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Term: Spring 2019

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BIO 100 - Principles Of Biology: Introduces basic principles and concepts of biology. Methods of scientific inquiry and behavior of matter and energy in biological systems are explored. Not available for credit in the major or minor. Letter grade only.
BIO 100L - Principles Of Biology Lab: Investigates examples of life, with focus on our understanding of evolution, environment, heredity, body form, and function. Not available for credit in the major or minor. 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Corequisite: BIO 100.
BIO 154 - The Art And Science Of Human Movement: Introduces the study of human exercise and provides a broad-based understanding of applications of human movement to health and science. Letter grade only.
BIO 171 - Skills For Success In Science: Tools and strategies for succeeding in the university culture and introductory science courses. Designed for students entering science courses of intellectual inquiry. In-depth study of a substantive problem. Instructor consent required. Letter grade only.
BIO 181 - Unity Of Life I: Life Of The Cell: Introductory course for biology majors. Emphasizes the unifying molecular and cellular principles of all life on earth. Letter grade only. Required course materials and ebook access will be billed to each student's LOUIE account after the add/drop deadline. Prerequisites: high school algebra, biology, and chemistry.
BIO 181H - Unity Of Life I: Life Of The Cell - Honors: Introductory course for biology majors. Emphasizes the unifying molecular and cellular principles of all life on earth. Letter grade only. Required course materials and ebook access will be billed to each student's LOUIE account after the add/drop deadline. Prerequisites: high school algebra, biology, and chemistry.
BIO 181L - Unity Of Life I Laboratory: Introduces experimental techniques in cellular and molecular biological sciences. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 181R - Unity Of Life I Recitation: Optional recitation section covering problem-solving techniques in biology. Not available for credit in the major or minor. Pass-fail only.
BIO 182 - Unity Of Life II: Lives Of Multicellular Organisms: Introductory course for biology majors. Emphasizes the unifying organismal principles of life on earth. Letter grade only.
BIO 182H - Unity Of Life II: Lives Of Multicellular Organisms - Honors: Introductory course for biology majors. Emphasizes the unifying organismal principles of life on earth. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 182L - Unity Of Life II Laboratory: Hands on experience with concepts introduced in BIO 182. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 192 - Introduction To Exercise Science: Overview of the biological basis of human movement and function, including health, disease, and human performance. Provides information on the subject matter, career opportunities, and current literature in exercise science. Letter grade only.
BIO 192H - Introduction To Exercise Science - Honors: Overview of the biological basis of human movement and function, including health, disease, and human performance. Provides information on the subject matter, career opportunities, and current literature in exercise science. Letter grade only.
BIO 199 - Special Topics: Foundations of intellectual inquiry. In-depth study of a substantive problem. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units. Letter grade only.
BIO 201 - Human Anatomy/Physiology I: Integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and sensory systems in health and disease. Letter grade only.
BIO 201L - Human Anatomy/Physiology I Lab: Examines histology and human organ systems including integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 201R - Human Anatomy & Physiology I Recitation: Optional recitation section to improve vocabulary, problem-solving, and study skills for Human Anatomy & Physiology I. Not available for credit in the major or minor. Pass-fail only.
BIO 202 - Human Anatomy/Physiology II: Body fluid, cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, urinary, reproductive, and endocrine systems in health and disease. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 202L - Human Anatomy/Physiology II Lab: Examines human organ systems including endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, respiratory, urinary, digestive, and reproductive. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 205 - Microbiology: Fundamental microbiology emphasizing structure and function of organisms, aspects of microbial diversity, pathogenic microorganisms, disease mechanisms and immune response. For students majoring in microbiology and those in the health professions. Recommended: CHM 130 or CHM 151. Letter grade only.
BIO 205H - Microbiology - Honors: Fundamental microbiology emphasizing structure and function of organisms, aspects of microbial diversity, pathogenic microorganisms, disease mechanisms and immune response. For students majoring in microbiology and those in the health professions. Recommended: CHM 130 or CHM 151. Letter grade only.
BIO 205L - Microbiology Lab: Examines the function of organisms, aspects of microbial diversity, pathogenic microorganisms, disease mechanisms and immune response. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 215 - Environmental Science For Hotel/Restaurant Managers: Environmental health issues that impact hotel/restaurant guests, staff and managers. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only.
