Subject: Actuarial Science (ACSC)

CRN: 41012

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

  Kyle Falconbury

This course introduces students to the subjects of insurance--theory and practice--and corporate risk management. In addressing these subjects, students will receive exposure to risk theory, insurance pricing, contract analysis, insurance company operations, reinsurance, regulation and the concepts and principles of business risk management. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

4 Credits

Subject: Actuarial Science (ACSC)

CRN: 41013

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

  Seul ki Kang

A survey of topics in the mathematical analysis of financial transactions which involve payments made over time. Specific areas of concentration will include the time value of money, the analysis of annuities, amortization and sinking funds, and the pricing and rates of return on investments. Both continuous time and discrete time problems will be considered. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite: a grade of C- or above in MATH 114

4 Credits

Subject: Actuarial Science (ACSC)

CRN: 41014

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Requirements Met:
     [Core] Signature Work

  Mike Axtell

This course serves as, partly, a Capstone course for the Actuarial Science major and one of the tracks in the Risk Management & Insurance Certificate, but also presents some flexibility for focusing on timely and relevant topics in the field. As such, there is an expectation that some topics will change over time to reflect current issues of importance. Nevertheless, the general thematic structure of this course is to examine risk management and insurance ‘in action.’ On the risk management side of the course this will mean examining risk management program operations and will entail some case study activity. Such topics could include problems in managing work-related injury; managing risks in global firms; and alternative risk financing. On the insurance side of the course, the intention is to consider insurance industry challenges and problems. Such topics could include the effects of climate change on the insurance contract; insuring driverless vehicles; and an examination of the reinsurance sector. Prerequisites: ACSC 220 or FINC 2XX (crosslisted course equiv. to ACSC 220) and either ACSC 264 and STAT 313 or FINC 301, FINC 302, and FINC 303

2 Credits

Subject: Actuarial Science (ACSC)

CRN: 41015

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

  Junsen Tang

The course covers the theory and applications of contingency mathematics in the area of life and health insurance, annuities and pensions from both the probabilistic and deterministic approaches. Topics will include: survival distributions, actuarial notation, life insurance and life annuities, net premiums and reserves. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite: a grade of C- or above in ACSC 264 and STAT 313

4 Credits

Subject: Biochemistry (BCHM)

CRN: 41059

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

  Justin Donato

BCHM301 is taken the first semester of the junior year.  It is a two-credit course graded on the usual letter grade scale.  The course is an in-depth investigation of selected current topics in biochemistry designed to develop critical scientific reading, writing, and presentation skills while exploring the primary literature.  The subject matter will vary from year to year.  The class will meet for one and a half hours once per week with evaluation based upon in-class discussion and quality of written and oral assignments.  Required of all biochemistry majors.  Prerequisites: CHEM 202, completion or current enrollment in BIOL 209

2 Credits

Subject: Biochemistry (BCHM)

CRN: 41060

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

  Amy Verhoeven

BCHM301 is taken the first semester of the junior year.  It is a two-credit course graded on the usual letter grade scale.  The course is an in-depth investigation of selected current topics in biochemistry designed to develop critical scientific reading, writing, and presentation skills while exploring the primary literature.  The subject matter will vary from year to year.  The class will meet for one and a half hours once per week with evaluation based upon in-class discussion and quality of written and oral assignments.  Required of all biochemistry majors.  Prerequisites: CHEM 202, completion or current enrollment in BIOL 209

2 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41061

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

Emphasizing biology as a creative, investigative process and its relevance in today's world, this course provides an overview of cell biology, genetics, physiology, and human impact on the environment. Two laboratory hours per week. Not open to biology majors, pre-professional students, or students who have completed BIOL 105 or BIOL 106.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41062

Online: Asynchronous | Lab

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

Emphasizing biology as a creative, investigative process and its relevance in today's world, this course provides an overview of cell biology, genetics, physiology, and human impact on the environment. Two laboratory hours per week. Not open to biology majors, pre-professional students, or students who have completed BIOL 105 or BIOL 106.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41063

