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BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES (BISC)
Donald J. Roufa
Chair of the Department
601 Science-Engineering Building
575-3251
* PROFESSORS JAMES, KILAMBI, SMITH (K.), TALBURT, WALKER * PROFESSORS EMERITI DALE, EVANS (W.), FAIRCHILD, GUEST, JOHNSTON, LANE, MARTIN, MEYER, MONEY, RUSSERT-KRAEMER, SCHMITZ, SEALANDER, SMITH (E.) * ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS BAILEY, BROWN, DURDIK, ETGES, EVANS (R.), IVEY, KRAL, RHOADS, SPIEGEL * ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR EMERITUS WICKLIFF * ASSISTANT PROFESSORS BEAUPRE, HENRY, SAGERS, SCHNELL, TICHENOR, TURBEVILLE * ASSISTANT RESEARCH PROFESSOR POWELL
The Department of Biological Sciences offers a Bachelor of Science degree for those students who seek a degree with a broad background in the life sciences. The B.S. is recommended for students planning to continue their education in basic or applied biology in graduate or professional school. A Bachelor of Arts degree is available for students who do not plan necessarily on a career as a professional biologist, but who desire a good foundation in the discipline. Those students seeking research experience are invited to participate in the college Honors Program.
Biology (BIOL)
Requirements for a B.S. Degree with a Major in Biology: A minimum of 124 hours is required, including:
1. BIOL 1543/1541L or equivalent (Majors may take additional 1000 level courses [BIOL, BOTY, and/or ZOOL] BUT may apply a maximum of eight 1000 level credits toward the major.)
2. An additional 34 hours of biological sciences including:
a. Bibliographic Practicum, BIOL 2001
b. General Microbiology, MBIO 2013/2011L
c. Cell Biology, BIOL 2533 [BIOL 2531L Cell Biology Lab is
optional]
d. General Genetics, BIOL 3323/3321L
e. General Ecology, BIOL 3864
f. Organismal evolutionary plant biology, at least one course
from BOTY 2404 or 4104
g. Organismal evolutionary animal biology, at least one course
from ZOOL 2404, 2814, BIOL 3023, or ZOOL 4554,4623
h. Physiology, at least one course from BOTY 4304, ZOOL 2213/2211L,
BIOL 4234, 4263, or MBIO 4303
i. Five to eight hours of biology electives to be selected
from courses in Fulbright College and/or the Bumpers
College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences with the approval of the
student's adviser. At least three advanced courses must be taken from
one area of emphasis in biology. An area of emphasis will be decided by
each student and the student's adviser. The Fulbright College writing
requirement must be met from a course in the biology electives, BIOL 498V
Senior Thesis, or by an honors thesis.
3. Requirements in cognate science and mathematics include:
a. CHEM 1103/1101L (may be completed by advanced placement),
CHEM 1123/1121L, CHEM 3603/3601L, CHEM 3613/3611L, CHEM 3813
b. PHYS 2013/2011L, PHYS 2033/2031L [or PHYS 2053/2051, PHYS
2073/2071]
c. MATH 2554
d. STAT 2023 or STAT 4003/4001L
For information on advanced degrees in biology, see the Graduate School Catalog.
Requirements for a B.A. Degree with a Major in Biology: A minimum of 124 hours is required, including:
1. BIOL 1543/1541L (Majors may take additional 1000 level courses [BIOL, BOTY, and/or ZOOL] BUT may apply a maximum of eight 1000 level credits toward the major.)
2. An additional 24 hours of biological sciences, including:
a. One course from four of the following six areas of specialization, and at least one course from each of the three general areas of biology (BOTY, MBIO and ZOOL)
1. Microorganism Biology: BIOL 2533/2531L [lab optional] or MBIO
2013/2011L
2. Genetics: BIOL 3323/3321L or MBIO 4233
3. Morphology: BOTY 2404, 4104, 4424, MBIO 3023, ZOOL 2404 or
2814
4. Physiology: BOTY 4304, MBIO 4303 or ZOOL 2213/2211L
5. Evolution: BIOL 3023
6. Ecology: BIOL 3864
b. Bibliographic Practicum (BIOL 2001)
c. Remaining 8-10 credit hours of biology electives above
the 3000 level
3. Requirements in cognate science and mathematics include:
a. CHEM 1103/1101L, CHEM 1123/1121L, and either CHEM 2613/2611L2610D
or CHEM 3603/3601L, CHEM 3613/3611L
b. PHYS 2013/2011L, PHYS 2033/2031L
c. MATH 2043 or MATH 2554
Requirements for Departmental Honors in Biology: The Biological Sciences Honors Program is designed to provide students an opportunity to investigate questions in biology through an expanded reading program and research experience. Biological science majors may apply to enter the program between the second semester of the sophomore year and the end of the junior year. Application is made through both Honors Studies (OM 517) and the Department of Biological Sciences (SCEN 601).
Applicants must have a 3.25 grade-point average. Students should consult with their adviser to identify and contact a potential faculty research mentor. The student's research activities will then be directed by the departmental faculty member who agrees to sponsor the student.
Students may enroll for up to four hours of credit in BIOL 399VH during the junior year and up to eight hours of credit in BIOL 499V during the senior year. A maximum of six of these credits may be applied toward a major.
Participants are required to complete and defend an honors thesis and take 12 hours in Honors Studies, which may include six hours of thesis. The honors thesis should be based on an original research project and presented orally before a committee composed of two faculty from the Biological Sciences, a person from outside the Biological Sciences, and a representative from the Honors Council. This committee makes a recommendation concerning the award of the honors distinction to the Honors Council.
