103 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 102Human Genetics3
Principles of biology relative to the development of human hereditary characteristics. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab (Liberal Studies C5).
Principles of biology relative to ecology and modern environmental problems. Ecosystem’s structure and function, population growth, food production, pollution, and resource use. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab (Liberal Studies C5).
Modern biology from a cellular and molecular perspective, emphasizing cell structure, function, genes and genetic engineering, disease, and evolution. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab (Liberal Studies C5).
Introduction to biology for majors. Basic cell structure and function, bioenergetics, introduction to genetics, and molecular biology. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab (Lecture-4 credits, Lab-0 credits. Lab is required) (Liberal Studies C5). Corequisites: Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture.
Second course for biology majors. A comparative introduction to structure, physiology, and evolutionary trends among organisms. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab. (Lecture-4 credits, Lab-0 credits. Lab is required) (Liberal Studies C5).
BIOL 140. Corequisites: Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture.
BIOL 150General Biology I4
Introductory course for biology majors. A comparative introduction to structure, physiology, and evolutionary trends among organisms. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab. (Lecture-3 credits, Lab-1 credit. Lab is required). (Liberal Studies C5).
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 151General Biology II4
Introduction to cellular and molecular biology for majors. Basic cell structure and function, bioenergetics, introduction to genetics, and molecular biology. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab (Lecture-3 credits, Lab-1 credit. Lab is required.) (Liberal Science C5).
CHEM 139 , permission of instructor, or major in Forensic Science, BS.
Corequisite
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 180Introduction to Biological Research1
This course is designed for biology majors in their first, or second year, and transfer students. This one-credit introductory course will cover the conduct, ethics, common practices in biological research, and introduction to faculty research in the department. Topics covered for the proposed course: introduction to literature search, literature interpretation, research conduct, research ethics, impact of science on society, scientific method, and scientific communication (reading and writing).
Human uses of plants as a context for the botanical sciences. Experience with identification of plants and uses of plants in medicines, foods, and fiber. 2 Seminar, 2 Lab.
BIOL 194Biotechnology: Methods, Applications, and Implications3
This course addresses the methods used in Biotechnology and their use in genetic engineering of bacteria, plants, animals, and ethical considerations associated with biotechnology.
Introduction to principles of genetics, including Mendelian and molecular genetics. Topics include: Mendelism, linkage, recombination, DNA structure and function, genomics, evolution of development, molecular evolution. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab. (Lecture-3 credits, Lab-1 credit. Lab is required). (Liberal Studies C5).
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 241Introduction to Ecology and Evolution4
This course examines the interaction of organisms with their environment and each other to provide a broad overview of the fields of evolution and ecology. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab. (Lecture-3 credit, Lab-1 credits. Lab is required). (Liberal Studies C5).
A grade of C- or better in both BIOL 150 lecture and BIOL 240 lecture or permission of instructor. BIOL 240 is waived for students majoring in Natural Resource Conservation and Management, BS.
Corequisite
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 291Human Anatomy and Physiology I4
BIOL 291 is the first of a two-course series addressing the structure and function of the human body. Topics include an introduction to anatomy and physiology, anatomical terminology, homeostasis and feedback mechanisms, basic chemical concepts of living organisms, cells, tissues, and the digestive, integumentary, and musculoskeletal systems. The level of course content is designed for pre-nursing and allied health professions students. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab (Lecture-3 credits, Lab-1 credit. Lab is required). (Liberal Studies C5).
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 292Human Anatomy and Physiology II4
BIOL 292 is the second of a two-course series addressing the structure and function of the human body. Topics include the nervous system, endocrine system, blood and immunity, the heart, vascular and lymphatic systems, respiratory system, urinary system, and the reproductive system. The level of course content is designed for pre-nursing and allied health professions students. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab (Lecture-3 credits, Lab-1 credit. Lab is required). (Liberal Studies C5).
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 304General Ecology3
Ecosystem and population processes, pathways of energy and materials, interactions between organisms and populations, and the human role in the biosphere. 3 Lecture.
A grade of C- or better in BIOL 241 lecture or permission of instructor. Credits: 3
BIOL 306Evolutionary Biology3
Introduction to evolutionary biology, including population genetic processes, speciation, selection models, phylogeny reconstruction, and molecular evolution. History and analytical approaches will also be emphasized.