Online: Asynchronous | Lab

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

Emphasizing biology as a creative, investigative process and its relevance in today's world, this course provides an overview of cell biology, genetics, physiology, and human impact on the environment. Two laboratory hours per week. Not open to biology majors, pre-professional students, or students who have completed BIOL 105 or BIOL 106.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41064

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Kurt Illig

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41065

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

Instructor: TBD

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41068

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

Instructor: TBD

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41069

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

Instructor: TBD

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41070

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 404

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Dayius Turvold Celotta

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41071

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 404

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Dayius Turvold Celotta

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41072

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 404

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

Instructor: TBD

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41073

Online: Asynchronous | Lab

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Kurt Illig

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41074

Online: Asynchronous | Lab

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Kurt Illig

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41075

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 404

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

Instructor: TBD

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41076

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 404

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Dayius Turvold Celotta

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41077

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 404

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

Instructor: TBD

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41078

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 404

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

Instructor: TBD

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41079

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 404

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course

Instructor: TBD

An introduction to cells, genetics, development and the human body, and the impact of humans on the environment. Laboratories will emphasize investigative scientific problem solving and creative thinking. Three laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 106.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41080

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     Sci, Med, Soc (SMDS) Minor
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     WGSS Major Approved
     WGSS Minor Approved

Instructor: TBD

This course addresses issues of biology from the perspective of women. The focus of the course will be to learn basic principles of biology in areas such as anatomy, physiology, genetics, cell biology, and microbiology in the context of issues relevant to women and women's health. Two laboratory hours per week. Not open to Biology majors or students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 105.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41081

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 404

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     Sci, Med, Soc (SMDS) Minor
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     WGSS Major Approved
     WGSS Minor Approved

Instructor: TBD

This course addresses issues of biology from the perspective of women. The focus of the course will be to learn basic principles of biology in areas such as anatomy, physiology, genetics, cell biology, and microbiology in the context of issues relevant to women and women's health. Two laboratory hours per week. Not open to Biology majors or students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 105.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41082

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 404

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     Sci, Med, Soc (SMDS) Minor
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     WGSS Major Approved
     WGSS Minor Approved

Instructor: TBD

This course addresses issues of biology from the perspective of women. The focus of the course will be to learn basic principles of biology in areas such as anatomy, physiology, genetics, cell biology, and microbiology in the context of issues relevant to women and women's health. Two laboratory hours per week. Not open to Biology majors or students who have completed BIOL 101 or BIOL 105.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41083

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Haude Levesque

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41084

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Sarah Heimovics

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41085

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Haude Levesque

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41087

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Leah Domine

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41088

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41089

Online: Sync Distributed | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Adam Kay

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41090

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 264

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Leah Domine

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41091

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 264

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41092

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 264

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41093

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 264

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Sarah Heimovics

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41094

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 264

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41095

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 264

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41096

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 264

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Leah Domine

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41097

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 264

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41098

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 264

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41099

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 264

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Sarah Heimovics

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41100

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 264

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41101

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 264

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

This course lays a foundation on which to build both concepts and skills in biology. We explore genetics, evolution, and ecology, demonstrating within each of these disciplines the importance of diversity in supporting life. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, selection theory and the process of evolution, speciation, and population, community, and global ecology. Emphasis on applications of these topics to current issues related to human health and sustainability. Laboratory work (3 hours per week) consists of authentic research projects that require creating hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and making new contributions to science.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41102

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Kerri Carlson

The purpose of this course is to introduce the structure and function of cells, and how structure and function drives organismal physiology and diversity. By the end of this course, through lecture and laboratory exercises, students should have an understanding of the basic components of cells, how cells and organisms transfer genetic information to future generations, how communication is integral to cellular and organismal function, and how cells and organisms generate and process energy to drive physiological functions. In addition, students will continue to improve skills for scientific inquiry through activities designed to increase familiarity with the scientific literature and science terminology, improve skills to design and critically analyze experiments, foster ability to work with a scientific team, and provide opportunities to improve scientific writing. Any one topic covered in this course has enough material for a course of its own. However, this course will give basic overview of a series of selected topics that are meant to introduce students to the vast field of cellular and organismal biology and the use of biological science in life. Prerequisite: c- or above in BIOL 207 or a C- in any BIOL 100 level course.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41103

