| 100
Human Nutrition |
3 hours |
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| A basic course covering the types of foods, their
metabolism, and energy transformations. The roles
of minerals and vitamins are considered. Nutrition
in relation to malnutrition, under-nourishment,
needs through changes in age, and needs in special
activities is examined. An overview of diet therapy
for common diseases is reviewed. |
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| 101
General Biology I |
4 hours |
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| Introduction to cell organization and structure.
General survey of plant and animal types, ecology
concepts, populations, disease, origin of life,
origin of man, species formation, and natural selection. |
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| 108
Dendrology I |
1 Credit |
|
| A study of the woody plants of North America with
emphasis on identification characteristics, natural
range, growth characteristics and ecological factors
affecting growth. Class format: one 55 minute lecture. |
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| 109
Dendrology II |
1 Credit |
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| Field identification of wood plants with emphasis
on foliage, bud, and bark characteristics. Class
format: one three-hour lab per week. |
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| 110
Dendrology III |
1 Credit |
|
| Winter identification of woody plants. Class format:
one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: BIOL
109 or consent of division chairperson. |
| |
| 201
Introduction to Cell Biochemistry
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4 hours |
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| Introduction to basic chemistry and organic compounds.
Basic processes of life including photosynthesis,
cellular respiration, human reproduction and development.
Cell division and introduction to genetics. |
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| 203
Plant Disease and Insect Control
|
3 hours |
|
| Identification of diseases and insect pests of
crops, ornamental, and tree species. Introduction
to pest control techniques and associated pesticides
safety regulations (includes preparation for certification
by West Virginia Department of Agriculture as a
private pesticide applicator). |
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| Descriptions of pharmacologically active chemicals
and their interactions with living systems, biochemical
and physiological effects of drugs, mechanisms of
actions of drugs; absorption, distribution and elimination
of drugs; therapeutics and problems of clinical
medicine; chemotherapy and toxicology. Prerequisites:
One semester of college chemistry, two semesters
of college biology, plus BIOL 290. BIOL 290 can
be taken concurrently. |
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| 205
Invertebrate Zoology |
4 hours |
|
| This course is a general survey of the invertebrate
phylum with emphasis on morphology, taxonomy, ecology,
and evolution. Lecture, field work, and laboratory
sessions are required. |
| |
| 206
Vertebrate Zoology |
4 hours |
|
| This course is a survey of the Chordata with emphasis
placed on the vertebrates. Special consideration
is given to those species indigenous to West Virginia.
Morphology, taxonomy, ecology, and evolution are
covered. Lecture, field work, laboratory sessions
are required. |
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| 293
Techniques of Science |
2 hours |
|
| Individualized research emphasizing
the scientific method, experimental design, data
collection, and presentation of the experimental
results is the thrust of Techniques of Science.
This course is also directed toward the mid-program
assessment of biology majors/minors and will involve
an evaluation of subject matter knowledge as well
as student perceptions of programs. Prerequisites:
four hours of Biology (200 level or above) and
four (4) credits of Chemistry. |
| |
| 302
General Entomology |
4 hours |
|
| This course is an introduction to
the morphology and classification of the Hexapoda.
An intensive study of the characteristics of the
major and minor insect orders will be conducted
with emphasis placed on taxonomy, physiology, ecology,
behavior, and insect control. Lecture, field work
and laboratory sessions required. |
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| 305
General Botany |
4 hours |
|
| Course provides an introduction to
botany. Instruction methods include lectures, demonstrations,
field experiences, and laboratory. Sessions will
emphasize microscopic and macroscopic observations
and the use of a dendrology dichotomous key. Must
complete BIOL 293 with a grade of "C"
or better or take it was a corequisite. |
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| 309
Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
4 hours |
|
| An introductory course designed to
provide a basic understanding of the structure and
function of the human body. Emphasis is placed on
terminology, structure, function relationships,
medical and sports training applications. Both lecture
and laboratory are required. Prerequisites:
One semester each of college level biology. Must
complete BIOL 293 with a grade of "C"
or better or take it as a corequisite. |
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| 310
Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
4 hours |
|
| This is an intermediate level course
designed to provide a detailed understanding of
the structure and function of the human body. Emphasis
is placed on metabolism, locomotion and human performance.
