Course Descriptions
Biology 101: General Biology I
The course deals with the general biological principles that govern all living organisms. Concepts dealt with include origin of life, structure and function of cells, genetics, evolution, and ecology. 3 class periods; 1 three-hour laboratory period; 4 semester hours; every fall.
Biology 102: General Biology II
The course examines the diversity of life in terms of their taxonomy, anatomy, and physiology. Emphasis is placed on vertebrate structure and function. 3 class periods; 1 three-hour laboratory; 4 semester hours; every spring.
Biology 106: Elementary Microbiology
Principles of microbiology, including basic morphology, reproduction, environmental effects, sterilization procedures, and immunology. Selected laboratory exercises. Not open to Biology majors. 2 class periods; 1 two-hour laboratory period; 3 semester hours; every spring.
Biology 113, 114: Anatomy and Physiology I and II
Anatomy and physiology combined to yield a workable knowledge of the human body. Structure and function taught concurrently, each in terms of the other to engender appreciation of interlocking relationships. Available to biology majors only on a restricted basis. 3 class periods; 1 two-hour laboratory period; 8 semester hours; every semester.
Biology 130: History of Chiropractic
A history of the principles, practice and philosophy of chiropractic health care. Lectures by faculty and administration of the College of Chiropractic, discussions, and site visits to the University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic Health Center are included. 1 class period; 1 semester hour; every spring semester.
Biology 200: Biology Cooperative Education Program
Students who enter the Biology Cooperative Education Program take this course for each semester that they are employed full-time or part-time in paid work assignments. A written report will be required describing significant achievements resulting from his/her work experience. Prerequisite: At least 30 semester hours with a 2.5 QPR and department approval Pass/Fail only. Credit available through Internship (Biology 300); upon student demand.
Biology 203: Sexual Man
A study of human sexuality. Biological and social aspects are considered. Myth, custom and fact. 1 semester hour; upon student demand.
Biology 210: Comparative Anatomy
An integrated study of vertebrate structure from a phylogenetic approach. Laboratory studies will include dissection of representative forms.Required of all biology majors. Prerequisite: Biology 102. 2 class periods; 2 three-hour laboratories; 4 semester hours; upon student demand.
Biology 211: General Physiology
Physiological and biochemical control and functioning in systems. Laboratory work designed to acquaint the student with basic physiologic experimentation, and the interpretation and presentation of data. Required of all biology majors. Prerequisite: Biology 101. 3 class periods; 1 three-hour laboratory; 4 semester hours; every spring.
Biology 223: Ecology
Relationship of living organisms to their environment; distribution, climatic factors, ecological succession; homeostatis and adaptability of the organism are considered. Field trips designed to emphasize and illustrate major habitats, life zones, and ecological principles. Prerequisite: Biology 101, 102. 3 class periods; field trips by arrangement; 1 three-hour laboratory; 4 semester hours; every fall.
All biology courses in the 300 and 400 sequence have, unless stipulated otherwise, as prerequisites Biology 101, 102, and 211.
Biology 300: Internship
Practical application of previous course work during supervised training in commercial, government or private laboratories. Prerequisite: Permission of Chair. By arrangement; 1-16 semester hours; Pass/Fail only; upon student demand.
Biology 303: Histology
Detailed analysis of the microscopic structure of animal cells and tissues. Laboratory work limited to study of prepared microscopic material. 2 class periods; 2 three-hour laboratory periods; 4 semester hours; every other fall.
Biology 307: Genetics
The laws of biological inheritance and their practical application to life; principles of genetics and evolution derived from historical evidence of both plants and animals. Brief consideration of theories of organic evolution. Prerequisite: A general course in college Biology or Biology 113-114. 3 class periods; 3 semester hours; every fall.
Biology 320: Microbiology
Fundamentals of microbiology. Molds, pathogenic and nonpathogenic bacteria, and viruses; their relationships to man, industry, and agriculture. Laboratory study of cultural, morphological, and physiological properties of representative types. Emphasis on development of technique. 2 class periods; 2 two-hour laboratory periods; and some nonscheduled laboratory work; 4 semester hours; every other fall.
Biology 321: Cell Physiology
A lecture course introducing the homeostatic mechanisms of the cell. Chemical composition, metabolism, permeability, synthesis and growth. 3 periods; 3 semester hours; every spring.
