A preparatory course for students with no previous biology or laboratory science experience and for students needing additional background. Especially for prospective health science students. Register with advisement only.

3 Lecture Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours.

An introduction to the basic understanding of the anatomy and physiology of human body systems and anatomic terminology. This semester-long course reviews each of the major body systems. Students will also be introduced to the structures and processes of cells, and various tissue types present in the human body. This course may not be used to substitute for BIO 131/132 for health science students.

Principles of evolution and ecology as unifying themes in biology. Evolutionary processes and ecological adaptations illustrated by plant and animal diversity. Cellular life processes. Current environmental problems. The laboratory includes physically demanding field trips. Accommodations can be made for students with disabilities.

3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours.

Principles of evolution and ecology as unifying themes in biology. The human animal and its systems. Concepts of animal behavior. Classical genetics, current concepts of gene function and human genetics. Organismal growth and development. Current environmental problems. The laboratory includes physically demanding field trips. Accommodations can be made for students with disabilities.

3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours.

A biological survey of our National Park System concentrating on the variety of ways living organisms respond and adapt to meteorological, geological and ecological pressure.

3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours.

To give science majors a working foundation of biology and to prepare them for transfer to a four-year institution and upper level biology course. The biological principles covered include, but not limited to, ecology, animal behavior, conservation biology, ecology and zoology. The underlying themes of unity and diversity of living organizms will be used to amalgamate the topics covered. Scientific methodology will be emphasized in both laboratory and lecture using current publications to support discussion as well as developing and executing scientific experimentation.

3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours; Prerequisite: High School Regents Biology and Regents Chemistry.

A continuation of Principles of Biology I. To give science majors a working foundation of biology to prepare them for transfer to a four-year institution and upper level biology courses. The biological principles covered include, but not limited to: Molecular Biology, Cellular Structure and Function, and Genetics. The underlying themes of unity and diversity of living organisms will be used to amalgamate the topics covered. Scientific methodology will be emphasized in both laboratory and lecture using current pulications to support discussion as well as developing and executing scientific experimentation.

3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours; Prerequisite: BIO 117 Principle of Biology I.

Explores information about sexual attitudes, relationships, sexual anatomy, contraception, sexually transmitted disease, sexual physiology and dysfunction. Course aims to make students feel more comfortable thinking and talking about sex and to prepare them to make rational decisions about this important aspect of their lives.

3 Class Hours

This course presents a challenging science based nutrition core curriculum that reviews of the role of nutrition in health promotion/disease prevention, and provides an overview of the interrelationships between diet, therapeutic nutrition and various acute/chronic medical conditions. With an emphasis on normal anatomy and physiology and the metabolism of nutrients, the following topics will be studied: the functions and sources of nutrients: digestion, absorption, and utilization of food: normal and therapeutic nutrition: and various foods, preferences, and customs, as well as dietary guidelines. Topics relating to dietary policies, procedures and regulations will also be covered. Other topics of student interest will be addressed as they arise.

Normal structure (gross and microscopic) and function of the skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Emphasis on physiology in lectures and on anatomy in laboratory, stressing those aspects which have greatest relevance to the student's curriculum.

3 Class Hours, 2 Laboratory Hours.

A continuation of BIO 131 Human Biology I covering the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive and endocrine systems. Emphasis on physiology in lectures and on anatomy in laboratory, stressing those aspects which have greatest relevance to the student's curriculum.

3 Class Hours, 2 Laboratory Hours; Prerequisite: BIO 131 Human Biology I or permission of chairperson.

Symptoms, syndrome and etiology of pathogenic processes affecting the function and structure of the body.

3 Class Hours; Prerequisite: BIO 132 Human Biology or permission of chairperson.

The biology of the common bacteria and related microorganisms. General microbiology including asepsis, disinfection, sterilization, cultivation, pathogenicity, resistance, identification.

3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours.

This course covers the basics of DNA allowing the student to understand today's rapidly expanding field of biotechnology. Topics will include: the human genome project, genetic testing, gene therapy, DNA and crime, genetic engineering, agricultural and industrial applications of biotechnology.

3 Class Hours

Designed to develop an understanding and appreciation for the role of consistent exercise in maintaining good health, the interrelationship of the muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory and digestive systems and the net effect of training on these systems.

1 Class Hour

Special courses covering particular topics in the biological sciences beyond the scope of the normal course offerings.

Permission of Department Chairperson.

A scientific yet sensitive look at one of the world's rare and endangered wilderness areas. Everglades ecology is studied through an extensive wilderness camping experience in Everglades National Park, involving a minimum of 90 hours of classroom and field instruction. Offered during the January Intermission.

3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours; Prerequisite: BIO 111 or equivalent; permission of Department Chairperson.

The course is designed specifically for students interested in pursuing careers in the biological sciences. Students will be asked to critically analyze both current and historical readings, experiments and controversial topics within the field. An emphasis will be placed on showing the special niche of the biological sciences within the context of both the physical and social sciences. A weekend field trip is required.

1 Class Hour; Prerequisites: BIO 111 and 112 or equivalent; permission of Department Chairperson.

Introduction to the fundamental principles involved in the self-organization of living systems, extending from molecules, to cells, tissues, organisms and social systems. Focus on developing an understanding of emergent properties, based on computational investigations of processes such as diffusion, protein folding and clustering. Analytical procedures for characterizing self-organized systems.

Needed by Engineering Science students transferring to BU in Bioengineering.

Prerequisites: MAT 181 and Biology I or consent of instructor.

An in-depth study of the world of birds indigenous to the Northeast as well as a look at how humans have affected the survival of many avian populations. The course will cover the anatomy and physiology of birds; their habitats and behavior, including field identification of birds by sight and sounds.

1 Class Hours, 2 Laboratory Hours; Prerequisite: BIO 112 or BIO 200.

An individual student project in a biological field which is beyond the scope of requirements of the courses offered by the department. Conducted under the direction of a Biology faculty member. Only one independent study course allowed per semester.

1 - 3 Class Hours; Prerequisites: 3 semester hours of college level work in biology and approval of Department Chairperson.