• BIOL 4520: Psychobiology

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Psychobiology is a senior-level course with a laboratory component. Nerve cell conduction, neurotransmission, and neuroanatomy are investigated in the context of human cognition and behavior through lecture, discussion, neural simulation, and lab dissection. A research-based approach is used throughout the course, and students complete research projects in lab using neural simulation software. Ethical issues in brain research are integrated into discussions when relevant. Dual listed with PSY 4520. Students may only take one course for credit. Co-requisite: PSY 4525 or BIOL 4525. Prerequisites: PSY 3710 OR BIOL 2420 (either Grade C or higher); AND PSY 3000 OR BIOL 3150 (either Grade C or higher); AND Psychology major, Biology major, or Integrated Studies major with Psychology or Biology emphasis. SP (Even
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• BIOL 4525: Psychobiology Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Lab portion of PSY 4520 / BIOL 4520. Dual listed with PSY 4525. Students may only take one course for credit. Course fee required. Prerequisites: PSY 3710 OR BIOL 2420 (either Grade C or higher); AND PSY 3000 OR BIOL 3150 (either Grade C or higher); AND Psychology major, Biology major, or Integrated Studies major with Psychology or Biology emphasis. Corequisites: PSY 4520 or BIOL 4520. SP (even)
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• BIOL 4600: Plant Physiology

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Fulfills a physiology elective for students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree who desire more coverage of botany topics. Emphasizes physical and chemical basis of plant life relative to absorption, transpiration, manufacture of foods, growth, and reproduction. Successful completers will have an understanding of the interaction between the structure and function of plants. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe and apply the fundamental concepts of plant physiology. 2. Describe the physiological mechanisms of plant growth, function, and development. 3. Explain how plants respond to their environment and apply the information to scientific and agricultural scenarios. Prerequisites: BIOL 3010, BIOL 3030; and CHEM 1220 (Grade C or higher). Corequisite: BIOL 4605. SP
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• BIOL 4605: Plant Physiology Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Lab portion of BIOL 4600, providing hands-on activities involving observation and measurement of various plant functions and requiring students to collect and summarize data in reports. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply and experiment with the fundamental concepts of plant physiology. 2. Describe the physiological mechanisms of plant growth, function, and development. 3. Compare how different plants respond to their environment and apply the information to scientific and agricultural scenarios. Course fee required. Prerequisite:CHEM 1225 (Grade C or higher). Corequisite: BIOL 4600. SP
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• BIOL 4810R: Independent Research

  1.00 - 6.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Individual areas of study will be assigned to students based on preparation and interest. Students will be expected to write a paper (using supporting scientific sources) related to the problem studied. No more than 6 credits in any combination of internship, independent research, or senior thesis can count toward Biology degree requirements. Variable credit: 1.0 - 6.0. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduation and program restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Articulate a clear biological research question or problem and formulate testable hypotheses. 2. Define and articulate terminology, concepts, and theory relevant to a particular research project. 3. Define and apply various research methodologies and when to apply them. 4. Identify problems and effectively problem solve to circumvent research setbacks. 5. Report on research to those in the field and broader audiences through research publications and/or public presentations. Prerequisites: Advanced standing; AND Instructor permission. FA, SP, SU
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• BIOL 4890R: Life Science Internship

  1.00 - 8.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  For students who are granted and accept an internship with an approved employer, or a governmental, non-profit, or private agency, that provides an extensive learning experience in the field of biology. Students must be supervised by an agency representative and a faculty advisor. Written contracts of expectations and terms and permission of the Biology Department Chair are required. No more than 6 credits in any combination of internship, independent research, or senior thesis can count toward Biology degree requirements. Variable credit: 1.0 - 8.0. Repeatable up to 8 credits subject to graduation and program restrictions. Offered based upon sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will: 1. Acquire work experience and an insight as to the type of career possible by observing a qualified provider. 2. Employ proficient writing skills by producing a summary paper at the conclusion of the internship. 3. Demonstrate collaborative team skills while participating in the internship experience. Prerequisites: Advanced standing; and Instructor permission. FA, SP, SU
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• BIOL 4910: Senior Seminar

