Department of Biological, Geological, and Environmental Sciences (BGES)

FALL 2008 COURSE OFFERINGS

Biology undergraduate courses

Biology graduate courses

Environmental Science courses

Geology courses

critical dates for registration

New / Special Courses for Fall Semester:

• BIO 266 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (3-0-3). Corequisite: BIO 267 and other parts of this Learning Community "Science in Service to Society".
  Section 2:2:30pm - 3:45 pm . Staff.
  Systems approach to human anatomy and physiology. Natural Science.
• BIO 267 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (3-0-3). Corequisite: BIO 266 and other parts of this Learning Community "Science in Service to Society".
  Section 52:4:00pm - 4:50 pm . Staff.
  Systems approach to human anatomy and physiology. Natural Science.
• BIO 390 Writing in Biology I (2-0-2). Prerequisite: A declared Biology major.
  Section 1: 11:00am - 11:50am. WF. Staff.
• BIO 391 Writing in Biology II (1-0-1). Prerequisite: BIO 390 and a declared Biology major.
  Section 1: 11:00am - 11:50am. WF. Staff..
• BIO 492 / 495 Seminar (1-0-1). Prerequisites: Senior standing and major in biology.
  Section 1: 11:00am-11:50am M. Dr. Lindmark. The topic is "Infectious Diseases "
• BIO 538 / 738 Clinical Genetics (3-0-3). Prerequisite: membership in the PA program or permission of the instructor.
  Section 1: 2:00 - 3:30 TTh. Staff .
  Principles of clinical genetics and the use of traditional and molecular methods for the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of genetic disorders.
• BIO 590 Museum Studies for Natural Historians (3-0-3).
  /Section 50: 5:30pm - 6:45pm, TR. Dr. Gibson.
  Introduction to museums with particular attention to all aspects of science museums, including education, preservation of collections, research, display for study and enrichment, living collections, interactive displays and nature preserves. Field trips may occur outside scheduled class hours.
• BIO 672 / 872 Advances in Molecular Biology (3-0-3). Prerequisite: Permission of graduate committee.
  Section 50: 4:00pm - 5:15pm MW. Dr. Komar.The topic is "Protein World ."
  In-depth study of significant, recent conceptual or methodological advances in molecular biology. Topic varies with the instructor. May be repeated for credit.
• BIO 688 / 888 Graduate Seminar (1-0-1).
  Section 50: 4:00pm - 4:50pm R. Dr. Mazumder. The topic is "Presenting a Research Paper: A Critical Analysis."
  Section 51: 12:00pm - 1:00pm W. Dr. Boerner. The topic is "Current Research in Molecular Biology ."
  Section 951: 5:00pm - 5:50pm R. Dr. Smith. The topic is "Identifying Genes for Complex Traits."
• EVS 380 Earth System Science for Middle School Teachers (3-4-5). Enrollment is restricted to students seeking middle school licensure. No credit towards environmental science major.
  Section 50: 5:30pm - 7:50pm, MW. Staff.
• EVS 454 Conservation Biology (3-0-3). Prerequisite BIO 304
  Section 1: 1:00-2:15pm MW Dr. Walton
  This course will examine the causes and scientific responses to the current worldwide crisis of declinding biodiversity. Scientific principles underlying conservation biology are emphasized, but students also will explore the role that culture, societal values, politics, and economics play in conservation issues
• EVS 455 Conservation Biology Laboratory (0-2-1). Prerequisite BIO 304
  Section 1: 2:30pm-4:00pm M Dr. Walton
  Examination of central principles of conservation biology through field studies and computerized analyses of data for actual endangered and threatened species. This laboratory course provides students with experience in quantification and analysis of biodiveristy, environmental monitoring, mathematical modeling, risk assessment, and other methods used in conservation biology, ecology, and natural resource management.
• GEO 124 Beyond Google Earth (3-0-3). Prerequisite BIO 304
  Section 50: 4:00pm-5:50pm TTh, 6:00pm-10:00pm T Dr. Wentworth
  Overview of the imagery and other tools used by geospatial scientists to evaluate the resources and limitations of the earth's surface. Geographic Positioning Systems, Aerial Photography, Satellite Imagery, and Geographic Information Systems and their applications will be discussed. Laboratory exercises will provide hands-on experience with these technologies and with the techniques used to extract information and understanding from raw geospatial data
• EVS 580 Earth System Science for Middle School Teachers (3-4-5). Enrollment is restricted to in-service middle school teachers without science specialty and students enrolled in the M. Ed. Middle School Science program. No credit towards completion of a graduate degree in environmental science.
  Section 50: 5:30pm - 7:50pm, MW. Staff.
• SCI 220 Science as a Way of Thinking (4-0-4). Part of the new Certificate in Science Writing.
  Section 50: 10:00am - 11:50am, TR. Dr. Gates.

