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Course Descriptions
LOWER LEVEL
C070. Foundation of Biology (4 s.h.) F
Foundations of Biology is one semester Core A course for students
not majoring in a natural science. This course is recommended for
students majoring in elementary education. The course consists of
three hours of classroom activities and two hours of laboratory
each week. The curriculum will focus on major concepts of
Biology, including: Evolution by Natural Selection. Energy,
Matter and Organization of living systems. Reproduction and
Inheritance. Growth, Development and Differentiation. Maintenance
of Dynamic Equilibrium. Interaction and interdependence of
organisms. Instruction will consist primarily of classroom and
laboratory activities of various type.
C071. Human Biology (4 s.h.) (SA/D-2) FS
Not available for biology major credit; no credit if either
Biology C083 or C084 is previously taken.
An introduction to the principles of biology using the human as a
model organism. The course covers biomolecules; the heredity,
development, structure and function of the human body; and the
relationship of humans to their environment. Laboratory.
C072. Ecosystems (4 s.h.) (SB) S
Prerequisite: Anthro 0060 or 0061 and Anthro 0158 or
permission of the instructor. Biology C071. Not available for
biology major credit.
Ecological principles and energy interactions in ecosystems,
elements controlling population size and the resources governing
population interactions, with particular emphasis on the
influence of human activity on various ecosystems.
C073. Applied Biology (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Biology C071. Not available for biology major
credit.
Emphasis on recent development in the application of biological
knowledge that benefit humans and the environment. Topics
include: mammalian cell culture and applications, recombinant DNA
and human gene therapy; plant tissue culture, plant breeding and
transgenic crops; development and production of compounds for
treatment of diseases; development of biological methods for
insect control; biological control of weeds; immunology and AIDS.
C074. Plants, Food, World Hunger (3 s.h.) (SB/D-2) F
Prerequisite: Biology C071. Not available for biology major
credit.
Lectures cover the biology of plant growth, physiology, and
reproduction; the genetic basis for plant breeding; plant
improvement by genetic engineering; the role of crop plants in
human nutrition; effects of the Green Revolution; world food
production in developed vs. developing countries.
C075. Human Heredity (4 s.h.) (SB/D-2) S
Prerequisite: Biology C071. Not available for biology major
credit.
Emphasis on the transmission and expression of genetic
information in humans. Topics include: introduction to Mendelian
and molecular genetics; mutations and the genetic code;
hereditary disorders and genetic counseling; the genetics of
cancer, and immunity; and implications of genetic technology.
C080. Human Development (4 s.h.) (SB/D-2) FS
Prerequisite: Biology C071. Not available for biology major
credit.
The basic biology of mammalian reproduction and development:
sperm and egg production, fertilization, contraception, fetal
development, genetic disorders and birth defects, contribution of
heredity and environment to human development, and hormone
cycles.
C083-C084. General Biology (4 s.h. each) (SA-SB/D-2)
FS
Laboratory required.
General introductory biology for non-biology majors. First
semester includes cell physiology (intro), origins of life,
taxonomy, principles of evolution, animal evolution, and a survey
of physiology. Second semester includes biological molecules,
biochemistry, molecular biology, and genetics.
C085. Marine Biology (4 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Bio. C071 or Bio. C072. Not available for
biology major credit.
Introduction to life in the oceans, including a survey of marine
habitats, associated life forms, their interactions with each
other and the transfer of energy within and between ecosystems.
Cooperative studies of topics such as: Biology of El Nino,
Overfishing; introduced Marine Organisms; Destruction of Marine
Wetlands; Symbiosis in the Oceans; Biology of Deep Sea Organisms,
etc. One all day field trip.
UPPER LEVEL
0103. Introduction to Biology (4 s.h.) FS
Prerequisite: Successful completion of one year of college
chemistry (Chem. 0071-0072 or equivalent) with a grade of C- or
better in both semesters and concurrent enrollment in Organic
Chemistry (Chem.0121 or equivalent). One year of college level
calculus is strongly recommended but not
required.
