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BIOL 110 Agricultural Biology (3 credits)
This is an introductory level, non-majors transferable class to prepare the agriculture students. Including: plant growth, animal growth, cell biology. Principles of plant and animal growth applied to the production of crops and livestock. A basic understanding of chemical structures, cell biology, anatomy, physiology, reproduction and genetics is included. Corequisite: BIOL 110L. (F) ND:LABSC
BIOL 110L Agricultural Biology Lab (1)
Hands-on experience in microscopy, cellular organization, tissue culture, genetics and plant and animal anatomy and physiology. Corequisite: BIOL 110. (F) ND:LABSC
BIOL 111 Concepts of Biology (3)
Concepts of Biology is an introductory level non-majors transferable class that focuses on basic science literacy including the topics of cellular and molecular biology, genetics, evolution, taxonomy and environmental biology. Corequisite: BIOL 111L. (F, S) ND:LABSC
BIOL 111L Concepts of Biology Lab (1)
Concepts of Biology Lab is an introductory level non-majors transferable class that focuses on basic science literacy including the topics of cellular and molecular biology, genetics, evolution, taxonomy and environmental biology. Corequisite: BIOL 111. (F, S) ND:LABSC
BIOL 115 Human Structure and Function (3)
A one-semester course that integrates the structure and function of the human body and is an introduction to basic chemistry, the cell, tissues and all major organ systems. Corequisite: BIOL 115L. (F, S, O) ND:LABSC
BIOL 115L Human Structure and Function Lab (1)
A one-semester course that integrates the structure and function of the human body. This course is a hands-on experience utilizing a variety of learning tools and is an introduction to basic chemistry, the cell, tissues and all major organ systems. Corequisite: BIOL 115. (F, S, O) ND:LABSC
BIOL 124 Environmental Science (3)
Explores the relationship between humans and their environment and is an introductory non-majors transferable class. Topics covered include: agricultural, industrial, and urban pollution; waste management and treatment; greenhouse effect and global warming; natural resource consumption/management and population growth; conventional and alternative energy sources, nuclear energy; effects of natural disasters. Emphasis is placed on understanding current environmental issues from a scientific standpoint. Corequisite: BIOL 124L. (F, O) (Cross Reference BIOF 102) ND:LABSC
BIOL 124L Environmental Science Lab (1)
Explores the relationship between humans and their environment and is an introductory non-majors transferable class. It is designed to meet the requirements of a North Dakota lab science course. The course explores the relationship between humans and their environment. Laboratory activities will address: agricultural, industrial and urban pollution; waste management and treatment; greenhouse effect and global warming; natural resource consumption/ management and population growth; conventional and alternative energy sources, nuclear energy; effects of natural disasters. Emphasis is placed on understanding current environmental issues from a scientific standpoint. Corequisite: BIOL 124. (F) ND:LABSC
BIOL 150 General Biology I (3)
The first semester of a two-semester sequenced study of the fundamental topics of biology with an emphasis on cellular biology. Corequisite: BIOL 150L. (F, O) ND:LABSC
BIOL 150L General Biology I Lab (1)
A laboratory course to be taken in conjunction with BIOL 150. Course focus is on biomolecules, cell structure, metabolism and membrane transport. Corequisite: BIOL 150. (F) ND:LABSC
BIOL 151 General Biology II (3)
The second semester of a two semester sequenced study of the fundamental topics of biology, with an emphasis on organismal biology. The course is designed for science majors and focuses on evolution, taxonomy, and ecology. Prerequisites: BIOL 150 and BIOL 150L. Corequisite: BIOL 151L. (S) ND:LABSC
BIOL 151L General Biology II Lab (1)
The second semester of a two semester sequenced study of the fundamental topics of biology, with an emphasis on organismal biology. The course is designed for science majors and utilizes a variety of learning tools to study evolution, taxonomy, and ecology. Prerequisites: Biology 150 and Biology 150L. Corequisite: BIOL 151. (S) ND:LABSC
BIOL 170 General Zoology (3)
A survey of the animal kingdom, from simple to complex. Major invertebrate and vertebrate animal groups will be covered with emphasis on structure, function, life history characteristics and evolutionary advancements of each. Topics of animal ecology, with emphasis on regional species, concludes the course. Three one-hour lectures per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 150 or BIOL 151 or consent of instructor. Corequisite: BIOL 170L. ND:LABSC
BIOL 170L General Zoology Lab (1)
A laboratory course to be taken in conjunction with BIOL 170. The structure and function of representatives of all major animal groups will be examined. Dissection and use of the microscope will be emphasized. The course will include a field trip to local terrestrial and aquatic habitats. One three-hour lab per week.
Corequisite: BIOL 170. ND:LABSC
BIOL 213 General Pathology (3)
A general overview of the disease process and the mechanisms by which the human body copes with disease. Also a survey of the more common diseases affecting various body systems. (S, O)
BIOL 220 Anatomy and Physiology I (3)
The first semester in the study of structure and function of the human body as an integrated whole. Corequisite: BIOL 220L. (F, Su, O) ND:LABSC
BIOL 220L Anatomy and Physiology I Lab (1)
A self-directed laboratory study of structure and functions of the human body that examines the general plan of body cells, tissues, and the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. This course emphasizes actual “hands-on” learning utilizing a variety of learning tools. This is the first semester of a two-semester course. Corequisite: BIOL 220. (F, S, Su, O) ND:LABSC
BIOL 221 Anatomy and Physiology II (3)
The second semester in the study of structure and function of the human body as an integrated whole. Prerequisite: BIOL 220. Corequisite: BIOL 221L. (F, S, Su, O) ND:LABSC
BIOL 221L Anatomy and Physiology II Lab (1)
A self-directed laboratory study of structure and functions of the human body that includes the anatomy and physiology of the endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. This course emphasizes actual “hands-on” learning utilizing a variety of learning tools. This is the second semester of a two-semester course. Corequisite: BIOL 221. (F, S, Su, O) ND:LABSC
BIOL X92 Experimental Course (1-9)
A course designed to meet special departmental needs during new course development. It is used for one year after which time the course is assigned a different number.
BIOL 299 Special Topics (1-9)
A course designed to meet special departmental needs.
See also Microbiology (MICR)
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