• BIOL 3990: Advanced Topics in Biology

  2.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Discussion and investigation of selected topics in advanced biology. One two-hour meeting per week. A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a biological science major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other biology course. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1610 and BIOL 1615 and BIOL 1620 and BIOL 1625 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Repeatable for Add?l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 8 Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    BIOL 1610 A BIOL 1615 A BIOL 1620 A BIOL 1625
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• BIOL 4070: Capstone: History and Literature of Biology

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Study of the historical development of biology relative to personal philosophies of scientists and to social, cultural, and technological factors by reading of science literature. Three hours (3) of lecture per week. A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a biological science major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other biology course. (Spring - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3110 and satisfactory completion of the ETS Major Field Exam - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    BIOL 3110
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• BIOL 4220: Capstone: Plant Defenses and Medical Botany

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  A discussion of the history, ecology, and importance of plant defenses; their relationship to modern medicinal compounds; and how plant defenses affect the physiology of organisms. Three (3) hours of lecture per week. A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or higher) must be earned in this course to be counted in a biological sciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other biology course. (Spring - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3110 and satisfactory completion of the ETS Major Field Exam - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    BIOL 3110
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• BIOL 4400: Neurobiology

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  An introduction to the structure and function of the nervous system. Topics will include cellular neurobiology, how organisms sense and respond to environmental stimuli, and cognitive neuroscience. Three (3) hours of lecture per week. A minimum grade of "C" (2.0) or higher must be earned in this course before it can be counted in the biological sciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other biology course. (Fall - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): [(BIOL 3270 and BIOL 3275) or (BIOL 3310 and BIOL 3315)] and satisfactory completion of the ETS Major Field Exam - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    ( BIOL 3270 A BIOL 3275 ) ( O BIOL 3310 A BIOL 3315 )
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• BIOL 4410: Animal Behavior

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Study of adaptive value of animal behavior and behavioral diversity, including foraging, territoriality, communication, mating systems, sexual selection, and social behavior, with emphasis on evolutionary and ecological interpretations. Three (3) hours of lecture per week. Field trip to the Pacific Ocean may be scheduled. A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a biological science major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other biology course. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3110 and MATH 1040 and satisfactory completion of the ETS Major Field Exam - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    BIOL 3110 A MATH 1040
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• BIOL 4500: Capstone: Biology of Disease

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  The goal of this course is to provide inquisitive, self-directed students with an appreciation of the complexity of biological systems. The emphasis is top-down, beginning with a condition, moving toward explication of the underlying biochemical, cell biological, and molecular biological mechanisms. Topics will be integrated with other courses, such as genetics, evolution, ecology, economics, etc. A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a biological science major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other biology course. (Fall - Even Years, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3060 and satisfactory completion of the ETS Major Field Exam - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    BIOL 3060
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• BIOL 4650: Capstone: Conservation Biology

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Principles and concepts of conservation biology with emphasis on management of biodiversity (including genetic diversity), ecosystems, and populations and on socio-economic and political factors related to conservation. Course requirements include a service learning project. Three (3) hours lecture per week. A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a biological science major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other biology course. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3110 and satisfactory completion of the ETS Major Field Exam - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    BIOL 3110
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• BIOL 4830: Individual Study

  1.00 - 9.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Individual study of topics in biology arranged by contract with an appropriate faculty supervisor. Variable times. A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a biological science major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other biology course. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Pass/Fail] Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission Repeatable for Add?l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 9 Registration Restriction(s): None
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• BIOL 4840: Cooperative Education

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Observation and activities in professional practice situations on or off campus arranged by contract with an appropriate faculty supervisor. Variable times. A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a biological science major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other biology course. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Pass/Fail] Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission Repeatable for Add?l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 4 Registration Restriction(s): None
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• BIOL 4850: Undergraduate Research

  1.00 - 9.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Original lab or field research in biology arranged by contract with an appropriate faculty supervisor. Variable times. A minimum grade of "C" (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a biological science major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other biology course. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission Repeatable for Add?l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 10 Registration Restriction(s): None
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