BIO - Biology
This workshop is based on the Peer-Led Team Learning model (PLTL) with students working individually and in small groups to learn and exercise problem-solving techniques. Students participate in learning activities led by peer facilitators to further explore topics presented in the lecture course. This workshop is offered each semester.
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Corequisites
BIO 205
An introduction to the structure and function of the major systems of the body with an emphasis on issues that impact the individual and society.
3
An introduction to the biological, chemical, and physical nature of food. Students will explore food chemistry, diet, human health, and societal issues through readings and lab activities.
3
Survey of the principles and methods of science as applied to the field of Genetics. Current topics pertaining to Biotechnology, the Human Genome Project, Gene Therapy and others will be discussed with an emphasis on their social, ethical, and legal implications. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
An introduction to the origin, history, biology, and utilization of plants important in human societies. Worldwide use of plants for food, medicine, spices, fibers, and many other purposes will be explored.
3
An exploration of how the human body's systems work in coordination with each other and in response to changes in the environment.
3
Introductory principles of biology, including the nature of scientific inquiry, biochemistry, cell structure and function, genetics, and reproductive physiology. Three hours of lecture per week. Credit for BIO 205 will not be granted to students who have completed BIO 207.
3
Introductory principles of biology including morphological and physiological analysis of plant and animal organisms, population biology, evolution, and ecology. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
Corequisites
BIO 276 may be taken concurrently.
Introductory principles of biology, including the nature of scientific inquiry, biochemistry and metabolism, protein structure and function, cell structure and function, and genetics and evolutionary mechanisms. Three hours of lecture per week. Credit for BIO 207 will not be granted to students who have completed BIO 205.
3
Corequisites
BIO 277 may be taken concurrently.
Laboratory investigation into the structure and function of living organisms. Three hours of laboratory per week. Fee: $60.
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Corequisites
BIO 206
Laboratory investigation into the biochemistry, cellular structure and function, and genetics of cells and living organisms. Three hours of laboratory per week. Fee: $60.
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Corequisites
BIO 207
Independent study in a specialized field under the direction of a staff member. Maximum of eight credits under the number. Permission of the staff member is required.
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Gross anatomy of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems will be covered. Emphasis is on associating function with structure, as well as integrating systems together and examining human anatomy in context. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 205 or
BIO 207
Corequisites
BIO 377 may be taken concurrently.
This course emphasizes understanding the function of the human body as an integrated set of systems using homeostatic control mechanisms. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 205 or
BIO 207
Corequisites
BIO 378 may be taken concurrently.
This course examines the mechanisms that underlie physiological changes following acute and chronic exercise and other forms of stress. Emphasis is placed on the interrelationships of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory, circulatory, endocrine, and digestive systems.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207,
BIO 276,
BIO 277
This course examines genetic information storage, transmission and utilization, and the human impact resulting from technological advances in the field. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207 and
CHM 207,
CHM 208 or equivalent.
Corequisites
BIO 333
Overview of laboratory methodology in genetics and its practical application. Three hours of laboratory per week. Fee: $60.
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Corequisites
BIO 330 or
BIO 445
An exploration of the fundamental cell biology and genetics that dictate embryonic development of all multicellular animals. Major developmental model systems examined include the fruit fly, frog, chicken, and mouse. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207,
CHM 207.
Corequisites
BIO 376 may be taken concurrently.
Taxonomy, morphology, physiology, and ecology of Northwest marine fauna.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207
Corequisites
BIO 368 may be taken concurrently.
An exploration of the major groups of land plants, their diversity, life cycles, morphology, and ecological interactions. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207.
Corequisites
BIO 371 may be taken concurrently.
Course will examine anatomy and physiology of the nervous system with a particular focus on neurons as well as the electrical and chemical signaling used in neural communication. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 205 or
BIO 207
Natural history of vertebrates including morphology, physiology, evolution, and taxonomy of the vertebrate classes. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206
Corequisites
BIO 375 may be taken concurrently.
Course will review the history of ethology and behavioral ecology, and examine the behavior of both invertebrate and vertebrate organisms in physiological, ecological, adaptive, and phylogenic contexts. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207
The structure and function of cells and their components, including biochemistry and bioenergetics, cell communication, transport, motility, maintenance of the genetic material, and regulation of gene expression with a particular focus on animal cell biology.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207,
CHM 207,
CHM 208 or equivalent.
Corequisites
BIO 372 may be taken concurrently.
Structure, physiology, and genetics of cellular microorganisms and viruses, discussed in relation to the pathogenesis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 205 or
BIO 207
Corequisites
BIO 379 may be taken concurrently.
The physical, chemical, and biological components of freshwater ecosystems.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206
Corequisites
BIO 373
Laboratory and field experience in the taxonomy, morphology, physiology, and ecology of Northwest marine fauna. Fee: $60.
1
Prerequisites
BIO 206
Corequisites
BIO 338
A field and laboratory-based exploration of the vegetative and reproductive structures of plants, with an emphasis on the identification and ecology of plants native to the Pacific Northwest. Three hours of laboratory per week. Fee: $60.
1
Corequisites
BIO 341
An overview of current methodology in cell biology, including microscopy, cell culture, and macromolecular isolation/analysis techniques. Three hours of laboratory per week. Fee: $60.
1
Corequisites
BIO 354
Field and laboratory investigation of freshwater ecosystems. Fee: $60.
