Courses marked with ++ are part of the University's General Education program.

++BI 100 Introduction to Biology (3)
Cells, plant and animal structure and function, vertebrate organ systems, principles of genetics, evolution, and ecology. Sections for special academic interests. Not applicable toward credit for biology major requirements. Three lectures a week. Prerequisite: None.

++BI 101 Introductory Biology Laboratory (2)
Introductory laboratory treating structure and function of plants, animals, and protists. 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.

++BI 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.

BI 105 General Botany (4)
The morphology, physiology, and phylogeny of plants. Biological principles as found in the plant kingdom. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisite: BI 102.

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.

++BI 150 Evolution (2)
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.

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.

BI 170 Kansas Ecology (3)
A general course for non-science majors that explores the natural environment of Kansas from its geology and geography through its climate, to the types of plants and animals found in the state. Prerequisite: None.

BI 180 Special Topics (1-3)
Selected topics of general interest. Not applicable toward credit for biology major requirements. Prerequisite: none.

++BI 202 Biology of Behavior (3)
Biological aspects of human and animal behavior, including sociobiology, ethology, behavioral genetics and evolution, heredity vs. environment, male-female differences, and the neurological and hormonal basis of behavior. Not applicable toward credit for biology major requirements. Three lectures a week. Prerequisite: None.

++BI 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.

BI 204 Introductory Microbiology (3)
The basic characteristics of microorganisms and their roles, both beneficial and harmful. Emphasis is on human medical microbiology. Not applicable toward credit for biology major requirements. Three lectures a week. Prerequisite: BI 100 and 101 or BI 102.

BI 205 Introductory Microbiology Laboratory (1)
Basic microbiological techniques. Demonstration of common microbes and selected pathogens in man's environments. Not applicable toward credit for biology major requirements. One two-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisite: Biology 204 or concurrent enrollment.

BI 210 Insects and Society (3)
The influence of insects on history, medicine, the environment, agriculture, art, music, and literature. Includes various destructive and beneficial effects of insects, plus principles of evolution, classification, and ecology. Not applicable toward credit for biology major requirements. Three lectures a week. Prerequisite: None.

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.

BI 255 Human Physiology (4)
The basic functions of human organ systems. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisite: BI 100 and 101 or BI 102.

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.

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 a week. Prerequisite: BI 100 and 101 or
BI 102.

BI 280 Special Topics (1-3)
Selected topics of general interest. Prerequisite: One or more general biology course.

BI 300 Field Biology (3)
Lectures, laboratory, and field work on identification of local plants and animals and their interrelationships in nature. Designed to meet the needs of the elementary school teacher. Not applicable toward credit for biology major requirements. Prerequisite: One college course in biology or equivalent.

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.

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.

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.

BI 305 Parasitology (4)
Protozoan, helminth, and arthropod parasites of humans. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisite: BI 110.

BI 310 Ecology (4)
The relation of organisms to the physical and biological conditions under which they live. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period a week. Prerequisite: BI 105 and 110.

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.

BI 320 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (5)
A comparative study of organs and organ systems of vertebrates. Three lectures and two two-hour laboratory periods a week. Prerequisite: BI 110.

BI 324 Systematic Botany (3)
Exploration of the major plant groups, both flowering and non-flowering, and their habitats is the focus of this course. Classical plant taxonomy is covered, but an emphasis is placed on modern methods such as molecular systematics. One two-hour lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week. Almost all laboratory periods are devoted to field trips. Prerequisite: BI105.

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.

BI 328 Plant Anatomy and Physiology (3)
A course that connects the anatomy and physiology of plants, emphasizing major concepts in biology. Topics explored in detail include how plants handle water stress, how they make and conduct sugars, and how plants function at the organismal, cell, and molecular levels. Prerequisite: BI 105.

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.

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.

BI 340 Evolutionary Biology (2)
The basic ideas of evolutionary biology will include classical Darwinian evolution, and Neo-Darwinism. Specific topics covered are natural selection, sources of variation, origin of life, paleobiology speciation, socio-biology 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. Two lectures a week. Prerequisite: BI 105 or 110, or consent of instructor.

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.

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 102 and 301.

BI 355 Vertebrate Embryology (5)
Comparative morphogenesis of vertebrates, with emphasis on mammalian development. Three lectures and two two-hour laboratory periods a week. Prerequisite: BI 110.

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.

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 333 or consent of Instructor.

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.

BI 370 Virology (3)
The structure and properties of bacterial, plant, and animal viruses. Molecular aspects of virus replication and the role of viruses in disease states. Three lectures a week. Prerequisite: BI 102 and 301.

BI 371 Virology Laboratory (1)
Basic techniques in virology with emphasis on cell culture and current methods for studying viruses. One three-hour laboratory a week. Prerequisite: BI 370 or concurrent enrollment.

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).

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 hrs. of Biology and Jr. standing.

BI 395 / 396 Research in Biology (1-3)
This course is the capstone course in the Biology degree and at least one semester is required of every major. 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 with at least fifteen hours of credit in biology. A maximum of six credit hours of research may be taken by any student.