Apr 19, 2024  
2021-2022 General Catalog 
    
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Biology

  
  • BIOL 4410 - Plant Structure


    3 credits

    Morphology, anatomy, and development of seed plants, with an emphasis on angiosperms. Two lectures and one lab.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

  
  • BIOL 4420 - Plant Systematics and Diversity


    3 credits

    This is an overview of plant diversity in a phylogenetic context following the latest schemes available. Students will develop skills to identify plants anywhere in the world. Additional coursework is required for those enrolled in the graduate level course.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 1620  

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6420  

  
  • BIOL 4430 - Introduction to Plant Pathology


    4 credits

    Combined lecture-lab course emphasizing concepts in plant pathology. Symptoms and disease-causing organisms are described. Methods of control, the nature of epidemics, and disease prediction.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

  
  • BIOL 4450 - Neurobiology


    3 credits

    Students learn the physiology, organization, and development of nervous systems. Examples are taken from vertebrate and invertebrate systems. Special emphasis is placed on cellular and molecular substrates of electrical excitability.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

  
  • BIOL 4500 - Applied Entomology


    3 credits

    This course covers the fundamentals of insect biology, emphasizing species of economic importance. Students learn the principles and tactics of pest management. The laboratory includes a survey of beneficial and harmful insects affecting humans and agriculture.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:  



  
  • BIOL 4540 - Invertebrate Zoology


    3 credits

    Students learn the structure, function, behavior, habitat, ecology, evolution and phylogeny of animals not included in the subphylum Vertebrata with a focus on selected examples that typify major groups or clarify evolutionary relationships. Graduate students are required to prepare a review paper.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 1620  

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6540  

  
  • BIOL 4600 - Advanced Human Physiology


    5 credits

    Advanced study of the functions of the human body, emphasizing major organ systems. Four lectures and one lab.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: One of the following:



  
  • BIOL 4650 - Evolution: History of an Idea (CI/DSC)


    CI, DSC Communications Intensive, Depth Life and Physical Sciences
    3 credits

    Students are introduced to historical and modern theories of evolution with emphases on Darwin’s ”On the Origin of the Species” and the social and philosophical impacts of evolutionary theory.  

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 1620  with a minimum grade of C-

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6650  

  
  • BIOL 4710 - Teaching Internship


    1 credit

    Advanced undergraduates function as teaching interns under supervision of a faculty member. Only 1 credit may be counted toward Biology degree electives.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Instructor permission

    Repeatable for credit.
  
  • BIOL 4750 - Topics in Biology


    1-3 credits

    This course allows an exploration of topics that are not part of the standard curriculum.

    Repeatable for credit.
    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 5010 - Biogeography


    3 credits

    Distributions of plants and animals, including invertebrates, from terrestrial, freshwater, and marine systems, discussed from historical and ecological perspectives. Explores ecological patterns of body size, color, species density, home range, etc., as well as their causes.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 1620 

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6010 .

  
  • BIOL 5110 - Introduction to Microscopy


    1 credit

    This course provides a practical introduction to light microscopy. Students learn to set up microscopes, take quality images, and perform basic image processing and analysis. Topics include basic optics, microscope components, contrast methods, Köhler illumination, fluorescent microscopy, and sample preparation. Additional coursework is required for those enrolled in the graduate-level course.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

    Cross-listed as:

    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 5150 - Immunology


    3 credits

    Immune response in health and disease. Experimental approach to investigating immune function and abnormalities.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: CHEM 1220 ; BIOL 3060 ; and BIOL 3300  or BIOL 5210 

  
  • BIOL 5160 - Methods in Biotechnology: Cell Culture


    3 credits

    Techniques and fundamental knowledge for culturing mammalian and insect cells. Students will learn maintenance, growing, genetic engineering of cells, cytotoxicity, hybridoma creation, cloning, etc. Extensive laboratory experience is provided.

    Cross-listed as: ADVS 5160  and NDFS 5160  and PSC 5160 .

