43 courses with the subject BY, 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.
BY 1113Biology I4
An introduction to Biology. These two courses emphasize the organization, structure and basic principles governing the lives of all organisms at the molecular, cellular, tissue and organ system, organism and population levels. The courses are a continuum and are to be taken in sequence. Biology II continues with organismal diversity organ systems of animals and plants, nervous and circulatory systems, reproduction, development, behavior and ecology. The laboratory involves a dynamic study of these principles with the use of living materials as much as is feasible. Biology I is a prerequisite for
Natural Science I introduces some of the basic physical and chemical principles that affect our world and then concentrates on the biological principles that pertain to living things in general and human beings in particular. The concepts build from the cellular level to the systems level and then to the organism as a whole. Natural Science II is a continuation of Natural Science I and begins with a study of basic ecological concepts. It builds to an examination of the roles humans have played in creating some of the problems we face today as well as the roles we may play to help alleviate them. Topics include population growth, energy sources, and air, water, solid waste, and toxic waste pollution. Natural Science I (or permission of the Department Chairperson) is a prerequisite for
An introduction to the study of life featuring: molecular and cellular biology; genetics; metabolism; survey of the animal kingdom; animal organ systems and embryology; survey of the botanical kingdoms; seed plant structure, function, and development; behavior; evolution; and ecology. Biological Science I is a prerequisite for
An introduction to Biology. These two courses emphasize the organization, structure and basic principles governing the lives of all organisms at the molecular, cellular, tissue and organ system, organism and population levels. The courses are a continuum and are to be taken in sequence. Biology II continues with organismal diversity organ systems of animals and plants, nervous and circulatory systems, reproduction, development, behavior and ecology. The laboratory involves a dynamic study of these principles with the use of living materials as much as is feasible.
Natural Science I introduces some of the basic physical and chemical principles that affect our world and then concentrates on the biological principles that pertain to living things in general and human beings in particular. The concepts build from the cellular level to the systems level and then to the organism as a whole. Natural Science II is a continuation of Natural Science I and begins with a study of basic ecological concepts. It builds to an examination of the roles humans have played in creating some of the problems we face today as well as the roles we may play to help alleviate them. Topics include population growth, energy sources, and air, water, solid waste, and toxic waste pollution.
BY 1115 - Natural Science I 3 hours Lecture each 3 Credits
BY 1217Biological Science II3
An introduction to the study of life featuring: molecular and cellular biology; genetics; metabolism; survey of the animal kingdom; animal organ systems and embryology; survey of the botanical kingdoms; seed plant structure, function, and development; behavior; evolution; and ecology.
Plant structure, function, and development are studied in this course, followed by a survey of the botanical kingdoms, stressing reproductive cycles and evolution. Laboratory slides and specimens are complemented by field work.
BY 1214 - Biology II or BY 1217 - Biological Science II .
Corequisite
BY2001L 3 hours Lecture and 3 hour Laboratory 4 Credits
BY 2003Genetics3
This course includes a study of Mendelian principles, population genetics, and the modern molecular concepts of the gene and its action. An emphasis is placed upon relating modern developments in this science to basic principles as well as applying those principles in the analysis of genetic data derived from selective breeding experiments, pedigree analyses, population studies, and studies of the molecular system that stores, transmits, and translates inherited information.
BY 1113 - Biology I or BY 1116 - Biological Science I . 3 hours Lecture 3 Credits
BY 2004Genetics Laboratory1
An introduction to classical and current molecular genetics techniques for studying reproduction and inheritance patterns in living organisms. Designed to provide the “hands-on” experience to facilitate understanding of genetic phenomena. The format is flexible to allow adequate time for the needs of the organisms and procedures. Required of biology majors. Can be scheduled anytime concurrent with or after passing Genetics. 3 hours Laboratory 1 Credit
A study of the characteristics of populations and how populations of different organisms are integrated to form natural communities. Emphasis is placed on freshwater and terrestrial ecology. The laboratory is concerned with methods used to collect and evaluate ecological data.
BY 1214 - Biology II or BY 1217 - Biological Science II .
Corequisite
BY2108L 3 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 4 Credits
BY 2223Comparative Anatomy4
This course presents a comparative study of the structure and evolution of vertebrate organ systems. The laboratory involves a detailed anatomical study of the lamprey, shark, perch, necturus, frog, turtle, pigeon, and cat.
BY 1214 - Biology II or BY 1217 - Biological Science II .
