100 Survey of Zoology. 3 cr. U.
Survey of the animal kingdom, with emphasis on the importance of animals to humans. Study of phyla as represented by types, classification, structure, and life histories. Introduction to cytology, genetics, evolution, and ornithology. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Does not carry cr toward bio sci major. Prereq: none.
101 General Survey of Microbiology. 4 cr. U.
Study of the nature and activities of microorganisms. Topics include surveys of bacteria, fungi, viruses, immunology, and disease applications. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis, 3 hrs lab. Intended primarily for nursing students. Does not carry cr toward bio sci major. Prereq: Chem 101(P) or 102(P).
102 Elements of Biology. 3 cr. U.
Organization and function of living systems. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Intended for non-majors; does not carry cr toward bio sci major. Prereq: none.
103 Topics in Modern Biology: (Subtitled). 3 cr. U.
How biological factors, processes, and reactions affect living systems. Emphasis on current issues in biology such as genetic engineering, bioethics, and population concerns. Intended for non-majors; does not carry cr toward bio sci major. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Students w/cr in Bio Sci 226 or 250 may not take 103 w/those topics. Prereq: none, except as may be required for specific topics.
104 Plants in Today's World. 3 cr. U.
Introduction to major plant groups; principles of structure and function, ecology, and gardening. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Prereq: none.
105 Great Lakes American Indian Ethnobotany. 3 cr. U.
Collection, identification, ecology, and utilization of Wisconsin plants for food, medicine, fibers, and construction. Native American cosmology and uses and perspectives in Wisconsin tribal areas emphasized. Prereq: none.
150 Foundations of Biological Sciences I. 4 cr. U.
Fundamental principles of biology, including ecology, evolution, genetics, molecular and cell biology integrated through an evolutionary framework. First of a two-course sequence for bio sci and other natural science majors. 3 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab. Prereq: H.S. chem or equiv & chem placement score of 30; or grade of C or better in Chem 100(P).
152 Foundations of Biological Sciences II. 4 cr. U.
Organismal diversity, emphasizing structural and functional relationships in microorganisms, plants, and animals. Second of a two-course sequence for Bio Sci & other natural science majors. 3 hr lec, 3 hr lab. Prereq: grade of C or better in Bio Sci 150(P).
185 Introductory Biology for Teachers. 3 cr. U.
Cell biology; plant and animal kingdoms and their importance to humans; ecological principles with an emphasis on the role of humans. 2 hrs lec, 3 hr lab. Not open for cr to students with cr in Bio Sci 102 or 103. Prereq: Math 176(P) or cons instr.
194 Freshman Seminar: (Subtitled). 3 cr. U.
The specific topics are announced in the Schedule of Classes each time the class is offered. Open only to freshmen. Retakable w/chg in topic to 6 cr max. Prereq: none.
202 Anatomy and Physiology I. 4 cr. U.
Anatomy and physiology of the human body including cell, tissues, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. 3 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab. Animal Course. Required of students in nursing, med tech & med rec admin. Cannot be combined with Bio Sci 150 & 203 for more than 9 cr toward the bio sci major. Prereq: none.
203 Anatomy and Physiology II. 4 cr. U.
Anatomy and physiology of the human body including cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, excretory, endocrine, and reproductive systems. 3 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab. Animal course. Cannot be combined with Bio Sci 150 & 202 for more than a total of 9 cr toward bio sci major. Prereq: Bio Sci 202(P).
204 Plant Growth and Development. 3 cr. U.
Study or morphological, physiological, and biochemical aspects of plant growth and development, and effects of environmental factors upon growth processes. 3 hrs lec/dis. Plant course. Prereq: course in botany or biology.
206 Biology of Women. 3 cr. U.
An anatomical and physiological view of the human female life cycle with emphasis on women's health. Animal course. Prereq: course in biology.
255 (304) Musculo-Skeletal Anatomy. 3 cr. U.
In-depth anatomical survey of the musculo-skeletal systems of the human body, emphasis on the structure, location, and function of these systems. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Does not carry cr toward Bio Sci major. Prereq: Bio Sci 202(P) & 203(P).
