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BIO 231 - Cell-Tissue-Material Interaction Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) This course studies interactions between living cells, tissues and implant biomaterials, with a focus on molecular and cellular level phenomena in the initiation and generation of tissue and systemic responses. Cross-Listed: BME 331 CC: SET
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BIO 235 - Global Biogeochemical Cycles Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Biology, geology and chemistry are intricately linked to form the world around us. Biogeochemical cycles set the stage for life on Earth. This course explores the carbon, nitrogen, water, phosphorus, and sulfur cycles at the surface of the Earth. We investigate how biological (e.g., primary production, respiration), anthropogenic (e.g., urbanization, pollution) and geological processes (e.g., tectonics, rock weathering) influence these chemical cycles and in turn how these cycles influence the climate and the oceans. Field studies focus on tropical marine biogeochemistry of coral reefs, mangrove forests, seagrass meadows, lagoons and estuaries. Course includes a required week-long field trip to a remote field station in Panama. There are additional costs associated with field trip expenses. All students must meet basic term abroad requirements and submit an application. This course is open to all students, but preference will be given to those with a declared major in geosciences, environmental science, chemistry or biology. Cross-Listed: GEO 305 Corequisite(s): BIO 305L CC: SCLB ISP: ENS
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BIO 242 - Neurobiology Course Units: 1.0
(Fall, Spring: Staff) This course focuses on fundamental concepts of neurobiology using studies from invertebrate and/or vertebrate model systems. Topics covered will include neural development, synaptic connectivity, neural plasticity, neuronal cell properties, sensory systems, and control of movement. Cross-Listed: PSY 212 Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 104 CC: SET
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BIO 243 - Bioinformatics: Information Technology in the Life Sciences Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) The disciplines of biology and information technology are intersecting with increasing frequency, most notably in the emerging field of bioinformatics. Bioinformatics has been fueled by the advent of large-scale genome sequencing projects, which has generated enormous sets of “mineable” data representing an invaluable resource for biologists. Biology and computer science students in the course will gain a working knowledge of the basic principles of the others’ discipline and will then collaborate together in class on bioinformatics projects. Topics include pairwise and multiple sequence alignments, phylogenetic trees, gene expression analysis, and personalized medicine. Cross-Listed: CSC 243 Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 or a C- or higher in one course from CSC 103 , CSC 104 , CSC 105 , CSC 106 , CSC 107 , or CSC 108 CC: SET
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BIO 291 - Biology Research Practicum 1 Course Units: 0.0
(TBD: Staff) The Biology Research Practicum is designed to allow students to engage in research in the biological sciences early in their undergraduate careers. Students will work under the direction of a member of the biology faculty, often collaborating with seniors who are completing their research. Expectations include a minimum of four hours per week of lab work and attendance at Biology Department seminars and/or weekly lab meetings. This course requires advance permission of the individual research advisor, who may have additional requirements. To receive Pass/Fail credit equivalent to one course, the student must earn three terms of passing grades for the practicum experience. Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students currently enrolled in a sophomore scholars projects in the Biology Department or in BIO 490 , BIO 491 , BIO 492 , BIO 493 , BIO 494 , BIO 495 , BIO 496 , BIO 497 , BIO 498 , or BIO 499 . Does not count as a major elective.
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BIO 292 - Biology Research Practicum 2 Course Units: 0.0
(TBD: Staff) The Biology Research Practicum is designed to allow students to engage in research in the biological sciences early in their undergraduate careers. Students will work under the direction of a member of the biology faculty, often collaborating with seniors who are completing their research. Expectations include a minimum of four hours per week of lab work and attendance at Biology Department seminars and/or weekly lab meetings. This course requires advance permission of the individual research advisor, who may have additional requirements. To receive Pass/Fail credit equivalent to one course, the student must earn three terms of passing grades for the practicum experience. Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students currently enrolled in a sophomore scholars projects in the Biology Department or in BIO 490 , BIO 491 , BIO 492 , BIO 493 , BIO 494 , BIO 495 , BIO 496 , BIO 497 , BIO 498 , or BIO 499 . Does not count as a major elective.
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BIO 293 - Biology Research Practicum 3 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) The Biology Research Practicum is designed to allow students to engage in research in the biological sciences early in their undergraduate careers. Students will work under the direction of a member of the biology faculty, often collaborating with seniors who are completing their research. Expectations include a minimum of four hours per week of lab work and attendance at Biology Department seminars and/or weekly lab meetings. This course requires advance permission of the individual research advisor, who may have additional requirements. To receive Pass/Fail credit equivalent to one course, the student must earn three terms of passing grades for the practicum experience. Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students currently enrolled in a sophomore scholars projects in the Biology Department or in BIO 490 , BIO 491 , BIO 492 , BIO 493 , BIO 494 , BIO 495 , BIO 496 , BIO 497 , BIO 498 , or BIO 499 . Does not count as a major elective.
