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  • BIOL 3600: Biological Chemistry

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing. Pre- or Corequisite(s): CHEM 2320. Introduces principles of the chemical processes that define living organisms. Covers structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids. Explores metabolic pathways, biosynthesis, enzymatics, thermodynamics, membrane dynamics and related processes within a living cell. Emphasizes molecular mechanisms of reactions and their outcome.
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  • BIOL 3605: Biological Chemistry Lab

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing. Corequisite(s): BIOL 3600. Introduces laboratory techniques in biochemistry. Studies methods and theory behind purification of proteins and nucleic acids including chromatography and electrophoresis. Uses methods in assessing enzyme activity and kinetics and protein structure analysis. Includes analysis and manipulation of DNA and RNA.. Course Lab fee of $145 applies. Corequisite:    BIOL 3600
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  • BIOL 3620: Biological Chemistry II

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): (CHEM 3600 or BIOL 3600) and University Advanced Standing. Is a continuation of CHEM 3600. Teaches in-depth the biochemistry of molecular and cell biology processes. Explores the topics of molecular information flow and signaling. Examines current understanding in biochemical methods and ideas beyond those discussed in Biochem I.
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  • BIOL 369R: Introduction to Undergraduate Research

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1610; (MATH 1050 or STAT 2040 highly recommended) and University Advanced Standing. Introduces fundamentals of research in biology, including how to identify a research problem, form testable hypotheses, select appropriate experimental methods, collect data, determine appropriate sample size, establish appropriate controls, conduct experiments, document experiment details and data, tabulate, analyze and interpret data and how to write a research report. Emphasizes research ethics, institutional research guidelines, personal protection, and proper disposal of hazardous chemicals and biologicals. Introduces research opportunities available within and beyond the university community. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits toward graduation.
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  • BIOL 3700: General Ecology

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 with a C- or higher, and University Advanced Standing. Introduces the relationships between organisms and their environment, including processes at the individual, population, community, ecosystem, and biosphere levels. Includes specific topics such as adaptation to abiotic factors in terrestrial and aquatic habitats, global climate patterns and biomes, evolution of life histories, reproductive strategies and social behaviors, population distributions and dynamics, species interactions, community structure and succession, energy flow and nutrient cycles in ecosystems, global biodiversity, and the impact of humans on ecological processes.
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  • BIOL 3705: General Ecology Laboratory

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing. Corequisite(s): BIOL 3700. Provides lab experience in which students may acquire skills in the collection, analysis, and presentation of ecological data. Includes field sampling of plant and animal populations, laboratory experiments and observations, and computer simulations. Emphasizes techniques in data storage and statistical analysis, graphical representation of data, and scientific writing.. Course Lab fee of $18 for lab, transportation applies. Corequisite:    BIOL 3700
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  • BIOL 3800: Conservation Biology

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): (BIOL 1010 or BIOL 1620 with a minimum of C-) and University Advanced Standing; BIOL 3700 strongly recommended. Presents the scientific principles of conservation biology and associated cultural and ethical issues. Explores the interplay of biodiversity, ecosystems, and human activity. Investigates the challenges facing management of our natural resources in order to maintain healthy and productive populations and ecosystems. May include a service-learning project with a community partner.. Course fee of $13 for materials, transportation applies
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  • BIOL 3850: Marine Biology

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 with a C- or higher, and University Advanced Standing. Introduces students to the study of life in the ocean. Presents basic principles of the geological, chemical, and physical environment of marine systems. Examines the principal groups of marine organisms including microbes, seaweeds, invertebrates, fishes, marine birds, reptiles, and mammals. Surveys the basics of marine ecology and introduces students to the different types of oceanic habitats from the intertidal and surface waters down to the deep sea. May include an optional non-graded field trip (additional cost would apply, for more information contact the instructor).
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  • BIOL 4000: Freshwater Ecology

    4.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 and (BIOL 2500 or BIOL 3700) with a C- or higher in each, and University Advanced Standing. Explores physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of freshwater systems, including lakes, rivers, and streams. Emphasizes freshwater habitats as ecosystems. Studies human impacts on freshwater, with particular reference to Utah and the West. Emphasizes field experience in collecting and measuring the physiochemical characteristics and different groups of organisms found in freshwater habitats. Includes weekly laboratory.. Course Lab fee of $17 for lab, transportation applies.
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  • BIOL 4260: Ethical Issues in Biology WE

    2.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1010 or BIOL 1610 with a C- or higher, and University Advanced Standing. Offers an in-depth analysis of current ethical issues in biology. Requires extensive reading and an analytical term paper. Presents subjects in lecture and in lab sessions. Concentrates on readings and on analyses of issues and their effects on people. Explores and discusses individual participant paradigms.
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