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BIOLOGY (BIOL)
Swenson College of Science and Engineering
Biology
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BIOL 1001
- Biology and Society (LE CAT4)
(4.0 cr; Prereq-For nonmajors; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, every year)
Contemporary issues in biology. (3 hrs lect, 2 hrs lab)
BIOL 1010
- Home Horticulture (LE CAT5)
(3.0 cr; A-F or Aud, spring, odd years)
Concepts of plant identification, growth and culture with practical application to home landscape, house plants and fruit, flower and vegetable gardening. Labs include plant propagation, grafting, computer landscape design and one field trip.
BIOL 1011
- General Biology I (LE CAT4)
(5.0 cr; Prereq-1 yr high school Chem or 1 sem college Chem, SCSE student, or student in exercise science or athletic training or teaching life science or teaching earth and space science or teaching physical science or environmental studies or recreation-outdoor education or B.A. majors in biology or chemistry or geology; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, every year)
Fundamental concepts of biology, including chemical basis of life, cell structure and function, energy transformations, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, genetics, molecular biology, DNA technology, development, origin of life, and evolution. (4 hrs lect, 2.5 hrs lab)
BIOL 1012
- General Biology II
(5.0 cr; Prereq-1011; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, every year)
Fundamental concepts of biology, including classification and diversity of life, anatomy, physiology, and development of prokaryotes, protistans, fungi, animals, and plants; behavior; population, community, and ecosystem ecology. (4 hrs lect, 2.5 hrs lab)
BIOL 1087
- Freshman Seminar: Darwinian Medicine (LE CAT5)
(3.0 cr; Prereq-Freshman, fewer than 30 credits; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, offered periodically)
Darwinian medicine integrates evolutionary explanations into understanding human vulnerabilities to disease. This course introduces principles of evolution including natural selection, adaptation and phylogeny within Darwinian medicine's major subject categories: defenses, infection, novel environments, genes, design compromises, and evolutionary legacies.
BIOL 1094
- Freshman Seminar: Northern Stream Ecosystems and the Angler (LE CAT5)
(3.0 cr; Prereq-Freshman, fewer than 30 credits; A-F or Aud, fall, offered periodically)
Fundamental concepts of nature and history of stream ecosystems, their inhabitants, and ecological concepts of stream organization in addition to appreciation of stream conservation and angling. Acquisition of skills and techniques for participation in the sport of flyfishing.
BIOL 2101
- Cell Biology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-1011, 1012, (Chem 1152 or Chem 1162), (Chem 2521 or Chem 2541), (2102 can be taken concurrently or in a later semester); A-F or Aud, fall, spring, every year)
Structure and function of procaryotic and eucaryotic cells, including cell surface, membranes, organelles, cytoskeleton, cell growth, cell physiology, and experimental methods used in cell studies. (3 hrs lect)
BIOL 2102
- Cell Biology Laboratory
(2.0 cr; Prereq-1011, 1012, (2101 or & 2101), (Chem 2521 or Chem 2541) or #; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, every year)
Contemporary cell biology research techniques, hypothesis testing and communication of results.
BIOL 2201
- Genetics
(3.0 cr; Prereq-1012; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, every year)
Basic principles of Mendelian inheritance, molecular genetics, chromosomal aberrations, and population genetics. (3 hrs lect)
BIOL 2202
- Genetics Laboratory
(2.0 cr; Prereq-1011, 2201 (concurrent registration is allowed for 2201); A-F only, fall, spring, every year)
Mendelian and molecular research techniques used to illustrate fundamental principles of genetics.
BIOL 2763
- Biology of Women (LECD CAT05)
(2.0 cr; Prereq-1012; A-F or Aud, spring, summer, every year)
Fundamental principles of biology unique to women. Evolution of sex and gender; sex determination, differentiation, and development; sexual brain differences; anatomy and physiology; menstruation; oogenesis; ovulation; fertilization; pregnancy and birthing; birth control; menopause; aging; cancer; and nutrition. (2 hrs lect)
BIOL 2769
- Human Anatomy
(4.0 cr; Prereq-1011, 1012; credit will not be granted if already received for 1761; A-F or Aud, fall, every year)
Lectures in the structure of organs and tissues of the major body systems including skeletal, articular, muscular, nervous, respiratory, digestive, cardiovascular, urinary and reproductive in the context of the science of biology. The lecture material will be reinforced through observations of microscope slides and models, plus dissections of a cat and a number of sheep organs. Suitable for biology majors/minors and pre-professional students interested in entering health related professions. Provides (2hrs lect, 4hrs lab).
