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DAVID J. GUSTAFSON, Chairperson
FACULTY: Professors: Rev. Joseph Gregorek, Steven J. Ropski. Associate Professors: Gregory M. Andraso, Sarah Ewing, David J. Gustafson, Elisa M. Konieczko, Edward (Ted) Phillips, James J. McGivern. Assistant Professors: Robert S. Rawding, Susan R. Sapone, Troy Skwor, Mary C. Vagula. Instructor: Melanie Gustafson-Ropski. Retired Professors: Kenneth W. Andersen, Richard C. Schauer, Stanley J. Zagorski.
Aims and Objectives:
Biologists study living organisms and their life processes. They are concerned with the origin, function, and preservation of life from the smallest cell to the largest organism. Career opportunities are diverse and possible in areas such as medicine, agriculture, environmental science, industrial research, teaching, biotechnology, biomedical and/or biological research and governmental employment.
To prepare students for a future in biology the Biology Department offers an extensive curriculum that will ensure a firm and broad background. Yet students can concentrate on courses of greatest benefit to them in their years of study. Students are individually counseled in their academic progress and advised in relation to their career goals by biology faculty.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:
Courses numbered BIOL 101 - BIOL 118 may not be used to fulfill requirements for a Biology major.
BIOL 101: General Biology
This course is for the nonbiology major dealing with general biological principles and brief surveys of the plant and animal world including some laboratory exercises and demonstrations. 3 credits, Fall
BIOL 103: Environmental Issues
This course is a study of our environment and some of the interactions between humans and their surroundings. The course analyzes through an interdisciplinary approach how humans and their social institutions interact with physical and biological systems of the environment. The course surveys the most urgent environmental health problems facing humanity today. 3 credits, Fall, Spring
BIOL 104: Human Biology
This course is designed to introduce students to some of the many complex, yet fascinating, processes of the human body. The course begins with a review of basic principles of chemistry. This introduction is followed by a limited discussion of cellular structure and metabolism. Subsequently the basic structure and functions of selected organ systems are discussed. The course also introduces students to some of the newer advances in medical and research technology that are impacting our society, e.g. cloning, recombinant DNA technology, genetic engineering, stem cell research, and gene therapy. 3 credits Fall, Spring
BIOL 105: Human Biology Lab
Lab exercises complement topics in BIOL 104. Concurrent with BIOL 104. 1 credit, Fall, Spring
BIOL 106: Introductory Microbiology
This course covers basic morphological and behavioral characteristics of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, prions, viruses, and protozoa) predominately associated with humans. Topics expand over microbial affiliations with different diseases, epidemiology, pathology and control. Additionally, an introduction to applied microbiology will be discussed. 3 credits
BIOL 107: Introductory Microbiology Lab
This course consists of labs which complement topics taught in BIOL 106.
Concurrent with BIOL 106. 1 credit, Fall
BIOL 108: Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology I
This course is a survey of anatomy and physiology of the human body. The first semester covers basic principles of Biochemistry, metabolism, information processing, the cell, and the tissues. This leads to consideration of these body systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine. 3 credits, Fall
BIOL 109: Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology I Lab
This course consists of labs which complement topics taught in BIOL 108.
Concurrent with BIOL 108. 1 credit, Fall
BIOL 110: Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology II
This is a continuation of BIOL 108 and covers structure and function of the cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, digestive, and excretory systems. It concludes with a unit on reproduction and development.
Prerequisite: BIOL 108. 3 credits, Spring
BIOL 111: Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
This course consists of labs which complement topics taught in BIOL 110.
Concurrent with BIOL 110. 1 credit, Spring
BIOL 113: Neuromusculoskeletal Lab
The purpose of this lab is to provide students in certain health sciences (Occupational Therapy, Sports and Exercise Science) additional laboratory time to insure that they have the foundation in the Anatomy of the Human Somato-Sensory System to advance to their Professional Curriculum. The lab will provide information on the segmental innervation, circulation, muscles and nerves of the following regions of the human body: head and neck, upper and lower extremities and trunk.
Prerequisite: BIOL 108, 109. 1 credit
BIOL 115: Human Anatomy and Physiology I
This is the first course in a two-semester sequence examining the integrated structure and function of the human body. After introducing the student to anatomical nomenclature, chemical and physiological principles, the course will follow a systems approach to the understanding of the integumentary, musculoskeletal, nervous and endocrine systems. 3 credits, Fall, Spring
BIOL 116: Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab
This course includes laboratory exercises to compliment topics taught in BIOL 115.
