Major in Biology Grades 7-12 BS at College of Staten Island
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General Biology I and II With Laboratories
(4 classes required)
BIO 170: General Biology I
Pre or corequisite:ENG 111, MTH 123 or Appropriate mathematics placement. Corequisite: BIO 171
Credits: 3
Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours
Fundamental biological principles of cell metabolism, energy transformations, and plant and animal functions including support, digestion, respiration, circulation, excretion, and integration, and selected current topics. For science, Medical Technology, appropriate pre-professional majors, and other interested students in consultation with an adviser. (science)Pre-requisite MTH 123 or MTH 125 or appropriate math placement. Corequisite: BIO 171, ENG 111. (LP)(SW)
Direct student involvement in the experimental demonstration of basic biological principles in plants and animals and the dissection of the fetal pig, with experiments oriented toward the understanding of the human body. For science, Medical Technology, appropriate pre-professional majors, and other interested students in consultation with an adviser. (science). Pre or corequisite: ENG 111, MTH 123 appropriate math placement. Corequisite: BIO 170
Co Requisite: Bio 181Pre Requisite: Bio 170/171, Mth 123 or appropriate math placement and Eng 111
Credits: 3
Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours
A continuation of BIO 170, including plant and animal diversity, microbes and disease, reproduction, development, patterns of inheritance, the origins of life, evolution, ecology, and selected topics. For science, Medical Technology, appropriate pre-professional majors, and other interested students in consultation with an adviser. (science)
Prerequisites: BIO 170 and BIO 171 with minimum grade of C in both, ENG 111, MTH 123 or Appropriate math placement, Corequisite: BIO 180.
Credits: 1
Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours
A continuation of BIO 171. A laboratory examination of the material covered in BIO 180. For science, Medical Technology, appropriate preprofessional majors, and other interested students in consultation with an adviser. (science) (FSWR).
Group #1 - Calculus I with Laboratory(2 classes required)
MTH 229: Calculus Computer Laboratory
CQ MTH 230/231/235
Credits: 1
Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours
Computer projects to reinforce calculus concepts from numerical and graphical points of view will be presented. Suitable mathematical software will be utilized. Problem solving techniques using the computer will be discussed. The students will be assigned a number of projects to be completed individually or in small groups.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 with a grade of B or better or appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics; Corequisite: MTH 229. Not open to students taken MTH 130.
Credits: 6
Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours
Pre-calculus material including functions, inverse functions, identities, theory of equations, and the binomial theorem. Material on calculus and analytic geometry corresponding to MTH 231 including limits, derivatives, rules of differentiation, trigonometric functions and their derivatives, differentiation, graph sketching, maxima/minima problems, related rates, antiderivatives, exponential and logarithmic functions. (math). Not open to students who have completed MTH 130.(STEM)
Group #2 - Analytical Geometry and Calculus I with Laboratory(2 classes required)
MTH 229: Calculus Computer Laboratory
CQ MTH 230/231/235
Credits: 1
Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours
Computer projects to reinforce calculus concepts from numerical and graphical points of view will be presented. Suitable mathematical software will be utilized. Problem solving techniques using the computer will be discussed. The students will be assigned a number of projects to be completed individually or in small groups.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 with a grade of A or MTH 130 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics. Corequisite: MTH 229.
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
The first of a three-semester sequence in calculus. Topics include limits, derivatives, rules of differentiation, trigonometric functions and their derivatives, differentials, graph sketching, maximum and minimum problems, related rates, antiderivatives, areas, exponential and logarithmic functions. (math). (STEM)
Group #3 - Pre-Calculus and Analytical Geometry and Calculus I with Laboratory(3 classes required)
MTH 130: Pre-Calculus Mathematics
Prerequisite: MTH 123 or appropriate math placement
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
A functional approach to algebra and trigonometry. Selected topics such as trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, inverse trigonometric functions, complex numbers, rational functions, introduction to analytic geometry, inequalities, absolute value, theory of equations. Graphing calculators are used. (math). (STEM)Prerequisite: MTH 123 or MTH 125 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics.