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Instructor: TBD

The purpose of this course is to introduce the structure and function of cells, and how structure and function drives organismal physiology and diversity. By the end of this course, through lecture and laboratory exercises, students should have an understanding of the basic components of cells, how cells and organisms transfer genetic information to future generations, how communication is integral to cellular and organismal function, and how cells and organisms generate and process energy to drive physiological functions. In addition, students will continue to improve skills for scientific inquiry through activities designed to increase familiarity with the scientific literature and science terminology, improve skills to design and critically analyze experiments, foster ability to work with a scientific team, and provide opportunities to improve scientific writing. Any one topic covered in this course has enough material for a course of its own. However, this course will give basic overview of a series of selected topics that are meant to introduce students to the vast field of cellular and organismal biology and the use of biological science in life. Prerequisite: c- or above in BIOL 207 or a C- in any BIOL 100 level course.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41104

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 378

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Anthony Lewno

The purpose of this course is to introduce the structure and function of cells, and how structure and function drives organismal physiology and diversity. By the end of this course, through lecture and laboratory exercises, students should have an understanding of the basic components of cells, how cells and organisms transfer genetic information to future generations, how communication is integral to cellular and organismal function, and how cells and organisms generate and process energy to drive physiological functions. In addition, students will continue to improve skills for scientific inquiry through activities designed to increase familiarity with the scientific literature and science terminology, improve skills to design and critically analyze experiments, foster ability to work with a scientific team, and provide opportunities to improve scientific writing. Any one topic covered in this course has enough material for a course of its own. However, this course will give basic overview of a series of selected topics that are meant to introduce students to the vast field of cellular and organismal biology and the use of biological science in life. Prerequisite: c- or above in BIOL 207 or a C- in any BIOL 100 level course.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41105

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 378

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Joanna Klein

The purpose of this course is to introduce the structure and function of cells, and how structure and function drives organismal physiology and diversity. By the end of this course, through lecture and laboratory exercises, students should have an understanding of the basic components of cells, how cells and organisms transfer genetic information to future generations, how communication is integral to cellular and organismal function, and how cells and organisms generate and process energy to drive physiological functions. In addition, students will continue to improve skills for scientific inquiry through activities designed to increase familiarity with the scientific literature and science terminology, improve skills to design and critically analyze experiments, foster ability to work with a scientific team, and provide opportunities to improve scientific writing. Any one topic covered in this course has enough material for a course of its own. However, this course will give basic overview of a series of selected topics that are meant to introduce students to the vast field of cellular and organismal biology and the use of biological science in life. Prerequisite: c- or above in BIOL 207 or a C- in any BIOL 100 level course.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41106

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 378

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Joanna Klein

The purpose of this course is to introduce the structure and function of cells, and how structure and function drives organismal physiology and diversity. By the end of this course, through lecture and laboratory exercises, students should have an understanding of the basic components of cells, how cells and organisms transfer genetic information to future generations, how communication is integral to cellular and organismal function, and how cells and organisms generate and process energy to drive physiological functions. In addition, students will continue to improve skills for scientific inquiry through activities designed to increase familiarity with the scientific literature and science terminology, improve skills to design and critically analyze experiments, foster ability to work with a scientific team, and provide opportunities to improve scientific writing. Any one topic covered in this course has enough material for a course of its own. However, this course will give basic overview of a series of selected topics that are meant to introduce students to the vast field of cellular and organismal biology and the use of biological science in life. Prerequisite: c- or above in BIOL 207 or a C- in any BIOL 100 level course.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41107

