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AH 304 - Chinese Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms (bronze, ceramic, lacquer ware, jade) in China from prehistory to modern times.
Prerequisite(s): AH 104 or IS 210.
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AH 305 - African Art (4)
The arts of the indigenous peoples of West, Central and East Africa. May be offered concurrently at the graduate level as AH 505.
Prerequisite(s): 4 credits in art history or IS 230.
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AH 307 - Buddhist Art (4)
The development of architecture sculpture, painting, and other decorative arts as created by and for the practices of Buddhism from 3rd century B.C.E. to present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 104 or REL 350.
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AH 308 - Native American Art (4)
Native American art of the United States and Canada. Identical with AN 308.
Prerequisite(s): 4 credits in art history.
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AH 309 - Pre-Columbian Art (4)
The arts of the Indians of Mexico, Central America and South America prior to the Spanish Conquest. Identical with AN 309.
Prerequisite(s): 4 credits in art history or IS 250.
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AH 310 - Art of the Ancient Near East (4)
The architecture, sculpture and painting of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Iran, Asia Minor and Syria from the Neolithic to the Roman period. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100.
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AH 312 - Greek Art (4)
Development of architecture, sculpture and painting in ancient Greece from ca. 2000 B.C.E. until the period of Roman domination in the Mediterranean area, ca. 100 B.C.E. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge application integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge application integration: completion of the general education requirement in the arts knowledge integration area.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100.
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AH 314 - Roman Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in Etruria and in the Roman Republic and Empire from ca. 600 B.C.E. until the relocation of the capital at Constantinople in C.E. 330. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge application integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge application integration: completion of the general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100.
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AH 320 - Islamic Art (4)
The development of art and architecture in Islam from the seventh to the nineteenth century in the Middle East, Near East, North Africa, West and Central Asia, Arab and Moorish Spain, and the Muslim Indian subcontinent.
Prerequisite(s): AH 104 or IS 270.
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AH 322 - Early Medieval, Byzantine, and Romanesque Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in Christian Europe from C.E. 330 through the apex of monasticism, ca. C.E. 1150.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100.
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AH 326 - Gothic Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in western Europe from ca. 1150 through the period of the Crusades and medieval urbanism, ca. 1400.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100.
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AH 330 - Renaissance Art in Italy (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in Italy during the Renaissance from 1300 to 1600.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 334 - Renaissance Art in Northern Europe (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in northern Europe from 1400 to 1600.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 340 - Baroque Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in western Europe from 1600 to 1700.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 343 - Russian Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in Russia from the tenth century to the present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101 or IS 260.
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AH 345 - German Art (4)
Development of architecture, sculpture and painting in Germany from prehistory to 1871.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100 or 101.
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AH 348 - English Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in Britain from the Renaissance through the eighteenth century.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 349 - Latin American Art (4)
History and analysis of the visual arts of Latin America from contact to present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100, 101 or 104.
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AH 350 - American Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in the United States from the early colonial period to World War I.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 351 - Women in Art (4)
The traditional image of woman in art and the contribution of women artists in Europe and the United States from the Middle Ages until the present. Identical with WGS 351.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101 or WGS 200.
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AH 352 - African-American Art (4)
The arts of African-Americans from the colonial period to the present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 355 - Michigan Architecture (4)
The development of the commercial, domestic, industrial, public and religious architecture of Michigan from the period of early settlement to the present. May be offered concurrently at the graduate level as AH 555.
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AH 357 - Chinese Architecture (4)
The development of the built environment in China from prehistory to modern times with emphasis on structural and stylistic evolvement, cultural exchange, and ideological engagement.
Prerequisite(s): AH 104 or IS 210.
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AH 360 - Nineteenth-Century Art (4)
The development of sculpture, painting and related media in the western world from the French Revolution to 1900.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 361 - Modern Art 1900-1960 (4)
The development of sculpture, painting and related media in the western world from 1900 to 1960.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 362 - Art Since 1960 (4)
The development of sculpture, painting and related media in the Western world from 1960 to the present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 363 - Modern Architecture and Urban Design (4)
The development of architecture and urban design in Europe and the United States from the Industrial Revolution to the present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 364 - History and Theory of Graphic Design (4)
History and theory of design, including major movements, designers and critical issues in design discourse.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 367 - Film and the Visual Arts (4)
The study of film as a visual art and the relationship between film and twentieth-century artistic movements.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101 or CIN 150.
