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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Introduces students to the study of , viruses, from a scientific perspective. Learning , topics will include the basic structure and , organization of viral families, the molecular , biology of viral infection, replication and , pathogenesis, and current preventative vaccine and, anti-viral drug development efforts. Lectures , will be supplemented with review of current , scientific literature.
Prerequisite:
BI-151 and BI-152
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4.00 Credits
Cross-listed with CH-435. The chemistry of, biomolecules. This course introduces the student, to the structure and, function of lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, and, carbohydrates, with a focus on chemical, properties. Specific examples from the current, literature will be discussed. Lecture 3 hours, lab, 3 hours. Course fee.,
Prerequisite:
CH-231 and CH-232., Must register for BI-435L.
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4.00 Credits
Cross-listed with CH-436., A continuation of BI-435. This course examines, membrane structure and function, the chemical, basis of signaling, and a detailed analysis of, bioenergetics and regulation of metabolism from a, structural perspective. Review and discussion of, current scientific literature through written, assignments and oral presentations promote, critical thinking. Lecture 3 hours, lab 3 hours., Course fee.
Prerequisite:
BI/CH-435., Must register for BI-436L.
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3.00 Credits
A review of the history, causes, therapies, and, social implications of human cancer. This is a, seminar course with a heavy emphasis on the, interpretation and discussion of data from primary, research articles.
Prerequisite:
BI-255
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3.00 Credits
A capstone experience for the biology major. It, includes considerations about scientific, communication, literature searching, scientific, research, ethics and critical examination and, evaluation of primary research literature., Students give and attend seminars. The course, culminates in the mentored writing of a research, proposal. Students review general biology in, preparation for a standardized Major Field, Examination.
Prerequisite:
Junior biology major status
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4.00 Credits
A continuation of BI 455. Students complete, their research projects begun in BI 455, submit a, thesis, and orally present their research at a, departmental seminar. Students attend scientific, seminars and present seminars. Lecture 3 hours,, lab 3 hours. Course fee.
Prerequisite:
BI-455
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3.00 Credits
Student research in a specific area of biology., The research will be in the research mentor's, field of competence and interest., The student is responsible for developing and, completing an experimental research project of, professional quality., Regular discussions with the research mentor and, other project personnel are required. A minimum, time commitment of 9 hours per week is expected., Admission by permission of instructor. Course fee.
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1.00 Credits
An introductory research experience in biology., Research will be in the research mentor's field, of competence and interest. The expectations and, responsibilities of the student will be, determined by the individual research mentor., Regular discussions with the research mentor and, other project personnel are required. A minimum, time committment of 3 hours per week is expected., Admission by permission of the instructor. Course, fee.
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3.00 Credits
We live in an era of scientific revolution: the, ability to redesign the very fabric of life, itself through a collective set of tools called, biotechnology. This course will explore the, scientific basis of these tools as well as their, social and moral implications. Limited to, juniors and seniors.
Prerequisite:
TH-109. , Limited to juniors and seniors.
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3.00 Credits
An independent investigation of an area of biology, selected by the student in accordance with his or, her background and interest under the guidance of, a staff member. Library work is required. Limited, to qualified juniors and seniors. Admission by, permission of department chair.
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