| BIO 090W |
(1-4:0:0)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
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| BIO 100 Principles of Biology |
(3:3:0)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| An introduction to biology, designed around the areas of cell structure, function, laws of heredity, evolution and ecology. |
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| BIO 102 Principles of Biology Lab |
(1:0:3)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Fee: $5.00 |
| Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in or previous completion of BIO 100 or permission of instructor. |
| A laboratory course in biology designed to accompany the BIO 100 lecture. Together, BIO 100 and BIO 102 fulfill the General Education Biological Science requirement. The goal of the laboratory is to provide students with a positive and memorable exposure to biology, and enhance lifelong learning by training them in the scientific method and critical thinking skills. The BIO 102 course is not designed to coordinate with the BIO 100 lecture and may be taken either concurrently with BIO 100 or in any semester after the BIO 100 has been completed.
*Students registered for BIO 102 MUST attend the first class to be guaranteed a seat. |
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| BIO 118 Field Biology |
(4:3:2)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| This is an introductory level ecology course. It includes field identification techniques, ecological relationships, and field study methods. Field Biology is field oriented. We strive to create an atmosphere of experiential education where students can learn by experiencing nature. The class integrates lecture and lab in a field setting. Many local ecosystems are visited including cold deserts, coniferous forests, streams and rivers, and riparian areas. |
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| BIO 120 Biology of Cultivated Plants |
(4:3:2)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Plants grown in homes and gardens are used to introduce biological principles. Laboratory work emphasizes individual projects utilizing living plants. |
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| BIO 130 Plant Life |
(4:3:2)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Fee: $15.00 |
| Major plant groups and their impact on man are studied. Four different approaches to this course may be offered: (1) Wildflowers (2) Tree & Shrubs (3) Survey of the Plant Kingdom (4) Plants and Society. |
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| BIO 150 General Zoology |
(3:3:0)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| An introduction to the diversity of animals with emphasis on their 1)structure 2)function 3)behavior and 4)economic importance. |
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| BIO 150L General Zoology Lab |
(1:0:2)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Fee: $5.00 |
| Prerequisite: Concurrent or previous enrollment in BIO 150 |
| Selected activities that reinforce the concepts introduced in lecture. |
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| BIO 176 Heredity |
(4:3:2)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Fee: $10.00 |
| An introductory course in genetics for non-science majors. This course uses mathematics and reasoning as it applies to the inheritance of traits in living organisms. The lab provides an opportunity to master the scientific method and experimentation. Students will be expected to communicate their findings in writing.
(Winter, Summer, Fall) |
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| BIO 199 Biology Orientation |
(1:1:0)
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| The course will be divided into 6 modules as follows:
#1: General Overview *Required for all students*
#2: Ecology/Wildlife
#3: Graduate Programs / Academic Careers
#4: Pre-Professional Careers (med, dent, opt, vet, etc)
#5: Industry Careers (lab, pharmaceutical reps, etc)
#6: Allied Health (chiropractics, PA, OP, PT, etc)
Each student will be expected to attend all of Module 1: General Overview, then select three of the remaining five modules. Modules may be taught by different faculty members. Each module will have it's own unique information pertinent to the topics covered and a set of requirements for those students who attend that module. These requirements may include reading assignments, reports, summary sheets or written papers. |
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| BIO 200 Introduction to Biology I : Biological Chemistry, Cell Biology, Metabolism, & Genetics |
(4:4:2)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Fee: $10.00 |
| Prerequisite: Previous credit in Chem 105 or equivalent |
| An intensive introduction to biology, including cell structure and function, basic metabolic pathways, and genetics. |
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| BIO 202 Natural Resource Management |
(4:3:3)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Fee: $25.00 |
| The management of natural resources such as wildlife, fisheries, forests, range, and recreational lands. The orientation of the course will be ecological with emphasis on economic princples, ecosystem interrelationships and current National Natural Resource Policy. |
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| BIO 204 Vertebrate and Invertebrate Strategies |
(4:3:3)
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| Fee: $10.00 |
| Comparative organization and evolutionary significance of adaptive morphological, physiological, behavioral, reproductive and ecological differences in vertebrates and invertebrates. One required field trip. |
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| BIO 207 Wildlife Law & Enforcement |
(3:3:0)
