Study of biological systems at the cellular, organismal, and ecosystem levels integrated with an introduction to science pedagogy for grades 5-12. Prerequisites: BIO 112 with a grade of C- or better; EDU 255.

Vertebrate natural history emphasizing evolution, systematics, identification and general ecology studied through lecture, discussion, field trips and laboratory work. Includes experience in specimen preparation. Prerequisites: BIO 212, BIO 213 both with a grade of C- or better.

Transmission, molecular, and population genetics as it relates to human inheritance, medical syndromes, epigenetics, and genetic counseling. Does not count toward Biology major or minor.

This course covers concepts of animal behavior in invertebrate and vertebrate organisms, including antipredator, foraging and social behaviors, and behaviors associated with reproduction and cognition. This course does not count toward the Biology majors or the Biology minor. Recommended: One of: BIO 101, BIO 105QR, BIO 111, BIO 151, BIO 165; completion of at least 26 credit hours.

General microbiology course that explores the cell structure, metabolism, genetics, and diversity of microorganisms. Prerequisites: BIO 212, BIO 213 both with a C- or better; or BIO 211 with a C- or better and a signed major in Biochemistry or Biotechnology.

Interdisciplinary investigation exploring conservation of biological diversity from the gene, population, species, ecosystem, landscape, and global levels. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: BIO 212, BIO 213 both with a C- or better.

Problems associated with the misuse of a limited freshwater resource. Topics include ecosystem function and impairment, management strategies, rehabilitation techniques and public policy. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: BIO 212, 213 both with a C- or better.

Eukaryotic cellular structure and function, including experimental methods, membranes, trafficking, signaling, cytoskeleton, the cell cycle, and other cellular processes. Prerequisites: BIO 212, 213 both with a C- or better.

Laboratory experience emphasizing the theory and practice of techniques used in basic cell and molecular biology research and their applications in biotechnology. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: BIO 212, BIO 213 both with a grade of C- or better; or BIO 211 with a grade of C- or better and a signed major in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or Neuroscience; or BIO 324 or BIO 326; CHM 132.

Introduction to microscopy; principles and practice of light microscopy including dissecting, brightfield, and fluorescence microscopes; sample preparation of living and preserved specimens; and image analysis. Pre/Co-requisite: BIO 211.

An introduction to histological techniques including tissue preparation, fixation, embedding, sectioning, mounting, staining, and microscopic examination. Pre/Co-requisite: BIO 330.

A lecture/field course introducing the physical, chemical, and biotic properties of soils, soil classification and mapping, and soil resource issues. Identical to GEO 334. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. Prerequisites: CHM 120 or 131; one of the following: GEO 105, GEL 100, GEL 101, GEL 105, GEL 130QR, ENS 101QR; or BIO 212, BIO 213 with a C- or better.

Comparison of the anatomy of vertebrates and close relatives with emphasis on evolutionary interpretation, systematics, ontogeny, functional morphology and adaptation. Prerequisites: BIO 212, BIO 213 both with a grade of C- or better.

The relationship of humans to their environment and the environmental consequences of human activities. Topics include climate change, biological invasions, biodiversity loss, emerging infectious diseases. Does not count toward biology majors or the biology minor. This course may be offered as Writing Intensive.

Study of the relationships between organisms and their environment. Prerequisites: One of: BIO 101, 105, 110. Recommended: BIO 203 or 218.

Problems of water access, water-borne pathogens, water treatment, and power relationships in global cultures from anthropology, biology, and chemistry perspectives. Identical to ANT 350WI, CHM 350WI, and ENV 351WI. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. May not be applied to any Biology major or the Biology minor. May not be applied to Chemistry or Biochemistry major or minor. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: Completion of 56 hours. Recommended: ANT 171 or ANT 170; BIO 101 or BIO 110 or BIO 111; CHM 111 or CHM 120 or CHM 131; or ENV 101 or ENV 300. (University Program Group III-B: Studies in Social Structures)

Survey of pesticide characteristics, hazardous wastes, ground and surface water contaminants, air pollution, acid rain, and other environmental pollution concerns. Prerequisites: BIO 212, 213 both with a C- or better; or BIO 208, CHM 132 and a signed Environmental Health and Safety major; or BIO 211, CHM 132 and a signed Biochemistry major.

An introduction to the ecology of freshwater systems with an emphasis on the natural history, identification, and collection of freshwater organisms. Prerequisites: BIO 212, 213 both with a C- or better.

This course will familiarize students with the biology of marine life. Physical factors, communities, and human impacts on the world’s oceans will be presented. Prerequisites: BIO 212, BIO 213 with a grade of C- or better.

The study of the diversity of physiological mechanisms in animals, with emphasis on inter-species comparisons to highlight patterns of physiological adaptation. Prerequisites: BIO 212, 213 both with a C- or better; or BIO 218 and one of: CHM 132, 342.

The study of plant function including processes such as photosynthesis, water movement, growth and development, and plant response to environmental stress. Prerequisites: BIO 212, BIO 213 both with a C- or better; CHM 120, CHM 127 or CHM 132. Recommended: CHM 421 or CHM 520.

The functioning of the mammalian body and its component parts, with an emphasis on human systems. Prerequisites: BIO 212, BIO 213 both with a C- or better; or BIO 208 or BIO 211 with a C- or better and major in one of the following: Biochemistry, Dietetics, Exercise Science, Neuroscience, Public Health: Pre-Health Professional Concentration, or a signed Science minor; CHM 132 or CHM 342.

Topics of special interest that are not normally included in existing courses. Prerequisites: Course prerequisites will be announced in the Course Search and Registration.