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Department of Natural Sciences
BIO201 General Biology I [3-3, 4 cr.]
This course is an introductory, yet
comprehensive, study of the chemical,
cellular, and the tissue organization of life, the
transfer of energy through living systems, the
expression of genetic information, essential
microbiology principles, as well as a discussion
of the major characteristics of viruses,
bacteria, fungi, protists, and plants.
BIO202 General Biology II [3-3, 4 cr.]
This course is an introduction to the
classification of the Animal Kingdom, and an
in depth discussion of animals and plants,
with particular emphasis on the study, and a
comparison, of structures and functions, and
of tissues and the organ system, all within
the context of diversity of life as shaped by
evolution.
Prerequisite: BIO201 General Biology I.
BIO203 Introduction to Ecology [3-0, 3 cr.]
This course introduces the organization
of individual organisms into populations,
communities, and ecosystems. It focuses on
the interactions between living organisms and
their physical environment. Concepts such
as diversity, competition, natural selection,
adaptation, climate changes, migration,
extinction and deforestation are covered.
Additionally the course tackles concepts of
environmental microbiology in relation to
pollution, remediation and recycling of liquid
and solid wastes.
BIO311 Microbiology [3-0, 3 cr.]
This is a course intended for the Biology Major,
and covers principles of microbiology, and the
impact these organisms have on man and
the environment. Topics include the history of
microbiology, a survey of the different types
of microorganisms, prokaryotic cell structure
and function, microbial nutrition and growth,
control of microorganisms and microbial
metabolism, physiology, genetics, interaction
of microorganisms with other forms of life, role
of microorganisms in disease, immunity, and
other selected applied areas.
Prerequisite: BIO201 General Biology I.
BIO312 Microbiology Lab [0-3, 1 cr.]
This course explores the ubiquitous nature
of microbes. The overall objective is to
implement exercises which allow students to
obtain a hands-on experience in many of the
microbiological techniques routinely employed,
with emphasis on the methodological, and
clinical, relevance of the procedures. Students
connect theoretical lectures to the practical
applications in medicine, environment, and
other related fields.
Prerequisite: BIO311 General Biology I.
Pre-or Co-requisite: BIO 311
BIO321 Genetics [3-0, 3 cr.]
This course is a study of the factors governing
heredity, and variation, in plants and animals,
on the classical and modern levels, with
an emphasis on molecular and microbial
genetics, and an introduction to recombinant
DNA technology.
Prerequisites: BIO201 General Biology I.
BIO322 Genetics Lab [0-3, 1 cr.]
This course familiarizes students with topics
ranging from DNA structure and organization,
to cellular division, through meiosis and
mitosis, and karyotype analysis. Students will
acquire a hands-on laboratory experience
in Mendelian genetics, by performing
experiments with Drosophila melanogaster
and Zea mays. It also includes problem solving
sessions in Mendelian and non-Mendelian
population, and in bacterial and yeast genetics
that will help the students to understand the
theoretical portion of the course.
Pre or Co-requisite: BIO321 Genetics.
BIO331 Ecology [3-3, 4 cr.]
This course covers the study of the relationships
between living organisms and their environment.
Major concepts related to the structure,
function, organization, and regulation, at various
levels (population community, ecosystems, and
biomes), are covered via theory, laboratory
work, and field trips.
Prerequisites: BIO201 General Biology I, and
BIO202 General Biology II.
BIO341 Plant Physiology [3-0, 3 cr.]
This course covers the study of fundamental
processes underlying survival, growth
development, and normal functions of plants,
with special emphasis on photosynthesis,
respiration, mineral nutrition, water absorption
and transpiration, translocation of solutes,
hormonal control, and development.
Prerequisites: BIO202 General Biology II, and
CHM312 Organic Chemistry II.
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