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* BIOL--Biology
BIOL 101G. Human Biology 3 cr.
Introduction to modern biological concepts. Emphasis on relevance to
humans and their relationships with their environment. Cannot be
taken for credit after successful completion of BIOL 111G or BIOL
211G. Corequisite: BIOL 101L.
BIOL 101L. Human Biology Laboratory 1
cr.
Laboratory for BIOL 101G. Laboratory experiences and activities exploring
biological concepts and their relevance to humans and their relationship
with their environment. Corequisite: BIOL 101G.
BIOL 110G. Contemporary
Problems in Biology 4 cr.
(3+3P)
Fundamental concepts of biology will be presented using examples from relevant
problems in ecology, medicine and genetics. For nonscience majors only. Branch
campuses only.
BIOL 111G. Natural History of Life 3 cr.
Survey of major processes and events in the genetics, evolution, and
ecology of microbes, plants and animals, and their interactions with
the environment. Appropriate for nonscience majors. Must be taken
with BIOL 111L to meet general education requirements.
BIOL 111L.
Natural History of Life Laboratory 1
cr. (3P)
Laboratory experiments, demonstrations and exercises on interrelationships among
organisms, biodiversity, processes of evolution, and interaction of organisms
and their environment. Corequisite: BIOL 111G.
BIOL 154. Introductory Anatomy
and Physiology 4 cr. (3+3P)
Survey of human structure and function (does not replace BIOL 190, BIOL 111G,
or BIOL 211G as a prerequisite for advanced courses in biology). Branch campuses
only.
BIOL 190. Principles of Biology 3 cr.
Principles of metabolism, genetics, physiology, evolution, and ecology.
A background in chemistry is strongly recommended. For nonmajors
only.
BIOL 201. The Local Environment 4 cr. (3+3P)
Introduction to the organisms, ecosystems, landscapes and environments
of the surrounding area; field and laboratory studies of organisms
and their environment; interaction of humans with other organisms
and the environment from prehistory to present. Branch campuses only.
BIOL 211G. Cellular and Organismal Biology 3
cr.
Principles of cellular structure and function, genetics, and physiology of
microbes, plants, and animals. Suitable for nonmajors with sufficient chemistry.
Must be taken with BIOL 211L to meet general education requirements. Prerequisite:
either CHEM 110G or CHEM 111 or consent of instructor.
BIOL 211L. Cellular
and Organismal Biology Laboratory 1 cr. (3P)
Laboratory demonstrations, experiments and exercises on molecular and cellular
biology and organismal physiology. Prerequisite: either CHEM 110G or CHEM
111 or consent of instructor. Corequisite: BIOL 211G.
BIOL 212. Supplemental
Instruction for Cellular and Organismal Biology 1 cr.
Optional workshop for collaborative learning experiences aimed to improve
class performance in cellular and organismal biology. Activities illustrate
lecture material and encourage study strategies. Corequisite:BIOL 211G.
May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits.
BIOL 219. Public Health
Microbiology 3 cr.
The characteristics of pathogenic microorganisms and the diseases that
they cause. Will not meet the microbiology requirements for biology
or medical technology majors. Prerequisite: BIOL 211G and BIOL 211L.
BIOL 221. Introductory Microbiology 3
cr.
Principles of isolation, taxonomy, and physiology of microorganisms.
Prerequisites: CHEM 112, and either BIOL 190 or BIOL 211G and 211L.
Branch campuses only.
BIOL 221L. Introductory Microbiology Laboratory 1
cr.
A laboratory course to accompany BIOL 221 or BIOL 219. Prerequisite:
BIOL 221 or BIOL 219 or concurrent enrollment. Branch campuses only.
BIOL 222. Zoology 3
cr. (2+3P)
Structure, function, and survey of animals. Prerequisite: BIOL 111G
and BIOL 111L, or BIOL 190, and at least sophomore standing. Branch
campuses only.
BIOL 241. Introduction to Research 1-3 cr. (3P-9P)
Seminar with demonstrations by research professors. May be repeated
for a maximum of 6 credits.
BIOL 250. Special Topics 1-3 cr.
Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. May
be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Branch campuses only.
BIOL
253. Human Anatomy 4
cr. (3+3P)
Detailed presentations of human anatomy, with laboratory. Prerequisites:
Grade of C in BIOL 190 or BIOL 211G and either CHEM 111 or CHEM 110G.
For nursing, prenursing, and human nutrition and food science majors
only.
