BIOLOGY AT EUREKA COLLEGE

Biology is the scientific study of the living world. Emphasis on integrated concepts showing the effect of biological knowledge on all areas of human endeavor. Basic themes include cellular metabolism, cellular structure, mechanisms of heredity, development, evolution, ecology and behavior.

REQUIREMENTS FOR A BIOLOGY MAJOR

A minimum of 32-35 hours of Biology as listed below:

REQUIREMENTS FOR A BIOLOGY MAJOR WITH TEACHER CERTIFICATION:

1) A major in Biology consisting of 38 hours of the following courses:

(2) Professional Education Course Requirements. (For a list of these courses please refer to the Education section of the catalog concerning requirements for certification in Secondary Education.)

(3) To qualify for Student Teaching, a student must have an overall 2.50 GPA and a 2.75 GPA in the Biology major outlined above.

REQUIREMENTS FOR A BIOLOGY MINOR

A minimum of 20 hours including:

BIOLOGY COURSES

115 Field Biology -- 4 hours
Lecture, laboratory and field experience. An introduction to the techniques and findings of field biologists, and the use of the field as an experimental platform to examine basic scientific questions. The primary emphasis in this course is on developing observational skills and learning what "real" science is like. Two to three major field projects will be undertaken, involving data collection and analysis and written reports describing our findings. Generally offered in Summer Term, when it is possible to take extended overnight field trips. Class members should be prepared to camp under relatively "primitive" conditions. Biology majors and minors may repeat this course for credit.

130 General Biology -- 4 hours
Basic principles of biology (evolution, ecology, cell structure and function, genetics) are presented in a manner consistent with the needs of a liberally educated person. What does evolution imply about our origin and purpose? What effects have human activities had on the biosphere? What is the nature of scientific inquiry? These and other questions are the subject matter of this course. Lecture and laboratory.

136W Evolution for Everyone -- 4 hours
Describes the importance and impact of evolution on human thought. Suitable as an introductory science course for non-science majors and science majors alike. Course begins with a discussion of the nature of science, history and evolutionary thought, and the controversy between religion and science, followed by DNA and genetics. Course concludes with a close examination of modern evolutionary theory, including the Hardy-Weinberg-Castle theorem, population genetics and speciation. Lecture and Labratory.

141W Principles of Biology I -- 4 hours
Introduction to biology expressly designed for students interested in majoring in biology or in a pre-professional program. Presents the basic principles of biology (evolution, ecology, cell structure and function, genetics) in some detail. Lecture and laboratory.

142W Principles of Biology II -- 4 hours
Prerequisite: BIO 141W.
Continued examination of biological principles for those interested in science as a career. Examines the anatomy and physiology of the major groups of organisms. Lecture and laboratory.

210 Science in Context -- 2 hours
(Offered in alternate years as PHS 210 or BIO 210.)
Prerequisite: BIO 130 or 141W and a physical science (CHM 131, PHS 110, PHS 111, PHS 112, or PHY 220).
Examination of the development of major ideas in science in a historical, political, social and cultural context. Offered yearly, with the major theme of the course alternating between scientific disciplines. The appropriate departmental designation will be applied according to the major theme. Can be repeated for credit as long as the theme of the repeated course is different from the student's prior enrollments(s).

241W Introduction to Botany -- 4 hours
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: BIO 142W.
Detailed examination of plant structure, function, evolution, and ecology. The systematics of plants, fungi, and algae are emphasized. Lecture, laboratory and field trips.

242W Introduction to Zoology -- 4 hours
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: BIO 142W.
Detailed examination of animal structure, function, evolution and ecology. The systematics of animals and animal-like protists are emphasized. Lecture, laboratory and field trips.

260 Human Anatomy and Physiology -- 4 hours
Prerequisite: BIO 130 or 142W.
Basic examination of the principles, structure, function, and pathology of the human body, specifically including the body systems.

281W Animal Behavior -- 3 hours
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: BIO 130 or 142W and PSY 101.
Survey of behavioral mechanisms employed by animals in their "Struggle for Existence." Topics include the history of behavior as a science, the evolution and genetics of behavior, the physiology of behavior, and sociobiology. Lecture.

300W Ecology -- 4 hours
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: BIO 142W.
Scientific study of the factors affecting organismal distribution and abundance. Topics include dispersal, habitat selection, population growth, population interactions, community structure, nutrient cycling and energy flow. Lecture, laboratory and field trips.

320W Bacteriology and Virology -- 4 hours
Prerequisite:BIO 130 or BIO 142W and CHM 131.
Study of bacteria and viruses including their structure, classification, growth, physiology, metabolism, and biological importance. Their medical importance is compared to other microbes including protozoa, algae fungi and parasitic helminths. Includes discussion of ecological importance and industrial applications for microbes. Lecture and laboratory.

325W Immunology -- 4 hours
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: BIO 142W and CHM 221.
Detailed evaluation of the biological and clinical aspects of immunology. Topics covered include antigen and antibody structure, genetic and cellular basis for antibody formation, hypersensitivity, complement, cell-mediated immunity, histocompatibility, autoimmunity, immunity to infectious diseases, comparative immunology, and immunilogical applications in science. Lecture and laboratory.

330W Developmental Biology -- 4 hours
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: BIO 142W.
Recommended Pre-/Co-requisites: BIO 242W,BIO 360.
Detailed examination of the principles of organismal development. Topics include genetic control of development, environmental impact on developmental processes, descriptive embryology and developmental constraints. Lecture and Laboratory included.

342W Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy -- 4 hours
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: BIO 142W.
Comparative study of structure, function and evolution of vertebrate animals from both descriptive and analytical viewpoints.

360W Genetics -- 4 hours
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: BIO 142W; pre- or co-requisite: CHM 221.
Fundamental principles of heredity, cyto-genetics, molecular and population genetics. Lecture and laboratory.

370 Physiology -- 4 hours
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: BIO 142W.
Physiological study of animals by body systems, organs, cells, and molecular activities. Physiological study of animals by body systems, organs, and molecular activities. Both chemical and physical interactions are considered in maintaining a normal internal environment which is necessary in response to the animal's environment. Lecture and laboratory.

466W Organic Evolution -- 3 hours
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: BIO 360W.
Detailed evaluation of evolutionary biology. Topics include population genetics, natural selection, the neutral theory of evolution, speciation, macroevolution, the fossil record and coevolution. Lecture.