BIO 221 - Lower Invertebrates: Surveys the "lower" invertebrate phyla using selected taxa to illustrate concepts in evolution, ecology, and behavior. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: (BIO 181 or BIO 181H) and BIO 182
BIO 222 - Higher Invertebrates: Surveys the "higher" invertebrate phyla using selected taxa to illustrate concepts in evolution, ecology, and behavior. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: (BIO 181 or BIO 181H) and BIO 182
BIO 223 - Vertebrate Zoology: Evolution, systematics, distribution, ecology, and primary adaptations of the major vertebrate groups. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: (BIO 181 or BIO 181H) and BIO 182
BIO 227 - Intertidal Invertebrates: Surveys invertebrate diversity in the northern Gulf of California, with emphasis on common living and fossil species. Includes a five-day field trip to Puerto Penasco, Mexico. Instructor's Consent. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: BIO 221 or BIO 222.
BIO 240 - Genetics And Evolution: Fundamental concepts of inheritance, including genetic and chromosomal character determination, and natural selection leading to population changes and speciation. Letter grade only.
BIO 240H - Genetics And Evolution - Honors: Fundamental concepts of inheritance, including genetic and chromosomal character determination, and natural selection leading to population changes and speciation. Letter grade only.
BIO 244 - Fundamental Evolutionary Biology: Fundamentals of evolutionary theory including natural selection, adaptation, species concepts and speciation, basics of phylogenetics and population genetics as well as patterns of diversification and extinction. Letter grade only.
BIO 284 - Botany: Surveys botanical principles from an evolutionary perspective, including cell biology, inheritance, development, ecological roles, reproduction, and classification. 3 hrs. lecture and 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 299 - Special Topics: In-depth study of an aspect, concept, or problem. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.
BIO 299H - Special Topics - Honors: In-depth study of an aspect, concept, or problem. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.
BIO 300 - Human Biology: Series of independent mini courses dealing with aspects of biology and human conditions. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 10 units. Each repeat must be a different topic than previously taken.
BIO 301 - Science, Religion And Reality: Important topics in today's world showing significant differences of opinion or beliefs contrasting with scientific evidence or contemporary practice, such as life's origin, beginning of an individual, sexual orientation, death. Letter grade only.
BIO 302 - Relevance Of Science: Crucial challenges, problems, or situations in today's world for which science gives us insight into meeting, solving or understanding, such as global warming, using reclaimed water, energy crisis, epidemics, obesity. Letter grade only.
BIO 305W - Writing In Biology: Writing component for BIO 205L and BIO 326L. Letter grade only.
BIO 310 - Scientific Concepts In Human Biology: Systems and processes of the human body integrated with an understanding of health and disease. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: high school biology or chemistry. Not available for credit in the major or minor.
BIO 320 - General Pathology: Surveys disease processes affecting body systems; cell death and inflammation; emphasizes altered physiological mechanisms in cells and organ systems. Letter grade only.
BIO 320H - General Pathology - Honors: Surveys disease processes affecting body systems; cell death and inflammation; emphasizes altered physiological mechanisms in cells and organ systems. Letter grade only.
BIO 322 - Entomology: Classification, identification, ecology, physiology, and economic importance of insects. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: (BIO 181 or BIO 181H) and BIO 182
BIO 322H - Entomology - Honors: Classification, identification, ecology, physiology, and economic importance of insects. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 326 - Ecology: Introduces ecological principles, including the distribution and abundance of organisms, population dynamics, community organization, energy flow, and nutrient cycling. Letter grade only.
BIO 326H - Ecology - Honors: Introduces ecological principles, including the distribution and abundance of organisms, population dynamics, community organization, energy flow, and nutrient cycling. Letter grade only.
BIO 326L - Ecology Lab: Experimental analysis of plant and animal interactions within ecosystems, including community dynamics, ecological processes, and biotic inventories. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite or Corequisite: BIO 326
BIO 326LH - Ecology Lab - Honors: Experimental analysis of plant and animal interactions within ecosystems, including community dynamics, ecological processes, and biotic inventories. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite or Corequisite: BIO 326
BIO 334 - Functional Anatomy And Kinesiology: Anatomical and mechanical basis of the science of human movement with application to analysis of movement activities. Letter grade only.
BIO 334H - Functional Anatomy And Kinesiology - Honors: Anatomical and mechanical basis of the science of human movement with application to analysis of movement activities. Letter grade only.
BIO 338 - Physiology Of Exercise: Physiology of human performance during exercise, including cellular and systemic responses, environmental, and training program considerations. Letter grade only.
BIO 338H - Physiology Of Exercise - Honors: Physiology of human performance during exercise, including cellular and systemic responses, environmental, and training program considerations. Letter grade only.
