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This course will discuss the evolution and diversification of birds with an emphasis on anatomy, development, behavior, migration, and mating systems. Students are expected to participate in field-based projects on spatial and temporal distributions of local bird populations. Students will also develop identification skills on regional bird species.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105, BIOL 106, BIOL 306
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This course explores the study of mammals in various contexts. Particular emphasis is placed on mammal diversity, evolution, ecology, and conservation.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 306
Emphasis is placed on the biomedical aspects of aging and chronic disease. The course is designed for students majoring in biology, gerontology programs, or other health related programs.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105
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Clinically important parasites. Protozoans, Flukes, Tapeworms, Roundworms, Ticks, Mites and Insects. Designed for Medical Technology, Pre-Med, Pre-Vet and Biology majors. Identification, clinical disease, epidemiology and ecology are covered. Lab included.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 100 or BIOL 105, BIOL 106 recommended
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Morphological, physiological, medical, and economic significance of insects.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105 and BIOL 106 or consent
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This course will consist of a comprehensive introduction to the fungi kingdom. Topics will include: evolution, classification, structure, molecular and cellular biology, ecology, and medical and biotechnological importance. Both lecture and laboratory will be offered. Laboratory classes will consist of such topics as morphology, culturing, and biotechnological applications.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105 and BIOL 106
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This course will explore the structure and function of the vertebrate body in its diverse forms from fishes to mammals. Discussion of individual organ systems will focus on developmental patterns, function and evolutionary relationships. The lab will include microanatomy (histology) and macroanatomy (gross anatomy) of example organisms. Students will become familiar with the tissue, organ and system levels of the anatomy of vertebrates.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105, BIOL 106, BIOL 306
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Understanding the process of cell differentiation and development. Special emphasis will be placed on the genetic, molecular, and cellular mechanisms that direct the development of multicellular organisms. Course to include current areas of research and other timely topics.
Biology 425 is an optional 1-credit laboratory addition to Developmental Biology, Biology 424. In the laboratory component, students will be exposed to modern techniques used to examine developmental processes in several key model systems. Laboratory exercises consist of experiments designed to demonstrate fundamental concepts in development and to familiarize students with experimental approaches utilized in studying developmental biology and embryology.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 211; Co-requisite: BIOL 424
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This course introduces the principles and practices of clinical hematology, emphasizing the physiology and pathophysiology of blood and blood-forming tissues. Topics include hematopoiesis, red cell and white cell disorders, platelet function, and coagulation pathways. Students gain proficiency in manual and automated hematology testing, peripheral smear evaluation, and quality assurance. Laboratory experiences focus on the identification of normal and abnormal cell morphology, interpretation of hematology results, and correlation with clinical conditions. The course prepares students to perform, analyze, and troubleshoot hematology procedures essential to medical laboratory practice.
- Prerequisites:
- Select 1 course: BIOL 325 or BIOL 434.
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Collection, examination, evaluation, morphology, function and diseases of blood cells. Hemostasis/coagulation of blood. Immunology theory is presented. Lab included.
A comparison of adaptation mechanisms, from cell to organ-system, used by animals in response to changes in environmental conditions such as oxygen, carbon dioxide, food availability, temperature, water, solutes, pressure and buoyancy.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105, BIOL 106 or consent
This course is an introduction to the physical, chemical, and biological characteristics and interactions of inland freshwater lakes. Labs will emphasize field work, including data collection from five local lakes, analysis, and discussion.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 215
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This course is a functional study of the heart and circulatory system.
- Prerequisites:
- Select 1 Course: BIOL 202 or BIOL 220 or BIOL 325 or BIOL 423.
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This course focuses on animal physiology with an emphasis on both invertebrates and vertebrates. Specifically, the course will focus on comparative mechanisms involved in physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, tissue, organ, system and whole organism levels. Inquiry-based laboratory exercises will examine physiological concepts using animal models.
- Prerequisites:
- CHEM 201, BIOL 423
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Study of types, arrangements and special adaptations of human tissues. Lab included.
- Prerequisites:
- Select 1 Course: BIOL 220, or BIOL 325, or BIOL 423.
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An exploration of behavioral strategy, communication, learning, and social systems of animals, with emphases placed on the causes, evolution, ecological implications, and function of behavior at the individual and population level. Lab included.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105, BIOL 106
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This course provides the basis for understanding hormones and the mechanisms of their actions in both the normal and pathological states. Sample topics to be included are diabetes, osteoporosis, hormones of reproduction and current social and medical issues related to the course.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105 and BIOL 106
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A practical and didactic approach to understanding the practices and challenges of managing wildlife populations. Course will focus on applying the ecology, development, physiology, and behavior of wildlife populations to specific management outcomes.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105, BIOL 106, BIOL 215, BIOL 306
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Plant functions such as water relations, mineral nutrition, translocation, metabolisms, photosynthesis, photorespiration, fat and protein metabolism, respiration, growth and development, phytohormones, reproduction and environmental physiology. Lab included. (One semester organic chemistry is recommended.)
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105, BIOL 106, BIOL 217, one semester organic chemistry recommended.
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Field identification of plants with emphasis on local flora. History systematic, techniques, plant biogeography, methods of plant collection, preservation, preparation of herbarium specimens are covered. Lab and field trips included.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 106
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Expands upon general principles of ecology to focus on the factors that regulate the distribution and abundance of plants, analysis of plant populations, dynamics of plant communities, and scientific communication. Lecture and lab (fieldwork) included. (Taking BIOL 217 is strongly recommended before taking this class.)
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 215 and BIOL 217
- Graduation Requirements:
- Writing Intensive
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Students will explore intricate disease mechanisms integrating molecular biology, clinical insights, and disease ecology while developing critical analysis skills and applying knowledge to real-world scenarios. The class will span primary human systems and focus on emerging treatments, diagnostics, and classifications through the evaluation of primary research literature and clinical case studies. Grades of at least a C or better are required in all prerequisite courses.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105, BIOL 106, BIOL 211 and Select 1 Course: BIOL 320, or BIOL 330, or BIOL 431, or BIOL 474.
This course will introduce students to the principles and practices of weed science. Lecture will cover topics including weed biology and ecology, an introduction to weed management techniques and methodologies, factors affecting weed control, and environmental issues associated with weed management. Course material will highlight weed management in cropping systems, non-row crop and right-of-ways, natural areas, and aquatic habitats. The laboratory component of the course will focus on weed identification, crop/weed competition, application techniques including effective herbicide use and current weed control practices.In addition to the the prerequisites listed, BIOL 217 is strongly recommended.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 215, BIOL 217
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This course will provide a comprehensive understanding of soil fertility, plant nutrition, and nutrient management in managed ecosystems. Specific ecosystem will include agricultural ecosystem. The course considers nutrient loading to the environment, organic matter dynamics, and low input concepts in soil fertility.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 215 and BIOL 217. Select 1 Course BIOL 104 or GEOL 104. Or Instructor Consent.
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