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3.00 Credits
3 Credit Hours Fall/Spring Sems. This is a general ecology course that stresses niche parameters, population dynamics and regulation, species interactions, and community organizations and change. The course concludes with a coverage of the basics of ecosystem ecology. In the lab component, field work and work with computer models reinforce concepts covered in class. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab). Prerequisites: Biology I and II (BIO 101, BIO 102).
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3.00 Credits
3 Credit Hours d.b.a This course will address the development and current state of evolutionary theory. Students will learn about sources of genetic variation, natural selection and other processes involved in molecular evolution. The course will also address population genetics, the formation of new species and macro-evolutionary processes. (3 hours lecture). Prerequisites: Biology I and II (BIO 101, BIO 102).
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3.00 Credits
3 Credit Hours d.b.a. This course is a survey of the study of inheritance. It begins with a review of the fundamental concepts of Mendelian inheritance and basic cellular and molecular mechanisms. It also covers linkage, gene expression and regulation, mutation, quantitative analysis, gene maps, sequencing studies, and biotechnology. The course will conclude with a discussion of human genetics and population genetics. (3 hours lecture). Prerequisites: Biology I and II (BIO 101, BIO 102).
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4.00 Credits
4 Credit Hours Spring Sem. This course begins with the presentation of the basic characteristics and functions of the major groups of microorganisms, and while eukaryotic microorganisms, archaea and viruses will be introduced, the emphasis of the course is on the bacteria. Topics to be covered include cell morphology and structures, growth requirements, metabolic processes, means of reproduction and means of genetic variation. Additional topics address the influence of pathogenic microorganisms on other organisms, the mechanisms for defense and methods of control against such pathogens, and the role of microorganisms in the environment. During laboratory sessions, students will learn the standard procedures necessary for the study of microorganisms, and explore the features and functions of representative microorganisms. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab). Prerequisites: Biology I and II (BIO 101, BIO 102), Chemistry I and II (CHE 141, CHE 142).
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3.00 Credits
3 Credit Hours d.b.a. This course focuses on two complementary aspects of plant biology: terrestrial plant ecology and plant systematics. For the plant ecology portion, this course will address the underpinnings of the field including a brief history, the species or plant population as an ecological unit, the plant community as an ecological unit, and the influence of environmental factors on individual plants, plant populations, and plant communities. Succession and disturbance will be investigated in the context of the ecosystem concept. In addition, the sampling and classification of plant communities will be addressed. For the plant systematics portion of this course, students will learn how major groups of vascular plants are classified, named, and identified. Special attention will be given to the identification of the native regional flora. (3 hours lecture). Prerequisites: Biology I and II (BIO 101, BIO 102) and General Ecology (BIO 210), or permission of the instructor.
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4.00 Credits
4 Credit Hours d.b.a. This course will present the cell theory which is concerned with the principles that are relevant to all of the biological sciences, and one of the unifying concepts in modern biological science. The knowledge of fundamentals of cell structure and function will provide a foundation in cell biology that will support further learning in fields related to biology. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab). Prerequisites: Biology I and II (BIO 101, BIO 102), Organic Chemistry (CHE 241), Genetics (BIO 325).
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4.00 Credits
4 Credit Hours d.b.a. The first semester of a two-semester sequence dealing with the anatomy & physiology of the human body. In this first semester, the students will begin with an introduction to the biochemistry and cell biology of the tissues that make up the organ systems of the body. Then the subject matter will deal specifically with the individual organ systems. The first group of organ systems covered will be those involved with the protection, support and movement of the body. The remainder of the semester will be spent investigating the role of the nervous system in regulation and integration of the body. Each week there will be a laboratory devoted to exploring basic physiological mechanisms, such as muscle mechanics, or identification of anatomical structures by dissection of animal models. (3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab). Prerequisites: Biology I and II (BIO 101, BIO 102).
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4.00 Credits
4 Credit Hours d.b.a. The second semester of a two-semester sequence dealing with the anatomy & physiology of the human body. In this semester, the students will continue their studies on the structure and function of the human organ systems. The semester will be devoted to studies of the organ systems involved in maintenance of the body, reproduction and embryonic development. Each week there will be a laboratory devoted to exploring basic physiological mechanisms, such as mechanics of the heart cycle, lung mechanics and kidney function or identification of anatomical structures by dissection of animal models. (3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab). Prerequisites: Biology I and II (BIO 101, BIO 102). A&P I (BIO 350)
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3.00 Credits
3 Credit Hours Spring Sem. This course presents the study of the structure and function of plant and plant parts. The metabolic processes of plants will be studied, including reproduction, photosynthesis, growth, and development. The responses of plants to environmental and seasonal influences will also be covered. Laboratory sessions will allow students to explore topics and gain a greater understanding through the process of discovery. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab). Prerequisites: Biology I and II (BIO 101, BIO 102) and Chemistry I or II (CHE 141, CHE 142).
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4.00 Credits
4 Credit Hours Fall Sem. Students will learn about the biology and classification of insects. Topics covered include insect diversity, morphology, physiology, and behavior. For the lab portion of the course, students will collect, observe, and classify insects based on morphological characteristics. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab). Prerequisites: Biology I and II (BIO 101, BIO 102) or permission of the instructor.
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