HSU Department of Biology Courses

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Modern Concepts in Biology 1301	The course presents the application of the scientific method in the biological sciences at the introductory level. Designed for non-majors, the emphasis of this course will be the area of expertise of the professor	Non-majors course Fall, Spring
Life Science 1401	A study of the fundamental concepts of biology with special application to man.	This is a one semester course designed to serve as an option to satisfy the core requirements in natural science. Credit is not given for both BIOL 1401 and SCED 2401. Fall, Spring, Summer
General Zoology 1320	An introduction to the study of invertebrates and vertebrates. Emphasizing the morphology, phylogeny, behavior, and ecology of individuals and populations.	Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 1120 is required unless waived by the student's advisor. This course is designed for students majoring and minoring in biology (not acceptable for core requirement for non science majors and minors). Fall, Spring
General Zoology Laboratory 1120	Laboratory Course providing and introduction to the study of invertebrates and vertebrates emphasizing morphology, phylogeny, behavior, and ecology of individuals and populations	Concurrent enrollment in Biology 1320 is required unless waived by students advisor. Not acceptable for core requirement for non-science majors and minors. Fall, Spring
Plant Biology 1321	An introduction to the study of plants with major emphasis on plant anatomy, physiology, life histories, and ecology	Concurrent enrollment in Biology 1121 is required unless waived by students advisor. Not acceptable for core requirement for non-science majors and minors. (not acceptable for core requirement for non science majors and minors). Fall, Spring
Plant Biology Laboratory 1121	Laboratory Course providing an introduction to the study of plants emphasizing on plant anatomy, physiology, life histories, and ecology	Concurrent enrollment in Biology 1321 is required unless waived by students advisor. Not acceptable for core requirement for non-science majors and minors. (not acceptable for core requirement for non science majors and minors). Fall, Spring
Introduction to Physical Therapy 2101	Introductory study of professions and professional education for students interested in any of the health sciences who want information about physical therapy. A major focus of the course will be presentations by physical therapists and visits to health care facilities. Grading is by cr/nc only.	Prerequisite: None (will not count toward hours for biology major/minor) Fall
Special Topic 2099 (1-4)	Special course designed to serve the general interest student	May be repeated for credit when topic varies. Will not count toward a major or minor in biology
Human Anatomy and Physiology I 2402	Structures and function of the human body. Systems covered will include muscular, skeletal and nervous. This first course will introduce materials in histology, cytology, and body chemistry, and Physiology 1	Fall, Summer
Human Anatomy and Physiology II 2403	Structures and functions Systems covered will include circulatory, digestive, urinary, reproductive. and endocrine.	Prerequisite: BIOL 2402 Spring, Summer
Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology 2410	A survey of the structure and functions of the human body. All major body systems are covered. The laboratory emphasis will be placed on skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. For Physical Education majors or science credit for non-science majors only.	Prerequisite: None (will not satisfy nursing , teaching requirement). Fall, Spring, Summer
Special Problems 3099 (1-4)	Field or laboratory studies of biological materials. Emphasis is to be placed in the area of research of the professor teaching the course prerequisite: One to three years of biology level for which credit is given) or permission of department.	May be repeated for credit when topic varies. Fall, Spring, Summer
Nutrition 3307	A study of the biochemical role of the various food substances essential to good nutrition. Practical experience , will be provided in planning diets for persons of different ages and different needs.	Prerequisite: CHEM 1410. 1411 and BIOL 2402, 2403 or consent of instructor. Fall
Immunology 4302	A study of the vertebrate immune system, its chemistry, histology and genetics. Also covered is its role in disease prevention and cause as well as its diagnostic and therapeutic applications.	Prerequisite: BIOL 1320 and 1321or BIO 2402 and 2403 and one year of Chemistry. Spring
General Ecology 3410	Relationships of animals and plants to each other and to their environments.	Prerequisite: 8 hours of biology. Fall, Spring
Genetics 3411	Elementary principles of heredity and their operation and significance in plant, animal, and human populations.	Prerequisite: 8 hours of biology. Spring, Fall
Advanced Vertebrate Biology 3416	A survey of the phylogeny, life history, evolution, and behavior of vertebrates. Field and laboratory investigations of vertebrate ecology, natural history, and phylogeny will be undertaken Fall (even years)
General Physiology 3417	Functions of living systems with both theoretical and laboratory investigations. Living organisms from the unicellular to the human are included.	Prerequisite: 8 hours of biology and CHEM 1320 and 1321. Spring
Advanced Human Anatomy 3418	An in-depth study of structures of the human body incorporating both gross and microscopic coverage of major body systems.	Prerequisite: 8 hours of biology, Fall
General Microbiology 3420	The biology of micro-organisms with an emphasis on bacterial morphology, physiology, and genetics. Topics in applied microbiology, immunology. and virology are introduced.	Prerequisite: 8 hours of biology and 8 hours of chemistry or consent of instructor. Spring, Summer
Advanced Botany 3421	An examination of trends in the morphology, physiology, and life history of plants with emphasis on higher plants. Topics covered include plant anatomy; plant reproduction; plant growth and development; and plant identification.	Prerequisite: BIOL 1320, 1120 and 1321, 1121. Spring (even years)
Seminar in Biology 4104	Papers and discussion on subjects of biological interest.	Prerequisite: 2 years of biology and permission of department. Spring.
Special Topics 4099(1-4)	Special topics in biology that meet a special student need. The course may be repeated as different subject matter is taught.	Prerequisite: 12 hours of biology and permission of department. Fall, Spring, Summer
Natural History of the Southwest 4411	A travel course designed to provide active learning about the flora, fauna, and habitat associations in the southwesten United States. Emphasis will be placed on natural history, adaptation and ecology of organisms in these biomes.	Prerequisite: 8 hours of biology and permission of instructor May term (annually)
Advanced Environmental Biology 4422	Quantitative and qualitative concepts of plant and animal community structure, interrelationships, and development. Emphasis to be placed in the area of research of the professor teaching the course.	Prerequisite: BIOL 3410.
Microscopic Anatomy 4423	A general comparative study of human cells, tissues, and organ systems. Principles of cytology, histology and embryology are included.	Prerequisite: 12 hours of biology. Spring
Cell Biology 4424	A study of the structure and function of cells and cell components. Included are biochemical and biophysical aspects of cell architecture, cell cycle, energy transductions, nucleic acid and protein synthesis, and limited work with the electron microscope.	Prerequisite: 16 hours of biology, 4 hours of chemistry. Spring (even years)
Introduction to Cell Biology 2420	An introduction to the principles of cell biology with emphasis on cell morphology, physiology, and gene expression. This course is required before students can take BIOL 3411.	Prerequisites: BIOL 1320 & 1120 or BIOL 1321 & 1121 or instructor approval. Fall, Spring