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BIO101
J,E
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CREDIT:2
WINTER
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Foundation of Biology
Basic concepts in microbiology, plant biology and animal biology will be introduced as a team-taught course. There will be strong emphasis on text book reading and assignment work. The course assumes preliminary knowledge equivalent to high school biology.
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BIO102
J
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CREDIT:2
SPRING
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Introduction to Biology
To learn about the fundamental properties of life. The role of cell, expression system of genetic information, evolution and biodiversity are presented. The content of lecture is not premised on the completion of high school biology.
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BIO103
J
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CREDIT:2
SPRING
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Laboratory in Foundation of Biology
Various basic experiments on life phenomenon. Microscopic observation, Field observation and various experiments on plant and animal structure, function or behavior.
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BIO104
E
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Foundation of Biochemistry
To study chemical basis of life. Introduction to the chemical nature and biological properties of low-molecular-weight substances and biopolymers as well as the biochemistry of basic cellular metabolism.
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BIO212
E
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CREDIT:2
SPRING
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Basic Concepts in Cell Biology
The basic components of the cell are presented, including the plasma membrane, mitochondria, chloroplasts, the nucleus and the endomembrane system. There is a strong emphasis on function. Recommended to be taken after FOUNDATION OF BIOLOGY or INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY.
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BIO213
J,E
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CREDIT:2
SPRING
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Basic Concepts in Genetics
Genes are the basic replicating feature of living organisms. Already there is a substantial amount known about genes and complex mechanisms by which genetic information is expressed and regulated. During the development of the field of Molecular Biology, the techniques for examining the fine structure ofgenetic elements (genes) have established. Such techniques are now helping us gaining a clear understanding of life.
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BIO214
J
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CREDIT:2
SPRING
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Biostatistics
Study of the basic concepts of biostatistics and the fundamental statistical methods used to analyze experimental data.
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BIO215
J
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Ecology
General and basic concepts (theories) and methods of ecological studies.
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BIO222
J
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CREDIT:2
WINTER
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Basic Concepts in Animal Developmental Biology
Basic process and mechanism of development including growth, differentiation and morphogenesis in animals. Genetic basis of development in animals is also presented.
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BIO241
J
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Basic Concepts in Plant Physiology
Basic concepts of plant physiology, especially focusing on photosynthesis and plant growth and development. Recommended to be taken after INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY or FOUNDATION OF BIOLOGY.
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BIO251
J
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CREDIT:1
AUTUMN
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Field Study in Biology
Through field observations in the field, or observation and drawing using microscope in laboratory, classifications, anatomy and ecological relations of plants, insects or mammals are studied.
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BIO252
J
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Laboratory in Biology
Fundamental experiments on biological materials using basic techniques for biochemical experiments. Recommended to be taken after LABORATORY IN FOUNDATION OF BIOLOGY.
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BIO253
J
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CREDIT:1
AUTUMN
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Marine Field Study
Through observations and experiments in the field, classification of marine invertebrates and fish, and their morphology, development and ecology are to be studied.
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BIO312
E
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CREDIT:2
WINTER
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Biochemistry
Nitrogen cycle in the biosphere, biological nitrogen fixation, biosynthesis and catabolism of amino acids, proteins, nucleic acids, porphyrins, etc. Recommended to be taken after FOUNDATION OF BIOCHEMISTRY
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BIO315
E
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Advanced Cell Biology
This course focuses on the functions of the animal cell integrated into a tissue. This course will cover Cell-to-Cell Junction, Cell-Cell Communication, Cell Signaling Pathways, Cell Division and Cell Death. The regulation of these processes will be discussed. This course is recommended to be taken after FOUNDATION OF BIOLOGY and BASIC CONCEPTS IN CELL BIOLOGY.
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BIO321
J
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CREDIT:2
SPRING
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Animal Developmental Biology
Cellular and molecular mechanisms of morphogenesis and pattern formation in animal development, and evolutionary aspects.
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BIO322
J
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Animal Physiology
Animal structure and function, digestive system, respiratory system, osmoregulation, excretory system, endocrine system, and reproduction.
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BIO323
E
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CREDIT:2
WINTER
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Human Physiology
This course introduces students to the function and regulation of the human body. The physiological integration of the organ systems to maintain homeostasis will also be discussed. Recommended to be taken after BASIC CONCEPTS IN CELL BIOLOGY and ADVANCED CELL BIOLOGY.
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BIO324
J
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CREDIT:2
WINTER
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Neurobiology
Basic cell physiology focusing on the physiological properties of the cell membrane and the physiology of the neuron.
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BIO325
J
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Animal Biology
Living organisms show diversity from body structure to behavior. To understand the diversity, symbiotic relationship is a key concept. This course deals with diverse animal body structure, metamorphosis or related life history from the viewpoint of symbiotic relationship. Recommended to be taken after FOUNDATION OF BIOLOGY or INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY.
