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Department of Biological Sciences
Chair and Professor : CookAssistant Chair and Professor: Scalarone
Assistant Chair for Graduate Programs and Professor: (vacant)
Professors: R. Anderson, Farrell, House, Huntly, Inouye, Kritsky, R. McCune, Minshall, Peterson, Pratt, Rodnick, Rose, Seeley, L. Smith, Stephens, Urfer, Winston
Associate Professors: C. Anderson, Brandon, Hill, Meldrum, R. Smith
Assistant Professors: Delehanty, Germino, Groome, Keeley, Magnuson, Matocq, Thomas, Weiler, Williams
Clinical Assistant Professors: Galindo, Nehr-Kanet, Spiegel
Research Associate Professor: Shields
Research Assistant Professors: McGonigle, Sheridan
Affiliate Faculty: Akersten, Apel, R. Boeger, W. Boeger, Bowers, Brattain, Bryant, C. Bunde, Burch, Carlson-Lammers, Chesson, Childress, Clark, Colwell, Cummings, Danehy, DeVeaux, Donahue, Dunham, Eisentrager, Fujita, Garrison, Halbrook, Hernandez, Hoag, Hoberg, Jeter, Keener, LaPatra, Laundré, Laxminarayan, Lehman, Lenington, Lessa, Loxterman, Markham, J. Minshall, Moodie, Moran, Newby, Perotto, N. Poulson, Ptacek, Reed, Reynolds, Roberto, Rosentreter, Schuerman, Scoville, Shea, Shoaf, Sojka, Sorenson, Stormberg, Telford III, Vecellio, vonDohlen, Ward, Weinberg, White, Winterfeld
Emeriti: Bowmer, D. Bunde, Griffith, Holte, Linder, J. McCune, F. Rose, Saul, Spall, Streubel, Trost, Tullis, White
The Department of Biological Sciences offers the following undergraduate degrees:
Associate of Science in BiologyThe B.S. in Biology program, with fewer required courses than the other B.S. majors, is designed to present the student selecting this major with considerable latitude in developing an individualized program. It also has the flexibility of permitting a student to select courses to meet the State of Idaho requirements for teacher certification while completing a degree in the Department of Biological Sciences. The student is permitted 67 elective hours in the program. 27 of these credits must be selected from biology with the remainder restricted only by university general requirements.
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry*
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Botany
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science
Bachelor of Science in Ecology
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Zoology
*(Joint program with the Department of Chemistry.)The B.S. degrees in Botany and Zoology are designed to prepare students for professional and graduate schools. These majors incorporate the biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics required to meet the admission requirements of most graduate and professional schools. Included in these programs are the General Education Requirements as well as electives which permit considerable breadth in training.
The Ecology program seeks to develop an understanding of ecological systems and their reactions to perturbations, expertise in problem solving and communication skills, and a solid background in basic ecology and supporting disciplines. The curriculum was designed to meet the needs of students who are interested in environmental assessment, planning, conservation, work with natural resource management agencies, or of those who wish to pursue advanced training in ecology.
The student majoring in Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Biochemistry is provided with a broad base of theoretical and practical knowledge which will qualify him or her either for an immediate career in microbiology, clinical laboratory science, or biochemistry or for further education in graduate or professional school. Men and women in the health professions use their microbiological and biochemical training daily to diagnose and treat disease conditions caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, cancers, and biochemical imbalances. Food microbiologists and research scientists directly apply their knowledge of the basic principles of microbiology and biochemistry in the development and processing of their products. Doctors, nurses, and medical and dental technicians constantly utilize microbiology training in their work.
The student pursuing any B.S. degree in the biological sciences must complete General Education Goals 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5; two of Goals 6, 7, 8; and three of Goals 9, 10, 11, and 12 (Goals 10A and 10B are alternate means of satisfying Goal 10), in addition to satisfying the departmental requirements.
A maximum of 8 credits of BIOS g481/g482, Independent Problems, may be applied to any Bachelor’s degree program in Biological Sciences. Students involved in undergraduate research may also apply 4 credits of BIOS 493, Senior Thesis, to their degree program.
Students may select courses in the College of Education to meet the requirements for teacher certification while completing a degree in the College of Arts and Sciences. Such students must apply for admission to the Teacher Education Program. See the Teacher Education Program in this Catalog for requirements in the College of Education.
Students should consult current departmental list of course rotations to determine which semesters and years these courses will be offered.
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Freshman YearBIOL 101 Biology I 4 cr BIOL 102 Biology II 4 cr CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5 cr CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 4 cr CHEM 114 Cations and Anions 1 cr COMM 101 Principles of Speech 2 cr ENGL 101 Composition 3 cr MATH 147 Precalculus 5 cr MATH 170 Calculus I 4 cr TOTAL: 32 crSophomore YearENGL 102 Critical Reading and Writing 3 cr CHEM 232 Quantitative Analysis 2 cr CHEM 234 Quantitative Analysis Lab 2 cr CHEM 301/303 Organic Chemistry I and Lab 4 cr CHEM 302/304 Organic Chemistry II and Lab 4 cr MATH 175 Calculus II 4 cr PHYS 211-212 Engineering Physics I & II 8 cr PHYS 213-214 Engineering Physics Lab I & II 2 cr IN ADDITION: One of Goals 9,11 or 12 6 cr TOTAL: 35 crJunior YearBIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 cr BIOS 235 General Microbiology 4 cr CHEM 331 Instrumental Analysis 2 cr CHEM 334 Instrumental Analysis Lab 2 cr CHEM 351-352 Physical Chemistry 6 cr IN ADDITION: Foreign Language (Goal 10B) 8 cr Two of Goals 6, 7 and 8 6 cr TOTAL: 32 crSenior YearBIOS 334 Experimental Biochemistry 1 cr BIOS g445 Biochemistry I 3 cr BIOS g447 Biochemistry II 3 cr BIOS g448 Advanced Experimental Biochemistry 2 cr CHEM g491 or g492 Seminar AND/OR BIOS g491 or g492 Seminar AND/OR BIOS 494 Seminar in Microbiology, to total 2 cr (A minimum of 1 credit must be in CHEM 491- 492 or BIOS 494.) IN ADDITION: One of Goals 9, 11, 12 3 cr Electives 20 cr TOTAL: 34 crSuggested ElectivesCHEM 211 Inorganic Chemistry I 2 cr CHEM 305 Organic Chemistry Lab III 2 cr CHEM g453 Modern Experimental Physical Chemistry 2 cr MATH 275 Calculus III 4 cr MATH 330 Linear Algebra 3 cr MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 crBachelor of Science in Biology