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 378

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

  Anthony Lewno

The purpose of this course is to introduce the structure and function of cells, and how structure and function drives organismal physiology and diversity. By the end of this course, through lecture and laboratory exercises, students should have an understanding of the basic components of cells, how cells and organisms transfer genetic information to future generations, how communication is integral to cellular and organismal function, and how cells and organisms generate and process energy to drive physiological functions. In addition, students will continue to improve skills for scientific inquiry through activities designed to increase familiarity with the scientific literature and science terminology, improve skills to design and critically analyze experiments, foster ability to work with a scientific team, and provide opportunities to improve scientific writing. Any one topic covered in this course has enough material for a course of its own. However, this course will give basic overview of a series of selected topics that are meant to introduce students to the vast field of cellular and organismal biology and the use of biological science in life. Prerequisite: c- or above in BIOL 207 or a C- in any BIOL 100 level course.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41109

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     Environmental Sci. Major Appr
     Sustainability (SUST)

Instructor: TBD

Influences of humans on the global environment have reached unprecedented levels, increasing the need for society to strive to live in a sustainable manner. Many issues facing the environment have a biological basis. Thus, an understanding of basic biology is necessary to understand and address many environmental issues. This course will cover the fundamental biology involved with five environmental issues at the global scale: climate change, excessive nutrient loading into ecosystems, agricultural production, chemical contaminants, and loss of biodiversity. Specific biological principles to be covered include energy and nutrient mass balance by organisms and ecosystems, homeostasis and organismal physiology, and population dynamics and conservation biology. Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 207 or BIOL 208 or any 100 level GEOL or CHEM 112 or CHEM 115 or permission of the instructor.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41110

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     Environmental Sci. Major Appr
     Sustainability (SUST)

  Kyle Zimmer

Influences of humans on the global environment have reached unprecedented levels, increasing the need for society to strive to live in a sustainable manner. Many issues facing the environment have a biological basis. Thus, an understanding of basic biology is necessary to understand and address many environmental issues. This course will cover the fundamental biology involved with five environmental issues at the global scale: climate change, excessive nutrient loading into ecosystems, agricultural production, chemical contaminants, and loss of biodiversity. Specific biological principles to be covered include energy and nutrient mass balance by organisms and ecosystems, homeostasis and organismal physiology, and population dynamics and conservation biology. Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 207 or BIOL 208 or any 100 level GEOL or CHEM 112 or CHEM 115 or permission of the instructor.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41111

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     Environmental Sci. Major Appr
     Sustainability (SUST)

Instructor: TBD

Influences of humans on the global environment have reached unprecedented levels, increasing the need for society to strive to live in a sustainable manner. Many issues facing the environment have a biological basis. Thus, an understanding of basic biology is necessary to understand and address many environmental issues. This course will cover the fundamental biology involved with five environmental issues at the global scale: climate change, excessive nutrient loading into ecosystems, agricultural production, chemical contaminants, and loss of biodiversity. Specific biological principles to be covered include energy and nutrient mass balance by organisms and ecosystems, homeostasis and organismal physiology, and population dynamics and conservation biology. Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 207 or BIOL 208 or any 100 level GEOL or CHEM 112 or CHEM 115 or permission of the instructor.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41112

Online: Sync Distributed | Lecture

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     Environmental Sci. Major Appr
     Sustainability (SUST)

Instructor: TBD

Influences of humans on the global environment have reached unprecedented levels, increasing the need for society to strive to live in a sustainable manner. Many issues facing the environment have a biological basis. Thus, an understanding of basic biology is necessary to understand and address many environmental issues. This course will cover the fundamental biology involved with five environmental issues at the global scale: climate change, excessive nutrient loading into ecosystems, agricultural production, chemical contaminants, and loss of biodiversity. Specific biological principles to be covered include energy and nutrient mass balance by organisms and ecosystems, homeostasis and organismal physiology, and population dynamics and conservation biology. Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 207 or BIOL 208 or any 100 level GEOL or CHEM 112 or CHEM 115 or permission of the instructor.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41113