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BIO331
J
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Microbiology
Principles of evolution can provide an overarching theme to the course. The DNA replication, transcription, translation, cellular structures, metabolic pathways, regulatory signals, and genetic exchange mechanisms exhibited by microorganisms at present are the products of natural selection. In addition, evolutionary processes can be observed in the microbial world today, in cases such as antibiotic resistance, xenobiotic biodegradation, and the coevolution of hosts and pathogens. Recommended to be taken after FOUNDATION OF BIOLOGY, FOUNDATION OF BIOCHEMISTRY and BASIC CONCEPTS IN GENETICS.
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BIO341
E
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CREDIT:2
WINTER
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Plant Development
Development of plant tissue from meristems. Recommended to be taken after FOUNDATION OF BIOLOGY , BASIC CONCEPTS IN CELL BIOLOGY and CELL DYNAMICS.
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BIO342
J
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CREDIT:2
SPRING
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Plant Physiology
Plant growth and development, and their regulation mechanisms controlled by genes, environmental factors and plant hormones. Recommended to be taken after INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY or FOUNDATION OF BIOLOGY.
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BIO351
J
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CREDIT:2
SPRING
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Laboratory in Animal Development
Preparation and observation of tissue samples of chick embryos. Experiments on regulation of planarian regeneration.
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BIO352
J
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Laboratory in Animal Physiology
Animal dissection and observation of cells. Basic experiments on cell and animal behavior. Strongly recommended to be taken simultaneously with or after ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY I.
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BIO353
E
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Laboratory in Biochemistry
Experiments on the metabolism of carbohydrates and lipids. Isolation of related enzymes and their reactions.
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BIO354
J
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CREDIT:2
SPRING
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Laboratory in Molecular Genetics
Understanding of basic and molecular genetics aspect using microorganism and Drosophila melanogaster. Recommended to be taken after Foundation of Biochemistry, Basic Concepts in Genetics and Basic Concepts in Cell Biology, Laboratory in Biology
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BIO355
J
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CREDIT:3
WINTER
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Laboratory in Microbial Genetics
This lab course focuses on the investigative nature of microbiology to promote understanding of various biological systems in microbes, such as responses to environmental changes and stresses, through experiments using microbial cells, bacteriophages, DNA, and essential techniques such as asepsis. Recommended to be taken after FOUNDATION OF BIOLOGY, BASIC CONCEPTS IN GENETICS, MICROBIOLOGY and LABORATORY IN BIOLOGY.
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BIO356
E
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Laboratory in Plant Physiology
Experiments on photosynthesis, water relationships, regulatory mechanisms of plant growth and development.
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BIO357
E
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CREDIT:2
SPRING
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Laboratory in Animal Cell Biology
Students learn basic knowledge and techniques used in animal cell biology. This course is recommended to be taken after BASIC CONCEPTS IN CELL BIOLOGY, BASIC CONCEPTS IN GENETICS, ADVANCED CELL BIOLOGY and LABORATORY IN FOUNDATION OF BIOLOGY.
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BIO381
J,E
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CREDIT:2
SPRING
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Advanced Seminar in Biology I
Independent study of topics of special interest and value to the student in his/her major field. Permission of the instructor(s) is required. Language of instruction differs by section.
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BIO382
J,E
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Advanced Seminar in Biology II
Independent study of topics of special interest and value to the student in his/her major field. Permission of the instructor(s) is required. Language of instruction differs by section.
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BIO383
J,E
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CREDIT:2
WINTER
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Advanced Seminar in Biology III
Independent study of topics of special interest and value to the student in his/her major field. Permission of the instructor(s) is required. Language of instruction differs by section.
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BIO384
J,E
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CREDIT:2
SPRING
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Advanced Studies in Biology I
Students will study how biological research is conducted by reading original research papers. Language of instruction differs by section.
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BIO385
J,E
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Advanced Studies in Biology II
Students will study how biological research is conducted by reading original research papers. Language of instruction differs by section.
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CHM101
E
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CREDIT:2
WINTER
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Concepts in Chemistry
Origin and occurrence of the chemical elements, atomic structure and the periodic table. Atomic approach to the structure of materials and fundamental properties of inorganic and organic compounds.
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CHM104
J
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CREDIT:2
AUTUMN
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Introduction to Chemistry
Covers the basic concepts necessary for chemistry which is the study of matter. Knowledge of high school chemistry or advanced mathematics are not required.
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STH391
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CREDIT:3/(9)
EVERY TERM
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Senior Thesis
Senior students, under the guidance of an advisor, will select a subject related to their major and prepare a senior thesis. The final product should represent the efforts of one year of sustained and rigorous thinking, research, and writing. Required of all students in their senior year.
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