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BIOL 312 - Local Flora
Identification of trees in both winter and spring stages of growth and identification of common vascular plants with the use of taxonomic keys emphasized.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 313 - Plant Anatomy
Comprehensive studies of the internal structure of vascular plants, focusing mainly on the anatomy of flowering plants. The course emphasizes structure-function relationships and anatomical adaptations of plants to various environmental conditions.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 314 - Plant Taxonomy
Selected flowering plant families, characteristics, and possible evolutionary relationships.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
**The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 315 - Physiology
Physiochemical analysis of body functions with emphasis on control systems which maintain homeostasis. (This course or BIOL 405 - Plant Physiology is required for all biology majors).
Prerequisite: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology and CHEM 131 - Chemical Principles II .
Credits: 4
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
***The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 316 - Entomology
The fundamentals of insect biology, life histories, pest management, and classification. Individual projects are required.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 317 - Economic and Medical Botany
This course provides a survey of the major plants that have impacted human society. In addition to providing oxygen, food, and shelter, plants have played a major role in the development of human civilizations, impacting such areas as medicine, religion, art, literature, industry, and politics. From both botanical and historical perspectives, we study the major plants that provide humans with such important products as coffee, sugar, chocolate, spices, oils, and fibers (and many others). Particular emphasis is placed on plants that have played a direct or indirect role in human medicine.
Prerequisite: One life science course of AGSC 100 - Food, Agriculture, and the Environment , AGSC 108 - Introduction to Agricultural Systems , BIOL 100 - Biology , BIOL 103 - General Botany , BIOL 106 - General Zoology , BIOL 107 - Introductory Biology I , or BIOL 150 - Honors Biology .
Credits: 3
When Offered: (every other fall)
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 318 - Mycology
Principles of fungal biology, including morphology, taxonomy, and the interactions of fungi with other organisms.
Strongly Recommended: A course in college biology.
Credits: 4
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 325 - Human Physiology
Introductory principles and concepts of human body function for health and exercise science, psychology, and nursing majors. Emphasis on practical and applied examples of human health, exercise, and physical performance. Biology majors must take BIOL 315 - Physiology or BIOL 405 - Plant Physiology to meet major requirements. BIOL 325 may not be used as a biology elective by biology majors-unrestricted elective only.
Prerequisite: BIOL 100 - Biology or CHEM 100 - Chemistry for Contemporary Living or equivalent.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 345 - Introduction to Mathematical Biology
Students study papers drawn from research literature in which mathematics is used to model biological systems, encompassing the molecular level to the community level of organization. Topics from matrix algebra, differential equations, discrete mathematics, probability and statistics are introduced and developed through lectures, readings, and a computer lab. Data are drawn from a variety of sources, including student laboratory experiments, research papers, and scientific databases. The course meets for two hours of lectures and two hours of biology/computer lab each week. Cross-listed as MATH 345, this course is team-taught by a biologist and a mathematician.
Prerequisites: MATH 198 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus I and (BIOL 100 - Biology or BIOL 107 - Introductory Biology I ) with grades of C or better.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 349 - Writing About Biology
The course’s objective is the development of scientific writing skills through formal writing about topics in a specific biological subdiscipline. Based on individualized feedback from instructors and/or peers, students learn the features that make up good scientific writing. Although exact details vary among course selections, students may also gain experience in reading and analyzing primary literature, synthesizing material from multiple sources, designing and describing their own experiments, and appropriately interpreting results. This course may be used as an elective for Biology majors.
Prerequisites: A student must meet the prerequisite requirements for the BIOL elective course in which they are enrolling and must be a biology major. Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in a 300-, 400-, or 500-level BIOL elective course.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** This is a writing-enhanced course.
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BIOL 353 - Pathophysiology
Principles and concepts of pathophysiology presented as alterations of normal physiological regulatory mechanisms in disease states. The spring semester section is restricted to Nursing majors only. Fall and summer sections open to all majors.
Prerequisite: BIOL 215 - Anatomy and Physiology II , BIOL 315 - Physiology , or BIOL 325 - Human Physiology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 362 - Embryology and Developmental Biology
Theory and principles of development. The laboratory includes experimental manipulation of living, developing organisms.
Prerequisites: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology and BIOL 300 - Genetics .
