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2.00 Credits
An introduction to the human physiology and anatomy of all types of sporting activities. Body systems studied include musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, neuromuscular and pulmonary. Motion, mobility, fl exibility, strength, endurance, and nutrition are other topics included in a comprehensive investigation of the biology of athletic performance. Class 2, Credit 2 (F, S)
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4.00 Credits
Study of the techniques and applications of culturing eukaryotic cells, tissues and organs in vitro. Emphasis is on mammalian systems. Lectures will cover the historical background of tissue culture, how to authenticate cell lines, basic cell culture techniques as well as stem cells, tissue engineering, and the role of cell culture in regenerative medicine. In laboratory, students will be introduced to growth curves, cloning techniques, primary cell culture, making a cell line as well as detecting mycoplasma and other cell culture contaminants. (One year of introductory biology or equivalent) Class 3, Lab 4, Credit 5 (W)
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4.00 Credits
This course is designed to acquaint each student with the basic methods employed in the production of hybridoma cell lines and monoclonal antibodies. Includes preparation of viable cell suspensions, lymphocyte-myeloma cell fusion using polyethylene glycol, selection for and culturing of hybridoma cells, cloning by limiting dilution, ELISA, immunization of mice, monoclonal antibody production and scale up of hybridoma cells. (1001-311 and 1001-314 required; 1001-312 recommended) Lab 4, Credit 2 (S)
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3.00 Credits
This course prepares the student for small-animal handling, biological administrations and preparations, minor surgery and autopsies. (Third, fourth- or fi fth-year status and permission of instructor) Class 1, Lab 3, Credit 3 (S)
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to ecosystem ecology stressing the dynamic interrelationships of plant and animal communities with their environments. A study to include such ecological concepts as energy fl ow and trophic levels in natural communities, plant responses and animal behavior, population dynamics, biogeography and representative ecosystems. (One year of introductory biology or equivalent) Class 3, Lab 3, Credit 4 (F)
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3.00 Credits
The study of structure, function and organization of proteins, nucleic acids and other biological macromolecules in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Major topics of this course include organization of the genome, replication and repair of the genome, and regulation of gene expression. The laboratory portion of this course emphasizes basic techniques of molecular biology with emphasis on recombinant DNA technology. (One year of introductory biology or equivalent, 1001-311) Class 3, Lab 3, Credit 4 (W, S)
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3.00 Credits
Topics covered will include the historical framework of evolutionary biology, the meaning and nature of evidence pertinent to biological evolution, Earth history, the evolution of proteins and the genetic code, cellular and metabolic evolution, molecular evolution, neutral theory vs. selection, genetic variation, natural selection, migration, mutation, genetic drift, fi tness, population dynamics and genetics, species concepts and speciation, systematics and classifi cation systems, molecular phylogenetics, the evolution of protozoans, plants, fungi, invertebrates and vertebrates, behavioral evolution, interactions among species, historical biogeography, human evolution and variation. (1001-251-253 or 1001-201-203) Class 4, Lab 3, Credit 4 (F)
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3.00 Credits
A study of written technical communication in the biological sciences with emphasis on components of report writing: analysis, defi nition, description, instruction, data presentation, literature research, abstracting and editing. Class 3, Credit 3 (S)
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4.00 Credits
The course examines geological and biological factors that made the Galapagos Islands a crucible in which Darwin formed the theory of evolution and discusses the origins of the islands by the twin mechanisms of plate tectonics and volcanism. Students observe recent lava fl ows and see initial biological colonists as well as ancient fl ows in advanced stages of colonization. The islands reveal the interaction between ocean currents, marine life, and mammalian and avian fauna that thrive on this rich sea life. Students observe many endemic species and subspecies and gain an understanding of adaptive radiation. The 11-day trip includes a visit to the Darwin Scientifi c Research Station. Students learn of the dangers of human infringement on the fragile ecology and efforts to conserve unique plant and animal species. Enrollment limited. Contact instructor fall quarter. Travel fee required. (1001-251-253 or 201-203) Credit 4
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4.00 Credits
A study of the major changes in vertebrate functional morphology through time, beginning with fi sh and ending with humans; fossil evidence depicting major transitions between the vertebrate classes; modern taxonomy, including cladistic analysis, geologic time and stratigraphy; and plate tectonics. (1001-253 or equivalent) Class 4, Credit 4 (W)
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