Biology at Ozarks

Course Descriptions

BIO 1104 BIOLOGY CONCEPTS
An introductory course which deals with the basic concepts of biology. Topics include the nature of science, the nature of life, evolution, ecology, diversity, genetics, plant biology, and animal biology. This course satisfies the minimum requirements in general education, and is the basic prerequisite for all biology courses. There is one 2-hour laboratory per week.

BIO 1214 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY I
An introductory course for students wanting to major or minor in Biology. The course deals with basic biological ideas and begins the process of developing skills necessary in the sciences. Topics include the nature of science, the nature of life, evolution, taxonomy, plant and animal form and function, and ecology. This course satisfies the minimum requirements in general education and is the basic prerequisite for all biology courses. There is one 3-hour laboratory per week.

BIO 1324 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY II
This course is a detailed study of the origins, structure and function of the basic unit of life on Earth, the cell, and the technology used to study cells. Lecture topics include the following: the chemical evolution of life; the chemicals of cells, cell reproduction and molecular genetics; the cell's organelles and energy, and an introduction to histology and immunology. There is one 3-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BIO 1104 Biology Concepts, or BIO 1214 Principles of Biology I.

BIO 2014 ZOOLOGY
This is a basic study course built around a systematic study of the vertebrate and invertebrate forms of the animal kingdom. The student is guided through an integrated study of taxonomy, ecology, morphology, physiology, and phylogeny of representatives of the phyla of animals. There is one 3-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BIO 1104 Biology Concepts, or 1324 Principles of Biology II.

BIO 2124 BOTANY
A basic study course surveying the diversity, structure, physiology, uses, and significant adaptations of the plant kingdom and related kingdoms. Special attention is devoted to the flowering plants and their relevance to humans. There is one 3-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: BIO 1104 Biology Concepts and one additional Biology course, or BIO 1214 Principles of Biology I and one additional Biology course.

BIO 2223 HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
Human physiology was developed to provide a fundamental understanding of the systems and organs relevant for human physical activity. Discussions will include the cardiovascular system, muscular system, respiratory physiology and digestion.

BIO 3024 GENETICS
The principles of inheritance in plants and animals are presented with special attention devoted to the specific aspects of human heredity. The goal of this course is to give the student a broad background in the science of heredity. The course includes the general topics of history of genetics, Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, and population genetics. There is one 3-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: BIO 1104 Biology Concepts and BIO 1324 Principles of Biology II, or BIO 1214 Principles of Biology I and BIO 1324 Principles of Biology II. Recommended: BIO 2014 Zoology or BIO 2124 Botany.

BIO 3134 MICROBIOLOGY
A general course designed for biology majors and those in preprofessional training. This course will acquaint students with the diversity, structures, and functions of microscopic organisms as related to their medical, immunological, and environmental significance, with special emphasis on bacteria. Safety procedures, culture techniques, and identification of microorganisms will be emphasized. There is one 3-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: one 2000-level biology laboratory course and CHM 1014 General Chemistry I.

BIO 3234 PRINCIPLES OF ECOLOGY
This is an introductory course exploring the interrelations of organisms and the environment. Species interactions, populations, communities, biomes, the physical environment, and ecosystems will be discussed. Ecological technologies, principles, and techniques will be applied in local field laboratories. There is one 3-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BIO 2124 Botany.

BIO 3444 VERTEBRATE PHYSIOLOGY
This is an upper-level course in physiology--the study of the mechanisms by which organisms function--for students preparing for careers in health or to continue their education in professional and graduate schools. The function of the human body is highlighted, but other vertebrates are studied, also. The main topics discussed are homeostasis, metabolism, thermoregulation, nerve and sensory physiology, hormonal controls, kidney and cardiovascular function. There is one 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisites: BIO 1324 Principles of Biology II and CHM 1014 General Chemistry I. Recommended: BIO 2014 Zoology.

BIO 4004 BIOLOGY THESIS (ROTATING TOPIC)
This course is designed to be the culmination of the course of study for B.S. Biology majors. Students in this course will receive instruction in specific experimental techniques, design, data analysis, literature research and presentation methods. With the guidance of the professor, the students will design and conduct their own research projects and present a professional report of their findings to their peers. Prerequisites: at least two upper-level biology courses and Senior classification, or permission of the Instructor.

BIO 4024 MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR BIOLOGY
This course is designed to be the culmination of the course of study for Biology majors in the areas of Molecular and Cellular Biology. This course will include advanced topics in molecular and cellular biology including but not limited to: Molecular genetics, cell and molecular methods, cell organization and cell social contexts. Prerequisites: BIO 1324 Principles of Biology II, one 2000 level Biology laboratory course, CHM 3014 Organic Chemistry I, and Junior classification or permission of the Instructor.

BIO 4054 EMBRYOLOGY
This is the study of animal development, including human, from gamete formation to hatching or birth of the new individual. Students study the theories and concepts as well as the anatomy and physiology involved in the ultimate expression of genetic information. Laboratory emphasizes microscope study of embryonic anatomy and histology, supplemented with films and experiments. Prerequisite: BIO 3024 Genetics.

BIO 4234 LICHENOLOGY
This is an upper-level applied botany course that investigates the anatomy, physiology, and taxonomy of lichens. The course will also explore the relationship between the fungi and algae that form the lichen symbiosis. A survey of other cryptogamic organisms will also be presented. This course is application intensive and will include field trips and laboratory experiences. Prerequisites: BIO 2124 Botany and CHM 1024 General Chemistry II.

BIO 4333 ANATOMY
The content of this course is the same as PHE 2013 Anatomy, but with additional assignments and/or different exams.

BIO 4432 ANATOMY LABORATORY
In this course students will practice the art of dissection. They will learn anatomical terminology, find, identify and learn to recognize the structures and organs, and their anatomical and functional relationships in the vertebrate body. By comparing different individuals and species, students will gain an understanding of human anatomy, the variation among individuals and the similarities among different but related species. This laboratory requires approximately five to six hours each week. Prerequisites: Junior class rank and permission of the Instructor. PHE 2013 Anatomy or BIO 4333 Anatomy is highly recommended.

BIO 4543 ANIMAL BEHAVIOR
This course is about the questions biologists ask, how they test their hypotheses with model species in laboratory experiments and on wild species in field experiments, the causes of behaviors that have been discovered, and the general types of behaviors that animals exhibit. The course emphasizes the comparative approach to biology to understand the evolutionary, genetic and physiological causes of behavior as well as the role of the physical and social environments. Because humans share some ancestors, genes, anatomy and physiology with other animals, students will learn about what motivates, stimulates and controls their own behavior, too. Prerequisites: One Biology course and Junior classification or permission from the Instructor.

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