Concurrent with BIOL 115. 1 credit, Fall, Spring
BIOL 117: Human Anatomy and Physiology II
This second course in a two-semester sequence will complete the integrated study of the structure and function of the human body. It will explore the circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Emphasis will be placed on the interrelationships of these systems with the integrative and control functions of the nervous and endocrine systems.
Prerequisite: BIOL 115. 3 credits, Fall, Spring
BIOL 118: Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
This course includes laboratory exercises to compliment topics taught in BIOL 117.
Concurrent with BIOL 117. 1 credit, Fall, Spring
BIOL 122: Molecular and Cellular Biology
This is the beginning course for the biology major. It is designed to introduce the student to certain aspects of cell structure and function, genetics, and molecular biology. This course, together with BIOL 124 and 126, provides the student with a firm foundation upon which the specialized courses can be built. 3 credits, Fall, Spring
BIOL 123: Molecular and Cellular Biology Lab
This course provides the student with laboratory experiences in which topics covered in BIOL 122 lecture are studied in an experimental fashion. Concurrent with BIOL 122. 1 credit, Fall, Spring
BIOL 124: Animal Form and Function
This course begins with a survey of several animal kingdom phyla (e.g. Cnidaria, Plathyhelminthes, hordata, Annelida, Porifera). A functional approach is then taken to understanding the major organ systems in animals, emphasizing the vertebrates.
Prequisite: BIOL 122, 123. 3 credits, Fall, Spring
BIOL 125: Animal Form and Function Lab
This course complements BIOL 124 lectures by giving the student a chance to experimentally investigate the anatomy and functions of some organ systems in animals. Concurrent with BIOL 124.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122, 123. 1 credit, Fall, Spring
BIOL 126: Ecosystem Biology and Evolution
This course introduces principles pertaining to the evolution, ecology and behavior of diverse life forms, including the classification and characterization of all life kingdoms, with special emphasis on plants.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122, 123, 124, 125. 3 credits, Fall, Spring
BIOL 127: Ecosystem Biology and Evolution Lab
This course compliments the topics of BIOL 126 through experimentation. Concurrent with BIOL 126.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122, 123, 124, 125. 1 credit, Fall, Spring
BIOL 191: Special Topics
1-3 credits
Note about Prerequisites: Courses numbered 200 or above have a prerequisite of at least 8 credits of biology. Additional prerequisites are indicated.
BIOL 220: Botany
This general survey of the botanical world examines major classes of aquatic and terrestrial plants as well as fungi. The structure, reproduction, cytology, physiology, and taxonomy of plants will be presented. An understanding of the relationships of plants with their environment will be stressed.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits, Fall
BIOL 221: Botany Lab
This courses emphasizes plant classification as well as form and function.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1 credit, Fall
BIOL 223: Invertebrate Zoology
This course explores the taxonomic, morphological, and physiological diversity of invertebrate animals. It also emphasizes the ecological role of invertebrates.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits, Spring.
BIOL 224: Invertebrate Zoology Lab
This course emphasizes the classification and morphology of invertebrate animals.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1 credit, Spring
BIOL 232: Human Genetics
An introductory genetics course which encompasses fundamental principles of Mendelian and molecular genetics. Basic Cytogenetic topics will be introduced. The course emphasizes human heredity and development. Clinical aspects of selected heritable diseases will be discussed.
Prerequisite: PA major, BIOL 122, 123, 124, 125. 3 credits, Spring
BIOL 292: Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
This course is a study of vertebrate structure, its functional significance, and the range of variation in structure and function in different species from an evolutionary viewpoint. Concurrent with BIOL 293.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 2 credits, Spring
BIOL 293: Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Lab
This laboratory course complements and strengthens concepts covered in BIOL 292 through dissections of representative vertebrates. Concurrent with BIOL 292.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 2 credits, Spring
BIOL 298: Principles of Ecology
This course is a study of plants and animals in relationship to their environment. Basic ecological principles such as structure and function of the ecosystem as illustrated by energy flow, nutrient cycling, environmental influences, and producer-consumer-decomposer relationships are demonstrated. Selected topics on population ecology and animal behavior are covered.
