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3.00 Credits
A non-majors level course designed to introduce students to the biological world and the fundamentals of scientific inquiry. Topics covered include the evolution of life, a brief survey of the six kingdoms of life with ecological interactions, and a survey of selected human body systems. Topics in lecture are emphasized through corresponding laboratory exercises. Lecture 3 hours, Laboratory 2 hours per week. Cannot be used to satisfy a requirement in the Division of Natural Science. 4 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
A one-semester study of the structure and function of the human organ systems. Basic anatomy and physiology of each system is discussed. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
An introductory level study of organism biology. A taxonomic approach is used to develop a sequential presentation of multicellular animals. Form and function is used as the format to present organs, organ systems, structure, metabolism, physiology and other similarities and differences among animal groups. The laboratory component permits continued emphasis in this area using selected animals as model systems, field observations and experimentation to highlight basic principles. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: C or better in Biology 210 or WPI. 4 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
An introductory level study of the biological concepts of plants as organisms. A taxonomic approach is used to develop appreciation of plant diversity, morphology and structure. The laboratory component uses selected examples to highlight diversity. Field observations and experimentation are used to highlight basic principles. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: C or better Biology 210 or WPI. 4 semester hours
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2.00 Credits
A study of the progression of life with emphasis on the mechanisms of evolution. An analysis of the distribution patterns of plants and animals. Consideration of the theory and fossil records. 2 semester hours
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4.00 Credits
A course to present the mechanisms of inheritance and the concept of the gene. Both traditional Mendelian as well as molecular concepts included. Genome organization, packaging, regulation and function are presented in depth. Prerequisite: C or better Biology 211 or 271, or WPI. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. 4 semester hours
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4.00 Credits
A study of animal physiology with focus on individual capabilities of organ systems. The concept of homeostasis and the significance of nervous, excretory and endocrine regulation. Prerequisite: C or better Biology 210, 211 or WPI. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. 4 semester hours
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2.00 Credits
Introduction to the taxonomy and distribution of West Virginia plants. Emphasis is placed on common wildflower and tree species. Basic form and function of vascular plants is also discussed. Techniques of field identification, collection, and preservation are covered in the laboratory component. There will be 2 hours of lecture per week and 4 hours of laboratory per week, as well as field trips. Prerequisite: C or better Biology 210, 211, or Environmental Science 210, 211. 4 semester hours
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4.00 Credits
A class designed to introduce students of the systematics, behavior, and major taxa, physiology and ecology of mammals. Emphasis will be on, but not restricted to North American mammals. Laboratories will be field-based, focusing on identifications, collection and preservation of specimens. Prerequisites: C or better Biology 210, 211 and/or Environmental Science 210, 211. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week, as well as field trips. 4 semester hours
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4.00 Credits
A study of biology communities and ecosystems. Concepts such as natural selection, speciation, community succession and biomes are studied. Biogeochemical cycles and population regulation are also included. The laboratory component is used for field analysis and development of themes presented in lecture. Prerequisite: C or better Biology 210 and 211 or Environmental Science 210 and 211 recommended. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week, as well as field trips. 4 semester hours
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