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71 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 1002General Biology 2 estimation, hypothesis testing and power analysis, correlation

and regression, analysis of variance, and nonparametric tests. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory; 4.5 credits Introduction to and use of the R statistical software and Cellular and molecular biology. Specific molecular process programming language for data analysis. (This course is the occurring in and around cells of evolutionarily diverse same as MATH 1531). organisms. Biological concepts and theories of evolution, genetics, development, homeostasis, ecology-biodiversity, Prerequisite: MATH 1011 or MATH 1012 (Precalculus with or bioenergetics and bio-informatics. (Not open to students who without recitation) have completed with a grade of C- or higher, the following course or courses: both Biology *2073 [17] and 2074 [17.1], or BIOL 2001 Organismic Biology II, Zoology 1081 [4].). STEM variant course - Satisfies Pathways Required Core Life and Physical Sciences. 3 hours; 3 credits Key concepts in the structure and development of animals with contemporary developmental biology.

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BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001 with a grade of C- or higher. special reference to those species used as models in
Alias
MATH 1531
BIOL 1010Biology: The Study of Life

2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab, 3 Credits Biology in today's world for non-science majors. Role of biology BIOL 2002 Animal Form and Function Laboratory in people's lives. Physical structure, properties, and principles that apply to all living things. Integration of biological science 4 hours; 2 credits into daily events. The molecules found in living organisms. Cell Dissection and microscopic examination of the structure and structure, molecular biology and evolution. Satisfies Pathways development of animals. Required Core Life and Physical Sciences requirement. (Not open to students who are enrolled in or have completed any Prerequisite: Biology 1001 and Biology 1002 course in biology or who have completed Core Studies 8.1 or Prerequisite or Corequisite: Biology 2001 CORC 1321).

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BIOL
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course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001 and Biology 1002.
BIOL 1020Mind Matters: Exploring the World of Dissection and microscopic examination of the structure and

Neuroscience development of animals. Introduction to major ideas of evolution 3 hours; 3 credits and changes in animal body plans. Emphasis on current Everyday understanding of our minds, bridging the gap experimental techniques to measure animal behavior, including between daily experiences and our brain critical scientific literature review, field observations of animal function for non-science majors. Transforming the code of behavior, multiple working-hypotheses generation, testing of electrical signals into more meaningful mutually exclusive predictions using modern ethological language of the biological processes shaping our thoughts, techniques (ethogram construction and time-budget analysis), emotions and behaviors. Impact of and simple statistical analysis of behavioral data. Emphasis is neuroscience in understanding everyday activities like motor on how ecological variation and selection impacts animal actions, sleep, dreams, learning, behavior and on measuring and analyzing animal behavior in a

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BIOL
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course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 2002WAnimal Form and Function Laboratory3

5 hours;

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BIOL
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3
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credits
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2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 2010Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology

3 hours; 3 credits Introduction to the biology of the cell with emphasis on molecular aspects of biology. Ultrastructures, molecular composition, functions of the cell. Emphasis on cellular energetics, information storage and transfer, protein synthesis, growth, reproduction, and functional integration of cellular organelles and inclusions.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, Biology 1002 and Chemistry 2100.
BIOL 2020Neurobiology

3 hours; 3 credits Introduction to the structure and function of the nervous system at molecular, cellular, systems, and behavioral levels emphasizing animal models. Electrical and chemical signaling of nerve cells, neuroanatomy, neurochemistry, motor and sensory systems, neural plasticity, and current methodologies in neuroscience research. This course is the same as Psychology 2610 Prerequisite or corequisite: Biology 1001 and 1002; or Psychology 1000 and one of the following: Psychology 2600, 3600 or Biology 1001; or permission from the instructor

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BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 3003Microbiology

3 hours; 3 credits Microbiology as a science, structure and function of microbes, microbial interrelationships, microbial metabolism, mechanisms of recombination, and microbes as agents of disease.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001 and Biology 1002
BIOL 3004Microbiology Laboratory

4 hours; 2 credits Techniques for isolation, cultivation, and characterization of bacteria and the use of microbes as experimental organisms. Prerequisite or corequisite: Biology 3003.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, and Biology 1002
BIOL 3005Microbiology Laboratory for Health Sciences

4 hours; 2 credits Study of bacteria, molds, and yeasts in relation to human welfare. (Does not count towards the major in biology.) chairperson of Biology or Health and Nutrition. Prerequisite or corequisite: Biology 3003

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, Biology 1002 and permission of the
BIOL 3006Evolution