This course and Bio. 104 makeup the introductory course for
biology majors. Bio 0103 and Bio 0104 may be taken in any order.
However, students must complete both courses with a grade of C-
or better before they will be allowed to take the second required
courses (Bio 0203 and 0204) in the biology curriculum.
Bio 0103 provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts of
biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology and genetics.
Topics covered include the structure of important biological
macromolecules, enzyme kinetics, metabolic pathways,
photosynthesis, cell changes during mitosis and meiosis, DNA
replication, transcription, translation and genetic analysis.
0104. Introduction to Biology (4 s.h.) FS
Prerequisite: Successful completion of one year of college
chemistry (Chem. 0071-0072 or equivalent) with a grade of C- or
better in both semesters and concurrent enrollment in Organic
Chemistry (Chem.0121 or equivalent). One year of college level
calculus is strongly recommended but not
required.
This course and Bio. 0103 make up the introductory course for
biology majors. However, students must complete both courses with
a grade of C- or better before they will be allowed to take the
second required courses (Bio 0203 and 0204) in the biology
curriculum.
Bio 0104 covers evolutionary principles, an introduction to
ecology, and anatomy and physiology of plants and animals with an
emphasis on vertebrate systems. Concepts and facts discussed in
lecture will be closely integrated with laboratory observation
and experimentation.
0109-0110. Cooperative Research in Biochemistry (3
s.h.) FS
Restricted to biochemistry majors enrolled in the Cooperative
Program.
Independent research carried out in an off-campus laboratory.
Research will be jointly supervised by a biochemistry faculty
member and the research director of the off-campus laboratory.
Written permission must be obtained in advance from the
supervising faculty member and one of the co-administrators.
Student must present a seminar on campus describing the
scientific aims of the project, the experimental design, and the
conclusions drawn from the experiments.
0190-0191. Extradepartmental Studies (2-3 s.h.) FS
Not available for biology major credit. Approval of the
biology Honors Committee required.
Permits students doing independent study projects at other
universities or in a work situation to obtain credit for that
work. Students must be biology majors who have completed Biology
0103, 0104, 0203, and W204. Students must obtain a sponsor on the
Biology Department faculty to oversee their work and act as a
liaison between the outside institution and the Biology Honors
Committee. A written research report is required.
0192-0193. Cooperative Studies (2-4 s.h.) FS
For students enrolled in a Cooperative Program; not for
biology concentration credit.
Students obtain a job through the Cooperative Placement Office.
Course grade based entirely on a research paper, related in
subject matter to the job and prepared under the supervision of a
Biology Department faculty member. The student is responsible for
finding a departmental supervisor.
0195. Independent Study (2-3 s.h.) FS
Not available for biology major credit. Students must obtain
a sponsor and approval of the Biology Honors Committee.
Research under the direction of a faculty member.
0203. Genetics (4 s.h.) S
Laboratory and Recitation. Prerequisite: Completion of
Biology 0103-0104 and Chemistry 0121-0122 with a C- or better in
each course. Required for major in biology.
Examines the basic principles and problems of classical,
biochemical, and molecular genetics. Laboratory experiments
provide an introduction to genetics and molecular biology.
W204. Cell Structure and Function (4 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Chemistry 0122, and Corequisite: Physics 0121
(C- or better in each course). Required for major in biology.
Laboratory.
The chemistry and biological functions of important small
molecules and macromolecules of the cell. Concept: the functions
of cells are rooted in structures, and the structures themselves
derive their characteristics from their chemical components.
0227. Principles of Ecology (4 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Biology 0103-0104 and 0203. Required field
trips and field projects are an integral part of the course.
Examination of the structure, functions, and interactions of
ecosystems at the physical, chemical, and biological levels.
Comparative treatment of both terrestrial and marine ecosystems.
