BIO-203 |
General Biology I |
An introduction to life science designed as a molecular investigation into living things, beginning with the cell. Cellular chemistry, structures and functions will be addressed. Physiological processes such as respiration and photosynthesis are discussed, as are the molecular aspects of cell division, genetics and gene expression. The course continues with an introduction into how genetics influences development, evolution, phylogeny and |
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speciation. 3 lecture hours per week. Offered in the fall semester. |
3.00 |
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BIO-203L |
General Biology I Laboratory |
Laboratory investigations designed to supplement and clarify basic biological concepts introduced in BIO 203, including studies into eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells and cellular processes, molecular biology and genetics. 3 |
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laboratory hours per week. Offered in the fall semester. |
1.00 |
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BIO-204 |
General Biology II |
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An introduction into organismal biology beginning with basic systematics and species classification with an | |||
investigation into the biodiversity of the animal and plant kingdoms. The structure, function and development of | |||
animal systems will be discussed, as will plant growth, response and reproduction. The course culminates with an | |||
examination of ecology and animal behavior. 3 lecture hours per week. Offered in the spring semester. |
3.00 |
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BIO-204L |
General Biology II Laboratory |
Laboratory investigations designed to supplement and clarify basic biological concepts and species classifications introduced in BIO 204, including the examination of living and preserved specimens from various phylogenetic kingdoms to gain a familiarity with animal and plant anatomy and physiology. 3 laboratory hours per week. |
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Offered in the spring semester. |
1.00 |
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BIO-230 |
Principles of Ecology |
A study of the basic hierarchal structure of ecological patterns from the individual organism to the globe. Determination of basic ecology patterns and causes of those patterns will be discussed in terms of abiotic and biotic factors with the underlying evolutionary causes. This class is writing intensive with a least five writing |
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assignments and essay exams. 2 lecture hours per week. |
2.00 |
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BIO-230L |
Principles of Ecology Laboratory |
An inquiry-based field laboratory in which students develop a research question and experimental design, perform research, and collect and analyze data in appropriate scientific formats. Topics discussed include different approaches to field research, appropriate experimental design, data analysis, and presentation. 3 |
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laboratory hours per week. |
1.00 |
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BIO-251 |
Genetics |
An investigation into the fundamental principles of Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance and the molecular and cellular basis of heredity, including the molecular and biochemical processes behind inheritance, gene expression and development. Additional topics include pedigree analysis, mutation and cancer, the conflict between nature and nurture, modern DNA technology, population genetics, evolution, and the ethical impact of |
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genetics on society. 3 lecture hours per week. Offered in the spring semester. |
3.00 |
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BIO-251L |
Genetics Laboratory |
The genetics techniques laboratory is designed to introduce the student to the fundamentals of experimentation in basic Mendelian and non-Mendelian principles using model genetic systems as well as molecular genetics |
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techniques. 3 laboratory hours per week. Offered in the spring semester. |
1.00 |
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BIO-299 |
Selected Topics in Biology |
A study of a specialized subject area which may vary based on student / faculty interest. For non- major students only. The topic, course structure and instructor will be announced prior to pre- registration. There are no |
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prerequisites. |
3.00 |
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BIO-302 |
Vertebrate Anatomy |
This is an integrative biological study of structural and functional anatomy of the vertebrate classes. It utilizes an organ system approach to the study of comparative anatomy, considers unique adaptations of individual vertebrate groups and incorporates evolutionary relationships in conjunction with aspects of vertebrate behavior, ecology and paleontology. Lecture and reading assignments incorporate research data from current literature. 3 |
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lecture hours per week. |
3.00 |
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