1070/107 Biological Science Survey I / Lecture and Laboratory /4/ (3)
Basic biological concepts of plants including the structure and function of cellular components, tissues, and organs; mitosis, meiosis, and heredity; life history survey of selected groups of plants including the reproduction of flowering plants. Credit not given for both BIOL 1070/107 and 1510/ 151. Additional course fee. IAI: L1 900L
1080/108 Biological Science Survey II / Lecture and Laboratory /4/ (3)
Investigation of major animal systems, including skeletal, digestive, circulatory, urogenital, and nervous systems. A survey of the animal kingdom. Additional course fee. IAI: L1902L
1150/115 Human Biology (3)
The human species will be examined in terms of energy flow, organ systems, and evolution. IAI: L1 904
1190/119 Humanity and Nature / Lecture and Laboratory /4/ (3)
An introduction to the principles of ecology, including adaptations of organisms to their environment and interactions among organisms. Focus will be on how the actions of humans affect other organisms and the environment we live in. Field trips to representative habitats within the Chicago region. IAI: L1905L
1230/123 Biology of Reproduction (3)
A survey of the diversity of reproductive patterns in living things, including reproductive strategies and sexual behavior.
1250/125 Biology of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (3)
Basic biological concepts relating to parasitism by viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoans, and insects associated with sexually transmitted diseases. This information will provide the basis for discussions of available therapeutictreatment and the eventual eradication of these diseases.
1400/140 Biotechnology and Human Affairs (3)
The impact of the biotechnology revolution on society will be examined, especially the ways in which molecular genetics presents us with ethical, legal, economic, and social dilemmas. IAI: L1 905
1510/151 Concepts of Biology /4/ (3)
Prerequisite: Fifteen hours of college credits.
Biology for elementary school teachers. Development of basic biological concepts, materials, and techniques used in the elementary school. Credit not given for both BIOL 1510/151 and BIOL 1070/107. Additional course fee.
1600/160 Introduction to Biological Professions (1)
Prerequisite: BIOL 1710/171 or consent of department.
Survey of career opportunities of biology professionals employed in education, health, government, industry, environmental, and recreational fields. A review of the skills, training, and education required for the various occupations. May not be used for general education.
1710/171 Introduction to Biology Lecture/Discussion/Laboratory /6/ (3)
Prerequisite: Enrollment as a biology, chemistry or pre-physical therapy major; successful completion of university qualifying examinations in Reading and Mathematics.
.Major concepts of biology; cell structure and function, metabolism, homeostasis, genetics, evolution, and biodiversity. Emphasis on diversity of prokaryotes and the early evolution of life on Earth. Additional course fee.
1720/172 Introductory Horticulture /4/ (3)
An introduction to horticulture; emphasis will be on understanding the fundamentals of horticulture and on small scale, backyard and city gardening. Hands-on lab and green house work will complement the lectures. Credit not given for both BIOL 1720/172 and BOT 1720/172. Additional course fee.
2001/301 The Biology of Africa (3)
Prerequisite: One year of biology
Special biological and ecological features of Africa; emphasis on the tropical regions and their relationship to present biological and ecological crisis and potential biological resources. Africa’s biological contributions, past and present, to life on earth. (This course satisfies the elective course requirements for the African American Studies major or minor.)
2010/210 Plants and Human Affairs (3)
Prerequisite: One semester of college biology.
Plants and their influence on world cultures. Their impact on religion, medicine, language, civilization, travel and economics. A broadly based course designed for general interest. (Does not count as elective credit for biology majors.)
2011/211 Animals and Human Affairs (3)
Prerequisite: One undergraduate biology course.
The importance of other animals to humans and effect of humans on other animals. Evolution of humans and other animals, exploitation of animals for food and other commodities, socio-cultural relationships between humans and other animals, and the biomedical importance of other animals to humans. (Does not count as elective credit forbiology majors.)
2020/220 Anatomy & Physiology I / Lecture and Laboratory /6/ (4)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the university qualifying examination in Reading, BIOL 1080/108 or ZOOL 2040/204, and current enrollment as a nursing major.
A systemic approach to human anatomy and physiology. Includes lectures on body systems, laboratories on physiological processes, and study of human skeletons and prosected human cadavers. Credit not given for both BIOL 2020/220 and either PSLY 2040/ 204 or ZOOL 2050/ 250.
2021/221 Anatomy & Physiology II / Lecture and Laboratory /6/ (4)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the university qualifying examination in Reading, BIOL 2020/220, and current enrollment as a nursing major.
Continuation of BIOL 2020/220. A systemic approach to human anatomy and physiology. Includes lectures on body systems, laboratories on physiological processes, and study of human skeletons and prosected human cadavers. Credit not given for both BIOL 2021/22 and either PSLY 2040/ 204 or ZOOL 2050/ 250.
2059/259 Introductory Microbiology / Lecture and Laboratory /5/ (3)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the university qualifying examinations in Reading; one semester of college biology and one semester of college chemistry.
