Institute of Biology

COURSES OFFERED

GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES (MATH. SCIENCE, & TECHNOLOGY)

Course
Number
Course
Title
Course
Description
PrerequisitesCredit
BIO 1Contemporary Topics in BiologyRecent developments in biology pertinent to concerns about the nature of life, health and related social issuesNone3.00

UNDERGRADUATE COURSES

Course
Number
Course
Title
Course
Description
PrerequisitesCredit
BIO 1Contemporary Topics in BiologyContemporary Topics in Biology. Recent developments in Biology pertinent to concerns about the nature of life, health, and related social issue. (3h lec)none3.00
BIO 11Fundamentals of Biology IThe fundamentals of biology from the molecular and cellular levels up to organ systems of organization. (3h lec)Chem 16/equiv, Chem 16.1/equiv3.00
BIO 11.1Fundamentals of Biology I LaboratoryExperiments and exercises in fundamentals of biology from molecular and cellular levels up to organ systems of organization (lab)Chem 16/equiv, Chem 16.1/equiv. Co-req: BIO 112.00
BIO 12Fundamentals of Biology IIThe fundamentals of biology including reproductive and development genetics, systematics, evolution, and ecology. (3h lec)BIO 11, BIO 11.1.3.00
BIO 12.1Fundamentals of Biology II LaboratoryExperiments and exercises in fundamentals of biology including reproduction and development, genetics, systematics, evolution, and ecology (lab)BIO 11, BIO 11.1. Co-req: BIO 12.2.00
BIO 100Statistical Methods in BiologyApplications of basic statistics in the biological sciences (lec and lab)none3.00
BIO 101Plant MorphoanatomyMorphology and anatomy of the vascular plants. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.3.00
BIO 102Comparative Vertebrate AnatomyFunctional and comparative morphology of the various classes of vertebrates from an evolutionary perspective.BIO 12, BIO 12.1.3.00
BIO 102.1Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy LaboratoryLaboratory activities and exercises in functional and comparative morphology of the various classes of vertebrates from an evolutionary perspective. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1. Co-req: BIO 102.2.00
BIO 111PhycologyTaxonomy, morphology, and phylogeny of algae (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.4.00
BIO 112MycologyTaxonomy, morphology, and ecology of the fungi and lichens. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.4.00
BIO 113Fundamentals of VirologyViral taxonomy, structure, replication, and pathogenesis; virus-host interactions.BIO 120, BIO 150, BIO 150.1.3.00
BIO 114Mosses, Hepatics, and FernsEvolutionary morphology, classification, and ecology of mosses, hepatics, and ferns. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.4.00
BIO 115Taxonomy of AngiospermsIntroduction to the principles and methods of the description, identification, nomenclature, and classification of angiosperms (flowering plants); survey of selected flowering plant families with a discussion on phylogenetic relationships. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.4.00
BIO 116Invertebrate BiologyTaxonomy, phylogeny, systematics based on molecular data, and selected aspects of physiology, reproduction, and ecology of invertebrates. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.4.00
BIO 117Vertebrate BiologyBiology of amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. (lec/lab)BIO 102, BIO 102.14.00
BIO 118Insect BiologyStructure, function, development, taxonomy, and distribution of insects and allied forms. Methods of collection for study. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.4.00
BIO 119Fish BiologyMorphology, physiology, ecology, behavior, genetics, and taxnonomy of fish. (lec/lab)BIO 102, BIO 102.14.00
BIO 120General MicrobiologyBiology of microorganisms and introduction to applied microbiology.BIO 12, BIO 12.1. Coreq: Chem 40, Chem 40.1.4.00
