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bullet BIOL 102 Introduction to Human Biology
bullet BIOL 106 Topics in Kansas Nature Studies
bullet BIOL 109 Aids and other Sexually Transmitted Diseases
bullet BIOL 111 General Biology
bullet BIOL 112 General Biology Lab
bullet BIOL 114 Basic Chemistry for Biology
bullet BIOL 115 Environmental Sciences
bullet BIOL 116 Environmental Sciences Lab
bullet BIOL 205 Prehistoric Life
bullet BIOL 217 Seminar in Applied Biological Science
bullet BIOL 231 Animal Behavior
bullet HIST 240 History of Science
bullet BIOL 251 Biology I
bullet BIOL 252 Biology I Lab
bullet BIOL 255 Biology II
bullet BIOL 256 Biology II Lab
bullet BIOL 257 Human Anatomy and Physiology
bullet BIOL 258 Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab
bullet BIOL 271 Microbiology
bullet BIOL 272 Microbiology Lab
bullet BIOL 299 Independent Study


BIOL 102 Introduction to Human Biology...3                                                              This introductory course is a study of the function, structure, and interrelationships of the organs and organ systems of the human body. Coursework is designed to meet the diversified needs of those interested in a prerequisite course for Human Anatomy and Physiology or the allied health sciences.

BIOL 106 TOPICS IN KANSAS NATURE STUDIES…1-3
This course is one of several topics to be explored relating to the natural world of Kansas. These classes will involve both course work and field trips. [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 109 AIDS AND OTHER SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES...1
This introductory course will familiarize students with selected sexually transmitted diseases affecting society including: AIDS, Herpes Simplex, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Chlamydia, and Human Papilloma Virus. Incidence and prevalence, transmission, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention will be discussed. [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 111 GENERAL BIOLOGY (Non Majors)…3
This is an introductory biology class designed for non-majors to fulfill a five-hour biology requirement. Course work includes the study of basic biological principles, plants, animals, microorganisms, and the environment in which organisms live. By studying these areas, the student is exposed to a sampling of the major fields of biological study.
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment with BIOL 112
BIOL 111-OL On-Line General Biology
BIOL 111-ME Media Enhanced General Biology
BIOL 111-EM Enhanced with Media General Biology  [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 112 GENERAL BIOLOGY LAB (Non Majors) …2
The laboratory exercises that reinforce the fundamental principles and processes of life taught in the lecture portion of the course will be examined. Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment with BIOL 111 [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 114 Basic Chemistry for Biology…2
You will be provided with an introduction or review of the basic principals of chemistry. [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 115 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES (Non-Majors)…3
This is an introductory biology class designed for non-majors to fulfill an introductory biology requirement. This is an interdisciplinary course that deals with environmental contributions to human life and the problems that are caused by humans' use of the natural world.
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment with BIOL 116 [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 116 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES LAB (Non-Majors)…2
This is an introductory environmental science class designed for non-majors to fulfill an introductory biology requirement. This is an interdisciplinary course that deals with environmental contributions to human life and the problems that are caused by humans' use of the natural world.
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment with BIOL 115 [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 205 PREHISTORIC LIFE...3
This course introduces the student to geologic time, dating of rocks, the formation and preservation of fossils, and the importance of fossils in biological systematics. Various evolutionary mechanisms are explored with emphasis on the fossil record. The course focuses on biodiversity through time and investigates the origins of major groups of organisms in earth history. The course is global in scope, but some emphasis will be placed on North American communities. The course is designed for biology majors, students of natural history, or science education majors.
Prerequisites: General Biology or consent of instructor. [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 217 SEMINAR IN APPLIED BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE…3
This course will provide a structured program of study in a specific area of applied biological science. The course format will be announced prior to its scheduled meeting dates and times of the seminar. [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 231 ANIMAL BEHAVIOR…3
Animal behavior is a broad discipline with investigators and contributions from diverse perspectives, including anthropology, comparative psychology, ecology, ethology, physiology, and zoology. Using evolutionary principles as a unifying theme, this course will provide students exposure to a number of approaches to the field of animal behavior.
Prerequisite: BIOL 111 and BIOL 112 or consent of instructor. [ Back to Top ]

HIST 240 HISTORY OF SCIENCE…3
Survey course that covers the historical development of scientific thinking from ancient to present-day cultures. [ Back to Top ]    
                                                        
BIOL 251 BIOLOGY I (Majors)…3
This is the first in a series of two introductory biology class designed for majors to fulfill an introductory biology requirement.  Coursework includes the study of basic biological principles, basic chemistry, cell structures and functions, metabolism, photosynthesis, cellular reproduction, genetics, and biotechnology.  By studying these areas, the student is exposed to the major fields of biological study.                                                                                  Pre-requisite: None, but General Biology recommended.
Co-requisite: Biol 252 Biology I Laboratory [ Back to Top ]    

BIOL 252 BIOLOGY I LAB (Majors)…2
Laboratory exercises, which reinforce the fundamental principles and processes of life taught in the lecture portion of biology I, will be examined.                                                              Pre-requisite: None, but General Biology recommended.
Co-requisite: BIOL 251 Biology I Lecture  [ Back to Top ]    

BIOL 255 BIOLOGY II (Majors)…3
This is the second in a series of introductory biology classes designed for majors to fulfill their introductory biology requirement.  Coursework includes the study evolution, behavior, and ecology, the diversity of life, and plant structure and function.  By studying these areas, the student is exposed to the major fields of biological study.                                                  Pre-requisite: None, but General Biology recommended.
Co-requisite: Biol 256 Biology II lecture  [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 256 BIOLOGY II LAB (Majors)…2
Laboratory exercises, which reinforce the fundamental principles and processes of life taught in the lecture portion of biology II, will be examined.                                                            Pre-requisite:BIOL 155/156 Biology I Lecture and Lab
Co-requisite: BIOL 255 Biology II Lecture [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 257 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY…3
This introductory course is a study of the function, structure and interrelationships of the various organs and system of the human body. Coursework is designed to meet the diversified needs of those students interested in allied health sciences as well as physical education and biological science majors.
Pre-requisite: None, but General Biology recommended.
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment with BIOL 258  [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 258 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY LAB…2
The laboratory exercises that reinforce the fundamental principles and processes of the human anatomy and physiology taught in the lecture portion of the course will be examined.
Pre-requisite: None, but General Biology recommended.
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment with BIOL 257 [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 271 MICROBIOLOGY…3
Microbiology is designed for studying the morphology, physiology, and cultivation, and growth of microorganisms. The study of the microbial impact on various ecological systems is also discussed.
Pre-requisite: None, but General Biology recommended.
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment with BIOL 272  [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 272 MICROBIOLOGY LAB…2
Microbiology laboratory experiences are concerned with studying cultivation, physiology, and applied aspects of bacteria and other related microorganism. Pre-requisite: None, but General Biology recommended
Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment with BIOL 271 [ Back to Top ]

BIOL 299 INDEPENDENT STUDY…3
An individually structured course. The anticipated time and effort required by the complexity of the area of study will determine applicable credit hours (1-3). Class assignments and workload will be established on a contract basis. Students can generally anticipate one contact hour per credit hour per week in the form of appointments with the instructor, consultation with project personnel, class work, and report and progress sessions. [ Back to Top ]