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4.00 Credits
A study of the major features of heredity, including patterns of transmission; the nature of hereditary information; the structure, replication, expression, and the regulation of this information. Integrated laboratory exercises focus on the patterns of transmission, the nature of RNA, DNA, and chromosomes, the regulation of gene expression. Modern genetic techniques - such as gel electrophoresis, DNA transformation, and PCR - will be employed. Prerequisite: BIOL 1204 and BIOL 1214 with a minimum grade of C and CHEM 1224 or permission of instructor. Course Rotation: Fall.
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4.00 Credits
Concentrates on fundamental principles of ecology and modern topics of ecological interest, e.g., community and biosphere ecology and biodiversity. Laboratory of a strong field component that emphasizes various data collection methods, identification of local flora and fauna, and statistical analysis. Requires independent effort and may exceed scheduled time. Prerequisites: BIOL 1204 and 1214 with a minimum grade of C and junior standing or permission of the instructor. Course Rotation: Fall odd years.
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3.00 Credits
Studies the writings of Ernst Mayr as a tool for understanding the fundamental philosophical reasoning supporting Darwin's discovery. Takes the student from the time of Darwin and finishes with modern discoveries by this now 150-year-old research program. Employs recitation and lecture format. This course is recommended as an elective to junior or senior students of any discipline. Course Rotation: Spring.
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3.00 Credits
Course surveys the various economic uses of plants including plants used as food, spices, oils, beverages, fibers, dyes, sources of industrial materials, building supplies, ornamentals and pharmacological sources for designer drugs. Recommended elective for psychology majors. BIOL 2314 recommended. Prerequisite: Successful completion of a general education biology course (BIOL 1204 or SCI 1013). Course Rotation: Spring even years.
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3.00 Credits
Study of the history and development of science up to modern discoveries in foraging theory, reproductive strategies, sexual selection, social behavior, domestication, learning, migration, and more. The course employs special topical readings followed up by recitation and discussion plus formal lectures. A few field trips to a local blackbird roost are required. This course is recommended as an elective to junior or senior students in any discipline. Course Rotation: Fall even years.
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4.00 Credits
Continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I. Designed for students interested in human health, medicine, or exercise physiology. Integrates lecture with co-requisite laboratory experiments to develop an understanding of the physiological principles of muscle, nerve, respiratory, endocrine, digestive, cardiovascular, and kidney function, as well as, wound healing, metabolism, and nutrition. Course assessment is by pre-professional written presentations of laboratory experiments, traditional examinations, and productive participation in lab teams. Laboratory sessions will make use of vivisection, various apparatus, and oscilloscopes to demonstrate skeletal muscles, heart, and nerve functions. Prerequisite: BIOL 2614 with a grade of C or equivalent. Course Rotation: Spring.
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1.00 Credits
A study of current literature in a selected biology topic of a student's interest. Readings selected and discussed will provide the basis for research in senior seminar (BIOL 4901). Prerequisites: Junior standing in the Biology program. Course Rotation: Fall.
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4.00 Credits
Provides a range of topics from plant adaptations to habitat disturbance and succession to landscape ecology and conservation. Application of geographic information systems (GIS) analysis, global positioning systems (GPS), and habitat assessment (HA) methods will highlight the hands-on labs to provide students with practical job related experience and specific technical expertise. Prerequisites: Junior standing and BIOL 3304 with a minimum grade of C or permission of instructor. Course Rotation: Varies.
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3.00 Credits
Course provides an understanding of the genetic basis for human disease with an emphasis on the principles and methods of molecular genetics. Topics include monogenic traits, cytogenetics, non-Mendelian inheritance, cancer genetics, and complex genetics. Papers from the current literature will supplement lecture material. Prerequisite: BIOL 3204 with a grade of C or better. Course Rotation: Spring even years.
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4.00 Credits
Advanced theory and methods in the study of gene expression in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, genetic engineering, and molecular biology including DNA replication, regulation of gene expression, protein expression and purification. Integrated lab exercises include DNA manipulations, DNA cloning and mapping, protein expression and purification. Recommended for pre-health science majors. Prerequisites: BIOL 3204 with a minimum grade of C and CHEM 1224. Course Rotation: Spring odd years.
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