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This course provides an overview of human pathology, i.e., the causes, mechanisms, effects and patterns of disease. It introduces the common basic concepts and terminology that are applied to a variety of different pathological diseases. These include, among others, injury to cells and tissues, developmental disorders, inflammation and repair mechanisms, exposure to environmental substances (toxins, drugs), and neoplasia. Prerequisite(s): LAN200 or equivalent, LAN205 or LAN304 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. 5 quarter hours

Epidemiology is the study of disease from a population perspective. This course will deal with both descriptive and analytical epidemiology. The course introduces historical and modern methods used to describe patterns of disease spread, morbidity, and mortality in human populations. It also covers analytical epidemiology, i.e., the design of epidemiologic studies and clinical trials, as well as methods for identifying associations between disease outcomes and hypothesized physiological, behavioral, genetic, and environmental risk factors. Application of epidemiological findings to public health policy, genetic screening, environmental policy, and some ethical issues will also be discussed. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 and LAN366 or LAM216. 5 quarter hours

Lecture topics in this course include: classification, major subdivisions of fungi, morphology, nutrition, reproduction, cultural characteristics, and epidemiology. In addition, superficial and systematic mycotic infections, their epidemiology and antifungal agents used to treat them will be covered. Laboratory (LAN407L). Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Life Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 5 quarter hours

In this course students will study the taxonomy, anatomy and physiology, life cycles, epidemiology or geographical distribution of protozoal, helminthic and arthropod parasites. In addition, the diseases caused by human parasites will be learned. Specimen collection and microscopic and macroscopic techniques of recognition and identification of each parasite will be discussed. Laboratory (LAN408L). Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Life Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 5 quarter hours

The basic principles of classical Mendelian genetics will be discussed. Topics such as sex linkage, multiple alleles, epistasis, quantitative inheritance, chromosome mapping, chi square analysis of data, and chromosomal aberrations will be investigated in detail. This course has a strong emphasis on problem solving. Laboratory LAN409L. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences area of General Education Requirements as a Life Science. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in LAN110; LAM100B or equivalent or higher math placement, or consent of the instructor. 5 quarter hours

A course on the mechanisms of the human immune response. Topics include cells and tissues of the immune system; antigens, antibodies and their interactions; structure and genetic basis of antibody variability; antibody-mediated and cell-mediated immune responses; histocompability; hypersensitivity and other immune disorders. Prerequisites: LAN110 and LAN412 or consent of instructor. 1, 4 or 5 quarter hours Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education as a Life Science.

This course provides an introduction to the biology of bacteria and viruses. Emphasis is placed on structure, physiology, genetics, growth, control and diversity of microorganisms. Standard laboratory procedures for microbiology are practiced. Laboratory (LAN411L). Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Life Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 5 quarter hours

This course serves as an introduction to the etiology, epidemiology, and immunology of microbes and their relationship to infectious diseases. Laboratory (LAN412L). Credit cannot be received for both LAN412 and LAN220. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Life Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN110, LAN411, or consent of instructor 3 or 5 quarter hours

This course is an in-depth exploration of molecular genetics. Participants gain hands-on laboratory experience with molecular techniques and related information technologies. Core content topics include DNA structure and replication, gene expression and its regulation, molecular evolution, and data mining. Additional topics will be chosen from current literature according to the interests of the participants. Applications of biotechnology will be considered, including ethical issues and societal implications. Laboratory LAN415L. Prerequisite(s): LAN250 or LAN251 or equivalent; LAN409 or LAN325 Co-requisite(s): LAN415L 5 quarter hours

This course begins on campus with an introduction to the ecological phenomena and organisms found in and around coral reefs. The course culminates in a one week stay at a tropical research center located near the barrier reef in Belize. Students snorkel at the reef and visit nearby ecosystems, including mangrove swamps, sea grass beds, and beaches. Students also travel inland to study Mayan ruins and tropical forest ecosystems. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences area of general education as a Life Science. For graduate credit, participants develop and share classroom activities that can be used to introduce marine biology to middle or high school students. Prerequisite(s): A course in general biology; graduate standing for graduate credit. 5 quarter hours or 3 semester hours

This is a field-oriented introduction to ecological processes unique to tall grass prairie ecosystems. Special attention is given to pre-historical development of prairie, plant ecology, animal-plant interactions, soils, and prairie restoration. Participants conduct field experiments in local prairies and become familiar with important prairie species. Includes laboratory (LAN421L). For graduate credit, participants develop and share plans for classroom and field activities that can be used to introduce prairie ecology to middle or high school students. Prerequisite(s): A course in general biology; graduate standing for graduate credit. 5 quarter hours OR 3 semester hours

This course covers the theory of biological evolution, the central paradigm of modern biology. Topics include the origin, history, and classification of living organisms, genetic variation, genetic drift, natural selection, speciation, and application of evolutionary principles to agriculture and human health. Modern methods for testing microevolutionary hypotheses will be examined. Prerequisite(s): A course in general biology and a course in genetics. 5 quarter hours Serves as a biology elective for undergraduate students majoring in Biology. For elementary education majors, it will count towards fulfillment of a concentration in Biology or Science. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Life Science.

