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AVA 230 - Sculpture 2 Course Units: 1.0
(Winter, Spring: Duncan) A complementary experience to Sculpture I or Three- Dimensional Design I. Includes welded steel, more advanced techniques in wood, and other media. Specific class projects aim to develop fluency with materials and concepts. Individual work expected and encouraged. Prerequisite(s): AVA 130 , AVA 140 , or permission of the instructor. CC: HUM
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AVA 240 - Three-Dimensional Design 2 Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) A continuation of Three- Dimensional Design I, with emphasis on design and construction of chairs. The chair as structure; necessity; aesthetic object. Function, decoration, metaphor. Relationship of design to the human body. Each class member will construct three functioning chairs. Prerequisite(s): AVA 130 or AVA 140 , or permission of the instructor. CC: HUM
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AVA 251 - (151) Printmaking: Etching Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Conley) Introduction to intaglio printing. Includes dry point, etching with hard and soft grounds, aquatint, lift ground, white ground. Outside work required and critiques. CC: HUM
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AVA 252 - Experimental Printmaking Course Units: 1
In this course we will explore techniques and concepts that augment traditional methods of printmaking. Students will survey a variety of alternative printmaking methods and develop self directed projects around each unit of study. We will examine the potential of print to create unique pieces that crossover with concepts of drawing, painting, collage, photography, and sculpture. Some methods covered are monoprints, collagraphs, and cyanotypes. This course is for students who are interested in multimedia, non-traditional methods, and pushing the boundaries of works on paper. CC: HUM
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AVA 260 - Painting: Oil Course Units: 1.0
(Winter, Spring: Nemett) An introduction to oil painting technique, color, and pictorial composition. Initial development of an individual visual vocabulary. Outside work is required; weekly critiques. Prerequisite(s): A college-level introductory studio art course, two-dimensional or three-dimensional media, or portfolio review and permission of the instructor. CC: HUM
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AVA 261 - Painting: Watercolor Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) Painting that explores aqueous painting media, emphasizing watercolor techniques. Discussions centering on issues of composition, content, and expression. Prerequisite(s): Same as AVA 260 . Recommended: AVA 100 or AVA 110 . Outside work is required. CC: HUM
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AVA 262 - Real and Recorded Time - 4D Art Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Orellana) This course will serve as an introduction to the basic concepts of four-dimensional art or time-based artwork, using a variety of processes and media. Students explore concepts in animation techniques, video and audio production, editing, interactivity, installation, and documentation. Class lectures and hands-on studio time will incorporate technique demonstrations, screenings, readings, discussions, technical exploration, aesthetic inquiry and historical information relevant to the course. Outside work is required. Prerequisite(s): Any Studio Art course or permission of instructor. CC: HUM ISP: FLM
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AVA 270 - The Processed Pixel Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Orellana) Utilizing basic aspects of computer programming, this course will explore how artists can experiment with computer code to communicate a variety of ideas and content. By means of the programming environment processing, students will investigate issues in animation, computational design, physical computing, data visualization, interactivity, and other relevant topics. Class lectures and hands-on studio time will incorporate technique demonstrations, discussions, technical exploration, aesthetic inquiry and historical information relevant to the course. Outside work required. Cross-Listed: CSC 112 Prerequisite(s): Any Studio Art course or permission of instructor. CC: SET, HUM
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AVA 282 - Digital Aesthetics Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Orellana) Through this intensive Digital Art course, students will learn how to navigate the complex and rich world of computer aided graphic design. Using Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effect, InDesign and several input and output techniques, students will gain experience in a variety of industry standard topics. These will include logo design, branding, information architecture, package design, webpage aesthetics, kinetic typography and the history of computer aided graphic design. Prerequisite(s): Any Visual Arts course. AVA 160 highly recommended or permission of the instructor. CC: HUM
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AVA 295H - Visual Arts Honors Independent Project 1 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 296H - Visual Arts Honors Independent Project 2 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 320 - Photography 3 - Color Digital Photography Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Morton) This class is a “Portfolio Project” where each student conceptualizes a project to work on for the whole term resulting in a finished photography portfolio of at least 20 prints and 40 artist’s proofs. Students will also do research projects about a group of photographers whose work might inform their own. Prerequisite(s): Photography II or permission of instructor; limited enrollment. Digital camera required. CC: HUM
