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2.00 Credits
Biology-related work experience in corporations involved in various aspects of the health and science fields. Six hours per week, 2 credits each semester. Limited to seniors. Permission of chairperson required. BI405 has a prerequisite of BI404.
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0.00 Credits
An investigation of the structure and function of the central nervous system and the major sensory systems. Emphasis will be placed on the study of the brain: its development, current concepts related to the chemical and electrical phenomena of its neurons and the interaction of neurons in memory and learning. Prerequisites: BI115 and 116, and CH113;114, or permission of chairperson. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, one semester; 4 credits. Offered as needed.
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2.00 Credits
This course gives the student the opportunity to pursue a topic of special interest in biology under the guidance of a faculty member. The topic to be investigated must be one that is unavailable to the student through the regular curriculum. Permission of chairperson required. Offered on application; 1-2 credits.
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A study of concepts in immunology including humoral and cell-mediated response systems, immune cell function, antigen recognition, nonspecific host defense systems and disorders of the immune system. Laboratory exercises will emphasize application and analysis of concepts covered in lectures and readings. Prerequisites: BI115 and 116 or permission of chairperson. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, one semester; 4 credits. Offered as needed.
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0.00 Credits
First part of a two course sequence exploring the molecular basis of life (CH311 and CH312). Exploration of macromolecules of the cell including the structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids; catalytic and regulatory strategies of enzymes, membrane structure, and signal transduction. Offered in the Fall semester. Prerequisite: CH224; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory; 4 credits.
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3.00 Credits
See description under CH311;312. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, one year; 8 credits. Offered each year.
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0.00 Credits
Continuation and conclusion of first semester course Biochemistry I (CH311). Metabolism of carbohydrates including the following topics: glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, pentose phosphate pathway, glycogen syntesis and degradation, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation. Integration of metabolism studying lipid, amino acid and necleic acid metabolism. Gene replication and expression: DNA structure, replication and repair; RNA syntesis and splicing; control of gene expression prokaryotes and ejkaryotes. Offered in the Spring. Prerequisite: BI115, CH311. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory; 4 credits.
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4.00 Credits
A study of the interrelationships of aquatic plants and animals in marine, estuarine and freshwater ecosystems, with an emphasis on invertebrate organisms, habitats and niche. Laboratory and field work will include collecting and identifying organisms and the study of physical and chemical features of various bodies of water. Prerequisites: BI111 and 112 or BI115 and 116. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory or field work, one semester; 4 credits. Offered as needed.
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1.00 Credits
This course provides advanced students a unifying, culminating experience in biology. Students are challenged to use and extend intellectual skills and knowledge of biology acquired throughout the undergraduate program. Prerequisite: completion of 24 biology credits (including BI201 and BI203) or permission of the chairperson. 1 hour lecture, one semester; 1 credit. Offered each spring.
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1.00 Credits
One or two semesters; 1 to 3 credits per semester. Hours and credits to be arranged with research mentor. A student may earn no more than 6 credits of BI446; 447 total. Prerequisite: completion of 16 biology credits. Offered each semester.
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