Biology Courses

BIOL 1306 - Biology for Science Majors I - Telecourse

Considers the nature of science, simple chemistry important in biological systems, cytology, energetics, mitosis and meiosis, patterns of inheritance, DNA and its structure, gene regulation, evolution, populations and ecology. There is no lab associated with this course. Fall semester only.   R, W

BIOL 1322 - Nutrition & Diet Therapy I

 

BIOL 1406 - Biology for Science Majors I

Considers the basic principles of biology: the nature of science, simple chemistry important in biological systems, cytology, energetics, mitosis and meiosis, patterns of inheritance, DNA and its structure, gene regulation, evolution, populations, and ecology. Usually offered in Fall, Spring, and First Summer semesters.  $24 lab fee. Formerly (BIOL 1614) R, W

BIOL 1407 - Biology for Science Majors II

Considers the great diversity of living organisms. A discussion of how living things are classified and of the Five Kingdom scheme leads to a discussion of each of the Kingdoms with special emphasis on the form and function of the most advanced members of the Plant and Animal Kingdoms. Viruses also investigated. This course meets the recommended requirement for BIOL 1424. Usually offered in the spring and second summer semesters.  $24 lab fee. R, W

BIOL 1411 - General Botany

General Botany emphasizes the form and function and the evolution and ecology of vascular plants, with an emphasis on flowering plants. There is also a brief survey of the plant kingdom. The course prepares the student for upper-level courses in botany. This course meets the recommended requirements for BIOL 1424. Usually offered in the fall semester. No Prerequisite required.  $24 lab fee. R, W

BIOL 1413 - General Zoology

General Zoology emphasizes the cytology, morphology, physiology, taxonomy, and ecology of animals. Field trips will be conducted to observe animals in the wild.  $24 lab fee. R, W

BIOL 1424 - Systematic Botany

Emphasis on collection and identification of major plant families of the angiosperms although all vascular plants are considered. Discussion of the classification of plants, including the artificial, natural, and the more recent attempts at phylogenetic classification schemes such as biosystematics; also, the underlying principles of plant nomenclature, the origin of the angiosperms, and the role of herbaria and botanical gardens. Usually offered in the spring semester. Recommended: BIOL 1407 or BIOL 1411 or permission of the instructor.  $24 lab fee. R, W

BIOL 2316 - Genetics

A study of Mendelian, molecular, and population genetics as developed since 1900. The course considers among other topics basic inheritance, transmission of hereditary material, linkage, chromosome mapping, the central role of DNA and its function in the cell, as well as genetics of populations and its importance in evolutionary theory. This is a non-laboratory science course. Recommended: BIOL 1406 or permission or the instructor.   R, W

BIOL 2401 - Anatomy and Physiology I

The first of two sequential courses in human anatomy and physiology for students majoring in Nursing and certain other allied health fields. Structure and function of the human body are integrated in a systems approach. Function is explained in terms of microanatomy and gross anatomy. In the introduction cell cheniistry and cytology am emphasized. Histology, the skin, the skeletal system, and the muscular system are included in the first semester.  $24 lab fee. R, W

BIOL 2402 - Anatomy and Physiology II

The second of two sequential courses in human anatomy and physiology for students majoring in Nursing and certain other allied health fields. The organ systems covered are: nervous, endocrine, circulatory and immunity against disease, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive. Prerequisite: BIOL 2401.  $24 lab fee. R, W

BIOL 2404 - Anatomy and Physiology

A one-semester course in human anatomy and physiology for students majoring in Licensed Vocational Nursing, Surgical Technology, Respiratory Technology, and Emergency Medical Technology. Lecture and laboratory materials are taught in an integrated approach. Offered most semesters. (This is a one semester condensed course and does not substitute for BIOL 2401 or 2402.)  $24 lab fee. R, W

BIOL 2421 - Microbiology for Science Majors

Morphology and physiology of microorganisms with emphasis in the laboratory on bacteria. Microorganisms of medical importance are stressed. This course is recommended for students in Nursing and allied health programs. Prerequisite: 3 hours of biological science.  $24 lab fee. R, W

BIOL 2428 - Vertebrate Zoology

An introductory study of the vertebrates with emphasis on natural history and systematics. The ecology, distribution, and morphology are studied. This course includes field trips for observing and collecting. Usually offered in the spring semester.  $24 lab fee. R, W

BIOL 2470 - General Entomology

A survey of the major orders of insects with emphasis on the taxonomy, morphology, ecology, and life history. Special emphasis will be given to those forms affecting man and domestic animals. Field trips and a collection will be required. Prerequisite: One college course in Biology or consent of instructor.  $24 lab fee. R, W

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