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  • 4.00 Credits

    The correlation between microscopic structure and cellular function will be emphasized in this study of the microanatomy of animal cells. The theory and usual techniques of preparing fresh animal tissue for histological examination are explored. Lecture: 3 hours; Laboratory: 3 hours. Prerequisite: BIOL 311.
  • 4.00 Credits

    This course examines the structural evolution of vertebrate organs and organ systems, with special attention to gross functional anatomy and to morphological adaptations for aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Laboratory observations provide the central focus of the course. Each student dissects a shark, a cat, and selected other vertebrate materials. Lecture: 2 hours; Laboratory: 5 hours. Prerequisite: BIOL 128C or the equivalent.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course examines the structure and function of the nervous system. Information in the brain is considered at the molecular, cellular, and circuit levels of organization. Disorders of the nervous system are also explored. Prerequisites: BIOL 311, 311L.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This lab-oriented course deals with experimental methods in each of the major areas of investigation involving the isolation and culture of plant and animal cells, including: sterile techniques, media preparation, establishment of cell lines, cell line maintenance, and somatic fusion and isolation. These methods are employed in many different disciplines, from the basic sciences of cell and molecular biology to the rapidly developing areas of biotechnology. Prerequisites: BIOL 311, 311L, and permission of instructor.
  • 1.00 Credits

    (Formerly Research Methods and Scientific Communication) This course is designed to help students identify and explore different career opportunities and gain an understanding of the training requirements of specific careers. Particular emphasis is placed upon preparing to apply for graduate and professional studies leading to careers in science and the health professions. Topics include choosing a career, researching training programs, investigating the application process, financing advanced education, exploring entrance exams for professional schools, interviewing skills, creating résumés and portfolios, and considering professionaletiquette. Oral and written communication skills are emphasized throughout, and special attention is given to the practice of effective scientific communication. This course is designed for Biology majors; all students participating in this course are expected to be Biology majors and have junior status.
  • 4.00 Credits

    This course examines the principles of development at the body plan, organ, tissue, cell, molecular, and genetic level. This course is devoted to the study of animal development and concerned with the causal basis of developmental events. Topics include: embryonic organization, the role of genes in development, inductive interactions, morphogenesis, and pattern formation. A selection of laboratory techniques commonly applied to developmental questions including immunocytochemistry and fluorescent light microscopy reinforces these topics. Lecture: 3 hours; Laboratory: 3 hours. Prerequisites: BIOL 311, 311L.
  • 3.00 Credits

    "Nothing in biology makes sense except in the light of evolution." (T.Dobzhansky) This course explores evolution-the central, unifying theme of the biological sciences-in some depth. Particular attention is paid to classical Darwinism and other ideas in the history of evolutionary thought, the genetics and ecology of populations, speciation, molecular evolution, and extinction theory. Prerequisites: BIOL 120C, 127L, 128C. Restriction: Junior or senior status.
  • 3.00 Credits

    The biodiversity, life histories, and social behavior of vertebrates are studied in this course, with special attention to reptiles, birds, and mammals. Consideration is given to their phylogenetic systematics, zoogeography, and mating systems. Prerequisite: BIOL 128C.
  • 4.00 Credits

    This course examines the effect of the environment on the growth and distribution of plants and animals at the level of the individual, population, community, and ecosystem. The factors affecting the deterioration of our environment are also investigated. Lecture: 3 hours; Laboratory: 3 hours. Prerequisites: BIOL 120C, 127L, 128C, 213, CHEM 103, 103L, 104, 104L.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Microbial diversity is key to the operation of the biosphere. This course will examine the evolution and speciation of microorganisms, microbial life on land and in the sea, species that inhabit extreme environments (i.e., hot springs and polar sea ice), bacterial communication and biofilm formation, and symbiosis between microorganisms and plants, animals, and humans. Timely topics, such as microbes in space, microbial bioremediation and biodegradation, will also be addressed. This course will include critical analyses of primary and secondary scientific literature and will incorporate a semester-long research project within the scheduled course time. Prerequisites: BIOL 120C, 127L, 128C, 214.
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