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2013-2014 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Courses
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BIO 417 - Stream Biology and Monitoring.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 . (4)
The biology of stream algae, macrophytes and macroinvertebrates. Stream surveys involving habitat analysis and collection, identification and utilization of these organisms as measures of stream health versus degradation. Effects of habitat degradation and invasive species on the endangerment of endemic species in relation to stream reclamation and management.
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BIO 418 - Lectures in Histology and Organology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 ; concurrent election of BIO 419 . (3).
Microscopic structure and function of mammalian cells, tissues and organs. Lecture.
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BIO 419 - Histology and Organology Laboratory.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 ; concurrent election of BIO 418 ; or consent of instructor. (2).
Identification of mammalian cells, tissues and organs. Laboratory.
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BIO 420 - Invertebrate Biology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Functional morphology and biology of the major groups of invertebrate animals. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 421 - Mammalogy.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Study of the major groups of mammals; natural history, physiology, anatomy, and systematics of all living orders; North American mammals classified to family. Students are responsible for species identification from field and skull characters of most Michigan mammals. Lecture and laboratory. Laboratories in the field encompassing techniques commonly used in mammalogy; required trip to Detroit Zoo.
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BIO 422 - Principles of Horticulture.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Biology of horticultural plants including structure, metabolism, development, reproduction, and interaction with the horticultural environment. Includes identification, cultivation, propagation, and utilization of horticultural plants. Lecture and laboratory. Offered infrequently.
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BIO 423 - Wildlife Ecology and Management.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 . (4).
Application of basic ecological knowledge to populations of animals and their plant and animal associates. Dynamics of animal and plant populations and communities; management of animal populations (including introduced, game, non-game and endangered species) and ecosystems that support these populations; the need to balance the welfare of managed populations with the needs of people. Lecture and discussion.
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BIO 424 - Wetlands Management.
BIO 327 , consent of instructor. (5).
Applied course in biology covering applications of concepts, methods and techniques relating to wetlands. Relationships among soils, topography, vegetation and land use; environmental analysis and design of wetland mitigation sites. Lecture, laboratory, field trips.
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BIO 425 - Immunology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 ; or consent of instructor. (3).
Physiology and chemistry of resistance to infection and responses to foreign biological substances of a potentially harmful nature. Includes natural immunity, antigen-antibody reactions, immunosuppression and tolerance, the complement system, hypersensitivity, immune deficiencies, autoimmunity, and tumor immunology. Applications include serology.
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BIO 426 - Wildlife Policy and Law.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 , RPL 312 . GEO 372 recommended. (3).
Policy sciences approach to wildlife issues, such as ecology, “native” and introduced species, ex situ and in situ conservation, wildlife and ethnoscience, wildlife use and trade. Local policies; roles of parks, zoos, gardens and arboreta; state, federal and international laws and conventions. Lecture.
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BIO 428 - Basic Pharmacology.
BIO 326 with a C- or better; one of BIO 168 , BIO 432 with a grade of C- or better; or consent of instructor. (3).
Basic principles of pharmacology and concepts of cell biology and physiology useful to the field. Molecular pharmacology (receptor structure and activation, and signal transduction), autonomic pharmacology (how drugs act through the autonomic nervous system), and neuropharmacology (neurotransmitter networks and brain pathways, and the drugs that act specifically on synapses that control these pathways). Multiple-choice exams, writing assignments designed to improve critical writing skills. Multiple-choice exams, writing assignments designed to improve critical writing skills.
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BIO 431 - Comparative Animal Physiology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 ; or consent of instructor. (3).
Detailed comparative study of invertebrate and vertebrate physiology with special emphasis on environmental and energy interrelationships. Lecture.
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BIO 432 - Mammalian Physiology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Detailed study of organ and organ-system function in mammals; emphasis on human function. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 433 - Premedical Gross Anatomy.
BIO 167 , BIO 168 , with a grades of C+ (2.3) or better; or BIO 432 with a grade of C+ (2.3) or better; or consent of instructor. (6).
Detailed study of the gross structure of the human body. Laboratory involves cadaver dissection. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 434.
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BIO 435 - Microbiology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 . BIO 328 highly recommended. (4).
Biology of microorganisms with emphasis on prokaryotes and viruses. Lecture includes microbial anatomy, physiology, growth, genetics, control and medical aspects of host-parasite relationships. Lab work includes basic culture and identification techniques, medical and sanitary microbiology. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 436 - Applied and Environmental Microbiology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 , BIO 435 . (3).