BIOL 254. Human Physiology 3 cr.
Physical and chemical operation of the organs and systems of the human
body. Not open to students who have passed BIOL 354 or BIOL 381. Prerequisites:
BIOL 190 or BIOL 211G; BIOL 211L; CHEM 111 or CHEM 110G.
BIOL 254L.
Human Physiology Laboratory 1 cr.
Laboratory to accompany BIOL 254. BIOL 254 must be taken concurrently
or in an earlier semester. Branch campuses only.
BIOL 260. Human Genetics 3
cr.
Human genetics for science and nonscience majors. Major topics include
cell division, transmission genetics, single gene effects, sex-linked
inheritance, cytogenetics, DNA structure and replication, gene expression,
and recombinant DNA technology. Prerequisite: C or better in BIOL 111G
or BIOL 211G.
BIOL 260L. Human Genetics Laboratory 1 cr. (3P)
Laboratory course to accompany BIOL 260. Corequisite BIOL 260.
BIOL
267. Introduction to Genetics and Evolution 3 cr.
Basic principles of genetics (historical background, variation, mutation,
heredity) and evolution (historical background, natural selection,
adaptation, speciation). For majors and nonmajors. Prerequisite: BIOL
110G or BIOL 111G. Branch campuses only.
BIOL 271. Anatomy I 3
cr.
Corequisite: BIOL 271L. Same as SP M 271. Not for biology majors.
BIOL
271L. Anatomy I Laboratory 1 cr.
Corequisite: BIOL 271. Same as SP M 271L.
BIOL 301. Principles of Ecology 3
cr.
A survey of ecology including general theory, the adaptations of organisms,
population dynamics, species interactions, and the structure and function
of natural communities and ecosystems. May not be offered spring semester,
odd-numbered years. Prerequisite: BIOL 111G or BIOL 190. Recommended:
MATH 142G or MATH 191 and E ST 311G. Same as E S 301.
BIOL 305. Principles
of Genetics 3 cr.
Same as AGRO 305, ANSC 305, HORT 305.
BIOL 305L. Genetics Techniques 1
cr. (3P)
Experimental procedures used in genetics research. Prerequisite: BIOL
305 or concurrent enrollment. Same as AGRO 305L.
BIOL 311. General
Microbiology 3
cr.
Principles of physiology, molecular biology, ecology, and taxonomy
of microorganisms. Not open for credit toward graduation for students
who have taken BIOL 221, General Microbiology. Prerequisite: BIOL 211G.
BIOL 311L. General Microbiology Laboratory 2
cr. (4P)
Microbiology techniques and procedures, including isolation and identification
of microorganisms and biotechnology procedures that employ microorganisms.
Not open for credit for students who have taken BIOL 221L. Prerequisite:
BIOL 219 or BIOL 311 or concurrent enrollment.
BIOL 312. Identification
and Classification of Western Plants 3 cr.
Classification and identification of representative plant families
and local plants. Emphasis on ability to use technical sources. Saturday
field trips may be recommended. Prerequisites: BIOL 111G or BIOL 190.
BIOL 313. Structure and Function of Plants 3 cr. (2+3P)
Structure, function, and survey of plants. Not open for credit toward
graduation for students who have taken BIOL 220, Botany. Prerequisite:
BIOL 111G or BIOL 190 and sophomore-level standing. BIOL 211G recommended.
BIOL 314. Plant Physiology 3
cr.
Photosynthesis, respiration, water relation of plants, minerals and
organic nutrition, growth and development. Prerequisites: BIOL 190
or BIOL 211G and junior-level standing. Same as EPWS 314.
BIOL 321.
Microbiological Methods 2 cr. (1+3P)
Qualitative and quantitative procedures used in microbiology with emphasis
on diversity of microorganisms in terms of habitat, metabolism, and
population numbers. Prerequisites: C or better in BIOL 311 and BIOL
311L. Passage or concurrent enrollment in BCHE 341 or BCHE 395.
BIOL
322. Zoology 3 cr. (2+3P)
Structure, function, and survey of animals. Not open for credit toward
graduation for students who have taken BIOL 222, Zoology. Prerequisite:
BIOL 111G or BIOL 190 and at least sophomore-level standing. BIOL 211G
recommended.
BIOL 330. Comparative Anatomy and Embryology 4 cr.
(3+3P)
The developmental and evolutionary basis for the diversity and homology
of body plans within the classes of vertebrate organisms. Laboratories
will emphasize comparative dissection. Prerequisite: BIOL 190 or BIOL
111G and BIOL 211G. BIOL 322 recommended.
