Biology Lab (BIOL)
Laboratory experience designed to re-enforce lecture materials in BIO 101. Primarily, the activities will involve the study of the basic principles in Biology including cell structures, metabolism, photosynthesis, genetics, etc. (F, S, Sum)
Laboratories will consist of demonstrations of lecture materials as well as films and outside speakers relative to each week¿s topic. Field trips will be planned when appropriate. (F, S, Sum)
Laboratory experiments designed to study the principles of metabolism, photosynthesis, genetics and other principles basic to biology. (F, S, Sum)
Laboratory exercise involving the basic structure of protozoans through chordates. Laboratory must be taken with lecture (BIO 115). (F, S, Sum)
Laboratory exercises pertaining to plant morphology, plant taxonomy, plant physiology, and lower and higher plants are conducted. Laboratory must be taken with the lecture. (F, S, Sum)
Designed to illustrate genetic principles through laboratory experiences. Studies on Drosophila and plant genetics are utilized. Must be taken with lecture.
Methods for isolating pathogenic bacteria and determining their significant properties. Laboratory must be taken with lecture. (F, S, Sum)
Laboratory designed to acquaint students with techniques for culturing and identifying bacteria and fungi. Must be taken with lecture. (F, S, Sum)
Designed to illustrate genetic principles through laboratory experiences. Studies on Drosophila and plant genetics are utilized. Must be taken with lecture. (F, S, Sum)
This course will cover the theory and practice of biochemical techniques commonly used in biochemical research. Basic techniques for the purification and/or analysis of biomolecules will include chromatographic, spectrophotometric, and electrophoretic methods of analysis as well as enzyme kinetics. (F, S, SUM)
Laboratory associated with pollution, energy, transportation, drugs, etc.
Laboratory activities to develop techniques for diet evaluation, qualitative and quantitative analyses of food for protein, carbohydrates, fat and mineral content. (F, S)
Laboratory exercises on relationships among ecosystems. Must be taken with lecture. (F, S)
Field trips, collection, preservation techniques, classification and identification of marine organisms with emphasis on structure of the marine environment. Must be taken with lecture. (F, S)
Experimentation to develop techniques for cell fractionation; introduction to spectrophotometry, electrophoresis and chromatography. (S)
Exercises studying the microanatomy of tissues and organ systems. Must be taken with BIO 441. (F, S, Sum)
This course provides an introduction to oceanographic gear, its application methodology and sampling techniques; field work in practical applications.
Use of instrumentation for diagnostic studies of normal physiological processes with reference to certain abnormal conditions. (F)