Computer projects to reinforce calculus concepts from numerical and graphical points of view will be presented. Suitable mathematical software will be utilized. Problem solving techniques using the computer will be discussed. The students will be assigned a number of projects to be completed individually or in small groups.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 with a grade of A or MTH 130 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics. Corequisite: MTH 229.
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
The first of a three-semester sequence in calculus. Topics include limits, derivatives, rules of differentiation, trigonometric functions and their derivatives, differentials, graph sketching, maximum and minimum problems, related rates, antiderivatives, areas, exponential and logarithmic functions. (math). (STEM)
Group #4 - College Algebra and Trigonometry and Calculus I with Laboratory(3 classes required)
MTH 123: College Algebra and Trigonometry
Prerequisite MTH 30 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics
Credits: 4
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
Topics in algebra, including inequalities, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric functions, graphs and equations, inverse functions, elements of analytic geometry. Introduction to the use of graphing calculators. (math). (STEM)
Computer projects to reinforce calculus concepts from numerical and graphical points of view will be presented. Suitable mathematical software will be utilized. Problem solving techniques using the computer will be discussed. The students will be assigned a number of projects to be completed individually or in small groups.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 with a grade of B or better or appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics; Corequisite: MTH 229. Not open to students taken MTH 130.
Credits: 6
Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours
Pre-calculus material including functions, inverse functions, identities, theory of equations, and the binomial theorem. Material on calculus and analytic geometry corresponding to MTH 231 including limits, derivatives, rules of differentiation, trigonometric functions and their derivatives, differentiation, graph sketching, maxima/minima problems, related rates, antiderivatives, exponential and logarithmic functions. (math). Not open to students who have completed MTH 130.(STEM)
Group #5 - College Algebra and Trigonometry and Calculus I with Laboratory(3 classes required)
MTH 125: College Algebra and Trigonometry with Intermediate Algebra Review
Prerequisite: appropriate CUNY math assessment score.
Credits: 4
Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours
Topics in algebra, including inequalities, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric functions, graphs and equations, inverse functions, elements of analytic geometry. Introduction to the use of graphing calculators. It includes a review of selected topics in Intermediate Algebra. Prerequisite: Appropriate math milestone or permission of the Department of Mathematics.
Computer projects to reinforce calculus concepts from numerical and graphical points of view will be presented. Suitable mathematical software will be utilized. Problem solving techniques using the computer will be discussed. The students will be assigned a number of projects to be completed individually or in small groups.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 with a grade of B or better or appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics; Corequisite: MTH 229. Not open to students taken MTH 130.
Credits: 6
Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours
Pre-calculus material including functions, inverse functions, identities, theory of equations, and the binomial theorem. Material on calculus and analytic geometry corresponding to MTH 231 including limits, derivatives, rules of differentiation, trigonometric functions and their derivatives, differentiation, graph sketching, maxima/minima problems, related rates, antiderivatives, exponential and logarithmic functions. (math). Not open to students who have completed MTH 130.(STEM)
Group #6 - College Algebra and Analytical Geometry and Calculus I with Laboratory(3 classes required)
MTH 123: College Algebra and Trigonometry
Prerequisite MTH 30 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics
Credits: 4
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
Topics in algebra, including inequalities, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric functions, graphs and equations, inverse functions, elements of analytic geometry. Introduction to the use of graphing calculators. (math). (STEM)
Computer projects to reinforce calculus concepts from numerical and graphical points of view will be presented. Suitable mathematical software will be utilized. Problem solving techniques using the computer will be discussed. The students will be assigned a number of projects to be completed individually or in small groups.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 with a grade of A or MTH 130 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics. Corequisite: MTH 229.
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
The first of a three-semester sequence in calculus. Topics include limits, derivatives, rules of differentiation, trigonometric functions and their derivatives, differentials, graph sketching, maximum and minimum problems, related rates, antiderivatives, areas, exponential and logarithmic functions. (math). (STEM)
Group #7 - College Algebra w/Review, PreCalculus and Analytical Geometry and Calculus I with Laboratory(4 classes required)
MTH 123: College Algebra and Trigonometry
Prerequisite MTH 30 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics
Credits: 4
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
Topics in algebra, including inequalities, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric functions, graphs and equations, inverse functions, elements of analytic geometry. Introduction to the use of graphing calculators. (math). (STEM)
Prerequisite: MTH 123 or appropriate math placement
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
A functional approach to algebra and trigonometry. Selected topics such as trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, inverse trigonometric functions, complex numbers, rational functions, introduction to analytic geometry, inequalities, absolute value, theory of equations. Graphing calculators are used. (math). (STEM)Prerequisite: MTH 123 or MTH 125 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics.
