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A study of the general principles of biological science. Topics include the scientific method, structure of molecules, the origin of life, biology of the cell, energetics, reproduction and heredity, molecular genetics, and evolution.

This course seeks to provide an opportunity for students to become careful readers, critical thinkers, and skilled writers. Based on the premise that writing is more a ‘process’ than a ‘gift’, the course will introduce student writers to the strategies of effective writing and good writing habits. We will also analyze the writing styles of more experienced writers from across disciplines. This course will demand a great deal of inventing, writing, reading, critical thinking, collaborative work, and editing. The course will offer a platform where ideas will be generated, drafts composed and exchanged for feedback, and revisions made as needed.

A pre-calculus level algebra course. Topics include solving systems of equations that contain either two or three variables, adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing monomials and polynomials; factoring polynomials; simplifying rational expressions; and solving linear equations and inequality expressions that contain absolute values.

This course is a study of the language of medicine as it relates to all body systems. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of word roots, prefixes, suffixes and abbreviations. Terminology related to anatomy, physiology, laboratory, clinical procedures and pharmacology will be covered. Pronunciation and spelling will be emphasized.

A detailed introduction to the basic principles and theories of chemistry. Topics include: physical measurements, matter, atomic theory, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, thermochemistry, quantum theory, periodicity, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, and chemical solutions.

This course focuses on the structure, molecular biology, and physiology of eukaryotic cells. Students will continuously explore the relationship between structure and function throughout the course. Current literature and the scientific evidence supporting the concepts will be explored.

A course dedicated to the fundamentals of biochemistry with emphasis on physiologic and pathophysiologic biochemical concepts. This course explores the synthesis, function, and catabolism of the four biological macromolecules. Crucial functions of each of these organic biomolecules will be discussed along with specific pathological conditions that result from abnormal biochemistry.

An introduction to Statistics with modern applications to Sociology, Business, Economics, Ecology, Health Science and Psychology. Topics include: descriptive statistics, central tendency, percentile rank, Z-Scores, probability, probability distribution, correlation and regression analysis. (Fall and Spring Semesters)

The study of scientific principles of Microbiology emphasizing the isolation and identification of pathogenic organisms to man in areas of bacteriology, mycology, virology and parasitology. The culture, morphology, general physiology, immunology and applied aspects of the representative micro-organisms will be studied. Three lecture hours. (Fall, Spring and Summer Semesters)

An introduction to epidemiology, this course covers the principles and methods of epidemiologic investigation, including describing the patterns of illness in populations and research designs for investigating the etiology of disease. The course introduces quantitative measures to determine risk, association, and procedures for standardization of rates.

Cross-listed with SOC300. Credit will not be granted for both BIO300 and SOC300.

In this course, students receive an introduction to the concepts and procedures in data science. An overview of the data, questions, techniques, and tools that data analysts and data scientists work with is introduced and reviewed. This course provides a conceptual introduction to the ideas behind turning data into actionable knowledge and tools that will be used to analyze this data. The course will focus on the collection, organization, manipulation, assessment, analysis, and communication of data.

An introduction to common practices and methodologies of Biotechnology with an emphasis on scientific written and oral communication. Students receive hands-on experience using and maintaining laboratory instruments. Laboratory procedures include: solution preparation, aseptic technique, protein separations and assays, DNA electrophoresis, and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). Lectures support the laboratory activities.

Health Psychology examines how biological, psychological, and social factors interact with and affect the efforts people make in promoting good health and preventing illness. The course explores how effectively people cope with and reduce pain and the recovery, rehabilitation, and psychological adjustment of serious health problems. The course also focuses on the role of stress and certain lifestyle factors, such as smoking and weight control, as well as specific chronic illnesses such as cancer and heart disease. The course requires a research project.

This course provides students with an introduction to research methodologies from an interdisciplinary approach. Students will learn how to develop productive research questions while introducing them to the practical and ethical issues involved in a variety of research methodologies. The course also introduces students to useful strategies for searching for and evaluating relevant primary and secondary source materials in the library and online. Students develop a well-informed, rigorous, and realistic interdisciplinary research plan grounded in knowledge from their individual disciples.

This course is an introduction to the field of medical sociology. Its main thrust is on the sociological analysis of health or medical organizations and institutions. Another focus will include an examination of the social disparities in healthcare with respect to epidemiology and social status or age, sex, race, ethnicity, gender, and social class. The role of health professions in the United States will also be explored.

This course provides students with faculty-supervised, independent research experience addressing select topics in the biological sciences.

Senior capstone course. This seminar will include reading, discussion, and analysis of primary literature in diverse areas of biology. The course will allow students from the various tracks within biology to share perspectives and apply their knowledge to the analysis and solution of real-world biological problems. Guest seminars will be given by invited speakers who are prominent local, regional, or national professionals related to the biological sciences. Course topics will vary.