UWM Undergraduate Catalog 2009-2010
College of Letters and Science
BIO SCI Biological Sciences
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100 Survey of Zoology. 3 cr. U. Survey of the animal kingdom, with emphasis on the importance of animals to humans. Study of phyla as represented by types, classification, structure, and life histories. Introduction to cytology, genetics, evolution, and ornithology. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Does not carry cr toward bio sci major. Prereq: none.
101 General Survey of Microbiology. 4 cr. U. Study of the nature and activities of microorganisms. Topics include surveys of bacteria, fungi, viruses, immunology, and disease applications. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis, 3 hrs lab. Intended primarily for nursing students. Does not carry cr toward bio sci major. Prereq: Chem 101(P) or 102(P).
102 Elements of Biology. 3 cr. U. Organization and function of living systems. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Intended for non-majors; does not carry cr toward bio sci major. Prereq: none.
103 Topics in Modern Biology: (Subtitled). 3 cr. U. How biological factors, processes, and reactions affect living systems. Emphasis on current issues in biology such as genetic engineering, bioethics, and population concerns. Intended for non-majors; does not carry cr toward bio sci major. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Students w/cr in Bio Sci 226 or 250 may not take 103 w/those topics. Prereq: none, except as may be required for specific topics.
104 Plants in Today's World. 3 cr. U. Introduction to major plant groups; principles of structure and function, ecology, and gardening. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Prereq: none.
150 Foundations of Biological Sciences I. 4 cr. U. Fundamental principles of biology, including ecology, evolution, genetics, molecular and cell biology integrated through an evolutionary framework. First of a two-course sequence for bio sci and other natural science majors. 3 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab. Prereq: H.S. chem or equiv & chem placement score of 30; or grade of C or better in Chem 100(P).
152 Foundations of Biological Sciences II. 4 cr. U. Organismal diversity, emphasizing structural and functional relationships in microorganisms, plants, and animals. Second of a two-course sequence for Bio Sci & other natural science majors. 3 hr lec, 3 hr lab. Prereq: grade of C or better in Bio Sci 150(P).
194 Freshman Seminar: (Subtitled). 3 cr. U. The specific topics are announced in the Schedule of Classes each time the class is offered. Open only to freshmen. Retakable w/chg in topic to 6 cr max. Prereq: none.
194 (effective 05/24/2010) Freshman Seminar: (Subtitled). 3 cr. U. The specific topics are announced in the Schedule of Classes each time the class is offered. Open only to freshmen. Students may earn cr in just one L&S Fr Sem (course numbers 192, 193, 194). Prereq: none.
201 (effective 01/25/2010) Human Structure and Function. 4 cr. U. Brief introduction to human anatomy and physiology. 3 hrs lec; 3 hrs lab No cr toward Bio Sci major. Does not substitute for Bio Sci 202/3 for Nursing & Health Sci. No cr for students w/cr in Bio Sci 202 or 203. Prereq: none.
202 (effective 01/25/2010) Anatomy and Physiology I. 4 cr. U. Anatomy and physiology of the human body including cell, tissues, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. 3 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab. Animal Course. Required of students in nursing, med tech & med rec admin. Cannot be combined with Bio Sci 150 & 203 for more than 9 cr toward the bio sci major. Prereq: none.
202 Anatomy and Physiology I. 4 cr. U. Anatomy and physiology of the human body including cell, tissues, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. 3 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab. Animal Course. Required of students in nursing, med tech & med rec admin. Cannot be combined with Bio Sci 150 & 203 for more than 9 cr toward the bio sci major. Prereq: none.
203 Anatomy and Physiology II. 4 cr. U. Anatomy and physiology of the human body including cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, excretory, endocrine, and reproductive systems. 3 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab. Animal course. Cannot be combined with Bio Sci 150 & 202 for more than a total of 9 cr toward bio sci major. Prereq: Bio Sci 202(P).
206 Biology of Women. 3 cr. U. An anatomical and physiological view of the human female life cycle with emphasis on women's health. Animal course. Prereq: course in biology.
289 Internship in Biological Sciences, Lower Division. 1-6 cr. U. Application of basic principles of biological sciences in a business, organizational, educational, political, or other appropriate setting. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. One cr earned for academic work based on 40 hrs in internship. Retakable to 6 cr max; combined limit of 3 cr in Bio Sci 289 & 489 counts toward Bio Sci major. Prereq: intro course in Bio Sci; 2.50 gpa; cons supervising faculty member.
