BIO 102 Introduction to Organ Systems - 4 credits
BIO 103 Evolution - 4 credits
BIO 104 Introduction to Plant Biology - 4 credits
BIO 105 Principles of Ecology - 4 credits
BIO 107 Principles of Biology I - 4 credits
BIO 108 Principles of Biology II - 4 credits
BIO 110 Plants in Our World - 4 credits
BIO 111 Anatomy & Physiology I - 4 credits
BIO 112 Anatomy & Physiology II - 4 credits
BIO 140 Introduction to the Human Body - 4 credits
BIO 141 Biology of Sex - 3 credits
BIO 220 Introduction to Evolution and Human Behavior - 3 credits
BIO 221 Pathophysiology - 3 credits
BIO 231 General Microbiology - 4 credits
BIO 232 Medical Microbiology - 4 credits
BIO 241 Nutrition - 3 credits
This course introduces animal form and function, and is designed for both science and non-science majors. Topics include the basic pattern of animal tissues and organ systems and the biochemical and physiological basis of organ system function within the context of evolution of animal adaptations. The laboratory component covers basic techniques in observation, analysis, and interpretation of data as related to the topics discussed in lecture as well as the study of animal structure using the fetal pig as a model. Students gain a basic knowledge of mammalian form and function of the digestive, circulatory, excretory, hormonal, reproductive, nervous, and sensory organ systems.
Prerequisite: BIO 101. F/S/SU
This course covers evolution theory and natural selection. Students interpret structural and behavioral variation in organisms, including humans; explain evidence for the theory of evolution; describe various research protocols for the study of evolution; analyze the process of human evolution and access its ecological impact; and apply evolutionary thinking in other major disciplines.
Prerequisite: BIO 101. S
This course introduces the formal concepts of the science of botany as well as the impact that plants have on humans and earth. Topics include plant structure, plant growth, diversity of plants, life cycles and natural history, major plant environments of the world, and the economic influence that plants have on our species. Students gain enhanced appreciation of the importance of plants in our lives and present the fundamental concepts used in the study of plants. In the laboratory component, students learn basic scientific investigation of the plant world.
Prerequisite: MAT 095 with a “C” or better on the MAT 095 departmental final exam or appropriate placement score.
Corequisite: ENG 101. F/S/SU
This course examines the fundamental concepts of ecology. Topics include ecosystem formation within the context of habitat, population, community, biodiversity, evolution, global change and conservation. The laboratory component emphasizes the basic concepts of field research.
Prerequisite: MAT 095 with a “C” or better on the MAT 095 departmental final exam or appropriate placement score.
Corequisite: ENG 101. F/S/SU
This course examines principles of molecular, cellular and physiological levels of living organisms. Topics include biomolecules, cell structure and function, cellular energetics, heredity and the molecular control of genes and evolution. The laboratory component focuses on scientific methodology, acquiring and interpreting data and experimental design. The course is designed for those planning to major in the biological sciences, biotechnology, biochemistry, or biomedical engineering.
Prerequisites: MAT 095 with a “C” or better on the MAT 095 departmental final exam or appropriate placement score
Corequisite: ENG 101 F/S/SU
This course examines the principles of organismal biology. Topics include evolution, comparative anatomy and physiology, diversity of biological organisms, and plant phylogeny and biology. The laboratory component focuses on scientific methodology, acquiring and interpreting data and experimental design. The course is designed for those planning to major in the biological sciences.
Prerequisite: BIO 101 or BIO 107
This course focuses on the uses of plants as food, medicines, drugs, energy, beverages, spices, perfumes, aphrodisiacs, fabrics, ornaments, and other enhancements. Students study the origins, history, botanical relationships and chemical constituents that make plants economically important. Topics include the history of agriculture: plant domestication: biodiversity: genetic engineering and biotechnology. Students also examine how cultural and social demands impact local and global species; ownership of plant knowledge; and the role of rural/indigenous keepers of native economies. The laboratory involves complementary topics such as deciphering a food package, making perfumes, testing drugs, identifying poisonous plants, examining cosmetics and personal products.
Prerequisite: ENG 100 or appropriate placement score; MAT 099 or appropriate placement score. S
This course examines the organization of the human body at the tissue, organ, and system level. Students study the structure and function of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems with emphasis on concepts of homeostasis, the complementary nature of structure and function, and the interrelationships of systems.
Prerequisite: BIO 101 or High School Advance Placement Biology
Corequisite: ENG 101. F/S/SU
Students study the structure and function of the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. The course emphasizes the roles that systems play in immunity and in fluid, electrolyte, and pH balance.
Prerequisite: BIO 111. F/S/SU
This course focuses on the basic structure and function of the human body and major principles of microbiology. Topics include the anatomy and physiology of the various systems as well as concepts from microbiology that pertain to disease transmission and prevention.
Prerequisite: ENG 100 or appropriate placement score. F/S/SU
This course explores human sexuality from a biological perspective with an emphasis on the evolution of sexual behavior. Students learn recent developments in the biology of human sexuality including information from the fields of evolutionary psychology and anthropology; the structure, function, and biochemistry of the human reproductive system; the evolutionary basis of human sexual behavior; and begin to integrate this knowledge into an understanding of their own behavior and that of the species as a whole. F
This course provides an introduction to the study of behavioral evolution, and draws insights from modern evolutionary theory, basic biology, paleoarchaeology, behavioral genetics, and behavioral ecology. Topics include: the scientific foundations of behavioral evolution; the scientific methodologies of behavioral evolution; the study of evolved behavioral mechanisms to solve the problems of survival, sex & mating, parenting & kinship, aggression, cooperation; group living, and conflict resolution. At the end of the course students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of - basic principles of behavioral evolution; the methods of research in the study of behavioral evolution; the application of evolutionary theory to the study of human behavior; the evolved behavioral mechanisms that influence human behaviors; a unique insight into their interactions with other humans; and a basis for the continued study of human behavior.
Prerequisites: BIO 101. F
This course focuses on the physiological changes associated with normal human function including alterations of cells, inflammation, changes in immunity, disorders of cell proliferation and differentiation, alterations in fluid, electrolyte and pH balance; alterations in perfusion, cardiac function, ventilation, elimination, and hormonal regulation. Students study the etiology, pathogenesis, morphological changes, diagnosis, and the clinical course of major and common diseases. Students learn about epidemiology, natural histories of disease, risk factors, and prevention of disease. Students gain an appreciation for the multi-factorial nature of disease and the interactions of the inflammatory response, environmental factors, and genetic predisposition in pathophysiology.
Prerequisites: BIO 112. S
This course explores the morphology, growth, metabolism, and genetics of microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Topics include microbial growth, identification, genetic manipulation techniques used in the biotechnology industry, pathogenicity, disease transmission, and immunology. The course emphasizes documentation, data manipulation, and experimental design.
Prerequisites: BIO 101 or BIO 107. S
This course examines the major groups of pathogenic bacteria. Topics include microbial control, immunization, and the physiological problems these microorganisms produce on body tissues. Student learn the general structure and function of bacteria, viruses, molds, fungi, and rickettsiae; the factors which make these microbes pathogenic, and how these factors induce the disease state; how the human body fights infection naturally; and, methods of natural and passive immunization.
Prerequisite: BIO 112 or CHM 123 or CHM 105. F/S/SU
This course covers the nutrients including proteins, minerals, and vitamins; their sources; their digestion, absorption, and cellular function. Students also examine nutrition in pregnancy and lactation; nutrition of the elderly; obesity; fad diets; and food preservation.
Prerequisite: BIO 101 or BIO 111. F/S/SU