Students who successfully complete the departmental honors program usually graduate as "Departmental Scholar Cum Laude." Higher degree distinctions are recommended only in exceptional cases and are based upon the candidate's entire involvement in the honors program. Completion of an honors thesis fulfills the writing requirement in biological sciences, which precludes credit for BIOL 498V (Senior Thesis) for the same body of work.
Writing Requirement: The college writing requirement for majors in biology, botany, microbiology, or zoology may be met by one of the following:
1) Completion of an Honors thesis,
2) Completion of a Senior thesis (BIOL 498V) supervised by a faculty member in biological sciences,
3) Completion of a required term paper with a grade of B or above in a course numbered above 3000 on a topic approved by the instructor, or
4) Completion of a paper, supervised by a faculty member, in Special Problems (BIOL 480V, BOTY 480V, MBIO 480V, or ZOOL 480V).
Requirements for a Minor in Biology: Students must take BIOL 1543/1541L, or equivalent, and one course from five of the six areas of specialization outlined in the requirements for a B.A. degree in biology. Students must notify the departmental chair of their intent to minor in biology.
Biology (B.S.) Teacher Certification Requirements:
1. Complete a minimum of 24 hours in primary field.
2. Complete Pre-Education (ASED) minor. (See page 111)
3. The following courses are specifically required for certification:9 HLSC 1002, Wellness Concepts, and PEAC 1621, Fitness Concepts, OR HLSC 1103, Personal Health & Safety, COMM 1313, Fundamentals of Communication Four (4) hours of zoology
4. Earn a "C" or better in ENGL 1013, ENGL 1023, ENGL 2003 (or ENGL 2013, or exemption by grades or test), COMM 1313, and MATH 1203 (or any higher mathematics course).
5. Students wanting to teach science in middle school must major in biology or earth science and complete PSYC 3093, Childhood and Adolescence. In addition to the B.S. and B.A. degrees in biology, the Department of Biological Sciences further offers a B.S. degree in three areas of specialization: botany, microbiology, and zoology. Details of the other programs follow.
SEE PAGE 142, FOR BIOLOGY (BIOL) COURSES AND 143 FOR BOTANY (BOTY)
Requirements for the B.S. Degree with a Major in Botany: A minimum of 124 semester hours is required, including
1. BIOL 1543/1541L, or equivalent. (Majors may take additional 1000 level courses [BIOL, BOTY, and/or ZOOL] BUT may apply a maximum of eight 1000 level credits toward the major; Plant Biology, BOTY 1613/1611L is recommended)
2. Bibliographic Practicum, BIOL 2001
3. Plant Kingdom, BOTY 2404
4. Nineteen (19) hours to be chosen from
BIOL 2534, 3323/3321L, 3864, BOTY 4104, 4304, 4424, 4444
5. Ten (10) credit hours of additional courses in BOTY or other areas of biology are required.
The College requirements in science and math must be met with 18 hours in courses appropriate for science majors from chemistry, mathematics, and/or physics. Supporting courses must include 12 additional hours in courses appropriate for science majors from chemistry, geology, mathematics, physics, and/or statistics. Requirements for a Minor in Botany: 18 semester hours of botany courses, in addition to BIOL 1543/1541L or equivalent, are required. At least 14 semester hours must be in courses numbered 3000 or above. Students who minor in botany should consult with a botany adviser for selection of appropriate courses. Students must notify the departmental chair of their intention to minor in botany.
SEE BELOW FOR BOTANY (BOTY) COURSES
Microbiology (MBIO)
Requirements for the B.S. Degree with a Major in Microbiology: A minimum of 124 semester hours is required, including:
1. BIOL 1543/1541L or equivalent. (Majors may take additional 1000 level courses [BIOL, BOTY, and/or ZOOL] BUT may apply a maximum of eight 1000 level credits toward the major.)
2. Bibliographic Practicum, BIOL 2001
3. An additional 29 credits, including: MBIO 2013/2011L, 3023, 4003, 4233, 4303, 4703, 4714, 4753 and three credit hours of microbiology-related electives.
4. Requirements in the cognate science and mathematics include:
a. MATH 2554 (MATH 2564 is recommended)
b. STAT 2023 or 4003/4001L (or equivalent)
c. PHYS 2013/2011L, PHYS 2033/2031L
d. CHEM 3603/3601L, CHEM 3613/3611L, and CHEM 2262/2272 or CHEM 3813.
Requirements for Minor in Microbiology: Eighteen semester hours of microbiology courses are required: MBIO 2013/2011L, 4303, and at least 11 hours of electives to be selected from MBIO 4233, 4703, 4714, 4753, and BOTY 4424. Students must notify the departmental chair of their intention to minor in microbiology.
SEE BELOW FOR MICROBIOLOGY (MBIO) COURSES
Zoology (ZOOL)
Requirements for the B.S. Degree with a Major in Zoology: A minimum of 124 semester hours is required, including:
1. BIOL1543/1541L or equivalent. (Majors may take additional 1000 level courses [BIOL, BOTY, and/or ZOOL] BUT may apply a maximum of eight 1000 level credits toward the degree.)