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AH 368 - History of Photography I, 1825 to 1914 (4)
Development of still photography as a mode of visual art and communication from its invention to the first world war.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 369 - History of Photography II, 1914 to Present (4)
The growth of still photography as a form of visual art and communication from the first world war to the present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 370 - History of Prints and Printmaking (4)
The graphic arts in Europe and America from 1450 to the present, including printmaking techniques, collecting and conservation. Students will study original prints.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 375 - History of the Decorative Arts (4)
The decorative arts in Europe and America from 1450 to the present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
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AH 380 - Museum Studies in Art History (4)
The study of the art museum, including an overview of the museum profession, management and care of collections, and the registration, conservation, exhibition and interpretation of art objects in a museum setting. The course format will include lectures and field trips.
Prerequisite(s): 16 credits in art history, of which at least 8 must be at the 300-400 level.
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AH 385 - Seminar in Art History (4)
Seminar in a specific area of art history. May be repeated in a subsequent semester on a different topic for credit, but may only be used once to satisfy a field category in the art history major. The subject area will determine the category.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100, AH 101 or AH 104 as appropriate for the seminar; AH 200 and permission of instructor.
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AH 387 - Critical Thinking and Writing in Art History II (4)
Introduction to critical theory and the application of its methodologies to the study of art. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): AH 200 or permission of instructor.
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AH 390 - Special Topics in Art History (4)
Specific topics in art history for which no regular course offerings exist. Topic will be announced before each offering. May be repeated for 4 additional credits.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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AH 391 - Readings In Art History (2)
Specific readings in art history, art criticism, connoisseurship and conservation. May be repeated in a subsequent semester on a different topic for a total of 4 credits.
Prerequisite(s): 16 credits in art history of which at least 8 must be at the 300-400 level and permission of instructor.
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AH 395 - Study Abroad in Art History (4)
Specific topics and directed individual research in art history offered through the Center for International Programs. Specific international program will be announced in the schedule of classes.
Prerequisite(s): permission of Director of International Education.
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AH 396 - Directed Study Abroad in Art History (1 to 4)
Directed individual research for art history majors who travel abroad to study art monuments. Topics must be approved by instructor before departure. May be repeated in a subsequent semester on a different topic for a total of up to 8 credits.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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AH 399 - Field Experience in Art History (4)
Field experience for art history majors under faculty supervision. An academic project that incorporates student performance in an occupational setting. May not be repeated for credit or taken by students who have received credit for SA 399.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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AH 495 - Senior Thesis in Art History I (2)
A two semester sequence in methodology and directed individual research for art history majors, culminating in a capstone research and writing project and an oral presentation. Offered in sequential fall and winter semesters. AH 495 must be taken first. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, AH 200, and 28 credits of art history of which at least 12 must be at the 300 level, and permission of instructor.
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AH 496 - Senior Thesis in Art History II (2)
A two semester sequence in methodology and directed individual research for art history majors, culminating in a capstone research and writing project, and an oral presentation. Offered in sequential fall and winter semesters. AH 495 must be taken first. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): AH 495.
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AH 497 - Apprentice College Teaching (2 or 4)
Supervised participation in teaching an undergraduate course in art history. Discussion of teaching objectives and methods.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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AH 499 - Independent Research in Art History (4)
Independent research for art history majors.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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BCM 453 - Biochemistry I (3)
First course in a comprehensive biochemistry sequence. Structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids. Enzyme mechanisms, kinetics and regulation. Bioenergetics and catabolism. Identical with CHM 453.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 235.
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BCM 454 - Biochemistry II (3)
Metabolic pathways and control. Nucleic acid structure, function and processing, including regulation of gene expression. Selected topics in molecular physiology. Identical with CHM 454.
Prerequisite(s): BCM/CHM 453.
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BCM 457 - Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
Techniques of extraction, separation, identification and quantification of biomolecules, including electrophoresis, chromatography and radioisotope techniques, with emphasis on mathematical treatment of experimental data. Identical with CHM 457. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive; completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): BCM/CHM 453 which may be taken concurrently.
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BCM 489 - Biotechnology Internship (2 to 4)
The application of biochemical principles and methods in an off-campus technical setting that has been pre-approved by program committee. Does not count toward major credit. Graded S/U. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisite(s): BCM 453, approved major standing and permission of instructor.