1
Corequisites
BIO 363
Field and laboratory experience in the natural history and taxonomy of vertebrate organisms. Three hours of laboratory per week. Fee: $60.
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Corequisites
BIO 345
Experimental and microscopic examination of major developmental model systems including chick and fruit fly. May include zebrafish and/or amphibians and invertebrates including sea urchins, flatworms and/or hydra. Three hours of laboratory per week. Fee: $60.
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Corequisites
BIO 336
Gross anatomy of the human body will be studied using human bones and cadavers. Three hours of laboratory per week. Fee: $60.
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Corequisites
BIO 307
Homeostatic control of body systems will be explored using the students' bodies and computer-interfaced physiological recording equipment. Three hours of laboratory per week. Fee: $60.
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Corequisites
BIO 308
Laboratory investigation of microorganisms that affect human health, with an emphasis on proper handling of specimens, selective and differential cultivation, laboratory diagnosis, and evaluation of antimicrobial agents. Three hours of laboratory per week, and follow-up at times other than the scheduled lab period. Fee: $60.
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Corequisites
BIO 359
This course investigates environmental applications of multispectral remote sensing (RS) and geographic information systems (GIS). RS topics include sensor systems, digital image processing, and automated information extraction. GIS topics include spatial database management systems, data analysis, and environmental modeling. Emphasis is placed on biological applications including vegetation mapping, habitat identification and field data mapping.
3
Cross Listed Courses
ENV 384
Morphology, physiology, and ecology of microorganisms, emphasizing their role in environmental processes such as nutrient cycling, bioremediation, waste treatment, and food production. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
Prerequisites
CHM 207,
CHM 208
Cross Listed Courses
ENV 385
Faculty-directed student outreach experience in community educational institutions. Before enrolling, a student must consult with a faculty member to define the project. May be repeated for credit.
1
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207 or permission of instructor.
Credit arranged.
Variable
Credit arranged.
Variable
Field experience in selected industries or agencies. Department permission and supervision is required. P/NP.
Credit arranged.
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207,
BIO 276,
BIO 277
Seminar on topics in biology, including medicine, ecology, animal behavior, biochemistry, genetics and evolution. One hour of discussion per week.
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Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207,
BIO 276,
BIO 277 and permission of instructor.
Algorithmic and analysis techniques for biological data such as DNA, RNA, proteins, and gene expression. Topics include molecular biology, alignment and searching algorithms, sequence evolution algorithms, genetic trees, and analysis of microarray data. This course is interdisciplinary and assumes programming skills. Course is taught in Fall of odd-numbered years.
3
Prerequisites
MTH 201 and
CS 203,
BIO 205 or
BIO 207 or
CS 303
Cross Listed Courses
CS 423
Principles of ecology including structure and function of ecosystems, ecosystem development, behavioral ecology, and population biology. Three hours of lecture per week.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206
Corequisites
BIO 472 may be taken concurrently.
Principles of eukaryotic and prokaryotic genetics, including the nature of the genetic material, gene expression and regulation, mutation and repair, and molecular genetics techniques.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207,
BIO 276,
BIO 277,
CHM 325
Corequisites
BIO 333 may be taken concurrently.
Exploration of the molecular and genetic changes that endow cancer cells with an enhanced ability to proliferate and migrate yields a deeper understanding of the biology of healthy cells and provides a basis for understanding rational approaches to cancer therapy.
3
Prerequisites
May include any of the following courses:
BIO 330,
BIO 336,
BIO 354 (preferred),
BIO 445, or permission of instructor.
Principles of evolutionary theory are examined in the context of biological systems at all levels. Required capstone course for Biology majors. Three hours of lecture per week. Students are required to take the course during the senior year.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207,
BIO 276,
BIO 277
Principles of immunology including structure and function of antibody molecules; the nature of antigens; development and function of B and T lymphocytes; humoral and cell mediated reactions with antigen in vivo and in vitro and immunological disorders.
3
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207,
BIO 276,
BIO 277, and
BIO 359.
Corequisites
BIO 470 may be taken concurrently.
Laboratory exercises on immunological techniques including cell tissue culture, ELISA immunoassay, agglutination, immunization, and antibody measurement. Three hours of laboratory per week. Fee: $60.
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Corequisites
BIO 460
Laboratory and field investigation of community structure, productivity, and population dynamics. Three hours of laboratory per week. Fee: $60.
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Corequisites
BIO 442
Completion of BIO 377 (Human Anatomy Lab) and permission of instructor required. Students engage in independent dissection of human cadavers to gain a more in-depth and comprehensive understanding of the human body. Appropriate techniques are taught to dissect and prepare cadavers as prosections for use in BIO 377. A minimum of 3 hours/week is required. Fee: $60.
1
Prerequisites
BIO 377 and permission of instructor.
Faculty-directed student research. Before enrolling, a student must consult with a faculty member to define the project. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $60.
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Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207,
BIO 276,
BIO 277
Intensive field experience in selected industries or agencies. Department permission and supervision is required.
Credit arranged.
Prerequisites
BIO 206,
BIO 207,
BIO 276,
BIO 277
Research, study, or original work under the direction of a faculty mentor, leading to a scholarly thesis document with a public presentation of results. Requires approval of thesis director, department chair, and the director of the honors program, when appropriate.
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Prerequisites
Senior standing; 3.0 G.P.A. in the thesis area or good standing in the honors program.