Course Descriptions:

BIMS1300 Introduction to Scientifi c Research (1-1-3). Prerequisites:None. This is a required course for the B.S. in Biomedical Sciencemajor. This course satisfi es the general education requirement
for Critical Reasoning. An introduction to the process of
science, its literature, and its opportunities. Lecture portion
considers the nature of science through a critical review of its
literature - historical and current - to provide context for how
science is undertaken and reported. Seminar portion provides
exposure to breaking news and emerging issues in science.
Activities may include guest speakers, fi eld trips. Laboratory
focus is on critical thought for designing and conducting effective
research, using research literature and student-designed
projects. (Fall)

BIMS 4120 Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory (0-3). Prerequisites:Completion of (or concurrent enrollment in) BIOL 4320, or
permission of instructor. This is a required course for the B.S. in
Biomedical Science and Biochemistry majors. An introduction
to basic laboratory techniques used for the study of cells,
organelles, and molecules. Methods will be taught through
experimental approaches, culminating in the reporting of the
fi ndings in a scientifi c format. (Fall)

BIMS 4000 Junior Exam (0-0). Prerequisites: Junior standing.
This is a required course for the B.S. in Biomedical Science
major. BIMS majors are required to pass basic knowledge tests
over foundational principles of biology to qualify for advanced
projects upon entrance into BIMS 4201 BIMS Senior Capstone.
Tests may be taken repeatedly until satisfactory scores are
achieved. This course is pass/fail. (Fall, Spring)

BIMS 4201 BIMS Capstone Experience (1-3). Prerequisites: Senior
standing and completion of BIMS 4250 and BIMS 4000, or approval
of the dean. This course is required for the B.S. in Biomedical
Science major. Participation in a capstone experience
in the biological sciences, which integrates knowledge from
course work and culminates in observations, data handling, and
analysis to be used for completing a writing assignment in BIOL
4101. Capstone experiences may consist of original research,
experience obtained in internships, summer research experiences,
or other appropriate activities. (Fall, Spring)

BIMS 4250 Advanced Bioscience Laboratory (0-6). Prerequisites:
BIOL 4320 and BIMS 4120, or permission of instructor. This is a
required course for the B.S. in Biomedical Science major. An
introduction to advanced techniques for the study of cells and
molecules, building upon the techniques learned in BIMS 4120.
Focus will be on nucleic acids. Methods will be taught through
experimental approaches, culminating in the reporting of the
fi ndings in a scientifi c format and defended before program
faculty. (Spring)

BIOL1301 Biology of Unicellular Organisms (3-0)
Prerequisites: None.
An introductory level course intended to familiarize students
with the nature of cells and the diversity, heredity, physiology,
ecology, and evolution of unicellular organisms. This course
is required for the Biology, Biomedical Science, Biochemistry,
and Life Science majors. Biomedical Sciences majors are
required to take BIMS 1101 Biology of Unicellular Organisms
Laboratory. (Fall, Spring)

BIOL 1401 Principles of Biology (3-3) Prerequisites: none.
Designedas a course for general education credit in Natural Science for
non-majors. An introduction to the fundamental principles and
processes of life, including the diversity of life, the nature of
cells, the principles of heredity basic, organismal physiology,
evolution, and the interdependence of life. (Fall, Spring)

BIOL 1402 Biology of Plants (3-3) Prerequisite: None. Designed for
Biology and Life Science majors, and Biology minor. A beginning
course in botany emphasizing plant cells and tissues,
development, genetics, physiology, and evolution. The life
cycles and major phyla of algae and green plants discussed in
the ecological and phylogenetic framework. (Fall)

BIOL 1403 Biology of Animals (3-3) Prerequisite: None. Designed for
Biology and Life Science majors, and Biology minor. A beginning
course in zoology emphasizing animal cells and tissues, development,
genetics, physiology, and evolution. The major phyla of
animals are used as examples. (Spring)

BIOL 2110 Environmental Seminar (1-0). Prerequisites: BIOL 1402
and BIOL 1403. This is a required course for the Biology major.
A course designed to discuss and explore current & classical
issues in environmental biology. Topics covered may include
the biodiversity crisis, the ethics of habitat management &
protection, global warming, conservation biology & wildlife management,
pollution and sustainable resource management.
(Spring)

BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I (3-3) Prerequisites: none. Credit will not count toward the Biology or Biomedical Science majors,
but this course is required for degrees in Nursing, Exercise Science
& Human Performance, and Life Sciences, and for students
pursuing athletic trainer certifi cation. A study of cells,
tissues, and cellular processes of the human body, as well as
the structure and function of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular,
nervous, and endocrine systems. Laboratory emphasis on
skeletal and muscular systems. (Fall)

BIOL 2402 Anatomy and Physiology II (3-3) Prerequisite: BIOL 2401 or permission of the instructor. Credit will not count toward the
Biology or Biomedical Science majors, but this course is
required for degrees in Nursing, Exercise Science & Human
Performance, and Life Sciences. A study of the structure and
function of the digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic,
urinary, and reproductive systems of the human body. Laboratory
emphasis on physiology of organ systems. (Spring)

BIOL 3410 Microbiology (3-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 2402 or BIOL 1301,
and (CHEM 1405 and CHEM 1406), or (CHEM 1410 and CHEM
1420). This is a required course for majors in Biomedical Science,
Life Sciences, and Nursing. An introduction to the
morphology, physiology, genetics, growth, pathogenicity, and
control of microbes, and also immunological interactions between
microbes and man. (Fall, Spring)

