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3.00 Credits
Application of statistical techniques with particular emphasis on problems in the biomedical sciences. Basic probability theory, random variables, and distribution functions. Point and interval estimation, regression, and correlation. Problems whose solution involves using packaged statistical programs. First part of year-long sequence. Offered as ANAT 431, BIOL 431, CRSP 431, EPBI 431, and MPHP 431.
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3.00 Credits
Methods of analysis of variance, regression and analysis of quantitative data. Emphasis on computer solution of problems drawn from the biomedical sciences. Design of experiments, power of tests, and adequacy of models. Offered as BIOL 432, CRSP 432, EPBI 432, and MPHP 432. Prereq: EPBI 431 or equivalent.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces basic chemical properties of proteins and discusses the physical forces that determine protein structure. Topics include: the elucidation of protein structure by NMR and by X-ray crystallographic methods; the acquisition of protein structures from data bases; and simple modeling experiments based on protein structures. Offered as BIOC 334, BIOL 334, BIOC 434, and BIOL 434.
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3.00 Credits
Biology of fishes. Students will first develop fundamental understanding of the evolutionary history and systematics of fishes to provide a context within which they can address diverse aspects of biology including anatomy, physiology (e.g., in species that change sex; osmoregulation in freshwater vs. saltwater), and behavior (e.g. visual, auditory, chemical, electric communication; social structures). Finally, this knowledge will be used to explore the biodiversity of fishes around the world, with emphasis on Ohio species, by examining preserved specimens in class and making two local field trips to (1) observe captive living specimens, and (2) to observe, capture, and identify wild fishes in their natural habitats. The course will conclude with an analysis of the current global fisheries crisis that has resulted from human activities. Fishes will be used to address broad topics in ecology and evolutionary biology that transcend the pure study of ichthyology. Recommended preparation for BIOL 438: BIOL 216. Offered as BIOL 338 and BIOL 438.
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3.00 Credits
This course will introduce students to classical and current parasitology. Students will discuss basic principles of parasitology, parasite life cycles, host-parasite interaction, therapeutic and control programs, epidemiology, and ecological and societal considerations. The course will explore diverse classes of parasitic organisms with emphasis on protozoan and helminthic diseases and the parasites' molecular biology. Group discussion and selected reading will facilitate further integrative learning and appreciation for parasite biology. This course counts as an elective in the cell/molecular biology subject area for the Biology BA and BS degrees. Offered as BIOL 342 and BIOL 442. Prereq; Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
The physiology, genetics, biochemistry, and diversity of microorganisms. The subject will be approached both as a basic biological science that studies the molecular and biochemical processes of cells and viruses, and as an applied science that examines the involvement of microorganisms in human disease as well as in the workings of ecosystems, plant symbioses, and industrial processes. The course is divided into four major areas: bacteria, viruses, medical microbiology, and environmental and applied microbiology. Recommended preparation: BIOL 215 or consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the morphologic and taxonomic diversity of mammals in a phylogenetic context. By the end of the course, students will be able to (1) describe the key morphological and physiological features of mammals; (2) identify the main anatomical characteristics of all orders and most families of extant, non-volant mammals; (3) interpret a phylogenetic tree and the data used to generate it; (4) appreciate major historical patterns in mammal diversity and biogeography. Two lectures and one lab each week; most labs will be specimen-based and will take place at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. One weekend field trip to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. This course satisfies a laboratory requirement for the biology major. Offered as ANAT 445, BIOL 345, and BIOL 445. Prereq: BIOL 214.
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4.00 - 5.00 Credits
The anatomy and physiology of the human body. Enrollment is restricted to students majoring in nutrition. Four lectures and one laboratory per week. Offered as BIOL 348 and BIOL 448.
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3.00 Credits
This lecture course explores spatial and temporal relationships involving organisms and the environment at individual, population, and community levels. An underlying theme of the course will be neo-Darwinian evolution through natural selection with an emphasis on organismal adaptations to abiotic and biotic environments. Studies and models will illustrate ecological principles, and there will be some emphasis on the applicability of these principles to ecosystem conservation. Students taking the graduate level course will prepare a grant proposal in which hypotheses will be based on some aspect of ecological theory. Offered as BIOL 351 and BIOL 451.
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2.00 Credits
Students in this laboratory course will conduct a variety of ecological investigations that are designed to examine relationships involving organisms and the environment at individual, population, and community levels. Descriptive and hypothesis-driven investigations will take place at Case Western Reserve University's Squire Valleevue Farm, in both field and greenhouse settings. The course is designed to explore as well as test a variety of ecological paradigms. Students taking the graduate level course will prepare a grant proposal in which hypotheses will be based on a select number of lab investigations. This course satisfies a laboratory requirement for biology majors. Recommended preparation for BIOL 451L: prior or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 451. Offered as BIOL 351L and BIOL 451L.
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