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ART 472 - History of Art in the Nineteenth Century
History of European art in the nineteenth century.
Credits 3
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ART 473 - Twentieth Century Art
History of European art in the twentieth century.
Credits 3
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ART 474 - History of American Art
History of art in the United States from the seventeenth century until World War II.
Credits 3
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ART 475 - History of Photography
Development of photography as an aesthetic medium from its invention to the present time in America, France, England, etc.
Credits 3
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ART 476 - Topics in Performance and Media Art
This course provides a kind of “alternative” history of contemporary art, focusing on performance, media, participatory, and action-based art from the early twentieth century to the present rather than traditional art forms such as painting, drawing, and sculpture.
Credits 3
Corequisites or may be taken simultaneously to count as prerequisite.
Prerequisites , ; or .
Notes Same as ART 676.
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ART 477 - Art Since 1945
Study of painting, sculpture, and architecture since World War II and of the critical and cultural milieu in which these art forms developed.
Credits 3
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ART 479 - Artistic Traditions of the Southwest
Surveys Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo artistic traditions of Southwest from Anasazi to contemporary. Major media considered from pottery, basketmaking, weaving to contemporary painting, sculpture, photography, and architecture.
Credits 3
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ART 480 - Art of China
Surveys the history of the art and architecture of China.
Credits 3
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ART 481 - Art of Japan
Surveys the art and architecture of Japan from prehistoric to the Meiji Restoration. Inter-relationships between Japanese and western art briefly covered.
Credits 3
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ART 485 - Contemporary Artists in Context
This art history course corresponds to the weekly Visiting Artist lecture series hosted by the Art Department. In a weekly seminar, students will examine the work of visiting artists in greater depth through reading reviews, articles, and essays, and will consider larger art world movements or trends exemplified by the work of visiting artists.
Credits 3
Corequisites or may be taken simultaneously to count as prerequisite.
Prerequisites , ; or .
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ART 488 - Advanced Typography
Course presents readings, lectures, and design projects exploring technical and creative topics in typographic design including multiple hierarchies and structures in page and publication design, kinetic logotypes, lettering, and fontbuilding. Readings and lectures
will provide an overview of the history and context of English language lettering and type design.
Credits 3
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ART 489 - Art History Internship
Supervised on-site experience involving aspects of art history and gallery practices. May not be used by studio majors to fulfill art history requirements.
Credits (3-6)
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ART 490 - Studio Internship
Supervised on-site experience involving aspects of studio arts. May not be used by art history majors to fulfill studio requirements.
Credits 3
Prerequisites Six credits upper-division studio work and consent of instructor from the discipline requested.
May be repeated up to a maximum of six credits.
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ART 492 - Individual Studies
Individual creative work in any studio discipline. Before registering, the student must secure consent in writing from the instructor directing the study.
Credits (1-3)
Prerequisites Four upper-division studio classes in the discipline requested.
May be repeated to a maximum of 18 credits.
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ART 493 - Individual Study in Art History
Individual scholarly studies in any field of art history. Before registering, the student must secure consent in writing from the instructor directing the study.
Credits (1-3)
Prerequisites Two upper-division art history courses.
May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits.
Notes ART 493 may be taken only after completing at least one 400-level art history course with a B or better.
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ART 495 - Special Topics in Art History
Credits 3
Prerequisites 6 credits of upper-division art history.
May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits.
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ART 496 - Bachelor of Fine Arts Seminar
Practical preparation to enter into the professional art world. Topics covered include building a body a work, documentation of artworks, presentation of public slide talk, marketing and exhibiting artist statements, resumes, grants, and job possibilities.
Credits 3
Prerequisites Consent of instructor.
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ART 497 - Bachelor of Fine Arts Project
Preparation of a project or body of work to be exhibited in the B.F.A. Senior Exhibition during the Spring Semester.
Credits 3
Prerequisites .
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ART 498 - Seminar in the Visual Arts
Conducted by one or several faculty members. Subject to be decided by students and faculty.
Credits (1-3)
Prerequisites Consent of instructor(s).
May be repeated for a maximum of 18 credits.
