and nucleic acids – will be discussed, with emphasis on their reactions and roles in living cells. Course consists of both lecture and laboratory components. Prerequisite: CHM 220 or permission of instructor. (Same as CHM 356) BIO 360 COMPARATIVE PHYSIOLOGY / 4 credits An in-depth study of the physiological systems that maintain homeostasis in animals. Emphasis on the design and functioning of these systems in different animals in response to the environmental pressures they face. Course consists of both lecture and laboratory components. Prerequisite: BIO 250, CHM 120, or permission of instructor. BIO 364 DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY / 4 credits Study of the major processes which lead to form and function in multicellular organisms. Course consists of both lecture and laboratory components. Prerequisite: BIO 252 or permission of instructor. BIO 366 HISTOLOGY / 4 credits A study of the microscopic structure and function of animal tissues and organs. Course consists of both lecture and laboratory components. Prerequisite: BIO 252 or permission of instructor. BIO 370 EVOLUTION / 3 credits Lectures and occasional field trips introduce students to classical biology concepts, modern evolutionary biology research, and specific examples of evolution in action. The course covers the breadth of evolutionary biology from the origins of life and investigation of fossil records to studying the precise mechanisms of evolutionary changes. Prerequisite: BIO 112 or permission of instructor. BIO 382 SPECIAL TOPICS IN BIOLOGY / 3 credits Study in a specific area of biology not covered by regularly listed courses. The course content and structure will vary according to the interests of the instructor. Lecture, laboratory and field work may be included. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. BIO 399 BIOLOGY INTERNATIONAL STUDIES COURSE: Variable topics / 1 credit Studies of varying topics in biology, including a two-week Nichols trip. Prerequisites will vary depending upon course topic. BIO 420 ADVANCED TOPICS IN BIOLOGY / 3 credits Advanced study in a specific area of biology. The course content and structure will vary according to the interests of the instructor. Lecture, laboratory, and field work may be included. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. BIO 425 ADVANCED BIOCHEMISTRY / 4 credits Advanced Biochemistry is an in-depth study of selected biochemical reactions and pathways of major biological and physiological significance. Topics examined include synthesis and breakdown of important biomolecules, cell signaling pathways and second messengers. Course consists of both lecture and laboratory components. Prerequisite: CHM 356 / BIO 356. (Same as CHM 425).
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