Concurrent with BIOL 323.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits, Spring
BIOL 299: Ecology Lab
The Ecology laboratory is designed to demonstrate basic ecological concepts discussed in lecture.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1 credit, Spring
BIOL 302: Animal Behavior
This course is a study of the mechanisms and evolution of behavior in a variety of animal taxa. The course examines interactions among the environment, genetics, the endocrine system, and the nervous system in the development of behavior. It also addresses the current adaptive value of various behaviors and considers how natural selection may have altered behaviors in the past.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits
BIOL 307: Vertebrate Embryology
This course compares the early embryonic development of amphibian, avian, and mammalian embryos and places special emphasis on human organogenesis.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits, Fall
BIOL 308: Vertebrate Embryology Lab
Concurrent with BIOL 307
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1 credit, Fall
BIOL 320: Histology
This course deals with the cellular ultra structure and microscopic anatomy of the tissues and
organs comprising the human body.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits, Spring
BIOL 321: Histology Lab
Concurrent with BIOL 320
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1 credit, Spring
BIOL 323: Wildlife Management
This course deals with basic management strategies, including the potential human role in using and benefiting from the preservation and management of the world's wildlife resources.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, BIOL 298 or concurrent. 3 credits, Spring; to alternate with BIOL 325
BIOL 324: Wildlife Management Lab
This course deals with techniques of sampling wildlife populations. Concurrent with BIOL 323.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1 credit, Spring
BIOL 325: Vertebrate Zoology
This course deals with vertebrate evolution, systematics, zoogeography, and physiological
adaptations to specific environments.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits, Spring; to alternate with BIOL 323
BIOL 326: Vertebrate Zoology Lab
This course acquaints the student with Pennsylvania vertebrates, including their taxonomy,
ecology and distribution.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1 credit, Spring
BIOL 327: Medical Mycology
This course deals with the epidemiology of various fungal diseases. Symptoms, diagnosis, and lab study of the various mycological infections are presented.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits
BIOL 331: Microbiology
The course explores basic traits of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae and protozoa) with an emphasis on bacterial structure, communication, physiology (catabolic and anabolic pathways), genetics and growth. Additionally, topics will include microbial associations with medicine, pathogenesis, bioremediation and biotechnology.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits
BIOL 332: Microbiology Lab
Concurrent with BIOL 331. This lab involves the use of differential stains with microscopy enabling microbial visualization. Students will also be taught how to identify unknown microorganisms through the performance of multiple physiological tests. Additionally, an introduction to experiments performed in biotechnology and medical technology will be covered.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1 credit
BIOL 336: Clinical Microbiology
The appropriate methods for complete microbiological examination of clinical specimens is reviewed in lecture and presented in the laboratory. Procedures for the isolation and identification of bacteria, fungi, and viruses are taught. Emphasis is given to those organisms most commonly found in human infection.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122-127, 331, 332. 2 credits
BIOL 337: Clinical Microbiology Lab
Concurrent with BIOL 336.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, 331, 332. 2 credits
BIOL 338: Immunology
This course is designed to introduce students to the structure and function of the immune system. Course content begins with a discussion of the molecular and cellular components involved in the elicitation of the immune response, e.g. antigen receptors, MHC molecules, antibodies, and cytokines. Subsequent discussion includes the role of the immune system in the defense against infectious agents and cancer, immunodeficiency, hypersensitivities, organ transplantation, and autoimmune disease.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122, 123, 124, 125, 331, 332 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits, Spring
BIOL 339: Immunology Lab
The lab is designed to emphasize some of the basic immunological principles that are discussed in lecture. Students will also be introduced to some of the immunologically-based techniques routinely utilized in research and diagnostic laboratories (e.g. immunodiffusion, ELISA, immunoelectrophoresis, PCR, western blot and tissue culture techniques).
