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BIO 101 General Biology I 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits

Prerequisites: High school biology or equivalent and RDG 099

Course Fees: C, H

An investigative approach to the science of biology involving the molecular structure and function of the cell. This is extended to the tissue level of organization and coordinated with the total organism. Emphasis is on nutrition and energy release in an attempt to note the importance of bio-energetics to the cell and organism at large. Laboratory exercises parallel lecture and reading assignments.

BIO 102 General Biology II 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits Prerequisite: BIO 101

Course Fees: C, H

The origin of new cells and organisms as well as the manner by which genetic material is passed from parent to offspring are investigated in detail through lecture, discussion and lab exercises. Classical and molecular genetics are reviewed and permit the concurrent consideration of the theories relevant in biology today — development, cell, gene and evolution.

BIO 103 Environmental Science: Ecosystems and Man 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits

Prerequisite: RDG 099 Course Fees: C, H

The impact of human activities on ecosystems will be explored. Topics will include fundamentals of ecology, how ecosystems function, conservation of plants and animals, overpopulation and world food/hunger problems. Lab experiences focus on natural resource monitoring and ecological investigations.

BIO 104 Environmental Science: Pollution and Solutions

3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits Prerequisite: RDG 099

Course Fees: C, H

This science course emphasizes the impact of human activities on global resources. Topics will include energy sources, air and water pollution, toxicology, global climate change and waste. Lab experiences focus on investigations that help students understand how to minimize their environmental impacts.

BIO 105 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits

Prerequisites: High school chemistry (or CHM 107 or CHM 111) and high school biology (or BIO 101, BIO 107 or BIO 111) and RDG 099

Course Fees: C, H

This course presents a comprehensive study of the structure and function of the gross and microscopic organization of the human body. Emphasis is placed on the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Laboratory experiences include computer-assisted instruction and experimental labs which reinforce contemporary scientific concepts.

BIO 106 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits

Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in BIO 105 Course Fees: C, H

Building on the concepts of BIO 105, BIO 106 investigates the endocrine, immune, digestive, excretory, respiratory, circulatory and reproductive systems of the human body. Laboratory experiences include computer-assisted instruction and experimental labs that will reinforce contemporary scientific concepts.

BIO 107 Human Biology 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits Prerequisite: RDG 099

Course Fees: C, H

Human biology is a one-semester course designed for students with limited recent experience in biological science. The course explores the structure and function of the human body at both the cellular and organismal levels. Topics of current biomedical and bioethical importance and bioengineering are investigated and discussed.

BIO 111 Contemporary Concepts in Biology 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits

Prerequisite: RDG 099 Course Fees: C, H

This is a one-semester course that provides a general survey of basic biological theories and modern scientific research. This course includes an introduction to plant and animal diversity, natural selection and molecular biology through interactive laboratory techniques and lectures. This course fulfills the requirements of a general education

lab course.

BIO 112 Introduction to Marine Biology 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits Prerequisite: RDG 099

Course Fees: C, H

Introduction of Marine Biology is a one-semester course involving the study of the interaction between marine organisms and their physical environment. Topics studied will include marine ecosystems, diversity of marine organisms and the ocean environment, as well as the importance of marine habitats to terrestrial habitats. Laboratory work will include applied science and identification of marine organisms. This course fulfills the requirements of

a general education lab science course.

BIO 113 Economic Botany: Plants and Society 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits

Prerequisite: RDG 099 Course Fees: C, H

Students will explore the scientific research on present and future use of plants and the relationship between plants and people. Topics will include plants known to be useful or those which may have potential uses so far undeveloped. Origins of agriculture, important crop plants, spices, herbal medicines and important plant resources such as wood, bark, latex, tannins, dyes, fibers, resins, oils and waxes will be discussed. Laboratory work will include demonstrations and practical experiments about useful plants. Field experiences will include trips to local farms and gardens that feature economically important plants.

BIO 115 Introduction to Equine Science 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits

Prerequisites: BIO 116 and RDG 099 or permission of the instructor

Course Fees: C, H

This course presents theoretical and practical scientific knowledge in the study and care of horses. Instruction focuses on anatomy, physiology, behavior, reproduction and nutrition. Laboratory and field experience will develop skills in handling, foot care, feeding, selection and health management of horses. This course is appropriate for students with or without prior academic or practical experience with horses.

BIO 116 Animal Science 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits Prerequisite: RDG 099

Course Fees: C, H

This course presents the fundamental scientific principles under- lying animal function and production including the topics of heredity, nutrition, reproduction, physiology, behavior and animal health, as well as current issues related to the animal sciences. Laboratory work will include applied science and field experiences to local farms and animal care facilities.

BIO 120 Introduction to Experimentation 1 lecture hour, 1 credit

Course Fee: C

An introductory course exploring the Scientific Method and the concepts of experimental design. This is a one-credit course designed for students pursuing careers in science or students wanting to have a better understanding of the scientific process.

BIO 140 Science of Nutrition 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits Prerequisite: RDG 099

Course Fees: C, H

This course explores nutrition as a scientific discipline. Information on the chemical, biological and metabolic nature of major and minor nutrients will be covered. Food choices and habits will be examined and aspects of clinical nutrition will be introduced. Nutrition research will be explained and how information flows from the lab bench to popular press will be explored. Current popular nutritional thinking will be reviewed and critiqued by reviewing books, movies and written articles.

BIO 209 Ecology: Principles and Processes 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits

Prerequisite: One semester of a college laboratory science Course Fees: C, H

This field course, designed for science-emphasis students and those particularly interested in ecology, deals with the interaction of organisms at all levels of the ecosystem. A majority of the laboratory sessions are devoted to the investigation of ecological processes in natural environs.

BIO 212 Wetlands Field Ecology 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits Prerequisites: Any lab science and RDG 099 Course Fees: C, H, W

This is the study of the area between dry terrestrial systems and permanently flooded aquatic systems. This is a field course and includes a description of the hydrology and biochemistry of the wetlands found throughout the world. In addition the animals, plants and microscopic organisms of the wetlands will be studied in detail. The human impact and management of wetlands will be discussed. Both lecture and lab will be held at The Wetlands Institute.

BIO 215 Microbiology

3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits Prerequisite: BIO 102 or BIO 106 Course Fees: C, H

This course involves the study of the structure and function of microorganisms including viruses, rickettsiae, bacteria, fungi and protozoa. Molecular aspects of nutrition and metabolism are considered. Emphasis is placed on lab techniques associated with the growth and development of microbial systems. Throughout the course there is a reference to microbial disease and its elicitation of the immunological response.

BIO 216 Equine Capstone Practicum 2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 3 credits Prerequisite: BIO 115

Course Fees: C, G

This equine science course integrates didactics, knowledge, skills and experiential learning to allow the student to apply a mastery of fundamental equine science concepts. Hands-on practical experiences will focus on evaluating horses based on confirmation, biomechanics, soundness and suitability for a given discipline, application of nutritional principles, facility and horse management concepts to new situations. Students will develop a portfolio for employability and further educational and career advancement.

BIO 221 Cell and Molecular Biology 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 4 credits

Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in BIO 102 or BIO 106 Course Fees: C, H

This course will provide students a background in contemporary biochemical, cell and molecular and biotechnology techniques currently utilized in biological science laboratories. Lectures will focus on the subcellular distribution and function of macromolecules, regulation of gene expression, recombinant DNA technology, gene therapy techniques and the molecular basis of cell signaling and cancer. Emphasis will be placed on developing fundamental student laboratory skills utilizing recombinant DNA technology and other current techniques of cell and molecular biology.