Computer projects to reinforce calculus concepts from numerical and graphical points of view will be presented. Suitable mathematical software will be utilized. Problem solving techniques using the computer will be discussed. The students will be assigned a number of projects to be completed individually or in small groups.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 with a grade of A or MTH 130 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics. Corequisite: MTH 229.
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
The first of a three-semester sequence in calculus. Topics include limits, derivatives, rules of differentiation, trigonometric functions and their derivatives, differentials, graph sketching, maximum and minimum problems, related rates, antiderivatives, areas, exponential and logarithmic functions. (math). (STEM)
Group #8 - College Algebra w/Review, PreCalculus and Analytical Geometry and Calculus I with Laboratory(4 classes required)
MTH 125: College Algebra and Trigonometry with Intermediate Algebra Review
Prerequisite: appropriate CUNY math assessment score.
Credits: 4
Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours
Topics in algebra, including inequalities, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric functions, graphs and equations, inverse functions, elements of analytic geometry. Introduction to the use of graphing calculators. It includes a review of selected topics in Intermediate Algebra. Prerequisite: Appropriate math milestone or permission of the Department of Mathematics.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 or appropriate math placement
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
A functional approach to algebra and trigonometry. Selected topics such as trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, inverse trigonometric functions, complex numbers, rational functions, introduction to analytic geometry, inequalities, absolute value, theory of equations. Graphing calculators are used. (math). (STEM)Prerequisite: MTH 123 or MTH 125 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics.
Computer projects to reinforce calculus concepts from numerical and graphical points of view will be presented. Suitable mathematical software will be utilized. Problem solving techniques using the computer will be discussed. The students will be assigned a number of projects to be completed individually or in small groups.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 with a grade of A or MTH 130 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics. Corequisite: MTH 229.
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
The first of a three-semester sequence in calculus. Topics include limits, derivatives, rules of differentiation, trigonometric functions and their derivatives, differentials, graph sketching, maximum and minimum problems, related rates, antiderivatives, areas, exponential and logarithmic functions. (math). (STEM)
Group #9 - Calculus I Sequence with MTH 35(4 classes required)
MTH 123: College Algebra and Trigonometry
Prerequisite MTH 30 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics
Credits: 4
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
Topics in algebra, including inequalities, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric functions, graphs and equations, inverse functions, elements of analytic geometry. Introduction to the use of graphing calculators. (math). (STEM)
Computer projects to reinforce calculus concepts from numerical and graphical points of view will be presented. Suitable mathematical software will be utilized. Problem solving techniques using the computer will be discussed. The students will be assigned a number of projects to be completed individually or in small groups.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 with a grade of B or better or appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics; Corequisite: MTH 229. Not open to students taken MTH 130.
Credits: 6
Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours
Pre-calculus material including functions, inverse functions, identities, theory of equations, and the binomial theorem. Material on calculus and analytic geometry corresponding to MTH 231 including limits, derivatives, rules of differentiation, trigonometric functions and their derivatives, differentiation, graph sketching, maxima/minima problems, related rates, antiderivatives, exponential and logarithmic functions. (math). Not open to students who have completed MTH 130.(STEM)
A co-requisite recitation course to reinforce intermediate algebra skills for a select cohort of MTH 123 Students. Requisites: (Co-Requisite: MTH 123 or MTH 125 & Pre-Requisite: MTH 20 with a grade of S) or (Co-Requisite: MTH 123 or MTH 125 & appropriate math placement) or Permission of the Department of Mathematics.
