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4.00 Credits
Structure and physiology of endocrine glands and associated hormones. Basic physiological and specific endocrinological laboratory techniques will be practiced. Prerequisites: BI211, CH211. Spring, alternate years
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4.00 Credits
Introduces students to some of the different evolutionary adaptations that allow animals and plants to function in their natural environments. It will examine physiological diversity across taxonomic groups, as well as a range of environments. Prerequisite: BI102. Fall, alternate years
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4.00 Credits
Examines the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of inland lakes and streams. The laboratory emphasizes field and bench techniques for measuring qualitative and quantitative characteristics of these systems. Prerequisite: BI102; CH102 recommended. Fall, alternate years
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4.00 Credits
The investigation of mammal biology, including the evolution, radiation, reproductive biology, behavior and natural history of mammals. Laboratory work stresses the identification of New Hampshire mammals, field studies, and proper museum preparation of mammal study specimens. Prerequisite: BI102 Fall, alternate years
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1.00 Credits
Examines the factual, historical, and philosophical basis of modern evolutionary theory using recent articles and publications. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing in Biology or Anthropology or permission of instructor.
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4.00 Credits
Examines the basic ecological processes that influence forest type and forest structure. Topics covered range from broad scale landscape patterns of natural and human disturbance to the specific habitat requirements of individual plant species. The lab section consists of weekly field trips to forests both on and off the campus, and will emphasize quantitative techniques for the collection and interpretation of field data, as well as basic natural history. Prerequisite: BI218 or permission of instructor. Fall, odd years
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2.00 - 6.00 Credits
An on-site field experience with a public or private agency or institution such as a biological laboratory, hospital, natural resources department or public health office. Internships normally require a minimum of 55 hours of on-the-job work per semester hour of credit, a grade point average of 3.00 or higher, and demonstrated ability to complete the work expected. Internships are developed in consultation with a faculty internship advisor and require approval of the advisor, prospective internship supervisor, and the Division Chair. Evaluation is made by the internship advisor, in consultation with the supervisor. Prerequisites: Biology major, junior or senior standing, and permission of the instructor.
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2.00 Credits
Reading and discussions of selected topics. Consideration of the goals and methods of biological research. Required of all Biology majors. Prerequisite: junior standing. Spring
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3.00 Credits
A student is required to define a problem or objective in consultation with a departmental advisor, conduct the necessary research, and then write a thesis or execute a project of corresponding value. Required of all B.S. Biology majors. Prerequisites: senior standing, permission of instructor and BI480.
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4.00 Credits
Fundamental principles of chemistry including atomic structure, the periodic system, kinetic molecular theory, properties of elements and compounds, chemical equilibrium, reaction kinetics, and chemical thermodynamics. A strong background in mathematics is required. Prerequisite: high school Algebra II.
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