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BIO-100
Introductory Human Biology
IAI: L1904
Introductory Human Biology includes biochemistry, cell structure, tissues, bones, human metabolism, a review of the systems, human genetics, human reproduction and evolution. Credit will not be counted toward graduation if taken after any other college anatomy course. BIO 100 is a beginning biology class. (Lecture only)
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BIO-103
Introductory Life Science
IAI: L1900
Introductory Life Science is designed as an introductory life science course for liberal arts majors or other students interested in a survey of biological principles. Topics covered range from the cell and the theory of evolution to genetic engineering. Credit for BIO 103 will not be counted toward graduation if you have previous credit for BIO 162 or BIO 205.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BIO-104
Introductory Life Science Laboratory
IAI: L1 900L
Introductory Life Science Laboratory is intended as a laboratory experience to complete BIO 103. Students meet two hours each week and explore basic biological concepts throught hands-on exercises and on-line laboratories. Credit for BIO 104 will not be counted toward graduation if you have previous credit for BIO 205.
Prerequisite: This course is limited to students currently enrolled or who have completed BIO 103 or its equivalent.
Credit: 1
Lecture: 0 Lab: 2
BIO-106
Environmental Science
IAI: L1905
Environmental Science is designed as an introductory life science course for liberal arts majors or other students interested in environmental issues. Students study aspects of ecology, pollution, and other environmental issues, with emphasis on current events and possible solutions for the future.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BIO-107
Environmental Science Laboratory
IAI: L1905L
Environmental Science Laboratory is intended to complement BIO 106. Students explore environmental topics through hands-on exercises, videos, field experiences, and computer activities.
Prerequisite: This course is limited to students currently enrolled in BIO 106 or who have completed it or its equivalent.
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 0 Lab: 2
BIO-137
Tropical Marine Biology
IAI: None
Tropical Marine Biology is a field experience class with animal and plant identification in a tropical region. Emphasis is on marine organisms with identification by common name. There is also an orientation to the culture of the country visited. Methods of study include lectures, field trips, wading in tide pools, and snorkeling at coral reefs. Saturday orientations are held in late fall with an eight day field trip during winter intersession.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
BIO-140
Introduction to Evolution
IAI: L1 907
Introduction to Evolution is designed to introduce the student to the major principles of evolutionary biology. The course will include a history of evolutionary thought and will work through the fundamental concepts of geological evolution and its impact on life, the origins and history of life, mechanisms of evolution, and evolutionary genetics. Although the emphasis will be on major concepts, the course will also provide some understanding of the methods used in evolutionary investigations.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BIO-150
Microbes and Society
IAI: L1 903
Microbes and Society is designed for the general student who wishes to learn more about microbes. Disease, biological weapons, the foods we eat, and environmental cleanup are just a few of the ways microbes affect our lives. Microbes have the potential to destroy us and save us. This class explores the relationship between society and these fascinating organisms.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BIO-162
Human Heredity
IAI: L1906
Human Heredity is designed for the general student who wants to learn more about the principles of human heredity, population genetics, and recent discoveries in genetics including the mapping of the human chromosome and genetic technology. The ethical issues raised due to advances in human heredity will also be examined. Credit for BIO 162 will not be counted toward graduation if students have previous credit for BIO 103.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BIO-164
Field Ecology
IAI: None
Field Ecology is designed as a travel experience field course to study the effects of glaciation, soils and climate on plant communities. Indicator species, stability, and succession of communities are compared. Identification of communities, vegetation, and animals is required, with an emphasis on field study. The lab includes a requirement that students will travel from six to eight specific destinations per semester for field experience.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
BIO-171
Biology of Human Disease
IAI: None
Biology of Human Disease is designed for the general student who wishes to learn more about diseases affecting the human body, their causes, transmission, prevention and cures. Topics covered include the causes of disease, the body213s response to disease, ways to prevent disease, and specific disorders such as viral diseases, sexually transmitted diseases, AIDS and cancer.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BIO-185
Foundations Anatomy & Physiology
IAI:
Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology undertakes a systems-approach, comprehensive study of the human body. Lab emphasizes the interrelationships between structure and function. The course is intended for students in prenursing, prerespiratory therapy, preradiology, physical education, or other fields requiring only one semester of Anatomy and Physiology. Credit for BIO 185 will not be counted toward graduation upon completion of BIO 281 or BIO 282.
Prerequisite: CHM-105 or CHM-110; and either BIO-100 or BIO-103 with a C or better (recommended within the last 5 years)
Credit: 5 semester hours
Lecture: 4 Lab: 2
BIO-205
Principles of Biology
Principles of Biology IAI: BIO 910
Principles of Biology is the first required course for pre-professional and life science majors. Emphasis is on broad biological and biochemical concepts including cell structure and function, biochemistry, energy requirements and genetics with special emphasis on laboratory procedures.
Prerequisite: CHM 120, or CHM 110 and 210, or equivalent. This is the first of three courses essential for all biology majors (205, 211, 221).
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
BIO-210
Introductory Field Botany
IAI: None
Introductory Field Botany entails recognition of the major plant communities in the Northern Illinois areas and Southern Wisconsin. Lecture and lab involve ecological study of the dominant plants in these communities, plant identification, plant form and function and soil analysis. Two-thirds of the time is spent in the field.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 4
BIO-211
General Botany
IAI: L1901L, BIO 910
General Botany considers major topics such as the plant cells, metabolism, reproduction, evolution, ecology, anatomy, and characteristics of the major taxonomic groups. Ecological adaptations of these goups are emphasized, including their morphological, physiological, and behavioristic features. This is one of three courses essential for all biology majors (205, 211, 221).
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 4
BIO-221
General Zoology
IAI: L1 902L, BIO 910
General Zoology is designed to introduce life science and preprofessional majors to the broad scope of animal life and zoological principles. Lectures stress evolution and relationships of animal groups, natural history, ecology, and life cycles. Laboratory sessions are devoted to taxonomy and structure of the animals. This is one of the three courses essential for all biology majors (205, 211, 221)
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 4
BIO-274
Microbiology
IAI: None
Microbiology is an introduction to the interrelationships among microorganisms and between them and their living and non-living environments. The broad principles of microbiology illustrated are applicable to a wide range of student interest and may provide a foundation for study in the various divisions of the medical and biological professions.
Prerequisite: CHM 105 or CHM-110 or higher Chemistry course; and either BIO-100, BIO-103, BIO-150, BIO-201, or BIO-205 with a C or better (recommended within last 5 years)
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 4
BIO-281
Anatomy and Physiology I
IAI: None
Anatomy and Physiology I is designed for students in four-year nursing and other health fields. This course covers approximately half the body systems, including cytology, embryology, histology, and the integumentary, skeletal, articular, muscular and nervous systems. Laboratory exercises provide hands-on study through the use of prepared material, cadaver and histological preparations.
Prerequisite: CHM 120 or CHM 210, and either BIO-100, BIO-103, or BIO-205 with a C or better (recommended within last 5 years)
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
BIO-282
Anatomy and Physiology II
IAI: None
Anatomy and Physiology II is a companion course to BIO 281-Anatomy and Physiology I. Anatomy and Physiology II covers the remaining body systems including endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, endocrine, reproductive, as well as fluid balance, and acid base balance.
Prerequisite: BIO 281
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3
BIO-290
Applied Research in Biology
IAI: None
Applied Research in Biology provides elective credit for serving as an intern in a field research environment. Students will learn about research methods, use of laboratory equipment, and the role of the research team.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-15
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