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BIOLOGY
COURSES (BIO)
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BIO |
1100 |
Principles of Biology (3) |
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Biological principles
including chemistry of life, cell structure and function, bioenergetics,
cell reproduction, heredity, and ecology. Credit for this course cannot be
applied toward any curriculum in biology.
Co-requisite: BIO L100. |
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BIO |
L100 |
Principles of Biology Lab (1-2) |
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Measurements, microscopy,
ecology, cell structure, bioenergetics, cell reproduction, and heredity.
Co-requisite: BIO 1100. |
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BIO |
1101 |
Organismal Biology (3) |
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Biological concepts and life processes of protists, fungi,
plants, and animals.
Prerequisites: BIO 1100, L100.
Co-requisite: BIO L101. |
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BIO |
L101 |
Organismal Biology Lab (1-2) |
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Survey of organisms from
selected phyla, including anatomy, phylogeny, and life histories.
Prerequisites: BIO 1100, L100.
Co-requisite: BIO 1101. |
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BIO |
1110 |
Survey of the Human Body (3) |
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Biological principles
related to the role of humans in an ecosystem, with emphasis on the
structure and function of the human body. Credit for this course cannot be
applied toward any curriculum in biology.
Co-requisite: BIO L110. |
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BIO |
L110 |
Survey of the Human Body Lab (1-2) |
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Human physiology and the
role that humans play in the biosphere. Credit for this course cannot be
applied toward any curriculum in biology.
Co-requisite: BIO 1110. |
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BIO |
2202 |
Principles of Environmental Science (3) |
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The consequences of human
activities on the environment, emphasizing current global problems, social
attitudes, and potential solutions.
Prerequisites: BIO 1100, L100. Co-requisite: BIO L202. |
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BIO |
L202 |
Principles of Environmental Science Lab (1-3) |
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Laboratory and
field-oriented experiences designed to enhance understanding of
environmental concepts and issues.
Prerequisites: BIO 1100, L100. Co-requisite: BIO 2202. |
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BIO |
2205 |
Career Opportunities in Medicine and
Allied Health Professions (1) |
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An introduction to medicine and allied health professions,
including academic requirements, job opportunities, and future
trends. Professionals from different fields will discuss
their specialties to provide students with realistic perspectives. |
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BIO |
2229 |
General Ecology (3) |
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The relationships of living
organisms to one another and to the nonliving environment. Basic
ecological concepts with the emphasis on bioenergetics, limiting factors,
adaptation to a changing environment, the niche, ecological pyramids, and
succession.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101
and CHM 1143, L143. Co-requisite: BIO L229. |
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BIO |
L229 |
General Ecology Lab (1-3)
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Introduction to the
terminology, procedures and equipment for sampling biotic and abiotic
components of ecosystems, the functional and dynamic features of ecosystems,
and biotic interactions.
Prerequisites:
BIO 1101, L101 and CHM 1143, L143. Co-requisite: BIO 2229. |
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BIO |
3307 |
Invertebrate Zoology (3) |
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Major and minor phyla of
invertebrates with emphasis on anatomy, classification, life histories, and
phylogeny.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101.
Co-requisite: BIO L307. |
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BIO |
L307 |
Invertebrate Zoology Lab (1-3) |
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Anatomy, classification,
and life histories of invertebrates.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101.
Co-requisite: BIO 3307. |
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BIO |
3308 |
Vertebrate Zoology (3) |
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Taxonomy, structure, life
histories, behavior, and distribution of vertebrates.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101.
Co-requisite: BIO L308. |
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BIO |
L308 |
Vertebrate Zoology Lab (1-3) |
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Taxonomy, structure, life
histories, and behavior of vertebrates.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101. Co-requisite: BIO 3308. |
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BIO |
3320 |
Genetics (3) |
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Principles of heredity,
from basic Mendelian concepts through molecular genetics.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101, 2229, L229,
CHM 1143, L143, MTH 1112 or equivalent and MTH 2210 or equivalent, or
permission of chair. Co-requisite: BIO L320. |
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BIO |
L320 |
Genetics Lab (1-3) |
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Basic laboratory techniques
in genetics, including the genetics of common laboratory organisms. Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101, 2229, L229,
CHM 1143, L143, MTH 1112 or equivalent and MTH 2210 or equivalent, or
permission of chair. Co-requisite: BIO 3320. |
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BIO |
3325 |
Plant Form and Function (3) |
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The development, structure,
and function of plant tissues and organs. Primary emphasis on anatomical,
morphological, and physiological features of angiosperms.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101.