BIOL 2801
- General Ecology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-1012 or #; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, every year)
Relationships between life and environment for individuals, populations, communities, and ecosystems; surveys of environmental factors and biomes.
May be taken without lab 2802. (3 hrs lect)
BIOL 2802
- Ecology Laboratory
(2.0 cr; Prereq-& 2801; A-F or Aud, fall, every year)
Experience in methods of measuring environmental factors, interpreting data. (4 hrs lab)
BIOL 3101
- Molecular Biology of Cancer
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2101; A-F or Aud, summer, every year)
Overview of mechanisms underlying the development of human cancer. Topics include intracellular signaling systems including oncogenes and tumor suppressors, cell cycle, tumorigenesis, multi-step carcinogenesis, invasion and metastasis and genetic instability in cancer. The detection and modern treatment of cancer will also be discussed.
BIOL 3601
- Plant Diversity
(3.0 cr; Prereq-1012; A-F or Aud, fall, offered periodically)
Evolutionary survey of plants, focusing on diversity of life histories and patterns of organization. Fossil and extant groups, including algae and nonvascular and vascular land plants. (2 hrs lect, 2 hrs lab, field trip)
BIOL 3603
- Plant Taxonomy
(3.0 cr; Prereq-1012; A-F or Aud, spring, every year)
Introduction to taxonomy of vascular plants, emphasizing seed plants; representative families; terminology; literature; use of keys. (2 hrs lect, 2 hrs lab)
BIOL 3701
- Animal Diversity
(4.0 cr; Prereq-1012; A-F or Aud, spring, every year)
Survey of major animal phyla, focusing on phylogeny, anatomy, physiology, and ontogeny. (2 hrs lect, 4 hrs lab)
BIOL 3703
- Animal Physiology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-1011, 1012, one semester college chemistry; A-F or Aud, fall, every year)
Examination of principles, patterns, and mechanisms of biological function from the level of cells and tissues to the whole animal. Primary focus on comparative vertebrate physiology.
BIOL 3760
- Marine Biology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-1011, 1012; A-F only, spring, odd years)
A multidisciplinary approach will be used to explore the diverse ecosystems of the marine realm. Emphasis will be on the ecological and physiological adaptations that have allowed animals to colonize habitats ranging from the intertidal zone to the abyss. A field trip to the Shedd Aquarium will serve as a capstone to the course.
BIOL 3987
- Biology Seminar
(1.0 cr; Prereq-Min 90 cr, Biol or Cell & Molecular Biol major; credit will not be granted if already received for 3997 AND 3998; A-F only, fall, spring, every year)
Prepare, attend, evaluate, and discuss the content and mechanics of department seminars. Students also prepare an oral presentation of their field, lab, or library research findings.
BIOL 3990
- Special Topics: (Various Titles to be Assigned)
(1.0 - 5.0 cr [max 5.0 cr]; Prereq-1012 or #; fall, spring, summer, offered periodically)
Specific topics submitted for biology department review. Topic announced before course offered.
BIOL 3993
- Laboratory Teaching Experience
(1.0 - 2.0 cr [max 2.0 cr]; Prereq-#, biol or cell biol major, 90 cr incl 25 cr Biol; max 2 cr may be applied toward Biol major; S-N or Aud, fall, spring, summer, every year)
Participation in teaching biology lab courses: help set up labs, participate in teaching of labs, and share in instruction of review labs.
BIOL 3994
- Undergraduate Research
(1.0 - 3.0 cr [max 6.0 cr]; Prereq-1012, 60 cr, #; max 4 cr may be applied to biol or cell biol major or biol minor as upper div elective; S-N or Aud, fall, spring, summer, every year)
Advanced independent work in special fields.