Concurrent with BIOL 338
Prerequisites: BIOL 122, 123, 124, 125, 331, 332. 1 credit, Spring
BIOL 340: Aquatic Microbiology
This course is designed to study the interrelationships between micro-organisms, and phytoplankton, aquatic plants and microorganisms, and the animal population of water masses having fundamental significance in the cycling of elements in a body of water.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, 331, 332. 3 credits
BIOL 341: Aquatic Microbiology Lab
Concurrent with BIOL 340.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, 331, 332. 1 credit
BIOL 342: Microbial Physiology
This course will emphasize bacterial metabolism with particular reference to carbohydrate and protein metabolism.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, 331, 332. 3 credits
BIOL 343: Microbial Physiology Lab
Concurrent with BIOL 342.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, 331, 332. 1 credit
BIOL 344: Virology
This course is designed to expose students to the basic fundamentals (morphology, life cycles and host interactions) and advanced topics of viruses associated with human diseases. These topics will focus on selected viruses and discuss their disease associations, epidemiology, vaccines, unique viral life cycles, host evasion techniques and control. Course topics will also include viral gene therapy and emerging diseases.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, 16 credits in Biology and 16 credits in Chemistry. 3 credits
BIOL 345: Genetics
This introductory course deals with the principles of variation in plants and animals, but with special reference to man. Students will be introduced to both Mendelian genetics, and some introductory aspects of molecular biology including biotechnology.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, CHEM 111, CHEM 114, CHEM 221, CHEM 224. 3 credits, Fall, Spring
BIOL 346: Genetics Lab
Concurrent with BIOL 345.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1 credit, Fall, Spring
BIOL 354: Parasitology
This course is concerned with organisms which live on or in other organisms, and which depend on their hosts for some essential metabolic factor. Life cycles, behavior and treatment, and control of parasites will be discussed. Recommended for students concentrating in the health sciences.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits, Spring
BIOL 355: Parasitology Lab
The lab is designed to familiarize students with the identification and morphology of parasites.
Required for students in Medical Technology. Concurrent with BIOL 354.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1 credit, Spring
BIOL 358: Plant Physiology
A study of plant functions, including growth and development, mineral nutrition, water relations, photosynthesis, respiration, plant growth regulators, and environmental physiology.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, CHEM 221. 3 credits
BIOL 359: Plant Physiology Lab
Current and classical techniques of experimental plant physiology.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122-127, CHEM 221. 1 credit
BIOL 363: Endocrinology
Endocrinology is presented with an emphasis on neural endocrine interactions, mechanisms of hormone action, metabolism and related reproductive physiology.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122, 123, 124, 125, 368, 369. 3 credits, Fall
BIOL 365: Human Gross Anatomy
This course uses a regional approach to study the human body.
Concurrent with BIOL 366
Prerequisites: BIOL 122, 123, 124, 125. 3 credits, Fall, Spring
BIOL 366: Human Gross Anatomy Lab
This course compliments and enhances the human gross anatomy lecture course. Dissection of human cadavers by students is a key component of the course. In addition, learning is facilitated through the use of anatomical models and prosected human cadavers.
Concurrent with BIOL 365.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122, 123, 124, 125. 1 credit, Fall, Spring
BIOL 368: Animal Physiology
This course deals with the normal functioning of the body (primarily human body) and its component parts. The essential concepts of physiology are presented at various levels or organization, from cellular to organ system level with special emphasis on the understanding of homeostasis and integrated regulations of various body processes among several systems. Specifically the course focuses on physiological mechanisms involved in neuronal and chemical signaling, movement, metabolism, respiration, circulation, excretion, etc.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122, BIOL 123, BIOL 124 and BIOL 125. 3 credits
BIOL 369: Animal Physiology Lab
Concurrent with BIOL 368
Prerequisites: BIOL 122,123,124,125. 1 credit
BIOL 373: Cellular Biochemistry
This course is designed to present a comprehensive overview of the living cell with an emphasis on the design that makes life possible. The class will begin with an overview of the properties and the function of biomolecules, including proteins and nucleotides, then move into a discussion of recombinant DNA, followed by discussion of the regulation and synthesis of lipids, carbohydrates, enzymes, and bioenergetics. The class will culminate in an overarching discussion of the intricacies of metabolism. Special attention will be paid to clinical correlation between errors of metabolism and human diseases.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits, Spring; to alternate with BIOL 375
BIOL 374: Cellular Biochemistry Lab
Experiments are used in this course to illustrate the principles and research methods of biochemistry. Concurrent with BIOL 373.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1 credit, Spring
BIOL 375: Cell Biology
Fundamental cellular, sub cellular, and molecular characteristics of animal cells are studied in this course. Included are specific studies on cellular organelles, the cytoskeleton, cellular and intracellular membranes, intracellular transport, cell signaling, the cell nucleus, DNA replication, RNA synthesis, and protein synthesis, protein structure and function, and photosynthesis. Also emphasized are current techniques used in cell biology, such as Southern, Northern, and Western Blots, PCR, DNA sequencing, DNA cloning, and immunofluorescent confocal microscopy.
