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1.00 Credits
HIATUS - This course is not currently being taught - Lab portion of BIOL 4440. Offered upon sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Collect insects for study using a range of aquatic, aerial and terrestrial field collecting techniques. 2. Identify all orders and common families of insects. 3. Create a photographic collection of local insects. Course fee required.
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3.00 Credits
Fulfills a physiology elective for students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree. Covers physiological adaptations of vertebrates, including general functions of each organ system and enlightening examples of specific adaptations in those systems in certain taxa. Successful completers will demonstrate a thorough, broad understanding of how vertebrate organisms accomplish the necessary tasks of regulating the internal environment in a variety of ways. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain the normal functions of the major body systems of vertebrates. 2. Describe common disorders of vertebrate systems, and the biochemistry underlying these disorders. 3. Explain the fundamental importance of heat, water availability, and body size in the evolution of vertebrates. 4. Apply knowledge gained in the course to human physiology where appropriate. Prerequisites: BIOL 3010, BIOL 3030 and CHEM 1220 (Grade C or higher). Corequisite: BIOL 4505. FA
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1.00 Credits
Lab portion of BIOL 4500. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Design and conduct original laboratory experiments measuring physiological data to evaluate relevant hypotheses. 2. Explain the advantages and limitations of various methods used by vertebrate physiologists. 3. Design and present original, hypothesis-driven research in a university setting. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CHEM 1225 (Grade C or higher). Corequisite: BIOL 4500. FA
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3.00 Credits
Psychobiology is a senior-level course with a laboratory component. Nerve cell conduction, neurotransmission, and neuroanatomy are investigated in the context of human cognition and behavior through lecture, discussion, neural simulation, and lab dissection. A research-based approach is used throughout the course, and students complete research projects in lab using neural simulation software. Ethical issues in brain research are integrated into discussions when relevant. Dual listed with PSY 4520. Students may only take one course for credit. Co-requisite: PSY 4525 or BIOL 4525. Prerequisites: PSY 3710 OR BIOL 2420 (either Grade C or higher); AND PSY 3000 OR BIOL 3150 (either Grade C or higher); AND Psychology major, Biology major, or Integrated Studies major with Psychology or Biology emphasis. SP (Even
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1.00 Credits
Lab portion of PSY 4520 / BIOL 4520. Dual listed with PSY 4525. Students may only take one course for credit. Course fee required. Prerequisites: PSY 3710 OR BIOL 2420 (either Grade C or higher); AND PSY 3000 OR BIOL 3150 (either Grade C or higher); AND Psychology major, Biology major, or Integrated Studies major with Psychology or Biology emphasis. Corequisites: PSY 4520 or BIOL 4520. SP (even)
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3.00 Credits
Fulfills a physiology elective for students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree who desire more coverage of botany topics. Emphasizes physical and chemical basis of plant life relative to absorption, transpiration, manufacture of foods, growth, and reproduction. Successful completers will have an understanding of the interaction between the structure and function of plants. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe and apply the fundamental concepts of plant physiology. 2. Describe the physiological mechanisms of plant growth, function, and development. 3. Explain how plants respond to their environment and apply the information to scientific and agricultural scenarios. Prerequisites: BIOL 3010, BIOL 3030; and CHEM 1220 (Grade C or higher). Corequisite: BIOL 4605. SP
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1.00 Credits
Lab portion of BIOL 4600, providing hands-on activities involving observation and measurement of various plant functions and requiring students to collect and summarize data in reports. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply and experiment with the fundamental concepts of plant physiology. 2. Describe the physiological mechanisms of plant growth, function, and development. 3. Compare how different plants respond to their environment and apply the information to scientific and agricultural scenarios. Course fee required. Prerequisite:CHEM 1225 (Grade C or higher). Corequisite: BIOL 4600. SP
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Individual areas of study will be assigned to students based on preparation and interest. Students will be expected to write a paper (using supporting scientific sources) related to the problem studied. No more than 6 credits in any combination of internship, independent research, or senior thesis can count toward Biology degree requirements. Variable credit: 1.0 - 6.0. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduation and program restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Articulate a clear biological research question or problem and formulate testable hypotheses. 2. Define and articulate terminology, concepts, and theory relevant to a particular research project. 3. Define and apply various research methodologies and when to apply them. 4. Identify problems and effectively problem solve to circumvent research setbacks. 5. Report on research to those in the field and broader audiences through research publications and/or public presentations. Prerequisites: Advanced standing; AND Instructor permission. FA, SP, SU
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1.00 - 8.00 Credits
For students who are granted and accept an internship with an approved employer, or a governmental, non-profit, or private agency, that provides an extensive learning experience in the field of biology. Students must be supervised by an agency representative and a faculty advisor. Written contracts of expectations and terms and permission of the Biology Department Chair are required. No more than 6 credits in any combination of internship, independent research, or senior thesis can count toward Biology degree requirements. Variable credit: 1.0 - 8.0. Repeatable up to 8 credits subject to graduation and program restrictions. Offered based upon sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will: 1. Acquire work experience and an insight as to the type of career possible by observing a qualified provider. 2. Employ proficient writing skills by producing a summary paper at the conclusion of the internship. 3. Demonstrate collaborative team skills while participating in the internship experience. Prerequisites: Advanced standing; and Instructor permission. FA, SP, SU
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1.00 Credits
Senior Seminar is required of students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree. Topics and themes will vary. Each student will be expected to lead the class in a current research and literature in the general fields of biological science for one week and submit a synthesis paper on a selected topic. Limited enrollment course. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate the ability to utilize a scientific journal database to obtain information about a specific biological question or interest. 2. Paraphrase, interpret, and evaluate scientific papers. 3. Demonstrate effective communication of current topics in biology to the public in both written and oral forms. 4. Demonstrate the use of current presentation software. 5. Develop skills to summarize information learned from scientific literature and oral presentations and ask relevant questions. Course fee required. Prerequisites: ENGL 2010 and Advanced Standing in the Biology Program. FA, SP
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