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4.00 Credits
The two semesters of General Biology (BI 151-153) provide a comprehensive introduction to biology and to the process of science. They are intended for biology majors and other students who have a strong interest in the sciences. Our approach is problem-based and inquiry-based. Through lectures, case studies, and discussion we present biological concepts in the context of real world problems, which demonstrates why these concepts are important. In lab students design hypotheses and develop experiments and projects that test them, thereby gaining direct experience with doing science. The goal of General Biology is that you begin to gain proficiency with scientific reasoning and that you develop an understanding of fundamental biological principles and their importance in the natural world. In BI 151 lecture material is drawn from the disciplines of ecology and evolutionary biology. Labs focus on student-designed semester-long projects on issues related to local ecosystems. Field work is performed during the first half of the semester, and analysis, write-up, and presentation of student work occurs during the second half. Credits: 4 cr. Misc. Notes: Required for biochemistry, biology and environmental science majors and pre-health care career students; others by permission of the department. Laboratory Fee: yes Liberal Studies Requirement: Natural/Mathematical Sciences
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3.00 Credits
The two semesters of General Biology (BI 151-153) provide a comprehensive introduction to biology and to the process of science. They are intended for biology majors and other students who have a strong interest in the sciences. Our approach is problem-based and inquiry-based. Through lectures, case studies, and discussion we present biological concepts in the context of real world problems, which demonstrates why these concepts are important. In lab students design hypotheses and develop experiments and projects that test them, thereby gaining direct experience with doing science. The goal of General Biology is that you begin to gain proficiency with scientific reasoning and that you develop an understanding of fundamental biological principles and their importance in the natural world. In BI 153 lecture material is drawn from the disciplines of molecular biology, cellular biology, and genetics. Labs focus on a series of projects that emphasize experimental design and implementation, hypothesis formation and testing, and analysis. Prerequisites: Grade "C" or better in BI 151 or permission of the instructor.Credits: 4 cr. Misc. Notes: Required for biochemistry, biology and environmental science majors and pre-health care career students; others by permission of the department. Laboratory Fee: yes Liberal Studies Requirement: Natural/Mathematical Sciences
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3.00 Credits
Reading, writing, discussion, and oral presentations in which the student learns to explore the fundamental sources of biological knowledge. The student may extend his/her study in any area of basic biological concepts that was considered during the general course. Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153 Credits: 3 cr. Misc. Notes: Limited to Biology and Environmental Science Majors. Group discussions and individual consultations.
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3.00 Credits
A comprehensive treatment of vertebrate gross anatomy and evolution, and an introduction to how morphological adaptations of different vertebrate groups allow them to exploit a variety of habitats and life styles. The laboratory focuses on a detailed dissection of a representative vertebrate, and physical models, skeletons, and computer software provide comparisons to other vertebrate groups. Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153 Credits: 4 cr. Laboratory Fee: yes
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3.00 Credits
The study of population growth and regulation. Applications of ecological theory to conservation biology are explored. Mathematical models are developed and used analytically. Field and laboratory work tests ecological theory using a variety of organisms and study systems on-campus and in Vermont parks and other natural areas. Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153 Credits: 4 cr. Laboratory Fee: yes
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3.00 Credits
The study of gene transmission from generation to generation, gene structure and function. Lectures consider several topics, including transmission genetics, chromosome theory of inheritance, genetic variations, DNA repair, and molecular genetics. The laboratory emphasizes a quantitative approach to exploration of selected topics considered in lecture, and an introduction to molecular techniques. Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153, CH 103, CH 107, or permission of the instructor Credits: 4 cr. Laboratory Fee: yes
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3.00 Credits
The study of cell structure and function. Topics include cellular biochemical processes, cell membranes, organelles, the cytoskeleton, nuclear function, cell division, and cell behavior. Lecture and laboratories will emphasize an experimental and quantitative approach. Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153, CH 103, CH 107, or permission of the instructor Credits: 4 cr. Laboratory Fee: yes
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3.00 Credits
This field course examines factors that affect ecosystem distribution, globally and regionally, emphasizing geology as well as climate, followed by study of representative Vermont ecosystems. The course also includes an historical overview of land and resource use in Vermont and human effects on successional ecosystem development. Labs include trips to mountaintops, bogs, and old growth forest and a limestone quarry for fossil hunting. Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153 Credits: 4 cr. Laboratory Fee: yes
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3.00 Credits
The primary goal of this course is to study the factors that control biological diversity. The laboratory portion of the course will focus on natural New England communities emphasizing aquatic habitats. Field experiences will be supplemented with laboratory experiments and mathematical models used to simulate the behavior of natural communities. Lecture topics will include subjects such as the impacts of disturbance on communities, island biogeography, null models, and keystone species. Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153 Credits: 4 cr. Laboratory Fee: yes
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3.00 Credits
A study of the plant kingdom, emphasizing the diverse ways that plants have adapted to the environment. The course considers the evolution, diversity, structure, and internal processes of plants and includes laboratories designed to explore relationships between plant form and function. Prerequisites: BI 151, BI 153 Credits: 4 cr. Laboratory Fee: yes
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