39 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 175NBiology is Life 4 SH
This course aims to provide non-science majors with a firm grasp on biological concepts, principles, and entities that they encounter in everyday life. The course will emphasize the scientific method and the role of biology in modern society. Among topics included will be evolution, ecology, genetics, and physiology. *This course may be used to satisfy the general education requirement in laboratory science Course Laboratory Fee: $50.00
Part 1 of an introductory level, two-semester sequence. This course introduces the principles and concepts of biology with emphasis on history, philosophy, and the scientific method. This course focuses on a general introduction to biology, biological molecules, cellular metabolism, cell structure and function, the major systems of vascular plants an vertebrate animals, and other related topics. Course Laboratory Fee: $50.00 *This course may be used to satisfy the general education requirement in laboratory science and is part of the first course sequence for majors in Biology, Environmental Studies, and Exercise Science-Clinical Track. *In the event of transfer credits, permission of the instructor will suffice for prerequisites.
Part 2 of an introductory level, two-semester sequence with a focus on genetics, gene expression, cell division, Mendelian inheritance, evolution including natural selection, ecology, biodiversity and other related topics. The second semester is a continuation of the first semester; thus, the first semester is a prerequisite to the second. or by permission of the instructor (as in the case of the transfer credits). Course Laboratory Fee: $50.00. *This course may be used to satisfy the general education requirement in laboratory science and is part of the first course sequence for majors in Biology, Environmental Studies, and Exercise Science. *In the event of transfer credits, permission of the instructor will suffice for prerequisites. Course Lab Fee: $50.00.
In this course, you will explore the great diversity of living organisms on earth, from algae to zebras. You will learn what different kinds of organisms have in common with one another, how they differ, and how their adaptations help them survive. You will study the value of biodiversity and how human activities are creating the current 6th mass extinction. All of this will be within the context of evolutionary biology, ecology, comparative physiology, and biogeography. Prerequisites: none. Course lab fee: $50. Cross-listed as ENSC 221G
Principles of Microbiology will provide an overview of bacteria, viruses, and eukaryotic microorganisms responsible for human disease. Mechanisms of disease progression will be discussed in conjunction with immunological defenses of human hosts. Microbial growth, structure, and control will be studied with a focus on molecular and genetic aspects. The course will not be part of the curriculum for the biology major and is appropriate for students who require a microbiology course with a medical microbiology focus. Prerequisites: Instructor approval and CHEM 110N or CHEM 211N. Course lab fee: $50.
Part I of a two-semester sequence introduction of human body systems, structures, and functions. Focuses on Circulatory, Respiratory, Skeletal, Muscular, Nervous, and Integumentary systems. Seated lecture and online lab.
BIOL 175N or BIOL 224, sophomore standing, or instructor approval. Course Lab Fee: $75.00.
BIOL 266Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 SH
Part II of a two-semester sequence introduction of human body systems, structures, and functions. Focuses on Endocrine, Digestive, Lymphatic, Urinary, and Reproductive systems. Seated lecture and online lab. Prerequisites: BIOL 265, sophomore standing, or instructor approval.. Course Lab Fee: $75.00.
This course focuses on the various groups of microorganisms including bacteria, molds, yeasts, and viruses. Topics include the microorganism structure, physiology, genetics, microbial pathogenicity, infectious diseases, immunology, and selected practical applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills including microscopy, aseptic technique, staining, culture methods, and identification of microorganisms.
This course is designed to present the diversity of life-forms of the major groups of invertebrates with emphasis on taxonomy, structure, reproduction, ecology, and evolution. Laboratory experiences may include field collection, dissection, identification and taxonomic classification, and description of fundamental anatomical traits found within representative groups. BIOL Botany4 SH This course teaches students how to identify local plants and plant families according to their morphology and phylogenetic relationships. Prerequisite: BIOL 212N. Cross-listed: ENSC 317
In this course, students will explore the relationships among plants, animals, and their environment. They will gain a better understanding of ecological concepts, species distributions, and how organisms are affected by their environment. Prerequisites: Two courses in BIOL or ENSC 160.