BIO 338L - Exercise Physiology Lab: Lab methods in exercise physiology, including cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal function, body composition, and flexibility. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 343 - Genetics Lab: Optional lab in the study of various modes of inheritance in plants and animals with special emphasis on humans. 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Prerequisite or Corequisite: BIO 340
BIO 344 - Cellular And Molecular Biology: Organization and function of biological molecules, cell diversity, cell structure and function, and cell interaction and differentiation. Recommended: BIO 340. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 344H - Cellular And Molecular Biology - Honors: Organization and function of biological molecules, cell diversity, cell structure and function, and cell interaction and differentiation. Recommended: BIO 340. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 345 - Sustainable Botany: Applies plant science principles to aspects of growing plants, including soil science, pathology, physiology, entomology, orchard, garden, and greenhouse with comparison of modern agribusiness to sustainable agriculture. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 346 - Advanced Microbiology: Detailed examination of advanced microbiological concepts and current applications. Topics include cell structure and function, growth and culturing approaches, energy generation, molecular and metabolic diversity, and extremophiles. Letter grade only.
BIO 349L - Molecular Techniques: Teaches how to perform and interpret basic molecular techniques including Southern and Northern blots, gene cloning, PCR, protein purification, and SDS-PAGE. 9 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: BIO 344
BIO 350 - Molecular Genetics: Studies genetics from a molecular and microbial perspective; gene structure, expression, control, mutation, and recombination; advances in genetic engineering. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: BIO 181 and BIO 182 and (CHM 230 and CHM 230L) or (CHM 235 and CHM 238) or CHM 360
BIO 350H - Molecular Genetics - Honors: Studies genetics from a molecular and microbial perspective; gene structure, expression, control, mutation, and recombination; advances in genetic engineering. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: BIO 181 and BIO 182 and (CHM 230 and CHM 230L) or (CHM 235 and CHM 238) or CHM 360 and Honors student group.
BIO 360 - Biomechanics: Biomechanics of human movement and biological tissue properties. Co-convenes with BIO 542. Letter grade only.
BIO 365W - Writing In The Biological Sciences: This course provides students with practice in biological writing for both technical and non-technical audiences, with the goal of fostering development of effective communication of scientific information by majors in the biological sciences. This course fulfills the University Liberal Studies Program essential skill in effective writing. Letter grade only.
BIO 366 - Behavior Of Animals: Surveys the theories and reasons that explain the behavior of animals. Letter grade only.
BIO 366H - Behavior Of Animals - Honors: Surveys the theories and reasons that explain the behavior of animals. Letter grade only.
BIO 369 - Environmental Microbiology: Microorganisms in the air, food, soil, and water, and their interaction with the environment. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: BIO 205
BIO 369H - Environmental Microbiology - Honors: Microorganisms in the air, food, soil, and water, and their interaction with the environment. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: BIO 205
BIO 373 - Marine Biology: Behavior, ecology, biogeography, and evolution of marine organisms relative to the physics and geology of the ocean. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: (BIO 181 or BIO 181H) and BIO 182
BIO 373H - Marine Biology - Honors: Behavior, ecology, biogeography, and evolution of marine organisms relative to the physics and geology of the ocean. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: (BIO 181 or BIO 181H) and BIO 182
BIO 374 - Economic Botany: Surveys plants used by humans including plant parts or products used and their geographic origin and distribution. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 375 - Infectious Disease: This course will cover the challenge presented by infectious microorganisms, how the host responds to the challenge, and what challenges lie ahead for both humans and microbes. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 375H - Infectious Disease - Honors: This course will cover the challenge presented by infectious microorganisms, how the host responds to the challenge, and what challenges lie ahead for both humans and microbes. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 376 - Industrial Microbiology And Biotechnology: Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology explores how microorganisms are used to make medicines, foods, and energy, and to genetically engineer plants and animals. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 389 - Cooperative Education: Individualized preplanned cooperative employment experience related to your field of study or career objectives. Fee required. Pass-fail only. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 units.
BIO 399 - Special Topics: In-depth study of an aspect, concept, or problem within a program of study. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.
BIO 401C - Immunobiology: Basic aspects of immunobiology emphasizing immune response, antibody structure and reactions with antigens, immunological specificity, and immunological diseases. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Recommended: CHM 360.
BIO 401CH - Immunobiology - Honors: Basic aspects of immunobiology emphasizing immune response, antibody structure and reactions with antigens, immunological specificity, and immunological diseases. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Recommended: CHM 360.
BIO 402 - Virology: Biophysical, genetic and biochemical characteristics of mammalian and microbial viruses. Co-convened with BIO 502. Recommended: PHY 111 and 112 Letter grade only.
BIO 408 - Fieldwork Experience: Supervised field experience in an appropriate agency or organization. Pass-fail only. No repeat limit. Course fee required.
BIO 408C - Fieldwork Experience: Supervised fieldwork experience in a professional exercise-science setting. Requires 45 hours for each credit earned. Instructor's consent required. Pass-fail only. May be repeated for up to 12 units of credit. Course fee required.