Concurrent with BIOL 376
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, 16 credits biology, 16 credits chemistry
3 credits, Spring; to alternate with BIOL 373
BIOL 376: Cell Biology Lab
This course is designed to enhance the lectures presented in BIOL 375. Experiments used in this course illustrate the principles and research techniques of many aspects of both plant and animal cell biology.
Concurrent with BIOL 375
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, 16 credits biology, 16 credits chemistry. 1 credit, Spring
BIOL 378: Medical Microbiology
This course is designed for future health care professionals that need to have a useful and comprehensive introduction to the host-parasite relationship, and a thorough understanding of the microbe in its role as a disease-producing etiological agent. Infectious diseases for this course have been selected from the realm of prions, viruses, rickettsiae, chlamydiae, PPLO forms, bacteria, fungal, and protozoan to illustrate introductory medical terminology and the principles of pathogenic microbiology.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122, 123, 124, 125, PA or LECOM majors. 3 credits, Spring
BIOL 379: Medical Microbiology Lab
This course consists of labs which complement topics taught in PHAS 365.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122, 123, 124, 125, PA or LECOM majors. 1 credit, Spring
BIOL 381: Field Ecology
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, 298, 299 or instructor's permission.
2 credits, Fall; to alternate with BIOL 385
BIOL 382: Field Ecology Lab
The practical aspects of ecosystem ecology are studied in these courses. Visits are made to a variety of local ecosystems; e.g. streams, forests, ponds, bogs, marshes, etc.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127, 298, 299 or instructor's permission.
2 credits, Fall; to alternate with BIOL 386
BIOL 383: Tropical Marine Biology
This course is open to all students regardless of major. The course is offered over spring break in the Bahamas, where students investigate ecological systems such as coral reefs, mangroves, beaches, tidal pools, and inland habitats. 2 credits, Spring
BIOL 384: Ecology of Yellowstone National Park
This course is taught at Yellowstone National Park where students examine the vegetation, thermophilic life, and ecology of Yellowstone National Park. Topics to be covered include grizzly bears, wolf reintroduction, impact of fires, geysers and past volcanic activity, geological history including earthquakes, vegetation, thermophilic life, and the herbivores of the park (bison, moose, antelope, and elk). One day will also be spent at the Museum of the Rockies in Bozeman reviewing their dinosaur exhibit and getting a behind-the-scenes tour.
Prerequisite: Instructor's permission. 2-3 credits, Summer
BIOL 385: Limnology
Limnology is designed to acquaint the student with the biota of fresh waters through the use of modern limnological techniques. Special emphasis is placed on Lake Erie and Presque Isle Bay.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122, 123, 124, 125, 8 credits of biology and Junior or Senior standing. 2 credits, Fall; to alternate with BIOL 381
BIOL 386: Limnology Lab
Concurrent with BIOL 385.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122, 123, 124, 125. 2 credits, Fall; to alternate with BIOL 382
BIOL 390: Plant Ecology
A consideration of the effects of environment on the growth, physiology, and distribution of plants is studied in these courses. The factors that determine the adaptability of plants to various habitats will be discussed.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits
BIOL 391: Plant Ecology Lab
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1 credit
BIOL 392: Field Botany
A systematic and taxonomic survey of the major cell, organ, and tissue types of the mosses, ferns, gymnosperms, and angiosperms This class will spend considerable time outdoors in various ecosystems surveying botanical life.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits, Summer
BIOL 393: Field Zoology
This is a course in field biology designed to acquaint the student with the taxonomy and ecology of indigenous animals.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits, Summer
BIOL 395: Fisheries Biology
This course explores the morphology, classification, life history, population dynamics, and ecology of freshwater fishes.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122-127. 3 credits, Fall
BIOL 396: Fisheries Biology Lab
This course emphasizes collection, identification, and assessment of local fishes.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122-127; Concurrent: BIOL 395. 1 credit, Fall
BIOL 487: Directed Research
In this course, the student works with a Biology faculty member on an ongoing or newly funded project. Upon completion of the project, or a designated portion thereof, the student will make an oral presentation to the Biology faculty. Credit for this course assigned on a pass/fail basis.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 2 credits
BIOL 488: Biology Research I
In this course, the student works individually with a Biology faculty member to identify a research project that can be conducted feasibly at Gannon University or in collaboration with another organization. The student will conduct a literature review, design a research project, and prepare a written research proposal that will be submitted to the faculty mentor at the end of the semester. An oral presentation to the Biology faculty is also required.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122-127 & written permission of faculty mentor. 2 credits, Fall & Spring
BIOL 489: Biology Research II
In this course, the student works with a Biology faculty member to conduct the research proposed in Biology Research I (BIOL 488). The student will submit a written report of the results of the project to the faculty mentor. An oral presentation to the Biology Faculty is also required.