290 (199) Independent Study and Research: (Subtitled). 1-3 cr. U. Directed library or laboratory/field research in biological sciences. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. Retakable up to 6 cr max; combined limit of 6 credits in Bio Sci 290, 698, & 699 counts toward Bio Sci major. Does not count as a Bio Sci lab course. Prereq: 2.5 gpa; writ cons instr, dept chair, & assoc dean for SAS.
296 UROP Apprenticeship. 1-3 cr. U. Undergraduate research participation in a project developed with a supervising member of the faculty or staff. One credit for 45 hrs research. Retakable to 9 cr max in any combination of UROP Apprenticeship courses. Not open to jrs and srs. Prereq: acceptance to UROP; prior or conc reg in UROP seminar.
297 Study Abroad: (Subtitled). 1-12 cr. U. Designed to enroll students in UWM-sponsored program before course work level, content, and credits are determined and/or in specially-prepared program course work. Retakable w/chg in topic. Prereq: acceptance for Study Abroad Prog.
299 Ad Hoc: (Subtitled). 1-6 cr. U. Course created expressly for offering in a specified enrollment period. Requires only dept & assoc dean approval. In exceptional circumstances, can be offered in one add'l sem. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. Retakable w/chg in topic. Prereq: none; add'l prereqs may be assigned to specific topic.
310 General Ecology. 4 cr. U. Complex interrelationships between organisms and their environment. Physiological and behavioral adaptations, populations, biotic communities, ecosystems. 3 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab, field work. Environmental/evolutionary course. One req'd all-day Saturday field trip for which fee is assessed. Prereq: Bio Sci 150(P) & 152(C) or cons instr.
315 Cell Biology. 3 cr. U. Cell structure and function at the molecular level. Flow of material, energy, and information within prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. 3 hrs lec. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: Bio Sci 152(C); Chem 104(C).
316 Laboratory in Genetics and Cell Biology. 1 cr. U. Laboratory studies in genetics and cell biology using microorganisms, plants, and animals. Hypothesis testing, data collection, computer and literature analyses, and writing of scientific papers. 3 hr lab/dis. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: Bio Sci 315(C) or 325(260)(C).
325 (260) Genetics. 3 cr. U. Principles of inheritance. Fundamental concepts of genetics. 3 hrs lec, 2 hrs dis. Prereq: grade of C or better in Bio Sci 150(P); Bio Sci 152(C) or 203(P); Chem 104(C).
350 Human Parasitology. 4 cr. U. Biology, diagnosis and epidemiology of human parasitic diseases. For life science and clinical lab science students interested in public health. 3 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(C) or Bio Sci 325(C) or cons instr.
351 (301) Invertebrate Function & Evolution. 4 cr. U. Structures, function, classification, and life histories of the invertebrates. 3 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab. Prereq: Bio Sci 310(P) or Bio Sci 315(P) & 316(P).
353 (302) Introduction to Entomology. 3 cr. U. Principles of entomology, including taxonomy, morphology, and physiology. Insect collection required. 2 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab. Prereq: Bio Sci 310(P) or cons instr.
354 Introduction to Neuroscience I: From Neuron to Brain. 3 cr. U. Basic principles of cellular, molecular, and developmental neuroscience; structure/function of neurons and glia, chemical and electrical signaling, brain development, and neurological diseases. Bio Sci/Psych 354 & 355 may be taken in either order. Bio Sci 354 & Psych 354 are jointly offered; they count as repeats of one another. Prereq: BioSci 152(P) & 315(C), or Psych 254(P).
355 Introduction to Neuroscience II: From Brain to Behavior. 3 cr. U. Basic principles of neural systems and behavior; analysis of systems for sensation and perception, learning and memory, language, emotion, and motion. Bio Sci/Psych 354 & 355 may be taken in either order. Bio Sci 355 & Psych 355 are jointly offered; they count as repeats of one another. Prereq: BioSci 152(P) & 315(C), or Psych 254(P).
356 Developmental Biology. 4 cr. U. Development of living organisms at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels. 3 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Prereq: Bio Sci 315(P) or 325(P) or cons instr.
