| EBS 5513 |
Limnology (3) |
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The physical, chemical, geological, and
biological aspects of freshwater ecosystems
as influenced by activities in surrounding
watersheds. Prerequisite: general biology.
Corequisite: EBS L513 |
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| EBS L513 |
Limnology Lab (1) |
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Field and laboratory exercises in lake and
stream science, including instrumentation,
measurement, sampling, and analysis. Corequisite: EBS 5513 |
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| EBS 5516 |
Microbial Ecology (3) |
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The study of the 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: microbiology,
organic chemistry. Corequisite: EBS L516 |
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| EBS L516 |
Microbial Ecology (1) |
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Microbial ecology laboratory techniques
including isolation, identification, and enumeration
of microorganisms from aquatic
and terrestrial environments. Corequisite:
EBS 5516 |
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| EBS 5520 |
Field Vertebrate Zoology (4) |
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The basics of vertebrate identification, with
emphasis on phylogeny, anatomy, morphology,
life histories, habitats, distributions, and
conservation. Prerequisites: general biology,
general chemistry |
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| EBS 5521 |
Population Ecology (3) |
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A study of animal and plant populations,
food supply, competition, disease, fecundity,
distribution, and other environmental factors.
Management of endangered species
and protected ecosystems are included.
Prerequisites: general ecology, genetics,
general chemistry, statistics. Corequisite:
EBS L521 |
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| EBS L521 |
Population Ecology Lab (1) |
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Field exercises in identifying ecological
problems, formulating and testing hypotheses,
and evaluating data using standard statistical
methods. Corequisite: EBS 5521 |
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| EBS 5525 |
Field Botany (4) |
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A 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:
general biology, general ecology |
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| EBS 5530 |
Applied Genetics (3) |
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Advanced studies in genetics with emphasis
on cytogenetics and molecular genetics. Prerequisites: genetics, organic chemistry.
Corequisite: EBS L530 |
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| EBS L530 |
Applied Genetics Lab (1) |
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An introduction to procedures and equipment
used in the study of cytogenetics and
molecular genetics. Corequisite: EBS 5530 |
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| EBS 5550 |
Environmental History of the U.S. (3) |
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An introduction to environmental history of
the United States from the 18th century to the
late 20th century, emphasizing the post
World War II period. The course will focus
on the historical development of the science
of ecology, the origins of environmental
problems and solutions attempted by government
and experts, as well as responses by
grassroots activists over time. |
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| EBS 5551 |
Toxicology (3) |
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A study of the principles related to the adverse
effects of chemicals on living organisms. Prerequisite: organic chemistry.
Corequisite: EBS L551 |
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| EBS L551 |
Toxicology Lab (1) |
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Assessment of terrestrial and aquatic toxicity
of chemical agents following standard protocols. Corequisite: EBS 5551 |
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| EBS 5552 |
Industrial Hygiene (3) |
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Identification and correction of chemical,
biological, and physical hazards in and
around the workplace. Prerequisite: organic
chemistry. Corequisite: EBS L552 |
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| EBS L552 |
Industrial Hygiene Lab (1) |
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Methods and procedures for sampling, analyzing,
and evaluating chemical, biological,
and physical agents in the workplace. Corequisite: EBS 5552 |
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| EBS 5576 |
Special Topics (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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| EBS 5578 |
Cell Biology (3) |
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This course covers cell structure and function
with the emphasis on biochemical and
molecular mechanisms. Topics include
signal transduction, cytoskeleton, intracellular
compartments, cell movement, differentiation,
and recognition. Prerequisites: genetics,
microbiology, organic chemistry.