A grade of C- or better in BIOL 241 lecture or permission of instructor. Credits: 3
BIOL 313Microbiology in Health and Nutrition4
Morphological, cultural, biochemical, and staining characteristics of microorganisms; emphasis on those that infect humans and occur in water, food, and human environments. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab. (Lecture-3 credits, Lab-1 credits. Lab is required). Course is not open to students that have completed BIOL 413
Permission of instructor or major in Environmental Health, BS; Nutrition and Dietetics, BS; Pre-Nutrition and Dietetics; Nursing, BSN Degree/RN to BSN; BSN Degree/Basic Nursing Option or Interest in Nursing.
Corequisite
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 321Plant Biology4
An introduction to the principles of botany with an emphasis on plant body structure, functions and development.
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 326Plants and Human Affairs3
Understanding the relationships between plants and people with a focus on useful and economically important plants and applied botanical questions of human concern.
An overview of human genetic variation and molecular population genetics as applied to forensic DNA analysis in a crime laboratory as well as the courtroom.
A grade of C- or better in BIOL 240 lecture. Credits: 3
BIOL 333Cell and Molecular Biology4
Genome structure; protein shape, structure, and function; RNA and protein synthesis; control of gene expression and post-transcriptional controls; recombinant DNA technology; membrane structure; protein sorting; cell communication, the cell cycle, and cancer. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab (Lecture-3 credits, Lab-1 credit. Lab is required).
Field, computer-simulation, and laboratory methods used to study the environment, evolutionary ecology, and the general ecology of individuals, populations, communities, ecosystem landscapes. 2 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Permission of department head. Credits: 1 or 3, R15
BIOL 391Human Anatomy & Physiology for the Sciences I4
BIOL 391 is the first of a two-course series taking an in-depth look at the structure and function of the human body and the interactions of organ systems to maintain homeostasis. Topics include an introduction to anatomy and physiology, anatomical terminology, homeostasis and feedback mechanisms, basic chemical concepts of living organisms, cells, tissues, and the digestive, integumentary, and musculoskeletal systems. The level of course content is designed for students with a background in general chemistry and biology. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab. Lab is required.
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 392Human Anatomy & Physiology for the Sciences II4
BIOL 392 is the second of a two-course series taking an in-depth look at the structure and function of the human body and the interactions of organ systems to maintain homeostasis. Topics include the nervous system, endocrine system, blood and immunity, the heart, vascular and lymphatic systems, respiratory system, urinary system, and the reproductive system. The level of course content is designed for students with a background in general chemistry and biology. Lecture, 3 Lab. Lab is required.
BIOL 150 , ( BIOL 333 or BIOL 419 ), and CHEM 140 . Credits: 3
BIOL 412Cellular and Molecular Immunology3
Detailed examination of the immune response, including: antigen recognition, effector mechanisms, immunogenetics, immunoregulation, immunity to infection, immunopathology, tumor and transplantation immunology, and autoimmunity.
BIOL 240 or completion of, or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 333 . Credits: 3
BIOL 413General Microbiology4
Survey of microorganisms emphasizing: morphology, physiology, genetics, and ecology of prokaryotes (bacteria and archaea); microorganisms and disease; environmental and applied microbiology; and systematics of prokaryotes. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 414Methods of General Microbiology2
Microscopy; morphological, cultural, physiological, and serological characteristics of microorganisms; microbiology of food, milk, water, and soil. 6 Lab.
Plant metabolism, effects of hormones and light on plant growth and development. Transport and translocation of water and solutes. Plant stress physiology.
Molecular aspects of plant development. Examination of the structure, expression, and function of genes involved in the flowering plant life cycle, including genes controlling embryogenesis, vegetative growth, plant-pathogen interaction, and reproduction.
( BIOL 240 or BIOL 304 ) and CHEM 242 ; or permission of instructor. Credits: 3
BIOL 418Advanced Techniques in Microscopy4
This course provides an in-depth examination of basic and advanced imaging techniques used in biomedical fields with an emphasis on fluorescence microscopy. Topics covered include: properties of light, refractive index, fluorescent quantum yields, quenching, polarization, anisotropy, FRET, FRAP, super-resolution microscopy, and single-molecule fluorescence techniques. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
( BIOL 333 , or BIOL 361 , or CHEM 361 ) and ( PHYS 131 or PHYS 231 ); or permission of instructor. Credits: 4
BIOL 419Cell Biology3
A look at cell biology from a molecular perspective, focusing on the structure, function, and techniques involved in the study of eukaryotic cells. An investigation of current knowledge about the mechanisms underlying cellular events.
BIOL 333 and ( BIOL 361 or CHEM 361 ); or permission of instructor. Credits: 3
BIOL 420Darwin’s Origin of Species3
A detailed reading and analysis of Darwin’s landmark work, On the Origin of Species . Examining its historical and philosophical context, and its social and scientific significance.
