2008-2009 Academic Catalog - Queens University of Charlotte

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BIOL 320 Zoology
A survey of the various animal phyla from the protists through the vertebrates. Emphasis is
on the phylogenetic history, evolutionary trends and the relationship between structure and
function among animals. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week. Lab
fees apply. Spring Term, Every Year. 4 Hrs.
BIOL 330 Field Studies in Biology
Field studies in selected habitats or of particular groups of plants or animals. Prerequisite: Principles
of Biology I. Fall Term Odd Years. 4 Hrs.
BIOL 360 Biology Seminar
An introduction to reading and researching scientific literature and research proposal writing.
The course also addresses issues dealing with ethical conduct as a scientist. This course fulfills
the writing intensive requirement. Spring term, Every year. 3 Hrs.
BIOL 390 Biology Lab Assistant
Practical experience as a laboratory assistant in the department. May be repeated once for
credit. Grading is P/NR. Prerequisite: 12 hours of biology with a grade of B or better and
permission of the department. Fall Term, Spring Term, Every Year. Pass/No Record 0 Hrs.
BIOL 391 Biology Lab Assistant
Practical experience as a laboratory assistant in the department. May be repeated once for
credit. Grading is P/NR. Prerequisite: 12 hours of biologywith a grade of B or better and
permission of the department. Fall Term, Spring Term, Every Year. Pass/No Record Repeatable
for a total of 2 Hrs. 1 Hr.
BIOL 400 Cell Biology
Study of cell structure and physiology. Laboratory emphasizes research methods, including instruments
and techniques used in studying cells. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory
a week. Lab fees apply. Prerequisite: BIOL 209 and at least one year of college chemistry.
Spring Term, Every Year. 4 Hrs.
BIOL 401 Comparative Physiology
Study of the function of vertebrate systems. Comparisons made to invertebrate systems where
appropriate. Includes lecture and laboratory experimentation. Three hours lecture and three
hours laboratory a week. Lab fees apply. Prerequisite: BIOL 209 and 320. Fall Term, Even
Years. 4 Hrs.
BIOL 402 Genetics
Principles of heredity and variation in plants and animals. Three hours lecture and three hours
laboratory a week. Lab fees apply. Prerequisite: BIOL 209. Fall Term, Every Year. 4 Hrs.
BIOL 403 Developmental Biology
A study of the development of animals set within the framework of classical embryology and
current molecular biology. Emphasis will be placed on the molecular events which govern the
processes of fertilization, cleavage, gastrulation, organogenesis and pattern formation. The
laboratory will highlight experimental approaches to studying development. Lab fees apply.
This course fulfills the writing-intensive course requirement. Three hours lecture and three
hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 209. Spring Term, Odd Years. 4 Hrs.
BIOL 450 Independent Study In Biology
Research projects in the area of the student's interest; written report and/or oral examination
may be required. Prerequisite: BIOL 208 and permission of the instructor. Repeatable for a
total of 6 Hrs. 1-4 Hrs.
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