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BIO-248 Forensic Biology *
A course designed to explore the biological techniques used in forensic
biology. Topics may include forensic serology, forensic entomology,
DNA analysis, environmental issues relating to decomposition, decay
rates, the collection of specimens and the analysis of biological and
physical samples. Includes a weekly three-hour lab.
Prerequisite: BIO-122 or permission of the instructor
BIO-252 Genetics
(F)*
Discussion of the organization, replication, transmission, expression
and evolution of genetic materials. The course is organized around
the levels of genes, chromosomes, organisms and populations. Topics
include the expression, control and mutation of genes; the molecular
organization and information coding; replication, repair, transmission
and mutation of chromosomes; the relation between genes, genotype,
phenotype and environment; and the genetic structure and variability
of populations, including selection and speciation. Throughout the
course, methods of investigation will be explained. The structure and
operation of genetics as a science will also receive attention. Includes a
weekly three-hour lab.
Prerequisite: BIO-122
BIO-315 Field Biology (ENV-315) *
A course designed to increase the exposure of students to organisms
in their field settings. Topics discussed include biogeography, the
observation of the integration of structural and functional diversity in
local ecosystems, techniques in taxonomy, population sampling, and
hypothesis testing in the field. Some field work will be scheduled for
Saturdays. Includes a weekly three-hour lab or field work.
Prerequisite: BIO-235 or permission of the instructor
BIO-322 Plant Physiology *
An examination of physiological mechanisms of plant growth and
development. Topics include water relations, the movement of
water and solutes, photosynthesis, nutrition, the production of plant
substances, plant hormones, photomorphogenesis and periodism.
Includes a weekly three-hour lab.
Prerequisite: BIO-122
BIO-336 Physiological Psychology (PSY-336)
(W)*
BIO-341 Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology I
(F)*
An investigation of the anatomy and physiology of mammals and their
organ systems with special emphasis on the nervous, muscular, and
endocrine systems in humans. Topics include the needs of an organism,
the organization of the body and the physiology of nerves, muscles and
glands. Includes a weekly three-hour lab.
Prerequisite: BIO-122 or permission of the instructor
BIO-342 Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology II
(W)*
A continuation of BIO-341. An investigation of the anatomy and
physiology of mammals and their organ systems with special emphasis
on the homeostatic and reproductive systems of the body. Topics
include cardiovascular regulation, water balance, respiration, digestion
and reproduction. Includes a weekly three-hour lab.
Prerequisite: BIO-341
BIO-352 Developmental Biology *
A study of irreversible biological phenomena at the molecular, cellular
and organismal level. Topics include oogenesis, spermatogenesis,
fertilization, cleavage, morphogenesis, cell interactions, induction, cell
differentiation, pattern formation and sex determination. Includes a
weekly three-hour lab.
Prerequisite: BIO-231 or 241 or 252
BIO-362 Microbiology
(F)*
An introductory course which provides an understanding of microbial
structure and biochemistry, and includes practical experience in the
handling and maintenance of microbial cultures. Topics include the
classification and identification of micro-organisms, the role of microorganisms
in health and disease, and the application of microbial
processes in industry. Includes a weekly three-hour lab.
Prerequisite: BIO-231 or permission of the instructor
BIO-365 Biochemistry I (CHE-365)
(F)*
An introduction to the structure, function and analysis of the
major classes of chemicals found in living organisms: proteins,
carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids. An introduction to the activity
and analysis of enzymes. Includes a weekly three-hour lab.
Prerequisite: BIO-231 and CHE-264 or permission of the instructor
BIO-366 Biochemistry II (CHE-366)
(W)*
A continuation of BIO-365. Topics include kinetics of enzyme
catalyzed reactions, thermodynamics, cofactors, and a study of the
major degradative and biosynthetic pathways of metabolism. Includes
a weekly three-hour lab.
Prerequisite: BIO-365
BIO-441 Neurobiology
(W)*
This course provides a detailed exploration of the basic physiological
processes that occur within the nervous systems of various organisms.
Emphasis is placed on the invertebrate nervous systems and the manner
by which simple systems can be used to gain a better understanding of
the mammalian brain. Includes a weekly three-hour lab.
Prerequisite: BIO-341 or 336
BIO-455 Evolutionary Biology
(W)*
An examination of the theories of biological evolution and their evidence.
Prerequisite: BIO-252
Corequisite: BIO-231
BIO-467 Endocrinology *
This course provides basic knowledge of the structure and function
of the endocrine system in a variety of organisms ranging from
invertebrates to man. The role of endocrine glands in growth and the
reproduction and maintenance of homeostasis are described, as well as
the neurological pathways coordinating the timing of hormone release.
Includes a weekly three-hour lab.
Prerequisite: BIO-231 or 241
BIO-485-86 Honours Independent Study
Available in areas such as developmental biology, genetics, ecology,
invertebrate physiology and zoology.
For information on setting up an independent study see page 51.
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