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BCM 490 - Biochemistry Research (1 to 4)
Laboratory experience in biochemical research requiring at least four hours of work per week per credit. May be repeated for credit. Graded S/U or numerically by written arrangement with faculty research mentor. Graded option requires a written report of research accomplishments and is limited to a total of 4 credits.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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BIO 101 - Foundations of Modern Biology (4)
Principles of biochemistry, energy transformation, metabolism, cell division, and heredity. Emphasizing problem-solving skills and the background necessary for success in more advanced biology courses. Especially suited for students majoring in science or allied health programs needing additional preparation prior to BIO 111. Not for major or minor credit in biology.
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BIO 104 - Human Biology (4)
Introduction to human biology with emphasis on human anatomy and physiology. Topics include cell biology, skeletal, muscular, digestive, cardiovascular, neural, hormonal and reproductive systems. Offered fall and winter semesters. Course does not count toward biology majors or minors. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
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BIO 110 - Life on Earth (4)
A survey course on the history of nature. The evolutionary emergence of plant and animal life from unicellular to multicellular organisms and eventually to humans is presented through lectures, text readings and films. Offered fall and winter semesters. Course does not count toward biology majors or minors. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
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BIO 111 - Biology I (4)
Introduction to cellular and molecular biology, enzymology, metabolism, genetics, cell division. One year of high school chemistry is strongly recommended. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
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BIO 113 - Biology II (4)
Introduction to the structure and function of plants and animals; nutrient acquisition, gas exchange, internal transport, excretion, chemical and nervous control, reproduction, behavior, ecology, evolution, and a synopsis of the major phyla. Offered fall and winter semesters. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111 recommended.
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BIO 116 - Biology Laboratory (1)
Laboratory and field experience emphasizing scientific method, scientific writing, Mendelian genetics, vertebrate anatomy and animal and plant diversity. Offered fall and winter semester.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 111 or BIO 113.
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BIO 121 - Clinical Anatomy and Physiology (5)
Basic human anatomy and physiology with clinical emphasis, specifically for pre-nursing students. Lectures are closely tied to laboratory activities. Computer simulations of cadaver dissections are used to teach and test anatomy. Course does not count toward biology majors or minors.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111.
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BIO 205 - Human Anatomy (4)
The integration of organs into systems and systems into the organism. Selected aspects of developmental, comparative and microanatomy also will be discussed. Relevant to students in health sciences, biological science and liberal arts studies. Offered fall and winter semesters.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111.
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BIO 206 - Human Anatomy Laboratory (1)
Dissection and identification of the musculoskeletal system as well as other major organ systems using human cadavers.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 205.
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BIO 207 - Human Physiology (4)
A detailed study of general physiological principles and mechanisms with emphasis on systemic physiology. Normal physiology of individual organ systems will be explored, with stress on the role each plays in the human homeostatic balance. Offered fall and winter semesters.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111.
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BIO 300 - Biology And Society (4)
The major concepts of modern biology that would serve as a foundation for the well-educated non-scientist, including evolutionary biology, molecular and cellular biology, genetic and medical interventions, the biological bases of behavior and social organization, and the effects of biological and chemical pollutants. Course does not count toward the biology major or minor. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or in the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
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BIO 301 - Ecology (5)
Basic ecological concepts, energy and materials flow, growth and regulation of populations, community interactions, chemical ecology and environmental biology. Includes laboratory experience. Offered fall semester.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, 113.
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BIO 303 - Field Biology (4)
An ecological and taxonomic study of the fauna of southeastern Michigan. Aims include competence in use of illustrated handbooks and keys, and skills in collecting, preserving and identifying. Offered summer semester both first and second sessions.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, 113, 116.
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BIO 305 - Histology (4)
Structural organization of vertebrate tissues and organs in relation to cell and tissue functions. Offered fall semester.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, 113.
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BIO 306 - Histology Laboratory (1)
Microscopic examination and identification of vertebrate tissues and organs. Preparation of histological slides.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 305.
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BIO 307 - Introduction to Human Microbiology (4)
Introduction to the biology of microorganisms emphasizing the infectious diseases they cause and their control. Bacterial, mycotic, protozoan and viral infections; immunology; epidemiology; pathogenic mechanisms; chemotherapy; microbial genetics; microbial growth; and microbial physiology. Required of students in the nursing program. Not open to students who have taken BIO 319.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111.