( BIOL 240 and BIOL 241 ) or BIOL 304 . Credits: 3
BIOL 421Principles of Biotechnology4
Survey of methods and applications used in molecular biotechnology. Topics include recombinant DNA methods and molecular tools to analyze and modify genetic material for biotechnology. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Principles of nuclear and mitochondrial DNA analysis including current and emerging analytical techniques, database searches, statistical analysis, courtroom testimony, and non-human DNA analysis. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Taxonomy of the flowering plants of the region; family relationships; use of keys for identification; and recognition, collection, documentation, and preservation of specimens. One weekend field collecting trip. 2 Lecture, 6 Lab.
In-depth study of co-evolutionary interactions, including seed dispersal, pollination, host-parasite, and plant-microbe interactions such as nitrogen fixation. Lecture, laboratory, and field trips. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
A course for biology students interested in how population genetics principles can be applied to problems in conservation biology with an emphasis on their integration into wildlife and fisheries management.
Exploration of biodiversity conservation principles as they apply to managed ecosystems. Components of biodiversity, threats to biodiversity, and strategies for conserving it will be examined.
Principles and methods used in describing animal and/or plant taxa and in testing hypotheses of evolutionary relationship; individual research projects on the systematics of selected taxa.
Biology major with Junior Standing or permission of instructor. Credits: 3
BIOL 455Vascular Plants4
Biology of higher plants: Club and small club mosses, quillworts, scouring rushes, ferns, gymnosperms, and angiosperms in living and fossil form. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
The study of the molecular and cellular basis of disease, and the application of this knowledge to the development of new clinical and diagnostic tools, medications, and therapies.
This course will combine the theoretical aspects of brewing with the practical side of making beer. Lecture topics will include such things as the basic ingredients used to make beer, the biochemistry involved in brewing, beer styles and evaluation of beer, and the historical, social, and political aspects of brewing. Lab exercises will include the production of many styles of beer and training in the methods of making and evaluating beers. Optional field may be a part of the course as conditions allow and could include unique opportunities to visit regional producers of malt, yeast, and hops as well as breweries where students will have the opportunity to engage with professional brewers about how to design recipes, brew on a large scale, and other facets of the industry (e.g., quality control, packaging, and distribution, etc.) (Minimum age 21 by the end of week 7 of the course.).
Senior Standing and permission of instructor. Credits: 4
BIOL 467Biostatistics3
Statistical concepts and methods for biologists. Design of experiments for computer analysis by ANOVA, single or multiple regression, principal components. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.
Mechanisms, development, functional significance, and evolution of behavior; individual research projects, films, and discussions in lab. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Anatomy, physiology, ecology, behavior, diversity, and evolution of birds. Lab will focus on the identification of North Carolina birds, field research techniques, and behavior. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Ecology of archaea and bacteria. Population and community detection, diversity, and roles in biogeochemical cycling using cultivation and molecular techniques. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
BIOL 241 , or ( BIOL 304 and BIOL 413 ), or BIOL 414 .
Corequisite
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 474Virology4
A study of viruses and how they differ from cellular life, including the molecular nature and replication strategies of viral genomes, the balance between viruses and their hosts, innate and adaptive immune responses, and issues surrounding vaccine safety. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Biological concepts and alternative management practices involved in the protection, conservation, restoration, augmentation, and cultivation of fisheries resources. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
BIOL 241 , or BIOL 304 , or permission of instructor. Credits: 4
BIOL 477Herpetology4
Study of the biological diversity, evolution, life history, ecology, and conservation of amphibians and reptiles. Field trips required. 3 Lecture/Discussion, 3 Lab/Field.
( BIOL 150 , BIOL 151 , and BIOL 240 ), or BIOL 241 , or BIOL 304 . Credits: 4
BIOL 478Parasitology3
This course is intended to provide an exploration into the world of parasites. Emphasis will be placed on the life cycles and natural histories of those parasites that coexist with humans and animals.
Junior or Senior Standing or permission of instructor. Credits: 3
BIOL 479Mammalogy4
Anatomy, physiology, ecology, behavior, diversity, evolution, and conservation of mammals. Lab will focus on the identification of mammals through skin/skull specimens and photos, field research techniques, and behavior. Field trips required. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
This course provides students with a research experience with a faculty member that goes beyond traditional coursework. It is an immersive course with topics varying by semester and instructor.
Detailed examination of the immune response, including: antigen recognition, effector mechanisms, immunogenetics, immunoregulation, immunity to infection, immunopathology, tumor and transplantation immunology, and autoimmunity.
