BIOB
General Biology
BIOB 100IN ORGANISM FUNCTION BIOB 105CS INTRODUCTION TO BIOTECHNOLOGY BIOB 110CS INTRODUCTION TO PLANT BIOLOGY BIOB 160 PRINCIPLES OF LIVING SYSTEMS BIOB 170IN PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY BIOB 205 METHODS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY BIOB 256 INTRO BIOL: CELLS TO ORGANISMS BIOB 258 INTRO BIOL:ORGANISM TO POPULATIONS BIOB 260 CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY BIOB 290R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH BIOB 291R SPECIAL TOPICS BIOB 298 INTERNSHIP BIOB 318 BIOMETRY BIOB 375 GENERAL GENETICS BIOB 377 PRACTICAL GENETICS BIOB 385 GENETIC ANALYSIS BIOB 412 HYBRIDOMAS BIOB 413 FLOW CYTOMETRY BIOB 414 ADVANCED MICROSCOPY BIOB 415 ADVANCED IMMUNOLOGY METHODS BIOB 420 EVOLUTION BIOB 424 ETHICAL PRACTICE OF SCIENCE BIOB 425 ADV CELL & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY BIOB 430 PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY BIOB 438 DEVELOPMENTAL MECHANISMS BIOB 475 GENOME SCIENCE BIOB 476R GENE CONSTRUCTION BIOB 478 FUNCTIONAL GENE EXPRESSION BIOB 480 CONSERVATION GENETICS BIOB 484 POPULATION GENETICS BIOB 490R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH BIOB 491 SPECIAL TOPICS BIOB 494 SEMINAR/WORKSHOP BIOB 497 EDUCATIONAL METHODS:BIOLOGY BIOB 499 SENIOR THESIS/CAPSTONE BIOB 524 ETHICAL PRACTICE OF SCIENCE
BIOB 100IN ORGANISM FUNCTION
F 3 cr. LEC 3
-- Provide students with an understanding of methods used to discover
and create factual and theoretical knowledge of Organismal Biology.
Emphasis on disciplinary methods, including kinds of questions asked,
and methods used by biologists. Comparison of plant and animal systems
with respect to structure and function, and examination of ecological
adaptations.
BIOB 105CS INTRODUCTION TO BIOTECHNOLOGY
F 3 cr. LEC 2 SEM 1
-- Introduction to an ever-growing industry. Course is designed to demonstrate
the significance of biotechnology in today's world. Lecture series presented
by research professors, social scientists, and industrial experts. Cross-listed
with BIOB 105.
BIOB 110CS INTRODUCTION TO PLANT BIOLOGY
S 3 cr. LEC 3
-- Provides an understanding of basic plant science principles and the
related environmental components that impact society. Current questions
in plant biology, agriculture, and ecology are used to develop problem-solving
skills and integrative thinking.
BIOB 160 PRINCIPLES OF LIVING
SYSTEMS
F,S 4 cr. LEC 3 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: CHMY 121 or CHMY 141.
-- Introduction to cellular organization and function. Topics covered
include synthesis and function of macromolecules, cell organelles and
structure, energy transformations in living systems, respiration, photosynthesis,
the cell cycle, classical genetics, molecular genetics, and biotechnology.
BIOB 170IN ORGANISMAL BIOLOGY
F,S 4 cr. LEC 3 LAB 1
-- This course examines the biology, ecology, and evolutionary relationships
among living organisms. All forms of life will be considered, from single
celled prokaryotes to multicellular eukaryotic plants and animals .
BIOB 205 METHODS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
F,S
PREREQUISITE: BIOB 105, BIOB 105, BIOB 105.
-- This course will challenge students in the biotech major to learn a series of essential molecular techniques focusing on research and faculty interaction. The techniques learned will be highly applicable to the biotech industry, giving students a post-graduation competitive edge.
---Department of Plant Sciences/Plant Pathology
BIOB 256 INTRO BIOL:CELLS TO
ORGANISMS
S 4 cr. LEC 3 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: BIOL 195, STAT 216 and CHMY 141 with a grade of "C-"
or better.
-- Introduction to form and function in the animal and plant kingdoms.
Topics will include circulation and gas exchange, chemical signals,
reproduction, nutrition, and the animal nervous system. Laboratories
will be inquiry based with mathematical and computational applications
to biological problems.
BIOB 258 INTRO BIOL:ORGANISMS
TO POPULATIONS
S 4 cr. LEC 3 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: or BIOB 260, STAT 216 and M 161 or M 171.
-- An introductory course in ecology and evolution with in-depth coverage
of topics in micro- and macroevolution, behavioral ecology, population
ecology, community ecology, and biodiversity. The laboratory portion
of the course will include material on biological diversity, evolutionary
processes, and ecological processes.
BIOB 260 CELLULAR & MOLECULAR
BIOLOGY
F 4 cr. LEC 3 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: STAT 216 and CHMY 141 and BIOB 256 and CHMY 143 with a
grade of "C-" or better.
-- Introduction to biological macromolecules, cell structures and function,
and gene structure and expression. The laboratory portion will include
both wet labs and computer-based modules.
BIOB 290R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
F,S 1-6 cr. IND may be repeated
-- Directed undergraduate research which may culminate in a written
work or other creative project. Course will address responsible conduct
of research.
BIOB 291R SPECIAL TOPICS
On Demand 1 - 4 cr. Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: None required but some may be determined necessary by
each offering department.
-- Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular
one-time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability
and demand before requesting a regular course number.