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BIO 308 - Human Microbiology Laboratory (1)
Introduction to techniques used for growing, isolating, and handling microbes. A microscopic examination and identification of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms including pathogens.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 307.
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BIO 309 - Biology of the Cell (4)
Introduction to the biology of the cell. Includes structure and function of cell organelles and physiological processes at the cellular and molecular levels.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111; BIO 113 or 207; CHM 157.
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BIO 310 - Biology of the Cell Laboratory (1)
Laboratory experience in cellular biology.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 309.
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BIO 311 - Botany (5)
A course in plant biology including topics on gross and microscopic structure, physiological processes, reproduction and development. Diversity within the plant kingdom and evolutionary history are also discussed. Includes laboratory experience.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, 113, 116.
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BIO 315 - Fundamentals of Biochemistry (4)
Structure, assembly, and function of biomolecules and subcellular components; enzyme catalysis and regulation; generation of metabolic energy; electron transport and photosynthesis, metabolism of carbohydrates, amino acids and proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids; nutrition and health implications.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, and CHM 201 or 234.
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BIO 317 - Vertebrate Zoology (5)
Introduction to evolution, biology and classification of vertebrates, including fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals. Emphasis on a comparative approach to examining the anatomy, physiology, evolution, ecology, behavior, and life history aspects of vertebrates. Lecture focuses on a comparative analysis of all vertebrate groups, lab exercises separately treat the major groups.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, 113, 116.
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BIO 319 - General Microbiology (4)
Concepts include microbial metabolism and physiology, genetics and genomics, diversity and evolution, growth control and aseptic techniques, host-parasite relationships, and survey of human bacterial and viral pathogens. Emerging techniques and applications in molecular biology and genetic engineering will also be considered as they relate to microbiology. Not open to students who have taken BIO 307. Offered fall and winter semesters.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 315, 325; BCM 453, or CHM 453.
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BIO 320 - General Microbiology Laboratory (1)
Introduction to techniques used for growing, isolating, and handling microbes, as well as a survey of traditional and molecular approaches to microbe identification and analysis.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 319.
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BIO 321 - Physiology (4)
A detailed study of physiological principles: the internal environment, bioenergetics, transport, osmoregulation, respiration, conduction, contraction and circulation.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 315, 325; BCM 453; or CHM 453.
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BIO 322 - Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory (1)
Laboratory exercises in anatomical organization from cellular to organ systems with integrated physiological experiments.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 207 or BIO 321.
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BIO 323 - Developmental Biology (4)
An examination of mechanisms regulating the development of various organisms. Emphasis on the cellular and molecular controls that govern gametogenesis, fertilization, tissue formation, cellular interactions and gene activity. Offered alternate winter semesters.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 309 or 341.
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BIO 324 - Developmental Biology Laboratory (1)
A series of observations and experimental exercises on a variety of organisms designed to expose the student to basic patterns of development, embryonic structures and techniques to analyze developmental processes.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 323.
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BIO 325 - Biochemistry I (4)
Science-intensive study of the structure, function, and isolation of biomolecules and subcellular components; enzyme catalysis and regulation; principles of metabolism, generation of metabolic energy by glycolysis, Krebs’ cycle and oxidative phosphorylation; and molecular approaches in biological research.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111.
Pre/Corequisite(s): CHM 234.
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BIO 326 - Biochemistry I Laboratory (1)
Cellular extraction and purification of enzymes and enzymes kinetics. Analytical and quantitative methods for characterization of protein structure and activity.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 116.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 325.
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BIO 327 - Dendrology (4)
The study of trees and shrubs; their identification, biology and ecology and the importance of woody plants to people. Includes laboratory experience. Offered in alternate fall semesters.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, 113, 116.
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BIO 341 - Genetics (4)
Fundamentals of classical and molecular genetics. Selected topics in human genetics, microbial genetics, biochemical genetics, molecular biology, cytogenetics and genomics. Offered fall and winter semesters.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111.
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BIO 342 - Genetics Laboratory (1)
Laboratory experience in genetics, including elementary experiments in Mendelian genetics and molecular genetics. Principles of hypothesis testing and data analysis.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, 116.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 341.
