300

This course examines the cell biology, physiology, and genetics of microorganisms, focusing primarily on microbes that affect human health. Specific organisms covered include the beneficial organisms that aid in the digestion of food, synthesize vitamins, and protect the body against invasion by harmful microbes. In addition, the course also covers pathogens that cause disease. Three hours of lecture per week.

This course investigates the behavior, physiology, evolution, taxonomy, and natural history of birds with an emphasis on species found in the Pacific Northwest. This course is usually offered in the summer.

Entomology is the study of insects. Topics include evolution, ecology, ethology, conservation, classification, identification, agriculture, and social and medical applications. The focus will be developing skills necessary to delve deep into areas of current research by synthesizing concepts, formulating and communicating hypotheses and data, and critically evaluating experiments and conclusions from research in entomology.

Explores the biological, chemical, and physical structure of Pacific Northwest wetlands. Species interactions, human impacts to wetlands, wetland disease agents, and the role wetlands play in human health will be considered. Three hours of lecture per week.

Anatomy and Physiology 1 is the first of a two-course sequence. The course focuses on the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. Three hours of lecture per week.

Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 is the second of a two-course sequence. The course focuses on the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and urinary systems. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.

This course focuses on eukaryotic parasites (Protozoa, Helminthes, Fungi, and Arthropods) that not only infect humans but many other animals as well. The biology, systematics, ecology, physiology, life cycles, genetics, and host response will be analyzed for a wide range of parasites. In addition, we will look at how changes to environmental landscapes can have drastic effects on populations of parasites in animals and on global health.  

To survive, multicellular animals must transport oxygen to their cells, obtain energy from food, regulate internal conditions, and remove waste products from the body. Yet, natural selection has acted over millions of years to produce diverse solutions to these challenges. In this class, we'll use a comparative lens to understand the physiology of how the body functions.

Ever wonder why our limb bones are hollow? Why bacteria don't swim with fins? Or how birds fly? Comparative Biomechanics explores how the physical properties of solids and fluids influence organism shape and movement. In class, students will get their hands wet by collecting and analyzing data from live animals. Majors in BIO, ENV, PHY, ENG, MTH, and more are encouraged to join. Fee: $70

This course explores the biological, chemical, and physical structure of freshwater ecosystems. Species interactions, human impacts, climate change, & the value of freshwater ecosystems will be examined through a project-based approach.

In this competency-based lab course in freshwater ecology students will demonstrate proficiency in a variety of fieldwork and laboratory skills that are essential to freshwater ecologists. Fee: $70

An exploration of mammal ecology and behavior, integrated with issues related to mammal conservation. Topics include factors contributing to their endangerment, the role of humans in both their demise and conservation, and strategies currently being used to try to save mammal species from extinction. Three hours of lecture per week.

This course is comprehensive in that it will span morphology, ecology, behavior, evolution, and conservation of the Order Primates. This course will introduce students to the diversity, distribution, and abundance of nonhuman primates. We will explore the significance of primates in a broad scholarly context, as sources of insight into human evolution, and as intensive recipients of conservation efforts. 

In entomology lab students will learn how to sample, collect, prepare, and identify insects. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $70

This course is an introduction to the origin, history, biology, and utilization of plants important in human societies.  Worldwide use of plants for food, medicine, spices and other purposes will be explored.

This course examines genetic information storage, transmission and utilization, and technological advances in the field. Three hours of lecture per week.

Overview of lab methodology in genetics and its practical application in authentic research projects that are inquiry driven and problem based. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $130

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.

Evolution, ecology, taxonomy, morphology, and physiology of marine flora and fauna. Three hours of lecture per week. Fee: $70

Principles of ecology including structure and function of ecosystems, ecosystem development, behavioral ecology, and population biology. Three hours of lecture per week.

An exploration of the major groups of land plants, their diversity, life cycles, morphology, and ecological interactions. Three hours of lecture per week.

