BIOL 1075 Introduction to Fly Tying: Handson course that introduces the science and art of fly tying. Learn about the equipment, tools and materials needed for fly tying, the feeding habits of trout, and the life cycle of insects. Acquire basic tying skills and techniques and be proficient in tying flies that realistically imitate the actual insect. Some of the flies include San Juan Worm, Green Weenie, Wooly Bugger, Sexy Stone, Caddisfly nymph (larva and pupa); Mayfly Nymph (Pheasant Tail and Hares Ear); Caddis Dry Flies (CDC and Elk Ear); Mayfly Dry Fly (Parachute and Spinner). Suitable for beginners with no previous experience as well as students with some experience who want to improve knowledge and skills. Fieldwork required, 1 credit. BIOL 1076 Edible Ecosystems: Explores hands-on methods for using our natural ecosystems to grow great food, while also protecting biodiversity, encouraging wildlife habitat and native pollinators, building healthy soil, and ultimately restoring and protecting our land resources. Copy nature’s blue print to use backyard microclimates and natural patterns to create gardens, “food forests” and edible landscapes that produce an abundance of fruits, berries, nuts, vegetables, herbs and honey. Fieldwork required, 1 credit. BIOL 1077 Winter Botany: Identify the many flowering plants by the skeletons that remain standing during the winter. Teaches important anatomical features of the flowers and fruits of the common wildflowers of the area. Time in the field and classroom will utilize keys to identify the various species, an important skill for wetlands workers. Fieldwork required, 1 credit. BIOL 1078 Understanding Lyme Disease: Examines what individuals need to know about preventing, understanding, and treating Lyme disease and tick-borne illnesses. Focuses on how to be tick smart, and the latest advancements available to take back your life if affected by 187 Keystone College
Lyme disease. 1 credit. BIOL 1079 Fossils of NEPA: Hunt for fossils that once thrived in ancient swamps over 350-million years ago. Introduces the Carboniferous Period, also known as the coal-bearing era, and the unique plants and animals that existed then. Collect fossils and examine how these extinct plants formed into anthracite coal and the marine organisms which pressurized into limestone. Search for plants fossils, anthracite coal, minerals, trilobites, crinoids, brachiopods and other ocean animals. Learn how to identify and categorize while contributing findings to Keystone’s fossil and mineral collection. Students will be able to keep many of the fossil finds as well. Visit two coal mine tours, which offer railroad rides deep into actual anthracite coal mines. Note: An all day Saturday and Sunday weekend field collecting trip is required. 1 credit. BIOL 1080 Fermentation: Fermentation has been an important process throughout human civilization. Examines many aspects of the fermentation process including the history of fermentation. Studies the biological process itself, as well as, the development of impurities that generate spoilage or a foul-tasting product. Examines how the sensory systems, including sight, smell, and even sound, affect the taste and quality of fermented products. Students must be 21 years old by the first day of instruction for this course. 1 credit. BIOL 1081 Wildlife Forensics: Introduces principles and methods of criminal and civil investigations of wildlife crimes. Topics include international wildlife trade, laboratory methods, and the involvement of law enforcement. Connections made between conservation and forensic efforts. Classes include guest speakers, case studies, and mock investigations. 1 credit. BIOL 1082 Preserving Honeybees: Hands-
on course that investigates honeybee colony management techniques and environmental practices to promote bee health and protect bees from disease. Create a nucleus colony from larger hives and design a natural setting in which honeybees can thrive. Work in groups to conduct research on bee-related topics of interest. 1 hour lecture, discussion, hands-on experiences. 1 credit BIOL 1110 Human Anatomy and Physiology I: Utilizes a systems approach to study the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Integrates structure and function at all levels of organization. Studies the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Prerequisite: “C” or better in BIOL 1125. Dissection required. Corequisite: BIOL 1111. Fall and Summer, 3 hours lecture and discussion, 3-hour laboratory, 4 credits. BIOL 1115 Human Anatomy and Physiology II: Continues the study of the circulatory, digestive, respiratory, endocrine, excretory, and reproductive systems; the coordination of the organs within each system; and the close relationship of the systems to each other. Prerequisite: “C” or better in BIOL 1110 or consent of the instructor. Dissection required. Corequisite: BIOL 1116. Spring and Summer, 3 hours lecture and discussion, 3-hour laboratory, 4 credits. BIOL 1120 Environmental Science: Studies human interactions with the environment. Focuses on ecological principles of ecosystem structure, population dynamics of humans and other organisms. Considers sources and supplies of biological, food, soil, mineral and energy resources, as well as methods of mitigating the effects of their use and exploitation. The philosophy of sustainable development will underlie the course, as will the role of the individual in the decision-making process. Corequisite: BIOL 1121. Spring, 2 hours lecture and discussion, 2-hour laboratory, 3 credits.
BIOL 1125 General Biology I: Introduces science majors to topics such as the nature of science, basic chemistry, cell structure and function, reproduction, and basic genetics. Dissection required. Corequisite: BIOL 1126. Fall, Spring, and Summer, 3-hour lecture and discussion, 3-hour laboratory, 4 credits. BIOL 1130 General Biology II: Introduces science majors to topics such as population biology, ecology, evolution, energy relationships, and the diversity of animals. Prerequisite: “C” or better in BIOL 1125. Dissection required. Corequisite: BIOL 1131. Fall, Spring and Summer, 3-hour lecture and discussion, 3-hour laboratory, 4 credits. BIOL 1135 Introduction to Forensic Science I: Scientific and investigative techniques of various forensic disciplines including scene investigation, documentation, photography, patterns evidence, firearms, fingerprints, forensic arson, and forensic entology. Examines the role of the expert witness and the scientific method in forensic investigation at the crime scene. Corequisite: BIOL 1136. Fall, 3 hours lecture, 3-hour laboratory, 4 credits. BIOL 1140 Medical Terminology: Studies the technical and specialized anatomical, surgical, pharmaceutical, and common medical phrases. Fall and Spring (online only), 3 hours lecture and discussion, 3 credits. BIOL 1150 Botany: Introduces science majors to the structure, function, and diversity of plants, including algae and fungi. Studies morphology, anatomy, physiology, economic botany, taxonomy, and ecology. Prerequisite: “C” or better in BIOL 1125. Corequisite: BIOL 1151. Dissection required. Fall, 3 hours lecture and discussion, 3 hour laboratory, 4 credits. BIOL 1145 Anatomy & Physiology for Coding: Introduces the student to important
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