ACADEMIC CATALOG >>
2008-2009
BIO (Biology)
BIO 101 Biological Principles (3)
Life processes common
to plants and animals, cell structure and function. Introduction
to genetics, biochemistry, and development. Corequisites: BIO 111 (Lab).
BIO 102 Biological Diversity (3)
Continuation of
BIO 101. Introduction to human physiology, animal and plant
kingdom, plant structure and function, ecology, and creation
and evolution. Corequisites: BIO 112 (Lab).
BIO 103 General Zoology (3)
Introduction to principles
of animal structure, function, and classification. Examine
representatives of major taxa, their habitats, and economic
importance. Corequisites: BIO 113 (Lab).
BIO 104 General Botany (3)
Basic structures, life
cycles, functions, and classifications of plants, with principal
emphasis on vascular plants. Corequisites: BIO 114 (Lab).
BIO 111 Biological Principles Lab (1)
Three-hour
lab. Corequisites: BIO 101.
BIO 112 Biological Diversity Lab (1)
Three-hour lab.
Corequisites: BIO 102 required.
BIO 113 General Zoology Lab (1)
Three-hour lab. Corequisites: BIO 103.
BIO 114 General Botany Lab (1)
Three-hour lab. Corequisites: BIO 104.
BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (3)
Structure
and function of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems.
CUS Prerequisites : BIO 101 or BIO 103. CAGS Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: BIO 211 (Lab).
BIO 202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (3)
Human
respiratory, circulatory, digestive, excretory, endocrine,
and reproductive systems. Prerequisite: BIO 201. Corequisites: BIO 212 (Lab).
BIO 203 Comparative Anatomy (3)
Anatomy of vertebrates;
advantages of diverse anatomies. Prerequisites: BIO 101 or
BIO 103. Corequisites: BIO 213 (Lab).
BIO 204 Invertebrate Zoology (3)
Characteristics
and members of invertebrate animal phyla, including the hemichordates
and the tunicates. Prerequisites: BIO 101 or BIO 103. Corequisites: BIO
214 (Lab).
BIO 205 Genetics (3)
Laws of heredity, chemical nature
of genetic material, and biochemical patterns of gene action.
Prerequisites: BIO 101 or BIO 104.
BIO 208 Microbiology (3)
Survey of the basic principles of microorganisms including structure,
development, and identification. Emphasis on pathogens of medical importance.
Corequisites: BIO 218 (Lab).
BIO 211 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab (1)
Three-hour
lab. Corequisites: BIO 201.
BIO 212 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab (1)
Three-hour
lab. Corequisites: BIO 202.
BIO 213 Comparative Anatomy Lab (1)
Three-hour lab.
Corequisites: BIO 203.
BIO 214 Invertebrate Zoology Lab (1)
Three-hour lab.
Corequisites: BIO 204.
BIO 218 Microbiology Lab (1)
Three-hour lab. Corequisites: BIO 208.
BIO 260 Horticultural Science (3)
Principles and methods of
landscaping, gardening, propagating, plant identification, xeriscaping,
lawn management, and other horticultural dimensions are examined through
field labs and observations. Through the lectures, field studies and
projects, knowledge of essential botany concepts are covered such as
the diversity of relationships of plants and their structural and
functional characteristics.
BIO 301 Evolutionary Theory (3)
Definitions, philosophical
problems, critique of evidences, postulated mechanisms, phylogenetic
pathways, and analysis of the biblical texts relating to creation.
Prerequisites: one semester of biological or geological science.
BIO 302 Ecology (3)
Ecosystem approach to basic principles
of ecology; symbiosis of humans, animals, and plants; land
biomes, lake ecology, marine ecology, carbon and other cycles;
and population dynamics. Two weekend field trips. CUS Prerequisites: None.
CAGS Prerequisites: BIO 102 or BIO 104.
BIO 303 Entomology (3)
Classification, life histories,
basic morphology, economic and medical importance, and recognition
of major families of insects. Lectures, laboratory work, and
two required field trips. Prerequisite: one year of biological
science. Corequisites: BIO 313 (Lab).
