600
An examination of the proper research design and statistical analysis needed to solve problems in laboratory and field biology. Recommended:
BIO 500.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Advanced study of selected subject areas through lecture and/or similar colloquia. Prerequisite: Admission to the Biology M.S., Conservation Biology M.S., Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology M.S., Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology Ph.D. program, or Earth and Ecosystem Sciences Ph.D. program.
Credits
1-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Biology M.S., Conservation Biology M.S., Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology M.S., Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology Ph.D. program, or Earth and Ecosystem Sciences Ph.D. program.
Corequisites
None.
A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still need to use university resources to complete their degree requirements.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Practical experience in methodology and techniques in selected field or laboratory-oriented topics. Prerequisite: Admission to the Biology, BCM, or EES graduate program.
Credits
1-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Biology, BCM, or EES graduate program
Corequisites
None.
Various advanced topics in genetics ranging from transmission genetics to molecular genetics and evolution. Student participation is expected. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 hours. Prerequisite: Admission to the Biology M.S., Conservation Biology M.S., Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology M.S., Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology Ph.D. program, or Earth and Ecosystem Sciences Ph.D. program.
Credits
1(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Biology MS, Conservation Biology MS, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology MS, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology PhDprogram, or Earth and Ecosystem Sciences PhDprogram
Corequisites
None.
Seminar on current research papers in molecular genetics of animals, plants and fungi. Student presentations and discussions expected. May be repeated up to 4 credits. Prerequisites: One of: Graduate standing in the Biology M.S. program, graduate standing in the Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology (BCMB) M.S. program, graduate standing in the BCMB Ph.D. program.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
One of: Graduate standing in the Biology M.S. program, graduate standing in the Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology (BCMB) M.S. program, graduate standing in the BCMB Ph.D. program.
Corequisites
None.
Training in and practice of professional scientific communication, including peer-reviewed scientific papers, grant proposals, posters, and oral presentations for scientific conferences. Discussion of professional development. CR/NC only.
Credits
3(2-1)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Advanced coverage of various topics in immunology. May be repeated as offered to a maximum of 3 credit hours. Prerequisite:
BIO 537.
Credits
1-3(Spec)
Prerequisites
BIO 537
Corequisites
None.
Examines the assumptions and utility of statistical techniques used in research, with emphasis on applications in biology and multivariate techniques with complex datasets. Prerequisite: BIO 500 or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
BIO 500
Corequisites
None.
Theoretical and empirical considerations of mechanisms affecting the dynamics of and interactions between populations in nature. Prerequisites: Graduate status in Biology or Earth and Ecosystem Science.
Credits
3(2-3)
Prerequisites
Graduate status in Biology or Earth and Ecosystem Science
Corequisites
None.
Seminar on current research papers in animal behavior. May be repeated up to 4 credits.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
An integration of behavior and ecology from the standpoint of species diversity, habitat utilization, reproduction, and competition. Field observations illustrating adaptation and behavior. Prerequisite: Admission to the Biology M.S., Conservation Biology M.S., Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology M.S., Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology Ph.D. program, or Earth and Ecosystem Sciences Ph.D. program.
Credits
3(2-3)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Biology MS, Conservation Biology MS, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology MS, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology PhDprogram, or Earth and Ecosystem Sciences PhDprogram
Corequisites
None.
A study of the ecological relationships of fishes.
Credits
2(2-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
A study of specific habitats as related to fisheries management, habitat alteration problems, alternative management solutions, special techniques, and specific management topics. Prerequisites: Graduate status.
Credits
2(2-0)
Prerequisites
Graduate status
Corequisites
None.
An examination of the taxonomy, physiology, behavior and ecology of planktonic animals. Prerequisite: Graduate status in Biology or Earth and Ecosystem Sciences.
Credits
3(2-3)
Prerequisites
Graduate status in Biology or Earth and Ecosystem Sciences
Corequisites
None.
Addresses dynamics and problems of perturbed species, communities, and ecosystems and practical aspects of implementing protection. Recommended:
BIO 500.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Students learn technical and theoretical genetic methods used in conservation while generating, analyzing, and interpreting data to generate sound scientific conclusions. Prerequisite: Admission to the Biology M.S., Conservation Biology M.S., Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology M.S., Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology Ph.D. program, or Earth and Ecosystem Sciences Ph.D. program.
Credits
4(3-3)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Biology MS, Conservation Biology MS, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology MS, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology PhDprogram, or Earth and Ecosystem Sciences PhDprogram
Corequisites
None.
Technical and theoretical foundation of landscape ecology as it applies to conservation biology and applications of landscape ecology, spatial and temporal scale, and GIS tools. Pre/Co-requisite: BIO 680. Recommended: BIO 500 or STA 382; GEO 203, GEO 303.
Credits
4(3-3)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Seminars, technique courses or lecture courses on new frontiers in physiology or of special physiological interest. May be repeated for a maximum of four hours. Prerequisite: Admission to the Biology M.S., Conservation Biology M.S., Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology M.S., Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology Ph.D. program, or Earth and Ecosystem Sciences Ph.D. program.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Biology MS, Conservation Biology MS, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology MS, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology PhDprogram, or Earth and Ecosystem Sciences PhDprogram
Corequisites
None.
An in-depth work experience in the graduate student’s research area performed under the supervision of a trained professional in the selected area of biology. Prerequisite: A graduate internship agreement must be signed and on file in the Biology office or with the Director of the Biological Station at least four weeks prior to enrollment.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
A graduate internship agreement must be signed and on file in the Biology office or with the Director of the Biological Station at least four weeks prior to enrollment
Corequisites
None.