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57 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 10101011 - Introductory Biology I and Laboratory4

(Formerly BIO 1010, 1011). An interdisciplinary course for non-science majors involving the principles of mathematics, chemistry, physics and biology. The objective of the course is to integrate the areas as they are related to living organisms. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 10121013 - Honors Introductory Biology I and Laboratory4

(Formerly BIO 1012, 1013). Honors version of BIOL 1010, 1011 , BIOL 1020, 1021 . Courses limited to students in University Honors Program.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 10201021 - Introductory Biology II and Laboratory4

(Formerly BIO 1020, 1021). An interdisciplinary course for non-science majors involving the principles of mathematics, chemistry, physics and biology. The objective of the course is to integrate the areas as they are related to living organisms. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 10221023 - Honors Introductory Biology II and Laboratory4

(Formerly BIO 1022, 1023). Honors version of BIOL 1010, 1011 , BIOL 1020, 1021 . Courses limited to students in University Honors Program.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 11101111 - General Biology I and Laboratory4

A general biology course for science majors that covers structure, function, and life characteristics of organisms. The objective of the course is to provide students a survey of living organisms and the processes required for life.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 11121113 - Honors General Biology I and Laboratory4

(Formerly BIO 1032, 1033). Honors version of BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 . Course limited to students in University Honors Program.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 11201121 - General Biology II and Laboratory4

(Formerly BIO 1120, 1121). A general biology course for science majors that covers structure, function, and life characteristics of organisms. The objective of the course is to provide students a survey of living organisms and the processes required for life.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 11221123 - Honors General Biology II and Laboratory4

(Formerly BIO 1042, 1043). Honors version of BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 . Course limited to students in University Honors Program.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 21102111 - Cell Biology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 .
BIOL 21202121 - Principles of Genetics and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 .
BIOL 22102211 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Laboratory4

(Formerly BIO 221, 221L). The fundamentals of the structure, function, and organization of the organ systems of man. These courses should be taken in sequence.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 22202221 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II and Laboratory4

(Formerly BIO 222, 222L). The fundamentals of the structure, function, and organization of the organ systems of man. These courses should be taken in sequence.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 24002401 - Principles of Microbiology and Laboratory4

Identification, culture, sterilization, and disinfectant procedures employed in studying certain microorganisms. Open to majors in Family and Consumer Sciences, HPER, and Nursing.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 3000Biology Upper Division Elective3-4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 30103011 - Earth and Space Science and Laboratory3

(Formerly BIO 301, 301L). An integrated study of earth and space sciences, including a study of the shape, structure, composition, motions, and atmosphere of the earth. Topics include an examination of the effect of weathering and erosion on the lithosphere and concerns for our environment. Consideration will be given to space exploration, including stars, space, and time. Two lecture periods and one two-hour laboratory per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 3110Biometrics3
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
MATH 1720 , BIOL 2110, 2111 , BIOL 2120, 2121 , or their equivalents.
BIOL 32003201 - Comparative Physiology and Laboratory4

(Formerly BIO 320, 320L). Introduces the concepts of physiology, including topics from cellular and animal physiology.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
Successful completion of BIOL 2120, 2121 ; CHEM 211-211L and/or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 212-212L and PHY 212-212L.
BIOL 32103211 - Mammalian Physiology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 and CHEM 1110 , CHEM 1120 , or equivalents.
BIOL 32403241 - Comparative Anatomy and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 .
BIOL 33003301 - Plant Morphology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 , BIOL 2120, 2121 , BIOL 4110, 4111 .
BIOL 33203321 - General Botany and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 2110, 2111 , BIOL 2120, 2121 .
BIOL 34003401 - Introduction to Microbial Physiology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 3410, 3411 or CHEM 211, 211L concurrently.
BIOL 34103411 - Principles of General Bacteriology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 2110, 2111 , BIOL 2120, 2121 ; CHEM 1110 , CHEM 1120 .
BIOL 3420General Microbiology and Laboratory 4

BIOL3420/3421 (4) General Microbiology and General Microbiology Lab will be offered year round (SPRING/FALL) for all science majors. While general microbiology is an exceptionally broad discipline, this course will provide the fundamentals of all major groups of microorganisms (viruses, bacteria, fungi, algae and protozoans). The lecture component of the course will focus on; structure and function of microbes (cellular structures, metabolism, and growth), proper handling of microorganisms, microbial genetics, microbial ecology, microbial diversity, and clinical microbiology with regards to pathogen identification (immunity, epidemiology, control of microbes, and diseases). The laboratory component will be scheduled to coincide with the lecture material so that lecture concepts will be enhanced. During lab period students will be exposed to key microbial biotechnology techniques such as, PCR, gel electrophoresis, restriction enzyme cloning, microscopy, and biochemical assays. 2 lecture classes per week (1.5 hr each), 1 lab class per week (3 hr)

Subject
BIOL
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
General Biology I and Lab (BIOL1110/BIOL1111) or General Biology II and Lab (BIOL1120/1121) is required to have been completed with a grade of “C” or better, before registering for this course.
Corequisite
Students enrolled in General Microbiology BIOL3420, must also be enrolled in BIOL3421 General Microbiology Lab the same semester. $35 Lab Fee Yes FALL/SPRING CIP 18.26.0101.00
BIOL 3710Methods of Teaching Biology3

