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BIOL 532 - Biological Data Analysis II — Multivariate Analysis Units: 3
From molecular biology to ecosystem studies, technology is facilitating collection of large, multivariate biological data sets. Multivariate analyses seek to simplify, summarize, and test hypotheses about these complex data sets. Addresses major issues in multivariate analysis, and will introduce students to common analysis types and visualization approaches. Subjects covered will include: principal components analysis, discriminant analysis, canonical correlation, and redundancy analysis. Additional subjects will be selected by students based on their needs and interests.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 215 , or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 533 - Geographic Information Systems Applications in Landscape Ecology Units: 4
Explores how landscape structure and pattern affect ecological processes, at the individual, population, community, and ecosystem levels. Applications to land use planning and conservation biology will be covered. The primary enabling technologies for this new, rapidly growing discipline include remote sensing (such as satellite imagery) and geographic information systems (GIS), which will be covered during a weekly lab session.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 354 , or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 535 - Ecological Modeling Units: 3
An introduction to the use and development of mathematical models for simulating dynamics of ecological systems. Ecological theory will be considered through the development of mathematical models. Models developed for simulating the effects of abiotic and biotic controls on ecological processes include continuous-and discrete-time population models, “gap” models, cellular automata, fisheries, and biogeochemical and biogeographical models.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 354 , or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 536 - Biogeochemical Cycles and Global Change Units: 3
Biological, chemical, and physical processes controlling the transport and transformation of carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, and trace metals in natural ecosystems and at the global level. Global models of the major elemental and hydrologic cycles are discussed, with emphasis on the linkages between cycles and the effects of human perturbations.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 354 , or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 537 - Microbial Physiology Units: 3
Current concepts and research involving the interactions of microorganisms with their environment, particularly those environments affecting human health. Demonstrates the interrelatedness of microbial ecology and medical microbiology. The course will 1 present modern experimental techniques used in conducting these interdisciplinary studies; 2 emphasize unusual bacteria pathways and cell signaling mechanisms found across the Bacteria, Archea and Eukarya, and (3) discuss the roles of microbial physiology in parthogenesis and the biotechnology industry.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 351 or BIOL 367 , or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 540 - Molecular Methods in Ecology and Evolution Units: 3
Theory and practical application of modern molecular tools to identify and study ecological and evolutionary relationships. Two hours lecture
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 352 , or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 560 - Seminar in Molecular Cell Biology Units: 2
Readings from the original literature, discussions, and writing on selected current subjects in cell and molecular biology. May be repeated with new content for a maximum of four (4) units toward the Master’s degree.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 351 , BIOL 351 or BIOT 355 , or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 561 - Seminar in Genetics Units: 2
Readings from the original literature, discussions, and writing on selected current subjects in genetics. May be repeated with new content for a maximum of four (4) units toward the Master’s degree.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 352 for undergraduates, or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 563 - Seminar in Physiology Units: 2
Readings from the original literature, discussions, and writing on selected current subjects in physiology. May be repeated with new content for a maximum of four (4) units toward the Master’s degree.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 353 for undergraduates, or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 564 - Seminar in Evolution Units: 2
Readings from the original literature, discussions, and writing on selected current subjects in evolution. May be repeated with new content for a maximum of four (4) units toward the Master’s degree.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 212 for undergraduates, or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 565 - Seminar in Ecology Units: 2
Readings from the original literature, discussions, and writing on selected current subjects in ecology. May be repeated with new content for a maximum of four (4) units toward the Master’s degree.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 354 for undergraduates, or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 566 - Seminar in Aquatic Biology Units: 2
Readings from the original literature, discussions, and writing on selected current subjects in aquatic biology. May be repeated with new content for a maximum of four (4) units toward the Master’s degree.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 354 for undergraduates, or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 576 - Laboratory Experience in Neurobiology Units: 1
Provides hands-on experience using the latest techniques in neurophysiology. Students will record intracellular signals in neurons using an invertebrate model nervous system. Students will gain experience in physiological and anatomical techniques.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 476 , or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 596 - Advanced Topics in Biology Units: 1-3
Advanced study of selected biological topics based on current problems or advances, and as demand warrants. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics and course prerequisites.
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BIOL 597 - Advanced Topics in Biology Lab Units: 1
Laboratory in selected advanced topics in biology. Topics based on current problems or advances, and as demand warrants. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics and prerequisites.
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BIOL 600 - Scientific Communication Units: 3
Practical experience in the preparation of written, oral, and poster presentations in the biological sciences. Students will also actively take part in the peer review process commonly used to evaluate the scientific and technical merits of research proposals. Final products may include formal grant (NSF or NIH) and thesis proposals. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 610 or 611. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 604 - Advanced Developmental Physiology Units: 3
An in-depth analysis of developmental physiology concepts, including how animal function develops, the influence of the environment on development, and developmental origins of disease. Covers the basics of developmental biology, the link between development, physiology and evolution, the interaction between the environment and physiology during development, phenotypic plasticity, and the development of physiological systems. Readings from the primary literature will deepen appreciation for how developmental physiology can inform many biological fields. BIOL 604 is dual-listed with BIOL 404 . These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 404 . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 604L - Advanced Developmental Physiology Lab Units: 1
Provides hands-on experience with experimental techniques for examining developmental physiology across a range of animal groups. Will cover techniques in how to examine, stage and rear developing animals, assess phenotypic responses to altered environmental conditions, perform ecotoxicological assays, and measure morphology and physiology. Will include multi-week experiments to assess changes in physiology during development. Statistical analyses will be performed and experimental results will be presented in written and oral forms. Field trip(s) during or outside of class may be required. BIOL 604L is dual-listed with BIOL 404L .These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 404L . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program. Three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 604 .
