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*113 GENERAL BIOLOGY. 3 hours. GEN ED D-1
An introductory course in biology for the non-science major which emphasizes the organization
of life systems integrated with major principles and new discoveries.
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*114 GENERAL BIOLOGY LAB 1 hour. GEN ED D-1
A laboratory course correlated with BIOL 113 for non-science majors emphasizing the
scientific process, biological concepts and biological organization.
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120 BIOLOGICAL CONCEPTS - CELLS METAB GENETICS 3 hours. GEN ED D-1
Corequisite: BIOL 121
Introductory course in biology for science majors. Lecture emphasizes unifying concepts
of biology, including, but not limited to, organization cell structure and function,
metabolism, ecological organization and evolutionary principles.
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121 BIOLOGICAL CONCEPTS - CELLS METAB GENETICS LABORATORY. 1 hour. GEN ED D-1 (DL)
Corequisite: BIOL 120.
Introductory laboratory in biology that emphasizes the experimental aspects of cellular
organization and processes, metabolism, DNA structure and replication, and Mendelian
and population genetics.
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122 BIOLOGICAL CONCEPTS - EVOLUTION DIVERSITY ECOL. 3 hours. GEN ED D-1
Corequisite: BIOL 123
Introductory course in biology that emphasizes evolutionary patterns and processes,
diversity of life (bacteria, archaea, protists, plants, fungi, and animals), ecological
principles, and conservation and management.
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123 BIOLOGICAL CONCEPTS - EVOLUTION DIVERSITY ECOL LAB. 1 hour GEN ED D-1
Corequisite: BIOL 122
Introductory laboratory in biology for science majors that emphasizes the experimental
aspects of evolutionary patterns and processes, diversity of life (bacteria, archaea,
protists, plants, fungi, and animals), ecological principles, and conservation and
management.
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*131 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY. 4 hours GEN ED D-I (DL)
A basic anatomy and physiology course designed for students in physical education,
home economics and health science careers. Emphasis is placed upon the concept of
homeostasis and relationship of structure and function.
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153 BIOTECHNOLOGY MODULE. 1 hour
Consent of Instructor Biotechnology core modules as taught in BIOL 150 and BIOL 151.
Lab fee required. May be repeated for a total of 10 credits.
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175 UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE-BIOLOGY 2 hours
Prerequisite: For beginning college freshmen or transfer students with fewer than
24 semester hours of credit. Transition to university experience. Topics include study
skills, critical thinking skills, library education, exploration of majors and careers,
degree programs, campus resources, and personal development. Special attention is
given to educational requirements, careers, and resources in the field of biology.
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199 INTRO TO RESEARCH 1 hour (General Syllabus on TopNet)
Introduces students to research through laboratory rotations. Each student will participate
in 2 different rotations with 2 different faculty members. Pass/Fail grading.
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*207 GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY. 3 hours. GEN ED D-I
An introduction to microorganisms and their importance to humans (for non-biology
majors). Approximately one third of the course is devoted to each of the three major
areas of microbiology: organismal, environmental, and medical. Lecture, three hours.
(May be taken with or without the correlated laboratory course, BIOL 208, dependent
upon the students curriculum requirements).
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*208 GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY 1 hour. GEN ED D-I (DL)
Prerequisite or Corequisite: BIOL 207.
A laboratory course correlated with BIOL 207.
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222 PLANT BIOLOGY AND DIVERSITY. 3 hours. Corequisite: BIOL 223
Prerequisites: BIOL 120/BIOL 121 and BIOL 122/BIOL 123.
Survey of cyanobacteria, algae and plants with emphasis on morphology, development,
adaptations and evolutionary relationships.
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223 PLANT BIOLOGY AND DIVERSITY LAB. 1 hour.
Corequisite or prerequisite: BIOL 222.
A laboratory course correlated with BIOL 222,.
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224 ANIMAL BIOL AND DIVERSITY. 3 hours.
Corequisite: BIOL 225
Prerequisites: BIOL 120/BIOL 121 and BIOL 122/BIOL 123
Survey of the major animal taxa with emphasis upon systems which have evolved to maintain
organismal and population homeostasis.
