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ART 232 - Special Studies in Painting and Drawing Fosters technical improvement and critical thinking among intermediate and advanced painters and drawers. Studio work, individual and group critiques, and individual research. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 and ART 221 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 233 - Special Studies in Sculpture In-depth investigation of themes, trends, and/or processes specific and pertinent to contemporary sculpture. Topics vary. Substantial reading and discussions complement the studio work. Attention paid throughout the course to understanding and articulating form in space and to helping students develop personal ways of working alongside, and in response to, current issues in contemporary sculpture. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 or instructor consent. |
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ART 234 - Special Studies in Photography Focuses on topics relevant to both the contemporary and historical discourse surrounding the medium of photography and, at times, other lens-based media. Seminar style course with heavy emphasis on relating assigned readings, lectures, and discussions to students’ studio work. Prerequisite(s): Any course with an ART prefix or instructor consent. ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. Suitable for majors and highly motivated non-majors. |
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ART 240 - Studio Furniture Design I Introduces the materials, processes, and evaluation of contemporary studio craft furniture design and construction through intensive studio projects. Readings and discussions offer further consideration of historical, conceptual, and theoretical frameworks. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 241 - Sculpture I Explores the range of what sculpture might be and investigates creative approaches to perception, making, and critical analysis. Assignments expose students to both traditional and contemporary concepts, methods, and techniques particular to the medium of sculpture. Readings, discussions, and group critiques complement studio work. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 243 - Human Figure Drawing Challenges intermediate and advanced students to incorporate human figures into artwork. Stresses studio exercises, such as gesture drawings and in-depth anatomical studies, as well as individual and group critiques, and discussions with individual research. Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite for ART 243: ART 110 , ART 221 , or instructor consent. ART 110 and ART 120 , and ART 243, or instructor consent. |
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ART 251 - Painting I Introduces the basics of oil and/or acrylic painting techniques while encouraging development of compositional and conceptual language of intermediate students. Intensive studio work, individual and group critiques, and individual research. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 272 - Relief Printing Introduces intermediate level relief printing techniques such as letterpress printing, multiple color linoleum printing, and collograph. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. Suitable for majors or non-majors. |
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ART 295 - Photo I - Technique, Form & Content Introduces technical best-practices in digital photography including camera and software operation, while simultaneously developing formal and conceptual image-making strategies. Emphasizes the practice of photography as a fine art through reading and discussion covering the medium’s history. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. Suitable for majors and non-majors. |
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ART 300 - Photo II Advances development of photographic technique and practice formed in Photo I through intensive semester-long, individual projects. Applies the rigorous study of critical theory through seminar discussions to enhance conceptual understanding of the role of lens-based media in contemporary practice. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 310 - Introduction to Video Art Introduces the medium of digital video with primary focus on locating video art in contemporary fine arts contexts, as opposed to and/or in conversation with broadcast media. Discusses the medium’s history alongside the larger categories of other time and lens-based media such as film and photography, and covers concepts and theories related to these media. Basic image capture and editing techniques taught using industry standard software. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , plus ART 230 or ART 295 or ART 300 , or instructor consent. Suitable for majors and highly motivated non-majors. |
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ART 315 - Visual Journals Examines identity and memory through the visual journal, a mixed media fusion of writing and art. Intended for creative thinkers wanting a practice of self-reflection and sense of community. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 323 - Graphic Design II Intermediate graphic design course stressing creative problem solving as applied to single and multiple page layout, as well as typography and website design. Strengthens students’ graphic design portfolios while introducing Adobe, InDesign, and world wide web development software. Prerequisite(s): ART 223 , ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 332 - Special Studies in Painting and Drawing Fosters technical improvement and critical thinking among intermediate and advanced painters and drawers. Studio work, individual and group critiques, and individual research. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 and ART 221 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 333 - Special Studies in Sculpture In-depth investigation of themes, trends, and/or processes specific and pertinent to contemporary sculpture. Topics vary. Substantial reading and discussions complement the studio work. Attention paid throughout the course to understanding and articulating form in space and to helping students develop personal ways of working alongside, and in response to, current issues in contemporary sculpture. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 or instructor consent. |