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AST 100C - Topics in Astronomy: White Dwarfs, Neutron Stars, and Black Holes
Traces the history of a star’s evolution from its birth in interstellar gas and dust to its end as a placid white dwarf, fiery nova or supernova, or mysterious black hole. Emphasis upon the archetypical Crab Nebula and its rotating neutron star.
Credits 1
Prerequisites Consent of instructor.
Notes Recommended for non-science majors.
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AST 103 - Introductory Astronomy: The Solar System
Beginning level survey that discusses the nearby objects of our solar system, the formation and evolution of planetary bodies and the exploration of space. A minimum of mathematics is required.
Credits 3
Notes Recommended for non-science majors.
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AST 104 - Introductory Astronomy: Stars and Galaxies
Survey course at the beginning level which discusses stellar systems and galaxies. Topics include stellar evolution, formation of galaxies, and cosmology. A minimum of mathematics is required.
Credits 3
Notes Recommended for non-science majors.
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AST 105 - Introductory Astronomy Laboratory
Laboratory exercises in astronomy presented in the tradition of the amateur astronomer. Instruction includes observation of celestial objects as well as laboratory exercises to investigate the physical nature of astronomical objects. Instruction on the use of telescopes and the process of the scientific method presented.
Credits 1
Prerequisites or , or concurrent registration in one of these courses.
Notes Recommended for non-science majors.
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AST 190 - Projects in Observational Astronomy
Project-oriented course to develop skills in observational astronomy. The material and experience gained quite helpful to those people interested in education or in astronomy. The use of high quality equipment such as cameras, photometers, telescopes, and heliostats emphasized.
Credits 3
Prerequisites .
Notes Laboratory course recommended for non-science majors.
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AST 301 - Introduction to Astrophysics
Introduction to modern astrophysics. Discussion of matter and electromagnetic radiation, the physical processes in stars, galaxies, active galactic nuclei, and the large-scale structure of the Universe. Emphasis on applying physical principles and problem-solving techniques to astronomical situations.
Credits 3
Prerequisites .
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AST 470 - Special Topics in Astrophysics
Advanced astrophysics. Material alternates among three topics: solar system astrophysics, stellar structure and evolution, and galactic dynamics. Emphasis on current areas of interest.
Credits 3
Prerequisites , , , and .
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BGES 201 - Entrepreneurial Creativity
Creativity is the driving force behind successful entrepreneurial organizations. This course will allow students to develop their creative abilities through experimentation and experience with a multitude of techniques. Students will be empowered to develop their own approaches, guidelines, and skills for integrating creativity into their entrepreneurial goals.
Credits 3
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BGES 202 - Innovation and Teams
Increasingly, entrepreneurship happens in a team setting. This course focuses students on how to create and sustain an innovative organizational culture. Students will develop and demonstrate leadership and teambuilding skills through working on team-based creative projects and will learn how creative people and organizations behave in pursuit of entrepreneurial opportunities.
Credits 3
Corequisites .
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BGES 301 - Starting Entrepreneurial Organizations
Students will learn a variety of tools and concepts including feasibility analysis, trends analysis, opportunity recognition, and financial analysis for creating an entrepreneurial venture through a hands on, experience based curriculum.
Credits 3
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BGES 302 - Growing Entrepreneurial Organizations
The course focus includes evaluation of new venture opportunities, obtaining capital and other resources, personnel issues, business operations, and legal considerations. Students will prepare and present a business plan. The class is integrative and experiential in nature.
Credits 3
Prerequisites , , .
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BGES 430 - International Entrepreneurship
This course explores the knowledge necessary to create “global start-ups,” acquire sustained competitive advantage, and make global venturing decisions in light of the opportunities and threats faced by entrepreneurs in today’s global economy.
Credits 3
Prerequisites , .
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BGES 431 - International Seminar
This course provides students “on the ground” exposure to the environment and challenges of international business and requires an integrative analysis of the issues. Students will visit selected organizations, meet business people, and engage in the culture of a designated country.
Credits 3
Prerequisites .
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BGES 440 - Sustainability and Entrepreneurship
Sustainability and entrepreneurship are intertwined, encompassing environmental issues as well as social and financial issues. At its heart, sustainability is about applying creativity and innovation to systems thinking. Throughout the semester, students use practical tools and techniques for identifying issues, developing solutions, troubleshooting problems, measuring progress, and implementing entrepreneurial change.