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| In depth analysis of legal mandates, (Federal and State)from a resource protection paradigm. Review of environmental law and evidence collection in relation to the atmosphere associated with the judicial system. Description of field techniques for evidence collection, case investigation and arrest. |
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| BIO 208 General Botany |
(4:3:2)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Fee: $10.00 |
| An introduction to Botany including cell structure, plant anatomy, physiology, reproduction, heredity, evolution and ecology. Lab is required. |
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| BIO 209 An Evolutionary Survey of Plants |
(4:3:3)
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| Fee: $10.00 |
| Prerequisite: BIO 208 or permission by the instructor |
| Structure, function evolution and diversity of prokaryotes, algae, fungi, and higher plants. |
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| BIO 210 Plant Systematics |
(3:2:3)
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| Fee: $20.00 |
| A basic course in vascular plant classification, systematics, and nomenclature, including a survey of common or important vascular plant families, with emphasis on flowering plants and the local flora. Students will also learn the skills necessary for plant identification. |
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| BIO 211 Introduction to Biology II: Plant & Animal Morphology, Diversity, & Ecology |
(4:4:3)
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| Fee: $10.00 |
| Prerequisite: BIO 200 or BIO 208 |
| Second semester of introduction to biology for majors and minors. Includes the study of the evolutionary history of biological diversity, plant form and function, animal form and function, and ecology. |
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| BIO 221 General Microbiology |
(3:3:0)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Prerequisite: Knowledge of the structure and function of the cell. |
| In this course, students will study the microorganisms (especially bacteria and viruses), their metabolism and requirements for growth, the methods used to grow and study them, the disease processes caused by them, methods used to control their growth, and the immune response to infection and disease. |
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| BIO 222 General Microbiology Lab |
(1:0:2)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Fee: $5.00 |
| Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent registration in Bio 221 General Microbiology |
| In this course, students use the microscope to study different types of microorganisms and learn the methods used to grow, identify, and characterize them. |
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| BIO 230 Human Biology |
(4:3:2)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Fee: $10.00 |
| An introductory course in human anatomy and physiology for non-science and non-health professions majors. |
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| BIO 240 Neurobiology |
(4:3:2)
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| This is an introductory course in Neuroscience. It covers the elements of Neurobiology by providing an introduction to the nervous system; examines cellular communication, sensory, motor and integrating systems, such as, the neural basis of behavior; and explores the plasticity of neural systems in learning, during development and via hormonal influences. |
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| BIO 250 Environmental Biology with Lab |
(4:3:2)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Basic ecological principles in relationship to environmental issues. The environmental issues range from local to global and include direct and indirect human impact on ecosystems. This class includes a 2 hour lab to allow hands on understanding of what is covered in lecture. |
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| BIO 264 Human Anatomy & Physiology I |
(4:3:2)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Fee: $10.00 |
| Prerequisite: Recommended: one biology course (Not for Biology Majors) |
| First part of a two semester course to prepare students for further study in the health and medical fields. Specifically designed for students of nursing and the allied health professions. Includes basic biochemistry, structure and function of the cell, tissues, skeleton, muscles and nervous systems of the body. Not acceptable for biology major credit. |
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| BIO 265 Human Anatomy & Physiology II |
(4:3:2)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Fee: $10.00 |
| Prerequisite: Completion of BIO 264 (Not for Biology Majors) |
| Second part of a two semester course to prepare students for further study in the health and medical fields. Specifically designed for students of nursing and the allied health professions. Includes structure and function of the circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, urinary, digestive, endocrine and reproductive systems. Not acceptable for biology major credit. |
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| BIO 268 Human Anatomy & Physiology (Restricted) |
(8:12:8)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
| Fee: $20.00 |
| Prerequisite: Recommended: one biology course |
| An accelerated, one term course for high school graduates who need to complete their Anatomy and Physiology requirement prior to beginning the nursing program at BYU-Idaho. Covers all of the topics taught in Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II (BIO 264 and BIO 265). Restricted to high school graduates who have already been accepted into the nursing program. |
