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BIO-3800 Biological Research
–Fa, Sp
2 hours
Student participate in an inquiry-based research project under
the direction of a faculty mentor. The project stresses methods
of science including literature reviews, experimental design, data
collection, data analysis, and interpretation and communication of
the results. The research project may be geared toward completion
of the senior seminar capstone experience.
Prerequisites:
sophomore status; permission of instructor.
(Fee: $150)
BIO-3810 Biological Research Internship
–Fa
1–2 hours
Student will participate in an 8–10 week summer undergraduate
research program of their choosing at an accredited university
or medical facility. Prior to participation in the research program,
the student must have the program approved by the biology
faculty member in charge of the course. In addition, the student
will receive a progress report form which will be filled out by the
student and signed by the student’s research advisor. To receive
credit for the course, the student must turn in the progress report
along with a copy of their laboratory notebook or research log,
submit a 5–10 page research summary, and meet with the faculty
member in charge of the course.
Prerequisite: completion of the
first two years of the biology core.
BIO-4210 Advanced Cell Biology
–Fa
4 hours
In-depth study of the cell includes the following topics: normal
cell physiology and division, differentiation, basic signaling
pathways, and programmed cell death. Study of cell pathogenesis,
aberrant signaling mechanisms, and other elective topics of
current agricultural or biomedical interest may be included. Three
lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisites:
BIO-2250 Cell Biology.
(Fee $100)
BIO-4220 Signal Transduction
–Sp
3 hours
Study of major cellular signaling pathways in normal function
and disease. Emphasis upon current discoveries and analysis
of current, peer-reviewed literature in the field. Online course.
Prerequisites: BIO-2250 Cell Biology.
BIO-4300 Molecular Biology of the Cell
–Fa
4 hours
Study of the molecules that make up the living cell, with
emphasis on nucleic acid biology and protein biology. Other
topics include origin of life, abiogenesis, and a historical analysis
of the discovery of DNA and proteins.
Prerequisites: BIO-1110
Introduction to Biology; CHEM-3510 Organic Chemistry.
(Fee:
$100)
BIO-4310 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation
–Fa
3 hours
This course covers eukaryotic gene regulation which
encompasses the knowledge of both basal and regulated
transcriptional machinery, how these proteins are regulated,
how they regulate gene expression, and their role in cancer
progression. Emphasis is placed on the role of chromatin structure
and epigenetics in gene expression.
Prerequisite: BIO-3300
Genetics.
BIO-4350 Immunology
–Fa
4 hours
Study of the human immune system, including descriptions
of basic immunological phenomena, biochemistry of antibodies
and antigens, the cellular and genetic components of the
immune response, and immunopathology. Students will also
learn immunological techniques commonly used in clinical and
research applications. Three lectures, one three-hour lab per
week.
Prerequisite: BIO-1110 Introduction to Biology, BIO-2250
Cell Biology, and BIO-3300 Genetics.
(Fee: $100)
BIO-4410 Developmental Biology
–Fa
4 hours
Systematic study of the mechanism of reproduction,
gametogenesis, and organogenesis, with an emphasis on
human development. Morphological laboratory study of selected
vertebrates will reinforce the lecture material. Three lectures
and one lab per week.
Prerequisites: Junior status as a biology
major or premed chemistry major, or BIO-3450 Human Structure
and Function, or GBIO-2015 Human Anatomy and Physiology
II and permission of instructor, or GBIO-2020 Human Anatomy,
Physiology and Pathophysiology, and permission of instructor.
(Fee: $100)
BIO-4450
2 hours
Introduction to Human Gross Anatomy
–Fa, Sp
This course will prepare students for the first–year medical
school gross anatomy course. The course is laboratory–based and
will introduce students to various surgical/dissection techniques
and enhance student’s understanding of human anatomy through
a systems based approach. Areas of focus include the muscular,
nervous, cardiovascular, digestive, and respiratory systems.
Prerequisite: BIO-1110 Introduction to Biology; BIO-2250 Cell
Biology; BIO-3450 Human Stucture and Function I; BIO-3460
Human Structure and Function II; and permission of instructor.
(Fee: $200)
BIO-4710 Principles of Bioethics
–Fa
3 hours
Christian principles of bioethics, with an emphasis on
personhood and the sanctity of human life. Three lectures per
week.
Prerequisites: completion of core biology curriculum; junior
status.
BIO-4770 Pathophysiology
–Sp
3 hours
Study of the abnormal functions of the human body during
disease. Includes case study discussions and research writing.
Three lectures per week.
Prerequisite: BIO-3450 Human Structure
and Function I, permission of instructor. Corequisite: BIO-3460
Human Structure and Function II.
BIO-4800 Senior Seminar–Biology
–Fa, Sp
1 hour
In this capstone course required of all senior biology majors,
students compile data from laboratory, field study, or extensive
literature research and give an oral presentation. Approval of
the topic must be given by the student’s academic advisor. The
student must also attend a minimum of 10 seminars during the
senior year.
Prerequisites: Senior status; attendance of a minimum
of 10 seminars prior to the senior year.
BIO-4880 Topics in Biology
1–3 hours
Topics of special interest by the biology faculty from the areas
of modern biology.
Prerequisites: Junior status; permission of
instructor.
BIO-4900 Independent Study: Biology
–Fa, Sp
1–3 hours
Supervised independent study of a particular biological
phenomenon. Submission and approval of a research proposal
must precede registration.
Prerequisites: major in biology;
permission of advisor.
BIO-4910 Environmental Biology Internship
–Fa, Sp
4 hours
An opportunity to participate in an internship experience
involving research projects with field biologists, ecologists,
environmental health scientists, or environmental educators,
depending upon the student’s vocational preference. Involves
department faculty or faculty in conjunction with local or state
agencies or private institutions. Provides practical experience
in field biology and ecology techniques related to habitat
characterization, monitoring, management, and restoration.
Prerequisites: BIO-1120 General Zoology; BIO-2500 General
Botany, BIO-2600 General Ecology; permission of instructor.
(Fee:
$25)
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Course Descriptions
BIO-3800 – BIO-4910