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2.00 Credits
(Prereq: Completion of Clinical Laboratory Science Internship I) A study of the principles of laboratory operations and management, and an introduction to anatomic pathology and cytopathology. Topics include today's hospital and laboratory structure, healthcare delivery systems, human resource management, principles of financial management and laboratory process improvement and research design. An overview of anatomical pathology and cytopathology, basic specimen preparation and processing, and pathological diagnosis.
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4.00 Credits
(Prereq: Completion of Clinical Laboratory Internship) A study of the principles of the clinical chemistry relative to qualitative and quantitative analysis of blood and other body fluids, disease states and their clinical testing methodologies. Discussion and identification of the quantitative and qualitative analyses of body fluids that includes the study of acid-base, electrolytes, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, nitrogen-containing compounds, vitamins, endocrinology, as well as toxicology and therapeutic drug monitoring.
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6.00 Credits
(Prereq: Completion of the Clinical Laboratory Science Internship I) A study of the principles of clinical microbiology relative to disease states and clinical testing methodologies. The course will focus on the discussion and identification bacterial, mycobacterial, parasitic, viral and fungal human pathogens and their pathogenesis, epidemiology, clinical manifestations, infectious diseases and antimicrobial agents.
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1.00 Credits
[=GEOL A490] (Prereq: Senior status; coreq: BIOL A499) A seminar series designed to introduce students to current research in biology and geology through weekly seminars by faculty, visiting scientists, and USCA biology majors. This course must be taken as a co-requisite with departmental capstone courses, BIOL A499 and GEOL A499. Students enrolled in Senior Seminar will be expected to pose a question of scientific significance and prepare a research proposal describing an appropriate experimental design to answer the question. Research proposals will be evaluated based on the student's ability to discuss the question, propose pertinent experiments to test the question, and to make proper use of the scientific literature. The course will culminate in student oral presentations of work conducted in the capstone course. "FA: 4/29/2013"
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4.00 Credits
(Prereq: Senior status) A capstone experience designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the methodologies of biological research with emphasis on hypothesis formation, experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation through reviews of the scientific literature. Students will learn and practice techniques for data calculation, analysis, and presentation. Class times will also be dedicated to the development of the skills necessary to present scientific results to a wider audience through discussion of techniques observed in the departmental seminars. Three lecture hours per week and attendance at Friday departmental seminars. "FA: 4/29/2013"
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3.00 Credits
(Prereq: Departmental permission and senior status; Coreq: BIOL A490 or GEOL A490). A capstone experience designed to introduce students to the planning and execution of research and the presentation of research findings. Students will work directly with a faculty member to develop and carry out a research project of biological significance. Enrollment in this course requires an independent study contract and must be taken along with BIOL/GEOL A490, Senior Seminar. BIOL A499 is specifically designed for those who show a desire to conduct biological research. Minimum time requirement: one conference and five laboratory hours per week.
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3.00 Credits
(Prereq: Grades of C or better in BIOL A302 or A350 or departmental permission). A discussion of eukaryotic cell function associated with gene expression, protein processing, and signal transduction. Major topics include DNA replication and repair, eukaryotic gene structure and expression, RNA synthesis and processing, protein synthesis and processing, and cell signaling. Three lecture hours per week.
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4.00 Credits
(Prereq: BIOL A350) Introduction to the cellular, genetic, molecular, and morphological processes underlying development of invertebrates and vertebrates from gamete production to zygote, embryological, and fetal stages. The course will also explore processes of organ formation, metamorphosis, and post-natal regeneration. The lab component involves experimental manipulation of a range of embryonic organisms. The course will include an independent project using zebrafish embryos which will involve data collection, and will culminate in a written report with an oral presentation. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week.
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4.00 Credits
(Prereq: Grade of C or better in BIOL A316 or departmental permission) Systematics, distribution, morphology, life history, behavior, ecology, and current literature of amphibians and reptiles with special emphasis on South Carolina species. Field trips and collections required. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
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4.00 Credits
(Prereq: Grade of C or better in BIOL A370 or departmental permission) Swamp Ecology is a lecture and field-based laboratory course covering the hydrology, biogeochemistry, ecology and conservation of swamps of the Southeastern United States. Course themes and material are experienced first-hand via a week-long exploration of regional swamps such as those of the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and Congaree National Park. During field trips, students explore different swamp types, identify flora and fauna commonly found in swamps, and learn about the social history and conservation issues surrounding US swamps.
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