Group #10 - Calculus I Sequence with MTH 30(4 classes required)
MTH 123: College Algebra and Trigonometry
Prerequisite MTH 30 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics
Credits: 4
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
Topics in algebra, including inequalities, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric functions, graphs and equations, inverse functions, elements of analytic geometry. Introduction to the use of graphing calculators. (math). (STEM)
Computer projects to reinforce calculus concepts from numerical and graphical points of view will be presented. Suitable mathematical software will be utilized. Problem solving techniques using the computer will be discussed. The students will be assigned a number of projects to be completed individually or in small groups.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 with a grade of B or better or appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics; Corequisite: MTH 229. Not open to students taken MTH 130.
Credits: 6
Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours
Pre-calculus material including functions, inverse functions, identities, theory of equations, and the binomial theorem. Material on calculus and analytic geometry corresponding to MTH 231 including limits, derivatives, rules of differentiation, trigonometric functions and their derivatives, differentiation, graph sketching, maxima/minima problems, related rates, antiderivatives, exponential and logarithmic functions. (math). Not open to students who have completed MTH 130.(STEM)
Group #11 - Analytical Geometry & Calculus and Laboratory with MTH 35(5 classes required)
MTH 123: College Algebra and Trigonometry
Prerequisite MTH 30 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics
Credits: 4
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
Topics in algebra, including inequalities, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric functions, graphs and equations, inverse functions, elements of analytic geometry. Introduction to the use of graphing calculators. (math). (STEM)
Prerequisite: MTH 123 or appropriate math placement
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
A functional approach to algebra and trigonometry. Selected topics such as trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, inverse trigonometric functions, complex numbers, rational functions, introduction to analytic geometry, inequalities, absolute value, theory of equations. Graphing calculators are used. (math). (STEM)Prerequisite: MTH 123 or MTH 125 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics.
Computer projects to reinforce calculus concepts from numerical and graphical points of view will be presented. Suitable mathematical software will be utilized. Problem solving techniques using the computer will be discussed. The students will be assigned a number of projects to be completed individually or in small groups.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 with a grade of A or MTH 130 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics. Corequisite: MTH 229.
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
The first of a three-semester sequence in calculus. Topics include limits, derivatives, rules of differentiation, trigonometric functions and their derivatives, differentials, graph sketching, maximum and minimum problems, related rates, antiderivatives, areas, exponential and logarithmic functions. (math). (STEM)
A co-requisite recitation course to reinforce intermediate algebra skills for a select cohort of MTH 123 Students. Requisites: (Co-Requisite: MTH 123 or MTH 125 & Pre-Requisite: MTH 20 with a grade of S) or (Co-Requisite: MTH 123 or MTH 125 & appropriate math placement) or Permission of the Department of Mathematics.
Group #12 - Analytical Geometry & Calculus and Laboratory with MTH 30(5 classes required)
MTH 123: College Algebra and Trigonometry
Prerequisite MTH 30 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics
Credits: 4
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
Topics in algebra, including inequalities, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric functions, graphs and equations, inverse functions, elements of analytic geometry. Introduction to the use of graphing calculators. (math). (STEM)
Prerequisite: MTH 123 or appropriate math placement
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
A functional approach to algebra and trigonometry. Selected topics such as trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, inverse trigonometric functions, complex numbers, rational functions, introduction to analytic geometry, inequalities, absolute value, theory of equations. Graphing calculators are used. (math). (STEM)Prerequisite: MTH 123 or MTH 125 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics.
Computer projects to reinforce calculus concepts from numerical and graphical points of view will be presented. Suitable mathematical software will be utilized. Problem solving techniques using the computer will be discussed. The students will be assigned a number of projects to be completed individually or in small groups.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 with a grade of A or MTH 130 or an appropriate math placement or permission of the Department of Mathematics. Corequisite: MTH 229.
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
The first of a three-semester sequence in calculus. Topics include limits, derivatives, rules of differentiation, trigonometric functions and their derivatives, differentials, graph sketching, maximum and minimum problems, related rates, antiderivatives, areas, exponential and logarithmic functions. (math). (STEM)
Pre Requisite: Bio 180/181 or Bio 160 and Mth 123 or 130 or 231 or 232
Credits: 4
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
A course for science majors emphasizing applications of statistics to problems in experimental biology, field biology, and environmental science. It covers descriptive statistics, probability and probability distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, and design of experiments. The following techniques are included: goodness of fit tests, t-tests, analysis of variance, correlation and regression, time series analysis, and nonparametric methods.