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BIO 295H - Biology Honors Independent Project 1 Course Units: 0.0
(TBD: Staff) Two-term sophomore independent study project on a biological topic, under the direction of a biology faculty member. Open to students in the Union Scholars Program. Students receive a Pass/Fail grade for the first term and a letter grade and one course credit upon completion of the second term of the project. Prerequisite(s): Requirements are arranged with the faculty mentor. Note: Does not count as a major elective.
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BIO 296H - Biology Honors Independent Project 2 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Two-term sophomore independent study project on a biological topic, under the direction of a biology faculty member. Open to students in the Union Scholars Program. Students receive a Pass/Fail grade for the first term and a letter grade and one course credit upon completion of the second term of the project. Prerequisite(s): Requirements are arranged with the faculty mentor. Note: Does not count as a major elective.
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BIO 314 - Ornithology Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Bishop) Birds are excellent subjects to study all levels of biological organization, from biochemistry and genetics through physiology, ecology, and evolution. This course emphasizes the evolution, anatomy, physiology, ecology, and conservation biology of avifauna. Weekly labs will be split between the field to identify birds through sight and sound and the laboratory to learn dissections and study skins. Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): BIO 314L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week. ISP: ENS
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BIO 315 - Biology of Plants Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Students will learn about the major characteristics and innovations of land plants and evaluate the functional and adaptive significance of variants in their form, physiology and life history. Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 104 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): BIO 315L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week. ISP: ENS
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BIO 317 - Entomology Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) Entomology examines the evolution and diversity of the most important and successful animal group, the insects. This course explores all aspects of insect biology (ecology, evolution, anatomy, physiology, behavior, neurobiology, and endocrinology). Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 104 Corequisite(s): BIO 317L Prereq/Corequisite(s): Students will be expected to attend one laboratory per week and mandatory field trips for collecting insects in diverse habitats. CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BIO 319 - Vertebrate Natural History Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) This course explores the biology of vertebrate animals with emphasis on understanding the diversity, life history, taxonomy, and unique adaptations of local vertebrate species (exclusive of fish). The laboratory focuses on developing scientifically sound skills in observation and identification of amphibians, reptiles, mammals, and birds. There will be frequent field trips to observe vertebrates in their natural habitats. Additional meetings will be required for regional field excursions, and for morning bird watching. Students must be available for one evening and one morning field trip. Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): BIO 319L CC: SCLB
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BIO 320 - Ecology Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Organisms and their environment, population and community ecology, and the structure and integration of ecosystems will be discussed along with a focus on animal community ecology. Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): BIO 320L CC: SCLB, WAC Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week. ISP: ENS Note: There may be field trips requiring scheduling outside of normal class time.
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BIO 321 - Herpetology: Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles Course Units: 1.0
(Fall: Pytel) An introduction to the study of amphibians and reptiles, both extremely diverse groups. Topics will include structural and functional characteristics, reproductive adaptations, and evolutionary relationships both within the Amphibia and Reptilia groups and among other vertebrate groups. Special emphasis will be given to local fauna. Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 104 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): BIO 321L Prereq/Corequisite(s): Students must be available for one Saturday field trip. CC: SCLB ISP: ENS
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BIO 322 - Conservation Biology Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) Natural ecosystems have suffered from declining biodiversity and encroaching human development. In this course, you will examine how these alterations impact populations and ecosystems and will evaluate management strategies designed to facilitate long-term sustainability. Topics include genetics and population biology of rare species, threats to biodiversity and adaptive ecosystems management. Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 104 or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): BIO 322L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week. ISP: ENS
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BIO 324 - Plant Ecology Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Examines the factors that affect the distribution and abundance of plants including the availability of water or nutrients, interactions with neighboring plants or animals, and the frequency of disturbances such as fires. Topics also include such environmental issues as climate change, exotic species invasions, the conservation of rare species, and the benefits of urban nature for human health. The weekly lab includes field excursions and quantitative data analysis. Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): BIO 324L CC: SCLB, WAC, GDQR, GNPS Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week. ISP: ENS
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BIO 325 - Animal Behavior Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Fleishman) An introduction to the study of animal behavior. The mechanisms and evolutionary processes underlying animal behavior under natural conditions will be examined. Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 or BIO 104 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): BIO 325L CC: SET Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week. ISP: ENS
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BIO 328 - Evolutionary Med and Genetics Course Units: 1
This course will discuss the role of evolutionary biology in modern medicine. Our goal will be to study how modern population genetics inform us about the evolution of infectious disease, human genetic disorders, cancer and aging, mental disorders, and ultimately the tradeoff between reproduction and death. We will discuss the genetic and evolutionary framework for these problems, understand their heritability, and study how the modern human environment has altered and shaped our evolution. Prerequisite(s): BIO 206