Principles of growth and activity in microorganisms. Applications to agriculture, industry, and medicine. NOTE: (Does not count as elective credit for biology majors.) IAI: NUR 905 2550/255
2550/255 Populations, Communities and Ecosystems / Lecture and Laboratory /6/ (3)
Prerequisite: BIOL 1710/171; BOT 2050/205; ZOOL 2040/204; Successful completion of university qualifying examination in Reading, Mathematics, and English.
IInterrelationships between organisms and their environments. Emphasis on evolution and emergent properties of populations, communities and ecosystems. (Two field trips; writing emphasis course; lab fee.)
2810/250 Introduction to Research in Bio-Mathematics (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 1200/162; BOT 2050/205; ZOOL 2040/204; or consent of instructor.
Introduction to mathematical software in biological modeling, difference equations in Microsoft Excel, matrix methods, eigenvalues, linearization and stability, equilibria. Further topics may include: phylogenetics, population dynamics, and ecology. Data will be collected in the field. Term paper required. Credit not given for both MATH 2810/251 and BIOL 2810/251.
3040/240 Genetics/Lecture/Discussion/Laboratory /6/ (4)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the university qualifying exams in English and Reading; CHEM 1550/155, CHEM 1560/156 MATH 1200/162; ZOOL 2040/204; and BOT 2050/205 or enrollment as a chemistry major.Principles of Mendelian inheritance, chromosome theory, genetic mapping, DNA structure and function, and gene regulation. Writing emphasis course. Additional course fee.
3050/250 An Introduction to Cell Biology/ Lecture and Discussion /4/ (3)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the university qualifying exams in English, Reading and Mathematics; ZOOL 2040/204, BOT 2050/205, BIOL 3040/240, and CHEM 1560/156 or equivalents.
Introductory study of the relationship between cellular structure and function at the molecular level.
3055/355 Evolutionary Biology (3)
Prerequisite: BIOL 3040/240 and BOT 2050/205.
An investigation into the scope and significance of evolution, including the basic principles and mechanisms of evolution. Discussion of issues currently debated by evolutionary biologists.
3065/265 Individual Topics (2-4)
Prerequisite: Advanced undergraduate status in biological science and advance permission of the faculty member.
Independent study in an area of biology suited to the student’s needs and past training under the supervision of a faculty member.
3080/280 Field Biology /6/ (4)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the university qualifying examination in reading; BOT 2050/205 and ZOOL 2040/204.
Taxonomic study of flora and fauna of the Chicago region. Collection and identification of common plants and animals using manuals, field guides and dichotomous keys. Field trips required. NOTE: The prerequisite for any 3000-level course is the successful completion of the university qualifying exams in Reading and English.
3690/269 Molecular Microbiology /6/ (4)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the university qualifying examinations in Reading; BIOL 3050/250 or CHEM 2510/254 or equivalent.
Basic microbiological concepts with emphasis on fundamentals of microbiology and laboratory techniques with applications to molecular microbiology: beginnings of microbial physiology and ecology, classification of microorganisms, bacterial metabolism, growth and genetics, recombinant DNA and genetic engineering interactionbetween microbes and hosts, applied microbiology. Credit will not be given for both BIOL 2059/259 and 3690/269. Additional course fee.
4015/315 Biometrics. (3)
Prerequisite: BIOL 1710/171, 2550/255 and four additional biology courses and MATH 1200/162.
Statistics and related mathematics as currently applied in the biological and health sciences. Includes graphs and tables; descriptive statistics; populations, samples, and inference; hypothesis testing.
4035/335 Seminar in Research (1)
Prerequisite: 16 credit hours in physical or biological sciences, and consent of the instructor.
Instruction in critical reading and understanding of current research literature in the chemical and biological sciences. Utilization of current literature to prepare and carry out a scientifically accurate presentation (publication or meeting talk) of data and results from research endeavors.
4070/307 Environmental Impact Analysis / Lecture and Laboratory /8/ (4)
Prerequisite: CHEM 1550/155, one semester of biology, and consent of the instructor.
Practical field and laboratory-based skills for assessing environmental impact in an urban setting using EPA protocols. Preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement for a local project selected in consultation with local environmental professionals and citizen groups. Experienced professionals will speak on legal, ecological,consulting and other aspects of environmental impact analysis. Additional course fee.
4170/317 Immunology / Lecture and Laboratory /6/ (4)
Prerequisite: BIOL 3690/269, CHEM 2510/254 or equivalent.
Basic immunological concepts and laboratory techniques with applications to biological research: chemistry of antigens, antibodies and antigen-antibody reactions; cellular immunology including antibody formation, hypersensitivity, immunogenetics, autoimmunity, and transplantation immunology, and immunity and immunopathology including the immunological mechanisms of disease. Credit will not be given for both BIOL 4170/ 317 and 5170/417.
4250/325 Virology / Lecture and Laboratory /6/ (4)
Prerequisite: BIOL 3690/269 and CHEM 2510/254 or equivalent.
Viral structure and function. Characterization of bacteriophage and viruses of clinical importance. Application of modern techniques for isolation and characterization of bacteriophages. Credit will not be given for both BIOL 4250/ 325 and 5250/425. Additional course fee.