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Online

Core Requirements Met:
     [Core] Natural Science

Other Requirements Met:
     Environmental Sci. Major Appr
     Sustainability (SUST)

Instructor: TBD

Influences of humans on the global environment have reached unprecedented levels, increasing the need for society to strive to live in a sustainable manner. Many issues facing the environment have a biological basis. Thus, an understanding of basic biology is necessary to understand and address many environmental issues. This course will cover the fundamental biology involved with five environmental issues at the global scale: climate change, excessive nutrient loading into ecosystems, agricultural production, chemical contaminants, and loss of biodiversity. Specific biological principles to be covered include energy and nutrient mass balance by organisms and ecosystems, homeostasis and organismal physiology, and population dynamics and conservation biology. Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 207 or BIOL 208 or any 100 level GEOL or CHEM 112 or CHEM 115 or permission of the instructor.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41115

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

  Amy Verhoeven

Principles of Biochemistry examines the chemistry underlying biological phenomena and emphasizes the importance of biochemistry in fields ranging from agriculture to medicine. Major topics include the structure and function of biological molecules; the critical role of enzymes; the generation, storage and regulation of metabolic energy. Prerequisites: CHEM 201, AND a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209. For all life science majors besides biochemistry, students may not take CHEM440 in addition to this course and receive BIOL credit for CHEM440. For biochemistry majors, this course does not fulfill a BIOL3XX requirement.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41116

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

  Amy Verhoeven

Principles of Biochemistry examines the chemistry underlying biological phenomena and emphasizes the importance of biochemistry in fields ranging from agriculture to medicine. Major topics include the structure and function of biological molecules; the critical role of enzymes; the generation, storage and regulation of metabolic energy. Prerequisites: CHEM 201, AND a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209. For all life science majors besides biochemistry, students may not take CHEM440 in addition to this course and receive BIOL credit for CHEM440. For biochemistry majors, this course does not fulfill a BIOL3XX requirement.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41117

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Brooke Vetter

This course includes an examination of the functional morphology of the vertebrate skeletal, muscular, nervous, and sensory systems. Emphasis will be placed upon the evolution, development and function of these systems as well as the control and integration of all organ systems in vertebrates. This course may be taken as part of a two-semester sequence with BIOL 350 but may also be taken alone. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 207, BIOL 208 and a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41118

Online: Asynchronous | Lecture

Online

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

Instructor: TBD

This course includes an examination of the functional morphology of the vertebrate skeletal, muscular, nervous, and sensory systems. Emphasis will be placed upon the evolution, development and function of these systems as well as the control and integration of all organ systems in vertebrates. This course may be taken as part of a two-semester sequence with BIOL 350 but may also be taken alone. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 207, BIOL 208 and a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41127

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Carolyn Zeiner

The in-depth study of microorganismal biology is directed at gaining an understanding of the mechanisms that underlie the functions of bacteria. The importance of microorganisms as they relate to human disease, industry and the environment will be explored through lectures, readings from the literature and discussions. Laboratory includes an independent research project done in collaboration with the professor and peers. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 207, AND BIOL 208, AND a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209, AND either: CHEM 111 AND CHEM 112, OR CHEM 115 

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41128

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Joanna Klein

The in-depth study of microorganismal biology is directed at gaining an understanding of the mechanisms that underlie the functions of bacteria. The importance of microorganisms as they relate to human disease, industry and the environment will be explored through lectures, readings from the literature and discussions. Laboratory includes an independent research project done in collaboration with the professor and peers. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 207, AND BIOL 208, AND a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209, AND either: CHEM 111 AND CHEM 112, OR CHEM 115 

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41129

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 263

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Carolyn Zeiner

The in-depth study of microorganismal biology is directed at gaining an understanding of the mechanisms that underlie the functions of bacteria. The importance of microorganisms as they relate to human disease, industry and the environment will be explored through lectures, readings from the literature and discussions. Laboratory includes an independent research project done in collaboration with the professor and peers. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 207, AND BIOL 208, AND a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209, AND either: CHEM 111 AND CHEM 112, OR CHEM 115 