  
  • BIOL 5190 - Molecular Genetics


    3 credits

    Molecular aspects of genetics, including DNA replication, structure, rearrangement, transposition, recombination, repair, genetic engineering, and gene expression. For 6000-level (graduate) credit, additional reading, recitation, and/or writing is required.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 3060 ; and CHEM 3700  or CHEM 5700 

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6190 .

  
  
  • BIOL 5220 - Endocrine Aspects of Nutrition


    3 credits

    Provides physiological background into hormones involved in nutrient regulation, as well as mechanisms of hormone action at the cellular and molecular levels. Includes action of steroids in the nucleus and membrane-based signal transduction pathways. Course includes lectures and literature reviews/presentations.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: CHEM 3700  or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6220  and ADVS 5220 /ADVS 6220  and NDFS 5220 /NDFS 6220 .

  
  • BIOL 5230 - Developmental Biology


    3 credits

    Examines the mechanisms of biological development using classical embryological and modern molecular and cellular approaches.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 3060  and BIOL 5210 ; CHEM 3700  and CHEM 5700  strongly recommended

  
  • BIOL 5240 - Virology


    3 credits

    Structure, replication, genetics, and molecular biology of viruses, as well as virus-host interactions, and viral diseases and antiviral agents.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 3060  

  
  • BIOL 5250 - Evolutionary Biology (CI)


    CI Communications Intensive
    3 credits

    Current topics in organic evolution from molecular to macroevolutionary scales.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 3060  or WILD 4880  or instructor permission; BIOL 2220 /WATS 2220  recommended.

  
  • BIOL 5260 - Methods in Biotechnology: Molecular Cloning


    3 credits

    Laboratory-oriented course designed to teach molecular biology techniques such as DNA cloning, genetic probes, polymerase chain reaction, and DNA sequencing.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: CHEM 3700  or CHEM 5710 ; or BIOL 3060 ; or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: ADVS 5260  and NDFS 5260  and PSC 5260 .

  
  • BIOL 5280 - Animal Molecular Biology


    3 credits

    Laboratory-based course designed to present the theory and provide an in-depth laboratory experience in RNA detection, differential gene expression analysis, real-time RT-PCR, protein detection and purification, 2-D gel electrophoresis, and microarrays.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ADVS 5260  or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6280  and ADVS 5280 /ADVS 6280 .

  
  • BIOL 5300 - Microbial Physiology (QI)


    QI Quantitative Intensive
    4 credits

    Lectures, discussions, and laboratory investigations concerning the physiology, structure, and metabolism of prokaryotic and eukaryotic microbes.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 3300 , MATH 1210 

  
  • BIOL 5310 - Soil Microbiology


    3 credits

    Ecology and diversity of microorganisms in soils. Emphasis on factors controlling microbial activity and the role of microorganisms in organic matter decomposition and nutrient cycling.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

    Cross-listed as: PSC 5310  

  
  • BIOL 5323 - Computational Biology Research Project


    1 credit

    Introduction to conducting computational biology research projects. Students learn to use programming and database management in biology research projects by conducting an individual project using either Python or Access. For graduate (6000-level) credit, a higher-level project relative to the undergraduate (5000-level) course will be required.

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6323 

  
  • BIOL 5390 - Genes and Behavior (CI)


    CI Communications Intensive
    3 credits

    Molecular genetic principles of animal behavior and its evolution, including methods used to study behavioral genetics and case studies in behavior.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ENGL 2010 ; BIOL 3060  or WILD 4880 ; BIOL 5250  

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6390 

  
  • BIOL 5400 - Environmental Toxicology


    3 credits

    This course presents an in-depth survey of toxic chemicals present in the environment, environmental factors impacting fate of chemicals, potential biological effects associated with chemical exposures, and methods of defining and reducing associated risks. Additional work is required for those enrolled in the graduate level course.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6400  and ADVS 5400 /ADVS 6400  and PUBH 5400 /PUBH 6400 .