BIO 121Plant PhysiologyFundamental aspects of plant vital functions, including nutrition, photosynthesis, absorption, and translocation of materials, growth, and development.BIO 101, Chem 40, Chem 40.1.4.00
BIO 122Animal PhysiologyPrinciples of animal functions with emphasis on physiological regulations and adaptations.BIO 102, BIO 102.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.1.4.00
BIO 122.1Animal Physiology LaboratoryPrinciples of animal functions with emphasis on physiological regulations and adaptations.BIO 102, BIO 102.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.1. Co-req: BIO 122/equiv.2.00
BIO 123Fundamentals of Microbial PhysiologyComposition and structure of microbial cells; regulation of biochemical activities associated with cellular metabolism.BIO 1203.00
BIO 125Medical MicrobiologySurvey of various microorganisms associated with human health and description of host-pathogen interactions.BIO 1203.00
BIO 131Plant Developmental BiologyDevelopmental mechanisms in selected lower vascular and higher vascular plants, and cellular and molecular aspects of development.BIO 101, Chem 40, Chem 40.1.4.00
BIO 132Animal Developmental BiologyDevelopmental biology of sexually reproducing animals with focus on the molecular and cellular mechanisms that characterize and regulate progression in the different stages of animal ontogenyBIO 102, BIO 102.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.13.00
BIO 132.1Animal Developmental Biology LaboratoryLaboratory exercises which include microscopic observations and laboratory experimentation on developmental biology of animals.BIO 102, BIO 102.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.1. Co-req: BIO 132/equiv.2.00
BIO 134General Animal HistologyMicroscopic structures and functional significance of animal tissues using an organ system approach.BIO 102, BIO 102.13.00
BIO 140Fundamentals of GeneticsGenetics from Mendel to the present; basic principles, concepts, and mechanisms of genetics and modern developments in the field with their theoretical and practical implications.BIO 12, BIO 12.1, BIO 100/equiv, Chem 40, Chem 40.13.00
BIO 140.1Fundamentals of Genetics LaboratoryLaboratory experiments and exercises in Genetics from Mendel to the present; basic principles, concepts and mechanisms of genetics and modern developments in the field with their theoretical and practical implications.BIO 12, BIO 12.1, BIO 100/equiv, Chem 40, Chem 40.12.00
BIO 141Fundamentals of Microbial GeneticsStructure, expression, and applications of exchane of genetic materials in bacteria, fungi, and bacteriophagesBIO 120, BIO 140, BIO 140.1.3.00
BIO 142Fundamentals of CytogeneticsConcepts, methods, and applications in cytogeneticsBIO 140, BIO 140.1.3.00
BIO 150Fundamentals of Cell and Molecular BiologyStudy of living processes at the cellular and molecular levels of organization.BIO 12, BIO 12.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.1.3.00
BIO 150.1Fundamentals of Cell and Molecular Biology LaboratoryExperiments and exercises in cell and molecular biology.BIO 12, BIO 12.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.1.2.00
BIO 160Fundamentals of EcologyPrinciples and concepts pertaining to ecosystem structure and function, properties and interactions of populations, species adaptations and environmental influences, and organization and dynamics of terrestrial and aquatic communities.BIO 12, BIO 12.1, BIO 100/equiv.3.00
BIO 160.1Fundamentals of Ecology LaboratoryPractical application of ecological concepts and principles pertaining to interactions, adaptations, and dynamics of terrestrial and aquatic communities through experiments and field exercisesBIO 12, BIO 12.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.1. Co-req: BIO 150/equiv2.00
BIO 161Field BiologyField identification, natural history, and the study of plants, animals, and natural systems with emphasis on field techniques important to biodiversity assessment and researchBIO 160, BIO 160.15.00
