Biology
BIO 100- Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Compare and contrast sexual and asexual reproduction and the importance and downfalls of both
- Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the male and female reproductive systems
- Explain how the immune system identifies pathogens and how medications used to treat Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) aid in recovery from different types of STD pathogens
- Compare and contrast signs and symptoms, diagnostic methods and treatment of bacterial, viral and fungal STDs
- Trace the history of the HIV epidemic
- Explain how HIV causes AIDS
- Analyze the different methods of contraception and their efficiency rates
BIO 105- Basic Anatomy and Physiology
- Explain how different levels of organization (chemical, cellular, tissue, organ and organ systems) scaffold to result in body functions
- Evaluate symptoms to diagnose patients
- Interpret data to understand processes in the human body
- Express their informed opinions clearly on controversial health related issues
BIO 108- Nutrition
- Define and discuss the functions and sources of nutrients.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of digestion, absorption, and metabolism.
- Interpret and apply current dietary guidelines and nutrition recommendations.
- Analyze and interpret nutritional information based on analysis of graphic and numeric data.
- Demonstrate the roles of nutrients to good health, optimal fitness, weight control and chronic diseases.
- Predict how basic concepts of nutrition change throughout a person's life span.
- Determine the risks and prevention of food-borne illnesses and the government's role in monitoring food safety and supply
BIO 112- Infectious Diseases: Can You Protect Yourself?
- Name the most common etiological agent associated with specific infectious diseases.
- Explain the basic mechanisms of disease pathogenesis.
- Explain basic immune responses to different types of infectious microorganisms
- Justify the role of immunization in protecting against infectious diseases
- Propose diagnostic and treatment options for common infections.
- Identify probable infectious disease threats to the human population.
- Propose steps to protect against infectious diseases.
BIO 115- Human Genetics
- Discuss the basic mechanism of cell mitotic and meiotic divisions
- Explain the mechanism of metabolic inherited diseases
- Apply the basic principles of recombinant DNA to medicine and industry
- Explain and discuss contemporary issues involving prenatal genetic testing
BIO 116- The Brain from Molecules to the Mind
- Explain how different levels of organization (chemical, cellular, tissue, organ and organ system) contribute to the functions of the nervous system
- Interpret neurophysiological data, both graphical and numerical to predict electrical activity of neurons and identify patients
- Apply research findings on the molecular or cellular level to describe diseases or psychological states
- Express informed opinions on controversial health or ethically related issues in neuroscience
BIO 120- Introduction to Biology
- Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the concepts, mechanisms and underlying scientific laws that govern our living world
- Distinguish among science, non-science and pseudo-science
- Think critically about basic biological concepts and systems
- Show competence in basic laboratory skills
- Organize and quantitatively analyze information and data
- Use research and critical analysis skills to develop and defend well-reasoned opinions regarding bioethical dilemmas facing human-kind
BIO 131- General Biology I
- Assess the scientific validity of biological explanations.
- Draw conclusions based on analysis of graphical and numerical data from biological experiments.
- Apply the scientific method in developing biological experiments.
- Demonstrate proper use of the standard tools of the biological scientist.
- Relate the basic principles of biochemistry to the structure and function of living organisms.
- Explain the fundamental structures and physiological mechanisms of plant and animal cell function and reproduction.
- Explain how DNA provides information for cell functioning
BIO 132- General Biology II
- Assess the scientific validity of biological explanations.
- Draw conclusions based on analysis of graphical and numerical data from biological experiments.
- Describe how the characteristics of living organisms are expressed at the cellular and sub-cellular level.
- Explain the origin of life on Earth and the evolutionary progression toward more complex forms.
- Discuss the diversity of life on Earth with respect to the role evolution has played in shaping this diversity.
- Compare and contrast the kingdoms of life with regard to cellular structure, metabolism, and mechanisms of cellular reproduction, genetics and gene expression.
- Explain the connection between ecology, genetics, evolution, and diversity of organisms.
BIO 140- Botany
- Identify the different groups of vascular and nonvascular plants and use a key to identify plants
- Explain important molecules, tissues, structures and life cycles of plant groups
- Explain the processes of photosynthesis and respiration
- Discuss the concepts of ecology and sustainability; the significance of plants in ecosystems and the interdependence of plants and people
- Apply the scientific method in botany experiments
- Draw conclusions based on analysis of graphic and numeric data from botany experiments
BIO 145- Zoolgy
- Compare and contrast the anatomy and physiology of different animal phyla and categorize animals using the current taxonomy system
- Explain how adaptation has influenced the form and function of structures seen in animal phyla
- Describe past and present evolutionary trends in the animal kingdom and predict possibly future trends
- Discuss the interrelationship of organisms within ecosystems and analyze our place as a member of the animal kingdom
- Demonstrate proper use of the standard tools of the zoologist
- Use the scientific method and inductive and deductive reasoning as they apply to zoological experiments and assessments
BIO 231- Anatomy and Physiology I
- Use anatomical names, directional terminology and anatomical planes when describing the relative location of structures and organs within the human body.
