In this course, students will collaboratively or individually complete an aviation safety-related project under the close supervision of a faculty member. A faculty sponsor is required for this course. Group work is permissible with the approval of the supervising faculty member.

The course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to apply aviation safety knowledge and skills to professional activities while gaining real-world experience. The internship incorporates professional experience with required periodic progress and a final report. Requires consent of instructor.

This course involves intensive research activity associated with a master's thesis. Any student wishing to complete a master's thesis must obtain the permission of a faculty member. The research project should be conducted under the supervision of the student's advisor and thesis committee. Submission of a research paper, an oral defense of the research work, and approval by the thesis committee are required for thesis credits to be earned.

Introductory course designed for students not majoring in science. Focuses on basic biological principles with special emphasis on the human species. Includes scientific problem solving, biodiversity, human and social aspects of biology, ecology, cellular processes and organ function, human reproduction, pre-natal development, and heredity. Lecture, laboratory, and small group discussions.

Goal Areas:

GE-03, GE-08

An introduction to biological topics of special interest to women with emphasis on anatomic and physiologic changes over the course of a woman's lifetime. Designed for students not majoring in science. Presents fundamental biologic concepts within this specialized context and provides opportunity to collect, evaluate, and analyze data.

Goal Areas:

GE-03

An introduction to the multidisciplinary field of soil science and fertility. The course will examine the basic physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils. Further topics will explore soil genesis, soil health and management, and their relationships to crop production. Field trips and lab activities will be used to explore key concepts, with emphasis on examples relevant to the soils of southern Minnesota. Local field trips included.

Goal Areas:

GE-03, GE-10

Study of biological processes at the suborganismal level including cell chemistry, metabolism, reproduction, genetics, and complex tissue physiology. Laboratory and discussion sessions stress problem solving and experimental design.

Goal Areas:

GE-03

Study of biological processes at the organismal level including a survey of life forms (viruses, bacteria, protists, fungi, plants, and animals), their evolution, and ecology. Laboratory and discussion sessions stress problem solving and experimental design.

An introduction to the health care profession with special emphasis on clinical laboratory personnel. Course includes presentations by professionals in some of the major health care fields, especially medical technology. Includes lectures, field observations.

Introduction to genetic analysis. Topics covered will include those of both classical and modern genetics: population genetics, molecular genetics, genetic manipulation of organisms and selection. Central to this course will be the primacy of the trait as the object of genetics and the development/refinement of the concept of the gene. Lab included.Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisites:

BIOL 105, BIOL 106, and MATH 112

Principles of the study of relationships between organisms and the environment. Topics include flow of energy and materials, organism-level interactions, growth and evolution of populations, and community ecology. Field trips to prairie, lake, stream, and forest communities, training in data collection and analysis, use of equipment, and report writing. Lab included.

Prerequisites:

BIOL 105 and BIOL 106 or consent

Biology of plants including unique features of plant cells, life histories, metabolism, anatomy, physiology, and ecology. The course empathizes plants' remarkable adaptations to their environments, their diversity, and the vital roles they play in ecological interactions. For biology and environmental science majors and minors. Lab included.

Prerequisites:

BIOL 105 and BIOL 106 or consent

Systems approach to the structure of the human body. The course is designed for students majoring in biology or health related programs. Lab included.

An introduction to the general principles and methods used in the study of microorganisms. Lab included. Prereq: One BIOL course and one semester of chemistry from among CHEM 104, CHEM 106, CHEM 111, or CHEM 201. Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisites:

One BIOL course and one semester of chemistry from among CHEM 104, CHEM 106, CHEM 111, or CHEM 201

Goal Areas:

GE-03

Provides experience with a wide variety of biological laboratory exercises to prepare prospective elementary teachers. Emphasis is on building knowledge, skills, and confidence. The course will cover major biological concepts and environmental education through classroom-ready examples selected to illustrate each concept.

This class provides MAX scholars with an opportunity to explore a set of topics related to achieving success in academic, professional and personal realms. Speakers will include faculty, graduate students, visiting researchers and industry members as well as student participants. NOTE: Credit does not apply to any major.Fall, SpringPrereq: Recipient of a MAX scholarship or instructor consent

Prerequisites:

Recipient of a MAX scholarship or instructor consent.

This course will provide students a comprehensive approach to understanding the unifying theory that all biological systems must operate. Student will apply evolutionary theory to ecosystem, population, individual and gene levels of organization in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic groups.

Prerequisites:

BIOL 105, BIOL 106, BIOL 211

Evolution is a unifying theory of biology. Students are provided the history of evolutionary thought and the Darwinian revolution, evidence for evolution, mechanics of evolution, and an array of special topics such as speciation, molecular evolution, conservation, and extinction. Readings will include book chapters and journal articles. Lecture/discussion.

Prerequisites:

BIOL 105, BIOL 106, BIOL 211

This course will introduce students to the wide diversity of invertebrate animals. Students will understand the major similarities and differences of the invertebrate taxa (protostomes and deuterostomes) through a comprehensive phylogenetic analysis of their morphological and functional features. Emphasis will focus on evolutionary relationships among taxa including ecology, development, life cycles, anatomy, and physiology. Lab will focus on skills related to invertebrate identification, manipulation, and field collection.

Prerequisites:

BIOL 105, BIOL 106

This course will explore the diversity of vertebrate animals from chordates ancestors, fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Discussion of major taxa will focus on evolutionary relationships, ecology, and biology. Lab will focus on identification from both museum and field specimens.

Prerequisites:

BIOL 105, BIOL 106

Principles of functions of human cells, organs, and systems with an emphasis on organ/system interactions. Designed for majors that do not require a strong medical and research emphasis. Includes an active learning laboratory to facilitate learning the complex lecture material.

Prerequisites:

BIOL 220, CHEM 104 or CHEM 106 or CHEM 111 or CHEM 201

A comprehensive phylogenetic survey of both invertebrate and vertebrate animals. Emphasis on evolutionary relationships among phyla, the evolution of organ systems, animal organization and function, animal adaptations, and zoogeographical considerations. Research and inquiry of animal unity and diversity will include using the Internet. Lab included.

Prerequisites:

BIOL 105 and BIOL 106

An examination of eukaryotic cellular structure, organization and physiology. Lab included.

Prerequisites:

BIOL 105 and BIOL 106, BIOL 211

Basic anatomy and physiology of the nervous system. The course is designed for students majoring in biology, psychology or health related programs.

Prerequisites:

BIOL 220

Principles of functions of human cells, organs, and systems with an emphasis on organ/system interactions. This course is designed for students majoring in biology, chemistry, or related sciences, and medically-related areas. Includes a laboratory with a research and medical emphasis.

Prerequisites:

BIOL 220, CHEM 104 or CHEM 106 or CHEM 111 or CHEM 201