Biology
BIO 105/145 Modern Biological Concepts and Lab (4 credits)
This course satisfies the General Education requirement for a a laboratory course in the Natural Sciences. An introduction to biological concepts designed for non-science majors. This course presents the central principles of biological theory: Cell structure and metabolisms, reproduction, genetics, biodiversity, ecology and evolution in relation to current issues. The course provides students with an understanding of the living world through the process of science. Corequisite: BIO-145.
An introductory laboratory designed for non-science majors. Laboratory exercises designed to illustrate the principles considered in BIO-105. Topics include cellular structure, respiration and photosynthesis, ecological relationships, DNA structure and function, cellular reproduction, genetics, and evolution. Corequisite BIO 105.
BIO 203 Death, Disease and Sex in the Medieval Period, Writing Intensive thread (3 credits)
This course counts as a Science in Society course in the Meredith general education program. In addition, it has a writing intensive thread. Although it was designed for non-science majors it can be used by Biology Majors as Biology elective credit. The only prerequisite is that students have one laboratory science course in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Geography.
This course investigates how epidemic diseases shape human societies, and how continued cultural and technological innovation creates conditions favorable for such epidemics. Two disease complexes constitute the primary focus of this course: Black Death for the Middle Ages and Syphilis for the Renaissance. These will also serve as historical models for understanding current emerging diseases such as HIV, SARS, West Nile Virus, Mad Cow, and Ebola.
BIO 205 Biology and Society (3 credits)
This course counts as a Science in Society course in the Meredith general education program. Recent advances in biology and medicine are creating many new and complex social issues and conflicts. Developing a community of concerned responsibility to resolve these issues requires an understanding of the underlying biological principles involved and of the various potential solutions. Through a series of selected topics Biology and Society will present the pertinent basic biological concepts and will foster discussion of values and issues involved in making personal decisions about each topic. Prerequisite: Any lab science course.
BIO 208/248 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Lab (4 credits)
This course satisfies the General Education requirement for a laboratory course in the Natural Sciences, or this course can be used to fulfill the Science in Society requirement in General Education if the student has completed a laboratory science course. This course can be used for elective credit in the Biology major or minor and is recommended for students preparing for careers in the health professions, including NURSING, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT, PHARMACY, and PHYSICAL THERAPY, and other Allied Health professions.
The lecture course is on the functional anatomy of human cells and tissues, organization of the body, the integument, the skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system and sensory structures. The perspective of the course is on the relationship between structure and function, adaptation through evolution, and homeostasis. Corequisite: BIO 248
The laboratory course examines the functional anatomy of cells and tissues; the organization of the body; homeostasis; the integument; the skeletal system, histology and development of bone; micro anatomy and physiology of muscle; origin, insertion and actions of muscles, articulations and body movement; functional organization and histology of the nervous system and sensory structures including the integument, nose, tongue, ear and eye; light microscopy; physiological recording of simple muscle contractions, electromyographs, and reflex arcs; bone surface features; and cat or sheep dissection of muscle, the brain, and the eye. Corequisite: BIO 208.
BIO 209/249 Human Anatomy and Physiology II and Lab (4 credits)
This course can be used to fulfill the Science in Society requirement in general Education at Meredith if the student has completed BIO 208/248 or an equivalent. This course can be used for elective credit in the Biology major or minor and is recommended for students preparing for careers in the health professions, including NURSING, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT, PHARMACY, and PHYSICAL THERAPY, and other Allied Health professions.
The lecture course is on the functional anatomy of the endocrine system, reproductive system, digestive system, respiratory system, excretory system, and circulatory system. The perspective of the course is on the relationship between structure and function, adaptation through evolution, and homeostasis. Prerequisite: BIO 208. BIO 248. Corequisite: BIO 249.
The laboratory course examines the functional organization and histology of the endocrine system, reproduction; functional organization and histology of the digestive system (including digestion, absorption and utilization), gas exchange, urinary system, and circulatory system; physiological recordings to include spirometry, respirometry, urinalysis blood pressure, plethysmography, and electrocardiography; and cat or sheep dissection of the heart and kidney. Prerequisites: BIO 208, BIO 248. Corequisite: BIO 209.
BIO 251 Cell Biology (3 credits)
Cell Biology is required for biology (Health Science & Molecular Biology) and Nutrition majors. Cell Biology can also be taken as an elective for Biology minors, and by any student interested in a career in health-related fields. Prerequisites are BIO 102 & 142; CHE 111 & 141.