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.
**** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 363 - Human Ecology
Ecology of humans and environmental problems. (May not be used as a biology elective by biology majors - unrestricted elective only.)
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 364 - Invertebrate Zoology
Biology, taxonomy, structure, ecology, and phylogenetic relationships of invertebrate animals. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: BIOL 108 - Introductory Biology II .
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 365L - Human Anatomy Lab
The body as a whole, structural units, integrative systems, maintenance systems, and reproduction.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Credits: 1
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BIOL 370 - Introduction to Bioinformatics
A hands-on, project-oriented interdisciplinary introduction to molecular bioinformatics. The course defines bioinformatics as the science of examining the structure, function, and evolution of biological molecules (especially genes and proteins) through the use of computational analysis, statistics, visualization, and pattern recognition. This course is designed for sophomore through senior level biology and computer science students. The course may also be taken by mathematics students with programming skills and by chemistry students with interest and prior coursework in genetics.
Prerequisites: (BIOL 300 - Genetics , CS 310 - Data Structures and Algorithms , or permission of Department Chair) AND (biology, computer science, or math major).
Credits: 3
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 391 - Internship for Biology Majors
On-the-job training in a biological field to complement the student’s academic education. Only three credits total of BIOL 391 and BIOL 392 - Evaluation and Analysis of Internship may be counted as biology electives. The class is graded pass/fail.
Credits: 4 to 12
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BIOL 392 - Evaluation and Analysis of Internship
Encompassing research, analytical analysis, and evaluation of internship experience. Only three credits total of BIOL 391 - Internship for Biology Majors and BIOL 392 may be counted as biology electives.
Credits: 1 to 3
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BIOL 404 - Medical Microbiology
A study of pathogenic microorganisms, their isolation, cultivation, identification, and control.
Prerequisites: BIOL 304 - General Microbiology .
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 405 - Plant Physiology
Principles and laboratory experiments on plant function in the areas of water relations, photosynthesis, respiration, and growth. (This course or BIOL 315 required for all biology majors.)
Prerequisites: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology and CHEM 131 - Chemical Principles II .
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 441 - Biology Research I
Individual study and laboratory work on an assigned problem. Only three credits of biology research may be counted as biology electives.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 442 - Biology Research II
A continuation of BIOL 441 - Biology Research I .
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 443 - Biology Research III
A continuation of BIOL 442 - Biology Research II .
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 444 - Independent Studies (Topic)
This course provides flexibility for students who are in need of specific credit in topics. Only three credits may be counted as biology electives.
Credits: 1 to 5
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 502 - Biometry
The design and conduct of experiments and the analysis of biological data.
Prerequisite: STAT 190 - Basic Statistics or STAT 290 - Statistics .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 503 - Evolutionary Biology
The study of evolution by natural selection, emphasizing mechanisms, historical development, and modern evidence. Data from the fields of genetics, molecular biology, population biology, paleontology and behavior may be considered.
Prerequisite: BIOL 300 - Genetics or equivalent.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 503G - Evolutionary Biology
The study of evolution by natural selection, emphasizing mechanisms, historical development, and modern evidence. Data from the fields of genetics, molecular biology, population biology, paleontology, and behavior may be considered.
Prerequisite: BIOL 300 - Genetics or equivalent.
Credits: 3
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BIOL 504 - Herpetology
The taxonomy, life history, and distribution of amphibians and reptiles. The laboratory includes field trips.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 504G - Herpetology
The taxonomy, life history, and distribution of amphibians and reptiles. The laboratory includes field trips.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 506 - Ornithology
Avian biology with emphasis on field study.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 506G - Ornithology
Avian biology with emphasis on field study.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 508 - Advanced Plant Taxonomy
Historical taxonomy and experimental approaches; taxonomy problems, herbarium, morphological, cytological, statistical, and chemical techniques.
Prerequisite: BIOL 314 - Plant Taxonomy .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 508G - Advanced Plant Taxonomy
Historical taxonomy and experimental approaches to plant systematics.
Prerequisite: BIOL 314 - Plant Taxonomy .