Co-requisite: BIO L325. |
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BIO |
L325 |
Plant Form and Function Lab (1-3) |
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The development, structure,
and function of plant tissues and organs, with the primary emphasis on
structures. Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101. Co-requisite: BIO 3325. |
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BIO |
3326 |
Plant Diversity (3) |
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Taxonomy, structures, reproduction, and life cycles of fungi, algae,
bryophytes, and vascular plants.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101. Co-requisite: BIO L326. |
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BIO |
L326 |
Plant Diversity Lab (1-3) |
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Taxonomy, structures, reproduction, and life cycles of fungi,
algae, bryophytes, and vascular plants.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101. Co-requisite:
BIO 3326. |
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BIO |
3347 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology I (3) |
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Anatomical terminology, a
survey of cell types and tissues, and detailed coverage of the
integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems of humans.
Prerequisites: BIO 1100, L100 or BIO 1110,
L110 and CHM 1142, L142 or CHM 1115, L115. Co-requisite: BIO L347. |
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BIO |
L347 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab (1-3) |
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Anatomical terminology, a
survey of cell types and tissues, and detailed coverage of the
integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems of humans.
Prerequisites: BIO 1100, L100 or BIO 1110,
L110 and CHM 1142, L142 or CHM 1115, L115. Co-requisite: BIO 3347. |
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BIO |
3348 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II (3) |
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The endocrine,
cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive
systems of humans.
Prerequisites: BIO
3347, L347. Co-requisite: BIO L348. |
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BIO |
L348 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab (1-3) |
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The endocrine,
cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive
systems of humans.
Prerequisites: BIO
3347, L347. Co-requisite: BIO 3348. |
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BIO |
3372 |
Microbiology (3) |
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Fundamentals of
microbiology including historical perspectives, anatomy and growth of
bacteria, microbial metabolism, diseases caused by them, and
interrelationships of microorganisms with the environment.
Prerequisites: BIO 1100, L100 or 1110,
L110 and CHM 1142, L142 or 1115, L115. Co-requisite: BIO L372.
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BIO |
L372 |
Microbiology Lab (1-3) |
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Fundamentals of microscopy,
sterile techniques, staining procedures, isolation techniques,
identification of unknowns, and biochemical tests.
Prerequisites: BIO 1100, L100 or 1110,
L110 and CHM 1142, L142 or 1115, L115. Co-requisite: BIO 3372. |
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BIO |
3382 |
Immunology (3) |
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The cellular and humoral
system involved in the host response and immunity of organisms to foreign
substances. Mechanisms of humoral immunity, cellular immunity, and
hypersensitivities.
Prerequisites: BIO
3372, L372, CHM 3342, L342. Co-requisite: BIO L382. |
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BIO |
L382 |
Immunology Lab (1-3) |
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Analysis of immunological
techniques used in research and clinical settings.
Prerequisites: BIO 3372, L372, CHM 3342,
L342. Co-requisite: BIO 3382. |
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BIO |
3386 |
Hematology (3) |
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The study of blood cells
and blood-forming organs under normal and diseased states.
Prerequisites: BIO 3320, L320, 3372, L372,
CHM 3342, L342. Co-requisite: BIO L386. |
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BIO |
L386 |
Hematology Lab (1-3) |
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Cytological and
instrumental analyses of blood cells and blood forming organs.
Hematological analysis of normal and diseased states. Introduction to
blood-banking procedures. Prerequisites:
BIO 3320, L320, 3372, L372, CHM 3342, L342. Co-requisite: BIO 3386. |
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BIO |
4402 |
Spring Flora (4-7) |
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Survey of vascular plants
from different habitats in southeast Alabama. Principles of plant taxonomy,
including history and systems of classification and nomenclature, the use of
dichotomous keys, and general herbarium techniques. Emphasis is placed on
plant identification and habitat types.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101, 2229, L229. |
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BIO |
4405 |
Entomology (3) |
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Orders of insects with the
emphasis on morphology, taxonomy, and life cycles.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101.
Co-requisite: BIO L405. |
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BIO |
L405 |
Entomology Lab (1-3) |
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Morphology, classification,
and identification of insects. A collection is required.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101.
Co-requisite: BIO 4405. |
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BIO |
4410 |
Animal Behavior (3) |
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Classical and current
concepts of animal behavior including individual and social behavioral
patterns. Prerequisites: BIO 3320, L320.
