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Course Descriptions - Lewis-Clark State College 2002-2003 Catalog

BIOL 100 - Environmental Life Science (4 cr.)

An introductory course for non-science majors. Biological principles governing the interaction of living things with the environment. Topics include organismal structure and function, reproduction, evolution, ecology and biodiversity. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory period per week. Co-requisite: MATH 025 or satisfactory math placement. Lab fee.

BIOL 175 - Human Biology (4 cr.)

Form and function of life using the human organism as the specific example. Topics will include: Life, evolution, the human organism in the environment, human ecology, human systems including organization, support and movement, processing and transport, integration and coordination, and reproduction and development. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory per week. Lab fee.Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in MATH 025 or satisfactory math placement.

BIOL 201 - Introduction to Life Sciences (4 cr.)

Biological principles important in understanding animals, plants, and microorganisms; cytology, ecology, evolution, genetics, growth, molecular biology, physiology. An introductory course for the science major. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory period per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in CHEM 101 or CHEM 111. Co-requisite: MATH 085 or MATH 137 or satisfactory math placement. Lab fee.

BIOL 202 - General Zoology (4 cr.)

A phylogenetic study of the animal kingdom. Beginning with unicellular animals and ending with vertebrates. The course includes the anatomy, physiology, systematics, ecology and evolution of animals. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory period per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 201. Lab fee.

BIOL 203 - General Botany (4 cr.)

A survey of the plant kingdom; with emphasis on identification particularly the regional flora; structure and function of vascular plants. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory period per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 201. Lab fee.

BIOL 250 - Microbiology (4 cr.)

A study of microorganisms causing infectious diseases and contamination of foods. Principles of sterilization and disinfection, and examinations of food, water, blood, and excreta are included. Three hours of lecture and two 2-hour laboratory periods per week. Co-requisite: A core mathematics course. Lab fee.

BIOL 252 - Anatomy and Physiology I (4 cr.)

A one semester introductory course in Human Anatomy and Physiology with emphasis on anatomy. This course focuses on principles of histology and the following body systems: skeletal, muscular, integumentary, nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, immunity, digestion, urinary and reproductive. Four hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in MATH 025 or satisfactory math placement. Co-requisite: CHEM 101 or CHEM 108 or CHEM 111. Lab fee.

BIOL 253 - Anatomy and Physiology II (4 cr.)

An advanced course in Human Anatomy and Physiology with clinical emphasis in physiology. The course focuses on principles of cytology, biochemistry and the systems listed under the Biology 252. Four hours of lecture and one 2-hour laboratory per week. Pre-requisites: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 252 and CHEM 108; co-requisite: core mathematics course. Lab fee.

BIOL 301 - Evolution (3 cr.)

This course serves as an introduction to evolutionary theory for students in biology, biological education and related fields. Areas that will be covered include: the origins and history of evolutionary ideas, mechanisms that produce genetic diversity, natural selection, methods of phylogenetic analysis, the evolution of the primates. Three hours of lecture per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 201.

BIOL 302 - Biological Systematics (3 cr.)

This course focuses on evolutionary systematic theory as a tool for discerning the relationships among organisms. Areas to be covered include: cladistics, phenetics, macroevolution, molecular systematics, speciation, and the construction of phylogenetic trees that will give the best hypothesis for the evolution of a selected group. Three hours of lecture per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 201.

BIOL 303 - Biological Diversity (3 cr.)

An introduction to the concepts of biological diversity, conservation and management. Topics to be covered are: endangered species conservation, protected area management, sustainable development, indigenous knowledge, biodiversity prospecting, global climate change, and ecosystem management. Three hours of lecture per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 201.

BIOL 312 - Pathophysiology (3 cr.)

The physiological basis of disease. Three hours of lecture per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in 8 credits of Anatomy and Physiology.

BIOL 331- Ecology (4 cr.)

Ecological principles of plants and animals; structure and function of the ecosystem; ecological monitoring and management. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour lab per week. Lab fee. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 202 and BIOL 203; co-requisite: core mathematics course. Lab fee.

BIOL 341 - General Genetics (4 cr.)

Genetic mechanisms in animals, plants and microorganisms, forms important in biological research. Three hours of lecture and one 2-hour lab per week. Pre-requisites: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 201 and CHEM 112 and completion of mathematics core. Lab fee.

BIOL 352 - Cell and Molecular Biology (3 cr.)

A comprehensive study of cell structure and function with emphasis on cell organelles and the cellular membrane. Included in this course is a detailed examination of the cell cycle, regulation of cell growth and division, and gene expression and regulation. Three hours of lecture per week. Laboratory course is recommended but not required. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in Biology 201.

BIOL 353 - Cell and Molecular Biology Lab (2 cr.)

