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Courses in Biology
BA Biology Major Checklist
BS Biology Major Checklist
BIOL 103: Principles of Biology
Biochemical, cellular, genetic, ecological, and evolutionary principles of biology
BIOL 104: Intro to Biol. Diversity
Introduction to the diversity of living organisms and their interrelationships
BIOL 113: Prin. Biol. Laboratory
Laboratory methods/techniques of biology to accompany BIOL 103
BIOL 114: Intro Biol. Laboratory
Characteristics and evol. patterns among organisms (accompanies BIOL 104)
BIOL 160: Human Biology *
Biological principles of the human body
BIOL 161: Human Biol. Lab *
Laboratory component of BIOL 160
BIOL 180: Biodiversity/Conserv. *
Survey of biological diversity and issues that threaten all living organisms
BIOL 181 Bio./Conserv. Lab *
Laboratory component of BIOL 180
BIOL 210: Topics in Cell Biology
Bridging course on the fundamental concepts of cell structure and function
BIOL 215: Lab Methods in Biology
Hands-on experience w/ a wide range of basic biological laboratory techniques
BIOL 220: Ecol. Evol. Processes
Introduction to ecological and evolutionary theory and principles
BIOL 225: Biostatistics
Introduction to biostatistical concepts and methods
BIOL 244: SEM: Theory
Operation of the SEM and preparation of specimens
BIOL 245: SEM: Practical App.
Prepares students to use the SEM in other courses or research
BIOL 260: The Human Brain
Survey of basic anatomy and physiology of the human brain
BIOL 275: Intro. Marine Biology
Survey of diversity of life along marine shorelines (two week field course)
BIOL 280: Man & Environment
Human evolution and the effects of human populations on the natural world
BIOL 302: Cellular Communications
Mechanisms used by all cells to monitor and respond to their environment
BIOL 305: Animal Physiology
Physical and chemical conditions of the internal environment of animals
BIOL 308: Plant Cell Function
Structural, biochemistry and physiology of cells in photosynthetic organisms
BIOL 312: Microbiology
Introduction to morphological and physiological characteristics of microbes
BIOL 315: Biomechanics
Study of animal locomotion in aquatic, aerial, and terrestrial systems
BIOL 318: Developmental Biology
Regulation of developmental stages and tissue development in animal embryos
BIOL 322: Symbiosis
Diversity of interactions among prokaryotes, fungi, protists, plants and animals
BIOL 325: Advanced Ecology
Modern topics in physiological, behavioral, and evolutionary ecology
BIOL 328: Conservation Biology
Theoretical and applied aspects of the preservation of biological diversity
BIOL 331: Invertebrate Zoology
Taxonomic survey of the invertebrate phyla
BIOL 332: Vertebrate Zoology
Evolutionary relationships and natural history of the vertebrates
BIOL 335: Local Flora
Systematic study of vascular plants native to the Appalachian region
BIOL 336: Evol. Morph. of Plants
Evolutionary history and comparative morphology of major plant groups
BIOL 337: Anatomy
Study of fine and gross anatomy of mammals with emphasis on humans
BIOL 338: Parasitology
Survey of select pathogenic species within the animal kingdom
BIOL 352: Immunology & Serology
Principles of antigen-antibody reactions and applications to disease diagnosis
BIOL 353: Environ. Microbiology
Microbiology, biochemistry, and bacterial physiology relating to the environment
BIOL 360: Molecular Genetics
Introduction to the molecular aspects of genetics
BIOL 372: Biochemistry
Topics in biochemistry including metabolic synthesis and degradation pathways
BIOL 373: Analytical Biochemistry
Laboratory course to identify and quantify biologically active compounds
BIOL 374: Animal Physiology
Study of physiological principles as they relate to human organ systems
BIOL 375: Adv. Marine Biology
Survey of diversity of life along marine shorelines (two week field course)
BIOL 380: Nat. Hist. Appalachians
Geology, climate, soils, flora, and fauna of the Appalachian range
BIOL 387: Coop. Ed. Proj. I
see Dr. Jansen
BIOL 388: Coop. Ed. Proj. I
see Dr. Jansen
BIOL 398: Preparing Life Scientist I
Prepares 2nd/3rd year students for post-graduate life (e.g., writing, presentations, etc.)
BIOL 399: Preparing Life Scientist II
Prepares 2nd/3rd year students for post-graduate life (e.g., grant proposals, symposia)
BIOL 400: Virology
Study of the basic structure and function of viruses
BIOL 405: Mycology
Phylogeny and significance to humans of fungal diversity
BIOL 410: Limnology
Biological, chemical and physical factors influencing freshwater life
BIOL 415: Neurobiology
Introduction to basic neuroanatomy/neurophysiology at the molecular/cellular levels
BIOL 420: Microbial Diversity
Biology and economic significance of microbes from all three domains of life
BIOL 425: Regulation of Transcription
Role of transcription factors in determining the fate of a cell
BIOL 430: Principles of Toxicology
The fate & behavior of chemicals in the environment; effects of pollutants on ecosystems
BIOL 441: Clinical Training I
Required for B.S. in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science Program
BIOL 442: Clinical Training II
Required for B.S. in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science Program
BIOL 458: Medicinal Plants
Biochemistry and pharmacology of plant-derived drugs/herbal medicines
BIOL 460: Paleobotany
Evolutionary history of the plants drawn from evidence of the fossil record
BIOL 487: Coop. Ed. Proj. II
see Dr. Jansen
BIOL 488: Coop. Ed. Proj. II
see Dr. Jansen
BIOL 493: Biol. Laboratory Intern.
Preparation and instruction for biology laboratories taught at UVa Wise
BIOL 494: Biol. Professional Intern.
Opportunity to work with and learn from professionals in an off-campus setting
BIOL 495: Special Topics in Biol.
see Dr. Jansen
BIOL 496: Special Topics in Biol.
see Dr. Jansen
BIOL 497: Independent Study
see Dr. Jansen
BIOL 499: Senior Seminar
Discussion of current research and literature in an open forum
* Denotes a course that does not count toward a degree in the Department of Natural Sciences
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