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BIO 329 - Advanced Topics in Ecology Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) An in-depth examination of current areas of research in ecology. Course assumes experience in a course with an ecological focus. Prerequisite(s): One of the following: BIO 315 , BIO 320 , BIO 322 , BIO 324 , or BIO 350T. CC: SET
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BIO 330 - Comparative Animal Physiology Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) A study of internal physiological systems (e.g., respiration, circulation, and muscle systems). Physiological function in a wide variety of animal groups with a strong emphasis on the interaction of organisms with their environment. Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 and BIO 206 Corequisite(s): BIO 330L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BIO 332 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) Comparative analysis of vertebrate structure with emphasis on evolution and function. Laboratories examine vertebrate anatomy through dissections of four groups: mammals, fish, amphibians, and birds. Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 104 and BIO 206 Corequisite(s): BIO 332L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BIO 335 - Survey of Biochemistry Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Cohen) A survey of topics in biochemistry including buffers, protein structure, lipid structure, carbohydrate structure, enzyme mechanism, and enzyme kinetics. The pathways by which biomolecules are synthesized and degraded will be investigated. Specifically we will look at carbohydrate, lipid, and nitrogen metabolism. Medical applications will be emphasized throughout the course. Cross-Listed: CHM 335 and BCH 335 Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 and CHM 231 Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students who have completed either BCH/BIO 380 or BCH/BIO/CHM 382 CC: SET
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BIO 345 - The Illustrated Organism Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) 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: AVA 345 CC: HUM, SCLB
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BIO 350 - Evolutionary Biology Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Yukilevich) Major concepts and mechanisms of biological evolution, including history of life, population genetics, molecular evolution, Darwinian medicine, and an emphasis on the processes of speciation. Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 104 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): BIO-350L CC: SET Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week. ISP: ENS
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BIO 350T - Terrestrial Ecology of Australia Course Units:
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BIO 352 - Microbiology Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Lauzon) An overview of microbiology with emphasis on bacteria and viruses. Lectures will focus on the structural and functional characteristics of prokaryotes, the diversity, growth, and control of bacteria, and the structure and infectious cycle of DNA and RNA viruses, with special attention to those organisms that cause disease in humans. Particularly recommended for students planning careers in medicine and other health-related professions. Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 Corequisite(s): BIO 352L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week. Note: Requires 2-3 hours of independent lab work per week.
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BIO 352T - Marine Ecology of Australia Course Units: 1
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BIO 354 - Developmental Biology Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Theodsiou) The study of the developing embryo is the science of the emergence of living order. With an emphasis on experimental design, we examine cell communication, cell fate, tissue patterning and morphogenesis, and gene expression and regulation explored within the context of experimental organisms. Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 Corequisite(s): BIO 354L CC: SCLB, WAC Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BIO 355 - Immunology Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) The cellular and molecular basis of immunological specificity, regulatory and effector mechanisms of the mammalian immune response, and the importance of the innate immune system in the initiation and development of adaptive immunity. Laboratory exercises include basic techniques and concepts emphasizing morphological identification of leukocytes, phagocytosis, agglutination, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), mouse immunization and antibody titer determination, immune cytolysis, immunofluorescence, and western blotting. Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 Corequisite(s): BIO 355L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BIO 362 - Experimental Neurobiology Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Overview of biological function of animal nervous systems, with an emphasis on specific experimental methods and primary literature underlying this knowledge. Topics include ionic basis of actions potentials, electrophysiology, sensory and motor systems, and the neural basis of animal behavior and navigation. Inquiry-based laboratory exercise include basic techniques in electrophysiology recording and stimulation, optogenetics, fine dissection, as well as data analysis, presentation and communication (writing intensive). Cross-Listed: PSY 312 Prerequisite(s): All majors are requred to take BIO 205 and either BIO 206 or BIO 242 . Corequisite(s): BIO 362L CC: SET Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BIO 363 - Cellular Neurosciences W/Lab Course Units: 1
This is a discussion-based course that focuses on reading and presenting primary papers on the pathogenesis of neurological diseases and the latest advances in treatments including iPSCs, organoids, and AI interface. Woven into the discussion will be the social and ethical implication of using cutting-edge technology to combat these intractable diseases. Combined lecture and lab course meets twice/week for 3 hours; with additional laboratory time as needed Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 and either BIO 206 or BIO 242 Corequisite(s): BIO 363L CC: SCLB, WAC
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BIO 364 - Epigenetics, Development, and Diseases Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) This course will focus on the epigenetic phenomena (e.g., RNA interference and genomic imprinting) on development, embryonic stem cells, animal cloning, and heritable human diseases. Epigenetic patterns are changes in gene expression that do not involve changes in DNA sequences. Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 or permission of the instructor. CC: SET
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BIO 368 - Advanced Molecular Biology Course Units: 1.0
