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Course Listing for BIOLOGY - Spring 2025 (ALL: 01/21/2025 - 05/09/2025)
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No.		 Course ID Title Credits Type Instructor(s) Days:Times Location Permission
Required		 Dist Qtr
2092 BIOL-121-01 Human Health and Nutrition 1.00 SEM Draper, Alison W: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NATW  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  This course will focus on basic human physiology and nutrition related to human health. We will examine organ systems, such as cardiovascular, kidney and liver, and explore how diet influences their function, susceptibility to chronic disease and longevity. We will discuss the standard American diet, other dietary philosophies and diet fads and explore the scientific literature to determine their effects on long term health. Throughout the course, we will explore food through in-class discussions, demonstrations and experiments, tastings, examination of menus and recipes, and cooking, and students will develop personal dietary strategies for better body function and long-term health. All levels of college science background are welcome. Not creditable to the Biology major.
1276 BIOL-183-01 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LEC Bennett, Heather MWF: 10:00AM-10:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 32 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: 22 seats reserved for first-year students, 10 for sophomores.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1277 BIOL-183-02 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LEC Fleming, Robert MWF: 9:00AM-9:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 32 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: 22 seats reserved for first-year students, 10 for sophomores.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1695 BIOL-183-03 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LEC Fournier, Claire MWF: 12:00PM-12:50PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 32 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: 22 seats reserved for first-year students, 10 for sophomores.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
2208 BIOL-183-04 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LEC Bue-Hepner, Catherine MWF: 11:00AM-11:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 32 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: 22 seats reserved for first-year students, 10 for sophomores.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1196 BIOL-183-20 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LAB Maley, Abigail T: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 183-01, 183-02 or 183-03 required.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1197 BIOL-183-21 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LAB Maley, Abigail W: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 183-01, 183-02 or 183-03 required.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1198 BIOL-183-22 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LAB Maley, Abigail R: 9:25AM-12:05PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 183-01, 183-02 or 183-03 required.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1199 BIOL-183-23 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LAB Maley, Abigail R: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 183-01, 183-02 or 183-03 required.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1672 BIOL-183-24 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LAB Fournier, Claire T: 9:25AM-12:05PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1688 BIOL-183-25 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LAB Fournier, Claire R: 9:25AM-12:05PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
2679 BIOL-215-01 Botany 1.25 LEC Patel, Nikisha TR: 9:25AM-10:40AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 24 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, or permission of instructor.
  An introductory study of the structure, function, development, metabolism, reproduction, dispersal, ecology, and evolution of plants. Plant/animal interactions and co-evolution will be considered. Laboratory exercises and field work are designed to involve students with important concepts discussed in lecture.
2680 BIOL-215-20 Botany 1.25 LAB Patel, Nikisha R: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 24 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, or permission of instructor.
  An introductory study of the structure, function, development, metabolism, reproduction, dispersal, ecology, and evolution of plants. Plant/animal interactions and co-evolution will be considered. Laboratory exercises and field work are designed to involve students with important concepts discussed in lecture.
2878 BIOL-216-01 Human Anatomy 1.25 LEC Dunlap, Kent MWF: 10:00AM-10:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L and Biology 183L or Permission of Instructor.
  This course examines the function, embryology, and evolution of the human form. We focus on the anatomy of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, osmoregulatory and reproductive systems. Readings and discussions center on the evolution of the human form and the embryological basis of certain clinical conditions and pathologies. In the lab section, students examine first-hand mammalian tissue specimens, bones, and dissections as well as explore digital human images
2879 BIOL-216-20 Human Anatomy 1.25 LAB Dunlap, Kent W: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L and Biology 183L or Permission of Instructor.
  This course examines the function, embryology, and evolution of the human form. We focus on the anatomy of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, osmoregulatory and reproductive systems. Readings and discussions center on the evolution of the human form and the embryological basis of certain clinical conditions and pathologies. In the lab section, students examine first-hand mammalian tissue specimens, bones, and dissections as well as explore digital human images
2681 BIOL-222-01 Invertebrate Zoology 1.25 LEC Toscano, Benjamin TR: 9:25AM-10:40AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 24 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L or permission of instructor.