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| BIO 280 Introduction to Pathophysiology |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: BIO 264 & BIO 265 |
| An application of basic principles of physiology to pathological conditions. Designed for students of paramedicine and related fields. Does not fulfill requirements for Bachelors of Nursing Degree. |
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| BIO 302 Ecology |
(4:3:3)
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| Prerequisite: Bio 200 or Bio 208 |
| Interrelationships between plants and animals characteristics of aquatic, mountain, and deserts ecosystems with emphasis on structure and function. |
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| BIO 305 Biology Teaching Practicum |
(1:0:2)
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| Prerequisite: Completion of all 200 level biology classes required for Biology Education Majors. Must be taken concurrently with SecEd 370 or SecEd 280. |
| This class gives students experience in lesson preparation and teaching of general biology topics to non-majors biology students. Meeting times will be linked to designated sections of non-majors biology classes. This class is based on a mix of out of class preparation and student directed teaching experiences. Must be taken concurrently with SecEd 370 or SecEd 280. |
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| BIO 311 Professional School Preparation |
(1:1:0)
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| A pre-professional service course designed to increase your understanding of the professional school admissions process, provide exposure to many aspects of the medical fields and strengthen your qualifications as a professional school applicant. This course should be taken by those who plan to apply for schools of medicine, dentistry, optometry, etc. |
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| BIO 312 Invertebrate Zoology |
(4:3:3)
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| Fee: $10.00 |
| Prerequisite: Bio 211 or Bio 204 or Bio 302 |
| Classification, anatomy, physiology, behavior, ecology, evolution, and medical significance of the invertebrates. (Offered every other semester) |
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| BIO 314 Marine Biology |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: BIO 211 or BIO 302 |
| An introduction to the ecology, diversity, structure, and function of marine communities. |
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| BIO 331 General Entomology |
(3:2:3)
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| Fee: $10.00 |
| An introduction to Entomology with lectures and laboratories on insect structure, development, classification, behavior and control. An insect collection and fieldwork are required. |
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| BIO 351 Principles of Wildlife Management |
(3:3:0)
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| Introduces students to the art and science of wildlife management. This course will provide a foundation course from which students who major in Ecology and Wildlife may build a successful collegiate experience and professional career. It will also provide insight into the wildlife discipline for non-wildlife majors. |
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| BIO 352 Wildland Ecology and Range Plants |
(3:3:2)
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| BIO 362 Stream Ecology |
(3:2:2)
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| Fee: $25.00 |
| Prerequisite: BIO 208 |
| An in depth examination of riparian ecology. Emphasis is placed on stream channel morphology, function and riparian plant succession. Assessment methods of important physical and biotic stream influences, including water chemistry, aquatic insects and other life forms is conducted. Links to terrestrial and riparian components of applicable ecosystems will be investigated. The political issues that impinge on water issues are explored. |
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| BIO 375 Genetics and Molecular Biology |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: BIO 208 or 211 |
| An investigation of the transmission of heritable material in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Topics include classical genetics (patterns of inheritance, linkage and chromosome mapping), molecular biology (DNA structure and function, gene expression, biotechnology), and population genetics. |
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| BIO 376 Cell and Molecular Biology |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: BIO 200 |
| Principles, processes and methodology of molecular and cell biology. Interactions at the cellular level including: structure and function of membranes, organelles and cytoskeletal elements; energy metabolism, signal transduction, cell cycle, cell-cell communication and cellular movement. |
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| BIO 377 Techniques in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology |
(3:0:6)
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| Fee: $50.00 |
| Prerequisite: Prior enrollment in Bio 211 or Bio 208. Prior or concurrent enrollment in Bio 375 is recommended. |
| Biology 377 is a comprehensive laboratory course designed to familiarize students with essential laboratory techniques in molecular biology, cellular biology, genetics, and biochemistry. The course topics demand a rigorous but rewarding schedule that enables students to follow several multi-session projects from start to finish. Students successfully completing the course will find they have most of the skills necessary to work as an entry level laboratory technician. |