(Fall: Salvo) Many of the advances made in medicine and molecular biology have been based on work done in microbial systems. This integrated laboratory course will focus on the discovery and characterization of antibiotic-producing soil microbes, using microbiological and molecular techniques. As part of Tiny Earth (TE), students will contribute their findings to a database shared by a network of student researchers from over 300 other institutions around the globe. In addition, we will explore gene expression and gene regulation of antibiotic production and resistance, and how bacterial systems have become advanced tools for the study of these processes. Combined lecture and lab course meets twice/week for 3 hours; with additional laboratory time as needed. Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 and CHM 231 or permission of the instructor. CC: SCLB
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BIO 370 - Endocrinology Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Principles of endocrine and neuroendocrine regulation of physiological processes, concentrating on metabolism, growth, and reproduction. Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 CC: SET
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BIO 375 - Exercise Physiology Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Kirkton) This course examines how single and repeated bouts of exercise affect the structure and function of tissues, organs, and systems in humans and other animals. Student will be performing exercise activities in the lab portion of the course. Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 and BIO 206 CC: SET Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BIO 378 - Cancer Cell Biology Course Units: 1.0
(Winer: Danowski) This course investigates the molecular basis of cancer by comparing normal cells to cancer cells with respect to growth control mechanisms, signal transduction, and cell-cell and cell-environment interactions. A large percent of the content of the course comes from recent research papers which students read and present to the class. Laboratory exercises include primary tissue culture, immunofluorescence microscopy, immunodetection, and a final research project. Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 Corequisite(s): BIO 378L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BIO 380 - Biochemistry: Nucleic Acids, Carbohydrates, and Lipids Course Units: 1.0
(Fall: Cohen) An in-depth investigation into some of the macromolecules that are essential to life’s processes. The course focuses on non-protein molecules and their unique chemical properties. Cross-Listed: BCH 380 Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 and , or permission of the instructor. CHM 232 , or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): BIO 380L Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students who have completed BIO 335 . CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BIO 382 - Biochemistry: Structure & Catalysis Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) Cross-Listed: CHM 382 and BCH 382 Corequisite(s): BIO 382L CC: SCLB, WAC, WAC-R
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BIO 384 - Genetics and Molecular Biology Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Horton) The use of both classical genetics and molecular biology as experimental tools is currently being applied to an extremely diverse array of questions in biology. This course will expose the student to many of the commonly-used techniques in the “toolkit” of the geneticist/molecular biologist. Emphasis will be on recent advances in our understanding of topics of current interest such as development, cellular response to environmental stimuli, tumor formation, human genetic disease, circadian rhythms, and mammalian sex determination, amongst others. Laboratory will emphasize the use of modern molecular biological techniques and will involve group projects of the students’ choice. Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 and CHM 102 or CHM 110H Corequisite(s): BIO 384L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BIO 487 - Senior Writing Seminar: Topics in Ecological and Evolutionary Biology Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) One of these three courses (BIO-487, 488 or 489) is required by, and limited to, seniors who are not satisfying their WS requirement through either an independent research project or thesis. Each seminar will provide a forum in which a biological topic of current interest and importance is explored in depth. Students will gain experience in giving oral presentations and critically evaluating the written work of both established scientists and fellow students. A paper is required to fulfill the WS requirement. Enrollment is optional for interdepartmental Biology/Other majors. CC: WS
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BIO 488 - Senior Writing Seminar: Topics in Organismal and Physiological Biology Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Feller) One of these three courses (BIO-487, 488, 489) is required by, and limited to, seniors who are not satisfying their WS requirement through either an independent research project or thesis. Each seminar will provide a forum in which a biological topic of current interest and importance is explored in depth. Students will gain experience in giving oral presentations and critically evaluating the written work of both established scientists and fellow students. A paper is required to fulfill the WS requirement. Enrollment is optional for interdepartmental Biology/Other majors. Prereq/Corequisite(s): BIO 206 or BIO 242 CC: WS
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BIO 489 - Senior Writing Seminar: Topics in Cellular and Molecular Biology Course Units: 1.0
(Fall: Theodosiou) One of these three courses (BIO-487, 488, 489) is required by, and limited to, seniors who are not satisfying their WS requirement through either an independent research project or thesis. Each seminar will provide a forum in which a biological topic of current interest and importance is explored in depth. Students will gain experience in giving oral presentations and critically evaluating the written work of both established scientists and fellow students. A paper is required to fulfill the WS requirement. Enrollment is optional for interdepartmental Biology/Other majors. CC: WS
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BIO 490 - Biology Research 1 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Independent research in consultation with a member of the biology staff. Research students are strongly encouraged to attend departmental seminars. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the chair and the instructor.
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BIO 491 - Biology Research 2 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Independent research in consultation with a member of the biology staff. Research students are strongly encouraged to attend departmental seminars. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the chair and the instructor.
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BIO 492 - Biology Research 3 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Independent research in consultation with a member of the biology staff. Research students are strongly encouraged to attend departmental seminars. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the chair and the instructor.