  An introductory study of the variety, morphology, functional attributes, development, ecology, and evolution of the major groups of invertebrate animals. The laboratory includes demonstrations, dissections, and experimental observation that relate adaptations in structural patterns and physiological processes of organisms to their marine, freshwater, or terrestrial environments.
2682 BIOL-222-20 Invertebrate Zoology 1.25 LAB Toscano, Benjamin R: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 24 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L or permission of instructor.
  An introductory study of the variety, morphology, functional attributes, development, ecology, and evolution of the major groups of invertebrate animals. The laboratory includes demonstrations, dissections, and experimental observation that relate adaptations in structural patterns and physiological processes of organisms to their marine, freshwater, or terrestrial environments.
2081 BIOL-224-01 Genetics 1.00 LEC Fleming, Robert MWF: 11:00AM-11:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 45 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 183L or permission of instructor.
  A study of the basic principles of genetics including the transmission and organization of the genetic material in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, the molecular biology of nucleic acids and information transfer, mutation and mutagenesis, and gene regulation. Laboratory will include techniques of genetic analysis in plants, fungi, and Drosophila. Selected experiments in cytogenetics, molecular genetics, and the genetics of bacteria and bacteria phage. This course may be taken without laboratory by registering for only Biology 224-01.
2088 BIOL-224-20 Genetics Laboratory 0.25 LAB Fleming, Robert R: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 24 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in BIOL 224-01, or concurrent enrollment.
  A study of the basic principles of genetics including the transmission and organization of the genetic material in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, the molecular biology of nucleic acids and information transfer, mutation and mutagenesis, and gene regulation. Laboratory will include techniques of genetic analysis in plants, fungi, and Drosophila. Selected experiments in cytogenetics, molecular genetics, and the genetics of bacteria and bacteria phage.
2322 BIOL-308-01 Microbiology 1.25 LEC Foster, Lisa-Anne TR: 10:50AM-12:05PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 24 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, Biology 183L, and Chemistry 111L or Permission of Instructor.
  NOTE: Seat reservations: 6 for sophomores, 8 for juniors, 10 for seniors.
  A study of microorganisms that include bacteria, viruses, and eukaryotic microbes. Structure, genetics, metabolism, growth and division, and prokaryotic experimental systems are examined. In addition, mechanisms of microbial pathogenesis, and human and viral pathogens are explored. Laboratory exercises will consist of sterile techniques, culture, microscopy, and identification of bacterial specimens. Other exercises will involve experiments in genetic exchange.
2323 BIOL-308-20 Microbiology 1.25 LAB Foster, Lisa-Anne T: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 24 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, Biology 183L, and Chemistry 111L or Permission of Instructor.
  A study of microorganisms that include bacteria, viruses, and eukaryotic microbes. Structure, genetics, metabolism, growth and division, and prokaryotic experimental systems are examined. In addition, mechanisms of microbial pathogenesis, and human and viral pathogens are explored. Laboratory exercises will consist of sterile techniques, culture, microscopy, and identification of bacterial specimens. Other exercises will involve experiments in genetic exchange.
2324 BIOL-315-01 Vertebrate Zoology 1.25 LEC Jacquemetton, Christiane TR: 10:50AM-12:05PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, Biology 183L, and Chemistry 111L or Permission of Instructor.
  A broad-based survey of the biological diversity and evolution of the vertebrates. Special emphasis will be placed on functional morphology, physiology, paleontology, and ecology, as related to evolutionary history. The laboratory will introduce the student to the fundamentals of vertebrate anatomy through the dissection of such animals as the dogfish shark, the cat, and the lamprey. Other lab exercises will deal with functional analysis and reconstruction of phylogenetic relationships.
2325 BIOL-315-20 Vertebrate Zoology 1.25 LAB Jacquemetton, Christiane T: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, Biology 183L, and Chemistry 111L or Permission of Instructor.