  
  • BIOL 5530 - Insect Systematics and Evolution


    3 credits

    Evolution, biology, and classification of insects, including basic external morphology. Emphasizes role of phylogeny in systematics and importance of systematics in comparative biology.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 1620  

  
  • BIOL 5550 - Freshwater Invertebrates


    3 credits

    Ecology, collection, and systematics of freshwater aquatic invertebrates. Focuses on insects, but also covers crustaceans, molluscs, and annelids. Several weekend field trips and a collection are required.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: One year of general biology or zoology, or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: WATS 5550  

  
  • BIOL 5560 - Ornithology


    3 credits

    Surveys evolution, systematics, physiology, anatomy, ecology, behavior, and identification of birds. Includes lectures, laboratory and field exercises, field trips, and an independent project. Attendance required at one Saturday and one Friday-Sunday field trip.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

  
  • BIOL 5570 - Herpetology


    3 credits

    Evolution, adaptations, distribution, natural history, behavior, and identification of amphibians and reptiles of the world, with special emphasis on North American species. Two lectures and one lab.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

  
  • BIOL 5580 - Mammalogy


    3 credits

    Evolution, adaptations, distribution, natural history, behavior, and identification of mammals of the world, with special emphasis on North American species. Two lectures and one lab.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

    Cross-listed as: WILD 5580  

  
  • BIOL 5600 - Comparative Animal Physiology


    3 credits

    Principles and mechanisms of physiology in vertebrate and invertebrate animals. For graduate (6000-level) credit, additional reading, recitation, and/or writing will be required.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

    And one of the following: 

    Or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6600  

  
  • BIOL 5610 - Animal Physiology Laboratory (QI)


    QI Quantitative Intensive
    2 credits

    This course consists of laboratory exercises designed to explore principles of animal physiology using computer simulations, tissue models, and animal preparations. Emphasis is placed on hypothesis design and data interpretation.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

    And one of the following, which can be taken concurrently:



  
  • BIOL 5630 - Endocrinology (CI)


    CI Communications Intensive
    3 credits

    This course explores the molecular, cellular and physiological aspects of the endocrine system in vertebrates, presented with a species comparative approach. Students learn the clinical aspects and diseases associated with dysfunction of the endocrine system.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:   

    Cross-listed as:  ,  ,   

  
  • BIOL 5790 - Protein Structure/Function and Purification


    3 credits

    Protein biosynthesis, modification, folding, structure, and stability, protein purification and protein analysis will be discussed. Students will develop an original research proposal through oral and written presentations. For graduate (6000-level) credit, additional reading and writing assignments are required.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Microbiology or Biochemistry or equivalent

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6790 , BENG 5790 /BENG 6790 , CHEM 5790 /CHEM 6790 

  
  • BIOL 5800 - Undergraduate Research


    1-3 credits

    Faculty-directed research in biology. Maximum of 3 credits of BIOL 5800 are acceptable toward Biology degree elective requirements.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

    Repeatable for credit.
  
  • BIOL 5810 - Bachelor’s Thesis


    3 credits

    Preparation of a written thesis, based upon individual investigation, under the supervision of faculty.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: 3 credits of BIOL 5800  (or concurrent enrollment) and instructor permission

  
  • BIOL 5850 - Microbiology Seminar


    1 credit

    This course is a seminar that explores current work in particular topics.

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 6850  

    Repeatable for credit.
    Pass/Fail only.
    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 6010 - Biogeography


    3 credits

    Distributions of plants and animals, including invertebrates, from terrestrial, freshwater, and marine systems, discussed from historical and ecological perspectives. Explores ecological patterns of body size, color, species density, home range, etc., as well as their causes.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 1620 

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 5010 .

  
  • BIOL 6020 - Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience


    3 credits

    This is a comprehensive introductory neuroscience course for graduate students. The course covers basic principles of organization and function of the nervous system, as well as references to neurological and psychiatric disorders.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Graduate standing or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: PSY 6020  

    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 6050 - Evolutionary Genomics


    3 credits

    This course examines theoretical and practical aspects of the application of genomic tools to evolutionary questions. It emphasizes the link between genomic and phenotypic analyses of evolutionary and ecological processes in natural populations. Additional coursework is required for those enrolled in the graduate-level course.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Graduate standing or instructor approval

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 4050  

  
  • BIOL 6110 - Introduction to Microscopy


    1 credit

    This course provides a practical introduction to light microscopy. Students learn to set up microscopes, take quality images, and perform basic image processing and analysis. Topics include basic optics, microscope components, contrast methods, Köhler illumination, fluorescent microscopy, and sample preparation. Additional coursework is required for those enrolled in the graduate-level course.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

    Cross-listed as:

     

    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.

