Biological Science (BISC)
BISC 1000: Research Experience
Biology
In this course high school or community college students participate in a research experience with the mentorship of a biology faculty member. Students will learn how the scientific method is applied in a research setting, develop practical communication and scientific writing skills, and engage in STEM career discussions. Course may not be counted towards a major or minor in biological science. This course may be repeated for redit with a maximum of 6 credits. Z-graded.
1 - 3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory
Laboratory
BISC 1020: Inq. Into Life: Human Biology
Biology
This is a survey course intended for nonbiology majors, introducing basic principles and emphasizing the function of the human body, including diseases, cellular process, respiration, muscular system, reproduction, development, immunity, and inheritance. Will not count for credit if Bisc 160 is counted. Applies to the science requirement of the core curriculum. (3 lecture hours). Associated laboratory is Bisc 103.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 1030: Inquiry into Life Lab. I
Biology
This laboratory course accompanies Bisc 102. Bisc 102 and 103 together are applicable to the laboratory science requirements of core curriculum. Will not count for credit if Bisc 161 is counted. 2 lab hours.
1 credit
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory
Laboratory
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 1040: Inq. into Life: The Env.
Biology
This survey course is intended for nonbiology majors, emphasizing the relationships of humans to the environment, including origins and diversification of life, behavior, ecology, role of plants, and environmental concerns. Associated laboratory is Bisc 105. Will not count for credit if Bisc 111 or Bisc 162 is counted.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 1050: Inquiry into Life Lab. II
Biology
This laboratory course accompanies Bisc 104. Together Bisc 104 and 105 are applicable to the laboratory science requirement of core curriculum. Will not count for credit if Bisc 163 is counted. (2 lab hours).
1 credit
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory
Laboratory
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 1100: Hum. Bio: An Integrtd Expl.
Biology
In this integrated lecture and laboratory course, students will explore
the scientific process and its application to the study of the human
body, including cellular concepts, organ systems, homeostasis, and
inheritance. Throughout the semester, students will experience biology by
engaging with peers in a technology-enhanced active learning classroom. The
work of the course provides students the opportunity to develop critical-
thinking skills they can apply to real-world problems related to human biology.
This course is intended for non-science majors and applies to the science
requirement of the core curriculum. The course will not count for credit if
BISC 1020 and 1030 or BISC 1600 and 1610 are counted.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 1110: The Env.: Integrtd Expl.
Biology
In this integrated lecture and laboratory course, students will explore
the scientific process and its application to the study of the environment,
including principles of evolution, the origin and diversity of life, ecological
relationships in the natural world, and the impact of humans on the
environment. Throughout the semester, students will experience biology by
engaging with peers in a technology-enhanced active learning classroom. The
work of the course provides students the opportunity to develop
critical-thinking skills they can apply to real-world problems
related to the environment. This course is intended for non-science
majors and applies to the science requirement of the core curriculum.
The course will not count for credit if BISC 1040 and 1050 or BISC 1620 and
1630 are counted.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 1500: Principles of Biological Sci.
Biology
This survey course introduces basic principles of the molecules of life, cells, energy and energetic pathways, genetics, and evolution. It may not be used for credit towards the biology major or minor. It will not count for credit if Bisc 160 is counted. Applies to the science requirement of the core curriculum. Students will be enrolled by the Department of Biology after the 10th day of class in Bisc 160 with permission of the student. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 1600: Biological Sciences I
Biology
This course is a comprehensive treatment of the major principles of modern biology, including the scientific method, essential chemistry, cellular organization and physiology, genetics, and evolution. Intended primarily for biology majors and minors, and other science majors, including pre-professional biomedical and pharmacy students. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Corequisites
BISC 1610
BISC 1610
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 1610: Biological Sciences I Lab.
Biology
This laboratory course accompanies Bisc 160. (3 lab hours).
1 credit
Corequisites
BISC 1600
BISC 1600
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory
Laboratory
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 1620: Biological Sciences II
Biology
"This course is a continuation of Bisc 160. It is a comprehensive treatment of the major principles of modern biology, including a general consideration of embryonic development, anatomy and physiology of plant and animals, principles of ecology and a survey of biodiversity. Intended primarily for biology majors and minors, and other science majors, including pre-professional biomedical and pharmacy students. (3 lecture hours). Applies to the science requirement of the core curriculum.
3 credits
Corequisites
BISC 1630
BISC 1630
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 1630: Biological Sciences II Lab.
Biology
This laboratory course accompanies Bisc 162. (3 lab hours).
1 credit
Corequisites
BISC 1620
BISC 1620
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory
Laboratory
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 1640: Honors Recitation I
Biology
This seminar course is an amplification of the principles covered in Bisc 160 and 161. May not be counted toward a major or minor in the Department of Biology. (1 seminar hour)
1 credit
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Seminar
Seminar
BISC 1650: Honors Recitation II
Biology
This seminar course is an amplification of the principles covered in Bisc 162 and 163. May not be counted toward a major or minor in the Department of Biology. (1 seminar hour)
1 credit
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Seminar
Seminar
BISC 2000: Research Experience
Biology
In this course undergraduate students participate in a research experience with the mentorship of a biology faculty member. Students will learn how the scientific method is applied in a research setting, develop communication skills, and engage in STEM career discussions. Course may be repeated. No grade.