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ART 334 - Special Studies in Photography Focuses on topics relevant to both the contemporary and historical discourse surrounding the medium of photography and, at times, other lens-based media. Seminar style course with heavy emphasis on relating assigned readings, lectures, and discussions to students’ studio work. Prerequisite(s): Any course with an ART prefix or instructor consent. ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. Suitable for majors and highly motivated non-majors. |
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ART 342 - Sculpture II Provides further investigation into the history of making and thinking in sculpture and raises questions pertinent to contemporary art. Explores new techniques and materials while honing familiar skills. Designed to help students become self-directed in their work. Group discussion of student projects, readings, slides, and video addressing current art practice are core to the class. Regular individual and group critiques monitor the progress of each independent project. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , and ART 241 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 343 - Human Figure Drawing Challenges intermediate and advanced students to incorporate human figures into artwork. Stresses studio exercises, such as gesture drawings and in-depth anatomical studies, as well as individual and group critiques, and discussions with individual research. Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite for ART 243 : ART 110 , ART 221 , or instructor consent. ART 110 and ART 120 , and ART 243 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 350 - Contemporary Art & Theory: Research and Process Provides students a foundational understanding of seminal critical theory texts in relation to their intersection with studio art practice in postmodern and contemporary periods covering themes including Marxist, feminist and post-colonial critique, socially-engaged art, and media theory. Methods for establishing and maintaining a rigorous and sustained research-based practice through process-informed exercises and projects complement weekly readings and lectures. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 351 - Painting II Probes problems presented in Painting I. Features studio work, individual and group critiques, and individual research. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 and ART 251 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 366F - Field Study: Making Art in Scotland Two-week field study trip to Edinburgh, Scotland, led by Rollins studio art faculty during the world renowned Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Students choose and complete two art classes offered by Edinburgh College of Art. |
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ART 380F - Art in the City with Field Study A first-hand look into the masterpieces of modern and contemporary art and artists in New York City. Students visit institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Museum of Modern Art, as well as galleries not seen anywhere else. Students produce artwork that responds to their experiences. |
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ART 391 - Screen Printing Students create portfolio based on an over-arching concept and create multi-layered images using drawing fluid, photo emulsion, autographic positives and photography. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 392 - Digital and Mixed Media Printmaking Reinforces the concept of printmaking through integration of traditional and non-traditional processes and tools. Mixed media projects develop students’ visual design skills through integration of Adobe, Photoshop, traditional intaglio techniques, and lithographic printmaking. Suggested for majors, but suitable for non-majors. Basic knowledge of Adobe, Photoshop is required. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 400 - Photo II Advances development of photographic technique and practice formed in Photo I through intensive semester-long, individual projects. Applies the rigorous study of critical theory through seminar discussions to enhance conceptual understanding of the role of lens-based media in contemporary practice. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 and ART 120 , or instructor consent. |
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ART 440 - Senior Studio Concentrated, advanced study in art concepts and mediums. Students produce a unified body of work for display during the ART 450 Senior Seminar. Required course for studio art majors in Fall of the senior year and for minors who wish to participate in the Senior Exhibition. Students must submit a portfolio for faculty review in the spring of the junior year to be admitted to this course in Fall of the senior year. |
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ART 450 - Senior Seminar Addresses career issues and helps students gain practical skills necessary for careers in the arts. Students learn discipline-specific resume writing, compose artist’s statements, create an artist’s web site, and photographically document and prepare their work for exhibition. Students take part in Senior Exhibition and gain design and curatorial experience by assisting Cornell Fine Arts Museum staff in preparing and hanging of the exhibition. Prerequisite(s): ART 440 . Required of majors in their final spring semester at Rollins and of minors who wish to participate in the Senior Exhibition. |
Asian Studies |
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ASA 300 - Cinema and Society in China Considers the society of PRC, Taiwan and Hong Kong through their portrayals in film, with attention to the political and social forces that shape these cinematic imageries. |