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AVA 330 - Sculpture 3 Course Units: 1.0
(Winter, Spring: Duncan) Advanced exploration of techniques, materials, and concepts of sculpture. Emphasis on development of individual student’s work. Prerequisite(s): AVA 230 , or permission of the instructor. CC: HUM
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AVA 345 - The Illustrated Organism Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) This studio course is the cross-section of common themes found in fine arts and biology, using art as a way of exploring science. The biological question of how evolution influences the relationship between structure and function will be addressed by exploring the use of color, light and structural logic with the goal of creating a world of your own. The course will culminate in an exhibition of artwork with corresponding texts by the student artists describing the connection between the art and science. Taught jointly by biology and visual arts. Apply through participating departments. Cross-Listed: BIO 345 CC: HUM, SCLB
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AVA 350 - Advanced Printmaking Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Conley) Investigation of advanced printmaking techniques, including lithography, woodcut and collagraph. Outside work required, critiques. Prerequisite(s): AVA 150 , AVA 251 or permission of instructor. CC: HUM
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AVA 360 - Advanced Painting Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Nemett) Emphasis on refining individual direction with respect to ideas of composition, content, and media. Stylistic development is stressed. Outside work required, critiques. Prerequisite(s): AVA 130 , AVA 140 , AVA 210 , AVA 260 or AVA 261 CC: HUM
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AVA 363 - 3D Computer Modeling Course Units: 1.0
(Fall: Orellana) This course will introduce students into the world of three-dimensional computer graphics. Through this hands-on-course, students will learn how to use 3D software to realize ideas in sculpture, virtual environments, 3D modeling, installation, and rapid prototyping. Class lectures and hands-on studio time will incorporate technique demonstrations, discussions, technical exploration, aesthetic inquiry and historical information relevant to the course. Software covered: Cinema 4D, Poser, and Adobe After Effects. Outside work required. Prerequisite(s): AVA 160 or AVA 320 or permission of instructor. CC: HUM ISP: FLM
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AVA 365 - Plein Air Painting Course Units: 1
The invention of portable easels and paint in tubes sparked a radical move outside for the Impressionists and Hudson Valley Painters of the 19th century. But while plein air painting may have made its mark two centuries ago, it’s still alive and well today. Today, many contemporary painters are again ditching their studio walls for the immersive experience of painting in the great outdoors. Working directly from life, outside, we will more deeply and personally understand principles of color theory, value, temperature, mark-making, composition, and spatial relationships with oil paint. Prereq/Corequisite(s): AVA 260 and AVA 261 CC: HUM
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AVA 370 - Robotic Art Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Orellana) This studio art course will explore the creation of robotic art, interactive art, kinetic sculpture, sound works, light art, and performance environments. Using the Arduino micro-controller and basic electronic techniques, the course will include lectures, hands-on studio time, technique demonstrations, discussions, technical exploration, aesthetic inquiry and historical information relevant to the course. Outside work required. Prerequisite(s): Any Visual Arts course or permission of instructor. CC: HUM
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AVA 380 - The Floating World: Edo Prints and Printmaking Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) Students will produce a portfolio of woodblock prints based on an exploration of the history of Japanese prints during the Edo period (1603-1867). Ukiyo-e, or “floating-world pictures,” depicted the urban pleasures offered in the imperial capital Edo (modern-day Tokyo). The themes and individual artistic styles, first studied, then interpreted by the students in their prints, include: cityscapes and landscapes; representations beautiful men and women in bijinga; the exotic encounter with the west; and explicit erotic imagery. Cross-Listed: AAH 380 CC: LCC, HUM ISP: AIS
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AVA 400 - Special Projects in Photography Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Morton) Students accepted to this class will propose special project ideas to work on for the term. This is a self-initiated experience working closely with the professor throughout. Work may be in any photographic media or combined with other disciplines or contexts. Students will also research the aesthetics and ideas of relevant historical and contemporary photographers. Digital or film camera required. Prerequisite(s): AVA 320 or permission of instructor. CC: HUM
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AVA 405 - Special Projects in Painting Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Nemett) Continued study of painting at the advanced level, incorporating exploration of techniques, materials, and expanded concepts. Matters of scale and the evolution of individual direction are emphasized through group and individual critiques. Prerequisite(s): AVA 260 , AVA 261 , or permission of the instructor. Special exclusions: may not be taken simultaneously with AVA 497 , AVA 498 , or AVA 499 . CC: HUM