0 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory
Laboratory
BISC 2060: Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Biology
This course covers the anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems within the human body. Labs will entail examination of anatomical structures using dissected specimens, models, imagery, and computer simulations. May not be counted toward a major or minor in the Department of Biology. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours)
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 2070: Hum. Anatomy and Physiology II
Biology
This course is a continuation of Bisc 206. It covers the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular, immune, endocrine, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems as well as nutrition and metabolism, fluid and acid/base balance, and fetal development within the human body. Labs will entail examination of anatomical structures using dissected specimens, models, imagery, and computer simulations. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours). May not be counted toward a major or minor in the Department of Biology.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 2100: Principles of Microbiology
Biology
This introductory course in microbiology emphasizes food, industrial technology, and disease microbiology. It is designed for students in health-related studies such as pre-nursing, nutrition, and pre-dental hygiene. Applies to the laboratory science requirement of the core curriculum. May not be counted toward a major or minor credit in the Department of Biology. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 2200: Natural Resource Management
Biology
In this course, students will examine principles for the sustainable use of natural resources as applied to understanding forestry, agriculture, wildlife management, coastal development, and multiuse planning. May not be counted for a major or minor in biology.
3 - 6 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 3000: Research Methods in Biology
Biology
In this course students will examine the discovery approaches used in the biological sciences as well as the development of scientific theory, strengths and weaknesses of different research methods, basic concepts of biometry and experimental design, library skills, funding, publications, peer review, and ethics. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 3010: Evolution
Biology
This course is an introduction to the basic principles of evolutionary biology, including genetic drift, fitness, natural selection, speciation, the origin of variation, biodiversity, biogeography and genomic evolution. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 3050: Science in Practice
Biology
This course will expose students to important practical aspects of science as it pertains: to the craft of science, the communication of science, and the types of careers that are possible with a STEM degree. This course will involve didactic sessions with the instructor on practical skills related to "craft, communication, and careers" but will be driven largely by discussions with guest presenters from different sectors in which there are opportunities for those with STEM expertise to make an impact within government, industry/the private sector, academia, and non-profit organizations.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 3060: Virology
Biology
This course covers the fundamental biology and biochemistry of bacterial, animal, and plant viruses. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 3100: Human Anatomy
Biology
This course is an examination of the gross anatomy of the human body. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
Course Fees:
$275.00
$275.00
BISC 3180: Botany
Biology
This course covers the scientific study of plants and their role in the environment. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3200: Introductory Marine Biology
Biology
This course examines the principles of marine biology, ecology, distribution, and physiology of marine organisms. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 3210: Introductory Aquatic Biology
Biology
In this course, students will explore the principles of freshwater biology, with
emphasis on factors affecting ecology and populations in diverse aquatic
environments. Skills developed in lab will be used by students to evaluate
fundamental ecological questions related to how physical and biological
processes affect aquatic populations or communities and interpret how human
activities influence aquatic environments (4 lecture, 4 lab hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3220: General Ecology
Biology
In this course students will study the basic principles of ecology of plants and animals. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3230: Biology of Invasive Species
Biology
This course is an introduction to the biology of invasive species, including characteristics of invasives, routes of invasion, impacts of invasives (financial and biological) and the control and management of these species. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 3270: Introductory Neuroscience
Biology
This course is an introduction to how nerve cells work singly and in concert to guide animal behavior. It is a comparative approach to understand how brains have evolved to allow animals to perceive stimuli, maintain cycles of arousal, adopt particular mating strategies, learn and guide behavior and communicate. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 3290: Biology of Fishes
Biology
This course examines the systematics, ecology, and morphology of fishes. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3300: Principles of Physiology
Biology
In this course, students will examine the mechanisms by which cells, organs, and body systems interact to establish and maintain homeostasis with an emphasis on humans.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3310: Comp. Anatomy of the Vert.
Biology
This course examines the gross anatomy and evolutionary development of vertebrates. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3320: Comp. VE
Biology
This course examines the developmental anatomy and evolution of selected vertebrates. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3330: General Microbiology
Biology
In this course students will study the morphology, taxonomy, ecology, physiology of bacteria and related microorganisms; basic techniques. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3340: Ornithology
Biology
In this course students will study the taxonomy, ecology, and biology of birds. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3350: Human Reproduction
Biology
In this course students will study the physiological and endocrinological information basic to understanding human reproductive processes. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 3360: Genetics
Biology
In this course students will study the basic principles of the patterns of inheritance and mechanisms of gene action. Classical, molecular, and population genetics introduced. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3370: Introductory Entomology
Biology
Students taking this course will explore the anatomy, physiology, evolution,
diversity, and ecology of insects. During the laboratory component, students
will develop skills in insect collection, preservation, and identification. (3
lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3380: Invertebrate Zoology
Biology
In this course, students will identify and classify invertebrates of all major
phyla (use taxonomic names and zoological terminology) and examine the
anatomical, morphological, and developmental characters of invertebrates.
Students will evaluate the ecological and evolutionary factors that explain
animal diversity. Students will explore the field of invertebrate zoology and
its applications through traditional tools such as microscopy and histology, as
well as modern tools such as genomics and evolutionary-developmental biology
("evo-devo"). (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3390: Phycology
Biology
In this course students will study the phylogeny, morphology, physiology, and ecological relationships of algae. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3420: Plant Diversity
Biology
In this course students will study the processes and patterns underlying plant diversification, including a survey of the evolution of major groups and associated dynamics of life history and morphology. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3450: Symbiosis: Frm Parasitism to M
Biology
In this course students will study the ecology and evolution of symbiosis. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 3490: Bio of Sharks & Their Relative
Biology
In this course students will study the systematics, physiology, ecology, and natural history of the sharks, skates, and rays of the world. Shark attacks, shark fisheries, and shark, skate, and ray conservation are also considered. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 3500: Mammalogy
Biology
In this course, students will study the anatomy, physiology, behavior, and evolutionary history of mammals.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3520: Coastal Ecology
Biology
Hands-on study of the anthropogenic impacts on the structure and function of coastal ecosystems along the northern coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Through field trips, laboratories and guest demonstrations, students will examine ecosystem health of beaches, dunes, reefs and saltmarshes. They will learn basic experimental design, principles of environmental assessment and monitoring, and coastal habitat remediation.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 3700: Intry. Molecular Genetics
Biology
This introductory course emphasizes the structure and function of DNA. The molecular biology of human genetics is introduced. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 3720: Introductory Cell Biology
Biology
In this course students will study the basics of mammalian cell biology with emphasis on structure-function relationships, transmembrane transport, the endomembrane system, cell signaling, the cell cycle, the cytoskeleton and cell-cell interactions. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 3800: Topics in Biology Abroad
Biology
This biology course intended for study abroad or study USA field courses. May be repeated for credit with chair's permission for no more than 8 hours cumulative credit.
