Bachelor of Arts: Biology

• Bachelor of Arts: Biology
• 50 Total Units

• BIO 111: General Biology I
• 4

这门普通的生物学课程将从分子的角度研究生物学的主要原理, cellular, and organism levels. Topics include cellular structure, metabolism processes, genetics, DNA function and genome expression, the origin of life and evolutionary principles, biotechnology, and molecular biology. The course emphasizes laboratory techniques, scientific writing, 以及应用生物学原理来解释案例研究. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. Typically offered each semester.

• BIO 112: General Biology II
• 4

As a continuation of BIO 111, 这门普通的生物学课程从有机体的角度考察生物学的主要原理, population, and ecosystem levels. Topics include the structure, function, and behavior of animals and plants, evolutionary mechanisms, population dynamics, and ecological interactions. The course emphasizes laboratory techniques, scientific writing, 以及应用生物学原理来解释案例研究. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. 先决条件:C-或更好的生物111或教师的同意. Typically offered annually (spring semester).

• BIO 499: Senior Thesis
• 1

由学生主导的原创科学研究成果，最终形成正式的书面报告, a public seminar-style oral presentation, and public poster presentation. Prerequisite: C- or better in SCI 495 and 2 units of BIO 496 or consent of instructor; restricted to seniors. Typically offered each semester.

• CHE 222: Chemistry II
• 4

本课程的主要主题将包括溶解度产物, chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, and qualitative analysis. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. Prerequisite: C- or better in CHE 221.

• SCI 455: History and Philosophy of Science
• 3

This course will introduce the philosophic nature of science with a literary review of philosophic issues associated with the epistemological and historical development of science starting with ancient Greece through today. Cross listed with HST 455. Prerequisite: CBIO 101 or consent of instructor. Typically offered every spring semester.

• BIO 350: Molecular and Cellular Biology
• 4

植物和动物分子和细胞结构的研究, biochemistry, 功能也包括在这门课程中，重点是细胞的分子水平, cellular metabolism, 以及主要细胞器的结构和功能. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. Prerequisites: C- or better in (BIO 111, BIO 112, CHE 221) and (CHE 222 or SCI 115; or concurrent enrollment) or consent of instructor. Typically offered annually (fall semester).

• Choose 1 of the following options:

• SCI 495: Research Methods
• 1

本课程将介绍实验室研究的基本技术, experimental design, library databases, review of peer-reviewed literature, and quantitative and qualitative analyses. 学生将撰写一份研究计划，旨在指导未来原创学生进行的研究. Interdisciplinary topics are included. 前提条件:十六(16)单位的主要课程或导师的同意. Typically offered each semester.

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• BIO 496: Research in Biology
• 2

This course will require students to apply research methods and skills in the field of biology towards the completion of original student-conducted research. This course may require library research, field and/or laboratory research, 并在指导老师的指导下完成统计分析. Independent lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. A lab fee is required. 前提条件:C-或更好在SCI 495或教师同意. Course may be taken for a range of units (0.5-2 units per semester), offered each semester.

• OR

• BIO 490: Internship: Biology
• 3

This course is an intense, practical, full- or part-time experience outside the classroom that is an integral part of a professional program, 对学生进入某一职业有显著帮助的. 每个学分单位大约需要四十(40)个学时. 各部门可限制实习学分的最高数量.

 

• Choose one of the following courses:

• BIO 308: Molecular Genetics
• 4

This course will introduce the basic principles of molecular genetics focused on prokaryotic and eukaryotic gene regulation, recombinant DNA technology, bioinformatics, and an introduction to Mendelian genetics. 本课程强调经典的实验室实验和分子技术. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. Prerequisite: C- or better in BIO 111, BIO 112, BIO 350, CHE 221, CHE 222 or consent of the instructor. Typically offered annually (spring semester).

• BIO 309: Population Genetics
• 4

This course will investigate the data, methods, 以及种群遗传学背后的理论，重点是人类种群. Prerequisite: C- or better in BIO 112. Typically offered annually (fall semester).

• 选修课:从以下课程中选择至少23个单元(*如果没有以上课程)
• 23 Units

• BIO 246: Human Anatomy and Physiology I*
• 4

人类解剖学和生理学两个学期的第一课. Topics include the structure and function of cells, tissues, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Introduces common human disease processes.  Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. Laboratory component includes anatomical studies using microscopy and dissection and the study of physiological concepts via experimentation.  Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. 先决条件:C-或更好的生物111或教师的同意. Offered annually (fall semester).