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AVA 410 - Drawing Independent Study 1 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 411 - Drawing Independent Study 2 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 412 - Drawing Independent Study 3 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 413 - Drawing Independent Study 4 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 414 - Drawing Independent Study 5 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 415 - Drawing Independent Study 6 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 416 - Drawing Independent Study 7 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 417 - Drawing Independent Study 8 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 418 - Drawing Independent Study 9 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 419 - Drawing Independent Study 10 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 420 - Photography Independent Study 1 Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Morton) Students who have a demonstrated ability to work independently and who propose a specific project may do an independent course of study in photography (either black & white or digital color). A journal, written assignments, weekly meetings and final portfolio are required. Students must submit a written proposal well in advance of pre-registration to be considered. Prerequisite(s): At least three photography courses at Union or permission of the instructor.
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AVA 421 - Photography Independent Study 2 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 422 - Photography Independent Study 3 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 423 - Photography Independent Study 4 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 424 - Photography Independent Study 5 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 425 - Photography Independent Study 6 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 426 - Photography Independent Study 7 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 427 - Photography Independent Study 8 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 428 - Photography Independent Study 9 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 429 - Photography Independent Study 10 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 430 - Sculpture Independent Study 1 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 431 - Sculpture Independent Study 2 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 432 - Sculpture Independent Study 3 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 433 - Sculpture Independent Study 4 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 434 - Sculpture Independent Study 5 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 435 - Sculpture Independent Study 6 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 436 - Sculpture Independent Study 7 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 437 - Sculpture Independent Study 8 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 438 - Sculpture Independent Study 9 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 439 - Sculpture Independent Study 10 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 450 - Printmaking Independent Study 1 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 451 - Printmaking Independent Study 2 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 452 - Printmaking Independent Study 3 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 453 - Printmaking Independent Study 4 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 454 - Printmaking Independent Study 5 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 455 - Printmaking Independent Study 6 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 456 - Printmaking Independent Study 7 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 457 - Printmaking Independent Study 8 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 458 - Printmaking Independent Study 9 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 459 - Printmaking Independent Study 10 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 460 - Painting Independent Study 1 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 461 - Painting Independent Study 2 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 462 - Painting Independent Study 3 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 463 - Painting Independent Study 4 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 464 - Painting Independent Study 5 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 465 - Painting Independent Study 6 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 466 - Painting Independent Study 7 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 467 - Painting Independent Study 8 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 468 - Painting Independent Study 9 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 469 - Painting Independent Study 10 Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 470 - Studio Internship 1 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) A student who has largely fulfilled the requirements for a concentration in studio visual arts may apply to the department to pursue an internship with a studio visual arts related professional business, art center, gallery or artist’s studio. This is a student-initiated experience where the student proposes the internship, seeks faculty sponsorship, and obtains the chair’s approval. An internship application is required to be completed by the student and approved by the department prior to preregistration for the term of the intern opportunity.
