Course Descriptions
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Biology (BIOL) and Biological Science (BSCI) Courses offered at UNH Manchester
BIOL 413. Principles of Biology I
Lecture and laboratory introduction to biological principles; cell structure,
function, replication, energetics and transport mechanisms; physiological
processes; Mendelian, molecular genetics, and gene technology. Required for
students majoring in the life sciences. Cannot be taken for credit after
BIOL 411 or equivalent. Special fee. Lab. 4 cr.
BIOL 414. Principles of Biology II
Lecture and laboratory survey of the five kingdoms of life; physiology of
cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems; evolution; human impact on the
biosphere. Required for students majoring in the life sciences. Cannot be
taken for credit after BIOL 412 or equivalent. Special fee. Lab. 4 cr.
BIOL 520. Our Changing Planet
Ecosystem interrelatedness and factors critical to maintain sustainability
will be addressed. Environmental issues such as water usage, pollution, and
treatment; air and soil quality; fossil fuels and alternative energy sources
will be presented. No credit if credit earned for ENE 520. 4 cr.
BIOL 541. General Ecology
Physical and biological factors affecting distribution, abundance, and adaptations
of organisms. Population, community, and ecosystem structure and function.
Prereq: BIOL 411-412 or equivalent. Special fee. Lab. Writing intensive.
4 cr.
BIOL 604. Principles of Genetics
Chemical structure of genetic material, Mendelism, gene recombination, and
chromosome mapping. Mutation, gene expression and regulation, recombinant
DNA. Quantitative inheritance and population genetics. Prereq: BIOL 411 and
412; CHEM 403 and 404. College math or statistics suggested. Offered each
semester. 4 cr.
BSCI 405. The Diversity of Life
Survey of ecology, evolution, genetics, and the diversity of life. Emphasis
on basic biological principles. For nonbiological sciences majors. Lecture
and lab. Cannot be taken for credit after completion of BIOL 411, 413, or
equivalent. No credit for students who have completed BIOL 405. Special fee.
Lab. 4cr.
BSCI 406. The Human Organism
Survey of biological chemistry, molecular and cell biology, and major plant
and animal systems. Emphasis on basic biological principles. For nonbiological
science majors. Lecture and lab. Cannot be taken for credit after completion
of BIOL 412, 414, or equivalent. No credit for students who have completed
BIOL 406. Special fee. Lab. 4 cr.
BSCI 421. Diseases of the 21st Century
Provides a basic understanding of several different diseases that may be
prevalent over the next century. Treatment and prevention of the disease
are also discussed. Students will acquire a basic understanding of the research
methodologies underlying several fields within the biological sciences, such
as microbiology, immunology, and molecular biology. Agents of biological
warfare is also discussed. This class is offered in the traditional classroom
and online using Blackboard. Prereq: ENGL 401. 4 cr.
BSCI 422. Biotechnology and Society
Course provides a basic understanding of genetic engineering. Techniques
discussed will include: cloning, gene transfer, the Polymerase chain reaction
(PCR), in vitro fertilization, organ transplants, and paternity
testing. Ethical issues involved with each technological advance will be
examined and each student will need to state their personal opinion on each
issue. Class will be offered in the traditional classroom and online using
Blackboard. Course content is equivalent to BIOL 404. Credit can't be received
for both courses. 4cr.
BSCI 431. It's a Small World: Microbes, the True Masters of our Planet
This course will make students better informed about the role of microorganisms
in their lives. The beneficial uses of microbes in ecosystems, medicine,
industry, food, and agriculture will be discussed. Several different diseases,
their prevention, identification, and treatment will be addressed in lectures.
Microbiological techniques used to identify bacterial strains will be used
in the laboratory component of the course. Bacterial strains used in biological
warfare will also be presented. Special fee. 4 cr.
BSCI 701-702. Senior Seminar
To be taken during the last two semesters of the senior year as students complete their Capstone project. Course emphasizes written and oral communication, discussion of current topics in biology, and career guidance. Fall and spring semester. Cr/F.