BIOL 3996
- Internship in Biology
(1.0 - 2.0 cr [max 2.0 cr]; Prereq-1012, #; max 1 cr may be applied to biol or cell biol major; S-N or Aud, fall, spring, summer, every year)
Credit given for professional work experience outside an academic department. Requires prior department approval and coordination with faculty sponsor.
BIOL 4199
- Frontiers in Cell Biology
(2.0 cr; Prereq-2101, 2201, 90 cr, or Biol or IBS Grad Student; credit will not be granted if already received for 5199; A-F or Aud, fall, offered periodically)
Analysis and discussion of current literature and topics.
BIOL 4231
- Molecular Biology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2101, 2201 or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; credit will not be granted if already received for 5231; A-F only, spring, every year)
Contemporary molecular biology techniques, linkage analysis, mutation, DNA repair and recombination, genetics of viruses and bacteria, transposable genetic elements, genetics of mitochondria and chloroplasts, genomics, genetic control of animal development and the vertebrate immune system.
BIOL 4361
- Developmental Biology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2101, 2201 or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; credit will not be granted if already received for 5361; A-F or Aud, spring, every year)
Molecular and cellular mechanisms of development, emphasizing animal systems and including cell cycle, gametogenesis, fertilization, morphogenetic movements, cytodifferentiation, cell interactions, pattern formation, gene expression, organogenesis, metamorphosis, regeneration, and aging. (2 hrs lect, 3 hrs lab)
BIOL 4501
- General Microbiology
(4.0 cr; Prereq-2101 or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, spring, every year)
Morphology of microorganisms; growth; environmental and physiological types; physical and chemical control; taxonomy; viruses; genetics of bacteria; practical applications, including medical, water, soil, and food microbiology. (2 hrs lect, 4 hrs lab)
BIOL 4503
- General Microbiology offered in Wroclaw, Poland
(4.0 cr; Prereq-2101, @; no Grad School cr; A-F or Aud, summer, every year)
Microbial cell structure, metabolism, nutrition, growth, and genetics. Structure and pathogenicity of viruses. Microbial taxonomy and diversity. Microbial diseases, immunity, serology, and control. Applied and environmental microbiology including medical, food, aquatic, and soil microbiology. Offered at Wroclaw University, Poland.
BIOL 4511
- Medical Microbiology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-4501, no Grad School cr; A-F or Aud, fall, every year)
Overview of the dynamic relationships between human hosts and pathogenic microbes. Topics include the human immune system, antimicrobial therapy, pathogenic bacteria, viruses, and pathogenic eukaryotic species.
BIOL 4603
- Plant Physiology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2101, one year of college chem, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, every year)
Overview of the mechanisms underlying plant function, growth and development. Topics include plant metabolism, plant water relations, mineral nutrition, transport, internal and external regulators of plant growth and development, plant stress physiology and plant biotechnology.
BIOL 4731
- Entomology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-1012 or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, every year)
Structure, life history, ecology, classification, evolution, principles of control, and significance of insects in our society. Field collections.
(2 hrs lect, 3 hrs lab and field)
BIOL 4761
- Ichthyology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2801 or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, spring, every year)
Physiologic, taxonomic, ecologic, economic, and behavioral aspects of fishes. Lab emphasis on fishes of Great Lakes region, including field conducted independent study. (2 hrs lect, 3 hrs lab, field)
BIOL 4763
- Ornithology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2801 or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, spring, offered periodically)
Lab and field identification of birds, their migration and habitats; biological, taxonomic, and economic considerations.
