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100 Studies in Biology. Presents students not majoring in biology with inquiries into contemporary issues and phenomena in the biological sciences. Activities include lectures, readings, discussions, and laboratory or field experiences. May not be counted toward a biology major. (May meet the laboratory/field requirement for critical perspectives.)
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Studies in Biology: Science and Ethics of Genetics. The contemporary social, ethical, legal and medical issues associated with genetic technology. Readings and discussion of the basic concepts of molecular genetics, the current state of genetic technology, and the legal, ethical and medical views of our genetic future. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World.) 1 unit Bertrand.
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Studies in Biology: Ecology of the Pikes Peak Region. This field-oriented course will explore the diversity of habitats to be found in the Pikes Peak Region. Field trips, readings, and lectures will provide an overview of ecological adaptations of plants and animals and an understanding of their distribution and abundance. Particular emphasis will be given to the structural and physiological differences among biological communities found in the five life zones that span an elevational gradient of more than 8000 feet along Colorados Front Range.1 unit Drummond
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Studies in Biology: Human Evolution. This course will compare and contrast anthropological and biological research on human evolution. Fossil, linguistic and other anthropological evidence will be compared to genetic and molecular data. Prerequisite: Anthropology 101 or consent of instructor. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World requirement.) (Also listed as Anthropology 201.) 1 unit Bertrand, Torres-Rouff.
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Studies in Biology: Biology and History of Infectious Disease. Examination of the relationship between humans and the microbes that cause infectious disease, primarily viruses and bacteria. While the laboratory element of the course will focus upon bacterial physiology, the lectures, reading, and discussion will cover the biology of a broad range of pathogens, as well as the foundations of the human immune response. The evolution of our relationship with pathogens will be presented in a historical context, primarily through lecture and reading. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World lab or field requirement.) 1 unit Anderson.
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104 Introduction to Evolution. An introduction to the principles, methods, results, history, and conclusions from the study of the evolution of organisms. Some consideration of the philosophic and religious opposition to the theory of evolution. Not intended for biology majors. 1 unit -- Heim
105 Biology of Plants. The study of plants with emphasis on the flowering plants. Relationships between form and function, growth and development and evolutionary and ecological relationships are examined through laboratory and discussion activities. CH 107 or strong high school chemistry background strongly recommended. Prerequisite: Chemistry 107 strongly recommended. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World lab or field requirement.) 1 unit Ebersole, Heschel.
107 Biology of Microbes. An introduction to the microbial world including prokaryotic and eukaryotic microbes with emphasis on the biology of bacteria and viruses. Relationships involving structure and function, growth and human interactions, genetic applications and biotechnology, infectious processes, and microbial diseases will be examined through discussion and laboratory activities. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World lab or field requirement.) 1 unit Wilson.
108 Biology of Invertebrates. The patterns of structure, function, life histories, and phylogeny of major invertebrate groups. Through laboratory and discussion, adaptive features are approached in the context of the environments of representative forms. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World lab or field requirement.) 1 unit Hathaway, Vargo.
109 Biology of Vertebrates. The patterns of structure, function, life histories and phylogeny of major vertebrate groups. Through laboratory and discussion activities, adaptive features are approached in the context of the environments of representative forms. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World lab or field requirement.) 1 unit Capen, Drummond, Hollis-Brown, Vargo.
202 Field Botany. A field course involving collection, identification, and preservation of vascular plants, emphasizing evolution, ecology and biogeography. Takes advantage of the major ecosystems of the Pikes Peak region. Prerequisite: Biology 105 or consent of instructor. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World lab or field requirement.) (Also listed as Southwest Studies 202.) 1 unit Kelso.
203 Field Zoology. A field course involving collection, identification, preservation, population studies and life history studies of animals of regional ecosystems. Systematics, evolution and biogeography are emphasized. Prerequisite: Biology 108 or 109 or consent of instructor. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World lab or field requirement.) (Also listed as Southwest Studies 203.) 1 unit Linkhart.
207 Human Anatomy. A cadaver dissection course designed to help students gain an understanding of the fundamental concepts of the structure of the human body. Designed to meet the needs of students interested in pre- and allied health fields when taken in conjunction with BY/SC 321. Prerequisite: Biology 109, 210 and Chemistry 107, 108. (Also listed as Sport Science 207.) 1 unit Department.
208 Ecology. The analysis of distributions, abundances, and interrelationships of organisms, Populations, communities, and ecosystems are investigated, and implications for humans considered. Laboratory and field experience. Prerequisite: CH107 and 1 unit from biology 105, 107, 108, 109, Geology 130 or 140. Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World lab or field requirement. (No credit if taken after EV 209.) 1 unit Drummond, Ebersole, Heschel, Kummel.
