COURSES
Please note: required courses are marked with an asterisk.
BIO 501*. SEMINAR: Presentation of biological research data by faculty members and visiting scientists. Required of all graduate students each semester. 0 CH
BIO 503*. COLLEGE TEACHING SEMINAR: To assist graduate teaching assistants in acquiring information, understanding, and skills seen as important components of effective teaching. 1 CH
BIO 505. MICROBIAL ECOLOGY : Study of the diversity of microorganisms and the interrelationships between microorganisms and their environments. Emphasis is placed on aquatic ecosystems. 3 CH
BIO 505L. MICROBIAL ECOLOGY LABORATORY: Examination of the methods of isolation and enumeration of microorganisms and techniques for determining their activities in the field and laboratory. 1 CH
BIO 511. ECOSYSTEM DYNAMICS : An advanced course examining ecosystem structure and function. Emphasis on community level interactions, applied ecology and the ways in which ecosystem biodiversity can be influenced by the biotic and abiotic forces of the environment, including the global impact of the human species. 3 CH
BIO 521. BIOCHEMICAL GENETICS: An analysis of the nature of the gene and gene action. Particular attention will be given to genetic control of protein synthesis and recent advances in biochemical and physiological genetics. Two hours lecture. 2 CH
BIO 522. IMMUNOLOGY : Study of innate and acquired immunity, cells and organs of the immune system, antigens and immunoglobulins. Specific emphasis on the organization and expression of immunoglobulin genes; genetic restriction; cytokines and immune regulation including hypersensitivity, immune tolerance, transplantation and autoimmunity. Biochemistry recommended. 3 CH
BIO 523. ADVANCED MICROBIOLOGY: Lectures, readings and discussions of current concepts in basic and applied microbiology, with emphasis on microbial metabolism and physiology. 3 CH
BIO 524. ADVANCED CELL BIOLOGY: Explores the structure and function of cells through their biochemical, molecular, and physiological activities. 3 CH
BIO 530. BEHAVIORAL ECOLOGY: An advanced course examining adaptive individual and social behavior. Cost/benefit analyses of adaptive behavior, using examples from the current literature. Prerequisites: Courses in ecology, genetics and animal behavior. 3 CH
BIO 535. PROBLEMS IN FIELD BIOLOGY: A course designed to acquaint students with field-oriented problems in biology. 1 - 3 CH
BIO 538. POPULATION BIOLOGY: An advanced course considering the relationship of genetics and ecology. Emphasis on the growth and regulation of natural populations. Prerequisites: ecology and genetics. 3 CH
BIO 538L. POPULATION BIOLOGY: Field and laboratory exercise to accompany BIO 538. 1 CH
BIO 540L. PHYSIOLOGY OF HIGHER PLANTS LABORATORY: Laboratory concerned with uptake and transport of materials, energy metabolism and growth in higher plants. 1 CH
BIO 546. PLANT DEVELOPMENT: Study of the major organ systems of the vascular plants with emphasis on the nature of their cell types and tissue composition and their patterns of development. 3 CH
BIO 546L. PLANT DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY: 1 CH
BIO 550. BIOMETRICS : Design and analysis of experiments in quantitative biology. Parametric and nonparametric analyses of both laboratory and field-generated data sets. 3 CH
BIO 552*. BIOLOGICAL INSTRUMENTATION: This course is required of 0 graduate students, and is designed to acquaint students with advanced laboratory techniques used in biological research. Topics include theory and applications of protein and nucleic acid techniques, data analysis, and preparation of scientific manuscripts, posters and grant proposals. 4 CH
BIO 553*. BIOLOGICAL INSTRUMENTATION : A continuation of BIO 552. 4 CH
BIO 555. LABORATORY TECHNIQUES (TOPIC): Advanced treatment of new techniques and instrumentation used in specialized areas of biology. Changes with advances in a specialty are reflected in the course title. 1 - 3 CH
BIO 560. ADVANCED BIOINFORMATICS: This course familiarizes the student with the concepts and tools involved in bioinformatics research, using appropriate material from the disciplines of biology, chemistry and computer science, among others. 3 CH
BIO 570. ADVANCED DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY: An advanced course on the principles of animal development with emphasis on concepts and experimental evidence for underlying mechanisms. This course is designed to present the latest and newest advances in development, and includes discussion on the use of current model systems. Prerequisites: introductory course in developmental biology, cell biology, or permission of instructor. 3 CH
BIO 594. MOLECULAR BIOLOGY - THEORY AND PRACTICE: Introduction to the theory and practice of molecular biology techniques. Topics and laboratory exercises include the enzymatic manipulation of DNA and RNA, Southern and Northern blotting, library screening, DNA sequencing, DNA amplification, and gene promoter structure and function. 3 CH
BIO 596. CURRENT BIOLOGY PROBLEMS: Consideration of recent developments in biological thought and procedure. By permission of chair only. 1 - 3 CH
BIO 599*. THESIS : Research for the master's degree. 3 - 6 CH
BIO 601*. SPECIAL TOPICS: Development, presentation, and discussion of topics in specialized areas of biology. Required of graduate students each semester. 1 CH
BIO 699*. DISSERTATION : Research for the doctoral degree. 3 - 6 CH<