Laboratory to accompany cell molecular biology lecture or biochemistry. Students acquire a functional understanding of the principles of modern experimental molecular biology. Exercises include organelle isolation and enzymology, DNA/RNA isolation and manipulation, electrophoresis, and computer aided analysis. Two three-hour laboratory sessions per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 201, CHEM 112, and BIOL352 or CHEM 481 (may be taken concurrently). Lab fee.

BIOL 354 - DNA Manipulation, Theory and Practice (4 cr.)

Micropipeting and sterile techniques; isolation and suspension of bacterial cultures; phage lambda DNA; DNA restriction analysis, plasmid DNA; subcloning; recombinant identification and analysis. 6 hours lecture/lab per week. Pre-requisites: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 202, BIOL 203, and BIOL 341. Lab fee.

BIOL 360 - Development Biology (4 cr.)

A study of vertebrate development. Lectures focus on principles of development and laboratories focus on experimental as well as morphological studies. Two hours of lecture and two 3-hour laboratories per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 202. Lab fee.

BIOL 401 - Mammalogy (4 cr.)

The study of mammals, their evolution, natural history, identification of regional mammals, and field techniques for scientific study. The course includes anatomy, phylogenetics, systematics, ecology, practical field and laboratory techniques. Three hours of lecture and one 4-hour laboratory period per week. There will be 2 weekend field trips. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 202. Lab fee.

BIOL 402 - Ornithology (4 cr.)

The study of birds, their evolution, natural history, identification of regional birds by sight and sound, and field techniques for scientific study. The course includes anatomy, phylogenetics, systematics, ecology, practical field and laboratory techniques. Three hours of lecture and one 4-hour laboratory period per week. There will be 2 weekend field trips. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 202. Lab fee.

BIOL 403 - Ichthyology (4 cr.)

The study of fish, their evolution, natural history, identification of regional fish, and field techniques for scientific study. The course includes anatomy, phylogenetics, systematics, ecology, practical field and laboratory techniques, management practices. Three hours of lecture and one 4-hour laboratory period per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 202. Lab fee.

BIOL 404 - Entomology (4 cr.)

The study of insects, their evolution, natural history, identification of dominant insects and field techniques for scientific study. Includes anatomy, physiology, phylogenetics, systematics, ecology, practical field and laboratory techniques. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory period per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 202. Lab fee.

BIOL 420 - Human Dissection (2 cr.)

Students dissect and identify gross anatomy of human cadavers under the supervision of the instructor. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 252.

BIOL 450 - Field Botany (4 cr.)

Plant communities, concentrating on dominate species in regional ecosystems. Communities will be studied from an ecological and systematic perspective. Two hours of lecture and one 4 hour laboratory period per week. Five all-day field trips are required. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 203. Lab fee.

BIOL 451 - Environmental Survey Techniques (4 cr.)

Integrates knowledge from the organismal biology courses and apply this information to the preparation of a professional quality environmental impact assessment paper. Students will be given an environmental problem and will work as a team to conduct a biological inventory of a particular area, and use the collected data to give management recommendations for the area. One hour of lecture and two 3-hour laboratories per week. Lab fee. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 450, and any three of BIOL 401-404.

BIOL 452 - Environmental Impact Assessment (3 cr.)

This course will focus on the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and its implementation through the environmental impact assessment process. Students will learn NEPA regulations, EIS process, major environmental laws that have impact on the process, and mitigation. Three hours of lecture per week. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 331.

BIOL 453 - Geographic Information Systems (4 cr.)

This course will review fundamentals of the Geographic Information Systems; its basic applications and procedures and survey approaches to the use of GIS through problem solving. Two hours of lecture and a two hour laboratory per week. Pre-requisite: Computer literacy in use of PC systems of database management, spreadsheet analysis and a graphical software package.

BIOL 275/475 - Field Experiences in Science (2 cr.)

Designed to focus on the biology, geology, and cultural history of a specific ecosystem. Students will be required to prepare a 10-page paper discussing ecological adaptations of a specific organism in the ecosystem. Freshmen and sophomores enroll in 275, juniors and seniors enroll in 475. Field Trip fee variable. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 202 and GEOL 100.

BIOL 290/490 - Directed Study in Biology

(1-4 cr.)

BIOL 291/491 - Workshop in Biology (1-4 cr.)

BIOL 292/492 - Special Topics in Biology

(1-4 cr.)

BIOL 295/495 - Biology Practicum (1-2 cr.)

Experience in practical problems associated with equipping, setting up, operating, teaching, and/or administering laboratory courses in biology. May be repeated for a total of 4 credits. Pre-requisite: Approval of division chair.

BIOL 296/496 - Cooperative Education in Biology (1-3 cr.)

BIOL 499 - Senior Project and Seminar in Biology (1-3 cr.)

Field and laboratory research in biology. Progress reports and a final oral defense are required. Enrollment subject to divisional approval. Pre-requisite: a grade of "C" or better in NS 398