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AVA 471 - Studio Internship 2 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) A student who has largely fulfilled the requirements for a concentration in studio visual arts may apply to the department to pursue an internship with a studio visual arts related professional business, art center, gallery or artist’s studio. This is a student-initiated experience where the student proposes the internship, seeks faculty sponsorship, and obtains the chair’s approval. An internship application is required to be completed by the student and approved by the department prior to preregistration for the term of the intern opportunity.
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AVA 480 - Digital Art Independent Study Course Units: 1.0
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AVA 497 - Studio Senior Project Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) A one-term project requiring sponsorship by a studio faculty member. A project carried out in the student’s area of studio concentration with WAC. CC: WS credit possible with completion of an additional written research paper.
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AVA 498 - Visual Arts Senior Thesis 1 Course Units: 0.0
(TBD: Staff) A two-term studio project requiring faculty sponsorship. (See preceding information on Departmental Honors and WS requirements.)
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AVA 499 - Visual Arts Senior Thesis 2 Course Units: 2.0
(TBD: Staff) A two-term studio project requiring faculty sponsorship. (See preceding information on Departmental Honors and WS requirements.) CC: WS
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BCH 335 - Survey of Biochemistry Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Cohen) A survey of topics in biochemistry including the structure, conformation, and properties of the major classes of biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and carbohydrates); enzyme mechanisms, kinetics, and regulation; metabolic transformations; and bioenergetics and metabolic control. Emphasis will be on the fundamentals of biochemistry and our current understanding in the field. Cross-Listed: BIO 335 and CHM 335 Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 or BIO 225 and CHM 231 Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students who have completed either BCH 380 or BCH 382 .
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BCH 380 - Biochemistry: Nucleic Acids, Carbohydrates, and Lipids Course Units: 1.0
(Fall: Cohen) An in-depth investigation into some of the macromolecules which are essential to life’s processes. The course focuses on non-protein molecules and their unique chemical properties. Cross-Listed: BIO 380 Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 or BIO 225 and CHM 232 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): BCH 380L Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students who have completed BCH 335 Lecture/Lab Hours Three lab hours each week.
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BCH 382 - Biochemistry: Structure and Catalysis Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Fox) Structure and function of proteins/enzymes including purification, mechanism, kinetics, regulation, metabolism, and a detailed analysis of several classic protein systems. Cross-Listed: BIO 382 and CHM 382 Prerequisite(s): CHM 232 Corequisite(s): BCH 382L Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students who have completed BCH 335 . CC: SCLB, WAC-R Lecture/Lab Hours Four lab hours each week.
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BCH 385 - Advanced Topics in Biochemistry Course Units: 1
Students will develop the ability to read and understand the biochemical literature while learning about modern methods for probing biochemical functions. Prereq/Corequisite(s): BIO 380 , BCH 380 , BCH 382 , or CHM 382
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BCH 491 - Biochemistry Research 1 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Requires a thesis based on original scientific research under the direction of a member of the faculty. May be used to satisfy the departmental component for honors in biochemistry and/or to satisfy WS requirements. Expectations include a minimum of twelve hours per week of lab work and attendance at chemistry or biology weekly seminar, in addition to other requirements to be determined by individual research advisors. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor and third-term junior standing; or permission of the department chair.
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BCH 492 - Biochemistry Research 2 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Requires a thesis based on original scientific research under the direction of a member of the faculty. May be used to satisfy the departmental component for honors in biochemistry and/or to satisfy WS requirements. Expectations include a minimum of twelve hours per week of lab work and attendance at chemistry or biology weekly seminar, in addition to other requirements to be determined by individual research advisors. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor and third-term junior standing; or permission of the department chair. CC: WS
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BCH 493 - Biochemistry Research 3 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Requires a thesis based on original scientific research under the direction of a member of the faculty. May be used to satisfy the departmental component for honors in biochemistry and/or to satisfy WS requirements. Expectations include a minimum of twelve hours per week of lab work and attendance at chemistry or biology weekly seminar, in addition to other requirements to be determined by individual research advisors. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor and third-term junior standing; or permission of the department chair.