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Senior Seminar is required of students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree. Topics and themes will vary. Each student will be expected to lead the class in a current research and literature in the general fields of biological science for one week and submit a synthesis paper on a selected topic. Limited enrollment course. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate the ability to utilize a scientific journal database to obtain information about a specific biological question or interest. 2. Paraphrase, interpret, and evaluate scientific papers. 3. Demonstrate effective communication of current topics in biology to the public in both written and oral forms. 4. Demonstrate the use of current presentation software. 5. Develop skills to summarize information learned from scientific literature and oral presentations and ask relevant questions. Course fee required. Prerequisites: ENGL 2010 and Advanced Standing in the Biology Program. FA, SP
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• BIOL 4930R: Senior Thesis

  1.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  For Biology majors who wish to write a scientific paper of publishable quality that details an extended individual research project planned and carried out by the student under faculty supervision, approved by a committee of at least two faculty members and the department chair. Usually, a semester or two of independent research (BIOL 4810, BIOL 4820, and/or BIOL 4830) will precede registration for the senior thesis. Students will be expected to present oral and written reports of experimental results. Final draft of the thesis will be due two weeks before the beginning of final exams. No more than 4 credits in any combination of internship, independent research, independent study, and senior thesis can count toward Biology degree requirements. Permission of the Biology Department Chair is required. Variable credit: 1 - 4. Repeatable up to 4 credits subject to graduation and program restrictions. Offered based upon sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate the correct use of the necessary tools and techniques needed to complete a research project. 2. Produce a paper suitable for publication at the end of the project. 3. Demonstrate independent learning of new technologies and concepts in order to complete the project. 4. Synthesize and analyze information from a variety of sources. 5. Produce independent scholarly work of professional or near professional quality in their field. Prerequisites: BIOL 3110 (can be concurrently enrolled), and Senior standing; and Instructor permission.
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• BIOL 4990R: Seminar in Biology

  0.50 - 3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  For students wishing instruction that is not available through other regularly scheduled courses in this discipline. Occasionally, students request some type of non-traditional instruction, or an unanticipated opportunity for instruction presents itself. This seminar course provides a variable-credit context for these purposes. As requirements, this seminar course must first be pre-approved by the department chair; second, it must provide at least nine contact hours of lab or lecture for each credit hour offered; and third, it must include some academic project or paper (i.e., credit is not given for attendance alone). This course may include standard lectures, travel and field trips, guest speakers, laboratory exercises, or other non-traditional instruction methods. Note that this course is an elective and does not fulfill general education or program requirements. Variable credit: 1.0 - 3.0. Repeatable as topics vary. No more than six credits will count toward degree requirement. Offered based upon sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will: 1. Discuss issues associated with selected scientific topics. 2. Demonstrate an ability to critically read, reflect upon, and summarize scientific information. 3. Summarize and synthesize scientific information on a specific subject related to the course topic in a paper and/or oral presentation.
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• BTEC 1010: Fundamentals of Biotechnology

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Introductory course required of all students in the biotechnology program. This course explores careers in biotechnology with emphasis on central dogma of biology, DNA techniques, recombinant DNA technology and their applications in biotech careers, and bioethics. Using a variety of teaching methods including lecture/discussion, laboratory, power points, videos, quizzes and exams. ** Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify the fundamental techniques and the basic principles of molecular biology and recombinant DNA technology that are essential in biotechnology. 2. Describe the applications and impact of biotechnology in the areas of agriculture, medicine, and industry. 3. Apply knowledge of the fundamental ethical and regulatory issues surrounding the biotechnology field. 4. Communicate biotechnology findings effectively in the form of oral and written scientific reports. 5. Apply some of the basic methods of Biotechnology in a laboratory setting. FA
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