BIO Biology

BIO-101 Introductory Biology (4 cr.)
NSCI LFSC LAB
Fall and Spring

Introduction to the science of biology including life processes, cell biology, genetics, molecular biology, evolution, ecology, plant and animal diversity. Life systems are viewed from the sub-cellular to the community level, emphasizing the diversity, functioning, and interaction of whole organisms.

BIO-111 Science, Society, and the Environment (4 cr.)
NSCI LFSC LAB GLP
Fall and Spring

Relationship of humans to the natural environment. Ecological principles in relation to contemporary problems such as resource utilization, species extinction, human population dynamics, waste, and pollution generation and control. $

BIO-122 Introductory Biology (3 cr.)
NSCI LFSC LAB
Principles of biology: cellular metabolism, heredity and relationships between living organisms and their environments, with laboratory.

BIO-125 Biology of Aging (3 cr.)
NSCI LFSC
Understanding the aging process. Physiological, demographic, immunological and overall health aspects of aging.

BIO-128 Community Health (2 cr.)
HPE HLTH

Summer and Winterm

Disease prevention through education, sanitation, isolation and immunization; public health programs and operation of federal and state laws.

BIO-130 Human Sexual Biology (3 cr.)
NSCI LFSC
Male and female differentiation, development, structure, function and diseases of the reproductive system. Sperm and ovum production, fertility control, pregnancy, birth and lactation, mechanisms and patterns of inheritance.

BIO-132 Human Biology (4 cr.)
NSCI LFSC LAB
Fall and Spring

Basic concepts of physiological processes and anatomy of all organ systems of humans, based on dissection of a cat; embryological development.

BIO-135 Organismal Biology (4 cr.)
Fall

Introduction to the biological sciences, including evolution, an overview of life's diversity, plant biology, animal biology, and ecology. Emphasis on scientific thought processes, laboratory skills, and communication skills. H.S. Biology required; for Applied Science majors only.

BIO-136 College Molecular Cell Biology I (5 cr.)
Fall and Spring

Introduction to the biological sciences, including cell biology, physiology, and molecular biology. Emphasis on scientific thought processes, laboratory skills, and communication skills. For Applied Science majors and Biology minors.

BIO-141 Plants and People   (4 cr.)

NSCI LFSC LAB GLP

Investigation into the global economic and cultural importance of plants, how aspects of plant biology have played historical roles in shaping societies around the world, and the roles of plants in solving future societal problems.

BIO-150 Environmental Science (2 cr.)
NSCI LFSC GLP
The relationship of humans to the natural environment. Study of ecological principles in relation to contemporary problems such as resource utilization, human population dynamics, waste and pollution control.

BIO-210 Concepts and Issues in Biotechnology (2 cr.)
NSCI LFSC TECH GLP
Summer and Winterm

Concepts and issues in the field of Biotechnology. Overview of stem cell research, cloning, tissue engineering, artificial organs, genetically modified foods, and others as appropriate.

BIO-220 Physiology of Disabilities (3 cr.)
Spring

Causes, consequences, prognoses and treatments of diseases and injuries common in today's society. Includes genetic disorders, birth defects, cancers, degenerative disorders, spinal cord injuries, cardiovascular abnormalities and immune disorders.

Prerequisite: take BIO-132 or BIO-134.

BIO-234 Physiology and Anatomy (4 cr.)
NSCI LFSC LAB
Fall and Spring

The structure and function of the human organism at the cellular, organ, and organism levels with emphasis on the physiological control systems and the concept of homeostasis as the unifying concept in physiology.

Prerequisites: take BIO-101, CHEM-125 or CHEM-135.

BIO-235 Molecular Cell Biology II (4 cr.)
Spring

Consideration of eukaryotic cell structure, function and processes.

Prerequisites: take BIO-136 CHEM-136.

BIO-242 Botany (4 cr.)
NSCI LFSC LAB
Introduction to structure and function of plants, survey of plant kingdom, and structure and life history of representative forms of plant life.

BIO-252 Zoology (4 cr.)
NSCI LFSC LAB
Investigation of vertebrate and invertebrate animal life. Diversity, physiology and adaptation of the animal species.

BIO-255 The Biology of Fly Fishing (2 cr.)
NSCI LFSC
The science and art of fly fishing. Research aquatic environments and ecosystem dynamics to understand the relationship between fish and the world around them. Gain exposure to aquatic ecology, fish and insect identification and behavior, and fly tying.

