101. Fundamentals of Biology*
A human oriented introductory course for non-science majors which
begins with sex cell formation and progresses through
fertilization and system formation. Special emphasis will be
placed on the biological role of cell organization and function,
integration of systems, inheritance of individual traits and the
genetic basis of evolution. The laboratory will introduce a
variety of investigational techniques used to study related
problems at the cellular and organismal levels. 4 credits Fall &
Spring Dr. Wissinger
105. Biological Science
This course presents a detailed analysis of the structure and
function of cells including plant and animals types. Discussion
includes topics on cell molecules, nuclear and cell division and
ploidy levels. Chromosome structure and function is also
emphasized. Other topics include systems of classification, and
the origin and evolution of life forms from prokaryotes through
eukaryotes. The laboratory portion of the course involves a
practical examination of the above topics. Three hours lecture/1 laboratory per
week. 4 credits Fall Dr.
Benington
106. Biological Science
This course examines the physiological basis of biological
phenomena; the interaction of genetics and the environment and
the process of evolution. Other topics include developmental
biology, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, reproduction,
physiology of animal systems and ecological principles. The
laboratory portion examines genetic systems and animal structure
and function. Three hours lecture/1 laboratory per week. 4 credits Spring Dr. Benington
112. Human Ecology*
This course is designed for the liberal arts student who is
interested in the relationship between humans and their natural
environment. The integrative concept of humans as one species in
a global ecosystem will be emphasized. Elementary ecological
principles will be applied to such environmental problems as
energy resources, land use, air and water pollution, and species
extinction. We will seek for solutions along multidisciplinary
lines, including economics, political science, and environmental
ethics. No laboratory. No prerequisites. 3 credits Fall & Spring
Dr.
Georgian, Dr. Parsley
206. Human Genetics*
An examination of inherited human characteristics responsible for producing
molecular, cellular and morphological variations among individuals.
Topical discussions will cover the biological processes involving the origin and
transmission of genetic traits, current methods for detecting and medically
treating abnormal conditions and the ethical dilemmas created by the rapidly
changing medical practices used to treat human genetic problems. This
lecture course is intended for non-science students in specific education majors
or by instructor approval. 2 credits Spring Dr.
Wissinger
208.
Biology of Aging*
An introduction to aging from a developmental perspective. Current
understanding of cellular and organ systems will be used to explain conditions
and diseases that typically appear in individuals as they become older.
The key physiological and genetic theories of aging will be explored by
comparing methods and consequences of modifying the aging process.
Prerequisite: Biology 101 or permission of instructor. 3 credits Spring Dr.
Wissinger
211. Human Anatomy and Physiology*
A study of the structure and function of the human body. Special
emphasis is placed upon correlating structure with function in an
examination of the human body from the cell and cellular
metabolism level to the complex systems level. The laboratory is
correlated with lectures and includes exercises of cell and
tissue structure and function and exercises covering and
integrating the microscopic and gross anatomy of the integument,
body membranes, skeleton, articulations, and muscles with their
corresponding body functions. Prerequisite- Biology 105-106 or
equivalent. Two hours lecture/1 laboratory per week. 3 credits Fall Fr. Schneible
212. Human Anatomy and Physiology.*
A continuation of Biology 211 in which attention is given to the
structure and function of biological integrating and control
mechanisms and mechanisms for processing, transporting,
secreting, and eliminating. Emphasis is given to body maintenance
response to external and internal stress. Laboratory exercises
cover nervous, endocrine, digestive, circulatory, respiratory and
urinary structures and processes in maintaining homeostasis.
Prerequisite-Biology 211 or equivalent. Two hours lecture/1 laboratory per
week. 3 credits Spring Fr. Schneible
254. Comparative Anatomy of the Vertebrates
The anatomy of vertebrate classes with emphasis on phylogeny and
adaptation. The laboratory will stress dissection.
Prerequisite-Biology 105-106 or equivalent. Two hours lecture/1 laboratory per
week. 3
credits Spring Staff Not offered 2003.
291. Genetics
A critical study of biological variation based on the molecular
characteristics of genetic information. The course will cover the
mechanisms of transmission genetics, the structural nature of
nucleic acids, gene expression and its regulation and the role of
mutational events in promoting evolutionary change.
Prerequisite-Biology 105-106 or equivalent. 3 credits Fall Only Dr.
White
294. Genomics
An
introduction to the fields of genomics, functional genomics, and proteomics.
The course will begin with a brief description of methods used for
sequencing and analyzing genomes. We
will then explore what is known about the structure and functional organization
of the genomes of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms.