1 - 8 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 3900R: Medical Botany
Biology
In this course, students will study the history and use of plants in medicine,
including how advances in botany helped develop modern medical treatments. In
addition, students will discover how systematics and phylogenetics can be
harnessed to explore the evolution and diversity of active compounds in plants.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 4130: Conservation Biology
Biology
In this course students will investigation of the value of biodiversity, the impact of the growing human population on ecosystems, and approaches to preventing the extinction of species. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 4140: Immunology and Serology
Biology
In this course students will study the molecular, cellular, and physiologic mechanisms of the mammalian immune system. (3 lecture hours)
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 4150: Vertebrate Histology
Biology
This course covers the microscopic anatomy of principal tissue types and organ systems in vertebrates, primarily mammals.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 4160: Elementary Parasitology
Biology
In this course students will study the parasitic groups, collection, identification, and preservation of specimens. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 4170: Evolution and Medicine
Biology
In this course students will study the basic principles of evolution and their application to topics in medicine, including evolution of human populations and disease-causing agents in humans. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 4180: Intro. to Molecular Sysatics
Biology
This course is a comprehensive survey of the theory and methodology of molecular systematics as applied to all groups of organisms, with practical experience in the analysis of molecular data. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 4270: Methods in Comp. Neuroscience
Biology
In this course, students will explore the design, implementation, and analysis of
experiments in comparative behavioral neuroscience. Students will examine how
neural mechanisms underlying behavior vary across species, emphasizing
experimental approaches, data interpretation, and scientific communication.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 4350: Research in Freshwater Biology
Biology
This course is an undergraduate research experience in freshwater systems, emphasizing research study design, quantitative and descriptive methods, and instrumentation for analysis of physical, chemical, and biological samples; use of computers in data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation; fundamentals of research report preparation and presentation. (2 lecture, 6 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 4360: Human and Vertebrate Genetics
Biology
In this course students will study the genetics of human and vertebrate species using classical, molecular, genomic, and evolutionary comparative approaches. Bioethics and genetic counseling will also be covered. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 4380: Microbial Physiology
Biology
In this course, students will explore the cell biology, biochemical/metabolic
processes, and signaling systems of microbial cells. Students will also apply
these concepts in laboratory experiments working with bacterial cultures.
(3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 4390: Developmental Biology
Biology
In this course, students will explore the molecular, genetic, and cellular
mechanisms that direct development from fertilization to maturity. They will
analyze experimental studies using model invertebrate and vertebrate systems
such as Drosophila, C. elegans, frog, zebrafish, and mouse. Students will
investigate key topics, including pattern formation, morphogenesis, and gene
regulation during development. (3 lecture hours)
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 4400: Cell and Molecular Biology
Biology
In this course, students will investigate the molecular and cellular principles
that govern life across both prokaryotes and eukaryotes, with an emphasis on
eukaryotic systems. Students will classify and compare cellular structures,
examine the biochemical nature of macromolecules, and analyze how their
structures and interactions drive essential biological processes such as DNA
replication, gene expression, signaling, and metabolism. (3 lecture, 3 lab
hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 4430: Ecog. of Plant Cmty. of MS
Biology
This course provides hands-on field experience of plant ecology focusing on plant communities of Mississippi. (3 lecture/lab hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 4450: Intro. to Coral-Reef Ecology
Biology
In this course students will engage in field studies of the principles of coral reef ecology including a survey of the organisms and discussions of factors affecting reef communities.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 4480: Tropical Studies in Biology
Biology
In this course students will engage in field studies of ecology and biogeography of tropical ecosystems with emphasis on vertebrates as models for population, genetic, biodiversity and ecosystem integrity studies.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 4510: Ecotoxicology
Biology
This course will explore the broad conceptual framework for evaluating the effects of chemicals on organisms, populations ecosystems and the effect on the global environment. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 4650R: Prin of Ecological Genetics
Biology
In this course, students will explore key principles of molecular ecology,
evolution, the scientific method and experimental design through an authentic,
course-based undergraduate research experience. Students will formulate a
research question and competing hypotheses, design an experimental approach to
test these, make predictions under each hypothesis, and then collect, analyze
and interpret empirical data from a model organism.
3 credits
Prerequisites
(Min grade C in BISC 1600 and BISC 1610 and BISC 1620 and BISC 1630) and 24 earned credits.
(Min grade C in BISC 1600 and BISC 1610 and BISC 1620 and BISC 1630) and 24 earned credits.
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 4910: Dir. Study in Biological Sci I
Biology
In this course students will pursue an independent research project conducted under biology faculty supervision. Requirements include a written product or an oral presentation. May be repeated once; however, a maximum of 3 hours can be applied to the biology major. As a general guideline, during regular semesters, a minimum of two hours' effort per week, per credit hour attempted, is expected.
1 - 3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Independent Study
Independent Study
Course Fees:
$50.00 per credit hour
$50.00 per credit hour
BISC 4920: Dir. Study in Blgcl Sci.s II
Biology
This course is similar to Bisc 491, except that the credit hours cannot be applied to the biology major. May be repeated once for a total of 3 hours of cumulative credit.
1 - 3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Independent Study
Independent Study
Course Fees:
$50.00 per credit hour
$50.00 per credit hour
BISC 4980: Capstone Assessment
Biology
In this course, students take a standardized assessment to evaluate basic
knowledge and understanding gained in the undergraduate biology curriculum.
Required for graduation as a biology major. No grade. Must be taken during the
last regular semester enrolled.