BIOLOGY undergraduate courses

Note:The 100-level biology courses are intended primarily for non-science majors. BIO 107 may be combined with BIO 102, 106, or 168 to partially satisfy the University's requirement for Natural Science with Laboratory. BIO 109 may be combined with BIO 100, 108, 110, or 112 to partially satisfy the requirement for Natural Science with Laboratory. Courses with "Human" in their title discuss biological principles using humans as the main illustrative example.

BIO 102 Human Genetics, Reproduction, and Development (3-0-3).
BIO 102 Section 1: 10:00am - 11:15am TTh. Staff.
Genetics and development of humans including application of genetic technology to humans. Natural Science. BIO 107 may be combined with BIO 102 to partially satisfy the requirement for Natural Science with Laboratory.

BIO 106 Human Biology in Health and Disease (3-0-3).
Section 1: 1:30pm - 2:20pm MWF. Staff.
Section 2: 10:00am - 11:15am TTh. Dr. Modney
Section 50: 4:00pm - 5:15pm MW. Dr.Boerner
Section 51: 4:00pm - 5:15pm TTh. Staff.
Section 52: 4:00pm - 5:15pm TTh. Dr. Kalafatis. Restricted to members of the SERV program
Section 480: 8:00am - 10:50am Sat. Staff.
Introduction to biological principles. Discussion of cell structure, cell function, and physiology of digestion, circulation, excretion, and coordination in normal and disease states. Natural Science. BIO 107 may be combined with BIO 106 to partially satisfy the requirement for Natural Science with Laboratory.

BIO 107 Human Biology Laboratory (1-2-2). BIO 107 is a two-credit course. Each section meets for a 50 minute lecture/demonstration session, and for a 110 minute laboratory session. The two sessions meet either the same day or different days, depending on the section number.
Section 1: 9:45am - 10:35am M & 8:45am - 10:35am W. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 2: 9:45am - 10:35am M & 8:45am - 10:35am W. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 3: 1:30pm - 2:20pm M & 1:30pm - 3:20pm W. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 4: 1:30pm - 2:20pm M & 1:30pm - 3:20pm W. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 5: 11:00am - 11:50am M & 11:00am - 12:50pm W. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 6: 11:00am - 11:50am M & 11:00am - 12:50pm W. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 7: 10:30am - 11:20pm T & 10:30am - 12:20pm Th. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 8: 10:30am - 11:20pm T & 10:30am - 12:20pm Th. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 9: 8:00am - 8:50am T & 9:00am - 10:50am T. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 10: 8:00am - 8:50am T & 9:00am - 10:50am T. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 11: 9:00am - 9:50am T & 8:00am - 9:50am Th. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 12: 9:00am - 9:50am T & 8:00am - 9:50am Th. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 13: 1:00pm - 1:50pm T & 2:00pm - 3:50pm T. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 14: 1:00pm - 1:50pm T & 1:00pm - 2:50pm Th. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 50: 5:30pm - 6:20pm W & 6:30pm -8:20pm W. Dr. Lindmark
Section 51: 5:30pm - 6:20pm T & 6:30pm - 8:20pm T. Dr. Lindmark.
Section 480: 11:30am - 2:20pm Sat. Dr. Lindmark.
Laboratory study of diverse aspects of human biology. Topics include cell structure and function, human anatomy, physiology, disease, genetics, reproduction, development, and aging. Natural Science with Laboratory.

BIO 108 Environmental Ecology (3-0-3).
Section 1: 10:00am - 11:15am TTh. Staff.
Concepts of ecology as they relate to environmental problems in today's world. Natural Science BIO 109 may be combined with BIO 110 to partially satisfy the requirement for Natural Science with Laboratory

Note: Courses numbered 200 and above are intended primarily for Biology majors, Health Science majors, Nursing majors, and other science majors. Courses numbered 260 to 272 do not fulfill the requirements for any biology major.

