23 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 1100Survey of Biology4
A non-majors general education lab course that explores the organization of life. Topics include the scientific method, cells, metabolism, molecular biology, genetics, species diversity, ecology, and evolution. Lecture 3 credits, 3-hour lab 1 credit. (C/P or higher) or placement into ENGC 1101. Offered: Fall, Spring.
A non-majors general education lab course that explores the basic principles of human genetics. Topics include the scientific method, Mendelian genetics, sex determination, karyotypes, molecular genetics, ethical, legal, and social issues, genetics of cancer, and population genetics. Lecture 3 credits, 3-hour lab 1 credit. (C/P or higher) or placement into ENGC 1101. Offered: Fall, Spring.
A non-majors general education lab course that introduces the topics of human structure and function and causes of disease. Topics include the scientific method, cells and organ systems with an emphasis on contemporary issues. Lab requires dissection of a small mammal, collaborative data collection, and collecting data from students. Lecture 3 credits, 3-hour lab 1 credit. (C/P or higher) or placement into ENGC 1101. Offered: Fall, Spring.
A non-majors general education lab course that introduces the global, national, and local factors that cause and influence the emergence and re-emergence of infectious disease. Topics include the scientific method, epidemiology, disease transmission, survey of microorganisms, bioterrorism, food and water safety, and sexually transmitted diseases. Lab exercises mandate following biosafety practices for handling microbial pathogens. Lecture 3 credits, 3-hour lab 1 credit.
Biology (4 cr) A non-majors education biology lab course that emphasizes the diversity of life in Minnesota from a natural history perspective. Topics include the scientific method, adaptation and evolution of plants and animals, ecology of terrestrial and aquatic biomes, endangered species, and the decline of biodiversity. Lab requires field trips on- and off-campus, which might include required field trips on prescribed dates. Lecture 3 credits, 3-hour lab 1 credit, which may include field trips on specific dates and times listed in eServices. (C/P or higher) and READ 0960 (C/P or higher) or placement into ENGC 1101. Offered: Fall, Spring.
A non-majors general education course without lab. Introduction to and analysis of ecological principles, resources, population, energy and pollutants and their relationships to Minnesota and global environmental concerns. (C/P or higher) and READ 0960 (C/P or higher) or placement into ENGC 1101. Offered: Fall, Spring.
cr) A non-majors general education course without lab. Exploration of the process of biological evolution and the fundamental mechanisms and concepts by which evolution works. Topics typically covered include the nature of science, the science history of evolution, evidence and processes of evolution, natural selection and adaptation, role of DNA variation and gene regulation in evolution, macroevolution, and the tree of life. (C/P or higher) and READ 0960 (C/P or higher) or placement into ENGC 1101. Offered: Fall, Spring.
Unlock a deeper understanding of human health, reproduction, and social issues through an exploration of sex and diversity. Throughout the semester, you will learn how to apply the scientific method to analyze concepts of heredity and reproduction, and examine how biology interacts with societal dynamics, such as health disparities and group identities (e.g., sex, race, and gender). This course emphasizes critical thinking and communication skills, equipping you to engage in both personal and societal challenges. or higher) or placement into College Level Reading and College Level Writing (ENGC 1101). Offered: Fall, Spring.
This course is designed for students majoring in biology and other science related fields, including the health professions. Students will explore major biological processes occurring at the cellular level, with emphasis on cell structure and function, metabolism, reproduction, development, genetics and gene expression, and evolution. Students will engage in techniques appropriate to the study of biological processes and gain experience in experimental design, data analysis and interpretation, and the communication of results. Lecture 4 credits, 3-hour lab (C/P or higher, valid for 5 years) or placement into MATH 1500 or MATH 1150 or higher; and ENGC 0960 (C/P or higher) or ENGC 0900 (C/P or higher) and READ 0960 (C/P or higher) or placement into ENGC 1101. Offered: Fall, Spring.
This course is the second in a sequence designed for students majoring in biology and other science related fields, including the health professions. Students will explore the evolution and diversity of organisms and their interactions with each other and the environment. Students will engage in techniques appropriate to the study of diverse organisms and their interactions and gain experience in experimental design, data analysis and interpretation, and the communication of results. Lecture 3 credits, 3-hour lab 1 credit. Spring.
A scientifically rigorous and systematic study of the human body, intended for students pursuing careers in the health professions. Emphasis is on both gross and microscopic anatomy. Laboratory includes small mammal dissection, basic histology, and the gross and microscopic study of the human organ systems. Small mammal dissection is required for course completion. Lecture 3 credits, 3-hour lab 1 credit. concurrent registration; and ENGC 0960 (C/P or higher) or ENGC 0900 (C/P or higher) and READ 0960 (C/P or higher) or placement into ENGC 1101. Offered: Fall, Spring.
This course provides an integrative understanding of how the human body functions with emphasis on homeostatic mechanisms. Body systems studied include nervous, endocrine, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, immune, and reproductive. Laboratory studies include collecting data from students. Lecture 3 credits, 3- hour lab 1 credit.
A rigorous lab course intended for students pursuing careers in the medical professions. This course examines the biology of bacteria, protozoa, fungi, helminths, viruses, and prions. Topics include prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structure and function, microbial metabolism, microbial genetics, physical and chemical methods of control, host defenses, and clinical applications. Lab exercises mandate following biosafety level 2 practices for handling microbial pathogens. Lecture 3 credits, 3-hour lab 1 credit. or higher); CHEM 1050 or CHEM 1061 (C or higher). Offered: Fall, Spring.
This internship course provides career exploration and training in a supervised work setting and combines biological theory with practical experience. A student works 45 hours per credit at the internship site under the direction of the site supervisor and completes academic work in regular consultation with the faculty mentor. A student may choose to earn 2 to 4 credits. of instructor and acceptance by the internship program. Offered: Fall, Spring.
A laboratory science course intended for biology and related majors. Students will explore evolutionary relationships among animal taxa from morphological, physiological, developmental, and ecological perspectives. Dissection of preserved animals is a required part of the laboratory. Lecture 3 hours per week; lab 3 hours per week. Offered: Spring.
A majors lab course that introduces the biology of plants and plant-like organisms. Course takes an evolutionary perspective emphasizing morphology, anatomy, adaptations, physiology, reproduction, ecology and economic importance of plants. Lecture 3 hours. Lab requires a minimum of 3 hours per week of scheduled or self-directed lab work.
This course is designed for students majoring in biology. Students will explore ecological concepts and the scientific research that has built our understanding of interactions in nature at the organismal, population, community, ecosystem, and global levels. Students will acquire an understanding of how the different levels of ecology are studied, how these levels relate to each other, and what properties are important at increasing levels of complexity. Additional topics include evolutionary ecology and contemporary environmental change and its consequences. Students will engage in techniques appropriate to ecological study and gain experience in experimental design, data analysis and interpretation, and the communication of results. Lab requires field trips on and off campus which might include required field trips on prescribed dates. Lecture 3 credits, 3-hour lab 1 credit.
This course is designed for students majoring in biology. Students will explore major concepts in cell biology including eukaryotic cell structure and function, the cellular use of biomolecules, membranes, signal transduction, motility, and the extracellular matrix. Students will engage in techniques appropriate to the study of cells and cellular processes and gain experience in experimental design, data analysis and interpretation, and the communication of results. Lecture 3 credits, 3-hour lab 1 credit.
An examination of a special topic in biology; intended for second-year students. Topics courses do not satisfy goals of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum.