Credits: 3
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BIOL 509 - Comparative Plant Morphology
Comparative investigations of the structure, life-cycles, and evolution of fossil and living vascular plants. Emphasis on such topics as: the origin of land plants, evolution of the ovule and flower, and the origin of flowering plants.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 509G - Comparative Plant Morphology
Comparative investigations of the structure, life-cycles, and evolution of fossil and living vascular plants. Emphasis on such topics as: the origins of land plants, evolution of the ovule and flower, and the origin of flowering plants.
Credits: 4
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BIOL 510 - Ecology
An advanced course in ecology examining the conceptual and theoretical foundations of population and community ecology. Reading and discussion of primary literature is emphasized.
Prerequisite: BIOL 301 - Introduction to Ecology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 510G - Ecology
An advanced course in ecology examining the conceptual and theoretical foundations of population and community ecology. Reading and discussion of primary literature is emphasized.
Prerequisite: BIOL 301 - Introduction to Ecology .
Credits: 3
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BIOL 511 - Comparative Animal Physiology
A study of physiological mechanisms that major animal groups have evolved to tolerate stresses of an array of habitants/environments ranging from abyssal ocean depths to high-altitude living. Physiological basis and evolution of adaptations enabling animals to function in different environments are explored on the molecular, cellular, system, and organismal levels.
Prerequisite: BIOL 315 - Physiology .
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 511G - Comparative Animal Physiology
A study of physiological mechanisms which major animal groups have evolved to tolerate stresses of an array of habitants/environments ranging from abyssal ocean depths to high-altitude living. Physiological basis and evolution of adaptations enabling animals to function in different environments are explored on the molecular, cellular, system, and organismal levels.
Prerequisite: BIOL 315 - Physiology .
Credits: 4
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BIOL 512 - Cell Physiology
An advanced study of the molecular biology of the cell with an experimental approach. The course provides an in-depth investigation into cell interactions with diverse environments, membrane functions, mechanisms of cellular regulation, the cytoskeleton, cell motility, evolution of cell functions, and energy matter conversions. Includes laboratory work.
Prerequisite: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology .
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 512G - Cell Physiology
An advanced study of the molecular biology of the cell with an experimental approach. The course provides an in depth investigation into cell interactions with diverse environments, membrane functions, mechanisms of cellular regulation, the cytoskeleton, cell motility, evolution of cell functions, and energy matter conversions. Includes laboratory work.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 513 - Microbial Genetics
Basic concepts of the structure, function, and replication of DNA, RNA, and protein. Includes principles of the genetic code, gene transfer and recombination, control of genetic information flow and enzyme activity, mechanisms of mutagenesis, DNA repair and modification, and genetic engineering.
Prerequisite: BIOL 300 - Genetics , BIOL 304 - General Microbiology , and one year of college chemistry.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 513G - Microbial Genetics
Advanced concepts of the structure, function, and replication of DNA, RNA, and protein. Includes principles of the genetic code, gene transfer and recombination, control of genetic information flow and enzyme activity, mechanisms of mutagenesis, DNA repair and modification, and genetic engineering.
Prerequisites: BIOL 300 - Genetics , BIOL 304 - General Microbiology , and one year of college chemistry.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 515 - Animal Behavior
Physiology, natural history, and evolution of behavior. Laboratory is part of the course.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 515G - Animal Behavior
Physiology, natural history, and evolution of behavior. Laboratory is part of the course.
Credits: 3
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BIOL 516 - Ichthyology
The life history, ecology, taxonomy, and distribution of fishes. The laboratory emphasizes the classification of North American freshwater fishes.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 516G - Ichthyology
The life history, ecology, taxonomy, and distribution of fishes. The laboratory emphasizes the classification of North American freshwater fish.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 517 - Mammalogy
Mammal life history, behavior, classification, and distribution. Laboratory includes identification of Missouri species from prepared specimens and field trips.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 517G - Mammalogy
Mammal life history, behavior, classification, and distribution. Laboratory includes identification of Missouri species from prepared specimens and field trips.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 518 - Advanced Topics (Topic)
An in-depth study of selected science topics presented under formal classroom organization (not intended for individualized study). The total number of credits on a program is limited to 8; only those credits which have the approval of the student’s advisor may be counted as biology electives.
Credits: 1 to 5 (each topic)
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.
