BI 101 General Biology    (NSLD)

Designed to satisfy the General Education science requirement, this course introduces the basic principles governing living organisms with emphasis on the molecular and cellular basis of life. Concepts in genetics, reproduction, development, evolution, and ecology are discussed. Not recommended to those students with credit in BI 107 or BI 111. PREREQUISITE: Eligibility for EN 101 or EN 101A. Completion of RD 099 or RD 103 or appropriate assessment test score. Assessment level: MA 091. Two hours lecture, four hours laboratory each week. 4 semester hours

BI 104 Understanding Viruses    (NSND)

Designed for non-science majors, this course provides a two-semester sequence with BI 101. This is an introduction to the foundation of modern virology from smallpox to AIDS. The approach will be both historical and experimental, emphasizing the discovery of viruses as a biological form, the role of viruses in disease, and the impact of viruses in the development of modern cell and molecular biology. Various aspects of AIDS as a viral disease will be explored. PREREQUISITE: BI 101 (or equivalent) or consent of department. Eligibility for EN 101 or EN 101A. Completion of RD 099 or RD 103 or appropriate placement. Three hours lecture/discussion each week. 3 semester hours

BI 105A Environmental Biology    (NSND)

This course is designed for non-science majors and emphasizes environmental problems facing society. Topics include ecological principles, human population dynamics, energy sources, land and soil use, air pollution, water pollution and endangered species. This course satisfies the General Education three-credit natural sciences distribution requirement. To satisfy the natural sciences lab distribution requirement, BI 105A and BI 105B must be taken concurrently. Assessment levels: EN101, MA 091, RD 110. Three hours lecture each week.    3 semester hours

BI 105B Environmental Biology Laboratory    (NSLD)

A combination of laboratory investigations and field trips is used to introduce students to the scientific method and experimental design, demonstrate basic ecological principles and familiarize students with local resources. To satisfy the natural sciences lab distribution requirement, BI 105A and BI 105B must be taken concurrently. COREQUISITE: BI 105A. Assessment levels: EN 101, MA 091, RD 110. Three hours laboratory each week. 1 semester hour

BI 105A H (lecture) and BI 105B H (laboratory)

An HONORS science course for non-science majors

Learn basic ecological principles. Discuss contemporary environmental issues such as world population, global warming, acid rain, water pollution, genetically engineered food and more. Laboratories will be a combination of laboratory experiments, computer simulations, fieldwork, short field trips (during class time), stream monitoring and a possible boat trip on the Chesapeake Bay.

BI 106 Marine Environmental Science

This course focuses on the marine environment, scientific and public concerns, the ocean and its effect on the Earth's weather, oceanic characteristics and diversity of life forms, the effect on human and cultural development, pollutants, and the potential exploitation of marine resources. (NSND)  Assessment levels: EN 101/101A, MA 100, RD 120. Three hours lecture each week.

BI 107-8 Principles of Biology    (NSLD)

These courses provide a two-semester sequence designed for natural science majors. The first-semester topics include the molecular basis of life, enzymes, photosynthesis, cell respiration, plant and animal physiology, genetics, reproduction, and development. The second semester examines the organismal basis of life, evolution, taxonomy, kingdoms of life, ecology, and behavior. PREREQUISITE for BI 107: Eligibility for EN 101 or EN 101A and eligibility for MA 100 or MA 110 or higher. Completion of RD 099 or RD 103 or appropriate assessment test score.

PREREQUISITE for BI 108: BI 107 or equivalent. Three hours lecture, 135 minutes laboratory each week. 4-4 semester hours

BI 109 Natural Science of the Chesapeake Bay    (NSND)

An introduction to the Chesapeake Bay.  A historical perspective of the estuary will be presented and contrasted with its current condition.  Students will research, discuss, and present issues influencing the Chesapeake Bay.  No lab but there is one Saturday field trip required.  PREREQUISITE:  EN 101/101A, RD 110 or appropriate assessment test score.  3 semester hours

BI 203 Microbiology

An introduction to the study of microorganisms emphasizing bacteria.

The structure, metabolic activities, genetics, and mechanisms of control of microorganisms. The relationships of microorganisms to humans, the environment, disease, and immunity. Laboratory sessions include basic techniques of culturing and identifying microorganisms as well as observations of their activities. PREREQUISITES: Four semester hours of biological science and four semester hours of chemistry or consent of department. Two hours lecture, four hours laboratory each week.  4 semester hours

BI 204 Human Anatomy and Physiology I    (NSLD)

Detailed study of the structure and function of the body; including tissues, skin, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, and sense organs. PREREQUISITE: Four hours of biological science. Two hours lecture, four hours laboratory each week.  4 semester hours

BI 205 Human Anatomy and Physiology II    (NSLD)

This course studies in detail the structure and function of the body, including digestion and metabolism, the respiratory system, the circulatory system and immunity; the excretory system and body fluids, the reproductive system, human development, and the endocrine system. PREREQUISITE: Four hours of biological science. BI 204 is strongly recommended. Two hours lecture, four hours laboratory each week. 4 semester hours

BI 206 Introduction to the Biology of Human Reproduction    (NSND)

This course introduces anatomical, hormonal, and neurological aspects of human reproductive biology.  Topics include basic male/female anatomy, reproductive endocrinology, sexual differentiation, fertilization and early fetal development, pregnancy, labor and birth, and factors influencing fertility.  Assessment levels:  EN 101/101A, MA 100, RD 120.  Three hours lecture each week.  3 semester hours

This course is offered on-line as a distance learning course.  Check the Schedule of Classes for additional information. 

BI 207 Ecology    (NSLD)

Study of the relationships of organisms to their environment, with emphasis on classic studies and on recent advances in the field. Topics include evolutionary ecology, population growth and regulation, interspecific relationships (e.g. competition, predation), behavioral ecology, community ecology, systems ecology (e.g. energy flow, biogeochemical cycles), and ecological effects of human activities. PREREQUISITE: Four hours of biological sciences or consent of department. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory each week. 4 semester hours

BI 208 Field Ecology    (NSLD)

A combination of lecture, laboratory, and field exercises will be used to study a variety of ecosystems.  The use of qualitative and quantitative field methods to investigate terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems will be emphasized.  On-campus instruction will be combined with six or more days of field trip studies.  Field studies may be conducted in the Florida Keys, the Bahamas, the Chesapeake Bay, or other sites.  Students must pay expenses associated with the field trips.  PREREQUISITE: BI 105A and 105B or BI 207, or consent of department.  Two hours lecture each week and 6 or more days of field laboratory studies.  3 semester hours

BI 213 Nutrition

A course in basic nutritional requirements and considerations of the abnormalities caused by excesses or deficiencies of these requirements. Dietary habits and needs of various age groups and conditions will be studied. PREREQUISITES: One college-level biology course and one college-level chemistry course. Three hours each week. 3 semester hours