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BIO 141 BASIC CONCEPTS OF THE CELL 4 A survey of the basic principles of the biological sciences and their applications to the areas of cytology , genetics , molecular biology , photosynthesis , and respiration . The impact of major technological developments on the advancements made possible in science is woven into the course . Also , there is an attempt to place the developments of biology in a historical perspective . Prerequisite : High School Biology Laboratory fee : $ 50 Liberal Arts : Science Course is offered : FA and WI Every Year
BIO 241 ANIMAL BIOLOGY 4 An introduction to the classification , ecology , evolution , anatomy , and physiology of the members of the animal kingdom . Prerequisite : BIO 141 Laboratory fee : $ 50 Course is offered : WI Every Year
BIO 242 PLANT BIOLOGY 4 An introductory study of the cytology , anatomy , morphology , physiology , taxonomy , and evolution of plants . The concept of sustainability is an integral part of this course . Prerequisite : BIO 141 Laboratory fee : $ 50 Course is offered : FA Every Year
BIO 245 BACTERIOLOGY 4 An introduction to the anatomy , growth , classification , and pathogenicity of bacteria . Laboratory study includes microscopic observations of morphological characteristics , physical and chemical methods of microbial control and disease prevention , and biochemical methods of identifying and classifying bacteria . Does not count towards a major or minor in Biology or Elementary Integrated Science . Prerequisite : BIO 121 and CHE 110 with a “ C ” grade or better Laboratory fee : $ 50 Course is offered : FA Every Year
BIO 301 TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY 4 Improve your awareness of the interactions between humans and the environment . Review the effect of human impact on the environment by studying such topics as the energy crisis and energy alternatives , population problems , world hunger , resource depletion , and pollution . This course will not count towards a major / minor in Biology , Environmental Science , or Integrated Science . Prerequisite : None Liberal Arts : Science Course is offered : May be offered at one or more Siena Heights ’ degree completion centers , but may not be available on the Adrian campus .
BIO 341 ENTOMOLOGY 4 Entomology is the study of insects . This course is directed toward the study of insects as integral members of the biosphere . Topics included are the anatomy and physiology , behavior , ecology , evolution , classification , and identification of insects . An insect collection will be prepared by each member of the class . Prerequisite : BIO 241 Laboratory fee : $ 50 Course is offered : SU 2017 , SU 2019
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