285 Biology Topics for In-Service Teachers: (Subtitled). 1 or 2 cr. U.
Topical mini-course in biology on current subject such as our bodies, biodiversity, embryology. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. Retakable twice w/chg in topic. Prereq: in-service teachers only; additional prereqs depending on topic.
289 Internship in Biological Sciences, Lower Division. 1-6 cr. U.
Application of basic principles of biological sciences in a business, organizational, educational, political, or other appropriate setting. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. One cr earned for academic work based on 40 hrs in internship. Retakable to 6 cr max; combined limit of 3 cr in Bio Sci 289 & 489 counts toward Bio Sci major. Prereq: intro course in Bio Sci; 2.50 gpa; cons supervising faculty member.
290 (199) Independent Study and Research: (Subtitled). 1-3 cr. U.
Directed library or laboratory/field research in biological sciences. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. Retakable up to 6 cr max; combined limit of 6 credits in Bio Sci 290, 698, & 699 counts toward Bio Sci major. Does not count as a Bio Sci lab course. Prereq: 2.5 gpa; writ cons instr, dept chair, & assoc dean for SAS.
296 UROP Apprenticeship. 1-3 cr. U.
Undergraduate research participation in a project developed with a supervising member of the faculty or staff. One credit for 45 hrs research. Retakable to 9 cr max in any combination of UROP Apprenticeship courses. Not open to jrs and srs. Prereq: acceptance to UROP; prior or conc reg in UROP seminar.
297 Study Abroad: (Subtitled). 1-12 cr. U.
Designed to enroll students in UWM-sponsored program before course work level, content, and credits are determined and/or in specially-prepared program course work. Retakable w/chg in topic. Prereq: acceptance for Study Abroad Prog.
299 Ad Hoc: (Subtitled). 1-6 cr. U.
Course created expressly for offering in a specified enrollment period. Requires only dept & assoc dean approval. In exceptional circumstances, can be offered in one add'l sem. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. Retakable w/chg in topic. Prereq: none; add'l prereqs may be assigned to specific topic.
310 General Ecology. 4 cr. U.
Complex interrelationships between organisms and their environment. Physiological and behavioral adaptations, populations, biotic communities, ecosystems. 3 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab, field work. Environmental/evolutionary course. One req'd all-day Saturday field trip for which fee is assessed. Prereq: Bio Sci 150(P) & 152(C) or cons instr.
315 Cell Biology. 3 cr. U.
Cell structure and function at the molecular level. Flow of material, energy, and information within prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. 3 hrs lec. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: Bio Sci 152(C); Chem 104(C).
316 Laboratory in Genetics and Cell Biology. 1 cr. U.
Laboratory studies in genetics and cell biology using microorganisms, plants, and animals. Hypothesis testing, data collection, computer and literature analyses, and writing of scientific papers. 3 hr lab/dis. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: Bio Sci 315(C) or 325(260)(C).
325 (260) Genetics. 3 cr. U.
Principles of inheritance. Fundamental concepts of genetics. 3 hrs lec, 2 hrs dis. Prereq: grade of C or better in Bio Sci 150(P); Bio Sci 152(C) or 203(P); Chem 104(C).
349 (349) Comparative Ecophysiology. 3 cr. U.
The essential functions of living things from all the kingdoms of life; focus on the evolution of structure in relation to function. No cr for students with cr in Bio Sci 499 with title 'Form & Function of Living Things'. Prereq: Bio Sci 310(C) or 315(C) or 325(C) or cons instr.
350 Human Parasitology. 4 cr. U.
Biology, diagnosis and epidemiology of human parasitic diseases. For life science and clinical lab science students interested in public health. 3 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(C) or Bio Sci 325(C) or cons instr.
351 (301) Invertebrate Function & Evolution. 4 cr. U.
Structures, function, classification, and life histories of the invertebrates. 3 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab. Prereq: Bio Sci 310(P) or Bio Sci 315(P) & 316(P).
352 (330) Vertebrate Form and Function. 4 cr. U.
Evolution and comparative structure of the organ systems in vertebrates. Laboratory work comparing representative species. 3 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab. Prereq: Bio Sci 310(P) or both 315(P) & 316(P).
353 (302) Introduction to Entomology. 3 cr. U.