  
  • BIOL 6120 - Behavioral Neuroscience


    3 credits

    This is a comprehensive introductory neuroscience course for graduate students that builds on material learned in Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience. The course provides an overview of brain circuits and higher brain functions. Neuropsychiatric disease is also discussed.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Graduate standing or instructor permission 

    Cross-listed as: PSY 6120  

    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 6190 - Molecular Genetics


    3 credits

    Molecular aspects of genetics, including DNA replication, structure, rearrangement, transposition, recombination, repair, genetic engineering, and gene expression. For 6000-level (graduate) credit, additional reading, recitation, and/or writing is required.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 3060 ; and CHEM 3700  or CHEM 5700 

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 5190 .

  
  • BIOL 6200 - Biogeochemistry of Terrestrial Ecosystems


    3 credits

    Inputs, outputs, and cycling patterns of major nutrients. Emphasizes mechanisms for transformations, factors influencing process rates, and the impacts of management and global change on nutrient cycles and air and water quality.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 1620 , PSC 3000 , CHEM 2300  or CHEM 2310 , or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: PSC 6200  and WILD 6200 .

  
  • BIOL 6210 - Measuring and Modeling the Terrestrial Carbon Cycle


    3 credits

    This course focuses on the ecological processes that drive the terrestrial carbon (C) cycle and examines how they are represented in predictive mathematical models. 

    Prerequisite/Restriction: MATH 1210 BIOL 6200 /PSC 6200 /WILD 6200 , or instructor permission 

    Cross-listed as: CAS 6210  

  
  • BIOL 6220 - Endocrine Aspects of Nutrition


    3 credits

    Provides physiological background into hormones involved in nutrient regulation, as well as mechanisms of hormone action at the cellular and molecular levels. Includes action of steroids in the nucleus and membrane-based signal transduction pathways. Course includes lectures and literature reviews/presentations.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: CHEM 3700  or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 5220  and ADVS 6220 /ADVS 5220  and NDFS 6220 /NDFS 5220 .

  
  • BIOL 6240 - Physiological Ecology of Vertebrates


    3 credits

    Study of how interactions between vertebrate physiology and behavior shape vertebrate biology in an ecological context. Course takes a case studies approach to current research topics and involves in-class discussions, an oral presentation and writing.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Instructor permission

  
  • BIOL 6250 - Graduate Internship


    1-6 credits

    Work experience, for which the student is paid, tied to academics in a graduate student’s field of study.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Permission of department head prior to enrollment

    Pass/Fail only.
  
  • BIOL 6260 - Behavioral Ecology


    3 credits

    Focuses on current topics, emphasizing critical reading and thinking skills. Includes lectures, student presentations, and discussions of primary literature.

  
  • BIOL 6270 - Theoretical Ecology


    3 credits

    This course covers seminal concepts of theoretical ecology and introduces the use of mathematical models of ecology. An independent course project is required for graduate credit. 

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Graduate standing or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: CAS 6270  

  
  • BIOL 6280 - Animal Molecular Biology


    3 credits

    Laboratory-based course designed to present the theory and provide an in-depth laboratory experience in RNA detection, differential gene expression analysis, real-time RT-PCR, protein detection and purification, 2-D gel electrophoresis, and microarrays.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ADVS 5260  or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 5280  and ADVS 6280 /ADVS 5280 .

