Biology

Biology (BIO) Course Schedules

The complete description of the Department of Biology is found in the College of Science & Technology.

Descriptions of courses approved for the University Program appear in italic type.

BIO 100 Introduction to Field Biology at Beaver Island 3(1-4)
An introduction to methods of field study and analysis with an emphasis on the basic relationships between organisms and their environment. At Beaver Island only. Also open to regular or concurrent enrollment by high school juniors and seniors upon admission to CMU or eligible for admission at date of application.

BIO 101 General Biology 3(2-2)
Principles of life; its origin, development, and organization. Fundamental makeup, metabolism, heredity and ecology of basic life components. Satisfies University Program Group II laboratory requirement. Credit cannot be earned in both BIO 101 and 105. (Group II-A)

BIO 105 Introductory Quantitative Biology 3(2-2)
Basic theories of biology including the characteristics of life, physiological mechanisms of organisms, patterns of heredity, and ecological interactions. Quantitative aspects of these topics. Satisfies University Program Group II laboratory requirement. Credit cannot be earned in both BIO 101 and 105. (Group II-B)

BIO 151 Human Biology 3(3-0)
An introduction to human biology including the cell, genetics, sexuality, structure, and function of the skeleto-muscular, digestive, circulatory, excretory, and nervous systems. No previous background in science required. This course may not be used to satisfy the requirements for a Biology major or minor. (Group II-A)

BIO 197 Special Topics in Biology 1-6(Spec)
Prerequisite: See class schedule.

BIO 203 General Botany 3(2-3)
Fundamental structure and physiology of plants. Prerequisite: BIO 101 or 105.

BIO 208 Microbiology 3(2-3)
The biology of microorganisms: viruses, bacteria, actinomycetes, fungi, algae, and protozoa. Prerequisite: BIO 101 or 105.

BIO 218 General Zoology 3(2-3)
A general survey of the animal kingdom with emphasis on phylogeny, taxonomy, structure, physiology, and ecology of type examples of the major phyla. Prerequisite: BIO 101 or 105.

BIO 223 Applied Botany 3(2-2)
Plant culture and propagation, with emphasis on indoor species.

BIO 229 Nature Study 3(2-3)
Identification of local flora and fauna and their relationships to the environment. Materials important for teachers, and for outdoor and recreational directors.

BIO 240 Conservation of Natural Resources 3(3-0)
Ecological approach to the characteristics, problems, and uses of soil, water, forests, wildlife, and other natural resources, with special emphasis on Michigan. (Group II-A)

BIO 297 Special Topics in Biology 1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites: See Class Schedule.

BIO 302 Mid-tier Experience for Secondary Biology Teachers 2(1-2)
Provides biology majors on a secondary teaching program an opportunity to have a classroom experience. Prerequisites: BIO 101,105, 203, 208, 218; a GPA of 2.7 in biology classes.

BIO 305 Entomology 3(2-3)
Structure, function, natural history, and control of insects. Identification to family level. Insect collection required.

BIO 306 Natural History of Vertebrates 3(2-3)
Collection, identification, museum specimen preparation, and life-history studies of vertebrates through field and laboratory experiences.

BIO 310 Ornithology 3(2-3)
An introduction to avian biology emphasizing evolution, systematics, and the annual cycle. Identification, song, and general ecology are studied through field trips and laboratory work.

BIO 312 Life Manipulations 3(3-0)
Current technology and the ethical implications of issues such as contraception, artificial insemination, in vitro fertilization, cloning, genetic engineering, abortion, and euthanasia. Prerequisite: Completion of Group II requirements of the University Program.

BIO 315 Human Genetics 3(3-0)
Inheritance in man, including genetic mechanisms, human populations, medical syndromes, eugenics, and genetic counseling. Does not count toward biology major.

BIO 322 Bacteriology 4(2-4)
The biology of bacteria with an emphasis on the relationship of bacteria to man and the environment. Laboratory techniques will be strongly stressed. Prerequisite: BIO 208 or permission of instructor.