358 (305) Birds of Wisconsin. 2 cr. U. Bird taxonomy and ecology, including the identification of Wisconsin birds. 4 hrs lab & field work. Field trip schedules (if any) and fees will be announced in class. Animal or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P).
359 (349) Comparative Ecophysiology. 3 cr. U. The essential functions of living things from all the kingdoms of life; focus on the evolution of structure in relation to function. No cr for students with cr in Bio Sci 499 with title 'Form & Function of Living Things'. Prereq: Bio Sci 310(C) or 315(C) or 325(C) or cons instr.
361 (333) Diversity of Fungi, Algae, and Plants. 3 cr. U. Morphology, reproduction, and evolutionary relationships of major groups of algae, fungi, and land plants. 2 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab. Prereq: Bio Sci 150(P), 152(P); & any one of 315(C), 310(C) or 325(C).
370 (320) Animal Physiology. 3 cr. U. Cellular and organ system physiology and comparative aspects of structure-function relationships. Counts as repeat of 3 cr of Bio Sci 320. Prereq: Bio Sci 315(P) or cons instr.
372 (320) Animal Physiology and Neurobiology Laboratory. 1 cr. U. Neural integration of animal cells and organ systems. Comparative experimental approach examining structure-function relationships. 3 hrs lab. Counts as repeat of 1 cr of Bio Sci 320. Prereq: Bio Sci 370(C) or Bio Sci/Psych 354(C) or 355(C).
380 Honors Seminar: (Subtitled). 3H cr. U. Selected topics in modern and traditional biology and their relation to society. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Prereq: soph st; Honors 200(P); cons Honors College dir.
383 (effective 01/25/2010) General Microbiology. 4 cr. U. Nature and properties of microorganisms. Molecular biology and genetics of bacteria and viruses. Major groups, ecological relationships, and taxonomy. 3 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab. Prereq: Chem 341(P) or 343(P); Bio Sci 325(P) or cons instr.
383 (303) General Microbiology. 4 cr. U. Nature and properties of microorganisms. Molecular biology and genetics of bacteria and viruses. Major groups, ecological relationships, and taxonomy. 3 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Chem 341(P) or 343(P); Bio Sci 325(260)(P) or cons instr.
401 Immunology. 2 cr. U/G. Fundamentals of the immune response, including cellular, physiological and molecular aspects. 2 hrs lec. Animal or molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 315(P) or 325(260)(P); Chem 341(P) or 343(P).
402 Immunological Techniques. 3 cr. U/G. Modern methods and protocols in immunology. 6 hrs lab. Animal or molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 401(C).
405 General Virology. 3 cr. U/G. Basic course in nature of viruses: bacterial, plant, and animal. The use of viruses in model systems for molecular biology and agents of disease. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(260)(P); Bio Sci 315(P) or 383(303)(P); Chem 501(R).
406 Marine Biology. 3 cr. U/G. Marine biology with a strong ecological focus; physical and chemical constraints that marine environments impose on organisms; specialized adaptations of marine organisms in response. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Animal or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 310(P).
407 Plant Systematics and Evolution. 3 cr. U/G. Survey of important plant families; plant systematic theory, current techniques in data collection and analysis. 2 hrs lec/dis; 4 hrs lab. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P); Bio Sci 310(C) or 325(C); or grad st; or cons instr.
425 Plankton Biology. 4 cr. U/G. Planktonic algae and zooplankton; emphasis on taxonomy, diversity, and ecology. Laboratory includes microscopic examinations and experimental studies of development, physiological ecology, and predator-prey interactions. 3 hrs lec, 4 hrs lab. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P), 152(P), & any of 310(C), 315(C) or 325(C).
430 (530) Animal Behavior-Ethology. 3 cr. U/G. Animal behavior from the biologist's point of view, relating species-characteristic behavior to environment, internal function, ontogeny, and evolution. 3 hrs lec/dis. Animal course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(P) or 316(C).
458 Community Ecology. 3 cr. U/G. Theories and models in community ecology. Analysis of biological communities emphasizing the origin, maintenance and consequences of species diversity within local communities. Environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 310(P) or cons instr; or grad st.
