BIO 111(3-2-4)
Fundamentals of Biology
This course is a survey of the fundamentals of biology with emphasis on humans. It will examine the relationship of humans as organisms to the physical and biotic environment and some of the internal systems of humans. This course does not satisfy any requirement for the Math/Science, Computer Science, or Science degrees
PR: one year of high school science
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BIO 112(3-2-4)
Human Biology
This course considers the human being as a whole organism, with emphasis on human body systems, diseases from malfunctional perspective, environment, and hereditary traits. Laboratory topics cover simple internal anatomy, genetic problems, food borne disease investigation, and presentations on human diseases. This course does not satisfy any requirement for the Math/Science, Computer Science or Science degrees.
BIO 115(3-0-3)
Current Topics in Biology
This is a one-semester course which will address some of the major problems and issues in biology. Cell structure and function, the nutritional needs of cells and organisms, the universal nature of the genetic code which allows genetic engineering, the effects of pollutants and the basic concepts of ecology are among the topics which will be covered. An appreciation of the scientific method and the types of questions science can answer will be fostered.
BIO 141(3-3-4)
Biology I
This first semester of a one-year course explores in depth the principles of modern biology. The development of molecular biology and its techniques will be examined, along with its impact on modern concepts of cell structure and physiology, cell reproduction, energy transfer. Genetics, including the structure and role of DNA, is examined. Changes in DNA over time, that is, evolution and adaptation, are discussed. The laboratory portion of the course consists of topics correlating with lecture and designed to lead the student into independent and/or team research and thought. There is a semester-long research project on Mendelian Genetics.
PR: Three years of high school math, high school biology and chemistry (taken within the past three years) or BIO 111 or BIO 112 and CHM 113 (taken within the past two years).
F
BIO 142(3-3-4)
Biology II
This is the second semester of a one-year course exploring in depth the principles of modern biology. Lecture/discussion, reading of original reports and papers and laboratory projects are included. The development of molecular biology and its techniques will be examined as it relates to the biology of the organism. Topics include behavior, population biology and ecology, and the origin, evolution and diversity of life. The laboratory portion of the course consists of a series of student projects designed to lead the student into independent and/or team research and thought.
PR: BIO 141
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BIO 151(3-3-4)
Anatomy and Physiology I
This is the first course of a lecture/laboratory sequence designed for students of the allied health fields. The lecture topics covered are anatomical medical terminology, cell structure, tissues, the skin, skeletal system, muscular system and nervous system. The laboratory topics include cells, tissues and an examination of the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Both gross and microscopic work are emphasized.
PR: Three years of high school mathematics, high school biology and chemistry (taken within the past three years); or BIO 111 or BIO 112 and CHM 113 (taken within the past two years).
BIO 152(3-3-4)
Anatomy and Physiology II
This is the second course of a lecture/laboratory sequence designed for students of the allied health fields. The lecture topics covered are: the cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, digestive, immune, lymphatic, urinary, and reproductive systems, and in addition, metabolism, fluid and electrolyte balance. The laboratory work covers the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Both macroscopic and microscopic work are emphasized.
PR: BIO 151
BIO 154(3-0-3)
Introduction to Pharmacology
This course is a survey of the fundamentals of pharmacology and is designed for students in nursing or other health related fields. It will examine the basic understanding of drug actions, drug absorption, bioavailability, distribution, metabolism and excretion; the administration of therapeutic drugs; drugs that affect the nervous, cardiovascular, and renal systems; drugs with actions on smooth muscle; endocrine drugs; chemotherapeutic drugs; antimicrobials; cancer chemotherapy; immunopharmacology; special aspects of pediatric, geriatric, dermatologic and gastrointestinal pharmacology.
PR: BIO 151 and 152 and high school chemistry or CHM 113 or equivalent; higher level of chemistry preferred.
S
BIO 161(3-0-3)
Nutrition in Health and Disease
This is a one-semester course primarily for students in nursing and other allied health fields. Topics include definitions of nutrients and how body physiology handles them, nutrition during the life cycle, basics of diet therapy and patient care.
PR: One year of high school science
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BIO 241(3-3-4)
Microbiology
This is a course in the fundamental principles of the biology of microorganisms. The topics include the morphology, physiology, and disease production capacity of microorganisms, protective mechanisms of hosts, control of microorganisms, genetic engineering and biotechnology, industrial microbiology, and microbial ecology.
PR: BIO 141 or 151 or permission of the department
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