BIO 200 Introductory Biology I (3-0-3). Corequisite: BIO 201.
Section 1: 11:00am - 11:50am MWF. Drs. Gibson & Modney.
Section 2: 1:00am - 1:50pm MWF. Drs. Gibson & Modney. Part of the Learning Community: How we know what we know about molecules and living things.
Section 50: 6:00pm - 7:15pm MW. Drs. Gibson & Modney. .
An introduction to modern biology covering basic principles of molecular and cell biology, immunity, genetics, evolution, and biological classification. Natural Science.

BIO 201 Introductory Biology Laboratory I (0-2-1). Corequisite: BIO 200.
Section 1: 9:00am - 10:50am M.. Dr. Gibson / Staff.
Section 2: 9:00am - 10:50am W. Dr. Gibson / Staff.
Section 3: 12:00pm - 1:50pm M. Dr. Gibson / Staff.
Section 4: 12:00pm - 1:50pm W. Dr. Gibson / Staff.
Section 5: 2:00pm - 3:50pm M. Dr. Gibson / Staff.
Section 6: 2:00pm - 3:50pm W. Dr. Gibson / Staff.
Section 7: 2:00pm - 3:50pm Th. Dr. Gibson / Staff.
Section 8: 9:00am - 10:50am F. Dr. Gibson / Staff.
Section 50: 4:00pm - 5:50pm M.. Dr. Gibson / Staff.
Section 51: 4:00pm - 5:50pm W. Dr. Gibson / Staff.
Section 52: 7:30pm - 9:20pm M. Dr. Gibson / Staff.

BIO 266 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (3-0-3). Prerequisite: Upper-level high school biology, or BIO 106, or HED 210. Corequisite: BIO 267.
Section 1: 10:00am - 11:15am TTh. Dr. Gibson.
Section 2: 2:30pm-3:45pm TTh Staff : Restricted to the Learning Community "Science in Service to Society"
Section 50: 4:00pm - 5:15pm TTh. Dr. Kondratov.
Systems approach to human anatomy and physiology. Natural Science.

BIO 267 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory (0-2-1). Corequisite: BIO 266.
Section 1: 8:00am - 8:50am TTh. Dr. Gibson/Staff.
Section 2: 9:00am - 9:50am TTh. Dr. Gibson/Staff.
Section 3: 12:00pm - 12:50pm TTh. Dr. Gibson/Staff.
Section 4: 1:00pm - 1:50pm TTh. Dr. Gibson/Staff.
Section 5: 2:00pm - 2:50pm TTh. Dr. Gibson/Staff.
Section 6: 3:00pm-3:50pm TTh Dr. Gibson/Staff
Section 50: 5:30pm - 6:20pm TTh. Dr. Gibson/Staff.
Section 51: 6:30pm - 7:20pm TTh. Dr. Gibson/Staff.
Section 52: 4:00pm-4:50pm TTh Staff : Restricted to the Learning Community "Science in Service to Society"
Selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts covered in BIO 266. Natural Science Laboratory.

BIO 300 Plant Biology (3-0-3). Prerequisites: BIO 200 and 202. Corequisite: BIO 301.
Section 1: 1:00pm - 2:15pm TTh. Dr. Corbett..
Plant diversity, structure, function, and evolution.

BIO 301 Plant Biology Laboratory (0-2-1). Corequisite: BIO 300.
Section 1: 10:00am - 11:50am T. Dr. Corbett/Staff.
Section 2: 2:30pm - 4:20pm T. Dr. Corbett/Staff.
Selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts covered in BIO 300.

BIO 302 Animal Biology (3-0-3). Prerequisites: BIO 200 and 202. Corequisite: BIO 303.
Section 1: 12:30pm-1:20pm MWF. Staff.
Animal diversity, structure, function, and evolution.

BIO 303 Animal Biology Laboratory (0-2-1). Corequisite: BIO 302.
Section 1: 10:00am-11:50am M Staff
Section 2: 1:30pm-3:20pm M Staff
Section 3: 10:00am-11:50am W Staff
Section 4: 1:30pm-3:20pm W Staff
Selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts covered in BIO 302.

BIO 308 Cell Biology (3-0-3). Prerequisite: CHM 331.
Section 50: 6:15pm-7:30pm MW. Dr. Shukla/Staff.
Structure, function, and biogenesis of cellular organelles and the cytoskeleton. Discussions of development at the cellular level, inter- and intra-cellular signaling, and regulation of the cell cycle.