BIOL 101 Biology I 4 cr BIOL 102 Biology II 4 cr BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 cr BIOS 209 General Ecology 4 cr BIOS 235 General Microbiology 4 cr BIOS 315 Introduction to Biometry* 3 cr BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr BIOS g417 Organic Evolution 3 cr BIOS 491 or 492 Seminar 1 cr MATH 160 Brief Calculus** 4 cr CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5 cr CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 4 cr CHEM 301,303§ Organic Chemistry I and Lab 4 cr PHYS 111,113§ General Physics I and Lab 4 crPlus 21 credits additional upper division courses in Biological Sciences,† which must include at least 6 credits in Botany, chosen from: BIOS 309 Range Agrostology 2 cr BIOS 311 Dendrology 3 cr BIOS g404 Plant Physiology 4 cr BIOS g405 Plant Form and Function 4 cr BIOS g406 Plant Diversity and Evolution 4 cr BIOS g408 Plant Ecology 3 cr BIOS g409 Plant/Animal Interactions 3 cr BIOS g412 Systematic Botany 4 crand at least 6 credits in Zoology, chosen from: BIOS 310 Invertebrate Zoology 4 cr BIOS 314 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy 4 cr BIOS 324 Developmental Biology 4 cr BIOS g419 Mammalian Histology 4 cr BIOS g420 Musculo-Skeletal Anatomy 2 cr BIOS g423 Parasitology 3 cr BIOS g426 Herpetology 3 cr BIOS g427 Ichthyology 3 cr BIOS g429 Regional Anatomy and Histology 4 cr BIOS g431 General Entomology 3 cr BIOS g435 Vertebrate Paleontology 4 cr BIOS g438 Ornithology 3 cr BIOS g440 Human Gross Anatomy 4 cr BIOS g441 Mammalogy 3 cr BIOS g443 Endocrinology 3 cr BIOS g449 Human Physiology 4 cr BIOS g456 Human Physiology II 4 cr BIOS g459 Fish Ecology 3 cr BIOS g470 Cross-Sectional Anatomy 2 cr BIOS g486 Human Systemic Physiology 5 cr BIOS g495 Ethology 3 cr TOTAL: 65 cr Notes: * The requirement for BIOS 315 may be satisfied by taking MATH 253. ** Students may take MATH 170 in place of MATH 160. MATH 160 has a prerequisite of MATH 143. MATH 170 has prerequisites of MATH 143 and 144. Prerequisites for both classes can be satisfied by the Mathematics placement exam. § Students who plan to apply to graduate or professional programs in the biological or medical sciences are strongly advised to take a full year of Organic Chemistry (add CHEM 302, 304) and a full year of Physics (add PHYS 112, 114). These classes are required by many graduate and professional programs. † CHEM 302/304 may be counted towards required upper division credits in Biological Sciences. †† Students should consult with their advisors and with the current departmental list of course rotations to determine which semesters and years biology electives will be offered.Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Botany
1. Courses in Biological Sciences
BIOL 101 Biology I 4 cr
BIOL 102 Biology II 4 cr
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 3 cr
BIOS 209 General Ecology 4 cr
BIOS 235 General Microbiology 4 cr
BIOS 317 Organic Evolution 3 cr
BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr
BIOS g404 Elements of Plant Physiology 4 cr
BIOS g405 Plant Anatomy 3 cr
BIOS g406 Plant Morphology 4 cr
BIOS g412 Systematic Botany 4 cr
BIOS g491-g492 Seminar 2 crAnd at least 6 credits from the following upper division Botany electives:
BIOS 313 Plants and Human Prospects 3 cr
BIOS g405 Plant Form and Function 3 cr
BIOS g409 Plant/Animal Interactions 3 cr
BIOS g416 Population and Community Ecology 3 cr
BIOS g489 Field Ecology 3 cr
BIOS g481/g482 Independent Problems 1-6 cr
BIOS 493 Senior Thesis 1-4 cr2. Courses in Mathematics and Statistics
BIOS 315 Introduction to Biometry** 3 cr
MATH 160 Brief Calculus *** 4 cr3. Courses in Chemistry and Physics
CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHEM 301,303 Organic Chemistry I, Lab 4 cr
PHYS 111,113 General Physics I and Laboratory 4 crNotes
* Students planning to apply to graduate programs are advised to take CHEM 302/304 or BIOS 432, AND PHYS 112/114.
** The requirement for BIOS 315 may be satisfied by taking MATH 253
*** MATH 160 may be substituted for MATH 160. MATH 160 has a prerequisite of MATH 143. MATH 170 has a prerequisite of MATH 147. Prerequisite requirements may be satisfied by the Mathematics placement exam.Bachelor of Science in Ecology*
1. Required Biology Courses:
BIOL 101 Biology I 4 cr
BIOL 102 Biology II 4 cr
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 cr
BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr
BIOS g417 Organic Evolution 3 cr
BIOS 491 or 492 Senior Seminar 1 cr2. Required Ecology Courses**, ***
BIOS 192 Ecology Seminar 1 cr
BIOS 209 General Ecology 4 cr
BIOS 418 Ecological Topics 1-3 cr
BIOS 489 Field Ecology 3 cr
BIOS 496 Ecology Senior Seminar 1 crPlus two of the following courses:
BIOS 337 Conservation of Natural Resources 3 cr
BIOS g408 Plant Ecology 3 cr
BIOS g409 Plant/Animal Interactions 3 cr
BIOS g416 Population and Community Ecology 3 cr
BIOS g452 Population Ecology 3 cr
BIOS g459 Fish Ecology 3 cr
BIOS g462 Freshwater Ecology 3 cr
BIOS g476 Ecology of Water Pollution 3 cr3. Organismal Biology (Take two of the following courses)***
BIOS 303 Principles of Animal Physiology 4 cr
BIOS 310 Invertebrate Zoology 4 cr
BIOS g404 Plant Physiology 4 cr
BIOS g405 Plant Form and Function 3 cr
BIOS g406 Plant Diversity and Evolution 4 cr
BIOS g412 Systematic Botany 4 cr
BIOS g426 Herpetology 3 cr
BIOS g427 Ichthyology 3 cr
BIOS g431 General Entomology 3 cr
BIOS g435 Vertebrate Paleontology 4 cr
BIOS g438 Ornithology 3 cr
BIOS g441 Mammalogy 3 cr
BIOS g495 Ethology 3 cr4. Required Quantitative Skills Courses***
BIOS 315 Introduction to Biometry 3 cr
PHYS 111,113 General Physics I and Lab 4 crPlus one of the following courses:
GEOL 403 Introduction to GIS 3 cr
PHYS 112 General Physics II 3 cr
MATH 175 Calculus II (must have MATH 170) 4 cr
MATH 287 Discrete Structures 3 cr
MATH 330 Linear Algebra 3 cr5. Required Supporting Sciences Courses†
MATH 160†† Brief Calculus 4 cr
OR
MATH 170 Calculus I 4 cr
CHEM 111,113 General Chemistry I and Lab 5 cr
CHEM 112,114 General Chemistry II and Lab 4 cr
CHEM 301,303 Organic Chemistry I and Lab 4 crPlus one of the following courses:
BIOS g432 Biochemistry (1 semester class) 3 cr
BIOS g445 Biochemistry I 3 cr
BIOS g447 Biochemistry II 3 cr
CHEM 302,304 Organic Chemistry II and Lab 4 cr
GEOL 101,101L Physical Geology and Lab 4 cr
GEOL g402 Geomorphology 4 cr
GEOL g406 Environmental Geology 3 cr
GEOL g409 Remote Sensing 3 cr
GEOL g415 Quaternary Geology 4 cr
GEOL g420 Principles of Geochemistry 3 cr
GEOL g421 Structural Geology 4 cr
GEOL g430 Principles of Hydrogeology 3 cr
GEOL g445 Principles of Geophysics 4 cr
GEOL g452 Sedimentation–Stratigraphy 3 cr
MATH 175 Calculus II 4 cr
MATH 287 Discrete Structures 3 cr
MATH 330 Linear Algebra 3 cr
PHYS 112 General Physics II 3 cr
PHYS g412 Environmental Health Physics 3 crNotes:
* In addition to courses listed here, ECON 201 and 202 are highly recommended (only 3 credits apply toward General Education Requirements, Goal 11). In addition, a student should take a minimum of 9 credits in a single area of concentration outside the Biological Sciences Department, e.g. business, computer science, political science. A class may not be used to satisfy requirements in more than one area (e.g., Calculus II may not be used to satisfy the Quantitative Skills requirement and the Supporting Sciences requirement).