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225ANIMAL BIOL AND DIVERSITY LAB. 1 hour.
Corequisite or prerequisite: BIOL 224.
A laboratory course correlated with BIOL 224.
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226MICROBIAL BIOL AND DIVERSITY. 3 hours.
Corequisite: BIOL 227
Prerequisites: BIOL 120/BIOL 121 and BIOL 122/BIOL 123
A study of morphological, cultural, and biochemical characteristics of important groups
of bacteria.
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227MICROBIAL BIOL AND DIVERSITY LAB. 1 hour.
Corequisite or prerequisite: BIOL 226.
A laboratory course correlated with BIOL 226.
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*231 ADVANCED HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY. 4 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL (131 with grade of "C" or better) or equivalent.
Human anatomy and physiology for health science career students emphasizing an integrated
organ systems approach to body function.
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232 WILDLIFE ECOLOGY AND MGMT 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 120 and BIOL 121 and BIOL 122 and BIOL 123 or permission of instructor
in place of any or all prerequisites.Examination of the principles of wildlife ecology
and management, including population regulation, habitat management, wildlife diseases
and conservation. Primarily for those interested in a career involving wildlife.
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275 COLLOQUIA 1-3 hours
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor. Issues of contemporary, historical or intellectual
significance in Biology, often with ethical implications will be weighed and debated.
May not be used to satisfy the general education requirement in natural sciences.
May be repeated with a maximum of 3 hours counting for the Biology or Investigative
Biotechnology major.
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283 INTRODUCTORY BIOSTATISTICS. 4 hours.
Prerequisite: BIOL 120/121, 222/223 and MATH 118 (or 116 and 117).
Introduction to statistical techniques and experimental design applied to the biological
sciences. Probability and distributions, descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing
and statistical inference using t-statistics, regression, ANOVA, chi-square, non-parametic
tests. Use of computers and analysis of real data are emphasized.
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*295 INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH METHODOLOGY. 1 HOUR. GEN ED
To familiarize Ogden Research Scholars and other research oriented students with the
fundamentals of choosing a research topic, performing a bibliographical search on
a subject, classification or instruments, data taking, data reduction, professional
ethics and other research oriented topics. The common points of research methodology
in the different scientific ares will be accentuated. Examples will be drawn from
the various disciplines. Use of computers will be emphasized. (Course does not count
towards any major or minor).
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*302 HUMAN BIOLOGY. 3 hours. GEN ED D-I
A survey of body systems with special emphasis on human reproduction, embryological
development and infectious diseases. Designed for non-science majors.
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*303 LIFE SCIENCE FOR MIDDLE GRADES TEACHERS. (1-3)
Prerequisites: BIOL 120/121, BIOL 122/123, and 6 hours of SMED 200 level and
above courses. Pedagogical content and knowledge in life sciences with practicum
experience for middle school teachers. Not available for credit toward any biology,
chemistry, or biochemistry major or minor. May be repeated once for a maximum of
4 credit hours.
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312 BIOINFORMATICS 4 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 120 -121 or 113 AND BIOL 283 or MATH 183 or MATH 382 or STAT 301.
Presentation of the theoretical underpinnings and the computational methods of nucleic
acid and protein sequence analyses used in genomic work. An associated laboratory
component will provide project-based application of these methods.
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315 ECOLOGY. 4 HOURS.
Prerequisites: BIOL 222/BIOL 223 or BIOL 224/BIOL 225 or BIOL 226/BIOL 227
A study of the fundamental principles of the ecology. Laboratory work includes field
research and computer techniques for analysis and synthesis. A field trip may be required.
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*318 BIOLOGY LAB ELEM TEACHER 0-1hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 113 or equivalent and at least junior standing.
A laboratory course for Elementary Education majors emphasizing the scientific process,
highlighting classical and current topics of biological importance, and demonstrating
relatively simple and economical means to reveal fundamental biological principles
to elementary school students.
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319 INTRO TO MOL AND CELL BIOLOGY 3 hours
Corequisite: BIOL 322 Prerequisites: BIOL 120/BIOL 121 and BIOL 122/BIOL 123 and
CHEM 120/CHEM 121 Introduction to molecular and cell structure, relating molecular
structure and function to cell structure and function. Special emphasis on protein
and nucleic acid structure and function and their role in coordinating cellular activities.
