BIO Biology



BIO-560 Introduction to Neuroscience 3 cr.
Investigation of the human nervous system at the molecular, cellular and system level. Organization and function of neuronal cells, sensory receptors, sensory and motor pathways and integration centers. Introduction to electro- physiology, biochemistry of neurotransmitters and receptors, neuropharmacology, development of the nervous system, and consequences of of neuronal disease and trauma.


BIO-561 Psychobiology 2 cr.
Biological basis of human and animal behavior: evolution of physiological and behavioral adaptations of organisms to their environment.


BIO-562 Advanced Physiology 3 cr.
Fall and Spring

Human physiology with emphasis on integration of the nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, immune, renal, respiratory, digestive and endocrine systems. Cellular and molecular processes are studied. Computer simulations and experiments in frog physiology will be utilized.


BIO-606 Food Microbiology 3 cr.
Methods of food preservation, their effectiveness and related food spoilage by microorganisms. Quality control techniques used to determine presence of specific groups of economically important microorganisms.


BIO-720 Toxicology and Radiation Biology 3 cr.
Symptoms and physiological consequences of exposure to toxic chemicals and radiation.