2. Bibliographic Practicum, BIOL 2001
3. An additional 29 credits:
a. Four courses must be taken from the following: ZOOL 2404,
ZOOL 2814, BIOL 2533, [BIOL 2531L Lab is optional], BIOL 3323/3321L, BIOL
3864, BIOL 4234, ZOOL 4544 or 4554.
b. The remaining credits are to be chosen from at least two of the following divisions: morphological and developmental zoology (ZOOL 2404, 2443/2441L, 4544, 4554, or BIOL 3323/3321L); systematic and evolutionary zoology (ZOOL 2814, 4623, 4643, 4723, 4733, 4763, or BIOL 3023, 4433, 4613, 4724); regulatory and environmental zoology (ZOOL 2213/2211L, 4814, 4833, or BIOL 3864, 4234, 4263/4261L, 4353, 4463, 4503, 4514, 4824); or special courses (ZOOL 4843, 4933, BIOL 3923H, 399VH, 499V).
4. Requirements in the cognate science and mathematics include:
a. CHEM 1103/1101L, CHEM 1123/1121L (or equivalent), CHEM
3603/3601L, CHEM 3613/3611L;
b. PHYS 2013/2011L, PHYS 2033/2031L (or equivalent);
c. MATH 2554, (MATH 2564 is recommended)
d. STAT 2023 (Biostatistics) or STAT 4003/4001L (Statistical Methods).
Requirements for a Minor in Zoology: Students must take BIOL 1543/1541L or equivalent. In addition, 18 semester hours of zoology and biology courses are required, with at least one course in each of the three general areas outlined the requirements for a B.S. degree in zoology (morphological and developmental zoology, systematic and evolutionary zoology, and regulatory and environmental zoology). Students must notify the departmental chair of their intent to minor in zoology.
BIOLOGY (BIOL) COURSES:
BIOL1543 Principles of Biology (FA, SP, SU) Principles that unify biology with emphasis on scientific study that demonstrates how all organisms are the product of evolution and are parts of interacting systems from the molecular to the ecosystem level. Corequisite: BIOL 1541L. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
BIOL1543H Honors Principles of Biology (FA, SP) This course is designed for the well prepared student in Honors program. It focuses on the principles that unify the science of biology. Students will be exposed to how scientific principles have been used to demonstrate that all organisms are the products of evolution and are parts of interacting systems from the molecular to the ecosystem level. Corequisite: BIOL 1541M. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
BIOL1541L Principles of Biology Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) Experimental and observational techniques used in biology with emphasis on the acquisition and interpretation of results that illustrate major biological principles. Corequisite: BIOL 1543. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
BIOL1541M Honors Principles of Biology Laboratory (FA, SP) This course is designed for the well prepared student in the Honors program. It focuses on teaching students experimental and observational techniques used in the science of biology. It emphasizes the acquisition and interpretation of results that illustrate the major principles of biology. Corequisite: BIOL 1543H. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
BIOL2001 Bibliographic Practicum (FA, SP) A systematic survey of biological literature and bibliographic resources. Includes library exercises and the compiling of selected bibliographies.
BIOL2533 Cell Biology (FA, SP) (Formerly BIOL 2534) Introduction to cell structure, cell processes, biological polymers, energetics, and diversity. An introduction to biochemistry and cell chemistry. Pre- or Corequisite: (CHEM 1123 and CHEM 1121L) or (CHEM 1223 and CHEM 1221L) or equivalent. Prerequisite: BIOL 1543 and BIOL 1541L.
BIOL2531L Cell Biology Laboratory (FA, SP) (Formerly BIOL 2530L) Introduction to methods and techniques used in Cell Biology research. Laboratory experiences to highlight topics covered in BIOL 2533. Pre- or Corequisite: BIOL 2533
BIOL3023 Evolutionary Biology (FA) An introduction to the mechanisms and patterns of evolutionary change. Seeks to develop logical, scientific skills and to apply them in understanding how life has Prerequisite: BIOL 1543 and BIOL 1541L.
BIOL3323 General Genetics (SP) Surveys of Mendelian, molecular, and population mechanisms of inheritance and gene expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Lecture 3 hours per week. Corequisite: BIOL 3321L.
BIOL3321L General Genetics Laboratory (SP) Analysis of genetic problems and experiments with emphasis on "hands-on" experience with a variety of organisms. May require time outside laboratory period. Laboratory 3 hours per week. Corequisite: BIOL 3323.
BIOL3864 General Ecology (FA, SP) Ecological principles and concepts; environmental factors and interactions that determine distribution and abundance of organisms. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory and field studies 4 hours per week. Corequisite: BIOL 3860L. Prerequisite: 8 hours of biological science.
BIOL3860L General Ecology Laboratory (FA, SP) Corequisite: BIOL 3864.
BIOL3923H Honors Colloquium (IR) Covers a special topic or issue, offered as part of the honors program. May be repeated. Prerequisite: honors candidacy (not restricted to candidacy in biological sciences).
BIOL399VH Honors Course (1-4) (FA, SP) May be repeated. Prerequisite: junior standing.
BIOL4234 Comparative Physiology (FA) Comparison of fundamental physiological mechanisms in various animal groups. Adaptations to environmental factors at both the organismal and cellular levels are emphasized. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. Corequisite: BIOL 4230L. Prerequisite: (8 hours in biology or zoology) and CHEM 3613 and CHEM 3611L
BIOL4230L Comparative Physiology Laboratory (FA) Corequisite: BIOL 4234.
BIOL4263 Cell Physiology (SP) Covers cellular processes involved in growth, metabolism, transport, excitation, signalling and motility, with emphasis on function and regulation in eukaryotes, primarily animals. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: BIOL 2534 and BIOL 2530L and CHEM 3813 and PHYS 2033.