  
  • BIOL 6300 - Programming for Biologists


    3 credits

    This course teaches the theory and practice of programming for life sciences applications to life scientists. An additional project is required for graduate credit.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:
    • Graduate standing


    Cross-listed as:

  
  • BIOL 6310 - Linear Regression and Beyond for Life Scientists


    1-2 credits

    This is an overview of multiple regression (including ANCOVA), generalized linear models, and an introduction to mixed effects, time series, and spatial models with an emphasis on practical tools and applications to the life sciences.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Graduate standing or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: CAS 6310  

  
  • BIOL 6320 - Summarizing Complex Datasets and Machine Learning for Life Scientists


    1-2 credits

    Students learn the principles of multivariate analysis, machine learning tools, and interactive data visualization applied to complex data sets for life scientists. A project and paper are required for the two credit course.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Graduate standing or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: CAS 6320  

  
  • BIOL 6323 - Computational Biology Research Project


    1 credit

    Introduction to conducting computational biology research projects. Students learn to use programming and database management in biology research projects by conducting an individual project using either Python or Access. For graduate (6000-level) credit, a higher-level project relative to the undergraduate (5000-level) course will be required.

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 5323 

  
  • BIOL 6325 - Bayesian Analysis of Biological Data


    3 credits

    Theory, conceptual foundations, and practical applications of Bayesian statistics applied to biological data sets. 

  
  • BIOL 6390 - Genes and Behavior


    3 credits

    Molecular genetic principles of animal behavior and its evolution, including methods used to study behavioral genetics and case studies in behavior.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Graduate standing

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 5390 

  
  • BIOL 6400 - Environmental Toxicology


    3 credits

    This course presents an in-depth survey of toxic chemicals present in the environment, environmental factors impacting fate of chemicals, potential biological effects associated with chemical exposures, and methods of defining and reducing associated risks. Additional work is required for those enrolled in the graduate level course.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 5400  and ADVS 6400 /ADVS 5400  and PUBH 6400 /PUBH 5400 .

  
  • BIOL 6420 - Plant Systematics and Diversity


    3 credits

    This is an overview of plant diversity in a phylogenetic context following the latest schemes available. Students will develop skills to identify plants anywhere in the world. Additional coursework is required for those enrolled in the graduate level course.

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 4420 

  
  • BIOL 6510 - Insect-Plant Interactions


    2 credits

    Ecology, evolution, and physiology of the interactions between insects and plants, including herbivory, defenses/compensations of plants to insect attack, pollination, and other mutualisms.

  
  • BIOL 6520 - Ecological Vertebrate Physiology


    3 credits

    Physiological responses and adaptations of vertebrates to physical, chemical, and biological environments. Bioenergetics at the species level. Three lectures.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: One course in physiology and one course in ecology

  
  • BIOL 6540 - Invertebrate Zoology


    3 credits

    Students learn the structure, function, behavior, habitat, ecology, evolution and phylogeny of animals not included in the subphylum Vertebrata with a focus on selected examples that typify major groups or clarify evolutionary relationships. Graduate students are required to prepare a review paper.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 1620  

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 4540  

  
  • BIOL 6600 - Comparative Animal Physiology


    3 credits

    Principles and mechanisms of physiology in vertebrate and invertebrate animals. For graduate (6000-level) credit, additional reading, recitation, and/or writing will be required.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:

    And one of the following: 

    Or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 5600  

  
  • BIOL 6630 - Endocrinology


    3 credits

    Molecular, cellular and physiological aspects of the endocrine system in vertebrates, presented with a species comparative approach. Clinical aspects and diseases associated with dysfunction of the endocrine system.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:  

    Cross-listed as:  ,  ,  

  
  • BIOL 6650 - Evolution: History of an Idea


    3 credits

    Students are introduced to historical and modern theories of evolution with emphases on Darwin’s ”On the Origin of the Species” and the social and philosophical impacts of evolutionary theory.  

    Prerequisite/Restriction: BIOL 1620  with a minimum grade of C-

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 4650  

  
  • BIOL 6740 - Cellular Communication by Small Molecules and Proteins


    1 credit

    This course covers the use of post-translational modifications, small molecules, and protein motifs in cellular communication. It also covers variances in the communication systems related to disease state and/or cell stress and therapeutic strategies to manipulate the communication systems.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: CHEM 5700  with a grade of B- or better, or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: CHEM 6740  

    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Spring 2021.
  
