Department of Biology Course Descriptions
CORE COURSES
 Ns110, Bi122, Bi124, Bi125, Bi126, Bi127, Bi128, Bi129 and Bi130 are offered for the core natural sciences requirement for non-science majors. Except for Bi130 they include lectures and demonstrations only. These courses are not open to majors in Biology or Natural Sciences.
Ns110 Scientific Literacy
Introduction to the characteristics of scientific inquiry and research. The basic principles and laws of natural science. The scientific method. Topics may include energy, space and matter, radiation, technology, genetics, nutrition and aging, population, ecology, and pollution.
Bi122 Nutrition in Health and Disease
Introduction to basic concepts and controversies of nutrition as related to health and disease. An analysis of nutrients, food choices, and human health. Prerequisite: Ns110.
Bi124 Human Structure and Function
The morphology and physiology of the human body. The structure and role of all systems. Interaction of systems with each other and with the environment. Prerequisite: Ns110.
Bi125 Heredity
Principles of genetics applied to humans. Human traits, genetic bases of human disorders, genetic counseling, and genetic engineering. Prerequisite: Ns110.
Bi126 The Human Environment
Relationships between humans and their environment. Sources of energy and food. Pollution, conservation of natural resources, and population problems. Prerequisite: Ns110.
Bi127 Contemporary Topics in Biology
Biological issues confronting contemporary humankind. Pollution and energy problems, genetic and population questions, mind and behavior control. Prerequisite: Ns110.
Bi129 Biological Issues, Decisions, and Ethics
An introduction to biological issues that are controversial and require informed decisions and ethical choices. Topics considered in the course include reproductive issues, informed consent, right to care and treatment, biological experimentation, privacy, public health, genetics, and the environment. Prerequisite: Ns110.
Bi130 Natural History of New Jersey
An overview of the animals and plants of New Jersey as well as physical features such as geology and climate. Emphasis on the diversity of NJ wildlife and habitats, with discussion of issues such as conservation of natural resources, forest and wildlife management, and pollution. Will be taught through field trips. Prerequisite: NS110.
*Bi161 Basic Microbiology (4)
The biology of bacteria and viruses: their morphology, physiology, and ecology. The role of microorganisms in disease and the principles of immunology. Includes laboratory. *Bi161 is not open to majors in biology or natural sciences.
*Bi171-172 Anatomy and Physiology, I and II (8)
Emphasis on the structure and function of the major systems of the human body and its variations from the normal. The cellular, embryological, and genetic bases of structure and function are also considered. Includes laboratory. *Bi171-172 are not open to majors in biology or natural sciences.
*Bi161 and Bi171-172 are offered for students in The Holy Name Hospital nursing program. Enrollment is through that program.
COURSES FOR BIOLOGY MAJORS
Bi183-184 General Biology, I and II (6)
Biological principles including origin of life, cells and reactions, genetics, protein synthesis, evolution, ecology, and homeostasis. Consideration of physiological relationships in plant and animal systems including man, phylogenetic relationships of the five kingdoms. Part I must be completed before taking Part II. Corequisites with Bi185-186.
Bi185-186 General Biology Laboratory, I and II (2)
Laboratory courses to accompany Bi183- 184. Corequisites with Bi183-184.
Bi205 Statistics for the Biological Sciences (3).
Application of statistics to biology: descriptive statistics; probability concepts; experimental design and hypothesis testing; analysis of variance; regression and correlation; non-parametric statistics. Prerequisite: Bi184.
Bi215 Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (4)
Studies of the structure and function of organ systems with emphasis on homeostatic regulatory mechanisms. Includes laboratory. Prequisite: Bi184.
Bi235 Topics in Plant Science (2)
Topics in plant science with a focus on flowering plants. Depending on the interests and goals of faculty and students, may include such topics as an introduction to major families of flowering plants, techniques of plant identification, plant culture, and uses of plants. Prerequisite: Bi184.
Bi240 Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
Living systems at the cellular, subcellular, and molecular levels. Emphasis on molecular control of cellular activity, intermediate metabolism, and energy transformation. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: Bi184.
Bi310 Ecology (4)
The usual definition of ecology - the relationship between organisms and their environment - is expanded to include the biological as well as the physical conditions under which an organism, population, or species lives to show that relationships involve the interactions between the biotic world and the physical world as well as between members of the same species and between different species. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: Bi184.
Bi/So 313 Human Evolution, Ecology and Adaptation (3)
This interdisciplinary course focuses on evolutionary adaptations of the human species to nature and ways it has adapted nature to serve its needs. These adaptations and their consequences for changes in human ways of life are central to this course. Prerequisite: Ns110 or Bi183.