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BIO 050 - Topics in Contemporary Biology Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) Recent developments in biology are pertinent to human health and to concerns of the nature of life and of human social values. This course will focus on human genetics, human genetic diseases, the genetic component of other diseases, the genetics of cancer, and the immune system. Corequisite(s): BIO 050L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab every other week.
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BIO 055 - Evolution of Animal Behavior Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) Humans have long been fascinated by the complex behavioral interactions of other animals. Non-human animals communicate, fight, mate, and try to stay alive in a complex and dangerous world. The course will provide an introduction to the scientific study of animal behavior, with an emphasis on the processes by which complex and diverse behaviors evolve. In lab, students will observe and quantify behavior of living animals in order to test hypotheses about the function and mechanisms underlying different behaviors. Corequisite(s): BIO 055L Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to science majors. CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab every other week.
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BIO 058 - Astrobiology Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Horton) Does life exist elsewhere in the universe or are we alone? The emerging science of astrobiology attempts to answer this fundamental question using an interdisciplinary approach rooted in both biology and astronomy. This course will examine the current state of our scientific knowledge concerning the possibility of life elsewhere in the universe. Topics include the nature and origin of life on Earth, the possibility of life on Mars and elsewhere in the solar system, the search for extra solar planets, the habitability of planets, and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. Cross-Listed: AST 058 CC: SET ISP: STS
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BIO 064 - Biodiversity Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) Habitat degradation, global change and biodiversity loss threaten natural ecosystems. This course examines our scientific understanding of ecology, genetics and evolution to investigate how these areas of study are applied to develop management strategies to mitigate environmental threats. We will draw upon historical and modern examples from the Albany Pine Bush, Adirondacks, National Parks and endangered species. Corequisite(s): BIO 064L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab every other week.
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BIO 077 - Technology of Biology Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) Advances in technology have been utilized by scientists and physicians for many centuries. Today, with the rapid developments in molecular biology, the technology often outpaces the understanding and acceptance of the public. This course will look at technological advances relating to biology from both a historical and modern perspective, with an emphasis on how molecular biology has revolutionized our lives. Medical, environmental, and industrial topics will be included. Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students that have already completed BIO 103 or BIO 104 CC: SET
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BIO 088 - Cyborgs! Course Units: 1
Cybernetic organisms, or “cyborgs,” represent the ultimate integration of biology and technology since these organisms living with abiotic parts. This exciting new interdisciplinary course will provide an introduction to the biological and computer science concepts fundamental to the development of cyborg technology as well as critical evaluation of the consequences of introducing such technology in society. Students taking this course will not just be trained how to develop cyborg technology, but whether or not such technology should be developed for society. Cross-Listed: CSC 088 Corequisite(s): BIO 088L CC: HUL, HUM, SCLB, SET GDAR, GETS, GLIT, GNPS
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BIO 094 - Understanding Cancer Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) Everyone has been touched at some point in their lives by cancer. This course aims to provide insight into the fundamental concepts involved in the life cycle of a cell, how cancer is related to those processes, and how those fundamental processes have led to advances in cancer treatment. Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students who have already completed BIO 103 or BIO 104 CC: SET
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BIO 103 - Diversity of Life: Heredity, Evolution, and Ecology Course Units: 1.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) More than 3.5 billion years of evolution have resulted in the astonishing diversity of life on earth. This course will explore biodiversity through the lens of ecology, evolution, and heredity, and will investigate various topics, including: the history of life on Earth, evolutionary change, Mendelian & non-Mendelian inheritance, as well as human impacts on biodiversity and ecological functioning. These processes will be studied in the lab using animal model systems, computer simulations, observations of diversity, and molecular techniques. Students will learn experimental design, data analysis, scientific writing, and various laboratory skills during weekly lab sessions. Corequisite(s): BIO 103L CC: SCLB, GNPS Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week. May not be taken simultaneously with BIO 104. ISP: ENS
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BIO 104 - Cellular Foundations of Life Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) The cell is the basic unit of life. From single-celled to multicellular organisms, the cell must transform energy to survive, interact with its environment and reproduce itself. Different types of cells have different functions, and those specialized functions are exhibited in the signals they send and receive, the genes they express and ultimately the biochemical reactions they regulate. Thus, the arrangement and actions of biologically important molecules organize into functioning cellular systems and work together to carry out these important life processes. Required weekly laboratory sessions will introduce students to important tools and methods used by biologists and employ them to investigate biochemical and cellular processes and develop skills with scientific investigation including distinguishing theories and hypotheses, generating and testing hypotheses and analyzing data. Corequisite(s): BIO 104L CC: SCLB, WAC Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week. May not be taken simultaneously with BIO 103.