BIO 309 Cell Biology Laboratory (0-2-1). Corequisite: BIO 308.
Section 50: 4:00pm-5:50pm M Staff
Section 51: 7:45pm-9:30pm M Staff
Section 52: 7:45pm-9:30pm W Staff
Selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts covered in BIO 308.

BIO 390 Writing in Biology I (2-0-2). Prerequisite: A declared Biology major.
Section 1: 12:15m - 1:05pm. WF. Staff.
This course is designed to develop the writing and oral presentation skills of students through assigned projects and in-class activities. Students will write conceptual (review or theoretical) papers according to a standard format. A substantial written report is one of the requirements. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a 300- or 400-level content-based biology course. Prior to registering for BIO 390, students must obtain a written agreement from the content course instructor indicating willingness to serve as a grader of the required written report. The content course instructor, in consultation with the student, will determine the topic of the written report. Writing.

BIO 391 Writing in Biology II (1-0-1). Prerequisite: BIO 390 and a declared Biology major.
Section 1: 12:15m - 1:05pm. WF. Staff.
Students will write conceptual (review or theoretical) papers according to a standard format and give in-class oral presentations. A substantial written report is one of the requirements. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a 300- or 400-level content-based biology course. Prior to registering for BIO 391 students must obtain a written agreement from the content course instructor indicating willingness to serve as a grader of the required written report. The content course instructor, in consultation with the student, will determine the topic of the written report. May be repeated with change in title of the content course. Writing.

BIO 412 Elements of Immunology (3-0-3). Prerequisites: BIO 308 and 416/417. Corequisite BIO 413.
Section 1: 1:00pm - 2:15pm TTh. Dr. Sam-Yellowe.
Nature of antigens, antibody structure and function, B and T cell activation, cytokines, immunoassays, terminology.

BIO 413 Elements of Immunology Laboratory (0-2-1). Corequisite BIO 412.Section 1: 2:30pm - 4:20pm Th. Dr. Sam-Yellowe.
Section 1: 2:30pm-4:20pm Th Dr. Sam-Yellowe
Immunochemical assays and cell culture techniques. Preparation of single cell suspensions and determination of cell viability. Identification and quantification of antigen-antibody interactions.

BIO 416 Microbiology (3-0-3). Prerequisite: B10 308. Corequisite: BIO 417.
Section 1: 8:30am - 9:45am TTh. Dr. Lindmark.
Structure, function, and genetics of major groups of microorganisms, with emphasis on bacteria; the role of microbes in the economy of nature and man.

BIO 417 Microbiology Laboratory (0-4-2). Corequisite: BIO 416.
Section 1: 10:00am - 11:50am TTh. Dr. Lindmark/Staff.
Section 2: 12:00pm - 1:50pm TTh. Dr. Lindmark/Staff.
The techniques of identification, manipulation, and quantification of microbes.

BIO 426 Neurobiology (3-0-3) Prerequisite: BIO 302 or equivalent
Section 1: 6:00pm-7:15pm MW Dr. Dean
Exploration of the relation of behavior to neutral functions. Topics include basic neurophysiology and properties of sensory and motor systems illustrated with human and nonhuman examples

--will run Spring 09--BIO 430 Bioinformatics (3-0-3). Prerequisites: BIO 306 and BIO 310. A course in either statistics or computer science is highly recommended.
Section Dr. Shukla
Introduction to the tools and techniques of bioinformatics, with emphasis on computational techniques to analyze genomic and proteomic data. Topics include searching of databases, sequence alignment and analysis, phylogenetic methods and computer programming to analyze database information. A project using original or internet bioinformatics tools is required.

BIO 453 Field Experience in Ecology and Conservation Biology (1 to 6).
Section 1. TBA Dr. Walton.
This course will examine principles of ecology and conservation biology through field research in a natural setting. Students will participate in research projects emphasizing analyses of biodiversity, population demography, species interactions, or behavior.

BIO 490 Honors Research (1 or 2 credits). Prerequisite: Honors degree status.
Section 1: TBA, 1 credit. Dr. Modney
Section 2: TBA, 2 credits Dr. Modney
Supervised research in a faculty member's laboratory on a project approved by the Honors Program Committee. May be repeated for credit.

BIO 491 Honors Thesis and Defense (3-0-3). Prerequisite: Honors degree status.
Section 1: TBA.Dr. Modney
Written report on honors research project and a public defense of the thesis before a faculty committee. Writing.