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BIO 493 - Biology Research 4 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Independent research in consultation with a member of the biology staff. Research students are strongly encouraged to attend departmental seminars. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the chair and the instructor.
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BIO 494 - Biology Research 5 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Independent research in consultation with a member of the biology staff. Research students are strongly encouraged to attend departmental seminars. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the chair and the instructor.
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BIO 495 - Biology Research 6 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Independent research in consultation with a member of the biology staff. Research students are strongly encouraged to attend departmental seminars. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the chair and the instructor. CC: WS
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BIO 496 - Biology Research 7 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) Independent research in consultation with a member of the biology staff. Research students are strongly encouraged to attend departmental seminars. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the chair and the instructor.
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BIO 497 - Biology Thesis Research 1 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) A sequence that requires a thesis based on original scientific research. May be used to satisfy WS requirement and departmental component for honors in biology, or for WS requirement alone. Research students are strongly encouraged to attend departmental seminars. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor. CC: WS
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BIO 498 - Biology Thesis Research 2 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) A sequence that requires a thesis based on original scientific research. May be used to satisfy WS requirement and departmental component for honors in biology, or for WS requirement alone. Research students are strongly encouraged to attend departmental seminars. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor. CC: WS
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BIO 499 - Biology Thesis Research 3 Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) A sequence that requires a thesis based on original scientific research. May be used to satisfy WS requirement and departmental component for honors in biology, or for WS requirement alone. Research students are strongly recommended to attend departmental seminars. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor. CC: WS
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BME 101 - Graphics and Image Processing for Biomedical Systems Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Cotter, Khetan) Students will learn how to create objects, assemblies, and engineering drawings using SolidWorks, a solid modeling software. Students will also be introduced to the fundamentals of image acquisition and processing in biomedical systems and the use of block diagrams to construct more complex processing systems. CC: SET
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BME 201 - Biomechanics 1 Course Units: 1.0
(Fall: Loya) A basic biomechanics course concerned with two- and three-dimensional force systems, equilibrium and distributed forces. These topics will be studied in the context of the musculoskeletal system. This course also introduces strength and elastic deflection of biological tissues due to loads applied axially, in torsion, in bending, and in shear. Shear and bending moment diagrams, friction, and area moments of inertia will be introduced. Prerequisite(s): PHY 120
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BME 202 - Biomechanics 2 Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Loya) Kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies in planar motion with applications to human motion analysis. The course includes Newtonian and energy approaches to problem solutions. Prerequisite(s): BME 201 Corequisite(s): BME 202L
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BME 210 - Statistical Methods in Biomedical Engineering Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Khetan) This course will explore basic principles of probability and statistics, with emphasis on applications of statistical methods in Biomedical Engineering. Topics will include descriptive statistics, probability theory, discrete and continuous random variables, hypothesis testing and analysis of variance. Prerequisite(s): MTH 112 or MTH 113
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BME 225 - Electric Circuits Course Units: 1.0
(Fall, Winter: Staff) Basic electrical circuit concepts and devices such as Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s laws, Thevenin and Norton equivalents, operational amplifiers, analysis methods, capacitors, inductors, ideal transformers, phasors, AC steady state analysis, complex power, frequency response and filters. Cross-Listed: ECE 225 Prerequisite(s): MTH 112 or higher. Corequisite(s): BME 225L Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BME 240 - Circuits and Systems Course Units: 1.0
(Winter, Spring: Pappu) Transient analysis of RLC circuits; modeling of circuits using differential equations; system models and properties; Laplace transforms applied to circuit and system design and analysis; system functions; complex frequency; poles and zeros; stability; frequency response; filter design. Cross-Listed: ECE 240 Prerequisite(s): BME 225 or ECE 225 Corequisite(s): BME-240L CC: WAC Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BME 241 - Discrete Systems Course Units: 1.0
(Fall, Spring: Pappu) Discrete signals and systems; classification and properties of systems; difference equations; Z-transform; Fourier series, Fourier transforms, the DFT and FFT; filters and filter design; A/D and D/A converters; applications to audio signal processing. Cross-Listed: ECE 241 Prerequisite(s): BME 240 Corequisite(s): BME 241L CC: WAC Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BME 281 - Biomedical Engineering Practicum 1 Course Units: 0.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) Under the supervision of a Biomedical Engineering faculty member, students may participate in undergraduate research or a design project. To receive pass/fail credit equivalent to one free elective course, a student must receive a passing grade in three terms of the practicum course. Up to two credits may be earned in this way. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the faculty supervisor.
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BME 282 - Biomedical Engineering Practicum 2 Course Units: 0.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) Under the supervision of a Biomedical Engineering faculty member, students may participate in undergraduate research or a design project. To receive pass/fail credit equivalent to one free elective course, a student must receive a passing grade in three terms of the practicum course. Up to two credits may be earned in this way. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the faculty supervisor.
