Department of Biological Sciences
Chair and Professor: BowyerAssistant Chair for Undergraduate Programs and Professor: Scalarone
Assistant Chair for Graduate Programs and Associate Professor: Inouye
Professors: R. Anderson, Farrell, Huntly, Kritsky, Peterson, Pratt, Rodnick, Rose, Seeley, Stephens, Urfer, Winston
Associate Professors: C. Anderson, Brandon, Hill, Keeley, Meldrum, R. Smith
Assistant Professors: Beardsley, Delehanty, Germino, Groome, Magnuson, Matocq, Thomas, Weiler, Williams
Clinical Assistant Professors: Galindo, Nehr-Kanet, Spiegel
Clinical/Technical Instructional Designer: C. Bunde
Research Associate Professor: Shields
Research Assistant Professor: Sheridan
Associate Lecturer: Black
Assistant Lecturers: Frank, Kazakevich, Loxterman
Affiliate Faculty: Akersten, Apel, Belzer, R. Boeger, W. Boeger, Bowers, Brattain, Bryant, C. Bunde, Burch, Carlson-Lammers, Chesson, Childress, Clark, Colwell, Cook, Cummings, Danehy, DeVeaux, Dunham, Eisentrager, Foster, Fujita, Garrison, Halbrook, Hoag, Hoberg, Jeter, Johnson, Keener, LaPatra, Laxminarayan, Lenington, Lessa, J. Minshall, Newby, Perotto, M. Poulson, N. Poulson, Ptacek, Quarder, Reed, Reynolds, Roberto, Rosentreter, Schuerman, Schwan, Scoville, Seefeldt, Shea, Shoaf, L. Smith, Sojka, Sommer, Sorenson, Stormberg, Telford III, Vecellio, Ward, Watwood, Weinberg, White, Winterfeld, Young
Emeriti: Bowmer, D. Bunde, Griffith, Holte, House, Linder, J. McCune, R. McCune, W. Minshall, F. Rose, Saul, L. Smith, 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 Arts in Biology
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry*
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Science in Botany
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science
Bachelor of Science in Ecology
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Bachelor of Science in Zoology
*(Joint program with the Department of Chemistry.)The B.A. in Biology program is designed for students who wish to emphasize the biological sciences but who do not plan to enroll in graduate or professional programs in the biological or medical sciences. Students who meet the minimum requirements for this program, which requires fewer courses in Chemistry and Physics, will not meet the minimum requirements for admission to most graduate and professional programs.
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, and 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 student persuing a B.A. in biology must complete all General Education Goals (i.e., Goals 1-9a, 10A and 10B, and 11-12) 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.
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 101,101L Biology I and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 102,102L Biology II and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 209,209L General Ecology and Lab 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
Notes:
* 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. 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 may be satisfied by the Mathematics placement exam. Please talk
to your academic advisor.
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
The purpose of the B.S. in Biochemistry is to serve students who seek to develop a strong background in biochemistry and the supporting sciences of biology, chemistry and physics. Majors also gain experiences in the broad areas of biochemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, and medical and/or ecological applications of each. Majors gain experiences that will prepare them to participate in research development, planning and implementation and to be competent to carry out standard biochemical and molecular biology techniques in the laboratory. The B.S. in Biochemistry prepares students to be competitive for positions in research, graduate schools, health profession schools, and in the biotechnology industry.Freshman Year
BIOL 101 Biology I 4 crSophomore Year
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 3 cr
ENGL 101 Composition 3 cr
MATH 147 Precalculus 5 cr
MATH 170 Calculus I 4 cr
TOTAL: 33 crENGL 102 Critical Reading and Writing 3 crJunior Year
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 and II 8 cr
PHYS 213-214 Engineering Physics Lab I and II 2 cr
IN ADDITION: One of Goals 9,11 or 12 6 cr
TOTAL: 35 crBIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 crSenior Year
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 crBIOS 334 Experimental Biochemistry 1 crSuggested Electives
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 491 or 492 Seminar
AND/OR
BIOS 494 Seminar in Microbiology, to total 2 cr
(A minimum of 1 credit must be in CHEM g491-g492 or BIOS 494.)