0 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Seminar
Seminar
BISC 4990: Listing for Indiv. Basis Cours
Biology
1 - 6 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Independent Study
Independent Study
BISC 4996A: Capstone Directed Study
Biology
In this course students will continue an independent research project conducted under the supervision of a faculty member with whom the student has completed 6 hours of prior research work (Bisc 491 and Bisc 492). Results must be reported in a research paper and an oral presentation in a public forum. A maximum of 3 credit hours can be applied to the degree requirements for a major in biology. Bisc 493 is not open to students who apply Honors 401 and 402 toward their degree.
1 - 3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Independent Study
Independent Study
Course Fees:
$50.00 per credit hour
$50.00 per credit hour
BISC 4999A: Special Topics in Biology
Biology
This is an advanced topics course in biology. Topics may vary. This course may be repeated once for credit with a different topic.
1 - 3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Discussion
Discussion
BISC 4999B: Special Topics in Biology
Biology
This is an advanced topics course in biology. Topics may vary. This course may be repeated once for credit with a different topic.
1 - 3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Discussion
Discussion
BISC 5002: Mycology
Biology
This course covers the biology of fungi, including life cycles, population ecology, species interactions, and evolution; diversity, collection, and identification of fungi. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5003: Topics in Bioinformatics
Biology
This course is a survey of computational and technological approaches currently used to analyze and interpret information-rich biological data. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5004: Biometry
Biology
This is a course on the analysis of biological data using parametric and nonparametric statistics. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5005: Aquatic Microbiology
Biology
Principles and applications of the microbiology of lakes, reservoirs, streams, oceans, and sewage treatment processes.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5007: Cell Biology of Cancer
Biology
Students taking this course will explore the genetic and molecular basis of
cancer, with emphasis on cellular events that are dysregulated in cancer,
including gene regulation, genome maintenance, cell cycle control, programmed
cell death, differentiation, and growth. Students will also learn about recent
advances in cancer diagnosis and therapy. (3 lecture hours) 3 Credits
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5009: Microbial Genetics
Biology
Genetics and molecular biology of bacteria and viruses.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5010: Theoretical Ecology
Biology
This is an advanced course in ecology emphasizing modern conceptual and mathematical models of ecological phenomena. Students will use the computers in the simulation of the above processes. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Discussion
Discussion
BISC 5011: Applied Microbiology
Biology
Applications of microorganisms in industry, agriculture, food and beverage production, wastewater treatment, biohydrometallurgy, and bioremediation of environmental pollutants.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5012: Animal Behavior
Biology
This course covers the significance of the behavior of animals with emphasis on current evolutionary and ecological approaches. Topics include genetics of behavior, adaptation, fitness, behavioral polymorphism, and communication. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5013: Limnological Methods
Biology
Field and laboratory techniques in freshwater ecology. (1 lecture, 4 lab hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5014: Population Genetics
Biology
In this course students will study the basic principles of the factors that influence the genetic composition of natural populations, and evolutionary processes that drive change over time. Topics covered will include selection, gene flow, mutation, genetic drift, population size, and how these forces interact. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5015: Conservation Bio: Viable Popul
Biology
In this course students will study the genetics, evolution, and population ecology of endangered and threatened species of plants and animals. The course will concentrate on the application of theory to predicting population viability and preventing extinction. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5016: Plant Physiology
Biology
In this course, students will examine not only traditional plant physiology
topics such as water relations, mineral nutrition, transport, photosynthesis,
and respiration, but also the latest advances in plant developmental biology.
(3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5018: Microtechnique
Biology
In this course, students will be introduced to the methods used in tissue
preparation for microscopic analysis, including fixation, embedding,
sectioning, and histotechniques to image tissue structures, cells, proteins,
and expressed genes.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5019: Physiology of Aquatic Animals
Biology
In this course students will study the physiology and physiological adaptations of aquatic animals, with emphasis on freshwater animals. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5020: Medical Microbiology
Biology
In this course students will study the nature of infectious microorganisms with emphasis on mechanisms of pathogenicity and epidemiology. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5021: Cell Physiology
Biology
Basic principles and practices of molecular and cellular physiology. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5022: Microbial Ecology
Biology
In this course students will study the factors that govern the interrelationships between microorganisms and their environments, including microbial energetics, nutrient cycles, aquatic and terrestrial environments, microbial interfaces, methodology. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5023: Mol. Microbiol. of Soils
Biology
This is a course that emphasizes the microorganisms found in soil and sediments and their relationship to soil management, agricultural production, and environmental quality. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5024: Aquatic Botany
Biology
This course examines the ecology and physiology of vascular plants occurring in fresh water. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5025: Conservation and Rest. Ecology
Biology
In this course students will study the efficacy of applying principles of population, community, and landscape ecology to the design, restoration, management, and protection of biological reserves. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5028: Conservation Physiology
Biology
In this course, students will be introduced to the integrative field of
conservation physiology, including the physiological and immunological tools
that can be used to benefit species conservation, all while gaining authentic
research experience. Students will design original research projects that
incorporate these physiological tools and learn experimental design, data
collection, analysis, interpretation, and science communication skills.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
Course Fees:
$200.00
$200.00
BISC 5029: Endocrinology
Biology
This course examines vertebrate endocrine systems. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5030: Advanced Fld. Study in Ecology
Biology
This course is an extended field trip experience illustrating ecological principles, biological diversity, and major biotic regions; may be repeated for credit if topic changes. (4 lecture/lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5031: Plant Morphology
Biology
In this course students will study the development and life histories of major plant groups: emphasis on vascular plants. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5032: Plant Taxonomy
Biology
In this course students will study the diversity of vascular plants of the world, including their historical and modern classification, nomenclature, and identification. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5033: Advanced Neuroscience
Biology
In this course, students will examine the fundamental concepts in neuroscience.
