66 courses with the subject BI, 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.
BI 100Essentials of Biology4
Introductory-level course designed for non-life science majors to fulfill their core science requirement. A study of biology emphasizing the nature and practice of science as it pertains to everyday life including molecules, cell structure and function, DNA and biotechnology, ecology, diversity of life, and evolution. (class, three hours; laboratory, two hours per week).
Co-requisite: BI 101L Introductory-level course emphasizing the nature and practice of science, the characteristics and diversity of life, cell structure and function, DNA, ecology, development and evolution (class, three hours; laboratory, two hours per week). Offered every fall and spring.
The objective of this course is to provide students with an overview of the structure and function of living matter, the organization of life on earth, and to increase their understanding of the world in which they live.
This course is the first in a two-course sequence introducing the fundamentals of normal human anatomy and physiology. Topics include basic chemistry, body organization, cell structure and function, tissues, and histology. Emphasis is placed on the interaction of structure and function to maintain homeostasis. The integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous system, including special senses will be addressed. The course is designed for pre-nursing students. It does not fulfill credit for the Biology major or minor. (class, three hours; laboratory, two hours per week).
This course is the second in a two-course sequence introducing the fundamentals of normal human anatomy and physiology. Emphasis is placed on the interaction of structure and function to maintain homeostasis. The cardiovascular, digestive, urinary, endocrine, and reproductive systems will be addressed. The course is designed for pre-nursing students. It does not fulfill credit for the Biology major or minor. (class, three hours; laboratory, two hours per week).
A study of the structure, metabolism, classification, and function of microbes, including viruses, important in human health. Topics include infectious diseases, host-pathogen relationships, and the immune response. There will be a particular emphasis on clinical application of pathogens in the laboratory. (class, three hours; laboratory, two hours per week).
BI 101 with any grade equivalent to 70% or higher An introduction to prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells including metabolism, gene structure and function, cell division, cell signaling, membrane structure and function, and the extracellular matrix (class three hours; laboratory three hours per week).
This course will focus on concepts related to human genetics and genomics across the lifespan within society and healthcare settings. Students focus on molecular genetics, gene expression, genomic health issues, genomic influences on complex health problems, disease management via genomics, nutrigenomics, pharmacogenetics, and global genomic issues. Prerequisites: BI 108 and BI 110.
Pre-requisites: BI 108 and BI 110 This course reviews and consolidates physiology from a systems approach, as seen in BI 108 and BI 110. Extra emphasis will be placed on system interdependence and the effects of deviations away from homeostasis. We will also look at pathophysiological contributions to this loss of homeostasis within each system and how these are identified and possibly treated.
An introduction to biological literature using a seminar approach. Students will learn how to read and review primary literature, carry out literature searches, design experiments using proper research methodology, and write and present reports. Offered every year.
BI 101 with any grade equivalent to 70% or higher A lecture and demonstration course covering the Eubacteria, Archaea, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia kingdoms.
BI 231LOrganismal Diversity Lab0
Organismal Diversity Lab. Must be taken concurrently with Organismal Diversity.
BI 101, BI 201, CH 105 A study of the fundamental principles of classical, molecular and, to a lesser extent, population genetics that serve as the basis for organismal inheritance and variation (class, three hours; laboratory, three hours per week).
BI 300LGenetics Lab0
Genetics Lab. Must be taken concurrently with Genetics.
Course material includes the principles of ecology, the impact of humans on the natural world, major legal initiatives, and attempts to address environmental issues. Laboratory exercises include sampling techniques and analysis of soil and water (class, three hours; laboratory, three hours per week). Offered alternate years.
The course focuses on: life histories, etiology, epidemiology, diagnostic techniques, and control methods (class, three hours; laboratory, three hours per week). Offered upon sufficient demand.
BI 231 A comprehensive basic study of morphology, taxonomy, and physiology of the parasites of man and other vertebrates with emphasis on Protozoa, Helminthes and Arthropoda.
BI 303LParasitology Lab0
Parasitology Lab. Must be taken concurrently with Parasitology.
