42 courses with the subject BIO, 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.
BIO 101General Biology 14.5
An introduction to the science of life. Biology as a science, the molecules of life, the cellular basis of life, energy transformation, signaling, the nature of the gene and its action, and an introduction into basic genetics will be covered in this first semester of a year-long sequence in introductory biology for biology majors. 3 hr lecture; 2 hr lab; 1 hr recitation
The course is the second semester of a year-long introductory course designed for Biology majors. During this semester, Mendelian genetics, evolution, a survey of organisms, and animal anatomy and physiology will be emphasized in addition to an introduction to ecology. 3 hr lecture; 2 hr lab; 1 hr recitation
BIO 101 Offered: Spring and Summer Written Intensive
BIO 108Body Structure and Function3
An introductory course in basic human anatomy and physiology. Topics to include the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive. The laboratory section of this course will involve the examination of human anatomical models and experiments in basic physiology. Students will make a presentation on a specialized topic. Lecture
An introduction to the science of life. Biology as a science, the molecules of life, the cellular basis of life, energy transformation, signaling, the nature of the gene and its action, and an introduction into basic genetics will be covered in this first semester of a year-long sequence in introductory biology for biology majors. Lecture, Seminar
The object of this course is to convey to students in any major field a sound and clear concept of the fundamentals of microbiology at the introductory level. The main focus of this course will be the impact of microbes and infectious disease on society, nationally and globally. In conjunction with class instruction, the laboratory course work is designed to acquaint the beginning student with the techniques and discipline that are necessary for the performance of scientific work. Lecture
The goal of the course is to introduce the non-science major to the basic principles of toxicology. Poisons have been used over the course of human history for a variety of good and evil purposes. The content of the course will include a survey of toxic chemicals, health effects of toxic agents, principles of absorption and the chemical and biological factors that affect toxicity. Special emphasis will be given to the impact of toxins on human health and the use of toxins as instruments of violence. Applied disciplines of toxicity, forensic toxicology, biological warfare, mutagenesis, reproductive and developmental toxicology will also be discussed. Two hours of lecture and two hours of lab per week. Lecture
This course is designed to provide a stimulating introduction to the world of biotechnology. Starting with an overview of the basic concepts of molecular biology and genetics that serve as a foundation for biotechnology, the course will segue into the various applied fields of biotechnology. Topics will include microbial biotechnology, agricultural biotechnology, biofuels, cloning, bioremediation, medical biotechnology, DNA fingerprinting and forensics. The goal of this course is to provide the Biology non-majors with an appreciation of important biotechnology breakthroughs and the associated bioethics issues. Three credits comprising two hours of lecture and two hours of lab per week. Lecture
This course aims to introduce non-major students with no background in biology to the exciting field of neurobiology. It is aimed at the non-science major with an interest in understanding the biology of the nervous system: how the brain works, how it controls our bodies, and how it goes awry in disease. This course will also introduce students to some of the latest advances in healing the brain using neural stem cells. The course will cover how the cells that make up our brains function together, and how the brain is impacted in a number of brain disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease, Depression, Frontotemporal Dementia, and damage due to injury to specific brain regions. The course will also expose students to cutting-edge medical research and ethical dilemmas that may accompany these treatments. Students will be required to research a neurological disease/disorder and prepare a written and oral presentation. Two hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. Fulfills core science requirement. Lecture
Introduction to bacterial, viral, and eukaryotic microbes. Topics include microbial structure, classification, metabolism, growth, diseases, and general microbial laboratory techniques in the context of what is required in the medical field. This course is specifically designed for nursing students and is not a class to fulfill the science core requirements. Laboratory, Lecture
declared nursing major or declared health and wellness major Offered: Fall and Spring
BIO 125Environmental Science I4