• BIO 247: Human Anatomy and Physiology II*
• 4

人体解剖学和生理学两个学期的第二课.  Topics include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic/immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Introduces common human disease processes.  Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintain homeostasis. Laboratory component includes anatomical studies using microscopy and dissection and the study of physiological concepts via experimentation.   Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. 先决条件:C-或更好在BIO 111和BIO 246或教师的同意. Offered annually (spring semester).

• *BIO 308: Molecular Genetics
• 4

This course will introduce the basic principles of molecular genetics focused on prokaryotic and eukaryotic gene regulation, recombinant DNA technology, bioinformatics, and an introduction to Mendelian genetics. 本课程强调经典的实验室实验和分子技术. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. Prerequisite: C- or better in BIO 111, BIO 112, BIO 350, CHE 221, CHE 222 or consent of the instructor. Typically offered annually (spring semester).

• *BIO 309: Population Genetics
• 4

This course will investigate the data, methods, 以及种群遗传学背后的理论，重点是人类种群. Prerequisite: C- or better in BIO 112. Typically offered annually (fall semester).

• BIO 317: Ecology
• 4

Fundamental ecological concepts will be introduced through literature and illustrated in field investigations focusing on the relation of organisms to their environment. 课程安排包括实地考察和实验时间. A lab fee is required. Prerequisites: Grade C- or better in (BIO 111, 生物112)和(CHE 101或CHE 221或SCI 115)或导师的同意. 通常每两年提供一次(偶数年，春季学期).

• BIO 331: Marine Biology
• 4

本课程将学习各种海洋栖息地和生物, with emphasis on ecological interactions, physiological and behavioral adaptations, and current challenges to the marine environment. Emphasis is placed on local marine ecosystems. 学生将在实验室和现场学习当前的海洋研究方法. 除了在计划的实验室时间进行实地考察外，最多可进行两(2)次周末实地考察. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. Prerequisites: C- or better in (BIO 111, 生物112)和(CHE 101或CHE 221或SCI 115)或教师同意. 建议完成SCI 318和BIO 345课程，但不是必需的. 通常一年提供一次(奇数年，春季学期).

• BIO 341: Plant Biology
• 4

作为植物生命基本概念的介绍, this course will study the structure, functional form, reproduction, genetics, and ecology of fungi, algae, and nonvascular and vascular plants. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. 先决条件:C-或更好的生物111和(CHE 101或CHE 221或SCI 115)或教师的同意. 通常一年提供一次(奇数年，春季学期).

• BIO 345: Evolutionary Zoology
• 4

本课程将学习动物王国的多样性，同时关注自然史, anatomy, systematics, and evolutionary principles. 研究的门包括原生动物到哺乳动物，或其中的一个子集. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. 先决条件:C-或更好的(生物101或CBIO 101或生物111)和生物112或教师的同意. 通常每两年提供一次(偶数年，秋季学期).

• BIO 351: General Microbiology
• 4

This course will introduce the morphology, physiology, 以及微生物的生态和医学重要性(重点是病毒), bacteria, molds, and yeasts), 重点关注生理过程的分子基础. Laboratory sessions will emphasize the culture, physiology, and identification of the major groups of microbes. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. Prerequisites: C- or better in (BIO 101 or BIO 111 or CBIO 101) and (CHE 101 or CHE 221 or SCI 115) or consent of instructor. Typically offered annually (fall semester).

• BIO 355: Biostatistics
• 3

This course will introduce statistical analysis concepts and methods necessary for the interpretation of biological data in including a hands-on experience with computational methods and biological interpretation rather than statistical theory. Computer lab time is included in the schedule. 先决条件:C-或更好的生物111或教师的同意. Typically offered annually (fall semester).

• BIO 361: Field Biology Techniques
• 3

This field-based course will explore common techniques used to conduct biological field research and provide hands-on experience with transects, trapping, quadrats, aquatic survey methods, GPS, GIS, and others. Proper experimental design and statistical analysis of data will be included as students design and conduct their own research projects. During standard Fall or Spring semesters, up to three (3) weekend field trips are possible in addition to field trips during scheduled lab time or longer trips during mid-semester breaks. 需要支付实验室费用和额外的差旅费. Prerequisites: C- or better in (BIO 101 or CBIO 101 or BIO 111) and (CHE 101 or CHE 221 or SCI 115) or consent of instructor. Offered alternate years (odd years, spring semester).