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BIO 109 - Human Anatomy & Phys 2 W/Lab Course Units: 1
The second term of a two-term sequence that introduces the structure and function of the human body, with an emphasis on providing a foundation for the study of pathological conditions. The processes by which the body maintains a stable internal environment (homeostasis) are stressed throughout. Topics include the following body systems: endocrine, cardiovascular (blood, heart, vessels), lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive (and metabolism), urinary (and fluid/electrolyte balance), and reproductive. This course does not count toward the Biology major or any affiliated major. It is strictly an elective toward graduation. Students with a documented interest in allied health professions will be given preference to register for this class. Prerequisite(s): BIO 108 Corequisite(s): BIO 109L
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BIO 205 - Topics in Molecular Biology Course Units: 1.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) In this sophomore level course, students will learn the key concepts of the molecular biology of the cell as well as how to integrate the principles of cell structure and function with the underlying molecular mechanism(s). Discussions will focus on gene structure, mechanisms of replication, transcription and translation, mutation and DNA repair, gene regulations, and genomics. Each of these concepts will be discussed in the context of a unifying theme selected by the instructor. Possible examples of these themes include viruses, epigenetics, human diseases, biotechnology and artificial organisms, cell fate determination and differentiation. Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 104 . CC: SET
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BIO 206 - Topics in Physiology Course Units: 1.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) Cells are organized into tissues, organs, and organ systems, which carry out functions of energy storage and transformation, transport, signaling, and the regulation of internal conditions. These functions arise from activities and interactions that span different levels of the organizational hierarchy. This sophomore level course will focus on how physiological processes arise and are controlled and why these mechanisms have evolved. This course will also demonstrate how physiology can help bridge understandings between molecular/cellular biology and ecology/evolutionary biology. Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 104 . CC: SET
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BIO 208 - Paleontology Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Nearly all species that have existed on Earth are now extinct and are only known through the fossil record. This course examines the evolution and history of life on Earth as interpreted from the fossil record. Topics include fossil preservation, taphonomy, ontogeny, diversity trajectories through geologic time, evolutionary mechanism, extinction, paleobiology, paleoecology, and paleoclimate. Special emphasis will be placed on using fossils to interpret ancient environments as well as deciphering past climates. This course focuses on the fossil record of marine invertebrates, but major groups of vertebrates (such as dinosaurs) and plants are also covered. Cross-Listed: GEO 208 Corequisite(s): BIO 208L CC: SCLB
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BIO 210 - Neuroscience: Mind & Behavior Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Basic concepts of brain functioning as they relate to psychological phenomena. Including methodology, neuroanatomy, and neurotransmission, important for understanding the mediation of behavior. Cross-Listed: PSY 210 Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or BIO 103 and BIO 104 . CC: SET
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BIO 211 - Brain and Behavior Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) This seminar will provide students with an opportunity to examine how brain processes impact behavior and psychological functioning. Students will gain experience giving oral presentations and critically evaluating empirical studies pertaining to both normal and abnormal behavior. Cross-Listed: PSY 410 Prerequisite(s): PSY 210 or BIO 210 and PSY 300 CC: WAC
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