Biology (3100)
Biology (3100)
| 100 | INTRODUCTION TO BOTANY | 4 credits |
| Identification and biology of common plants of this region. Recommended for teachers of nature study. Not available for credit toward a degree in biology. Laboratory. | ||
| 101 | INTRODUCTION TO ZOOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Identification and biology of common animals of this region. Recommended for teachers of nature study. Not available for credit toward a degree in biology. Laboratory. | ||
| 103 | NATURAL SCIENCE: BIOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Designed for non-science majors. Laboratory and class instruction illustrate concepts of living organisms with emphasis on mankind's position in, and influence on, the environment. | ||
| 108 | INTRO TO BIOLOGICAL AGING | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 3100:103. Survey of normal anatomical and physical changes in aging and associate diseases. (For students in gerontological programs at Wayne College. Not for B.S. biology credit.) | ||
| 111 | PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY I | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite or Corequisite: 3150:151 Molecular, cellular basis of life; energy transformations, metabolism; cell reproduction,genetics, development, immunology, evolution, and origin and diversity of life (through plants). Laboratory. | ||
| 112 | PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY II | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 111 with a grade of C- or better. Animal diversity; nutrients, gas exchange, transport, homeostasis, control in plants and animals; behavior; ecology. (111-112 are an integrated course for biology majors.) Laboratory. | ||
| 130 | PRINCIPLES OF MICROBIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Basic principles and terminology of microbiology; cultivation and control of microorganisms; relationships of microorganisms; medical microbiology. Laboratory. Not available for credit toward a degree in biology. | ||
| 180 | BS/MD ORIENTATION | 1 credits |
| Orientation to the BS/MD Program. Restricted to students in the BS/MD Program. Graded credit/no credit. Not available for credit toward a biology degree. | ||
| 190 | HLTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTS | 1 credits |
| Health-care principles and practices. Restricted to the student in NEOUCOM, six-year BS/MD program. Graded credit/noncredit. Not available toward credit as major in biological sciences. | ||
| 191 | HLTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTS | 1 credits |
| Health-care principles and practices. Restricted to the student in NEOUCOM, six-year BS/MD program. Graded credit/noncredit. Not available toward credit as major in biological sciences. | ||
| 200 | HUMAN ANAT & PHYSIOLOGY I | 3 credits |
| Study of structure and function of the human body. Molecular, cellular function, histology, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, and the sense organs. Not available for credit toward a degree in biology. | ||
| 201 | HUMAN ANAT & PHYS LAB I | 1 credits |
| Laboratory devised to allow hands on experience using models, dissections of various animals, virtual dissection, and physiological exercises. Not available for credit toward a degree in biology. | ||
| 202 | HUMAN ANAT & PHYSIOLOGY II | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 200. Study of structure and function of the human body. Endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatics, respiratory system, urinary system, digestive system, and reproductive systems. Not available for credit toward a degree in biology. | ||
| 203 | HUMAN ANAT & PHYS LAB II | 1 credits |
| Laboratory devised to allow hands on experience using models, dissections of various animals, virtual dissection, and physiological exercises. Not available for credit toward a degree in biology. | ||
| 211 | GENERAL GENETICS | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112. Principles of heredity, principles of genetics. | ||
| 212 | GENETICS LAB | 1 credits |
| Prerequisite or corequisite: 211. Laboratory experiments in genetics with emphasis on scientific method; techniques in molecular biology. | ||
| 217 | GENERAL ECOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better. Study of interrelationships between organisms and environment. | ||
| 225 | BIOLOGY OF AIDS | 1 credits |
| Prerequisite: permission. Course examines the Human Immunodeficiency Virus and the disease of AIDS. Virus structure, replication, therapy, transmission, epidemiology, disease process and social consequences are studied. Not available for credit toward a degree in biology. | ||
| 265 | INTRODUCTORY HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Study of physiological processes in human body, particularly at organ-systems level. Not open to preprofessional majors. Laboratory. Not available for credit toward a degree in biology. | ||
| 290 | HLTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTS | 1 credits |
| Health-care principles and practices. A continuation of 190/191 for a second year student in NEOUCOM six-year BS/MD program. Graded credit/noncredit. Not available toward credit as major in biological sciences. | ||
| 291 | HLTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTS | 1 credits |
