(BIO) Biology
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BIO 100 - Introductory Biology (3 credits)
Corequisite: MAT 037 (or MAT 037A and 037B) or proficiency in basic algebra
Selected fundamental principles of biology for students who have not had high school biology or who need a review before taking other courses in biology, horticulture and the life sciences. Topics include scientific inquiry, chemistry of living organisms, techniques of observation, data gathering and analysis. [Does not fulfill any requirements for the Biology A.S. degree.] 3 lecture hours
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BIO 101 - General Biology I (4 credits)
Prerequisites: high school biology or BIO 100; high school chemistry or CHE 100
Corequisites: ENG 101, MAT 135 or equivalent
Fundamental concepts, theoretical principles, and practical applications of modern biology with emphasis on chemical biology, cell biology, and plant biology. Laboratory exercises stress the development of skills in basic lab techniques, reinforce lecture topics, and introduce supplemental topics. Experiments involve careful observations, measurements, data collection and analysis. 3 lecture/3 laboratory hours
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BIO 102 - General Biology II (4 credits)
Prerequisite: BIO 101 with a minimum C grade
Fundamental concepts, theoretical principles, and practical applications of modern biology with emphasis on animal form and function, genetics, and ecology. Laboratory exercises stress the development of skills in basic lab techniques, reinforce lecture topics, and introduce supplemental topics. Experiments involve careful observations, measurements, data collection and analysis. 3 lecture/3 laboratory hours
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BIO 103 - Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits)
Corequisite: ENG 101
Systematic approach to the structure and function of the human body; general terminology and organization; cells and tissues; integumentary, muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems. Lab involves microscopy, the study of human anatomy via computer software and preserved specimens, and studies of physiological processes. [Does not fulfill any requirements for the Biology A.S. degree.] 3 lecture/3 laboratory hours
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BIO 104 - Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits)
Prerequisite: BIO 103 with a minimum C grade or permission of coordinator
Continuation of BIO 103, covering digestive, circulatory, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and endocrine systems. Lab includes cat dissection, human anatomy study via computer software, and quantitative studies of physiological processes. [Does not fulfill any requirements for the Biology A.S. degree.] 3 lecture/3 laboratory hours
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BIO 106 - Human Anatomy (4 credits)
Prerequisite: proficiency in basic algebra
Introduction to the human body with emphasis on terminology and body organization from the cellular level to organs systems. Topics include histology and skeletal, muscular, nervous, integumentary, digestive, respiratory, urinary, reproductive, circulatory and endocrine systems. (Designed for programs requiring a one-semester human anatomy course; does not satisfy requirements in biology or health programs.) 3 lecture/2 laboratory hours
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BIO 113 - Biological Science Concepts (3 credits)
Prerequisite: proficiency in basic algebra
Survey of fundamental concepts, principles, and phenomena in biology. Provides a solid scientific basis on which opinions relating to issues in biology can be developed. Topics include diversity of life, cell biology, inheritance, biotechnology, and body processes. Lab exercises employ the scientific method and reinforce lecture concepts. Designed for the non-science major or as a foundational course. 2 lecture/2 laboratory hours
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BIO 114 - Environmental Science Concepts (3 credits)
Prerequisite: ENG 024 or equivalent proficiency
Survey of fundamental concepts of environmental science focusing on the environment and aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Topics include the biological and chemical principles that relate to current environmental issues, conservation of plants and animals, energy flow as well as nutrient cycling, basic ecological and technological concerns and advances, and scientific analysis and solutions to environmental problems. 3 lecture hours
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BIO 115 - Microbiological Science Concepts (3 credits)
