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Biology
BIOL 100
Introduction to the Profession
Introduction to the biological sciences,
scientific method, computing tools, and
interrelations of biological sciences with
chemistry, physics and other professions.
(2-0-2) (C)
BIOL 107
General Biology Lectures
This course emphasizes biology at the
organismal level. It provides an introduction
to the study of the structure
and function of plants and animals,
their origin and evolution, their reproduction
and genetics, their diversity
and ecological relations. BIOL 107 and
109 plus BIOL 115 and BIOL 117
constitutes a one-year sequence in biology.
Acceptable as part of the science
component of the General Education
Program. (3-0-3)
BIOL 109
General Biology Laboratory
A laboratory course to accompany
BIOL 107. Prerequisite: Concurrent
or previous enrollment in BIOL 107.
(0-4-2) (C)
BIOL 115
Human Biology
This course covers selected topics in biology
of particular relevance to humans
and to human health and disease. Topics
include biology of human cells and
selected organ systems; neurobiology
including psychoactive drugs and drug
addiction; development and birth
defects; genetics and genetic diseases;
toxicology; the immune system and
immunologic diseases such as AIDS;
human nutrition and nutritional
effects; and microbial human diseases.
BIOL 115 plus BIOL 107 (General
Biology) constitutes a two-semester
sequence in science. (3-0-3)
BIOL 117
Experimental Biology
A biology laboratory course to accompany
BIOL 115. A cellular approach to
the functional organization of organs
and organ systems. Laboratories will
include the application of experimental
methods and techniques for understanding
the relationships between cell
function and structure. (0-4-2) (C)
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BIOL 210
Microbiology Lectures
A study of microorganisms and their
relation to water, sanitation, soil, disease,
biotechnology, bioremediation,
bioinformatics and genetic engineering.
Prerequisite: BIOL 107 or BIOL 115
or equivalent. (3-0-3)
BIOL 214
Genetics and Genetic Technology
An introduction to genetic engineering
and genetics designed for both biology
and other science majors. The course
will focus on how the study of genetics
has been adapted, from contemporary
recombinant DNA research to the solution
of various practical problems in
biotechnology, agriculture, the environment
and the diagnosis and treatment
of disease. Basic aspects of transmission,
molecular and population genetics will
serve as the background. Prerequisite:
One semester of college-level biology,
e.g., BIOL 107 or 115, or consent
of the instructor. (3-0-3)
BIOL 225
Microbiology Laboratory
Isolation and identification of microorganisms,
microbial growth, design
of culture media, microorganisms as biocatalysts,
environmental microbiology,
quantitative microbiology, introduction
to microbial genetics, and genetic engineering.
Prerequisites: Concurrent or
previous enrollment in BIOL 210 or
consent of instructor. (0-4-2) (C)
BIOL 301
Literature Survey/MCAT Preparation
A course to familiarize pre-med students
with the biology literature and
prepare them for MCAT examinations.
(1-0-1)
BIOL 320
Biological Literature
Library research on an advanced topic
in biology, directed by a faculty member.
(0-4-2) (C)
BIOL 403
Biochemistry Lectures
Molecular organization of cell structures
and cell membranes. Proteins,
nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids,
their molecular structure, characterization
and chemical reactions. Enzymes
and enzyme-catalyzed reactions and
IIT Undergraduate Bulletin 1999-2001
metabolism. Prerequisite: BIOL 107 or
BIOL 115 and CHEM 237. (4-0-4)
BIOL 404
Biochemistry Laboratory
Analytical methods in the chemistry
and metabolism of proteins, amino
acids and nucleic acids, including
chromatography, spectrophotometry
and electrophoresis. Enzyme reactions.
Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent
enrollment in BIOL 403. (0-6-3) (C)
BIOL 414
Genetics for Engineering Scientists
A course in genetics and genetic engineering
designed for advanced students
in engineering and related disciplines.
The course will cover genetics at the
molecular, cellular, organismal, and population
levels as a basis for discussions of
practical applications of recombinant
DNA technology in industry and the
fields of medicine, agriculture, etc. A
term paper will be required in addition
to in-class examinations. Prerequisite:
Consent of the instructor. (3-0-3) (C)
BIOL 423
Microbial Genetics Laboratory
Quantitative techniques in microbial
genetics including mutagenesis, isolation
and characterization of mutants,
hybridization, random spore analysis
and gene complementation. Basic techniques
used in recombinant DNA
technology (genetic engineering) will
include restriction enzyme analysis and
mapping, cloning of DNA fragments
into plasmid vectors, transformation
of cells with recombinant DNA, isolation
and analysis of recombinant
plasmids, Southern blotting and PCR.
Prerequisites: BIOL 210, BIOL 225,
BIOL 403. (1-6-3) (C)
BIOL 430
Animal Physiology
Respiration; circulation; energy metabolism;
temperature regulation; water
and osmotic regulation; digestion and
excretion; muscle and movement; nerve
excitation; information control and
integration; and chemical messengers.
Emphasis on general principles with
examples drawn from various animal
phyla. Prerequisite: BIOL 107 or BIOL
115. (3-0-3)