BIO 101\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Introduction to Biology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Biological issues are at the forefront of public attention, from cloning to climate change to conservation, and understanding these issues takes an increasing amount of scientific literacy as the issues become more complex.\u00a0 Covers the scientific knowledge base behind many of these issues, and also explores current areas of agreement and contention and applications of these data in technology and society.\u00a0 Students may NOT receive degree credit for both BIO 101 and BIO 103 or 104. <\/b>Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement or the SUNYIT Laboratory Science requirement.<\/p>\n
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BIO 103\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biology I (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
First part of a two semester sequence of introductory biology.\u00a0 Focuses on chemistry of living organisms, cell structure and function, metabolic processes, genetics and evolution.\u00a0 The processes of observation, measurement, hypothesizing, data gathering and interpretation, analysis of data and application are stressed in laboratory each week. Students may NOT receive degree credit for both BIO 101 and BIO 103. <\/b>\u00a0\u00a0Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement or the SUNYIT Laboratory Science requirement. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week<\/p>\n
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BIO 104\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biology II (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Second part of a two semester sequence of introductory biology.\u00a0 Focuses on the diversity, anatomy, and physiology of living organisms.\u00a0 The processes of observation, measurement, hypothesizing, data gathering and interpretation, analysis of data and application are stressed in laboratory. Students may NOT receive degree credit for both BIO 101 and BIO 104. <\/b>\u00a0\u00a0Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 Prerequisite: BIO 103<\/p>\n
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BIO 105\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Introduction to Ecology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Study of interactions living organisms have with their physical and biological environments. Special attention is given to population dynamics, pollution control, and the consequences when ecological systems are disturbed.\u00a0 Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement, but does not meet the SUNYIT Laboratory Science requirement.<\/p>\n
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BIO 106\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Solutions for a Sustainable World (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Examines a broad survey of environmental, social and economic problems and explores solutions for a sustainable future on local, bioregional and global levels. Topics include population growth and consumption, world poverty, global climate change, renewable energy, transportation and biofuels, water conservation, GMO\u2019s, local and organic food production, green building, socially responsible business investing, carbon cap and trade, microlending, environmental racism, and ecovillages among others. The instructor, student teams and guest speakers will give presentations on these issues. Students will see examples of sustainable solutions in their local community on scheduled site visits. Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement, but does not meet the SUNYIT Laboratory Science requirement.<\/p>\n
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BIO 122\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Insects and Society (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Examines the impact of insects on human society.\u00a0 Provides an overview of the biology and ecology of the major insect orders and addresses the influence of insects on history, beliefs, folklore, medicine, agriculture, art, music, literature, and the importance of insects in human well-being.\u00a0 Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement, but does not meet the SUNYIT Laboratory Science requirement.<\/p>\n
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<\/b>BIO 130\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Plant Biology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Plants provide us with oxygen, food, and most of the raw materials we use; they form the very basis of life as we know it.\u00a0 Addresses current issues and technologies surrounding plants, including bioengineered food, botanical forensics, and the interaction of plants and climate change, and examines the structure, classification, and physiology of plants.\u00a0 Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement.<\/p>\n
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BIO 215\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Anatomy & Physiology I (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Covers the various systems of the human body.\u00a0 The first semester emphasizes the anatomy and physiology of cells, the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems.\u00a0 Laboratory studies include the skeletal system using articulated and disarticulated human skeletons, tissues using prepared slides, and the nervous system using preserved specimens and physiological exercises.\u00a0 Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week.\u00a0 Prerequisites:\u00a0 BIO 101 and CHE 110 or permission of instructor.\u00a0 Meets the new General Education Natural Science requirement or SUNYIT Laboratory Science required.<\/p>\n
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BIO 216\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Anatomy & Physiology II (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Covers the various systems of the human body.\u00a0 The second semester emphasizes the anatomy and physiology of the autonomic nervous system, circulatory system, respiratory system, urinary system, acid-base balance, digestive system, endocrine system and reproductive system.\u00a0 Laboratory studies include the musculature of a cat, circulatory system, respiratory system, urinary system, digestive system and reproductive system.\u00a0 Dissections of a cat and cow hearts will be performed.\u00a0 Tissue studies will use prepared slides.\u00a0 Respiratory volumes will be measured and EKG\u2019s will be recorded using IWORX.\u00a0 Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week.\u00a0 Prerequisite:\u00a0 BIO 215.\u00a0 Meets the new General Education Natural Science requirement or SUNYIT Laboratory Science required.<\/p>\n
