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BASQ 795 - Comprehensive Examination
(1 unit)Course is used by graduate programs to administer comprehensive examinations either as an end of program comprehensive examination or as a qualifying examination for doctoral candidates prior to being advanced to candidacy.
Units of Independent Study: 1 Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(1 to 4 units)Provides access to faculty for continued consultation and advisement. No grade is filed and credits may not be applied to any degree requirements. Limited to 8 credits (2 semester) enrollment. For non-thesis master’s degree students only.
Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(2 units)Development of skills and knowledge necessary to achieve competency in academic environments. Exploration of topics in biochemistry including theory and application of principles.
Units of Lecture: 2 Offered Every Fall Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
BCH 121 - Current Issues in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
(1 unit)Introduction to current topics in biochemistry, biotechnology and molecular biology. Content focuses on contemporary issues in the molecular biosciences, including career opportunities.
Units of Lecture: 1 Offered Every Spring Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
Units of Lecture: 2 Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1 Offered Every Spring Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course: 1. Students will be able to make solutions accurately. 2. Students will be able to use a pH meter. 3. Students will be able to use a spectrophotometer. 4. Students will be able to use a gas chromatograph. 5. Students will be able to use an HPLC. 6. Students will be able to use the chemical and physical properties of organic molecules to separate, characterize and quantify them. 7. Students will be able to analyze and present their data and discuss their findings.
(3 units)Molecular structures and mechanisms involved in the storage, transmission and utilization of genetic information in simple and complex organisms; principles of recombinant DNA methodology.
(3 units)Independent laboratory research. Written thesis of the research experience. Limited to biochemistry majors.
Prerequisite(s): BCH 403; BCH 406 or BIOL 406; CH 201 or CH 202 or CH 203; junior or senior standing.
Units of Independent Study: 3 Major Capstone Course Offered Every Fall and Spring Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(3 units)Continuation of research project initiated in BCH 407. Written reports of the research experience. (Major capstone course.)
Prerequisite(s): BCH 407; CH 201 or CH 202 or CH 203; ENG 102; junior or senior standing.
Units of Independent Study: 3 Major Capstone Course Offered Every Fall and Spring Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(3 units)In-depth examination of metabolism and regulation of carbohydrates, lipids, isoprenoids, amino acids, relationship of metabolism to the life processes of the whole organism.
(3 units)Molecular structures and mechanisms involved in the storage, transmission and utilization of genetic information in simple and complex organisms; principles of recombinant DNA methodology.
Units of Lecture: 3 Offered Every Spring Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(3 units)In-depth examination of metabolism and regulation of carbohydrates, lipids, isoprenoids, amino acids, relationship of metabolism to the life processes of the whole organism.
Units of Lecture: 3 Offered Every Fall Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(3 units)Systematic analysis of gene function on a genome scale using high-throughput experimental methodologies, bioinformatics tools, and systems biology approaches.
Units of Lecture: 3 Offered Every Spring Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(3 units)Protein structure, biochemical properties, techniques for structure determination and conformation analysis, structure function relationships.
Units of Lecture: 3 Offered Every Fall - Even Years Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(3 units)A practical overview of major components within the field of bioinformatics for students with or without a mathematical or statistical background.
Units of Lecture: 3 Offered Every Fall Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(1 unit)Presentation and analysis of original research in human/mammalian, insect, and plant cell biology, biochemistry, molecular genetics, genomics, bioinformatics, and microbial metagenomics. Maximum of 8 credits.
Units of Lecture: 1 Offered Every Fall and Spring Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course: 1. Students will be able to possess the ability to read and critically evaluate relevant scientific literature in the specific topic area of the colloquium section taken. 2. Students will be able to demonstrate an advanced level of competency in the specific topic area of the colloquium section taken. 3. Students will be able to demonstrate competence in oral communication skills through the delivery of an oral presentation. 4. Students will be able to demonstrate competence in written communication skills through the preparation of a written report.
(1 unit)Course is used by graduate programs to administer comprehensive examinations either as an end of program comprehensive examination or as a qualifying examination for doctoral candidates prior to being advanced to candidacy.
Units of Independent Study: 1 Offered Every Fall, Spring, and Summer Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(1 to 4 units)Provides access to faculty for continued consultation and advisement. No grade is filed and credits may not be applied to any degree requirements. Limited to 8 credits (2 semester) enrollment. For non-thesis master’s degree students only.
Offered Every Fall, Spring, and Summer Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(3 units)Basic biological concepts, interpretation and application of scientific methods, effects of biological advances on society. Core curriculum science course; cannot be used for credit toward field of concentration in biology.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of the Core Curriculum Mathematics requirement or an ACT of 27 or SAT of 610 or Accuplacer EA 80 and CL 84 OR Corequisite. Corequisite(s): MATH 126 or MATH 127 or MATH 128 or MATH 176 or MATH 181.
Units of Lecture: 3 Core Science Requirement A Offered Every Fall, Spring, and Summer Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
BIOL 125 - How Science Works: Biological Case Studies
(3 units)Discussion of diverse biological examples to illustrate critical thinking about ideas and evidence in science.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of Core Curriculum Mathematics requirement or an ACT of 27 or SAT of 610 or Accuplacer EA 80 and CL 84 OR Corequisite. Corequisite(s): MATH 127 or MATH 128 or MATH 176 or MATH 181.
Units of Lecture: 3 Core Science Requirement A Offered Every Spring Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
BIOL 190 - Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology
(3 units)Introduction to the molecular and cellular basis of living organisms, including cell structure and function, principles of genetics and early development.