BIOL 340. Plant Tissue Culture
Methods 3 cr. (2+2P)
Same as AGRO 340, HORT 340.
BIOL 350. Special Topics 1-3 cr.
Specific subjects announced in Schedule of Classes and offered
as scheduled courses. May be repeated for unlimited credit.
BIOL 351.
Biology Internship 1-6
cr.
Substantial off-campus experience in biology selected by student in
consultation with regular biology faculty member. Internship must be
approved by faculty member. Student will supply mutually agreed upon
documentation of internship activities after the internship is completed.
Prerequisite: 45 college credits, 2.5 or better GPA, consent of instructor.
May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Restricted to biology and
microbiology majors. Graded S/U.
BIOL 354. Physiology of Humans 3
cr.
Principles of integrative functions in humans. A systems approach emphasizing
tissues, organs, and their regulation. Not open to students who have
taken BIOL 254. Prerequisite: BIOL 211G.
BIOL 354L. Laboratory of Human
Physiology 1
cr.
Laboratory to accompany BIOL 354. Not open to students who have taken
BIOL 254L. Prerequisite: either BIOL 254, BIOL 381, BIOL 354, or concurrent
enrollment in BIOL 354.
BIOL 377. Cell Biology 3 cr.
Fundamentals of eukaryotic cell structure, organization, and function.
Emphasis on membranes, subcellular organelle systems, cytoskeleton,
and cell cycle. Includes basic aspects of molecular biology. Prerequisite:
BIOL 211G and BIOL 305 and either BCHE 341 or BCHE 395 (or concurrent
enrollment in either biochemistry) or consent of instructor. BIOL 111G
recommended.
BIOL 381. Animal Physiology 3
cr.
Principles of integrative function in animals, emphasizing tissues,
organs, organ systems, and regulation. Includes adaptations of animals
to their environments. Prerequisites: BIOL 211G and junior-level standing.
BIOL 111G and BIOL 377 recommended.
BIOL 391. Experimental Physiology 3
cr. (2+3P)
Laboratory exercises illustrating principles and practices of physiology.
Students will formulate and test hypotheses at the system, organ, tissue,
and cellular level on the functions of animals and plants. Microorganism
function will also be explored. Prerequisite: either BIOL 314, BIOL
377, BIOL 381, or BIOL 451.
BIOL 398. Biology Research Programs 1-3
cr.
Directed studies and research experiences, by arrangement with instructor.
May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. BIOL 405. Foundations in
Cell Biology 2
cr.
Surveys seminal papers in cell and developmental biology. Examines
recent advances in the field. Prerequisite: BIOL 377 or equivalent.
BIOL 406. Modern Methods of Microscopy 4 cr. (2+6P)
Use of light and electron microscopes, organelle, cell and tissue preparation,
and staining reactions. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
BIOL 408.
Ecology of Plants 3 cr.
Controlling factors, succession, community dynamics, and the classification
of vegetation. Prerequisite: BIOL 301.
BIOL 410. Introduction to Evolutionary
Ecology 3
cr.
Overview of current knowledge and modern research into ecological adaptation,
evolutionary processes acting on contemporary populations, and the
consequences of natural selection for population and community processes.
Prerequisite: BIOL 301 and BIOL 467.
BIOL 411. Plant Taxonomy 1
cr.
Examination of principles of classification through use of lecture,
discussion, reports and reading of primary literature. Students will
take, or will have taken, BIOL 312 or equivalent to relate theory and
practice. Prerequisite: BIOL 111G or BIOL 190. Corequisite: BIOL 312.
BIOL 412. Seminar in Microbiology 1
cr.
Seminar to aid students in assessment and presentation of current topics
in microbiology. Prerequisites: BIOL 311 and BIOL 311L. Graded S/U.
BIOL 433. Insect Biology 3
cr.
Classification, structure, physiology, and evolution of insects. Prerequisite:
BIOL 111G or BIOL 190 and junior-level standing. BIOL 211G recommended.
Same as EPWS 433.
BIOL 433L. Insect Identification 1 cr. (3P)
Collection and identification of insect orders and families. Not open
to students who have taken EPWS 302 or EPWS 303. Same as EPWS 433L.
BIOL 435. Cell Biology Current Topics 2 cr.
Seminars and discussions on current topics in cell biology. May be
repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.
BIOL 439. Animal Behavior 3
cr.