| Health-care principles and practices. A continuation of 190/191 for a second year student in NEOUCOM six-year BS/MD program. Graded credit/noncredit. Not available toward credit as major in biological sciences. | ||
| 295 | ST: BIOLOGY | 1-3 credits |
| Prerequisite: Permission. Special courses offered occasionally in areas where no formal course exists. Not available for credit toward a degree in biology. | ||
| 311 | CELL & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisites: 3100: 211, 3150:151, 152, 153, 154. Study of structure and function of cells, with emphasis on both classical and modern approaches to understanding organelles, energy balance, protein synthesis, and replication. | ||
| 315 | EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY DISC | 1 credits |
| Prerequisite: 211. Informal discussions of various aspects of organic evolution of general or special interest. | ||
| 316 | EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better. Description of core evolutionary concepts and the history of evolutionary thought including natural selection, sexual selection, genetic drift, higher level selection and speciation. | ||
| 331 | MICROBIOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisites: 112, 211 and prerequisite or corequisite 3150:263. Survey of monera with emphasis on the bacteria: their morphology, cultivation and chemical characteristics. Relationships of microorganisms to humans and their environment. Laboratory. | ||
| 342 | FLORA & TAXONOMY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a C- or better. Origins of Ohio flora, ecological and evolutionary relationships. Survey of local flowering plant families, collection and identification of flora. Laboratory and field trips. | ||
| 343 | DIVERSITY OF PLANTS | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: 112, 217. A broad survey of the traditional plant "branches" of the tree of life. Diversity, structure, and function of fungi, algae, and land plants. | ||
| 344 | DIVERSITY OF PLANT LABORATORY | 2 credits |
| Prerequisites: 112, 217: Corequisite: 343. A broad laboratory survey of the traditional plant "branches" of the tree of life. Students will have hands-on experience with fungi, algae, and land plants. | ||
| 345 | BIOLOGY OF VASCULAR PLANTS | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better. A lecture and laboratory course which presents an overview of the anatomy, morphology, development and evolution of vascular plants. | ||
| 363 | ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY I | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better. Comparative study of transport mechanisms, excitatory membranes, sensory reception, neuroendocrine systems, and muscle contraction. The foundation for all physiology courses. | ||
| 364 | ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY LAB I | 1 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better. Corequisite: 363. Laboratory experiments in animal physiology. (Transport processes, neurophysiology, endocrinology, muscle physiology.) Presentation of results in written scientific format. | ||
| 365 | HISTOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better. Cellular structure of organs in relation to their functional activity, life history, comparative development. Laboratory. | ||
| 406 | PRINCIPLES OF SYSTEMATICS | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: 112,211,316. The science of identifying, naming, and classifying the diversity of life. Topics include: nomenclature, types, techniques of data collection, and methods of phylogenetic reconstruction. | ||
| 418 | FIELD ECOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 217 (statistics strongly recommended). Introduction to sampling methods, design of experiments and observations, and computer analysis; some local natural history. Laboratory. | ||
| 421 | TROPICAL FIELD BIOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisites: 111/112 or equivalent. Ecology of coral reefs, tide pools, mangroves, intertidal zones, terrestrial flora and fauna, island biogeography. Taught at a field station in the tropics. Field trips involved; transportation costs. | ||
| 422 | CONSERVATION BIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 217. Explores the factors affecting survival of biodiversity, and how to develop practical approaches to resolve complicated conservation issues. | ||
| 423 | POPULATION BIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites:211, 217. Discussions of animal and plant ecology and evolutionary biology from a species and population level perspective. Includes topics in population ecology and population genetics. | ||
| 426 | WETLAND ECOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 217. Wetland ecology; principles and conservation. Field studies will be conducted at Bath Nature Preserve. Laboratory. | ||
| 427 | FRESHWATER ECOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better, or by permission. The course explores the diversity of aquatic life and key characteristics of freshwater ecosystems with emphasis on the Laurentian Great Lakes. Includes field trips, laboratory. | ||
| 428 | BIOLOGY OF BEHAVIOR | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: 211, 217, and 316. Biological basis of behavior, ethology, and behavioral ecology. An evolutionary perspective is emphasized. | ||
| 429 | BIOLOGY OF BEHAVIOR LABORATORY | 1 credits |
