49 courses with the subject BIO, 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.
Credit(s) 3 An introduction to the biochemical, cellular, genetic, ecological, and evolutionary principles fundamental to all of biology. Prerequisite/Corequisite MTH 1010 or higher, ENG 1010 or higher, or permission of instructor.
Credit(s) 1 An introduction to the laboratory methods and techniques necessary to understand the fundamental principles of biology.
Credit(s) 3 An introduction to the diversity of living organisms with an emphasis on their interrelationships and the ways in which they have solved problems common to all life forms, past and present. Prerequisites ENG 1010 and MTH 1010
Credit(s) 1 An introduction to the diversity of living organisms with an emphasis on the diagnostic characteristics of major groups of organisms and evolutionary patterns visible throughout these groups.
Credit(s) 3 An introduction to the basic mechanisms used by plants and animals to maintain homeostasis. Prerequisites ENG 1010 and MTH 1010
Credit(s) 1 Students will perform laboratory exercises that illustrate the mechanisms by which plants and animals maintain homeostasis.
Credit(s) 3 A bridging course that expands upon fundamental concepts of cell structure and function introduced in BIO 1010 and provides the background necessary for a range of courses at the 3000 level. Three lecture hours. Prerequisites BIO 1010
Credit(s) 3 An introduction to core technologies utilized in the biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry laboratories. Students will gain hands-on training in experimental design, deployment, and interpretation of results from a wide variety of techniques. One lecture hour and six laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites CHM 1020 / CHM 1021 and either BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 or BIO 1020 / BIO 1021 or BIO 1030 / BIO 1031
Credit(s) 3 An introduction to biostatistical concepts and methods commonly encountered in biology. The course will cover basic descriptive statistics as well as experimental design and techniques for testing hypotheses (e.g. analysis of variance/covariance, regression analysis, and nonparametric statistics). Prerequisites BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 and BIO 1020 / BIO 1021 or BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 and BIO 1030 / BIO 1031 or BIO 1021 / BIO 1021 and BIO 1030 / BIO 1031
Credit(s) 4 An introduction to major ecological patterns and processes, including the structure, function, and regulation of populations, communities, and ecosystems. Prerequisites BIO 1020 / BIO 1021 and either BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 or BIO 1030 / BIO 1031
Credit(s) 3 This course is an introduction to the conceptual foundations of evolution. This course will cover topics such as systematics, phylogenetics, the fossil record, the evolution of biodiversity, genetic drift, natural selection, adaptation, species concepts, and speciation. Prerequisites BIO 1020 / BIO 1021 and either BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 or BIO 1030 / BIO 1031
Credit(s) 3 An introduction to principles of anatomy and physiology for students intending to complete the Nursing program. This is the first semester of a two-semester sequence to give students an understanding of human form (anatomy) and function (physiology). Students will learn anatomy and physiology using a systems approach. Topics include anatomical terminology, cell biology, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. The course will have a common theme of homeostasis. Prerequisites BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 or BIO 1030 / BIO 1031
Credit(s) 1 Students enrolled in this laboratory can expect a general overview of the systems and structure of the human body. Students are guided through the organized functions of the human body via human models, computerized tutorials, dissections and microscopy. Areas include anatomical terminology, microscopy, biochemistry, cell membrane diffusion, cell morphology, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscle structure and function/joints, and brain anatomy.