Credits 3
Prerequisites , .
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BGES 441 - Social Entrepreneurship
Social Entrepreneurship is about using entrepreneurial skills to craft innovative responses to social problems. It aims at social impact but does not exclude economic wealth creation. Social Entrepreneurship involves recognizing opportunities, combining and mobilizing resources, triggering positive change in various domains, and building sustainability.
Credits 3
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BIOL 100 - General Biology for Non-Majors
Introduction to biology of the human species. For non-majors; emphasizing those aspects of structure, function, ecology, and evolution which provide a biological perspective for problems facing modern society.
Credits 4
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
Notes Satisfies the General Education Core requirement for a laboratory science course.
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BIOL 103 - Biology Laboratory
Laboratory portion of either or , for students who have had course work without a laboratory at a previous institution.
Credits 1
Prerequisites Credits for the lecture portion of either majors or non‑majors entry-level course and consent of instructor.
Notes For transfer students only.
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BIOL 104 - Introduction to Human Ecology
Focusing on natural processes that determine where organisms occur and how they change through time, this course for non-science majors will provide introductions to ecology, biogeography, and evolution. The principles learned will be used to understand interrelationships between humans and other organisms and address global issues such as emergent diseases, invasive species, changing landscapes, and wildlife conservation.
Credits 3
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BIOL 113 - Life in the Ocean
Introduction to the environments and inhabitants of the sea.
Credits 3
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BIOL 120 - Plants and People
Introduction for non-biology majors to the social, cultural, and economic role of useful and harmful plants and plant products in modern society. Consideration given to the origin, history, and human value of selected plants, especially those used for food, medicine, and industrial raw materials, or religious purposes.
Credits 3
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BIOL 121 - Human Nutrition
(Same as ). Description of the nature and role of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, water, vitamins, and minerals in the human body. Energy relations and various controversies in nutrition examined, as well as the relationships among nutrition, health, and disease.
Credits 3
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BIOL 122 - Desert Plants
Study of typical desert plant communities, along with the identification of more common species. Additional topics include morphological and physiological adaptations to aridity; and the nature, origin, and occurrence of arid environments.
Credits 3
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
Notes Satisfies the General Education Core requirement for a laboratory science course.
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BIOL 123 - Human Nutrition Laboratory
Laboratory exercises are employed to examine the nature and role of nutrients in the human body and energy relationships. Contemporary controversies in nutrition examined in relation to nutrition, health and disease.
Credits 1
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BIOL 148 - Natural History of the Desert Southwest
Introduction for biology non-majors to the desert environments of the American Southwest. Includes the study of climate, geology, plants, animals, and man in desert regions. Includes field trips.
Credits 4
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
Notes Satisfies the General Education Core requirement for a laboratory science course.
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BIOL 189 - Fundamentals of Life Science
Survey of contemporary biology; includes structure, function, interactions and evolutionary origins of living systems. For Biological Sciences majors and others who require biology as part of their professional career preparation.
Credits 4
Notes Satisfies General Education Core requirements for laboratory sciences. Aligned with State of Nevada life science content standards for K-8 certification.
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BIOL 196 - Principles of Modern Biology I
Structural and chemical nature of cells, complex organisms and cellular environments. Transmission and molecular genetics, cell communication, reproduction and energetics. For Biological Sciences majors and others pursuing advanced study in biology.
Credits 4
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
Notes Satisfies the General Education Core requirement for a laboratory science course.
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BIOL 197 - Principles of Modern Biology II
Whole-organism biology in an evolutionary context; biodiversity, structure, function and reproduction of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. Evolutionary and ecological pattern and process. For Biological Sciences majors and others pursuing advanced study in biology.
Credits 4
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
Notes Satisfies the General Education Core requirement for a laboratory science course.
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BIOL 208 - Introduction to Human Genetics
For non-majors. Aspects of human inheritance and evolution considered.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or .
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BIOL 220 - Introduction to Ecological Principles
Introduction for environmental science students to the major ecological principles at work in the environment. Focuses not only on these principles but also on understanding the processes that underlie them.
Credits 3
Prerequisites for Environmental Studies majors, and for BIOL majors.