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ASA 400 - Senior Capstone Seminar Guides students in preparing, presenting, and writing a research paper on a topic related to Asia. Requires bibliographies, multiple drafts, and in-class oral presentation. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and HIS 163 or instructor consent. |
Australian Studies |
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AUS 235 - Australia in the Global Context Globalization provides Australia not only with the promise of greater economic growth, but also with significant challenges to its traditional markets and alliances. This course examines the various responses to the challenges that Australia might make. |
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AUS 240 - Painting the American and Australian Environment: Likeness and Difference A comparative study of American and Australian art, including Aboriginal Art. Investigates how art has evolved, examining the reasons, similarities, and the differences between the two environments. |
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AUS 255 - Australian Aboriginal Studies Presents historical overview of relations between Aborigines and Europeans in Australia and discusses contemporary social and political dimensions of Aboriginal life. Students may explore own interests in this field. |
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AUS 262 - The Australian Economic and Political Systems Studies structure and functioning of Australian economic and political systems-dynamics, interactions, and mechanisms for adjusting to change. Applies concepts to current events. |
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AUS 288 - Australian History Surveys Australia’s history from first human settlement to present with emphasis on European occupation of past two centuries. |
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AUS 300 - International Business A study of the strategies that firms use to compete globally. Topics include international competition, competitive advantage, international trade theory, international political economy, foreign direct investment, international operations, and globalization. Taught using case studies from Australia. |
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AUS 356 - Australian Literature Chronicles fiction and drama from realist writing about the Bush in 1890’s to work of Patrick White, Elizabeth Jolley, and other contemporary writers. Students may follow up special interests such as feminist writing, writing by Aborigines, and recent poetry. |
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AUS 361 - Australian Art Introduces Australia’s main schools and movements from 18th through 20th century from international art-history perspective. Supplements lectures with excursions to public and commercial galleries in Sydney and Canberra. |
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AUS 368 - The Fauna and Flora of Australia Examines unique character of Australia’s plant and animal life. Emphasizes ecological fieldwork in variety of habitats in Sydney area. |
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AUS 388 - Australia’s Physical Environment Acquaints students with climate, physiography, geology, and hydrology of coastal, estuarine, rolling uplands, and interior regions through lectures and field trips. |
Biochemistry |
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BCH 335 - Biochemistry Introduces an integrated perspective of the chemical structure and cellular functions of proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and carbohydrates. Topics include structural enzymology, molecular biology, and metabolism. Laboratory required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 and CHM 221/221L . |
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BCH 435 - Advanced Biochemistry Explores advanced experimental techniques to investigate complex biochemical problems. Topics include structural enzymology, nucleic acid biochemistry, mechanisms of transcription and translation, medicinal biochemistry, and integrated metabolism. Laboratory required. Prerequisite(s): BCH 335 . |
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BCH 440 - Senior Seminar in Biochemistry Students direct analysis and discussion of integrative biochemistry and molecular biology topics. Emphasizes readings of classical and contemporary primary scientific literature. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing. |
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BCH 498 - Independent Study: Research I and II Requires proposal of collaborative faculty/student projects, weekly seminars and progress reports. Culminates in written report and seminar on work conducted. Prerequisite(s): instructor’s consent for I and II; senior standing and BCH 498 for II. |
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BCH 499 - Independent Study: Research I and II Requires proposal of collaborative faculty/student projects, weekly seminars and progress reports. Culminates in written report and seminar on work conducted. Prerequisite(s): instructor’s consent for I and II; senior standing and BCH 498 for II. |
Biology |
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BIO 100 - Discover Biology Discussion course that introduces students to the variety of sub-disciplines in the field of biology. Readings focus on historically important discoveries in biology and current issues and controversies. Prerequisite(s): entering new and new transfer students only. |
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BIO 101 - The Biology of Cancer for Non-majors Provides an understanding of the underlying causes of cancer in addition to preventative methods and available treatments. Basic biological principles (cellular, molecular, and physiological) will be examined to provide the proper framework for understanding cancer. This course is aimed towards those with little or no previous biology experience, and is intended for non-majors. |