BIOL4261L Cell Physiology Laboratory (SP) Laboratory demonstrations of cell processes involved in growth, metabolism, transport, excitation, signalling and motility. Laboratory 3 hours. Corequisite: BIOL 4263.
BIOL4353 Ecological Genetics (FA, Odd years) Analysis of the genetics of natural and laboratory populations with emphasis on the ecological bases of evolutionary change. Prerequisite: BIOL 3323 and BIOL 3321L and MATH 2554 and STAT 2023 or equivalent.
BIOL4433 Principles of Evolution (FA, Even years) Advanced survey of the mechanisms of evolutionary change with special emphasis on advances since the Modern Synthesis. Historical, theoretical, and population genetics approaches are discussed. Recommended BIOL 3023. Prerequisite: BIOL 3323 and BIOL 3321L and BIOL 3864.
BIOL4463 Physiological Ecology of Animals (SP, Odd years) Interactions between environment, physiology, and properties of individuals and populations on both evolutionary and ecological scales. Prerequisite: BIOL 3864 and ZOOL 4234 and ZOOL 4230L.
BIOL4503 Ecosystem Ecology (SP, Odd years) Factors controlling ecosystem structure and function. Topics include paleoclimate and species migrations, current species alliances, biogeochemical cycles, and climate change and ecosystem stability. Prerequisite: BIOL 3864 and CHEM 1123 and CHEM 1121L.
BIOL4513 Population Ecology (SP, Odd years) (Formerly BIOL 4514) Survey of theoretical and applied aspects of population processes stressing models of growth, interspecific interactions, and adaptation to physical and biotic environments. Prerequisite: BIOL 3864.
BIOL4511L Population Ecology Laboratory (SP, Odd years) (Formerly BIOL 4510L) Pre- or Corequisite: BIOL 4513.
BIOL4523 Physiological Ecology of Plants (SP, Even years) Effects of environmental factors on plant growth. Studies of light, temperature, soil, and soil moisture relationships will be emphasized. Prerequisite: BIOL 3864.
BIOL4613 Primate Adaptation and Evolution (FA, SP, SU) Introduction to the biology of the order Primates. This course considers the comparative anatomy, behavioral ecology and paleontology of our nearest living relatives. (Same as ANTH 4613) Prerequisite: (BIOL 1543 and BIOL 1541L) or ANTH 1013.
BIOL4724 Protistology (FA, Odd years) The biology of eukaryotes other than Animals, Land Plants, and Fungi with emphasis on morphology and modern approaches to phylogenetic systematics. Three hours lecture, four hours lab/week. Involves writing term papers. Corequisite: BIOL 4720L.
BIOL4720L Protistology Laboratory (FA, Odd years) Corequisite: BIOL 4724.
BIOL480V Special Problems (1-6) (FA, SP, SU) Advanced students with adequate preparation may register for 1-6 credits. May be repeated.
BIOL4824 Community Ecology (SP, Even years) Survey of theoretical and applied aspects of community processes stressing structure, tropic dynamics, community interactions, and major community types. Corequisite: BIOL 4820L. Prerequisite: BIOL 3864.
BIOL4820L Community Ecology Laboratory (SP, Even years) Corequisite: BIOL 4824.
BIOL485V Field Ecology (1-3) (SP, SU) Project oriented approach employing current field and laboratory techniques, experimental design, and data analysis. Field trip is required.
BIOL498V Senior Thesis (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL499V rerequisite: senior standing. (1-4) (FA, SP, SU) May be repeated for 8 hours. Prerequisite: senior standing.
BIOL5001 Seminar in Biology (FA, SP) Discussion of selected topics and review of current literature in any area of the biological sciences.
BIOL5101 Bibliographic Practicum (FA) Systematic survey of biological resources available on CD-ROM, through electronic library on-line services, and on the Internet and World Wide Web. Prerequisite: senior or graduate standing.
BIOL5263 Cell Physiology (SP) Covers cellular processes involved in growth, metabolism, transport, excitation, signalling and motility, with emphasis on function and regulation in eukaryotes, primarily animals. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: BIOL 2534 and BIOL 2530L and CHEM 3813 and PHYS 2033.
BIOL5261L Cell Physiology Laboratory (SP) Laboratory demonstrations of cell processes involved in growth, metabolism, transport, excitation, signalling and motility. Laboratory 3 hours. Pre- or Corequisite: BIOL 5263.
BIOL529V Research in Physiology (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL5334 Biochemical Genetics (SP) Lectures and laboratories based on modern molecular genetic techniques for analyses of eukaryotes and manipulation of prokaryotes. A hands-on course in recombinant DNA techniques: laboratory practices in gene identification, cloning, and characterization. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 6 hours per week. Corequisite: BIOL 5330L. Prerequisite: BIOL 3323 (or equivalent) and CHEM 3813 (or equivalent).
BIOL5330L Biochemical Genetics Laboratory (SP) Corequisite: BIOL 5334.
BIOL5353 Ecological Genetics (FA, Odd years) Analysis of the genetics of natural and laboratory populations with emphasis on the ecological bases of evolutional change. Prerequisite: BIOL 3323 and BIOL 3321L and MATH 2554 and STAT 2023 or equivalent.
BIOL539V Research in Genetics (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL5433 Principles of Evolution (FA, Even years) Advanced survey of the mechanisms of evolutionary change with special emphasis on advances since the Modern Synthesis. Historical, theoretical, and population genetics approaches are discussed. Prerequisite: BIOL 3323 and BIOL 3321L and BIOL 3864. Recommended: BIOL 3023.