BIO 492 Honors Seminar (1-0-1). Prerequisite: Honors degree status.
Section 1: 11:00am-11:50am M. Dr. Lindmark. The topic is "Infectious Diseases "
Oral reports on selected topics, including the honors research project. May be repeated for credit. Writing.

BIO 495 Seminar (1-0-1). Prerequisites: Senior standing and major in biology.
Section 1: 11:00am-11:50am M. Dr. Lindmark. The topic is "Infectious Diseases "
Oral reports on selected topics, including the honors research project. May be repeated for credit. Writing.

BIO 496 Independent Study in Biology (0-4-2). Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, and permission of chairperson.
Section number corresponds to supervising faculty member; time TBA
Special problem or independent study course for undergraduate biology majors. May be repeated for credit. Writing.

BIO 497 Independent Study in Biology (0-8-4). Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, and permission of chairperson.
Section number corresponds to supervising faculty member; time TBA.
Special problem or independent study course for undergraduate biology majors. May be repeated for credit. Writing.

BIO 499 Exit Evaluation (0-1-0). Prerequisites: Senior standing. Final exit examination and outcomes assessment evaluation required of all graduating seniors. Graded S/U.

BIOLOGY graduate courses

Courses numbered 500-600 are for students seeking the M.S. degree. Courses numbered 700-800 are for students seeking the Ph.D. degree who already have an M.S. degree or equivalent credit hours. Students enrolled in 700-800 courses are expected to make more substantial contributions to papers, presentations, projects, etc., and will be graded more stringently than students in 500-600 versions.

BIO 500 / 700 Graduate Orientation (1-0-1).
Section 1: 2:05pm - 2:55pm F. Dr. Dean.
Topics include rules and regulations, research opportunities, scientific writing, and scientific ethics. Students must complete both orientation courses before graduation.

BIO 504 / 704 Biological Chemistry (3-0-3). Prerequisite: BIO 306 or equivalent.
Section 50: 5:30pm - 6:45pm MW. Dr. van Keulen.
Metabolic reactions of the cell for energy production and storage. Structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids. Regulation and control of metabolic pathways. Structure, function, and transport mechanism of biological membranes. The biochemistry of nitrogen-containing molecules. Emphasis on the chemical control and regulation.

BIO 512 / 712 Adv Immunology (3-0-3) PPrerequisite BIO 308/309, BIO 412/413, and BIO 504/704; Co-requisite: BIO 513/713
Section 1: 1:00pm-2:15pm TTh Dr. Sam-Yellowe
The study of immune cell development, organization and expression of immunoglobulin and T cell receptor genes, including antigen processing and presentation, cytokine regulation, apoptosis, immunity to infections, diseases, and vaccines.

BIO 513 Adv Immunology Lab (0-2-1) PPrerequisite BIO 308/309, BIO 412/413, and BIO 504/704; Co-requisite: BIO 513/713
Section 1: 2:30pm-4:20pm Th Dr. Sam-Yellowe
The laboratory covers antibody production, general immunoassays, tissue culture techniques, and genetic engineering techniques

BIO 516/716 Microbiology (3-0-3) Co-requisite BIO 517/717
Section 1: 8:30am-9:45am TTh Dr. Lindmark
Structure, function, and genetics of major groups of microorganisms, with emphasis on bacteria; the role of microbes in the economy of nature and man.

BIO 517/717 Microbiology Lab (0-4-2) Co-requisite BIO 516/717
Section 1: 10:00am-11:50am TTh Dr. Lindmark
The techniques of identification, manipulation, and quantification of microbes

BIO 526 Neurobiology (3-0-3) Prerequisite BIO 301 or equivalent.
Section 1: 6:00pm-7:15pm MW Dr. Dean
Exploration of the relation of behavior to neural function; topics include basic neurophysiology and properties of sensory and motor systems illustrated with human and non-human examples

BIO 538 Clinical Genetics. Prerequisite: BIO 302 or equivalent.
Section 1: 2:00 - 3:30 TTh. Staff
Principles of clinical genetics and the use of traditional and molecular methods for the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of genetic disorders.

BIO 540 Biostatistics (3-0-3)
Section 50: 5:30pm-6:45pm TTh Dr. Krebs
Introductory course in biostatistics, including probability, statistical inference, hypothesis testing, regression, and other analytical statistical methods applicable to biology.