Credit(s) 3 An introduction to principles of anatomy and physiology for students intending to complete the Nursing program. This is the second semester a two-semester course sequence to give students an understanding of human form (anatomy) and function (physiology). Students will learn anatomy and physiology using a systems approach. Topics include the structure and function of the endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. The course will have a common theme of homeostasis. Prerequisites BIO 2310
Credit(s) 1 Students enrolled in BIO 2321 can expect a general overview of the systems and structure of the human body. Students are guided through the organized functions of the human body via human models, computerized tutorials dissections and microscopy. Areas include the endocrine system, immunohematology, cardiac/circulatory system, immunity, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system. Prerequisites BIO 2310
Credit(s) 3 A study of the basic mechanisms used by all cells to monitor and respond appropriately to their environment. Topics to be covered include cell adhesion molecules and cell trafficking, hormones and ligand-receptor interactions, signal transduction, transport across cell membranes and trafficking of intracellular components. Prerequisites BIO 2010
Credit(s) 4 An examination of digestion and molecular transport of materials, excretion, muscle activity, gas exchange, endocrine mechanisms, and neural mechanisms responsible for maintaining organismal homeostasis. In addition, how these homeostatic mechanisms relate to an organism’s ecology and evolution will be discussed. Prerequisites BIO 2010 and BIO 2015
Credit(s) 4 A course dealing with structural, biochemical and physiological characteristics of cell function in photosynthetic organisms. Special emphasis will be placed on cell walls, nutrient metabolism, photosynthesis, growth regulation, and totipotency. The laboratory portion of the class will stress the practical manipulation of plant cell function. Prerequisites BIO 2010
Credit(s) 3 A comparative analysis of invertebrate and vertebrate embryonic development. Topics include: gametogenesis, fertilization, gastrulation, morphogenesis and pattern formation. Emphasis will be placed on the molecular, cellular and genetic basis for the developmental processes. Prerequisites BIO 2010, BIO 2015, and BIO 3600
Credit(s) 3 Basic principles of antigen-antibody reactions and their application to disease diagnosis. Prerequisites BIO 2010
Credit(s) 4 An introduction to morphological and physiological characteristics of bacteria, fungi, viruses and rickettsia. Special emphasis on medically important microbes, disease production, disease treatment, and disease transmission. Prerequisites BIO 1010 and BIO 1020 and BIO 1030
Credit(s) 4 The Appalachian-Blue Ridge Forests ecoregion represents one of the world’s richest temperate broadleaf forests in floral diversity. This field oriented course will explore the diversity of plants in the region to study basic plant identification and collection techniques, plant anatomy and ecology, and to learn the ethnobotanical uses of local plants. At least one weekend field trip will be required. Prerequisites BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 and BIO 1020 / BIO 1021 or BIO 1030 / BIO 1031
Credit(s) 4 A survey of the evolution and natural history of the vertebrates. Prerequisites BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 and BIO 1020 / BIO 1021 or BIO 1030 / BIO 1031
Credit(s) 4 A taxonomic survey of the invertebrate phyla emphasizing diversity, and key anatomical, physiological, embryological and ecological features. Special emphasis will be placed on local invertebrate taxa. Prerequisites BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 and BIO 1020 / BIO 1021 or BIO 1030 / BIO 1031
Credit(s) 3 This course emphasizes the biology, diversity and ecology of insects. We will also cover key anatomical and physiological features and the numerous ways insects impact humans. Prerequisites BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 and BIO 1020 / BIO 1021
Credit(s) 4 A survey of the animal kingdom, paying special attention to pathogenic species. Life cycles are examined to emphasize the intimate relationship between parasite, host, and intermediate host. Etiology, morbidity, mortality and treatment of human parasitic infections are discussed. Prerequisites BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 and BIO 1020 / BIO 1021 or BIO 1030 / BIO 1031
Credit(s) 4 An introduction to the structure, function, and evolutionary diversity of plants, and the application of botanical principles to ecology, conservation, biotechnology, and society. Prerequisites BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 and BIO 1020 / BIO 1021 or BIO 1030 / BIO 1031
Credit(s) 3 An introduction to the theoretical and applied aspects of the preservation of biological diversity. The emphasis will be on the ecological and evolutionary background to species and habitat conservation, current threats to biodiversity, and evaluation of conservation efforts. Special emphasis will be placed upon the understanding and discussing of the current primary literature in this discipline. Prerequisites BIO 2040 or BIO 2050
Credit(s) 4 This course is intended to familiarize students with basic principles regarding ecological diversity, form, and function in amphibian and reptile taxa. Students will learn these topics using an evolutionary approach which places herpetofaunal diversity within a historical context. Although this course is global in taxonomic scope, special emphasis will be placed on local Appalachian herpetofauna, given the region’s position as a global hotspot of amphibian diversity. The laboratory portion of this course will include examination of both prepared and live herpetofaunal specimens. Prerequisites BIO 2040
Credit(s) 4 An introduction to prokaryotic and eukaryotic microbiology, biochemistry, and bacterial physiology of concern to environmental science. Focuses on interrelationships between microorganisms and the environment, including soil, aquatic, air, and extreme environments. Three class and three laboratory hours. Prerequisites BIO 1020 / BIO 1021 and either BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 or BIO 1030
Credit(s) 3 An introductory study of the geology, climate, soil, flora and fauna of the Appalachian range, with emphasis on Virginia. Prerequisites BIO 1010 / BIO 1011 and BIO 1020 / BIO 1021 or BIO 1030 / BIO 1031 . Eight hours of biology or permission of instructor.