3 hours; 3 credits Introduction to major ideas and models of evolution; emphasis on genetic mechanisms, natural selection, and other processes in explaining structures and functions of individuals and populations; current ideas to account for the biodiversification o life on earth. (Not open to students who have completed Biology 3007W [38.1W] or Biology 4080 [50].) Programs and Courses of Instruction

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BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, Biology 1002, Biology 3011
BIOL 3007WEvolution

3 hours; 3 credits Introduction to major ideas and models of evolution; emphasis on genetic mechanisms, natural selection, and other processes in explaining structures and functions of individuals and populations; current ideas to account for the biodiversification of life on earth. Weekly writings, a group presentation and a major paper will be required. Writing intensive course. (Not open to students who have completed Biology 3006 [38] or 4080.) 1012.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, Biology 1002 and 3011; English
BIOL 3011Genetics

3 hours; 3 credits Principles and problems of heredity, including gene transmission, mutation, recombination, and function. (Not open to students who have completed Biology 2080.)

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001 and Biology 1002 and Biology 3003
BIOL 3020Behavioral Neuroendocrinology

3 hours; 3 credits Introduction to the effects of hormones on brain and behavior. Includes a review of methodologies in behavioral endocrinology, sexual differentiation of the brain and behavior, and the role of hormones in social behavior, cognition, learning and memory, stress and mental health disorders throughout lifespan development. This course is the same as Psychology 3610. and Psychology 2600 or Biology 2020.

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BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Psychology 1000 or both Biology 1001 and 1002;
BIOL 3030WScientific Writing

3 hours; 3 credits Introduction to four types of scientific writing: (a) research summary and research abstract, (b) report for the lay public, (c) research paper, and (d) review of research papers. Analysis of experimental data from the biology scientific literature or unpublished data. This course is writing intensive.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001 and 1002 and English 1012.
BIOL 3080Invertebrate Zoology

2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory; 4 credits Structure, life histories, and phylogeny of the most important invertebrate forms.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001 and Biology 1002
BIOL 3083Principles of Ecology

3 hours, 3 credits Introduction to the principles of ecology; biology of populations, communities, and ecosystems; basic issues of biodiversity. the instructor.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001 and Biology 1002 or permission of
BIOL 3084Evolution
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BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 4001Field Studies in Botany

f 1 hour lecture, 4 hours fieldwork and laboratory work; 3 credits Field trips to observe associations in typical plant habitats.

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BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 4009Macromolecular Structure and
Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 4010WMacromolecular Structure and
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BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 4011Molecular Biology of Development

3 hours; 3 credits Experimental and biochemical analysis of development of echinoderm, molluscan, and amphibian embryos. Biochemical analysis is primarily related to the replication, transcription, an translation of nucleic acids. Analysis of experimental design and interpretation of work in current literature with emphasis on experimental designs for future work.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, and Biology 1002.
BIOL 4012Medical Microbiology

3 hours; 3 credits Microbes as disease agents. Examination of host-microbe interactions, the immune response, nature and mechanisms of infectious diseases, chemotherapy, drug resistance, and epidemiology. similar/equivalent course as permitted by the instructor.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001 and 1002, and Biology 3003 or
BIOL 4013Principles of Immunology

3 hours; 3 credits The immune system; immunity; innate and adaptive immunity; antigen presentation; cellular and humoral immunity; tolerance; immune system disorders.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, Biology 1002, and Biology 3003.
BIOL 4015Recombinant DNA Technology

2 hours lecture, 1 hour recitation; 3 credits Introduction to recombinant DNA technology. Application to current biological research. Basic biological understanding that supports recombinant DNA laboratory technology.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001 and Biology 1002
BIOL 4016Recombinant DNA Laboratory

4 hours laboratory; 2 credits Biology 141 Central techniques used in recombinant DNA studies. Gene cloning. Prerequisite or corequisite: Biology 4015 and permission of the instructor.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, and Biology 1002
BIOL 4022Biotechnology of Algae

3 hours; 3 credits Phylogeny, evolution, habitats, growth cycles, and genetic engineering of algae; biosynthetic pathways of algal products and their metabolic regulation; interdisciplinary topics such as designing bioreactors and nutritional sciences including values of natural products. The economic aspect of patent law and management of companies dealing with algae will be covered. following: Chemistry 1100 or 1050 or 1040 or 1200

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, Biology 1002 and one of the
BIOL 4024WCancer Biology