This course is an introduction into environmental science for majors in Environmental Science. This course will provide students with the underlying science behind common environmental issues and give insight into the way that the science is applied in the environmental movement and the general public. The course will give an overview of issues such as climate change, energy use, pollution, habitat loss, and water relations. The laboratory will introduce students to field and laboratory exercises that are commonly used by environmental scientists to collect and analyze data. This course may be used to fulfill the science course required for the core curriculum. Lecture
An in-depth study of the science of nutrition. Topics to include: macronutrients, micronutrients, digestion, absorption and metabolism of nutrients, water and electrolytes, recommended dietary allowances, nutrition throughout the life cycle, and recent developments in the science of nutrition. Not applicable toward baccalaureate degrees in biology. Not open to students who have taken HW 130 . Laboratory, Lecture
This course will examine the basic science underlying exercise and its implications on overall health and fitness. The influence of exercise and physical training on the human body will be studied in the context of a dynamic process. After introducing the basic biochemistry and anatomy and physiology of the human body, a study of the effects of various exercise activities on the body will ensue. The biology behind the structure and function of the bodily systems, the rationale behind many training regimens and the fallacy behind many myths will be explored. Two hours lecture two hour lab. Laboratory, Lecture
This course will introduce the student to common medical terms used in health related areas. Prefixes, suffixes, and word roots will be stressed. The anatomy of the human body, disease process, and surgical and diagnostic procedures will be presented along with the medical terminology. This course is specifically designed to meet prerequisites for Physician Assistant graduate programs and other health related fields. This course does not fulfill laboratory science requirements for the University core. Lecture
A course that introduces students to the world of photosynthetic organisms. In particular, the course explores plant form and diversity. Emphasis will be placed on plant morphology, anatomy, reproduction, taxonomy, evolution, and ecology. Recent scientific developments will also be reviewed. The lab will have three objectives: 1) provide a macroscopic and microscopic survey of photosynthetic organisms from algae to flowering plants; 2) examine more closely the cells, tissues, and organs that make up a plant; 3) have students become more aware of plantlife that is around them. Three hours lecture, two hours lab. Lecture
BIO 101 and BIO 102 Offered: Alternate Years, Spring Semester
BIO 211Genetics5
This course will cover the concepts of transmission and molecular genetics including patterns of inheritance, genetic variation, the cellular basis of heredity, the nature of the genetic material, replication, the molecular biology of gene function, gene expression and regulation, model organisms, and methods and tools in modern genetics. Lecture
BIO 225Environmental Science II: Environmental Geology4
This course is an introductory geology course that will be a study of earth systems in relation to human activities. Earth materials as well as earth processes such as plate tectonics, biological cycles, and ocean-atmospheric systems will be studied in relation to natural disasters, consumption of resources, agriculture, climate change, pollution, waste management and other environmentally related topics. Lecture
BIO 102 or BIO 125 Offered: Alternate Years, Spring Semester
BIO 230Pathophysiology3
This course will provide students with opportunities to learn fundamental concepts of disease mechanisms, the various responses of the body to restore homeostasis, and the effect of these responses on normal function. Topics covered include the physical signs and prognosis of common human disease. Pathogenesis will be viewed at the molecular, cellular, tissue and systematic levels and be correlated with signs and symptoms. Pathophysiology, etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic and laboratory procedures, and the rationale or treatment modalities will be covered for model diseases. Lecture
BIO 101 and BIO 102 Offered: Alternate Years, Spring Semester
BIO 238Human Anatomy and Physiology 14
An in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics will include the structure of genes and their relation to proteins and the architecture of single cells and tissues. The organization of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems will also be covered. Lecture
CHM 109 and CHM 110 and C or better in BIO 101 and BIO 102 Equivalents: BIO 138, BIO 104 Offered: Fall
BIO 239Human Anatomy and Physiology 24
An in-depth study of the physiology of the human body. Topics will include the endocrine, immune, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Emphasis will be given to exploring the human body in health and pathology through unifying concepts such as homeostasis and the reflex arc. Lecture
