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Studies in selected fields of biology and/or environmental science requiring preparation of a scientific paper or papers and at least one oral presentation by each student.

A study of Greek, Latin, and other word origins of biological and medical terms, with the aim of improving insight and confidence in mastering scientific vocabulary.

Designed to give a general knowledge of microorganisms and their relation to human welfare with respect to both pathology and transmission of disease. Additional laboratory fee required; see semester course schedule for amount.

Laboratory course to accompany BIOL 3180. Additional laboratory fee required; see semester course schedule for amount.

Prerequisites: BIOL 2100. The study of cells including nutrition, response to the environment, metabolism, growth and reproduction; molecular and biochemical mechanisms emphasized.

Prerequisite: BIOL 1107, BIOL 1107L. Basic principles of plant and animal physiology, emphasizing mechanisms common to all life forms.

Prerequisite: BIOL 2700. A study of the gross anatomy, biomechanics, and evolutionary relationships of the chordates. Several types of vertebrates are dissected. This course has a laboratory fee.

Prerequisites: BIOL 1108, BIOL 1107, and BIOL 2100. A quantitative study of the processes of organic evolution.

Prerequisites: BIOL 2800. An introduction to the principles of landscape ecology, emphasizing how spatial heterogeneity and human activities influence ecological systems and the use of geographic Information Science techniques to analyze ecological patterns at the landscape level.

Prerequisite: Approval of Instructor. Individual or small group research project in the area of the instructor's expertise. This course is repeatable for credit.