BIOL5463 Physiological Ecology of Animals (SP, Odd years) Interactions between environment, physiology, and properties of individuals and populations on both evolutionary and ecological scales. Prerequisite: BIOL 3864 and BIOL 4234 and BIOL 4230L.
BIOL549V Research in Vertebrate Morphology (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL5503 Ecosystem Ecology (SP, Odd years) Factors controlling ecosystem structure and function. Topics include paleoclimate and species migrations, current species alliances, biogeochemical cycles, and climate change and ecosystem stability. Prerequisite: BIOL 3864.
BIOL5513 Population Ecology (SP) (Formerly BIOL 5514) Survey of theoretical and applied aspects of populations processes stressing models of growth, interspecific interactions, and adaptation to physical and biotic environments. Corequisite: BIOL 5511L. Prerequisite: BIOL 3864.
BIOL5511L Population Ecology Laboratory (SP) (Formerly BIOL 5510L) Demonstration of the models and concepts from BIOL 5513. Pre- or Corequisite: BIOL 5513.
BIOL5523 Physiological Ecology (SP, Even years) Effects of environmental factors on plant growth. Studies of light, temperature, soil, and soil moisture relationships will be emphasized. Prerequisite: BIOL 3864.
BIOL556V Research in Invertebrate Morphology (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL557V Research in Histology (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL558V Research in Cell Biology (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL559V Research in Embryology (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL569V Research in Invertebrate Zoology (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL579V Research in Vertebrate Zoology (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL580V Research in Botany (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL581V Research in Microbiology (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL5844 Community Ecology (SP, Even years) Survey of theoretical and applied aspects of community processes stressing structure, trophic dynamics, community interactions, and major community types. Corequisite: BIOL 5840L. Prerequisite: BIOL 3864.
BIOL5840L Community Ecology Laboratory (SP, Even years) Corequisite: BIOL 5844.
BIOL585V Field Ecology (1-3) (SP, SU) Project-oriented approach employing current field and laboratory techniques, experimental design and data analysis. Field trip is required. May be repeated.
BIOL589V Research in Field Zoology (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
BIOL591V Special Topics in Microbiology (1-6) (FA, SP) Consideration of new areas of microbiological science not yet treated adequately in textbooks or in other sciences. May be repeated. Prerequisite: 8 hours of biological sciences.
BIOL600V Master's Thesis (1-6) (FA, SP, SU) Prerequisite: graduate standing.
BIOL700V Doctoral Dissertation (1-12) (FA, SP, SU) Prerequisite: graduate standing.
BOTANY (BOTY) COURSES:
BOTY1613 Plant Biology (FA, SP, SU) Consideration of basic flowering plant structure, growth, development, physiology, genetics, ecology, and a brief survey of other plant groups. Lecture 3 hours per week. BOTY 1611L is recommended as a corequisite and both are required for partial fulfillment of the Fulbright College natural sciences requirement. Prerequisite: BIOL 1543 and BIOL 1541L. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
BOTY1611L Plant Biology Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) Pre- or Corequisite: BOTY 1613. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
BOTY1611M Honors Plant Biology Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) Pre- or Corequisite: BOTY 1613. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
BOTY2404 Survey of the Plant Kingdom (SP) Structure, reproduction, and evolution of plant groups. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory or field work 4 hours per week. Corequisite: BOTY 2400L. Prerequisite: BOTY 1613 and BOTY 1611L.
BOTY2400L Survey of the Plant Kingdom Laboratory (SP) Corequisite: BOTY 2404.
BOTY4104 Taxonomy of Flowering Plants (SP, SU) Identifying, naming, and classifying of wildflowers, weeds, trees, and other flowering plants. Emphasis is on the practical aspects of plant identification. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. Corequisite: BOTY 4100L. Prerequisite: BOTY 1613 and BOTY 1611L and BIOL 1543 and BIOL 1541L.
BOTY4100L Taxonomy of Flowering Plants Laboratory (SP, SU) Corequisite: BOTY 4104.
BOTY4304 Plant Physiology (FA) Study of plant processes. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. Corequisite: BOTY 4300L. Prerequisite: BOTY 1613 and BOTY 1611L and BIOL 1543 and BIOL 1541L and general chemistry.
BOTY4300L Plant Physiology Laboratory (FA) Corequisite: BOTY 4304.
BOTY4424 Mycology (FA) Form and function of the fungi. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 4 hours per week. Corequisite: BOTY 4420L. Prerequisite: BOTY 1613 and BOTY 1611L and BIOL 1543 and BIOL 1541L.
BOTY4420L Mycology Laboratory (FA) Corequisite: BOTY 4424.
BOTY480V Special Problems (1-6) (FA, SP, SU) May be repeated for 6 hours.
BOTY5323 Plant Growth and Growth Substances (SP, Even years) Concepts and techniques employed in the study of growth and development with emphasis on growth substances. Prerequisite: BOTY 4304 and organic chemistry.
MICROBIOLOGY (MBIO) COURSES:
MBIO2013 General Microbiology (FA, SP, SU) Basic concepts of microbiology including diversity, genetics, metabolism, growth, control of growth, pathogenesis, and immunology. Corequisite: MBIO 2011L. Prerequisite: BIOL 1543 and BIOL 1541L and 2 semesters of general chemistry.
MBIO2013H Honors General Microbiology (FA, SP, SU) Basic concepts of microbiology including diversity, genetics, metabolism, growth, control of growth, pathogenesis, and immunology. Corequisite: MBIO 2011L or MBIO 2011M. Prerequisite: BIOL 1543 and BIOL 1541L and 2 semesters of general chemistry.