210 Cell Biology. Structures and functions of cells, organelles and biomacromolecules and the flow of energy and information within and among them. Laboratory and lecture course designed to provide a thorough, modern introduction to eukaryotic cells. Intended for natural science majors. CH 250 strongly recommended. Prerequisite: Chemistry 108 and Biology 105 or 107 or 108 or 109 or consent of instructor. Chemistry 250 strongly recommended. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World lab or field requirement.) 1 unit Anderson, Bertrand, Lostroh, Wilson.
220 Biostatistics and Experimental Design. Emphasis on application rather than theory or derivation. Topics: measures of central tendency and variability, correlation, regression, t-tests, Chi-square, analysis of variance, selected non-parametric methods, statistical inference and experimental design. (No credit if taken after EC 200 or MA 117.) Prerequisite: At least 1 college biology course or consent of instructor. No Credit after Economics 200 or Mathematics 117. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World requirement.) 1 unit Ebersole.
244 Histotechnique. Students will acquire the basic knowledge necessary to prepare animal and plant tissues for examination by light microscopy. Theoretical aspects of fixation, paraffin embedding, sectioning techniques, and the art of staining will be emphasized. Interpretation of results will be facilitated through lecture/discussion sessions highlighting the basics of histology. No prerequisite; however, 109 or 105 would be helpful. Limit 16 students. Prerequisite: Biology 105 or 109 recommended. (January half-block.) .5 unit Hathaway.
301 Animal Cell Physiology. Functions of animal cells including: osmosis, membrane transport, neuronal potentials, chemical signaling, contractility, and cellular aspects of the immune system. Lecture, discussion, and laboratory. Prerequisite: Biology 210 and Chemistry 250 (or equivalent). 1 unit Capen.
304 Immunology. A survey of the main elements of the human body's defenses against invading microorganisms. Emphasis is on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of B and T lymphocyte functioning, along with consideration of autoimmune and immune deficiency diseases. Lecture, discussion and laboratory. Prerequisite: Biology 210 (BY 301 recommended). 1 unit Capen.
308 Advanced Ecology. Field studies and theoretical topics selected to illustrate the research process and ecological thought. Will include use of ecological literature. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor or Biology 208. 1 unit Ebersole, Snyder.
309 Research Problems in Biology. Independent research projects based on laboratory or field investigation., consent of instructor, and registration at least one block prior to the block in which the research is to be initiated. Experimental studies completed away from campus must receive prior departmental approval. (Class, laboratory or field activities arranged.) (Only 2 units from 309, 403, 409 or 499 may count toward the Biology major.) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and 2 from 105, 107, 108 or 109 and 210 (total 3) and arranged 1 block ahead. 1 unit Anderson, Bertrand, Capen, Department, Ebersole, Hathaway, Heschel, Lostroh, Snyder, Vargo, Wilson.
312 Plant Diversity and Conservation. A comparative study of the life histories, ecology and evolution of organisms traditionally considered in the realm of botany, including flowering plants, gymnosperms, lower vascular plants, bryophytes, and fungi. Issues in plant conservation such as habitat fragmentation, pollinator disruption, invasive species, and genetic erosion will be discussed. Includes discussion of current literature. Prerequisite: 105 and 208. (Not offered 2007-08.) 1 unit.
321 Human Physiology. The course provides an integrative approach to understanding basic anatomical and physiological relationships of major organ systems in the human body through human cadaver dissection. Designed to meet the needs of students interested in pre and allied health fields when taken in conjunction with BY/SC 207. Prerequisite: BY/SC 207. (Not offered 2007-08.) 1 unit.
330 Parasitic Protozoa. The biology of parasitic protozoa in humans and other animals. Lecture, laboratory and readings will focus on host-parasite relations, life histories, morphology, and physiology of parasitic protozoa. Prerequisite: Biology 108 or 109 or consent of instructor. 1 unit Hathaway.
331 Parasitic Helminths. The biology of worms parasitic in humans and other animals. Lecture, laboratory and readings will focus on host-parasite relations, life histories, morphology, and physiology of parasitic helminths. Prerequisite: Biology 108 or 109 or consent of instructor. 1 unit Hathaway.
332 Animal Behavior. A comparative study of the diversities of behavioral systems of animals. Lecture, laboratory and field work include ethological theories and methods, emphasizing observation, denotation and analysis of behavior. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor or Two Zoology Courses. (Also listed as Feminist and Gender Studies 332.) 1 unit Vargo.
Special Topics in Biology. Special topics in Biology not offered on a regular basis.
