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Faculty-supervised experience in assisting with laboratory studies. May be repeated subject to availability of assignments. Prerequisite: Approval of department chairperson. Fall, Spring, Summer.

This is the laboratory component for BIOL 2340.

This is the laboratory component for BIOL 2341.

This is the laboratory component for BIOL 2360.

This course investigates biological experimentation. Topics include experimental design, the scientific process, scientific writing, the philosophy of science, bioethics, critical thinking, usage of common laboratory equipment, and laboratory team work. Prerequisite: BIOL 1360/1160; Laboratory fee. Fall Spring

This is the laboratory component for BIOL 2170.

This is the laboratory component for BIOL 2370.

This is the laboratory component for BIOL 2380.

Requirements include a literature search, oral presentation, and discussion on a relevant topic in Biology. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: 12 hours of Biology or permission of the instructor.

Students will conduct biological research under the supervision of a faculty member. Students will be expected to keep a research notebook according to standard laboratory practices and may be required to submit a research proposal at the discretion of the faculty member. A final written report of work accomplished will be required. A minimum of 3 clock hours of laboratory per week will be required for each semester hour of credit. Prerequisite: Approval of department chairperson. Fall, Spring, Summer.

Requirements may include classroom study, field work, or a weekend field trip. Expenses for field trips will be shared by the participants. Prerequisite: 8 hours of biology or permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit as topics vary.

Students will conduct biological research under the supervision of a faculty member. Students will be expected to keep a research notebook according to standard laboratory practices and may be required to submit a research proposal at the discretion of the faculty member. A final written report of work accomplished will be required. A minimum of 3 clock hours of laboratory per week will be required for each semester hour of credit. Prerequisite: Approval of department chairperson. Fall, Spring, Summer.

Endangered Species will use examples from the field of conservation biology to demonstrate the role of science and the limits of science in addressing the complex issues involved in the efforts to preserve threatened and endangered species. Because the practical application of this multidisciplinary field relies on both scientific evidence and social and political will, it is an excellent focal point to begin discussing the roles of science and scientific methods in public and private decision-making and the limits of science in understanding the world. This course will fulfill the Scientific Inquiry requirement of the core curriculum.

Students will explore, in plants and animals, relationship between environment, form and physiology. Prerequisite: BIOL 1360/1160. Spring only.

Study of the structure and function of cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems including the integumentary, skeletal and muscular. Students will be required to sign up for three additional lab practical times outside of the posted course times through the Biology department within two weeks after the term begins. Laboratory fee. Fall and Spring.

A continuation of BIOL 2340. Systems covered include the nervous, endocrine, reproductive, lymphatic, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive and excretory. Prerequisite: a grade of ‘C’ or higher in BIOL 2340 and BIOL 2140. Students will be required to sign up for three additional lab practical times outside of the posted course times through the Biology department within two weeks after the term begins. Laboratory fee. Fall and Spring.

A study of flowering plants of Central Texas, emphasizing techniques of identification and classification, with herbarium and field work. Weekend field trip may be required. Prerequisites: BIOL 1350/1150, and 1360/1160. Lab fee. Offered Spring.

Study of anatomical structure and function of human organ systems including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, lymphatic, respiratory, excretory, cardiovascular, digestive and reproductive systems. Prerequisite: BIOL 1360/1160. Laboratory fee. Fall. Spring.

An introduction to the morphology and physiology of micro-organisms with emphasis on bacteria, the principles of immunology, laboratory methods, and practical applications. Prerequisite: BIOL 1350/1150 or BIOL 2340/2140. Lab fee.

A study of special topics in Biology. Requirements may include classroom study, field work, or a weekend field trip. Expenses for field trips will be shared by the participants. Prerequisite: 8 hours of Biology or permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit as topics vary.

Students will conduct biological research under the supervision of a faculty member. Students will be expected to keep a research notebook according to standard laboratory practices and may be required to submit a research proposal at the discretion of the faculty member. A final written report of work accomplished will be required. A minimum of 3 clock hours of laboratory per week will be required for each semester hour of credit. Prerequisite: Approval of department chairperson. Fall, Spring, Summer.

Consists of an extended field trip to different ecological regions of the United States or Mexico with an emphasis on the geology, climate, flora, fauna, and culture of the area visited. Participants will be responsible for maintenance of expedition equipment and may collect and identify geological and biological specimens where appropriate. Course is intended for students requiring a lab science but cannot be used as credit towards a Biology major or minor. Enrollment will be limited and will require permission of the instructor. Expenses will be shared by participants. May be repeated for credit. Minimester and summer only.

Requirements may include classroom study, field work, or a weekend field trip.  Expenses for field trips will be shared by the participants.  Prerequisite: 8 hours of Biology or permission of the instructor.  May be repeated for credit as topics vary.

Students will conduct biological research under the supervision of a faculty member. Students will be expected to keep a research notebook according to standard laboratory practices and may be required to submit a research proposal at the discretion of the faculty member. A final written report of work accomplished will be required. A minimum of 3 clock hours of laboratory per week will be required for each semester hour of credit. Prerequisite: Approval of department chairperson. Fall, Spring, Summer.