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BIO 351 - Neurobiology (4)
Properties of individual nerve cells and small groups of nerve cells involved in information processing. Emphasis is placed on the cellular and molecular basis of excitability and synaptic transmission, membrane receptor systems and signaling, neuronal plasticity, and sensory and motor functions in relation to neurological disorders. Offered winter semester.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, 113; CHM 158.
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BIO 353 - Animal Behavior (4)
The genetics, physiology, ecology and evolution of animal behavior. Emphasis is on social behavior, especially the behavior of social insects. Offered fall semester.
Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
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BIO 354 - Animal Behavior Laboratory (1)
An introduction to the study of animal behavior in the field and in the laboratory. Topics will include experimental design, data analysis, and writing in the scientific format.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 116 (with a grade of 2.0 or higher).
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BIO 355 - Neuropharmacology (4)
Examination of drugs that affect nervous tissue. Include basic principles and fundamentals of pharmacological actions on neurons and their synapses in relation to autonomic function, control of movement, mood and emotion, addictive disorders, higher cognitive function and psychosis, sleep arousal, pain, memory, dementias, and seizures and stroke.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 234 and BIO 207 or 321.
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BIO 373 - Field Botany (4)
A local flora course in identifying vascular plants occurring naturally in Michigan. Emphasis is on flowering plants, although ferns and coniferous species are also treated. Includes field trips to representative natural areas in southeast Michigan. Offered summer semester, first session.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, 113.
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BIO 377 - Marine Biology (4)
Overview of the ocean environment with emphasis on marine organisms. Marine communities and adaptations from the intertidal zone to the abyssal plains will be presented.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, 113.
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BIO 381 - Gross Human Anatomy (4)
Combined lectures and laboratories primarily for upper-level health science majors. Study of human body systems with emphasis on the musculoskeletal system; morphological correlate of human physiological functions; and dissection of cadaver.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 321 and permission of instructor.
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BIO 387 - Evolutionary Biology (4)
Exploration of the processes of evolution and their past and current influence on organisms of today. Topics include origin of variability, natural selection, differentiation of populations, speciation, phylogenetic concepts, evolutionary ecology and sociobiology. BIO 341 recommended.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, 113.
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BIO 399 - Occupational Experience in Biology (2 to 4)
Occupational experience in biology with faculty supervision that incorporates student performance in a professional setting. May not be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): junior/senior standing. 16 credits in biology of which 8 must be at the 300-400 level and permission of instructor.
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BIO 401 - Advanced Human Physiology (4)
Lectures and discussion emphasizing the human organism and the experimental basis for current concepts and techniques. Topics include: reproduction, circulation, respiration, electrophysiology and cellular mechanisms in physiological processes. Offered fall semester.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 207 or 321.
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BIO 403 - Advanced Human Anatomy (4)
Advanced study of anatomy through human cadaver dissection. Topics include organ structure and relationships, blood supply innervation, and lymphatics. Clinical correlations and applications will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 or 206.
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BIO 405 - Directed Readings in Biology (1 to 4)
Term paper based on library research of a current research-oriented biological topic. May be taken more than once. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major when taken for 3 or 4 credits. Prerequisite for writing requirement: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): written agreement with a biology faculty supervisor.
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BIO 407 - Cellular Biochemistry (4)
Advanced discussion of cellular control mechanisms emphasizing recent developments in the biochemistry of proteins and nucleic acids. Offered fall semester.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 325.
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BIO 409 - Endocrinology (4)
Endocrine systems, mechanisms of hormone action, interactions among hormones,the roles of hormones in growth, differentiation, and reproduction; tumor suppressor genes and oncogenes. Emphasis will be placed on human endocrine disorders and their clinical significance.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 207 or 321.
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BIO 413 - Advanced Topics in Cell Physiology (4)
Discussion and lecture course offered by faculty members with research interests in cell physiology. Topics to be announced.
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BIO 417 - Molecular Biology (4)
Basic molecular biology of viruses, prokaryotes, and eukaryotes with emphasis on cloning, expression and regulation of genes, applications of recombinant DNA, cancer, and genetic diseases/disorders.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 325 or 341.
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BIO 418 - Molecular Biology Laboratory (2)
Basic techniques in molecular biology: isolation and characterization of DNA and RNA, cloning, restriction analysis, nucleic acid hybridization and recombinant DNA techniques.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 417.
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