Exploration of local habitats to learn about distribution and interactions of plant and animal species using ecological data collection techniques and statistical analysis. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $70

Natural history of vertebrates including morphology, physiology, evolution, and taxonomy of the vertebrate classes. Three hours of lecture per week.

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 phylogenetic contexts. Three hours of lecture per week.

An examination of the principles underlying ecological diversity and ecosystem services, the factors contributing to their endangerment and loss, and the role and stake humans have in their conservation. Topics include local and global issues discussed from a variety of perspectives including ecological, economical, political, and ethical. Three hours of lecture per week.

This is the associated laboratory course for Plants and Civilization lecture (BIO325) and can only be taken by students enrolled in Plants and Civilization lecture.  These courses together are an introduction to the origin, history, biology, and utilization of plants important in human societies.  Worldwide use of plants for food, medicine, spices and other purposes will be explored.

This course applies and expands upon the foundational knowledge built in BIO207. Students develop skills necessary to delve deeply into areas of current research in molecular and cell biology by synthesizing concepts, formulating and communicating models and hypotheses, and evaluating data. Three hours of lecture per week.

This course explores how organisms and ecosystems respond to the changing environment. Includes discussion of different lines of evidence for understanding biological responses to global change, including observations, paleoecology, experiments, and modeling. Three hours of lecture per week.

Field and laboratory investigation of how organisms and ecosystems respond to the changing environment. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $70

Field and laboratory investigation of mammalian identification, ecology, behavior, and conservation. To be taken concurrently with BIO 318. One three-hour lab per week. Fee: $70

Structure, physiology, and genetics of cellular microorganisms and viruses, discussed in relation to the pathogenesis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases including study of the immune system. Three hours of lecture per week.

How do gills differ from lungs? Why do cows have four stomachs? Do fish have a femur? This lab class will compare body structures across vertebrates while focusing on how form relates to function. Lab activities will involve dissection.

Overview of microbiology laboratory methodology and its application in authentic research projects. Three hours of laboratory per week, and follow-up at times other than the scheduled lab period. Fee: $130

Field trips and labs to learn about birds of the Pacific Northwest. This course is usually offered in the summer. Fee: $90

Anatomy and Physiology 1 lab is the first of a two-course lab sequence. The course focuses on the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $70

Anatomy and Physiology 2 lab is the second of a two-course sequence. The course focuses on the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary systems. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $70

Laboratory and field experience in the taxonomy, morphology, physiology, and ecology of Northwest marine fauna. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $70

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 lab per week. Fee: $70

Students perform cell and molecular biology experiments utilizing techniques such as PCR, in vitro transcription, recombinant protein purification, CRISPR gene editing, and fluorescence microscopy, and gain authentic research experiences by guiding their own research progress and synthesizing their data with published data in the field. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $130

Field and laboratory investigation of wetland ecosystems. Students will explore problems facing wetlands, methods for assessing wetland health, and how to apply ecological principles to solve wetland related issues. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $70

Field and laboratory experience in the natural history and taxonomy of vertebrate organisms. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $70

Experimental and microscopic examination of major developmental model systems including chick. May include fruit fly, zebrafish and/or amphibians, and invertebrates including sea urchins, flatworms and/or hydra. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $130

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 lab per week. Fee: $130

This course investigates environmental applications of multispectral remote sensing and geographic information systems. 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.

Computer coding is a crucial skill for biologists and in-demand by hiring managers. This 2-credit class will introduce students to the coding language, python, including common packages for data analysis, graphing, and statistical testing. Students will complete a course in Codecademy while applying their new skills to real-world biology data during class. Students will need to purchase a Codecademy subscription for $150 (no textbooks required).

Faculty-directed student teaching or outreach. Requires permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit.

Credit arranged.

Credit arranged.

Credit arranged. Course is graded A-F.

Credit arranged. Course is graded A-F.

Field experience in academia, selected industries, or agencies. Department permission and supervision is required. Students may receive a grade of IP (In-Progress) until the completion of their internship. Course is graded P/NP.