BIO 584 / 784 Writing and Editing Grant Proposals (1-0-1).
Section 50: 4:00pm - 4:50pm M. Dr. Weyman.This course is designed to teach students the fundamentals of preparing grant proposals to private, state and federal agencies. Key topics covered will be: formulating specific experimental aims, experimental design, critiques and re-submission.

BIO 588 Museum Studies Natural History (3-0-3) Prerequisite ART 505 and permission of the instructor
Section 50: 5:30pm-6:45pm TTh Dr. Gibson
Introduction to museums with particular attention to all aspects of science museums, including education, preservation of collections, research, display of study and enrichment, living collections, interactive displays, and nature preserves. Field trips may occur outside scheduled class hours

BIO 596 / 796 Independent Study in Biology (0-4-2). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Specialized study of a particular topic in biology.nnbtgv

BIO 597 / 797 Independent Study in Biology (0-8-4). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Specialized study of a particular topic in biology.

BIO 604 / 804 Cell Biology (3-0-3).
Section 50: 4:00pm - 5:15pm TTh. Dr. Shukla/Dr. Weyman.
Examination of basic cellular processes including structure and function of organelles and biomembranes, intracellular transport, cell motility and shape, and cellular signaling events as they relate to proliferation, differentiation, apoptosis, and the integration of cells into tissues. Heavy reliance will be made on the experimental basis for our understanding of these phenomena, with extensive use of the primary literature.

BIO 630 / 830 Recombinant DNA Techniques (3-0-3).Prerequisite: BIO 506 or permission of instructor.
Section 50: 4:00pm - 5:15pm TTh. Dr. van Keulen.
Lecture course on recombinant DNA techniques. Theoretical background and practical application of plasmids, restriction and modifying enzymes, lambda phage and vectors. The use of genomic and cDNA libraries and a variety of detection systems to isolate and characterize cloned DNA, including hybridization techniques and DNA sequence analysis, will be discussed.

BIO 672 / 872 Advances in Molecular Biology (3-0-3). Prerequisite: Permission of graduate committee.
Section 50: 4:00pm - 5:15pm MW. Dr. Komar.The topic is "Protein World "
In-depth study of significant, recent conceptual or methodological advances in molecular biology. Topic varies with the instructor. May be repeated for credit.

BIO 684 / 884 Research Seminar (1-0-1).
Section 1: 3:00pm - 3:50pm F. Dr. Kondratov.The topics are primarily cellular and molecular biology.
Section 2: 12:00pm - 1:00pm F. Dr. Yuan .The topics are primarily ecology, evolution, and environmental science.
Weekly topics vary with instructor and guest speakers. May be repeated for credit.

BIO 688 / 888 Graduate Seminar (1-0-1).
Section 2: 12:00pm-1:00pm W . Dr. Boerner. The topic is "Current Research in Molecular Biology."
Section 51: 4:00pm - 4:50pm Th. Dr. Mazumder. The topic is "Presenting a research paper: a critical analysis."
Section 951: 5:00pm - 5:50pm Th Dr. Smith The topic is "Identifying genes for complex traits."
Topic varies with instructor. May be repeated for credit. Offered every term.

BIO 690 Qualifying Examination (M.S.) (1-0-1). (Graded S, F, I) Prerequisite: Permission of graduate committee.
Examinations in selected areas of biology. May be repeated for credit.

BIO 691 Laboratory Research (M.S.) (1-10). (Graded S, NS, F, T) Prerequisite: Written approval of graduate program director. Research for students entering the program.

BIO 695 Research (M.S.) (1-10). (Graded S, NS, F, T) Prerequisite: Written approval of BGES Graduate Program Director. Research following approval of the thesis research proposal for students seeking the M.S. degree.

BIO 891 Laboratory Research (Ph.D.) (1-10). (Graded S, NS, F, T) Prerequisite: Written approval of BGES Graduate Program Director. Research for students entering the program.