| Prerequisite or corequisite: 428 and permission of instructor. Individualized, directed study to provide the student with first hand experience in observing, describing and interpreting animal behavior.. | ||
| 430 | COMMUNITY/ECOSYSTEM ECOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 217. An examination of the components, processes, and dynamics in communities and ecosystems. Includes reading and discussion of primary literature. | ||
| 433 | PATHOGENIC BACTERIOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 331. Study of major groups of bacteria which produce infections in humans. Biochemical properties of microorganisms which engender virulence and nature of host resistance. Laboratory. | ||
| 437 | IMMUNOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 211, 311. Nature of antigens, antibody response, and antigen-antibody reactions. Site and mechanism of antibody formations, hypersensitivity, immunologic tolerance and immune diseases considered. Laboratory. | ||
| 439 | ADVANCED IMMUNOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 437. Immunology is studied from a historical and current perspective. Topics include T cells, B cells, antigen presentation, HIV, and transplantation. | ||
| 440 | MYCOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better. Structure, life history, classification of representative fungi with emphasis on the importance of fungi to humans. Laboratory. | ||
| 443 | PHYCOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112. Examination of the major groups of algae with emphasis on life histories and their relationship to algal form and structure. Laboratory. | ||
| 444 | FIELD MARINE PHYCOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Collection and identification of tropical marine algae on San Salvador Island, The Bahamas. Discussion of characteristics and ecology of major groups of Caribbean algae. Laboratory. | ||
| 451 | GENERAL ENTOMOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisites: 112, 217. Structure, physiology, life cycles, economic importance and characteristics of orders and major families of insects. Laboratories parallel lectures. | ||
| 453 | INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisites: 112, 217. Invertebrate groups, their classification, functional morphology, adaptive radiation and life history. A phylogenetic approach is used. Laboratories parallel lectures. | ||
| 454 | PARASITOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisites: 112 with a grade of C- or better. Principles of parasitism; host parasite interactions; important human and veterinary parasitic diseases; and control measures. Laboratories parallel lectures. | ||
| 455 | ICHTHYOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisites: 217. Study of fishes; incorporates aspects of evolution, anatomy, physiology, natural history, and commercial exploitation of fishes. Laboratory incorporates field-based exercises and fish taxonomy. | ||
| 456 | ORNITHOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better. Introduction to biology of birds: classification, anatomy, physiology, behavior, ecology, evolution, natural history and field identification. Laboratory and field trips. | ||
| 457 | HERPETOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better. Survey of the diversity, ecology and evolution of amphibians and reptiles. Special emphasis is given to Ohio species. Laboratory. | ||
| 458 | VERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 316 or permission. Biology of vertebrates, except birds evolution, ecology, behavior, systematics and anatomy. Laboratory with field trips. | ||
| 463 | EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 3100:363 or instructor permission. Through lecture, reading and critical analysis of current literature, physiologic mechanisms of exercise in animals will be explored. | ||
| 465 | ADVANCED CARDIOVAS PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 202 or 363 or 473. Study of biological mechanisms involved in heart attack, strokes, fluid balance, hypertension and heart disease. Controversial issues in each area will be examined and current research presented. | ||
| 466 | VERTEBRATE EMBRYOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better. Lectures focus on development of model vertebrate organisms, and cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying animal development. Laboratory focuses on frog and chick development. | ||
| 467 | COMP VERTEBRATE MORPHOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better. An introduction to the comparative morphology of major vertebrates. The laboratories consist of dissections of representative vertebrates. | ||
| 468 | THE PHYSIOLOGY OF REPRODUCTION | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: 112 or 202. Study of the physiological mechanisms of reproduction throughout the animal kingdom with emphasis upon mammalian endocrinological control. Controversial issues and current research will be examined. | ||
| 469 | RESPIRATORY PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 202 or 363 or 473. Study of mechanisms determining gas exchange including mechanics, ventilation, blood flow, diffusion, and control systems. Emphasis is given to normal human lung function. (Clinical aspects are not considered in detail.) | ||
| 470 | LAB ANIMAL REGULATIONS | 1 credits |
| Required of anyone working with animals, and covers government regulations, care of animals and a lab to teach basic animal handling and measurement techniques. | ||
