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BI 360 Microbiology 3 cr.
The morphology, nutrition, reproduction, and growth of
bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Topics in medical and applied
microbiology are also covered. Recommended prerequisite:
BI 270 or CH 214 or equivalent.
BI 361 Microbiology Laboratory 1 cr.
Laboratory includes the methods of culture, various staining
techniques, and methods of identifying bacteria. One
three-hour laboratory period weekly taken concurrently with
BI 360.
BI 391, 392, 393, 394 Special Topics 1-3 cr.
BI 405 Biochemistry II 2 cr.
Advanced biochemical theory and techniques used in
contemporary biochemical and molecular biology studies.
Prerequisite: BI/CH 305 or the equivalent.
BI 406 Biochemistry II Lab 1 cr.
Laboratory will focus upon theory and execution of
molecular biology techniques. Techniques include
preparation and analysis of DNA and RNA, enzymatic
manipulation of DNA, and polymerase chain reaction. One
three-hour laboratory period weekly, taken concurrently
with BI 405.
BI 418 Limnology 3 cr.
An interdisciplinary course dealing with physical, chemical
and biological characteristics of lakes, rivers, reservoirs, and
wetlands. Prerequisite: one semester of introductory
chemistry or biology.
BI 419 Limnology in the Field 1 cr.
Application and investigation of the physical, chemical and
biological aspects of aquatic habitats; provides training in
basic limnological methods for data collection and analysis.
Taken concurrently with BI/CH 418.
BI 420 Developmental Biology 3 cr.
A comparative study of patterns (embryology) and process
(genetic regulation) leading from fertilized egg to adult
organism. Prerequisite: BI 270. BI 350 recommended.
BI 421 Developmental Biology Laboratory 1 cr.
Laboratory studies including embryogenesis in chordates
and invertebrates; organogenesis in vertebrates. One threehour
laboratory weekly taken concurrently with BI 420.
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BI 430 Immunology 4 cr.
A comprehensive study of the fundamental principles and
recent advances in immunology. Topics include the cellular
and molecular control of the immune response, antibodies
and immunogenetics, immune system dysfunction, and
methods of immunoassay and diagnosis. Prerequisite: BI
270 or equivalent.
BI 460 Endocrinology 3 cr.
A systems approach to the study of the role hormones play
in controlling and coordinating organ development and
function. Prerequisites: BI 270, BI/CH 305, 306
BI 465 Research Methods 1 cr.
Lecture covering critical topics in the proper design and
execution of scientific research. Prerequisite: Permission of
instructor(s)
BI 466 Research Methods Laboratory 2 cr.
Laboratory course covering application of research design,
execution, data analysis and presentation. Prerequisite:
Permission of instructor(s)
BI 470 Advanced Cell Biology 3 cr.
Recent advances in molecular cell biology and molecular
genetics in eukaryotes and prokaryotes including control
of gene expression, RNA processing, oncogenesis and other
relevant topics. Prerequisites: BI 270 and CH 214 or the
equivalent.
BI 481, 482 Coordinating Seminar 1, 1 cr.
An in-depth study of some current aspects of biology not
covered in the required courses, including discussion of
recent journal articles plus an oral presentation of student
research papers.
BI 486, 487, 488, 489 Independent Research 1-3 cr.
An opportunity for qualified and capable students to do
independent research in the life sciences. Hours and credits
arranged with faculty advisor. Prerequisites: BI 465, BI 466
and permission of faculty sponsor.
BI 491, 492, 493, 494 Independent Study 1-3 cr.
An opportunity for qualified students to pursue independent
literature surveys of topics in the biological sciences. Hours
and credits arranged with faculty sponsor.