First-Year Courses in Biology These pages are no longer maintained. Consult the new Course Guide at: http://www.lsa.umich.edu/lsa/cg_subjectlist/0,2030,8,00.html?show=20&termArray=f_04_1510&cgtype=ug This page was created at 1:00 PM on Wed, May 5, 2004. Fall Academic Term, 2004 (September 7 - December 23) Search Only the First-Year LS&A Course Guide (Advanced Search Page) Search the Full LS&A Course Guide (Advanced Search Page) The Department formerly known as Biology divided into two separate departments, EEB (Ecology and Evolutionary Biology) and MCDB (Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology). The Interdepartmental Program in Biology (BIOLOGY) is administered jointly by the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB) and the Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (MCDB). Beginning with the Fall 2002 term, there have been some changes in how courses are listed. 100- and 200-level courses are listed under the subject of BIOLOGY, as are some of the core concentration courses such as Genetics, Biochemistry, and Evolution. Intermediate and upper-level courses are listed under EEB or MCDB, depending on the course topics. Students must look under the three subjects to see whether or not a course is being offered. BIOLOGY 107. Evolution of Life. Section 001. Instructor(s): David P Mindell (mindell@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: Some exposure to biology at the high school level is assumed. (3). (NS). (BS). May not be repeated for credit. Credit is granted for a combined total of 12 credits elected in introductory biology. Credits: (3). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. This course is intended for students not concentrating in the sciences and will provide an introduction to the concepts and processes of biological evolution. We will consider: (1) the history of evolutionary thought; (2) the evidence for evolution; (3) comparative methods for inferring evolutionary history; (4) an overview of the evolution of cells, organisms, and viruses; (5) evolutionary themes such as natural selection, chance, and cooperation; and (6) the consequences of an evolutionary world view for understanding disease, the value of biological diversity, and aspects of human culture. The course consists of three 50-minute lectures per week. The course is designed for students with minimal background in the biological sciences; however, some exposure to biology at the high school level is assumed. Grades will be based on three exams, including a cumulative final, and writing assignments. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: 2 Waitlist Code: 1 BIOLOGY 110 / ENVIRON 110 / GEOSCI 171 / GEOG 110 / NRE 110 / AOSS 171 / ENSCEN 171. Introduction to Global Change: Physical Processes. Section 001. Instructor(s): Ben A Van Der Pluijm (vdpluijm@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: (4). (NS). (BS). May not be repeated for credit. Credit is granted for a combined total of 12 credits elected in introductory biology. Satisfies the geography requirement for State of Michigan certification for social studies teachers. Credits: (4). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. See ENVIRON 110.001. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: 5, Permission of Instructor BIOLOGY 162. Introductory Biology. Instructor(s): John W Schiefelbein Jr (schiefel@umich.edu), Barry M Oconnor (bmoc@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: Prior or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 130. (5). (NS). (BS). May not be repeated for credit. BIOLOGY 162 is not open to students who have completed BIOLOGY 152, 154 or 195. Credit is granted for a combined total of 12 credits elected in introductory biology. Laboratory fee ($68) required. Credits: (5). Lab Fee: Laboratory fee ($68) required. Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. A one-term introductory course intended for concentrators in biology, other science programs, or pre-professional studies. Other suitably prepared students wishing detailed coverage of biology are also welcome. The aims of BIOLOGY 162 are: to provide factual and conceptual knowledge; to give an integrated overview of the central tenets of modern biology; to afford experience in obtaining and interpreting biological hypotheses; and to develop thinking and writing skills. Topics in BIOLOGY 162 are divided among four areas: cellular and molecular biology; genetics; evolution; and ecology. Students MUST: attend 3 lectures, 1 one-and-a-half hour discussion, and 1 three hour lab section each week; ATTEND THEIR ASSIGNED DISCUSSION AND LAB MEETINGS EACH WEEK STARTING WITH THEIR LAB AND DISCUSSIONS IN THE FIRST FULL WEEK OR THEIR SPACE MAY BE GIVEN TO SOMEONE ON THE WAITING LIST; and RESERVE the times and dates for the midterm and final exams (as specified in the University Online Schedule of Classes) before enrolling. Students usually purchase a textbook, lab manual, and course pack consisting of a syllabus and lecture notes. No other study guides or supplementary materials need be bought. For Honors credit, register for one of the Honors discussion/lab sections. For further information call (734) 764-1430. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: 3 Waitlist Code: 5, Permission of Instructor These pages are no longer maintained. Consult the new Course Guide at: http://www.lsa.umich.edu/lsa/cg_subjectlist/0,2030,8,00.html?show=20&termArray=f_04_1510&cgtype=ug This page was created at 1:00 PM on Wed, May 5, 2004. University of Michigan | College of LS&A | Student Academic Affairs | First-Year Handbook | First-Year Information | Parent Handbook | LS&A Bulletin This page maintained by LS&A Advising Technology (webmaster_saa@umich.edu), G255-E Angell Hall Copyright © 2004 The Regents of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 USA +1 734 764-1817 Trademarks of the University of Michigan may not be electronically or otherwise altered or separated from this document or used for any non-University purpose.