**It is recommended that additional credits be taken in BIOS g481-g482, Independent Problems, or BIOS 493, Senior Thesis, in the area of ecology.
***Credits for BIOS 481, 482, 493, or 499 can be substituted for courses in categories 2, 3, and 4, subject to approval by the Assistant Chair for Undergraduate Programs.
§ The requirement for BIOS 315 may be satisfied by taking MATH 253.
†Many graduate programs in Ecology, including ISU’s M.S. and Ph.D. programs, require one year of organic chemistry and one year of physics. If you plan to apply to a graduate program, you are advised to include these courses in your undergraduate program. In many cases a semester of biochemistry can be used in place of the second semester of organic chemistry.
†† Students may take MATH 170 in place of MATH 160. MATH 160 has a prerequisite of MATH 143. MATH 170 has prerequisites of MATH 143 & 144. Prerequisites for both classes can be satisfied by the Mathematics placement exam.
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
The General Education and Total University Credit Requirements must be met. See General Education Goals for a B.S. degree. A minimum of 128 credits are required for graduation. 36 of these must be upper division credits.Courses in Biological Sciences
BIOL 101 Biology I 4 cr
BIOL 102 Biology II 4 cr
BIOS 235 General Microbiology 4 cr
BIOS 334 Experimental Biochemistry 1 cr
BIOS g432* Biochemistry 3 cr
BIOS g433 Microbial Physiology 3 cr
BIOS g434 Microbial Diversity 3 cr
BIOS g451 Immunology 3 cr
BIOS 451L Immunology Laboratory 1 cr
BIOS g455 Pathogenic Microbiology 3 cr
BIOS 455L Pathogenic Microbiology Laboratory 2 cr
BIOS g465 Microbial Genetics 3 cr
BIOS g467 Microbial Genetics Laboratory 1 cr
BIOS g475 General Virology 3 cr
BIOS g477 Bacterial Virology Laboratory 1 cr
BIOS g478 Animal Virology Laboratory 1 cr
BIOS g491 or 492Senior Seminar 1 cr
BIOS 494 Senior Seminar 1 cr
Courses in MathMATH 147 Precalculus 5 cr MATH 160** Brief Calculus 4 crCourses in Chemistry
CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHEM 232,234 Quantitative Analysis and Lab 4 cr
CHEM 301,303 Organic Chemistry I and Lab 4 cr
CHEM 302,304 Organic Chemistry II and Lab 4 crCourses in Physics
PHYS 111,113 General Physics I and Lab 4 cr PHYS 112,114 General Physics II and Lab 4 crCourses in Foreign LanguageForeign Language 8 crAny of the foreign languages offered at ISU. This requirement is waived for those who have taken 2 or more years of high school foreign language in the same language with a grade of "C" or above. A high school transcript must be delivered to the Department of Biological Sciences.*Students electing to take BIOS 447 (Biochemistry II) are advised to take BIOS 445 as the first biochemistry course.**Students electing to take MATH 175 are advised to take MATH 170 rather than MATH 160 as the first calculus course.
***Any of the foreign languages offered at ISU. This requirement is waived for those who have taken 2 or more years of high school foriegn language in the same language with a grade of “C” or above. A high school transcript must be delivered to the Department of Biological Sciences.
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Zoology
Required CoursesBIOL 101 Biology I 4 cr BIOL 102 Biology II 4 cr BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 cr BIOS 209 General Ecology 4 cr BIOS 303 Principles of Animal Physiology* 4 cr BIOS 310 Invertebrate Zoology 4 cr BIOS 314 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy 4 cr OR BIOS 324 Comparative Embryology and Human Development 4 cr BIOS 315 Introduction to Biometry* 3 cr BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr BIOS g417 Organic Evolution 3 cr BIOS 491,492 Seminar 2 cr CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5 cr CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 4 cr CHEM 301,303 Organic Chemistry I and Lab 4 cr CHEM 302,304 Organic Chemistry II and Lab 4 cr MATH 147 Precalculus 5 cr MATH 160 Brief Calculus** 4 cr PHYS 111,113 General Physics I and Lab 4 cr PHYS 112,114 General Physics II and Lab 4 cr Electives (upper-division zoology) 6 cr TOTAL: 74 cr * The requirement for BIOS 303 may be satisfied by taking BIOS 301 and 302, Anatomy and Physiology.**The requirement for BIOS 315 may be satisfied by taking MATH 253.*** Students may take MATH 170 in place of MATH 160. MATH 160 has a prerequisite of MATH 143. MATH 170 has prerequisites of MATH 143 and 144. Prerequisites for both classes can be satisfied by the Mathematics placement exam.Minor in Biology
Minors in Biological SciencesThe Biology Minor is available only for majors outside of the Biological Sciences.
