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3.00 Credits
Introduction to basic concepts in human genetics and how advances in the field impact health care, biotechnology, public policy, and the law. Topics such as the Human Genome Project, gene therapy, and prenatal testing for genetic disorders will be discussed. Students will gain working knowledge of how scientists think and how they approach research problems. Designed for students with little or no background in biology, chemistry, and mathematics. Will not serve as basis for further work in science nor meet entrance requirements for any health profession. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week. General Education Requirement: (FSNB) Unit(s): 1
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3.00 Credits
Basic ecological principles and selected topics in environmental science, including worldwide impact of growing human population, patterns of energy consumption, and issues of water quality, water management, land use, and biological resources. Application of the scientific method will be incorporated in laboratory component. Will not serve as basis of further work in science nor meet entrance requirements for any health profession. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite(s): High school biology. General Education Requirement: (FSNB) Unit(s): 1
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to causes and consequences of ecological patterns at all scales: individuals, species, communities, and ecosystems. Terrestrial, aquatic, and marine systems are studied, as well as theories and the mathematical and graphical models used to understand them. Some labs require work outside. Will not serve as basis for further work in science nor meet entrance requirements for any health profession. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week. General Education Requirement: (FSNB) Unit(s): 1
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3.00 Credits
Examination of microbes responsible for emerging infectious diseases (and perspective of diseases with significant impact on history) will be used to introduce biological principles evaluating the structure/function of these microbes as well as discussing the role of genetics. The impact of these events as well as the public policy response will be explored. Examples of microbes to be studied include HIV, Ebola, Escherichai coli, Treponema palladium, and Staphylococcus aureus. The scientific method of investigations will be an integral part of the laboratory. Will not serve as basis for further work in science nor meet entrance requirements for any health profession. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week. General Education Requirement: (FSNB) Unit(s): 1
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the ecology and biological diversity of the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed. Environmental issues facing the bay will be explored through direct data collection, observation, and hands-on activities. This is a service-learning course and students will join local 5th-grade classrooms to help teach elementary students about the bay. Will not serve as basis for further work in science nor meet entrance requirements for any health profession. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. General Education Requirement: (FSNB) Unit(s): 1
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3.00 Credits
Biotechnology is the harnessing of biological processes for commercial purposes. We interact with biotechnology products every day, yet many people do not understand what biotechnology is, what it can and cannot do, and why the ethical use of biotechnology is important. Includes topics such as recombinant DNA technology, fermentation, protein engineering, biosensors, and natural products. Students will learn about biotechnology companies, how they work, and the implications of biotechnology in everyday life. Will not serve as basis for further work in science nor meet entrance requirements for any health profession. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week. General Education Requirement: (FSNB) Unit(s): 1
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3.00 Credits
Special topics. Available to high-school students in Summer Scholars program only. Prerequisite(s): Participation in Summer Scholars program. Unit(s): 1
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2.00 Credits
One of two courses taught fall semester as part of Integrated Quantitative Science program. Will integrate topics from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math and Computer Science and will include instructors from all five disciplines. Each semester of the course will be organized around a guiding principle that integrates several concepts. Along with co-requisite, will include ten hours for lecture and lab combination. Prerequisite(s): High school calculus. Co-requisite: Math 190 General Education Requirement: (FSNB) Unit(s): 1
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to how biologists pose questions, design experiments, analyze data, evaluate evidence, and communicate scientific information. Individual sections will have different topics and formats, but all sections will involve intensive student-directed investigation and include a laboratory component. Required for prospective biology majors. Three lecture and two laboratory hours per week. General Education Requirement: (FSNB) Unit(s): 1
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4.00 Credits
Introductory course addressing theory and use of genetics in the biological sciences. Topics include 1) gene organization and transmission through generations, including Mendelian inheritance, linkage and mapping; 2) gene function at the molecular level, including physical nature of DNA, transcription, translation and regulation of gene expression; and 3) genetic analysis of biological processes such as development. Emphasis is on modern genetic techniques and applications. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. 4 sem. hrs. ( FSNB) Date Approved: July 1, 2002.
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