109 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.
Causes and possible solutions to major local, national and global environmental problems. Soil, water, air, forests, energy, wildlife, and related topics.
Plants, animals, and microorganisms of North America. Interactions of organisms with their environment. Minnesota habitats and their inhabitants. Lab.
Organization and general functioning of the human body. Reproduction; heredity; social implications of biological principles. Lab.
Biological aspects of human disorders. Heredity, immunity, infection, aging, stress, life styles, and chemical agents. Offered as different topics: Human Genetics and Birth Defect, Human Disease. General education credit may be received for only one topic.
Contributions of African, Latin American, Asian, and American Indian cultures to agriculture and the uses of plants/plant products in the United States. Food, fiber, and medicinal plants used by American Indians. Contributions of women and people of color to plant sciences.
Biology of human female: functional anatomy, physiology, sexuality, reproduction, pregnancy and aging. Examination of women's health related to these topics. Lab.
The cellular and genetic basis of life. Current laboratory methods. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): MATH072 or MATH112 or MATH113 or MATH115 or MATH193 or MATH196 or MATH211 or MATH212 or MATH221 or MATH222 or STAT229 or STAT239
Organisms at the cellular, organismal, and ecological levels. Integrate knowledge, terminology, and concepts from all fields of biology to gain an appreciation of the origin of life and how species diversity arose. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): MATH072 or MATH112 or MATH113 or MATH115 or MATH193 or MATH196 or MATH211 or MATH212 or MATH221 or MATH222 or STAT229 or STAT239
Structure and metabolic activity of organ systems including muscular, skeletal, nervous, and integumentary. Not applicable to major programs in BIOL including Biomedical Science. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL103 or BIOL151
[Credits: 4] Structure and metabolic activity of organ systems including circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, endocrine, and reproductive. Not applicable to major programs in BIOL including Biomedical Science. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL202
Survey of microorganisms with emphasis on general principles in allied health and medicine. (May not be taken for credit if credit has been received for BIOL 362). Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL151 or BIOL202 or BIOL204, CHEM151 or CHEM160 or CHEM210
Career opportunities and preparation for professional employment.
Transmission, molecular, and population genetics with an emphasis on their application to human disease, agriculture, and evolution. Lab. Pre- Requisite(s): BIOL151, BIOL152, CHEM210
Interpretation and building a vocabulary of medical terms from Latin and Greek roots. Writing and case studies.
Introduction to the ecology, anatomy, physiology, evolution, and diversity of plants and other photosynthetic organisms. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL151, BIOL152, BIOL262
Major animal phyla; structure and function of body systems, diversity. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL151, BIOL152, BIOL262 158
Interactions between organisms and their organic and inorganic environment. Biomes, climate, populations, communities, biotic interactions, energy and nutrients, landscape and spatial ecology, biodiversity patterns. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL306 or BIOL308, CHEM210
Statistical technique selection, design, and interpretation for biology majors. Pre-Requisite(s): STAT103 or STAT193 or MATH112
Major eukaryotic cellular organelles, macromolecular structures and processes at the subcellular/molecular level. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL262, MATH193 or MATH113 or MATH115 or MATH211 or MATH112 or STAT193 or STAT239 or MATH212 or MATH221 or MATH222
Emerging pathogenic bacteria, viruses and parasites. Epidemiology, food safety, bioterrorism, public health. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL103 or BIOL151 or BIOL152
Survey of microorganisms including viruses and virus-like particles, bacteria, protozoa and fungi with an emphasis on principles important to biologists. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL360 or BIOL262, BIOL306, CHEM240
Microscopic structure and related functions of mammalian cells, tissues and organs. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL151
Examination of tissues, organs and systems. Structure/function relationships and clinical correlations. Standard anatomical learning aids, cadaver dissections, and computer programs. (May not be taken for credit if credit has been received for BIOL 204). Lab.