MBIO2011L General Microbiology Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) Techniques for handling microorganisms. Corequisite: MBIO 2013.
MBIO2011M Honors General Microbiology Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) Corequisite: MBIO 2013.
MBIO2103 Microorganisms in Human Affairs (SP, SU) Especially for students who are enrolled in the program for Associate Degree in Nursing as well as those preparing for professions in health care. Basic concepts of microbiology are presented and particular emphasis is made on microorganisms that are pathogenic for mankind. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours per week. Corequisite: MBIO 2100L. Prerequisite: CHEM 1023 and CHEM 1021L or equivalent.
MBIO3023 Microbial Cell Structure (SP, SU) An in-depth study of microbial structure and function. Prerequisite: MBIO 2013 and MBIO 2011L and general chemistry.
MBIO4003 Laboratory Techniques in Microbiology (FA) Provides experience with laboratory techniques in microbial physiology, metabolism, and genetics. Laboratory 6 hours per week. Prerequisite: MBIO 2013 and MBIO 2011L and CHEM 3603 and CHEM 3601L and CHEM 3613 and CHEM 3611L.
MBIO4124 Food Microbiology (SP) Microbiology, contamination, preservation, and spoilage of different kinds of foods, food poisoning, sanitation, control, and inspection; microbiology of water; and standard methods for official food and public health laboratories. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 4 hours per week. (Same as FDSC 4124) Corequisite: MBIO 4120L. Prerequisite: MBIO 2013 and MBIO 2011L and CHEM 1123 and CHEM 1121L or equivalent.
MBIO4120L Food Microbiology Laboratory (SP) Corequisite: MBIO 4124.
MBIO4233 Microbial Genetics (FA) Principles of molecular genetics in microorganisms, including the concepts of DNA structure and function, mutation, transformation, conjugation, transduction, recombination, and genetic engineering. Prerequisite: MBIO 2013 and MBIO 2011L and CHEM 3603 and CHEM 3601L and CHEM 3613 and CHEM 3611L.
MBIO4303 Physiology of Microorganisms (FA) Life processes of microorganisms. Prerequisite: MBIO 2013 and MBIO 2011L and CHEM 3603 and CHEM 3601L and CHEM 3613 and CHEM 3611L.
MBIO4443 Molecular Virology (SP, Odd years) Presents the molecular mechanisms underlying viral life-cycles; tropism and host cell recognition, penetration, genome replication, gene expression, transformation, assembly, nucleic acid packaging, and egress. Emphasis placed on experimental approaches. Lecture 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: (MBIO 4233 or BIOL 3323) and (MBIO 4753 or BIOL 2533) or graduate standing.
MBIO4703 Pathogenic Microbiology (FA) Mammalian pathogens, the diseases they cause and their control. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 4 hours per week. Prerequisite: MBIO 2013 and MBIO 2011L.
MBIO4714 Basic Immunology (SP) A general overview of Immunity with emphasis on the underlying cellular, molecular, and genetic events, and discussions of more specialized issues in Immunology, such as disease states involving the Immune system, and other interesting problems in modern Immunology. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 4 hours per week. Corequisite: MBIO 4710L. Prerequisite: MBIO 2013 and MBIO 2011L (or BIOL 2534 or ZOOL 2213 and ZOOL 2211L or equivalent).
MBIO4710L Basic Immunology Laboratory (SP) Corequisite: MBIO 4714.
MBIO4753 General Virology (SP) An introduction to viral life-cycles, structure, and host cell interactions. Emphasis placed on molecular and biochemical aspects of virology. Two hour lecture and one hour discussion. Corequisite: MBIO 4750D. Prerequisite: MBIO 2013 and MBIO 2011L, (MBIO 4233 or ANSC 3123 or POSC 3123 or BIOL 3323 and BIOL 3321L) and junior standing.
MBIO4750D General Virology Drill (SP) Discussion of research articles and specific relating to lecture in MBIO 4753. Corequisite: MBIO 4753.
MBIO480V Special Problems (1-6) (FA, SP, SU) May be repeated for 6 hours.
MBIO490V Special Topics in Microbiology (1-6) (IR) Consideration of new areas of microbiological knowledge not yet treated adequately in textbooks or in other courses. Prerequisite: 8 hours of biological sciences.
MBIO5264 Soil Microbiology (FA, Odd years) A study of the microorganisms in soil and the biochemical processes for which they are responsible. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. (Same as AGRN 5264) Corequisite: MBIO 5260L. Prerequisite: MBIO 2013 and MBIO 2011L.
MBIO5260L Soil Microbiology Laboratory (FA, Odd years) Laboratory exercises related to the study of microorganisms in soil and the biochemical processes for which they are responsible. Laboratory 3 hours per week. (Same as AGRN 5260L) Corequisite: MBIO 5264.
MBIO5343 Advanced Immunology (FA) Aspects of innate, cell-mediated, and humoral immunity in mammalian and avian species. Molecular mechanisms underlying the function of the immune system are emphasized. A course in Basic Immunology prior to enrollment in Advanced Immunology is recommended but not required. Lecture 3 hours per week. (Same as POSC 5343, VTSC 5343)
MBIO5352L Immunology in the Laboratory (SP) Laboratory course on immune-diagnostic laboratory techniques and uses of antibodies as a research tool. Included are cell isolation and characterization procedures, immunochemistry, flow cytometry, ELISA and cell culture assay systems. Laboratory 6 hours per week. (Same as POSC 5352L, VTSC 5352L) Prerequisite: POSC 5343 or VTSC 5343 or MBIO 5343 or MBIO 5714.
