This course is designed for students with a minimal background in the biological sciences but we do assume some exposure to biology at the high school level. Discussion sections enroll 20 students and are taught by graduate student teaching assistants. In the discussion section, students have the opportunity to review material presented in lecture and participate in discussions of issues raised in the lecture segment. Cost:3 WL:1; you MUST attend the first discussion section to claim your place in the course. (Goldberg, Osgood)
110/AOSS 171/UC 110/NR&E 110. Introduction
to Global Change I. Credit is granted for a combined total of 12
credits elected in introductory biology. (4). (NS). (BS).
The course will consider the evolution of the universe, the Earth and
its environments, and the evolution of living organisms. Consideration will
be given to fundamental processes by which organisms grow and reproduce,
how they interact with their environments, and the distribution of major
groups of organisms on earth.
140. Genetics and Society. Credit is granted for a combined total
of 12 credits elected in introductory biology. (4). (NS). (BS).
This course is designed for students not concentrating in the sciences.
The course will provide students with a background in genetics, (1) to allow
them to understand and appreciate some of the latest developments in genetics
reported in the local and national press, (2) to discuss the social history
of the field of genetics, (3) to introduce students to "the scientific
method" as applied to genetics, and finally (4) to discuss aspects
of genetics which have a bearing on our everyday lives. Topics to be discussed
will include, but not be limited to (in no particular order): genetics,
race, and IQ; forensic applications of genetic fingerprinting; gene therapy;
recombinant DNA technology and possible environmental concerns, T.D. Lysenko
and the communist ideal, the human genome project, genetic diseases and
therapeutic abortion. The course will meet three times a week, and two hours
will be devoted to discussion. Course evaluation will be based on exams
(consisting mainly of questions requiring short essay answers) and one or
more term papers. Cost:1 WL:1 (Adams)
150. Introductory Biology Workshop. Concurrent enrollment in Biology
152, 154, or 195. (1). (Excl). Offered mandatory credit/no credit.
Small groups of students meet weekly with a faculty member for group
discussions on topics selected by the faculty member. Topics may include
biological issues in the news, history of biological ideas, and ethical
issues in biological sciences. Students will be introduced to biological
research through discussion of faculty research projects and tours of active
research laboratories and museum collections. Such tours will be coupled
with discussion of scientific questions being pursued in the laboratories
visited. Introductory students will have the opportunity to interact directly
with a faculty member who will introduce them not only to the basic areas
of scientific research but also to the structure and opportunities available
in biology concentration programs. Evaluation of students will be through
class participation and short written assignments.
152. Introduction to Biology: Term A. Chem. 130 or the equivalent,
or Chem. 210 placement. No credit granted to those who have completed or
are enrolled in Biol. 195. Credit is granted for a combined total of 12
credits elected in introductory biology. (4). (NS). (BS). Laboratory fee
($32) required.
First term of a two-term introductory sequence (152/154) intended for
concentrators in biology, other science programs or preprof studies. Other
suitably prepared students wishing detailed coverage of biology are also
welcome. The aims of Biology 152/154 are: (1) to provide factual and conceptual
knowledge, (2) to afford experience in obtaining and interpreting biological
hypotheses, (3) to give an integrated overview of modern biology and (4)
to develop thinking and writing skills. Topics in Biology 152 are divided
among four areas: (a) cellular and molecular biology, (b) genetics, (c)
evolution, and (d) ecology. Students MUST: (1) attend 3 lectures and one
3-hour lab/discussion section each week; (2) ATTEND THEIR ASSIGNED LAB/DISC
MEETINGS EACH WEEK STARTING WITH THE FIRST WEEK OR THEIR SPACE MAY BE GIVEN
TO SOMEONE ON THE WAITING LIST; and (3) RESERVE the times and dates for
the midterm and final exams (as specified in the Time Schedule) 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 in lecture 002 or
004 of Biology 152 and ANY lab/disc, plus Biology 153 (see below). For further
information contact the Biology 152/154 office, 1039 Chem Bldg (764-1430).
Cost:3 WL:2, but go to 1039 Chem.
255. Plant Biology: An Organismic Approach. (5). (NS). (BS). Laboratory
fee ($60) required. Satisfies a Biology laboratory requirement.
An introductory botany course covering a broad spectrum of topics including
principles of plant systematics, evolution, development, and biogeography.
The lectures and laboratories concentrate on a group-by-group treatment
of plant diversity, ranging from algae and fungi through primitive vascular
plants and culminating in flowering plants. The approach is an evolutionary
perspective, treating plants as organisms and emphasizing the innovations
and structural adaptations of the various plant groups as well as life history
strategies. Such topics as pollination biology, plant speciation, and vegetational
biomes are included. The course also includes plant growth and structure.
Two field trips are scheduled. Two one-hour lectures and two three-hour
labs per week. A total of three lecture tests and three laboratory tests
will be scheduled. Text: Raven et al., Biology of Plants, 5th edition.
Cost:2 WL:3 (Wynne, Frohlich)