0233. Mammalian Anatomy (4 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: One year of General Biology.
A study of the development and gross anatomy of the human. In the
laboratory, the dissection of the cat, together with pertinent
illustrations from man and other animals, provides a comparative
survey of the anatomical structure of mammals.
0234. Mammalian Physiology (4 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Introductory Biology or Biology 0233, one year
of chemistry, math, and physics. Laboratory required.
Emphasis on the physiology of the normal human; consideration of
disease states as counter-illustrations. Certain comparative
aspects of physiology are introduced. When appropriate,
discussions of function extend to the physical and biochemical
level. Laboratory.
0235. General Histology (4 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Biology 0104. Laboratory required.
A study of the fundamental techniques used in preparing tissues
for microscopic examinations, followed by a detailed study of the
various types of normal tissues and organs in mammals with
emphasis on correlations between structure and function.
Laboratory.
0236. Freshwater Ecology (4 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Biology 0104.
The interrelationships between biological, chemical and physical
factors in freshwater environments. Lectures and laboratories
address general ecological principles (population dynamics,
community structure, energy flow and nutrient cycling) as they
apply to plants and animals in lakes, ponds, streams and wetland.
Up to two field trips.
W237. Marine Environments I (4 s.h.) SS
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing in Biology or Geology
and written permission of instructor. Grade list of completed
courses. Knowledge of basic statistics will be helpful.
Introduction to the local marine environments of the northeastern
United States through lectures, laboratory, and onsite field
work. One required independent research project on the
interaction of a common marine organism with its environment. The
results will be written up in scientific journal style. Two or
three required field trips.
0238. Marine Environments II (4 s.h.) SS
Prerequisite: Bio. W237 is co-or prerequisite for Bio. 0238,
plus junior or senior standing in Biology or Geology and written
permission of the instructor. Statistics 022 or 0278 recommended.
Introduction to field research methods and the analysis of data.
Lectures emphasize the biological and physical interactions that
structure intertidal and subtidal marine communities. Two team
field research projects followed by writing of a research paper
in scientific journal style. Three or four required field trips.
0241. Invertebrate Biology (4 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Biology 0104.
An introduction to the biology of the invertebrate phyla
including insects. Demonstrations of the patterns of invertebrate
evolution by consideration of morphology, behavior, development,
physiology, and ecology of representative organisms. Laboratory.
0245. Marine Ecology (4 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Bio. 0104 or Bio. C083-C084, with final grades
of B or better).
A survey of the concepts of aquatic ecology in estuarine and
marine ecosystems, emphasizing the organization and maintenance
of the major aquatic communities in response to the physical,
chemical, and biological characteristics of the environment,
modes of energy transfer, physiological adaptation, life history
characteristics, and functional morphology. Laboratory exercises
stress comparative measurement of biological diversity in the
marine environment. One or more field trips required.
0254. Animal Behavior (4 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Biology C083-C084, or Biology 0103-0104.
Explores the biological basis of behavior in vertebrate and
invertebrate animals. Stresses physiological mechanisms that
underlie behavioral responses: the receptor systems which mediate
responsiveness to stimuli, and the neural and hormonal systems
that integrate and control the behavior. The course also examines
social, territorial, and reproductive behavior; the development
and evolution of behavior; learning and imprinting; the
relationship between circadian rhythms, sun-compass orientation,
and animal navigation.
0265. Embryology (4 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Biology 0203 (or corequisite).
A comparative study of vertebrate embryonic development,
including gametogenesis, fertilization, early embryology, and
analysis of differentiation of organs, tissues, and cells. The
laboratory consists of simple experiments on all aspects of
development, supplemented by examination of slides and models.
Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory a week.
0292. Junior Honors Seminar (3 s.h.) S
Admission by application to the Biology Honors Committee.
Discussion of research problems and methods as part of laboratory
research. Designed to acquaint students with concepts of modern
biology and to prepare them for independent research. Students
should obtain a faculty sponsor before applying for admission.
Graduation credit but not elective credit awarded.
