Biology

BIOL 536 Molecular Biology Techniques (4) A project-oriented laboratory course in purifying, manipulating, and analyzing DNA using biotechnology techniques. Techniques include DNA cloning and expression, gene library construction and screening, PCR amplification of DNA, and DNA sequencing. Prereq: CHEM 254 or 321, BIOL 334, 375, and 376, or consent of instructor.

BIOL 561 Developmental Biology (4) Study of the progressive changes that occur within cells, tissues, and organisms during their life span. Studies development from the molecular, biochemical, genetic, morphological, and physiological levels. Emphasis on experimental approaches to gene expression and its role in programming development. Prereq: BIOL 334, 434.

BIOL 651 Topics in Biology for Teacher Preparation and Enhancement (1-4) A special topics course for advanced teacher preparation and for in-service teacher enhancement. Advances in biological concepts, processes, methods, or issues. Focus on new advances in knowledge, hands on experiences, the interface of scientific knowledge with topics of daily life and environmental concern, or ethical issues raised by new advances in biology. Subject matter will vary from semester to semester when the course is offered. Prereq: consent of instructor.

BIOL 655 Biology Environmental Issues (3) This course is designed to provide students with a graduate-level review of key regional, national, and global environmental issues. Through current literature, foundational readings, discussion, and debate, students will look at a variety of environmental viewpoints and disciplinary perspectives.

BIOL 691 Graduate Topics in Biology (1-4) Advanced independent study course for biology graduate majors in which topics on the broad interrelationships of biology with other sciences are considered. Prereq: consent of instructor.

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