BlO 324 Cell Biology 3(3-0)
Cell structure, nature and function of cellular organs, the plasma membrane, cell cycle, cell aging. Prerequisite: 12 hours of biology; CHM 120, 127, and 342 (may be taken concurrently); OR CHM 131 and 132; OR CHM 161 and 211.

BlO 325 Biotechnology 3(2-3)
Laboratory experience in the theory and practice of techniques used in basic cell and molecular biology research and their applications in biotechnology. Prerequisites: BIO 208, and BIO 324 or BIO 326; one of the following CHM sequences: CHM 120, 127 and 342 (may be taken concurrently); OR CHM 131 and 132; OR CHM 161 and 211.

BIO 326 Genetics 4(3-3)
The principles of heredity dealing with the location, transmission, structure and function of genes and the results of modern genetic techniques. Prerequisite: Nine hours of biology.

BIO 329 General Plant Morphology 3(2-3)
A survey of the plant kingdom with emphasis on comparative morphology and evolution of major plant divisions.

BIO 334 Soil Science 3(2-2)
An introduction to the physical, chemical, and biotic properties of soils; soil classification and mapping; and soil resource issues. Identical to ESC 334. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. Prerequisites: Six (6) hours of environmental science; CHM 120 or CHM 131.

BIO 337 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy 4(3-3)
An anatomical survey to illustrate the major morphological characteristics of and changes that have occurred within the phylum chordata with an emphasis on the vertebrates. Ontogenetic and evolutionary trends are developed within the framework of functional morphology and adaptation. Prerequisites: BIO 218.

BIO 338 Human Ecology 3(3-0)
The relationship of humans to their environment and the influence of their activities on the environment.

BIO 340 Ecology 3(2-3)
Interaction among plants, animals, man, and the environment. Prerequisite: Completion of University Program Group II (Natural Sciences) and a minimum of 45 hours of University credit.

BIO 351 Biological Science for Elementary Teachers 3(Spec)
Development of teaching methods and laboratory skills necessary for teaching of grades K-8. Prerequisite: BIO 101 or 105.

BIO 361 Water Conservation 1(Spec)
Man's use and misuse of water and our future needs of this resource are reviewed. Management strategies and rehabilitation techniques for this resource are discussed. Two week duration only. Prerequisite: BIO 240.

BIO 362 Forest Conservation 1(Spec)
A practical follow-up to BIO 240 concentrating on the tools and techniques used in forest measurement, harvest, and conservation. Two week duration only. Prerequisite: BIO 240.

BIO 363 Fisheries Conservation 1(Spec)
A practical follow-up to BIO 240 emphasizing the tools and general techniques used in management to best conserve our fisheries resources. Two week duration only. Prerequisite: BIO 240.

BIO 364 Wildlife Conservation 1(Spec)
A practical follow-up to BIO 240 dealing specifically with the wildlife resource. Two week duration only. Prerequisite: BIO 240.

BIO 365 Environmental Contaminants 3(3-0)
Survey of pesticide characteristics and residue problems, hazardous wastes, ground and surface water contaminants, air pollution and acid rain, and other environmental pollution concerns. Prerequisites: CHM 132 (CHM 342 and BIO 240 recommended), or permission of instructor.

BIO 366 Freshwater Biology 3(2-3)
An introduction to the ecology of freshwater systems with an emphasis on the natural history, identification, and collection of freshwater organisms. Prerequisite: 6 hours of biology.

BIO 391 Plant Physiology 4(3-3)
The physical and chemical basis of plant structure and function. Prerequisite: CHM 120,127, and 342 (may be taken concurrently); OR CHM 131 and 132; OR CHM 161 and 211; or equivalent.

BIO 392 Mammalian Physiology 4(3-3)
The functioning of the mammalian body and its component parts. Prerequisite: CHM 120,127, and 342 (may be taken concurrently); OR CHM 131 and 132; OR CHM 161 and 211; or equivalent.

BIO 397 Special Topics in Biology 1-9(Spec)
Prerequisites: See Class Schedule.