Principles of pharmacology and their relationship to health care. Classification of drugs, basic mechanisms of drug actions and interactions, and calculations for drug administration. For students interested in health professions. Pre-Requisite(s): CHEM210
Topics announced in schedule of classes.
Biology, systematics, anatomy and physiology, ecology, behavior, and conservation of amphibians and non-avian reptiles. Lab. Pre- Requisite(s): BIOL308
Biodiversity patterns and metrics, species interactions, community assembly and structure, trophic interactions, food webs, succession, disturbance, stability, nutrient cycling, productivity, energy flow, ecosystem function, decomposition, climate change. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL312
Ancient life from the Precambrian microorganism through Cenozoic macrofossils. Trace fossils, ancient animals/plants, extinction. Lab. Pre- Requisite(s): BIOL306 or BIOL308
Biology of insects and related groups of animals. Phylogeny, classification, evolutionary origins, morphology, ecology, behavior, population dynamics, life histories, adaptations, economic impacts. Pre- Requisite(s): BIOL308
Biology of fishes. Phylogeny, classification, evolutionary origins, morphology, ecology, behavior, population dynamics, life histories, adaptations. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL308
The structure, characteristics, indicator plants, wildlife uses, management, and restoration of wetland and aquatic plant communities. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL306, BIOL312
Development and structure of representative vertebrates. Dissection of selected animals. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL308
Principles and practice of plant systematics including modern technological approaches. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL306
Field identification and ecological aspects of local terrestrial, wetland, and aquatic vascular plants. Field trips. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL306
Biology of birds. Phylogeny, classification, evolutionary origins, morphology, ecology, behavior, population dynamics, life histories, adaptations. Field identification. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL308 : BIOL426 Limnology [Credits: 4] Lakes and streams in a watershed setting. Historical origin, physical and chemical environment, diversity of plants and animals, field and laboratory limnological sampling methods. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL312 or ENVE327
The collection, identification, culture, and study of freshwater microbial organisms from diverse habitats; primary production, community interactions, foodweb interactions, life cycles, and lake and stream assessment. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL306, BIOL312
Behavior of animals in their natural environments. Comparative analysis across a range of species and topics. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL312
Mathematical modeling of population growth, population sampling techniques, and survival/reproduction. Case studies involve theoretical and empirical investigation of single populations, metapopulations, and sources and sinks. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL312 159
Credit for off-campus professional experience with industry partners, non-profit organizations or government agencies.
Independent laboratory or field research.
History, evidence, and processes of biological evolution (microevolution, speciation, and macroevolution). Theories on the origin of life. Pre- Requisite(s): BIOL262
Origins of science and history of biological discoveries. The development of modern biology. Philosophical bases for the biological sciences. Pre- Requisite(s): BIOL262
Parasite ecology and classification. The relationship of these organisms to diseases of humans and animals. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL151, BIOL152
Biology, ecology, population structures, sampling methods, management techniques, life histories and demographic analysis, ecosystems, and conservation of animals. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL312
Taxonomy, morphology, culture biochemical activities of pathogenic microorganisms and their pathogenic mechanisms and the corresponding host response. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL362
Blood cell formation and function, morphology and function. Etiology and lab diagnosis of common hematologic diseases. Mechanisms of hemostasis. Clinical procedures. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL151
Taxonomy, Linnaean system and codes of nomenclature, homology and character analysis, history of systematics, systematic principles, optimality criteria, divergence-time estimation, character evolution, biogeography, macroevolution. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL456
Principles of light microscopy, image acquisition, and analysis including computer measurement and enhancement of images. Lab. Pre- Requisite(s): BIOL151
Advanced topics in techniques and theory of culture of animal cells in vitro. Applications to biomedical research and biotechnology. Establish, grow, maintain, preserve, and utilize animal cells. Lab. Prereq.: BIOL 362. Completion of this course with a grade of C or better fulfills the upper division writing requirement for the BES Biology, General Biology, Biomedical Sciences, and Biotechnology progams. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL362
Morphology, virus-host relationships, diseases, prions and viroid. Pre- Requisite(s): BIOL362
Molecular, cellular and developmental aspects of the nervous system. Sensory, motor, and central systems. Mechanisms of neuropathology. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL360
Biological collections, collection stewardship, biological collections databases, networks, cybertaxonomy, taxonomic concepts, ontology, specimen digitization, georeferenced specimens, predictive ecogeographic modeling, genomic databases, genomic partitioning strategies, models of molecular evolution, phylogenomics. Pre- Requisite(s): BIOL456
The development of multi-cellular organisms at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL360
Detailed regional dissection. Functional and clinical aspects of dissections. Technique and preparation of prosections for introductory courses.
Physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL360
Theory and application of instrumentation in monitoring, quantifying, and isolating proteins. An individual protein purification project is required. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL360, CHEM311
Theoretical and applied aspects of processing, staining, and evaluating tissues through microscopic study. Lab.
Theory, techniques, and instrumentation of genetic engineering and gene analysis. Lab. Completion of this course with a grade of C or better fulfills the upper division writing requirement for the BES Biology, General Biology, Biomedical Sciences, and Biotechnology programs. Pre- Requisite(s): CHEM480, BIOL362
Humoral and cell-mediated immune responses. Lymphoid tissues, initiation, and regulation of responses, mechanisms of immunopathologies. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL360
Observational learning experience. May include supervised work in a single setting.
Topics announced in Schedule of classes. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits.
Capstone course for students in Biomedical Sciences. Diseases such as cancer, autoimmune, infectious, degenerative, metabolic, and genetic diseases. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL360 160
Credit for independent work by a single student arranged and supervised by a faculty member.
Credit by Arrangement.
Biology, systematics, anatomy and physiology, ecology, behavior, and conservation of amphibians and non-avian reptiles. Lab.
Biodiversity patterns and metrics, species interactions, community assembly and structure, trophic interactions, food webs, succession, disturbance, stability, nutrient cycling, productivity, energy flow, ecosystem function, decomposition, climate change. Integrated Lab.
Ancient life from the Precambrian microorganism through Cenozoic macrofossils. Trace fossils, ancient animals/plants, extinction. Lab.
Biology of insects and related groups of animals. Phylogeny, classification, evolutionary origins, morphology, ecology, behavior, population dynamics, life histories, adaptations, economic impacts. Lab.
Biology of fishes. Phylogeny, classification, evolutionary origins, 237
The structure, characteristics, indicator plants, wildlife uses, management, and restoration of wetland and aquatic plant communities. Lab.
Development and structure of representative vertebrates. Dissection of selected animals. Lab.
Principles and practice of plant systematics including modern technological approaches. Lab.
Field identification and ecological aspects of local terrestrial, wetland, and aquatic vascular plants. Field trips. Lab.
Biology of birds. Phylogeny, classification, evolutionary origins, morphology, ecology, behavior, population dynamics, life histories, adaptations. Field identification. Lab.
Lakes and streams in a watershed setting. Historical origin, physical and chemical environment, diversity of plants and animals, field and laboratory limnological sampling methods. Lab.
The collection, identification, culture, and study of freshwater microbial organisms from diverse habitats; primary production, community interactions, foodweb interactions, life cycles, and lake and stream assessment. Lab.
Behavior of animals in their natural environments. Comparative analysis across a range of species and topics.
Mathematical modeling of population growth, population sampling techniques, and survival/reproduction. Case studies involve theoretical and empirical investigation of single populations, metapopulations, and sources and sinks.
History, evidence, and processes of biological evolution (microevolution, speciation, and macroevolution). Theories on the origin of life.
Origins of science and history of biological discoveries. The development of modern biology. Philosophical bases for the biological sciences.