Principles of entomology, including taxonomy, morphology, and physiology. Insect collection required. 2 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab. Prereq: Bio Sci 310(P) or cons instr.
354 Introduction to Neuroscience I: From Neuron to Brain. 3 cr. U.
Basic principles of cellular, molecular, and developmental neuroscience; structure/function of neurons and glia, chemical and electrical signaling, brain development, and neurological diseases. Bio Sci/Psych 354 & 355 may be taken in either order. Bio Sci 354 & Psych 354 are jointly offered; they count as repeats of one another. Prereq: BioSci 152(P) & 315(C), or Psych 254(P).
355 Introduction to Neuroscience II: From Brain to Behavior. 3 cr. U.
Basic principles of neural systems and behavior; analysis of systems for sensation and perception, learning and memory, language, emotion, and motion. Bio Sci/Psych 354 & 355 may be taken in either order. Bio Sci 355 & Psych 355 are jointly offered; they count as repeats of one another. Prereq: BioSci 152(P) & 315(C), or Psych 254(P).
356 Developmental Biology. 4 cr. U.
Development of living organisms at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels. 3 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Prereq: Bio Sci 315(P) or 325(P) or cons instr.
358 (305) Birds of Wisconsin. 2 cr. U.
Bird taxonomy and ecology, including the identification of Wisconsin birds. 4 hrs lab & field work. Field trip schedules (if any) and fees will be announced in class. Animal or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P).
361 (333) Diversity of Fungi, Algae, and Plants. 3 cr. U.
Morphology, reproduction, and evolutionary relationships of major groups of algae, fungi, and land plants. 2 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab. Prereq: Bio Sci 150(P), 152(P); & any one of 315(C), 310(C) or 325(C).
370 (320) Animal Physiology. 3 cr. U.
Cellular and organ system physiology and comparative aspects of structure-function relationships. Counts as repeat of 3 cr of Bio Sci 320. Prereq: Bio Sci 315(P) or cons instr.
372 (320) Animal Physiology and Neurobiology Laboratory. 1 cr. U.
Neural integration of animal cells and organ systems. Comparative experimental approach examining structure-function relationships. 3 hrs lab. Counts as repeat of 1 cr of Bio Sci 320. Prereq: Bio Sci 370(C) or Bio Sci/Psych 354(C) or 355(C).
380 Honors Seminar: (Subtitled). 3H cr. U.
Selected topics in modern and traditional biology and their relation to society. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Prereq: soph st; Honors 200(P); cons Honors College dir.
383 (303) General Microbiology. 4 cr. U.
Nature and properties of microorganisms. Molecular biology and genetics of bacteria and viruses. Major groups, ecological relationships, and taxonomy. 3 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Chem 341(P) or 343(P); Bio Sci 325(260)(P) or cons instr.
401 Immunology. 2 cr. U/G.
Fundamentals of the immune response, including cellular, physiological and molecular aspects. 2 hrs lec. Animal or molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 315(P) or 325(260)(P); Chem 341(P) or 343(P).
402 Immunological Techniques. 3 cr. U/G.
Modern methods and protocols in immunology. 6 hrs lab. Animal or molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 401(C).
405 General Virology. 3 cr. U/G.
Basic course in nature of viruses: bacterial, plant, and animal. The use of viruses in model systems for molecular biology and agents of disease. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(260)(P); Bio Sci 315(P) or 383(303)(P); Chem 501(R).
406 Marine Biology. 3 cr. U/G.
Marine biology with a strong ecological focus; physical and chemical constraints that marine environments impose on organisms; specialized adaptations of marine organisms in response. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Animal or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 310(P).
407 Plant Systematics and Evolution. 3 cr. U/G.
Survey of important plant families; plant systematic theory, current techniques in data collection and analysis. 2 hrs lec/dis; 4 hrs lab. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P); Bio Sci 310(C) or 325(C); or grad st; or cons instr.
408 Dendrology. 3 cr. U/G.
The systematics, structure, and ecology of Wisconsin's woody plants. 2 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab & field work. Plant course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P) & 152(P).
