2009-2011 - Benedict College

214 SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
BIOLOGY
The Biology Program offers courses in Pre-professional Biology. The major prepares students to:
pursue careers in a wide range of life sciences in industry, government, and private enterprise;
do graduate work in Biology; and
enter a professional school of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing or other health
care field or veterinary science.
BIOLOGY COURSES
STEM 111,112, 211, 212, 311, 312, 411, 412 Seminars
(Course descriptions for all seminars are on pages 69-70.)
Credit 1 hour ea.
Bio 140 General Biology
credit 4 hrs.
General Biology is an integrated service course in the biological sciences, including botany and zoology.
Topics include taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, genetics, and ecology. Three 1-hour lecture periods
and one 2-hour laboratory period. This course does not count for credit toward the Biology major
requirements. Science majors should take Bio 147 and Bio 148.
Bio 147 Principles of Biology I
credit 4 hrs.
An introduction to the study of the biology of plants and animals is presented, emphasizing basic principles
common to all living things. Topics covered include detailed examples from plants and animals,
including: the cell and cell division, genes and gene function, energy transformation (photosynthesis
and cellular respiration), nutrient procurement and processing, and gas exchange. Three 1-hour lecture
periods and one 2-hour laboratory period.
Bio 148 Principles of Biology II
credit 4 hrs.
A continuation of Principles of Biology I. Topics covered include internal transport; fluid regulation;
chemical control effectors; and development, evolution, and ecology in plants and animals. Emphasis
placed upon evolutionary patterns, morphological adaptations, and life cycles, particularly in the
Metaphyta and Metazoa. Three 1-hour lecture periods and one 2-hour laboratory period. Prerequisite:
Bio 147.
Bio 212 Medical Terminology
credit 1 hr.
This course is designed to increase students' knowledge and usage of medical and scientific
termi¬nology by examining stems, prefixes, and suffixes. One hour per week.
Bio 233 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
credit 3 hrs.
The structural and functional characteristics of man's ten organ system are covered. Basic concepts
of the human body are presented to non-science majors. Principal topics covered include levels of
organization, support, movement, and integration. Three 1-hour lecture periods. This course does not
count as a biology elective for biology major or minor requirements. Prerequisite: Bio 140 with a grade
of "C" or above or permission of the instructor.
Bio 234 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
credit 3 hrs.
A continuation of Human Anatomy and Physiology I. Topics covered include coordination, processing,
transportation, and reproduction. Three 1-hour lecture periods. This course does not count as a biology
elective for biology major or minor requirements. Prerequisites: Bio 233 with a grade of "C" or better.
Bio 248 Genetics
credit 4 hrs.
An introduction to transmission and biochemical genetics is presented. Selected topics in population
genetics are treated. The emphasis is placed on those aspects of genetics which relate to human
health and to current social issues. Laboratory work includes study of Drosophila, plants, fungi, and
bacteria. A senior research paper is required. Three 1-hour lecture periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Prerequisite: Bio 148.
Bio 310 Bio 311, Bio 312, and Bio 313 Special Topics in Biology
credit 1 hr.
Topics of special interest to students and faculty are treated in depth. The format emphasizes studentfaculty
interaction. One hour per week. Prerequisite: Bio 148, Chem 148.