Corequisite: EBS L578 |
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| EBS L578 |
Cell Biology Lab (1) |
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Experimental approaches for studying cells
at the biochemical and molecular levels. Corequisite: EBS 5578 |
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| EBS 5582 |
Molecular Biology (3) |
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A study of the fundamental principles of
chromosomal organization and geneexpression,
with emphasis on the structure and
function of nucleic acids and proteins. Prerequisites:
genetics, microbiology, organic
chemistry. Corequisite: EBS L582 |
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| EBS L582 |
Molecular Biology Lab (1) |
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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. Corequisite: EBS 5582 |
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| EBS 6600 |
Aquatic Entomology (3) |
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A study of the morphology, physiology,
taxonomy, life histories, and ecology of
aquatic insects. Prerequisites: general biology,
general ecology. Corequisite: EBS
L600 |
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| EBS L600 |
Aquatic Entomology Lab (1) |
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Classification and identification of immature
and adult aquatic insects. A collection is
required. Corequisite: EBS 6600 |
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| EBS 6601 |
Environmental and Biological Ethics (3) |
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Examination of major ethical theories as
they apply to environmental, biological, and
medical issues. The linkage of ethics to
decision-making in social, public, and business
policy. Course develops skills in understanding
value systems and framing
ethical positions. |
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| EBS 6603 |
Environmental Management (3) |
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Concepts and practices underlying procedures
for environmental resource management,
including planning, organizing, and
conducting programs. |
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| EBS 6611 |
Global Pollution and International Environmental
Policy (3) |
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An examination of global environmental
issues, such as global climate change, ozone
depletion, and acid precipitation. This
course also deals with alternatives in developing
global policies and treaties to address
these problems. |
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| EBS 6612 |
Environmental Impact Studies/Risk Management
(3) |
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An examination of practices used in analysis
of land, water, and air to determine the impact
of human activities such as construction,
mining, clearing, and industrial operation.
Planning approaches and ecological
constraints, economic evaluation, and quantitative
approaches to predict impact. Prerequisites:
EBS 6630, EBSL630 |
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| EBS 6615 |
Environmental Law, Permitting, and
Regulatory Compliance (3) |
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A study of the steps needed and programs required to insure that public and private
sector organizations are in compliance with
federal and state environmental regulations. Prerequisites: An undergraduate ecology or
environmental course, or approval of adviser. |
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| EBS 6617, 6618 |
Seminars in Environmental and Biological
Sciences (1) |
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Presentations on interdisciplinary principles
and concepts, current issues, and new studies
and research from a variety of fields,
with environmental science serving as a
unifying theme. Faculty members and outside
speakers will present guest lecturers.
Candidates for the master’s degree in the
thesis option will present their research findings
and conclusions. |
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| EBS 6620 |
Field Protistology (4) |
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An advanced study of protists from freshwater
and marine habitats including collection
techniques, taxonomy, identification, structure,
life histories, and protistan ecology. |
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| EBS 6621 |
Environmental Toxicology (3) |
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This course is a foundation for scientific
decision-making involving contaminants and
their effects on biological systems. It covers
the basic principles of environmental toxicology
including bioaccumulation, the biological
effects of toxicants from the molecular
to global level or organization, and a
basic understanding of the risk of environmental
pullutants and the science of risk
assessment. Prerequisites: Eight semester
hours or equivalent of chemistry |
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| EBS 6623 |
Environmental Negotiations and Conflict
Resolution (3) |
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An examination of the approaches to resolving
environmental disputes through alternative
dispute resolution techniques. |
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| EBS 6624 |
Public Health (3) |
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The impact of the environment on humans
as well as the human impact on the environment
serve as the dual focus of this course.
Environmental agents of physical, chemical,
and biological nature with adverse effect on
human health will be considered. The
physiological, molecular, cellular, genetic,
and biochemical mechanisms of action of
environmental carcinogens, toxins, pollutant,
and other disease-causing environmental
agents and the interaction of various environmental
agents with biological systems
will be addressed. Prerequisite: None |
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| EBS 6625, 6626 |
Specialized Study in Environmental and
Biological Sciences (1-3) |
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The student has the opportunity to engage in
intensive study of a particular subject or
learn a pertinent skill, which fits his/her
academic and/or professional needs, but is
not available in the regular curriculum. This
may include educational activities or training
outside of the University. The student
will follow the guidelines that the Department
has established for the supervision and
the pursuance of this study. Requires approval
of the student’s adviser and the department
chair. See semester hour limits
listed under Course Restrictions in General
Regulations section. |
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| EBS 6630 |
Pollution Science (3) |
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A study of pollution of atmosphere, surface
water, and soil and groundwater from animate
activities and inanimate processes.
