BIO - Biology

This course is a survey of the biology of humankind and its relationship to other living organisms. Humankind's environmental and ecological responsibilities will be considered. This course with its co-requisite laboratory fulfills the general education lab science requirement. This course does not count toward the biology major. Considered foundational in the Biology minor for Educational Majors.

Selected laboratory experiences in introductory biology. One laboratory period. Co-requisite: BIO-100.

Introductory course designed for students not majoring in science or the allied health professions. Human biology provides the student with a general overview of the organization, structure, and function of the major organ systems in the human body in a one semester course. Co-requisite: BIO-102L. This course with its co-requisite laboratory fulfills the general education lab science requirement. Considered an elective in the Biology Minor for Education Majors.

Selected laboratory experiences in human biology, designed to coincide with and complement BIO-102. Co-requisite: BIO-102.

This course provides the student with an introduction to the major diseases of the human condition. Specific aspects of selected hereditary and non-hereditary diseases will be covered including, but not limited to: genetic propensity, major risk factors, incidence in the population, and morbidity and mortality. Prerequisite: None. Co-requisite: BIO105L. This course with its co-requisite laboratory fulfills the general education lab science requirement. Considered an elective in the Biology Minor for Education Majors.

Lab to be taken concurrently with BIO-105 Heredity and Disease. Co-requisite: BIO-105.

This course is an introduction to ecological principles and their relevance to human impact on the natural environment. Issues to be covered include natural resources, legislative changes, terminology, urbanization, energy, pollution, environmental ethics, and population dynamics. Co-requisite: BIO-106L. This course with its co-requisite laboratory fulfills the general education lab science requirement. Considered an elective in the Biology Minor for Education Majors.

Includes selected laboratory experiences to accompany BIO-106. Lab times will include field trips, group discussions, and environmental education of local issues. Co-requisite: BIO-106

This is a course designed for biology majors and non majors to study the contribution of crops to society and society's development. The course will cover cereal crops, legumes, herbs, spice, fibers, medicinal plants, tropical and temperate fruits and nuts. Soil and water conservation will be covered. Emphasis will be on agriculture in developing nations and development policies that affect agriculture, stewardship, the poor and malnourished. Labs will emphasize practical and applied aspects of agriculture and appropriate technology. This course does fulfill the lab science requirement. Considered an elective in the Biology Minor for Education Majors.

A course designed for non-science majors and those interested in teaching science at the elementary school level. Emphasis will be on learning to visually recognize and identify the common flowers, trees, insects, and invertebrates of the Midwest. Taxonomy will include limited scientific nomenclature. The course will include numerous field trips, the use of taxonomic keys, and the collection and preservation of specimens to be used as references in the classroom. This course fulfills the general education lab science requirement. Considered an elective in the Biology Minor for Education Majors.

Forensic Science takes the student into the world of scientific problem solving by creating new "crime scenes" periodically throughout the semester. Students will be expected to observe the scene, collect evidence, formulate possible hypotheses, analyze the evidence with the appropriate analytical techniques, and draw conclusions based on their results. The course is designed to teach students scientific reasoning, data collection, and the confirmation or rejection of possible hypotheses. There is no prerequisite or co-requisite for this course, other than a strong motivation to learn. This course fulfills the general education lab science requirement. Considered an elective in the Biology Minor for Education Majors.

An integrated course covering the structure and function of approximately half of the systems in the human body. Organization of the body and principles of support, movement, and control systems will be covered. Prerequisite: Math SAT 440 or above, or RSAT 480 or above; ACT 18 or above. Co-requisite: BIO-111L. This course with its co-requisite laboratory fulfills the general education lab science requirement. Considered an elective in the Biology Minor for Education Majors.

This lab is taken as a co-requisite to BIO-111.

A continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I. Structures and functions of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and urogenital systems will be covered. Prerequisite: BIO-111, passed with a grade of "C-" or above. This course does not count toward a Biology major. Prerequisite: BIO-111. Co-requisite: BIO-112L. Considered an elective in the Biology Minor for Education Majors.