BIOL 101 Biology I 4 cr BIOL 102 Biology II 4 cr BIOS 221 Introductory Microbiology 3 cr BIOS 223 Introductory Microbiology Laboratory 1 cr BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 cr BIOS 209 General Ecology 4 cr BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr BIOS g417 Organic Evolution 3 cr Upper division Biology courses 3-4 cr TOTAL: 29-30 crMinor in Botany
BIOL 101 Biology I 4 cr
BIOL 102 Biology II 4 cr
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 cr
BIOS 209 General Ecology 4 cr
BIOS g417 Organic Evolution 3 cr
BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr
Upper division Botany courses* 7-8 cr
TOTAL: 28-30 cr*BIOS g481-g482 and BIOS g491-g492 may not be used without
prior approval of the departmental chair or assistant chair.Minor in Ecology (21 credits)
BIOL 101 Biology I 4 cr BIOL 102 Biology II 4 cr BIOS 192 Ecology Seminar 1 cr BIOS 209 General Ecology 4 crAny combination of the following courses to total 12 credits:BIOS 320 Physiological Ecology 3 cr BIOS 337 Conservation of Natural Resources 3 cr BIOS g408 Plant Ecology 3 cr BIOS g416 Community Ecology 3 cr BIOS g418 Ecological Topics 2 cr BIOS g452 Population Ecology 3 cr BIOS g459 Fish Ecology 3 cr BIOS g462 Fresh Water Ecology 3 cr BIOS g476 Ecology of Water Pollution 3 cr BIOS g489 Field Ecology 3 cr *BIOS g481-g482 and BIOS g491-g492 may not be used without prior approval of the departmental chair or assistant chair.Minor in Microbiology
BIOS 235 General Microbiology 4 crAny combination of the following courses to total 14 credits:
BIOS 334 Experimental Biochemistry 1 cr BIOS 410 Ecology of Microorganisms 3 cr BIOS g432 Biochemistry 3 cr BIOS g433 Microbial Physiology 4 cr BIOS g434 Microbial Diversity 3 cr BIOS g451 Immunology 3 cr BIOS 451L Immunology Laboratory 1 cr BIOS g455 Pathogenic Microbiology 3 cr BIOS 455L Pathogenic Microbiology Laboratory 2 cr BIOS g465 Microbial Genetics 3 cr BIOS g467 Microbial Genetics Laboratory 1 cr BIOS g475 General Virology 3 cr BIOS g477 Bacterial Virology Laboratory 1 cr BIOS g478 Animal Virology Laboratory 1 cr TOTAL: 21 cr *BIOS g481-g482, BIOS g491-g492, and BIOS 494 may not be used without prior approval of the departmental chair or assistant chair.Minor in ZoologyBIOL 101 Biology I 4 cr BIOL 102 Biology II 4 cr BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 cr BIOS 209 General Ecology 4 cr BIOS g417 Organic Evolution 3 cr BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr Upper division Zoology courses* 7-8 cr TOTAL: 25-26 or 29-30 cr *BIOS g481-g482 and BIOS g491-g492 may not be used without prior approval of the departmental chair or assistant chair.Associate of Science in Biology
Students seeking an Associate of Science degree in Biology must complete the following:General Education Goals for the Bachelor of Science* variable BIOL 101 Biology I 4 cr BIOL 102 Biology II 4 cr BIOS 209 General Ecology 4 cr BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 cr OR BIOS 221-223 Introductory Microbiology and Lab 4 cr CHEM 111-112** General Chemistry I and II 8 cr OR CHEM 101-102 Essentials of Chemistry I and II 10 cr MATH 147 College Algebra and Trigonometry 5 cr MATH 160*** Brief Calculus 4 cr OR PHYS 111-113 General Physics I and Lab 5 cr Electives to bring total to 64 cr variable TOTAL: 64 cr * The number of credits required for the General Education requirements varies depending on the student's performance on proficiency or placement tests in English, foreign languages, and mathematics. ** Chemistry 111 and 112 are highly recommended. Chemistry 111 and 112 are required for all B.S. and B.A. degrees in the biological sciences except for a B.S. in Biology and they are required for nearly all professional programs. Please talk to your academic advisor. ***MATH 160 Brief Calculus is highly recommended. MATH 160 is required for all B.S. and B.A. degrees in the biological sciences. Please talk to your academic advisor.Clinical Laboratory Science ProgramDescription of the Program
Clinical Laboratory Scientists perform, develop, evaluate, correlate and assure validity of laboratory information; direct and supervise clinical laboratory resources and operations; and collaborate in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Clinical Laboratory Scientists practice in a variety of settings including hospitals, private laboratories, research and development laboratories, public health laboratories, and regulatory agencies, and also find positions in health care education and management. The CLS program is accredited by NAACLS, (National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science), Chicago, Illinois.Degree Alternatives
The CLS Program at ISU offers several degree alternatives at the baccalaureate level, including:Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Medical Technologist)
- B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science;
- A second B.S. in CLS for students who have completed degree requirements in related disciplines from accredited institutions and take the 38 credit professional block of CLS courses;
- Certificate of completion (students complete the professional block and another degree).
Certification by a national credentialing examination qualifies the graduate to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in hospitals and other practice venues where credentialing is required. Completion of the 38 credit CLS professional block (as part of the CLS degree, the second B.S. in CLS, or the certificate of completion) will qualify as the accredited program or internship requirement for national certification exams for Clinical Laboratory Scientists (Medical Technologists). In order to be eligible to sit for the national credentialing exam in CLS, the student must complete the full 6 credit hours of clinical experience (BIOS 411N).Award of the certificate of completion also requires 38 credits in the BIOS 411 series and completion of a B.S. degree from any accredited institution with substantially similar preparation. Determination of appropriateness of first degree is made by the program coordinator following NAACLS guidelines.
Professional Block
The professional block with the exception of 411N (Clinical Experience) is offered in live lecture/lab classes and via WEB CT (electronic delivery) in both Pocatello and Boise. With permission of the program director, the professional block can be taken on-line. 411N (Clinical Experience) is arranged through participating hospitals and clinics throughout Idaho and adjacent states.Admission to the level II courses in the professional block and the clinical experience is by application to the program. Application packets are available through the Department of Biological Sciences. Successful completion of the level I courses is required prior to entry into the level II courses and clinical experience.
Required Clinical Courses (Professional Block):
BIOS 411 Series to total 33 credits (additional credits of Experience for a total of 38 required for eligibility to sit for registry exams).
BIOS 411D Clinical Microbiology I 3 cr
BIOS 411E Clinical Microbiology II 3 cr
BIOS 411F Hematology/Hemostasis I 3 cr
BIOS 411G Hematology/Hemostasis II 3 cr
BIOS 411H Clinical Immunology
Transfusion Medicine I 3 cr
BIOS 411I Clinical Immunology
Transfusion Medicine II 3 cr
BIOS 411J Clinical Chemistry 3 cr
BIOS 411K Clinical Chemistry II 3 cr
BIOS 411M Clinical Laboratory Research 1 cr
BIOS 411N Site experience Variable 1-6 cr
BIOS 411P Phlebotomy/Urinalysis
and Waived Testing 2 cr
BIOS 411Q Introduction to
Clinical Laboratory Science 2 cr
BIOS 411S Laboratory Analysis and Management 3 crBachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science
The B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) prepares the student to enter the field of clinical laboratory science as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist and for graduate level programs in CLS or related disciplines.
The B.S. degree in CLS may be awarded with the minimum number of credits in clinical experience (1 credit hour) as long as the 128 total credit hour graduation requirement is satisfied. Such a degree would be of interest to students preparing for CLS related careers but not for employment in hospitals as Clinical Laboratory Scientists (Medical Technologists).
Students planning to attend other professional schools after completing the degree in CLS are strongly advised to check the requirements of those professional schools, particularly regarding requirements in Physics, Organic Chemistry and specific course prerequisites. Other professional programs may require different courses or prerequisites than outlined for the B.S. in CLS.