IN ADDITION: One of Goals 9, 11, 12 3 cr
Electives 20 cr
TOTAL: 34 crCHEM 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 crA maximum of 8 credits of BIOS g481/g482, Independent Problems, may be applied to this degree program.
Bachelor of Arts in BiologyThe purpose of the B.A. in Biology is to serve students who have a broad interest in the biological sciences and who seek substantial latitude in the development of their own programs. This degree fosters broad exposure to disciplines outside of the biological sciences and knowledge and understanding of major concepts in the biology as well as the processes of scientific investigation. The B.A. serves students who intend to graduate with a B.A. in biology, certify to teach in public schools, satisfy the admission requirement for health related professional schools, emphasize ecology or natural history, or develop a variety of laboratory skills. The B.A. in Biology requires significant exposure to concepts in math and the physical sciences and broad exposure to disciplines outside of the biological sciences as well as to disciplines within the biological sciences while providing a large number of electives. The consequence is broad exposure to the biological and an opportunity to specialize in areas of interest to students.
Required Courses:
BIOL 101,101L Biology I and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 102,102L Biology II and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 206,206L Cell Biology 4 cr
BIOS 209,209L General Ecology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr
BIOS g417 Organic Evolution 3 cr
BIOS 491 or 492 Seminar 2 cr
Additional upper division course work
in Biological Sciences, 28 cr
which must include at least 6 credits in Botany
(BIOS g404, g405, g406, g408, g409, or g412)
and at least 6 credits in Zoology
(BIOS 310, 314, 324, g419, g420, g423, g426, g427, g429,
g431, g435, g438, g440, g441, g443, g449, g456, g459,
g470, g486, or g495)
MATH 160 Brief Calculus (see note 5) 4 cr
CHEM 111,111L General Chemistry I and Lab 5 cr
CHEM 112,112L General Chemistry II and Lab 4 cr
TOTAL: 65 cr
Notes:
1. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree must satisfy all of the General Education goals.
2. Students who plan to apply to graduate or professional programs in the biological or medical sciences are strongly advised to take CHEM 111/112, 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.
3. 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.
4. 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 the University Bulletin for requirements in the College of Education.
5. 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.
6. Up to 8 credits of Organic Chemistry may be counted towards required upper division credits in Biological Sciences.
7. A maximum of 8 credits of BIOS g481/g482, Independent Problems, may be applied to this degree program.
Bachelor of Science in Biology
The purpose of the B.S. in Biology is to serve students who have a broad interest in the biological sciences and who seek substantial latitude in the development of their own programs. This degree fosters, in students, knowledge and understanding of major concepts in the discipline as well as the processes of scientific investigation. The B.S. also serves students who intend to graduate with a B.S. in biology, certify to teach in public schools, satisfy the admission requirement for health related professional schools, emphasize ecology or natural history, or develop a variety of laboratory skills. The B.S. in Biology requires significant exposure to concepts in math and the physical sciences and broad exposure to the biological sciences while providing a large number of electives. The consequence is broad exposure to the biological and an opportunity to specialize in areas of interest to students.Required Courses
BIOL 101,101L Biology I and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 102,102L Biology II 4 cr
BIOS 206,206L Cell Biology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 209,209L General Ecology 4 cr
BIOS 235,235L General Microbiology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 315,315L Introduction to Biometry and Lab
(see note 5) 3 cr
BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr
BIOS g417 Organic Evolution 3 cr
BIOS 491 or 492 Seminar 1 cr
Additional upper division course work
in Biological Sciences, 21 cr
which must include at least 6 credits in Botany:
(BIOS g404, g405, g406, g408, g409, or g412)
and at least 6 credits in Zoology:
(BIOS 310, 314, 324, g419, g420, g423, g426, g427, g429,
g431, g435, g438, g440, g441, g443, g449, g456, g459,
g470, g486, or g495)
MATH 160 Brief Calculus (see note 6) 4 cr
CHEM 111,111L General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 112,112L General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHEM 301,303 Organic Chemistry I and Lab 4 cr
PHYS 111,113 General Physics I and Laboratory 4 cr
TOTAL: 65 cr
Notes:
1. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree must satisfy goals 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, two of goals 6, 7, and 8, and three of goals 9, 10, 11, and 12. Goal 10 may be satisfied by either 10A or 10B.