Survey of microorganisms emphasizing: morphology, physiology, genetics, and ecology of prokaryotes (bacteria and archaea); microorganisms and disease; environmental and applied microbiology; and systematics of prokaryotes. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 515Plant Physiology3
Plant metabolism, effects of hormones and light on plant growth and development. Transport and translocation of water and solutes. Plant stress physiology.
Molecular aspects of plant development. Examination of the structure, expression, and function of genes involved in the flowering plant life cycle, including genes controlling embryogenesis, vegetative growth, plant pathogen interaction, and reproduction.
This course provides an in-depth examination of basic and advanced imaging techniques used in biomedical fields with an emphasis on fluorescence microscopy. Topics covered include: properties of light, refractive index, fluorescent quantum yields, quenching, polarization, anisotropy, FRET, FRAP, super-resolution microscopy and single molecule fluorescence techniques (lab required).
A detailed reading and analysis of Darwin’s landmark work, “On the Origin of Species,” examining its historical and philosophical context, and its social and scientific significance.
Survey of methods and applications used in molecular biotechnology. Topics include recombinant DNA methods and molecular tools to analyze and modify genetic material for biotechnology. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Taxonomy of flowering plants of the region; family relationships; use of keys for identification; recognition, collection, documentation, and preservation of specimens. One weekend collecting field trip. 2 Lecture, 6 Lab.
In-depth study of co-evolutionary interactions, including seed dispersal, pollination, host-parasite, and plant-microbe interactions such as nitrogen fixation. Lecture, laboratory, and field trips. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
A course for biology students interested in how population genetics principles can be applied to problems in conservation biology with an emphasis on their integration into wildlife and fisheries management.
Exploration of biodiversity conservation principles as they apply to managed ecosystems. Components of biodiversity, threats to biodiversity, and strategies for conserving it will be examined.
Principles and methods used in describing animal and/or plant taxa and in testing hypotheses of evolutionary relationships; individual research projects on the systematics of selected taxa.
Biology of the higher plants; club and small club mosses, quillworts, scouring rushes, ferns, gymnosperms, and angiosperms in living and fossil form. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
The study of the molecular and cellular basis of disease, and the application of this knowledge to the development of new clinical and diagnostic tools, medications, and therapies.
This course will combine the theoretical aspects of brewing with the practical side of making beer. Lecture topics will include such things as the basic ingredients used to make beer, the biochemistry involved in brewing, beer styles and evaluation of beer, and the historical, social, and political aspects of brewing. Lab exercises will include the production of many styles of beer and training in the methods of making and evaluating beers. Optional field may be a part of the course as conditions allow and could include unique opportunities to visit regional producers of malt, yeast, and hops as well as breweries where students will have the opportunity to engage with professional brewers about how to design recipes, brew on a large scale, and other facets of the industry (e.g., quality control, packaging, and distribution, etc.) (Minimum age 21 by the end of week 7 of the course).
Statistical concepts and methods for biologists, design of experiments for computer analysis by ANOVA, single or multiple regression, principal components. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.
Mechanisms, development, functional significance, and evolution of behavior; individual research projects, films, and discussions in lab. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Anatomy, physiology, ecology, behavior, diversity, and evolution of birds. Lab will focus on identification of North Carolina birds, field research techniques, and behavior. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Ecology of Archaea and Bacteria. Population and community detection, diversity, and roles in biogeochemical cycling using cultivation and molecular techniques. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 574Virology4
A study of viruses and how they differ from cellular life, including the molecular nature and replication strategies of viral genomes, the balance between viruses and their hosts, innate and adaptive immune responses, and issues surrounding vaccine safety. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
Enrollment in the Chemistry or Biology Accelerated B.S./M.S. (ABM) Track with a grade of C- or better in BIOL/CHEM 361 or BIOL 333 lecture, or permission of instructor; or enrollment in the Chemistry or Biology MS program.
Corequisite
Lab must be taken concurrently with lecture. Credits: 4
BIOL 576Contemporary Fisheries4
Biological concepts and alternative management practices involved in the protection, conservation, restoration, augmentation, and cultivation of fisheries resources. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.
BIOL 675Advanced Methods in Ecology and Evolution4
In-depth study of field, computer simulation, and laboratory methods used to study the evolutionary ecology and ecological interactions across levels from individuals through landscapes. 3 Lecture, 2 Lab.
BIOL 697Introduction to Graduate Studies in Biology2
An introduction to teaching methods, ethics in science, thesis proposal writing and experimental design. This course also provides an introduction to Biology faculty research.