A student may be awarded a B.S. degree in Clinical Laboratory Science by fulfilling the following requirements:
1. University General Education Goals 1-5, two of Goals 6, 7, and 8, and three of Goals 9, 10a, 10b, 11 or 12.
2. Required Science and Math Courses:Chemistry:
CHEM 111-112 General Chemistry I and II 9 cr
Plus additional courses to total 16 hours, to include inorganic/organic/biochemistry/analytical chemistry.Biology:
BIOL 101/101L,102/102L Biology I and II and Labs 8 cr
AND
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 crMathematics:
MATH 143 College Algebra 3 cr
MATH 160 Brief Calculus 4 cr
OR
MATH 253 Introduction to Statistics 3 crGenetics:
BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr
OR
BIOS g465 Microbial Genetics 3 crCell Function:
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 cr
OR
BIOS g433 Microbial Physiology 4 crPathology:
BIOS g463 Human Pathophysiology 4 cr
OR
BIOS 305 Introduction to Pathobiology 3 cr
AND
Immunology:
BIOS g451 Immunology 3 crOther:
BIOS 235 General Microbiology 4 cr
AND
Human Anatomy and Physiology courses to total 8 credits.Seminar (2 credits, chosen from the following):
BIOS 491 or 492 Seminar 1 cr
BIOS 494 Seminar in Microbiology 1 cr3. Required Clinical Courses (Professional Block)
4. Additional Science/Math Courses
At least two courses selected from the following areas (or others with approval by program Coordinator):
Advanced Biochemistry
Advanced Genetics
Advanced Microbiology
Analytical Chemistry
Biochemistry
Biometry
BiophysicsComputer Science
Developmental Biology
Endocrinology
Epidemiology
Health Care Management
Histology
Instrumental AnalysisMolecular Biology
Mycology
Nutritional Biochemistry
Physics
Parasitology
Statistics
VirologyA minimum of 128 credits is required for graduation. Award of a second B.S. in CLS requires 38 credits in CLS earned beyond the completion of the requirements for the first degree. Credits used for the second degree cannot be used to fulfill requirements for the first degree. A maximum of 8 credits of BIOS g481/g482, Independent Problems, may be applied to this degree program.
Biological Sciences Courses
BIOL PrefixBIOL 100 Concepts Biology: Human Concerns 4 credits. Considers biological issues related to human environment, population, inheritance, and basic concepts of resource conservation. Historical, contemporary and future implications of these issues are discussed. Lectures, laboratories. COREQ: BIOL 100L. Satisfies Goal 4 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
BIOL 100L Concepts Biology: Human Concerns Lab 0 credit.
BIOL 101 Biology I 4 credits. Major concepts in biology with an emphasis on the acquisition of new knowledge, cell structure and function, principles of inheritance, and evolution. This course is for students majoring in the biological sciences. Lectures, laboratories. No credit if taken after BIOL 202 or 203. COREQ: BIOL 101L. Satisfies Goal 4 of the General Education Requirements. F
BIOL 101L Biology I Lab 0 credit.
BIOL 102 Biology II 4 credits. Major concepts in biology with an emphasis on the development of diversity, plant and animal structure and function, ecology, and behavior. This course is for students majoring in the biological sciences. Lectures, laboratories. No credit if taken after BIOL 202 or 203. PREREQ: BIOL 101. COREQ: BIOL 102L. S
BIOL 102L Biology II Lab 0 credit.
BIOL 205 Heredity and Its Implications 4 credits. Principles of heredity, especially of man, and their implications in human affairs. Lectures, laboratories. Satisfies Goal 4 of the General Education Requirements. D
BIOS Prefix
Each of the following BIOS courses has a required, 0-credit laboratory component that is listed separately in the Class Schedule:
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g423
g433
g359235
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g406
g426
g440
g462301
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g427
g441
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g428
g449
g474303
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g486BIOS 192 Ecology Seminar 1 credit. Designed to acquaint majors or interested students with the field of conservation and to provide opportunities for interaction among students, faculty and professionals. S
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 credits. Study of cell structure and function, including cellular chemistry, reproduction, gene expression, and regulation. PREREQ: BIOL 101 and BIOL 102; one year of college chemistry or permission of instructor. F, S
BIOS 208 Homesteading 3 credits. A course emphasizing the application of ecological and biological principles of self-reliant living in balance with nature. AS
BIOS 209 General Ecology 4 credits. Organisms in relation to their environment. Lectures, Laboratories, Field trips. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. COREQ: BIOL 209L. F
BIOS 213 Fall Flora 2 credits. For teachers and others who wish to become acquainted with Idaho plants. Common names are emphasized. Common cultivated and native plants are collected and identified. F
BIOS 214 Spring Flora 2 credits. For those who wish to become acquainted with the common names and habitat of edible, poisonous, native, and cultivated springtime plants of southeast Idaho. Identification and collection techniques are emphasized. S
BIOS 221 Introductory Microbiology 3 credits. Essential principles of microbiology and an introduction to various applications of economic importance. No credit if taken after BIOS 235. PREREQ: PREREQ: CHEM 101 or CHEM 111; BIOL 202 or BIOL 203, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. COREQ: BIOL 223. F, S
BIOS 223 Introductory Microbiology Laboratory 1 credit. PREREQ or COREQ: BIOS 221. F, S
BIOS 230 Bioethics 3 credits. Examination of recent advances in biology and medicine in relation to basic ethical theories and traditional value systems. Focuses on human reproduction, genetic engineering, medical care, humans as experimental subjects, environmental issues, and death and dying. D
BIOS 235 General Microbiology 4 credits. Comparative taxonomy, cytology, physiology, genetics, immunology, and ecology of microorganisms, and a survey of important applications. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ or COREQ: BIOL 202 or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102, and CHEM 301, or permission of instructor. F, S
BIOS 243 Nature Photography 2 credits. A course involving the techniques of maxi-, mini-, and micro-nature photography. Darkroom procedures will be covered. D
BIOS 301 Anatomy and Physiology 4 credits. Structures and functions of integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOL 101. F
BIOS 302 Anatomy and Physiology 4 credits. Structures and functions of circulatory, respiratory, urinary, digestive, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOL 101. S
BIOS 303 Principles of Animal Physiology 4 credits. Compares homeostatic processes including ionic and osmotic regulation, nerve and muscle physiology, circulation, and respiration. Lecture and Laboratory. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102, and one year of college chemistry. S
BIOS 305 Introduction to Pathobiology 3 credits. Concepts of pathobiology, to include causes, common mechanisms and manifestations of human disease. Patterns of pathogenesis as related to physiological mechanisms are examined. PREREQ: BIOL 202; BIOS 301 and BIOS 302. F
BIOS 307 Radiobiology 3 credits. Survey of the effects of ionizing radiation on living matter at the subcellular, cellular, and organismal levels. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOL 202 or BIOL 203; PHYS 111, PHYS 112, or permission of instructor. S
BIOS 309 Range Agrostology 2 credits. Study of grasses with emphasis on western species. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. AF
BIOS 310 Invertebrate Zoology 4 credits. General study of invertebrate animals with laboratory work on representatives of the invertebrate phyla. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. S
BIOS 311 Dendrology 3 credits. Identification, classification, characteristics, and economic importance of the principal species of trees of temperate North America. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOL 203. AF
BIOS 313 Plants and Human Prospects 3 credits. Examines plant and human relationships in the context of resources that are required by humans and provided by plants. Photosynthesis is discussed as the source of fossil fuels and a process that provides food for humans. Additional topics include global climate change, deforestation, biodiversity, and agricultural biotechnology. PREREQ: BIOL 102.