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BIOL 223 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Review of the basic organization of human cells and tissues and the structure and function of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, and sensory systems.
Credits 4
Prerequisites .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
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BIOL 224 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Structure and function of the human digestive, circulatory, urogenital, and endocrine systems.
Credits 4
Prerequisites , .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
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BIOL 251 - General Microbiology
Survey of general microbiology including microbiological prokaryotic cell structure and function with an emphasis on microorganisms that associate with humans.
Credits 4
Prerequisites , or .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
Notes Credit not allowed in both BIOL 251 and .
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BIOL 300 - Principles of Genetics
Study of the transmission of traits from one generation to the next, the structure and function of genes, and the variation of genes between and within populations.
Credits 4
Prerequisites , , and .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
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BIOL 301 - Fossil Record
History and evolution of life as recorded in the fossil record.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or or .
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BIOL 302 - Evolutionary Survey of Vascular Plants
Evolutionary survey of vascular plants: their classification, appearance in geologic time, comparative life cycles and morphological characteristics.
Credits 4
Prerequisites .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
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BIOL 304 - Molecular Genetics
Comprehensive survey course designed to cover the basic principles that deal with the physical and chemical nature of genes. Specific topics include the structure/function of genes, genome organization, DNA replication and recombination, protein synthesis, regulation of gene expression, chromatin structure, epigenetic effects, and genetic engineering.
Credits 4
Prerequisites .
Notes Required concurrent registration in Molecular Genetics Discussion, .
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BIOL 304D - Molecular Genetics Discussion
Discussion of Molecular Genetics course topics covering the basic principles that deal with the physical and chemical nature of genes.
Credits 0
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BIOL 305 - Introduction to Conservation Biology
Fundamental issues in conservation biology including biodiversity, invasive and endangered species, reserve design, and environmental legislation to provide a scientific examination of the biological underpinnings of conservation issues.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or .
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BIOL 320 - Invertebrate Zoology
Discussion of the taxonomy, morphology, and physiology of the phyla and classes of invertebrate animals, including some ecological and phylogenetic relationships.
Credits 4
Prerequisites .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
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BIOL 341 - Principles of Ecology
Fundamentals of ecology and levels of population, community, and ecosystem.
Credits 3
Prerequisites .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture.
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BIOL 345 - Urban Horticulture
New field of urban horticulture, which deals with how plants respond to urban stresses. Includes readings on and discussion of the following topics: plant sciences and development, horticultural practices, and stress physiology.
Credits 3
Prerequisites .
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BIOL 348 - Introduction to Human Anatomy
Consideration of human anatomical systems - structure, composition, gross function, development and origins. Fundamental principles of anatomy including gross, microscopic, developmental and evolutionary aspects.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or equivalent.
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Two 75 minute lectures per week.
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BIOL 351 - Microbiology
Microbial systems provides in-depth coverage of prokaryotic cell structure, function, genetics, diversity, ecology, and pathogenesis, with an emphasis on microbial metabolism, bacterial genetics and molecular mechanisms.
Credits 4
Prerequisites , , .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
Notes Credit not allowed in both and BIOL 351.
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BIOL 360 - Introduction to Biomathematics I
Introduction to the interdisciplinary field of biomathematics; mathematical models of biological systems; applied numerical methods and computer software for solving mathematical models.
Credits 3
Prerequisites , .
Notes Same as .
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BIOL 361 - Introduction to Biomathematics II
A continuation to the study of biomathematics; part two will consider more advanced mathematical models of biological processes associated with advection, diffusion and pattern formation; computational methods for solving partial differential equations.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or .
Notes Same as .
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BIOL 405 - Molecular Biology
Introductory molecular biology. Study of genes and their activities at the molecular level, including transcription, translation, DNA replication, and recombination. Concepts of molecular biology presented along with experimental strategies and data the led to those concepts.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or .
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BIOL 409 - Virology
Systematic examination of animal, plant, and bacterial viruses including their structure and genome organization, their reproduction and assembly, and their effects on host organisms.
Credits 3
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BIOL 412 - Molecular Evolution
Molecular evolution of genes and genomes. Origin of life from the prebiotic soup through the RNA world to current DNA replication systems. Determination of the universal tree of life by inferring molecular phylogenies of genes and proteins. Emphasis on evolution by duplication, recombination, and transposition.