Corequisite
BY2223L 3 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 4 Credits
BY 2238Evolution
Evolution is the unifying concept of biology. Evolutionary biologists approach the field from two primary perspectives and this course intends to familiarize you with both. One perspective focuses on the process of evolution. Evolutionary biologists with this perspective ask the question of how evolution works. Evolution operates at all scales of biology from molecules to the global biosphere. To understand how genes evolve is not enough to explain how specialization happens or why mass extinctions occur. The study of process focuses us to examine evolutionary mechanisms at all scales of biology. The second perspective focuses on the patterns of evolution. The diversity of life on Earth today is the product of evolutionary history. To understand how we arrived at the diversity observable today, we need to understand what actually happened as evolutionary processes shaped the history of life. This is evolutionary pattern. We will discuss how we reconstruct that history and how e that history can be used to address biological questions that we face in a modern world. The lectures in this course will allow you to develop a deeper understanding of this uniquely important field of biology. But, perhaps more importantly, the class activities will help you develop and refine those skills necessary to becoming an effective scientists, regardless of your interests. You will digest literature, organize discussions, and prepare and deliver presentations. These skills, far more than you ability to memorize the details of our lectures, will prove valuable regardless of your career trajectory.
A review of the biology of birds, including their evolutionary history, anatomy, physiology, and, especially, their behavior. Special attention will be paid to the plight of endangered species and related conservation measures. Students will learn to identify many of the common bird species of eastern North America through slides and frequent bird walks on or near the campus. There will be up to two Saturday field trips. In addition to the textbook and field guide, binoculars will be required.
BY 1214 - Biology II or BY 1217 - Biological Science II
Corequisite
BY2240L 2 hours Lecture 3 Credits
BY 3002General Microbiology4
An introduction to microorganisms, including their classification, life processes, and ecology. Emphasis is placed on the procaryotic forms of life such as the bacteria. The laboratory involves the study of representative microorganisms as well as the demonstration and use of microbiological techniques.
CH 2220 or CH 2003 - Principles of Organic Chemistry , CH 2203 - Biochemistry and BY 1214 - Biology II or BY 1217 - Biological Science II .
Corequisite
BY3002L 3 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 4 Credits
BY 3007Entomology3
An introduction to the study of insects, focusing on their uniqueness and importance to the terrestrial biosphere. Topics include systematics, morphology, physiology, and ecology with an emphasis on adaptation. The laboratory work includes the creation of a collection of locally occurring insects and their relatives.
BY 1113 - Biology I or BY 1116 - Biological Science I .
Corequisite
BY3007L Offered Fall 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 3 Credits
BY 3105Introduction to the Biology and Ecology of Algae3
This course investigates the classification, physiology and ecology of the major algal groups. It includes practical experience with isolation of specimens from their natural habitats, culture, identification, and microscopic examination.
BY 2001 - Botany . 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 3 Credits
BY 3120Marine Biology
This course is a study of marine environments including physical, chemical and biological components. Emphasis will be placed on the diversity of marine organisms and how they have become adapted to varying conditions in different marine ecosystems, from the harsh coastal intertidal environments all the way to the deep abyssal plains. Students will learn how humans impact marine ecosystems and discuss current and projected marine environmental problems.
A study of the invertebrates with emphasis on their adaptations relating to morphology, physiology, behavior, and life history. The systematic relationships among these animals based on evolution is stressed. A collection of locally occurring invertebrBY3123ates is required for the laboratory.
BY 1214 - Biology II or BY 1217 - Biological Science II .
Corequisite
BY3123L 3 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 4 Credits
BY 3126Limnology4
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the basic biological and physical principles of limnology. Field investigations take advantage of the varied freshwater environments in the area. Plankton and benthos samples, various chemical parameters and physical data are taken in the field, evaluated in the laboratory and discussed in class to help demonstrate these principles. Thus, the student is not only exposed to theory, but also to the practical aspects of field data collection and evaluation.
BY 1214 - Biology II or BY 1217 - Biological Science II .
Corequisite
BY3126L 3 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 4 Credits
BY 3208Vertebrate Embryology4
This course covers basic development principles, emphasizing frog and chick embryos and their comparison with amphioxus and mammals. Laboratory involves a three-dimensional microscopic study of frog and chick embryos.
Biology II or Biologocial Science II and (or concurrent with) BY 2223 - Comparative Anatomy .
Corequisite
BY3208L Offered Offered in the Spring Semester of even-numbered years. 3 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 4 Credits
BY 3221Apiculture3
A study of the biology and the keeping of the honey bee. Many pertinent aspects of beekeeping, including establishment of colonies, seasonal management, bee diseases, and queen rearing are discussed in lecture and practiced in the laboratory. The College apiary and extraction facilities are utilized as an integral part of the course.