C or better in BIO 238 Equivalents: BIO 139 or BIO 105 Offered: Spring
BIO 270Evolution4
An investigation of the history, processes and theories of biological evolution. Emphasis will be placed on evidence provided by paleontology, comparative morphology, molecular biology, developmental biology, ecology and biogeography. The overriding theme of the course will be to examine evolution as the unifying concept that integrates all of biology. The beginning of the course will focus on the important evolutionary mechanisms at the population level with particular emphasis on the Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium, natural selection and genetic drift. The course will then examine the process of speciation through analysis of species concepts and contemporary examples. The course will conclude with a discussion of the mechanisms of macroevolution and phylogenetic systematics. An accompanying laboratory will allow for a first hand opportunity to collect and analyze data used in the inference of evolutionary relationships. 2 hours lecture and 4 hours of laboratory per week. Lecture
An introduction to ecology and field biology. Major areas to be covered include the ecosystem and the community, aquatic and terrestrial habitats, population ecology, conservation and resource management. Much of the laboratory work will consist of field trips to selected, diverse habitats in the metropolitan area. Lecture
BIO 101 and BIO 102 and MTH 115 or higher Offered: Alternate Years, Fall Semester
BIO 315Conservation Biology3
This is an upper-level course in the field of conservation biology designed to provide students with the necessary background to evaluate evidence-based conservation of biological diversity. We will explore the ecological concepts constituting the scientific basis for the conservation of biodiversity and the main threats to biodiversity: habitat loss, invasive species, pollution, populations, climate change, and over-exploitation. The course will conclude with the process of extinction and the conservation and restoration actions we can take to slow the loss of biodiversity. Students will develop skills central to a conservation-related career by applying their knowledge to real-world decision making. Lecture
BIO 101 & BIO 102 or BIO 125 Offered: Alternate Years, Fall Semester
BIO 316Microbiology4.5
An introduction to the study of microorganisms and microbe-host interactions. Topics include microbial cell physiology, growth, metabolism, genetics, and host-microbe relationships (for both pathogens and commensals). Specific topics include viruses, epidemiology, and immunology, including innate and adaptive immune systems and immune disorders. Laboratory focuses on aseptic culture of bacteria, differential and selective testing for diagnostics, and microscopy. Lecture
A detailed description of the world’s oceans. Topics to be included are physical, chemical and biological phenomena in the oceans. Special emphasis will be placed on the neritic environment. Lecture
An introduction to the study of viruses, their interactions with hosts, and their mechanisms for causing disease. Specific topics will include viral replication strategies, viral transmission (epidemiology), medical interventions for prevention and treatment of viruses, and specific focus on viruses of current medical interest. Lecture
BIO 211 Offered: Alternate Years, Fall Semester Core Course Oral Intensive
BIO 330Developmental Biology5
An introduction to biological development, from the formation of the egg, through embroyonic development, to sex determination and reproduction. Special topics such as plant development, aging, and the evolution of developmental mechanisms will be included. Classical experiments in embryology will complement modern research on molecular developmental mechanisms, and the use of model organisms (mice, frogs, chickens, fish, flies, worms, plants) will be stressed. Two hours lecture, four hours lab per week. Lecture
A study of cell structure and function, with an emphasis on eukaryotic structures. Topics will include membranes, organelles, the cytoskeleton, cell signaling, the cell cycle, and cancer. Key experiments will be discussed. Lecture
junior standing and BIO 101 and BIO 102 & CHM 109 and CHM 110 Offered: Fall
BIO 402Histology4
A detailed study of the micro and ultramicroscopic anatomy of the fundamental tissues and organs of the mammalian body, including their functional and biomedical importance. Lecture
The goal of the course is to introduce students to the principles of toxicology that pertain to human health and the environment. Course content will include a survey of toxic chemicals, health effects of toxic agents, principles of absorption and the chemical and biological factors that affect toxicity. Applied disciplines of toxicology, such as ecotoxicology, mutagenesis, reproductive and developmental toxicology will also be discussed. Lecture
BIO 101 and BIO 102 and CHM 209 and CHM 210 Offered: As Needed
BIO 406Neurobiology3