A survey of the field of animal behavior. Prerequisites: BIOL 111G
or BIOL 190 and junior-level standing. BIOL 322 recommended.
BIOL 440.
Molecular Systematics 3
cr. (1+6P)
Application of molecular biological techniques to traditional life
history, natural history, and evolutionary biology. Curriculum includes
methods of DNA characterization as applied to pedigree analysis, phylogenetic
estimation and population genetics. BIOL 467 recommended. Prerequisites:
BIOL 305 and consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of
6 credits.
BIOL 441. Seminar in Comparative Physiology 2
cr.
Readings and discussions on current topics in comparative physiology.
Prerequisite: BIOL 381 or consent of instructor.
BIOL 442. Endocrinology 3
cr.
The structure, production, action and interaction of hormones and hormone-like
compounds in animals. Prerequisites: BIOL 322, and CHEM 211 or CHEM
313.
BIOL 443. Comparative Endocrinology Seminar 2 cr.
Seminars and discussions on current topics in endocrinology. Prerequisites:
consent of instructor.
BIOL 445. Herpetology 4 cr. (3+3P)
The ecology, behavior, systematics, morphology, and conservation of
amphibians and reptiles. Field trip recommended. Prerequisite: BIOL
111G, BIOL 190, or BIOL 211G. BIOL 322 recommended.
BIOL 447. Ornithology
(so) 4 cr. (3+3P)
Morphology, life histories, systematics, ecology, and behavior of birds.
BIOL 448H. Senior Thesis 2 cr.
Two-semester research on a selected problem. Includes a written paper
and an oral examination. Open to senior biology majors with an overall
GPA of 2.5 or better and consent of faculty.
BIOL 450. Special Topics 1-3
cr.
Specific subjects announced in the Schedule of Classes and offered
as scheduled courses. May be repeated for unlimited credit.
BIOL 451.
Physiology of Microorganisms 3 cr.
Aspects of cellular physiology unique to procaryotes. Prerequisites:
C or better in BIOL 311 (or equivalent) and either BCHE 341 or BCHE
395 (or equivalent).
BIOL 454. Biology of Respiration 3 cr.
How aquatic and terrestrial animals obtain oxygen and dispose of carbon
dioxide. Includes respiratory-system structures and functions, gas-exchange
and gas-transport mechanisms, and control systems. Emphasizes animals
that live or travel in extreme environments. Prerequisite: BIOL 211G.
BIOL 381 recommended.
BIOL 461G. Human Ecology 3 cr.
Principles of ecosystem and global ecology, and role of humans in the
global environment. Both scientific and social perspectives on current
environmental problems. Prerequisites: two courses in the humanities
or social sciences, and three courses in the sciences, or consent of
instructor. Graded S/U.
BIOL 462. Conservation Biology 3 cr.
Examination of the value of biological diversity, the natural processes
that control biological diversity, and the ways in which human activities
have resulted in the loss of biological diversity, both regionally
and globally. Prerequisite: BIOL 301.
BIOL 463. Field Ecology (f) 3
cr.
Application of ecological theory and quantitative techniques to plant
and animal populations and communities. Prerequisite: BIOL 111G or
BIOL 190. MATH 142G or MATH 191 and E ST 311G recommended.
BIOL 465.
Invertebrate Zoology 4 cr.
(3+3P)
Survey, ecology, behavior and physiology. Prerequisite: BIOL 111G or
BIOL 190 and junior-level standing. BIOL 322 recommended.
BIOL 466.
Invertebrate Zoology Field Trip 1 cr.
A one-week field trip for the study of marine invertebrates. Registrants
must provide own camping gear. Prerequisite: BIOL 465 or equivalent
(or concurrent enrollment) or consent of instructor. Graded S/U.
BIOL
467. Evolution 3
cr.
Covers theory, historical background, population variation, natural
selection, adaptation, speciation. May not be offered spring semester,
even-numbered years. Prerequisite: BIOL 111G or BIOL 190 and BIOL 305.
BIOL 468. Avian Ecology 3
cr. (2+3P)
Overview of current knowledge and modern research into avian ecology
and behavior. Field trips required. Prerequisites: BIOL 111 and 301.
BIOL 470. Plant Community Ecology 3 cr.
Investigation of selected vegetation types; field trip included after
end of semester. Prerequisites: BIOL 312 or BIOL 408, and consent of
instructor.
