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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2016-2017
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for both BI 215 and BI 220. Three one-hour lectures per week. Prerequisites: BI 115 and
BI 125. Fall, Spring.
BI 220 Principles of Genomics (1)
A thorough introduction to the molecular structure, function, recombination, and
transmission of the genetic material with an emphasis on bioinformatics. Techniques for
acquiring and analyzing data at the genome-wide level will be addressed. Students may
not earn credit for both BI 215 and BI 220. Two lectures and one three-hour laboratory
per week. Prerequisites: BI 115 and BI 125. Fall of odd-numbered years.
BI 225 Evolutionary Ecology (1)
A study of the basic concepts of evolution and ecology as a gateway to upper-level
coursework in ecology and organismal biology. Emphasis is placed on an understanding
of natural selection and how it shapes speciation, population dynamics, and community
interactions and composition. Prerequisites: BI 215, BI 220, or UES 150, and at least
sophomore standing. Fall, Spring.
BI 232 Invertebrate Zoology (1)
An introduction to the invertebrate animals with an emphasis on their diversity,
morphology, physiology, and ecology. One weekend field trip is required. Three lectures
and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BI 115. Fall of even-numbered
years.
BI 242 Essentials of Human Anatomy (1)
A study of human gross and microscopic anatomy. Includes introductions to anatomical
terminology, basic cellular processes, embryology, and genetics, as well as a detailed
study of the major human organ systems in a studio format (lecture/lab combined).
Intended for students interested in pre-nursing, pre-pharmacy, allied health or related
fields. Not intended for pre-medical students. Prerequisite: BI 115.
BI 293, 393, 493 Independent Study in Biology (½ or 1)
Directed study for advanced students in the major. Specific guidelines concerning
independent study projects appear in the “Exploration Term and Contract Learning”
section of this catalog.
BI 298, 398, 498 Teaching Experience in Biology (½ or 1)
A teaching experience course. Specific guidelines concerning teaching experiences
appear in the “Teaching Experiences” section of this catalog.
BI 303 Physiology (1)
A study of the functions of organ systems and their role in regulation of body processes.
Three lectures, one three-hour laboratory, and one TBA laboratory per week.
Prerequisites: BI 125, and CH 120 or CH 149. Spring.