Parasite ecology and classification. The relationship of these organisms to diseases of humans and animals. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL151, BIOL152
Biology, ecology, population structures, sampling methods, management techniques, life histories and demographic analysis, ecosystems, and conservation of animals. Lab.
Taxonomy, morphology, culture biochemical activities of pathogenic microorganisms and their pathogenic mechanisms and the corresponding host response. Lab.
Blood cell formation and function, morphology and function. Etiology and lab diagnosis of common hematologic diseases. Mechanisms of hemostasis. Clinical procedures.
Taxonomy, Linnaean system & codes of nomenclature, homology and character analysis, history of systematics, systematic principles, optimality criteria, divergence-time estimation, character evolution, biogeography, macroevolution.
Principles of light microscopy, image acquisition, and analysis including computer measurement and enhancement of images. Lab.
Advanced topics in techniques and theory of culture of animal cells in vitro. Applications to biomedical research and biotechnology. Establish, grow, maintain, preserve, and utilize animal cells. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): BIOL362
Morphology, virus-host relationships, diseases, prions and viroids.
Molecular, cellular and developmental aspects of the nervous system. Sensory, motor, and central systems. Mechanisms of neuropathology.
Biological collections, collection stewardship, biological collections databases, networks, cybertaxonomy, taxonomic concepts, ontology, specimen digitization, georeferenced specimens, predictive ecogeographic modeling, genomic databases, genomic partitioning strategies, models of molecular evolution, phylogenomics.
Detailed regional dissection. Functional and clinical aspects of dissections. Technique and preparation of prosections for introductory courses.
Physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels.
The theory and application of instrumentation in monitoring, quantifying, and isolating proteins. An individual protein purification project will be required. Lab.
Theoretical and applied aspects of processing, staining, and evaluating tissues through microscopic study. Lab. 238
Theory, techniques, and instrumentation of genetic engineering and gene analysis. Lab. Pre-Requisite(s): CHEM480, BIOL362
Humoral and cell-mediated immune responses. Lymphoid tissues, initiation, and regulation of responses, mechanisms of immunopathologies. Lab.
3.00] This course allows a mechanism for masters' level students to receive credit for participation in otherwise noncredit-bearing professional workshops or continuing education course. According to Graduate School policy, there is a limit of 6 credits which applies toward a specifi program.
Topics announced in schedule of classes. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits.
Credit for independent research by a single student arranged and supervised by a faculty member. Not intended for culminating project research such as thesis or starred paper.
Lecture or lecture/laboratory course in a specialized area of the biological sciences designed for graduate students of various disciplines. May be repeated up to three times. Integrated Lab.
The scientific process, history of biology, experimental design, and basic statistics for biologists.
Seminars, presentations, and discussions on current issues in biology. Topics vary by semester.
Experimental design for graduate students in biology and related fields. Scientific methodology, statistical applications, and grant application process.
Discussions and presentations on current issues in biology based on weekly seminars and the scientific literature. Seminar topics vary by semester. Students are expected to attend the Department of Biological Sciences seminar series.
Preparing materials for biology courses. Designing laboratory exercises. Teaching methods, formative and summative assessment techniques.
Observational learning experience. May include supervised work in a single setting.
Allows continuous enrollment for Master's students who have completed all required coursework, but are still working on a culminating project. Can be used in final term to meet Graduate Enrollment policy requirement.
Experimental, temporary or trial course for groups of students all engaged in the same topic. Topic varies from semester to semester or section to section. A specific content offering may be offered under a topics course number up to three times, after which departments must file for a permanent course number. According to Graduate School policy, there is a limit of 9 credits which applies toward a specific program.
A graduate only course that is used for completion of the culminating c project of a Master's Degree, including Master's Thesis, Starred Paper and Creative Work. Six credits total are required for graduation for Thesis and Creative Work. Three credits are normally required for Starred Paper.
Source: Saint Cloud State University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