Metabolic abilities of microorganisms as vital components of all ecosystems and their extreme economic importance to man. Includes environmental microbiology and elemental cycling; water and waste-water treatment; microbiodegradation and biotransformation of compounds; industrial fermentation of foods, chemicals, and antibiotics; and genetic engineering. Lecture.
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BIO 438 - Medical Microbiology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 435 ; CHM 261 , CHM 262 . (4).
Biology of medically significant prokaryotes. Morphology, growth characteristics, virulence factors, pathogenesis, and clinical presentation of bacterial diseases of major medical importance, as well as emerging pathogens. Host immune response, treatment, and prevention stressed. Laboratory exercises emphasize diagnostic techniques as well as virulence mechanisms. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 439 - Clinical Mycology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 ; at least junior standing. (3).
Study of the physiology, growth and classification of fungi, with emphasis on clinical application. Lecture/discussion.
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BIO 440 - Mycology Laboratory.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , and junior standing. (1).
Identification of fungi; experiments in physiology, nutrition, symbioses. Laboratory.
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BIO 443 - Limnology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; consent of instructor. (5).
Interactions of biotic communities with their physical and chemical environments examined in both natural and polluted lakes and streams. Lecture, lab, and field trips.
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BIO 444 - Neuroscience.
BIO 167 , BIO 168 with grades of C+ (2.3) or better, or BIO 432 with a grade of C+ (2.3) or better; or consent of instructor. (3).
Study of the structure and function of the human nervous system from ion channels to neural pathways. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 445 - Regional Anatomy.
BIO 168 , BIO 167 with grades of C+ (2.3) or better, or BIO 432 ; with a grade od C+ (2.3) or better, or consent of instructor. (3).
Study of regional human anatomy with emphasis on neurovascular relationships of the head, neck, thoracic cavity and limbs. Lecture and laboratory involving cadaver dissection.
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BIO 446 - Animal Behavior.
PSY 319 with a grade of C (2.0) or better, PSY 322 . (4).
Animal behavior studies through the use of comparative and ethological methods. Discussion of species-specific behaviors, ontogeny of behavior, motivation, perceptual processes, learning, social behavior, communication, and evolution. Lecture and laboratory. Offered infrequently.
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BIO 447 - Biomechanics of Exercise and Sports.
BIO 167 or BIO 407 and PHY 143 ; or consent of instructor. (2).
Concepts and theories of biomechanics of exercise science, with emphasis on biomechanical form and techniques used in exercise and sports. Labs involve physical participation in functionally relevant activities with the goal of enhancing both safety and performance. Suitable for professionals working in the fitness and certain health careers (e.g., athletic trainers, physical therapists, sports medicine practitioners, physicians).
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BIO 450 - Parasitology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Study of the major groups of parasitic protists and animals, with particular emphasis on those infecting humans and the higher vertebrates. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 453 - Evolution and Adaptation.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 , BIO 328 ; or consent of instructor. (4) CAP.
Fundamentals of plant and animal evolution. Includes genetics of populations, selection models, geographic variation, adaptation, population structure, mating systems, species concepts, and molecular evolution. Emphasis on evolutionary mechanisms in populations. Lecture, laboratory, and some Saturday field trips.
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BIO 455 - Biology, Ecology, and Management of Fishes.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 . (4).
Introduction to ichthyology. Anatomy, behavior, ecology, evolution and physiology of fishes; ecology and management concepts fishery managers use to meet objectives including sustainable management of fisheries. Laboratories on identification of fishes of Michigan and of the world, and basic analytic and modeling techniques for fish population management; field trips to local freshwater habitats for field identification and demonstration of collection techniques. Lecture, laboratory, some Saturday field trips.
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BIO 456 - Herpetology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 with a grades of C- or better. (4).
Aspects of taxonomy, evolution, morphology, anatomy, physiology, ecology, behavior and conservation for amphibians and reptiles; identification of families and selected species.
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BIO 460 - Conservation Biology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 . (4).
Examination of the principles underlying attempts to conserve biodiversity. Conservation values and ethics, global biodiversity, species conservation, community level conservation, and management and design of reserves. Lecture, laboratory, and some Saturday field trips.
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BIO 462 - Molecular Biology of Plants.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 ; or consent of instructor. BIO 464 recommended. (3).