Lectures introduce core topics, followed by discussions of
seminal or recent research papers related to lecture topics.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5034: Freshwater Insects
Biology
In this course students will study the identification and biology of insects associated with fresh water. (2 lecture, 4 lab hours)
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5035: Plant-Insect Interactions
Biology
This course is an overview of ecology and co-evolution of plant-insect interactions. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5036R: Spatial Ecology
Biology
Students taking this course will analyze the spatial patterns of living things
and the influence of spatial patterns in the environment on living things.
Through this exploration, they will develop a broader knowledge of biology
while gaining valuable experience in science research and the use
of Geographic Information Systems.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5038: Hormones and Behavior
Biology
In this course students will study how hormones affect behavior and how behavior affects endocrine systems. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5040: Chemical Ecology
Biology
This course will survey the chemically mediated basis for ecological interactions across ecosystems/habitats (e.g., of microbes, plants, insects, and vertebrates; in terrestrial and aquatic contexts) and how these interactions shape behavior, populations, ecosystems, and (co-) evolution of the organisms involved.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5041: Cell Biol. of Neurodegenerativ
Biology
In this course students will study the cellular aspects of neurodgenerative diseases, with an emphasis on Parkinson's disease. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5042: Microbial Diversity
Biology
Ecology, physiology, and taxonomy of microorganisms isolated from natural habitats.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5043: Functional Neuroanatomy
Biology
In this course, students will examine the structure and function of the
vertebrate central nervous system. Emphasis is placed on the organization of
neural pathways and their roles in sensory, motor, and integrative processes.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5046: Herpetology
Biology
In this course students will study the systematics, morphology, evolution, and natural history of amphibians and reptiles. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5047: Advanced Histology
Biology
In this course students will study the essential features of microscopic anatomy and development of selected tissues and organs. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5048: Plant Cell and Dev.al Biology
Biology
In this course students gain enhanced understanding and appreciation of fundamental aspects of plant growth and development with emphasis on key features of plant cells and hormone signaling pathways that regulate plant development. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5051: Protozoology
Biology
Structure, reproduction, growth, collection, and methods of culture of protozoa organisms.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5053: Comparative Animal Physiology
Biology
In this course students will study the comparative and integrative structures and mechanisms of the physiological systems of animals. Emphasis on adaptive strategies expressed in physiological systems. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5054: Ecological Physiology
Biology
In this course students will study the systemic function of organisms in relation to the natural environment. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5055: Biological Oceanography
Biology
In this course students will study the effects of radiation on living material at all levels of organization. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture, Lecture/Lab
Lecture, Lecture/Lab
BISC 5060: Microbial Experimental Evo.
Biology
In this course, students will learn key topics in evolutionary genetics and evolutionary ecology through the lens of the microbial experimental evolution approach. This approach leverages microbial experimental systems to studying the evolutionary process in real time in the laboratory. Course topics will include adaptation, mutation rate evolution, neutral evolution, epistasis, pleiotropy, evolution of sex and recombination, social evolution, evolution in variable environments, and coevolution.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5066: Evolutionary Biology
Biology
Through lectures and assigned readings on modern evolutionary theories, students will study speciation and evolutionary processes operating at the population level of organization. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5067: Evolutionary Biology Lab.
Biology
This is a laboratory course to accompany Bisc 566. (2 lab hours).
1 credit
Corequisites
BISC 5566
BISC 5566
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory
Laboratory
BISC 5068: Infectious Disease Ecology
Biology
This course covers basic principles of infectious disease ecology and their application to the study of human and wildlife disease spread and control; disease modeling, transmission dynamics, basic reproductive number and herd immunity. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5071: History of Biology
Biology
This course examines the emergence of biology as a scientific discipline, focusing on the cultural context and social impact of changes in biological knowledge. (3 lecture hours)
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5090: Syss Biology: Thry and Pract.
Biology
This course covers basic principles of systems biology (e.g., mass spectrometry, proteomics, and metabolomics), multi-omics integration and molecular networks, as well as the applications in solving real-life research problems.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5100: Diseases of the Nervous System
Biology
In this course, students will examine the biological basis of nervous system
dysfunction by exploring a range of neurological and neuropsychiatric
diseases. Through case-based learning, journal club discussions, and clinical
reasoning exercises, students will describe and interpret symptom patterns,
analyze underlying cellular and molecular mechanisms, and evaluate current
approaches to diagnosis and evidence-based treatment strategies.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5155: Radiation Biology
Biology
In this course students will study the effects of radiation on living material at all levels of organization. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5499A: Advanced Topics in Biology I
Biology
This is an advanced topics course in biology for both graduate and undergraduate students. Topics may vary. This course may be repeated once for credit with a different topic.
1 - 4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5499B: Advanced Topics in Biology II
Biology
This is an advanced topics course in biology for both graduate and undergraduate students. Topics may vary. This course may be repeated once for credit with a different topic.
1 - 4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Discussion, Lecture/Lab
Discussion, Lecture/Lab
BISC 5499C: Advanced Topics in Biology III
Biology
This is an advanced topics course in biology for both graduate and undergraduate students. Topics may vary. This course may be repeated once for credit with a different topic.