  • BIOL 6750 - Topics in Biology


    1-3 credits

    This course allows an exploration of topics that are not part of the standard curriculum.

    Repeatable for credit.
    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 6790 - Protein Structure/Function and Purification


    3 credits

    Protein biosynthesis, modification, folding, structure, and stability, protein purification and protein analysis will be discussed. Students will develop an original research proposal through oral and written presentations. For graduate (6000-level) credit, additional reading and writing assignments are required.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Microbiology or Biochemistry or equivalent

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 5790 , BENG 5790 /BENG 6790 , CHEM 5790 /CHEM 6790 

  
  • BIOL 6800 - Biology Seminar


    1 credit

    Format for general graduate-level seminar topics.

    Repeatable for credit.


    Pass/Fail only.
  
  • BIOL 6850 - Microbiology Seminar


    1 credit

    This course is a seminar that explores current work in particular topics.

    Cross-listed as: BIOL 5850  

    Repeatable for credit.
    Pass/Fail only.
    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 6870 - Ecology Seminar


    1 credit

    The Ecology Center schedules seminars with ecological scientists from participating institutions. Ecology majors are required to attend or view a minimum of 10 such lectures. Ecologically focused seminars offered by other departments and colleges may also be eligible for credit. 

    Cross-listed as: ENVS 6870 , PSC 6870 , WATS 6870 , and WILD 6870 .

    Repeatable for credit.
    Pass/Fail only.
  
  • BIOL 6910 - Special Problems


    1-3 credits

    Individual or group study under faculty guidance.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Instructor permission

    Repeatable for credit.
    Pass/Fail only.
  
  • BIOL 6950 - Navigating Science’s Terra Incognita: Communicating to Non-Scientists


    2 credits

    Graduate students learn to communicate their research to lay audiences by identifying the audience and appropriately tailoring the most relevant points of that research.

    Cross-listed as: PSC 6950  

    Pass/Fail
  
  • BIOL 6970 - Thesis Research


    1-12 credits

    This course allows students to pursue research toward the M.S. degree.

    Repeatable for credit.
    Pass/Fail only.
    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 6990 - Continuing Graduate Advisement


    1-9 credits

    This course provides graduate students with continued advisement. It is usually taken following completion of all coursework required for the degree.

    Repeatable for credit.
    Pass/Fail only.
    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 7110 - Cognitive Neuroscience


    3 credits

    This course provides an in-depth study of theories, models, and current research in the field of cognitive neuroscience, including memory, perception, problem-solving, and decision making. 

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Graduate standing or instructor permission 

    Cross-listed as: PSY 7110  

    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 7140 - Methods in Neuroscience


    3 credits

    This comprehensive course for graduate students provides an overview of modern neuroscience methods, including molecular and cellular methods, pharmacology, in vivo electrophysiology, optogenetics, imaging and behavioral methods.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: PSY 6020  or BIOL 4450  or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: PSY 7140 

    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Spring 2021.
  
  • BIOL 7750 - Topics in Biology


    1-3 credits

    This course explores a particular topic in greater depth and with narrower focus than a conventional course.

    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 7830 - Mechanisms of Neuropsychiatric Disease


    3 credits

    This course for graduate students discusses the clinical presentation and current therapeutical approaches for brain disorders in the context of neurobiology, neuropsychology, imaging and genetics. 

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Graduate standing or instructor permission

    Cross-listed as: PSY 7830  

    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 7970 - Dissertation Research


    1-12 credits

    This course allows students to pursue research toward the Ph.D. degree.

    Repeatable for credit
    Pass/Fail only.
    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
  
  • BIOL 7990 - Continuing Graduate Advisement


    1-9 credits

    This course provides graduate students with continued advisement. It is usually taken following completion of all coursework required for the degree.

    Repeatable for credit.
    Pass/Fail only.
    This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.

Building Construction and Construction Management (USU Eastern)

  
  • BCCM 0010 - Green Construction - Blueprint Reading & Codes


    90 contact hours

    Principles of traditional and green construction designs, familiarization of symbols, specifications, measurements, and codes will be introduced. The relationship of plot, foundation, floor, elevation, and section plans will be included.