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BIO 222\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Nutrition and Health (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Examines the nature of nutrients, their metabolism and physiological function, and the factors that may influence the degrees to which these nutrients are required for healthy functioning. Nutritional health issues and the influence of drugs and environmental factors on nutrition and health will be emphasized.\u00a0 Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement.<\/p>\n
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BIO 224\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biology of Aging (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Introduces biological concepts with emphasis on the process of aging. Topics include demographics, concepts of aging, anatomy and physiology as well as general non\u2011medical assessments of the elderly. Students cannot receive credit for both BIO 350 (Advanced Physiology) and BIO 224. Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement.<\/p>\n
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BIO 225\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biology of the Sexes (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Examines the genetic and physiological basis of male and female differentiation in different organisms, the evolution of reproduction as a genetic strategy, physical differences of the sexes and parenting in mammals.\u00a0 Addresses how societal constructs of gender have influenced the development of theories in various scientific disciplines and the roles of gender for scientists.\u00a0 Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement, but does not meet the SUNYIT Laboratory Science requirement.<\/p>\n
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BIO 230\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Plant Anatomy (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
In-depth examination of the internal organization of plants, particularly angiosperms, with an emphasis on understanding anatomy from a structure-function standpoint.\u00a0 Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 104<\/p>\n
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BIO 235\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Introduction of Mycology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Designed as a survey of the kingdom Fungi.\u00a0 Emphasizes the systematics of the fungi, their physiology and development, and their applications and interactions in the ecosystem and with humans.\u00a0 Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 104.<\/p>\n
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BIO 270\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Cell Biology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Survey of modern cell biology which includes the chemistry of cellular molecules, structure, functions and specializations of cells and organelles.\u00a0 Four hours of lecture each week.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 104<\/p>\n
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BIO 275\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Microbiology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Covers the fundamentals of microbiology including the study of bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae and protozoa as well as microbial structure, metabolism, culturing, control and genetics.\u00a0 Basic laboratory skills and microscopy techniques are also included.\u00a0 Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.\u00a0 Prerequisites:\u00a0 BIO 101 and CHE 110 or permission of instructor.<\/p>\n
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BIO 300\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ecology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Covers interactions at the organismal, population (single species and species interactions), and community level.\u00a0 Applications of ecological theory to current environmental problems are examined throughout the course.\u00a0 Emphasis in the laboratory and field exercises will be placed on ecological methodology and the application of these methods.\u00a0 Students will be required to use various statistical methods to analyze and interpret the data.\u00a0 Each exercise will require a report in the format of a scientific paper.\u00a0 Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 Prerequisite: BIO 104. Co-requisite: STA 100, STA 225 or MAT 225.<\/p>\n
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BIO 315\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Plant\/Animal Physiology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Examines functional responses of organisms such as photosynthesis, water relations, movement, hormones, and growth in plants and, in animals, the nervous, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems.\u00a0 Four hours of lecture each week.\u00a0 Prerequisite: BIO 270.<\/p>\n
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BIO 320\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Entomology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Designed to familiarize students with the anatomy, physiology, and ecology of insects.\u00a0 Provides the necessary background for advanced courses in entomology and pest control.\u00a0 Laboratory focuses on sampling, specimen preparation, and recognizing different insect families using morphological features.\u00a0 Insect collection required.\u00a0 Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 Prerequisite: BIO 104.<\/p>\n
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<\/b>BIO 322\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Integrated Pest Management (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Examines the basics of applied entomology and pest management.\u00a0 Covers basic insect biology and identification, as well as the theory and practice of pest management.\u00a0 Topics discussed include issues such as management tactics, sampling, thresholds, pesticide properties, biological control, and environmental risk.\u00a0 Four hours of lecture each week.\u00a0 Prerequisite: BIO 320.<\/p>\n
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BIO 331\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Comparative Plant Morphology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Examines the external organization of plants as well as the evolution of major plant grouped as evidenced through the fossil record and comparison of homologous structure.\u00a0 Assumes general botanical knowledge.\u00a0 Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 104; plant anatomy (BIO 230) is encouraged as a prerequisite or co requisite.<\/p>\n
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BIO 340\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Vertebrate Zoology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Focuses on the biology, ecology, taxonomy and comparative anatomy of animals within the vertebrates.\u00a0 Students will have \u201chands-on\u201d experience with live and preserved specimens in the field and laboratory.\u00a0 Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 104.<\/p>\n