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BME 283 - Biomedical Engineering Practicum 3 Course Units: 1.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) Under the supervision of a Biomedical Engineering faculty member, students may participate in undergraduate research or a design project. To receive pass/fail credit equivalent to one free elective course, a student must receive a passing grade in three terms of the practicum course. Up to two credits may be earned in this way. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the faculty supervisor.
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BME 295H - Bioengineering Individual Project 1 Course Units: 1
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BME 296H - Bioengineering Individual Project 2 Course Units: 1
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BME 297H - Biomed Engineering Honors Individual Project Course Units: 1
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BME 311 - Advanced Biomechanics Course Units: 1.0
(Fall: Currey) Advanced biomechanics topics in stress analysis, deflection and stiffness, failure analysis, fracture mechanics, fatigue. Prerequisite(s): BME 201 Corequisite(s): BME 311L Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BME 331 - Cell-Tissue-Material Interaction Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: Khetan) This course studies interactions between living cells, tissues and implant biomaterials, with a focus on molecular and cellular level phenomena in the initiation and generation of tissue and systemic responses. Cross-Listed: BIO 231 Prerequisite(s): BIO 104
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BME 333 - Drug Delivery Course Units: 1
Application of engineering design principles to problems in drug formulation and delivery. Prerequisite(s): BME 201 , CHM 101 , CHM 110H or a score of 4 or 5 on AP Chemistry. CC: SET, WAC-R
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BME 335 - Polymeric Biomaterials Course Units: 1.0
(TBD: Staff) This course focuses on the use of polymeric biomaterials for biomedical applications. Topics include, but are not limited to, basic polymer theory and characterization, the design and functionalization of novel polymers, processing techniques to fabricate polymeric biomaterials (e.g., meshes or hydrogels) with desired micro- and macroscopic properties, the interactions of human cells and tissues with these materials, and the use of synthetic polymers to control the delivery of therapeutic molecules and as scaffolding materials for regenerative medicine applications. The course will also include an ethics module to discuss topical regulatory and/or ethical issues related to the field (e.g., the use of human embryonic stem cells in combination with polymeric scaffolds for regenerative applications). Prerequisite(s): CHM 101
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BME 336 - Biological Transport Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) Basic principles of mass, heat and fluid transport, including derivation of basic equations and simplification techniques. Applications to physiological systems, pharmacokinetics and artificial organs. Prerequisite(s): CHM 101
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BME 338 - Mechanobiology Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Currey) This course will focus on the mechanical regulation of biological systems. The topics covered include principles and concepts of mechanobiology; embryogenesis and histogenesis of tissues with a focus on the skeletal system; physical forces at the cellular, tissue, and organ level; mechanical regulation of cellular behavior, tissue growth and organ development. Prerequisite(s): BME 201 or equivalent.
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BME 345 - Orthopaedic Biomechanics Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Loya) This course will examine issues in the field of Orthopaedic Biomechanics. We will explore the current state of knee, dental, spinal, and other orthopaedic implants. We will also look at treatments available for fracture healing. Prerequisite(s): BME 202 or equivalent.
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BME 386 - Introduction to Biomedical Instrumentation Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Buma) Introduction to the theory and application of instruments in medicine. Measurements of the major systems in the body are covered. A weekly laboratory provides an opportunity to perform measurements and use biomedical instruments. Cross-Listed: ECE 386 Prerequisite(s): BME 240 , ECE 240 Corequisite(s): BME 386L Lecture/Lab Hours One lab per week.
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BME 487 - Medical Imaging Systems Course Units: 1.0
(Fall: Buma) The basic physics, instrumentation, system design, and image reconstruction algorithms are covered for the following imaging modalities: ultrasound, radiography, x-ray computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), planar scintigraphy, and positron emission tomography (PET). Cross-Listed: ECE 487 Prerequisite(s): BME 241 , ECE 241
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BME 490 - Biomedical Engineering Independent Study 1 Course Units: 0.0
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BME 491 - Biomedical Engineering Independent Study 2 Course Units: 0.0
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BME 492 - Biomedical Engineering Independent Study 3 Course Units: 0.0
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BME 495 - Biomedical Engineering Capstone Design 1 Course Units: 1.0
(Fall: Cotter, Currey) A capstone design experience in which students work in teams on biomedical Engineering design problems. Each team will use design methodologies and techniques to produce a complete and detailed design for a designated biomedical Engineering client. Prerequisite(s): ECE 240 and BME 202 CC: WAC
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BME 496 - Biomedical Engineering Capstone Design 2 Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Cotter, Loya) A continuation of the capstone design experience in which students work in teams where they apply design methodologies and techniques to produce a complete and detailed design for a designated biomedical engineering client. Prerequisite(s): BME 495 CC: WS
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BME 497 - Biomedical Engineering Senior Project 1 Course Units: 1.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) Research or design project, performed either independently or as a team, under the supervision of one or more faculty participating in the Biomedical Engineering program.
