</BI 100
Introduction to Biology (3)
An introduction to the major principles and theories of
Biology: genes, evolution, cell biology, and the structure and function of
the major kingdoms of life. Two sections of special academic interest include
Health Emphasis and General Education Emphasis both of which qualify as
General Education Courses. Not applicable toward credit for biology major
requirements. Two or three lectures a week. Prerequisite: None.
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101 Introductory Biology Laboratory (2)
Introductory laboratory with activities that examine the
structure and function of organisms. Supplementary to BI 100. Not applicable
toward credit for biology major requirements. One three-hour laboratory
period per week. Prerequisite: BI 100 or concurrent enrollment.
Concurrently enrolled students may not drop BI 100 and remain enrolled in BI
101.
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102 General Cellular Biology (5)
The organization and activities of organisms at the
cellular level. Analysis of the
chemical, genetic, and microscopic properties shared by all cells. This is
the beginning biology course for the student who wishes to major in biology.
Four lectures and one three-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisite:
None.
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BI 105
General Botany (4)
An introduction to plants that examines their evolution,
anatomy, and physiology. Biological
principles as found in the plant kingdom. Three lectures and one three-hour
laboratory period a week. Prerequisite: BI 102.
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BI 110
General Zoology (4)
The organ systems, taxonomy, and evolution of animals.
Biological principles as found in the animal kingdom. Three lectures and one
three-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisite: BI 102.
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150 Evolution (3)
Designed for non-science majors who want a basic
explanation of evolution, how it works and its impact on scientific thinking
and society. The course will include discussion of simple genetics, origins
of life, geologic eras and scientific creationism. Prerequisite: None.
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BI 155
Sexually Transmitted Disease (1)
An overview of diseases, which rely on sexual
interactions for transmission, e.g., AIDS, syphilis, herpes, and others. The
history, epidemiology, clinical nature, treatment and prevention of these
diseases are discussed. Prerequisite: none.
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BI 180
Special Topics (1-3)
Selected topics of general interest. Not applicable
toward credit for biology major requirements. Prerequisite: none.
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202 Biology of Behavior (3)
Biological aspects of human and animal behavior,
including sociobiology, ethnology, behavioral genetics and evolution,
heredity vs. environment, male-female differences, and the neurological and
hormonal basis of behavior. Prerequisite: None.
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203 Human Impact on the Environment (3)
The structure and function of a natural environment and
the impact of humans on that environment. Topics include population and food,
various pollution problems, energy problems, and possible solutions. Not
applicable toward credit for biology major requirements. Prerequisite:
None.
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BI 206
Introductory Microbiology (4)
The basic characteristics of microbes and an analysis of
their effects on humans. Emphasis on human medical microbiology. Basic
microbiological techniques, with an emphasis on those used in medicine.
Developed primarily for students majoring in nursing. Not applicable toward
credit for biology major requirements. Three lectures and one three-hour
laboratory per week. Prerequisites: BI 100 (Health Emphasis preferred) and
BI 101 or BI 102.
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BI 230
Introduction to Human Physiology (3)
This human physiology course is designed for those
needing a basic background in physiology principles without the additional
functional knowledge that is obtained in the laboratory setting. The emphasis
of this course will include learning basic relationships and necessary
language to be able to understand the terminology that may be used in fields
that are in the periphery of physiology. Prerequisite: BI 100 (Health
Emphasis preferred).
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BI 250
Introduction to Human Anatomy (3)
The structure of the human body, with emphasis on
skeletal and muscular systems. Three lectures a week. Prerequisite: BI 100
or 102.
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BI 255
Human Physiology (4)
The basic functions of human organ systems. Three
lectures and one three-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisites: BI
100 (Health Emphasis preferred) and 101 or BI 102.
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BI 260
The Biology of Aging (3)
Mechanisms of aging processes with special reference to
human gerontology. Unfavorable progressive changes in molecules, cells,
systems, and organisms will be examined. Three lectures a week. Prerequisite:
none.
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BI 275
Human Anatomy (4)
Designed primarily for students majoring in biology,
nursing or physical therapy. Lectures survey the organ systems with emphasis
on skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory and reproductive systems.