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BIOL 620 - Advanced Ecological Monitoring Units: 4
An overview of the various approaches used to assess ecological condition (status) and change over time (trend) for ecosystems, vegetation types, populations, and biological communities. Lectures that provide conceptual understanding will be combined with hands-on practical exercises in the lab, so that students will be prepared to apply their knowledge to real-world conservation problems. Readings from the primary literature will explore the challenges and controversies involved in ecological monitoring. BIOL 620 is dual-listed BIOL 420 . These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 420 . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program. Three hours lecture
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BIOL 634 - Advanced Human Cardio Physiology Units: 3
In-depth analysis of human cardiovascular physiology. Strong focus on human physiology, supported by comparative animal models. Taught through combination of lectures and case studies, providing overview of cardiovascular biology, and links between environment, disease and cardiovascular physiology. Specific topics include embryonic cardiovascular development, blood flow, blood pressure, cardiovascular neural regulation, cardiac morphology, hemodynamics, and cardiac disease. Students will be required to read peer-reviewed literature and write an expanded academic paper on a heart physiology topic. BIOL 634 is dual-listed with BIOL 434 . Students may not receive credit for both. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 656 - Advanced Molecular Medicine Units: 3
Advanced understanding of molecular medicine and recent advances in the field taught through a combination of didactic methods and the use of case studies. Includes advanced principles of molecular medicine, modern discoveries in cellular and molecular mechanisms of disease, applications of clinical research, relevant topics in biomedical ethics, and current developments in personalized medicine. We will approach these subjects from the perspective of evaluating the process of therapeutic or vaccine approval from bench to bedside. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 686 -4. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with graduate standing.
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BIOL 663 - Advanced Principles of Conservation Biology Units: 3
An in-depth focus on the principles and practices of conservation and restoration ecology. Factors that affect the creation, destruction, and distribution of biological diversity are examined. Class discussions and assignments will focus on human destruction and degradation of habitats, invasive species introductions, accelerated species extinctions, pollution, global climate change, and species over-exploitation. The selection of maintenance of conservation areas will be explored, as well as the theory and methodology for restoring degraded habitats. BIOL 663 is dual-listed with BIOL 463 . These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 363 or BIOL 463 . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 683 - Tropical Ecology Units: 3
A survey of the unmanaged and managed tropical terrestrial ecosystem and the biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) factors that affect tropical ecosystem structure and function. Emphasis will be on the community dynamics and biogeochemical cycling of tropical ecosystems, and how these processes are affected by land-use and land-cover change. BIOL 683 is dual-listed with BIOL 383 . These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 383 . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program. Enrollment Requirement(s): BIOL 212 and BIOL 354 .
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BIOL 685 - Introduction to Biology Instruction Units: 2
Supervised instruction in a laboratory course in the biological sciences. May be repeated, but no more than two (2) units may be applied toward the 30 units in the Master’s degree. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 686 - Graduate Topics in Biology Units: 1-3
Lecture and discussion of selected topics with emphasis on current problems and advances in subdisciplines of biological science. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics and prerequisites. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 687 - Advanced Methods in Biology Units: 1-2
Graduate-level field or laboratory techniques in a specialized area of contemporary biology. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics and prerequisites. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 690 - Terrestrial Plant Ecology Units: 3
Survey of the factors that influence the physiology, distribution, and abundance of land (terrestrial) plants. Focuses on plant ecophysiology, plant population dynamics (e.g., dispersal, germination, and recruitment), plant-plant and plant-animal interactions, and the effects of the abiotic factors (e.g., climate, water, and nutrients) on the structure and function of terrestrial plant communities. BIOL 690 is dual-listed with BIOL 390 . These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 390 . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 697B - Directed Studies Units: 2
Laboratory or field research directed or sponsored by Biological Sciences faculty. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOL 697C - Directed Studies Units: 3
Laboratory or field research directed or sponsored by Biological Sciences faculty. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOL 697D - Directed Studies Units: 4
Laboratory or field research directed or sponsored by Biological Sciences faculty. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOL 697E - Directed Studies Units: 5
Laboratory or field research directed or sponsored by Biological Sciences faculty. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOL 697F - Directed Studies Units: 6
Laboratory or field research directed or sponsored by Biological Sciences faculty. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOL 698B - Thesis Units: 2
Design, implementation, and analysis of a formal research project in the biological sciences. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Advancement to candidacy.
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BIOL 698C - Thesis Units: 3
Design, implementation, and analysis of a formal research project in the biological sciences. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Advancement to candidacy.
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BIOL 698D - Thesis Units: 4
Design, implementation, and analysis of a formal research project in the biological sciences. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Advancement to candidacy.
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BIOL 698E - Thesis Units: 5
Design, implementation, and analysis of a formal research project in the biological sciences. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Advancement to candidacy.
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BIOL 698F - Thesis Units: 6
Design, implementation, and analysis of a formal research project in the biological sciences. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Advancement to candidacy.
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BIOL 699B - Thesis Extension Units: 2
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP) in BIOL 698 and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University to work on or complete the thesis. May be repeated. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOL 698 with an assigned grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOL 699C - Thesis Extension Units: 3
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP) in BIOL 698 and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University to work on or complete the thesis. May be repeated. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOL 698 with an assigned grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOL 699D - Thesis Extension Units: 4
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP) in BIOL 698 and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University to work on or complete the thesis. May be repeated. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOL 698 with an assigned grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOL 699E - Thesis Extension Units: 5
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP) in BIOL 698 and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University to work on or complete the thesis. May be repeated. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOL 698 with an assigned grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOL 699F - Thesis Extension Units: 6
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP) in BIOL 698 and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University to work on or complete the thesis. May be repeated. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOL 698 with an assigned grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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