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41130

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 263

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Carolyn Zeiner

The in-depth study of microorganismal biology is directed at gaining an understanding of the mechanisms that underlie the functions of bacteria. The importance of microorganisms as they relate to human disease, industry and the environment will be explored through lectures, readings from the literature and discussions. Laboratory includes an independent research project done in collaboration with the professor and peers. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 207, AND BIOL 208, AND a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209, AND either: CHEM 111 AND CHEM 112, OR CHEM 115 

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41131

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 263

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Joanna Klein

The in-depth study of microorganismal biology is directed at gaining an understanding of the mechanisms that underlie the functions of bacteria. The importance of microorganisms as they relate to human disease, industry and the environment will be explored through lectures, readings from the literature and discussions. Laboratory includes an independent research project done in collaboration with the professor and peers. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 207, AND BIOL 208, AND a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209, AND either: CHEM 111 AND CHEM 112, OR CHEM 115 

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41132

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 263

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Joanna Klein

The in-depth study of microorganismal biology is directed at gaining an understanding of the mechanisms that underlie the functions of bacteria. The importance of microorganisms as they relate to human disease, industry and the environment will be explored through lectures, readings from the literature and discussions. Laboratory includes an independent research project done in collaboration with the professor and peers. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 207, AND BIOL 208, AND a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209, AND either: CHEM 111 AND CHEM 112, OR CHEM 115 

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41133

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

  Haude Levesque

This course provides an introduction to the microscopic anatomy of cells, tissues, and major organs that constitute the mammalian organism. The animal body is composed of a vast diversity of cell types, which are in turn organized into tissues and organs that carry out the complex functions of life. Microscopic anatomy is the study of the cellular architecture of tissues and provides deep insights into the workings of the body. Emphasis is placed on structural-functional correlates at both the light and electron microscopic levels. Students also will explore alterations in normal histology through disease or injury to provide an understanding of the etiology of various disease states. Prerequisite: minimum grade of C- in BIOL208. Credit will not be given for both this course and BIOL 353 Microscopic Anatomy.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41134

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Kerri Carlson

This course focuses on a detailed consideration of specific topics in transmission, molecular, and population genetics. Eukaryotic and prokaryotic systems are discussed and genetic reasoning and analysis will be emphasized. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C- in BIOL 207 or BIOL 101 or 105 or BIOL 110, AND BIOL 208, or a permission of the instructor. Students who get credit for this course will not be able to get credit for BIOL 368 and vice versa.   

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41135

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 417

Online

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Kerri Carlson

This course focuses on a detailed consideration of specific topics in transmission, molecular, and population genetics. Eukaryotic and prokaryotic systems are discussed and genetic reasoning and analysis will be emphasized. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C- in BIOL 207 or BIOL 101 or 105 or BIOL 110, AND BIOL 208, or a permission of the instructor. Students who get credit for this course will not be able to get credit for BIOL 368 and vice versa.   

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41137

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 417

Online

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Kerri Carlson

This course focuses on a detailed consideration of specific topics in transmission, molecular, and population genetics. Eukaryotic and prokaryotic systems are discussed and genetic reasoning and analysis will be emphasized. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C- in BIOL 207 or BIOL 101 or 105 or BIOL 110, AND BIOL 208, or a permission of the instructor. Students who get credit for this course will not be able to get credit for BIOL 368 and vice versa.   