(Formerly BIO 371). A course designed to explore methods and techniques for teaching biology in the secondary school. It offers opportunities for locating sources of biological materials, supplies, and equipment for the biology laboratory and gives guidance in the selection of books, journals, and other printed materials that support academic programs in secondary school biology. A field component of at least 24 hours of varied clinical experiences, classroom observation, active participation, and other related activities in clinical and/or in school settings is required. Required of all Biology majors seeking secondary certification in Biology.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
Official admission to the Teacher Education Program.
BIOL 3920Scientific Communication4

(Formerly BIO 392). Course designed to improve written, oral, and quantitative skills necessary to enhance career development in the sciences.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 4100Special Topics3

(Formerly BIO 410). Student-and faculty-generated course.Scope of subject matter is determined by students and instructor.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
12 hours upper-level Biology or permission of instructor. (Elective)
BIOL 41104111 - Molecular Genetics and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 2110, 2111 , BIOL 2120, 2121 .
BIOL 41124113 - Bioinformatics and Laboratory4

upon successful completion of this course, student will be able to (1) retrieve specific DNA and protein sequence, (2) identify experimental sequences through GenBank database similarity search, (3) extract functional information for DNA and protein sequences from public database, (4) perform multiple sequences alignment and phylogenetic analysis, (5) describe to a reasonable accuracy the theoretical bases for these operations, (6) write scripts to perform computational functions.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 41204121 - Principles of Ecology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 , BIOL 2120, 2121 , BIOL 4110, 4111 .
BIOL 4130Contemporary Problems in Ecology I3

(Formerly BIO 413). A study of some of the contemporary problems constituting the environmental crisis, the hazards comprising such problems, and the complexity affecting their resolutions. (Elective)

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 4140Contemporary Problems in Ecology II3

(Formerly BIO 414). A study of some of the contemporary problems constituting the environmental crisis, the hazards comprising such problems, and the complexity affecting their resolutions. (Elective)

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 41504151 - Microtechnique and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 , BIOL 2120, 2121 and CHEM 1110 , CHEM 1120 .
BIOL 4160Evolution3
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 .
BIOL 4170Senior Seminar I1

(Formerly BIO 417). Current problems in biology. A minimum of one semester required of all seniors in the Department. Meets one hour per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 4180Senior Seminar II1

(Formerly BIO 418). Current problems in biology. A minimum of one semester required of all seniors in the Department. Meets one hour per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 4190Junior Honors Research3

(Formerly BIO 419). Open to juniors and seniors of outstanding attainment who have demonstrated high achievements in their major field. It offers opportunity to do individual research under the direction of a member of the Department faculty. (Elective)

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 42004201 - Invertebrate Zoology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 , BIOL 2120, 2121 . (Elective)
BIOL 42104211 - Embryology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 3240, 3241 are strongly recommended.
BIOL 42204221 - Endocrinology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 4210, 4211 . (Elective)
BIOL 42304231 - Histology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 , BIOL 2120, 2121 , BIOL 4110, 4111 . (Elective)
BIOL 42404241 - Introduction to Parasitology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 , BIOL 2120, 2121 . (Elective)
BIOL 42604261 - Field Zoology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 , BIOL 2120, 2121 . (Elective)
BIOL 42704271 - Physiology and Pathophysiology I and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 or BIOL 2110, 2111 , BIOL 2120, 2121 and CHEM 211, 211L.
BIOL 42724273 - Physiology and Pathophysiology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 or BIOL 2210, 2211 , BIOL 2220, 2221 and CHEM 1110 .
BIOL 42804281 - Physiology and Pathophysiology II and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 or BIOL 2210, 2211 , BIOL 2220, 2221 and CHEM 211, 211L.
BIOL 4290Human Gross Anatomy and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Corequisite
BIOL 4291 Human Gross Anatomy Laboratory $35.00 Yes Fall/Spring CIP 18.26.0101.00
BIOL 43004301 - Introduction to Plant Physiology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 3320, 3321 and CHEM 1110 , CHEM 1120 .
BIOL 43204321 - Field Botany and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 3320, 3321 . (Elective)
BIOL 44004401 - Pathogenic Microorganisms and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 3410, 3411 .
BIOL 44104411 - Immunology and Serology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 3410, 3411 . (Elective)
BIOL 44204421 - Virology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 3410, 3411 . (Elective)
BIOL 4724Student Teaching9

(Formerly BIO 427S). A semester-long experience of supervised practice teaching, appropriately divided between middle school and high school. Required of all students seeking certification in the teaching of biology.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
9
Credits (max)
9
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
Successful completion of all certification courses except EDCI 470A, which is taken concurrently.
Corequisite
EDCI 470A
BIOL 49004901 - Cell Physiology and Laboratory4
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 , CHEM 1110 , CHEM 1120 .
BIOL 4911Modern Scientific Methods3
Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 4900, 4901 .
BIOL 4920Honors Undergraduate Research4

(Formerly BIO 492). Intramural and extramural biomedical research experiences.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu
BIOL 4930Current Biomedical Topics0

(Formerly BIO 493). Training in critical analysis and oral presentations of current journal publications in selected biomedical fields. Ethical issues including plagiarism, falsification, fabrication, and misconduct in research are discussed. All MARC Trainees must register in this course each semester.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026 - 2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.tnstate.edu

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