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AT 637G - Advanced Topics in Athletic Training I
This course provides students the opportunity to examine issues that shape the athletic training profession with an emphasis on practical application and professional development. Emphasis is placed on evidence based practice to skills and cadaver anatomy. Specific topics will vary depending on current issues affecting the athletic training profession.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the MAT program
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.
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AT 639G - Athletic Training Clinical 3
This course provides students the opportunity to utilize and apply their classroom knowledge and skills in a practical/hands-on setting. This experience will take place at Truman State University approved clinical sites. Students will be assessed on their knowledge and skills from previous courses. Course content will include the Master’s research project.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the MAT program
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.
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AT 649G - Athletic Training Field Experience
This is a field experience course offering a full immersive experience in the athletic training field. Students complete four consecutive weeks of full immersion in the field utilizing the skills and knowledge they have learned from previous courses. The experience will occur at Truman State University approved clinical sites.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the MAT program, AT 636G , AT 650G , AT 622G
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.
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AT 650G - Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation Techniques
This course includes the study of the use of physical rehabilitation techniques for musculoskeletal injuries. Students acquire a scientific and physiological rationale, selection criteria, indications and contraindications of exercise, and return to activity guidelines. Techniques and skills provided in both classroom and lab experiences will address range of motion, strengthening, proprioception, cardiovascular fitness, and joint-specific protocols.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the MAT program
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.
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AT 655G - General Medical Conditions in Athletic Training
This course addresses general medical issues generally found in the field of athletic training. Emphasis is placed on the recognition and treatment of general medical conditions including dermatology, neurological disorders, pulmonary disease, respiratory infections, viral infections, autoimmune disorders, oncology, gastrointestinal conditions, and sexually transmitted infections. A lab portion will address proficiency with various diagnostic instruments including an ophthalmoscope, otoscope, and stethoscope.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the MAT program
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.
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AT 657G - Advanced Topics in Athletic Training II
This course provides students the opportunity to examine advanced issues that shape the athletic training profession through practical application and professional development. Students learn evidence based approaches to skills. Emphasis is placed on lab reports, interpreting imaging, and lifespan issues. Specific topics will vary depending on current issues affecting the athletic training profession.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the MAT program
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.
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AT 659G - Athletic Training Clinical 4
This course provides students the opportunity to utilize and apply their classroom knowledge in a practical/hands-on setting. This experience will take place at Truman State University approved clinical sites. Students will be assessed on their knowledge and skills from previous courses. Course content will include the Master’s research project.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the MAT program
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.
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AT 660G - Pharmacological Issues in Athletic Training
This course addresses the pharmacological issues of the physically active. Emphasis is placed on the various medications and pharmacological aspects used to treat common medical conditions.
Prerequisite:Enrolled in the MAT program
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.
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AT 663G - Athletic Training Seminar
This course is used to assess the student mastery of knowledge and skills in athletic training and invite self-assessment. The course utilizes a case study and exams that cover the athletic training domains and demonstrate interdisciplinary connections.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the MAT program
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.
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AT 665G - Psychology of Sport and Injury Rehabilitation
This course develops a basic understanding of injury and rehabilitation psychology and its applied application to a variety of physically active populations. Theoretical understanding of the psychological, social, and environmental mediators and moderators that influence injury susceptibility and adherence to rehabilitation is emphasized. Emphasis is placed on the basic assessment and intervention techniques to promote and facilitate adherence within the athletic training environment.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the MAT program
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.
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AT 667G - Master’s Research in Athletic Training
Students will design and execute a research project related to an athletic training topic. Students will present the research project at the University level.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the MAT program
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.
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AT 669G - Athletic Training Clinical 5
This course gives students the opportunity to apply their classroom knowledge and skills in a practical setting. This course assesses the competencies from all of the courses in the program. Students have a directed learning experience in the athletic training field. This experience will take place at Truman State University approved clinical sites. Content in this course will focus on the master’s research project.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in MAT program
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 100 - Biology
General theme is similarities in living systems as viewed at various levels - the genetic code, energy production, homeostasis, and adaptations for survival. The scientific method as a mode of inquiry is presented and used in laboratory investigations. (This course may not be used as biology elective by a biology major.)
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Scientific: Life Science Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
** 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 103 - General Botany
This course focuses on the biological aspects of the plant kingdom, ranging from the sub-cellular level to ecological roles. Structural and physiological adaptations, present and past diversity, reproduction, genetics and evolution, ecological interactions, and ethnobotany are explored, including laboratory investigations. (This course may not be used as a biology elective by a biology major.)
Credits: 4
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Scientific: Life Science Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
** 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 106 - General Zoology
This course treats the broad discipline of animal biology from various perspectives, including biochemistry, cell biology, organ systems and physiology, behavior, and ecology. Major adaptive trends among types of animals, as shaped by natural selection, are studied, including laboratory investigations. (This course may not be used as a biology elective by a biology major.)
Credits: 4
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Scientific: Life Science Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
** 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 107 - Introductory Biology I
This course presents the unifying concepts of biology with a focus on the nature and philosophy of biological science, evolution by natural selection and the central role of DNA in evolution. Cellular and molecular levels of organization are studied. Laboratory investigations are included. Required of all biology majors.