Survey of the molecular biology of plants. Gene regulation in response to environmental conditions, coordinated regulation of nuclear and plasmid genes, transposons, control of plant development. Applications to agriculture and biotechnology, including the production and use of genetically modified crops. Lecture. May be taken with or without BIO 463 .
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BIO 463 - Molecular Biology of Plants Laboratory.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 ; prior or concurrent election of BIO 462 ; or consent of instructor. BIO 464 recommended. (1).
Cell and molecular biological techniques used to study gene expression in plants. May include isolation of chloroplasts, SDS-PAGE, PCR and various plant tissue culture techniques. Laboratory. Offered infrequently.
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BIO 464 - Plant Physiology Lecture.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , . (3).
Growth, development, and maintenance of higher plants by the interaction of metabolic and physical processes. Emphasis on how changes in gene and enzyme interaction at the cellular level affect the physiology of plants at the organismal level. Lecture. Offered infrequently.
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BIO 467 - Molecular Biology of Procaryotes.
BIO 113 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 , prior or concurrent election of BIO 435 , CHM 220 or CHM 330 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Survey of the molecular biology of procaryotic organisms. DNA replication, DNA repair and recombination, and mechanisms regulating gene expression at the transcriptional and post-transcriptional levels; the interaction of these processes in complex phenomena such as ribosome biosynthesis, cell division, and sporulation. Lecture and laboratory; laboratory focus on recombinant DNA methodologies.
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BIO 468 - Molecular Biology of Eucaryotes.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , , BIO 328 , BIO 435 ; CHM 220 or CHM 330 ; or consent of instructor. BIO 467 recommended. (4).
Survey of the molecular biology of eucaryotic organisms. DNA replication, DNA repair and recombination, DNA rearrangements, and mechanisms regulating gene expression; the interaction of these processes in complex phenomena such as signal transductinn, cell cycle control, cell differentiation, and cancer. Lecture and laboratory; laboratory includes mammalian cell culture and expression of cloned genes in mammalian cells.
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BIO 472 - Topics in Medical Genetics.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 328 . (4).
Basic medical genetic concepts and the role of genes in human disease processes and susceptibilities. Students learn to appreciate the high incidence and broad spectrum of human genetic diseases, learn the technique and grasp the importance of taking a family history, and understand procedures and tools used for diagnosing genetic diseases. Lecture and discussion.
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BIO 477 - Biology Senior Seminar.
Biology major, senior standing; or consent of instructor. (3) CAP.
Critical analysis of current biological research. Students learn to communicate biological concepts to other scientists and to the public using written (papers and posters) and oral (presentation) formats.
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BIO 480 - Field Biology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; consent of instructor. (5).
Studies of individuals, populations and communities of the Great Lakes area with emphasis on field identification of vascular plants, amphibians, reptiles and birds. Organismal adaptations, habitat preferences, behavior, life history and biotic interactions; introduction to the biology/ecology of amphibians and reptiles. Classes consist of day-long field trips, one evening field experience and a term-ending week-long field excursion to Michigan’s upper peninsula.
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BIO 481 - Field Studies in Biology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , ; consent of instructor. (4).
Lectures on, and individual study of, the flora, fauna, and geology of a selected area of the country, culminating in a field trip to that region. Each student is given a special problem to investigate. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 483 - Special Topics.
Consent of instructor. (1-4).
In-depth examination of selected topics of special interest to biologists. Course content, format and prerequisites vary with the topic presented. Lecture.
May be reelected for credit.
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BIO 484 - Biology of Birds.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 ; BIO 327 or equivalent; consent of instructor. (5).
Introduction to ornithology with emphasis on field identification of the birds of southern Michigan. Field trips to a variety of habitats in the region. Laboratory study of morphology; additional identification using 35 mm slides and recorded bird songs. Lectures and readings on aspects of the anatomy, physiology, evolution, ecology and behavior of birds.
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BIO 485 - Pathology.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 432 . (3).
Human structural and functional disorders, mechanisms by which they arise, and systemic effects.
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BIO 488 - Systematic Botany.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Identification, classification, and phylogeny of vascular plants. Includes nomenclature, principles of systematics, contemporary methods, sources of systematic evidence, collection techniques, and historical review of plant classification systems. Field trips. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 490 - Co-op Experience.
Two 300-level or higher BIO courses; consent of chair and an additional BIO faculty member. (2).