  A broad-based survey of the biological diversity and evolution of the vertebrates. Special emphasis will be placed on functional morphology, physiology, paleontology, and ecology, as related to evolutionary history. The laboratory will introduce the student to the fundamentals of vertebrate anatomy through the dissection of such animals as the dogfish shark, the cat, and the lamprey. Other lab exercises will deal with functional analysis and reconstruction of phylogenetic relationships.
2989 BIOL-324-01 Adv. Molecular Neurobiology 1.25 LEC Bennett, Heather MW: 1:30PM-2:45PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, Biology 183L, and Chemistry 111L AND C- or better in Biology 224, 226 OR NESC 201, or Permission of Instructor.
  This course provides a comprehensive view of the genetic, cellular, and molecular biology of the nervous system. Emphasis will be placed on advanced experimental techniques and approaches for investigating gene expression and neural circuits to understand organism development and behavior. In addition, this course provides a laboratory component focused on reading and understanding the primary literature, gaining expertise in the design and implementation of basic C. elegans molecular and neurogenetics techniques test and analyze behavioral. Students will learn how to prepare and present the research associated with laboratory work. Grading and assessment will be based on class participation, in the form of student-led presentations and in- depth discussion, homework assignments, in-class exams, and a semester project that encompasses an independent laboratory research project
2990 BIOL-324-20 Adv. Molecular Neurobiology 1.25 LAB Bennett, Heather T: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA Y NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, Biology 183L, and Chemistry 111L AND C- or better in Biology 224, 226 OR NESC 201, or Permission of Instructor.
  This course provides a comprehensive view of the genetic, cellular, and molecular biology of the nervous system. Emphasis will be placed on advanced experimental techniques and approaches for investigating gene expression and neural circuits to understand organism development and behavior. In addition, this course provides a laboratory component focused on reading and understanding the primary literature, gaining expertise in the design and implementation of basic C. elegans molecular and neurogenetics techniques test and analyze behavioral. Students will learn how to prepare and present the research associated with laboratory work. Grading and assessment will be based on class participation, in the form of student-led presentations and in- depth discussion, homework assignments, in-class exams, and a semester project that encompasses an independent laboratory research project
1167 BIOL-399-01 Independent Study 0.50 - 1.00 IND TBA TBA TBA Y NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Independent research supervised by a faculty member in an area of the student’s special interests. Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar’s Office, and the approval of the instructor are required for enrollment.
1008 BIOL-404-01 Research Seminar 0.50 SEM Patel, Nikisha F: 1:30PM-3:30PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 19 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  This course is open only to senior Biology majors
  Students engaged in laboratory research, as well as honor candidates conducting library research, will meet with the biology faculty for oral presentations and critical discussions of journal papers, research plans, and research progress. Concurrent enrollment in either Biology 419 or 425 is required.
1316 BIOL-419-01 Research in Biology - Lib 0.50 IND TBA TBA TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Students will conduct library research projects under the direction of an individual faculty member. Students electing this type of independent study should plan on a full semester culminating with the completion of a final formal paper. Seniors and those using library research to satisfy the Group IV requirement must simultaneously enroll in the Research Seminar (Biology 403). Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar’s Office, and the approval of the instructor are required for enrollment.
1727 BIOL-425-01 Research Biology 0.50 - 1.00 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
1104 BIOL-466-01 Teaching Assistant 0.50 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Submission of the special registration form, available online, and the approval of the instructor are required for enrollment. Guidelines are available in the College Bulletin. See paragraph on teaching assistants in the description of the major. Not creditable to the major.
2495 BIOL-497-01 Honors Thesis 0.50 IND TBA TBA TBA Y WEB  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Biology 419 or Biology 425 and Biology 404.
  An extended paper on the subject of the student’s two-semester research project with a professor in biology, to be read by three or more members of the department. This course is open only to those biology majors who wish to qualify for honors (see paragraph on Honors in Biology in the description of the major). Simultaneous enrollment in Biology 419 or 425 and 404, submission of the special registration form available online, and approval of the instructor and chair are required for enrollment.