Adverse effects, fate, and transport of pollutants
in air, soil, and water. Prerequisite:
general chemistry. Corequisite: EBS L630 |
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| EBS L630 |
Pollution Science Lab (1) |
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Theory and analytical techniques used in
both field and laboratory for the analysis of
air, water, and soil contaminants. Corequisite:
EBS 6630 |
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| EBS 6643 |
Biological Chemistry (3) |
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Biological Chemistry emphasizes the classification,
structure, function and metabolism
of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic
acids; intermediary metabolism and bioenergetics;
enzyme structure, function and kinetics;
and storage and expression of genetic
information. Prerequisites: CHM 3343/L343 |
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| EBS 6645 |
Biotechnology Techniques (3) |
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Biotechnology Techniques laboratory emphasizes
the fundamental theory and techniques
used in the isolation, characterization,
and study of biochemical molecules. Prerequisites:
CHM 3343/L343 |
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| EBS 6650 |
Spatial Analysis Using Geographical Information
Systems (3) |
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A graduate level GIS course geared for beginners
that presents the understanding behind
the four functional and physical components
of a GIS: data input; storage and
retrieval; manipulation; and data output.
Multiple GIS applications are also discussed. Prerequisites: EBS 6630, EBS
L630, or permission of chair. Corequisite:
EBS L650 |
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| EBS L650 |
Spatial Analysis Using Geographical Information
Systems (1) |
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This lab is intended for average computer
users with little or no experience in ArcView
GIS or any other GIS software. At the end
of the labs, students will be able to use Arc-View to view, query, analyze, chart, and
map geographic data. Corequisite: EBS
6650 |
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| EBS 6660 |
Issues in Aquatic Ecology (3) |
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Case studies on the overexploitation and
degradation of aquatic ecosystems and their
resources, with a primary focus on freshwater
systems. Prerequisite: An undergraduate
ecology course is highly recommended. |
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| EBS 6661 |
Conservation Biology (3) |
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Examination of the principles, practices, and
philosophy of measuring, maintaining, and
enhancing biological diversity. The course
focuses on the applications of ecology,
population biology, and genetics of the conservation
of keystone and rare species and
ecosystems. Prerequisite: An undergraduate
ecology course is highly recommended. |
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| EBS 6662 |
Invasive Species Biology (3) |
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This course will familiarize students with
the principles of ecological invasions and
factors affecting the spread and impacts of
invasive species. Students will also become
familiar with major sources of exotic species
introductions, and methods available for
prevention and control. Prerequisite: None |
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| EBS 6664 |
Restoration Ecology (3) |
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An introduction to ecological approaches
toward reconstruction of degraded or destroyed
ecosystems. Ecological basis of
creating self-sustained ecosystems. Planning,
implementing and assessing restoration
programs. Economic and social context of
restoration. Prerequisites: an ecology
course and one year of general chemistry |
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| EBS 6665 |
Sustainable Development (3) |
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This course will increase student awareness
of sustainability issues concerning the future
survival of human and other organisms on
the planet. The course specifically covers
the following: biological diversity trends,
human population growth, agriculture and
food consumption issues, water use and
supplies, global warming and effects on
biological diversity, sustainable fisheries,
forest products and services, and other issues. Prerequisites: None |
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| EBS 6670, 6671 |
Special Topics (1-4) |
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Specialized topics not generally included in
course offerings. A maximum total of four
semester hours is allowed for program
credit. |
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| EBS 6691 |
Research Methodology and Experimental
Design (3) |
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This course will include hands-on statistical
experience emphasizing hypothesis testing
using a statistical software system. It will
combine several elements of research methodology
including developing a grant proposal
that will include topic selection, literature
search, question formulation, methods,
statistics, and a budget. Prerequisite: Three
semester hours in probability and statistics
or permission of instructor. A grade of “B”
or better is required. |
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| EBS 6695 |
Thesis Research (1- 6) |
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Under the guidance of the student’s adviser
and the chair of the department, the student
may pursue original research (independent
acquisition and interpretation of data) in a
particular area of environmental science.
The completion of a thesis is required. The
results and conclusions must be successfully
defended before the student’s graduate committee. |
Note: Graduate students may not enroll in a 5000
numbered course if it duplicates the same course listed on an
undergraduate transcript.
