First-Year Courses in Biology (Division 328)

Fall Term, 1999 (September 8 - December 22, 1999)

Section 001 – Primarily A Distribution Course. Not Intended for Students Who Plan to Concentrate in Biology Or Other Science Programs.

Instructor(s): Karen Ocorr (kocorr@umich.edu) , Marcy Osgood (mosgood@umich.edu)

Credits: (4).

Course Homepage: http://biology.lsa.umich.edu/~www/bio100/

Biology 100 is a one-term course designed to introduce students to current biological concepts. The course consists of three hours of lecture per week plus a coordinated discussion session which occupies two hours per week. Biology 100 provides an introduction to some general principles of biology and concentrates on the areas of cell biology, genetics, evolution, and environmental biology. A major objective of this course is to point out to students the nature of the scientific process and illustrate the uses and non-uses of science in contemporary life. Wherever possible, the ethical and social implications of contemporary scientific effort will be discussed. 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 instructors. 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.

Section 001.

Instructor(s): John Vandermeer (jvander@umich.edu) , Mark Wilson (wilsonml@umich.edu)

Credits: (4).

Course Homepage: No Homepage Submitted.

This course is an introduction to those aspects of biology that have direct applicability to the lives of people in today's world. It covers current controversies within biology, especially as they relate to human life and human affairs. Topics discussed include race, health, and the environment. Background information is given for each topic, but the emphasis is placed on the controversies and the role of science in human affairs. In addition to the two lectures per week, there is a two-hour discussion period in which the topics are further explored and films are frequently shown.

Section 001.

Instructor(s): Timothy Killeen (tkilleen@umich.edu)

Credits: (4).

Course Homepage: http://www.globalchange.umich.edu/

See University Courses 110.001.

Section 001 – Emerging and Re-Emerging Infectious Diseases.

Instructor(s): Alice Reinarz (areinarz@umich.edu)

First-Year Seminar,

Credits: (3).

Course Homepage: No Homepage Submitted.

During the age of discovery of antibiotics, medical scientists often expressed confidence in winning the “War on Disease.” Microbes have prevailed, however, and recent news is filled with accounts of recurring and previously unknown threats. This seminar will examine clinical victories and failures to contain infectious diseases. Models will include polio, influenza, HIV infections, multi-drug resistant tuberculosis, and Ebola. This course is limited to 20 first-year students. The class will be primarily discussion format and will include oral presentations by students. The grade will be based on class discussion, group presentation, and written assignments.

Section 001.

Instructor(s): Julian Adams (julian@umich.edu)

Credits: (4).

Course Homepage: http://biology.lsa.umich.edu/courses/bio140/bio140web.html

This introduction to the impact of modern genetics on society is designed for students not concentrating in the sciences. Students will gain a background in genetics that should enable them to: (1) understand and evaluate reports on the latest advances in genetics that appear in the media; (2) be able to discuss the social history of genetics; (3) have a better appreciation of the “scientific method;” and (4) discuss aspects of genetics that have a bearing on our daily lives. There will be three lectures and a discussion group per week, with topics such as human diversity; genetics and medicine, including cancer, AIDS, and complex diseases; gene therapy; DNA and forensic analysis; technological and economic applications of genetics; and biological determinism. Course evaluation is mainly based on a flexible combination of short-answer exams and a term paper.

Section 001 – This Course is Intended for Students Planning to Concentrate in Biological or Other Science Programs, Including Premedical Programs. Every Student Must Reserve Mondays, 6-8 P.M. for Exams. Honors Students Elect Lecture Section 002 and Either Section 009 Or 013. Sections 031 and 035 are Reserved for Students in the Comprehensive Studies Program. Enrollment is Only By Permission of A CSP Advisor. Inquire in G155 Angell Hall for Further Information.

Instructor(s): John Schiefelbein (schiefel@umich.edu)

Credits: (5).

Lab Fee: Laboratory fee ($68) required.

Course Homepage: http://biology.lsa.umich.edu/courses/bio162/bio162.html

A one-term introductory course intended for concentrators in biology, other science programs, or preprofessional studies. Other suitably prepared students wishing detailed coverage of biology are also welcome. The aims of Biology 162 are: (1) to provide factual and conceptual knowledge; (2) to give an integrated overview of the central tenets of modern biology; (3) to afford experience in obtaining and interpreting biological hypotheses; and (4) to develop thinking and writing skills. Topics in Biology 162 are divided among four areas: (a) cellular and molecular biology; (b) genetics; (c) evolution; and (d) ecology. Students MUST: (1) attend 3 lectures, 1 one-and-a-half hour discussion, and 1 three hour lab section each week; (2) 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 (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 for one of the Honors discussion/lab sections. For further information contact the Introductory Biology office, 1039 Chemistry Building (764-1430).