0300. Directed Readings (3 s.h.) FS
Available as an elective for biology major credit by petition to
the Biology Honors Committee, prior to registration. The student
must make a written agreement with a biology faculty member
detailing the course of study to be followed and the mechanisms
of evaluation. This agreement must be submitted to the
undergraduate adviser and Honors Committee for approval. This
course is available only for areas of study in which the
department does not present normal course work.
0304. Research Tech. Neuroscience (4 s.h.) F
This course is intended to give students a hands-on approach to
experimental neurobiology. Sensory input, central processing and
motor output will be explored using preparations that include;
vital staining and synaptic plasticity of invertebrate
neuromuscular units; action potentials from plants; monitoring
and modifying electric discharge patterns of weakly electric
fish; responses of crayfish stretch receptors; mapping and
physiological properties of visual units in the frog brain;
bursting cells in mollusk ganglia. Students will learn
extracellular and intracellular single unit physiological
recording and stimulating. Physiological signals will be
processed by modern laboratory computers. Independent projects
based on earlier preparations will be carried out towards the end
of the semester.
0310. Evolution (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Completion of Biology 0203 (or equivalent
majors-level genetics course) with a grade of C- or better.
A lecture and discussion course for upper-level science majors
and graduate students. Topics covered include Darwinism and
neo-Darwinian theory, theories and experimental evidence for
microevolution (population genetics, adaptation, natural
selection, sexual selection, speciation) and macroevolution
(classical and molecular techniques used to understand the
evolution of groups of organisms).
0315. Behavioral and Neural Genetics (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Completion of Biology 0203 (or equivalent
majors-level genetics course) with a grade of C- or better.
A lecture and discussion class for upper-level science majors and
graduate students. We discuss experiments in which genetic and
molecular techniques are used to analyze the mechanisms
underlying behavior. We will analyze the effects of mutations on
simple reflex responses to chemical stimuli and light, complex
sexual behaviors, and endogenous phenomena such as circadian
rhythms and learning that modify behaviors.
0317. General Microbiology (4 s.h.) S
Corequisites: Biology 0203 and Chemistry 0122.
A general survey of bacteria and archaea. Topics include:
classification; physiology, growth, and environmental impact;
genetics and gene recombination; evolutionary relationships.
Laboratory topics include pure culture, identification, growth
characteristics, and genetics.
0320. Human Genetics (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Biology 0203 or permission of instructor.
A lecture course in human heredity, emphasizing the mechanisms of
inheritance and gene action in humans. Topics covered are
molecular genetics, population genetics, and patterns of gene
transmission.
0322. Plant Genetics (3 s.h.) S (offered every even
year)
Prerequisite: Biology 0203.
Current molecular and genetic analyses of classical problems in
the genetics of higher plants.
0324. Molecular Biology (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Biology 0203 or 0102, with a grade of C- or
better and Chemistry 0122.
A comprehensive introduction to molecular genetics and the
biochemistry of DNA, RNA, and proteins. The structure and
expression of genes in both prokaryotes and eukaryotes will be
discussed with special emphasis on DNA replication,
transcription, and translation. Current journal articles covering
recent developments in modern molecular biology and genetic
engineering will be covered.
0325. Research Techniques in Molecular Biology (4
s.h.) F
Prerequisite: A grade of B or better in Biology 0203 and
permission of the instructor. Biology 0324 is recommended but not
required.
Laboratory instruction in the techniques used in modern molecular
biology and molecular genetics. This course takes a
problem-oriented approach toward teaching the methods of DNA and
RNA analysis that are used in determining the structure and
function of genes. Practical experience in the preparation of DNA
and RNA, modern cloning methods, restriction enzyme mapping
hybridization analysis, DNA sequencing, and PCR techniques will
be provided.
0329. Development Genetics (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Biology 0203 and 0204.
The role of genes during the periods of determination and
differentiation in eukaryote development. Emphasis on the
regulation of gene function and the relationship between gene
function and the molecular and developmental interactions which
culminate in the adult phenotype.