BIO-306 General Microbiology (4 cr.)
Fall and Spring

Introduction to microbial life forms including Archaea, Bacteria, and Eukarya. Survey of microbial cell biology, physiology, molecular biology, ecology, and pathogenesis. Bacteriological and molecular methods used to identify microorganisms in natural and artificial environments. Prerequisite: take BIO-101 or take 1 CHEM course.

BIO-322 Plant Pathology (3 cr.)
Survey of the principles and concepts of plant pathology, including the impact of plant disease to crop production, environment and society.
Prerequisites: take BIO-242.

BIO-324 Vascular Plant Taxonomy (3 cr.)
Plant classification, identification, and evolution. Focus on flowering plant families of the Upper Midwest. Field trips and plant collection required.
Prerequisites: take BIO-242.

BIO-332 Genetics (3 cr.)
Fundamental principles of genetics, from Mendel
to the present; applications to plants, animals and humans. Laboratory reinforces principles studied in lecture and includes performance of genetic crosses, the cell, mitosis/meiosis, use of mathematical tools to analyze data, gene mapping, karyotyping, pedigree analysis, and the concepts of transformation/transduction.

Prerequisites: take BIO-101.

BIO-343 Plant Physiology   (4 cr.)
Spring

The study of the fundamental physiological processes of plants including investigation of the mechanical, physical and biochemical functions of plants.

Prerequisites: take BIO-242 and 100-level CHEM or higher.

BIO-350 Ecology (3 cr.)
NSCI LFSC LAB
Fall

Interrelationships of organisms with their abiotic and biotic environments.

Prerequisites: take BIO-101 or BIO-111 or BIO-135.

BIO-352 Plant Ecology (4 cr.)
Investigation into factors affecting the distribution and abundance of plants. Laboratory and discussion emphasis on using field sampling, GIS, current research, and restoration techniques to identify and solve plant resource management problems. Weekend field trip(s) required.
Prerequisites: take BIO-242.

BIO-358 Introductory Pharmacology (2 cr.)
Discussion of the sites and mechanisms of drug action, mechanisms of drug distribution, biotransformation and elimination. Analgesics and psychoactive drugs, drugs used clinically to impact cardiovascular care and to manipulate the reproductive system.

Prerequisite: take BIO-132, BIO-234 or CHEM-135.

BIO-360 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 neuronal disease and trauma.

Prerequisite: take BIO-132 or BIO-234.

BIO-361 Psychobiology (2 cr.)
Biological basis of human and animal behavior: evolution of physiological and behavioral adaptations of organisms to their environment.

BIO-362 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.

Prerequisite: take BIO-234.

BIO-370 Biotechnology (3 cr.)
Spring

Theoretical and laboratory experience in recombinant DNA techniques and their applications in the biotechnology industry.
Prerequisites: take CHEM-201 and BIO-235.

BIO-372 Plant Biotechnology (3 cr.)
Fall

Presents an overview of the techniques and underlying theory of plant tissue culture and genetic engineering, research and commercial application, and issues/challenges in the area of plant biotechnology.
Prerequisites: take BIO-136, BIO-235 and BIO-242.

BIO-400 Special Topics in Biotechnology (1-2 cr.)

Fall and Spring

Topics of current or historical importance in the understanding of biotechnology. Designated topics announced prior to start of semester. May be repeated for elective credit. Junior Level Or Higher. R

BIO-406 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.

Prerequisite: take BIO-306.

BIO-444 Problem Solving in Environmental Studies (3 cr.)
Integrate knowledge, theory, and practice from the humanities, social and natural sciences to explore current environmental issues and challenges. Junior Level Or Higher.

Prerequisites: take BIO-350.

BIO-470 Advanced Biotechnology (5 cr.)
Spring

Molecular biotechnology, including manipulation of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, computer analysis of genomic and proteomic data, and applications in the biotechnology industry. Prerequisites: take BIO-235 and BIO-370.

BIO-489 Advanced Biology Experience (1-4 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer

Experiences leading to deeper understanding of biological principles. Junior level or higher. R

BIO-493 Bioinformatics Practicum (3 cr.)
Spring
Experiences leading to a deeper understanding of bioinformatics through participation in a "linked-courses" interdisciplinary learning community. Students will complete a faculty-advised semester research project, write a senior thesis describing their project, present the results in an appropriate research forum, and participate in the learning community journal club.

Prerequisites: take MSCS-492.