BIO 408CH - Fieldwork Experience - Honors: Supervised fieldwork experience in a professional exercise-science setting. Requires 45 hours for each credit earned. Instructor's consent required. Pass-fail only. May be repeated for up to 12 units of credit. Course fee required.
BIO 409 - Soil And Groundwater Bioremediation: Fundamental concepts of bioremediation, including discussion of the following topics: degradation kinetics, bioaugmentation, metal biotransformation, molecular approaches to bioremediation, chlorinated solvents, phytoremediation, petroleum hydrocarbons, and natural attenuation. Letter grade only.
BIO 409H - Soil And Groundwater Bioremediation - Honors: Fundamental concepts of bioremediation, including discussion of the following topics: degradation kinetics, bioaugmentation, metal biotransformation, molecular approaches to bioremediation, chlorinated solvents, phytoremediation, petroleum hydrocarbons, and natural attenuation. Letter grade only.
BIO 410 - Phycology: Systematics, structure, reproduction, ecology, and methods of collecting algae; culture and experimental study of selected algae species. Field trips, 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: (BIO 181 or BIO 181H) and BIO 182
BIO 411 - Mycology: Systematics, physiology, ecology, and medical importance of fungi and related forms; field identification and experimental studies. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: (BIO 181 or BIO 181H) and BIO 182
BIO 414 - Native Plants Of Arizona: Field-oriented course emphasizing the recognition of much of the native and naturalized flora of Arizona. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: (BIO 181 or BIO 181H) and BIO 182
BIO 415 - Plant Taxonomy: Introduces the principles of plant classification; a survey of flowering plant families in northern Arizona; collection, identification, and preservation of wild flowers and grasses. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: BIO 182 and BIO 182L and (BIO 284 or BIO 345 or BIO 374 or BIO 410 or BIO 411 or BIO 414 or BIO 426C or BIO 431)
BIO 416 - Gross Human Anatomy: Investigation of human anatomy through hands-on study of human cadavers, models, and prosections. The course will cover skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiopulmonary, digestive, and urogenital anatomy. 4 hrs.lecture, 6 hrs. lab. Course fee required. Letter grade only.
BIO 420C - Advanced Exercise Physiology: Applies physiological principles to exercise circumstances; includes critical analysis of the effect of exercise on human physiologic function with in-depth examination of current literature. This course is an option to satisfy the capstone requirement for exercise science majors. Co-convenes with BIO 514. Letter grade only.
BIO 420CH - Advanced Exercise Physiology - Honors: Applies physiological principles to exercise circumstances; includes critical analysis of the effect of exercise on human physiologic function with in-depth examination of current literature. This course is an option to satisfy the capstone requirement for exercise science majors. Co-convenes with BIO 514. Letter grade only.
BIO 424 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy: Interpretation of vertebrate structure with emphasis on phylogeny and function. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: BIO 340
BIO 425C - Animal Physiology: Function and integration of animal tissues, organs, and organ systems in the maintenance of homeostasis. Letter grade only.
BIO 425CH - Animal Physiology - Honors: Function and integration of animal tissues, organs, and organ systems in the maintenance of homeostasis. Letter grade only.
BIO 425L - Animal Physiology Lab: Lab experience in the study of animal tissues, organs, and organ systems. 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite or Corequisite: BIO 425C
BIO 425LH - Animal Physiology Lab - Honors: Lab experience in the study of animal tissues, organs, and organ systems. 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite or Corequisite: BIO 425CH
BIO 426C - Plants And Climate: Analyzes plant physiological functions, including photosynthesis, transpiration, respiration, and energy balance, and interactions with the past and current climate system. 3 hours lecture. Recommended: CHM 360, BIO 284. Letter grade only.
BIO 426CH - Plants And Climate - Honors: Analyzes plant physiological functions, including photosynthesis, transpiration, respiration, and energy balance, and interactions with the past and current climate system. 3 hours lecture. Recommended: CHM 360, BIO 284. Letter grade only.
BIO 429 - Medical Entomology: Taxonomy, Morphology, Life history, Ecology, and Behavior of medically important insects and other arthropods, as well as the diseases they vector. Letter grade only.
BIO 431 - Plant Morphology: Comparative functional morphology, ecology, and evolutionary relationships of algae, fungi, bryophytes, and vascular plants; field and lab exercises include fossil and living plants. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: (BIO 181 or BIO 181H) and BIO 182
BIO 435C - Advanced Evolutionary Theory: Advanced concepts in evolution including the origin of variation, natural selection, population genetics, mathematical approaches to understanding evolution including neutral theory, species concepts, patterns and rates of lineage diversification, and methods of phylogenetic analysis. Letter grade only.