Prerequisite: BIOL 122-127, 488. 2 credits, Fall & Spring
BIOL 490-495: Special Topics in Biology
Topics of special and/or current interest in all areas of biology will be covered. For these courses, a student conducts a literature search. A written and oral report based on the review of applicable scientific literature must be accepted by the faculty before a grade is given.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127 plus 8 additional BIOL credits. Instructor permission if required. 2 credits
BIOL 496-499:
These numbers designate special situations such as CO-OP projects, internships, Independent Study and experimental courses at the upper divisional level. A written report and oral presentation to the Biology faculty is required. The credit may take the place of BIOL 490-494 providing it exceeds 1 credit and the requirement of a written and oral report is included.
Prerequisites: BIOL 122-127. 1-3 credits
Biology Curriculum
The Biology Department offers a variety of curricula that a student may choose from to best suit his/her career goals. These include the basic Biology curriculum and curricula with emphasis in Chemistry, Ecology and Environmental Science, Microbiology, and Vertebrate Biology. All of these curricula lead to a major in Biology.
Courses required for biology majors are included in each curriculum. They include: BIOL 122-123, 124-125, 126-127, 345 and 488 or 490-494.
LABORATORY REQUIREMENTS
Labs for the following courses are required of all students: Molecular and Cellular Biology, Animal Form and Function, and Ecosystem Biology and Evolution. All upper division biology labs (200 level and above) are required with the course for biology majors.
Students majoring in Biology are permitted to waive two Biology labs during this program of study unless otherwise noted in the Gannon catalog. Written permission to take a course without the lab must be obtained from the instructor and Academic Advisor.
Biology Curriculum
(Numerals in front of courses indicate credits)
FRESHMAN
First Semester
4 Molecular and Cellular Biology I/BIOL 122-123
4 General Chemistry/CHEM 111-112
3 Sacred Scripture/LTHE 121
3 College Composition/LENG 111
2 First-Year Seminar
16
Second Semester
4 Animal Form & Function/BIOL 124-125
4 General Chemistry/CHEM 114-115
3 Mathematics/MATH 112 or 141
3 Critical Analysis & Comp/LENG 112
3 Introduction to Philosophy/LPHI 131
17
SOPHOMORE
First Semester
4 Ecosystem Biology & Evolution/BIOL 126-127
4 Organic Chemistry/CHEM 221-222
3 Hist of West & World/LHST 111
3 Theology II Series/LTHE
3 Mathematics/MATH 111, 112, or 140
17
Second Semester
4 Biology Elective
4 Organic Chemistry/CHEM 224-225
2 General Elective
3 Philosophy II Series/LPHI
3 Social Science Elective
16
JUNIOR
First Semester
4 Biology Electives
3 Genetics/BIOL 345
4 General Physics/PHYS 105-106
3 Theology or Phil III Series/LTHE or LPHI
1 Leadership Seminar
15
Second Semester
7-8 Biology Electives
4 General Physics/PHYS 108-109
3 Fine Art Series/LFIN
3 Speech/SPCH 111
17-18
SENIOR
First Semester
2 Biology Topics/BIOL 490-495 or
Biology Research I/BIOL 488 or
Direct Research/BIOL 487
8 Biology electives
3 General electives
3 Literature Series/LENG
16
Second Semester
4 Biology electives
7-10 General electives
3 Senior Seminar/LBST 383
14-17
Electives in biology should to some extent be selected according to career goals. Those highly recommended include: Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy, Plant or Animal Physiology, and Principles of Ecology.
