32 courses with the subject BIOL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
BIOL 1020Medical Terminology1
Fall and Spring Semesters This course explores the roots of all medical terminology as it pertains to a healthcare professional.
Fall and Spring Semesters This is one semester of a two-semester full year core course in biology. This semester we begin by studying the importance of evolution as the basic organizing principle of biology. We then consider the biology of the whole organism, focusing on the most important animal phyla, and look at four animal organ systems. The major plant phyla are also covered, and we finish with a review of biological communities and ecosystems. Lecture and laboratory. Laboratory required for all students. This course meets the Curry Core Science Breadth and Quantitative Literacy Enhancement requirements.
Fall and Spring Semesters This is one half of a full-year course introducing the overarching themes of Biology. This semester, we will focus on the smallest unit of life – cells, and the molecules that comprise cell structure and function. We will begin with a discussion of chemistry, and build upon that knowledge to cover molecules of increasing complexity. We will cover the parts of the cell and their functions, and discuss how cells use energy. Finally, we will discuss how cells transmit information to the next generation through DNA, and how incremental changes in DNA over time contributes to the diversity of life and evolution of new species. These topics will be explored through the lens of past and present scientific discovery. Lecture and laboratory. This course meets the Curry Core Science Breadth and Quantitative Literacy Enhancement requirements.
19-20 If both BIOL 1055 and BIOL 1065 are taken, one may satisfy an elective course requirement. Additional prerequisites may apply to the courses listed above. Please see course descriptions for details and discuss any questions with the Science Department Chair(s). 154 / 615
This course is designed to formally guide students to an in-depth exploration of, and engagement in, a series of specific advanced topics in biology. Focus is on current research journal literature related to theory, current applications, research questions, and methodologies. Knowledge competencies are assessed through involvement in open discussions, written assignments, and oral presentations. Topics vary from semester to semester.
Students must complete a minimum of 12 additional elective credits at the 2000/3000-level according to the following criteria. A minimum of 3 credits must be taken at the 3000-level in addition to BIOL 3120. 151 / 615
Fall and Spring Semesters Consists of supervised preparation, by the student, of a written report and an oral presentation based on their independent research. Strongly recommended that this be taken the semester after Independent Research 4010 but may be completed concurrently. This course meets the Curry Core Active Learning requirement.
Fall and Spring Semesters Independent research on a topic of current interest. Principles of experimental field or laboratory research are performed under a faculty member’s supervision. Student will be required to do actual research in the lab or field with the goal of creating authentic and novel scientific research data and conclusions. Signature of faculty supervisor and department chair required. year. 298 / 615
Permission of area instructor. The project must begin no later than the fall of the student’s senior
BIOL 4200Laboratory Research in the Sciences1
Fall and Spring Semesters This is a structured, guided, open-ended, inquiry course designed to build a core research skillset in the sciences to develop students’ ability to work independently in the lab. Students will investigate literature in the field and throughout the semester gain understanding of the nature research question and methodology that will be used in their investigation. Students will work with their instructor and peers to develop an authentic research project based on scientific literature. Students will then conduct actual laboratory, computer-based, or field experiments to work toward understanding their research question. Students should expect to be available and come to the laboratory/field at additional times other than the scheduled course meeting time to work on the research project. Fee. permission of instructor. This course meets the Curry Core Active Learning requirement.