Biology-oriented workplace experience. Each student works with a faculty advisor who supervises the co-op experience and creates a written report and oral presentation or poster session of research activities. Combined credit for BIO 490 and BIO 491 may not exceed 6 credits. Not open to students in the Honors Program in Biology. May be reelected to a total of 6 credits when experiences vary.
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BIO 491 - Independent Study.
Consent of instructor. (1-4).
Individual work for qualified students involving search of original sources in the literature, preparation of abstracts, and examination of material. Problems may involve special techniques, field problems, and morphological or physiological studies. Combined credit for BIO 490 and 491 may not exceed 6 credits. May be reelected to a total of 4 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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BIO 492 - Teaching Practicum in Biology.
Completion of biology core curriculum (BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 327 , BIO 328 ); consent of supervising instructor. (1-2).
Teaching experience in a supervised college laboratory or field setting. Students are assigned to a specific course, based on interest and experience. Involves supervision of one or two lab sections per week, lab preparation, and participation in weekly discussion sessions. May be reelected to a total of 2 credits.
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BIO 494 - Honors Independent Research.
Consent of Department Chair. Open only to Honors Program students in biology. (1).
Specific research to pilot the experiments to be performed during student’s program of off-campus research. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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BIO 495 - Honors Thesis I.
BIO 494 ; consent of Department Chair. Open only to Honors Program students in biology. (4).
Credit and grade for BIO 495 are not given until successful completion of BIO 496 . Graded ABCDE/Y.
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BIO 496 - Honors Thesis II.
Prior or concurrent election of BIO 495 ; consent of Department Chair. Open only to Honors Program students in biology. (4).
Graded ABCDE/Y.
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BIO 500 - Marine Biology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 . (3).
Introduction to chemical and physical oceanography and study of the biology of marine organisms in several marine ecosystems. Examination of the history of marine biological exploration, human exploitation and pollution.
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BIO 501 - Current Topics in Cellular and Molecular Biology.
Admission to the graduate program in biology. (4).
Survey, review and presentation of recently developed information, concepts, techniques and methods in cellular and molecular biology. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 502 - Current Topics in Organismal Biology.
Admission to the graduate program in biology. (4).
Survey, review, presentation and discussion of recently developed information, concepts, techniques and methods in the biology of whole organisms. May involve detailed study of a limited taxonomic group of organisms. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 503 - Current Topics in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology.
Admission to the graduate program in biology. (4).
Survey, review and presentation of recently developed information, concepts, techniques and methods in ecology and evolutionary biology. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 504 - Biostatistics.
Strong preparation in high school or college algebra, eight credits of biology, graduate standing. (4).
Analysis of quantitative data from biological sources, using basic statistical procedures to elucidate biological phenomena. Mathematical derivations and probabilistic theory not stressed; emphasis on the selection and interpretation of statistical tests commonly used by biologists. Prior knowledge of statistics not necessary. Lecture and discussion. Not open to students with credit for BIO 301 /PHS 302 or its equivalent.
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BIO 507 - Human Macroscopic Anatomy.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Detailed study of the macroscopic structure of the human body, following a systems approach to the study of human anatomy. Laboratory involves the study of anatomical models and cadaver specimens. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 407 .
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BIO 508 - Comparative Anatomy.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Evolutionary and developmental aspects of the gross structure of representative chordate animals. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 408 .
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BIO 517 - Stream Biology and Monitoring.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , , BIO 327 . (4).
The biology of stream algae, macrophytes and macroinvertebrates. Stream surveys involving habitat analysis and collection, identification and utilization of these organisms as measures of stream health versus degradation. Effects of habitat degradation and invasive species on the endangerment of endemic species in relation to stream reclamation and management.
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BIO 518 - Lectures in Histology and Organology.
Admission into the professional program in physical therapy; graduate standing; or consent of instructor. (3).
Microscopic structure and function of mammalian cells, tissues, and organs. Lecture. Not open to students with credit for BIO 418 .
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BIO 519 - Histology and Organology Laboratory.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , concurrent election of BIO 518 ; or consent of instructor. (2).
Identification of mammalian cells, tissues, and organs. Laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 419 .
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BIO 520 - Invertebrate Biology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Functional morphology and biology of the major groups of invertebrate animals. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 420 .
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BIO 521 - Mammalogy.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Study of the major groups of mammals; natural history, physiology, anatomy, and systematics of all living orders; North American mammals classified to family. Students are responsible for species identification from field and skull characters of most Michigan mammals. Labs in the field encompassing techniques commonly used in mammalogy; required trip to Detroit Zoo. Not open to students with credit for BIO 421 .