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BIO 341\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Invertebrate Zoology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Focuses on the biology, ecology, taxonomy and comparative anatomy of animals within the invertebrate phylum.\u00a0 Students will have \u201chands-on\u201d experience with live and preserved specimens in the field and laboratory.\u00a0 Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 104.<\/p>\n
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BIO 342\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Animal Behavior (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Biological study of vertebrate and invertebrate animal behavior.\u00a0 Basic topics covered include animal learning, mechanisms of behavior, foraging, competition, defense against predation, aggression, sensory systems, communication, mating systems and parental care behavior.\u00a0 Four hours of lecture per week.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 104.<\/p>\n
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BIO 350\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Advanced Physiology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
An integrated study of human physiology at the biochemical, cellular, tissue, and organ level.\u00a0 Designed primarily for upper division science and nursing majors.\u00a0 Emphasis will be on explanation of biochemical and cellular mechanisms in the major organ systems of the human body. Prerequisite:\u00a0 BIO 216 or permission of instructor.\u00a0 Does not meet the SUNYIT Laboratory Science requirement.<\/p>\n
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BIO 351\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Genetics (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
A broad coverage of the field of genetics to include discussion of the transmission, chemical nature and function of genetic material, with special attention to its importance in medicine, agriculture, and other aspects of human life and culture. Prerequisite: BIO 104 or permission of instructor.<\/p>\n
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BIO 380\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Evolution (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Introduction to evolutionary theory.\u00a0 Includes the historical development of components of evolutionary theory, population level microevolution, the fossil record and macroevolution, and current methods in evolutionary research including their application to genetic engineering.\u00a0 Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement, but does not meet the SUNYIT Laboratory Science requirement. Prerequisite: BIO 104<\/p>\n
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BIO 390\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Junior Seminar (1)<\/b><\/p>\n
Introduction to the general principles and procedures of scientific research with emphasis on the use of scientific literature and methods of research.\u00a0 Seminar, 1 hour each week.\u00a0 Prerequisite: Junior status.<\/p>\n
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BIO 401\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Phylogenetics (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Introduces students to methodologies of reconstruction evolutionary history.\u00a0 The history of various approaches is covered as well as current and emerging philosophical debates in the field.\u00a0 Modern methods utilizing computational analysis will be taught along with specific issues regarding different types of data.\u00a0 Prerequisites:\u00a0 BIO 270, BIO 351, BIO 380<\/p>\n
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BIO 430\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Plant Systematics (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Serves as an introduction to the field of systematics as well as an in-depth study of the classification of flowering plants.\u00a0 Assumes general botanical knowledge.\u00a0 Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 104.\u00a0 Students are encouraged to take one other plant course (BIO 230, BIO 315, or BIO 331) before or in conjunction with this class.<\/p>\n
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BIO 460\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biotechnology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Upper level biology majors course that includes such topics as: history, future, process and methods used in biotechnology, substances and products produced through biotechnology, the application of biotechnology, forensics, industry, energy production, pollution abatement and the environment as well as issues such as ethics, regulation, safety and public perception.\u00a0 Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.\u00a0 Prerequisite: Molecular biology course or BIO 470.<\/p>\n
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BIO 470\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Molecular Biology (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Modern molecular biology with an emphasis on gene structure and activity and the biochemistry related to the understanding of the functions of the gene.\u00a0 Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 104, BIO 270<\/p>\n
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BIO 475\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bioinformatics (4)<\/b><\/p>\n
Introduction for understanding how genomic sequence and its variations affect phenotypes.\u00a0 Will focus on the information available from DNA sequencing projects, ranging from the sequences of individual genes to those of entire genomes.\u00a0 Students will learn analytical techniques that can be used to evaluate sequence data, and examples of the biological significance of such analysis.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 270, BIO 380, BIO 470<\/p>\n
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BIO 487\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Senior Biology Seminar (1)<\/b><\/p>\n
A capstone seminar focusing on biology research conducted by seniors and faculty.\u00a0 Seminar, 1 hour each week.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 390 and Senior status.<\/p>\n
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BIO 488\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Senior Bioinformatics Seminar (1)<\/b><\/p>\n
Capstone seminar focusing on bioinformatics research conducted by seniors and faculty.\u00a0 Seminar, 1 hour each week.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 390 and Senior status.<\/p>\n
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BIO 489\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Senior Biotechnology Seminar (1)<\/b><\/p>\n
Capstone seminar focusing on biotechnology research conducted by seniors and faculty.\u00a0 Seminar, 1 hour each week.\u00a0 Prerequisites: BIO 390 and Senior status.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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