BIO 162LimnologyPhysical, chemical and biological aspects of freshwater habitatsBIO 160, BIO 160.14.00
BIO 163Fundamentals of Microbial EcologyEcology and evolution of microorganisms, microbial interrelationships, and biogeochemical cyclesBIO 1203.00
BIO 164Biodiversity and Conservation BiologyStudy of species assemblages, their distribution and ecosystems with particular reference to mechanisms of change and human impact.BIO 160, BIO 160.13.00
BIO 165BiogeographyEcological and historical aspects of spatial distribution of plants and animals.BIO 160, BIO 160.13.00
BIO 166Restoration EcologyEcological theory and practice in the restoration of populations, communities, ecosystems, and landscapes, with an emphasis on terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.BIO 160, BIO 160.14.00
BIO 170Animal BehaviorCauses and basis of comparative animal behavior with emphasis on the adaptive survival and reproductive mechanisms.BIO 116, BIO 1223.00
BIO 171General ParasitologyBiology, morphology, life cycles, mechanisms of pathogenesis, epidemiology, and control of parasites including experiments involving cellular and molecular mechanisms of host-parasite interactions.BIO 102, BIO 102.1, BIO 120, BIO 150, BIO 150.13.00
BIO 172Systematics and Ecology of Animal ParasitesBiodiversity, ecology, and evolution of animal parasites.BIO 102, BIO 102.1, BIO 1164.00
BIO 191Systematics and EvolutionIntroduction to biological systematics and evolution covering the fundamental theory, methods, and purposes of biosystematics and the events and processes of organic evolution.BIO 12, BIO 12.13.00
BIO 193Evolutionary EcologyPrinciples and theories that connect ecological processes, natural selection, and evolution.BIO 160, BIO 160.1, BIO 191
BIO 196Undergraduate SeminarSenior Standing1.00
BIO 200Undergraduate ThesisCourse stipulation: may be enrolled for 1, 2, or 4 units for a total of 4 units.Passed 95 units2.00
BIO 210Advanced SystematicsAdvanced principles and methods in phylogenetic systematics. (lec/lab)Bio 191/COI3.00
BIO 220Chemical PhysiologyIntegrative approach to plant and animal physiology, with focus on the molecular and cellular bases. (lec/lab)BIO 121/122/COI3.00
BIO 221Advanced Plant PhysiologyAdvanced concepts of plant physiology; plant-water relations, inorganic nutrition, metabolic systems hormonal regulation and environmental control of growth and development, and plant movements. (lec/lab)BIO 121/equiv3.00
BIO 224Stress PhysiologyPhysiological responses of plants and animals to environmental stress. (lec/lab)BIO 121, 122/equivs3.00
BIO 230Differentiation in Embryonic SystemsConcepts and mechanisms underlying specialization of cells during early development.BIO 133/equiv/COI3.00
BIO 232Advances in Plant Developmental BiologyCurrent topics on key areas of plant development; i.e. embryonic development, meristem activity during post-embryonic development, cytological features of developing structures, and genetic control of plant development.BIO 133/equiv3.00
BIO 233Advances in Animal Developmental BiologyCurrent concepts on the underlying principles of animal development.BIO 133/equiv3.00
BIO 234Developmental Morphology of Vascular PlantsDevelopmental morphology and anatomy of vascular plants at different stages of their vegetative and reproductive growth. (lec/lab)BIO 133/equiv3.00
BIO 240Advanced GeneticsAdvanced principles and methods of genetics. (lec/lab)BIO 140/equiv3.00
BIO 241Advanced Molecular GeneticsThe principles of heredity elucidated at the molecular level. (lec/lab)COI3.00
BIO 242CytogeneticsCytology and genetics of induced chromosomal aberrations. (lec/lab)240/COI3.00
BIO 243Population GeneticsAnalysis of gene frequencies and their alteration in a population. (lec/lab)BIO 140/COI3.00
BIO 244Advanced Evolutionary GeneticsMechanisms of evolution using advanced principles of molecular and population genetics.BIO 240/equiv
BIO 250Advanced Cell and Molecular BiologyAdvanced study on current topics in cell and molecular biologyBIO 1503.00