1 - 4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5502: Mycology
Biology
This course covers the biology of fungi, including life cycles, population ecology, species interactions, and evolution; diversity, collection, and identification of fungi. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5503: Topics in Bioinformatics
Biology
This course is a survey of computational and technological approaches currently used to analyze and interpret information-rich biological data. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5504: Biometry
Biology
This is a course on the analysis of biological data using parametric and nonparametric statistics. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5505: Aquatic Microbiology
Biology
Principles and applications of the microbiology of lakes, reservoirs, streams, oceans, and sewage treatment processes.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5507: Cell Biology of Cancer
Biology
Students taking this course will explore the genetic and molecular basis of
cancer, with emphasis on cellular events that are dysregulated in cancer,
including gene regulation, genome maintenance, cell cycle control, programmed
cell death, differentiation, and growth. Students will also learn about recent
advances in cancer diagnosis and therapy. (3 lecture hours) 3 Credits
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5509: Microbial Genetics
Biology
Genetics and molecular biology of bacteria and viruses.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5510: Theoretical Ecology
Biology
This is an advanced course in ecology emphasizing modern conceptual and mathematical models of ecological phenomena. Students will use the computers in the simulation of the above processes. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Discussion
Discussion
BISC 5511: Applied Microbiology
Biology
Applications of microorganisms in industry, agriculture, food and beverage production, wastewater treatment, biohydrometallurgy, and bioremediation of environmental pollutants.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5512: Animal Behavior
Biology
This course covers the significance of the behavior of animals with emphasis on current evolutionary and ecological approaches. Topics include genetics of behavior, adaptation, fitness, behavioral polymorphism, and communication. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5513: Limnological Methods
Biology
Field and laboratory techniques in freshwater ecology. (1 lecture, 4 lab hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5514: Population Genetics
Biology
In this course students will study the basic principles of the factors that influence the genetic composition of natural populations, and evolutionary processes that drive change over time. Topics covered will include selection, gene flow, mutation, genetic drift, population size, and how these forces interact. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5515: Conservation Bio: Viable Popul
Biology
In this course students will study the genetics, evolution, and population ecology of endangered and threatened species of plants and animals. The course will concentrate on the application of theory to predicting population viability and preventing extinction. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5516: Plant Physiology
Biology
In this course, students will examine not only traditional plant physiology
topics such as water relations, mineral nutrition, transport, photosynthesis,
and respiration, but also the latest advances in plant developmental biology.
(3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5518: Microtechnique
Biology
In this course, students will be introduced to the methods used in tissue
preparation for microscopic analysis, including fixation, embedding,
sectioning, and histotechniques to image tissue structures, cells, proteins,
and expressed genes.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5519: Physiology of Aquatic Animals
Biology
In this course students will study the physiology and physiological adaptations of aquatic animals, with emphasis on freshwater animals. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5520: Medical Microbiology
Biology
In this course students will study the nature of infectious microorganisms with emphasis on mechanisms of pathogenicity and epidemiology. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5521: Cell Physiology
Biology
Basic principles and practices of molecular and cellular physiology. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5522: Microbial Ecology
Biology
In this course students will study the factors that govern the interrelationships between microorganisms and their environments, including microbial energetics, nutrient cycles, aquatic and terrestrial environments, microbial interfaces, methodology. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5523: Mol. Microbiol. of Soils
Biology
This is a course that emphasizes the microorganisms found in soil and sediments and their relationship to soil management, agricultural production, and environmental quality. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5524: Aquatic Botany
Biology
This course examines the ecology and physiology of vascular plants occurring in fresh water. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5525: Conservation and Rest. Ecology
Biology
In this course students will study the efficacy of applying principles of population, community, and landscape ecology to the design, restoration, management, and protection of biological reserves. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5528: Conservation Physiology
Biology
In this course, students will be introduced to the integrative field of
conservation physiology, including the physiological and immunological tools
that can be used to benefit species conservation, all while gaining authentic
research experience. Students will design original research projects that
incorporate these physiological tools and learn experimental design, data
collection, analysis, interpretation, and science communication skills.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5529: Endocrinology
Biology
This course examines vertebrate endocrine systems. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5530: Advanced Fld. Study in Ecology
Biology
This course is an extended field trip experience illustrating ecological principles, biological diversity, and major biotic regions; may be repeated for credit if topic changes. (4 lecture/lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5531: Plant Morphology
Biology
In this course students will study the development and life histories of major plant groups: emphasis on vascular plants. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5532: Plant Taxonomy
Biology
In this course students will study the diversity of vascular plants of the world, including their historical and modern classification, nomenclature, and identification. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5533: Advanced Neuroscience
Biology
In this course, students will examine the fundamental concepts in neuroscience.
Lectures introduce core topics, followed by discussions of
seminal or recent research papers related to lecture topics.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5534: Freshwater Insects
Biology
In this course students will study the identification and biology of insects associated with fresh water. (2 lecture, 4 lab hours)
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5535: Plant-Insect Interactions
Biology
This course is an overview of ecology and co-evolution of plant-insect interactions. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5536R: Spatial Ecology
Biology
Students taking this course will analyze the spatial patterns of living things
and the influence of spatial patterns in the environment on living things.
Through this exploration, they will develop a broader knowledge of biology
while gaining valuable experience in science research and the use
of Geographic Information Systems.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5538: Hormones and Behavior
Biology
In this course students will study how hormones affect behavior and how behavior affects endocrine systems. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5540: Chemical Ecology
Biology
This course will survey the chemically mediated basis for ecological interactions across ecosystems/habitats (e.g., of microbes, plants, insects, and vertebrates; in terrestrial and aquatic contexts) and how these interactions shape behavior, populations, ecosystems, and (co-) evolution of the organisms involved.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5541: Cell Biol. of Neurodegenerativ
Biology
In this course students will study the cellular aspects of neurodgenerative diseases, with an emphasis on Parkinson's disease. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5542: Microbial Diversity
Biology
Ecology, physiology, and taxonomy of microorganisms isolated from natural habitats.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5543: Functional Neuroanatomy
Biology
In this course, students will examine the structure and function of the
vertebrate central nervous system. Emphasis is placed on the organization of
neural pathways and their roles in sensory, motor, and integrative processes.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5546: Herpetology
Biology
In this course students will study the systematics, morphology, evolution, and natural history of amphibians and reptiles. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5547: Advanced Histology
Biology
In this course students will study the essential features of microscopic anatomy and development of selected tissues and organs. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5548: Plant Cell and Dev.al Biology
Biology
In this course students gain enhanced understanding and appreciation of fundamental aspects of plant growth and development with emphasis on key features of plant cells and hormone signaling pathways that regulate plant development. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5551: Protozoology
Biology
Structure, reproduction, growth, collection, and methods of culture of protozoa organisms.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5553: Comparative Animal Physiology
Biology
In this course students will study the comparative and integrative structures and mechanisms of the physiological systems of animals. Emphasis on adaptive strategies expressed in physiological systems. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5554: Ecological Physiology
Biology
In this course students will study the systemic function of organisms in relation to the natural environment. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5555: Biological Oceanography
Biology
In this course students will study the effects of radiation on living material at all levels of organization. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture, Lecture/Lab
Lecture, Lecture/Lab
BISC 5560: Microbial Experimental Evo.
