Bio 1M Mechanisms of Life Processes

Processes fundamental to all living things - such as energy utilization, growth, development, and reproduction - will be considered from the vantage point of basic functioning units that are involved in their achievement. The approach will be through a basic understanding of the behavior of the molecules, cells, and tissues that comprise the living organism. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory/week, 4 credits.

Bio 1S Strategies of Life

Patterns and processes of organisms, and groups of organisms, with emphasis on their origin, evolution, and the relationships between them and their environments. Topics will include evolution, population genetics, systematics, animal behavior and ecology. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory/week, 4 credits

Bio 5 Contemporary Issues in Human Biology

A discussion course that draws heavily on the media for biological issues which concern people on a daily basis. Issues such as genetic disease, environmental hazards, drugs and other topics and their biological foundations will be discussed. 1 hour lecture, 1 credit.

Bio 6 Human Sexuality

A course designed for the non-Biology major to cover the anatomy, physiology, and psychology of human reproduction with emphasis on fundamentals that will be useful throughout adulthood. Topics covered will include genetics, gross and microscopic anatomy, hormone regulation, coitus, fertilization, pregnancy, embryonic development, population control, methods of contraception and normal and abnormal psychology as they relate to human reproduction. 3 hours lecture, 3 credits, not available for Biology elective credit.

Bio 7 and 8 Human Anatomy and Physiology

Fundamental life processes as exemplified in the functioning of the human organism. The basic biological principles underlying human reproduction, heredity, development, and evolution will be considered. Human anatomy and physiology will be analyzed in detail, again with emphasis on general underlying biological principles. The relationship of the human species to other species both plant and animal will also be considered. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory/week, 4 credits, not available for Biology elective credit.

Bio 11 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy

Fundamentals of the taxonomy, morphology, and evolution of the chordates from a comparative point of view. Laboratory includes study and dissection of selected protochordates and representative vertebrates, including eel, shark, and cat.3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory/week, 4 credits. Prerequisites: Bio 1M and 1S, or Bio 7 and 8.

Bio 12 Animal Physiology

Study of the basic life processes as exemplified in vertebrate organ systems. Consideration of the activities and functional integration of neuromuscular systems, metabolism, circulatory, renal, and reproductive physiology.3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory/week, 4 credits. Prerequisites: Bio 1M and 1S, Chem 3 and 4.

Bio 14 Human Genetics

A course for major and non-major students applying the basic principles of genetics to human traits and diseases. Emphasis will be on the mechanisms of inheritance and gene expression. Basic molecular and statistical genetics will be introduced. 3 hours lecture, 3 credits.

Bio 15 Biology of Aging

This course considers the aging process in humans from the perspective of underlying biological mechanisms. Age-related changes of both structure and function will be considered. 3 hours lecture, 3 credits. Prerequisites: Bio 1M and 1S, or Bio 7 and 8, or equivalent.

Bio 16 Gross Primate Anatomy

An advanced laboratory study of primate morphology, with heavy emphasis on human morphology. The detailed structure of all human organs and organ systems will be thoroughly covered. A representative primate specimen will be dissected. 4 hours laboratory/week, 3 credits. Prerequisites: Bio 7 and 8, or Bio 11, or equivalent. Not available for Biology elective credit.

Bio 19 Primate Sectional Anatomy

A detailed laboratory study of primate sectional anatomy, with emphasis on human sectional anatomy. Transverse, sagittal, and frontal whole body sections of a representative primate will be studied.4 hours laboratory, 3credits. Prerequisite: Bio 16. Not available for Biology elective credit.

Bio 20 Marine Biology

An introduction to life in the sea. Topics will include identification and characteristics of major groups of marine plants and animals, adaptive modification to marine environments, and the special nature of marine ecosystems. Field and laboratory work will emphasize methods of collecting and handling data. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory/field work, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1S.

Bio 21 Plant Structure and Function

An introduction to the form and function of the plant body, including morphology and anatomy, primary and secondary growth and differentiation, floral development and structure, photosynthesis, mineral nutrition, hormone action, transport, gas exchange and metabolism. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1M and 1S, or permission of instructor.

Bio 22 Genetics

A study of Mendelian inheritance, multiple gene inheritance, gene structure and function, gene mapping mutation, gene regulation, evolutionary genetics and other basic concepts in genetics. The laboratory will consist of exercises utilizing microorganisms, viruses, insects, and plants. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory/field work, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1M and 1S, or equivalent.

Bio 23 Field Botany

A study of the kinds of vascular plants, and their ecological relationships. Includes representative families, community ecology, methods of identification, evolution, systematics and nomenclature. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours fieldwork, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1S.

Bio 25 General Ecology

Introduction to relationships existing between organisms and their environment. Emphasis will be placed on understanding ecological systems and applications of the systems approach in discussing environmental problems. Laboratory will stress analysis of specific ecological problems. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1S, or permission of instructor.

