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Biology
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Issues in Human Biology |
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Goal 2 |
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Human biology is a wide field that includes human physiology, genetics, medical studies and how humans impact the environment. We are bombarded with information about everything from green tea to intelligent design. Our students will be the scientific resources for their families and peer groups; they need to know how to wade through non-science to get to the facts. This course uses data and "news" to teach students how to properly sift through all this material and logically draw conclusions based on fact. MnTC Goal 2. |
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Human Biology |
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Goal 3 |
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Biological basis of human structures and functions with references to genetics, development, nutrition and disease. For non-science majors. MnTC Goal 3. |
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Biology Today |
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Goal 3 Lab |
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This course offers an issues-oriented approach to the learning of biology. This course is designed to encourage critical evaluation of biological information providing students with a biological literacy that will enable them to make appropriate decisions affecting their own lives and the well-being of society. Course should be taken concurrently with Biol 109. For non-science majors; majors or minors in Biology should take Biol 111. MnTC Goal 3. |
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Biology Today Lab |
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Twelve hours of laboratory experience will provide an understanding of the scientific method, the relationship between hypotheses and theories, data collection, analysis, and communication of results. Course should be taken concurrently with Biol 109. MnTC Goal 3. |
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Cell Biology |
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Fundamental concepts of the structure, function and reproduction of cells. Lab included. |
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Cell Biology Lab |
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Lab that accompanies Biol 111 |
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Organismal Biology |
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This course is designed for biology majors. The course will address biological diversity, primarily in plants and animals. Organismal diversity will be presented within an evolutionary context. Relationships between form and function as well as relationships of organisms to their environments will be addressed. Lab included. |
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Organismal Biology Laboratory |
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Lab that accompanies Biol 115. |
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Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
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Goal 3 Lab |
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This is the first course in a two-course sequence of introductory lecture and laboratory human anatomy and physiology. The course examines the fundamental concepts of human structure and function including cells and tissues; integumentary, skeletal, articulations, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems; and sense organs. Intended for nursing students and not as a substitute for BIOL 323 and BIOL 349 required for the major in Biology: Health and Medical Sciences. MnTC Goal 3. |
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Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
| Prerequisite |
BIOL 125 |
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Goal 3 Lab |
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This is the second course in a two-course sequence of introductory lecture and laboratory human anatomy and physiology. The course examines the fundamental concepts of human structure and function including cardiovascular function, lymphatic system, nonspecific defense and immunity, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, fluid/electrolyte and pH balance, and reproductive system. Intended for nursing students and not as a substitute for BIOL 323 and BIOL 349 required for the major in Biology: Health and Medical Sciences. MnTC Goal 3 |
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Topics in Biology |
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This is a topical course and may be repeated when the topic changes. |
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Introduction to Microbiology |
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Goal 3 Lab |
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Focuses on bacteria, viruses and other microbes and their influence on humans, especially on activities related to human health. Addresses the nature of scientific inquiry, along with key microbiology concepts. Lab is required. Basic laboratory skills include bacterial cultivation, aseptic technique, microscopy, bacterial quantitation. Intended for students in nursing. Not intended for students majoring in the biological health and medical sciences. MnTC Goal 3. |
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Intro Microbiology Lab |
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Lab for Introduction to Microbiology. MnTC Goal 3. |
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Introduction to Public Health |
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Goal 8 |
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This course will introduce students to the broad and multidisciplinary field of public health. Students from any major, will be introduced to the current, local and global issues in public health, and will be provided necessary background to understand the importance of scientific evidence and collaborative approach towards addressing these issues. MnTC Goal 8.
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Quantitative Biology |
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BIOL 111 and BIOL 115 and MATH 127 |
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The application of mathematics and statistics to biology that includes lab which will emphasize computer applications. |
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Topics in Biology |
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This is a topical course and may be repeated when the topic changes. |
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Biology of Women |
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Goal 3 Lab |
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A study of the gender-related aspects of the biology and behavior of women, including a critical examination of research in this field. Appropriate as an elective only for Biology majors who choose the Health and Medical Science emphasis or the Life Science Emphasis. Lab included. MnTC Goal 3. |
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General Botany |
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BIOL 115 |
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This course is designed for the biology major and is a comprehensive introduction to the plant kingdom including the following topics: life-history, reproduction, structure, and physiology. A laboratory is included and involves self-paced microscopic and macroscopic analysis of living and preserved specimens. |
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General Botany Lab |
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Lab that accompanies Biol 305 |
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Pacific Northwest Ecology |
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Goal 10 |
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This three credit summer travel course allows students to study general ecological principles and regional natural history within the context of a variety of ecosystems in the Pacific Northwest, including coastal, alpine, freshwater stream, lake, and river, and temperate rainforest systems. The ecological consequences and the science behind specific environmental and conservation issues are explored. The concept of local and global sustainability is a pervasive theme throughout the course. Prerequisite: One college-level science course. MnTC Goal 10. |
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