Biology
In this course, students will learn key topics in evolutionary genetics and evolutionary ecology through the lens of the microbial experimental evolution approach. This approach leverages microbial experimental systems to studying the evolutionary process in real time in the laboratory. Course topics will include adaptation, mutation rate evolution, neutral evolution, epistasis, pleiotropy, evolution of sex and recombination, social evolution, evolution in variable environments, and coevolution.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5566: Evolutionary Biology
Biology
Through lectures and assigned readings on modern evolutionary theories, students will study speciation and evolutionary processes operating at the population level of organization. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5567: Evolutionary Biology Lab.
Biology
This is a laboratory course to accompany Bisc 566. (2 lab hours).
1 credit
Corequisites
BISC 5566
BISC 5566
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory
Laboratory
BISC 5568: Infectious Disease Ecology
Biology
This course covers basic principles of infectious disease ecology and their application to the study of human and wildlife disease spread and control; disease modeling, transmission dynamics, basic reproductive number and herd immunity. (3 lecture hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5571: History of Biology
Biology
This course examines the emergence of biology as a scientific discipline, focusing on the cultural context and social impact of changes in biological knowledge. (3 lecture hours)
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5590: Syss Biology: Thry and Pract.
Biology
This course covers basic principles of systems biology (e.g., mass spectrometry, proteomics, and metabolomics), multi-omics integration and molecular networks, as well as the applications in solving real-life research problems.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5600: Diseases of the Nervous System
Biology
In this course, students will examine the biological basis of nervous system
dysfunction by exploring a range of neurological and neuropsychiatric
diseases. Through case-based learning, journal club discussions, and clinical
reasoning exercises, students will describe and interpret symptom patterns,
analyze underlying cellular and molecular mechanisms, and evaluate current
approaches to diagnosis and evidence-based treatment strategies.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 5655: Radiation Biology
Biology
In this course students will study the effects of radiation on living material at all levels of organization. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5999A: Advanced Topics in Biology I
Biology
This is an advanced topics course in biology for both graduate and undergraduate students. Topics may vary. This course may be repeated once for credit with a different topic.
1 - 4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 5999B: Advanced Topics in Biology II
Biology
This is an advanced topics course in biology for both graduate and undergraduate students. Topics may vary. This course may be repeated once for credit with a different topic.
1 - 4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Discussion, Lecture/Lab
Discussion, Lecture/Lab
BISC 5999C: Advanced Topics in Biology III
Biology
This is an advanced topics course in biology for both graduate and undergraduate students. Topics may vary. This course may be repeated once for credit with a different topic.
1 - 4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6040: Experimental Design
Biology
Design of ecological experiments; replication, blocking, and treatment structures; analysis of designed experiments; procedures for data sets with missing observations or incompletely executed designs.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6080: Limnology
Biology
The physical, chemical, geological, and biological aspects of lake and reservoir environments.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6090: Stream Ecology
Biology
Ecosystem structure and function of streams with emphasis on primary literature and application of field methods.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6100: Virology
Biology
Fundamental biology and biochemistry of bacterial, animal, and plant viruses. (2 lecture, 4 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6110: Wetlands Ecology
Biology
The ecology, energy dynamics, plant and animal adaptations to marsh and swamp ecosystems, with emphasis on primary literature.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6130: Plant Ecology
Biology
Autecology, population, and community ecology of vascular plants.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6139: Advanced Developmental Biology
Biology
In this course, students will explore the molecular, genetic, and cellular
mechanisms that direct development from fertilization to maturity, with
emphasis on model systems such as Drosophila, C. elegans, frog, zebrafish, and
mouse. They will investigate key topics, including pattern formation,
morphogenesis, and gene regulation, through analysis of experimental studies.
Students will also demonstrate proficiency in scientific writing by summarizing
and synthesizing primary literature in developmental biology.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6140: Advanced General Microbiology
Biology
Introduction to microbiology for graduate students. Prerequisite requirements for this course must also be satisfied by consent of instructor.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6150: Ichthyology
Biology
Classification natural history, and evolutionary biology of fishes. (2 lecture, 4 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6160: Population Biology
Biology
Dynamics of genetic and ecological factors in determining the composition, size, and distribution of populations. Prerequisite requirements for this course may also be satisfied by consent of instructor.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6170: Fishery Biology
Biology
Research methods in freshwater fishery biology; life histories, environmental relations, and fishery management problems. (1 lecture, 4 lab hours).
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6180: Community Ecology
Biology
Theory of natural community dynamics. Prerequisite requirements for this course may also be satisfied by consent of instructor.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Discussion
Discussion
BISC 6190: Ecosystems Ecology
Biology
Structure and function of ecological systems, emphasizing consideration of natural and man-made ecosystems and cybernetic aspects of system functions.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Discussion
Discussion
BISC 6200: Field Botany
Biology
Taxonomy, distribution, ecology, and natural history of indigenous plants; methods of field study and collecting.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6210: Behavioral Endocrinology
Biology
Advanced course investigating the endocrine basis of behavior in animals with emphasis on vertebrates. Prerequisite requirements for this course may also be satisfied by consent of instructor.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6220: Behavioral Ecology
Biology
Advanced course focusing on the evolutionary ecology of animal behavior. Prerequisite requirements for this course may also be satisfied by consent of instructor. It is highly recommended that students have training in mathematics through differential calculus.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6230: Aquatic Plants
Biology
Taxonomy, distribution, and ecology of aquatic plants in the subkingdom Embryophyta; emphasis on freshwater species. Prerequisite: any two biology courses, 300 or above, which provide taxonomic training.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6260: Advanced Ornithology
Biology
In this course, students will study the ecology, behavior, and taxonomy of
birds, and will synthesize literature in a specialty area of ornithology. In
the laboratory, students will examine the morphology and anatomy of birds and
develop advanced identification and natural history skills during field trips.