This course teaches students how to identify local plants and plant families according to their morphology and phylogenetic relationships. Prerequisite: BIOL 212N. Cross-listed: ENSC 317
This course will focus on the physiology of plants. Topics will include the structure and function of plants, plant genetics, growth and development, water transport, mineral nutrition, photosynthesis, an plant metabolism. The laboratory will reinforce the concepts in lab and include a project on plant transformation and tissue culture techniques. Prerequisites: BIOL 212N, CHEM 211N.
S odd (4 SH) (WI) This course will introduce students to the major principles of evolutionary biology. Topics covered will include elementary population genetics, the theory of evolution by natural selection, concepts of fitness and adaptation, genetic and developmental bases of evolutionary change, modes of speciation, morphological and molecular evolution, principles of systemic biology, paleontology and macro-evolutionary trends in evolution, extinction and human evolution. Lab will include activities and experiments, recent articles and discussions, and student presentations. This is a writing intensive course. Prerequisites: BIOL 211N and BIOL 212N.
S even (4 SH) This course introduces students interested in biology, environmental science, or any natural sciences to the breadth and types of potential avenues of studying our earth and its biodiversity. While the course will focus on domestic wildlife, which will be more immediately familiar to introductory-level students, the course will also include a component of international wildlife. Natural history of animal (and, to a lesser degree) plant groups will be a major focus of the course, including terrestrial, avian, and marine/freshwater wild life. Understanding of conservation and ecosystems will be a capstone goal of the course. At the end of the course, students will have been exposed to the fields of mammalogy, ornithology, ichthyology, herpetology, and invertebrate biology. Charismatic mega fauna will be the flagship species most studied in this introductory course. Field trips to Uwharrie National Forest, the Carnivore Conservation Trust, NC Zoo and/or Duke Primate Center will be included in this course. Prerequisites: BIOL 211N and 212N preferred.
The course will introduce students to the theory and technique used in Forensic Science. Topics will include DNA fingerprinting, Southern Analysis, PCR, fingerprinting analysis, hair and fiber analysis, forensic anthropology, blood serology, toxicology, and basic chemical identification and separations. Prerequisites: BIOL 211N or permission of the instructor. Course Lab Fee: $50.00. 160N
F odd (4 SH) (WI) This course provides students with an in-depth exploration of the conservation and management of ecosystems and protected areas from a scientific perspective. The course focuses on issues ranging from genetics, policy, stakeholders, technology, diplomacy, biodiversity, endangerment, and de- forestation. While the course will focus on terrestrial systems, which will be more immediately familiar to most students, the course will also include components of avian, freshwater, and marine conservation. The intersection between human populations and biodiversity will be a major theme of this course. Understanding of conservation and ecosystems will be a capstone goal of the course. At the end of the course, students will have been exposed to the fields of environmental law, international environmental law, anthropology, GIS, mammalogy, ornithology, ichthyology, herpetology, and invertebrate biology. Field trips to Uwharrie National Forest, the Carnivore Conservation Trust, NC Zoo and/or Duke Primate Center will be included in this course. The course will be taught in a seminar format, with lab period. It will involve heavy emphasis on readings from the current, primary, peer-reviewed literature, but it will also require background material from a text. This is a writing intensive course. Prerequisites: BIOL 211N-212N. Cross-listed as ENSC 328.
Reconciliation ecology recognizes the need of people to use land for various purposes and strives to reconcile those needs while maintaining natural ecosystem services and ecological functions. In this course, you will learn about the goals of reconciliation ecology and the rationale behind it. You will learn how to incorporate more natural ecosystem functions into human-dominated landscapes and participate in the restoration of a degraded area. Prerequisite: Two courses in BIOL or ENSC 160N; sophomore standing. Cross-listed: ENSC 340.
In this course, students will write a literature review on a topic of their choice, develop a novel hypothesis, and design an experiment to test that hypothesis. Students will write and revise drafts of scientific proposals and papers. Students will also learn about ethical issues and conduct in the world of science. Prerequisites: BIOL 211N and 212N, CHEM 211N and 212, ENGL 102W, MATH 161M.