BIO 435CH - Advanced Evolutionary Theory - Honors: Advanced concepts in evolution including the origin of variation, natural selection, population genetics, mathematical approaches to understanding evolution including neutral theory, species concepts, patterns and rates of lineage diversification, and methods of phylogenetic analysis. Letter grade only.
BIO 436 - Developmental Plant Anatomy: The structure and function of major tissues and organs of seed plants, stressing the origin and differentiation of tissues and organs, i.e., a developmental approach with a strong evolutionary emphasis. The major focus is on angiosperms (flowering plants) with comparisons being made to gymnosperms. Co-convenes with BIO 536. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only.
BIO 441 - Conservation Biology: Scientific basis for conserving and managing biological diversity, emphasizing applications of ecology, drawing on other scientific disciplines, and integrating public policy and sociological issues. Cross-listed with ENV 440. Letter grade only.
BIO 441H - Conservation Biology - Honors: Scientific basis for conserving and managing biological diversity, emphasizing applications of ecology, drawing on other scientific disciplines, and integrating public policy and sociological issues. Cross-listed with ENV 440. Letter grade only.
BIO 444C - Human Physiology: Physiology of major body systems studied at the metabolic, cellular, and systemic levels, emphasizing homeostatic mechanisms. Letter grade only.
BIO 444CH - Human Physiology - Honors: Physiology of major body systems studied at the metabolic, cellular, and systemic levels, emphasizing homeostatic mechanisms. Letter grade only.
BIO 450 - Bioinformatics: Bioinformatics focuses on the analysis of DNA sequence data, and this class will include discussion of the mathematical, statistical, and computational techniques used in studying genomes and proteomes. Letter grade only.
BIO 454C - Applied Cardiovascular Physiology: Human physiology as it relates to cardiovascular regulation during orthostasis, exercise, aging, thermal stress, and in special populations. Co-convened with BIO 554. Letter grade only.
BIO 460 - Exercise Testing And Prescription: Basics of cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal testing and exercise prescription for general and compromised populations. Includes electrocardiograph analysis. Letter grade only.
BIO 460H - Exercise Testing And Prescription - Honors: Basics of cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal testing and exercise prescription for general and compromised populations. Includes electrocardiograph analysis. Letter grade only.
BIO 460L - Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing Lab: Applies the principles of cardiopulmonary exercise testing and prescription, including electrocardiogram analysis, aerobic testing, pulmonary function, body composition, and the prescription resulting from that testing. 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 460LH - Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing Lab - Honors: Applies the principles of cardiopulmonary exercise testing and prescription, including electrocardiogram analysis, aerobic testing, pulmonary function, body composition, and the prescription resulting from that testing. 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 465C - Advanced Clinical Exercise Science: This course will cover pathogenesis and pathophysiology of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease and focus on current research related to interventions including exercise, nutrition, nutritional supplements, and pharmacological therapies. Additionally the topics of aging, obesity, chronic inflammation, and oxidative stress will be addressed. Co-convened with BIO 565. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 466 - Legislative Internship: Supervised internship in the Arizona Legislature during spring semester. Students are selected on a competitive basis, and you must apply during the fall semester. (To be eligible, you must be a candidate for a bachelor's degree and have completed all lower-division requirements and attained senior status at the end of the fall semester preceding the internship.) Department consent required. Registration is handled by the associate provost for academic administration after the legislature has made its final selection. Pass-fail only. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 units; not the same subject.
BIO 467 - Ecological Sampling And Monitoring: This course familiarizes students with general concepts and techniques in field ecology. It surveys species and phenomena that characterize aquatic, terrestrial, and/or transition ecosystems; familiarizes students with basic sampling, monitoring, ecological concepts, hypothesis testing, and experimental procedures with an emphasis on data organization and analysis techniques that exemplify best practices in ecology. Co-convened with BIO 567. 1 hr. lecture, 9 hrs. lab. Letter grade only.
BIO 468 - Conservation And Management Of Imperiled Species: The course familiarizes students with the practical, legal, political, social, and economic realities of managing regulated species, and it engages them in current conservation challenges with imperiled species and habitats. The course emphasizes innovative, multidisciplinary resource management and conservation strategies. Co-convened with BIO 568. Letter grade only.
BIO 469 - Data Analysis And Representation: This course emphasizes quantitative approaches, graphical representation, and science writing, and prepares students for the presentation of independent field research in a public and professional forum. Letter grade only.
BIO 471C - Microbial Ecology: Population, community, and ecosystem ecology of microorganisms emphasizing interactions with plants and animals and the roles of microorganisms in ecosystem processes. Co-convenes with BIO 578. Letter grade only.
BIO 471CH - Microbial Ecology - Honors: Population, community, and ecosystem ecology of microorganisms emphasizing interactions with plants and animals and the roles of microorganisms in ecosystem processes. Letter grade only.