465 Biometry. 3 cr. U/G. Simple distribution; statistical inference; simple regression theory; experimental design; analysis of variance and covariance as they relate to biology. Plant or animal or molecular/microbiology or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P); Math 105(P).
475 Tropical Biology: (Subtitled). 3 cr. U/G. Ecology and biogeography of various types of tropical forests, including required field trip to area being studied. Required field trip at participants' expense. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Prereq: jr st; BioSci 310(P); cons instr.
480 (effective 01/25/2010) Ecological Genetics. 3 cr. U/G. Origin and maintenance of genetic variation within and among populations. Fundamental theory and application to ecology and conservation. 3 hrs lec/dis. Prereq: jr st, Bio Sci 310(P) & 325(P); or equiv.
489 Internship in Biological Sciences, Upper Division. 1-6 cr. U. Application of advanced principles of biological sciences in a business, organizational, educational, political, or other appropriate setting. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. One cr earned for academic work based on 40 hrs in internship. Retakable to 6 cr max; combined limit of 3 cr in Bio Sci 289 & 489 counts toward Bio Sci major. Prereq: jr st; 300-level or above course in Bio Sci; 2.50 gpa; cons supervising faculty member.
490 (660) Molecular Genetics. 3 cr. U/G. Molecular mechanisms of higher organisms and model systems. Topics include gene structure, genetic and genomic analysis, gene expression and regulation. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(260)(P); Bio Sci 315(C) & 316(C).
495 Internship in Biotechnology, Upper Division. 3-6 cr. U. Application of advanced principles in microbiology and biotechnology in appropriate settings. Molecular/microbiology course. One cr earned for academic work based on 40 hrs in internship. Retakable to 6 cr max. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 383(303)(P) & 529(650)(P); declared microbio major; 2.5 gpa; cons supervising faculty member.
496 UROP Apprenticeship, Upper-Level. 1-3 cr. U. Undergraduate research participation in a project developed with a supervising member of the faculty or staff. One credit for 45 hrs research. Retakable to 9 cr max in any combination of UROP apprenticeship courses. Prereq: jr st; acceptance to UROP; prior or conc reg in UROP seminar.
497 Study Abroad: (Subtitled). 1-12 cr. U/G. Designed to enroll students in UWM-sponsored program before course work level, content, and credits are determined and/or in specially-prepared program course work. Retakable w/chg in topic. Prereq: jr st; acceptance for Study Abroad Prog.
499 Ad Hoc: (Subtitled). 1-6 cr. U. Course created expressly for offering in a specified enrollment period. Requires only dept & assoc dean approval. In exceptional circumstances, can be offered in one add'l sem. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. Retakable w/chg in topic. Prereq: jr st; add'l prereqs may be assigned to specific topic.
500 Plant Physiology. 3 cr. U/G. Major biological activities of plants; including growth, development, and metabolism. 3 hrs lec/dis. Plant course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(P); Bio Sci 310(P) or 315(P) or cons instr.
501 Plant Physiology Laboratory. 2 cr. U/G. Basic laboratory techniques useful in studying plant activities. 6 hrs lab/dis. Plant course. Prereq: jr st & Bio Sci 500(C).
505 Conservation Biology. 3 cr. U/G. Genetic and ecological approaches to the conservation of biological diversity. Topics include biology of rare plants and animals, design of nature reserves, and restoration ecology. 3 hrs lec. Environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 325(260)(P).
512 Limnology I. 3 cr. U/G. The ecology of freshwater ecosystems as influenced by physical and chemical processes. Environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 150(P) & 152(P), course in chem; or cons instr.
513 Limnology I Laboratory. 1 cr. U/G. Field sampling techniques and analytical methods for assessing biological, chemical, and physical processes in aquatic ecosystems. Environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 512(C).
514 Limnology II: Plankton Ecology. 3 cr. U/G. Ecology of freshwater organisms, including resource acquisition, biotic interactions, and plankton conributions to ecosystem properties and lake management strategies. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(P); Bio Sci 425(P) or 512(P); or cons instr.
523 Evolution and Ecology of Birds. 3 cr. U/G. Study of the origin and maintenance of diversity in birds. Topics include systematics, biogeography, life-history behavior, and conservation. 3 hrs lec. Animal or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 310(P).