BIO 251Advanced ImmunobiologyAdvanced concepts and methods in immunobiology. (lec/lab)BIO 151/ equiv.3.00
BIO 260Advanced EcologyPrinciples and concepts underlying ecosystem structure and function in natural environments. (lec/lab)BIO 160/COI3.00
BIO 262Freshwater EcologyComposition and dynamics of freshwater communities. (lec/lab)BIO 160/COI3.00
BIO 263Terrestrial EcologyComposition and dynamics of terrestrial communities. (lec/lab)BIO 160/COI3.00
BIO 265Advanced BiogeographyCurrent concepts on plant and animal distribution.BIO 160/equiv.3.00
BIO 271Advanced ParsitologyCurrent trends and concepts in host-parasite relationships. (lec/lab)BIO 160/equiv.3.00
BIO 280ProtozoologyBiology of representative protozoa. (lec/lab)BIO 116, 116.13.00
BIO 281Experimental Design and Statistical AnalysisDesign and analysis of experiments and application of nonparametric and multivariate methods in the life sciences.BIO 180/equiv3.00
BIO 296SeminarCompletion of 12 u of graduate courses.Completion of 12 u of graduate courses1.00
BIO 299Research in BiologyConceptualization, conduct of actual research and preparation of scientific manuscript on a biological research problem. Prereq: Completion of 12 u of graduate courses.Completion of 12 u of graduate courses2.00
BIO 300MS ThesisCompletion of course requirements.Completion of course requirements6.00
BIO 322Advanced Animal PhysiologyAdvanced concepts of animal physiology; analyses of adaptive functions and mechanisms in various animal groups. (lec/lab)BIO 122/equiv3.00
BIO 395Advanced Studies in BiologyConduct of actual research, preparation of scientific manuscript on an advanced research problem in Biology, and submission of manuscript in a highly reputed journal (e.g. Thomson Reuters indexed) journal for peer review. May be taken twice provided that the research topics are not the same; topic(s) to be specified for record purposes. 4.00
BIO 397Current Topics in BiologyDiscussions on current and emerging issues in the biological sciences.COI
BIO 399Independent Doctoral Research in BiologyComprehensive literature survey, conceptualization and conduct of actual research and preparation of scientific manuscript on an advanced biological research problem.Completion of 18 u of graduate courses2.00
BIO 400PhD DissertationPassing of candidacy examination and completion of course requirementsPassing of candidacy examination and completion of course requirements
Microbio 211Microbial SystematicsMicrobial Diversity, phylogeny, and modern approaches to microbial classification and identification. (lec/lab)Prereq: BIO 120/equiv3.00
Microbio 212Ultrastructure of MicroorganismsBasic electron microscope with emphasis on cytochemistry and various labeling techniques as applied to microorganisms. (lec/lab)BIO 120/ equiv3.00
Microbio 221Advanced Microbial PhysiologyAdvanced concepts of microbial nutrition and metabolism; microbial physiology mechanisms applicable to food, industrial, medical and environmental microbiology.BIO 123/equiv
Microbio 241Advanced Microbial GeneticsAdvanced genetic analysis of microbial systems; molecular mechanisms of gene regulation and gene transfer in microorganisms. (lec/lab)BIO 141/equiv3.00
Microbio 251Microbial PathogenesisMolecular mechanism of virulence and host-pathogen interactions.BIO 125/Bio 151/equiv
Microbio 261Advanced Microbial EcologyAdvanced concepts of microbial ecology; microbial diversity and its relationship to environmental quality and sustainability. (lec/lab)BIO 163/equiv3.00
Microbio 262Soil MicrobiologySystematics and ecology of soil microorganisms; techniques of studying growth and control of soil microflora. (lec/lab)BIO 163/equiv3.00
Microbio 271ProtozoologyBio 116, Bio 117/equiv3.00
Microbio 281Industrial MicrobiologyEconomically important microorganisms and their application in industry.BIO 120/equiv3.00
Microbio 296SeminarCompletion of 12 u. of graduate courses1.00