BIOS 314 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy 4 credits. Descriptive studies of adult morphology of selected vertebrates and examples of other representative chordates are used to illustrate the evolution of structure and function. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. F
BIOS 315 Introduction to Biometry 3 credits. Concepts of experimental design and microcomputer application of basic statistical techniques to analysis of biological data. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. AS
BIOS 324 Developmental Biology 4 credits. Fundamental principles and concepts of embryological development. Selected model systems will be studied to illustrate basic concepts in development. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. S
BIOS 334 Experimental Biochemistry 1 credit. Laboratory course including both qualitative and quantitative experiments. PREREQ or COREQ: BIOS g432. F
BIOS 337 Conservation of Natural Resources 3 credits. Principles and concepts relevant to man's influence upon his environment, especially through interruption of ecological succession, reduction of diversity in the landscape and pollution, and over-breeding. PREREQ: BIOS 209 or permission of instructor. S
BIOS 341 Medical Microbiology 2 credits. Host-parasite relationships, pathogenic properties of microorganisms and pathology of disease processes. Course restricted to Pharmacy students only. PREREQ: BIOS 342 or permission of instructor. D
BIOS 342 Basic Immunology 2 credits. Fundamental concepts of antibody-mediated and cell-mediated mechanisms of immunity. Course restricted to Pharmacy students only. PREREQ: BIOS 235 or permission of instructor. F
BIOS 358 Genetics 3 credits. Basic principles of heredity and variation. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102, and BIOS 206. F, S
BIOS 369 AIDS 1 credit. This survey course provides an overview of AIDS from biomedical and sociological perspectives. The intrusive nature of this epidemic into all aspects of our lives is emphasized. No science background is required. Graded S/U. F, S
BIOS 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
BIOS g400 Oral Histology and Embryology 3 credits. The microanatomy and formative processes of the teeth and their surrounding structures. Lectures, laboratories. S
BIOS g404 Plant Physiology 4 credits. Study of plant physiological processes including water relations, mineral nutrition, photosynthesis, respiration, translocation of photosynthate, secondary compounds and phytohormones. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102; one year of college chemistry. F
BIOS g405 Form and Function 3 credits. Integrated studies of anatomical and physiological adaptations of plants to their natural environment. Data collection and analysis will be emphasized. PREREQ: BIOL 102. AF
BIOS g406 Plant Diversity and Evolution 4 credits. Study of the reproduction, structure, development, evolution, and classification of the fungi, algae, bryophytes, and vascular plants. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. AF
BIOS g408 Plant Ecology 3 credits. Major factors limiting plant growth and distribution with emphasis on adaptation and response at the individual, population, and community levels. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203, or or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. AS
BIOS 410 Ecology of Microorganisms 3 credits. Ecological theory and principles applied to microorganisms in various environments. Emphasis on role of microbial populations and communities in key environmental processes, including nutrient cycling, trophic interactions, and ecosystem function. PREREQ: BIOS 433 or permission of instructor. AS
BIOS 411D Clinical Microbiology I 3 credits. Study and identification of medically important bacteria, viruses, fungi, chlamydiae, rickettsiae, and parasites as applicable to laboratory and infection control settings. PREREQ: permission of instructor. F, S
BIOS g411E Clinical Microbiology II 3 credits. Advanced topics in clinical microbiology, including application of laboratory techniques to the identification and evaluation of medically important pathogens, and correlations with disease states. PREREQ: BIOS 411D, admitted to CLS Internship. F, S
BIOS 411F Hematology I 3 credits. In-depth study of theoretical and practical aspects of clinical hematology and hemostasis with emphasis and correlation with pathological conditions associated with abnormalities in hematological function and hemostasis. PREREQ: permission of instructor. F, S
BIOS g411G Hematology II 3 credits. Advanced topics in hematology and hemostasis. Application of laboratory techniques, identification and evaluation of pathological conditions of hematology and hemostasis. PREREQ: BIOS 411F, admitted to CLS Internship. F, S
BIOS 411H Immunology/Serology/Immunohematology I 3 credits. Theoretical and practical aspects of clinical immunology and serology with emphasis on pathological conditions. Theoretical considerations of major blood groups with respect to transfusion therapy are included. PREREQ: permission of instructor. F, S
BIOS g411I Immunology/Serology/Immunohematology II 3 credits. Advanced topics in immunology/serology/immunohematology. Application of laboratory techniques to the identification and evaluation of antibodies and antigens. Emphasis on transfusion therapy. PREREQ: BIOS 411H, admitted to CLS Internship. F, S
BIOS 411J Clinical Chemistry 3 credits. In-depth study of theoretical and practical aspects of clinical chemistry with emphasis on and correlation with pathological conditions. PREREQ: permission of instructor. F, S
BIOS g411K Clinical Chemistry II 3 credits. Application of laboratory techniques, and evaluation of clinical chemistry testing. PREREQ: BIOS 411J, admitted to CLS Internship. F, S
BIOS g411M Clinical Laboratory Research 1 credit. Individual theory and application of related topics associated with the clinical laboratory. PREREQ: permission of instructor; admitted to CLS Internship. F, S, Su
BIOS 411N Clinical Laboratory Site Experience variable credits (a minimum of 6 credits are required). Structured clinical experiences at a minimum of two medical facilities. PREREQ: permission of instructor; admitted to CLS Internship. F, S, Su
BIOS 411P Phlebotomy, Urinalysis, and Waived Testing 2 credits. Web assisted. Introduction to the theory and procedures for the practice of phlebotomy and simple clinical testing. Part of Clinical Laboratory Science Core Curriculum, also suited for other health care providers. PREREQ: permission of instructor. F
BIOS 411Q Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science 2 credits. Introduction to current terminology, regulations, concepts of quality control, handling of blood borne pathogens, chemical safety, predictive value theory, regulatory agencies and standard laboratory practice. Part of the core CLS curriculum and suitable for other health care providers and professions. F
BIOS g411S Laboratory Analysis and Management 3 credits. Advanced principals of current quality control, personnel, financial and regulatory issues, laboratory information systems, management and Education. Student presentations will be required. Students taking the course for graduate credit will develop, complete and present a project. F
BIOS g412 Systematic Botany 4 credits. Study of classification and evolution of flowering plants; techniques of phylogeny reconstruction based on molecular and morphological characters. Collection/identification of local flora. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203 or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. S
BIOS g413 Biology Teaching Methods 3 credits. Designed to help biology teachers plan, teach and evaluate teaching activities. Includes practical experience in a diversity of methods used in science classrooms, and in resources that enhance professional development. Required for secondary teaching majors in biology. PREREQ: 16 credit hours of biology and EDUC 302, or permission of instructor. F
BIOS g415 Human Neurobiology 4 credits. Cellular-to-organismal structure and function of the human central nervous system (CNS), and CNS pathologies. PREREQ: permission of instructor. S
BIOS g415L Human Neurobiology Lab 1 credit. Detailed examination of the gross anatomy and pathways of the human central nervous system. PREREQ: permission of instructor. S