525 Ecology and Evolution of Fishes. 3 cr. U/G. Studies of form and function in fishes and relationships with their environment. Topics include feeding and reproductive ecology, species interactions, evolution, and genetics. 3 hrs lec. Animal or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(P).
529 (650) Molecular Biology of Microorganisms. 3 cr. U/G. Molecular analysis of microbial genetic systems of bacteria, phage, fungi, and yeast. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 383(303) (P).
532 (655) Behavioral Ecology. 3 cr. U/G. Behavioral adaptations of organisms in relation to their environment, including social organization, territoriality, cooperation and conflict, parental care, breeding strategies, foraging. Animal or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(P).
539 (663) Laboratory Techniques in Molecular Biology. 4 cr. U/G. Molecular biological techniques, including cell cultures, RNA and DNA isolation, cloning and sequencing of genes; use of expression vectors; protein electrophoresis. 2 hrs lec/dis, 6 hrs lab. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 315(P), 316(P) & 325(260)(P).
540 Microbial Diversity and Physiology. 3 cr. U/G. Physiology, ecology, and diversity of microorganisms. 3 hrs lec. Molecular/microbiology or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 383(303) (P).
542 Biological Electron Microscopy. 3 cr. U/G. Theory, design, and operating principles of scanning and transmission electron microscopes; preparation of biological specimens. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 315(P) & 316(P) or cons instr.
543 Scanning Electron Microscopy Laboratory. 2 cr. U/G. Lab/dis with an emphasis on 'hands-on' exercises including biological specimen prep, microscope operation and photography. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 542(C) & cons instr.
544 Transmission Electron Microscopy Laboratory. 3 cr. U/G. Lab/dis with an emphasis on 'hands-on' exercises including fixation and sectioning of biological specimens, microscope operation and photography. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 542(C) & cons instr.
545 (675) Physiology of Reproduction. 3 cr. U/G. Mammalian reproductive physiology with emphasis on humans; neuroendocrine control of reproductive cycles, pregnancy, and lactation; clinical implications; biological aspects of human population control. Prereq: jr st; Chem 103(P) or 341(P) or 343(P); Bio Sci 315(P); or cons instr.
553 (430) Seaweeds and Coastal Marine Biology. 3 cr. U/G. Adaptations of seaweeds and benthic marine invertebrates for survival on rocky marine shores; ecological interatctions that provide structure to shoreline communities and foodwebs. 2 hrs lec; 1 hr dis. Students are encouraged to enroll subsequently in Bio Sci 554. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 310(P) or 425(P); or cons instr.
554 Marine Ecology Laboratory. 2 cr. U/G. Three-week field trip to a marine station to study seaweeds, benthic invertebrates, and intertidal ecology at student's expense. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 553(C) or cons instr.
556 (656) Developmental Neurobiology. 3 or 4 cr. U/G. The mechanisms involved in the genesis and maintenance of nervous system organization. 3 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Grad students enroll in LEC & DIS for 4 cr. Undergrads may enroll in LEC only for 3 cr or LEC & DIS for 4 cr. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 354(P) or 356(P) or cons instr.
562 Topics in Field Biology: (Subtitled). 1-2 cr. U/G. Intensive mini-course on topics in applied and basic field biology such as vegetation sampling, natural area management, wetland delineation. Environmental/evolutionary or may satisfy plant or animal, depending on topic; consult dept. Retakable w/chg in topic to 6 cr max. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 310(P) or equivalent; add'l prereqs may be required depending on topic.
564 (630) Endocrinology. 3 cr. U/G. Physiological, biochemical, and phylogenetic aspects of hormonal communication; emphasis on vertebrates. 3 hrs lec. Prereq: jr st; Chem 103(P) or 341(P) or 343(P); Bio Sci 315(P); or cons instr.
565 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation. 3 cr. U/G. Molecular mechanism by which genes are regulated in higher eukaryotes, including humans. Role of gene regulation during normal development and disease in eukaryotes. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 315(P) or 325(P) or grad st.
572 Functional Genomics. 3 cr. U/G. Organization, function, and analysis of genes, proteins, and genomes using internet databases and bioinformatic tools; current knowledge of genomes in various organisms; transcriptomics and proteomics. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(260) (P).