Pre Requisite: BIO 180/181 or BIO 160 and CHM 121/141
Credits: 4
Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours
A study of systemic physiology with emphasis on cell physiology, homeostasis, and control mechanisms in vertebrates, particularly mammals. Laboratory exercises include physiographic studies of various systems. Required for Biology and Medical Laboratory Technology majors.
Prerequisite: BIO 180 and BIO181, CHM 142 and CHM127
Credits: 4
Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours
A study of the mechanics and molecular basis of inheritance. The lectures will cover patterns of inheritance, structure and function of nucleic acids, recombinant DNA, bacterial genetics, and population genetics. Laboratory exercises will include studying patterns of inheritance with Drosophila melanogaster and techniques related to recombinant DNA work. Required of Biology majors.
The principles of the neo-Darwin theory of evolution; the origin and evolution of life; mechanisms of evolution and the roles of genetic variation, natural selection, isolation, and chance; species concepts and speciation; phylogeny; the tempo and mode of evolution; molecular evolution; the impact of genomics on evolutionary relationships; and an introduction to the use of pertinent scientific literature.
Pre Requisite: Bio 180 and BIO 181, Chm 142 and CHM 127. Co Requisite: Chm 250
Credits: 4
Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours
(formerly BIO 352) The eukaryotic cell is treated as a highly compartmentalized functional unit. Emphasis on cell cycle, DNA and chromosomal organization and functions, replication, transcription and translation, also organization and functional interrelationship of surface and internal membrane systems, exo/endocytosis and cytoskeleton. The lab component deals with selected topics illustrating key cell biology concepts. Required for Biology majors.
(formerly BIO 360) How interactions between organisms, and between organisms and the physical environment bring about adaptations in response to natural selection, and change in species diversity through evolutionary time. Population genetics, growth, and demography; competition; predation; and community and ecosystem structure and function are other major areas covered. Principles of ecology will be emphasized in laboratory work and in field studies of various natural habitats.
Prerequisite: MTH 123 or appropriate math placement
Credits: 4
Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours
Intended for Biology and Health Science majors. Weight, balance; forces and torques exerted by muscles; introduction to motion and fluid flow; conservation of energy in animate and inanimate systems; energy consumption and metabolism; heat, gravitation, molecular potential energies; energy levels and transitions; binding and dissociation in large and small systems; free energy in chemistry and biology. Articulated experiments include mechanical systems simulating forces and torques in the human arm, energy conversion such as electrical energy to heat. (science)(LP)(SW). Prerequisite: MTH 123 or MTH 125.
Continuation of PHY 116 for students requiring one year of physics. Extension of the energy concept to atoms and electricity; nuclear energy and radioactivity; electricity as energy and information transfer in animate and inanimate systems; magnetism; mass spectroscopy and its uses; light, with applications to the eye, the camera, microscopes, fiber-optical diagnostic instruments, and spectroscopy. Articulated experiments include optics, optical and mass spectroscopy, electricity, heat, instrumentation. (science).
Group #1 - General Chemistry I and II with Laboratories(4 classes required)
CHM 121: General Chemistry I Laboratory
CQ CHM 141
Credits: 1
Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours
Experiments reinforce important chemical concepts discussed in lectures, teach modern lab techniques, and emphasize present day interpretations of lab measurements. (science).
Prerequisite: MTH 125 OR Pre- or Co-Requisite: MTH 123Prerequisite: One-year high school chemistry or (CHM 100 and CHM 101) Co-Requisite: CHM 121
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
A study of the fundamental principles and laws concerning the structure and behavior of matter. The first semester covers atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, reactions, stoichiometry, and the gaseous, liquid, and solid states of matter. Note: Students are advised that satisfactory completion of one year of high school chemistry or a college-level introductory chemistry course is essential preparation for this course.
Group #2 - Introduction, General Chemistry I and II with Laboratories(6 classes required)
CHM 100: Introduction to Chemistry
Corequisite CHM 101 and Prerequisite MTH 025 or MTH 030.