BIO 475 - Parasitology: Parasites and their life cycles, host injuries, treatment, means of control, and prevention of infection. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Junior Status
BIO 477 - Fish Management: Introduces theory and practice of commercial and sport fish management. Topics include evolution and management of wild and stocked populations; field, lab, and hatchery techniques; aquaculture; exotic species; politics and economic management. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 478 - Wildlife Management: Surveys concepts and practices employed in the study and management of terrestrial wildlife. Topics include values, habitat requirements, movements, behavior, and dynamics of wildlife populations and the techniques used to ensure their continued survival. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: BIO 326 and one of (BIO 223 or BIO 527 or BIO 528)
BIO 479 - Ecosystems And Climate Change: Principles of ecosystem ecology, including the factors controlling ecosystem structure, productivity, nutrient cycling, and energy balance-with examples from the Colorado Plateau and emphasis on global environmental change. Cross-listed with FOR 479. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: (BIO 181 and BIO 182 and BIO 326 ) or (FOR 313 and FOR 314 and FOR 315 and FOR 316)
BIO 482C - Human Genomics: This course will convey basic ideas in human genomics, including how genetic information determines phenotype, theories of genetic diagnosis, and the role of genes in cancer and other diseases. Letter grade only.
BIO 482CH - Human Genomics - Honors: This course will convey basic ideas in human genomics, including how genetic information determines phenotype, theories of genetic diagnosis, and the role of genes in cancer and other diseases. Letter grade only.
BIO 483 - Engineering In Biology And Medicine I: Introduction to engineering in biology and medicine. Introduction to the basics of bioelectrical signals, bioelectricity, physiology modeling. Introduction to "reverse" engineering in the fields of medicine and biology. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only.
BIO 484 - Human Tissue Biology: Investigation of the microanatomy, function, and the structural basis of physiology of human cells, tissues, and organs in a combined lecture and laboratory. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 485 - Undergraduate Research: Original research under the supervision of a research adviser. Pass-fail or letter grade. May be repeated for up to 12 units of credit. Department consent required.
BIO 485C - Undergraduate Research: Research under the supervision of a faculty research adviser. Student must have research mentor approval prior to departmental consent. Department consent required. Pass-fail only.
BIO 485CH - Undergraduate Research - Honors: Research under the supervision of a faculty research adviser. Student must have research mentor approval prior to departmental consent. Department consent required. Pass-fail only.
BIO 488C - Medical Microbiology: Medical aspects of host-parasite relationships in bacterial, mycotic, rickettsial, and viral diseases of human. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: (BIO 205 or 220) and (CHM 230, 230L) or (CHM 235, 235L)
BIO 488CH - Medical Microbiology - Honors: Medical aspects of host-parasite relationships in bacterial, mycotic, rickettsial, and viral diseases of human. Course fee required. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: (BIO 205 or 220) and (CHM 230, 230L) or (CHM 235, 235L)
BIO 488L - Medical Microbiology Laboratory: This course reinforces and provides hands-on learning opportunities of the concepts covered in BIO 488C. Letter grade only.
BIO 497 - Independent Study: Individualized approach to selected topics by guided reading and critical evaluation. Pass-fail or letter grade. No repeat limit. Department consent required. Please complete the Independent Study Proposal form and obtain signatures of approval BEFORE registering. https://policy.nau.edu/policy/Documents/Independent_Study_Form_FINAL.pdf
BIO 497C - Independent Study: Individualized approach to selected topics by guided reading and critical evaluation under the guidance of a faculty adviser. Pass-fail only. Student must have study mentor approval prior to departmental consent. Department consent required. Please complete the Independent Study Proposal form and obtain signatures of approval BEFORE registering. https://policy.nau.edu/policy/Documents/Independent_Study_Form_FINAL.pdf
BIO 498 - Senior Seminar: Integrates theory and practice of biological concepts, with emphasis on historical, contemporary, and future issues. Instructor consent required. Coconvenes with BIO 698. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 units.
BIO 499 - Contemporary Developments: Examines recent trends and investigations in a selected area of a particular major field of study. Letter grade only. No repeat limit.
BIO 499H - Contemporary Developments - Honors: Examines recent trends and investigations in a selected area of a particular major field of study. Letter grade only. No repeat limit.
BIO 502 - Virology: Biophysical and biochemical characteristics of mammalian and microbial viruses. Co-convened with BIO 402. Letter grade only. Recommended: PHY 111 and 112.
