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4.00 Credits
Ecology is an examination of ecological principles that pertain to terrestrial populations, communities, ecosystems, biomes and the biosphere. A central focus of this course is on the interactions between organisms and between organisms and the non-living environment, and how such interactions manifest themselves in ecosystem patterns and processes. Laboratory and field work include student projects involving physiological ecology, vegetation sampling, study of species diversity in a variety of habitats and analysis of prairie and forest ecosystems. Lecture and laboratory. (fall) Prerequisites: BIO 103 and BIO 240
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4.00 Credits
Microbiology is the study of morphology, physiology and systematics of bacteria with a special emphasis on biochemical reactions which serve as a basis for bacterial identification. Included in the course is a brief survey of yeasts, molds, viruses and rickettsiae. Consideration is given to microorganisms in their relationship to disease, i.e., infection, antibiotics and immunity; as well as their relationship to soil and water. Identification of unknown bacteria and an independent project are carried out by each student. Lecture and laboratory. (fall) Prerequisites: One year of chemistry and BIO 103; Recommended: BIO 203 and BIO 204
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4.00 Credits
This course offers an introduction to the principles of classical Mendelian genetics and the principles and techniques of modern molecular genetics. Topics to be covered include Mendel's laws, gene linkage, genetic recombination and chromosome mapping, followed by a study of the chemistry of DNA and the molecular mechanics of transcription, translation, replication controls on gene expression and modern manipulation of DNA. Lecture and laboratory. (spring odd) Prerequisites: One year of chemistry and BIO 103
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4.00 Credits
The study of gametogenesis, fertilization, differentiation, organogenesis and system development is covered in this course. Laboratory activities include preparation of histological sections, physiological and morphological study of live embryos of frog and chick and a study of serial sections of the frog, chick and pig. An independent laboratory project is carried out by each student. Lecture and laboratory. (spring odd) Prerequisites: One year of chemistry and BIO 204
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4.00 Credits
This course involves the study of topics in protein biology and biochemistry, including protein structure, function, isolation, molecular evolution and the detection and molecular basis of disease. Emphasized are the organization and complexity of the prokaryotic and eukaryotic cellular infrastructure, genomes, gene function and regulation and the structure of the eukaryotic chromosome. Molecular techniques are developed throughout the course. Techniques include electrophoresis, affinity chromatography, peptide mapping, enzyme cytochemistry, western blot, southern blot and nucleic acid analysis. Lecture and laboratory. (fall) Prerequisites: CHM 111, CHM 112 and BIO 103
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4.00 Credits
Histology is the study of microscopic structure in mammalian tissues and organs. Emphasis is placed on functional relationships of structures. Lecture and laboratory. (spring even) Prerequisite: BIO 204
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4.00 Credits
This course examines ecological principles that pertain to freshwater populations, communities and ecosystems, and the biological, chemical and physical analyses of freshwater habitats. Each student works a group to perform an in-depth analysis of an aquatic ecosystem in southeastern South Dakota. Field and laboratory work are project-oriented, with each student conducting his or her own research project throughout the course of study. Studies include the geological, physical, chemical and biological parameters of lakes and streams with emphasis on their biotic communities. Statistical data analysis and presentation of results are required. Lecture and laboratory. (on demand) Prerequisite: BIO 310
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1.00 Credits
This second course of a three-course sequence (290/390/490) is designed to prepare students for independent research, the presentation requirements for most summer research experiences and to support students for successful undergraduate research. The general goal of the course is to acquaint students with scientific literature, identifying key components of a scientific paper and the mechanics of developing and presenting a scientific poster. (spring) Prerequisite: two courses in Biology and BIO 290
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1.00 - 16.00 Credits
This semester, off-campus program may include placement in a research laboratory or an internship program. The experience may include participation in research under a senior investigator or in an internship project working with a qualified staff. The student chooses an on-campus supervisor who will visit him/her during the semester. This program is designed to better prepare a student for employment after graduation. (on demand) Prerequisites: six courses in biology (excluding BIO 386 and BIO 498) with a GPA of at least 2.0 in biology and the consent of the department faculty.
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1.00 Credits
This final course in a three-course sequence (290/390/490) is designed to give the student an opportunity to carry out a careful review of the literature on a topic of his or her choice, to write an abstract and paper on that topic and to present the information in an oral report to the natural science faculty and students. (spring) Prerequisite: four courses in biology and BIO 390
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