Cell biology forms the basis for all modern biology and medicine. This course will focus on questions like – How do cells use energy? How do proteins work? How do cells reproduce? What happens when cellular processes go wrong? How do these mistakes lead to disease? We will take an active-learning, theme-based approach to finding these answers and more. Students will have the opportunity to participate in projects designed to enhance their understanding of the cell-biological basis for cancer, HIV-AIDS and stem-cell technology.
BIO 252 Human Genetics (3 credits)
This course fulfills the Science in Society general education requirement at Meredith. A presentation of the basic concepts of human genetics including discussion of fundamental genetic principles, impacts of recent advances, and ethical issues related to human genetics. MAT-144 is a recommended prerequisite. Prerequisite: Any laboratory science.
BIO 322/342 Human Anatomy & Physiology and Lab (4 credits)
This course fulfills the Science in Society general education requirement at Meredith. Through both lecture and hands-on laboratory exercises, Human Anatomy & Physiology provides an introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Although a systems approach is used in establishing the sequence and content of the course, emphasis is placed on the inter-relationships of systems based on concepts of homeostasis. In addition to being a necessary course for health professions students that require a one-semester A&P course, it is also anticipated that concepts learned will also aide students in directing their personal life-styles, as well as fulfilling the Science in Society general education requirement at Meredith. BIO 322 and 342 are corequisites.
BIO 334/344 Microbiology and Lab (4 credits)
Microbiology is required for Meredith's biology and nutrition majors. This course is often a prerequisite for medical and nursing school and can be taken as an elective biology course. Prerequisites are Bio 102 & 142 or Bio 256, and Chem 211 & 241.
This course and lab introduces students to the basic biology of bacteria and viruses. Although these are the tiniest of all living organisms, microbes have an enormous impact on our world. We will explore the environmental, medical and industrial importance and uses of microbes in both class and lab. In addition to learning sterile technique and other basic microbiology lab practices, students will isolate and identify bacteria from the environment and use biochemical and molecular biology techniques to solve a "food poisoning mystery."
Schedule: download the schedule
| Term | Section Name | Title | Cred. |
Bldg. |
Rm. |
Days |
Start Time |
End |
| First Six Week | BIO-203-A | Disease in the Mid. Ages -WI | 3
|
SMB
|
119
|
MTWH
|
8:30 AM
|
9:50 AM
|
| First Six Week | BIO-208-A | Anatomy & Physiology I | 3 |
SMB |
118 |
MTH |
5:30 PM |
7:40 PM |
| First Six Week | BIO-248-A | Anatomy & Physiology I Lab | 1 |
SMB |
115 |
MTH |
7:40 PM |
9:50 PM |
| First Six Week | BIO-251-A | Cell Biology | 3 |
SMB |
118 |
MTWH
|
1:00 PM |
2:30 PM |
| First Six Week | BIO-322-A | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 3
|
SMB
|
115
|
MTWH
|
2:30 PM
|
3:59 PM
|
| First Six Week | BIO-334-A | Microbiology | 3
|
SMB
|
121
|
MTWH
|
8:30 AM
|
9:50 AM
|
| First Six Week | BIO-342-A | Human Anat. & Physiology Lab | 1
|
SMB
|
115
|
MTWH
|
4:00 PM
|
5:45 PM
|
| First Six Week | BIO-344-A | Microbiology Laboratory | 1
|
SMB
|
121
|
MTWH
|
10:00 AM
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11:45 AM
|
| First Three Week | BIO-105-A | Modern Biological Concepts | 3
|
SMB
|
162
|
MTWHF
|
8:30 AM
|
11:20 AM
|
| First Three Week | BIO-145-A | Modern Bio Concepts Lab | 1
|
SMB
|
161
|
MTWH
|
12:30 PM
|
2:20 PM
|
First Three Week
|
BIO-252-A | Human Genetics
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3
|
SMB
|
160
|
MTWHF
|
1:00 PM
|
3:50 PM
|
| Second Three Week | BIO-205-A | Biology and Society | 3
|
SMB
|
160
|
MTWHF
|
1:00 PM
|
3:50 PM
|
| Second Six Week | BIO-105-B | Modern Biological Concepts | 3
|
SMB
|
162
|
MTWH
|
5:30 PM
|
7:10PM
|
| Second Six Week | BIO-145-B | Modern Bio Concepts Lab | 1
|
SMB
|
161
|
TH
|
7:10 PM
|
9:00 PM
|
| Second Six Week | BIO-209-A | Human Anat. & Physiology II | 3
|
SMB
|
118
|
MTH
|
5:30 PM
|
7:40 PM
|
| Second Six Week | BIO-249-A | Human Anat. & Physiol. II Lab | 1
|
SMB
|
115
|
MTH
|
7:40 PM
|
9:50 PM
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