2. 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.
3. Biology electives must include upper division course work in both botany and zoology. 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.
4. 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 the University Bulletin for requirements in the College of Education.
5. The requirement for BIOS 315 may be satisfied by taking MATH 253.
6. 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.
7. CHEM 302/304 may be counted towards required upper division credits in Biological Sciences.
8. A maximum of 8 credits of BIOS g481/g482, Independent Problems, may be applied to this degree program.Bachelor of Science in Botany
The purpose of the B.S. in Botany is to serve students who seek to develop a strong background in the core areas of Plant Sciences. Majors receive advance training in specific fields of study to provide experiences that are professionally relevant. The B.S. in botany major is recommended to students who plan careers related to the biology of plants, including areas like plant conservation, developmental biology, ecology, evolutionary biology, horticulture, physiology, and systematics. The Botany degree prepares students for direct employment with public agencies and private companies, or for entry into graduate school.1. Courses in Biological Sciences
BIOL 101,101L Biology I and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 102,102L Biology II and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 206,206L Cell Biology 4 cr
BIOS 209,209L General Ecology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr
BIOS g404,g404L Elements of Plant Physiology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS g406,g406L Plant Morphology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS g408,g408L Plant Ecology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS g412,g412L Systematic Botany and Lab 4 cr
BIOS g417 Organic Evolution 3 cr
BIOS 491 or 492 Seminar 1 crAnd at least 6 credits from the following upper division Botany electives:
BIOS 313 Plants and Human Prospects 3 cr
BIOS g405,405L Plant Form and Function and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g409,g409L Plant and Animal Interactions and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g416,g416L Population and Community Ecology
and Lab 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 315,315L Introduction to Biometry and Lab 3 cr
MATH 160 Brief Calculus 4 cr3. Courses in Chemistry and Physics***
CHEM 111,111L General Chemistry I and Lab 5 cr
CHEM 112,112L General Chemistry II and Lab 4 cr
CHEM 301,303 Organic Chemistry I, Lab 4 cr
PHYS 111,113 General Physics I and Laboratory 4 crNotes
* 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.
*** Students planning to apply to graduate programs are advised to take CHEM 302, 304 or BIOS g432, AND PHYS 112, 114.
Bachelor of Science in Ecology
The purpose of the B.S. in Ecology is to serve students who seek to develop a strong background in the fundamental principles of ecology and in more specific fields of study, many of which include the collection and analysis of field data. The B.S. in Ecology is recommended to students who plan careers in ecology, conservation biology, environmental studies, or resource management. The B.S. in Ecology prepares students for employment in resource management agencies and private companies as well as for advanced studies at the graduate level.1. Required Biology Courses:
BIOL 101,101L Biology I and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 102,102L Biology II and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 206,206L 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 209,209L General Ecology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS g418 Ecological Topics 1-3 cr
BIOS g489 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,g408L Plant Ecology and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g416,g416L Population and Community Ecology
and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g442 Plant and Animal Interactions 3 cr
BIOS g452 Population Ecology 3 cr
BIOS g459,g459L Fish Ecology and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g462,g462L Freshwater Ecology and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g476,g476L Ecology of Water Pollution and Lab 3 cr3. Organismal Biology (Take two of the following courses)†
BIOS 303,303L Principles of Animal Physiology
and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 310,310L Invertebrate Zoology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS g404,g404L Plant Physiology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS g405,g405L Plant Form and Function and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g406,g406L Plant Diversity and Evolution and Lab 4 cr
BIOS g412,g412L Systematic Botany and Lab 4 cr
BIOS g426,g426L Herpetology and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g427,g427L Ichthyology and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g431,g431L General Entomology and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g435 Vertebrate Paleontology 4 cr
BIOS g438 Ornithology 3 cr
BIOS g441,g441L Mammalogy and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g495 Ethology 3 cr4. Required Quantitative Skills Courses†,§
BIOS 315,315L Introduction to Biometry and Lab 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:
* It is recommended that additional credits be taken in BIOS g481-g482, Independent Problems, or BIOS 493, Senior Thesis, in the area of ecology. A maximum of 8 credits of BIOS g481 and/or g482 may be applied to this degree program. ECON 201 and 202 are highly recommended (only 3 credits apply toward Goal 11 of the General Education Requirements). 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.