0330. Cell Biology (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Biology 0204.
Recent developments in cell biology will be discussed. Topics
will include the cytoskeleton, cell cycle, and cell motility.
0333. Advanced Techniques in Microscopy (3 s.h.) F
This course will provide a survey of modern techniques in
microscopy. Students will acquire a thorough grounding in general
principles of optics and conventional microscopy, and learn the
theory of many methods current in biology and medicine,
fluorescence, confocal microscopy, video microscopy, and digital
image processing and analysis.
0340. Advanced Invertebrate Biology (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Biology 0241-0242 or permission of instructor.
A study of the mechanisms of development using invertebrates as
model systems. The class will address developmentally significant
questions relevant to both vertebrates and invertebrates,
including: role of lineage vs. position in determination,
induction of polarity, genetics and molecular biology of
segmentation, and pathfinding in the nervous system. Emphasis is
on the advantages of comparative biology and invertebrate systems
for analyzing patterns in development.
0344. Research Techniques (4 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Chemistry 0371 or Biology 0375.
Laboratory instruction in techniques used to investigate
biological problems. Techniques include spectrophotometry, column
chromatography, various types of electrophoresis, separation of
macromolecules, two-dimensional analytical protein separation,
affinity chromatography, isolation of plasmid DNA,
transformation, immunoassay, enzyme kinetics, radioisotope
techniques, pulse-labeling, and analysis of radioactive products.
If time permits, students will be given a small research project.
0352. Neurobiology (3 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
A comparative survey of vertebrate and invertebrate neurobiology
intended to acquaint the student with structure and function at
the level of the cell or small groups of cells.
0354. Neural Basis of Animal Behavior (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: One semester of neurobiology.
An exploration of the relationship of neural activity and
connectivity to behavior. Topics include motor control, object
recognition, and learning. Examples from both vertebrate and
invertebrate species. Analytic and synthetic approaches.
0355. Biological Clocks (3 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: One year of General Biology.
This is a lecture course dealing with the subject of the rhythms
of life-daily and seasonal. The nature of the clock, the means
for resetting the clock, the clock's use in navigation, and the
relationship of the clock to the environment.
0356. Organization and Development of the Nervous
System (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Biology 0204 or permission of instructor.
This course covers developmental, anatomical, and integrative
aspects of the nervous system. The relationship of form to
function will be studied in a variety of systems both
invertebrate and vertebrate. The course is intended to complement
Neurobiology 0352/0452 so that students will have a perspective
on neuroscience ranging from the molecular to the systems level.
0363. Genetic Control of Mammalian Development (3
s.h.) FS
This course covers mammalian embryogenesis, and (1)
macromolecular synthesis and onset of zygotic gene activity; (2)
the effects of the male and female genomes on development; (3)
the effect of chromosome and gene imprinting on development; (4)
the production of, analysis of and use of, transgenic mice; (5)
the expression of protooncogenes and oncogenes during
development; and (6) the expression of homeoboxes and their
effects as transgenes during development. With the exception of
normal development, all of the topics are taught from journal
articles.
0364. Biochemical Embryology (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Biology 0203, 0204.
Examination of current models concerning cytodifferentiation in
vertebrate embryos, and some of the data that has been used in
support of these models.
0365. Mammalian Development (3 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Biology 0203 and 0265 or permission of
instructor.
Mammalian Development will be taught using primary references.
Course will cover gametogenesis, fertilization and pre- and
post-implantation stages. Genetic mutations and experimental
procedures will be used to define developmental interactions.
0367. Endocrinology (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: General Biology and Organic Chemistry.
Broad coverage of "chemical messengers," occurrence,
biochemistry, and physiology. Vertebrate endocrinology with minor
treatment of invertebrates and plants.
0370. Comparative Animal Physiology (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Biology 0103-0104 and 0233 or equivalent;
Chemistry C071-C072 or equivalent.
