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4.00 Credits
Fall. Credits: 4. An advanced treatment of the organization and functions of eukaryotic cells. Primary emphasis will be placed on the role of biological membranes in such cellular activities as nutrition, secretion, signal transduction, and energy transformations. Emphasis will also be placed on the role of proteins in motility and the regulation of cell metabolism. By itself, this course satisfies an upper level requirement without laboratory for the Biology major; when combined with BCMB 310, it satisfies a requirement for an upper level course with laboratory (see the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology program under Interdisciplinary Study). Prerequisites: Biology 130, 131.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Fall. Credits: 4, 1. A broad study of concepts in the science of ecology. This course stresses the biotic and abiotic interactions which determine the distribution and abundance of organisms. The laboratory component consists of both on-campus laboratory work and intensive aquatic field experiences including at least one overnight outing. Students with organismal and environmental interests desiring a field component are encouraged to participate. Day-long weekend fieldtrips at the beginning of the course are required. Prerequisites: Biology 130, 131 and 140, 141.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Spring. Credits: 4, 1. An interdisciplinary examination of the science of conservation of biological diversity at gene, population, species, and ecosystem levels. Learning the theories and practice of conservation biology and critically evaluating strategies adopted to prevent loss of biodiversity are the main objectives of this course. Laboratories and field work are designed to make the students familiar with research methods and tools used by conservation biologists. (Course offered in alternate years; scheduled for 2008-2009.) Prerequisites: One course in Biology or permission of instructor.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Spring. Credits: 4, 1. A study of the structure and function of genes at the molecular level. Topics include the synthesis of nucleic acids and proteins and the mechanisms of gene expression and control in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. An emphasis will be placed on the design, analysis, and interpretation of classic and contemporary experiments. The laboratory component will teach the student how to conduct and interpret experiments in molecular biology including isolation of DNA, gel electrophoresis, recombinant DNA cloning, and DNA sequencing within the context of specific projects. Prerequisites: Biology 130, 131; Chemistry 111, 111L.
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4.00 Credits
Fall. Credits: 4. Approximately one quarter of the course is devoted to Virology, including the structural basis for classification of viruses and both viral and host aspects of virus infection and replication. The remainder of the course provides an overview of the vertebrate immune system, focusing mainly on specific mechanisms of cellular and humoral immunity. (Course offered in alternate years; scheduled for 2008-2009.) Prerequisites: Biology 130, 131 and 140, 141.
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4.00 Credits
Fall. Credits: 4, 1. A study of the organs and organ systems of animals using both physical and chemical relationships to describe their functional activities and roles in controlling the animal's internal environment. Although primary emphasis will be placed on the vertebrates, the diversity of physiological adaptations of invertebrates will also be examined. Laboratory investigations will include studies of the nervous system responses to external stimuli, functional diversity of vertebrate muscles, regulation of vertebrate cardiac activity, blood pressure and respiration, and regulation of vertebrate salt and water balance. Laboratory experiments will involve the careful and humane use of live vertebrates as research models. Laboratories are scheduled for 4 hours each week. This course satisfies an upper level course with laboratory requirement for the major. Prerequisites: Biology 130, 131 and 140, 141.
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4.00 Credits
Fall. Credits: 4, 1. A comparative approach to the study of vertebrate anatomy, emphasizing evolution, development, and functional significance. This course focuses on the morphological patterns shared by vertebrates. Laboratories will involve dissection of representative vertebrates. Two lecture sessions and not less than 4 hours of lecture/practicum per week. Prerequisites: Biology 140, 141.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Fall. Credits: 4, 1. A study of the microscopic features of animal cells, tissues and organs. This course emphasizes the relationship between microscopic form and function starting with a brief overview of cells and progressing through the different mammalian organ systems. Prerequisites: Biology 130, 131 and 140, 141.
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4.00 Credits
Fall or Spring. Credits: 4 or 4, 1. Introduction to selected advanced biology topics. Topics vary with instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics differ. Course offering may or may not have a laboratory credit associated with the class. Not offered every year. Course may include the equivalent of 3 hours of laboratory each week. Prerequisites: Biology 130, 131 and 140, 141; or permission of instructor.
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4.00 Credits
Spring. Credits: 4, 1. A study of the structural and functional aspects of the central and peripheral nervous systems. Topics covered may range from the processes involved in communication within individual cells of the nervous system to higher order human brain functions such as learning, memory, states of sleep and consciousness, and the physiological regulation of emotions and behavior. Laboratory investigations will give students hands-on experience in electrophysiology, biophysics, and cell biology, and will include studies of intracellular signals of excitable cells, cell culture and investigations of growth and development of the nervous system. Laboratories are scheduled for 4 hours each week. Prerequisites: Biology 130, 131 and 140, 141.
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