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BME 498 - Biomedical Engineering Senior Project 2 Course Units: 1.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) Continuation of the capstone research or design project, performed either independently or as a team, under the supervision of one or more faculty participating in the Biomedical Engineering program. Prerequisite(s): BME 497 CC: WAC
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CHM 060 - Meals to Molecules Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) What is a healthy diet? This course will discuss human nutrition from a molecular perspective. Readings from the textbook and laboratory exercises will familiarize the student with the components of foods and how these components are used by the human body. In addition, the course will examine the benefits and pitfalls of supplementation of the diet with vitamins, etc., and discuss how to interpret health claims. Corequisite(s): CHM 060L Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students who have completed CHM 101 or CHM 110H , or have AP credit in chemistry. CC: SCLB
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CHM 080 - Culinary Chemistry Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) This culinary-themed course is an introduction to the chemistry involved in food preparation and cooking. The course will include lecture and a laboratory experience with inquiry-based exercises in both the traditional chemical laboratory setting and a typical kitchen setting. Topics include the chemical make-up of the food we eat, the relationship between structure and flavor, and how chefs exert exquisite control over chemical reactions to create the flavor and texture of a gourmet meal. Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students who have completed CHM 101 or CHM 110H , or have AP credit in chemistry. CC: SCLB
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CHM 090 - The Art & Science of Painting Course Units: 1.0
(Not offered this Academic Year) A historical and chemical grounding in the topic of painting and its impact on society, with focus on the 14th to 17th centuries. Topics include inorganic and organic pigments and binders used in the late medieval workshop, fresco, the tempera tradition, and oil painting in the Renaissance (properties of oil, mixing with pigments, glazing, drying). Students will work with primary sources and the secondary literature, and engage in laboratory experimentation. Cross-Listed: AAH 205 CC: SET, HUM
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CHM 101 - Introductory Chemistry 1 Course Units: 1.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) This is an introductory course that focuses on atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, aqueous chemical reactions, and the properties of gases, liquids, solids and solutions. Prerequisite(s): Not open to students who have scored 4 or 5 on the AP Chemistry Exam or who have completed CHM 110H . All students who wish to enroll in an introductory chemistry course must take a placement examination to determine the appropriate course. See Course Selection Guidelines for more information on placement. Corequisite(s): CHM 101L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours Three lab hours each week. ISP: ENS
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CHM 102 - Introductory Chemistry 2 Course Units: 1.0
(Winter, Spring: Staff) A continuation of CHM 101 , focusing on thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, electrochemistry, and an introduction to organic chemistry. Prerequisite(s): CHM 101 or placement via the placement exam. Corequisite(s): CHM 102L Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students who have taken CHM 110H . CC: SCLB, GNPS Lecture/Lab Hours Three lab hours each week. ISP: ENS
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CHM 110H - Honors Introductory Chemistry Course Units: 1.0
(Fall: Fox, Schabes) A laboratory-intensive course that will deal with the main topics of CHM 101 and CHM 102 and is meant to replace those courses for students who have strong backgrounds in introductory chemistry. Prerequisite(s): Students who have scored 4 or 5 on the AP chemistry exam will be automatically placed into CHM 110H; see Course Selection guidelines for more information on placement. CC: SCLB, GNPS ISP: ENS Note: Students who have scored 4 or 5 on the AP chemistry exam or who successfully complete CHM 110H will also receive AP credit for CHM 101 .
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CHM 224 - Frontiers of Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: Whitehead) An overview of nanotechnology and nanomaterials including interdisciplinary perspectives from engineering, materials science, chemistry, physics, and biology with emphases in sensors and actuators, nanoelectronics, alternative energy, nanocomposites, polymers, biomaterials and drug delivery. Cross-Listed: ESC 224 Prerequisite(s): PHY 111 or PHY 121 or IMP 121; MTH 115 ; and CHM 101 or CHM 110H ; or permission of instructor. CC: SET, GETS
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CHM 231 - Organic Chemistry 1 Course Units: 1.0
(Fall, Winter: Staff) A mechanistic approach to the chemistry of carbon compounds organized around the reactions of functional groups. We cover alkanes, cycloalkanes, alcohols, alkyl halides (nucleophilic substitution and elimination), alkenes (addition and elimination), alkynes, spectroscopy (IR and NMR) and computer molecular modeling. Prerequisite(s): CHM 102 or CHM 110H Corequisite(s): CHM 231L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours Four lab hours each week. ISP: ENS
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CHM 232 - Organic Chemistry 2 Course Units: 1.0
(Winter, Spring: Staff) A continuation of CHM 231 including an emphasis on synthesis, and the chemistry of conjugated and aromatic compounds, carbonyl compounds, and an introduction to important classes of biomolecules. Prerequisite(s): CHM 231 Corequisite(s): CHM 232L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours Four lab hours each week.
