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3.00 Credits
One unit. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory weekly. In the beginning, this course familiarizes the students with the energetic basis of life, discussing the processes of photosynthesis, fermentation and respiration. The course then addresses the anatomy and physiology of plants and animals in general, as well as on the level of a number of specifi c functions, including water and electrolyte balance, nutrition and sensory systems. This course discusses comparative aspects of forms and functions as various organismal groups adopt similar structural and physiological solutions to address similar environmental challenges. This course is not recommended for non-science majors. Prerequisite: Biology 213. Offered fall and spring semesters.
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3.00 Credits
One unit. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory weekly. A course designed to familiarize students with fundamental biological principles emphasizing DNA replication, transcription, translation, control of gene expression, and genomics. Gametogenesis, fertilization, early embryonic development, sex, and reproduction are considered in light of the molecular mechanisms involved. Laboratory experiments give students hands-on experience with various aspects of molecular biology and development. Cross-listed w/MI 219.This course is not recommended for non-science majors. Prerequisite: BI 213. Offered fall and spring semesters.
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3.00 Credits
One unit. Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation weekly. This course provides an introduction to hypothesis testing, experimental design, and the statistical treatment of biological information. Fundamental aspects of data analysis are presented, including parametric and nonparametric testing procedures commonly used in biological research. Cross-listed w/MI 221. Prerequisites: Completion of any mathematics defi ciencies; One unit of Biology or One unit of Microbiology and sophomore standing or permission of the instructor. Offered fall and spring semesters.
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2.00 Credits
One unit. Two hours of lecture and two laboratories of two hours weekly. A basic survey of the Plant Kingdom, including anatomy, development, reproduction, physiology, and evolution. Prerequisites: The following four foundation Biology courses (213, 215, 217, and 219). Students not majoring in Biology should have BI 130 or 215 and permission of the instructor. Offered as needed.
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3.00 Credits
One unit. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory weekly. A study of the structure, function, classifi cation, and life histories of the major groups of invertebrates. Prerequisites: The following four foundation Biology courses (213, 215, 217, and 219). Students not majoring in Biology should have BI 130 or 215 and permission of the instructor. Offered as needed.
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1.00 Credits
One unit. Weekly lecture(s). Discussion and analysis of problems in biology which are not covered in regular course work. The specifi c content of the course remains fl exible in response to student and departmental interest. Special topics may be taken more than once with differing subject matters. Offered periodically; consult department chair. A nonrefundable laboratory fee is required.
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3.00 Credits
One unit. Three hours of lecture, one hour of recitation, and two hours of laboratory weekly. This course examines the principles of animal behavior from several perspectives, such as classical ethology, behavioral ecology and sociobiology, comparative psychology, behavior genetics, behavioral endocrinology, and neuroethology. Such topics as communication, social organization, sexual selection, habitat selection, and the nature/nurture debate are investigated. Prerequisites: BI 213 and either BI 215 or PS 101. Offered spring semester of odd numbered years.
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3.00 Credits
One unit. Three hours of lecture, three hours of laboratory/recitation weekly. A study of the nervous system with special emphasis on human brain and spinal cord. Chemical, histological, anatomical and physiological aspects are covered. Prerequisites: The following four foundation Biology courses (213, 215, 217, and 219). Students not majoring in Biology should have two major courses in Biology and permission of the instructor. Offered spring semester of odd-numbered years.
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3.00 Credits
One unit. Three hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory and one hour of recitation weekly. Topics covered include classical genetics, human genetics, developmental and cancer genetics, population and evolutionary genetics. A weekly recitation deals with problems from the end of each chapter. Lab exercises include chromosome preparation from plants, animals, and human; karyotyping and pedigree analyses; Drosophila experiments using a virtual fl y lab; cancer genetics; and testing the Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium. Movies on recent developments in genetics and journal articles are assigned for classroom discussions and student presentations. Prerequisites: All fi ve foundation Biology courses (213, 215, 217, 219, and 221). Students not majoring in Biology should have BI 219 and 221 (or equivalent) and permission of the instructor. CH 112 is a prerequisite for all students. Offered fall semester.
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2.00 Credits
One unit. Two hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory weekly. In the beginning of this lab-intensive course, the evolution of vertebrates within the phylum Chordata is discussed. The morphological and anatomical similarities and diversities of the vertebrate classes are then studied on the level of their organ systems. Through these studies students uncover evolutionary relationships between the different vertebrate groups and become aware of different adaptations to environmental challenges. Laboratories use the vertebrate collection and concentrate on dissections of representatives of the different vertebrate classes. During the laboratories the students compose their personal dissection guide for vertebrates. Not open to students who have successfully completed Biology 209, 210. Prerequisites include the following four foundation biology courses: Biology 213, 215, 217 and 219. Students not majoring in biology should have Biology 217 and permission of the instructor. Offered fall semester of odd-numbered years.
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