Biology

Human Anatomy and Physiology
Introduction to the organ systems of the human body, including the neuromuscular, skeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and digestive systems. The physiological mechanisms of adaptation to exercise are also considered.
BBI1510.20 / 4 credits
Lee Ehrman
Mon. & Wed., 6:30–10:05 p.m.
Session II: June 9–July 23
Natural Sciences Bldg., Rm. 1001

Human Physiology and Nutrition
Introduction to the human body, emphasizing general physiological processes. The body is studied from the viewpoint of homeostasis, concentrating on the relationship of food to the functioning living organism in health and disease. Topics of current interest, controversies, and myths are highlighted. BBI 1510 is not a prerequisite for BBI 1520.
BBI1520.20 / 4 credits
Lee Ehrman
Tues. & Thurs., 6:30–10:05 p.m.
Session II: June 10–July 24
Natural Sciences Bldg., Rm. 1001

General Biology I
Introduction to contemporary biology, covering cell structure and function, genetics, development, and molecular biology. General Biology I and II may be taken in either order. The optional lab is recommended for science majors and premed students.
BBI1550.60 (Intensive) / 4 credits
Tracy Schnorr (updated 5/19/08)
Mon.–Fri., 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Session III: June 9–July 3
Social Sciences Bldg., Rm. 1038 (room updated 6/03/08)  

General Biology I Lab
Lab exercises on cell organization, cell division, genetics, enzyme kinetics, photosynthesis, and development, and the use of light microscopes, spectrophotometer, and chromatography.
Corequisite: BBI1550.60
BBI1550.15 (Intensive) / 1 credit
Tracy Schnorr (5/19/08)
Mon.–Thurs., 1:00–3:50 p.m.
Session III: June 9–July 3
Natural Sciences Bldg., Rm. 0019

General Biology Intensives
To ensure space, interested students are advised to register for the second half (II) of the General Biology intensive at the same time as they register for the first half (I). Please note that General Biology I is not a prerequisite for General Biology II. Students enrolled in the General Biology intensives may not register for any other credit courses.

General Biology II
Introduction to contemporary biology, covering plant and animal morphology and physiology, ecology, behavior, and evolution. General Biology I and II may be taken in either order. The optional lab is recommended for science majors and premed students.
BBI1560.60 (Intensive) / 4 credits
Daniel Frare (updated 5/13/08)
Mon.–Fri., 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Session IV: July 7–31
Natural Sciences Bldg., Rm. 1059

General Biology II Lab
Vertebrate anatomy and physiology, and examination of selected plant and animal phyla through lab exercises, experiments, and field trips.
Corequisite: BBI1560.60
BBI1560.15 (Intensive) / 1 credit
Daniel Frare
Mon.–Thurs., 1:00–3:50 p.m.
Session IV: July 7–31
Natural Sciences Bldg., Rm. 0019

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Posted Feb. 20, 2008