Microbio 299Research in MicrobiologyCompletion of 12 u. of graduate courses2.00
Microbio 300MS ThesisCompletion of course requirements.Completion of all course work6.00

GRADUATE COURSES

Course
Number
Course
Title
Course
Description
PrerequisitesCredit
BIO 1Contemporary Topics in BiologyContemporary Topics in Biology. Recent developments in Biology pertinent to concerns about the nature of life, health, and related social issue. (3h lec)none3.00
BIO 11Fundamentals of Biology IThe fundamentals of biology from the molecular and cellular levels up to organ systems of organization. (3h lec)Chem 16/equiv, Chem 16.1/equiv3.00
BIO 11.1Fundamentals of Biology I LaboratoryExperiments and exercises in fundamentals of biology from molecular and cellular levels up to organ systems of organization (lab)Chem 16/equiv, Chem 16.1/equiv. Co-req: BIO 112.00
BIO 12Fundamentals of Biology IIThe fundamentals of biology including reproductive and development genetics, systematics, evolution, and ecology. (3h lec)BIO 11, BIO 11.1.3.00
BIO 12.1Fundamentals of Biology II LaboratoryExperiments and exercises in fundamentals of biology including reproduction and development, genetics, systematics, evolution, and ecology (lab)BIO 11, BIO 11.1. Co-req: BIO 12.2.00
BIO 100Statistical Methods in BiologyApplications of basic statistics in the biological sciences (lec and lab)none3.00
BIO 101Plant MorphoanatomyMorphology and anatomy of the vascular plants. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.3.00
BIO 102Comparative Vertebrate AnatomyFunctional and comparative morphology of the various classes of vertebrates from an evolutionary perspective.BIO 12, BIO 12.1.3.00
BIO 102.1Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy LaboratoryLaboratory activities and exercises in functional and comparative morphology of the various classes of vertebrates from an evolutionary perspective. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1. Co-req: BIO 102.2.00
BIO 111PhycologyTaxonomy, morphology, and phylogeny of algae (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.4.00
BIO 112MycologyTaxonomy, morphology, and ecology of the fungi and lichens. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.4.00
BIO 113Fundamentals of VirologyViral taxonomy, structure, replication, and pathogenesis; virus-host interactions.BIO 120, BIO 150, BIO 150.1.3.00
BIO 114Mosses, Hepatics, and FernsEvolutionary morphology, classification, and ecology of mosses, hepatics, and ferns. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.4.00
BIO 115Taxonomy of AngiospermsIntroduction to the principles and methods of the description, identification, nomenclature, and classification of angiosperms (flowering plants); survey of selected flowering plant families with a discussion on phylogenetic relationships. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.4.00
BIO 116Invertebrate BiologyTaxonomy, phylogeny, systematics based on molecular data, and selected aspects of physiology, reproduction, and ecology of invertebrates. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.4.00
BIO 117Vertebrate BiologyBiology of amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. (lec/lab)BIO 102, BIO 102.14.00
BIO 118Insect BiologyStructure, function, development, taxonomy, and distribution of insects and allied forms. Methods of collection for study. (lec/lab)BIO 12, BIO 12.1.4.00
BIO 119Fish BiologyMorphology, physiology, ecology, behavior, genetics, and taxnonomy of fish. (lec/lab)BIO 102, BIO 102.14.00
BIO 120General MicrobiologyBiology of microorganisms and introduction to applied microbiology.BIO 12, BIO 12.1. Coreq: Chem 40, Chem 40.1.4.00
BIO 121Plant PhysiologyFundamental aspects of plant vital functions, including nutrition, photosynthesis, absorption, and translocation of materials, growth, and development.BIO 101, Chem 40, Chem 40.1.4.00