4280/328 Microbial Genetics / Lecture and Laboratory /6/ (4)
Prerequisite: BIOL 3040/240 and 3690/269; CHEM 2510/254 or equivalent.
Molecular basis of inheritance in viruses, bacteria, and fungi. The role of microbes in understanding basic genetic principles and their roles in genetic engineering. Laboratory techniques with application to biological research. Credit not given for both BIOL 4280/328 and 5280/428. Additional course fee.
4450/345 Techniques in Electron Microscopy /Lecture and Laboratory /6/ (4)
Prerequisite: For science majors only. Completion of 12 hours in the major; BIOL 3050/250 and permission of the instructor.
Instrument and specimen preparation theory for both transmission (TEM) and scanning (SEM) electron microscopy. Preparation of specimens for examination in both TEM and SEM. Basic darkroom and digital image presentation. Substantial work outside of class time is required. Credit will not be given for both BIOL 4450/345 and any of
the following courses 340, 341, 441, 5450/ 445.
4500/305 Applied Microbiology / Lecture and Laboratory /6/ (4)
Prerequisite: BIOL 3690/269 or equivalent.
Industrial application of microorganisms, quality control and production. Analysis of water and food for pollution and public health. Credit not given for both BIOL 4500/305 and 5190/419. Additional course fee.
4510/351 Molecular Biology /4/ (3)
Prerequisite: BIOL 3050/250, CHEM 2510/254.
Chemistry of major cellular macromolecules and their role in the structure and function of the cell. Emphasis on the nucleic acids, protein synthesis and molecular genetics, including genetic bioengineering.
4520/352 Cell Biology Laboratory /6/ (3)
Prerequisite: BIOL 3050/250.
Application of modern techniques to the study of cell biology, with emphasis on methods for isolation and analysis of cellular organelles and macromolecules.
4610/361 Selected Topics in Biology (1-4)
In-depth study of selected topics in the biological sciences. Subject matter for each selected topic will be determined by instructor and student interests. Course may be repeated under different topics.
4630/363 Methods of Teaching Biological Sciences in Secondary Schools (Grades 6-12) /Field (3)
Prerequisite: Admission to College of Education, ELCF 4500/353 and READ 4100/306 (or concurrent enrollment in ELCF 4500/353 and READ 4100/306); and consent of the department. Co-requisite: CAS 3600/363.
Methods of teaching biological sciences in high school grades 9-12 and middle school grades 6-8. Thirty hours of tutoring middle grade and high school grade students. Credit will not be given for both BIOL 214 and BIOL 4630/363.
4690/369 Independent Study of Biological Science (2-4)
Prerequisite: Permission of the faculty sponsor and the undergraduate advisor, subject to departmental approval.
Independent research suited to the student’s needs and past training under the direction of a faculty member.
4730/373 Environmental Biology (4)
Prerequisite: BIOL 2550/255, 3055/355, and CHEM 2500/251.
The biological consequences of overpopulation, depletion of natural resources, pollution, and environmental degradation to plants and animals, including humans. Discussion of both the theoretical and practical aspects of conservation of plants and animals. Combining theoretical concepts from ecology, genetics, evolution, and chemistry to evaluate the possible solutions to these problems.
4750/375 Student Teaching: Secondary Level Biology (6)
Prerequisite: Admission to the College of Education; completion of all other coursework in the approved program; a 2.5 grade point average in the area of specialization, in professional education, and in all coursework required in the approved program; and a passing score on the subject matter/content area certification test within the last five years.
Off-campus placement in secondary level schools in two or more grade levels. University and cooperating school supervision. Five full days including seminar for 16 weeks. No other courses may be taken during the semester of student teaching. Credit will not be given for both BIOL 275 and BIOL 4750/375.
4900/390 Recombinant DNA Laboratory/Lecture and Laboratory /6/ (3)
Prerequisite: BIOL 4510/351 and CHEM 4302/302.
Application of modern techniques used in molecular biology and analysis of mammalian genomes using state-of-the-art methodologies such as PCR and DNA sequencing.
4910/391 Internship in Environmental Biology (3-6)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department.
Field experience at an off-campus site guided by a faculty advisor and a site supervisor. Sites, including zoos, area park districts, botanical gardens, nature preserves, and laboratories, determined by availability.
4920/392 Internship in Cellular and Molecular Biology (3-6)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department.
Field experience in cellular/molecular biology at an off-campus site.
4930/393 Internship in Microbiology (3-6)
Prerequisite: Upper division standing, 2.7 (or better) GPA overall and in major, consent of the department.
Opportunity to obtain practical biologically-related research/quality control experience by working under faculty direction as an intern with local, state, federal or private agencies. Written report will be submitted for evaluation.
4935/395 Biotechnology I /6/ (4)
Prerequisites: BIOL 3040/240 or the consent of the department.
Integrated approach of biotechnology with emphasis on genetic engineering for practical applications: genetic engineering of microbes, agricultural plants, animals. Medical, environmental, and forensic biotechnology; socio-economic issues of biotechnology.
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