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3.00 Credits
Each semester. Prerequisites: grade of C or better in BIOL 2014 and BIOL 3074. This course focuses on the mechanisms and concepts of selected pathological disturbances in the human body. Emphasis is placed on how the specific pathological condition effects the functioning of the system involved, as well as its impact on all other body systems. Lecture 3 hours.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: a Sophomore-level science course (or higher). A course in the historical development and philosophical basis of modern science. May not be repeated for credit as PHSC (BIOL) 5003 or equivalent, Lecture two hours.
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3.00 Credits
On demand. Prerequisites: Junior standing or admission to teacher education program. A course designed to familiarize prospective teachers with the materials, methods, and procedures to meet the needs of culturally diverse learners in the science classroom. This course includes the discussion of equity issues, the limitations of Eurocentric and androcentric science worldviews, how culturally diverse students learn science, instructional strategies, technology, and alternative assessment. Lecture three hours for three credit hours.
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4.00 Credits
Spring of odd years. Prerequisites: BIOL 1114, 2124 and one semester of chemistry. An in-depth study of the endocrine systems of animals with emphasis on vertebrates. Histology and embryology of endocrine organs or cell groups, mechanisms of stimulation, response, and actions plus comparative aspects of similar organs in different animal groups will be studied. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory two hours. $10 laboratory fee.
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3.00 Credits
Spring. Prerequisites: Four hours each in biology and chemistry and/or consent of instructor. An overview of the human immune system, including cellular and humoral defense mechanisms, immunity to infection, hypersensitivity, transplant rejection, and tumor destruction. Immune deficiency and autoimmune diseases. Antibody structure and the use of antibodies in medicine and research. Three hours lecture.
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4.00 Credits
Spring. Prerequisite: FW(BIOL) 3114. A study of physical and chemical processes in fresh water and their effects on organisms in lakes and streams. Laboratory sessions and field trips demonstrate limnological instrumentation and methodology. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. $10 laboratory fee.
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3.00 Credits
Fall. Prerequisites: BIOL 1114, 2124 or 2134 plus four additional hours of biology and one course from BIOL 3034, 3054, 4023 or CHEM 3343; eight hours of chemistry. The primary goal of this course is to introduce the basic cell structures and the molecular mechanisms whereby the cell functions through the directed application of energy and processing of information. Topics include methods of cell study, cellular organelles and their ultrastructures, membrane structure and function, cell differentiation, and reproduction. Lecture three hours.
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4.00 Credits
Fall. Prerequisites: BIOL 1114 and 2134. A study of woody plants with emphasis on field recognition throughout the year. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. $10 laboratory fee.
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4.00 Credits
Spring of even years. Prerequisites: BIOL 1114, 2124 and an additional four hours in biology. A study of functional/ structural relationship of cells, tissues, and organs. Exercises in the preparation and observation of tissues and development of general principles of micro-techniques. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. $10 laboratory fee.
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4.00 Credits
Spring of even years. Prerequisite: BIOL 3034 or permission of instructor. This course focuses upon the principles and major concepts in evolutionary biology from a historical and contemporary viewpoint. Morphological and molecular evolution, population genetics, systematics, the fossil record, a history of life on earth, macroevolution, and adaptation are among the topics examined in this course. Lecture 3 hours, lab 3 hours. $10 laboratory fee.
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