BIO 122Animal PhysiologyPrinciples of animal functions with emphasis on physiological regulations and adaptations.BIO 102, BIO 102.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.1.4.00
BIO 122.1Animal Physiology LaboratoryPrinciples of animal functions with emphasis on physiological regulations and adaptations.BIO 102, BIO 102.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.1. Co-req: BIO 122/equiv.2.00
BIO 123Fundamentals of Microbial PhysiologyComposition and structure of microbial cells; regulation of biochemical activities associated with cellular metabolism.BIO 1203.00
BIO 125Medical MicrobiologySurvey of various microorganisms associated with human health and description of host-pathogen interactions.BIO 1203.00
BIO 131Plant Developmental BiologyDevelopmental mechanisms in selected lower vascular and higher vascular plants, and cellular and molecular aspects of development.BIO 101, Chem 40, Chem 40.1.4.00
BIO 132Animal Developmental BiologyDevelopmental biology of sexually reproducing animals with focus on the molecular and cellular mechanisms that characterize and regulate progression in the different stages of animal ontogenyBIO 102, BIO 102.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.13.00
BIO 132.1Animal Developmental Biology LaboratoryLaboratory exercises which include microscopic observations and laboratory experimentation on developmental biology of animals.BIO 102, BIO 102.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.1. Co-req: BIO 132/equiv.2.00
BIO 134General Animal HistologyMicroscopic structures and functional significance of animal tissues using an organ system approach.BIO 102, BIO 102.13.00
BIO 140Fundamentals of GeneticsGenetics from Mendel to the present; basic principles, concepts, and mechanisms of genetics and modern developments in the field with their theoretical and practical implications.BIO 12, BIO 12.1, BIO 100/equiv, Chem 40, Chem 40.13.00
BIO 140.1Fundamentals of Genetics LaboratoryLaboratory experiments and exercises in Genetics from Mendel to the present; basic principles, concepts and mechanisms of genetics and modern developments in the field with their theoretical and practical implications.BIO 12, BIO 12.1, BIO 100/equiv, Chem 40, Chem 40.12.00
BIO 141Fundamentals of Microbial GeneticsStructure, expression, and applications of exchane of genetic materials in bacteria, fungi, and bacteriophagesBIO 120, BIO 140, BIO 140.1.3.00
BIO 142Fundamentals of CytogeneticsConcepts, methods, and applications in cytogeneticsBIO 140, BIO 140.1.3.00
BIO 150Fundamentals of Cell and Molecular BiologyStudy of living processes at the cellular and molecular levels of organization.BIO 12, BIO 12.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.1.3.00
BIO 150.1Fundamentals of Cell and Molecular Biology LaboratoryExperiments and exercises in cell and molecular biology.BIO 12, BIO 12.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.1.2.00
BIO 160Fundamentals of EcologyPrinciples and concepts pertaining to ecosystem structure and function, properties and interactions of populations, species adaptations and environmental influences, and organization and dynamics of terrestrial and aquatic communities.BIO 12, BIO 12.1, BIO 100/equiv.3.00
BIO 160.1Fundamentals of Ecology LaboratoryPractical application of ecological concepts and principles pertaining to interactions, adaptations, and dynamics of terrestrial and aquatic communities through experiments and field exercisesBIO 12, BIO 12.1, Chem 40, Chem 40.1. Co-req: BIO 150/equiv2.00
BIO 161Field BiologyField identification, natural history, and the study of plants, animals, and natural systems with emphasis on field techniques important to biodiversity assessment and researchBIO 160, BIO 160.15.00
BIO 162LimnologyPhysical, chemical and biological aspects of freshwater habitatsBIO 160, BIO 160.14.00
BIO 163Fundamentals of Microbial EcologyEcology and evolution of microorganisms, microbial interrelationships, and biogeochemical cyclesBIO 1203.00