BIO 403 Undergraduate Research 3-4(Spec)
Open to seniors and selected juniors, majoring in biology, who have completed 20 hours with a B average. Philosophy, techniques, and methods of research. See instructor by the middle of the semester prior to enrollment to design the project and sign the contact. Registration requires approval of department chairperson.

BIO 440 Wildlife Ecology 2(2-0)
An in-depth treatment of the life history and ecology of Michigan's most important game birds and mammals. Field trips are required. Prerequisite: BIO 340.

BIO 487 Neuroscience Seminar 1-2(Spec)
Analysis of current research in specified areas of neuroscience; critiquing and discussing primary literature and the students' current research relating to specific topics. Students will repeat this course for a maximum of 2 credits. Identical to PSY 487. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. Prerequisites: Signed Neuroscience Major and prior or concurrent neuroscience research experience through BIO 403 or PSY 496 335,335 (or equivalent).

BIO 495 Undergraduate Internship in Biology 1-4(Spec)
An in-depth work experience in the student's area of interest performed under a trained professional in the selected area of biology for 6 to 24 weeks. Prerequisites: The student must have junior standing with a minimum of a 3.0 grade point average in biology and completed at least 20 credit hours before being eligible for the internship program. Students not meeting these requirements may petition for a waiver through their advisor and the department chair.

BIO 497 Special Topics in Biology 1-9(Spec)
Prerequisites: See Class Schedule.

BIO 500 Biological Statistics 3(2-2)
An introduction to biological statistics; emphasis on concepts of descriptive statistics and central tendency, inferential statistics. ONE-WAY ANOVA and correlation/linear regression. Prerequisites: Twelve (12) hours of biology or permission of instructor; math competency equivalent to MTH 130 recommended.

BIO 501 Evolution 3(3-0)
Mechanisms of descent with modification are discussed in a framework of microevolution, speciation, and macroevolution. Prerequisites: 9 hours of biology; BIO 326.

BIO 502 Teaching Biology 3(2-3)
Materials, methods, and problems suitable for use in the secondary school; required training course for prospective teachers of biology. Prerequisites: Completion of 22 hours of biology; a GPA of 2.7 in biology classes.

BIO 508 Modern Concepts in Biological Science for Elementary Teachers 3(3-0)
For teachers of grades K-8. Emphasis on biological concepts taught in elementary and middle school; development of a series of laboratory activities as a class project.

BIO 509 Ichthyology 4(2-4)
Anatomy, taxonomy, physiology, natural history, and ecology of fishes with laboratory emphasis on fishes of the Great Lakes region. Prerequisites: BIO 218 or equivalent.

BIO 510 Fisheries Biology 4(3-2)
Analysis of fish populations, management of fisheries resources, and other problems related to freshwater fisheries. Prerequisites: BIO 509.

BIO 511 Aquatic Insects 3(1-4)
Natural history and systematics of freshwater insects. Prerequisite: One year of biology including introductory entomology.

BIO 512 Embryology 3(2-3)
Vertebrate embryology for the biology major and preprofessional student. Embryology of the frog, chick, pig, and man.

BIO 513 Plant Taxonomy 3(2-3)
Plant taxonomy with attention to plants of the Mount Pleasant area. Prerequisite: Six hours of botany.

BIO 516 Computers In the Biological Sciences 3(2-3)
Application of field data to procedures of programming and application of data to model structures whenever possible. Elementary mathematics required. Prerequisite: Working knowledge of a language such as BASIC, FORTRAN, PL-1, PASCAL.

BIO 518 Animal Behavior 3(2-3)
Behavior in invertebrate and vertebrate organisms related to genetics, morphology, and the ecology of animal populations. Prerequisite: One year of biology.

BIO 523 Fresh Water Algae 4(2-4)
Taxonomy, morphology, and ecology including analysis and collection methods.

BIO 524 Molecular Biology 4(3-3)
Molecular basis of genetics and gene expression primarily in prokaryotes and techniques of recombinant DNA technology. Laboratory includes nucleic acid purification and recombinant DNA procedures. Prerequisites: BIO 208, 326;CHM 346, 522 (may be concurrent); or permission of instructor.