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| BIO 378 Techniques in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology |
(2:0:6)
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| Fee: $50.00 |
| Prerequisite: Prior enrollment in Bio 211 or Bio 208. Prior or concurrent enrollment in Bio 375 is recommended. |
| Biology 378 is a 10 week comprehensive laboratory course designed to familiarize students with essential laboratory techniques in molecular biology, genetics, and biochemistry. The course topics demand a rigorous but rewarding schedule that enables students to follow several multi-session projects from start to finish. |
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| BIO 379 Ecological and Wildlife Techniques |
(3:0:6)
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| Fee: $20.00 |
| Prerequisite: Math 221, Bio 302
Bio 375 recommended. |
| Laboratory course designed to familiarize students with essential laboratory and field techniques in ecology and natural resource based fields. |
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| BIO 380 Histology with Lab |
(4:3:3)
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| Prerequisite: BIO 200 or BIO 264 & 265 |
| Microscopic anatomy of cells and tissues and their relationship to the function of the cell. |
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| BIO 381 Pathophysiology |
(3-4:4:0)
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| Prerequisite: Bio 264 & 265 or Bio 461; Chem 101 or equivalent |
| An application of basic principles of physiology to pathological conditions. Designed for nurses and students of the allied health professions. |
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| BIO 386 Nursing Pharmacology |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: BIO 264 & 265 or Bio 461. Some chemistry background is helpful. |
| This course is designed to help nursing students understand the basic principles of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and the clinical application of drugs. The mechanisms of drug action are emphasized to correlate physiological and pharmacological principles. |
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| BIO 398 Natural Resource Internship |
(1-4:0:0)
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| The BYU-Idaho Biology (Natural Resources Emphasis) Internship is designed to give students a personal experience in the professional arena.
The internship may be a specific work or research experience, or may be part of a larger seasonal-type job. Internships are available with government agencies, consulting firms, as research assistants at other universities, etc. |
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| BIO 401R |
(1:1:0)
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| Selected readings in biology.
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| BIO 405 Teaching Methods for the Biological Sciences |
(3:2:3)
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| Fee: $10.00 |
| Prerequisite: Senior status and 80% of biology coursework must be completed before enrolling in this course. This course should not be taken until the semester immediately preceding student teaching. |
| Biological and general science teaching methods needed for certification in biology secondary education are taught. The course focuses on classroom and laboratory techniques utilized in the biological sciences. Practical experience in teaching laboratories, lectures and demonstrations will be emphasized. Students will build a science unit which demonstrates their understanding and application of inquiry and the use of multiple teaching and assessment strategies. |
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| BIO 410 Immunology |
(4:3:2)
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| Fee: $25.00 |
| Prerequisite: Bio 200 and Bio 221 |
| This introductory immunology course will focus on fundamental and clinical principles of immunology. Special attention will be given to landmark experiments that have led to the underlaying theoretical framework of immunology. |
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| BIO 411 Medical Microbiology |
(4:3:2)
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| Fee: $25.00 |
| Prerequisite: BIO 200 and BIO 221/222 |
| Medical microbiology includes the study of bacteriology, mycology, and virology. The major areas of emphasis will focus on host-parasitic interactions between humans and bacteria. Paradigms in bacterial virulence factors will be stressed. The accompanying lab will center on providing experience and insight into the processes of specimen handling, isolation, identification, and sensitivity testing of pathogenic microorganisms. Aseptic techniques are stressed throughout the course. |
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| BIO 420 Principles of Limnology |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: Bio 302 |
| Study of the physical, chemical, meteorological and biological contitions in fresh water. |
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| BIO 423 Natural Resource Policy |
(3:3:0)
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| Introduction to theory, processes, and techniques for the management of natural resources. Emphasis on ecological processes and public policy issues. |
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| BIO 440 Plant Physiology |
(4:3:3)
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| Fee: $15.00 |
| Prerequisite: BIO 200 or 208, and completion of or concurrent enrollment in Chem 352 (organic chemistry)or Chem 150. |
| An advanced biology course that examines the functioning, growth, and development of vascular plants. |
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| BIO 446 Ornithology |
(3:2:2)
