BSC: Biological Sciences

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE This course applies the scientific method to critically examine and explain the natural world including but not limited to cells, organisms, genetics, evolution, ecology, and behavior.

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE COMBINED This course applies the scientific method to critically examine and explain the natural world including but not limited to cells, organisms, genetics, evolution, ecology, and behavior. (Special Fee: $68.00).

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE - HONORS Prerequisites: Honors Program permission This course applies the scientific method to critically examine and explain the natural world including but not limited to cells, organisms, genetics, evolution, ecology, and behavior. (Special Fee: $68.00).

GENERAL BIOLOGY I HONORS In this course students will apply the scientific method to critically examine and explain the natural world. This course will cover molecular biology, cellular biology, genetics, metabolism, and replication. (Special Fee: $59.00) 202610.

GENERAL BIOLOGY II - HONORS Same as BSC 1011C with honors content. Honors program permission required. (Special Fee: $103.00).

HUMAN BIOLOGY This course includes the application of the scientific method and study of the human body with an emphasis on major organ systems and processes and their links to biological concepts underlying major societal and bioethical issues. Students should be able to complete college level reading, writing, and mathematics assignments as part of this course.

BIOLOGY OF HUMAN SEXUALITY General, non-laboratory course designed to introduce students to various biological aspects of human sexuality, including sexual genetics and sex determination, sexual anatomy, physiology and development, processes of fertilization, pregnancy, birth control, sexually transmitted diseases, menstruation, menopause, and aging. Other appropriate areas may be discussed when time permits. Students should be able to complete college level reading, writing, and mathematics assignments as part of this course.

BIOLOGY OF HUMAN SEXUALITY - HONORS Prerequisites: Honors Program permission Same as BSC 1026 with honors content. Honors program permission required.

INTRODUCTION TO BIOTECHNOLOGY In this lecture/lab course, students will be introduced to the field of biotechnology. Focus will be placed on applications of biotechnology, career opportunities, basic chemistry and cell biology, as well as on concepts and techniques necessary to work effectively in a biotechnology lab. Basic skills learned will include following procedures and keeping records, laboratory safety procedures, laboratory mathematics and measuring, preparing solutions; and basic techniques used for DNA extraction, processing and quantification. Students will develop confidence in their ability to work safely and proficiently with basic biotech lab instruments. (Special Fee: $112.00) 202110.

HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all mandated courses in reading, mathematics, English, and English for Academic Purposes. This course is the first part of a two-semester sequence in which students examine human anatomy and physiology through a systems approach based on the interaction between form and function, from the microscopic components of cells and tissues to the organismal level. Emphasis is placed on histology and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. (Special Fee: $42.00).

HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in BSC 2085C or departmental approval. Continuation of BSC 2085C, including coverage of the structures and functions of the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems with considerable emphasis on biochemistry of metabolic processes and body fluids. This course meets the General Education science requirements for graduation. (Special Fee: $45.00).

PROTEIN BIOTECHNOLOGY AND CELL CULTURE Prerequisite: MCB 2010C and BSC 2427C This combined lecture and laboratory course will address the use of proteins and cell culture in the field of Biotechnology. Students will conduct experiments to learn protein-based techniques including protein expression, purification, quantification, and analysis. Students will also perform protein-based assays. Cell culture will include instruction in growing both prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. (Special Fee: $200.00).

BIOTECHNOLOGY METHODS II Prerequisite: BSC 2426C This lecture/lab course will provide students with an opportunity to apply the skills they have learned in Biotechnology Methods I in a Capstone DNA cloning project. Students will also learn about RNA structure and function. Students will perform RNA-based molecular biology techniques. (Special fee $192.00).

SELECTED TOPICS IN BIOLOGY Prerequisite: Departmental approval Selected topics in biological sciences based on historical, traditional or contemporary approach as background and interest of students and professor dictate. Multiple credit course. May be repeated for credit, but grade forgiveness cannot be applied.