BIO 525 Plant Ecology 4(2-4)
A study of plants emphasizing physical and biotic interrelationships, and factors which govern their distribution. Field work stressed. Prerequisites: BIO 340; a plant identification course highly recommended.

BIO 526 Limnology 3(3-0)
Factors contributing to the biological productivity of fresh water habitats and the relationship of different factors that influence biological productivity in lakes and streams. Prerequisites: BIO 340; one year of college chemistry recommended; or permission of instructor.

BIO 527 Limnological Methods 3(0-6)
Qualitative and quantitative measurements of the chemical-physical-biological factors fundamental to a study of limnology.

BIO 531 Aquatic Vascular Plants 3(2-3)
Classification, ecology, and importance of aquatic vascular plants and their role in fisheries problems, wildlife management, and limnology.

BIO 534 Endocrinology 3(2-3)
A study of the ductless glands and their secretions and their influence on the body. Prerequisite: BIO 392.

BIO 535 Aquaculture 3(2-2)
Development, importance, techniques, and problems in the culture of aquatic organisms, mainly fish.

BIO 536 Histology 3(2-3)
Study of the principal tissues of vertebrates.

BIO 537 Immunology 4(3-3)
A description of the biological and biochemical mechanisms of the immune response. Emphasis will be placed on antibody structure, antigen-antibody interaction, immunobiology, and serology. A knowledge of aseptic techniques is strongly recommended. Prerequisites: BIO 326; CHM 521.

BIO 538 Anatomical Preparations 2(1-3)
Practical techniques involved in the preparation of dry skeletal material, limb-muscle units, differential staining, air-dried viscera, latex injection, plastic embedding and freeze drying of vertebrate specimens. Prerequisites: BIO 101 or 105; BIO 218 or 337; or permission of instructor.

BIO 541 Wildlife Biology and Management 4(2-4)
Presents the basic ecological principles and the varied techniques utilized in managing the wildlife resource. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

BIO 543 Medical Parasitology 3(2-3)
The study of the protozoan, helminth, and arthropod parasites of man. Designed for paramedical and laboratory technology students. Prerequisite: BIO 208 or 218.

BIO 544 Developmental Biology 4(3-3)
Cellular and molecular mechanisms of embryonic development, emphasizing animals. Prerequisites: BIO 324 or 326; CHM 132 or 161.

BIO 549 Herpetology 3(2-3)
Survey of extant amphibians and reptiles from standpoint of morphology, behavior, physiology, evolution, and ecology. Local collecting field trips required. Prerequisites: Six hours of biology.

BIO 550 Transmission Electron Microscope Technique 4(1-6)
Biological specimen preparation and examination. Photographic aspects of electron micrograph production.

BIO 552 Scanning Electron Microscope Technique 4(1-6)
Operation of an SEM including methods of specimen preparation and taking of electron micrographs.

BIO 554 Advanced Electron Microscopy 3(1-4)
Routine maintenance, alignment and optimization of a TEM and an SEM for high resolution micrography. Prerequisites: BIO 550, 552.

BIO 556 Biological EDS Analysis 3(1-4)
Techniques for elemental analysis of biological specimens using an SEM with an energy dispersive spectrometer (EDS). Includes specimen preparation and operation of an EDS system. Prerequisite: BIO 552

BIO 557 Dendrology 3(2-3)
Identification and other characteristics of Michigan evergreen and deciduous woody plants, both native and cultivated. Prerequisite: BIO 203.

BIO 558 Natural Resources Management 2(Spec)
Fish and wildlife research and management, forest management, river degradation, wetland values, and resource interpretation. Much of the course will consist of field trips with resource specialists from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

BIO 559 Field Botany 3(2-3)
The collection, identification, and preparation of herbarium specimens from the local flora. Prerequisites: BIO 203.

BIO 560 Avian Ecology 3(2-3)
Relationships among behavior, community organization and ecology of birds are examined through investigative field work. Prerequisites: BIO 340; BIO 310 recommended.

