Biology
Bio 101/141 General Biology I and Lab
Bio 203: Death, Disease and Sex in the Medieval Period, Writing intensive thread, 3 credit hours
This course counts as a Science in Society course in the Meredith general education program. In addition, it has a writing intensive thread. Although it was designed for non-science majors it can be used by Biology Majors as Biology elective credit. The only prerequisite is that students have one laboratory science course in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Geography.
This course investigates how epidemic diseases shape human societies, and how continued cultural and technological innovation creates conditions favorable for such epidemics. Two disease complexes constitute the primary focus of this course: Black Death for the Middle Ages and Syphilis for the Renaissance. These will also serve as historical models for understanding current emerging diseases such as HIV, SARS, West Nile Virus, Mad Cow, and Ebola.
BIO-205 BIOLOGY AND SOCIETY (3.00 cr.)
Recent advances in biology and medicine are creating many new and complex social issues and confl icts. Developing a community of concerned responsibility to resolve these issues requires an understanding of the underlying biological principles involved and of the various potential solutions. Through a series of selected topics Biology and Society will present the pertinent basic biological concepts and will foster discussion of values and issues involved in making personal decisions about each topic. Prerequisite: Any lab science course.
BIO 251:CELL BIOLOGY (3 cr. hours)
Cell Biology is required for biology (Health Science & Molecular Biology) and Nutrition majors. Cell Biology can also be taken as an elective for Biology minors, and by any student interested in a career in health-related fields. Prerequisites are BIO 102 & 142; CHE 111 & 141.
Cell biology forms the basis for all modern biology and medicine. This course will focus on questions like – How do cells use energy? How do proteins work? How do cells reproduce? What happens when cellular processes go wrong? How do these mistakes lead to disease? We will take an active-learning, theme-based approach to finding these answers and more. Students will have the opportunity to participate in projects designed to enhance their understanding of the cell-biological basis for cancer, HIV-AIDS and stem-cell technology.
BIO322/342: Human Anatomy & Physiology and Lab (4 cr. hours)
Through both lecture and hands-on laboratory exercises, Human Anatomy & Physiology provides an introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Although a systems approach is used in establishing the sequence and content of the course, emphasis is placed on the inter-relationships of systems based on concepts of homeostasis. In addition to being a necessary course for health professions students that require a one-semester A&P course, it is also anticipated that concepts learned will also aide students in directing their personal life-styles, as well as fulfilling the Science in Society general education requirement at Meredith. BIO 322 and 342 are corequisites.
Bio 334/344: Microbiology and Lab, 4 credit hours
Microbiology is required for Meredith's biology and nutrition majors. This course is often a prerequisite for medical and nursing school and can be taken as an elective biology course. Prerequisites are Bio 102 & 142 or Bio 256, and Chem 211 & 241.
This course and lab introduces students to the basic biology of bacteria and viruses. Although these are the tiniest of all living organisms, microbes have an enormous impact on our world. We will explore the environmental, medical and industrial importance and uses of microbes in both class and lab. In addition to learning sterile technique and other basic microbiology lab practices, students will isolate and identify bacteria from the environment and use biochemical and molecular biology techniques to solve a "food poisoning mystery."
BIO 942/943: Human Anatomy & Physiology I and Lab (4 cr. hours)
For students preparing for careers in the health professions, including NURSING, MEDICINE, DENTISTRY, PHARMACY, and PHYSICAL THERAPY.
Human Anatomy and Physiology I is a lecture/laboratory course on the functional anatomy of human cells and tissues, organization of the body, the integument, the skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system and sensory structures. The perspective of the course is on the relationship between structure and function, adaptation through evolution, and homeostasis. Students cannot receive credit for BIO 322/342 and BIO 942/943. BIO 942 and 943 are corequisites.
BIO 944/945: Human Anatomy & Physiology II and Lab (4 cr. hours)
For students preparing for careers in the health professions, including NURSING, MEDICINE, DENTISTRY, PHARMACY, and PHYSICAL THERAPY.
Human Anatomy and Physiology II is a lecture/laboratory course on the functional anatomy of the endocrine system, reproductive system, digestive system, respiratory system, excretory system, and circulatory system. The perspective of the course is on the relationship between structure and function, adaptation through evolution, and homeostasis. Prerequisites are BIO 322/342 or BIO 942/943. BIO 944 and 945 are corequisites.
Schedule: download the schedule (.doc)
| Term | Section Name | Title | Cred |
Building |
Room |
Days |
Start Time |
End Time |
| First Six Week | BIO-101-A | General Biology I | 3 |
SMB |
118 |
MTWH |
5:30 PM |
7:10 PM |
| First Six Week | BIO-101-B | General Biology I | 3 |
SMB |
118 |
MTWH |
5:30 PM |
7:10 PM |
| First Six Week | BIO-141-A | General Biology I Laboratory | 1 |
SMB |
165 |
TH |
7:10 PM |
9:00 PM |
| First Six Week | BIO-203-A | Disease in the Mid. Ages -WI | 3 |
SMB |
119 |
MTWH |
8:30 AM |
10:00 AM |
| First Six Week | BIO-322-A | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 3 |
SMB |
162 |
MTWH |
8:30 AM |
10:00 AM |
| First Six Week | BIO-334-A | Microbiology | 3 |
SMB |
118 |
MTWH |
8:30 AM |
10:00 AM |
| First Six Week | BIO-342-A | Human Anat. and Physiol. Lab | 1 |
SMB |
115 |
MTWH |
10:00 AM |
11:45 AM |
| First Six Week | BIO-344-A | Microbiology Laboratory | 1 |
SMB |
121 |
MTWH |
10:00 AM |
11:45 AM |
| First Six Week | BIO-942-A | Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 3 |
SMB |
115 |
MTWH |
1:00 PM |
2:30 PM |
| First Six Week | BIO-943-A | Human Anat. & Physiol. I Lab | 1 |
SMB |
115 |
MTWH |
2:30 PM |
4:00 PM |
| First Three Week | BIO-252-A | Human Genetics | 3 |
SMB |
160 |
MTWH |
1:00 PM |
3:50 PM |
| Second Six Week | BIO-251-A | Cell Biology | 3 |
SMB |
118 |
MTWH |
1:00 PM |
2:20 PM |
| Second Six Week | BIO-944-A | Human Anat. & Physiology II | 3 |
SMB |
115 |
MTWH |
1:00 PM |
2:30 PM |
| Second Six Week | BIO-945-A | Human Anat. & Physiol. II Lab | 1 |
SMB |
115 |
MTWH |
2:30 PM |
4:00 PM |
| Second Three Week | BIO-205-A | Biology and Society | 3 |
SMB |
160 |
MTWH |
1:00 PM |
3:50 PM |
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