BIO 103 Intro to Human Anatomy and Physio
Credits: 3.00
This course is a non-laboratory descriptive study of the structure and function of the human body, using a systems approach.
BIO 115 Environmental Biology
Credits: 3.00
This course is designed to explore three aspects of the environment: the interacting components of the environment apart from man, the impact of man and contemporary cultures on the environment, and local pollution problems and possible solutions. This course meets General Education Core Goal 2: Analytic Skills; Core Goal 5: Information Literacy; Core Goal 11: Civic Responsibility; Core Goal 12: Global Perspectives & Diversity; and Core Goal 13: Ethical Reasoning and Behavior
BIO 120 Concepts of Biology
Credits: 4.00
A terminal lab-science for non-science majors who desire only one-semester of biology. Topics include a discussion of the fundamental and contemporary issues regarding biological chemistry, cell biology, genetics and the different forms of life. The material is discussed in the context of the principles of evolution and the biology of ecosystems. This course meets General Education Core Goal 2: Analytic Skills; Core Goal 5: Information Literacy; and Core Goal 8: Physical and Life Sciences
BIO 121 General Biology I
Credits: 4.00
A study of the unifying principles which govern the operation of all living things; including biological chemistry, energy, metabolism, cell biology and genetics. This course is designed for non-science majors. This course meets General Education Core Goal 2: Analytic Skills; Core Goal 5: Information Literacy; and Core Goal 8: Physical and Life Sciences This course meets General Education Core Goal 2: Analytic Skills; Core Goal 5: Information Literacy; and Core Goal 8: Physical and Life Sciences
BIO 122 General Biology II
Credits: 4.00
An emphasis is placed on evolution as it applies to the development, adaptation and taxonomy of organisms. The kingdoms of organisms are discussed in terms of their structure, function, reproduction and adaptation.
BIO 129 Functional Human Anatomy and Physiology
Credits: 4.00
This course provides a background in human anatomy and physiology, with emphasis being placed on the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems. This course is oriented towards students in Exercise Science and Wellness degree programs. Dissection of preserved animal tissue is required.
BIO 130 Intro to Anatomy and Physiology
Credits: 4.00
A one-semester course in which the structure and function of the ten basic human systems is studied, with emphasis placed on the circulatory, urinary, endocrine, and respiratory systems. Oriented toward students in the Medical Laboratory Technician curriculum.
BIO 131 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Credits: 4.00
A course employing a systems approach to the structure and function of the human body. Emphasis will be placed on biological chemistry, the cell, the skeletal, muscular, nervous and integument systems. Appropriate, relevant laboratory experiences will be employed to supplement and/or reinforce the lecture material. Dissection of preserved animal material is required.
BIO 132 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Credits: 4.00
A continuation of BIO 131 with study of the normal and pathological structure and function of the human body. Emphasis will be placed on circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Dissection of preserved animal material is required.
BIO 140 Microbiology and Immunology
Credits: 4.00
A study of microorganisms and their relationship to infectious disease in humans. The biology of microorganisms; infection and pathogenesis; resistance and immunity. For Allied Health specialties and Science majors. (Laboratory/lecture format) This course meets General Education Core Goal 2: Analytic Skills; Core Goal 5: Information Literacy; and Core Goal 8: Physical and Life Sciences
BIO 141 Clinical Microbiology I
Credits: 4.00
BIO 141 is the first part of a two part Medical Microbiology course for MLT students. It examines the microbial world with emphasis on the morphology and biological properties of bacteria and their relationship to man and the clinical laboratory. It enables the student to understand how infectious disease is spread, how bacteria are isolated and identified, how microbes are controlled and the nature and use of antibiotics. The procedures used in the identification of medically important bacteria are stressed.
BIO 151 Principles of Biology I
Credits: 4.00
An introduction to the study of life as it applies to all organisms. Primary emphasis is given to biological chemistry, metabolism, production and utilization of energy, basic cell structure and reproduction and the classical and molecular aspects of genetics.
BIO 152 Principles of Biology II
Credits: 4.00
A primary emphasis is placed on evolution as it applies to the development, adaptation and taxonomy of organisms. The major kingdoms of organisms are discussed as it relates to their structure, metabolism reproduction and evolutionary adaptation. The kingdoms are compared and contrasted with one another as part of this discussion. Evolutionary mechanisms are discussed as they relate to selection and adaptation of previously discussed organisms.
BIO 199 Independent Study in Biology I
Credits: 1.00
This course number will be employed to cover varied situations, including when a request is made by an advanced student to study in a specific area with a specific instructor, or when a student wishes to pursue the lecture content of a department offering on an independent study basis, perhaps having completed the requisite lab work in another course. The designation BIO 199 permits flexibility within the department and all requests for Independent Study are approved and monitored by a committee of Biology faculty in consultation with the Division Dean.
BIO 241 Clinical Microbiology II
Credits: 4.00
A course that introduces Immunology, Virology, Mycology, and Parasitology as well as the immunological basis of serological tests and their uses in the diagnosis of infectious and non-infectious diseases.
BIO 255 General Botany
Credits: 4.00
Botany will represent an orderly study of selected members of the plant kingdom to supplement their introduction in Principles of Biology. The course will expand the phylogenetic treatment of algae and vascular and non-vascular land plants, with emphasis on their evolution and adaptation, morphology and reproductive cycles. Emphasis will be placed on the origin and anatomy of vegetative organs of the flowering plants.
BIO 256 Ecology
Credits: 4.00
This course provides students with a 4-credit lab science focusing on the interactions of organisms with their biotic and abiotic environments. It will include an overview of the various components of population, community and ecosystem-level interactions, a broad survey of the major terrestrial and aquatic biomes of the world, both local and biosphere-level anthropogenic effects, and restoration ecology. Labs will reinforce important classroom concepts and will include both computer-based mathematical models of species146 interactions and in-field experiences to acquaint students with the diversity of ecosystem types and ecological processes.
BIO 260 Genetics
Credits: 4.00
A study of the basic principles and problems of classical, biochemical, and molecular genetics; including Mendelian inheritance, chromosomes, mutation, linkage mapping, DNA structure, gene expression and an introduction to recombinant DNA technology. Laboratory experiments provide an introduction to genetics and molecular biology; including studies of inheritance using organisms such as Drosophila, mutagenesis, isolation and characterization of DNA, cloning, gel electrophoresis, polymerase chain reaction, and hybridization studies.
BIO 299 Indep Study in Biology II
Credits: 3.00
This course number will be employed to cover varied situations, including when a request is made by an advanced student to study in a specific area with a specific instructor, or when a student wishes to pursue the lecture content of a department offering on an independent study basis, perhaps having completed the requisite lab work in another course. The designation BIO 299 permits flexibility within the department and all requests for Independent Study are approved and monitored by a committee of Biology faculty in consultation with the Division Chair.
Last Updated: 07-07-2011