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41139

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

  Colin Martin

This course will examine the molecular, cellular, and organismal aspects of the human immune system. The goal is to arrive at a clear, memorable understanding of how the immune system protects us from disease, and what can go wrong when it is either overly active or not active enough. The format will consist of less traditional lecturing and more active learning, supported by the instructor. Classroom periods will involve collaborative and creative work by and among students to collectively improve everyone’s learning and understanding. A significant amount of independent work outside the classroom is also required. This course does not include a laboratory component.  Prerequisite: BIOL101 or BIOL102 or BIOL105 or BIOL207, BIOL208 and a minimum grade of C- in BIOL209. Credit will not be given for both this course and BIOL 363 Immunology.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41140

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 389

  Colin Martin

This course will examine the molecular, cellular, and organismal aspects of the human immune system. The goal is to arrive at a clear, memorable understanding of how the immune system protects us from disease, and what can go wrong when it is either overly active or not active enough. The format will consist of less traditional lecturing and more active learning, supported by the instructor. Classroom periods will involve collaborative and creative work by and among students to collectively improve everyone’s learning and understanding. A significant amount of independent work outside the classroom is also required. This course does not include a laboratory component.  Prerequisite: BIOL101 or BIOL102 or BIOL105 or BIOL207, BIOL208 and a minimum grade of C- in BIOL209. Credit will not be given for both this course and BIOL 363 Immunology.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41141

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

Instructor: TBD

An advanced investigation of topics in cell structure and the regulation of cellular activities, including signal transduction, protein transport, cell-cycle regulation, and cellular movement, emphasizing molecular mechanisms, current concepts and their experimental basis. Includes significant use of the primary literature. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 208, and a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209. Credit will not be given for both this course and BIOL 372.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41142

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 389

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

Instructor: TBD

An advanced investigation of topics in cell structure and the regulation of cellular activities, including signal transduction, protein transport, cell-cycle regulation, and cellular movement, emphasizing molecular mechanisms, current concepts and their experimental basis. Includes significant use of the primary literature. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 208, and a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209. Credit will not be given for both this course and BIOL 372.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41143

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 389

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

Instructor: TBD

An advanced investigation of topics in cell structure and the regulation of cellular activities, including signal transduction, protein transport, cell-cycle regulation, and cellular movement, emphasizing molecular mechanisms, current concepts and their experimental basis. Includes significant use of the primary literature. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 208, and a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209. Credit will not be given for both this course and BIOL 372.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41144

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

  Jerry Husak

This course is intended to give an overall introduction to the major endocrine systems of vertebrates and their involvement in the control of physiological functions. Major principles involved in signaling by hormones, the integration of hormonal mechanisms to maintain homeostasis, and clinical aspects of endocrine systems will be covered. Emphasis will be placed on mammalian endocrinology, highlighting normal and pathological conditions in humans to understand the complexity of control of physiological functions by chemical signals such as hormones. Prerequisite: BIOL101 or BIOL102 or BIOL105 or BIOL207, BIOL208 and a minimum grade of C- in BIOL209. Credit will not be given for both this course and BIOL 375.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41146

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective

Instructor: TBD

Our food system is under extreme duress; urbanization, agricultural intensification, and climate change are contributing to an increasingly vulnerable food system. BIOL 4xx - Sustainable Food Systems will help students summarize existing information about our current food system, identify key research gaps, and assess its scalability and sustainability from a biological perspective. The lab (4 hrs per week) will provide students with a variety of independent opportunities to contribute to a more sustainable food system. Prerequisites: At least two BIOL 3xx electives.  Alternative prerequisites may be accepted with the permission of the instructor.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41145

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 379

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective

Instructor: TBD

Our food system is under extreme duress; urbanization, agricultural intensification, and climate change are contributing to an increasingly vulnerable food system. BIOL 4xx - Sustainable Food Systems will help students summarize existing information about our current food system, identify key research gaps, and assess its scalability and sustainability from a biological perspective. The lab (4 hrs per week) will provide students with a variety of independent opportunities to contribute to a more sustainable food system. Prerequisites: At least two BIOL 3xx electives.  Alternative prerequisites may be accepted with the permission of the instructor.