BIOB 375 GENERAL GENETICS
F,S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: BIOB 160 or 260 or BIOM 360.
-- Introduction to classical and molecular genetics of eukaryotes, with
emphasis on transmission genetics, the structure and regulation of genes,
and mechanisms of genetic change.
BIOB 385 GENETIC ANALYSIS
F 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: BIOB 214.
COREQUISITE: BCH 380.
-- Introduction to fundamental principles of eukaryotic molecular genetics.
Emphasis on the genetics of major model organisms for biomedical research
and how they are exploited to understand human biology and disease.
BIOB 412 HYBRIDOMAS
F 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: BIOM 360 or consent of instructor.
-- This course will provide students with a thorough theoretical and
practical appreciation and understanding of the uses and methods involved
in the production of monoclinal antibodies.
BIOB 413 FLOW CYTOMETRY
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: BIOM 360, BIOB 375, or consent of instructor.
-- Theory and practice of flow cytometry with an emphasis on the analysis
of mammalian cells.
BIOB 414 ADVANCED MICROSCOPY
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: BIOM 360, BIOB 375, or consent of instructor.
-- Introduction to instrument design, operation and applications, and
to modern techniques in preparing specimens for microscopic analyses,
including computer-assisted microscopic imaging technology and microinjection.
BIOB 415 ADVANCED IMMUNOLOGY
METHODS
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: BIOM 360, BIOB 375, or consent of instructor.
-- This course provides hands-on experience on assays commonly used
in immunology for the detection of an immune response.
BIOB 420 EVOLUTION
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: BIOB 375.
-- For seniors in biology. Evolutionary theory is presented and takes
two principle directions, the study of evolutionary history, and the
study of natural selection.
BIOB 424 ETHICAL PRACTICE OF
SCIENCE
S 3 cr. Sem 3
PREREQUISITE: PHL 312, PHL 321, or at least one three-hundred level
series of any science course.
-- Examines the evolution of the scientific process with specific focus
on the ethical responsibilities of scientists and to examine policies
and procedures developed by the scientific community to ensure integrity
in the research process.
BIOB 425 ADV CELL & MOLECULAR
BIOLOGY
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: BIOB 260 and BCH 380 or consent of instructor.
-- In-depth study of cell structure and function.
BIOB 438 DEVELOPMENTAL MECHANISMS
On Demand 3 cr. LEC 2 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: BIOB 425.
-- This course will focus on the molecular and cellular mechanisms which
drive developmental processes.
BIOB 475 GENOME SCIENCE
S, 3 cr., LEC 1 LAB 2
PREREQUISITE: BCH 380 or consent of instructor.
-- Course will train students in modern practice of genomics and functional
gene expression using DNA cloning, automated DNA sequencing, and comprehensive
sequence analysis.
BIOB 476R GENE CONSTRUCTION
F 3 cr. LAB 3
PREREQUISITE: BIOB 425 or BCH 380.
-- The goals are to provide upper level students with the opportunity
of designing and building their own genes. The goal of the course is
to use this design experience to learn basic techniques in cell and
molecular biology.
BIOB 478 FUNCTIONAL GENE EXPRESSION
S, 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: BCH 380 or consent of instructor.
-- Theory of eukaryotic gene expression and methods for measuring gene
transcription in eukaryotic cells.
BIOB 480 CONSERVATION GENETICS
F 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: BIOB 375 and STAT 216.
-- Introduces the theory and practice of conservation genetics, focusing
primarily on animals. Case studies will be used liberally, and emphasis
will be placed on interpreting genetic data. Readings will include primary
literature.
BIOB 484 POPULATION GENETICS
F alternate years, to be offered even years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: BIOB 375.
-- Introduction to theory and empirical data on genetics of populations.
Topics covered include modeling natural and artificial selection, nonrandom
mating, gene flow and effective population size as factors influencing
the maintenance of genetic variation in populations. The approach emphasizes
the development of simple mathematical models to illustrate fundamental
conceptual issues in the field.
BIOB 491 SPECIAL TOPICS
On Demand 1 - 4 cr. Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Course prerequisites as determined for each offering.
-- Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular
one-time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability
and demand.
BIOB 494 SEMINAR/WORKSHOP
F,S 1 cr. SEM 1 Maximum 4 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing and as determined for each offering.
-- Topics offered at the upper division level which are not covered
in regular courses. Students attend and discuss seminar presentations
by professional biologists.
BIOB 497 EDUCATIONAL METHODS/BIOLOGY
F,S,Su 2 cr. LAB 2 Maximum 4 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Junior or senior standing, consent of instructor and department
head.
-- Provides deeper contact with a subject for those considering an academic
profession. This provides experience in a teaching laboratory under
detailed academic supervision in recognition that teaching enhances
learning. Includes the preparation, organization, presentation of materials,
and student evaluation.
BIOB 499 CELL BIOLOGY &
NEUROSCIENCE DEPARTMENT CAPSTONE SEMINAR
F,S 2 cr. SEM 2
PREREQUISITE: Senior standing in the Cell Biology & Neuroscience
Department.
-- Senior capstone course. Students are expected both to present and
to discuss advanced topics from the current biomedical literature. These
topics will expand upon material presented in regular courses in the
biomedical science curriculum. Students will write at least one major
paper.
BIOB 524 ETHICAL PRACTICE OF
SCIENCE
S 3 cr. Sem 3
-- This course exposes students to the ethical issues and federal requirements
they will likely encounter throughout their careers and helps develop
skills for resolving ethical issues encountered in scientific research.