This course will cover basic concepts in human nutrition including macronutrients, micronutrients, metabolism, digestion and the maintenance of energy balance in the human body. The laboratory portion of the class will cover research methods in nutrition using current scientific literature (Lecture 3 hours per week; Laboratory 2 hours per week). Prerequisites: Cell Biology (BI 201) and General Chemistry (CH 105, 106)
BI 201 Pre- or co-requisite: CH 105 A survey of microorganisms and viruses; their morphology, taxonomy, physiology, and ecology, including selected topics in immunology (class, three hours; laboratory, three hours per week).
BI 308LMicrobiology Lab0
Microbiology lab. Must be taken concurrently with Microbiology
This course is a study of the principles of plant physiology including photosynthesis, respiration, gas exchange, transpiration, and metabolism. The interaction of plants and the environment is emphasized focusing on both biotic and abiotic factors. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab each week.
Experimental methods used for direct acquisition of physiological data will be emphasized in the laboratory. Term papers will be based on topics in comparative physiology (class, three hours; laboratory, two hours per week). Offered every spring.
BI 201, CH 105 A systematic study of the physiology of body systems to include the nervous system, including special senses, circulation, respiration, digestion, kidney function, hormonal control, and reproduction.
BI 310LAnimal Physiology Lab0
Animal Physiology lab. Must be taken concurrently with Animal Physiology.
Why do animals do what they do? This course explores both proximate (e.g. physiological, neurological, etc.) and ultimate (e.g. fitness, evolutionary history) explanations of animal behavior. Topics will include foraging, aggression, social behavior, mate choice, parenting, and others. The lab portion of this course will include discussions of current literature, explanations and examples of quantitative behavioral analysis and the completion of original research projects.
Upon special arrangement with the department, a particular assignment can be conducted off site (junior-level projects carry 300-level numbers; senior-level projects carry 400-level numbers).
Topics include measurement and description of plant community properties with an emphasis on North Carolina communities, classification, and vegetation patterns in relation to environment, ecological succession, and a survey of North American vegetation (class, three hours; laboratory, three hours per week. Offered upon sufficient demand. NOTE: A weekend field trip to the coastal plain is mandatory).
The course introduces the student to the vocabulary and principles of plant biology. It covers the broad areas of plant taxonomy, anatomy, morphology, physiology, diversity, ecology, and economic importance. Success in this course will depend upon each student's accumulation, appreciation, and application of botanical knowledge.
BI 101, BI 231 This course examines the discipline of plant biology that focuses on the study of plants that are economically important to people, including plants that are sources of food, fibers, medicines, gums, insecticides, etc.
BI 327LEconomic Botany Lab0
Economic Botany Lab. Must be taken concurrently with Economic Botany.
BI 101, BI 231 A comprehensive basic study of the comparative phylogeny, morphology, ecology, and life histories of major invertebrate groups and protozoa.
This course explores contemporary environmental issues. It will focus on issues from several different perspectives, including scientific, political, economic, and social aspects; and will be taught in part through the analysis of case histories. Offered on sufficient demand. Prerequisites: EV 300 or permission of the instructor
Familiarization with the basic terminology applying to the major parts of the body: organs, systems and regions. Laboratory is a detailed study of mammalian anatomy learned through dissections (class, three hours; laboratory, two hours per week). Offered in alternate years.
Experimental methods used for direct acquisition of physiological data will be emphasized in the laboratory. Term papers will be on topics in human physiology (class, two hours; laboratory, two hours per week). Offered every spring.
BI201, CH105 A systematic study of the physiology of body systems to include the nervous system, special senses, circulation, respiration, digestion, kidney function, hormonal control and reproduction.
BI 361LHuman Physiology Lab0
Human Physiology Lab. Must be taken concurrently with Human Physiology.
Some techniques of tissue preparation are included in the laboratory (class, three hours; laboratory, three hours per week). Offered upon sufficient demand.
BI 101, BI 201 Recommended: BI 310 or BI 361 and BI 360 A detailed study of the basic tissues of the vertebrate body and the arrangement of these tissues into organs.
BI 402LLab0
Histology lab. Must be taken concurrently with Histology.
Studies of communities and ecosystems emphasize energy flow, biogeochemical cycles, and population dynamics (class, three hours; laboratory, three hours per week). Offered alternate years.
