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  • BIOL 260: Nutrition and Diet Therapy

    3.00 Credits
    New York Institute of Technology

    The purpose of this course is to provide theoretical knowledge that will be useful in clinical practice concerning the roles of food in maintaining health and in treatment of disease. Topics include the physiology of digestion, absorption and metabolism; the nutrient contents of foods, the nutritional requirements of people in health and in illness, and through the life cycle. Specific nutritional requirements of individual diseases will also be covered, as well as the various responsibilities of various health professionals, such as dietitians, nurses and physicians in comprehensive care of the patient. Prerequisite: CHEM 215 Corequisite: BIOL 310.
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  • BIOL 270: Pathophysiology

    3.00 Credits
    New York Institute of Technology

    This course focuses on the basic physiological mechanisms and principles involved in the development of illness. It is intended to relate specific lesions and dysfunctions to the Origins of specific diseases. Topics include the role of microbial infection in disorders of the immune system, disorders of the vascular system and heart, especially as affected by nutritional factors; the origin and effects of tumors; the study of the gene dysfunctions. The latter part of the course provides brief descriptions of the more important diseases of organs and organ systems (cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, hematopoietic, etc.) with emphasis on pathogenetic mechanisms. Prerequisites: BIOL 310.
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  • BIOL 310: Human Physiology

    4.00 Credits
    New York Institute of Technology

    An introductory course in the functions and mechanisms of the human body. Laboratory exercises include the detection and measurement of these functions using modern methods. Prerequisites: BIOL 150 and CHEM 250 or CHEM 215.
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  • BIOL 315: Neuroscience

    3.00 Credits
    New York Institute of Technology

    The student will acquire a basic understanding of the anatomy of the nervous system and its functioning. Histology of nervous tissue, major divisions of the central and peripheral nervous systems and embryological development are introduced. The topographic and intimal anatomy of the central nervous system, including the spinal cord, brain stem, midbrain, diencephalon and forebrain, are then discussed. Functional aspects are emphasized and examples of common clinical problems are given. A systems approach is also used to introduce the special senses, including vision, audition, olfaction, and the general systems of sensation and motor functioning. The hypothalamus, the autonomic nervous system and the limbic areas are also presented. Neuroscience and clinical subjects are also emphasized, as well as higher cognitive functioning, reflex activity and circadian rhythms. Prerequisites: BIOL 310.
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  • BIOL 330: Microbiology

    4.00 Credits
    New York Institute of Technology

    A first course in microbiology which treats the anatomy, physiology, and relationships of bacteria, fungi, viruses, Rickettsiae, and protozoa. Included are discussions of the role of microorganisms in the food industry, in the environment, and in health. Prerequisites: BIOL 150 and CHEM 210 or CHEM 215.
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  • BIOL 335: Seminar in Biomedicine I

    2.00 Credits
    New York Institute of Technology

    A seminar on selected topics of current interest in the fields of life science and biomedical engineering. Students are required to attend meetings of professional societies. Prerequisite: BIOL 340. (Offered only if there is sufficient demand.)
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  • BIOL 340: Biochemistry

    4.00 Credits
    New York Institute of Technology

    A practical introduction to the fundamentals of the structure and properties of the biomolecules in close context with their metabolism. Major emphasis is placed on the dynamic nature of biochemistry and the interrelationships of the various metabolic pathways that make up the totality of life. Work in the laboratory illustrates the more common biochemistry techniques and principles encountered in the lecture. Prerequisite: CHEM 250, BIOL 150.
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  • BIOL 345: Medical Microbiology

    4.00 Credits
    New York Institute of Technology

    The purpose of the course is to acquaint students entering the health professions with basic understanding and skills in Microbiology, especially dealing with agents of infectious disease. In addition, chemical methods of controlling microbial growth, immunity, parasitology, nosocomial infections, microbial metabolism and chemotherapeutic agents will be discussed. Prerequisites: CHEM 215, BIOL 310.
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  • BIOL 401: Introduction to Bioinformatics

    3.00 Credits
    New York Institute of Technology

    An introduction to specific uses of computers in biology. The course will survey a wide range of software written to aid research in the Life Sciences and examine the general design of this software. The course will provide examples of biocomputer analysis using software available from various sources. Class assignments will provide first hand experience in the use of these tools. Prerequisites: BIOL 340.
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  • BIOL 410: Genetics

    4.00 Credits
    New York Institute of Technology

    A study of the fundamental theories, methods, and application of genetics. Mendelian genetics, the foundation for the discipline, will be discussed as well as recent advances, including recombinant DNA research and cloning. Operational or modern genetics will be compared to traditional theories. Other topics will include: the operon, microbial genetics, the triplet code, complementation analysis, extra chromosomal inheritance, and population genetics. Prerequisites/ Corequisite: BIOL 310.
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