425 Plankton Biology. 4 cr. U/G.
Planktonic algae and zooplankton; emphasis on taxonomy, diversity, and ecology. Laboratory includes microscopic examinations and experimental studies of development, physiological ecology, and predator-prey interactions. 3 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P), 152(P), & any of 310(C), 315(C) or 325(C).
430 (530) Animal Behavior-Ethology. 3 cr. U/G.
Animal behavior from the biologist's point of view, relating species-characteristic behavior to environment, internal function, ontogeny, and evolution. 3 hrs lec/dis. Animal course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(P) or 316(C).
435 Identification and Systematics of Flowering Plants. 3 cr. U/G.
Identification and systematics of native and naturalized plants in forests, prairies, savannahs, and old fields of southeastern Wisconsin. 1 hr lec, 4 hrs lab/field work. Plant course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 407(R).
455 Neurobiology. 3 or 4 cr. U/G.
The nervous systems ranging from the basic biophysical properties of neurons to the cellular and molecular basis of learning and memory. Grads must enroll in lec & dis for 4 cr; undergrads may enroll in lec only for 3 cr, or in lec & dis for 4 cr. Prereq: jr st; BioSci 152(P) & 315(C), or Psych 254(P).
458 Community Ecology. 3 cr. U/G.
Theories and models in community ecology. Analysis of biological communities emphasizing the origin, maintenance and consequences of species diversity within local communities. Environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 310(P) or cons instr; or grad st.
465 Biometry. 3 cr. U/G.
Simple distribution; statistical inference; simple regression theory; experimental design; analysis of variance and covariance as they relate to biology. Plant or animal or molecular/microbiology or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P); Math 105(P).
470 Cell and Molecular Biology. 4 cr. U/G.
The various processes and functions performed by living cells, particular attention to the molecular basis of cellular activities. 3 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab-dis. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P), 152(P) & 325(260)(P); course in organic chem, or cons instr.
475 Tropical Biology: (Subtitled). 3 cr. U/G.
Ecology and biogeography of various types of tropical forests, including required field trip to area being studied. Required field trip at participants' expense. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Prereq: jr st; BioSci 310(P); cons instr.
482 Aquatic Plant Biology. 4 cr. U/G.
The systematics and ecology, structure and physiology of aquatic vascular plants. 3 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab & field work. Plant course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P) & 152(P).
489 Internship in Biological Sciences, Upper Division. 1-6 cr. U.
Application of advanced principles of biological sciences in a business, organizational, educational, political, or other appropriate setting. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. One cr earned for academic work based on 40 hrs in internship. Retakable to 6 cr max; combined limit of 3 cr in Bio Sci 289 & 489 counts toward Bio Sci major. Prereq: jr st; 300-level or above course in Bio Sci; 2.50 gpa; cons supervising faculty member.
490 (660) Molecular Genetics. 3 cr. U/G.
Molecular mechanisms of higher organisms and model systems. Topics include gene structure, genetic and genomic analysis, gene expression and regulation. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(260)(P); Bio Sci 315(C) & 316(C).
495 Internship in Biotechnology, Upper Division. 3-6 cr. U.
Application of advanced principles in microbiology and biotechnology in appropriate settings. Molecular/microbiology course. One cr earned for academic work based on 40 hrs in internship. Retakable to 6 cr max. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 383(303)(P) & 529(650)(P); declared microbio major; 2.5 gpa; cons supervising faculty member.
496 (effective 09/02/2008) UROP Apprenticeship, Upper-Level. 1-3 cr. U.
Undergraduate research participation in a project developed with a supervising member of the faculty or staff. One credit for 45 hrs research. Retakable to 9 cr max in any combination of UROP apprenticeship courses. Prereq: jr st; acceptance to UROP; prior or conc reg in UROP seminar.
497 Study Abroad: (Subtitled). 1-12 cr. U/G.
Designed to enroll students in UWM-sponsored program before course work level, content, and credits are determined and/or in specially-prepared program course work. Retakable w/chg in topic. Prereq: jr st; acceptance for Study Abroad Prog.
499 Ad Hoc: (Subtitled). 1-6 cr. U.
Course created expressly for offering in a specified enrollment period. Requires only dept & assoc dean approval. In exceptional circumstances, can be offered in one add'l sem. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. Retakable w/chg in topic. Prereq: jr st; add'l prereqs may be assigned to specific topic.