Co-requisite: BIO L410. |
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BIO |
L410 |
Animal Behavior Lab (1-3) |
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Experimental and
observational techniques in behavior.
Prerequisites: BIO 3320, L320. Co-requisite: BIO 4410. |
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BIO |
4413 |
Limnology (3) |
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The physical, chemical,
geological, and biological aspects of freshwater ecosystems as influenced by
activities in surrounding watersheds.
Prerequisites: BIO 2229, L229, CHM 1143, L143. Co-requisite: BIO L413. |
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BIO |
L413 |
Limnology Lab (1-3) |
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Field and laboratory
exercises in lake and stream science, including instrumentation,
measurement, sampling, and analysis.
Prerequisites: BIO 2229, L229, CHM 1143, L143. Co-requisite: BIO 4413. |
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BIO |
4414 |
Food Microbiology (3) |
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Food spoilage, food
preservation, food-borne pathogens, microbial metabolism, and molecular
techniques.
Prerequisites: BIO 3372,
L372, CHM 3342, L342. Co-requisite: BIO L414. |
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BIO |
L414 |
Food Microbiology Lab (1-3) |
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Advanced microbiological
laboratory techniques including enumeration and analysis of bacteria in
food, water, and dairy products.
Prerequisites: BIO 3372, L372, CHM 3342, L342. Co-requisite: BIO 4414. |
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BIO |
4416 |
Environmental Microbiology (3) |
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The taxonomy, diversity,
and ecology of microbial populations in ecosystems, with the emphasis on the
roles that they play in biogeochemical cycles, their contributions to
metabolic diversity, their interactions with animals and plants, their
niches and bioremediation.
Prerequisites: BIO 3372, L372, CHM 3342, L342. Co-requisite: BIO L416.
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BIO |
L416 |
Environmental Microbiology Lab (1-3) |
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Environmental
microbiological laboratory techniques including isolation, identification,
and enumeration of microorganisms from aquatic and terrestrial
environments.
Prerequisites: BIO 3372,
L372, CHM 3342, L342. Co-requisite: BIO 4416. |
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BIO |
4420 |
Field Vertebrate Zoology (4-7) |
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The basics of vertebrate
identification, with emphasis on phylogeny, anatomy, morphology, life
histories, habitats, distributions, and conservation.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101, CHM 1143,
L143. |
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BIO |
4421 |
Population Ecology (3) |
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Animal and plant populations, food supply,
competition, disease, fecundity, distribution, and other
environmental factors. Management of endangered species
and protected ecosystems are included.
Prerequisites:
BIO 2229, L229, 3320, L320, CHM 1143, L143, and MTH 2210.
Co-requisite: BIO L421. |
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BIO |
L421 |
Population Ecology Lab (1-3) |
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Field exercises in
identifying ecological problems, formulating and testing hypotheses, and
evaluating data using standard statistical methods.
Prerequisites:
BIO 2229, L229, 3320, L320, CHM 1143, L143, and MTH 2210.
Co-requisite: BIO 4421. |
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BIO |
4425 |
Field Botany (4-7) |
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Survey of vascular plants
from different habitats in southeast Alabama. Principles of plant taxonomy,
including history and systems of classification and nomenclature, the use of
dichotomous keys, and general herbarium techniques. Emphasis is placed on
plant identification and habitat types.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101, 2229, L229. |
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BIO |
4428 |
Environmental Pollution and Control (3) |
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Sources, effects, and
methods of control for air, water, land, and noise pollution.
Prerequisites: BIO 2202, L202, 2229, L229,
CHM 1143, L143. Co-requisite: BIO L428. |
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BIO |
L428 |
Environmental Pollution and Control Lab (1-3) |
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Field and laboratory
techniques for air, water, land, and noise pollution.
Prerequisites: BIO 2202, L202, 2229,
L229, CHM 1143, L143. Co-requisite: BIO 4428. |
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BIO |
4430 |
Applied Genetics (3) |
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Advanced studies in
genetics with emphasis on cytogenetics and molecular genetics.
Prerequisites: BIO 3320, L320, 3372,
L372, CHM 3343, L343. Co-requisite: BIO L430. |
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BIO |
L430 |
Applied Genetics Lab (1-3) |
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An introduction to
procedures and equipment used in the study of cytogenetics and molecular
genetics.