BIOL 4764
- Mammalogy
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2801 or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, offered periodically)
Origin, taxonomy, distribution, physiology, ecology and behavior of mammals. Laboratory and fieldwork includes collection, preparation and identification of Minnesota species. (2 hrs lecture, 3 hours lab, field)
BIOL 4802
- Evolution
(3.0 cr; Prereq-1012, 2201 or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; credit will not be granted if already received for 4801; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, every year)
Origin, history, opposition, and evidence supporting evolutionary ideas. Basic concepts: origin of life, phylogeny, biological history, mechanisms of evolutionary change, population genetics, speciation, tempo of evolution, macroevolution, extinction, biogeography, evolution of social systems, altruism. (2 hrs lect)
BIOL 4803
- Ecology Field Methods: Identification and Natural History of Terrestrial and Aquatic Organisms
(4.0 cr; Prereq-1011, 1012, if you have taken Biol 3990 T:ID and Field Methods for ecological study of terrestrial and aquatic animals and plants, credit will not be granted for Biol 4803, no Grad School cr; A-F or Aud, summer, offered periodically)
Provides undergraduates with an introduction to field ecology, including field identification of northern Minnesota terrestrial and aquatic flora and fauna and basic field methods to quantify distribution and abundance of plants and animals. Sampling methods taught include releves, variable radius plots, point-counts, random plots, line transects, calling surveys, dip nets and tow nets. Fieldwork will include exploration of issues related to project design and data collection, summarization and evaluation. Additional hours in the field may be required beyond regular course hours.
BIOL 4805
- Ecological Invasions
(2.0 cr; Prereq-2801 or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, spring, offered periodically)
Characteristics of successful invaders, ecological effects of invasive species, genetic effects on native populations, impacts on human societies, options for control, relationships to other global changes. Case studies
BIOL 4807
- Plant Physiological Ecology offered in Poland
(4.0 cr; Prereq-2101 or 2801, #, no Grad School cr; A-F or Aud, summer, offered periodically)
Physiological mechanisms which individual plants, plant populations, and pland communities have evolved in response to their abiotic and biotic environment. Integrated lecture/laboratory/field study course offered at Wroclaw and Karpacz Ecological Field Station in the Karkonosz Mountains, Poland.
BIOL 4891
- Animal Behavior
(2.0 cr; Prereq-1012, 2801 or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, offered periodically)
Known behavior of various vertebrate and invertebrate phyla, emphasizing adaptive significance and the genetics and ontogeny of behavioral patterns. Mating, aggressive, nutritive, and nurturing behavior and relation to ecology of animal populations. (2 hrs lect)
BIOL 4992
- Senior Seminar: Classic Readings in Natural History
(1.0 cr; Prereq-Seniors who have declared a natural history minor, no Grad School cr; S-N or Aud, spring, every year)
Readings and discussion of the classics of natural history writing from authors such as Charles Darwin, Charles Lyell, John Wesley Powell, Peter Freuchen, Rachel Carson, Paul Errington, and E.O. Wilson, among others.
BIOL 5232
- Molecular Biology Laboratory
(2.0 cr; Prereq-4231 or &4231 or #, or Biol or Biochemistry and Molecular Biology or IBS Grad School student; credit will not be granted if already received for 4232; A-F only, spring, every year)
Regulation of gene expression in prokaryote and eukaryotes explored through use of recombinant DNA technologies.
BIOL 5235
- Biotechnology
(4.0 cr; Prereq-(2101, 2102, 2201, Chem 3322 or Chem 4341) or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, offered periodically)
Genetic engineering with emphasis on large-scale production and isolation of recombinant proteins and metabolites. Microbial, plant and animal cell culture. Comparison of recombinant DNA technology to selective breeding and natural isolate use. Practical, legal and ethical considerations of genetic engineering.
BIOL 5240
- Ecological Genetics
(3.0 cr; Prereq-1012, 2201, Stat 1411 or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, offered periodically)
Examines basic concepts in population and quantitative genetics. Focus is on techniques that reveal the genetic structure and adaptive value of ecologically important traits.
BIOL 5401
- Coevolution of Plants, Animals and Microbes
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2801, 2802, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, every year)
Explores the evolution of interactions between species ranging from strongly antagonistic such as predator-prey interactions to strongly cooperative such as obligate mutualisms. The behavior, ecology and genetics of interacting organisms will be studied to understand their evolution. Includes two hours lecture and one three-hour lab per week.