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BIO 523 - Wildlife Ecology and Management.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 . (4).
Application of basic ecological knowledge to populations of animals and their plant and animal associates. Topics include dynamics of animal and plant populations and communities; management of animal populations (including introduced, game, non-game and endangered species) and ecosystems that support these populations; the need to balance the welfare of the managed populations with the needs of people. Lecture and discussion. Not open to students with credit for BIO 423 .
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BIO 524 - Wetlands Management.
Graduate standing, BIO 327 , and consent of instructor. (5).
Applied course in biology covering applications of concepts, methods and techniques relating to wetlands. Relationships among soils, topography, vegetation and land use; environmental analysis and design of wetland mitigation sites. Lecture, lab, field trips. Not open to students with credit for BIO 424 .
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BIO 526 - Wildlife Policy and Law.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 , RPL 312 , GEO 372 recommended. (3).
Policy sciences approach to wildlife issues, such as ecology, “native” and introduced species, ex situ and in situ conservation, wildlife and ethnoscience, wildlife use and trade. Local policies; roles of parks, zoos, gardens and arboreta; state, federal and international laws and conventions. Lecture. Not open to students with credit for BIO 426 .
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BIO 528 - Basic Pharmacology.
Graduate standing; BIO 326 with a grade of C- (1.7) or better; one of BIO 168 , BIO 432 , BIO 532 with a grade of C- (1.7) or better; or consent of instructor. (3).
Basic principles of pharmacology and concepts of cell biology and physiology useful to the field. Molecular pharmacology (receptor structure and activation, and signal transduction), autonomic pharmacology (how drugs act through the autonomic nervous system), and neuropharmacology (neurotransmitter networks and brain pathways, and the drugs that act specifically on synapses that control these pathways). Multiple-choice exams, writing assignments designed to improve critical writing skills. Not open to students with credit for BIO 428 .
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BIO 531 - Comparative Animal Physiology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 ; or consent of instructor. (3).
Detailed comparative study of invertebrate and vertebrate physiology with special emphasis on environmental and energy interrelationships. Lecture. Not open to students with credit for BIO 431 .
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BIO 532 - Mammalian Physiology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Detailed study of organ and organ-system function in mammals; emphasis on human function. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 432 .
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BIO 533 - Premedical Gross Anatomy.
Graduate standing; BIO 167 , BIO 168 with grades of C+ (2.3) or better; or BIO 432 with a grade of C+ (2.3) or better, or BIO 532 with a grade of B (5.0) or better; or consent of instructor. (6).
Detailed study of the gross structure of the human body. Lecture and laboratory involving cadaver dissection. Not open to students with credit for BIO 433 or BIO 434 or BIO 534 .
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BIO 534 - Human Anatomy.
Admission to the doctoral program in physical therapy. (6).
Detailed study of the gross structure of the human body. Also includes basic neuroscience topics ranging from ion channels and synaptic transmission to major neurological pathways and clinical correlations. Lecture and laboratory involving cadaver dissection.
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BIO 537 - Mycology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 . BIO 435 recommended. (4).
Introduction to the kingdom Fungi. Fungal physiology, growth, classification, and genetics. Role of fungi in the environment and their importance to man in causing some problems and solving others. Lab required for graduate credit. Offered infrequently.
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BIO 539 - Clinical Mycology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 . (3).
Study of the physiology, growth and classification of fungi, with emphasis on clinical application. Not open to students with credit for BIO 439 . Lecture/discussion.
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BIO 540 - Mycology Laboratory.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 . (1).
Identification of fungi; experiments in physiology, nutrition, symbioses. Laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 440 .
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BIO 541 - Renal Physiology.
Admission to the graduate program in anesthesia or consent of instructor. (1).
Detailed study of renal physiology as a foundation course for nurse anesthesia students. Lecture. Also listed as ANE 541 .
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BIO 542 - Endocrine Physiology.
Admission to the graduate program in anesthesia. (1).
Detailed study of the anatomy, physiology and major diseases of the endocrine system of the human. Assessment of function, description of major clinical manifestations and effects of the anesthetic process on the endocrine hypothalamus, pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal and pancreas. Lecture. Also listed as ANE 542 .
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BIO 543 - Limnology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 327 ; consent of instructor. (5).
