11 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 1000Introduction
to Biology I (4CR) (3L, 3LB) A study of the cell as the unit of life, the chemistry of life, and an overview of the functioning of organs and organ systems of vertebrates. General biological principles such as genetics, homeostasis, and structure/function relationships are emphasized. This course is appropriate for biology and biology-related majors, especially those pursuing health- related degrees such as nursing, medical technology, occupational therapy, physical 176 therapy, etc. It also fulfills the laboratory science requirements of such majors as education, social and behavioral sciences, humanistic studies, English, etc. Biology at the high school level is desirable but not required.
Biology I (4CR) (3L, 3LB) [E] Fundamental concepts including basic chemistry, cell structures and functions, tissues, energy reactions, genetics, molecular biology, population dynamics, and evolutionary theory. Designed for life science majors and pre-professional life science curricula. It is anticipated that students have had one year of high school biology.
Biology (4CR) (3L, 3LB) This course addresses the evolution, anatomy, physiology and ecology of animals. It is intended as a continuation of BIOL 1010, generally for students majoring in the sciences. BIOL 1010
Fungal Biology (4CR) (3L, 3LB) An introduction to the principles of botany and mycology. Topics discussed include cell structure, anatomy, diversity, taxonomy, physiology, reproduction, genetics, evolution, and ecology of plants and fungi. 1010, or equivalent.
Field Science (3CR) (3L) A field approach to the ecology, natural history and politics of Yellowstone National Park. Students spend a hiking- intensive week and write about the experience under the guidance of an English instructor (ENGL 2055). Concentration will be on plant and animal identification, natural history, and interactions with each other and their environment. Political issues in Yellowstone, i.e., snowmobiles, bison migration and wolf restoration will be discussed.
A class to prepare potential future professional wildlife biologists. We will cover wildlife techniques and methods used in both the field and the laboratory, including research and experimental design, capturing and handling wild animals (birds, mammals, and herpetofauna), techniques for marking wildlife, aging birds and mammals, radiotelemetry, and more. This course is meant to provide practical information on methodology that would better prepare students for wildlife jobs. There will be a strong emphasis on hands on learning opportunities through labs and field trips.
and Environmental Ethics (3CR) (3L) This course will examine ethical issues related to medicine, biology technology and the natural environment. During the first half of the course, ethical theory is introduced, and the class will read, discuss and debate material on medical and technological issues such as defining life, abortion, euthanasia, biomedical research, genetic engineering and speciesism. The second half of the course will be devoted to issues such as animal rights, land ethics, crop engineering and the value of wilderness and biodiversity. Much class time is devoted to debate and discussion. College biology recommended.
Ecology (3CR) (6LB) Tropical Ecology utilizes on-site instruction to introduce students to the fundamental principles of tropical biology, the natural history of important tropical plants and animals, and their conservation. Students will be introduced to a variety of habitats, depending on the country visited. Field orientation at each site visited includes identification of plants and animals and general ecology and natural history, area management, history and cultural considerations necessary for conservation and research in the tropics. Financial assistance may be available for interested and qualified students. BIOL 1010, and permission of the instructor. Students must complete an application form, available from the instructor.
Ecology (3CR) (3L) [E] An introduction to the principles of ecology. Topics stressed include ecosystems, communities, populations, succession, aquatic and terrestrial habitats, natural selection, abiotic interactions, and speciation. 1010 or equivalent. Cross-listed: LIFE 2400
I (2CR) (5LB) [E] A field and laboratory course to introduce research methods in general ecology. Includes required field trips. permission of the instructor. Cross-listed: LIFE 2410
Problems in Biology (1- 3L)(1-3CR) (Max. 3) A comprehensive research study is required. Upon completing the project, the student should present a paper and oral seminar to a committee selected by the project instructor. The problem and amount of credit received
