Deaf Visual and Performance Art
Students will utilize basic art vocabulary and concepts to explore the diversity, intent, and context of Deaf Visual and Performing Art. A variety of works and genres will be discussed with special focuses on DeVIA and…
ASL and Deaf Culture 3
This course continues the study of language and culture of the Deaf community in the United States undertaken in ASL 2. Focus is on advancing ASL linguistic concepts and vocabulary as well as Deaf cultural behaviors,…
This course is designed to provide additional support for students enrolled in BIOL-104 whose placement score indicates they would benefit from extra support. The course will meet in a laboratory environment for one…
This course is designed to provide additional support for students enrolled in BIOL-114 whose placement score indicates they would benefit from extra support. The course will meet in a laboratory environment for one…
Perspectives in Biology
Five hours lecture/lab each week Exploration of broad themes in the natural sciences through a biological perspective. This course is intended for elementary education majors and emphasizes how the concepts introduced…
Anatomy and Physiology I
Anatomy and Physiology is the study of the structure and function of the body. This course will provide an understanding of the human body from individual cells to tissues and organs to whole organism. This course will…
Science Success
Designed for new students intending a course of study in biology and neuroscience, and/or one of the health science pre-professional programs such as pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-physical therapy, or pre-pharmacy.…
Anatomy and Physiology II
This course is a continuation of BIOL-104 and will build on the concepts learned in BIOL-104 and apply them to understanding body systems including; the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, respiratory,…
General Biology I
Three hours lecture and discussion/one three-hour lab per week. This introduction to biological science provides an overview of macromolecules, cell biology, energetics, genetics, and evolutionary survey of animal…
General Biology II
Three hours lecture/discussion and one three-hour laboratory per week. An introduction to biological sciences. Covers ecological and evolutionary concepts, energetics, genetics, meiosis, speciation, and characterization…
Human Biology
Basic principles of living systems with particular emphasis on the biological factors affecting human behavior. In addition to basic concepts of human biology, special topics will include immunizations, sexually…
This course will assist students in preparation for entrance exams for graduate and medical programs such as the MCAT, DAT, OAT, GRE, or PCAT. An overview of the test process will be presented, as well as review of…
One hour seminar per week. This discussion-based course engages students in the critical reading and analysis of selected primary research articles associated with the annual Agnes W.H. Tan Science Symposium. The…
Careers in the Sciences
One hour lecture per week. Introduction to diverse careers in the sciences, including healthcare professions. This includes learning about graduate school, pre-professional programs (like medical school), and area…
This course will introduce you to the major ecological processes, the principal flora and fauna and their evolutionary adaptations, and diverse ecosystems that constitute major tropical, coastal and mountainous regions…
This course will introduce you to the major ecological processes, the principal flora and fauna and their evolutionary adaptations, and diverse ecosystems that constitute major tropical, coastal and mountainous regions…
Experiences in Field Biology
An opportunity for students to be exposed to major ecosystems in North or Central America. There will be on-campus seminars to support this experience discussing the uniqueness of the general ecology and culture of the…
Molecular and Cellular Basis of Life
Three hours of lecture/three hours of lab per week. The structure and function of animal, plant, and prokaryotic cells with an emphasis on DNA/RNA structure and function, control of gene expression, cell signaling, cell…
Ecology and Evolution
Six hours of lecture/lab/field work per week. Emphasis is on the study of relationships between organisms and their environment and the investigation of mechanisms that drive organic evolution. Prerequisites: grade of C…
Special Topics
Courses on topics of interest to biology students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by the instructor. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing. May be…
Experiential Learning: Internship
Introductory internship experience. Internship sites are usually off campus, generally part-time, and often without pay. This introductory level experience provides the opportunity for freshmen and sophomores to gain…
Independent Study
Independent reading and/or research under the guidance of a biology faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. May be repeated for credit.
Five hours of lecture/lab per week. Characteristics of the eukaryotic, and prokaryotic forms; cultivation of common microorganisms; principles of microbial control and chemotherapy; introduction of host-parasite…
Tropical Ecology
Three hours lecture per week. Travel to one of the worlds tropical regions to experience and study tropical ecosystems firsthand. This course will introduce you to the major ecological processes, the principal flora…
Survey of Biochemistry
Three hours lecture per week. Investigation of the molecules and chemical reactions of life. Chemical principles are used to explore biology at the molecular level with an emphasis on biochemical and physiological…