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321 COMPARATIVE ANATOMY. 4 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 224-225.
A comparative study of the morphology and relationships of the organ systems of some
typical vertebrates.
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322 INTRO TO MOL AND CELL BIO LAB 1 HOURS
Co-requisite: BIOL 319. Laboratory course presenting fundamental techniques for the
isolation and characterization of biological molecules, with an emphasis on proteins
and nucleic acids.
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324 HISTOLOGY. 4 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 224-225. A survey of cells, tissues and the general structure
of animal form.
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325 INSECT BIODIVERSITY. 4 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 120/BIOL 121 and BIOL 122/BIOL 123, or consent of instructor.
A study of the structure, identification, and control of insects.
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326ORNITHOLOGY. 3 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 120/BIOL 121 and BIOL 122/BIOL 123
A study of the general characteristics, economic importance, history, structure, classification
and identification of birds. Lectures and field trips.
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327 GENETICS. 4 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 120-121, 122-123.
A study of the fundamental principles of heredity as applied to plants and animals.
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328 IMMUNOLOGY.0-4 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 319 and BIOL 322 or BIOL 327
An introductory study of the vertebrate immune system and its relationship to organismic
integrity.
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330 ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY. 3 hours.
Prerequisite: BIOL 224/BIOL 225 and CHEM 120/CHEM 121. Examination of the general
principles by which animals function. Major organ systems of animals are explored
with emphasis on the communication and interactions between them. Numerous vertebrate
and invertebrate systems are used to illustrate physiological concepts.
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331 ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY LABORATORY. 1 hour.
Pre-requiste or co-requisite: BIOL 330. A laboratory course that emphasizes experimental
design and hypothesis testing, along with classic and modern techniques used in animal
physiology.
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334 ANIMAL BEHAVIOR 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 120/BIOL 121 and BIOL 122/BIOL 123. Examination of the evolutionary
basis of behavior in animals. Topics include genetic and physiological basis of behavior,
communication, animal cognition, migration, foraging, predator avoidance, courtship
and mate choice, and sociality.
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335 NEUROBIOLOGY 3 HOURS
Prerequisites: BIOL 120 and BIOL 121 and BIOL 122 and BIOL 123; or consent of the
instructor.Description: The nervous system is described at the molecular, cellular
and systemic level. Topics include the structure of neurons, how neurons transmit
signals, sensory systems, brain organization, and neural development, as well as how
these principles affect behavior and health.
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*344BIOLOGY OF AGING. 3 hours.
Prerequisites: 3 hours of biology, or permission of the instructor.
An introductory study of the mechanisms of aging processes with special emphasis on
humans. Unfavorable progressive changes in molecules, cells, organs and organ systems
will be discussed. Designed for non-biology majors.
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348 PLANT TAXONOMY. 4 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 222/223 with grade of C or better.
A course emphasizing the identification of the local species of vascular plants. In
lecture, basic taxonomic principles, phylogeny and modern biosystematic procedures
will be considered.
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350 INTRODUCTION TO RECOMBINANT GENETICS. 3 hours.
Prerequisites: 319/322.
This course will introduce students to the basic mechanisms of genetic recombination,
both in living cells and in vitro. Topics that will be discussed include: genomic
organization, genetic recombination, genetic mapping, gene cloning and cloning vectors,
and physical mapping of genes. The laboratory will cover methods for the isolation,
cloning, labeling, and reintroduction into cells of recombinant vectors.
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377 ANIMAL FORM AND FUNCTION 3 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 120/BIOL 121 and BIOL 122/BIOL 123 or Consent of Instructor. Mechanistic
designs underlying organismal morphology, physiology driving designs, and behaviors
that impact function. Topics include comparative anatomy, adaptation, ecomorphology,
biological basis of physical principles, and organismal performance.
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399 RESEARCH PROBLEMS IN BIOLOGY. 1-3 hours. (General Syllabus on TopNet)
Prerequisite: Consent of research project director.