Based on the Unseen Life on Earth series developed in conjunction with the American Society of Microbiology. Topics include microbial cell biology, biotechnological uses of microbes, and microbial evolution and ecosystems. Also explores the control of microorganisms and relationships between microbes and higher organisms. [Meets science and technology general education requirement.] 3 lecture hours
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BIO 201 - Microbiology (4 credits)
Prerequisite: BIO 101 or BIO 103 with a minimum C grade or permission of coordinator
Explores morphology, taxonomy, and metabolism of microbes with emphasis on fungi, protozoa, helminths, viruses and bacteria. Covers the role of microbes in nature, including biotechnology applications and medical importance; human defense mechanisms; and immunology. The lab develops techniques, reinforces certain lecture content, and introduces new material. 3 lecture/3 laboratory hours
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BIO 202 - Woody Plants (4 credits)
Prerequisites: BIO 101, OHT 101 or permission of course coordinator
Designed for ornamental horticulture, plant science, and biology majors. The lab consists of field studies stressing sight identification of both native and ornamental species. Covers the use of keys, as time permits. [Fall offering] 3 lecture/3 laboratory hours
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BIO 203 - Entomology (4 credits)
Prerequisite: BIO 101 or BIO 102 or permission of course coordinator
Intensive survey of the orders of insects, covering comparative anatomy, life cycles, physiology and economic importance. Includes management, preservation and identification methods. [Fall offering] 3 lecture/3 laboratory hours
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BIO 204 - Ecology (4 credits)
Prerequisite: BIO 101 with a minimum C grade
Fundamental concepts, theoretical principles, and practical applications of modern ecology with emphasis on the study of the interactions of organisms with each other and with their environment. Laboratory classes involve the New Jersey Pinelands, a wastewater treatment facility, botanical gardens, municipal ecological facilities, a wildflower preserve, and marshlands in the region. 3 lecture/3 laboratory hours
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BIO 208 - Genetics (4 credits)
Prerequisite: BIO 102 with a minimum C grade or consent of instructor
Explores gene activity at the molecular and organismal levels. Topics include inheritance, chromosome structure and function, gene mapping, genomics, prokaryotic and eukaryotic gene expression, molecular biology, and population genetics. Includes lab exercises in biotechnology, bioinformatics, and classical genetics. 3 lecture/3 laboratory hours
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BIO 215 - Principles of Microbiology (3 credits)
Prerequisites: CHE 100 and BIO 103, BIO 104 or BIO 106
Designed for funeral education students, an introduction to the morphology, taxonomy, physiology, and control of microbes. Emphasizes those microbes which cause disease in humans and presents elements of organic chemistry and biochemistry. 3 lecture hours
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BIO 293 - Honors Research in Biology I (2 credits)
Prerequisites: BIO 102 and CHE 102, minimum 3.0 GPA in biology and chemistry courses, and faculty approval
Under the guidance of an area sponsor in an industrial or academic environment, students participate in a biology research project. Requires a written and oral presentation to students and faculty. [Fulfills a technical elective requirement in the Biology and Chemistry programs.] 6 laboratory hours per week
BIO 294 - Honors Research in Biology II (2 credits)
Prerequisite: BIO 293
Continuation of BIO 303 for students who are participating in a second semester of research at a cooperating academic or industrial laboratory. Requires a written report and oral presentation to students and faculty. [Fulfills a technical elective requirement in the Biology and Chemistry programs.] 6 laboratory hours per week
BIO 295 - Honors Research in Biology III (2 credits)
Prerequisite: BIO 294
Continuation of BIO 304 for students who are participating in a third semester of research at a cooperating academic or industrial laboratory. Requires a written report and oral presentation at the conclusion of the project period. [Fulfills a technical elective requirement in the Biology and Chemistry programs.] 6 laboratory hours per week
BIO 296 - Honors Research in Biology IV (2 credits)
Prerequisite: BIO 295
Continuation of BIO 305 for students who are participating in a fourth semester of research at a cooperating academic or industrial laboratory. Requires a written report and oral presentation at the conclusion of the project period. [Fulfills a technical elective requirement in the Biology and Chemistry programs.] 6 laboratory hours per week