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BIOL 518G - Advanced Topics (Topic)
An in-depth study of selected science topics presented under formal classroom organization (not intended for individualized study). The total number of credits on a program is limited to 8; only those credits which have the approval of the student’s advisor may be counted as biology electives.
Credits: 1 to 5 (each topic)
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BIOL 519 - Directed Field Studies
An interim course to encourage scientific investigation of geographic regions. Ecological, geological, climatological, and anthropological phenomena are studied. Only 3 credits may be counted as biology electives.
Credits: 1 to 5
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 519G - Directed Field Studies
An interim course to encourage scientific investigation of geographic regions. Ecological, geological, climatological, and anthropological phenomena are studied. Only 3 credits may be counted as biology electives.
Credits: 1 to 5
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BIOL 520 - Immunology
A study of the cells, tissues, molecules, and processes involved in the human body’s homeostatic and defense mechanisms. Laboratory includes immunological techniques utilized in both the research and clinical laboratories.
Prerequisite: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology and BIOL 300 - Genetics .
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.
*** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 520G - Immunology
A study of the cells, tissues, molecules, and processes involved in the human body’s homeostatic and defense mechanisms. Laboratory includes immunological techniques utilized in both the research and clinical laboratories.
Prerequisites: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology and BIOL 300 - Genetics .
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 530 - Advanced Cell Biology
Select topics in cell biology are explored through the reading and discussion of current literature.
Prerequisites: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology and BIOL 300 - Genetics .
Credits: 4
When Offered: (spring, even years)
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** This is a writing-enhanced course.
*** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 530G - Advanced Cell Biology
Select topics in cell biology are explored through the reading and discussion of current literature.
Prerequisites: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology and BIOL 300 - Genetics .
Credits: 4
When Offered: (spring, even years)
NOTE:
* The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 535 - Electron Microscopy
Electron Microscopy is a project-driven, techniques-based class. Learning various procedures while using them to complete a research project. Learning techniques sequentially, working towards the basic goal of some biological subject. Making discoveries and/or resolving questions about some biological systems. Success in this class involves training your mind as well as your hands.
Credits: 4
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 535G - Electron Microscopy
Electron Microscopy is a project-driven, techniques-based class. Learning various procedures while using them to complete a research project. Learning techniques sequentially, working towards the basic goal of some biological subject. Making discoveries and/or resolving questions about some biological systems. Success in this class involves training your mind as well as your hands.
Credits: 4
When Offered: (fall only)
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BIOL 540 - Cancer Biology
This course is designed to provide a broad understanding of the molecular, genetic and cell biological aspects of cancer. Topics covered include: oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, major signaling transduction pathways involved in cancer, angiogenesis, apoptosis, genetic instability and metastasis.
Prerequisites: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology and BIOL 300 - Genetics .
Credits: 3
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 540G - Cancer Biology
This course is designed to provide a broad understanding of the molecular, genetic and cell biological aspects of cancer. Topics covered include: oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, major signaling transduction pathways involved in cancer, angiogenesis, apoptosis, genetic instability and metastasis.
Prerequisites: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology and BIOL 300 - Genetics .
Credits: 3
When Offered: (spring only)
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BIOL 545 - Senior Biology Seminar
Selected topics, including a culminating review of the biology program. Senior Biology Seminar is required for all senior biology majors.
Credits: 1
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 550 - Endocrinology
The function of several of the most important endocrine systems is analyzed. Control of hormone synthesis, blood transport, metabolism and excretion primarily but not exclusively in vertebrates are explored. Particular emphasis is given to the molecular modes of action of hormones on their respective target cells, tissues and organs.
Prerequisite: BIOL 315 - Physiology with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3
When Offered: (spring, even years)
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 550G - Endocrinology
The function of several of the most important endocrine systems is analyzed. Control of hormone synthesis, blood transport, metabolism and excretion primarily but not exclusively in vertebrates are explored. Particular emphasis is given to the molecular modes of action of hormones on their respective target cells, tissues and organs.
Prerequisite: BIOL 315 - Physiology with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3
When Offered: (spring, even years)
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BIOL 551 - Genetics of Human Disorders
An advanced course covering current trends in the cellular and molecular genetics mechanisms of monogenic and polygenic disorders.
Prerequisites: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology and BIOL 300 - Genetics .