This course introduces students to the biology of the nervous system and its relationship to behavior and disease. The course covers topics including the cell biology of neurons, neuronal cell communication and the action potential, synapse structure and function, neuronal cell specializations including axons and dendrites, membrane receptors and intra- and intercellular signaling systems, as well as the gross organization of the brain. The molecular mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s will also be discussed. Lecture
C or better in BIO 399 Equivalent: NS 406 Offered: Alternate Years, Spring Semester
BIO 410Introduction to Pharmacology3
This course is an introduction into the field of pharmacology, the study of chemicals on living organisms. In this course, a survey will be conducted of the variety and types of drugs (natural and synthetic, legal and illegal) that are available to the human population. Drugs that affect the central nervous, endocrine, and cardiovascular systems, in addition to those that are used to combat cancer and other diseases will be covered in this course. Emphasis will be placed on mechanism of drug action and its effects on human biochemistry and physiology. Drug design and development, as used by the pharmaceutical industry, will also be studied. Lecture
This course is a one-semester intensive biochemistry course designed for biology majors who are planning to continue their education in pre-professional or graduate school. The course will begin with a thorough investigation into the structure, function, and regulation of proteins, including the amino acids that make up proteins. Particular emphasis will be placed on enzymes and their kinetics and catalysis. The course will then delve into the structure of carbohydrates and lipids and finally into their metabolism. Principles such as acid/base relations and bioenergetics will be covered during this course and emphasis will be placed on how the three macromolecules participate together in the living cell. Lecture
A laboratory course devoted to the study of the biochemistry and physiology of living systems. Utilizes the methods of spectrophotometry, chromatography, polarimetry, electrophoresis, radioisotope methodology and other modern techniques. Laboratory
A detailed description of the role of microorganisms in environmental phenomena. Included will be a discussion of the marine, freshwater and terrestial environment. Special emphasis will be placed on algae and bacteria. Lecture
Open to a limited number of selected students evaluated in consonance with their qualifications and research interests. Department consent required. This course may be taken for 1, 2, or 3 credits based on advisement between the student and their faculty mentor. Thesis Research
BIO 211 and BIO 316 Offered: As Needed Department Consent Required
BIO 441Research 21-3
Open to a limited number of selected students evaluated in consonance with their qualifications and research interests. Department consent required. This course may be taken for 1, 2, or 3 credits based on advisement between the student and their faculty mentor. Thesis Research
BIO 211 and BIO 316 Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer Department Consent Required
BIO 445Internship in Biology3
Student participation in an off-campus, supervised work experience related to biology with regular reporting to an assigned faculty member. Written and oral reports relating this work experience to the student’s course of studies will be submitted. Internship
Student participation in an off-campus, supervised work experience related to biology with regular reporting to an assigned faculty member. Written reports relating this work experience to the student’s course of studies will be submitted. Internship
An introduction to biological literature with reports on recent topics and advances in research. The survey and integration of courses will be emphasized. Seminar
Senior Standing Capstone Course Core Course Oral Intensive Offered: Spring
BIO 480Molecular Biology3
A fusion of genetics, cell biology, biochemistry, and information theory. Molecular Biology will examine living systems at a subcellular level with a focus on proteins and nucleic acids. Review of biochemical logic of life and prokaryotic molecular genetics; discussion of the techniques of molecular biology, including the use of computers in genomic research and molecular visualization; cellular regulation in eukaryotes, including both genetic and signal transduction mechanisms; advanced topics in eukaryotic mechanisms; advanced topics in eukaryotic molecular biology: cancer, viruses, the immune system, developmental mechanisms. Lecture
An intergrated laboratory experience including the analysis of genes and proteins, techniques in genetic engineering, the genetic manipulation of living cells, and the analysis of gene regulation. Four hours of lab per week Laboratory
BIO 101 and BIO 102 and BIO 211 and CHM 109 and CHM 110
Corequisite
BIO 480 Offered: Spring
BIO 490Special Topics in Modern Biology3
Course involves lectures, readings, and classroom discussion of selected topics in biology. These courses are designed as intensive study opportunities in areas of specialization not covered in depth by existing courses. Lecture