Credits 3
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BIOL 414 - Endocrinology
(Same as .) Survey of the structure and function of vertebrate endocrine systems, with emphasis on the biochemical basis of hormone action and the role of cell communication in endocrine physiology.
Credits 3
Prerequisites , recommended.
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BIOL 415 - Evolution
Introduction to evolutionary biology, focusing on the processes that have been (and are currently) responsible for the generation and maintenance of biological diversity.
Credits 3
Prerequisites , .
Notes The course is divided into two parts: microevolutionary processes that occur within populations, and species diversification and macroevolutionary patterns.
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BIOL 417 - Biochemical Adaptations
Exploration of biochemical and molecular characteristics that appear to be adaptive for organisms in their respective environments.
Credits 3
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Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hour lecture.
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BIOL 418 - Microbial Ecology
Study of microbes as individuals, populations, and communities in freshwater, marine, and terrestrial environments. Topics such as nutrient cycling, biodegradation, and biotechnology discussed from an ecological standpoint.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or consent of instructor.
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture.
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BIOL 422 - Taxonomy of Vascular Plants
Study of the evolutionary relationships of the principal orders, families and genera; systems of classification; collection and identification of local flora.
Credits 4
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Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Two hours lecture and six hours laboratory.
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BIOL 425 - Genomics
Study of the sequencing, assembling and annotating of genomes. Examination of new approaches that integrate genetics, molecular biology, and computer sciences to answer biological questions in novel ways. Applications of genomics, proteomic and bioinformatic technologies in medical researches.
Credits 3
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BIOL 426 - Plant Anatomy
Study of the basic structure of plant organs and tissues, particularly with regard to relationships between structure and function.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or higher number BIOL course.
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory.
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BIOL 427 - Bryology
Biology of mosses, including taxonomy, morphology, reproduction, speciation, desiccation tolerance, resource transfer, spore biology, and biology of the ecologically important soil crusts. Arid environments highlighted. Lab focuses on local identification and includes field trips.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or higher number BIOL course.
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BIOL 431 - Ichthyology
Study of biology of fishes, including morphology, physiology, ecology, and evolution. Emphasis on local fish, field work with state and federal agency biologists.
Credits 4
Prerequisites .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory, some overnight or weekend field trips.
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BIOL 432 - Herpetology
Introduction to various aspects of the ecology, behavior, and evolution of recent amphibians and non-avian reptiles. In the laboratory students will learn diagnostic characteristics, some functional attributes, and aspects of the natural history of recent amphibians and non-avian reptiles, particularly of species from southwestern North America.
Credits 4
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Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
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BIOL 438 - Soil Plant Water Relations in Arid Environments
The class will cover soil plant water relationships relevant to arid environments under limited water resources. Topics that will be discussed in detail include; the hydrologic cycle, water properties, soil physical and chemical properites, environmental demand, plant stress associated with drought and salinity, water quality and irrigation management as it relates to plant growth and productivity.
Credits 3
Prerequisites and , or consent of instructor.
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours The class will be taught in a lecture/lab format.
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BIOL 440 - Mammalian Physiology
Principles of mammalian physiology, normal functioning of mammalian body as a whole, and interrelationships of organs and organ systems. Emphasis on physiological processes and their interrelationships.
Credits 3
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Prerequisites , , and .
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BIOL 441 - Field Ecology
Introduction to ecological research. Weekly field projects emphasize population biology, interactions among species, and ecosystem processes.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or or consent of instructor.
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Six hours of combined lecture and field or laboratory work.
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BIOL 442 - Principles of Plant Physiology with Laboratory
Introduction to the basic physiological processes in plants: metabolism, nutrition, growth, and development.
Credits 4
Prerequisites , , and .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
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BIOL 444 - Principles of Plant Ecology
Introduction to the ecology of wild plants, particularly structure, ecology of populations, interactions of plants with their environment and other organisms, and survey of the major global vegetation types.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or consent of instructor.
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BIOL 445 - Cell Physiology
Cell physiology provides an understanding of the basic processes of eukaryotic cells and their relationship to cellular ultrastructure.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or consent of instructor.