Both lecture and laboratory are required. Prerequisite:
Biology 309. Must complete BIOL 293 with a grade
of "C" or better or take it as a corequiste. |
| |
| 335
Cell Physiology |
4 hours |
|
| Study of physiology of living organisms
at the cellular and molecular levels. Topics include
theories for the evolution of life; functions of
cell structures and organelles; anabolic and catabolic
pathways for proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids;
physiology of neuron and muscle functions; passive
and active immunity and cellular mechanisms involved
in oncogenesis. Prerequisite: 8 credits of biology
with a grade of “C” or better in BIOL
102, BIOL 290 or BIOL 361. Must complete BIOL 293
with a grade of "C" or better or take
it as a corequisite. |
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| 352
Plant Anatomy and Morphology |
4 hours |
|
| Detailed study of vascular plant anatomy and morphology
considered from an evolutionary taxonomic viewpoint.
Labs involve study of anatomy and morphology of
all vascular plant groups, paleobotany and floral
anatomy of local spring flora. Prerequisite:
Grade of “C” or better in BIOL 305.
Must complete BIOL 293 with a grade of "C"
or better or take it as a corequisite |
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| This is a course in concepts and principles of
microbiology. Structures, processes, genetics and
interactions of microbes are included. Methods of
culturing, handling and treating microbes are a
major component of the laboratory work. Viruses,
basic biochemistry, molecular biology and principles
of immunology are studied. Prerequisites: eight
(8) hours of biology and four (4) hours of chemistry.
Must complete BIOL 293 with a grade of "C"
or better or take it as a corequisite |
| |
| 362
Plant Physiology |
4 hours |
|
| A general introduction beginning with a consideration
of basic plant related biophysics. Plant/soil, plant/water
relationships, mineral nutrition, photosynthesis,
and growth are considered in some detail. Prerequisites:
A grade of "C" or better in BIOL 305 and
BIOL 335. Must complete BIOL 293 with a grade of
"C" or better or take it as a corequisite. |
| |
| 363
Non vascular Plants |
4 hours |
|
| This class is an introduction to the taxonomy
and morphology of fresh water algae and common fungi,
lichens, mosses, and liverworts. Prerequisite:
Grade of “C” or better in BIOL 305 and
8 hours of college BIOL. Must complete BIOL 293
with a grade of "C" or better or take
it as a corequisite. |
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|
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| This course is a survey of the major parasites
with emphasis placed on anatomy, taxonomy, physiology,
ecology, and economic importance. Lecture, field
work, and laboratory sessions required. Prerequisites:
8 hours of college BIOL. Must complete BIOL 293
with a grade of "C" or better or take
it as a corequisite. |
| |
| 400
Ecology and Field Biology |
4 hours |
|
| An introduction to the basic concepts and principles
of ecology coupled with field observations of plants
and animals. Prerequisites: 12 hours of College
Science and a grade of "C" or better in
BIOL 201, 293. |
| |
| 405
Comparative Anatomy |
4 hours |
|
| This course is a phylogenic study that compares
and contrasts the body system of each major group
of the Chordata. Lecture and laboratory sessions
required. Prerequisites: 12 hours of College
Science and a grade of "C" or better in
BIOL 293. |
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| Study of the nervous system, which confers on
animals the ability to sense the environment, to
process information and to move in the world. Topics
include the basic elements of neurobiology, cellular
communication, and sensory and motor systems. This
information will be applied to the understanding
of the neural basis of behavior, the malleability
of neural systems, learning and memory. Prerequisites:
12 hours of college Biology with a grade of "C"
or better, of which included BIOL 335 or BIOL 361.
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| Study of ethical issues involved in the social
impact of biotechnology in the global environment.
A writing and discussion intensive approach to understanding
the principles of bioethics and current issues impacting
our society. Prerequisite: 12 hours of college
Biology with a grade of "C" or better,
of which included BIOL 335 or BIOL 361 |
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| Topics included are Mendelian, population, and
molecular genetics. Prerequisite: MATH 102.
12 hours of College BIOL including BIOL 335
and a grade of "C" or better in BIOL 293.
|
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| 493
Senior Seminar |
4 hours |
|
| This course is designed to provide senior biology
majors the opportunity to discuss critical issues
in biology. Students will gain presentation experience
as well as review various concepts in biology. This
course also serves as a capstone course for the
biology degree senior assessment. Note: Students
must complete 90 hours toward the biology degree
in order to enroll in this course. |