Prerequisites: BIO 3320, L320,
3372, L372, CHM 3343, L343. Co-requisite: BIO 4430. |
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BIO |
4432 |
Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (3) |
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Detailed study of vertebrate organ-systems with
emphasis on structural and functional morphology and
evolutionary relationships.
Prerequisites: Any 3000-level biology lecture and lab. Co-requisite: BIO
L432. |
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BIO |
L432 |
Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Lab (1-3) |
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Detailed study of the shark, mudpuppy, and cat
with emphasis on structural and functional morphology. Prerequisites: Any 3000-level
biology lecture and lab. Co-requisite: BIO 4432. |
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BIO |
4433 |
Embryology (3) |
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Embryonic development of vertebrates. This
course links cellular and molecular mechanisms to morphogenesis. Prerequisites: BIO 3320,
L320, 3372, L372, CHM 3343, L343. Co-requisite: BIO L433. |
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BIO |
L433 |
Embryology Lab (1-3) |
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Embryonic development of
vertebrates as illustrated by the frog, chick, and pig. Lab includes
experimental investigations of developing systems.
Prerequisites: BIO 3320, L320, 3372,
L372, CHM 3343, L343. Co-requisite: BIO 4433. |
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BIO |
4445 |
Ichthyology (3) |
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Morphology, anatomy,
physiology, taxonomy, life histories, distribution, and adaptations of
fishes. Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101,
2229, L229. Co-requisite: BIO L445. |
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BIO |
L445 |
Ichthyology Lab (1-3) |
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Structural features,
identification, and classification of freshwater and marine fishes.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101, 2229,
L229. Co-requisite: BIO 4445. |
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BIO |
4446 |
Herpetology (3) |
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Morphology, anatomy,
physiology, taxonomy, life histories, distribution, and adaptations of
amphibians and reptiles.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101, 2229,
L229. Co-requisite: BIO L446. |
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BIO |
L446 |
Herpetology Lab (1-3) |
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Structural features,
identification, and classification of amphibians and reptiles.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101, 2229,
L229. Co-requisite: BIO 4446. |
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BIO |
4447 |
Ornithology (3) |
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Morphology, anatomy,
physiology, taxonomy, life histories, distribution, and adaptations of
birds.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101,
2229, L229. Co-requisite: BIO L447. |
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BIO |
L447 |
Ornithology Lab (1-3) |
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Structural
features, identification, and classification of birds. Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101, 2229,
L229. Co-requisite: BIO 4447. |
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BIO |
4448 |
Mammalogy (3) |
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Morphology, anatomy,
physiology, taxonomy, life histories, distribution, and adaptations of
mammals. Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101,
2229, L229. Co-requisite: BIO L448. |
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BIO |
L448 |
Mammalogy Lab (1-3) |
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Structural features,
identification, and classification of mammals. Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101, 2229,
L229. Co-requisite: BIO 4448. |
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BIO |
4451 |
Toxicology (3) |
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Principles related to the
adverse effects of chemicals on living organisms.
Prerequisites: CHM 3342, L342.
Co-requisite: BIO L451. |
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BIO |
L451 |
Toxicology Lab (1-3) |
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Assessment of the toxicity
of chemical agents following standard protocols.
Prerequisites: CHM 3342, L342.
Co-requisite: BIO 4451. |
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BIO |
4452 |
Industrial Hygiene (3) |
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Identification and
correction of chemical, biological, and physical hazards in and around the
workplace.
Prerequisites: CHM 3343,
L343. Co-requisite: BIO L452. |
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BIO |
L452 |
Industrial Hygiene Lab (1-3) |
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Methods and procedures for
sampling, analyzing, and evaluating chemical, biological, and physical
agents in the workplace. Prerequisites:
CHM 3343, L343. Co-requisite: BIO 4452. |
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BIO |
4471 |
Parasitology (3) |
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Taxonomy, structure, life
histories, distribution, pathogenesis, and control of parasitic protozoa,
helminths, and arthropods, with the emphasis on those of medical
importance. Prerequisites: Any 3000-level
biology lecture and lab. Co-requisite: BIO L471. |
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BIO |
L471 |
Parasitology Lab (1-3) |
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Laboratory study of
parasitic protozoa, helminths, and arthropods, with the emphasis on those of
medical importance.