500 Plant Physiology. 3 cr. U/G.
Major biological activities of plants; including growth, development, and metabolism. 3 hrs lec/dis. Plant course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(P); Bio Sci 310(P) or 315(P) or cons instr.
501 Plant Physiology Laboratory. 2 cr. U/G.
Basic laboratory techniques useful in studying plant activities. 6 hrs lab/dis. Plant course. Prereq: jr st & Bio Sci 500(C).
505 Conservation Biology. 3 cr. U/G.
Genetic and ecological approaches to the conservation of biological diversity. Topics include biology of rare plants and animals, design of nature reserves, and restoration ecology. 3 hrs lec. Environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 325(260)(P).
511 Ichthyology. 3 cr. U/G.
The classification, morphology, physiology, and ecology of fishes. 2 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab, field work. Animal course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P) & 152(P).
512 Limnology I. 3 cr. U/G.
The ecology of freshwater ecosystems as influenced by physical and chemical processes. Environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P) & 152(P), course in chem; or cons instr.
513 Limnology I Laboratory. 1 cr. U/G.
Field sampling techniques and analytical methods for assessing biological, chemical, and physical processes in aquatic ecosystems. Environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 512(C).
514 Limnology II: Plankton Ecology. 3 cr. U/G.
Ecology of freshwater organisms, including resource acquisition, biotic interactions, and plankton conributions to ecosystem properties and lake management strategies. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(P); Bio Sci 425(P) or 512(P); or cons instr.
521 Benthic Ecology. 3 cr. U/G.
Chemicophysical and biological interactions in aquatic systems. Emphasis on aquatic entomology and invertebrate biology. 2 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab. Environmental/evolutionary course. Req'd field work for which fee is assessed Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(P), & 512(P).
523 Evolution and Ecology of Birds. 3 cr. U/G.
Study of the origin and maintenance of diversity in birds. Topics include systematics, biogeography, life-history behavior, and conservation. 3 hrs lec. Animal or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 310(P).
525 Ecology and Evolution of Fishes. 3 cr. U/G.
Studies of form and function in fishes and relationships with their environment. Topics include feeding and reproductive ecology, species interactions, evolution, and genetics. 3 hrs lec. Animal or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(P).
526 Fish Ecology Laboratory. 1 cr. U/G.
Studies of the ecological structure of freshwater fish communities, research techniques, environmental requirements of fishes, and management strategies. 4 hrs lab & field work. Animal or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 525(C).
529 (650) Molecular Biology of Microorganisms. 3 cr. U/G.
Molecular analysis of microbial genetic systems of bacteria, phage, fungi, and yeast. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 383(303) (P).
532 (655) Behavioral Ecology. 3 cr. U/G.
Behavioral adaptations of organisms in relation to their environment, including social organization, territoriality, cooperation and conflict, parental care, breeding strategies, foraging. Animal or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(P).
536 Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology. 2 cr. U/G.
Real-world application of natural and genetically-engineered microorganisms to bioremediation, waste treatment, agriculture and production of food, beverages, chemicals, fuels, enzymes, vaccines and pharmaceuticals. 2 hrs lec. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 383(303)(P) or cons instr.
539 (663) Laboratory Techniques in Molecular Biology. 4 cr. U/G.
Molecular biological techniques, including cell cultures, RNA and DNA isolation, cloning and sequencing of genes; use of expression vectors; protein electrophoresis. 2 hrs lec/dis, 6 hrs lab. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 315(P), 316(P) & 325(260)(P).
540 Microbial Diversity and Physiology. 3 cr. U/G.
Physiology, ecology, and diversity of microorganisms. 3 hrs lec. Molecular/microbiology or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 383(303) (P).
542 Biological Electron Microscopy. 3 cr. U/G.
Theory, design, and operating principles of scanning and transmission electron microscopes; preparation of biological specimens. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 315(P) & 316(P) or cons instr.
543 (343) Scanning Electron Microscopy Laboratory. 2 cr. U/G.
