2002-2003 - The University of Scranton

BIOL 100 Staff
*(E)Modern Concepts 4 credits
of Biology
Exploration of the practical impact which
modern biological concepts have on our
lives. Topics include cell function, genetics,
plant and human biology, genetic engineering,
cancer, AIDS and dying. Provides a
framework for making informed ethical decisions
regarding pertinent biological issues.
Three hours lecture; two hours lab. Fall only.
BIOL 101 Staff
(E)Introduction to 3 credits
Biological Science
An introduction to the fundamental concepts,
principles and theories of modern
biology. Critical components of the
course include a discussion and application
of the scientific method in discovery
and learning, discussion of experimental
and statistical techniques, examination of
the historical and cultural fabric of biological
science, and discussion of the impact
of biological research and development on
modern society. Three hours lecture.
BIOL 105 Dr. Conway
(E)Biodiversity 3 credits
An examination of the variety of animal
and plant species, especially in the two
most diverse ecosystems: the coral reef
and the tropical rain forest. The foundations
of biological diversity will be studied:
ecology, systematics, evolution and
biogeography. The effects of historical,
cultural, economic, religious and political
forces on biodiversity will be analyzed.
Current topics will be discussed, such as
deforestation, human population growth,
endangered species and global warming.
Three hours lecture.
BIOL 108 Dr. Voltzow
*(E)History of Life on Earth 3 credits
Sequence of appearance of life on earth
based on the geological record. Topics
include the origin of life on earth, patterns
and processes of the fossil record, and an
introduction to the diversity of life, past
and present. Three hours lecture.
BIOL 110 & 111 Staff
*(E)Structure and Function 8 credits
of the Human Body
A general study of the anatomy and physiology
of the human organism, emphasiz-
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ing the body’s various coordinated functions
from the cellular level to integrated
organ systems. Three hours lecture, two
hours lab each semester.
BIOL 141 & 142 Staff
*(E)General Biology 9 credits
A comprehensive study of the nature of living
organisms, both plant and animal, their
structure, function, development and relationships,
including the problems of development,
heredity and evolution. Three hours
lecture, three hours lab each semester.
BIOL 195 Dr. Conway
(E)Tropical Biology (O, P) 3 credits
Study of tropical communities with
emphasis on the coral reef. Introduction
to a variety of other tropical areas, such as
sandy beaches, turtle grass beds, mangrove
swamps, tide pools, rocky shores,
and rain forests. Approximately two
weeks will be spent at a biological station
in the American tropics. Swimming proficiency
required. Intersession only.
BIOL 196 Dr. Conway
African Photo Safari (O, P) 3 credits
Natural history of Eastern Equatorial
Africa with special emphasis on the delicate
ecological balance between plant and
animal communities. The savannah plains,
tropical mountain forests, northern frontier
and Great Rift Valley will be visited for
first-hand study of the tremendous diversity
of fauna and flora. Intersession only.
BIOL 201 Dr. Kwiecinski
(E)Anatomy & Physiology 3 credits
(Prerequisite: BIOL 101) An introduction
to the biochemical, cellular, tissue and
organismal organization of selected body
functions; structure in relation to function
is emphasized. Three hours lecture.
BIOL 202 Dr. McDermott
(E)The ABC’s of Genetics 3 credits
Heredity for the non-science major, with
emphasis on the human. Provides the
background necessary for the non-scientist
to understand his/her own hereditary background
and to have informed opinions
about societal issues related to genetics.
Includes Mendelian, molecular, and population
genetics, evolution, genetic diseases,
genetic engineering, etc. Three
hours lecture.