Statistics MATH 213 and Introduction to Computers CIS 190, or the CIS 170-173 series are highly recommended.
The following curricula are modifications to the above Biology Curriculum and all satisfy a degree in Biology.
Biology/Chemistry Curriculum
FRESHMAN
8 Biology/BIOL 122-123, 124-125
8 General Chem/CHEM 111-112, 114-115
6 Mathematics/MATH 111, 112, 140, 141
3 College Comp/LENG 111
3 Crit Analysis & Comp/LENG 112
3 Hist of West & World/LHST 111
3 Sacred Scriptures/LTHE 121
2 First-Year Seminar
36
SOPHOMORE
4 Biology/BIOL 126-127
5 Biology Elective
8 Organic Chemistry/CHEM 221-222, 224-225
3 Intro to Philosophy/LPHI 131
3 Theology II Series/LTHE
3 Philosophy II Series/LPHI
3 Intro to Psyc/PSYC 111 or
Intro to Soc/SOCI 110 or
BCOR/POLI approved course
3 Fine Art Series/LFIN
32
JUNIOR
4 Organic Chemistry III/CHEM 323-324
4 Genetics/BIOL 345-346
8 Biology Electives
8 General Physics/PHYS 105-106, 108-109
4 Analytical Chemistry/CHEM 336-337
3 Theology or Phil III Series/LTHE or LPHI
3 Literature Series/LENG
3 Speech/SPCH 111
37
SENIOR
2 Biology Research I/Topics/BIOL 488, 490-494
18 Biology Electives
4 Structural Biochemistry/CHEM 366
3 Senior Seminar/LBST 383
3 Statistics/MATH 213
30
Biology/Ecology Curriculum
FRESHMAN
8 Biology/BIOL 122-123, 124-125
8 General Chem/CHEM 111-112, 114-115
6 Mathematics/MATH 111, 112, 140, 141
3 College Comp/LENG 111
3 Crit Analysis & Comp/LENG 112
3 Hist of West & World/LHST 111
3 Sacred Scripture/LTHE 121
2 First-Year Seminar
36
SOPHOMORE
4 Biology/BIOL 126-127
2 Biology Elective
8 Organic Chemistry/CHEM 221-222, 224-225
3 Intro to Philosophy/LPHI 131
3 Theology II Series/LTHE
3 Philosophy II Series/LPHI
3 Intro to Psych/PSYC 111 or
Intro to Soc/SOCI 110 or
BCOR/POLI approved courses
3 LS elective
3 Electives
32
JUNIOR
4 Field Ecology/BIOL 381-382
3 Genetics/BIOL 345
8 General Physics/PHYS 105-106, 108-109
3 Statistics/MATH 213
4 Earth Science Elective
3 Fine Art Series/LFIN
3 Literature Series/LENG
3 Theology or Phil III Series/LTHE or LPHI
3 Speech/SPCH 111
34
SENIOR
2 Biology Research I/Topics/BIOL 488, 490-494
4 Limnology/BIOL 385-386
18 Biology Electives
3 Computer Course
4 Earth Science Electives
3 Senior Seminar/LBST 383
34
Biology/Microbiology Curriculum
FRESHMAN
8 Biology/BIOL 122-123, 124-125
8 General Chemistry/CHEM 111-112, 114-115
6 Mathematics/MATH 111, 112, 140 141
3 College Comp/LENG 111
3 Crit Analysis & Comp/LENG 112
3 Sacred Scriptures/LTHE 121
2 First-Year Seminar
33
SOPHOMORE
4 Biology/BIOL 126-127
5 Biology Elective
8 Organic Chemistry/CHEM 221-222, 224-225
3 Hist of West & World/LHST 111
3 Intro to Philosophy/LPHI 131
3 Theology II Series/LTHE
3 Philosophy II Series/LPHI
3 Intro to Psych/PSYC 111 or
Intro to Soc/SOCI 110 or
BCOR/POLI approved course
3 LS elective courses
35
JUNIOR
4 Microbiology /BIOL 331-332
3 Genetics/BIOL 345
4 Parasitology/BIOL 354-355
8 General Physics/PHYS 105-106, 108-109
3 Fine Art Series/LFIN
3 Literature Series/LENG
3 Theo or Phil III Series/LTHE or LPHI
4 Immunology/BIOL 338, 339
3 Speech/SPCH 111
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SENIOR
2 Biology Research I/Topics/BIOL 488, 490-494
8 Microbiology Electives
6 Biology Electives
11 General Electives
3 Senior Seminar/LBST 383
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Biology/Vertebrate Zoology Curriculum
FRESHMAN
8 Biology/BIOL 122-123, 124-125
8 General Chemistry/CHEM 111-112
6 Mathematics/MATH 111, 112, 140, 141
3 College Comp/LENG 111 224-225
3 Crit Analysis & Comp/LENG 112