BI 101, BI 201, BI 231 A study of the interrelationships between living organisms or groups of organisms and their environments: terrestrial, fresh water, and marine.
Two writing intensive courses that review basic biological principles via required readings and quizzes on assigned chapters in a comprehensive biology text. Short papers on responsible conduct in research and inter-relationship of important concepts in biology will be required. Additionally, each semester students will write a term paper and give an oral presentation on topics chosen by the faculty centered around a particular theme in biology. The intent is to provide students with a seminar discussion forum in which to "pull together" information learned in a variety of courses in the biology major. Two hours; two semesters. Offered yearly.
The first semester identifies and reviews basic biological principles and prepares students for the objective part of their comprehensive examinations. The format includes oral student presentations and seminar discussions. In the second semester, review is continued, or a specific topic in biology is selected for intensive study through oral student presentations, research papers, and discussions. Two hours; two semesters. Coordinating seminars are writing-intensive. Offered yearly.
BI 101, 201 and 231, each with grades of at least a "C".
BI 408WCoordinating Seminar II2
Two writing intensive courses that review basic biological principles via required readings and quizzes on assigned chapters in a comprehensive biology text. Short papers on responsible conduct in research and inter-relationship of important concepts in biology will be required. Additionally, each semester students will write a term paper and give an oral presentation on topics chosen by the faculty centered around a particular theme in biology. The intent is to provide students with a seminar discussion forum in which to "pull together" information learned in a variety of courses in the biology major. Two hours; two semesters. Offered yearly.
BI 101, 201 and 231, each with grades of at least a "C".
BI 409Immunology4
The format includes oral student presentations and seminar discussions. In the second semester, review is continued, or a specific topic in biology is selected for intensive study through oral student presentations, research papers, and discussions. Two hours; two semesters. Coordinating seminars are writing-intensive. Offered yearly.
BI 300 and BI 308 The first semester identifies and reviews basic biological principles and prepares students for the objective part of their comprehensive examinations.
BI 409LImmunology Lab0
Immunology lab. Must be taken concurrently Immunology.
Upon special arrangement with the department, a particular assignment can be conducted off site (junior-level projects carry 300-level numbers; senior-level projects carry 400-level numbers).
Permission of the instructor; junior or senior status A directed laboratory, field, or library investigation of a particular problem.
BI 411Special Topics in Biology3
Upon special arrangement with the department, a particular assignment can be conducted off site (junior-level projects carry 300-level numbers; senior-level projects carry 400-level numbers).
Permission of the instructor; junior or senior status A directed laboratory, field, or library investigation of a particular problem.
BI 412Special Topics in Biology3
Upon special arrangement with the department, a particular assignment can be conducted off site (junior-level projects carry 300-level numbers; senior-level projects carry 400-level numbers).
Permission of the instructor; junior or senior status A directed laboratory, field, or library investigation of a particular problem.
BI 421Embryology4
This laboratory-oriented course will investigate how animals develop from gametes to adults and follows the morphological changes involved in the process. This is an advanced-level biology course designed for those students who wish to know more about the morphology of animal development. It will utilize the microscopic study of classical embryological materials, especially echinoderms, amphibians, birds, and mammals with occasional reference to nematodes, insects, mollusks, and fish. (Lecture and laboratory 3 hours per week). Offered alternate years.
Discussion will include an examination of metabolic pathways and their coordination, cell signaling, specific organelle functions, and integration of cellular activities. (Lecture, three hour; laboratory, three hours per week). Offered in alternate years.
BI 101, BI 201, BI 300, CH 105 A study of the structure and function of macromolecules that are essential to the cell, with particular emphasis on proteins and nucleic acids.
BI 422LMolecular Biology Lab0
Molecular Biology lab. Must be take concurrently with Molecular Biology.
Offered by arrangement through the Director of Internships and with the approval of the Department Chair. N.B.: These courses do not count toward the major.
Offered by arrangement through the Director of Internships and with the approval of the Department Chair. N.B.: These courses do not count toward the major.
Offered by arrangement through the Director of Internships and with the approval of the Department Chair. N.B.: These courses do not count toward the major.