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41148

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective

Instructor: TBD

Cancer Biology focuses on the molecular and cellular events that contribute to cancer.  Topics include oncogenes and tumor suppressors, apoptosis, cancer stem cells, angiogenesis, and tumor metastasis.  The laboratory will focus on independent research utilizing cellular and molecular techniques widely used in cancer research.  Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: At least one of the following: BIOL 340 (Principles of Biochemistry), BIOL 349 and 350 (Comparative Anatomy and Physiology), BIOL 354 (Neurobiology), BIOL 356 (Microbiology), BIOL 360 (Genetics), BIOL 363 (Immunology), BIOL 371 (Cell Biology); or permission from instructor

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41147

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective

Instructor: TBD

Cancer Biology focuses on the molecular and cellular events that contribute to cancer.  Topics include oncogenes and tumor suppressors, apoptosis, cancer stem cells, angiogenesis, and tumor metastasis.  The laboratory will focus on independent research utilizing cellular and molecular techniques widely used in cancer research.  Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: At least one of the following: BIOL 340 (Principles of Biochemistry), BIOL 349 and 350 (Comparative Anatomy and Physiology), BIOL 354 (Neurobiology), BIOL 356 (Microbiology), BIOL 360 (Genetics), BIOL 363 (Immunology), BIOL 371 (Cell Biology); or permission from instructor

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41150

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Kenichi Okamoto

Bioinformatics is an emerging field in the sciences that arises from interactions between biology, biochemistry, and computational science. The goal of bioinformatics is to find ways to sort, compare, and decode nucleotide and protein sequences to identify underlying similarities and patterns that are biologically relevant. This knowledge of bioinformatics along with the advent of genome sequencing has changed how scientists investigate problems. Instead of looking at how one gene or protein is affected by a particular problem, we now look at how the entire genome (genomics) or the entire organism (proteomics) responds. This course will introduce you to the tools that are available for these types of analyses and how the information gained from these tools is used to generate hypotheses in all areas of biological science. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: Any two 300-level biology course (one of which can be CHEM 440).

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41149

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: In Person

Online

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Kenichi Okamoto

Bioinformatics is an emerging field in the sciences that arises from interactions between biology, biochemistry, and computational science. The goal of bioinformatics is to find ways to sort, compare, and decode nucleotide and protein sequences to identify underlying similarities and patterns that are biologically relevant. This knowledge of bioinformatics along with the advent of genome sequencing has changed how scientists investigate problems. Instead of looking at how one gene or protein is affected by a particular problem, we now look at how the entire genome (genomics) or the entire organism (proteomics) responds. This course will introduce you to the tools that are available for these types of analyses and how the information gained from these tools is used to generate hypotheses in all areas of biological science. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: Any two 300-level biology course (one of which can be CHEM 440).

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41152

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Kenichi Okamoto

This course is an advanced exploration of the major concepts in modern evolutionary biology, including adaptation and natural selection, evolutionary genetics and microevolution, macroevolution, and molecular evolution. Applications of evolutionary thinking to such topics as medicine, aging, life history patterns, and behavior will be major foci. Four laboratory/recitation hours per week. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209; any 300-level BIOL course

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41151

Blended Online & In-Person | Lab

St Paul: In Person

Online

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Kenichi Okamoto

This course is an advanced exploration of the major concepts in modern evolutionary biology, including adaptation and natural selection, evolutionary genetics and microevolution, macroevolution, and molecular evolution. Applications of evolutionary thinking to such topics as medicine, aging, life history patterns, and behavior will be major foci. Four laboratory/recitation hours per week. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C- in BIOL 209; any 300-level BIOL course

0 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41153

Online: Some Synchronous | Lecture

Online

Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     [Core] Signature Work

  Jennifer Illig

Investigation of selected problems in biology at an advanced level, involving student presentations based on the primary literature. The subject will vary and will be announced in the annual Class Schedule. Prerequisite: Upper-class standing and 80 completed credits.

2 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41155

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: In Person

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course

  Lingling Zhang

Investigation of selected problems in biology at an advanced level, involving student presentations based on the primary literature. The subject will vary and will be announced in the annual Class Schedule.. These courses may, with approval of the department chair, be used to fulfill the 400-level requirement for the major. Prerequisite: Upper-class standing

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41154

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 404

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course