3 Hist of West & World/LHST 111
3 Sacred Scriptures/LTHE 121
2 First-Year Seminar
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SOPHOMORE
4 Biology/BIOL 126-127
2 Biology Elective
8 Organic Chemistry/CHEM 221-222
3 Intro to Philosophy/LPHI 131
3 Theology II Series/LTHE
3 Philosophy II Series/LPHI
3 Intro to Psych/PSYC 111 or
Intro to Soc/SOCI 110 or
BCOR/POLI approved course
6 LS electives
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JUNIOR
4 Comp. Vert. Anatomy/BIOL 292-293
4 Principles of Ecology/BIOL 298-299
8 General Physics/PSYC 105-106, 108-109
4 Vertebrate Zoology/BIOL 325-326
3 Genetics/BIOL 345
3 Fine Art Series/LFIN
3 Literature Series/LENG
3 Theology or Phil III Series/LTHE or LPHI
3 Speech/SPCH 111
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SENIOR
2 Biology Research I/Topics BIOL 488, 490-494
10 Biology Electives
4 Vertebrate Physiology/BIOL 361-362
4 Intro Digital Comp/MATH 119-120
12 General Electives
3 Senior Seminar/LBST 383
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Biology Teaching Certification
Students majoring in Biology qualify for Teacher Certification in Biology/Secondary Education.
Aims and Objectives
The objectives of the program are: (1) to give the students an opportunity to become broadly educated in the areas of Biology, and (2) to provide a program of teacher education which promotes growth, development, attitude and expertise for successful teaching.
Students who wish to prepare themselves as secondary Biology teachers must make formal application to the teacher education program through the School of Education. For a detailed explanation of all requirements refer to the catalog portion under Education.
BIOLOGY MINOR
A total of 24 credits of Biology is required for a minor. Completion of the following courses will satisfy the requirements for a minor in Biology: BIOL 122-123, BIOL 124-125, BIOL 126-127, 12 credits above BIOL 200. The 12 credits of biology electives should be geared toward a specific area of interest (e.g., ecology, microbiology, vertebrate biology).
THE NEXT STEP
Baccalaureate Degree Program for Graduates of Two Year Colleges concentrating in Science or Science related areas.
Biology
(Numerals in front of courses indicate credits)
Pre-Senior Year
4 Biology/BIOL 126-127
2 Biology Elective 4 Vertebrate Zoology & Lab/BIOL 325, 326
3 Genetics/BIOL 345
4 Vertebrate Embryology & Lab/BIOL 307, 308 or
Vertebrate Physiology & Lab/BIOL 361, 362
4 Gen Chem I & Lab/CHEM 111, 112
4 Gen Chem II & Lab/CHEM 114, 115
4 Gen Physics I & Lab/PHYS 105, 106
3 Introduction to Philosophy/LPHI 131
3 Sacred Scriptures/LTHE 121
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Senior Year
4 Principles of Ecology & Lab/BIOL 298, 299
4 Microbiology & Lab/BIOL 331, 332
4 Biology Elective
2 Biology Research I/BIOL 488
4 Organic Chemistry I & Lab/CHEM 221, 222
4 Organic Chemistry II & Lab/ CHEM 224, 225
4 Gen Physics II & Lab/PHYS 108, 109
3 Senior Seminar/LBST 383
3 Theology or Phil II Series/LTHE or LPHI
3 Literature Series/LENG
3 Fine Art Series/LFIN
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Students will be permitted to take other courses in substitution for any of the courses listed above which they satisfactorily completed prior to admission to this program. Students are required to complete 18 credits in the Core of Discovery Program at Gannon.
Prerequisites:
A basic Biology or Science course and a basic Mathematics course.
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