Bio 26 Ornithology

An introduction to the biology of birds, with emphasis on their origin and diversification, ecology, behavior, and natural history. Laboratory will stress avian morphology and the study of birds in the field. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1S or equivalent.

Bio 27 Ethology - Introduction to Animal Behavior

Ethology deals with the adaptive, evolutionary, and physiological nature of animal behavior. Ecological as well as comparative, hormonal, and neurological aspects of behavior will be covered in lecture and laboratory. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1S, or equivalent.

Bio 28 Vertebrate Evolution

An introduction to the evolutionary history of chordates, with emphasis on the vertebrates. The adaptive radiations of the vertebrates are described. Theories concerning the nature of these radiations are presented, using supporting evidence from morphology, paleontology, embryology and physiology. Laboratory work includes study of divergent vertebrate systems as seen in representative extinct and modern genera. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1S, or permission of instructor.

Bio 29 The Plant Kingdom

A survey of the major plant groups from an evolutionary perspective with emphasis on trends in anatomy, gross structure and reproductive strategies. Evidence from the fossil record will be examined. The course includes both lab and field exercises. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory/field work, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1S, or permission of instructor.

Bio 30 Invertebrate Zoology

Major invertebrate phyla with emphasis on evolution, taxonomy, structure, physiology, ecology, and laboratory dissection of representative types. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory/field work, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1M and 1S, or Bio 7 and 8.

Bio 31 Histology

Structure and function of the tissues and organs of the body as revealed by microscopic analysis. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1M and 1S, or Bio 7 and 8.

Bio 32 Embryology

Developmental processes of animals from gametogenesis to establishment of the principal organ systems. Laboratory includes study of frog, chick, and pig development. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1M and 1S, or Bio 7 and 8.

Bio 33 Microscopic Techniques

Instruction and laboratory techniques in the preparation of animal histological and plant anatomical materials for microscopic study. Various cytological, histochemical, and cell-culturing procedures are included. 1 hours lecture, 5 hours laboratory, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1M and 1S, or Bio 7 and 8.

Bio 35 Microbiology

A study of the morphology, physiology, biochemistry, and classification of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, viruses, rickettsia, and protozoa), immunity, and the immune response. Includes the study of pathogenic and economically useful forms, and methods of culture, identification, sterilization, and bacteriological analyses. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1M and 1S, or Bio 7 and 8, and Chem 3 and 4.

Bio 37 Molecular Biology

A study of nucleic acid and protein structures, complex aggregates such as collagen, chromatin, viruses. Basic concepts in DNA replication, DNA repair, transcription, translation, gene regulation, gene exchange, and rearrangement including recombinant DNA technology. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory, 4 credits. Prerequisite: any one of the following - Bio 22, Bio 35, Bio 70, or equivalent.

Bio 39 Vertebrate Paleontology

Paleobiology and past history of major groups of vertebrates. Emphasis will be on processes of vertebrate evolution from ancient fishes to extinct mammals through geological time. Diversification patterns, extinction, and environmental implications will all be considered. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab/museum visits, 4 credits. Prerequisite: One year of undergraduate biology or approval of instructor.

Bio 40 Biostatistics

Fundamental principles and methods in statistics, with reference to their application in biological and medical research. 3 hours lecture, 3 credits. Prerequisite: High school algebra and geometry. Use as either Biology elective credit or for B.S. Mathematics credit, but not both.

Bio 41 Biology of Cancer

Several topics such as genetics, immunology, cell biology, virology, chemical pollution of the environment, and others are treated within the context of their relevancy to investigating and understanding the nature of cancer. 3 hours lecture, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1M and 1S, or Bio 7 and 8.

Bio 50 Computer Applications in Biology

Individual or team projects applying computer methods to resolve biological problems 2 hours lecture, 4 credits. Prerequisite: Computer Science 35 and required advanced Bio courses.

Bio 50 Current Methods in Molecular Biology

The course will cover a selected topic of current importance in molecular biology, for example, fermentation-bioprocessing, and nucleic acid electron microscopy. The course may be taken more than once, provided the topics differ. 3 hours lecture, or 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory, or 6 hours laboratory, 2-6 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 22 and 37, or equivalent and permission of instructor.

Bio 70 Cell Biology

Cell biology covers ultrastructure, structure-function relationships, and the coupling and regulation of various processes in living cells. Specific topics include cellular energetics, regulation of metabolic processes, organization of cellular structures, cell permeability and active transport, and protein biosynthesis. 3 hours lecture, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Biology 1M and 1S, or Bio 7 and 8, and Chem 21.

Bio 70L Cell Biology Laboratory

Must be taken concurrently with Bio 70. 3 hours laboratory, 1 credits.

Bio 98 and 99 Undergraduate Research

An opportunity for the junior or senior student to become acquainted with the research process in the biological sciences either in the laboratory of a faculty member, or in the laboratory of an outside research institution. Report and seminar to be submitted at the conclusion of the work. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of the undergraduate research coordinator and from the sponsoring faculty member, largely based on evidence of the student's ability to do independent work.