3 hours, 3 credits How a tumor cell is formed and progresses. The roles of inherent tumor-suppressor genes in killing cancer cells. Students will get an opportunity to learn molecular mechanisms of a cancer cell and develop an interest in basic or therapeutic cancer research. Writing-intensive course. Prerequisites and/or corequisites: English 1012; Biology 1001 and 1002, and Biology 2010 or 3011 or similar/equivalent course as permitted by the instructor.. d BIOL 4025 Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution 3 hours; 3 credits Introduction to conceptual foundations of molecular phylogenetics, the application of molecular data to the study of evolutionary relationships; analysis and interpretation of phylogenetic trees in the popular and scientific press; methods for the analysis of molecular data and construction of molecular phylogenies. Classroom lectures, complemented by hands-on practicals with real-world datasets. Weekly assignments, take- home quizzes and paper summary and presentation. instructor

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, 1002 and permission of the
BIOL 4026Global Bacterial, Protozoan and Viral killers

3 hours; 3 credits Global public health threats, global infectious diseases, tuberculosis, malaria and AIDS epidemics, and Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Plasmodium falciparum, and HIV biology.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, 1002, and 3003.
BIOL 4027The Human Microbiome

3 hours; 3 credits Human microbiome, holobiont, microbial pathogens, synbiotics, probiotics and prebiotics, drug metabolism and personalized medicine. instructor.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, 1002, and 3003 or permission of
BIOL 4028Cancer Biology

3 hours, 3 credits How a tumor cell is formed and progresses. The roles of inherent tumor-suppressor genes in killing cancer cells.

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BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 5000Independent Library Research

Minimum of 6 hours conference and independent work; 2 credits Independent library research in Biology under the supervision of a Brooklyn College faculty member. Critical review of literature pertaining to a problem or specialized topic in biology culminating in a report written according to department guidelines. sponsoring faculty member and department chairperson and at least one completed Biology 2000, 3000 or 4000-level course.

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BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, 1002 and permission of the
BIOL 5001Laboratory Research I

Minimum of 9 hours conference and independent work§; 3 credits each term Independent laboratory research under the supervision of a Brooklyn College faculty member, (Not open to students who are enrolled in Biology 5010 - 5013.) the sponsoring faculty member and department chairperson.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001 and Biology 1002 and permission of
BIOL 5002Laboratory Research II

Minimum of 9 hours conference and independent work§; 3 credits each term Independent laboratory research under the supervision of a Brooklyn College faculty member, (Not open to students who are enrolled in Biology 5010-5014W.) sponsoring faculty member and department chairperson.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 5001 [73.1] and permission of the
BIOL 5003WLaboratory Research, writing intensive

Minimum of 9 conference and independent work, 3 credits Writing Intensive Research in Biology under the supervision of a Brooklyn College faculty member, . (Not open to students who are enrolled in Biology 5010-5014W.) Writing Intensive course; Biology majors must complete at least one writing intensive W course in the department. and permission of the sponsoring faculty member and department chairperson.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
English 1012; Biology 1001, 1002, Biology 5001,
BIOL 5010Independent Laboratory Research I

Minimum of 9 hours conference and independent work§; 3 credits each term Independent laboratory research under the supervision of a Brooklyn College faculty member. Weekly conference. Thesis or report. least two advanced Biology Department electives with a grade of A or B in each; and permission of the instructor and the chairperson.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001, 1002, 5001 and completion of at
BIOL 5011Independent Laboratory Research II

Minimum of 9 hours conference and independent work§; 3 credits each term Programs and Courses of Instruction Independent laboratory research under the supervision of a Brooklyn College faculty member, Weekly conference. Thesis or report. instructor and the chairperson.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 5010 [83.1] and permission of the
BIOL 5012Independent Laboratory Research III

Minimum of 9 hours conference and independent work§; 3 credits each term Independent laboratory research under the supervision of a Brooklyn College faculty member. Weekly conference. Thesis or report. instructor and the chairperson.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 5011 [83.2] and permission of the
BIOL 5013Independent Laboratory Research IV

Minimum of 9 hours conference and independent work§; 3 credits each term Independent laboratory research under the supervision of a Brooklyn College faculty member. Weekly conference. Thesis or report. instructor and the chairperson.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 5012 [83.3] and permission of the
BIOL 5014WHonors Laboratory Research in Biology

writing intensive Minimum of 9 conference and independent work, 3 credits Writing Intensive Independent Honors Research in Biology under the supervision of a Brooklyn College faculty member, Writing Intensive course; Biology majors must complete at least one writing intensive W course in the department. (Not open to students who are enrolled in Biology 5001, 5002, or 5003W.) 1002; Biology 5001 and any two advanced biology courses with grades of B or better and permission of the sponsoring faculty member and department chairperson.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
English 1012; Both Biology 1001 and Biology
BIOL 5020Special Topics

