Philip Anderson

Introduction to the study of biology, focusing on how biologists know things and study the world of life, with emphases on cell biology, genetics, ecology and evolution. First course required for biology majors. Four hours of lecture/laboratory, two hours online per week. Meets General Education IVA or IVB (Prior to Fall 2008: IIIA).

Focuses on the structure and function of eukaryotic cells. Topics covered include enzyme kinetics, membrane transport, cell signaling, intercellular protein trafficking, cellular respiration, mitosis and meiosis, the cell cycle, and cancer. Prerequisites: BIOL 210 and CHEM 221 or 12 credits of biology. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week.

Independent student research under the supervision of a faculty member. May receive credit within the major for up to six credits combined of BIOL 415, 416, 417 and 420. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Schedule to be arranged individually. Forty-five contact hours per credit hour.

Independent student research under the supervision of a faculty member. May receive credit within the major for up to six credits combined of BIOL 415, 416, 417 and 420. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Schedule to be arranged individually. Forty-five contact hours per credit hour.

Readings designed to permit in-depth study of selected topics. Students submit written reports of their findings at the end of the semester. Specific topics are indicated on students’ transcripts. Prerequisites: Sixteen hours in biology, permission of instructor.