Laboratory exercises include both animal and human cadaver dissection. Two
lectures and two two-hour laboratory periods per week. Prerequisite: BI
100 (Health Emphasis preferred) and 101 or BI 102. NOTE: Pregnant women
should consult with physician and instructor prior to enrollment due to
specimen preservatives used in this course.
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BI 280
Special Topics (1-3)
Selected topics of general interest. Prerequisite:
One or more general biology course(s).
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BI 300
Field Biology (3)
Identification and study of plants and animals in the
field, including their ecology. Prerequisite: One college course in
biology or equivalent.
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BI 301
General Microbiology (4)
Characteristics of microorganisms with major emphasis on
bacteria and viruses. Principle roles of microorganisms in our environment.
Laboratory introduces basic techniques used in microbiological studies. Three
lectures and one three-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisite: BI 102
and CH 151.
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BI 302
Entomology (4)
Designed to cover the general aspects of the anatomy,
physiology, taxonomy, and behavior of insects. Field trips
will be an integral part of this course. Three lectures and one three-hour
laboratory period a week. Prerequisite: BI 110.
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BI 303
Invertebrate Zoology (4)
The invertebrate groups with emphasis on basic
zoological principles. Field trips are an integral part of this course. Three
lectures and one three-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisite: BI
110.
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BI 305
Parasitology (4)
Protozoan, helminth, and arthropod parasites of humans.
Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisite:
BI 110.
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BI 310
Ecology (4)
Examines the interactions between organisms, their
environment, and their evolution; major topics include global ecology,
physical ecology, community ecology, species interactions, and biodiversity.
Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisites:
BI 105 and BI 110.
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BI 315
Vertebrate Zoology (4)
A taxonomic approach to the study of vertebrate animals.
Phylogeny, ecology and behavior will be discussed, as will general structure
and function relating to phylogeny. The laboratory will include several field
trips. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisite:
BI 110.
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BI 324
Systematic Botany (3)
Exploration of the flowering plants of Kansas and their
habitats. Major principles of systematics are covered. Two three-hour class
periods per week, and nearly all periods are devoted to field trips to local
areas of interest. Prerequisite: BI 105.
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BI 325
Microbiology of Human Diseases (5)
Basic principles involved in pathogenesis of human
disease, host resistance, and epidemiology. Characteristics and laboratory
diagnosis of major bacterial pathogens. Three lectures and two two-hour
laboratory periods a week. Prerequisite: BI 301.
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BI 328
Plant Anatomy and Physiology (3)
Examines the anatomy and physiology of the stems, roots,
leaves and reproductive organs of plants, from the molecular to the
organismal levels. Prerequisite: BI 105.
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BI 330
Animal Physiology (4)
A comparative study of the basic physiological processes
occurring throughout the animal kingdom. Three lectures and one three-hour
laboratory period a week. Prerequisite: BI 110 and CH 152.
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BI 333
General Genetics (4)
A course designed to cover basic genetic principles,
including Mendelian Genetics, cytogenetics, population genetics and an
introduction to molecular genetics. Laboratory experiments will be used to
illustrate the genetic principles covered in lecture. Three lectures and one
three-hour laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: BI 102 and CH 151.
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BI 340
Evolutionary Biology (3)
The basic ideas of evolutionary biology will include
classical Darwinian evolution, and modern analyses of evolutionary theory.
Specific topics covered are natural selection, sources of variation, origin
of life, paleobiology, speciation, sociobiology and human evolution. Course
will also include the historical development of evolutionary ideas as well as
a discussion of the impact of evolution on societal issues. Three lectures a
week. Prerequisite: BI 105 or 110, or consent of instructor.
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BI 343
Human Genetics (2)
Mechanisms of human inheritance in individuals,
families, and populations. Subjects include prenatal diagnosis and
counseling, cancer genetics and societal issues raised by gene technology.
Survey of genetic and cytogenetic disorders. Two lectures a week. Prerequisite:
BI 333.
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BI 353
Molecular Genetics (3)
The molecular basis of genetic systems including
chromosomal and extrachromosomal elements. Topics include manipulation of
DNA, molecular techniques, cloning, methods for the study of gene expression,
mutability of DNA, plasmid systems, prokaryotic and eukaryotic genomes, and
practical aspects of biotechnology. Three lectures a week. Prerequisite:
BI 301 or BI 333.