BIOL 472. Mycology 4 cr. (3+3P)
Introduction to the fungi and their biology, including aspects of their
structure and function, taxonomy, genetics, and ecology. Prerequisite:
BIOL 311 or consent of instructor. Same as EPWS 472.
BIOL 473. Ecology
of Microorganisms 3 cr.
(2+3P)
The metabolic interactions of microorganisms in the environment, with
emphasis on their roles in ecological processes. Prerequisites: BIOL
311 or consent of instructor.
BIOL 474. Immunology 3 cr.
Basic concepts of the immune response. Prerequisites: BIOL 305 and
CHEM 211 or CHEM 313.
BIOL 475. Virology 3 cr.
Mechanisms of viral infections of animals and man. Prerequisites: BIOL
311, and either BCHE 341 or BCHE 395.
BIOL 476. Soil Microbiology 3
cr.
Same as SOIL 476
. BIOL 476L. Soil Microbiology Laboratory 1 cr.
(3P)
Same as SOIL 476L.
BIOL 477. Applied and Environmental Microbiology 4
cr.
A lecture-laboratory course on the microorganisms and the reactions
they mediate which either impact the environment or have industrial
applications. Reading of current literature will be emphasized. Topics
include bioremediation, water quality, and aspects of industrial and
food microbiology. Prerequisite: BIOL 311, and 311L, or consent of
instructor.
BIOL 478. Molecular Biology of Microorganisms 3
cr.
The biochemical basis for gene mutation, recombination, and expression
with emphasis on procaryotes. Includes fundamentals of recombinant
DNA technology. Prerequisites: BIOL 305, BIOL 311, and either passage
or concurrent enrollment in BCHE 341 and BCHE 395.
BIOL 479. Medical
Microbiology 3 cr.
Host-parasite relationships with emphasis on bacteria that cause disease
in humans. Prerequisites: BIOL 311, BIOL 311L, and CHEM 211 or CHEM
313. BCHE 341 or BCHE 395 recommended.
BIOL 479L. Medical Microbiology
Laboratory 1 cr. (3P)
Bacteriological and serological techniques for the isolation and identification
of bacteria that cause human disease. Prerequisites: consent of the
instructor and BIOL 479 or concurrent enrollment.
BIOL 480. Histology 4
cr.
Microscopic anatomy of vertebrate tissues and organs. Emphasis on the
correlation of structure and function. Prerequisites: BIOL 190 or BIOL
111G and BIOL 211G. BIOL 377 and BIOL 381 recommended.
BIOL 481. Biology
of the Heart 3 cr.
Covers cardiovascular principles, cardiac development, evolution, and
biomedical issues. Topics range from cellular/molecular to organismal.
Prerequisite: either BIOL 254, BIOL 354, or BIOL 381.
BIOL 482. Microbial
Systematics 2 cr.
Systematics of prokaryotic organisms, and consideration of fungi and
protists. Integration of morphological, biochemical, molecular, and
genetic information in determining group relationships. Problems encountered
when applying classic systematic principles to organisms without significant
contribution of sexual reproduction. Prerequisites: BIOL 311 (or equivalent)
and consent of instructor.
BIOL 486. Intermediate Genetics 3 cr.
Same as AGRO 486, HORT 486, and MOLB 486.
BIOL 487. Advanced Cell Biology 4
cr. (3+1P)
Same as BIOL 377 but also includes weekly discussions on current topics,
methodology and ethical issues in modern cell biology. Scientific writing
skills will be emphasized. Prerequisites: BIOL 211G and BIOL 305 and
either BCHE 341 or BCHE 395 (or concurrent enrollment in either biochemistry)
or consent of instructor. BIOL 111G recommended.
BIOL 488. Principles
of Conservation Genetics 3 cr.
Fundamentals of the genetics of small populations. Genetic technologies
used in studying small populations. Application of genetics and evolution
to the conservation of biological populations. Prerequisite: BIOL 305.
BIOL 489. Genetic Aspects of Population Biology 3 cr.
Basic theory of population genetics and how that theory has guided,
and been influenced by, studies of natural populations. Prerequisite:
BIOL 305 or equivalent.
BIOL 490. Neurobiology 3 cr.
Fundamentals of neurobiology with an emphasis on properties of neurons
and glia, principles of synaptic transmission, development of nervous
system and organization of motor and sensory systems. Prerequisite:
either BCHE 341 or BCHE 395 , or concurrent enrollment in either.
BIOL
498. Biology Research Programs 1-3
cr.
Directed studies and research experiences, by arrangement with instructor.
May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
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