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Biology
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Human Physiology |
| Prerequisite |
BIOL 115 OR CHEM 110 OR CHEM 110L OR CHEM 210 OR CHEM 210L BIOL 111 |
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| Description |
The study of human physiology from cellular homeostasis through organ systems. Includes the study of normal function, regulation, and integration of organ systems, and the implications of abnormal function. |
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Human Physiology Lab |
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| Description |
Lab that accompanies Biol 349 |
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| Title |
Microbiology |
| Prerequisite |
BIOL 115 CHEM 210 CHEM 210L BIOL 111 |
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| Description |
Covers concepts of basic and applied microbiology, emphasizing bacteriology and introducing virology and immunology. Laboratory covers basic microbiological techniques, identification of unknowns as well as a group research project. With lab. |
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| Title |
Microbiology Lab |
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| Description |
Lab that accompanies Biol 350 |
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| Title |
Cellular and Molecular Physiology |
| Prerequisite |
BIOL 111 BIOL 111L |
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| Description |
This course involves the biological, biochemical, and molecular study of homeostasis at the cellular level. Key concepts include protein function, membrane function, signal transduction, electrical conduction, and cellular and intracellular movements. |
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Cellular and Molecular Physiology Lab |
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| Description |
Lab component of Cellular and Molecular Physiology. |
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| Title |
Developmental Biology |
| Prerequisite |
BIOL 341 BIOL 115 |
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Course Outline |
| Writing Intensive |
Yes |
| Description |
A study of the mechanisms of development in a variety of biological systems, with analyses of changes from conception through aging. With lab. |
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| Title |
Developmental Biology Lab |
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| Description |
Lab to accompany Biol 365 sections. |
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| Title |
Exploring Biology |
| Lasc Area |
Goal 10 |
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| Description |
This course includes principles of biology with an emphasis on human biology, basic concepts in ecology, and the impact of specific environmental problems. The course includes two lab hours integrated into the bi-weekly meeting times. MnTC Goal 10. |
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Aquatic Biology |
| Prerequisite |
BIOL 111 BIOL 115 |
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Course Outline |
| Writing Intensive |
Yes |
| Description |
A general overview of aquatic ecosystems. This course includes basic physical and chemical properties of water (limnology), evolution and ecology of fishes (ichthyology), and resource conservation and management. With lab. |
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Molecular Biology |
| Prerequisite |
BIOL 341 |
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| Description |
Molecular biology of the gene with emphasis on gene structure and expression in eukaryotes. Topics include current techniques used to study genomes, genes and regulation of gene expression. |
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| Title |
Molecular Biology Lab |
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| Description |
This course is required for students in the Biology/Chemistry double major with an emphasis in Biochemistry and Biotechnology. The course may be used as an elective by students in other biology programs. |
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| Title |
Topics in Biology |
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| Description |
This is a topical course and may be repeated when the topic changes. |
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| Title |
Biochemistry I |
| Prerequisite |
CHEM 350 |
| Course Outline |
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| Description |
A survey of the chemistry and metabolism of living systems. Topics include buffers and biological buffering, structure, function and chemistry of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and enzymes, and introduction to metabolism and metabolic pathways. |
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| Title |
Principles of Animal Behavior |
| Prerequisite |
BIOL 341 |
| Course Outline |
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| Description |
The genetic, ecological, evolutionary and physiological aspects of animal behavior including the historical background, kin selection, communication, aggression, navigation, and reproductive behavior. With lab. |
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| Title |
Biochemistry Laboratory I |
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| Description |
Representative experiments in the quantitation, isolation and metabolism of naturally occurring substances. Techniques include: assay development, column chromatography, protein and nucleic acid isolation and analysis, protein electrophoresis, and enzymology. |
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| Title |
DNA as Destiny: Genetics and Society |
| Lasc Area |
Goal 9 |
| Course Outline |
Course Outline |
| Writing Intensive |
Yes |
| Description |
This course examines the various ethical, legal and social implications (ELSI) of genetic research and the applications of current and future applications of new genetic technologies. It is designed to provide students in any major, with the necessary background to make informed decisions about these issues in a socially and civically responsible manner. MnTC Goal 9. |
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| Title |
Biochemistry II |
| Prerequisite |
CHEM 400
BCBT 400
BIOL 400 |
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| Description |
A survey of the chemistry and metabolism of living systems and nucleic acids biochemistry. Topics include study of catabolic and biosynthetic biochemical pathways and their regulation, chemical messengers and signal transduction, integration of metabolic pathways and nucleic acids biochemistry and other advanced biochemistry topics. |
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Immunobiology |
| Prerequisite |
BIOL 350; or BIOL 236 and BIOL 341; or BIOL 438 |
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| Writing Intensive |
Yes |
| Description |
Covers the components and functioning of the immune system: emphasizes the immune system at the organismal level as well as the cellular and molecular levels. Listed prerequisites may be waived by consent of instructor. |
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| Title |
Immunobiology |
| Prerequisite |
BIOL 350L BIOL 350 |
| Course Outline |
Course Outline |
| Writing Intensive |
Yes |
| Description |
Covers the components and functioning of the immune system: emphasizes the immune system at the organismal level as well as the cellular and molecular levels. Listed prerequisites may be waived by consent of instructor. |
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