BIO 561 Wetland Ecology 3(2-3)
Wetland systems classification and characterization in North America; includes ecological evaluation of wetland soil, water, plants, plant communities, animals, animal communities, values, destruction, conservation, management. Prerequisite: BIO 340 or permission of instructor.

BIO 563 Biological Microtechnique 2(1-3)
Theoretical and practical information concerning the compound microscope and making of microscope slides. Theory and application of microphotography. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of biology.

BIO 573 Forest Ecology and Management 3(2-3)
Physical and biological factors affecting the growth, distribution, and development of trees and forests. Outdoor laboratories stress techniques for forest measurement, manipulation, harvest, and regeneration. Prerequisites: BIO 340,557, or permission of instructor.

BIO 576 Animal Cell Culture 4(1-6)
Practical aspects of animal cell culture, involving media preparation, aseptic manipulation of cell culture, cell maintenance, and cell storage. Prerequisites: BIO 392.

BIO 577 Hematology 3(2-3)
Current concepts of hematopoiesis, including red cell count and white cell count and white cell morphogenesis, physiology and pathophysiology. The laboratory will cover the clinical techniques and procedures commonly used in hematologic evaluation. Prerequisite: BIO 392.

BIO 580 Medical Microbiology 4(2-4)
Focuses on relationships between humans and pathogenic microbes. Covers major groups of medically important microorganisms, pathological consequences of infection, diagnostic procedures, and clinical case problem-solving. Prerequisites: BIO 208, 392 (or equivalent), or permission of instructor.

BIO 590 Cardiovascular Physiology 3(3-0)
Basic principles of normal mammalian cardiovascular physiology. Prerequisites: BIO 392 or equivalent.

BIO 591 Neurophysiology 3(3-0)
Study of the basic principles responsible for nervous system function. Includes discussion on the structure, electrophysiology, and biochemistry responsible for neural activity and senses. Prerequisites: BIO 392 or equivalent.

BIO 592 Environmental Physiology 3(3-0)
A survey of the adaptive physiological mechanisms whereby animals survive the challenge of their environment. Prerequisite: BIO 392.

BIO 594 Advances In Natural Resources Conservation 2(2-0)
An intensive field or library study after which data are presented orally to the class and in the form of a paper. Prerequisite: BIO 240 or 338.

BIO 597 Special Topics In Biology 1-9(Spec)
Prerequisite: See Class Schedule.

For 600 and 700 level course descriptions consult the current Graduate Bulletin.

BIO 600 Biological Research Design and Analysis 3(3-0)

BIO 610 Biology Colloquium 1-9(Spec)

BIO 619 Continuing Registration for Final Research Project 1(1-0)

BIO 620 Biology Practicum 1-9(Spec)

BIO 626 Topics In Genetics 1-3(Spec)

BIO 629 Topics in Eukaryotic Molecular Genetics 1-4(Spec)

BIO 630 Art of Scientific Communication 2(2-2)

BIO 635 Toxicology 3(3-0)

BIO 636 Topics in Botany 1-3(Spec)

BIO 637 Topics in Immunology 1-3(Spec)

BIO 640 Quantitative Ecology 3(3-0)

BIO 648 Field Methods In Ethology 3(2-3)

BIO 650 Population Ecology 3(3-0)

BIO 651 Topics in Ethology 1-3(Spec)

BIO 652 Behavioral Ecology 3(2-3)

BIO 653 Stream Ecology 3(2-3)

BIO 654 Pesticides 3(3-0)

BIO 656 Fish Ecology 2(2-0)

BIO 657 Fisheries Management 2(2-0)

BIO 658 Zooplankton Biology 3 (2-3)

BIO 680 Conservation Biology 3(3-0)

BIO 692 Topics in Physiology 1-4(Spec)

BIO 695 Graduate Internship in Biology 1-6(Spec)

BIO 730 Seminar 1(1-0)

BIO 790 Research in Biology 2-4(Spec)

BIO 798 Thesis 1-6(Spec)

Credit Limitation. Courses in the Department that are subject to graduate credit limitation under the policy covering unspecified content or variable credit are BIO 594, 597, 610, 620.

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