Interactions of biotic communities with their physical and chemical environments examined in both natural and polluted lakes and streams. Lecture, lab, field trips. Not open to students with credit for BIO 443 .
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BIO 544 - Neuroscience.
Graduate standing; BIO BIO 167 & BIO 168 with grades of C+ (2.3) or better, or BIO 432 with a grade of C+ (2.3) or better; or consent of instructor. (3).
Study of the structure and function of the human nervous system from ion channels to neural pathways. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 545 - Regional Anatomy.
Graduate standing; BIO 167 , BIO 168 with grades of C+ (2.3) or better, or BIO 432 with grade of C+ (2.3) or better, or BIO 532 with grade of B (5.0) or better, or consent of instructor. (3).
Study of regional human anatomy with emphasis on neurovascular relationships of the head, neck, thoracic cavity and limbs. Lecture and laboratory involving cadaver dissection. Not open to student with credit for BIO 445 .
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BIO 547 - Biomechanics of Exercise and Sports.
Graduate standing, BIO 167 or BIO 407 or BIO 507 or BIO 534 , and PHY 143 ; or consent of instructor. (2).
Concepts and theories of biomechanics of exercise science, with emphasis on biomechanical form and techniques used in exercise and sports. Labs involve physical participation in functionally relevant activities with the goal of enhancing both safety and performance. Suitable for professionals working in the fitness and certain health careers (e.g., athletic trainers, physical therapists, sports medicine practitioners, physicians). Not open to students with credit for BIO 447 .
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BIO 550 - Parasitology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Study of the major groups of parasitic protists and animals, with particular emphasis on those infecting man and the higher vertebrates. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 450 .
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BIO 553 - Evolution and Adaptation.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 327 , BIO 328 . (4).
Fundamentals of plan and animal evolution. Genetics of populations, selection models, geographic variation, adaptation, population structure, mating systems, species concepts, and molecular evolution. Emphasis on evolutionary mechanisms in populations. Lecture, laboratory, and some Saturday field trips. Not open to students with credit for BIO 453 .
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BIO 555 - Biology, Ecology, and Management of Fishes.
BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 . (4).
Introduction to ichthyology. Anatomy, behavior, ecology, evolution and physiology of fishes; ecology and management concepts fishery managers use to meet objectives including sustainable management of fisheries. Laboratories on identification of fishes of Michigan and of the world, and basic analytic and modeling techniques for fish population management; field trips to local freshwater habitats for field identification and demonstration of collection techniques. Not open to students with credit for BIO 455 . Lecture, laboratory, some Saturday field trips.
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BIO 556 - Herpetology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , and BIO 327 with a grade of C- or better, or consent of instructor. (4).
Aspects of taxonomy, evolution, morphology, anatomy, physiology, ecology, behavior and conservation for amphibians and reptiles; identification of families and selected species.Not open to students with credit for BIO 456 .
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BIO 560 - Conservation Biology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 . (4).
Examination of the principles underlying attempts to conserve biodiversity. Conservation values and ethics, global biodiversity, species conservation, community level conservation, and management and design of reserves. Lecture, laboratory and some Saturday field trips. Not open to students with credit for BIO 460 .
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BIO 562 - Molecular Biology of Plants.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 ; concurrent election of BIO 563 ; or consent of instructor BIO 464 recommended. (3).
Survey of the molecular biology of plants. Gene regulation in response to environmental conditions, coordinated regulation of nuclear and plasmid genes, transposons, control of plant development. Applications to agriculture and biotechnology, including the production and use of genetically modified crops. Lecture. Not open to students with credit for BIO 462 .
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BIO 563 - Molecular Biology of Plants Laboratory.
Graduate standing;BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 ; concurrent election of BIO 562 ; or consent of instructor. BIO 464 recommended. (1).
Cell and molecular biological techniques used to study gene expression in plants. May include isolation of chloroplasts, SDS-PAGE, PCR and various plant tissue culture techniques. Laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 463 . Offered infrequently.
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BIO 567 - Molecular Biology of Procaryotes.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 ; prior or concurrent enrollment in BIO 435 ; CHM 220 or CHM 330 ; consent of instructor. (4).
Survey of the molecular biology of procaryotic organisms. DNA replication, DNA repair and recombination, and mechanisms regulating gene expression at the transcriptional and post-transcriptional levels; the interaction of these processes in complex phenomena such as ribosome biosynthesis, cell division, and sporulation. Lecture and laboratory; laboratory focus on recombinant DNA methodologies. Not open to students with credit for BIO 467 .