BIOL 5511
- Virology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-4501, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, offered periodically)
Viruses and hosts; effects of viral infections on cells; expression of viral genome in procaryotic and eucaryotic cells; epidemiology and pathogenesis of viruses, including emerging ones; viral evolution. (2 hrs lect, 2 hrs lab)
BIOL 5515
- Microbial Diversity and Phylogeny
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2101 or 4501 or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F only, fall, offered periodically)
Evolutionary survey and characteristics of microorganisms focusing on autotrophic and heterotrophic prokaryotes from various habitats. Isolation, examination, and identification of bacteria from field collections using microscopic, physiological, biochemical, molecular, phylogenetic, and computer database techniques.
BIOL 5603
- Plant Physiology Laboratory
(2.0 cr; Prereq-2101, one year of college chemistry, prior or concurrent enrollment in 4603 or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, every year)
Lab exercises that evaluate the physiological processes that enable plants to grow under the varied conditions found in nature such plant water relations, mineral nutrition, metabolism, and plant growth and development. Exposure to modern plant physiology techniques includes gas exchange, chlorophyll fluorescence, spectrophotometry, and pressure chamber methods to assess plant function. Independent projects include hypothesis testing data analysis and communication of results.
BIOL 5772
- Mechanisms of Neural Behavior
(3.0 cr; Prereq-1012, 3703 or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, spring, offered periodically)
Review of the basic neurophysiological components of animal behavior. Emphasis will be on well studied neuroethological models such as weakly electric fish, bats, owls and crayfish.
BIOL 5777
- Plankton Biology
(2.0 cr; Prereq-2801, 2802 or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, spring, every year)
Explores topics in the biology of plant and animal plankton with emphasis on lake communities. Topics include biogeography, life-history, anatomy, physiology, and ecology of plankton. Basic limnology covered as relevant. Meets twice weekly for lecture and literature discussion.
BIOL 5801
- Microbial Ecology
(2.0 cr; Prereq-(2101, (2801 or 4501) or #), or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, spring, offered periodically)
Microorganisms in natural environments: diversity, distribution, energetics, and growth of heterotrophic and autotrophic microbes in oxic and anoxic habitats. Roles of microbial populations and communities in biogeochemical cycling, ecosystem functioning, landscapes, and industrial, agricultural, and environmental applications.
BIOL 5802
- Microbial Ecology Laboratory
(2.0 cr; Prereq-& 5801 or # or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, spring, offered periodically)
Lab and field-oriented exercises that teach concepts about microbial populations and their communities, energetics, food webs, biogeochemistry, and biodiversity while providing an introduction to research methods. Students master advanced microscopic, culturing, spectroscopic, molecular, radioisotopic, and computational techniques.
BIOL 5805
- Fisheries Ecology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2801, 2802, college-level course in statistics or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, offered periodically)
Lectures, readings and computer exercises relating to current issues in fisheries ecology. Computer exercises will emphasize techniques used by scientists working in the field and prepare the student for the use of quantitative research tools for independent research. Includes 2 one-hour lectures and 1 three-hour lab weekly.
BIOL 5807
- Mathematical Ecology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-(2801, (Math 1290 or Math 1297)) or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, odd years)
Development and use of mathematical models to describe ecological patterns and processes.
BIOL 5808
- Landscape Ecology: Theory and Application
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2801, 2802 or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, offered periodically)
Key issues in landscape ecology including scale, measuring landscape patterns, mechanisms shaping landscapes, implications of landscape patterns on plant and animal populations, communities, and ecosystems, and implementing landscape principles for natural resource management.
BIOL 5811
- Plant Autecology
(2.0 cr; Prereq-2801 or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, offered periodically)
Survey of environmental factors, responses to these by an individual plant. Ecological life histories. Biotic interactions. Intraspecific variation. Use of instrumentation. Emphasizes seed plants.
BIOL 5833
- Stream Ecology
(4.0 cr; Prereq-2801 or # or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, even years)
Studies of stream communities and ecosystems as influenced by biological interactions and physical factors. Emphasis on North Shore streams. (2 hrs lect, 6 hrs lab and field)
BIOL 5839
- Coral Reef Field Studies
(3.0 cr; =[GEOL 5839]; Prereq-2801 or # or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, spring, summer, every year)
Biological studies of the coral reef complex and associated habitats of Florida Keys. Ecology and taxonomy of associated biota. Field study in Florida.