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CHM 240 - Analytical Chemistry Course Units: 1.0
(Spring: MacManus-Spencer) A course that focuses on the quantitative analysis of samples. Classroom and laboratory emphasis on statistical treatment of data, classical and instrumental methods of chemical analysis, and chemical equilibrium. Prerequisite(s): CHM 231 Corequisite(s): CHM 240L CC: SCLB, WAC-R Lecture/Lab Hours Six lab hours each week. ISP: ENS
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CHM 245 - Environmental Chemistry Course Units: 1.0
(Winter: MacManus-Spencer) A course focused on the role of chemical principles such as chemical equilibrium, kinetics and chemical structure in understanding natural environmental cycles and the impacts of human activity on those cycles. Topics covered include: aquatic chemistry and water pollution, atmospheric chemistry and air pollution, energy and climate change, and toxic organic chemicals in the environment. Prerequisite(s): CHM 231 CC: SET ISP: ENS
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CHM 260 - Inorganic Chemistry Course Units: 1.0
(Fall: Tyler, Whitehead) Foundations of inorganic chemistry with key focus on structure and symmetry, bonding, acid/base properties, reactivity, and physical characterization of inorganic compounds. Laboratory emphasis will focus on the synthesis and characterization of inorganic compounds and investigation of their physical properties. Prerequisite(s): CHM 231 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): CHM 260L CC: SCLB Lecture/Lab Hours Four lab hours each week.
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CHM 291 - Chemistry Research Practicum 1 Course Units: 0.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) This course is designed for students who want to gain research experience in chemistry or biochemistry under the direction of a member of the chemistry faculty. Expectations include a minimum of four hours per week of lab work, in addition to other requirements to be determined by individual research advisors. To receive Pass/Fail credit equivalent to one course, the student must earn 3 terms (normally in a row) of passing grades for the practicum experience. Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students currently enrolled in CHM 491 , CHM 492 , CHM 493 or in a sophomore scholar’s project in the Chemistry Department.
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CHM 292 - Chemistry Research Practicum 2 Course Units: 0.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) This course is designed for students who want to gain research experience in chemistry or biochemistry under the direction of a member of the chemistry faculty. Expectations include a minimum of four hours per week of lab work, in addition to other requirements to be determined by individual research advisors. To receive Pass/Fail credit equivalent to one course, the student must earn 3 terms (normally in a row) of passing grades for the practicum experience. Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students currently enrolled in CHM 491 , CHM 492 , CHM 493 or in a sophomore scholar’s project in the Chemistry Department.
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CHM 293 - Chemistry Research Practicum 3 Course Units: 0.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) This course is designed for students who want to gain research experience in chemistry or biochemistry under the direction of a member of the chemistry faculty. Expectations include a minimum of four hours per week of lab work, in addition to other requirements to be determined by individual research advisors. To receive Pass/Fail credit equivalent to one course, the student must earn 3 terms (normally in a row) of passing grades for the practicum experience. Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students currently enrolled in CHM 491 , CHM 492 , CHM 493 or in a sophomore scholar’s project in the Chemistry Department.
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CHM 295H - Chemistry Honors Independent Project 1 Course Units: 0.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) Two-term sophomore independent study project on a chemistry- or biochemistry-related project under the direction of a member of the chemistry faculty, for students in the Union Scholars Program. Expectations include a minimum of six hours per week of lab work, in addition to other requirements to be determined by individual research advisors. Student receives a Pass/Fail grade in the first term of the project, and a letter grade and one course credit upon completion of the second term of the project. Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students currently enrolled in CHM 491 , CHM 492 , or CHM 493
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CHM 296H - Chemistry Honors Independent Project 2 Course Units: 1.0
(Fall, Winter, Spring: Staff) Two-term sophomore independent study project on a chemistry- or biochemistry-related project under the direction of a member of the chemistry faculty, for students in the Union Scholars Program. Expectations include a minimum of six hours per week of lab work, in addition to other requirements to be determined by individual research advisors. Student receives a Pass/Fail grade in the first term of the project, and a letter grade and one course credit upon completion of the second term of the project. Prereq/Corequisite(s): Not open to students currently enrolled in CHM 491 , CHM 492 , or CHM 493
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CHM 330 - Medicinal Chemistry Course Units: 1.0
(Not Offered this Academic Year) This course focuses on medicinal chemistry and the underlying principles of organic chemistry. Topics to be covered might include drug discovery, lead modification, drug-receptor interactions, structure-activity relationships (SAR), pro-drugs and biomimetics. Physicochemical properties and synthetic approaches to drug families will be especially emphasized. Prerequisite(s): CHM 232 CC: SET
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