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BIO 102 - Medical Terminology-Language of Health Professionals Introduces the language of medicine utilized by health care professionals. Basic word structures (prefixes, suffixes, word root, combining forms), formation of medical terms, abbreviations, definitions, special endings, and plural forms are included in the content. Discusses major disease processes and pathological conditions of specific body systems. Emphasis on spelling, usage, pronunciation, and a systemic approach to learning word parts for constructing, or analyzing new medical terms. Prerequisite(s): One ENG course. |
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BIO 103 - Biology for Everyday Life Explores today’s challenges from a biological perspective. Discussions focus on issues such as cancer, nutrition and health, infectious disease and immunity, and ecological diversity. Laboratory course designed for non-science majors. |
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BIO 104 - Animal Nutrition Reviews the ways animals digest and metabolize their food to fuel a variety of physiological states. Stresses the interconnections between anatomy, ecology, and physiology. Suitable for non-majors. |
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BIO 105 - Ecological Basis of Environmental Issues Introduces students to ecological principles that form the basis for understanding environmental issues, and to scientific concepts, laboratory, and field techniques used to study and assess natural and human-induced changes in ecosystems. Lab course designed for non-science majors. |
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BIO 106 - Human Impacts on Marine Ecosystems Introduces students to marine ecosystems and the impacts of human activities on marine flora and fauna. Addresses contemporary issues of exploitation, pollution and conservation, and their ecological consequences. Lab course designed for non-science majors. |
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BIO 107 - Sustaining Biodiversity with Laboratory Investigates patterns of biodiversity across biomes, human impact on wild populations and habitats, social and political issues at the local and global level, and the search for sustainable solutions to a world of expanding human populations with finite resources. Lab course for non-majors. |
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BIO 108 - Health and Disease Introduces key scientific principles underlying health and disease. Students will also gain familiarity with skills and techniques used by scientists to answer basic questions in the biological sciences. |
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BIO 109 - Wild Florida Interdisciplinary course that educates students about Florida’s natural habitats, with an emphasis on botany, and provides students with an understanding of how humans historically interact with, and effect, these ecosystems. Suitable for non-majors. Laboratory required. |
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BIO 111 - Human Genetics Discusses the general principles underlying basic human genetics. Explores current issues such as stem cells, genetic testing, heritable diseases, and cancer biology. |
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BIO 112 - Biological Aspects of Nutrition Examines foods, nutrients, and biological processes by which humans ingest, digest, metabolize, transport, utilize, and excrete wastes. Covers current concepts in scientific nutrition and how they apply to personal health. Lab course for non-majors. |
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BIO 113 - Plants and Humanity Explores human dependence on plants through investigations of plant structure and function, development, inheritance, diversity, and environmental interactions. Weighs value and limits of scientific approaches to improving world’s food and biodiversity crises. Lab course for non-majors. |
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BIO 115 - Human Reproduction and Development Examines human reproduction, pregnancy, parturition, and lactation. Explores development from fertilization to birth. Discusses congenital abnormalities and their basis in genetics and the environment. Laboratory activities will highlight some of the methodological and conceptual approaches used to address questions arising from molecular, evolutionary, and physiological perspectives on reproduction-related phenomena. For non-majors. |
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BIO 117 - Bacteria, Viruses and Humans Introduces world of microorganisms and their impact on human life. Presents basic principles of biology while probing diversity, genetics, and ecology of microorganisms; their uses in food, agriculture, and industry; and their ability to produce disease. Lab exercises involve quantitative and qualitative analysis of bacterial nutrition and procedures for identification and control of microbes. Lab course for non-majors. |
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BIO 118 - Introduction to the Forensic Sciences Survey of the major disciplines within the forensic sciences. Focuses on the use of basic scientific principles and the scientific method in crime investigations. Designed for non-majors. |
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BIO 119 - Conservation of Florida’s Freshwater Ecosystems Introduces students to the amazing diversity of Florida’s freshwater ecosystems, while familiarizing them with the basic physical, chemical, biological, and ecological characteristics of these systems. Scientific concepts and laboratory and field techniques used to study, monitor, and conserve Florida’s freshwater ecosystems also included. Lab course for non-majors. |
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BIO 120 - General Biology I Includes cell structure and function, genetics and evolution, and diversity of organisms and ecology. Lab course intended for science majors. |
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BIO 121 - General Biology II Includes cell structure and function, genetics and evolution, and diversity of organisms and ecology. Prerequisite(s): Waived for registered minors with instructor’s permission. |
