Biology

Explores the biological principles that govern living organisms; surveys bacteria, protists, fungi and plants; and investigates reproduction and growth of plants. Emphasizes the ecology of the groups at individual and community levels. Designed for the non-major. Prerequisites: Eligible to take ENGL 1010. Lab fee

Surveys the animal kingdom with emphasis on diversity, complexity, ecology and sustainability. Emphasizes animal biology, including organ systems and genetics. Designed for the non-major. Prerequisites: Eligible to take ENGL 1010. Lab fee.

Students learn the interrelationships between humans and their environment by exploring the effects of the environment on organisms as well as sustainable solutions in the context of people, the planet, and profits. Topics include human population, biodiversity, ecosystem services, energy use, global climate trends, and food and water security. For non-science majors only. Cannot receive credit for this course if previously received credit for BIOL 1500. Prerequisites: Eligible to take ENGL 1010. Lab fee.

Covers body chemistry, the organ systems, human genetics, and human ecology. Laboratory offers but does not require vertebrate dissection. Prerequisites: Eligible to take ENGL 1010. Lab fee.

Surveys basic biological principles with an emphasis on food science. Includes the characteristics and diversity of life, food requirements of the human body, environmental impact of food production, food resources, and sustainability issues. Laboratory activities reinforce relationships between biological principles and food. Prerequisite: Eligible to take ENGL 1010 or 0980. Lab fee.

Presents an introduction to Anatomy and Physiology including organization of the human body, biochemistry, cells, genetics, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Laboratory activities reinforce and expand these topics. Course is not recommended for students in the Mathematics and Science program. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisites: high school biology and chemistry with a grade of 75% or higher or college biology and chemistry. Eligible to take ENGL 1010. Lab fee.

Continues from BIOL 1210 an introduction to Anatomy and Physiology including the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Laboratory activities reinforce and expand these topics. Course is not recommended for students in the Mathematics and Science program. Prerequisite: BIOL 1210. Lab fee.

Explores interrelationships between organisms and the environment. The impact of human activities such as pollution, resource use and population growth. Basic ecological concepts provide a foundation for understanding environmental problems and global change. Labs will illustrate the complexity associated with environmental change and emphasize sustainability. Laboratory includes the observation of plants, algae, bacteria and animals. Prerequisites: Eligible to take ENGL 1010, MATH 1100 or higher, High School Biology. Lab fee.

The modern aspects and techniques of biology will be emphasized. BIOL 1510 will cover scientific methodology, biochemistry, cell structure and physiology, genetic mechanisms, plant structure and physiology, taxonomy, and bacterial, protist, fungal, and plant diversity. For Math/Science students. Prerequisites: Eligible to take ENGL 1010, 75% or higher in High School Biology, 75% or higher in High School Chemistry or CHEM 1010 or CHEM 1020. Lab fee.

Emphasizes the modern aspects of biology and its techniques. Includes evolution, animal diversity, human and animal anatomy/physiology, animal behavior, reproduction and development, and ecology. Laboratory requires dissection of a preserved fetal pig and various vertebrate organs, as well as the use of living invertebrates and fish. For Math/Science students. Prerequisites: Eligible to take ENGL 1010, 75% or higher in High School Biology, 75% or higher in High School Chemistry or CHEM 1010 or CHEM 1020. Lab fee.

An introduction to the history of some major themes in biology. Includes research, discussion, and analysis of the development of major underlying themes and concepts in biology. Areas covered may include anatomy/physiology, medicine, reproductive biology/genetics, evolution, and microbiology/disease. Students completing this course will earn three credits of Honors. Lecture, readings, discussions, and presentations. Does not satisfy lab science requirements. Lecture, readings, discussions, and presentations. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 and one semester of college biology.

This course will explore and analyze many of the current issues and controversies that involve the various life sciences, with the goal of getting students to critically think about these issues, develop and defend personal positions, and understand the science behind them. The course is divided into four broad modules: the nature of science, health, society, & medicine, genetics & molecular biology, and environmental science & sustainability. It includes research, discussion, analysis, and presentations. Lecture, readings, discussions, and presentations. Students completing this course will earn three credits of Honors. Does not satisfy lab science requirements. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 and one semester of college biology.

A study of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoans. Emphasizes the anatomical, cultural, physiological, and reproductive characteristics of bacteria and viruses and practical applications of microbiology including aspects of disease. Explores various techniques and procedures used in microbiology labs including, microscopy, staining, growth, and identification of microorganisms. Prerequisite: One year of college biology courses number 1200 or higher OR one semester of college biology courses numbered 1200 or higher and one semester of college chemistry OR BIOL 1210 with a C or better. Lab fee.

This course presents the human body: its chemical, molecular, cellular, genetic and tissue components; skeletal and muscular structure and function; nervous system, neural control mechanisms, sensory pathways, and structures. Laboratory requires microscopy, dissection of a preserved cat cadaver and various vertebrate organs. This course is intended for math and science majors. Lecture/laboratory. Student is recommended to take CHEM 1020 or equivalent. Prerequisites: Two college biology courses. Lab Fee.

This course is the continuation from BIOL 2020 involving the presentation of the human endocrine, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, excretory, and reproductive systems. Laboratory requires microscopy, dissection of a preserved cat cadaver, various vertebrate organs and physiology lab exercises. This course is intended for Math and Science majors. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisites: BIOL 2020. Lab fee.

Examines the relationship between organisms and their environment with special attention paid to the concepts of species interaction, biodiversity, competition, predation, animal behavior, adaptation and sustainability. Populations, communities, ecosystems and the biosphere will also be studied. Students will have the opportunity to explore topics and areas of ecology that are of interest to them. Laboratory includes the study of ponds, streams, forests and cemeteries, as well as the use of live invertebrates. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisites: Eligible to enroll in ENGL 1010 or 1110 and two college biology courses. Lab fee.

This course presents an introduction to the molecular mechanisms of eukaryotic cell function. Topics include biochemistry of the cell, bioenergetics and catalysis, the subcellular organelles, metabolism, intracellular transport, and intercellular communication. Laboratory exercises complement these topics by utilizing current techniques in molecular cell biology. Prerequisites: Two college biology courses. Lab fee.

This course presents an introduction to modern genetics. Topics include the transmission of hereditary information, DNA structure and replication, gene expression and regulation, mutation, DNA repair, and bacterial genetics. Laboratory exercises complement these topics by utilizing current techniques in molecular biology. Prerequisites: Two college biology courses. Lab fee.

Examines the basic concepts of evolution, including natural selection, significance of behavior, and sexual reproduction, adaptation, speciation, and the history of life on earth. The historical framework of evolutionary thought, as well as modern aspects and applications of the theory, will be studied and discussed. Students will be able to explore topics and areas of evolution that are of special interest to them. Lecture only. Fulfills upper-level science requirements. Does not satisfy lab science requirements. Prerequisite: Eligible to enroll in ENGL 1010 or 1110 and two college biology courses.