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
Course material includes matter and energy, atoms and molecules, the periodic table, nomenclature, equations, mole concept, stoichiometry, solutions. Note: This course is intended for those students who have had no previous chemistry and for those returning to the subject after some years. The course is designed to prepare students for entry into CHM 141.
A laboratory course emphasizing basic chemical laboratory techniques. The experiments provide illustrations of concepts discussed in CHM 100. Use of computer software for laboratory data analysis and computer-assisted instruction.
Experiments reinforce important chemical concepts discussed in lectures, teach modern lab techniques, and emphasize present day interpretations of lab measurements. (science).
Prerequisite: MTH 125 OR Pre- or Co-Requisite: MTH 123Prerequisite: One-year high school chemistry or (CHM 100 and CHM 101) Co-Requisite: CHM 121
Credits: 3
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
A study of the fundamental principles and laws concerning the structure and behavior of matter. The first semester covers atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, reactions, stoichiometry, and the gaseous, liquid, and solid states of matter. Note: Students are advised that satisfactory completion of one year of high school chemistry or a college-level introductory chemistry course is essential preparation for this course.
The structure and properties of organic compounds are examined. Emphasis is given to reactions and synthesis of aliphatic and aromatic molecules. Stereochemistry and organic reaction mechanisms are introduced and thoroughly discussed.
A continuation of CHM 250 with an emphasis on functional group chemistry and bioorganic chemistry. By the end of the two-semester sequence IR and NMR analysis are discussed in detail in conjunction with classical methods of structural determination. (LP)(SW)(STEM)
BIO 424: Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Laboratory
PQ BIO233,CHM142,CHM127CQBIO32
Credits: 3
Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours
Methods in the cloning, expression, isolation, and analysis of nucleic acids (RNA and DNA) and recombinant proteins; introduction to computer methods and analysis in biotechnology; DNA sequencing and sequence analysis; experimental approaches for the analysis of regulation of gene expression including transfection, report analysis, etc.
State of the art experimental and computational methods are used to map relevant genome-wide profiles such as chromatin accessibility with ATAC-seq, regulatory and gene transcription with PRO-seq, DNA-protein interactions with CUT&Tag, or gene expression with RNA-seq. High-throughput sequencing of libraries is followed by quality control analysis, genomic mapping and genomic browser visualization. Prerequisite: BIO 233 AND 237
Current procedures for the microscopic study of tissues and cells. Advanced histological procedures involving paraffin embedding, sectioning, and staining with selected reactions will be used to study normal and experimentally modified tissues. Autoradiography and enzyme histochemistry will also be examined.
Introduction to natural communities. Emphasis on quantitative methods for community and ecosystem analysis. Field trips to be arranged. Prerequisites: BIO 360 and either BIO 272 or MTH 214.
BIO 458: Experimental Methods in Cell Biochemistry
Prerequisite: BIO 370 or BIO 372 and BIO 237
Credits: 3
Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours
Consists of the application of modern analytical methods to the study of the properties of cells and subcellular components. Emphasis will be placed on the mastering of laboratory techniques. Not credited toward the biochemistry major.
This course was last offered in the Spring 2024 semester.
(Regular Liberal Arts)
OR
BIO 460: Experimental Methods in Advanced Genetics
PQ BIO 233
Credits: 3
Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours
Current procedures in basic recombinant DNA techniques will be utilized including DNA isolation, restriction digestion, ligation, and analysis of recombinant products.
Biological aspects of the major diseases of humans, including heart disease, cancer, autoimmune diseases such as arthritis and multiple sclerosis; hereditary diseases such as sickle cell anemia and hemophilia; and bacterial and viral diseases such as tuberculosis, colds, and influenza. Principles of immunology, chemotherapy, and genetic engineering are among the major concepts that will be studied.
Social Foundations of Secondary Education (1 classes required)
EDS 201: Social Foundations of Secondary Education
Pre-Requisites: Sophomore standing and a GPA of 3.0 or above.