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341 Special Topics in Biology: Patagonia Ecology and Biogeography. This course prepares students for a full block course taught in Argentina. It includes background in biogeography and extensive reading to prepare reports that will be presented to the class on aspects of the ecology and biogeography of Patagonia. To receive credit students must successfully complete both this course and BY342. A separate grade will be assigned for each course. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor, junior or senior standing, BY208, and registration in BY342. .5 unit Ebersole and Snyder
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342 Special Topics in Biology: Ecology and Biogeography in Patagonia. (Taught in Argentina) This course, taught in Argentina, will study the ecology and biogeography of Andean mountain forests and the ecology of several marine vertebrates at the Atlantic coast. Students must enroll in BY341 in the preceding January Half-Block. A separate grade will be assigned for each course. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and junior or senior standing, Biology 208, Biology 341. EXTRA EXPENSE. 1 unit Ebersole, Snyder.
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344 Scanning Electron Microscopy. Basic principles of electron optical systems, image formation, specimen preparation, and digital imaging. Individual instruction in the care, use and operation of the instrument as a research tool is emphasized. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and prior course work in the natural sciences. 1 unit Hathaway.
345 Transmission Electron Microscopy. Basic principles of electron optical systems, image formation, specimen preparation, ultramicrotomy, and photography. Individual instruction in the care, use, and operation of the instrument as a research tool is emphasized. Prerequisite: Biology 210 and Sophomore standing. 1 unit Hathaway.
356 Mathematical Models in Biology. An introduction to selected quantitative models drawn from ecology, genetics, and physiology. For each model the course includes an investigation of the mathematical methods used, an evaluation of the model, and some elementary simulation techniques. (Offered alternate years.) Prerequisite: Mathematics 126 and 1 college biology course. (Not offered 2007-08.) 1 unit.
361 Molecular and Classical Genetics. Nature, transmission and expression of hereditary information; readings and discussions of current literature in molecular and classical genetics; lecture and laboratory will include basic principles of molecular and classical genetics with an emphasis on concepts and laboratory techniques used in contemporary molecular genetic research. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor or Biology 210 and Chemistry 250. 1 unit Anderson, Bertrand.
362 Plant Ecology. Descriptive and analytical studies of plant communities and populations. Field work includes sampling techniques and their application to answer specific research questions. Readings and discussions cover the various perspectives and theories of plant ecology. Prerequisite: Biology 208 (BY 202 recommended). 1 unit Heschel.
363 Virology. The molecular biology and biochemistry of viruses, including attachment and penetration of host cells, replication in host cells, cytopathic effects on host cells, and the evolution of viruses. Through lecture and discussion of primary literature, the course emphasizes the experimental basis of current understanding of virus function. Prerequisite: Biology 210 and Chemistry 251. Biology 361 strongly recommended. 1 unit Lostroh.
364 Plant Cell Physiology. Structure and functions of plant cells including respiration, photosynthesis, photorespiration, nitrogen metabolism, water potentials and mineral nutrition. Emphasis on laboratory investigations or research paper and discussion of contemporary ideas in the discipline. or consent of instructor. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor or Biology 210 and Chemistry 250 (or equivalent). (Not offered 2007-08.) 1 unit.
369 Tropical Ecology. Introduction to the ecology of tropical wet forests and coral reefs, with emphasis on the high biological diversity common to these ecosystems. The course is linked to BY 370 Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Ecology, and students must enroll in both courses. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing, Biology 208 and enrollment in Biology 370. (Not offered 2007-08.) .5 unit.
370 Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Ecology. Ecology of tropical wet forests and coral reefs taught at forest and reef sites in the tropics. Field studies, theoretical topics, and primary ecological literature will be used to explore interactions in these systems, with emphasis on selected organisms and system characteristics. The course is linked to cross-cultural experience with local people. The course is linked to BY 369 Tropical Ecology, and students must enroll in both courses. 1 unit--Capen and Snyder. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing, Biology 208, 369 and good swimming ability. EXTRA EXPENSE. (Not offered 2007-08.) 1 unit.
403 Research Problems in Biochemistry. An independent research project intended for biochemistry majors and based on laboratory investigation in biochemistry. The student should choose the original research topic with advice from member(s) of the department prior to registration in the class. (Only 2 units from 309, 403, 409 and 499 may count toward the Biology major.) Prerequisite: Chemistry 245, 382 and. (Not offered 2007-08.) 1 unit.