**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.
***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).
§ 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.
† 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.
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
The purpose of the B.S. in Microbiology is to serve students who seek to develop a strong background in microbiology, and in broad areas of molecular biology, biotechnology, and medical and/or ecological applications. Majors gain experiences that prepare them to participate in the development of research plans and their implementation, and to be competent to carry out standard microbiological and molecular biology techniques in the laboratory. The B.S. in microbiology prepares students to be competitive for positions in research, graduate schools, health professional schools, and in the biotechnology industry.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 101,101L Biology I and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 102,102L Biology II and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 235,235L General Microbiology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 334 Experimental Biochemistry 1 cr
BIOS g432 Biochemistry 3 cr
BIOS g433,g433L Microbial Physiology and Lab 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 491 or 492 Senior Seminar 1 cr
BIOS 494 Seminar in Microbiology 1 crCourses in Math**
MATH 147 Precalculus 5 crCourses in Chemistry
MATH 160 Brief Calculus 4 cr
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 crCourses in Foreign Language***
PHYS 112,114 General Physics II and Lab 4 crForeign Language 8 crNotes:
*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.
A maximum of 8 credits of BIOS g481/g482, Independent Problems, may be applied to this degree program.
Bachelor of Science in Zoology
The purpose of the B.S. in Zoology is to serve students who have a broad interest in zoology and who seek to develop a strong background in supporting disciplines. Majors gain substantial exposure to concepts in math and the physical sciences, broad exposure to cell biology, genetics, anatomy, physiology, and animal diversity, and the opportunity to develop strengths in specific disciplines. This degree fosters knowledge and understanding of major concepts in the discipline as well as the processes of scientific investigation. The B.S. Zoology prepares students to pursue graduate education, to satisfy the admission requirement for health related professional schools, and to develop investigative skills.Required Courses*, **, ***
BIOL 101,101L Biology I and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 102,102L Biology II and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 206,206L Cell Biology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 209,209L General Ecology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 303,303L* Principles of Animal Physiology
and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 310,310L Invertebrate Zoology
and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 314,314L Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
and Lab 4 cr
OR
BIOS 324,324L Comparative Embryology and
Human Development and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 315,315L** Introduction to Biometry and Lab 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
Notes:
* 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 electing to take MATH 175 are advised to take MATH 170
rather than MATH 160 as the first calculus course.
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree program must satisfy goals 1,
2, 3, 4, and 5, two of goals 6, 7, and 8, and three of goals 9, 10, 11 and 12.
Goal 10 may be satisfied by either 10A or 10B.Minor in Biology
Minors in Biological SciencesThe Biology Minor is available only for majors outside of the Biological Sciences.
BIOL 101,101L Biology I and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 102,102L Biology II and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 221 Introductory Microbiology 3 cr
BIOS 223 Introductory Microbiology Laboratory 1 cr
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 cr
BIOS 209,209L General Ecology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr
BIOS g417 Organic Evolution 3 cr
Upper division Biology courses* 3-4 cr
TOTAL: 29-30 cr
*BIOS g481-g482 and BIOS 491-492 may not be used without
prior approval of the departmental chair or assistant chair.Minor in Botany
BIOL 101,101L Biology I and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 102,102L Biology II and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 cr
BIOS 209,209L General Ecology and Lab 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 491-492 may not be used without
prior approval of the departmental chair or assistant chair.Minor in Ecology (21 credits)
BIOL 101,101L Biology I and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 102,102L Biology II and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 192 Ecology Seminar 1 cr
BIOS 209,209L General Ecology and Lab 4 crAny combination of the following courses to total 12 credits:*
BIOS 320 Physiological Ecology 3 crMinor in Microbiology
BIOS 337 Conservation of Natural Resources 3 cr
BIOS g408,g408L Plant Ecology and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g416,g416L Community Ecology and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g418 Ecological Topics 2 cr
BIOS g452 Population Ecology 3 cr
BIOS g459 Fish Ecology 3 cr
BIOS g462,g462L Fresh Water Ecology and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g476,g476L Ecology of Water Pollution and Lab 3 cr
BIOS g489 Field Ecology 3 cr
*BIOS g481-g482 and BIOS 491-492 may not be used without
prior approval of the departmental chair or assistant chair.