Credits: 4
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
This course examines the historical, philosophical, and cultural roots of contemporary education. The issues of race, class, gender, ability, immigration, and language acquisition are examined for their impact on the learning of adolescents. The course deepens students' understanding of the power that social, political, and economic forces have on the work of teachers and on the lives of adolescents, families, and communities. Students spend fifteen (15) hours in diverse and inclusive educational environments examining the relationship between theory and practice. (LA&S).
Psychological Foundations of Secondary Education (1 classes required)
EDS 202: Psychological Foundations of Secondary Education
Pre-Requisite: Any PSY Course, Sophmore Standing and a minimun cumulative GPA of 3.0
Credits: 4
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
This course examines major theories of pre-adolescent and adolescent development, with emphasis on implications for education. Major theories of development and the interaction between cognitive, emotional, and physical development are emphasized. Adolescents will be considered in the context of the larger community, with attention to language, culture, gender, and socioeconomic factors. Fifteen (15) hours of fieldwork in diverse and inclusive secondary educational settings increase the student's awareness of children with special needs and the implications for classroom learning. (LA&S).
The Pedagogy of Secondary School In Science (1 classes required)
EDS 304: The Pedagogy of Secondary School in Science
Pre-Requisites: EDS 201, EDS 202, EDS 318, and a GPA of 3.0 or above.
Credits: 4
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
Issues of teaching and learning science are examined with attention to planning, instruction, assessment, management, and the educational application of technology. Scientific concepts, structures, and language are explored in relation to developing strategies for instruction and providing for students' differing special needs. A fieldwork component of 35 hours is included.
The Secondary School Curriculum In Science (1 classes required)
EDS 318: The Secondary School Curriculum in Science
Pre-Requisite: EDS 201, EDS 202, GPA 3.0; and admission into Adolescence Education program; Biology or Chemistry.
Credits: 4
Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours
This course focuses on the science curriculum for the secondary school and calls upon the students' preparation in the Biology or Chemistry major to inform their study, particularly with respect to the selection, scope, and sequence of topics. In this way, the curriculum is examined from the specialist's standpoint. Central to this examination is the process of transforming knowledge of contact and curriculum for the purpose of teaching and learning. Topics include general principles for developing a science curriculum, connections to state and national standards, and resources for teaching science. A field work component of 35 hours is included.
Student Teaching In Secondary Education (1 classes required)
EDS 400: Student Teaching in Secondary Education
Co-Requisite: EDS 401. Prerequisites: EDS 201, EDS 202 and (EDS 315 or EDS 316 or EDS 317 or EDS 318 or EDS 319) and (EDS 301 or EDS 302 or EDS 303 or EDS 304 or EDS 305). An overall grade point average of 3.0; A grade point average of 3.0 in all education courses also required.
Credits: 6
Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours
Practice and problem solving in student teaching in secondary schools. Students are required to be in attendance at an assigned school full-time, (8:30am- 3:00pm) five days per week for one full semester. Students will have a grades 7-9 and a grades 10-12 placement. Application for a student teaching assignment must be filed with the Student Teaching Office the semester preceding the semester in which the student plans to student teach. Students must also submit three letters of recommendation from full-time Education faculty. To be taken concurrently with EDS 401. Graded Pass (P) or Fail (F). Prerequisites: EDS 201, EDS 202 and (EDS 315 or EDS 316 or EDS 317 or EDS 318 or EDS 319) and EDS 301 or EDS 302 or EDS 303 or EDS 304 or EDS 305/EDS 401. In addition, students must meet each of the following criteria: An overall grade point average of 3.0; a grade point average of 3.0 in all education courses; a minimal grade of C+ in all education courses; three faculty letters of recommendation, at least one from faculty in the student's major. Satisfactory fieldwork evaluations.
EDS 401: Reflection and Analysis in Student Teaching in Secondary Education
To be taken concurrently with EDS 400. Prerequisite: A GPA of 3.0 or above.
Credits: 2
Hours: 2.0 Lecture hours
Student teachers reflect upon the educational philosophies that they have studied and the methodologies that they are implementing as they develop their own philosophical approaches to teaching and learning. The teacher's role in developing environments that are safe and nurturing as well as intellectually stimulating and challenging for all students is examined. Hazards to children, including child abuse and substance abuse, will be discussed.