Minimum of 9 hours recitation, conference, and independent work§; 3 credits each term Intensive reading in and group discussion of a special field. Students should consult department bulletin boards for current offerings. A term report or examination may be required. Topics vary and reflect the special interests of students and faculty. May be taken more than once for credit, but topics may not be repeated. pre-requisites for the special topic being offered

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1001 and Biology 1002 and the specific
BIOL 7005GGenetics

60 hours; 4 credits Prokaryotic and eukaryotic genetics; organization of DNA, BIOL 7010T Modern Concepts in Biology I replication repair, mutagenesis, recombination, control of gene 60 hours each term; 4 credits each term expression, genetic engineering and molecular techniques. Significant contemporary concepts in biology. These courses may be taken more than once, with the permission of the chairman or graduate deputy.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 7100 BIOL 7100G Molecular Biology
BIOL 7007GMolecular and Macroevolution

45 hours; 3 credits BIOL 7013X Principles of Immunology Readings and commentary in molecular evolution and macroevolution. Exploration of the relationship between 45 lecture; 3 credits mutations and gene duplications with diversification, discussion Innate and adaptive immunity with emphasis on the cellular and of how natural selection leads to adaptation. Weekly written molecular mechanisms of immunity. Immune responses to viral, commentaries, and a major research project with oral bacterial, fungal and protozoan pathogens, allergic presentation. hypersensitivity responses and autoimmune diseases. Recent

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 7020TModern Concepts in Biology II

60 hours each term; 4 credits each term Significant contemporary concepts in biology. These courses may be taken more than once, with the permission of the chairman or graduate deputy.

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BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 7027GModel Systems in Biology

30 hours; 2 credits Introduction to a selection of biological systems used in different areas of biological research. Exploration of how and why different biological systems are used to solve biological problems, the advantages of selected systems to solve specific problems, and how Biology faculty are using these systems in their research. It will give students an opportunity to see the types of research faculty are involved in and can help them choose a thesis research topic.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 7077GMolecular Phylogenetics and Evolution

45 hours; 3 credits Introduction to conceptual foundations of molecular phylogenetics, the application of molecular data to the study of evolutionary relationships; analysis and interpretation of phylogenetic trees in the popular and scientific press; methods for the analysis of molecular data and construction of molecular phylogenies. Classroom lectures, complemented by hands-on practicals with real-world datasets. Weekly assignments, take- home quizzes and paper summary and presentation.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 7080GJournal Club

15 hours; 1 credit Student presentation of current research papers provide an opportunity to read literature, develop an understanding of an area of research and present both an overview and a current paper that they have selected for critical analysis by the class. This course may be taken twice for credit.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 7100GMolecular Biology

75 hours; 5 credits Structure and function of biomolecules; enzyme mechanisms; replication, transcription, translation; regulation of macromolecular biosynthesis; energy transformations. biochemistry.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
A course in genetics or molecular biology or
BIOL 7150GCell and Molecular Biology Techniques

60 hours lab, 15 hours recitation, 3 credits Experiments designed for cell and molecular biology with a strong emphasis on modern lab techniques including molecular cloning and DNA recombination. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO7100G

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 7180GCancer Biology

45 hours, 3 credits The fundamental principles of the molecular and cellular biology of cancer cells. The role of growth factors, oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, angiogenesis and signal transduction mechanisms in tumor formation. Maintenance of genomic integrity and tumorigenesis. Discussion on recent therapeutic advances in cancer treatment and principles of drug action in cancer management. biochemistry.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
A course in genetics or molecular biology or
BIOL 7190GMacromolecular Structure and
Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 7331GGlobal Bacterial, Protozoan and Viral
Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL 7650XBiology of Estuaries

45 hours; 3 credits Survey of estuaries and coastal ecosystems; an introduction to major estuarine processes, habitats, and organisms; factors affecting community structure and function. Three all-day field trips. instructor, open to graduates in geology, chemistry, and engineering.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
open to biology graduates; with permission of the
BIOL 7991GThesis Research

45 hours; 2 credits Research for master's thesis supervised by a faculty member. No more than two credits may be counted toward the degree. Credit is not earned until the thesis is accepted. recommended by the department graduate studies committee.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
completion of all graduate laboratory courses
BIOL 7992GThesis Research

45 hours; 2 credits Research for master's thesis supervised by a faculty member. No more than two credits may be counted toward the degree. Credit is not earned until the thesis is accepted. recommended by the department graduate studies committee.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
completion of all graduate laboratory courses
BIOL U7110XBiotechnology of Algae