BIOL 3430 Human Physiology (3-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 and either
(BIOL 3410 or BIOL 3460) or (BIOL 1403 and BIOL 3440) or
(BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402). Designed for majors and minors.
A study of the function and chemistry of organ systems of the
human body using experimental approaches and computer
simulations. (Spring)

BIOL 3440 Comparative Anatomy (3-3). Prerequisites: BIOL 1301 and CHEM 1420, and sophomore standing. Designed for Biology
and Life Science majors, and Biology minors. A comparative
study of the anatomy and phylogeny of the vertebrate organ
systems. (Fall)

BIOL 3460 Genetics (3-3) Prerequisite: BIOL 1301, 1402 or 1403, and 8 hours of Chemistry. Designed for Biology and Life Science
majors, and Biology minors. A study of genes and their action.
This course incorporates both classical Mendelian and molecular
genetics. (Fall)

BIOL 4101 Biological Literature (1-0). Prerequisites: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, BIOL 4201 or BIMS 4201. An introduction
to current research and literature in the biological
sciences, with a focus on the skills required to read and write
scientifi c literature. Topics will include the various levels and
styles of scientifi c writing, ethical conduct in science communication,
and the methods and skills required for preparing effective
oral, poster, and paper presentations of a scientifi c nature.
(Fall, Spring)

BIOL 4201 Capstone Experience (1-3). Prerequisites: Senior
standing and completion of the major requirements for the biology
degree, or approval of the dean. This course is required for
the B.S. in Biology and B.S. in Life Science majors. Participation
in a capstone experience in the biological sciences, which
integrates knowledge from course work and culminates in
observations, data, and analysis to be used for completing a
writing assignment in BIOL 4101. Capstone experiences may
consist of original research, internships, summer research experiences,
science pedagogy research, or other appropriate activities.
(Fall, Spring)

4310 Immunology (3-0) Prerequisite: BIOL 3410. Designed for
Biology and Life Science majors, and Biology minors. A study of
the basic principles of resistance to disease by cellular and
humoral mechanisms of immunity. Included are antigen-antibody
interactions, transplantation immunity, hypersensitivity,
immunologic-techniques, and relationship of disease to the immune
response. (As needed)

4320 Molecular and Cellular Biology (3-0) Prerequisites: BIOL
3410 or BIOL 3460, and CHEM 3410, 3420. This is a required
course for the B.S. in Biomedical Science and Biochemistry
majors. A study of biology at the cellular and molecular level.
Topics drawn from the anatomy and physiology of eukaryotic
cells, gene expression and regulation, energy transformation,
organelle function and biosynthesis, growth and division,
intracellular transport, cell signaling, and the development of
tissues and multicellular organisms. (Fall)

BIOL 4340 Biology Field Studies Prerequisites: 7 hours of BIOL and
permission of instructor. Designed for Biology and Life Science
majors, and Biology minors. A study of the fl ora, fauna, landforms,
and ecology of selected sites primarily in the southwest
and Mexico. Classroom studies and an extended fi eld trip offers
opportunities to view plants and wildlife in natural settings.
(As needed)

BIOL 4360 Evolution (3-0). Prerequisites: Biol 3460. This course is
designed to introduce and explore one of the fundamental principles
in biology - evolution. Topics deal with the genesis of
evolutionary thought, the processes by which natural populations
evolve, and the methods that have been used to investigate
evolutionary hypotheses. (Fall odd years)

BIOL 4430 Ecology (3-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1301, 1402, 1403. Designed for Biology and Life Science majors, and Biology minors.
Qualitative and quantitative studies of the interrelationships
existing between plants and animals and their environments.
Laboratory work involves fi eld collections, data analyses, and
studies of plants and animals in different ecosystems. Field trip
required. (Spring)

BIOL 4450 Advanced Botany (3-3) Prerequisite: BIOL 1402. Designed for Biology and Life Science majors, and Biology minors. A
study of major botanical fi elds with an emphasis on fl owering
plants. Topics included are plant taxonomy, plant anatomy,
growth and development, evolution, and economic botany. This
course is taught as a combination lecture and laboratory course.
(Spring odd years)

BIOL 4X91 Advanced Topics in Botany (3-0/3). Prerequisites: BIOL
1402. This course is designed to discuss and explore specialized
topics in botany. Potential courses include plan taxonomy,
plant physiology, medicinal plants, and other specialized
courses. (As needed)

BIOL 4X92 Advanced Topics in Zoology (3-0/3). Prerequisites: BIOL
1403. This course is designed to discuss and explore specialized
topics in botany. Potential courses include entomology,
invertebrate biology, mammalogy, ornithology, and other specialized
courses. (As needed)

BIOL 4X95 Independent Studies. Prerequisites: permission of instructor. Designed for majors. A study program or research arranged
between an advanced student and an instructor to provide
intensive study or investigation in a particular area of interest.
The course includes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the student,
ways of attaining those goals, a schedule of frequent
consultation, and means of measuring progress. (As needed)

BIOL 4X96* Biology Honors Tutorial. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Designed for Biology Honors participants. This course
provides opportunities for investigations related to an upperlevel
biology course (with current enrollment) or as a separate
independent study. This course may be repeated. (As needed)

BIOL 4X97* Biology Honors Research. Prerequisite: Permission of
instructor. Designed for Biology Honors participants. This
course provides an opportunity to pursue a research topic
under the direction of a biology faculty member, resulting in a
fi nal presentation to an appropriate audience. (as needed)

BIOL XX99 Special Topics. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Designed for majors. A course of study offered occasionally to
groups of students to broaden department curriculum, to meet
student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated
for credit when topics vary. (As needed)