BIOS g416 Population/Community Ecology 4 credits. Introduces quantitative analysis of populations and communities, emphasizing demography, distribution, abundance, spatial and temporal dynamics, biodiversity, coexistence, and applications to conservation and land use decision-making. Includes data collection and analysis. PREREQ: BIOS 209. AF
BIOS g417 Organic Evolution 3 credits. An integrated study of evolution as a unifying concept in biology. An examination of patterns and processes that affect the origin and diversification of species through time. PREREQ: BIOS 358. S
BIOS g418 Ecological Topics 1 credit. Flexible use of seminars, lectures, and laboratory/field work dealing with current issues in ecology. Topic/emphasis varies. May be repeated until a maximum of 3 credits is earned. PREREQ: BIOS 209 or permission of instructor. F, S
BIOS g419 Mammalian Histology 4 credits. Study of animal tissues, including structural and functional characteristics of tissues and organs. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOS 206, BIOS 207, or BIOS 303 or BIOS 301 and BIOS 302. F
BIOS g420 Musculo-Skeletal Anatomy 2 credits. Study of human body structure emphasizing muscular system and its relationship to axial and appendicular skeleton. Focus is on extremities, thorax, and pelvis with applications toward normal, diseased and rehabilitative functions. PREREQ: BIOS 301 and BIOS 302. AS
BIOS g423 General Parasitology 3 credits. Study of parasitic symbioses of animals, plants and other organisms focusing on concepts, principles, and consequences of such interactions and the coevolutionary processes by which they are created. PREREQ: BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. AS
BIOS g425 Human Anatomy 4 credits. General systemic anatomy with emphasis on microscopic and gross structure. PREREQ: BIOL 101. COREQ: BIOS g425L. F
BIOS g426 Herpetology 3 credits. The biology of amphibians and reptiles: lecture topics include evolutionary history, functional morphology, physiological ecology, biogeography, reproductive, and population ecology. Laboratories and field trips cover systematic, natural history, and collecting/sampling techniques. PREREQ: BIOS 209. AS, W
BIOS g427 Ichthyology 3 credits. The biology of fishes: lecture topics include evolutionary history, functional morphology, physiological ecology, and biogeography. Laboratory and weekend field trips cover identification, natural history and collecting techniques. Emphasis on Idaho species. PREREQ: BIOS 209. AF
BIOS g428 Medical Parasitology and Entomology 3 credits. Study of animal parasites, with an emphasis on protists, helminths and arthropods affecting human health and welfare by their presence or indirectly via pathogens they transmit. PREREQ: BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. AF
BIOS g429 Regional Anatomy and Histology 4 credits. Regional approach to gross human anatomy emphasizing the use of prosected materials and microscopic anatomy. Designed primarily for students in the Physician Assistant Program. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOS 301, BIOS 302. F
BIOS g431 General Entomology 3 credits. Structure, development, classification, and life histories of insects, including ecological, economic and management considerations. An insect collection may be required. Lectures, laboratories, Field trips. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. AF
BIOS g432 Biochemistry 3 credits. Comprehensive discussion/presentation of structure, function and metabolism of biological macromolecules and their constituents, including energetics, regulation, and molecular biology, with emphasis on critical analysis of biochemical issues. PREREQ: CHEM 301 or permission of instructor. F
BIOS g433 Microbial Physiology 3 credits. Comparative physiology of microorganisms, including structure/function, metabolic diversity, enzymatic mechanisms of microbial metabolism, and physiology of extreme organisms. Lectures, Class Exercises. PREREQ: BIOS g432 or permission of instructor. F
BIOS g434 Microbial Diversity 3 credits. Enrichment, cultivation, and isolation of prokaryotes from various metabolic groups and environments. Microorganisms will be identified using classical microbial techniques and modern molecular methodologies. PREREQ: BIOS 433 or permission of instructor. F
BIOS g435 Vertebrate Paleontology 4 credits. Phylogenetic history of the vertebrates outlined in the light of morphology, classification, evolution, paleoecology, and the significance of fossils. Field trips. Cross-listed as GEOL g435. PREREQ: GEOL g431 or BIOS 314 or equivalent. AS
BIOS g438 Ornithology 3 credits. Study of the origin, evolution, structure, habits, adaptations, distribution, and classification of birds. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOL 202 and BIOL 203, or BIOL 101 and BIOL 102. S
BIOS g439 Principles of Taphonomy 3 credits. Effects of processes which modify organisms between death and the time the usually fossilized remains are studied. Emphasis on vertebrates. Crosslisted as ANTH g439, GEOL g439. PREREQ: permission of instructor. AS
BIOS g440 Human Gross Anatomy 4 credits. Comprehensive regional study of gross human anatomy with emphasis on the upper limb, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, and perineum. Designed for first year dental students and complements BIOS g450. Lecture and laboratory. F
BIOS g441 Mammalogy 3 credits. General study of mammals including classification, identification, habits, ecology, economics, and techniques of study, with emphasis on North American forms. Lectures, laboratories, field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 209. AF
BIOS g442 Plant/Animal Interactions 3 credits. Coevolution of plant and animal form and function emphasizing pollination, herbivory, parasitism, frugivory/seed dispersal, and optimal foraging. PREREQ: BIOS 209. AF
BIOS g443 Endocrinology 3 credits. Study of the anatomy and physiology of the ductless glands and the properties and uses of natural and synthetic hormones. PREREQ: BIOS 303. AS
BIOS g445 Biochemistry I 3 credits. Introduction to basic aspects of biochemical systems, including fundamental chemical and physical properties of biomolecules. Enzymology, including allosterism, metabolic regulation, bioenergetics, and carbohydrate metabolism. PREREQ: CHEM 302 or permission of instructor. F
BIOS g446 Selected Topics in Physiology 1 credit. Selected topics in physiology for dental students: blood coagulation-complement-kinin systems, prostaglandin and related substances, vitamins, steroids, mucopolysaccharides, collagen and other extracellular matrix macromolecules and cyto- and molecular genetics. S
BIOS g447 Biochemistry II 3 credits. Functional continuation of g445. Lipid, amino acid, and nucleotide metabolism. Emphasis is on regulation of metabolism, metabolic dysfunctions, biochemical mechanisms of hormone action, biochemical genetics, protein synthesis, and metabolic consequences of genetic defects. S
BIOS g448 Advanced Experimental Biochemistry 2 credits. Advanced laboratory projects designed to emphasize techniques of qualitative and quantitative biochemical analysis. COREQ: BIOS g447 or permission of instructor. S
BIOS g449 Human Physiology 4 credits. First of a two course sequence. Physiology of the nervous, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, and excretory systems. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOL 202; CHEM 111 and CHEM 112. COREQ: BIOS g425. F
BIOS g450 Head and Neck Anatomy 3 credits. Comprehensive presentation of the anatomy of the head and neck as it applies to the practice of dentistry. Lecture and laboratory. S
BIOS g451 Immunology 3 credits. Study of antigens, antibodies, complement, humoral and cell-mediated immune responses, hypersensitivity, immunodeficiency, autoimmunity, tumor immunology, transplantation, vaccines, infectious disease immunology, and immunodiagnostic assays. PREREQ: BIOS 235 or permission of instructor. F
BIOS g451L Immunology Laboratory 1 credit. Selected laboratory experiments to accompany Immunology BIOS g451. PREREQ or COREQ: BIOS g451. Open to non-majors by special permission. F
BIOS g454 Advanced Immunology 3 credits. Detailed study of selected areas of immunobiology. Course content will vary withcurrent demand. Students will lead discussions and present current literature. PREREQ: BIOS g451 and permission of instructor. AS
BIOS g455 Pathogenic Microbiology 3 credits.How the medically important bacteria, viruses and fungi interact with the host to produce disease, including microbe characteristics, pathogenesis, pathological processes, prevention, and treatment methods. PREREQ: BIOS g451 or permission of instructor. S.