A study involving a research project under faculty supervision. May be repeated with
a maximum of 6 hours counted for graduation.
BIO 399 Research Contract (please open in Adobe Reader or Adobe Pro)
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400 PLANT PHYSIOLOGY. 3 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 222-223 and two semesters of chemistry.
A study of the function of plant systems.
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403 MOLECULAR BASIS OF CANCER. 3 hours.
Prerequisite: BIOL 319 and BIOL 322 or equivalent. Biological and molecular features
of oncogenesis and clinical cancer, focusing on specific molecular events underlying
carcinogensis, metastasis, and angiogenesis. Case study learning is integrated into
the course to help students understand the societal implications of cancer.
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404 TECHNIQUES AND THEORY OF ELECTRON MICROSCOPY. 4 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 120/121 and 122/123 or consent of instructor.
A course in the fundamentals of electron microscopy including basic theory, techniques
for specimen preparation and photography, and operation of the electron microscope.
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405 AQUATIC INSECT DIVERSITY. 3 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 224 and 225 or consent of instructor. The taxonomy and biology
of the insects commonly encountered in freshwater habitats.
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407 VIROLOGY. 3 hours
Pre/Corequisites: Biol 319/322.
A study of bacterial, animal and plant viruses with special emphasis on the chemistry
and replication of bacterial viruses.
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411 CELL BIOLOGY. 3 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 319 AND BIOL 322 OR BIOL 327 .
A lecture series emphasizing the morphological and chemical make-up of cells, the
physical and chemical properties of the cell, and the modern techniques for investigation
of cellular functions.
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412 CELL BIOLOGY LABORATORY. 1 hour.
Pre/Corequisite: BIOL 411.
A laboratory course correlated with BIOL 411.
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415 ECOLOGICAL METHODS. 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 315 or consent of instructor.
A course emphasizing the collection, manipulation and analysis of ecological data
using a variety of techniques in aquatic and terrestrial habitats.
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420 INTRODUCTION TO TOXICOLOGY. 3 hours. GEN ED (W)
Prerequisites: BIOL 120-121; CHEM 314 or equivalent.
Toxicology is the study of the adverse affects of inorganic and organic molecules
on living organisms. The course will provide an understanding of the basic principles
of toxicology for undergraduate majors and minors in the natural sciences.
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430 EVOLUTION: THEORY AND PROCESS. 3 hours. GEN ED (W)
Prerequisite: BIOL 319/322 and 327 or permission of instructor.
Study of the genetic, behavioral and ecological mechanisms leading to evolutionary
change, and the role of evolutionary theory as a unifying framework in biology.
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440 DEVELOPMENTAL GENETICS 3 hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 319/322. A descriptive investigation of the genetic and biochemical
processes that regulate development of microbes, plants and animals.
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446 BIOCHEMISTRY I. 3 hours.
Prerequisite: CHEM 314 or 340. A study of biochemical compounds and their role in
intermediary metabolism. Special topics include biochemical energetics and coenzyme
mechanisms.
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447BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY. 2 hours. gen ed
Corequisite or prerequisite: BIOL/CHEM 446.
A basic laboratory study involving selected experiments which illustrate biochemical
principles including separation, identification and chemical proprieties of carbohydrates,
lipids, proteins and enzymes.
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450 RECOMBINANT GENE TECHNOLOGY. 3 hours.
Prerequisite: BIOL 350. Discovery-based laboratory emphasizing application of basic
techniques to solve student-defined problems. Problems in characterization and expression
of genetic material are explored. .
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456 ICHTHYOLOGY. 4 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 224-225 and consent of instructor.
A survey of the fishes of the world, their physiology, structure, behavior and ecology.
Special emphasis will be placed upon the collection and identification of freshwater
species of Kentucky.
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458 FISHERIES MANAGEMENT. 4 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 224-225. A study of the factors affecting fish populations. Topics
covered include life history traits, sampling techniques, management practices, and
policies regulating the management of fish populations. Off-campus and overnight
weekend field trips and a course fee are required.
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459 MAMMALOGY. 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 224/225.
Taxonomy, life history and ecology of the mammals. Laboratory work includes field
studies and collection and study of specimens in the laboratory.