ZOOLOGY (ZOOL) COURSES:
ZOOL1613 General Zoology (FA, SP, SU) Introduction to zoological principles relating to cells, organ systems, development, genetics, ecology, and animal phyla. Corequisite: ZOOL 1611L. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
ZOOL1611L General Zoology Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) Laboratory exercises illustrating animal structure, physiology, genetics, and ecology. Corequisite: ZOOL 1613. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
ZOOL1611M Honors General Zoology Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) Laboratory exercises illustrating animal structure, physiology, genetics, and ecology. Corequisite: ZOOL 1613. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
ZOOL2213 Human Physiology (FA, SP, SU) Fundamental concepts of physiology with emphasis in the human. Corequisite: ZOOL 2211L. Prerequisite: (CHEM 1023 and CHEM 1021L) or (CHEM 1074 and CHEM 1071L) or (CHEM 1103 and CHEM 1101L) or (CHEM 1123 and CHEM 1121L) or equivalent and MATH 1203 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
ZOOL2211L Human Physiology Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) Exercises include experiments on osmosis, reflexes, senses, muscle, cardiovascular system, ventilation, metabolism, renal function, etc. Data collection, analysis, and report writing. Does not satisfy the Fulbright College writing requirement. Corequisite: ZOOL 2213. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
ZOOL2404 Comparative Vertebrate Morphology (FA, SP) Anatomy of selected vertebrate animals with emphasis upon homologuous structures in various animal groups. Lecture 2 or 3 hours, laboratory 4 or 6 hours per week. ZOOL 2443 and ZOOL 2441L may not be counted for major in Zoology credit if prior credit in ZOOL 2404 has been earned. Corequisite: ZOOL 2400L. Prerequisite: BIOL 1543 and BIOL 1541L or equivalent.
ZOOL2400L Comparative Vertebrate Morphology Laboratory (FA, SP) Corequisite: ZOOL 2404.
ZOOL2443 Human Anatomy (FA, SP, SU) Description of human body as a series of organ systems and their interrelationships. Corequisite: ZOOL 2441L. Prerequisite: 4 hours of biological sciences. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
ZOOL2441L Human Anatomy Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) Laboratory 3 hours exercises in mammalian anatomy. Cannot be taken without prior credit in ZOOL 2443 or concurrent enrollment in ZOOL 2443. Corequisite: ZOOL 2443. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
ZOOL2814 Invertebrate Zoology (FA) Invertebrate phyla of animals with emphasis on structure, classification, and relationships. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. Corequisite: ZOOL 2810L. Prerequisite: BIOL 1543 and BIOL 1541L or equivalent.
ZOOL2810L Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory (FA) Corequisite: ZOOL 2814.
ZOOL3353 Mechanics of Human Movement (FA, SP, SU) An introduction to basic analysis of motor skills. No credit given towards major in Zoology. (Same as KINS 3353) Prerequisite: ZOOL 2443 and ZOOL 2441L.
ZOOL4544 Vertebrate Embryology (FA) Development of selected vertebrates. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 6 hours per week. Corequisite: ZOOL 4540L. Prerequisite: BIOL 1543 and BIOL 1541L or equivalent and junior standing.
ZOOL4540L Vertebrate Embryology Laboratory (SP) Corequisite: ZOOL 4544.
ZOOL4554 Developmental Biology (SP) An analysis of the concepts of mechanisms of development emphasizing the experimental approach. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. Corequisite: ZOOL 4550L. Prerequisite: junior standing.
ZOOL4550L Developmental Biology Laboratory (FA) Corequisite: ZOOL 4554.
ZOOL4623 Advanced Invertebrate Zoology (SP, Odd years) Detailed consideration of selected freshwater and marine invertebrate taxa with emphasis on functional morphology, embryology, natural history and systematics. Lectures, laboratories, and field trips. Corequisite: ZOOL4620L.
ZOOL4620L Advanced Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory (SP, Odd years) Corequisite: ZOOL 4623.
ZOOL4712 Aquaculture (SP, Even years) General survey of principles and techniques of aquaculture. Lecture 2 hours per week. Prerequisite: 8 hours biological science.
ZOOL4723 Fish Biology (SP, Odd years) Morphology, classification, life history, population dynamics, and natural history of fishes and fish-like vertebrates. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. Corequisite: ZOOL 4720L. Prerequisite: 12 hours of biological science.
ZOOL4720L Fish Biology Laboratory (SP, Odd years) Corequisite: ZOOL 4723.
ZOOL4733 Ichthyology (FA, Even years) Taxonomy, systematics, and museum and collecting methods of fresh-water fishes, concentrating on the fishes of North America. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 1 hour per week. Corequisite: ZOOL4730L. Prerequisite: ZOOL 2404 or equivalent.
ZOOL4730L Ichthyology Laboratory (FA, Even years) Corequisite: ZOOL 4733.
ZOOL4763 Ornithology (SP, Even years) Taxonomy, morphology, physiology, behavior, and ecology of birds. Lecture, laboratory, and field work. Corequisite: ZOOL 4760L. Prerequisite: 10 hours of biological sciences.
ZOOL4760L Ornithology Laboratory (SP, Even years) Corequisite: ZOOL 4763.
ZOOL480V Special Problems (1-6) (FA, SP, SU) May be repeated for 6 hours.