Lab/dis with an emphasis on 'hands-on' exercises including biological specimen prep, microscope operation and photography. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 542(C) & cons instr.
544 Transmission Electron Microscopy Laboratory. 3 cr. U/G.
Lab/dis with an emphasis on 'hands-on' exercises including fixation and sectioning of biological specimens, microscope operation and photography. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 542(C) & cons instr.
545 (675) Physiology of Reproduction. 3 cr. U/G.
Mammalian reproductive physiology with emphasis on humans; neuroendocrine control of reproductive cycles, pregnancy, and lactation; clinical implications; biological aspects of human population control. Prereq: jr st; Chem 103(P) or 341(P) or 343(P); Bio Sci 315(P); or cons instr.
553 (430) Seaweeds and Coastal Marine Biology. 3 cr. U/G.
Adaptations of seaweeds and benthic marine invertebrates for survival on rocky marine shores; ecological interatctions that provide structure to shoreline communities and foodwebs. 2 hrs lec; 1 hr dis. Students are encouraged to enroll subsequently in Bio Sci 554. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 310(P) or 425(P); or cons instr.
554 Marine Ecology Laboratory. 2 cr. U/G.
Three-week field trip to a marine station to study seaweeds, benthic invertebrates, and intertidal ecology at student's expense. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 553(C) or cons instr.
556 (656) Developmental Neurobiology. 3 or 4 cr. U/G.
The mechanisms involved in the genesis and maintenance of nervous system organization. 3 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Grad students enroll in LEC & DIS for 4 cr. Undergrads may enroll in LEC only for 3 cr or LEC & DIS for 4 cr. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 354(P) or 356(P) or cons instr.
560 Plant Ecology. 3 cr. U/G.
Study of plant-environment relationships at the individual, population and community levels. 2 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab & field experience. Plant or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st: Bio Sci 150(P), 152(P), 310(P). Bio Sci 407(R).
562 Topics in Field Biology: (Subtitled). 1-2 cr. U/G.
Intensive mini-course on topics in applied and basic field biology such as vegetation sampling, natural area management, wetland delineation. Environmental/evolutionary or may satisfy plant or animal, depending on topic; consult dept. Retakable w/chg in topic to 6 cr max. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(P); add'l prereqs may be required depending on topic.
564 (630) Endocrinology. 3 cr. U/G.
Physiological, biochemical, and phylogenetic aspects of hormonal communication; emphasis on vertebrates. 3 hrs lec. Prereq: jr st; Chem 103(P) or 341(P) or 343(P); Bio Sci 315(P); or cons instr.
565 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation. 3 cr. U/G.
Molecular mechanism by which genes are regulated in higher eukaryotes, including humans. Role of gene regulation during normal development and disease in eukaryotes. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 315(P) or 325(P) or grad st.
572 Functional Genomics. 3 cr. U/G.
Organization, function, and analysis of genes, proteins, and genomes using internet databases and bioinformatic tools; current knowledge of genomes in various organisms; transcriptomics and proteomics. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(260) (P).
573 (676) Cellular Evolution. 3 cr. U/G.
Theories concerning the origin of life on Earth and the evolution of cellular structure and function, culminating in the emergence of the multicellular kingdoms. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Molecular/microbiology or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: sr st; Bio Sci 315(P) or 325(260)(P); Bio Sci 316(P); Chem 341/342(P) or 343/344/345(P), or cons instr; Bio Sci 383(303)(R) or 490(660)(R) or Chem 501(R) or 601(R).
575 Evolutionary Biology. 3 cr. U/G.
Evolutionary processes in natural populations. Topics include mating patterns, speciation, gene flow, natural selection, and genetic approaches to conservation. 3 hrs lec. Environmental/evolutionary course. Grad students must reg conc in Bio Sci 776. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 325(260)(P).
577 The Cellular and Molecular Basis of Learning and Memory. 3 cr. U/G.
Learning and memory from a cellular and molecular viewpoint. Topics include synapse formation, neuronal communication, neuroplasticity, and diseases of learning and memory. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci/Psych 354(P) or cons instr.
580 Experimental Microbiology. 4 cr. U/G.
Modern experimental approaches to study of microbial physiology and genetics. 2 hrs lec/6 hrs lab. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 383(303) (P).