This course introduces the main biological molecules. Chemical structure and biological function of amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids will be studied. Enzyme kinetics, mechanisms, and regulation will be explored. In addition biochemical pathways of fermentation and aerobic metabolism will be discussed. Model cell structures will include biological membranes. Laboratory (LAN425L). Prerequisite(s): LAN110 General Biology; LAN250 and LAN251 General Chemistry I and II; LAN 358 Survey of Organic Chemistry or LAN 362 Organic Chemistry I. 5 quarter hours

This course is a continuation of LAN425 Biochemistry I. Metabolism is the main focus of this course. Topics included are lipid metabolism, photosynthesis, gluconeogenesis, nitrogen metabolism (catabolic and anabolic pathways of amino acids and proteins), hormones, and the regulation and integration of metabolism. Laboratory (LAN426L). Prerequisite(s): LAN110 General Biology; LAN250 and LAN251 General Chemistry I and II; LAN358 Survey of Organic Chemistry or LAN362 Organic Chemistry I; LAN425/425L Biochemistry I 5 quarter hours

The course addresses the main topics in modern cell biology: membranes, the cytoskeleton, transport, organelle structure and function, cellular regulation, and topics of interest to participants. The experimental basis of knowledge in cell biology is emphasized. Special attention is given to areas that have advanced rapidly in recent years, e.g. molecular motors, apoptosis, and cell signaling. Connections to cancer biology are explored. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 General Biology and one chemistry course. 5 quarter hours

The study of animal viruses. The basic principles of virology are the core of this course. The course includes the basic biology of viruses, their mode of entry, replication, pathogenesis, and transmission. Viral diseases are discussed with emphasis on prevention and world-wide spread. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 or equivalent, LAN412 (Medical Microbiology) or equivalent, and LAN415 (Molecular Genetics) or equivalent. 5 quarter hours

This course is designed for a student, with the assistance of the instructor, to select an experimental in-depth problem for research and report. Students will work under the direction of a faculty member. Students must obtain permission from a department faculty member prior to registration. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Life Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 1-5 quarter hours

This course is designed for a student, with the assistance of the instructor, to select an experimental in-depth problem for research and report. Students will work under the direction of a faculty member. Students must obtain permission from a department faculty member prior to registration. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Physical Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN150 or other Earth Science course 1-5 quarter hours

The course is designed for a student, with the assistance of the instructor, to select an experimental in-depth problem for research and report. Students will work under the direction of a faculty member. Students must obtain permission from a department faculty member prior to registration. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Physical Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN150 or other Physical Science course. 1-5 quarter hours

Students use modern techniques in community ecology to compare the complexity, food web structure, biodiversity, species composition, nutrient cycling, energy flow and other variables among natural communities in northern Illinois. Possible communities include various types of prairies, marsh, swamp, bog, dune, forest, river, lake, canyon, and/or quarry. Laboratory LAN491L. Fulfills the requirement of Physical and Life Science area of General Education as a Life Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 5 quarter hours

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This course is a Biology topic of special interest that will be studied in depth. The course will cover any topic or topics in the fields of biological sciences which are not taught within the regular course offerings. The course may be registered for more than once, since topics vary each term. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Life Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 or as appropriate, or consent of instructor 2-5 quarter hours

This course is an Earth Science topic of special interest that will be studied in depth. The course will cover any topic or topics in the fields of earth sciences which are not taught within the regular course offerings. The course may be registered for more than once, since topics vary each term. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Physical Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN150 or as appropriate, or consent of instructor. 2-5 quarter hours

This course focuses on a topic in Environmental Science that will be studied in depth. The course will cover any topic or topics in the environmental sciences that is taught in less depth or not taught at all within the regular courses offered by the department. Because topics change from term to term, students may register for the course more than once. The course counts in the Physical and Life Sciences area of general education requirements as a Life Science, if the topic is broad enough. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 or as appropriate, or consent of instructor. 2-5 quarter hours

This course is a Physical Science topic of special interest that will be studied in depth. The course will cover any topic or topics in the fields of physical sciences which are not taught within the regular course offerings. The course may be registered for more than once, since topics vary each term. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Physical Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN150 or as appropriate, or consent of instructor. 2-5 quarter hours

This course is designed to give students the opportunity to apply scientific knowledge to a variety of topics that change from term to term. Students will be engaged in library research, discussions with peers and instructor, and fieldwork on current research. The activities utilize analytical and critical skills in scientific fields. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Life Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 and LAN250 or equivalent, or instructor's permission. 3-5 quarter hours

This course is designed to give students the opportunity to apply scientific knowledge to a variety of topics that change from term to term. Students will be engaged in library research, discussions with peers and instructor, and fieldwork on current research. The activities utilize analytical and critical skills in scientific fields. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Physical Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 and LAN150, or instructor's permission. 3-5 quarter hours

This course is designed to give students the opportunity to apply scientific knowledge to a variety of topics that change from term to term. Students will be engaged in library research, discussions with peers and instructor, and fieldwork on current research. These activities utilize analytical and critical skills in scientific fields. Counts in the Physical and Life Sciences Area of General Education Requirements as a Physical Science. Prerequisite(s): LAN110 and LAN150, or by instructor's permission 3-5 quarter hours