Allied Health Minor Course Descriptions
For the minor, you will choose;
- BIO, CHM, or PHS — Four courses with labs — 16 credits
- PSY 300-400 — level course — 3 credits
- HLT 100 — Introduction to Healthcare — 1 credits
- Electives — 5
Total 25 credits
BIO 101 General Biology
4 Hours
Students will examine concepts and theories in the following areas: the philosophy and methods of science; ecology; cell structure and function; genetics; and evolution. Three lectures, one laboratory. This course is intended to primarily serve those not majoring in the Biological Sciences. Note: A student who takes BIO 101/BIO 101L and then decides to major in the life sciences may take BIO 122 with consent of the instructor. If the instructor determines it is in the best interest of the student to take BIO 120, only BIO 120 will count toward the major. Any student who takes both BIO 101 and BIO 120 can count only one of these courses toward the major. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 101L.
BIO 120 Principles of Biology I
4 Hours
Students will examine concepts and theories in the following areas: the philosophy and methods of science; ecology; cell structure and function; genetics; and evolution. Three lectures, one laboratory. This course is intended to primarily serve those majoring in the Biological Sciences. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 120L.
BIO 122 Principles of Biology II
4 Hours
This course includes the philosophy and methods of science, nutrition, gas exchange, internal transport, osmoregulation, chemical control, nervous control, reproduction, development, diversity and classification of organisms. Three lectures, one laboratory. Prerequisite: BIO 120/120L. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO120L.
BIO 150 Readings in Biology
1 Hours
This course includes assigned readings and term papers in classical biological literature. Students may earn a total of two hours of credit for the major or minor. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
BIO 350 Readings in Biology
1 Hours
This course includes assigned readings and term papers in classical biological literature. Students may earn a total of two hours of credit for the major or minor. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
BIO 200 Research
1 Hours
Independent and directed research using biological methods. Students must choose a research activity acceptable to the Department of Biological Sciences. Students may take up to 4 credits per semester, not to exceed 8 credits total, only up to 2 credits of which may be counted as elective credits towards a major or a minor in the Department of Biological Sciences. Prerequisites: BIO 120, prerequisite or corequisite BIO 122 and consent of instructor.
BIO 220 Anatomy and Physiology I
4 Hours
This course is an in-depth study of the structure and function of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems at all levels of organization. Topics include cell biology, histology, developmental anatomy and pathological conditions relevant to students majoring in the health sciences. Three lectures and one laboratory. Prerequisites: CHM 174/174L or CHM 231/231L. Prerequisite or corequisite BIO 220L.
BIO 300 Research
1 Hours
Independent and directed research using biological methods. Students must choose a research activity acceptable to the Department of Biological Sciences. Students may take up to 4 credits per semester, not to exceed 8 credits total, only up to 2 credits of which may be counted as elective credits towards a major or a minor in the Department of Biological Sciences. Prerequisites: BIO 122/122L and consent of instructor.
BIO 301 Biostatistics
4 Hours
This course covers the basic tools for the collection, analysis and presentation of biological data. Topics include the general principles of study design, hypothesis testing, basic descriptive statistics and specific statistical tests including t-test, correlation, chi-squared, contingency analysis, data transformations, analysis of variance, regression and some non-parametric methods. Prerequisites: BIO 120 and BIO 122, and MTH 125. Individuals without a major in the Department of Biological Sciences require instructor consent.
BIO 302 Ecology
4 Hours
Students will study the principles governing the relationships of plants, animals and their environment. 3 hour of lecture, 1 hour of lab. This course includes field trips. Prerequisites: BIO 122/122L, BIO301. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO302L.
BIO 305 Biology Teaching Methods
2 Hours
This course is an introduction to the texts, manuals, materials, apparatus and methods of teaching biology. One lecture, one laboratory. It cannot be taken as a directed study. Prerequisites: 15 hours of biological science including BIO120, 122, 316, CHM 164, EDU 201 and EDU 456.
BIO 311 Invertebrate Zoology
4 Hours
Students will investigate the biology of representative invertebrates, including their structure and function, phylogeny, taxonomy, behavior, and ecology. Includes one hour lecture, one hour laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 122/122L. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 311L.
BIO 316 Evolutionary Biology
3 Hours
This course includes the history, genetic basis and products of evolutionary forces, including understanding the factors that affect evolutionary change, and the modes of evolutionary change. This course is designed to present the evidence for evolution and its effects on populations from the molecular to the community and ecosystem level. Prerequisite: BIO 315.
BIO 318 Botany
4 Hours
This course is a comparative study of the structure and reproduction of fungi and lower plants, with emphasis on seed plants. Students will study the principles of plant classification, identification and nomenclature, including the systematic relationships of vascular plants with an emphasis on flowering plants. Laboratories will include field trips, identification of collections and techniques used in gathering evidence for classification. Three lectures, one laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 122/122L. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 318L
BIO 323 Mammalogy
4 Hours
Topics covered in this course include the evolution, taxonomy, distribution, adaptations, ecology and behavior of mammals. Three lectures, one laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 122/122L or consent of instructor. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 323L
BIO 324 Ornithology
4 Hours
This course involves the study of the origin, evolution, structure, behavior, adaptations, distribution and classification of birds. Three lectures, one laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 122/122L or consent of instructor. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 324L.
BIO 325 Principles of Wildlife Management
3 Hours
An introduction to the basic principles used in the management of wildlife and fish populations, their habitats, and human uses.The course is directed toward the presentation of general concepts that are integral to understanding the discipline. Prerequisites: BIO 122/122L or consent of instructor.
BIO 330 Anatomy and Physiology II
4 Hours
This course is an in-depth study of the structure and function of the endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems at all levels of organization. Other topics include fluid and electrolyte balance, acid-base balance, and pathological conditions relevant to students majoring in the health sciences. Three lectures and one laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 220/220L. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 330L
BIO 333 Microbiology
4 Hours
Students will study the biology of bacteria, viruses, yeasts, molds and certain animal parasites. Topics included in this course include microbial morphology, anatomy, growth, reproduction, physiology and genetics. Three lectures, one laboratory. Prerequisites: CHM 174/174L or CHM 231/231L. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 333L.
BIO 344 Immunology
4 Hours
An introduction into the chemical, genetic,and biological properties of immune responses, acquired immunity and the production of antibodies. Three lectures, one laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 122/122L, and CHM 174/174L or CHM 231/231L or consent of instructor. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 344L
BIO 346 Intro to Molecular and Cell Biology
4 Hours
Study of the structure and function of the cell and its subcellular components. Provides an understanding of membrane and cellular physiology from a molecular aspect. Three lectures, one laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 122/122L, and CHM 174/174L or CHM 231/231L or consent of instructor. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIO 346L.
BIO 400 Research Problems in Biology
1 Hours
This course involves advanced independent work using biological methods. Students will choose a research-type activity acceptable to the biology department. Prerequisites: BIO101, BIO102, an approved proposal and consent of the instructor.
BIO 403 Research in Biochemistry
1 Hours
An introduction into the methodology and techniques used in the modern biochemistry research laboratory. Students are encouraged to design and investigate an individual research project within the instructor's scope of research and to present their results. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
470 Capstone Experience in Biological Sciences
2 Hours
Students will reflect on experiences within their biological sciences major, including coursework, internships and/or research experiences by writing a substantial summative paper that also includes possible career choices and graduate school paths of study within their field. Additionally, students will present an oral seminar about their research or internships to students on this campus. Prerequisite: by departmental permission only, and students must have documented at least 120 hours of previous field experience, internship, and/or research.
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