573 (676) Cellular Evolution. 3 cr. U/G. Theories concerning the origin of life on Earth and the evolution of cellular structure and function, culminating in the emergence of the multicellular kingdoms. 2 hrs lec, 1 hr dis. Molecular/microbiology or environmental/evolutionary course. Prereq: sr st; Bio Sci 315(P) or 325(260)(P); Bio Sci 316(P); Chem 341/342(P) or 343/344/345(P), or cons instr; Bio Sci 383(303)(R) or 490(660)(R) or Chem 501(R) or 601(R).
575 Evolutionary Biology. 3 cr. U/G. Evolutionary processes in natural populations. Topics include mating patterns, speciation, gene flow, natural selection, and genetic approaches to conservation. 3 hrs lec. Environmental/evolutionary course. Grad students must reg conc in Bio Sci 776. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 152(P) & 325(260)(P).
577 The Cellular and Molecular Basis of Learning and Memory. 3 cr. U/G. Learning and memory from a cellular and molecular viewpoint. Topics include synapse formation, neuronal communication, neuroplasticity, and diseases of learning and memory. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci/Psych 354(P) or cons instr.
580 Experimental Microbiology. 4 cr. U/G. Modern experimental approaches to study of microbial physiology and genetics. 2 hrs lec/6 hrs lab. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 383(303) (P).
595 Principles of Genetic and Molecular Engineering. 3 cr. U/G. Conceptual knowledge about the principles of genetic and molecular engineering; for upper undergraduate and graduate students. Molecular/microbiology course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(P) & 383(P) or equiv or cons instr.
596 Neuropharmacology. 3 cr. U/G. Cellular and molecular mechanisms of drug action on the nervous system. Topic include drug affects on neurotransmitters, receptors, cell signaling, and neurological disease/disorders. Prereq: jr st; BioSci/Psych 354(P) or 355(P) or Psych 654(P) or cons instr.
599 Special Topics in Biological Sciences: (Subtitled). 1-3 cr. U/G. In-depth examination of important subjects in one or more areas of the biological sciences. Specific credits and add'l prereqs announced in Schedule of Classes each time course offered. Specific topics may satisfy major area req; consult dept. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Prereq: jr st.
611 Seminar on Recent Advances in Limnology and Oceanography: (Subtitled). 2 cr. U/G. Lectures and discussion of current issues in limnology and oceanography; focus on a specific issue or research topic. Environmental/evolutionary course. Retakable w/chg in topic to 6 cr max. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 512(P) or cons instr.
667 Advanced Techniques in Microbial, Molecular and Cellular Biology: (Subtitled). 4 cr. U/G. Such topics as hybridoma technology, bacterial gene transfer, gene expression systems. 1 hr dis, 6 hrs lab. Topic and any add'l prereqs announced in Schedule of Classes each time course is offered. Molecular/microbiology course. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Prereq: sr st; Bio Sci 383(303)(P) or equiv or cons instr.
670 Senior Seminar in Biological Sciences. 1 cr. U. Examination of biological literature and preparation, presentation, and discussion of oral reports by individual students. Prereq: sr st; Bio Sci lab course numbered 300-349; declared Bio Sci major.
671 Undergraduate Seminar in Microbiology. 1 cr. U. Examination of microbiological literature; preparation, presentation, and discussion of oral reports by individual students. Prereq: sr st; Bio Sci 383(P).
698 Independent Study in Microbiology. 1-3 cr. U. Introduction to research. Independent and original study conducted under the direction of a faculty or staff member. Retakable up to 6 cr max; combined limit of 6 cr in Bio Sci 290, 698, & 699 counts toward Bio Sci major. Satisfies Bio Sci research req; does not count as a Bio Sci lab course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 383(P); 2.5 gpa; writ cons instr, dept chair, & assoc dean for SAS.
699 Independent Study. 1-3 cr. U. Independent study on a topic not available as a regular course; conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Requires submission of a formal study proposal. Retakable up to 6 cr max; combined limit of 6 cr in Bio Sci 290, 698, & 699 counts toward Bio Sci major. Satisfies Bio Sci research req; does not count as a Bio Sci lab course. Prereq: jr st; Bio Sci 325(260)(P); Bio Sci 310(P) or Bio Sci 315(P) & 316(P); 2.5 gpa; writ cons instr, dept chair, & assoc dean for SAS.
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