409 Research Problems in Biology. Independent research projects based on laboratory or field investigation., consent of instructor, and registration at least one block prior to the block in which the research is to be initiated. Experimental studies completed away from campus must receive prior departmental approval. (Class, laboratory or field activities arranged.) (Only 2 units from 309, 403, 409 or 499 may count toward the Biology major.) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and 2 from 105, 107, 108 or 109 and 210 (total 3) and arranged 1 block ahead. 1 unit Anderson, Bertrand, Capen, Department, Ebersole, Hathaway, Heschel, Lostroh, Snyder, Vargo, Wilson.
410 Ornithology. Identification, taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, behavior and ecology of birds, including field and laboratory work. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor or Biology 203. (Also listed as Southwest Studies 410.) (Not offered 2007-08) 1 unit
412 Entomology. Evolution, taxonomy, structure, physiology, development, behavior and ecology of insects. Laboratory includes identification, dissection, experimentation, curation and field work. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor or Biology 108, 208. 1 unit Vargo.
415 Seminar in Evolutionary Biology. A capstone course primarily for upper level biology students. We will examine and critique classical concepts of evolutionary theory and their modern extensions through reading scientific literature and by drawing upon students' previous knowledge and experience in diverse fields of biology. Prerequisite: Biology 361. (Not offered 2007-08.) 1 unit.
440-449 Special Topics in Biology: Special topics in Biology not offered on a regular basis.
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440 Special Topics in Biology: Seminar in Physiology. A capstone course for upper-level biology students. Through reading, discussing, and critiquing primary and secondary literature, along with writing assignments, the course integrates students previous knowledge of biology, physics, and chemistry into an understanding of physiology. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and Junior or Senior standing. 1 unit Capen.
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| Block 8: | 442 Special Topics in Biology: Reproductive Ecology of Plants. This course will address the breadth and depth of evolutionary and ecological factors that shape the reproductive ecology of plants. We will explore sex determination and sexual expression in plants, resource allocation and breeding systems, sexual selection and mate choice, and global patterns of plant reproduction and dispersal, with a particular emphasis on the plant-animal interactions that facilitate or inhibit the successful dispersal of pollen, fruits, seeds, and diaspores. Both the history of plant reproductive research and its current application to conservation and restoration efforts will be included. 1 unit -- Drummond |
463 Seminar in Bacteriology. Biology of bacteria with molecular, biochemical and evolutionary considerations of ultrastructure, heredity, metabolism, growth and regulation. Through reading, discussing and critiquing primary literature, and developing a research proposal, the course integrates students' knowledge of biology and chemistry. Major assignments include written critiques of primary literature and a research proposal summarizing current understanding of a problem and then defending a set of new experiments to address the problem. Prerequisite: Biology 210 and Biology 361 or Biology 210 and Chemistry 382. (Not offered 2007-08.) 1 unit.
464 Molecular Biology: Microbial. A lecture and laboratory course designed to complement BY465. Lectures will cover DNA replication, transcription and repair; gene regulation; virulence; plasmids and vectors; mutagenesis; genomic library production/screening; and genomics. Laboratories will introduce conventional cloning strategies; PCR amplification; T/A cloning; and PCR-based fingerprinting techniques (RAPDs, rep-PCR and ARDRA). There will be a paper on a current topic in microbial molecular biology and a bioinformatics project. Prerequisite: Biology 210, 361 and Chemistry 250. 1 unit Wilson.
465 Molecular Biology: Animal/Plant. A lecture and laboratory course designed to complement BY464. Firsthand laboratory experience in the basic techniques and concepts of molecular biology, supplemented with readings and discussions of current literature. Lectures will cover Eukaryotic vectors, production of transgenic animals and plants, disease screening, gene therapy, and DNA fingerprinting. Laboratories will cover basic transformation, DNA fluorescent labeling, Southern analysis, Western analysis, and bioinformatics. Prerequisite: Biology 350 or 351 or 361 and Biology 210 and Chemistry 250. (Not offered 2007-08.) 1 unit.
474 Plant Environmental Physiology. Whole plant physiology with an emphasis on selected environmental factors that influence various aspects of plant growth and development. Includes discussion sessions on contemporary ideas in the discipline, an independent laboratory/field investigation and an emphasis on writing a scientific paper. (364 or 208 recommended). Prerequisite: Consent of instructor or Biology 105 or 212 and 210 (BY 364 or 208 recommended). (Not offered 2007-08.) 1 unit.
499 Senior Thesis. Writing of the senior thesis based on data from an undergraduate research project. The thesis topic is to be chosen by the student following consultation with a member of the Biology Department faculty who agrees to serve as the project and thesis advisor. (Only 2 units from 309, 403, 409 may count toward the Biology major; only 1 unit of 499 may count toward the major.) 1 unit Heschel.
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