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460 PARASITOLOGY. 4 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 224-225.
A study of the morphology, physiology, life histories, control and economic significance
of representative species.
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467 BIOCHEMISTRY II. 3 hours.
Prerequisite: BIOL/CHEM 446. A study of the reactions of living systems and an introduction
to the mechanisms and energetics of metabolism.
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470 PATHOGENIC MICROBIOLOGY. 4 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 226/227 or consent of instructor.
A study of the organisms causing disease with emphasis on bacteria. The course will
survey pathogenic bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.
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472 APPLIED AND ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY. 4 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 207/208 or 226/227.
A study of the roles of microorganisms in food preservation, fermentation, spoilage
and food intoxication. Production of microbial products of industrial interest; application
of modern microbiological techniques to industrial processes; interrelationships between
microorganisms and their environment.
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475 SELECTED TOPICS IN BIOLOGY. 1-3 hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
A consideration of special topics to acquaint the advanced student with significant
problems and developments of current interest in biology. May be repeated with a maximum
of 6 hours counted for graduation.
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477 MARINE BIOLOGY. 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 224-225 or consent of instructor. Marine organisms are examined
within a framework of basic biological principles and processes that are fundamental
to all forms of life in the sea, including evolution, ecology, biodiversity, biogeography,
behavior, and physiology.
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483 MULTIVARIATE METHODS IN BIOLOGY. 4 hours.
Prerequisites: Junior standing and a course in statistics, or consent of instructor.
Application of multivariate statistical analysis techniques to problems in the biological
sciences. Principal component and factor analysis, canonical discriminant analysis,
correspondence analysis, distance metrics and clustering, canonical correlation, repetitive
sampling, randomization. Not a course in mathematical statistics; rather, emphasis
is on experimental design, selection of appropriate methods for testing particular
hypothesis, and the analysis of real data. (Spring)
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485 FIELD BIOLOGY. 3 hours.
Prerequisites: Major or minor in the life sciences and consent of instructor.
An intensive field experience on a specific biological topic, consisting of a two-week
field trip to a geographical area of biological interest preceded by a four-day introductory
session and followed by a one-day evaluation session.
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490 PLANTS AS ALTERNATIVE THERAPEUTICS. 3 hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 120-121 and BIOL 122-123, or consent of instructor. Exploration
of plants used in traditional medicine with emphasis on pharmacological implications
as evidenced in modern clinical research. Examines therapeutic actions of phytochemicals
on major human illnesses.
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492CLINICAL INTERNSHIP IN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY. 8 hours.
Prerequisites: Student must have completed the course requirements in medical technology
and have been accepted to an accredited medical technology school.
An internship in an accredited medical technology school with a curriculum that includes
both daily instruction in basic theory and corresponding laboratory experience.
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493 CLINICAL INTERNSHIP IN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY. 14 hours.
Prerequisites: Student must have completed the course requirements in medical technology
and have been accepted to an accredited medical technology school.
An internship in an accredited medical technology school with a curriculum that includes
both daily instruction in basic theory and corresponding laboratory experience.
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494 CLINICAL INTERNSHIP IN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY. (14)
Prerequisites: Student must have completed the course requirements in medical
technology and have been accepted to an accredited medical technology school.
An internship in an accredited medical technology school with a curriculum that
includes both daily instruction in basic theory and corresponding laboratory
experience.
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495 MOLECULAR GENETICS. 3 hours.
Prerequisite: BIOL 312
A study of the molecular basis of genetics and heredity of prokaryotic and eukaryotic
organisms.
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496 PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY. 4 hours.
Prerequisite: BIOL 319/322 or AGRO 110 or permission of instructor.
A course designed to illustrate the current advances in plant biotechnology and their
potential application in agriculture, health and environment.
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497 AQUATIC FIELD ECOLOGY. 4 hours.
Prerequisites: BIOL 222/BIOL 223 or BIOL 224/BIOL 225 or BIOL 226/BIOL 227 and CHEM
120/CHEM 121 and junior standing.
Physical, chemical and biological aspects of bodies of fresh water with emphasis upon
water as a biological environment.
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