30 hours lecture, 15 hour discussion section; 3 credits Phylogeny, evolution, habitats, growth cycles, and genetic engineering of algae; biosynthetic pathways of algal products and their metabolic regulation; interdisciplinary topics including designing bioreactors, nutritional value of natural products from algae; the economic aspects of patent and management of companies dealing with algae. A required in-depth discussion of Biology 69 topics pertinent to algal biotechnology will take place following every lecture. equivalent.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
Biology 1072 [29]; Chemistry *1100 [1] or its
BIOL U7121XIntroduction to Recombinant DNA

Technology: Lecture 30 hours; 2 credits This course is an introduction to the molecular biology of the gene and some of the methodologies used for the isolation and cloning of genes.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL U7122XIntroduction to Recombinant DNA

Technology: Laboratory 120 hours; 4 credits Laboratory work related to the subject matter of Biology U7121X [712.01X] Prerequisite or corequisite: Biology U7121X [712.01X].

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL U7141GCell Biology: Lecture

60 hours lecture and conference; 4 credits Intensive study of major areas of cell biology; integration of cellular ultrastructure; metabolism; transmission of cellular information.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 7100G Molecular Biology
BIOL U7160XCells in Culture

60 hours laboratory, 15 hours recitation; 3 credits A mixed-format course on the use of cells in culture, including laboratory experience and a recitation hour. In the laboratory, students perform a series of planned experiments on cell cultures to become familiarized with research techniques. In addition, students carry out a limited project of their own design after consultation with the instructor. The recitation hour includes discussions of essential techniques used to culture cells and discussions of representative papers from the research literature.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
permission of the instructor.
BIOL U7170XAdvanced Cell Culture Techniques

60 hours laboratory, 15 hours recitation; 3 credits An advanced course on cell culture techniques in which students are responsible for researching the literature and designing one or two advanced sets of experiments from a common list of project topics after consultation with the instructor. The planning of the projects is to include considerations of cost and sources of supply, timing of purchase, equipment availability, reagent preparation, a written proposal of objectives, detailed experimental protocols, appropriate control experiments, recording of results, potential statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, and final interpretation of results. Each project will be concluded with the submission of a written report and an oral presentation.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL U7321XApplied Microbiology: Lecture

30 hours; 2 credits Applied methods in microbiology. Study of growth, metabolism, and genetics of bacteria and fungi, relating to industrial, environmental, food, and medical microbiology.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
a course in microbiology.
BIOL U7503XDevelopmental Biology

15 hours recitation, 45 hours lecture; 4 credits Embryonic development of both invertebrates and vertebrates. Topics include transformation of a fertilized egg to a young animal, cell differentiation, formation of different organs/tissue signal transduction during development, molecular bases of behavior and human neural disease models. (Not open to students who have completed BIOL 4011.)

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 7100G
BIOL U7910GColloquium

Programs and Courses of Instruction 15 hours; 1 credit Discussion of recent contributions and research in progress in biology. No more than 2 credits in this course may be applied toward the degree.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL U7921GAdvanced Study

30 hours; 2 credits Tutorial study with a faculty member in an area in which formal course work is not offered. Assigned reading, reports, and laboratory or fieldwork. Weekly discussion and examinations by arrangement with the instructor. May be taken only once.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL U7922GAdvanced Study

60 hours; 4 credits Tutorial study with a faculty member in an area in which formal course work is not offered. Assigned reading, reports, and laboratory or fieldwork. Weekly discussion and examinations by arrangement with the instructor. This course can only be taken by students in Plan A. May be taken only once.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 7100G and BIOL 7150G.
BIOL U7931GSeminar in Special Topics

15 hours each term; 1 credit ech term Topical discussion of recent contributions in biology. Course content varies from term to term.

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BIOL
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course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL U7932GSeminar in Special Topics

30 hours ech term; 2 credits term Topical discussion of recent contributions in biology. Course content varies from term to term. Students may take the course more than once but may not repeat topics.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL U7933GSeminar in Special Topics

45 hours; 3 credits Topical discussion of recent contributions in biology. Course content varies from term to term. Students may take the course more than once but may not repeat topics.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL U7941XExperimental Biology: Lecture

45 hours; 3 credits s, Experimental approach to problems in biology. Course content varies from term to term.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL U7942XExperimental Biology: Laboratory

90 hours; 3 credits Experimental approach to problems in biology. Course content varies from term to term.

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu
BIOL U7951XResearch Topics in Biology

45 hours; 3 credits Lecture in selected areas of modern biology. Course content varies from term to term. Students may take this course twice, but may not repeat topics. (Not open to students who have completed the same topic in Biology 795.2X.)

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
www.brooklyn.edu

Source: CUNY Brooklyn College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61