Biology 324: Endocrine and Reproductive Physiology
A review of endocrine tissues, the hormones they produce, and their mechanisms and interactions with special emphasis on human reproductive endocrinology and physiology. Prerequisite: Biology 211. Three class periods; 3 semester hours; every other fall.
Biology 328: Human Embryology
A detailed study of human gametes, fertilization, placentation, and fetal development through the 12th week of gestation. 3 class periods; 3 semester hours; upon student demand.
Biology 380-381: Selected Topics
Modern concepts in the area of the instruc-tor's specialty. To be announced each semester. 1-4 semester hours; upon student demand.
Biology 397H: Independent Study for Honors
No regular lectures or laboratory periods. Outstanding students do independent work under the guidance of a faculty member. To be eligible for honors study, Biology · Business Administration · Capstone Seminar · Chemistry a student must have the permission of the Department Chair. By arrangement; 2-6 semester hours; upon student demand.
Biology 398: Readings
Individual library studies under faculty direction in an area of student interest. An acceptable paper must be presented. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and Department Chair. By arrangement; 1-3 semester hours,* upon student demand.
Biology 399: Directed Research
Opportunity for the student to pursue laboratory research under the direction of a faculty specialist. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and Department Chair. By arrangement; 1-6 semester hours,* upon student demand.
*A student may take not more than 6 semester hours of total credit in 398 and 399
Biology 402: Evolution
A course designed to provide an introduction to modern evolutionary theory and the evidence for evolution as illustrated by living organisms. 3 lectures; 3 semester hours; every other spring.
Biology 418: Environmental Health
Introduction by lecture and on-site visits to aspects of the biotic world of man, water, air and noise pollution sewage disposal, food handling. 2 lectures; field trips by arrangement; 3 semester hours; every other fall.
Biology 430: Marine Ecology
Examination of the ecology of the oceans; relation of distribution to the physical and chemical environments; productivity of the marine communities and the interaction of man with marine communities. Prerequisite: Biology 211 and permission of the instructor. 3 lectures; 1 three-hour lab; 4 semester hours; upon student demand.
Biology 441: Immunology
Consideration of the basic principles and concepts of the mechanics of immunity and the relation of immunological phenomena to biological problems. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and Biology 211. 4 lectures; 4 semester hours; every other spring.
Biology 470: Field Work
Practical field experience in the collection, identification, and preservation of various animal or plant groups. The actual title to vary with the organisms or area investigated. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor; field work by arrangement. 1-4 semester hours; upon student demand.
Biology 480: Selected Topics
Modern courses in diverse areas of faculty specialization within the biological sciences. Prerequisites to vary with the course and instructor; permission of the instructor required. 1-4 semester hours; upon student demand.
Biology 490: Seminar
A series of intermediate level seminars delivered by specialists and concerned with varying aspects of a selected topic area. Prerequisite: Permission of the moderator. 1-3 semester hours; upon student demand.
COGNATE COURSES
Courses that may be used as Biology courses within the major.
Chemistry 365, 366: Biochemistry
The unifying and quantifying central concepts of biochemistry are studied by applying fundamental physiochemical principles of biological systems. Mechanisms and regulation of major metabolic pathways and structure and function of cellular elements on the molecular scale are covered in detail. Prerequisite: Chemistry 206. 3 lecture hours; 1 three-hour laboratory period; 8 semester hours; every other fall and spring.
Where appropriate other courses may be included with permission of the chair of Biology and the director of the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.
OTHER COURSES TAUGHT BY BIOLOGY FACULTY
Not available to Biology majors
Education Mod Map 600D: Long Island Sound in the Classroom
A course for elementary and secondary teachers and others interested in marine sciece education. Participants learn about using Long Island Sound as a resource for teaching marine science. 3 semester hours, summer.
Science 102: Humans and the Environment
A scientific examination of the human organism and the interactions between humans and the environment as they affect not only humans but also the health and viability of home planet Earth. 2 lecture periods; 1 two-hour laboratory; 3 semester hours; every semester.
Science C201: Our Environment: The Oceans
The scientific examination of the geological, physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of the oceans. The course will include laboratory and field studies of local marine environments. Prerequisite: Science C101 or C102 or an equivalent course. 2 lecture periods; 1 three-hour laboratory; 3 semester hours; every fall.
Science C106X: Microbes in Our World
This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the role of microbes in our lives, and its real and alleged effects on the environment. Emphasis is placed on both the beneficial and the detrimental effects of microbes on human and environment. 2 lecture periods; 1 two-hour laboratory; 3 semester hours; every spring.
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