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This course provides an introduction to modern biology including biological classification, survey of biological diversity and evolutionary relationships, anatomy and physiology of plants and animals, and principles of ecology. This course with lab and BI 205 with lab provide a comprehensive two-semester sequence in general biology. REQUIRED FOR ALL BIOLOGY MAJORS. With BI 200L, fulfills Ursuline Core Curriculum Science w/Lab requirement. *SC/DC
The Laboratory is comprised of selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts covered in BI 200 including hands on activities which afford students the opportunity to master basic biological principles, skills, and equipment used in experimental inquiry, design, analysis, and reporting. REQUIRED FOR ALL BIOLOGY MAJORS. *SC/DC
This course provides an introduction to modern biology including the basic principles of molecular and cell biology, energy transfer and metabolism, cellular reproduction, genetics, and mechanisms of evolution and origin of life. This course with lab and BI 200 with lab provide a comprehensive two-semester sequence in general biology. REQUIRED FOR ALL BIOLOGY MAJORS
The Laboratory is comprised of selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts covered in BI 205 including hands on activities which afford students the opportunity to master basic biological principles, skills, and equipment used in experimental inquiry, design, analysis, and reporting. REQUIRED FOR ALL BIOLOGY MAJORS.
An introduction to the basic concepts of ecology with emphasis on the complex interrelationships of living organisms with each other and with the non-living environment.
The focus is on techniques of physical, chemical, and biological analysis of various ecosystems. The collection, analysis, and interpretation of data are stressed.
Although basic mechanisms of Mendelian genetics are reviewed, the focus of this course is molecular genetics. The origin of nucleic acids, DNA replication, RNA transcription, and the process of translation are studied in some detail. Regulation of gene expression and the function of non-structural DNA sequences are also considered. Pre-requisites: Biology fundamental sequence; 2 semesters of College Chemistry; and 3 credits of MAT/MIS. Recommended: MAT 131 College Algebra.
An introduction to methods and techniques of investigating genetic principles, including Mendelian inheritance, molecular genetics, and population genetics. Organisms used in the laboratory are representative of those used in research settings. Pre- or co-requisite: BI 335.
One credit minimum of service learning (no tuition charge) is required for graduation with a major in Biology. (See the College Catalog for rules and restrictions applicable for earning service learning credit.) In Biology this can be accomplished in the junior or senior year by several methods:1) Volunteering within the community in some aspect of biology education. 2) Volunteering in a community organization and conducting research which impacts biologically related issues.3) Being a laboratory assistant in an Ursuline College Biology Lab for a semester. Each option has a particular subset of requirements, one of which is Departmental approval. REQUIRED FOR ALL BIOLOGY MAJORS.
The fine structure, molecular organization, and function of eukaryotic cells, including their relationship to the environment, are examined. Major topics include the origin of eukaryotic cells; protein structure and function; the transport of substances and signaling mechanisms that occur both within and between intra- and extracellular compartments; energy pathways and constraints; and, when possible, disease states resulting from cell dysfunction will be examined.
Selected exercises introduce laboratory techniques of cellular biology. Investigations examine cell structure via microscopy and centrifugation, cellular physiology, and protein isolation and expression.
Readings and discussions focus on one or more of the universal biological principles. Biological concepts from previous course work are integrated using an evolutionary perspective. REQUIRED FOR ALL BIOLOGY MAJORS.
Atomic theory, molecular structure, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gases, states of matter, solutions, and applications to daily life, industry, and life processes. Required for science majors. *SC/DC
Selected chemistry experiments. *SC/DC
Chemical kinetics, chemical equilibria, thermodynamics, oxidation-reduction, electrochemistry, organic chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Required for science majors.
Selected chemistry experiments.
This course covers fundamentals of algebra, functions, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and trigonometric functions of angles. Fulfills Ursuline Core Curriculum Math requirement. *MA/DC
To minor in Biology, you'll take the following courses:
In addition, undergraduate students are also required to complete the Ursuline Core Curriculum.
