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University Arts and Sciences Course Descriptions
BIOL 200 Principles of Ecology
Ecology is the study of the distribution and
abundance of organisms, and the interactions
that determine distribution and abundance.
This course provides an introduction to the
major principles of ecology. Ecological concepts
are discussed as they apply to individuals,
populations, communities, and ecosystems. Basic
statistical methods for ecology are used to analyse
data gathered in field and laboratory experiments.
BIOL 104 and 106 each with a grade of “C”
or better, or written permission of
the Instructor and School Chair.
BIOL 202 Principles of Genetics
This course provides the student with a knowledge
of classical and reverse genetics. Topics covered
include Mendelian inheritance, chromosome
theory of heredity, sex determination, mutation,
the structure and function of genes, molecular
genetics, and the genetic structure of populations.
Experimental techniques used in molecular
genetics are also introduced.
BIOL 104 and 106 with a grade of “C” or better,
or written permission of the Instructor
and School Chair.
BIOL 204 Cell Biology
This course provides the student with a thorough
knowledge of cell structure and function. Topics
covered include biomolecules, membranes,
organelles, cell movement, cell signaling, gene
regulation, and transcription and translation.
Experimental techniques used in modern cellular
and molecular biology are also introduced.
BIOL 104 and 106 with a grade of “C” or better,
or written permission of the Instructor
and School Chair.
BIOL 206 Introductory Biochemistry
This course provides an introduction to biochemistry
including protein structure and function, and
representative catabolic and anabolic pathways.
Topics covered include water, enzyme kinetics
and enzyme structure and function. Experimental
techniques used in biochemistry and molecular
biology are also introduced.
Biology 104 and 106 with a grade of “C” or
better, or written permission of the Instructor
and School Chair.
NOTE: Students are advised to take CHEM
212 as a prerequisite and CHEM 213 concurrently
with BIOL 206.
BIOL 210 Biology of Vascular Plants
This course provides a study of vascular plants
emphasizing anatomy, evolution of structure,
taxonomy, and ecology. Topics include cell and
tissue types, growth and development, basic physiology
and comparative studies of the divisions of
vascular plants. A final case study of timberline
plants draws the different subject areas together
for a practical review. Lab work involves working
with live samples and prepared slides of important
plant tissues, learning how to identify shrubs in
winter, carrying out a greenhouse experiment, and
participating in a field trip.
Biology 104 and 106 with a grade of “C” or
better.
BIOL 212 Microbiology
This course is a survey of the microbial world,
with discussions of the medical and ecological
significance of key organisms. The biology
of micro-organisms (including bacteria and
viruses) is a key focal point, but there will also be
discussions of immunology and pathology. The
laboratory component will build basic skills necessary
to perform and interpret research in the fields
of medical microbiology, industrial microbiology,
environmental microbiology, immunology and
virology. A basic knowledge of biology will be
presumed, including basic cell biology, ecology,
physiology, biochemistry and metabolism.
Biology 104 and 106 (or another six credits
of 100-level biology) with a grade of “C”
or better, or written permission from the
instructor and School Chair.
BIOL 214 Vertebrate Morphology
This course provides experience in the functional
and evolutionary analysis of vertebrate structure.
The course is required or recommended in most
degree programs in animal biology, zoology,
conservation biology, environmental biology,
ecology, physiology, and health sciences. The term
vertebrate morphology refers to the structure
of back-boned animals (fish, amphibians,
reptiles, birds, and mammals). The Biology
214 curriculum emphasizes the development of
communication, problem-solving, self-directed
learning, information retrieval, and critical thinking
skills. The course includes laboratory, seminar,
investigative, report-based, and problem-based
learning exercises.
Biology 104 and 106 with a grade of “C” or
better.
BIOL 220 Investigations in Biology
A field or laboratory project course taught
cooperatively by department faculty and some
community agencies. Data collection, report
writing, seminar presentation, and lab analytical
procedures will be taught as required to carry out
an approved project. For university second year
unassigned credit.
BIOL 104 and 106, and prior completion of
at least one second year Biology course and
a grade point average of 2.5 or better.
Chemistry
CHEM 050 Basic Principles of Chemistry
This introductory course is designed to be
equivalent to Chemistry 11 at the high-school
level. Chemistry is introduced as a experimental
science. Chemical symbols, nomenclature and
the quantitative aspects of chemical reactions are
emphasized. The fundamentals of classical atomic
and molecular structure are presented. The field
of organic chemistry is briefly introduced. The
laboratory experiments provide opportunities
to work with standard labware and apparatus,
to observe a variety of chemical reactions and to
carry out some quantitative measurements.
Math 49; Math 050 should be taken
concurrently.
CHEM 110 Fundamentals of Chemistry
This introductory general chemistry course leads
into science or engineering programs for students
who have taken Chemistry 11 (or equivalent)
or who need improvement to their chemistry
background. It provides an extensive review of the
fundamentals of chemical nomenclature, reactions
and stoichiometry involving solids, gases and solutions.
Current theories of atomic and molecular
structure are introduced. The lab portion of this
course is the same as CHEM 122.
CHEM 11 or CHEM 050, and Principles of
MATH 11 or Math 050. Principles of Math 12
or Math 051 is recommended. Each course
must have a grade of “C” or better.
CHEM 122 General Chemistry I
This introductory general chemistry course leads
into science or engineering programs for students
who have a solid chemistry background, including
Chemistry 12 or equivalent. After a short review
of fundamental chemistry, classical and quantum
mechanical concepts are used to discuss atomic
and molecular structure. The lab work stresses
scientific observations and measurements using
chemical syntheses and quantitative analyses.
CHEM 12 or CHEM 110, and Principles of
MATH 11 or Math 050. Principles of Math 12
or Math 051 is recommended. Each course
must have a grade of grade of “C” or better.
CHEM 125 Foundations of Chemistry II
This general chemistry course is the continuation
of either Chemistry 110 or Chemistry 122.
Chemistry 125: Foundations of Chemistry II
begins with an investigation of intermolecular
forces in liquids and solids, followed by the
colligative properties of solutions. Next, it presents
the principles of equilibria applied to pure
substances and aqueous solutions of acids, bases
and salts. The laws of thermodynamics applied to
chemical substances are introduced. The field of
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