BIO 507 - Soil Ecology: In this course students will examine the principles of soil ecology, beginning with the development of soil and how it is fundamentally structured, to the biology of soil: the organisms that live below ground and how they regulate and affect soil fertility. Students will capitalize on local study systems (e.g. the campus composting and garden program, or burn scars in managed forest systems near the campus, or others), to learn the practical aspects of soil-testing. Students will measure the chemical, physical and biological properties of soils and decomposing organic matter. Cross-listed with FOR 507. 3 hrs lecture, 3 hrs lab. Letter grade only.
BIO 514 - Advanced Exercise Physiology: Applies physiological principles to exercise circumstances; includes critical analysis of the effect of exercise on human physiologic function with in-depth examination of current literature. Co-convenes with BIO 420C. Letter grade only.
BIO 516 - Microbial Genetics: Fundamental concepts of microbial genetics including chromosome mapping, resistance transfer factors, transduction, transformation, mutagenesis, mechanism and control of gene expression. Recommended: PHY 111 and 112. Letter grade only.
BIO 517 - Agrostology: Identification, classification, structure, distribution, and economic importance of grasses. Combined 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 523 - Meta-analysis In Ecology And Evolution: This is an introductory course to meta-analysis. The course is designed for advanced graduate students who have an interest in ecological and evolutionary phenomena for which published data already exists. We will study the basic steps in meta-analysis design and implementation, including statistical models and the interpretation and presentation of results. Letter grade only.
BIO 525 - Ichthyology: Evolution, systematics, anatomy, physiology, ecology, and identification of fishes. recommended: weekend field trips. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 526 - Herpetology: Classification, distribution, ecology, and identification of amphibians and reptiles. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 527 - Ornithology: Classification, anatomy, physiology, ecology, behavior, distribution, and field identification of birds. 2 hrs. lecture, 4 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 528 - Mammalogy: Survey of functional morphology, classification, behavior, and ecology of mammals. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 535 - Neurobiology And Behavior: Mechanisms of neuron and muscle excitability, neural network function, and sensory processing. Presents several examples of the neural correlates of behavior. Letter grade only.
BIO 535H - Neurobiology And Behavior - Honors: Mechanisms of neuron and muscle excitability, neural network function, and sensory processing. Presents several examples of the neural correlates of behavior. Letter grade only.
BIO 536 - Developmental Plant Anatomy: Cells, tissues, and organs of seed plants, emphasizing correlations between structure and function. Co-convened with BIO 436. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only.
BIO 540 - Comparative Animal Physiology: Advanced survey of organ systems, physiology, and functional morphology. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only.
BIO 541 - Cardiorespiratory Physiology: Provides in-depth exploration of cardiovascular and respiratory physiology, emphasizing mechanics and control and their study in exercise. Letter grade only.
BIO 542 - Biomechanics: Mechanical principles of force, motion, and equilibrium as they apply to human performance of motor skills. Co-convenes with BIO 360. Letter grade only.
BIO 545 - Endocrinology: Influence of chemical mediators in physiological processes. Letter grade only.
BIO 554 - Applied Cardiovascular Physiology: Human physiology as it relates to cardiovascular regulation during orthostasis, exercise, aging, thermal stress, and in special populations. Co-convened with BIO 454C. Letter grade only.
BIO 565 - Advanced Clinical Exercise Physiology: This course will cover pathogenesis and pathophysiology of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease and focus on current research related to interventions including exercise, nutrition, nutritional supplements, and pharmacological therapies. Additionally the topics of aging, obesity, chronic inflammation, and oxidative stress will be addressed. Co-convened with BIO 465C. Letter grade only.
BIO 566 - Legislative Internship: Supervised internship in the Arizona Legislature during spring semester. You must apply during fall semester; selection is competitive, and you must be a candidate for a graduate degree. Registration is handled by the internship coordinator after the legislature has made its final selection. Pass-fail only.
BIO 567 - Ecological Sampling And Monitoring: The course challenges students to apply ecological concepts and practice standard sampling techniques. Students design and execute population censuses, describe demographic phenomena, and explore phenomena characteristics of representativel ecosystems. Students create and apply sampling schema and experimental procedures. Students analyze and present data using techniques exemplary of best practice in ecology. Instructor consent required. Co-convened with BIO 467. 1 hr. lecture, 9 hrs. lab. Letter grade only.
BIO 568 - Conservation And Management Of Imperiled Species: The course familiarizes students with the practical, legal, political, social, and economic realities of managing regulated species, and it engages them in current conservation challenges with imperiled species and habitats. The course emphasizes innovative, multidisciplinary resource management and conservation strategies. It gives graduate students the opportunity to lead discussions on relevant issues in conservation and resource management and to engage in deliberations and practices required of conservation professionals working with regulated species. Co-convened with BIO 468. Letter grade only.
BIO 570 - Plant Ecology: Surveys theories that explore the dynamic nature of plants. Uses examples from population-level and community-level studies to demonstrate current problems in plant ecology, emphasizing paradigms unique to plants. Letter grade only.