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BI 354
Molecular Biology Laboratory (3)
A laboratory course designed to introduce the student to
modern molecular biology techniques, including recombinant DNA technology
(gene cloning), DNA sequence analysis, PCR, Southern hybridization,
bioinformatics, and more. This course is designed to mimic a real world
research experience. Two periods totaling 5 hours per week to include one
hour for lecture/ discussion. Prerequisite: BI 301 or BI 333 or BI 353 or
consent of instructor.
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BI 355
Developmental Biology (5)
Topics in modern developmental biology will be covered
in lecture and through readings so as to gain a working knowledge of the
analyses of developmental processes such as fertilization, embryonic
cleavage, cell determination and cell differentiation in selected species.
Emphasis will be on experiments that reveal how these processes are
controlled at the molecular and cellular levels. Three lectures and two
two-hour laboratory periods a week Prerequisite: BI 110.
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BI 357
Histology (4)
Fundamental tissues and microscopic examination of
vertebrate organs. Two lectures and two two-hour laboratory periods a week. Prerequisite:
BI 110.
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BI 360
Human Cadaver Dissection (3)
This course is intended to give students who aspire to
go to medical school, dental school or post graduate human anatomy programs a
chance to gain experience dissecting and learning human cadaveric anatomy.
This is a five-week summer course that covers the dissection of the entire
human cadaver. Focus of dissection is primarily on muscle and joint anatomy,
but includes thoracic and abdominopelvic organs along with vascular
dissection and identification. Student evaluation is based on participation
and dissection skills. Prerequisite: BI 110 or 275 and instructor consent.
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BI 362
Immunology (3)
Molecular and cell biology of specific and nonspecific
immune responses in mammals, with special emphasis on human immune systems.
Reviews experimental support for current immunological theories. Roles of
immunology in human health and disease. Three lectures a week. Prerequisite:
BI 301 and (BI 333 or BI 353 or CH 350).
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BI 363
Immunology Laboratory (2)
A laboratory course designed to introduce students to
current clinical and research procedures in immunology. Includes techniques
utilized in biological and biochemical research as well as medical
applications. Prerequisite: BI 362 or concurrent enrollment.
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BI 370
Virology (3)
The structure and properties of animal viruses.
Molecular aspects of virus replication and the role of viruses in disease states.
Three lectures a week. Prerequisite: BI 102 and 301.
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BI 380
Special Topics in Biology (1-3)
A consideration of various emerging or advanced
specialty areas in biology, offered according to student and staff
availability. Prerequisite: BI 102 and consent of instructor (Additional
prerequisites might be needed depending upon particular topic).
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BI 389
Biology Literature Review (2)
Students will learn to critically read and analyze
primary biology literature in at least four of the five core biology disciplines:
cell biology, botany, zoology, microbiology and genetics. It is designed for
students who have not yet taken Biology Seminar (BI 390). Students will
orally present the data from these papers to the class and complete a series
of worksheets on the content of the literature. Students will also learn the
basics of a thorough, scientific literature search online and the mechanics
of writing a scientific abstract. Two lectures per week. Prerequisite: BI
102 and one other biology core course, plus consent of instructor.
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BI 390
Biology Seminar (1)
Organization and oral presentations of the results of
current research in the biological sciences. Utilization of recent journal
literature, abstracting techniques, and oral communication of scientific data
will be emphasized. One semester is required of all majors. Up to three
credit hours may be applied toward meeting departmental or university
graduation requirements. Prerequisite: 15 hours of BI and Jr. standing.
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BI 395
Research in Biology (1-3)
This course is the capstone course in the Biology
degree, and open only to declared majors at Washburn University. Independent,
undergraduate research on some special problem in biology, the field to be
chosen by the student in conference with the instructor. Open only to
students, from any discipline, with at least fifteen hours of credit derived
from core majors’ courses in Biology. At least one semester is required of
every Biology major. A maximum of six credit hours of research may be taken
by any student, and no more than 3 credits in one semester. Prerequisite:
Consent of Instructor
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