ZOOL4814 Limnology (FA, Odd years) Physical, chemical and biological conditions of inland waters. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory by arrangement. Corequisite: ZOOL 4810L. Prerequisite: (CHEM 1123 and CHEM 1121L) or equivalent and 12 hours of biological sciences.
ZOOL4810L Limnology Laboratory (FA, Odd years) Corequisite: ZOOL 4814.
ZOOL4833 Animal Behavior (FA, Odd years) Organization, regulation, and phylogeny of animal behavior, emphasizing vertebrates. Lecture, laboratory, and field work. Corequisite: ZOOL 4830L.
ZOOL4830L Animal Behavior Laboratory (FA, Odd years) Corequisite: ZOOL 4833.
ZOOL4933 Special Topics in Zoology (SU) Discussion of recent outstanding zoological research of interest to zoology majors and public school science teachers. May be repeated with different instructor of a maximum of 6 hours of credit. May be repeated for 6 hours. Prerequisite: 8 hours of biological sciences.
ZOOL5504 Experimental Embryology (SP, Even years) Designed to acquaint the student with experimental and theoretical approaches to developmental embryology. Corequisite: ZOOl 5500L. Prerequisite: ZOOL 4544.
ZOOL5500L Experimental Embryology Laboratory (SP, Even years) Corequisite: ZOOL 5504.
ZOOL5514 Developmental Biology (SP) An analysis of the concepts and mechanisms of development emphasizing the experimental approach. Corequisite: ZOOL 5510L.
ZOOL5510L Development Biology Laboratory (FA) Corequisite: ZOOL 5514.
ZOOL5544 Comparative Vertebrate Embryology (FA) Comparative study of the embryology of selected vertebrate types through the mammal with special emphasis on humans. Lecture 2, laboratory 6 hours per week. Corequisite: ZOOL 5540L.
ZOOL5540L Comparative Vertebrate Embryology Laboratory (FA) Corequisite: ZOOL 5544.
ZOOL5643 Invertebrate Phylogeny (SP, Even years) Introduction to the principles and practice of phylogeny reconstruction and rigorous evaluation of animal relationships inferred from molecular and morphological characters. Emphasis will be on high-level phylogeny of invertebrate taxa. Prerequisite: ZOOL 2814 or equivalent.
ZOOL5723 Fish Biology (SP, Odd years) Morphology, classification, life histories, population dynamics, and natural history of fishes and fish-like vertebrates. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. Corequisite: ZOOl 5720L. Prerequisite: 12 hours of biological sciences.
ZOOL5720L Fish Biology Laboratory (SP, Odd years) Corequisite: ZOOL 5723.
ZOOL5733 Ichthyology (FA, Even years) Taxonomy, systematics, and museum and collecting methods fresh-water fishes, concentrating on the fishes of North America. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 1 hour per week. Corequisite: ZOOL 5730L. Prerequisite: ZOOL 2404 or equivalent.
ZOOL5730L Ichthyology Laboratory (FA, Even years) Corequisite: ZOOL 5733.
ZOOL5743 Herpetology (SP, Even years) Morphology, classification and ecology of amphibians and reptiles. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 1 hour per week. Corequisite: ZOOL 5740L.
ZOOL5740L Herpetology Laboratory (SP, Even years) Corequisite: ZOOL 5743.
ZOOL5763 Ornithology (SP, Even years) Taxonomy, morphology, physiology, behavior, and ecology of birds. Lecture, laboratory, and field work. Corequisite: ZOOL 5760L. Prerequisite: 10 hours of biological sciences.
ZOOL5760L Ornithology Laboratory (SP, Even years) Corequisite: ZOOL 5763.
ZOOL5783 Mammalogy (IR) Lectures and laboratory dealing with classification, morphology, distribution, ecology, behavior, and physiology of mammals. Corequisite: ZOOL 5780L.
ZOOL5780L Mammalogy Laboratory (IR) Corequisite: ZOOL 5783.
ZOOL5814 Limnology (FA, Odd years) Physical, chemical and biological conditions of inland waters. Lecture 3 hours per week, laboratory arranged. Corequisite: ZOOL 5810L. Prerequisite: (CHEM 1123 and CHEM 1121L) or equivalent and 12 hours of biological sciences.
ZOOL5810L Limnology Laboratory (FA, Odd years) Corequisite: ZOOL 5814.
ZOOL5822 Animal Distribution (FA, Even years) Physical, chronological, and biological factors affecting animal distribution, emphasizing terrestrial and fresh-water vertebrates.
ZOOL5833 Animal Behavior (FA, Odd years) Organization, regulation, and phylogeny of animal behavior, emphasizing vertebrates. Lecture, laboratory, and field work. Corequisite: ZOOL 5830L.
ZOOL5830L Animal Behavior Laboratory (FA, Odd years) Corequisite: ZOOL 5833.
ZOOL5914 Stream Ecology (FA, Even years) Current concepts and research in lotic ecosystem dynamics. Lecture, laboratory, field work and individual research projects required. Corequisite: ZOOL 5910L. Prerequisite: some previous course work in ecology is essential.
ZOOL5910L Stream Ecology Laboratory (FA, Even years) Corequisite: ZOOL 5914.
ZOOL5922 Conservation of Endangered Species (SP, Odd years) Biological, bureaucratic, and political reasons for protection of the nation's plants and animals. Conservation biology, ecology, population genetics, and legal implications of protecting selected species in ecosystem are discussed. Lecture 2 hours per week. Prerequisite: 12 hours of biological sciences.