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BIO 568 - Molecular Biology of Eucaryotes.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 , BIO 435 ; CHM 220 or CHM 330 ; consent of instructor. (4).
Survey of the molecular biology of eucaryotic organisms. DNA replication, DNA repair and recombination, DNA rearrangements, and mechanisms regulating gene expression; the interaction of these processes in complex phenomena such as single transduction, cell cycle control, cell differentiation, and cancer. Laboratory includes mammalian cell culture and expression of cloned genes in mammalian cells. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 468 .
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BIO 572 - Topics in Medical Genetics.
Graduate standing, BIO 326 , BIO 328 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Basic medical genetic concepts and the role of genes in human disease processes and susceptibilities. Students learn to appreciate the high incidence and broad spectrum of human genetic diseases, learn the technique and grasp the importance of taking a family history, and understand procedures and tools used for diagnosing genetic diseases.
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BIO 580 - Field Biology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; consent of instructor. (5).
Studies of individuals, populations and communities of the Great Lakes area with emphasis on field identification of vascular plants, amphibians, reptiles and birds. Organismal adaptations, habitat preferences, behavior, life history and biotic interactions; introduction to the biology/ecology of amphibians and reptiles. Classes consist of day-long field trips, one evening field experience and a term-ending week-long field excursion to Michigan’s upper peninsula. Not open to students with credit for BIO 480 .
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BIO 581 - Field Studies in Biology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 327 ; consent of instructor. (4).
Lectures on, and individual study of, the flora, fauna, and geology of a selected area of the country, culminating in a field trip to that region. Each student is given a special problem to investigate. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 481 .
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BIO 583 - Special Topics.
Graduate standing; consent of instructor. (1-4).
In-depth examination of selected topics of special interest to biologists. Course content, format and prerequisites vary with the topic presented. Additional work required. May be reelected to a total of 4 credits.
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BIO 584 - Biology of Birds.
Graduate standing; consent of instructor. (5).
Introduction to ornithology with emphasis on field identification of the birds of southern Michigan. Field trips to a variety of habitats in the region. Laboratory study of morphology; additional identification using 35 mm slides and recorded bird songs. Lectures and readings on aspects of the anatomy, physiology, evolution, ecology and behavior of birds. Not open to students with credit for BIO 484 .
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BIO 585 - Pathology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 432 . (3).
Human structural and functional disorders, mechanisms by which they arise, and systemic effects. Not open to students with credit for BIO 485 .
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BIO 588 - Systematic Botany.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Identification, classification and phylogeny of vascular plants. Nomenclature, principles of systematics, contemporary methods, sources of systematic evidence, collection techniques, and historical review of plant classification systems. Field trips. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 488 .
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BIO 596 - Seminar.
Admission to the graduate program in biology. (1).
Presentations by UM-Flint or visiting faculty and by graduate students on proposed, ongoing, or completed research. Presentations may be focused on a limited area of biological science. Lecture and discussion.
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BIO 597 - Non-Thesis Research.
Admission to the graduate program in biology; consent of instructor. (1-2).
Independent study for graduate students. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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BIO 598 - Graduate Thesis.
Admission to the graduate program in biology; consent of instructor. (1).
Independent study for graduate students. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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BIO 599 - Thesis Research.
Admission to the graduate program in biology, consent of instructor. (1-5).
Independent study for graduate students in Plan A option (5 credits required). May be reelected to a total of 5 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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BUS 110 - Business Concepts and Careers.
(3).
Comprehensive overview of basic business concepts and business protocol. Foundations of general business managements, human resources management, operations management, marketing, accounting, finance and their interdependent nature. Job search techniques, writing resumes, job interviewing, establishing interpersonal relationships. Introduction to UM-F services including the library, Academic Advising and Career Center, computer labs and services, Recreation Center and Student Services.
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BUS 115 - Introduction to Business Applications.
(3) T.
Focus on development of skills in the use of business technology, including spreadsheets, database management and presentation software; financial computing; web-based business data sources and their ethical use.
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BUS 201 - Principles of Financial Accounting.
MTH 111 , at least sophomore standing. (3).
Introduction to the utilization of an accounting system to generate financial statements. Emphasis on interpreting and using the information reported in the financial statements to understand and evaluate the financial results and position of an entity. Foundation course for students planning to do further work in accounting; survey course for others.
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