| 471 | PHYSIOLOGICAL GENETICS | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 211 or equivalent. 202 or 363 or 473. The integrative study of how genetics and physiology influence complex systems from molecular to behavioral in plants and animals. Laboratory. | ||
| 472 | BIOL MECHANISMS OF STRESS | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 202 or 363 or 473. Study of mechanisms from molecular to behavioral of how stress influences body systems and signals. The latest research and experimental issues are discussed. | ||
| 473 | ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY II | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 363. Comparative study of respiration, circulation, digestion, metabolism, osmoregulation and excretion in a variety of invertebrate and vertebrate animals. Adaptation to the environment is emphasized. | ||
| 474 | ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY LAB II | 1 credits |
| Prerequisite: 364; corequisite 473. Laboratory experiments in animal physiology (respiration, circulation, metabolism, osmoregulation). Presentation of results in scientific format and as oral reports. | ||
| 475 | COMPARATIVE BIOMECHANICS | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite:112 with a grade of C- or better, or equivalent. Investigation of how physical constraints on biological materials, structural mechanics and locomotion relate to the survival and evolution of living organisms. | ||
| 478 | RENAL PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 with a grade of C- or better. The study of how the kidneys affect other body systems and how, in turn, they are affected by these systems. | ||
| 480 | MOLECULAR BIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 211 and 311. Fundamentals of molecular biology, including recombinant DNA technology, applications in biotechnology, medicine, and genetic engineering. Mechanisms of gene regulation. | ||
| 481 | ADVANCED GENETICS | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 211. Nature of the gene; genetic codes; hereditary determinants; mutagenesis and genes in population. Lecture and seminar. | ||
| 482 | NEUROBIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: 111,112 with grades of C- or better. History of Neuroscience; organization, function and development of the central nervous system; electrophysiological properties of nerve cells; learning and memory; molecular basis for mental diseases. | ||
| 485 | CELL PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 and 3150:401. Explores molecular and biochemical aspects of energy metabolism, inter and intracelluar signaling, growth and death of cells. Emphasizes up-to-date scientific literature. | ||
| 486 | CELL PHYSIOLOGY LABORATORY | 1 credits |
| Prerequisite: 112 and 3150:401. Corequisite: 485. Practice of modern cell physiology laboratory techniques. Emphasis on student directed original research. | ||
| 494 | W: BIOLOGY | 1-3 credits |
| (May be repeated) Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Group studies of special topics in biology. May not be used to meet undergraduate or graduate major requirements in biology. May be used for elective credit only. | ||
| 495 | ST: BIOLOGY | 1-3 credits |
| Prerequisite: permission. Special courses offered occasionally in areas where no formal course exists. | ||
| 497 | BIOLOGICAL PROBLEMS | 1-3 credits |
| (May be repeated for a total of 6 credits) Permission; 2.0 GPA or better in Biology coursework; currently in the College of Arts & Sciences. Advanced level work, usually consisting of laboratory investigations. A maximum of 4 credits may apply toward the major degree requirements. | ||
| 499 | SR HONORS PROG IN BIOLOGY | 1-3 credits |
| (May be repeated for a total of five credits) Prerequisites: senior standing in Honors College and approval of honors preceptor. Open only to biology and natural sciences divisional majors in Honors College. Independent study leading to completion of approved senior honors. | ||
| 506 | PRINCIPLES OF SYSTEMATICS | 3 credits |
| The science of identifying, naming, and classifying the diversity of life. Topics include: nomenclature, types, techniques of data collection, and methods of phylogenetic reconstruction. | ||
| 512 | ADVANCED ECOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Advanced study of the ecology of individuals, populations, communities, and conservation/applied ecology. Active participation/discussion of primary literature in ecology is required. | ||
| 518 | FIELD ECOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Introduction to sampling methods, design of experiments and observations, and computer analysis; some local natural history. Laboratory. | ||
| 521 | TROPICAL FIELD BIOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Ecology of coral reefs, tide pools, mangroves, intertidal zones, terrestrial flora and fauna, island biogeography. Taught at a field station in the tropics. | ||
| 522 | CONSERVATION BIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Explores the factors affecting survival of biodiversity, and how to develop practical approaches to resolve complicated conservation issues. | ||
| 523 | POPULATION BIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Discussion of animal and plant ecology and evolutionary biology from a species and population level perspective. Includes topics in population ecology and population genetics. | ||