Analyses of genome evolution and of the implications of genomics
evolution for the evolution of organisms will figure prominently in this
discussion. The course will
conclude with a consideration of the current and potential biotechnological and
medical applications of genomics information. Prerequisite: Biology 291. 3
credits. Spring. Dr. Benington.
308. Applied Kinesiology and Exercise Physiology
A detailed study of musculoskeletal-neuromuscular biomechanics
and neuromuscular physiology of the human body as applied to
human movement, and motor control and motor performance in
physical activities and exercise programs. The laboratory serves
in applying mechanical laws and principles to kinesiology and the
application of kinesiology to exercise physiology, selected
performance patterns, and therapeutic modalities. Prerequisite/ corequisite-Biology 254 or 212 or equivalent.
Physics 103 or 110 recommended. Two hours lecture/1 laboratory per week. 3 credits Spring
Dr. Schneible
318-319. Research Participation I, II
A carefully supervised semester, or year, of organized and formal
research on a specific problem to be determined by the student
and the faculty advisor. Students will be admitted on a selective
basis. A GPA of 3.0 in Biology is required as well as permission
of a faculty research advisor prior to registration. For
successful completion, a research report which follows scientific
protocol must be submitted and approved. 2 credits per semester
Fall-Spring Staff
321. General Microbiology
A study of the structure, growth metabolism and ecology of
microorganisms (viruses, bacteria, yeasts, molds, and protozoa).
Approximately one-half of the lectures and laboratories are
devoted to the study of pathogenic microorganisms. Prerequisite-Biology 105-106 or equivalent.
Two hours lecture/1 laboratory per week. 3 credits Fall Dr. Kupinski
341. Ecology
An evaluation of the fundamental interrelations between
organism(s) and environment. Field trips will be used to
illustrate these phenomena. Prerequisite-Biology 105-106 or the
equivalent. (formerly BIO 411). Two hours lecture/1 laboratory per week. 3 credits Fall Dr. Parsley
349. Ecology of the Everglades
A two week field trip to the Everglades National Park and to Big
Cypress Swamp during the Christmas intersession. All of the
biomes associated with everglades will be studied in depth. The
participants will camp in tents and will prepare their own meals.
The trip will be preceded by a ten hour lecture series given on
campus. Permission of instructor necessary for enrollment.
Prerequisite: Biology 105-106 or equivalent. (formerly BIO 409)
3 credits January On occasion. Dr. Bothner
350. Neurobiology
How the physical activity of the brain produces subjective experience as
well as the behavior of humans and other animals. The course will start
with a firm grounding in the properties of individual brain cells and the
neurochemical and biophysical factors that modulate their activity. This
will be applied to a discussion of (1) the network interactions involved
in processing of sensory input and motor output, (2) changes in neurological
activity associated with psychoactive substances and abnormal brain functioning,
and (3) the mechanisms underlying learning, memory, development of the brain,
emotions, language, and consciousness. Prerequisite: Biology 105-106 or equivalent.
Two hours lecture/1 laboratory per week. 3 credits Spring Dr. Benington
362. Developmental Biology
Starting with gametic formation, the course will examine the
progressive events leading to organism formation and contribute
to their eventual death. Morphological changes will be considered
in terms of the regulatory mechanisms which control the
developmental process. Prerequisite-Biology 105-106 or
equivalent. Three hours lecture per week. 3 credits Fall Dr. Wissinger
371. Biochemistry
A study of the structures and functions of biomolecules,
bioenergetics, major catabolic and anabolic pathways, and the
fundamentals of molecular genetics. The laboratory familiarizes
the student with biochemical phenomena and provides experience
with important techniques used in biochemistry.
Prerequisite-Chemistry 302. Three hours lecture/1 laboratory per
week. 4 credits Fall Dr. Lapennas
380. Fieldwork in Tropical Ecosystems
A comparison of the structure
and function of several tropical ecosystems through intensive fieldwork over a
2-week period spent on the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico. Work in near shore
marine ecosystems will examine the ecology of coral reefs, mangroves, and
seagrasses. Terrestrial ecosystems including a tropical rainforest, a tropical
dry forest, and an agro-ecosystem will be examined. Visits to two Old World
style, Spanish cities will provide exposure to the European history and culture
of the island. Fieldwork will take place during the Intersession between fall
and spring semesters. Lectures, readings of primary and secondary source
materials and classroom exercises during the fall semester will provide the
background to prepare students for the fieldwork. Students will make
presentations to faculty and students on some aspect of their work within two
weeks of their return. Permission of the instructor is necessary for enrollment.