Bi325 Topics in Anatomy and Physiology (3)
Continuation of Bi215, Principles of Anatomy and Physiology. Selected topics in anatomy and physiology with special reference to current clinical issues. Prerequisite: Bi215.
Bi326 Topics in Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory (1)
Laboratory course to accompany Bi325, Topics in Anatomy and Physiology. Prerequisite: Bi215.
Bi328 Methods in Biology (3)
Basic priciples and methods of biological investigations. Techniques used in research laboratories. Prerequisite: Bi240.
Bi350 Genetics (4)
Theories of heredity and variation. Pre-Mendelian, Mendelian, molecular, cytogenetics, and population genetics. Application of theories and techniques in laboratory. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: Bi184.
Bi435 Development (3)
Developmental phenomena are approached first by analysis of the molecular and cellular bases of these processes, which are common to the eukaryotes, and secondly by descriptions of selected examples of development, including fungi, protozoa, algae, higher plants, and invertebrates. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: Bi240.
Bi450 Microbiology (3)
Microorganisms, with emphasis on the morphology, physiology, and ecological roles of bacteria and viruses. Principles of immunology. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: Bi240.
Bi452 Evolution (2)
Consideration of organic evolution including the origin of cells, adaptive radiation, natural selection, population genetics, and human evolution. Prerequisite: Bi215.
Bi457 Human Genetics (2)
This course will cover the basic Mendelian, Chromosomal and Molecular principles seen in Human Genetics and will discuss new approaches and methods to the treatment, prevention and cure of human genetic diseases. Prerequisite: Bi350.
Bi459 Cytogenetics (3)
The cytologic, tissue culture and molecular techniques of clinical cytogenetics and the application of these methods to the study of developmental disorders and cancer. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: Bi350.
Bi460 Histology (3)
Cell types and tissues of vertebrates on the microscopic and submicroscopic levels; disposition of tissues in the various organs. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: Bi240.
Bi464 Immunology (2)
The study of the basic concepts of cellular and humoral products of the immune system. Genetics of immunoglobulin production, antigen-antibody reactions, immunopathological mechanisms of hypersensitivity, autoimmunity, transplantation and immunodeficiency. Prerequisite or corequisite: Bi240.
Bi475 Medical Botany (2)
The medicinal uses of plants in historic and modern times. Investigation of mode of action of selected plant-derived conventional medicines and what is known about the scientific basis of some popular folk remedies. Implications for conservation will be discussed. Prerequisite: Bi240.
Bi485 Current Issues in Biology (2)
Current topics in the biological sciences. Lectures, discussions and critical analyses of journal articles and other readings related to the course. Prerequisite: Bi240.
Bi488 Astrobiology (2)
The biological perspective on the origin of life, its evolution, the search for habitable planets, exploration of our solar system and beyond, and the future of life on Earth and elsewhere. Prerequisites: Bi 183, 183.
Bi494 Seminar in Biology, I (1)
Practice in techniques for oral presentations of scientific reports based on a search of the literature and, where applicable, the student's research project. Attendance at distinguished guest lecture series required. Prerequisite: Bi240.
Bi495 Seminar in Biology, II (1)
An examination of contemporary biological issues conducted by distinguished guest lecturers. Presentation of an oral report based on a review of the scientific literature. Prerequisite: Bi240.
Bi497 Research I (2)
Introduction to biological research. Topics will include: experimental research techniques, bibliographic searching, the review and publishing process, presentation of papers at scientific meetings and writing grants. Prerequisites: Bi240 and permission of department chairperson.
Bi498 Research II (2)
An original independent lab research project for upper-level students, under the supervision of a faculty member. Prerequisites: Bi240 and permission of department chairperson.
Bi499 Special Projects in Biology (1 to 3 credits)
Work in various fields of biology not covered by regular courses. Offered when sufficient student interest is demonstrated in an area coinciding with faculty specialization. Prerequisite: permission of the chairperson.
Courses not offered in 2006-2008
Bi128 Plants and Civilization
Bi210 Organismic Physiology
Bi220 Vertebrate Functional Anatomy
Bi405 Marine Biology
Bi454 Endocrinology
Bi458 Parasitology
Bi461 Tissue Culture
Bi462 Botany
Bi463 Biotechnology
Bi466 Conservation
Bi468 Microbial Genetics
Bi469 Human Nutrition
Bi471 Invertebrate Zoology
Bi472 Mammalogy
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