Course Name |
Long Title |
Min Credits |
Description |
Requisites |
BIO-204L |
General Biology II |
1 |
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 . Offered in the spring semester . |
Take BIO-203 ; Minimum grade C . ( Required , Previous ). | Take BIO-204 ;
Minimum grade C . ( Required , Concurrent ).
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BIO-230 Principles of Ecology 2
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 assignments and essay exams . 2 lecture hours per week .
Take BIO-204 BIO-204L ; Minimum grade C . ( Required , Previous ). | Take BIO-230L . ( Required , Concurrent ).
BIO-230L |
Principles of Ecology |
1 |
BIO-251 |
Genetics |
3 |
BIO-251L |
Genetics |
1 |
BIO-299 |
Selected Topics in Biology |
3 |
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 laboratory hours per week . 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 genetics on society . 3 lecture hours per week . Offered in the spring semester .
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 techniques . 3 laboratory hours per week . Offered in the spring semester . 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 preregistration . There are no prerequisites .
Take BIO-230 . ( Required , Previous or concurrent ).
Take BIO-203 BIO-203L CHM-203 CHM- 203L . ( Required , Previous ).
Take BIO-251 . ( Required , Previous or concurrent ).