| 526 | WETLAND ECOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Wetland ecology; principles and conservation. Field studies will be conducted at Bath Nature Preserve. Laboratory. *Field trips involved; minor transportation costs. | ||
| 527 | LIMNOLOGY | 4 credits |
| This course explores the diversity of aquatic life and key biotic characteristics of freshwater ecosystems with emphasis on the Great Lakes. Includes field trips. | ||
| 528 | BIOLOGY OF BEHAVIOR | 3 credits |
| Biological basis of behavior, ethological theory; function, causation, evolution, and adaptiveness of behavior. May be taken without 429/529. | ||
| 529 | BIOLOGY OF BEHAVIOR LABORATORY | 1 credits |
| Prerequisites or corequisite: 528. Individualized, directed study to provide the student with first hand experience in observing, describing and interpreting animal behavior. | ||
| 530 | COMMUNITY/ECOSYSTEM ECOLOGY | 3 credits |
| History of the ecosystem concept; components, processes and dynamics of communities and ecosystems; analysis and design of ecosystem experiments. Laboratory. | ||
| 533 | PATHOGENIC BACTERIOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Study of major groups of bacteria which produce infections in humans. Biochemical properties of microorganisms which engender virulence and nature of host resistance. Laboratory. | ||
| 537 | IMMUNOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Nature of antigens, antibody response, and antigen-antibody reactions. Site and mechanism of antibody formations, hypersensitivity, immunologic tolerance and immune diseases considered. Laboratory. | ||
| 539 | ADVANCED IMMUNOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Immunology is studied from a historical and current perspective. Topics include T cells, B cells, antigen presentation, HIV, and transplantation. | ||
| 540 | MYCOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Structure, life history, classification of representative fungi with emphasis on the importance of fungi to humans. Laboratory. | ||
| 543 | PHYCOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Examination of the major groups of algae with emphasis on life histories and their relationship to algal form and structure. Laboratory. | ||
| 544 | FIELD MARINE PHYCOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Collection and identification of tropical marine algae on San Salvador Island, The Bahamas. Discussion of characteristics and ecology of major groups of Caribbean algae. Laboratory. | ||
| 551 | GENERAL ENTOMOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Structure, physiology, life cycles, economic importance characteristics of orders and major families of insects. Laboratories parallel lectures. | ||
| 553 | INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Invertebrate groups, their classification, functional morphology, adaptive radiation and life history. A phylogenetic approach is used. Laboratories parallel lectures. | ||
| 554 | PARASITOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Principles of parasitism; host parasite interactions; important human and veterinary parasitic diseases; and control measures. Laboratories parallel lectures. | ||
| 555 | ICHTHYOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Study of fishes; incorporates aspects of evolution, anatomy, physiology, natural history, and commercial exploitation of fishes. Laboratory incorporates field-based exercises and fish taxonomy. | ||
| 556 | ORNITHOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Introduction to biology of birds: classification, anatomy, physiology, behavior, ecology, evolution, natural history and field identification. Laboratory. *Field trips involved; minor transportation costs. | ||
| 557 | HERPETOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Survey of the diversity, ecology and evolution of amphibians and reptiles. Special emphasis is given to Ohio species. Laboratory. | ||
| 558 | VERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: permission. Biology of vertebrates, except birds à evolution, ecology, behavior, systematics and anatomy. Laboratory with field trips. | ||
| 565 | ADVANCED CARDIOVAS PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 573. Study of biological mechanisms involved in heart attack, strokes, fluid balance, hypertension and heart disease. Controversial issues in each area will be examined and current research presented. | ||
| 566 | VERTEBRATE EMBRYOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Lectures focus on development of model vertebrate organisms, and cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying animal development. Laboratory focuses on frog and chick development. | ||
| 567 | COMP VERTEBRATE MORPHOLGY | 4 credits |
| An introduction to the comparative morphology of major vertebrates. The laboratory consists of dissections of representative vertebrates. | ||
| 568 | THE PHYSIOLOGY OF REPRODUCTION | 3 credits |
| Study of the physiological mechanisms of reproduction throughout the animal kingdom with special emphasis upon mammalian endocrinological control. Controversial issues in the field will be examined and current research presented. | ||