BIO 571 - Field Biology: Natural history of organisms common to Arizona. 1-2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. May be repeated as needed for credit. Instructor's consent required. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 573 - Field Ecology: Emphasizes identification of original field research problems in diverse habitats, experimentation, data analyses, oral presentation of findings, and writing in journal format. 2 hrs. lecture, 6 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
BIO 577 - Concepts In Ecology: Theoretical and applied concepts in ecology, such as evolutionary ecology, population and community ecology, ecosystem ecology and behavioral ecology. Letter grade only.
BIO 578 - Microbial Ecology: Population, community, and ecosystem ecology of microorganisms emphasizing interactions with plants and animals and the roles of microorganisms in ecosystem processes. Co-convenes with BIO 471C. Cross-listed with ENV 571. Letter grade only.
BIO 580 - Population And Quantitative Genetics: Mendelian and quantitative approaches to understanding population and evolutionary genetics; inference concerning natural lab populations. Letter grade only.
BIO 587 - Professional Development: Designed to assist in preparing you for entry into your professional arena. Pass-fail or letter grade, depending on department policy.
BIO 593 - In-service Teacher Workshop: Topical instruction involving exchange of ideas, practical methods, skills, and principles. Normally you may count up to 6 hours of 593 toward your graduate program. Pass-fail only.
BIO 597 - Reading For Comprehensive Exam: Preparation for comprehensive examination. Pass-fail only.
BIO 599 - Contemporary Developments: Examines recent trends and investigations in a selected area of a particular field of study. May be offered no more than three times before being submitted for a permanent course number. May be repeated for credit. Letter grade only.
BIO 599H - Contemporary Developments - Honors: Examines recent trends and investigations in a selected area of a particular field of study. May be offered no more than three times before being submitted for a permanent course number. May be repeated for credit. Letter grade only.
BIO 608 - Fieldwork Experience: Supervised field experience in an appropriate agency, organization, or situation. May not exceed 12 hours of credit. Pass-fail only. Department consent required.
BIO 663 - Biogeography: Reviews factors governing the patterns of organism distribution, including biotic and physical relationships, evolutionary history, dispersal mechanisms, paleoecology, continental drift, and insular phenomena. Letter grade only. Prerequisites: undergraduate degree in biology or related field plus knowledge of basic ecological concepts.
BIO 666 - Animal Behavior: Surveys principles and theory, emphasizing feeding, reproduction, habitat behavior, aggression, learning, communication, behavioral genetics, and social organization. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: undergraduate degree in biology, psychology, anthropology, or sociology.
BIO 673 - Physiological Ecology: Biophysical analysis of organism interaction with environment. Major topics include energy balance, gas exchange, and water relations of animals and plants. Letter grade only. Prerequisites: introductory courses in ecology, physiology, chemistry, and physics.
BIO 680 - Biological Techniques: Selected topics on techniques used in modern field and lab research. May be repeated for credit. 2 hrs. lecture (3 hrs. lab at instructor's option). Instructor's consent required. Pass-fail or letter grade. Course fee required.
BIO 682 - Quantitative Biology: Introduces quantitative analysis of biological data, including the treatment of field and lab data by computer statistical packages and mathematical models of biological and ecological processes. Letter grade only.
BIO 685 - Graduate Research: Letter grade or pass-fail. May be repeated as needed. Department Consent.
BIO 686 - Community Ecology In Theory And Practice: This course will focus on classical and modern theories of community ecology and the practical application of that theory. The course will include review and discussion of classical community ecology studies, followed by trait-based and phylogenetic-based community ecology modules. Application of the methods discussed in readings will be achieved through statistical analyses in the R computing language. Letter grade only.
BIO 697 - Independent Study: Individualized directed study on selected topics. Note that no more than 3 units may be included on a master's plan in education. Letter grade or pass-fail. Department Consent. Please complete the Independent Study Proposal form and obtain signatures of approval BEFORE registering. https://policy.nau.edu/policy/Documents/Independent_Study_Form_FINAL.pdf
BIO 698 - Graduate Seminar: Oral reports on current literature topics or individual research by staff and graduate students. Coconvenes with BIO 498. Pass-fail or letter grade. May be repeated as needed. Instructor consent required.
BIO 699 - Graduate Thesis: Individualized directed research, writing, and oral defense of selected thesis topic. May be repeated as needed. Department Consent. Pass-fail only. Prerequisite: Admission to master's program.
BIO 795 - Internship In College Teaching: Department Consent. Pass-fail or letter grade.
BIO 799 - Dissertation: Individualized directed research, writing, and oral defense of selected dissertation topic. Department consent required. Pass-fail only. May be repeated as needed.