Credits: 4
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Scientific: Life Science Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
** 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 108 - Introductory Biology II
This course presents the unifying concepts of biology at the organism level of organization. The diversity of life is emphasized. Laboratory included. Required of all biology majors.
Prerequisite: BIOL 107 - Introductory Biology I .
Credits: 4
When Offered: (spring only)
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 145 - Freshman Biology Seminar
Selected topics. Biology Freshman Seminar is required for all biology majors during the fall semester of the freshman year. It includes an introduction to the biology program.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 150 - Honors Biology
General theme is similarities in living systems as viewed at various levels - the genetic code, energy production, homeostasis, and adaptations for survival. The scientific method as a mode of inquiry is presented and used in laboratory investigations. Additional topics are covered beyond what is addressed in BIOL 100 - Biology and selected topics may be covered in more detail than in BIOL 100 - Biology . (This course may not be used as a biology elective by a biology major.)
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Scientific: Life Science Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
** 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.
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BIOL 204 - Introductory Microbiology
The nature of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microscopic organisms applied to human economy and nature. Themes for the course include microscopy, cell structures and functions, metabolism, genetics, host defense, disease transmission, control of infectious disease, impacts of microbes on the environment, and discipline specific lab skills. Registration is restricted to nursing majors, however, other majors with permission of instructor may use unused seats. Includes laboratory that meets twice weekly and may include field trips. (May not be used as biology elective-unrestricted elective only).
Prerequisites: (BIOL 100 - Biology or BIOL 107 - Introductory Biology I ) and (CHEM 100 - Chemistry for Contemporary Living or CHEM 130 - Chemical Principles I ) and (MATH 156 - College Algebra or higher math course).
Credits: 4
When Offered: (spring only)
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 214 - Anatomy and Physiology I
First class in a two-semester sequence covering structure and function of the human body, using a systems approach. Laboratory component included. May not be used as a biology elective by biology majors.
Prerequisites: CHEM 100 - Chemistry for Contemporary Living and concurrent or previous enrollment in BIOL 100 - 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 215 - Anatomy and Physiology II
Second class in a two-semester sequence covering structure and function of the human body, using a systems approach. Laboratory component included. May not be used as a biology elective by biology majors.
Prerequisite: BIOL 214 - Anatomy and Physiology I .
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 265 - Reproductive Biology
This course covers the basics of the cellular and molecular biology of reproduction in plants and animals and covers major anatomical and histological aspects, gametogenesis, sperm journey and fertilization, hormonal control of reproduction, and how those hormones affect the reproductive organs and tissues.
Prerequisite: BIOL 107 - Introductory Biology I .
Credits: 3
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 301 - Introduction to Ecology
This course documents and seeks to explain patterns of distribution and abundance of organisms in the natural world. Required of all biology majors.
Prerequisites: BIOL 107 - Introductory Biology I and BIOL 108 - Introductory Biology II .
Credits: 4
When Offered: (fall 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 302 - Comparative Anatomy
The comparative morphology of vertebrates. Included are lectures on the evolution and function of organ systems and laboratories with dissections of representative vertebrates.
Credits: 5
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 304 - General Microbiology
The nature of microorganisms with an emphasis on bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Microscopy, cell structures and functions, metabolism, genetics, host defense, biological diversity, and environmental issues are investigated. Includes laboratory.
Prerequisites: and ( or ).
Credits: 4
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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BIOL 308 - Select Topics
An in-depth study of selected biological topics presented under formal classroom organization (not intended for individualized study). These 300-level courses are vetted and approved by the biology faculty, are viewed as experimental, and may or may not be approved for use as biology electives in the major (a decision made by the biology faculty when each course is approved). Students should consult with advisors and/or the department chair to know if such a course can be counted towards the major. May be repeated.
Credits: 1 to 4
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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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 320 - Homo sapiens: a biological perspective
Homo sapiens: a biological perspective focuses on how scientists try to understand evolutionary events and the processes responsible for them by focusing on our own species’ history. May not be used as a biology elective by biology majors.
Prerequisites: At least acquisition of 45 credits. The course is designed to accommodate primarily students in their last two years of undergraduate education. This is not a course for beginning students.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course fulfills the Life Science Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
*** This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 321 - Foundations of Genetics
An overview of transmission genetics, genomics, and the underlying molecular mechanisms that drive inheritance and production of traits. A particular focus will be on the interaction of the study of genetics with societal issues. May not be used as a biology elective by biology majors.
Prerequisites: BIOL 107 - Introductory Biology I and CHEM 130 - Chemical Principles I .
Credits: 3
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 514 - Applications in Conservation Biology and Management
Conservation biology and wildlife management involves the application of ideas to solving the problems that face species and natural systems. This course uses problem-based learning and scientific literature to study the ecology of small populations and threatened ecosystems to gain a better understanding of the complexities of preserving and managing biological diversity.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of STAT 190 or STAT 290 , BIOL 321 or BIOL 300 and completion or co-enrollment in BIOL 301 .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
*This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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BIOL 514G - Applications in Conservation Biology and Management
Conservation biology and wildlife management involves the application of ideas to solving the problems that face species and natural systems. This course uses problem-based learning and scientific literature to study the ecology of small populations and threatened ecosystems to gain a better understanding of the complexities of preserving and managing biological diversity.
Credits: 3
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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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