 credits of biology at the 200 level with 223 or 226 strongly recommended; 4 credits
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4.00 Credits
(Same as Geology 316f) Includes theory and operation of the scanning electron microscope and preparation of biological and geological materials for observation. The versatile use of the microscope will be emphasized and will include low magnification, high resolution, and back scattered (reflected) electron modes of operation as well as operation at different pressures. Energy dispersive X-ray microanalysis will be introduced. Does not meet a distribution requirement O. Quintero, M. Rice Prereq. 4 credits of biological sciences or geology course at the 200 level.; 2 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course will cover the cells, organs, and biochemical signals that constitute the immune system, as well as immune mechanisms for the identification and removal of foreign pathogens. Additional topics may include: autoimmunity, allergy, vaccination, transplantation, immune deficiency, and pathogen evasion strategies. Special emphasis will be placed on the human immune response, with the addition of clinical case studies and independent laboratory projects to reinforce these ideas. Meets Science and Math II-B requirement S. Stranford Prereq. Biological Sciences 210 and 220; 4 credits
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2.00 Credits
Basic principles of transmission electronmicroscopy (TEM) and potential uses in biological studies. Each student selects a project and learns the fundamentals of specimen preparation, operation of the TEM, and image acquisition. Assessment and interpretation of the resulting electronmicrographs culminates in an individual portfolio. Students wishing to extend their experience in other courses, including Biological Sciences 295 and 395,may enroll in this course concurrently. Does not meet a distribution requirement O. Quintero, M. Rice, S. Lancelle Prereq. Biological Sciences 220; 1 meeting (2 hours), 1 unarranged lab (2 hours); 2 credits
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3.00 Credits
Introduces organic chemistry, emphasizing the principles governing broad classes of reactions. Topics include stereochemistry, nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions, the chemistry of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, and ethers, and an introduction to infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Laboratory work includes synthesis, practice in the techniques of distillation, crystallization, chromatography, molecular modeling, and identifying unknown organic compounds by chemical and spectroscopic means. Meets Science and Math II-B requirement D. Hamilton, M. Nunez Prereq. Chemistry 201 with grade of C or better, or permission of instructor; 4 credits
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the major ideas of biochemistry from the point of view of the chemical sciences rather than the life sciences. Structures of important biomolecules. The role of energetics and reaction dynamics in biochemical processes. Major metabolic pathways are considered, including those of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. This course is not intended for Biochemistry majors, who must complete Biochemistry 311f and 314s. First priority will be given to sophmores and juniors. Meets Science and Math II-C requirement M. Nunez Prereq. Chemistry 202; 4 credits
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