• BIO 371: Neuroscience
• 4

This course is an introduction to the neurosciences, including cellular, systems, cognitive, and computational neurobiology, as well as mammalian neuroanatomy. Primary neuroscientific literature will be analyzed, 以及研究神经系统的方法. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. Offered annually (typically fall semester).

• BIO 390: Practicum: Biology (1-4 units)
• 1

与学生专业直接相关的课外实践经验, minor or professional program. It typically involves "hands-on" experience in the form of an internship that is a beneficial complement to the student's academic experience. Offered every semester, by arrangement.

• BIO 401: Biology Seminar
• 2

This course will take an in-depth look at current biological topics primarily through the use of primary literature. Library research using scientific journals may be required to prepare a major paper and oral presentation. Topics will vary each semester. Prerequisite: Sixteen (16) units of biology or consent of instructor; restricted to juniors and seniors. 是否可以根据导师的安排在任何学期提供.

• CHE 321: Organic Chemistry I
• 4

This course will examine the fundamental concepts relating to organic compounds with an emphasis on structure, nomenclature, theory, bonding, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms, 以及化合物的主要类别的物理和化学性质. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. Prerequisite: C- or better in CHE 222.

• CHE 322: Organic Chemistry II
• 4

This course will focus on aromaticity, advanced synthesis and reaction mechanisms, kinetics, organometallic chemistry, and bio-organic chemistry. A lab fee is required. Prerequisite: C- or better in CHE 321.

• CHE 421: Biochemistry I
• 4

This course will provide an introduction to the principles of chemistry that govern life systems including topics in pH and buffers, enzymes, amino acids, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, 和代谢途径的练习强调蛋白质纯化和表征技术, plus kinetic modeling. Lab time is included in the schedule. A lab fee is required. Prerequisites: C- or better in CHE 221 and CHE 222 and CHE 321 and CHE 322 (concurrent enrollment allowed for CHE 322) or consent of instructor.

• KIN 306: Nutritional Sciences
• 3

This course will explore issues pertinent to the study of health and nutrition for the active individual. This course will analyze concepts and controversies and will emphasize the importance of research and clinical studies in the current nutritional literature. Students will also examine and discuss key concepts concerning the role of nutrition in overall health and well-being for a healthy lifestyle.

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• KIN 307: Exercise and Gerontology
• 3

This course is will explore the latest evidence-based research on the effects of aging and will familiarize students with the physiological impacts of aging as it relates to the decline in physical development, cardiovascular and pulmonary functioning, and muscular strength and power. This course will also introduce the effects of declining motor skills as well as other physical-psychosocial relationships associated with aging.

• PHI 467: Bioethics and Healthcare Professions
• 3

This course will examine the ethical issues raised by modern advances in health care and biological research. 将注意生物伦理学的语言, important philosophical and theological approaches, and socio-cultural implications. Special foci may include clinical nursing ethics, business ethics in a healthcare context, or other topics as appropriate. 前提条件:CTHL 101或CTHL 200或THL 202或NTHL 101或NTHL 202.

• SCI 118: Physical Oceanography
• 4

This course will provide an introduction to the physical sciences in the context of physical oceanography along with the basic concepts of physics and chemistry including properties of water, ocean currents, heat budget, nutrient cycling, ocean-atmosphere interaction, El Niῆo-Southern Oscillation, oceanic waves, and tidal cycles. Lab time is included in the schedule along with field trips during lab time and up to two (2) weekend field trips. This course fulfills Q&I general education. Offered alternate years (odd years, fall semester).

• SCI 318: Ocean Science
• 4

本课程将提供跨学科的生物学入门, physical, and chemical ocean processes, 以及影响其存在的人类活动, distribution, form, 以及海洋生物在各种海洋栖息地的功能. 传统的讲座，同学主导和基于问题的学习，以及实验时间将包括在内. 在实验期间应该进行实地考察，以及多达两(2)个周末实地考察. A lab fee is required. Prerequisites: (BIO 101 or BIO 111 or CBIO 101) and (CHE 101 or SCI 115) or consent of instructor. 通常每两年提供一次(偶数年，春季学期).