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BIO 192. Human and II. (4 Credits) BIOLOGY (BIO) This course is a continuation of Human Anatomy and Physiology I and provides students with an in-depth study of the endocrine, circulatory, BIO 100. Principles of Biology. (4 Credits) respiratory, digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems. Laboratory This course explores the fundamental concepts of biology in the fields Course. of: research , cytology, , , , Prerequisite: BIO 191. , , , and through reading, online BIO 210. Summative Human Anatomy and Physiology. (4 Credits) activities, lecture and laboratory experiences. Laboratory course. This course examines all major human systems (integumentary, BIO 141. General Biology I. (4 Credits) skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, This course is an introductory laboratory course which contains a heavy excretory, and reproductive). This course is for students in the Bridge emphasis on the , its structures, and the processes which take place Physical Therapy program pursuing a BS in Rehabilitation Science. inside the smallest of living units. Laboratory course. Laboratory course. BIO 142. General Biology II. (4 Credits) BIO 240. Zoology. (4 Credits) This course studies the biological processes that occur at the system This course is a survey of the animal kingdom and study of the biology level in both plants and animals. Topics such as transportation, of animals in their natural environment. Recommended pre-requisite: control, nutrient breakdown and utilization will be compared in different BIO 141 or BIO 151. . Prerequisites: BIO 141 or 151. BIO 146. Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology. (4 Credits) BIO 244. Botany. (4 Credits) This is a course for non-biology majors. It surveys the major organ This course is an in depth study of the plant kingdom with emphasis on systems in the from both a structural and functional the study of plants in their natural . Laboratory course. perspective. Prerequisites: BIO 141 or 151. BIO 149. Medical Microbiology. (4 Credits) BIO 260. Biology of . (4 Credits) This course introduces the student to the biology and role that bacteria, This course introduces the student to the importance of microorganisms viruses and eukaryotic microorganisms play in human and in all aspects of their . The course starts by introducing the . It is designed for students in the nursing and other health student to the ubiquity of microorganisms and a brief history of science programs. microbiology, then progresses to the types of microorganisms that Prerequisite: CHEM 105. exist, their , metabolic diversity, , genetics, BIO 151. Functional Human Biology I. (4 Credits) gene expression, and genetic engineering. The course ends with an This course is the first semester of a two-semester sequence and is introduction to and transmission of human pathogens.. an introduction to the cellular processes that occur in the human body Prerequisites: CHEM 141 and 142. with an emphasis on cellular composition/structure, biochemistry, and BIO 285. Pathophysiology. (3 Credits) genetics. Laboratory exercises and a recitation period augment the This course introduces the student to the study of the etiology, lecture material. BIO 151/152 serve as an introductory biology course pathogenesis and clinical manifestations of common disease processes. sequence for biomedical science majors and several other majors in the Basic principles into the mechanism of cellular and injury is . followed by presentations of common in the various organ BIO 152. Functional Human Biology II. (4 Credits) systems. This course s the second semester of a two-semester sequence with Prerequisites: (BIO 141 and 142) or (BIO 151 and 152) or (BIO 191 and emphasis on the structure and of selected human organ 192). systems. Laboratory exercises augment the lecture material. BIO 151/152 BIO 321. . (4 Credits) may serve as an introductory course for several of the sciences All living organisms are composed of cells and therefore, cell biology majors since it is primarily designed as an introductory course for serves as the foundation upon which all modern biology and students interested in the health professions especially those students in is built. In this exciting course we will discuss the structure and function the pre- program. of eukaryotic cells including the role of in cellular processes, Prerequisite: BIO 151. the flow of genetic information, membrane structure and transport, and BIO 156. Environmental Science. (4 Credits) cellular division. This course includes a lab. This course is a study of the effects man has on his surroundings BIO 348. Genetics. (4 Credits) through a basic understanding of ecological, biochemical, and physical This course is a study of heredity in organisms and . It systems in . Laboratory course. covers the three major branches of genetics: transmission or classical, BIO 191. Human Anatomy and Physiology I. (4 Credits) Mendelian genetics; molecular genetics; and genetics. This course begins with a study of the cell and cellular processes and Laboratory exercises augment the lecture material. tissues. It continues with investigation of the integumentary, skeletal, Prerequisite: MATH 205. muscular, and nervous systems. Students must consult with their BIO 351. . (3 Credits) academic advisor or the Academic Advising office before enrolling in this This course introduces the upper level biology student to the principles of course. Laboratory course. the adaptive and innate immune systems and how these systems protect against and cause disease. Emphasis is placed on how the cells of the recognize and eliminate foreign invaders from the human body. 2 Biology (BIO)

BIO 367. Ecology of the Tropics. (3 Credits) BIO 499. Undergraduate Research. (1-4 Credits) This course is a field study of tropical and organisms as well as This course provides students with the opportunity to work with members their interactions with humans. Requires class travel to the Caribbean of the faculty conducting research in the biological sciences. Students or Central America. Students will experience the influence of Spanish, must submit appropriate form to the Department Chair for approval. French, Dutch, British, African, and US cultures on this diverse region. This is a travel course that satisfies the core culture requirement. Travel costs will be in addition to tuition. BIO 368. Ecology of the Tropics-Lab. (1 Credit) This course provides laboratory experience that complements BIO 367. BIO 367/BIO 368 together fulfill the core lab science requirement. BIO 370. . (4 Credits) This course is a field orientated laboratory course designed to study birds in their natural habitat. The position of birds in the animal kingdom it studied along with their anatomy, physiology, and behavior. Prerequisite: BIO 240. BIO 381. . (3 Credits) This course is a study of tissues present in the human body. Basic tissue types are analyzed and special emphasis is placed on how these tissues interact as components of organs. Prerequisites: BIO 191 and 192. BIO 399. Biology Internship. (1-6 Credits) The Biology Internship provides credit for majors in the biological sciences who obtain laboratory or field experience outside of the typical academic environment. The experience must be approved in advance by the Chair of Life and Earth Science. Up to 4 credits per experience of biology. BIO 410. Ecology. (4 Credits) This course s a study of the interactions between the organisms and its environment. Ecology surveys the biotic and abiotic environments, types, , structure, and succession. Laboratory course. Prerequisites: (BIO 141 or 151) and BIO 240 and 244. BIO 420. Molecular Biology. (4 Credits) This course builds upon BIO 348 Genetics, exploring natural processes such as splicing and DNA repair as well as experimental strategies for manipulating genes in lower and higher organisms. Labs focus on DNA manipulation techniques such as molecular cloning, mutagenesis, and gene knock-outs in yeast. Prerequisite: BIO 348. BIO 430. . (3 Credits) This course focuses on the principles of drug action. These principles will then be invoked in the discussion of various therapeutic interventions for diseases associated with selected organ systems. Treatments of pathogenic diseases and cancer will be discussed as well as the use of natural products. BIO 470. Human Physiology. (4 Credits) This course focuses on medical physiology with emphasis on cellular and organ system physiology. Functions of circulation, respiration, heat regulation, water balance, neuromuscular mechanisms, neural and endocrine integration will be included. Prerequisites: (BIO 141 and 142) or (BIO 151 and 152) or (BIO 191 and 192). BIO 490. Biology Senior Seminar. (1 Credit) This course looks at current issues in biology by evaluating the biological literature. A general topic area is elected each semester and presentations are made by students, faculty, or outside speakers.