BIO 304 Plant Taxonomy (3)
Characteristics and economic
importance of major plant families with collection and identification
of flowering plants of the eastern slope of the Colorado Rockies
and adjacent plains. Lectures, laboratory work, and three
required field trips. Offered summers only. Prerequisites:
BIO 102 or BIO 104.
BIO 305 Histology and Microscopic Techniques (3)
Structure of cells, types and composition of tissues, pathological
conditions, and methods of tissue preparation for microscopic
study. Prerequisites: BIO 101 or BIO 103. Corequisites: BIO 315 (Lab).
BIO 306 Cellular and Molecular Biology (3)
Molecular
composition of cells, function of the cell on the biochemical
level, and review of current research. Prerequisites: BIO
101 or BIO 103, one year of college chemistry, and junior
or senior standing as a Biology major.
BIO 307 Research Study (1-3)
Research methods
experienced through design, execution, and report of
student's research. Prerequisites: junior standing as Biology
major or the permission of the instructor.
BIO 313 Entomology Lab (1)
Three-hour lab. Corequisites: BIO 303.
BIO 315 Histology and Microscopic Techniques Lab (1)
Three-hour lab. Corequisites: BIO 305.
BIO 340 Pathophysiology (4)
Investigation into the physiology of diseased states by examination of
abnormal functions and systematic surveying of illness according to organ
system. Prerequisites: BIO 201, BIO 202, BIO 211, and BIO 212.
BIO 350 Internship (1-12)
Supervised experience in
a professional setting. Pass/Fail; may be repeated for credit.
BIO 365 Ecosystems Ecology (3)
Basic principles,
nature, and function of ecology; ecosystem concept; and implications
of ecosystems to natural resource management.
BIO 390 Directed Study (1-3)
Guided independent investigation
of a topic selected in consultation with the major or minor
advisor. See Academic Policies for guidelines. Graded; may
be repeated for credit.
BIO 401 Embryology (3)
Development of the vertebrate
animal before birth, particularly human development. Prerequisites:
BIO 101 or BIO 103, BIO 201, and junior or senior standing
as a Biology major.
BIO 402 Experimental Embryology (3)
Embryological
development and scientific research skills. The original research
project enables students to meet the research project for
the major. Prerequisites: BIO 401 or permission of the instructor.
BIO 403 Neurobiology (3)
An introduction to neuroscience.
The course covers the structure and function of the nervous
system, with attention given to sensory structure, and muscles.
The structure and function of the human brain and the cellular
basis of neuronal activity will be emphasized. Prerequisites:
BIO 101 or BIO 102 (or equivalent General Biology) and BIO 201.
BIO 306 strongly recommended.
BIO 450 Internship (1-12)
Supervised field experience
in a professional setting. Pass/Fail. May be repeated for
credit. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
BIO 460 Bioethics (3)
The biological revolution and
its ethical impact; genetic engineering, reproductive technology,
advanced prolongation of life, biblical principles of medical
and biotechnological decision-making, secular alternatives;
political dynamics.
BIO 490 Directed Study (1-3)
Guided independent investigation
of a topic selected in consultation with the major or minor
advisor. See Academic Policies for guidelines. Graded; may
be repeated for credit.
BIO 497 Special Topics (1-3)
Guided group investigation
and discussion of a selected topic. Graded; may be repeated
for credit.
BIO 498 Teaching Assistantship (1)
Supervised and
limited preparation and delivery of lectures, tutoring of
students, laboratory preparation, and assisting in the preparation
and grading of examinations. Pass/Fail; may be repeated for
credit.
Note: Certain courses may be offered only through the College of Undergraduate Studies (CUS) or the College of Adult and Graduate Studies (CAGS). Students should refer to their specific degree program in the Catalog or consult their academic advisor to confirm which courses are available in their program. For those course numbers that are similar or identical, “CUS” or “CAGS” will be used to differentiate.