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BIOL 447 - Advanced Comparative Animal Physiology
Comparative physiology provides a detailed understanding of the diverse array of physiological systems evolved to allow animals to function in various environments. The comparative approach is used to understand physiological adaptations to various environments and the evolution of physiological systems.
Credits 3
Prerequisites , , and .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
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BIOL 448 - Mammalian Physiology Laboratory
Practical experience with physiological techniques. Emphasis on the integration of tissue, organ, and organ system physiological functions.
Credits 1 or 2
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BIOL 449 - Comparative Nutrition
Explore the diversity and complexity of systems that have evolved to adequately support energy requiring processes for life. Topics range from the evolution of digestive systems in a wide array of organisms (single celled, plants and animals) to the development of, for example, simple, complex, and ruminant digestive systems. Methods of acquiring, processing and utilizing nutrients for growth, maintenance and metabolism, including performance are also discussed.
Credits 3
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BIOL 451 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
The companion laboratory course of . Hands-on dissection of specimens representing major vertebrate groups. Numerous demonstration specimens sample the diversity of fishes, amphibians, and amniotes. Review of fossil vertebrates with emphasis on phylogenetic relationships.
Credits 2
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Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and six hours laboratory.
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BIOL 452 - Comparative Behavioral Endocrinology
Explores the relationships between hormones, brain and behavior in invertebrate and vertebrate animals. Discussion of the effects of hormones on development and behavior, how behavior and the nervous system influence endocrine physiology and how hormones influence the timing of physiological and behavioral events.
Credits 3
Prerequisites or .
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BIOL 453 - Immunology
Study of the immune response, cell-mediated and humoral. Topics include the diversity of antibodies and antigen receptors, evolution of immunity, cell-cell interactions, importance of major histocompatibility complex immune regulation, and immunity to microorganisms.
Credits 3
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BIOL 455 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy and Biomechanics
Examines structure-function relationships in the context of vertebrate evolution. Tissues and structures of the integumentary, skeletal, and muscular system are emphasized. Biomechanics of materials, structures, and movements are related to adaptations of vertebrates to life in their physical worlds.
Credits 3
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Prerequisites or equivalent.
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BIOL 460 - Microbial Physiology
Exploration of the major aspects of microbial physiology, including structure and growth of bacteria, generation of ATP and intermediary metabolism, synthesis of macromolecules and cellular components, and coordination of intracellular activities.
Credits 3
Prerequisites , and .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture.
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BIOL 464 - Bacterial Pathogenesis
Addresses the molecular mechanisms by which bacterial pathogens cause disease. Basic principles of bacterial pathogenesis will be considered before a survey of bacterial pathogens and their specific virulence factors is conducted. Includes aspects of bacterial genetics, physiology, immunology, and the cell biology of host-parasite interactions.
Credits 3
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BIOL 465 - Vertebrate Embryology
Development of vertebrates, with emphasis on amphibians, birds, and mammals. Considerations of gametogenesis, fertilization, cleavage, early morphogenesis, and organogenesis included.
Credits 4
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Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Two hours lecture and six hours laboratory.
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BIOL 466 - Developmental Biology
Development biology from the perspective of evolutionary biology and embryology and genetics. Elucidation of general principles about the genetic basis of morphologic changes and regulatory mechanisms, the genetics toolkit for development of model species, and the regulation and function of these genes in the complex hierarchies that govern animal development.
Credits 3
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BIOL 468 - Histology
Microscopic structure and function of vertebrate tissues with emphasis on mammals.
Credits 4
Prerequisites , .
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Two hours lecture and six hours laboratory.
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BIOL 470 - Topics in Applied Microbiology
Applications may include bioremediation, food, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, vaccine development, water treatment, or genetic engineering. Presentation and discussion of current literature. Topics published in the class schedule.
Credits 3
Prerequisites and .
Notes Maximum of two different topics may be selected for a total of six credits.
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BIOL 471 - Aquatic Ecology
Principles of aquatic ecology including physical, chemical and biotic attributes - and their interactions - relating to both freshwater and marine systems.
Credits 3
Prerequisites and or consent of instructor.
Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hour lecture/discussion.
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