Lab taken as a co-requisite to BIO-112.

This course is an introduction to the fundamental characteristics of microorganisms. Emphasis on structure, metabolism, genetics and diversity. Further emphasis is given to the epidemiology and pathogenesis of infectious diseases, including basic concepts of antimicrobial chemotherapy, antibiotic resistance, and immunology. This course does not count toward a biology major. Co-requisite: BIO-113L. This course fulfills the general education lab requirement. Considered an elective in the Science Minor for Education Majors.

Lab taken as a co-requisite to BIO-113.

The fundamental principles of genetics, cell development, and structure and function in cells, membranes, and molecules as related to organisms are covered. Representative life processes, organisms, and bio-techniques are studied from the cellular perspective to illustrate biological principles. Emphasis is placed upon man's real progress in coping with the new knowledge of biology and its effects on society's perspective about how the knowledge should be used. Prerequisite: Math SAT 480 or above, or RSAT 510 or above; ACT 20 or above; or CHE-110 with a grade of "C" or better OR permission of instructor. This course fulfills the general education lab requirement. Can be used as foundational in the Biology Minor for Education Majors. Core Course for Biology Majors.

This course focuses on the basic concepts of ecology, a branch of biology that examines living things and their relationship with the environment. Students will evaluate possible combinations of abiotic factors (climate and geology), biotic factors (organisms sharing habitat), and their varying proportions of interaction to provide the scientific basis for considering solutions to ecological problems. Students will also investigate how the Bible calls everyone to responsible stewardship of God's creation.

A study of the classification, morphology, physiology, and natural history of invertebrate and vertebrate animals, including their importance to man. Prerequisite: BIO-125 or BIO-111 and BIO-112. Core course for Biology Majors.

An introduction to plant Biology. Emphasis is placed on plant diversity. Lectures and labs cover Bacteria, Fungi, Algae, Lower Vascular Plants, Gymnosperms and Angiosperms. Some coverage of structure and development and some physiology. Course also covers plant taxonomy with emphasis on local flora. Consideration is given to how plants impact society ecologically and economically. Course includes a 2-hour lab. Prerequisite: BIO-125. Core course for Biology Majors.

An ecological approach to the study of conservation of natural resources as related to current environmental problems.

A study of the morphology, natural history, identification, and conservation of birds. Emphasis placed on field work. Prerequisite: BIO-125.

This course will introduce the student to current human genetic knowledge about the chemistry of the gene, human biochemical and molecular level inheritance, and somatic/germ cell genetics. This study will relate the course content with previous classical approaches and build toward an understanding of newer cytogenetic approaches. The discussions will emphasize the molecular characterization of genotype and its relationship to phenotypic expression in birth defects and human molecular disease. This course meets science general education requirements. No prerequisites.

A comprehensive introduction to general microbiology, with an emphasis on microbial structure, physiology, diversity, genetics and growth. Interactions of microorganisms with humans are discussed, including infectious diseases, pathogenesis, host immune defenses, and epidemiology. Laboratory activities include staining techniques, physiological tests, and identification of bacteria. Prerequisite: BIO-125 and CHE-126, passed with grades of "C" or above. Co-requisite: BIO-213L.

Lab taken as a co-requisite to BIO-213.

A field course designed to teach recognition of the major macro flora and fauna of the Midwest using both taxonomy and natural history. Emphasis will be placed on recognition of birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals indigenous to the area. Recognition of bird songs and amphibian vocalizations will also be stressed. Prerequisite: BIO-125.

An ecological approach to the study of conservation of natural resources as related to current environmental problems.

An introduction to the principles and methods of plant and animal ecology in the physical environment. Prerequisite: BIO-125. Core course for Biology Majors.

A study of the anatomy, physiology, identification, classification, life cycles, habits, and adaptations of insects. Prerequisite: BIO-125.

Introduction to marine life, biological communities and ecology. Marine ecosystems will be studied in preparation for the field component in coastal waters. Throughout the course, the ecological and economic importance of marine systems will be discussed. Society's role as stewards of creation is an integral part of class discussion. Course includes lecture and field trip to a coral reef. Prerequisites: BIO-125.