    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0020 - Green Construction - Building Site Layout/Concrete


    120 contact hours

    Instruction covers using a builder’s level, establishing grades, setback requirements, and squaring a building. Also included are principles of quality concrete and placement in footing, foundation walls, flatwork, and steps.

    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0030 - Green Construction - Framing Methods


    150 contact hours

    Instruction covers the layout and erection of floors, walls, stairs, and roofs to achieve the highest energy efficiency. An introduction to calculating material quantities and computing costs related to residential construction. A study of the common wood and metal materials used in building an energy efficient home.

    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0040 - Green Construction - Exterior Finishes


    150 contact hours

    This course provides an introduction to the application of siding, stucco, brick, and other typical exterior wall finishing materials. Introduction to materials and methods used in the application of a residential roof. Course will introduce a variety of green concepts to ensure efficient energy consumption and air distribution.

    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0050 - Green Construction - Interior Finishes


    90 contact hours

    Introduce students to the materials and methods of interior wall, floor, and ceiling finishes that increase energy efficiencies. Introduce students to the advantages and disadvantages of using solar techniques. The effect, propose, and codes regarding trim will be emphasized.

    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0060 - Green Construction - Industry Intro/Safety & Tool Use


    30 contact hours

    Includes an overview of the construction trades industry, green construction, current market trends, and employment opportunities. Hand and power tool identification, common safety procedures, and proper safety management principles will be covered.

    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0100 - Building Construction Safety


    1-180 contact hours

    A study of OSHA and common safety rules for use of hand tools, power tools, ladders, scaffolds, etc. Also covers concepts of waste disposal an maintaining a clean working environment.

    Pass/Fail only
    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0200 - Basic Print Reading


    1-180 contact hours

    For anyone who needs to learn how to interpret and understand the drawings used in the construction industry. Prints provide a common set of information for all parties involved in the design and construction of a building. Theory of projection architectural symbols, materials, and construction methods are covered. Information taken from plot plans, foundation plans, floor plans, elevation drawings, details, and specifications will be stressed.

    Pass/Fail only
    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0300 - Concrete I


    1-180 contact hours

    Instruction covers using a builders’ level, establishing grades, setbacks requirements, and squaring a building. Principles and methods of concrete construction including forming, placement, finishing, and testing of concrete footings, walls, and slabs on residential and commercial construction.

    Pass/Fail only
    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0310 - Concrete II


    1-180 contact hours

    Principles in forming, placing and finishing of concrete in actual construction settings including footing, walls and slabs.

    Pass/Fail only
    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0400 - Framing I


    1-180 contact hours

    This course focuses on hands-on instruction in framing safety, codes, materials and layout methods. These techniques are taught through construction of a full-size project home.

    Pass/Fail only
    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0410 - Framing II


    1-180 contact hours

    This course focuses on hands-on instruction in erection of floors, walls, stairs and roofs. These techniques are taught through construction of a full-size project home.

    Pass/Fail only
    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0500 - Exterior Finish I


    1-180 contact hours

    This course provides an introduction to the application of siding, stucco, brick, rock and other typical exterior wall finishing materials.

    Pass/Fail only
    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0510 - Exterior Finish II


    1-180 contact hours

    Proper installation of exterior doors, windows and cornice finish are included.

    Pass/Fail only
    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0520 - Interior Finish I


    1-180 contact hours

    This course focuses on materials and methods of interior wall and ceiling finish. This will include installing insulation, along with hanging, taping and texturing drywall.

    Pass/Fail only
    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0530 - Interior Finish II


    1-180 contact hours

    This course focuses on materials and methods of interior wall and ceiling finish. This will include installing insulation, along with hanging, taping and texturing drywall.

    Pass/Fail only
    Campus: USU Eastern only



  
  • BCCM 0798 - Special Problems


    1-360 contact hours

    Individual work approved by the department instructor. Time and membership hours to be arranged.

    Campus: USU Eastern only



 

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