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4.00 Credits
This is a non-majors course in human anatomy. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify major organs and structures in body systems. Students will engage in dissection and use of the cadaver to learn human anatomy. Prerequisite: BIO 101. Offered every fall term.
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4.00 Credits
This is a non-majors course in human physiology. Upon completion of this course, students will understand the major function of each organ system and how each system contributes to homeostasis of the organism. Students will engage in investigative lab experiments to understand physiological concepts such as movement across a membrane, reflex arcs, neural conduction, muscle contraction, electrocardiograms and other cardiovascular measurements, and urinalysis. Students will apply these concepts to case studies of human disease and injury. Prerequisite: BIO 101. Offered spring term.
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4.00 Credits
Genetics is the study of inheritance - how traits are passed from parents to offspring. In this course inheritance will be examined in terms of classical or transmission genetics and also at the molecular level through the study of structure, function and expression of the DNA molecules themselves in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Additional topics will include genomics, genetic engineering, cloning, gene therapy, population, conservation and evolutionary genetics. Students completing this course will have a thorough understanding of classical and molecular genetics concepts, experience with basic genetics laboratory techniques and be prepared to continue with upper level biology electives. Prerequisites: BIO 120 or permission. Offered fall term.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
An investigation of topics not offered in other courses, selected on the basis of student interest and available instruction.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
An opportunity for supervised, independent study of a particular topic based on the interest of the student and the availability and approval of the faculty.
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3.00 Credits
An introductory course to the use of statistics and study designs in biology in preparation for BIO 495/496, Senior Research. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to design experimental, quasi-experimental and observational studies that will meet regulatory guidelines; collect, analyze, and interpret data using appropriate statistical tools; and submit their study for publication. Prerequisite: BIO 120, 121, permission.
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4.00 Credits
Questions concerning the behavior of individuals and populations are explored in a mechanistic and evolutionary context. The relationships of animal behavior studies to ecology, taxonomy, evolution, and genetics are investigated, as well as the anatomical and physiological basis of behavior. Upon successful completion of this course, students will develop an understanding of the behavior of animals in field and laboratory and will also become aware of the adaptive significance of behavior. Prerequisite: BIO 120, 121, permission. Offered alternate fall terms.
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4.00 Credits
People and other animals, constantly besieged by disease-causing microorganisms, are more often healthy than ill. This course introduces the student to the reasons for this relative state of good health: a complex array of organs (bone marrow, thymus, lymph nodes, etc.), cells (lymphocytes, macrophages, dendritic cells, etc.), and chemicals (antibodies, lymphokines, etc.) that constitute the immune system. Upon successful completion of this course students will understand the structures and functions of the innate and acquired immune systems, and the implications for health and disease. Prerequisite: BIO 120, 121, 260. Offered alternate fall terms.
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4.00 Credits
A survey of three major groups of organisms - algae, fungi and plants - with an emphasis on life histories, diversity, evolutionary relationships, ecological significance, economic importance and vascular plant anatomy and physiology. Upon the completion of this course students will gain an understanding of the role of plants in the environment, the significance of many of their adaptations and the diversity of the plant community. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, 260. Offered spring term.
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4.00 Credits
A survey of the animal kingdom, stressing evolutionary relationships, anatomy, ecology, special adaptations, and biological significance of the various groups. Upon successful completion of this course students will have a broad understanding of the diversity of animal forms and their mechanisms for survival and evolutionary relationships. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, 260. Offered fall term.
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