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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 is designed to provide majors with a foundation in basic principles and unifying concepts of environmental science. Areas of focus include science and ecological principles; humans and sustainability; sustaining biodiversity and natural resources; and sustaining environmental quality and climate change. Students will be encouraged to develop critical thinking skills toward contemporary environmental issues and develop their views on environmental stewardship and Christian faith.

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 with a grade of "C" or higher; CHE-125 passed with a "C" or higher OR CHE-110 passed with grades of "C" or higher with pre-requisite or co-requisite of CHE-120. Co-requisite: BIO-213L.

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

This course will study the field of genetics, special emphasis on human genetics. Exploration of the molecular and environmental basis for genetics, and how these concepts are used to understand heredity.

This course presents an in-depth overview of the major areas of nutrition, including 1) diet analysis and design of a healthful diet; 2) physiology of digestion; 3) macronutrients (carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins); 4) metabolism; 5) vitamins and minerals (nutrients involved in energy metabolism, fluid/electrolyte balance, antioxidant function, bone health, blood health, and immunity); 6) nutrition and physical activity (achieving and maintaining a healthful body weight); 7) food safety, technology, equity, sustainability, quality; and 8) life stage-specific nutrition. The lecture portion of the course is accompanied by a laboratory that provides experiences to enrich the understanding and application of selected content.

Lab taken as a co-requisite to BIO-216.

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.