BIO

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory to accompany BIO1020. Students will examine sample specimens of animals found in Massachusetts to learn about their characteristics and natural history. Students may also do outdoor fieldwork to locate species or evidence of their presence in the environment.

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Corequisite

BIO1020

This is a survey course of the basic physical and chemical principles essential to an understanding of molecular biology and its applications to the basic concepts of cellular 187

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Basic laboratory techniques in biology will be stressed to illustrate chemical principles, cellular concepts, parasitism, modern genetics and principles of plant biology and ecology.

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Corequisite

BIO1100

This course examines the structure and function of mammalian organ systems and their evolutionary development. One two-hour laboratory period per week. This course is intended for non-science majors and may be used to satisfy the general education requirement for scientific perspectives and inquiry. PREREQUISITE: None. BIO1100 recommended.

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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A continuation of BIO1101, this laboratory course emphasizes the microscopic and macroscopic examination of mammalian organ systems. COREQUISITE: BIO1110

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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This is an introductory course that emphasizes the scientific aspects of environmental science. It is usually taken by non-science majors to meet the general education requirement for scientific perspectives and inquiry. The course examines physical, chemical and biological principles applied to environmental issues as well as case studies that involve politics, laws and ethics. Purchase of a lab kit through mail order may be required for the online version of this course. One two-hour laboratory period per week. PREREQUISITE: None

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Students who need to fulfill their lab science requirement should take this lab in conjunction with BIO1130. Laboratory exercises will emphasize appreciation of the natural world, acquisition of basic biology lab skills, critical thinking, environmental problem solving and use of experimental techniques in environmental biology. CO-REQUISITE: BIO1130

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory to accompany Human Anatomy and Physiology I. Topics will include study of cell structure and function, histology of human tissues, bone structure, muscle structure and function, and structure of the human nervous system. 188

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory to accompany Human Anatomy and Physiology II. Students will examine the structure and function of the special senses, endocrine, immune, respiratory, cardiovascular, digestive, renal, and reproductive systems. COREQUISITE: BIO1210

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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This laboratory course accompanies BIO 1250. Quantitative analysis is included in some labs. COREQUISITE: BIO1250

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Focus in Physical Therapy

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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This laboratory course accompanies BIO1260. The topics covered include evolution, the human body and populations. Quantitative analysis is included in some labs. CO-REQUISITE: BIO1260

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory to accompany BIO 1300, Principles of Microbiology. Students will learn techniques of microbial culture, isolation, and specialized staining. COREQUISITE: BIO1300 189

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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This laboratory course accompanies BIO1400, Biology I. Topics explored in lectures will be demonstrated in a laboratory setting. COREQUISITE: BIO1400

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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This laboratory course accompanies BIO 1500. The topics covered include evolution, diversity of organisms and ecology. Quantitative analysis is included in some labs. A comprehensive survey of major groups of organisms and their characteristic structures will be investigated. Some introductory ecology is explored which may include one field trip.COREQUISITE: BIO1500

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory course to accompany BIO 3450, Genetics. Topics explored in lectures will be demonstrated in a laboratory setting. Emphasis will be placed on problem-solving applicable to modern genetics. COREQUISITE: BIO2345

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory to accompany BIO 2410 Animal Histology. Students will examine the microscopic structure of mammalian cells and tissues. COREQUISITE: BIO2410

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

aic.cdn.neptuneweb.com

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory course to accompany BIO 2430, Microbiology. Topics explored in lectures will be demonstrated in a laboratory setting. Students will learn techniques of microbial culture, isolation, and specialized staining. COREQUISITE: BIO2430

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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All biology majors must choose three of the following courses:

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory to accompany BIO 3440, Ecology. Topics covered include identification of organisms and field sign; using dichotomous keys; competition and carrying capacity; animal behavior; water and soil analysis and basic sampling techniques. Some field trips are included to investigate some aspects of both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. COREQUISITE: BIO2440

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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This course introduces the student to basic concepts of kinesiology, biomechanics and anatomy as applied to human motion. Primary areas of study will include the foundations of kinesiology, functional anatomy, posture, gait, and motion analysis. PREREQUISITE: BIO1200 and PHY1200 or PHY1600, or EXS3100 or permission of instructor.