BIO 895 Ph.D. Research (1-10). (Graded S, NS, F, T) Prerequisite: Written approval of BGES Graduate Program Director. Dissertation research following approval of the dissertation research proposal for students seeking the Ph.D. degree.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE courses

EVS 206 Introduction to Environmental Science (4-0-4).
Section 1: 10:00am - 11:50am TTh. Dr. Yuan.
An introduction to the interlinkages of nature, with substantive materials from geology, biology, chemistry, physics, economics, anthropology, political sciences and many other areas. The role of humans as destroyers and conservationists in nature will be studied. Natural and human caused hazards and prevention will be investigated. Natural Science. Primarily for majors; Bio 108 is similar, but for non-majors

EVS 300 Physical Features of Ecosystems (3-0-3) Prerequisite EVS 206 or GEO 230. Corequisite EVS 301
Section 1: 10:00am-11:15am TTh Dr. Clapham
Overview of the dynamics of the abiotic factors contributing to ecosystem structure and function. The course will include water resources and flood hazards, environmental hazards, soils, and waste management. It will deal both with natural factors and environments that have been affected by human intervention, as well as conservation of the resources on which society depends

EVS 301 Physical Features of Ecosystems Lab (0-2-1) Prerequisite EVS 206 or GEO 230 Corequisite EVS 300
Section 1: 1:00pm-2:50pm Th Dr. Clapham
The course will include water resources and flood hazards, environmental hazards, soils, and waste management. It will deal both with natural factors and environments that have been affected by human intervention, as well as conservation of the resources on which society depends

EVS 380 Earth System Science for Middle School Teachers (3-4-5). Enrollment is restricted to students seeking middle school licensure. No credit towards environmental science major.
Section 50: 5:30pm - 7:50pm, MW. TBA
Earth system concepts relevant to students seeking middle school licensure will be discussed and related to timely issues. Lectures will coordinate with laboratory exercises and inquiry-based activities.

EVS 454 Conservation Bio (3-0-3) Prerequisite BIO 304
Section 1: 1:00-2:15pm MW Dr. Walton
This course will examine the causes and scientific responses to the current worldwide crisis of declinding biodiversity. Scientific principles underlying conservation biology are emphasized, but students also will explore the role that culture, societal values, politics, and economics play in conservation issues

EVS 455 Conservation Bio Lab (0-4-2) Prerequisite BIO 304
Section 1: 2:30pm-4:00pm M Dr. Walton
Examination of central principles of conservation biology through field studies and computerized analyses of data for actual endangered and threatened species. This laboratory course provides students with experience in quantification and analysis of biodiveristy, environmental monitoring, mathematical modeling, risk assessment, and other methods used in conservation biology, ecology, and natural resource management.

EVS 490 Internship in Environmental Science (0-8-4). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Section 1: TBA. Dr. Yuan
Independent study related to work experience for majors in environmental sciences.

EVS 496 Independent Study in Environmental Science (0-8-4). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Section 1: TBA. Dr. Yuan.
Independent study of material of special or timely interest which is not likely to be appropriate for or covered in regular course offerings. May be repeated for credit with change in topic.

EVS 497 Research in Environmental Science (0-8-4). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Section 1: TBA. Dr. yuan
Undergraduate research carried out by special arrangement. The student may work independently or as an assistant to a faculty investigator.

BIO 499 Exit Evaluation (0-1-0). Prerequisites: Senior standing. Final exit examination and outcomes assessment evaluation required of all graduating seniors. Graded S/U.

EVS 523 Map Interpretion & Visualization of Space (1-4-3)
Section 1: TBA W Dr. Clapham
Practicum on using topographic, geologic, and specialized maps, aerial photographs, and satellite imagery to interpret and communicate information on landscape details, geologic and geographic hazards, and land-use planning. Review of physical geology to enable students to read the literature in applied geology for environmental applications

EVS 525 Intro to GIS & Remote Sensing (2-4-4) Prerequisite EVS 523 or equivalent
Section 1: 2:00pm-3:50pm TTh Dr. Clapham
Introduction to remote sensing, Geographic Information Systems, and the use of computerized techniques for assessing geographically distributed data, including and presentation of data, and the use of satellite imagery and aerial photography, and commercial and Internet data sets. Lectures to be scheduled within lab hours

EVS 580 Earth System Science for Middle School Teachers (3-4-5). Enrollment is restricted to in-service middle school teachers without science specialty and students enrolled in the M. Ed. Middle School Science program. No credit towards completion of a graduate degree in environmental science.
Section 50: 5:30pm - 7:50pm, MW. TBA.
Earth system concepts relevant to teaching middle-school-level earth system science will be discussed and related to timely issues. Lectures will coordinate with laboratory exercises and inquiry-based activities.

EVS 596 Independent Study in Environmental Science (0-4-2). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Specialized study of a particular topic in biology.

EVS 691 M.S. Research in Environmental Science (1-12). (Graded S, NS, F, T) Prerequisite: Written approval of BGES Graduate Program Director. Research for students entering the program.