| 569 | RESPIRATORY PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 573. Study of mechanisms determining gas exchange including mechanics, ventilation, blood flow, diffusion, and control systems. Emphasis is given to normal human lung function. (Clinical aspects are not considered in detail.) | ||
| 570 | LAB ANIMAL REGULATIONS | 1 credits |
| Required of anyone working with animals, and covers government regulations, care of animals and a lab to teach basic animal handling and measurement techniques. | ||
| 571 | PHYSIOLOGICAL GENETICS | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: 573. The integrative study of how genetics and physiology influence complex systems from molecular to behavioral in plants and animals. Laboratory. | ||
| 572 | BIOL MECHANISMS OF STRESS | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 573. Study of mechanisms from molecular to behavioral of how stress influences body systems and signals. The latest research and experimental issues are discussed. | ||
| 573 | COMPARATIVE ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Study of respiration, circulation, digestion, metabolism, osmoregulation, and excretion in a variety of invertebrate and vertebrate animals. Adaptation to the environment is emphasized. | ||
| 574 | COMPARATIVE ANIMAL PHYSLGY LAB | 1 credits |
| Corequisite: 573. Laboratory experiments in animal physiology (respiration, circulation, metabolism, osmoregulation). Presentation of results in scientific format and as oral reports. | ||
| 580 | MOLECULAR BIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Fundamentals of molecular biology, including recombinant DNA technology, applications in biotechnology, medicine, and genetic engineering. Mechanisms of gene regulation. | ||
| 581 | ADVANCED GENETICS | 3 credits |
| Nature of the gene; genetic codes; hereditary determinants; mutagenesis and genes in population. Lecture and seminar. | ||
| 582 | NEUROBIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| History of Neuroscience; organization, function and development of the central nervous system; electrophysiological properties of nerve cells; learning and memory; molecular basis for mental diseases. | ||
| 585 | CELL PHYSIOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Explores molecular and biochemical aspects of energy metabolism, inter and intracellular signaling, growth and death of cells. Emphasizes up-to-date scientific literature and techniques. Laboratory. | ||
| 594 | W: BIOLOGY | 1-3 credits |
| (May be repeated) Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Group studies of special topics in biology. May not be used to meet undergraduate or graduate major requirements in biology. May be used for elective credit only. | ||
| 597 | BIOLOGICAL PROBLEMS | 1-2 credits |
| Prerequisite: permission. Honors-level work, usually consisting of laboratory investigations. A maximum of 4 credits may apply toward the major degree requirements. | ||
| 598 | BIOLOGICAL PROBLEMS | 1-2 credits |
| Prerequisite: permission. Honors-level work, usually consisting of laboratory investigations. A maximum of 4 credits may apply toward the major degree requirements. | ||
| 601 | EVOLUTIONARY ECOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Advanced studies of topics in ecology and evolution, including population genetics, coevolution, metapopulations, and conservation genetics. Lecture/discussion format. | ||
| 604 | TOPICS IN INTEGRATIVE BIOLOGY | 2 credits |
| Reading, critical analysis, presentation, discussion and debate of cutting edge biological research with an emphasis on understanding the integrative approach to biological investigation. | ||
| 616 | GRADUATE EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY | 4 credits |
| A survey of theory and methods in evolutionary biology including: evolutionary genetics, natural selection, drift, mating systems, trait integration, plasticity, phylogenetics, and paleontology. | ||
| 617 | GRADUATE ECOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Advanced training for students pursuing a professional/academic career in ecology or associated disciplines. Exploration of interactions at the organismal, population, community, and ecosystem levels. | ||
| 618 | EXPER APPROACHES FIELD ECOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: Graduate status. Field oriented course intended to help students learn to formulate questions and hypotheses, design field studies, analyze and interpret data, and present conclusions. Laboratory. | ||
| 624 | ADVANCED AQUATIC ECOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: permission. This course examines interactions between aquatic organisms and their environment across freshwater and marine systems. It includes primary literature, field trips, and student-designed experiments. | ||
| 625 | BASIC DNA TECHNIQUES | 3 credits |
| Basic DNA techniques including extraction of DNA, cleavage of DNA and cloning. Laboratory. | ||
| 626 | TECHNIQUES IN MOLECULAR BIOL | 3 credits |
| Discussion of current techniques in molecular biology such as microscopy, cell culture, gene expression and protein analysis. Laboratory. | ||
| 628 | ADVANCED TOPICS IN BEHAVIOR | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 528 or equivalent. Advanced studies of topics in behavior, emphasizing current scientific literature. | ||
| 651 | ENTOMOLOGY | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: graduate standing in Biology. Exploration of the diversity and biology of insects and their relatives. Laboratories emphasize field exercises and a collection. | ||