Prerequisites:
Any 3000-level biology lecture and lab. Co-requisite:
BIO 4471. |
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BIO |
4474 |
Internship in Biology Education (9) |
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The Professional Internship
Program is the culminating clinical field-based experience for students
seeking certification in a teaching field. The Professional Internship
Program provides the student with the opportunity to conduct classes and
assume the role of a teacher while receiving supervision from a classroom
teacher and a university supervisor for a period of one full semester. The
student will demonstrate skills of the informed, reflective decision maker
throughout the internship experience.
Prerequisite: Admission to TEP; Co-requisite: SED 4454 Internship Seminar
for Secondary Education. |
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BIO |
4476 |
Special Topics in Biology (1 to 4 credit
hours per course per semester) |
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Specialized topics not
generally included in course offerings.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. |
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BIO |
4478 |
Cell Biology (3) |
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Cell structure and function
with the emphasis on biochemical and molecular mechanisms. Topics include
cell division, movement, differentiation, and recognition.
Prerequisites: BIO 3320, L320, 3372, L372,
CHM 3343, L343. Co-requisite: BIO L478. |
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BIO |
L478 |
Cell Biology Lab (1-3) |
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Experimental approaches for
studying cells at the biochemical and molecular levels.
Prerequisites:
BIO 3320, L320, 3372, L372, CHM 3343, L343. Co-requisite: BIO 4478. |
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BIO |
4479 |
Environmental Assessment (3) |
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An examination of theory
and practices required in performing stream environmental assessment as
currently practiced by state and federal agencies in their attempt to
preserve biological integrity. Sustainable management of natural resources
and a systems approach to environmental problem solving will be emphasized.
Topics covered include water quality, habitat assessment, indicator species
used in ecological inventory with a concentration on macro invertebrate and
fish assemblages, and the index of biological integrity. Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101; 2202, L202
or 2229, L229. Co-requisite: BIO L479. |
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BIO |
L479 |
Environmental Assessment Lab (1-3) |
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Laboratory
instruction and hands-on field training regarding stream
environmental assessment as currently practiced by state
agencies in their attempt to preserve biological integrity.
Topics covered include measurement of water quality, habitat,
and practice sampling techniques, with a concentration on fish
and macro invertebrate assemblages. In addition, students
will learn the use of the index of biological integrity using
their own collections of fish assemblages. Prerequisites: BIO 1101,
L101; 2202, L202 or 2229, L229. Co-requisite: BIO 4479. |
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BIO |
4480 |
Histology (3) |
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Microscopic anatomy and
function of cell types and tissues of mammalian organs.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101.
Co-requisite: BIO L480. |
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BIO |
L480 |
Histology Lab (1-3) |
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Microscopic anatomy of cell
types and tissues of mammalian organs.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101, L101. Co-requisite: BIO 4480. |
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BIO |
4481 |
Methods and Materials for the Secondary Teacher (3) |
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A survey of teaching
methods and materials appropriate for teaching in the content areas for
grades 6-12. Topics addressed will include teacher evaluation in the public
schools, collaboration with special education teachers, and lesson planning
formats. In addition, teaching methods, selections organization and use of
biology/science materials for grades 6-12 will be covered in detail. A
professional laboratory experience is included in this course.
Prerequisite: Admission to TEP. |
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BIO |
4482 |
Molecular Biology (3) |
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Fundamental principles of
chromosomal organization and gene expression, with emphasis on the structure
and function of nucleic acids and proteins.
Prerequisites: BIO 3320, L320, 3372, L372,
CHM 3343, L343. Co-requisite: BIO L482. |
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BIO |
L482 |
Molecular Biology Lab (1-3) |
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Experimental approaches in
molecular analyses of nucleic acids and proteins, with the emphasis placed
on common techniques utilized in clinical and research settings.
Prerequisites: BIO 3320, L320, 3372,
L372, CHM 3343, L343. Co-requisite: BIO 4482. |
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BIO |
4488 |
Internship in Environmental Science (1 to 3 credit hours
per BIO 4489 course per semester) |
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BIO 4490 Supervised work
experience in a governmental agency, business or industry, public service
organization, or other working environment in which a student will apply
knowledge of environmental science.
Prerequisites: Approval of the student’s academic adviser and department
chair. |
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BIO |
4491- |
Guided Independent Research (1 to 4 credit hours per
course per |
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4492 |
semester) |
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Additional information is
indexed under Guided Independent Research and Study. |
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BIO |
4493- |
Guided Independent Study (1 to 4 credit hours per course
per semester) |
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4494 |
Additional information is
indexed under Guided Independent Research and Study. |
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