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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102

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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This is a comprehensive survey of vertebrate structure of major vertebrate groups, including tissues and organs of body systems. Representatives of jawless fishes, cartilaginous fishes, bony fishes, amphibians and mammals are studied by observing tissues, organs and through dissection. Some quantitative measurements are studied. Vertebrate diversity is studied, including past and present groups. CO-REQUISITE: BIO3240

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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A study of concepts and information about disease as it occurs in the individual, this course involves the study of pathologies pervading all systems and those unique to specific organ 191

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

aic.cdn.neptuneweb.com

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory course to accompany BIO 3400, Cell Biology. Topics explored in lectures will be demonstrated in a laboratory setting. CO-REQUISITE: BIO3400

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory course to accompany BIO 3410, Immunology. Topics explored in lectures will be demonstrated in a laboratory setting. CO-REQUISITE: BIO3410

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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The structure of animal embryos is investigated including the stages of development of the sea urchin, frog, chicken and humans. Additional vertebrates and invertebrates are investigated to a lesser extent and all included organisms are compared. Experiments investigating the conditions that regulate developmental stages are performed. COREQUISITE: BIO3420

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Physiological control mechanisms are examined on cellular and organismal levels. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of structure to function, and the role of underlying regulatory processes. One three-hour laboratory period per week. PREREQUISITES: BIO3240 or BIO1200 and BIO1210; CHE1600, CHE1700, or permission of the instructor

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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192

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory course to accompany BIO 3460, Environmental Microbiology. Topics explored in lectures will be demonstrated in a laboratory setting. One three- hour laboratory period per week with laboratory fee. COREQUISITE: BIO3460

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory to accompany BIO3470. Laboratory exercises will cover molecular, genetic, and biochemical approaches to characterize and identify disease-causing agents. COREQUISITE: BIO3470

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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This course provides an opportunity for the Biology department to present varied topics of interest in modern biological science. It allows for an advanced treatment of topics introduced in foundation coursework. The course is listed for variable credit to allow for flexibility of topic selection and the option to run the course with a laboratory component. It is likely to run most frequently as either a 3-credit lecture/discussion or a 4-credit lecture/discussion/lab course. Laboratory hours and credits will be determined by topic. PREREQUISITES: BIO1400 and BIO1500 and Permission of instructor

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Laboratory course to accompany BIO 4030, Molecular Biology. Topics explored in lectures will be demonstrated in a laboratory setting. COREQUISITE: BIO4030

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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This lab will require students to learn and apply field and lab techniques common in the field of wildlife biology such as mark and capture techniques, radio telemetry, chemical immobilization and necropsy procedures. Field trips and review of current literature in applied techniques will be included. COREQUISITE: BIO4200

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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This course involves the in-depth study of the classes of vertebrates with emphasis placed on morphological and physiological grades of organization. The evolution, geographic distribution and taxonomy of local vertebrates are also stressed. Independent student investigations will be designed, performed and presented. One three-hour laboratory period per week.

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Prerequisite

BIO2400, restricted to juniors and seniors majoring in biology.

Laboratory course to accompany BIO 4220. Topics explored in lectures will be demonstrated in a laboratory setting. COREQUISITE: BIO4220

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Mechanisms of variation and adaptation in individuals and populations will be examined with emphasis on historical and current concepts of speciation and systematics. PREREQUISITES: BIO2400, BIO1300 or BIO2430, minimum junior standing as a biology major, human biology major, or permission of instructor.

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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and two of the following courses:

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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The students will present seminars on current topics of biological research. Oral presentation techniques will be emphasized, and a term paper is required. PREREQUISITE(S): Restricted to seniors majoring in human biology.

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Biology majors will have the opportunity to conduct supervised research on individual research problems or to assist faculty in their research. Laboratory hours and credits will be determined on an individual basis. A research paper and presentation are required. PREREQUISITE: Permission of Department Chair.

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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This is a continuation of BIO4833. Laboratory hours and credits will be determined on an individual basis. PREREQUISITE: BIO4833

Subject

BIO

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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Choose two of the following courses:

Subject

BIO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027-undergraduate

Source

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