| 660 | ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: 561, 562. Study of physiological reactions of healthy mammals to natural changes or extremes of physical environment. | ||
| 663 | ADVANCED EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Through lecture, reading and critical analysis of current literature, physiologic mechanisms of exercise in animals will be explored. | ||
| 665 | HIST, CELL BIOL, & INTRO PATH | 4 credits |
| This course integrates cell biology and histology to show how organs are structured and function, and how they are altered during sample pathologies. Laboratory. | ||
| 671 | DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY | 4 credits |
| The study of cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying animal development. Laboratory. | ||
| 673 | INTEGRATIVE STRESS PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: B.S. in Biology or equivalent. This course is designed to examine the behavioral, physiological, genomic and molecular mechanisms of how various types of stressors affect the organism. | ||
| 674 | INTEGRTD CARDIOVSCLR PHYSIOLGY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: B. S. in Biology or equivalent. Integration of epidemiological, behavioral, physiological, molecular and genetic mechanisms of cardiovascular function in health and disease. Emphasis on critical thinking and class discussions. | ||
| 675 | INTEGRATVE PHYSIOLGCL GENOMICS | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: B.S. degree in science discipline. This course uses methodologies from genetics and physiology as an integrated approach to studying whole body systems. | ||
| 676 | INTEGRATIVE PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Exploration of the integrative nature of physiology through lecture, reading, and critical analysis of current literature. | ||
| 677 | SYSTEMS PHYSIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| Study of the complex nature of specific physiological systems both as separate entities and interacting units. | ||
| 681 | CYTOLOGY | 3 credits |
| The study of how a cell's structure, biochemistry, metabolism, and molecular biology integrate to produce cell function. Laboratory. | ||
| 683 | SELECTED TOPICS: NEUROBIOLOGY | 3 credits |
| The study of organization, function, and development of the vertebrate nervous system. | ||
| 685 | ADVANCED CELL PHYSIOLOGY | 4 credits |
| The study of how a cell's stucture, biochemistry, metabolism and molecular biology integrate to produce cell function. Laboratory. | ||
| 688 | PRIN OF TRANS ELEC MICRO | 3 credits |
| Modern cytological methods using transmission electron microscope. Portfolio required to demonstrate proficiency in fixation techniques, use of ultramicrotome, light and electron microscopes and darkroom techniques. | ||
| 689 | PRINC SCAN ELECTRON MICROSCOPY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 681 or equivalent. An introduction of modern cytological methods using the scanning electron microscope. A portfolio is required to demonstrate proficiency in fixation techniques, the use of supplemental equipment such as the critical point drying apparatus and the sputter-coating apparatus and the efficient use of the scanning electron microscope. | ||
| 695 | ST: BIOLOGY | 1-3 credits |
| (May be repeated) Prerequisite: permission. Special courses offered once or only occasionally in areas where no formal course exists. | ||
| 697 | BIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM | 1 credits |
| (May be repeated) Prerequisite: permission. Attendance at all departmental seminars and presentation of seminar based on original research. Required of all thesis option students who shall present their thesis research. | ||
| 698 | BIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM | 1 credits |
| (May be repeated) Prerequisite: permission. Attendance at all departmental seminars and presentation of seminar based on original research. Required of all thesis option students who shall present their thesis research. | ||
| 699 | MASTERS THESIS | 1-6 credits |
| (May be repeated) A minimum of six credits is required for thesis option student. | ||
| 701 | RSRCH TECHNQ IN INTGRTD BIOSCI | 4 credits |
| Students will learn standard, common techniques that are applicable across broad areas of research in integrated bioscience. | ||
| 702 | COMMUNICATNG IN INTGRTD BIOSCI | 2 credits |
| Communication of bioscience topics to professionals of a broad audience. Students present topics in their area of expertise to other (non-discipline) students in the course. | ||
| 703 | PROBLEM SOLV IN INTGRTD BIOSCI | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 702. Students will learn how to study complex systems and get hands-on experience working in interdisciplinary teams. | ||
| 797 | INTGRTD BIOSCIENCE COLLOQUIUM | 1 credits |
| Prerequisite: permission. Seminars of original research from a broad range of bioscience-related disciplines. | ||
| 798 | INTGRTD BIOSCIENCE COLLOQUIUM | 1 credits |
| Prerequisite: permission. Seminars of original research from a broad range of bioscience-related disciplines. | ||
| 899 | DOCTORAL DISSERTATION | 1-12 credits |
| Original research by the doctoral student. | ||
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