Prerequisites: Biology 105-106 or Biology 112 or the equivalent knowledge of
basic ecology and each student must pass a swimming test. 3 credits January. On
occasion. Dr. Parsley
390. Evolution
A detailed study of the fundamental principles of biological evolution,
including natural selection; neutral theory; population-level evolutionary
changes; molecular mechanisms of evolution; the role of morphological,
behavioral and molecular data in our understanding of evolutionary change; and
methods of evolutionary research. The course will integrate classical
conclusions with contemporary interpretations of evolutionary data, with
emphasis placed on modern molecular- based methodologies. Prerequisite: Biology
291. Three hours lecture per week. 3 credits Fall Staff
399. Biology Seminar
This seminar is intended for junior biology majors. Students will read
and discuss in a seminar format a series of research papers from the biological
literature, organized around a central theme. The themes will vary from
semester to semester. Each student will be responsible for analyzing and
presenting at least one paper during the course, along with weekly participation
in group discussions. Prerequisite: Biology 105-106. 1 credits Fall & Spring
Staff
403. Freshwater Ecosystems
A study of the aquatic ecosystems of the world with special
emphasis paid to lakes and streams of western New York. Topics
include the biology of the major aquatic plants and animals, and
the effects of pollution on the aquatic ecosystem. Producer,
consumer, and decomposer organisms as well as physical and
chemical data are collected from area lakes and will be analyzed
as a part of the laboratory section of the course. Prerequisite-Biology 105-106 or equivalent.
Two hours lecture/1 laboratory per week. 3 credits Fall
Dr.
Georgian
406. Plant Physiology
Growth, development and differentiation of plants are under the
control of several interacting factors including chemical,
physical and genetic ones. Various aspects of chemical,
nutritional and environmental effects on plants will be
emphasized. The laboratory will emphasize the experimental
methods used to study the various phenomena. Two hours lecture and 1 lab per
week. Prerequisite-Biology
105-106 or equivalent. 3 credits Spring Dr. Parsley
418-419. Research Participation III, IV
A carefully supervised semester, or year, of organized and formal
research on a specific problem to be determined by the student
and the faculty director. Admission is granted only to those
students with a 2.7 index in biology, acceptance being on a
selective basis. The applicant's qualifications will be reviewed
by the department head, the research director and one other
faculty member. For successful completion a report which follows
scientific protocol must be submitted and accepted by two faculty
members. 2 credits per semester. Fall-Spring Staff
452. Vertebrate Physiology
A study of the fundamental mechanisms of vertebrate physiology.
The basis for the function of the various organ systems and the
biological controls that result in the integration of these
systems will be discussed. Prerequisite-Biology 371. Two hours lecture/1
laboratory per week. 3 credits Spring Dr. Lapennas
456-457 Senior-Faculty Colloquium in Biology
The colloquium is a series of meetings providing a more informal
student-faculty interaction and exchange of ideas on biologically
related subjects not normally covered in courses or that may have
social, moral or philosophical implications beyond those
routinely covered in the curriculum. This two-semester sequence
is required of all seniors and is designed to satisfy the
Comprehensive Examination requirement (see Undergraduate Catalog
Degree Requirements section) for Biology majors. 0 credits
Fall-Spring Staff
460. Biochemistry Seminar
This course will survey classic and current research papers in
the areas of Cell and Molecular Biology. This course fulfills
the Comprehensive Examination requirement for students in the
Biochemistry Program. Prerequisite-Biology 466. 1 credit Fall Dr. Kupinski
466. Molecular Cell Biology
This course examines eucaryotic cells from the perspective of
organelle ultra-structure and function, and the regulation of cell
function through the differential expression of genes. Lecture
topics include cell cycle, chromosome structure, mechanisms of
gene regulation, the molecular biology of cancer and recombinant
DNA technology. The lab component reinforces the lecture by
emphasizing the experimental approaches to the study of cell
structure and function.
Prerequisite-Biology 371. Three hours lecture/1 laboratory per
week.. 4 credits Spring Dr. Kupinski
472. Immunology
This course examines the molecular and cellular basis of humoral
and cellular immunity. Antibody structure and function, the
origin of antibody diversity and the nature of cellular immunity
are examined. Other topics include the role of the major histocompatibility complex in immunity, regulation of the immune
system, manifestations of defective regulation (autoimmunity and
hypersensitivities) and immunity to infectious agents. (formerly
BIO 432)Two hours lecture and 1 lab per week. Prerequisite Biology 371. 3 credits Spring
Dr.
Kupinski
*These courses may not be taken by Biology or Biochemistry Majors for credit toward either major. However, majors could take these courses as general electives.