Units of Lecture: 3 Core Science Requirement A Offered Every Fall, Spring, and Summer Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2 Core Science Requirement A Offered Every Fall and Spring Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(4 units)Cellular functions; integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Primarily for physical education, pre-nursing and other pre-health majors. May not be used for credit toward field of concentration in biology.
Units of Lecture: 3 Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1 Offered Every Fall, Spring, and Summer Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(4 units)Circulatory, immune, respiratory, endocrine, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Primarily for physical education, pre-nursing and other pre-health majors. May not be used for credit toward field of concentration in biology.
Units of Lecture: 3 Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1 Offered Every Fall, Spring, and Summer Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
Units of Lecture: 3 Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1 Offered Every Fall, Spring, and Summer Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(1 to 3 units)Research and/or readings in selected topics in biology. Maximum of 8 credits. For freshmen and sophomores only. (Formerly BIOL 299; implemented Spring 2006.)
Offered Every Fall, Spring, and Summer Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(3 units)Biological basis of heredity and variations among higher and lower organisms using modern and classical concepts of structure, function and organization of the genetic material. (Formerly BIOL 313; implemented Spring 2006.)
(3 units)History and philosophy of museums; their role in contemporary society; museum organization, management, program planning, funding, publications, guest speakers, supervised field trips to museums.
Units of Lecture: 3 Offered Every Spring - Odd Years Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(3 units)Intensive summer course in Little Valley. Introduction to the area’s natural history and to techniques for field study of plants and animals; individual and group projects. (Formerly BIOL 320; implemented Spring 2006.)
(3 units)A wide-ranging introduction to plants and their biology. Topics include structure, physiology, classification, evolution, and ecology of planets.
(1 unit)Survey of periodical literature of biology. Oral and written reports by the student will give experience in searching and interpreting literature. Maximum of 6 credits.
Units of Lecture: 1 Offered Every Fall and Spring Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(3 units)Genetics of populations and mechanisms of evolution. Includes equilibrium conditions and forces altering gene frequencies and polygenic and quantitative inheritance.
(3 units)Molecular structures and mechanisms involved in the storage, transmission and utilization of genetic information in simple and complex organisms; principles of recombinant DNA methodology.
(4 units)Pattern and process in the evolution of life on earth. (Major capstone course.)
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102; CH 201 or CH 202 or CH 203; BIOL 300; BIOL 314 or BIOL 315; and junior or senior standing. Recommended preparation: CHEM 220A or CHEM 242 or CHEM 342.
Units of Lecture: 3 Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1 Major Capstone Course Offered Every Fall and Spring Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
Units of Lecture: 2 Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1 Offered Every Spring - Even Years Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(3 units)Theory and application or scientific principles to the preservation of biological diversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. Local and global issues are addressed.
(3 units)Admission is by application. Prepare and review materials including demonstration dissections of cats and human cadaver for weekly BIOL 223/BIOL 224 laboratory. Systems covered depend on assignment. Assist in teaching one section of lab. One 1-hour lecture followed by a 3-hour lab each Friday afternoon.
Units of Lecture: 1 Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2 Offered Every Fall Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(3 units)Admission is by application. Prepare and review materials including demonstration dissections of cats and human cadaver for weekly BIOL 223/BIOL 224 laboratory. Systems covered depend on assignment. Assist in teaching one section of lab. One 1-hour lecture followed by a 3-hour lab each Friday afternoon.
(3 units)Survey of biological diversity at taxonomic, species, and ecosystem levels, emphasizing historical and current patterns, phylogenetic relationships, and current conservation challenges.
(1 unit)Optional course to accompany BIOL 433/BIOL 633. Bird identification, behavior and ecology in the field. (Formerly BIOL 377; implemented Spring 2006.)
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1 Offered Every Spring Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
Units of Lecture: 3 Offered Every Spring - Odd Years Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course: 1. Students will be able to explain how evolution of fish is related to genetic variation and morphological adaptations to specific environments. 2. Students will be able to explain how evolution of fish is related to genetic variation and morphological adaptations to specific environments. 3. Students will be able to categorize fish using taxonomic tools. 4. Students will be able to identify fish in their natural habitat. 5. Students will be able to explain the connection between fish behavior, life cycle, and evolution with ecology and conservation. 6. Students will be able to write a research proposal on an in-depth exploration of the literature focused on a specific aspect of Ichthyology. 7. Students will be able to create and present a lecture on an in-depth exploration of the literature focused on an aspect of Ichthyology.
(4 units)Origins, evolution, taxonomy, biogeography, morphology, physiology, behavior and ecology of amphibians and reptiles. Laboratory emphasizes Great Basin herpetofauna-identification, experiments and field studies. (Formerly BIOL 375; implemented Spring 2006.)
Units of Lecture: 3 Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1 Offered Every Spring - Even Years Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course:
(4 units)Origins, evolution, taxonomy, biogeography, morphology, physiology, behavior, and ecology of mammals. Laboratory includes identification, experiments, and field studies. (Formerly BIOL 378; implemented Spring 2006.)
(3 units)Origins, evolution, taxonomy, biogeography, morphology, physiology, behavior, and ecology of insects. Laboratory includes identification, experiments, and field study. (Formerly BIOL 370; implemented Spring 2006.)
Units of Lecture: 2 Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1 Offered Every Spring - Odd Years Student Learning Outcomes (if available): Upon completion of this course: