Biology (BIOL) 1 BIOLOGY (BIOL) 100 Level Courses BIOL 101: Biology Freshman Seminar. Offered by, Provides hands-on experience with the methodologies of forensic DNA analysis. Offered by, During this course, diseases of wildlife will be examined with emphasis on causes and mechanisms, pathobiology, ecology and epidemiology and population significance. Schedule Type: Lecture. Offered by, Introduces vertebrates with emphasis on systematic, evolution, life history, behavior and ecology. Schedule Type: Lecture The University Catalog is the authoritative source for information on courses. Offered by, An introduction to the interaction of plants and people from a biological perspective and the tools to continue life-long critical evaluation of emerging issues in human nutrition, agriculture, medicine, and global environmental change as they relate to plant biology. Offered by, A survey of the relationship between the distribution of plants and animals on the earth surface and the physical geography and environmental characteristics. Offered by, Provides an overview of threats to the marine environment, and discusses the scientific, socioeconomic, and political issues behind marine conservation. Biol 311: General Genetics Spring 2015 Lecture Syllabus: Section 002 (TR, 9:00-10:15 am) Instructor: Dr. Edward Otto Phone: 703-993-7077 E-mail: rotto3@gmu.edu Office: Rm 1208 Exploratory Hall Office Hrs: TW 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, or by appointment Not available for Biology major credit. Offered by, Provides a modern, comprehensive knowledge of fungal biology including classification, phylogeny, structure, physiology/metabolism, growth and development, genetics, industrial applications including biotechnology, ecological roles including pathogenic interactions with plants, animals, and man. The Schedule of Classes is the authoritative source for information on classes scheduled for this semester. Offered by, Introduction to science used to identify species in need of conservation and techniques to manage and protect organisms. Offered by, Experience teaching biology in laboratory or in field under supervision of faculty member. Hey guys, I just got my final exam score for biology 213 with Professor Madden and I've tried to calculate my grade. Does not satisfy the natural science requirement in COS or CHSS. The University Catalog is the authoritative source for information on courses. Discusses role of fungi in ameliorating pollutants produced by anthropogenic activities. Offered by, Introduction to the evolution, diversity, and biology of the dinosaurs and their descendants. Offered by, Continued study of the structure and function of the human organism and maintenance of homeostasis. The Schedule of Classes is the authoritative source for information on classes scheduled for this semester. Topics will include evolutionary history, biological diversity, and analyzes of interactions among organisms and between organisms and their environment. Offered by, Review of modern concepts in cancer biology including taxonomy of human tumors, common cancer syndromes, and genome instability. Offered by, Survey of insects including taxonomy, morphology, physiology, behavior, ecology, and economic importance. Some time ago, the university general education core requirements changed such that the minimum requirement for students was one course with a laboratory and a second course with or without a laboratory. This course does not satisfy requirements of the BA degree or BS degree, which state that students must complete at least one (BA degree) or two (BS degree) upper division courses that include a laboratory. 211-213, 212-214, 313, 314, 315, 318, 321, 463/Biol 483 Individualized sections 355, 451, 452, 455, 456 are available every semester. Offered by, Studies physical, chemical, and biological processes in lakes, streams, and wetlands. Human Anatomy and Physiology. Offered by, The chemical basis of life, the structure and function of the cell, Mendelian and human genetics, and the major animal phyla are presented. Offered by, Provides basis for understanding proper application of bioremedial technologies to treatment for hazardous wastes. See the Schedule for the most up-to-date information and see Patriot web to register for classes. Emphasizes control of microorganisms, host-parasite interactions including immunology, and viral and bacterial pathogens. Offered by, This is a writing intensive experience and laboratory for transfer students who have previously taken an equivalent course to, Introduction to study of plants, their structure, development, nutrition, and ecology. Notes: Not available to students who have taken, The structure and function of major organ systems of animals and an examination of the structure and function of plants, emphasizing the higher plants. Offered by, Study of current topics in microbiology. Offered by, An introduction to field-based scientific research. Offered by, Evolution of genes and gene families at molecular level, including gene duplication and divergence, positive and negative selection, genetic drift, and molecular clocks. Nevertheless, Biology continued to offer both BIOL 103 and 104 with a required laboratory since many colleges maintained the two semester laboratory require… The University Catalog is the authoritative source for information on courses. © 2020-2021 George Mason University. Notes: May be repeated one time with permission of program director. Total limit for combination of 495 and 497 is 6 credits toward 44 credits for BS and 3 credits toward 32 credits for BA. Offered by, Historical development of DNA profiling methods, current DNA typing techniques and the ongoing development of new forensic DNA typing methods. Notes: Does not satisfy the natural science requirement in COS or CHSS. ¼1ÿyJ¬
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Note: the course will involve students to design and conduct a small-scale green infrastructure experiment/project on the campus. Offered by, Presents the trans-disciplinary discipline of conservation medicine, the study of relationships between organism and ecosystem health and environmental conditions. Offered by, Weekly seminar course dealing with recent advances in biology. Notes: May not be used to fulfill explicit undergraduate prerequisites for graduate work. A weekend field trip is included. The University Catalog is the authoritative source for information on courses. Required Prerequisites: ((BIOL 213 C or U213) and (BIOL 311 C or L311) and (BIOL 305 C, L305 or 246 C) and (BIOL 306 C or L306) and (CHEM 211 C and 213 C) and (CHEM 212 C and 214 C)). Investigate how they form and change over time, and with anthropogenic influences. Offered by, Plants and animals of marine environments and physical and chemical conditions that affect their existence. Offered by, Laboratory of field investigation under guidance of faculty member. sampling species and habitats as well as how to evaluate their effectiveness. See the Schedule for the most up-to-date information and see Patriot web to register for classes. Correlates with material from clinical neurology, where possible. Surveys of many groups of plants and their phylogenetic relationships will be studied. See the Schedule for the most up-to-date information and see Patriot web to register for classes. The University Catalog is the authoritative source for information on courses. The above information, based on the 2018-2019 University Catalog, is subject to change without notice or obligation. Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll. Offered by, Laboratory-based class in which students perform current techniques in microbial pathogenesis. Offered by, Study of current topics in biology as determined by instructor. Lectures, field trips, and lab exercises teach physical and chemical aspects of aquatic systems and life cycles, and adaptations of aquatic organisms. The course also includes a number of guest lectures from a variety of international marine mammal experts. Hey all. Offered by, Overview and introduction of challenges and opportunities that urban environments present to the plants and animals inhabiting cities and the ways that those organisms and entire ecosystems respond. This course does not satisfy requirements of the BA degree or BS degree. The relative contributions of genetic and environmental factors influencing weight gain will be covered as well as recent trends in obesity research. Genetic and molecular studies of tumor cell proliferation, migration, invasion, and death. Includes identifying, evaluating, and controlling hazards. Notes: Topics selected from recent publications in field. Note: Must be enrolled in Biology Research Semester. Also covers evolutionary theory, and evolutionary history of major animal groups. Also discusses protein trafficking, cell cycle, and cell adhesion molecules. Offered by, Immunology, virology, and microbiology of vaccines. See the Schedule for the most up-to-date information and see Patriot web to register for classes. Biology Freshman Seminar. Course requires use of organisms. Examines captive species in the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute to learn husbandry practices and skills from keepers and biologists. Lab portion includes paleontology techniques, analysis, and study of fossil specimens and casts. BIOL 214. SYLLABUS . Biostatistics for Biology Majr. Offered by, One-on-one research experience with a conservation practitioner over 5 weeks (about 36 hours per week) on a conservation research project associated with that GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY . Emphasizes bacteriophage and animal viruses. CHEM 458/GEOL 458 is offered every 4th semester. Not available to students who have taken, Experimental studies using current methods for purification and characterization of biologically important compounds. 2 years ago. Offered by, Field or laboratory study in animal behavior with emphasis on mechanisms, functions, and evolution of behavior. BIOL 213. Describes general system ecology, ecosystem restoration, and the utilization of natural processes to provide ecosystem services to society and benefits to nature. Stresses evolution of microbial species, biochemical cycling, and species interactions. ... BIOL 124. Offered by, Considers impact of fungi on ecosystems in terms of their effects on biogeochemical cycling, primary and secondary production, and regulating community structure and populations of individual species through their activities as symbionts and parasites. Also, diseases crossing species barriers will be examined. Notes: Not available for biology major or minor elective credit. Offered by, Genetic structure and dynamics of populations, both real and ideal. Offered by, Introduction to study of plants, their structure, development, nutrition, and ecology. Teaches professional development skills for scientists in conservation including fundraising, poster presentations, and interpretation of findings for diverse audiences. Provides training for research in various aspects of biology. Detailed discussion of anatomical structures and their functions of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, urinary, digestive and reproductive organ systems. We will explore methods of diagnosis, control, prevention and outbreak investigation as they apply to management and conservation of wildlife populations. Offered by, Fundamental concepts of nature of viruses, virus classification, cultivation, and biochemistry. Offered by, An introduction to the fundamental nature of viruses, their classification, morphology, chemistry and their role in human disease. Offered by, Investigates the interaction of plants with their abiotic and biotic environment, native Virginian plant communities and their causes, and global processes affecting plant distributions over geological time. Offered by, Study of a topic not otherwise available to student. George Mason University is designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance/Cyber Defense Research and Education. Offered by, For science majors and preprofessionals in life sciences. Offered by, Study of evolution, systematics, physiology, ecology and behavior of mammals,emphasizing field work. The course emphasizes evolution, taxonomic diversity, and plant-animal interactions in terrestrial tropic forests. Offered by, Basic principles of infectious diseases caused by bacteria and viruses. Offered by, Applies modern ecological theories and methods to biological resource management in developing and developed countries. Offered by, Morphology, physiology, and pathogenicity of certain groups of bacteria, fungi, and viruses; stresses host-parasite interactions. Convenient, flexible, and affordable, the College of Education & Human Development offers a full range of undergraduate degrees and minors, master's degrees and graduate certificates. The University Catalog is the authoritative source for information on courses. The Schedule of Classes is the authoritative source for information on classes scheduled for this semester. Offered by, A course where students will demonstrate knowledge of cellular and molecular mechanisms which drive the systematic changes that result in aging, and to understand the overall biological processes involved in complex biological systems. Includes food production, spoilage and preservation, fermentation technology, waste disposal, water purification, biodeterioration, and decomposition. BIOL 177. Please refer to catalog.gmu.edu for course descriptions, department information, and university policy governing undergraduate degree programs. Student responsibilities may include a lecturing component, but may also include lab preparation, design of course materials, tutoring and grading. Offered by, Study of evolution, systematics, physiology, ecology, and behavior of amphibians and reptiles, emphasizing field work. Offered by, Expands on the key concepts of eukaryotic cell biology including the cell cycle, the cytoskeleton, celluar transport, the membrane and protein trafficking and cellular signaling. I will communicate with students during the semester by email, using your gmu email address. Offered by, Principles of embryonic development and differentiation in animal species at cellular, molecular, tissue, and whole organism levels. Offered by, General consideration of animal function emphasizing common life problems and methods for solving them. Offered by, Genetic approaches to problem of eukaryotic development, emphasizing current research on regulation of gene enzyme systems. Notes: Not available for credit toward MS in biology, or PhD in environmental science and public policy. The Schedule of Classes is the authoritative source for information on classes scheduled for this semester. Topics also include selected disorders for each organ system to illustrate disruption of homeostasis. This course is for first-seminar freshman with a declared biology major. Yes X No If yes, please list Notes: Course in cell or molecular biology. Models populations and communities across landscapes, and ways of managing them to achieve goals in managing species and ecosystem proceses at local, regional, and continental scales. Covers topics from the evolution of sex and gender to the evolution of complex reproductive strategies involving behaviors such as mate recognition, courtship displays, territoriality, polygamy, and offspring care. Examples drawn from environmental, medical, physiological, genetic, and chemical biology. Offered by, Classification, evolutionary trends, and distribution of common invertebrate fossils. Laboratory stresses use of cultural, biochemical, and phylogenetic methods to study microbial isolation, metabolism, and identification. BIOL 213 Lab Manual. BIOL 103. The MS in Health Informatics program with a concentration in Health Data Analytics is offered fully online.Courses are offered in a condensed 8-week format, with students taking one course at a time. Offered by, Detect and characterize patterns in landscapes. Notes: May be taken for 1 to 3 credits and repeated once for a total of 3 credits. Offered by, Experimental studies using current methods in biology. Provides students with a systems-oriented perspective on environmental studies. Offered by, Basic principles of heredity and modern developments in this field. c;fùD,VJr«^Xºê©Ü´Rò[TÃ$ Û]©@ÂTó)ËJ+F¸
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ý]£ÿ»ÆÔDVH¦&ÚOÂĤ¦0M?9OY*äjÊÅ?C[Á May be repeated if topic is different. An examination of the therapeutic potential of stem cells through "regenerative medicine." Offered by, Overview of relationship between environmental contamination and genetic damage. This elective will serve as a platform for freshman biology students to get practical advice and guidance for how to approach coursework, careers in biology, and professionalism. BIOL 213 and BIOL 214 with a C or better, X or POI BIOL 310 100% face -to face Hybrid: ≤50% electronically delivered 100% electronically delivered Restrictions Enforced by System: Major, College, Degree, Program, etc. Offered by, Study of evolution, systematics, physiology, ecology and behavior of birds, emphasizing field work. Offered by, Study of evolution, systematics, physiology, ecology and behavior of reptiles, emphasizing field work. Offered by, Lab exercises illustrate basic and applied methodologies, including isolation of commercially useful strains. Discusses role of fungi in ameliorating pollutants produced by anthropogenic activities. Notes: Field trip to tropics required as part of laboratory. COURSE LISTS (FORENSIC SCIENCE) . Develops skills for obtaining internships, jobs, or graduate positions. Offered by, Health effects of chemical contaminants of air, water, and food resulting from industrialized society. Detailed discussion of anatomical structures and their functions of the endocrine, nervous, muscular, skeletal, and integumentary systems following introduction to the cellular and tissue levels of organization. Offered by, Directed field studies emphasizing ecology and behavior. Not available for Biology major credit. The Schedule of Classes is the authoritative source for information on classes scheduled for this semester. Offered by, Student gains teaching experience in a lecture, laboratory or field environment under the supervision of a faculty member. ... and BIOL 103, BIOL 106 & 107, or BIOL 213; or permission of instructor. The University Catalog is the authoritative source for information on courses. Notes: May be repeated only with permission of department chair. The Math Placement Test is required to take MATH 113. Explores problems in achieving optimum productivity of specific resources and application of systems analysis. Are there equivalent course(s)? Note: must be taken in sequence. See the Schedule for the most up-to-date information and see Patriot web to register for classes.