595 Principles of Genetic and Molecular Engineering. 3 cr. U/G.
Conceptual knowledge about the principles of genetic and molecular engineering; for upper undergraduate and graduate students. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(P) & 383(P) or equiv or cons instr.
596 Neuropharmacology. 3 cr. U/G.
Cellular and molecular mechanisms of drug action on the nervous system. Topic include drug affects on neurotransmitters, receptors, cell signaling, and neurological disease/disorders. Prereq: jr st; BioSci/Psych 354(P) or 355(P) or Psych 654(P) or cons instr.
599 Special Topics in Biological Sciences: (Subtitled). 1-3 cr. U/G.
In-depth examination of important subjects in one or more areas of the biological sciences. Specific credits and add'l prereqs announced in Schedule of Classes each time course offered. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Prereq: jr st.
605 Concepts and Models of Aquatic Ecology. 3 cr. U/G.
Interactions between aquatic organisms and their physical and chemical environments; case histories of concept and model development. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(P) or cons instr.
607 Environmental Microbiology. 3 cr. U/G.
Bacteria from the environment; emphasis on aquatic systems; biogeochemical cycles, bioremediation, and environmental control of gene expression. Molecular/microbiology or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 383(303)(P).
611 Seminar on Recent Advances in Limnology and Oceanography: (Subtitled). 2 cr. U/G.
Lectures and discussion of current issues in limnology and oceanography; focus on a specific issue or research topic. Environmental/evolutionary course. Retakable w/chg in topic to 6 cr max. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 512(P) or cons instr.
615 Human Physiology. 4 cr. U/G.
An advanced study of human physiological systems and their mechanisms. 3 hrs lec; 3 hrs lab/dis. Animal course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P) & 152(P), Bio Sci 203(P).
625 Human Genetics. 3 cr. U/G.
Principles of human cytogenetics, biochemical genetics, immunogenetics, and population genetics. 3 hrs lec-dis. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(260)(P).
640 Biological Theories. 3 cr. U/G.
History and current status of selected theories in biology. 3 hrs lec/dis. Prereq: jr st; 1 yr of Chem; Bio Sci 150(P) & 152(P), or cons instr.
667 Advanced Techniques in Microbial, Molecular and Cellular Biology: (Subtitled). 4 cr. U/G.
Such topics as hybridoma technology, bacterial gene transfer, gene expression systems. 1 hr dis, 6 hrs lab. Topic and any add'l prereqs announced in Schedule of Classes each time course is offered. Molecular/microbiology course. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Prereq: sr st; Bio Sci 383(303)(P) or equiv or cons instr.
670 Senior Seminar in Biological Sciences. 1 cr. U.
Examination of biological literature and preparation, presentation, and discussion of oral reports by individual students. Prereq: sr st; Bio Sci lab course numbered 300-349; declared Bio Sci major.
671 Undergraduate Seminar in Microbiology: 1 cr. U.
Current selected topics in microbiology. Molecular/microbiology course. Retakable w/chg in topic to 3 cr max. Prereq: sr st; Bio Sci 383(303)(P); Bio Sci 490(660)(P) or 529(650)(P); cons instr.
698 Independent Study in Microbiology. 1-3 cr. U.
Introduction to research. Independent and original study conducted under the direction of a faculty or staff member. Retakable up to 6 cr max; combined limit of 6 cr in Bio Sci 290, 698, & 699 counts toward Bio Sci major. Satisfies Bio Sci research req; does not count as a Bio Sci lab course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 383(P); 2.5 gpa; writ cons instr, dept chair, & assoc dean for SAS.
699 Independent Study. 1-3 cr. U.
Independent study on a topic not available as a regular course; conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Requires submission of a formal study proposal. Retakable up to 6 cr max; combined limit of 6 cr in Bio Sci 290, 698, & 699 counts toward Bio Sci major. Satisfies Bio Sci research req; does not count as a Bio Sci lab course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(260)(P); Bio Sci 310(P) or Bio Sci 315(P) & 316(P); 2.5 gpa; writ cons instr, dept chair, & assoc dean for SAS.
This course information produced at 01:01 on 05/15/2008.
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