Biology

Courses

BIO 100: Human Biology

Credits 4
This course is a general science course for non-science majors. It covers general topics in biology including chemistry, cells, cell division, genetics, protein synthesis, biotechnology, and bioethics. Several body systems including the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, and immune systems are also covered. The objective is to raise students’ science literacy to enable them to understand scientific issues for making personal and public policy decisions. There are three hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week. Students who have received credit for BIO 101 or BIO 102 cannot sub subsequently receive credit for BIO 100. In the case that a student completes BIO 100 prior to completing BIO 101 or 102, then BIO 100 will count as a free elective credit only.

BIO 101: General Biology

Credits 4
This course is the first of a two-semester introductory course covering some central biology concepts, including molecular and cellular bases of life, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, cellular reproduction, and introductory concepts of genetics, inheritance, and biotechnology. The laboratory experience emphasizes problem-solving and data analysis using the process of scientific inquiry and the application of concepts discussed in lecture. The laboratory experience emphasizes lab documentation and the use of a variety of biological instrumentation. There are three hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week. Students who have received credit for BIO 101 or BIO 102 cannot subsequently receive credit for BIO 100. In the case that a student completes BIO 100 prior to completing BIO 101 or 102, then BIO 100 will count as a free elective credit only. Students are strongly advised to take SCI 110 during the first seven week offering along with BIO 101 in the given semester or take SCI 110 prior to taking BIO 101.

BIO 102: General Biology II

Credits 4
This course is a continuation of BIO 101. Topics include evolution, biological diversity, plant structure and function, animal systems, and development and reproduction, and introductory concepts of ecology. The laboratory reinforces concepts discussed in lecture emphasizing evolution, plant and animal diversity, and anatomy and physiology of selected plants and animals. There are three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. Students who have received credit for BIO 101 or BIO 102 cannot subsequently receive credit for BIO 100. In the case that a student completes BIO 100 prior to completing BIO 101 or 102, then BIO 100 will count as a free elective credit only.

BIO 204: Microbiology

Credits 4
This course is an introduction to the study of bacteria, viruses and eukaryotic members of the microbial world with an emphasis on their relationship to health and disease. Course topics include microbial structure, growth and replication, metabolism, pathogenicity of microorganisms, and the control of microbial growth. The laboratory includes basic techniques, such as staining, aseptic technique, and methods of bacterial identification. There are three hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week.

BIO 206: Ecology

Credits 4
This course introduces basic relationships between organisms and their environment. It includes a study of the abiotic environment, natural selection, population ecology, growth and genetics, species interactions, energy flow and nutrient cycling, geographic ecology, and animal behavior. There are three hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory each week. Field trips may be included in the laboratory.

BIO 228: Anatomy & Physiology I

Credits 4

This course is the first of a two-semester, comprehensive survey of the ten organ systems of the human body, integrating chemical bases of the physiology of each system with structure and function. Includes a study of cells and tissues, integumentary, skeletal, digestive, respiratory, urinary and reproductive systems. The laboratory section of the course includes mammalian dissection and direct observation, by experiment, of the natural laws governing human physiological processes. There are three hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week. *Students should have taken biology within the past 5years to be prepared for this course.

BIO 229: Anatomy & Physiology II

Credits 4

BIO 229 is a continuation of BIO 228. The muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic and immune systems are covered. There are three hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week.

BIO 250: Biotechnology

Credits 4

This course provides an introduction to biotechnology and its application in a variety of medical, clinical and science disciplines. Topics covered include GLP, GMP, solution chemistry, spectroscopy, chromatography, basic microbiology techniques and DNA and protein purification/separation techniques. This course emphasizes basic laboratory skills essential for beginning level employment in clinical, pharmaceutical and biotechnology laboratories. This course is well suited to students in all majors programs. There are three hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week.