EVS 695 M.S. Thesis Research in Environmental Science (1-12). (Graded S, NS, F, T) Prerequisite: Written approval of BGES Graduate Program Director. Research following approval of the thesis research proposal for students seeking the M.S. EVSdegree.

GEOLOGY courses

GEO 100 Introductory Geology (3-0-3). Corequisite: GEO 101.
Section 1: 9:45am - 10:35am. MWF. Dr. Babaei.
Section 50: 6:00pm - 7:15pm. TTh. Staff
Section 480: 9:00am - 11:50am Sat. Staff
Section 901: 3:30pm-4:45pm TTh. Staff.
Basic instruction concerning the composition of the earth, with a detailed discussion of the physical and chemical processes that bring about its continual evolution. Natural Science.

GEO 101 Introductory Geology Laboratory (0-2-1). Corequisite: GEO 100.
Section 1: 11:00am - 12:50pm M. Dr. Babaei/Staff.
Section 2: 1:30pm - 3:20pm M. Dr. Babaei/Staff.
Section 3: 11:00am - 12:50pm W. Dr. Babaei/Staff.
Section 4: 1:30pm - 3:20pm W. Dr. Babaei/Staff.
Section 5: 10:00am - 11:50am T. Dr. Babaei/Staff.
Section 6: 1:00pm - 2:50pm T. Dr. Babaei/Staff.
Section 7: 10:00am - 11:50am Th. Dr. Babaei/Staff.
Section 50: 4:00pm - 5:50pm T. Dr. Babaeir/Staff.
Section 51: 7:30pm - 9:20pm T. Dr. Babaei/Staff.
Section 480: 12:30pm - 2:20pm Sat. Dr. Babaei/Staff.
Section 901: 5:00pm - 5:50pm TTh. Staff.
Selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts covered in GEO 100. Natural Science Laboratory.

GEO 106 Introduction to Meteorology (3-0-3).
Section 1: 12:15pm - 1:05pm MWF. Dr. Babaei.
Introduction to weather and weather systems, with a detailed discussion on the nature of the atmosphere, air motions, precipitation, storms, weather patterns, and weather analysis. Natural Science.

GEO 124 Beyond Google Earth
Section 50: 4:00pm-5:50pm TTh, 6:00pm-10:00pm T Dr. Clapham
Overview of the imagery and other tools used by geospatial scientists to evaluate the resources and limitations of the earth's surface. Geographic Positioning Systems, Aerial Photography, Satellite Imagery, and Geographic Information Systems and their applications will be discussed. Laboratory exercises will provide hands-on experience with these technologies and with the techniques used to extract information and understanding from raw geospatial data

GEO 323 Geospatial Concepts & Tools
Section 1: TBA W Dr. Clapham
Practicum on environmental geography, concentrating on the information, concepts, and tools we use to visualize and analyze the environment. Basic information souces include maps, aerial photographs, and satellite imagery. Analytical tools include direct observation and measurements of these sources, as well as an introduction to the use of geographic information systems and image processing for remote sensing. Intended for majors in biology, environmental science, and geology

GEO 425 Intro to GIS & Remote Sensing (2-4-4) Prerequisite GEO 223
Section 1: 2:00pm-3:50pm TTh Dr. Clapham
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems and the use of computerized techniques for assessing geographically distributed data. The course will include the use of GIS Techniques to analyze data and present those analyses. It will concentrate on the use of satellite imagery and aerial photography, as well as standardized data sets availalbe from commercial sources and the WorldWide Web. Laboratory is selected exercised designed to reinforce concepts covered in lecture

GEO 490 Internship in Geology (1 to 4 credits). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Section 1: TBA. Dr. Babaei.
Independent study related to work experience for majors in geology and environmental sciences.

GEO 496 Independent Study in Geology (1 to 4 credits). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Section 1: TBA. Dr. Babaei.
Independent study of material of special or timely interest which is not likely to be appropriate for or covered in regular course offerings. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.

GEO 497 Research in Geology (1 to 12 credits). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Section 1: TBA. Dr. Babaei.
Undergraduate research carried out by special arrangement. The student may work independently or as an assistant to a faculty investigator. May be repeated for up to 16 credit hours.

GEO 499 Exit Evaluation (0-1-0). Prerequisites: Senior standing. Final exit examination and outcomes assessment evaluation required of all graduating seniors. Graded S/U.

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