BY 1214 - Biology II or BY 1217 - Biological Science II .
Corequisite
BY3221L Offered Offered in the Spring Semester of odd-numbered years. 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 3 credits
BY 3229Immunology4
A comprehensive study of the current underlying principles of immunology (which includes an appreciation of the contributions made by genetics, cellular and molecular biology), with special emphasis placed on human and murine systems. This course is especially designed to explore both classical and modern methods of investigation and analysis, and their direct application in the examination of the step-by-step development of both humoral and cell-mediated immunity.
BY3229L Offered Offered in the fall Semester of odd numbered years. 3 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 4 Credits
BY 3250Tropical Ecology4
A study of tropical ecosystems, biodiversity and conservation. The course includes both a lecture and field excursion component. In lecture, students learn the basics of Neotropical animals, plants, and ecosystems. Students travel to Costa Rica over spring break for 10 days. Time is spent visiting tropical lowland rain forest, lower montane rain forest, cloud forest, upper montane oak forest, elfin forest, and paramo. In many cases, both secondary and primary forests are includbyed.
Topics of contemporary biological interest are presented and discussed by the students. Students are encouraged to use the principles learned in previous courses as a basis for critical discussion. Required of senior Biology majors. 1 hour Discussion 1 Credit
In this course the systems of the human body are examined at the cellular, tissue, and organ levels from a functional perspective. General physiological principles and relationships, rather than clinical aspects of physiology, are emphasized. With the exception of exercises on neurophysiology and muscle physiology, students serve as experimental subjects in the laboratory.
Biology II or Biological Science II and BY 2223 - Comparative Anatomy .
Corequisite
BY4132L 3 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 4 Credits
BY 4152Selected Topics I1
Special projects are undertaken to meet individual needs of students in the biological field of major interest, as arranged with a member of the departmental faculty and with the approval of chairperson of the department. Electives for Biology juniors and seniors. 3 hours scientific effort and conference each 1 credit
This course emphasizes a molecular understanding of cell structure and function, in relation to cell, organ and organism physiology in health and disease. The molecular basis of protein function is explored, and the biophysical basis of cellular reactions is developed. Subcellular and extracellular macromolecular structure and dynamics are investigated in relation to their physiological function. Signaling pathways are investigated and explored in relation to their role in development, health and disease. 4.00
This course focuses on the design and application of the most commonly used quantitative methods in field ecology. Students will become familiar with the methods necessary to design experiments, analyze data, present results, and understand how to read and critique scientific publications. Topics discussed are applicable to most areas of field ecology, covering descriptive statistics, graphical representation, and the most common parametric and non-parametric tests used in field research. Students will be introduced to the statistical computing free-ware ‘R.’
This course emphasizes the study of the microanatomy of mammalian organ systems with particular attention to humans. The structure and function of cellular and tissue components is a primary focus, and their relationship to organ and system functions is explored. The laboratory section includes the examination of cell and tissue components, and students are exposed to current histological techniques.
Biology II or Biological Science II, BY 2223 - Comparative Anatomy or AS 3118 - Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Corequisite
BY4218L 3 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 4 Credits
BY 4250Virology4
This course will introduce students to the field of virology. Upon completion of the course, the student should have a basic understanding of the general structure and molecular biology of viruses, the classification of viruses, the interaction of viruses with their host cells and viral diseases.
BY 2003 - Genetics and BY 3002 - General Microbiology .
Corequisite
BY4250L Offered Offered in the Spring Semester 3 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 4 Credits
BY 4253Selected Topics II1
Special projects are undertaken to meet individual needs of students in the biological field of major interest, as arranged with a member of the departmental faculty and with the approval of chairperson of the department. Electives for Biology juniors and seniors. 3 hours scientific effort and conference each 1 credit
This course features an examination of physiological and associated anatomical adaptations in selected invertebrates and vertebrates living in a variety of aquatic and terrestrial environments.
BY4257L Offered Offered in the Spring Semester of odd-numbered years. 3 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory 4 Credits
BY 4258Histology
This course emphasizes the microanatomical study of mammalian organ systems with a focus on humans. The structure and function of cellular and tissue components is a primary focus and their relationship to organ and organ system function is explored. The laboratory activities include histochemical staining of tissues, and the examination of subcellular, cellular and tissue structures in relation to physiological function in health an disease. Students who successfully complete this course will be well prepared for Professional and Graduate School or careers in the Biomedical Sciences.
