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Courses in biology (designated BIOL) may be applied as appropriate, for example, toward:
- the general education requirement in the biological and physical sciences; and
- electives.
(For students not majoring in a science.) An introduction to living things based on physical, chemical, and biological principles. The organization, processes, interdependence, and variety of living organisms are explored. Emphasis is on understanding the impact of biological knowledge on human societies. Consideration is given to current events that involve biological systems. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 101, BIOL 105, or BSCI 105.
(For students not majoring in a science. Fulfills the laboratory science requirement only with previous or concurrent credit for BIOL 101.) Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 101. A laboratory study of the concepts underlying the structure and functioning of living organisms. Laboratory exercises emphasize the scientific method and explore topics such as the chemical foundations of living organisms, pH, cell structure and function, metabolism, DNA structure and function, mechanisms and patterns of inheritance, evolution, classification, and population biology and ecosystems. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 102, BIOL 105, or BSCI 105.
(Fulfills the laboratory science requirement. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 102. Laboratory activities are performed both online and at home. Purchase of a lab kit and various other common household and food items is required.) An introduction to the concepts underlying the structure and function of living organisms. The organization, chemical foundations, metabolism, genetics, evolution, ecosystems, and interdependence of living organisms are explored. The scientific method is used to emphasize these topics through laboratory activities. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 103, BIOL 105, BSCI 105, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102.
(Science background not required.) A general introduction to human structure, functions, genetics, evolution, and ecology. The human organism is examined from the basic cellular level and genetics, through organ systems, to interaction with the outside world. Pertinent health topics are also discussed. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 160 or GNSC 160.
(Fulfills the laboratory science requirement only with previous or concurrent credit for BIOL 160.) Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 160. A laboratory course that uses the human organism as an example to illustrate the concepts underlying the organization and interrelationships of all living organisms.
(Fulfills the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisite: BIOL 101, BIOL 105, BIOL 160, or BSCI 105. A thorough introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems of human beings. An overview of cellular physiology is included. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 201 or ZOOL 201.
(Fulfills the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisite: BIOL 101, BIOL 105, BIOL 160, or BSCI 105. An introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the sensory, cardiovascular, endocrine, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, excretory, immune, and reproductive systems. Intermediary metabolism and endocrine relationships are also studied. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 202 or ZOOL 202.
A survey of ecological principles as they apply to the interrelated dilemmas of sustainability. Topics include overpopulation, pollution, over-consumption of natural resources, and the ethics of land use. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 211, BOTN 211, or PBIO 235.
(For students not majoring in science . Fulfills the laboratory science requirement only with previous or concurrent credit for BIOL 211.) Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 211. A laboratory study investigating human interactions with our environment. Scientific objectivity and methodology are employed to gather and analyze data pertaining to the varied and inter-related forms of human environmental impact. Topics explored include principles of ecology, population dynamics, food supply alternatives and impact, sustainable water supplies, energy alternatives, pollution control, greenhouse gases, recycling, and conservation technologies.
A general introduction to population and community biology. Topics include evolution, population genetics, population growth and steady states, age structure of populations, multispecies dependencies, and ecosystem energetics. Illustrations are drawn from both natural and human populations. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 215 or ZOOL 270.
(For students not majoring in a science.) An introduction to genetics, focusing on the human organism. Topics include transmission and biochemical genetics, mutation, the behavior of genes in populations, and genetic engineering. The roles of recent discoveries in the treatment of genetic diseases, cancer, and organ transplantation are examined. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 220, BIOL 346, ZOOL 146, or ZOOL 346.
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