BIOL 5861
- Lake Ecology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2801 or # or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, spring, every year)
Ecology of lakes and reservoirs. (3 hrs lect)
BIOL 5862
- Advanced Lake Ecology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-& 5861 or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, offered periodically)
Lake and laboratory approaches to evaluation of ecosystem health and experimental aquatic ecology. (1 hr lect, 4 hrs lab)
BIOL 5863
- Ecosystems Ecology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2801 or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, even years)
Survey of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, emphasizing current literature on ecosystem processes. (3 hrs lect) Hershey
BIOL 5865
- Conservation Biology
(2.0 cr; Prereq-2801 or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, spring, offered periodically)
Introduction to science of species, habitat, and ecosystem conservation and management.
BIOL 5866
- Algal Ecology and Physiology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-4603; A-F or Aud, spring, offered periodically)
Review of fundamental algal processes and application of traditional and modern techniques to quantify these processes.
BIOL 5868
- Ecotoxicology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2101, 2801, college-level statistics course or #, or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, offered periodically)
Examines the effects of toxicants on constituents of the biosphere at levels of biological organization from cells to ecosystems. Toxicant identification, toxicity testing, exposure routes, bioaccumulation, toxicant effects, regulations, and current issues.
BIOL 5869
- Great Lakes Ecology and Management
(3.0 cr; Prereq-5861 or Biol or IBS grad student; A-F or Aud, fall, odd years)
The world's great lakes account for over 60% of surface freshwater, occur from the Arctic Circle to the tropics and sustain a disproportionate share of the world's population and economic activity. Utilization has too often led to degradation and loss of biodiversity and beneficial uses. In response, a variety of management agencies attempt to protect and restore the lakes. The world's largest lakes will be surveyed to appreciate unique aspects of their ecology and the current problems that challenge management agencies. Successes and deficiencies of current management approaches will be reviewed as well as their capacity to address new global challenges such as climate change and biotic globalization.
BIOL 5870
- Wetland Ecology
(3.0 cr; Prereq-2801, 2802 or Biol or IBS Grad School student; A-F or Aud, fall, odd years)
Hydrology, nutrient cycling, and productivity of wetland ecosystems and the adaptations and interactions of resident biota; assessment, management, conservation, restoration, and creation of wetlands. Two daylong weekend field trips required.
BIOL 5990
- Special Topics: (Various Titles to be Assigned)
(1.0 - 5.0 cr [max 10.0 cr]; Prereq-1012, #; A-F or Aud, spring, summer, every year)
Special topics submitted for biology department review. Topic announced before course offered.
BIOL 8139
- Seminar in Cell Biology
(1.0 cr [max 10.0 cr]; Prereq-Grad School student in biol or related field; S-N or Aud, fall, spring, offered periodically)
Analysis of current topics.
BIOL 8333
- FTE: Master's
(1.0 cr; Prereq-Master¿s student, adviser and DGS consent; No Grade, fall, spring, summer, every year)
(No description)
BIOL 8777
- Thesis Credits: Master's
(1.0 - 18.0 cr [max 50.0 cr]; Prereq-Max 18 cr per semester or summer; 10 cr total required (Plan A only); No Grade, fall, spring, summer, every year)
(No description)
BIOL 8899
- Seminar in Ecology
(1.0 cr [max 10.0 cr]; Prereq-Grad School student in biol or related field; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, every year)
In-depth analyses of topics in ecology.
BIOL 8993
- Graduate Seminar
(1.0 cr [max 10.0 cr]; Prereq-Grad student in biol or related field; S-N or Aud, fall, spring, offered periodically)
Reports on recent developments in biology and on research projects in the department.
BIOL 8994
- Graduate Research
(1.0 - 4.0 cr [max 10.0 cr]; Prereq-Grad student in biol or related field; S-N or Aud, fall, spring, summer, every year)
Directed research or study on an advanced topic.
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