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BIO 122 - Human Biology General education combined course that is fully integrated with a laboratory for students not majoring in biology. Course includes study of human body systems with emphasis on major organ systems and process, and their links to biology concepts underlying major human evolution, genetics, reproduction, development, and diseases of man. Suitable for non-majors. |
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BIO 123 - Sex on the Brain Examines the biology of sex, gender and sexuality. The class will investigate how sex and gender are determined, how various animals approach sexual reproduction, and how the brain shapes sexual and reproductive behaviors. |
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BIO 201 - Careers in Biology Introduces students to the variety of career opportunities available to biology majors. Course topics include internship and research opportunities, graduate school, resumes, and career preparation. Students will investigate possible careers and meet professionals in a variety of biological fields. Prerequisite(s): BIO 120 . |
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BIO 203 - Biology for Teachers Prepares students to teach biology in elementary school. Incorporates principles and concepts of chemistry to demonstrate relationship to biology. Models integration of lab exercises, elementary activities, research projects, and educational technology. Lab course for education majors. |
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BIO 210 - Introduction to Marine Science Introduction to biological, physical, chemical, and geological processes in the oceans and coastal environments and their interaction. Introduces scientific concepts used to study marine ecosystems. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . For biology majors and minors. |
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BIO 211 - Marine Botany Study of marine macro and microalgae, and coastal vascular plants. Human impact and interaction with these ecosystems is also examined. Two weekend field trips are required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 223 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Surveys anatomy of major groups of vertebrate organisms. Students dissect lamprey, shark, mud puppy, and cat. Lab required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 225 - Evolution Integrates previous coursework with new scientific and philosophical material on processes and mechanisms of evolution. Capstone seminar. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 229 - Microbiology Emphasizes metabolism, genetics, reproduction, and ecology of bacteria and viruses and their relationship to infectious disease and immunology. Develops basic research and microbiological lab skills. Lab required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 230 - Local Flora Study of local flora through field trips, directed observations, and plant collections. (Students who have successfully completed BIO 330 - Field Botany and Florida Ecosystems may not receive credit for this course.) Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 or ENV 220 (only offered in Holt). |
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BIO 234 - Plant Kingdom Surveys evolution of plant and fungi kingdoms and algal protists. Covers plant anatomy, morphology, reproduction, and structure of plant communities. Fieldwork teaches use of taxonomic keys to identify plants. Lab and fieldwork required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 236 - Invertebrate Zoology Examines animal kingdom from motile protists (protozoa) through invertebrate chordates, with emphasis on evolution and organization of animal diversity. Required lab and fieldwork use as much live material as possible, especially faunal groups from Central Florida and Florida Keys. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 237 - Vertebrate Zoology Surveys vertebrate chordates from jawless lamprey through fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Stresses structural and functional characteristics, evolutionary relationships, ecology, behavior, and distribution. Required lab and fieldwork focus on Florida fish and wildlife. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 240 - The Biology of Fishes Introduces ichthyology, the scientific study of the vertebrate organisms known as fishes. Major emphasis on fish classification, identification, anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution. Laboratory focuses on identification and biology of major fish groups found in Florida waters. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 245 - Human Anatomy with Laboratory Studies major human organ systems and their functional characteristics in normal and abnormal states. Designed primarily for students preparing for the study of physical therapy, occupational therapy, other allied health professions, and those biology or other majors not planning to attend medical, dental, or graduate school. Laboratory includes study of human bones, microscopic slides of tissues, and dissection of cats and other mammalian organs. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 246 - Human Physiology Studies the function of human systems (cardiovascular, muscle, nervous, etc.) related to homeostasis. Designed primarily for students preparing for the study of physical therapy, occupational therapy, other allied health professions, and those biology or other students not planning to attend medical, dental, or graduate school. Laboratory involves physiological studies on humans and other mammals. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 270 - Plant Growth and Development Examines structural, biochemical, and molecular aspects of growth and development of angiosperms from seed germination to flowering to seed formation. Lab required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 287/387 - Tropical Field Biology Explores ecology, diversity, biography, and behavior of terrestrial and aquatic organisms of American tropics. Compares representative ecosystems of Central America (lowland and mountain rain forests, mangroves, cloud forest, paramo) and Caribbean (coral reefs, turtle grass, intertidal). Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 or ENV 220 (offered in Holt only). |