This course focuses on classical and modern concepts in cell and molecular biology with an emphasis on the organization of cellular and sub-cellular components, physical and chemical bases of cell activity. The laboratory applies concepts learned in lecture and will introduce standard genetic and biochemical techniques common in a molecular biology lab, such as DNA isolation, agarose-gel electrophoresis, and bioinformatics tools. The organization of cellular and sub-cellular components; physical and chemical bases of cell activity. Prerequisites: BIOL 211N, BIOL 212N and CHEM 212. Course Lab Fee: $50.00.
The lecture component of Microbial Genetics will place special emphasis on the integration of genetic studies with biochemical and physical analysis of synthesis, structure, and function of nucleic acid and protein. The genetics of the well-studied bacterium Escherichia coli will be presented as well as genetic and molecular studies of other microorganisms and viruses with ecological, medical, and industrial significance. The laboratory component of the course will introduce students to classical and modern genetic approaches for studying microorganisms.
S even (4 SH) (WI) The course will introduce students to the theory and technique used in Forensic Science. Topics will include DNA fingerprinting, Southern Analysis, PCR, fingerprinting analysis, hair and fiber analysis, forensic anthropology, blood serology, toxicology, and basic chemical identification and separations. This is a writing intensive course. Prerequisites: BIOL 211N and BIOL 212N; junior standing or permission of the instructor.
A study of how eukaryotic organisms develop, and the molecular and genetic processes that control development. A survey of developmental biology from egg to adult (differentiated organs) will be covered, along with topics describing the control of eukaryotic gene expression. Laboratory emphasis will include Caenorhabditis elegans and other model organisms, and molecular techniques in genetic analysis. Prerequisites: BIOL 304 and CHEM 311.
This course will serve as a general introduction to the immune system. We will discuss the parts of the immune system, adaptive and innate immunity, the molecular basis of T cell and B cell antigen recognition, hematopoiesis and the development of lymphocytes, and cellular and humoral immune responses. In addition, we will cover the role of the immune system in health and disease specifically, immunodeficiency, autoimmunity, immunotherapy, and vaccination. This course is for students who have a background in biology. Prerequisites: BIOL 211N, BIOL 212N. Course Lab Fee: $50.00.
Ecology S odd (4 SH) (WI) Plants and animals in their natural surroundings. This is a writing intensive course. Prerequisites: Two courses in BIOL. Cross-listed as ENSC 502.
This is a capstone course that provides senior biology major students an opportunity to apply, integrate, and demonstrate the knowledge and skills they have acquired during their undergraduate biology education. Students will present oral and written reports on topics in contemporary biology.
Sciences F, S (2-4 SH) This course will provide students the opportunity to participate in a research project involving original research carried out under the direction of a biology faculty member. The student and faculty sponsor will create a contract to be agreed upon by the student, faculty member and Chair of the Biology Department. A
Sciences F, S (2-4 SH) This course will provide students an opportunity to participate in work experiences within biologically or environmentally-related industries or other off-campus venues. The student along with his/her biology faculty sponsor and on-site supervisor will develop a course contract specifying the internship objectives, expectations, and requirements for successful completion of the course by the student. In conjunction with this internship, the student will also be required to select a biological topic associated with the work experience and construct an extensive written literature review of this topic. A written work experience report and oral report will be presented to a panel consisting of the School Head, Biology Department Chair, advisor, and faculty sponsor. Business Management and Leadership (BMAL) Pfeiffer University’s Business Management and Leadership Program is approved by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs. Business remains perhaps the most wide-open career field today. The job market for business graduates is expected to remain strong throughout the near future. Business Management and leadership majors enjoy a wide range of options and much flexibility in both beginning and later employment. Banks, retail organizations, hospitals, manufacturing firms, non-profit agencies, educational institutions, and government are a few of the types of organizations seeking out qualified business graduates. The curriculum in Business Management and Leadership is designed to develop an understanding of the major functional areas of business -- accounting, economics, finance, marketing, and management -- as well as to build upon the competencies of critical thinking, communication, collaboration, information literacy, and foundational knowledge necessary to serve effectively in the modern global society.
