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BIOL 2101 Introduction to Physical Therapy (1-3-0)
Introductory study of professions and professional education
for students interested in any of the health sciences with
emphasis on physical therapy; includes an overview of the
duties, responsibilities and education of physical therapists. A
major focus of the course will be presentations by physical
therapists and visits to health care facilities.
Fall
BIOL 2102 Introduction to Physician Assistant Practice
(1-3-0)
Introductory study of health professions and
professional education for students interested in medicine as
a career with an emphasis oh physician assistants; includes
an overview of duties, responsibilities, and education of
physician assistants. A major focus of the course will be
presentations by physician assistants and other health care
providers. Additionally, recommendations for successful
application planning will be reviewed at length.
Spring
BIOL 2334 Introduction to Research Methods (3-3-0)
An
introduction to the foundations of research methodologies
including experimental design, data analysis and
interpretation, and dissemination of data. Students will read
scientific papers to study and critique experimental designs.
This course will teach students to design scientific studies.
Prerequisite: BIOL 1306/1106 or BIOL 1307/1107 and a grade
of C or better in ENGL 1301. Fall, Spring
BIOL 2335 Computers in Science (3-3-0)
A lecture and
project-based course designed to introduce numercal
methods, parametric statistics, data analysis, various
scientific statistics software, and techniques used to portray
data in the sciences will be explored in this course. Various
public domain databases, and uses of this data, will be
explored. Current topics will include biometry, bioinformatics,
and Geographic Information Science (GIS). This course fulfills
the university technology competency. This course may not
be used to fulfill the science requirement of the HSU
Foundational Curriculum.
Prerequisite: 8 hours of science and
6 hours of mathematics or consent of instructor. Fall, Spring
BIOL 2402 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4-3-2) [#]
Structure and function of the human body. Systems covered
include muscular, skeletal and nervous. This first course will
introduce materials in histology, cytology, and body chemistry.
Fall, Summer
BIOL 2403 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4-3-2) [#]
Structure and function of the human body. Systems covered
include circulatory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, and
endocrine.
Spring, Summer
BIOL 2405 Public Health Microbiology (4-3-3) [#]
Fundamental principles and procedures of bacteriology are
emphasized in regard to disease producing organisms.
Organism characteristics, culture, and control are also
included. May not be counted toward a major or minor in
biology. Will not satisfy science core requirements.
Spring,
Summer
BIOL 2410 Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology
(4-3-2)
Survey of the structure and function of the human
body. All major body systems are covered. Laboratory
emphasis will be placed on skeletal, muscular and nervous
systems.
(This course will not satisfy the degree requirements
for Nursing and Exercise Science majors or Biology as a
teaching field) (May be used to satisfy the four-credit core
requirement of a science course with lab for non-Science
majors). Spring
BIOL 2420 Introduction to Cell Biology (4-3-2)
Study of
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
syntheses, membrane structure and function, and cell cycle
regulation. This course is required before students can take
BIOL 3411.
Prerequisites: 4 credits from BIOL and CHEM
1310 and 1110 or concurrent enrollment, or approval of
instructor. Fall, Spring
BIOL 3099 (1-4 credits) Special Problems
Field or
laboratory studies of biological material. Emphasis is to be
placed in the area of research of the professor teaching the
course.
Prerequisite: One to three years of biology
(depending on level for which credit is given) or permission of
the Department Head. May be repeated for credit when topic
varies. Fall, Spring, Summer
BIOL 3103 Forensic Science Lab (1-0-2)
Laboratory
application of techniques used in crime scene investigation
and scientific analysis of evidence. The use of microscopes,
basic chemical analysis of solutions, some field work, and
group projects are required. Videos, demonstrations, and
field trips will augment the experience. This lab is designed to
parallel the information presented in BIOL 3303. Concurrent
enrollment or previous completion of BIOL 3303 required
.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor.
Corequisite: enrollment in BIOL 3303. Spring, Summer.
BIOL 3303 Topics in Forensic Science (3-3-0)
A course
designed to introduce students to the fundamental concepts
of forensic science including: the role of the forensic scientist,
crime scene investigation, analysis of evidence, the forensic
laboratory, and careers in various areas of the forensic
sciences. Actual case studies, many of which are
documented on videos, will enhance the application of
information presented in each major area. Prerequisite: Junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Spring, Summer.
BIOL 3304 Medical and Research Ethics (3-3-0)
A study of
ethical issues in medicine and research and how past events
have shaped their ethics. Students will learn how technology
influences ethical review boards. Students will also study the
process of approval for research protocols, investigate
phases of clinical trial, and become familiar with FDA drug
approval process. This is a writing intensive course.
Prerequisite:4 Credits of BIOL, and C or better in ENGL 1301
or 1302. Fall (even years), Summer (odd years)
BIOL 3307 Nutrition (3-3-0) 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: 8
hrs. of BIOL or consent of instructor. Fall
BIOL 3308 Medical Terminology (3-3-0)
A comprehensive
study of the vocabulary used in clinical settings. This course
includes a thorough discussion of medical treatments and
disorders and procedures for generating and reading medical
documentation, such as patient charts and prescriptions.
Videos and hypothetical case studies are presented for
discussion and interpretation.
Prerequisite: A semester of
college level anatomy and/or physiology or permission of the
instructor. May Term
BIOL 3324 Cell Biology (3-3-0)
An in depth study of
eukaryotic cell structure and function at the molecular level.
Emphasis will be placed on cellular and molecular
mechanisms of development.
Prerequisite: BIOL 1306/1106.
BIOL Spring (odd years)
BIOL 3342 Mammalogy (3-2-3)
An introduction to
mammalian biology, evolution, classification, biogeography,
reproduction, physiology, ecology, and behaviors. An
emphasis will be placed on the concepts necessary for a
foundation in both wildlife sciences and biology. Students will
interact directly with small mammals and observe other
mammals in their natural habitats.
Prerequisite:4 Credits of
BIOL and instructor consent. Spring (even years)
BIOL 3410 General Ecology (4-3-3)
A course studying the
interactions of organisms with each other and with their
environments
. Prerequisite: BIOL 1306/1106, BIOL
1307/1107. Fall, Spring,
BIOL 3411 Genetics (4-3-3
) Focus on the fundamental
principles of genetics including Mendelian inheritance,
expression and interaction of genes, linkage, biochemical
nature of genetic material and mutation.
Prerequisite: BIOL
1306/1106, 1307/1107, 2334. Fall, Spring
BIOL 3416 Advanced Vertebrate Biology (4-3-3)
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.
Prerequisite: 8 credits of biology. Fall
(even years)
BIOL 3417 Advanced Human Physiology (4-3-2)
Functions
of living systems with both theoretical and laboratory