Credits: 4
When Offered: (fall, even years)
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** This is a writing-enhanced course.
*** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 552 - Molecular Genetics
Students read and discuss the current literature regarding eukaryotic gene regulation and genome organization.
Prerequisites: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology and BIOL 300 - Genetics .
Credits: 4
When Offered: (fall, even years)
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** This is a writing-enhanced course.
*** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 552G - Molecular Genetics
Students read and discuss the current literature regarding eukaryotic gene regulation and genome organization.
Prerequisites: BIOL 200 - Cell Biology and BIOL 300 - Genetics .
Credits: 4
When Offered: (fall, even years)
NOTE:
* The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 598 - Workshop (Topic)
In-depth study of selected topics presented in a short period of time. The total number of credits on a program is limited to 8; only those credits which have the approval of the student’s advisor may be counted as biology electives.
Credits: 1 to 3 (each topic)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 598G - Workshop (Topic)
In-depth study of selected topics presented in a short period of time. The total number of credits on a program is limited to 8; only those credits which have the approval of the student’s advisor may be counted as biology electives.
Credits: 1 to 3 (each topic)
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BIOL 601G - Scientific Writing
This course focuses on the role of communication in science, scientific writing and the completion of a Master’s thesis research proposal. This course also includes student-led discussions of selected topics in the current primary literature.
Prerequisite: Admission into the Biology Master’s Program or Professional Science Master’s Program.
Credits: 3
When Offered: (offered fall only)
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BIOL 603G - Fundamental Processes in Biology I
Integration of new developments in biology with the discipline’s major concepts.
Credits: 2
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BIOL 604G - Fundamental Processes in Biology II
Similar to with emphasis on curriculum design to teach these concepts.
Credits: 3
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BIOL 606G - Graduate Seminar I
A series of presentations on a theme of current interest to biologists presented by biology graduate students, faculty, or invited speakers.
Credits: 1
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BIOL 607G - Graduate Seminar II
A series of presentations on a theme of current interest to biologists presented by biology graduate students, faculty, or invited speakers
Credits: 1
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BIOL 610G - Advanced Plant Physiology
Physiological and biochemical processes in higher plants.
Credits: 3
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BIOL 611G - Advanced Plant Anatomy
Embryogeny, development, and maturity of flowering plants; emphasizes an experimental approach to teaching and research.
Credits: 2
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BIOL 616G - Graduate Seminar III
A series of presentations on a theme of current interest to biologists presented by biology graduate students, faculty, or invited speakers.
Credits: 1
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BIOL 617G - Graduate Seminar IV
A series of presentations on a theme of current interest to biologists presented by biology graduate students, faculty, or invited speakers.
Credits: 1
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BIOL 618G - Advanced Topics (Topic)
An in-depth study of selected science topics presented under formal classroom organization (not intended for individualized study). The total number of credits on a program is limited to eight; only those credits which have the approval of the student’s committee may be counted as biology electives.
Credits: 1 to 4 (each topic)
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BIOL 644G - Readings in Biology I
Reading in areas representing current biological research and biology education.
Credits: 2
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BIOL 648G - Thesis Research
Completion of thesis under the direction of an advisor in the field of the student’s research problem. Six credits are required for the Biology MS degree. Course may be repeated for credit.
Credits: 1 to 6
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BIOL 649G - Biology Research
This course is designed to award credit to a graduate student who is the principal investigator of a research project. May be repeated for credit but only six credits may be counted as electives towards a Biology MS degree.
Credits: 1 to 6
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BIZ 306 - The Natural History of Belize
This course is a hands-on, observation-based, in-depth study of marine ecosystems in the field. Students will directly apply ecological theory and concepts through student-developed research projects in a marine environment. Students will develop these projects based on information gained from reading primary literature related to the area of study. Subsequently, students will implement their research projects in the field, collect and analyze data, and present their results to the Truman Community.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** The Study Abroad Fee applies to this course.
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BIZ 506G - The Natural History of Belize
This course is a hands-on, observation-based, in-depth study of marine ecosystems in the field. Students will directly apply ecological theory and concepts through student-developed research projects in a marine environment. Students will develop these projects based on information gained from reading primary literature related to the area of study. Subsequently, students will implement their research projects in the field, collect and analyze data, and present their results to the Truman Community.