BIO 164Biodiversity and Conservation BiologyStudy of species assemblages, their distribution and ecosystems with particular reference to mechanisms of change and human impact.BIO 160, BIO 160.13.00
BIO 165BiogeographyEcological and historical aspects of spatial distribution of plants and animals.BIO 160, BIO 160.13.00
BIO 166Restoration EcologyEcological theory and practice in the restoration of populations, communities, ecosystems, and landscapes, with an emphasis on terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.BIO 160, BIO 160.14.00
BIO 170Animal BehaviorCauses and basis of comparative animal behavior with emphasis on the adaptive survival and reproductive mechanisms.BIO 116, BIO 1223.00
BIO 171General ParasitologyBiology, morphology, life cycles, mechanisms of pathogenesis, epidemiology, and control of parasites including experiments involving cellular and molecular mechanisms of host-parasite interactions.BIO 102, BIO 102.1, BIO 120, BIO 150, BIO 150.13.00
BIO 172Systematics and Ecology of Animal ParasitesBiodiversity, ecology, and evolution of animal parasites.BIO 102, BIO 102.1, BIO 1164.00
BIO 191Systematics and EvolutionIntroduction to biological systematics and evolution covering the fundamental theory, methods, and purposes of biosystematics and the events and processes of organic evolution.BIO 12, BIO 12.13.00
BIO 193Evolutionary EcologyPrinciples and theories that connect ecological processes, natural selection, and evolution.BIO 160, BIO 160.1, BIO 191
BIO 196Undergraduate SeminarSenior Standing1.00
BIO 200Undergraduate ThesisCourse stipulation: may be enrolled for 1, 2, or 4 units for a total of 4 units.Passed 95 units2.00
BIO 210Advanced SystematicsAdvanced principles and methods in phylogenetic systematics. (lec/lab)Bio 191/COI3.00
BIO 220Chemical PhysiologyIntegrative approach to plant and animal physiology, with focus on the molecular and cellular bases. (lec/lab)BIO 121/122/COI3.00
BIO 221Advanced Plant PhysiologyAdvanced concepts of plant physiology; plant-water relations, inorganic nutrition, metabolic systems hormonal regulation and environmental control of growth and development, and plant movements. (lec/lab)BIO 121/equiv3.00
BIO 224Stress PhysiologyPhysiological responses of plants and animals to environmental stress. (lec/lab)BIO 121, 122/equivs3.00
BIO 230Differentiation in Embryonic SystemsConcepts and mechanisms underlying specialization of cells during early development.BIO 133/equiv/COI3.00
BIO 232Advances in Plant Developmental BiologyCurrent topics on key areas of plant development; i.e. embryonic development, meristem activity during post-embryonic development, cytological features of developing structures, and genetic control of plant development.BIO 133/equiv3.00
BIO 233Advances in Animal Developmental BiologyCurrent concepts on the underlying principles of animal development.BIO 133/equiv3.00
BIO 234Developmental Morphology of Vascular PlantsDevelopmental morphology and anatomy of vascular plants at different stages of their vegetative and reproductive growth. (lec/lab)BIO 133/equiv3.00
BIO 240Advanced GeneticsAdvanced principles and methods of genetics. (lec/lab)BIO 140/equiv3.00
BIO 241Advanced Molecular GeneticsThe principles of heredity elucidated at the molecular level. (lec/lab)COI3.00
BIO 242CytogeneticsCytology and genetics of induced chromosomal aberrations. (lec/lab)240/COI3.00
BIO 243Population GeneticsAnalysis of gene frequencies and their alteration in a population. (lec/lab)BIO 140/COI3.00
BIO 244Advanced Evolutionary GeneticsMechanisms of evolution using advanced principles of molecular and population genetics.BIO 240/equiv
BIO 250Advanced Cell and Molecular BiologyAdvanced study on current topics in cell and molecular biologyBIO 1503.00
BIO 251Advanced ImmunobiologyAdvanced concepts and methods in immunobiology. (lec/lab)BIO 151/ equiv.3.00
BIO 260Advanced EcologyPrinciples and concepts underlying ecosystem structure and function in natural environments. (lec/lab)BIO 160/COI3.00