BIOS g455L Pathogenic Microbiology Laboratory 2 credits. Will emphasize procedures for the isolation and identification of pathogenic bacteria. Clinical specimens will be provided for use in identification of unknowns. PREREQ or COREQ: BIOS g455. S
BIOS g456 Human Physiology II 4 credits. Physiology of gastrointestinal, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Includes studies of acid-base balance, peripheral circulation, shock, and temperature regulation. Lectures, laboratories. PREREQ: BIOS g449 or equivalent. S
BIOS g459 Fish Ecology 3 credits. Study of the behavior, habitat use, population dynamics, and management of freshwater fishes, especially salmon and trout. Laboratory and weekend field trips emphasize sampling techniques and data analysis. PREREQ: BIOS 209, BIOS 315, BIOS g427 recommended. AF
BIOS g459L Fish Ecology Laboratory 0 credit.
BIOS g460 Neuroscience 2 credits. Comprehensive presentation of the anatomy of the central nervous system, the brain and spinal cord. Combined lecture and laboratory demonstration. PREREQ: permission of instructor. S
BIOS g461 Advanced Genetics 3 credits. Detailed and critical consideration of selected genetic topics with emphasis on recent advances. PREREQ: BIOS 358 or permission of instructor. AS
BIOS g462 Freshwater Ecology 3 credits. Study of the interaction of physical and biotic factors in aquatic ecosystems. Lectures, Laboratories, Field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 209. AF
BIOS g463 Human Pathophysiology 4 credits. The study of basic process underlying diseases, with an emphasis on correlating anatomical, functional, and biochemical alterations with clinical manifestations. Laboratory required. PREREQ: BIOS 301 and BIOS 302, or permission of instructor. F, W
BIOS g464 Lectures in Human Physiology 4 credits. Physiology of the nervous, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, and excretory systems. PREREQ: BIOS 301, BIOS 302, and one year of college chemistry. F
BIOS g465 Microbial Genetics 3 credits. Principles of heredity and variation with application of these principles to bacteria and viruses. PREREQ: BIOS 236 and CHEM 301. COREQ: BIOS g467. S
BIOS g466 Medical Mycology 3 credits. Lecture/laboratory course addressing medically important fungi. Taxonomy, clinical disease, pathogenesis, immunological diagnosis and laboratory identification of contaminants, opportunists, superficial, cutaneous, subcutaneous and systemic mycoses. PREREQ: BIOS 221 or BIOS 235. S
BIOS g467 Microbial Genetics Laboratory 1 credit. Laboratory investigations of the principles of heredity, variation and genetic exchange in bacteria and bacterial viruses. PREREQ: BIOS 235, or BIOS 221 and BIOS 223. COREQ: BIOS g465. S
BIOS g468 Oral Microbiology 1 credit. Study of microbiology of plaque, caries, periodontal disease, immunobiology of oral disease and control of microorganisms with antimicrobial agents. Four periods devoted to laboratory study of medically important oral microbes. PREREQ or COREQ: BIOS g455. S
BIOS g469 Special Topics in Microbiology 1-4 credits. Study of selected topics in microbiology. Course contents will vary with topics selected. May be repeated with departmental approval for nonrepetitive course content. PREREQ: permission of instructor. F, S
BIOS g470 Cross-Sectional Anatomy 2 credits. Applied regional anatomy as viewed in sectional planes, emphasizing topographic relationships of organs and surface anatomy, with interpretation of correlated CT and MRI imaging. PREREQ: BIOS 301 and BIOS 302. S
BIOS 472 Clinical Physiology 2 credits. A survey of selected organ systems with clinical correlations of pathophysiologic states. PREREQ: BIOS 464. S
BIOS g473 Industrial Microbiology 4 credits. Microbiological and biochemical aspects of fermentative and oxidative processes of industrial importance such as yeast, mold, and bacterial fermentation. PREREQ: BIOS g433. AS
BIOS g474 Human Anatomy (Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy) 5 credits. Applied regional anatomy emphasizing the development, histology and gross anatomy of the musculoskeletal, peripheral nervous, and cardiopulmonary systems. Includes laboratory with cadaver dissection. PREREQ: permission of instructor. F
BIOS g475 General Virology 3 credits. Introduction to the general principles of virology through consideration of structure, genetics, replication and biochemistry of animal and bacterial viruses. PREREQ: completion of 90 credits. F
BIOS g476 Ecology of Water Pollution 3 credits. Causes of pollution and their effects on the aquatic environment and its inhabitants. Special consideration given to biological and chemical assessment of pollution in streams. Field and Laboratory work. PREREQ: BIOS g462 or permission of instructor. AS
BIOS g477 Bacterial Virology Laboratory 1 credit. Designed to acquaint students with the techniques and experimental principles used in the study of bacterial viruses. PREREQ or COREQ: BIOS g475. S
BIOS g478 Animal Virology Laboratory 1 credit. Introduces tissue culture methods and other techniques employed in the study of animal viruses. PREREQ or COREQ: BIOS g475. F
BIOS g479 Survey of Electron Microscopy 2 credits. Introduction to the potentialities, theory, techniques, and limitations of electron microscopy. The field will be surveyed as a whole, but primary emphasis will be on biological applications. PREREQ: permission of instructor. F
BIOSg481-g482 Independent Problems 1-4 credits. Individual problems will be assigned to students on the basis of interest and previous preparation. May be repeated. PREREQ: a minimum of two courses in biological sciences and permission of the instructor. F, S
BIOS g486 Human Systemic Physiology 5 credits. One-semester lecture/laboratory human physiology course emphasizing the function and regulation of the muscular, skeletal, circulatory, respiratory, urinary, reproductive, and immune systems. PREREQ: CHEM 111 and CHEM 112; BIOS 301 and BIOS 302 or equivalent. F
BIOS g488 Advanced Radiobiology 3 credits. An advanced-level class covering aspects of molecular radiobiology, teratogenesis, oncogenesis, and acute radiation illnesses. It also considers nonstochastic radiation effects and the epidemiology of radiation exposures. Cross-listed as PHYS g488. PREREQ: or permission of instructor. S
BIOS g489 Field Ecology 3 credits. An intensive field study of at least one biogeographical region to increase student's knowledge of, and skill with, field sampling techniques, field-study design, data collection and analysis, and report preparation. PREREQ: BIOS 209. AS
BIOSg491-g492 Seminar 1 credit. Review of current research and literature in the general fields of biological science. PREREQ: Senior standing or permission of department. F, S
BIOS 493 Senior Thesis 1-4 credits. This is a course supervised by a committee of at least two faculty members, approved by the department chair. The thesis topic may be interdisciplinary, with four credits conferred by one or more departments. PREREQ: Senior status; permission of department. F,S
BIOS 494 Seminar in Microbiology 1 credit. Presentation of written and oral review of library research in microbiology and molecular biology by students for discussion with faculty and fellow students. May be repeated for a total of two credits. F
BIOS g495 Ethology 3 credits. Behavior of animals and the evolutionary mechanisms which dictate behavioral patterns. PREREQ: Upper-division or Graduate status. AS
BIOS 496 Ecology Senior Seminar 1 credit. Review of current research in ecology and related areas. Attendance at Departmental Seminars and written summaries of the seminars required. PREREQ: Senior status with Ecology major, or permission of department. F, S
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