Credits: 3
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* The Study Abroad fee applies to this course.
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BRA 305 - The Afro-Brazilian Music of Bahia, Brazil
This course examines the music of Bahia, the center of Afro Brazilian culture. Located on Brazil’s Northeast coast, Bahia was the focus of South America’s slave trade. This history has left a dynamic legacy of music that survives to this day. Through in-class lectures and field trips to museums, musical performances, and other cultural activities, students have firsthand experience with Candomble rituals, Capoeira classes, samba dancing, and modern popular music within their social contexts. They also acquire the tools of musical analysis so that they can examine specific musical repertories, in order to trace the musical development of these genres.
Credits: 3
NOTE: This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Visual and Performing Arts Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
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BSAD 107 - Computer Applications
Business computer applications utilizing IBM or IBM-compatible hardware and microcomputer software including Windows, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, database, Internet, and the integration of some or all of these processes. BSAD 107 may NOT be taken by business administration or accounting majors.
Credits: 1
NOTE: The Business Administration Course Fee applies to this course.
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BSAD 131 - Introduction to Business
An introduction to the U.S. economic system, business ownership and management, marketing, human resource management, operations, and business financing. This course is not open to junior and senior accounting or business administration majors.
Credits: 3
NOTE: The Business Administration Course Fee applies to this course.
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BSAD 157 - Information Technology
Computer hardware and software concepts including operating systems, spreadsheets, presentation software, database, Web page development and the integration of some or all of these processes. This course examines the place of technology within organizations, telecommunications, systems development, and social/ethical issues.
Prerequisite: Business administration or accounting majors only.
Credits: 3
NOTE: The Business Administration Course Fee applies to this course.
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BSAD 200 - Personal Finance
Management of household and personal finances. An overview of financial concepts with special emphasis on their application to issues faced by individuals and households: budget management, taxes, savings, housing and other major acquisitions, borrowing, insurance, investments, meeting retirement goals, and estate planning.
Credits: 3
NOTE: The Business Administration Course Fee applies to this course.
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BSAD 234 - Legal Environment of Business
General overview of the American legal system. Government regulation of business: antitrust, employment, labor, and environmental law, contracts, real and personal property, international law.
Credits: 3
NOTE: The Business Administration Course Fee applies to this course.
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BSAD 325 - Principles of Marketing
Introduction to the concepts, activities, and decisions involved in the marketing function. Students apply marketing mix variables in domestic and international settings.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior status.
Credits: 3
NOTE: The Business Administration Course Fee applies to this course.
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BSAD 329 - Principles of Finance
Basic principles of financial management including the concepts of financial analysis, valuation, capital budgeting, and capital structure.
Prerequisites: Undergraduate level ACCT 221 - Introduction to Management Accounting Minimum Grade of C or T OR Undergraduate level ACCT 220 - Introduction to Financial Accounting Minimum Grade of C or T AND Undergraduate level MATH 330 - Mathematics of Finance Minimum Grade of C. Approval to enroll in upper level accounting or business administration courses or in one of the following Majors: Agricultural Science, Math.
Credits: 3
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* The Business Administration Course Fee applies to this course.
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BSAD 349 - Organizational Behavior
Analysis of the behavioral aspects of an organization and the study of human behavior at individual, group, and organizational levels to develop behavioral competency and improve relationships of people, structure and technology in business organizations. Focuses on topics such as personality, motivation, interaction process, quality circles, leadership, and corporate culture.
Prerequisites: Approval to enroll in upper level business administration or accounting courses, or minor in business administration.
Credits: 3
NOTE: The Business Administration Course Fee applies to this course.
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BSAD 360 - Marketing Research
This course develops skills in the collection and use of qualitative and quantitative information to pose and answer marketing questions. Students learn how to specify research goals, establish research design, collect and analyze data, and then report findings in appropriate ways to marketing managers. They also learn how to carry out and interpret the results of various statistical procedures using industry standard statistical software.
Prerequisites: BSAD 325 - Principles of Marketing , and (STAT 375 - ANOVA/Experimental Design or STAT 376 - Nonparametric Statistics/Sampling or STAT 378 - Linear Regression/Time Series ), and (junior or senior status).
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Business Administration Course Fee applies to this course.
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