BIOS 235,235L General Microbiology and Lab 4 crAny combination of the following courses to total 14 credits:*
BIOS 334 Experimental Biochemistry 1 crMinor in Zoology
BIOS 410 Ecology of Microorganisms 3 cr
BIOS g432 Biochemistry 3 cr
BIOS g433,g433L Microbial Physiology and Lab 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 491-492, and BIOS 494 may not be used without
prior approval of the departmental chair or assistant chair.
BIOL 101,101L Biology I and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 102,102L Biology II and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 4 cr
BIOS 209,209L General Ecology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS g417 Organic Evolution 3 cr
BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr
Upper division Zoology courses* 7-8 cr
TOTAL: 29-30 cr*BIOS g481-g482 and BIOS 491-492 may not be used without prior approval of the departmental chair or assistant chair.
Clinical Laboratory Science Program
Description of the Program
The B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) prepares students as Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technologists and for graduate level programs in CLS or related disciplines. Students develop a strong background in the broad areas of microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology, and their medical and/or clinical applications. Majors gain the ability to carry out standard microbiological, molecular biological and clinical techniques in the laboratory and to participate in research development, planning, and implementation. The B.S. in CLS prepares students to have a reasonable expectation of passing a national qualifying exam for the medical technology profession and prepares students to be qualified to work at the professional level in a variety of settings.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).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.
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 students as Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technologists and for graduate level programs in CLS or related disciplines. Students develop a strong background in the broad areas of microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology, and their medical and/or clinical applications. Majors gain the ability to carry out standard microbiological, molecular biological and clinical techniques in the laboratory and to participate in research development, planning, and implementation. The B.S. in CLS prepares students to have a reasonable expectation of passing a national qualifying exam for the medical technology profession and prepares students to be qualified to work at the professional level in a variety of settings.
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,g433L Microbial Physiology and Lab 4 crPathology:
BIOS g463,g463L Human Pathophysiology and Lab 4 cr
OR
BIOS 305 Introduction to Pathobiology 3 cr
AND
Immunology:
BIOS g451,g451L Immunology and Lab 3 crOther:
BIOS 235,235L General Microbiology and Lab 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.
Certificate of Completion
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 the first degree is made by the program coordinator following NAACLS guidelines.
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. With 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. With 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.
BIOS Prefix
Each of the following BIOS courses has a required laboratory component that is listed separately in the Class Schedule. These laboratories are integral to the courses. Register for a laboratory section in addition to the lecture::
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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, and experimental techniques used to study cells. Topics include cellular chemistry, expression of genetic information, protein sorting, reproduction, the cytoskeleton, signaling and cancer. PREREQ: BIOL 101 and BIOL 102; one year of college chemistry or permission of instructor. COREQ: BIOS 206L. 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 221L 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. COREQ: BIOS 235L. 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. COREQ: BIOS 301L. 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. COREQ: BIOS 302L. 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. COREQ: BIOS 303L. 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: 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. COREQ: BIOS 307L. S
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. COREQ: BIOS 310L. S
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. AS
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. COREQ: BIOS 314L. 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. COREQ: BIOS 315L. 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. COREQ: BIOS 324L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g400L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g404L. F
BIOS g405 Plant 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. COREQ: BIOS g405L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g406L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g408L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g412L. 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 and 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. COREQ: BIOS g416L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g419L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g423L. AS
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. COREQ: BIOS g426L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g427L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g428L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g429L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g431L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g433L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g440L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g441L. AF
BIOS g442 Plant and 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 101, CHEM 111 and CHEM 112. COREQ: BIOS g449L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g450L. 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. COREQ: BIOS g456L. 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: