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4.00 Credits
This course offers a detailed study of the structure and function of DNA, RNA, chromatin, transposable elements and repetitive DNA. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have a thorough understanding of the molecular events governing the cell cycle, DNA replication, basal and regulated transcription, transcript processing, translation, post-translational modification and a variety of diseases that result from disruptions of these mechanisms. Students will also gain experience with current molecular biology laboratory techniques. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, 260. Offered alternate spring terms
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4.00 Credits
Ecology is the study of how individuals cope with their environment, how populations grow and cycle in the environment and how energy and matter cycle at the level of the landscape. Upon successful completion of this course, students will understand the importance of inter and intraspecific competition, predator prey relationships, coevolutionary interactions such as parasitisms and mutualisms as well as community level processes such as nutrient cycling and productivity. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, 260. Offered fall terms.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the principles of biodiversity conservation and addresses genetic, species, community and ecosystem diversity. It examines the practical application of conservation methods through case studies, as well as addresses the economic realities of action and inaction. Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate an understanding of conservation issues facing the world and will be able to interpret the quality of conservation policies. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, 260. Offered spring as needed.
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4.00 Credits
Microbiology introduces the student to the structure and function of prokaryotic life forms and relevant eukaryotic microbes. Topics addressed include diversity in habitat and metabolic capabilities, historical and current impacts (both positive and negative) on humans and human society, and control and evolution of medically relevant forms. Upon completion of this course, students will be competent in handling microorganisms in lab, understand the importance of microbes to the human state, understand how the metabolic diversity of microbes impacts the earth in its current form, understand that evolution is a central concept in biology, a concept that includes biodiversity, adaptability, change, survival, and mutagenesis, and how evolution fits into a study of microbiology. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, 260. Offered spring term.
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3.00 Credits
This course addresses the historical and present day effects of infectious disease on human society, agriculture, and medical care. Issues of evolution of virulence mechanisms, biological organisms as terrorism weapons and bioterrorism preparedness, public health and disease, antibiotic use and overuse, common and not-so-common plague-causing organisms, vaccination, and more will be considered. Disease agents include bacteria, viruses, and selected eukaryotic pathogens. Students will achieve a solid understanding of the spread, control and cost of disease in the world today. Prerequisites: BIO 348. Offered alternate fall terms.
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3.00 Credits
Evolution is the unifying concept in biology. This course will cover the nature of science, selection process, micro and macro evolution, the theories surrounding the origins of life, and the evidence in the living and paleontological records. Students completing this class will be able to appreciate the breadth and application of evolution to their chosen fields, understand the mechanisms that drive evolution, understand the diversity of life and our origins from a common ancestor. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, 260. Offered alternate fall terms.
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4.00 Credits
Field botany is a laboratory class designed to give students a practical and conceptual understanding of plant sampling techniques. By using various techniques to assess plant productivity, growth, reproduction and survivorship, students will learn the advantages and disadvantages of various sampling methods. Upon the successful completion of this class, students will have a general knowledge of plants typically found in Nebraska and will be able to implement appropriate plant sampling methods. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, 260. Offered alternate fall terms.
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2.00 Credits
Biology Research I is the biology student's introduction to formal research. Each student will select a topic, investigate it thoroughly in the primary scientific literature, identify a faculty research mentor, design experiments, and prepare a written proposal and oral presentation in a formal setting. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have a proposal for their research project to be completed during the senior year in Biology Research II and III (BIO 495 and 496). Prerequisites: BIO 120, 121, 260, junior standing, or permission.
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4.00 Credits
An examination of the roles of microbes in the environment and of several distinctly different ecosystems and their microbial components. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have an understanding of the roles of microbes and microbial processes in shaping the earth's biosphere as we know it today. Prerequisite: BIO 348. Offered alternate spring terms.
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4.00 Credits
This is a detailed course in human anatomy and histology of major body systems. With the successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify the major organs, structures, and the major functions of each body system. They will understand how form leads to function and be able to predict the function of a structure or organ based on its histology and organization. Students will engage in learning these structures and their relationships to each other through anatomical models, histological preparations, and study of human cadavers. Through this investigation, students will be able to predict which organs or body systems are affected with disease or injury. Students will work collaboratively to learn the organization of the human body and will gain an appreciation of the intricacy and detail of the human body. Prerequisites: BIO 120, 260. Offered fall term.
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