A study of the anatomy of mammals with emphasis on the anatomy of man. The laboratory work includes the dissection of a mammal. Prerequisites: BIO-125. Core course for Biology Majors.

A study of the basic physiological processes. Consideration is given to all the organ systems of man with special emphasis in the laboratory on the neuromuscular, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems. Prerequisite: BIO-125. Core course for Biology Majors.

This is a course designed for majors in biology to study the contribution of crops to society and society's development. The course will cover cereal crops, legumes, herbs, spice, fibers, medicinal plants, tropical and temperate fruits and nuts. Soil and water conservation will be covered. Emphasis will be on agriculture in developing nations and development policies that affect agriculture, stewardship, the poor and malnourished. A research project involving lab work will be required. Prerequisite: BIO-125 or equivalent. Open to majors in biology. Course cannot be taken if credit has been awarded in BIO-107.

This course offers practical, hands-on field experience in sustainable tropical agriculture. Students will learn about different plants, agricultural systems, soil management and appropriate technology that is used to help small scale farmers in very poor areas. Students will learn aspects of poverty and community development in an international setting. Course content is presented from a biblical perspective. Students will work with missionaries/development workers who are doing community development and agricultural missions in a developing nation. This intensive course involves academic rigor and physical rigor on the farms. Prerequisite: Permission of course professor.

This course highlights normal histology and the functional significance of micro anatomical structures. The lab and lecture portions of the course are completely integrated; the amount of time devoted to lecture or lab will vary depending on the particular topic. Prerequisites: BIO-125 and BIO-351.

An in-depth study of the anatomy and function of animal and plant cells. The elegance and complexity of God's design for this smallest living unit will be revealed through lectures, in-class activities, and various assignments. Prerequisites: BIO-125, CHE-125 and CHE-126. Core course for Biology Majors.

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. (At Au Sable)

Observation by the pre-professional student of the professional practice of a medical doctor, dentist, optometrist, or related medical professional. Prerequisites: Junior classification and permission of pre-professional advisor.

A course in advanced topics in biology of current interest. See schedule for specific content. Can be repeated up to 12 hours.

Work with a faculty mentor and in cooperation with an Honors College advisor, producing a research thesis or creative project.

Study of the embryonic development of the vertebrates including man, using the frog, the chick, and the pig as types. Prerequisite: BIO-311 or permission of instructor.

An integrated lecture/laboratory course that provides a thorough analysis of the factors governing trait inheritance in plant and animal life. Prerequisite: BIO-125. Core course for Biology Majors.

Significantly emphasizing laboratory techniques, this course is designed to follow either CHE-432 or BIO-351. Biomedical research topics that will be discussed and accompanied by hands-on laboratory experiments include recombinant DNA technology/genetic engineering, cloning, and basic bioinformatics.

A one-semester course which addresses the chemical and structural relationship of antigens and antibodies, the basis for immunological tolerance, T-cell development, B-cell development, autoimmune disease, cancer, and AIDS. Prerequisites: BIO-125 and either BIO-312 or BIO-403.

AuSable Course

Individually arranged reading, problem solving, or research in biology. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Ecological foundations and techniques for ecosystem and biotic community restoration. Application of ecological principles and environmental ethics to redeeming and restoring damaged ecosystems and endangered species. A field laboratory practicum is included. (At Au Sable)

This course is intended to help science majors to synthesize, integrate, and apply their scientific understanding. The course will focus on advanced topics and on the ethical and social implications of science. Some emphasis will be given to research and to written and oral communication skills as used in the sciences. The Major Field Achievement Test in biology may be administered as a part of this course. The course is required of all majors. Prerequisite: Senior standing, science major, and completion of at least one course in the major at or above the 300 level.

This laboratory-based course is designed for biology majors who plan on graduate-level work in biology or other related medical sciences. Each student will participate in a faculty-led research project in his/her area of interest. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Course may be repeated but only a total of 2 credit hours may be applied toward the Biology Major or minor.