- Identify important molecules, tissues, organs and structures within each organ system.
- Explain the function of each organ system using the fundamentals of chemistry, cellular biology and histology.
- Relate how the structure of organs and organ systems compliment their function.
- Explain how different levels of organization (chemical, cellular, tissue, organ and organ systems) scaffold to result in body functions.
- Predict the outcome of homeostatic imbalances.
- Draw conclusions based on analysis of graphic and numeric data from physiologyexperiments
BIO 232- Anatomy and Physiology II
- Identify important molecules, tissues, organs and structures within each organ system.
- Explain the function of each organ system using the fundamentals of chemistry, cellular biology and histology.
- Relate how the structure of organs and organ systems compliment their function.
- Explain how different levels of organization (chemical, cellular, tissue, organ and organ systems) scaffold to result in body functions
- Predict the outcome of homeostatic imbalances.
- Draw conclusions based on analysis of graphic and numeric data from physiologyexperiments.
BIO 235- Introduction to Microbiology
- Describe microbe anatomy and biochemistry as they relate to biological systems
- Perform laboratory exercises to show proficiency in microscopy, staining, cell culture and other standard bacteriological techniques
- Identify bacteria by interpretation of standard microbiological and biochemical tests
- Interpret data and summarize results in graphic and mathematical form and in a scientific report
- Evaluate microbial growth patterns, nutrition, reproduction and the spread of disease
- Identify the social, political, economic and environmental factors responsible for differences in infection and disease prevalence, spreading, treatmentand outcomes
- Describe basic microbial genetics, molecular biology, genetic engineering and recombinant DNA technology
BIO 240- Microbiology for Industrial Applications
- Describe microbe anatomy and biochemistry as they relate to biological systems
- Perform laboratory exercises using good laboratory practices to show proficiency in microscopy, staining, cell culture and other standard bacteriological techniques
- Interpret data and summarize results in graphic and mathematical form using good documentation practices
- Describe basic microbial genetics, molecular biology, genetic engineering and recombinant DNA technology
- Use experimental data to deduce the identity of unknown bacteria
- Demonstrate industrial gowning techniques
BIO 250- Immunology
- Define the role of B-lymphocytes, T-phagocytes, professional antigen presenting cells and major histocompatibility complexes
- List the symptoms of the inflammatory response and explain their causes
- Perform laboratory exercises using aseptic technique to gain proficiency in handling biologics
- Record and interpret data and summarize results using good documentation practices
- Discuss the impact of diseases and treatments on patients and society in written and oral formats
BIO 252- Principles of Cell Biology
- Describe the properties and functions of the major groups of organic biomolecules
- Explain how cellular components generate and utilize energy
- Predict changes or losses in cell functions as a result of environmental, physiological, or genetic change
- Explain the role of compartmentalization and signaling in cellular biology
- Draw conclusions based on analysis of graphical and numerical data from biological experiments
- Explain the processes of cellular division and differentiation
BIO 255- Molecular Biology
- Explain the structure, function and replication processes of DNA and RNA
- Explain the role of DNA and RNA in protein synthesis
- Perform procedures related to the use of DNA in the biotech industry
- Calculate dilutions, standards, molarity and concentrations of solutions
- Draw conclusions based on analysis of data gathered from experiments
BIO 261- Ecology
- Apply relevant technologies and techniques for data gathering and analysis.
- Describe the basic concepts of ecology including;
- Identifying the structure and function of ecosystems,
- Discussing population dynamics, and
- Illustrating energy flow through ecosystems and biochemical cycles.
- Explain the factors that determine species abundance and diversity within a community and describe the various types of interactions between members of a community.
- Apply the scientific method including field and laboratory methods (observation, sampling, recording data, analysis of data and reporting of data) by creating their own ecological study.
- Analyze and defend their findings from laboratory and field experiments in oral and written formats.
- Evaluate the results of their study in terms of current ecological theory (#2, 3)
- Critique current ecological research studies.