Credit(s) 4 A comparative study of prokaryotic and eukaryotic genetics. Both Mendelian and molecular genetics will be discussed, with an emphasis on the current knowledge of the molecular nature of genes, their roles in controlling the development and function of organisms, their inheritance and evolution. In the lab students conduct actual research into the genes regulating the development and/or function of a model organism, as well as learn current research strategies and bioinformatic analysis tools. Prerequisites BIO 2010 and BIO 2015
Credit(s) 3 An examination of the ethical dimension of topical issues in biomedical science. Topics are chosen based on current events and student interest. Prerequisites BIO 1020
Credit(s) 6 Students can obtain information from the Department Chair.
Credit(s) 6 Students can obtain information from the Department Chair.
Credit(s) 3 A study of the basic structure and function of viruses. Emphasis will be placed on mechanisms for cell invasion, viral replication, and pathogenesis. Prerequisites BIO 2010
Credit(s) 3 An introduction to the concepts and principles of toxicology as they apply to humans and environmental health. The course discusses the fate and behavior of chemicals in the environment and the effects of pollutants on ecosystems. It defines the principles underlying the interactions of environmental chemicals with the biological systems, emphasizing chemical distribution, cellular penetration, biotransformation and elimination. Special attention to the genetic basis of toxicity by environmental agents will be given. In addition, monitoring exposure, toxicity testing, and risk assessment are discussed. Prerequisites BIO 1010 and CHM 1020
Credit(s) 16 Required of all students in the Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science Program. Clinical training at a CAHEA-accredited (Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation) school of medical technology/clinical laboratory science. A twelve-month course of study involving lecture and clinical experience. Subjects include clinical chemistry and instrumentation, microbiology, hematology, immunohematology, immunology and serology, coagulation, genetics, urinalysis, and nuclear medicine.
Credit(s) 16 Required of all students in the Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science Program. Clinical training at a CAHEA-accredited (Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation) school of medical technology/clinical laboratory science. A twelve-month course of study involving lecture and clinical experience. Subjects include clinical chemistry and instrumentation, microbiology, hematology, immunohematology, immunology and serology, coagulation, genetics, urinalysis, and nuclear medicine.
Credit(s) 3 This course investigates the sources, biochemistry, and pharmacology of plant-derived pharmaceutical drugs and herbal medicines. Students will apply this knowledge in the context of medical consultations and safety precautions, such as potential drug interactions. A broader perspective will be fostered by analyzing the importance of medicinal plants in a global framework, synthesizing the ethnobotany, conservation, and ethical implications of these medicinal resources. There will also be a brief field component to the course, exploring local Appalachian medicinal plants. Prerequisites CHM 2410
Credit(s) 1 The professional internship provides students with an opportunity to work with and learn from professionals in an off-campus setting. Individuals participating in the internship must submit a contract clearly stating the expectations of the student, the off-campus mentor, and a sponsoring biology professor. Copies of the contract may be obtained in the Natural Sciences office. A minimum of 150 hours of work is required for one credit hour. The professional internship does NOT include shadowing experiences. Prerequisites Permission of Instructor
Credit(s) 1 Three hours of work per week in laboratory preparation and instruction for biology laboratories taught at UVa Wise, under the direction of a faculty/staff member. Goals are to foster independent work habits and responsibility in a laboratory setting for majors in biology or related fields. Prerequisites Permission of Instructor
Credit(s) 6 Students can obtain information from the Department Chair.
Credit(s) 6 Students can obtain information from the Department Chair.
Credit(s) 3 This course provides intensive instruction in the use of laboratory and/or field equipment for students interested in pursuing careers in biology. This course is designed both for those who plan to undertake honors research in their third/fourth years as well as those who want some practical research experience. Various methodological approaches (both current and historical) will be used in a process of scientific investigation. A current faculty mentor must approve any planned research prior to registration and a departmental research contract must be completed. This course is an addition to and not a substitution for any portion of the major requirement in biology.
Credit(s) 3 Special Topics in Biology
Credit(s) 1-3 Independent Study in Biology
Credit(s) 1 An introduction to communication strategies employed by professionals in the biological sciences. Students will learn how to research, identify, and consume peer-reviewed scientific literature in the biological sciences. Students will develop written professional documents such as curriculum vitae, cover letters, and personal statements. Students will develop oral presentation skills through mock interviews and a formal public presentation on biological topics using appropriate technology. Prerequisites 9 credit hours at 3000-level or above
Credit(s) 1 Students will develop and defend a grant application on an appropriate topic in the biological sciences. Students will perform an extensive literature review, and write a grant application in a format appropriate to the discipline. Students will give an oral defense of the written document in a formal public presentation using appropriate technology. Prerequisites BIO 4980
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