BIO 262Freshwater EcologyComposition and dynamics of freshwater communities. (lec/lab)BIO 160/COI3.00
BIO 263Terrestrial EcologyComposition and dynamics of terrestrial communities. (lec/lab)BIO 160/COI3.00
BIO 265Advanced BiogeographyCurrent concepts on plant and animal distribution.BIO 160/equiv.3.00
BIO 271Advanced ParsitologyCurrent trends and concepts in host-parasite relationships. (lec/lab)BIO 160/equiv.3.00
BIO 280ProtozoologyBiology of representative protozoa. (lec/lab)BIO 116, 116.13.00
BIO 281Experimental Design and Statistical AnalysisDesign and analysis of experiments and application of nonparametric and multivariate methods in the life sciences.BIO 180/equiv3.00
BIO 296SeminarCompletion of 12 u of graduate courses.Completion of 12 u of graduate courses1.00
BIO 299Research in BiologyConceptualization, conduct of actual research and preparation of scientific manuscript on a biological research problem. Prereq: Completion of 12 u of graduate courses.Completion of 12 u of graduate courses2.00
BIO 300MS ThesisCompletion of course requirements.Completion of course requirements6.00
BIO 322Advanced Animal PhysiologyAdvanced concepts of animal physiology; analyses of adaptive functions and mechanisms in various animal groups. (lec/lab)BIO 122/equiv3.00
BIO 395Advanced Studies in BiologyConduct of actual research, preparation of scientific manuscript on an advanced research problem in Biology, and submission of manuscript in a highly reputed journal (e.g. Thomson Reuters indexed) journal for peer review. May be taken twice provided that the research topics are not the same; topic(s) to be specified for record purposes. 4.00
BIO 397Current Topics in BiologyDiscussions on current and emerging issues in the biological sciences.COI
BIO 399Independent Doctoral Research in BiologyComprehensive literature survey, conceptualization and conduct of actual research and preparation of scientific manuscript on an advanced biological research problem.Completion of 18 u of graduate courses2.00
BIO 400PhD DissertationPassing of candidacy examination and completion of course requirementsPassing of candidacy examination and completion of course requirements
Microbio 211Microbial SystematicsMicrobial Diversity, phylogeny, and modern approaches to microbial classification and identification. (lec/lab)Prereq: BIO 120/equiv3.00
Microbio 212Ultrastructure of MicroorganismsBasic electron microscope with emphasis on cytochemistry and various labeling techniques as applied to microorganisms. (lec/lab)BIO 120/ equiv3.00
Microbio 221Advanced Microbial PhysiologyAdvanced concepts of microbial nutrition and metabolism; microbial physiology mechanisms applicable to food, industrial, medical and environmental microbiology.BIO 123/equiv
Microbio 241Advanced Microbial GeneticsAdvanced genetic analysis of microbial systems; molecular mechanisms of gene regulation and gene transfer in microorganisms. (lec/lab)BIO 141/equiv3.00
Microbio 251Microbial PathogenesisMolecular mechanism of virulence and host-pathogen interactions.BIO 125/Bio 151/equiv
Microbio 261Advanced Microbial EcologyAdvanced concepts of microbial ecology; microbial diversity and its relationship to environmental quality and sustainability. (lec/lab)BIO 163/equiv3.00
Microbio 262Soil MicrobiologySystematics and ecology of soil microorganisms; techniques of studying growth and control of soil microflora. (lec/lab)BIO 163/equiv3.00
Microbio 271ProtozoologyBio 116, Bio 117/equiv3.00
Microbio 281Industrial MicrobiologyEconomically important microorganisms and their application in industry.BIO 120/equiv3.00
Microbio 296SeminarCompletion of 12 u. of graduate courses1.00
Microbio 299Research in MicrobiologyCompletion of 12 u. of graduate courses2.00
Microbio 300MS ThesisCompletion of course requirements.Completion of all course work6.00

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