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| Fee: $25.00 |
| Prerequisite: Bio 208 or Bio 211 |
| In depth study of avian (bird) biology systematics, distribution, evolution and natural history. At least one field trip required. |
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| BIO 447 Mammalogy |
(3:2:2)
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| Fee: $25.00 |
| Prerequisite: Bio 208 or Bio 211 |
| A study of mammalian diversity, systematics, evolution, morphology, distribution, and natural history. At least one field trip is required. |
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| BIO 460 Human Anatomy with Lab |
(4:3:2)
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| Prerequisite: BIO 211 or Bio 208 |
| Advanced human anatomy for Biology Majors. Comprehensive regional study of gross human anatomy with emphasis on the limbs, and the thoracic, abdominal and pelvic cavities. A portion of the course will be devoted to head and neck anatomy and some neuroanatomy. |
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| BIO 461 Principles of Physiology |
(5:4:3)
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| Fee: $15.00 |
| Prerequisite: BIO 211 or Bio 208 |
| In depth coverage of general physiologic principles and homeostatic mechanisms regulating human organ system function. |
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| BIO 462 Gross Anatomy |
(1:0:2)
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| Fee: $20.00 |
| Prerequisite: Completion of BIO 264 or Bio 460 and consent of the instructor. |
| This is a gross human anatomy course that takes a regional approach to the study of body systems through the dissection of cadavers. |
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| BIO 475 Evolutionary Biology |
(3:2:2)
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| Prerequisite: Completion of Bio 211 or 208 and Bio 375 required. |
| Basic Darwinian evolution and the history of evolutionary thought is presented. Includes the study of the scientific processes through which both microevolution and macroevolution occur, the history of life on earth, phylogenetics, cladistics, molecular evolution, sexual selection, population genetics, and rates of evolution. |
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| BIO 480 Plant Pathology |
(3:2:2)
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| BIO 485 Advanced Neuroscience |
(4:3:3)
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| Fee: $20.00 |
| Prerequisite: Bio 240 |
| Fundamentals of Neuroscience covering neuroanatomy, cellular and molecular neuroscience, development of the nervous system, sensory systems, motor systems, regulatory systems and behavioral and cognitive neuroscience. The associated lab offers students the chance to perform hands-on experiments involving modern neuroscience techniques using state-of-the-art equipment and protocols. |
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| BIO 490 Special Problems |
(1-3:0:0)
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| Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor and Department Chair prior to registration. |
| Determined by consultation with instructor. |
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| BIO 497 Senior Seminar |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: Bio 211 or Bio 302 |
| A capstone course in which participants discuss topics related to the practice of science, the development of a research project, and the presentation of research. Each participant produces a written review paper or research proposal that could be used to carry out an independent research project, and makes an oral presentation of their proposal or paper. |
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| BIO 498R Biology Research/Occupational Internship |
(1-8:0:0)
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| Evaluated work experience program in biology related fields. Internships experience could involve a work related project for a health care facility, government agency, industry, academic institution or any organization that employs biologists or health care professionals on their staff. Internships will be selected according to needs and training objectives of the student. |
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| CLEP 000 |
(3-6:0:0)
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| Fullfills GE Biological Science requirement. |
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| CLEP 001 |
(3:0:0)
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| Fullfills GE Letters requirement. |
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| CLEP 002 |
(3-6:0:0)
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| Fullfills GE Physical Science requirement. |
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| CLEP 003 |
(3-6:0:0)
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| Fullfills GE Social Science requirement. |
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| CLEP 004 |
(3:0:0)
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| Fullfills GE Arts requirement. |
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| CLEP 005 |
(3:0:0)
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| Fullfills GE Reading & Writing requirement. |
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| CLEP 006 |
(3:0:0)
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| Fullfills GE Social Science requirement. |
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| CLEP 007 |
(3:0:0)
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| Fullfills GE Social Science requirement. |
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| CLEP 008 |
(4:0:0)
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| CLEP 009 |
(4:0:0)
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