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BIO 296 - Biological Internship Pairs students with professional scientists. |
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BIO 297 - Directed Studies in Biology Tutorial on subject of student interest. May include library, lab, or fieldwork. |
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BIO 298 - Independent Study: Library Research Investigates literature on specific topic determined by student in conjunction with faculty sponsor. May be taken separately or as prelude to BIO 399 /BIO 499 for two-term research project. Students meet as group every other week to report on activities. |
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BIO 301 - The Biology of Fungal Pathogens Explores diversity, ecology, physiology, and reproduction of common animal and plant pathogens. Incorporates general aspects of fungal biology and evolution. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 302 - Cellular Neuroscience Discussion-based course intended for juniors and seniors who are interested in understanding how neurons function and contribute to cognition or disease at the cellular level. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 and CHM 121 or CHM 131 . |
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BIO 308 - Genetics Analyzes prokaryotic and eukaryotic genetics at the level of molecule, cell, organism and population. Uses quantitative approach in presentation of concepts and in genetic analysis. Lab required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 and CHM 121 or CHM 131 . |
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BIO 310 - Microbial Genetics Studies the structure, function, regulation, and evolution of genes from the perspective of prokaryotes. Genetic tools will be utilized to develop an experimental approach to the study microbes. Prerequisite(s): CHM 121 and BIO 121 . |
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BIO 311 - Plant Physiology Analyzes life processes of higher plants: water relations, mineral nutrition, cellular and long-distance transport, photosynthesis, carbon and nitrogen metabolism, and hormonal control of development. Required lab includes student-directed investigations. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 and CHM 121 or CHM 131 . |
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BIO 312 - Animal Physiology Studies animals at cellular and organismic levels: nervous, muscular, endocrine, excretory, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. Considers invertebrate and lower vertebrate physiology but stresses mammalian systems. Lab required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 and CHM 121 or CHM 131 . |
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BIO 316 - Ecology Explores processes and organization of populations, communities, and ecosystems. Required lab uses standard field methodology to analyze aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems of Central and South Florida, including the Keys and Everglades. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 or ENV 225 . |
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BIO 325 - Medicinal Botany Explores the botany, history, and conservation of major poisonous and medicinal plants, and the chemistry and mechanism of active compounds. Prerequisite(s): CHM 220/220L . |
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BIO 329 - Microbial Physiology Explores the structure of prokaryotic cells through investigations of the diverse chemistry, genetics, and metabolism of these microbes. Required laboratory includes student-designed research. Prerequisite(s): BIO 229 . |
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BIO 330 - Field Botany and Florida Ecosystems Examines taxonomy, evolution, ecology, and environmental significance of local flora through directed observations, identification, and experimental analysis. Explores Florida natural ecosystems and native species. Lab required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 or ENV 225 . |
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BIO 335 - Marine Biology with Lab Crs: 6 Examines the adaptations of marine organisms to their environment, and the ecological principles and processes that structure their associations. Laboratory required and emphasizes studies of representative field areas on the Florida coasts Prerequisite(s): BIO 210 |
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BIO 340 - Topics in Biology Focuses on specialized topic such as epidemiology, immunology, medical microbiology, nutrition, parasitology, physiological ecology, or virology, depending on faculty interest. |
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BIO 341 - Molecular Biology Describes structure of chromosomes and organization of genomes. Examines replication, repair, transcription, and translation of genetic information and methodology to study these processes. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 and CHM 220/220L . |
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BIO 342 - Biostatistics Applies principles and practices of statistics to biological problems. Covers experimental design, descriptive statistics, parametric and nonparametric testing of hypotheses, regression, correlation, and interpretation of results. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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BIO 344 - Biology Journal Club Assists students in advanced biology courses in developing the skills necessary to read, comprehend, and abstract material from primary source journals. |
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BIO 345 - Marine Mammalogy Examines the biology of marine mammals using an evolutionary approach. Topics include the ecology, physiology, behavior, exploitation, and conservation of representative species of pinnipeds, cetaceans, and sirenians. Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 . |
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