A study of the experimental approach to understanding how animals
have adapted physiologically to the unique physio-chemical
conditions of different environments. Topics include comparison
of metabolic rates, osmo- and thermo-regulation, and reproductive
processes among animals living in diverse aquatic and terrestrial
habitats. Animals' physiological adaptations are correlated with
their morphology, life cycles, and behavior. Vertebrate animals
are stressed. There is an opportunity for students to do reports
on particular animals or physiological systems that interest
them.
0371. Cell Proliferation (3 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Biology 0203 and W204 or consent of instructor.
Cell proliferation and its control: model systems, comparisons of
proliferating cells with non-proliferating cells, controls of
cell division and how that control is modified in proliferative
diseases such as cancer, and the relationships between
proliferation and differentiation. Readings will be taken from
the literature.
0374. Physical Biochemistry (3 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Chemistry C071-C072, C073-C074, or C091-C092,
two semesters of calculus, and one semester of calculus-based
physics; Pre- or Corequisites: second semester physics.
The course covers those aspects of computer simulation of
molecular dynamics and statistical mechanics of use to
biochemists and biologists interested in molecular modeling. The
course is computer intensive.
0375. General Biochemistry I (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Chemistry 0122 and Biology 0103 or permission
of instructor.
Properties of water (pH and buffers); Chemistry of amino acids
and proteins including non-covalent interactions; carbohydrates,
nucleotides and nucleic acids; lipids and membranes; enzyme
mechanisms and kinetics; control of enzyme activity;
bioenergetics and oxidative metabolism; biophysics and chemistry
of photosynthesis.
0376. General Biochemistry II (3 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Biochemistry I 0375.
Replication of DNA, transcription, and translation.
0381. Membrane Biochemistry and Biophysics (3 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Biology 0204, 0234, or permission of instructor.
Elementary treatment useful for preprofessional students.
Membrane equilibrium, diffusion, proton motive, cellular
homeostasis, ionic basis of nerve and muscle function,
purification, cloning and molecular physiology of channels,
porters, and pumps.
0384. Organogenesis (3 s.h.) S
Prerequisite: Biology 0265 or permission of instructor.
An analysis, based upon the experimental literature, of the
processes which result in organogenesis during embryonic
development. Emphasis on correlations between morphological and
biochemical specializations. Topics include patterns of
differentiation, morphogenetic movements, epithelial-mesenchymal
interactions, and the role of extracellular matrix in
differentiation.
0385. Contemporary Biology (3 s.h.) F
Prerequisite: Biology 0204, 0234, or permission of
instructor.
Advanced discussion of selected topics.
0387-0388. Advanced Special Topics in Biochemistry (3
s.h.) FS
Prerequisite: Chemistry 0371 or permission of instructor.
Advanced lecture course. Subject matter varies from semester to
semester.
0391-0392. Honors Research (4 s.h., 2-4 s.h.
respectively) FS
Prerequisite: Senior standing and a GPA of 3.0 or better.
Available for Biology major credit (one elective course) by
recommendation of the faculty sponsor and approval of the Biology
Honors Committee.
Research under the supervision of a faculty member. A written
report and an oral presentation of the student's research are
required in Biology 0392. Upon completion, the student is awarded
Distinction in Biology.
0393-0394. Research in Biochemistry (3 s.h.) FS
Written approval must be obtained in advance from the faculty
member and one of the co-administrators.
Research in the laboratory of one of the biochemistry faculty.
0396. Honors Seminar in Biochemistry (3 s.h.) S
Admission to this course and the honors track as well as
recommendation for graduation with honors must be approved by the
Biochemistry Committee. This course required for graduation with
honors.
Student presentation of research done in this course (and Biology
0393, 0394) or a comprehensive presentation of a topic selected
jointly by student and adviser. Emphasis placed on analysis of
experimental techniques, quantitative interpretation of the data,
logical analysis of controls, and implication of the results.
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