(3 lecture, 2 lab hours)
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6280: Adv. Reproductive Physiology
Biology
Biomechanical mechanisms involved in reproductive processes and endocrine interrelationship of their regulation. Emphasis will be on molecular events within the hypothalmo-pituitary-gonadal axis.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6290: Adv. Biochemical Endocrinology
Biology
Mechanisms of action of hormones at the biochemical and molecular level. Review and journal articles will serve as text materials. Prerequisite requirements for this course may also be satisfied by consent of instructor.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6300: Algology
Biology
Ecology and physiology of freshwater algae, including isolation, identification, and culture techniques. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours). Prerequisite requirements for this course may also be satisfied by consent of instructor.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6310: Advanced Aquatic Techniques
Biology
Laboratory methods in freshwater systems, emphasizing advanced techniques and instrumentation.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6320: Aquatic Toxicology
Biology
Advanced principles of toxicology in aquatic systems. Topics include transport, distribution, transformation, and ultimate fate of chemicals in the aquatic environment.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6330: Microbial Energetics
Biology
Thermodynamic consideration of energy flux applied to growth and survival of microorganisms in the environment. Biochemical and environmental aspects are presented.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6350: Insect Taxonomy
Biology
Orders, families, and important genera of North American adult and immature insects, principles and practice of insect classification. (2 lecture, 4 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6370: Prokaryotic Development
Biology
This course is an exploration of major prokaryotic developmental models with an emphasis on signaling and regulatory systems.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Seminar
Seminar
BISC 6390: Insect Morphology
Biology
Structure and form of important insect types.(2 lecture, 4 lab hours). Prerequisite requirements for this course may also be satisfied by consent of instructor.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6400: Biology of Amphibia
Biology
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6410: Biology of Reptilia
Biology
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6470: Invertebrate Zoology
Biology
In this course, graduate students will build upon foundational knowledge and
apply modern as well as traditional research tools to formulate new questions
of the factors that explain diversity in invertebrate morphology, development,
ecology, and evolutionary biology. Students will also demonstrate a proficiency
of writing within the discipline by summarizing and criticizing primary
literature in the field. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6490: Methods in Molecular Biology
Biology
A laboratory course designed to acquaint the student with advanced instrumentation of molecular biology.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6500: Surv. Skills for Sci. Careers
Biology
Students will learn and apply skills to produce products that present science, in written and oral formats, to different audiences. Students will also produce a job portfolio.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6510: Advanced Parasitology
Biology
Principles of parasitology with emphasis on parasites that affect man. (2 lecture, 4 lab hours).
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6580: Syss Biology: Thry and Pract.
Biology
This course covers basic principles of systems biology (e.g., mass spectrometry, proteomics and metabolomics), multi-omics integration and molecular networks, as well as the applications in solving real-life research problems.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6590: Tech. in Molecular Sysatics
Biology
This course will introduce students to current laboratory and analytical methods in molecular systematics, with extensive hands-on training in the lab and on the computer.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6600: Plant Anatomy and Development
Biology
Internal construction and development of plants. Technical expertise will be gained using classical and modern histological techniques.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6610: Phylogenetic Systematics
Biology
Conceptual and practical approaches to estimating and evaluating relationships among organisms. Themes include morphological, molecular, and paleontological evolution.
4 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab
Lecture/Lab
BISC 6620: Multi Anlys. of Ecog. Data
Biology
A survey of multivariate statistical techniques currently and widely used in ecology, emphasizing nonparametric and nonlinear analyses.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6750: Advanced Microbial Physiology
Biology
Regulatory mechanisms, enzymology, and bioenergetics of microbial systems.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6760: Topics in Evo.ary Physiology
Biology
Advanced topics in evolutionary physiology. May be repeated three times if topic changes.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Seminar
Seminar
BISC 6770: Topics in Evo. and Ecology
Biology
Advanced topics in evolution and ecology. May be taken up to three times if topics change.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6780: Topics in Envir. & App. Micro
Biology
Topics in advanced microbiology. May be retaken up to three times if topics change.
3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture
Lecture
BISC 6790: Dir. Study in Biological Sci.
Biology
Assigned readings and independent research projects conducted under the supervision of faculty of the biology department. Provides opportunities for hands-on experience in areas of mutual student-faculty interest. A written research report is required. Course may be repeated when topic changes.
1 - 3 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Independent Study
Independent Study
BISC 6910: Seminar
Biology
Lectures by faculty, visiting lecturers, and graduate students. (May be repeated for credit as required by the department).
1 credit
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Seminar
Seminar
BISC 6930: Microbiology Seminar
Biology
(May be repeated for credit).
1 credit
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Seminar
Seminar
BISC 6997A: Thesis
Biology
No grade
1 - 12 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Thesis
Thesis
BISC 6999A: Seminars on Special Topics
Biology
A series of seminars on selected topics of concern to biological scientists. The theme of each series will be announced prior to registration. Seminar participants should expect to research primary literature sources and to prepare written summaries and oral seminars on assigned subjects. This course may be repeated for credit provided no two themes are identical. No more than 2 hours may be used to satisfy minimum credit hour requirements for a degree.
1 credit
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Seminar
Seminar
BISC 7998A: Dissertation
Biology
No grade
1 - 18 credits
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Dissertation
Dissertation