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This course is an overview of the development, structure and function of the human nervous system. Topics in perception, motor control, and behavior are discussed, and the terminology and principles of neuroanatomy, neurochemistry, physiology, and molecular biology are introduced.

Genetics and evolution are the fundamental underpinnings of modern biology, and they are becoming ever more relevant to our everyday lives. This course surveys basic concepts in genetics and evolution to provide students with the conceptual tools to critically evaluate hotly debated modern issues, such as cloning, genetically engineered foods, DNA profiling of criminal suspects, and the use of information on hereditary diseases.

This course, designed for non-science majors, examines functions and interrelationships of organ systems of the human body. Cells, organs, and body systems; deviations from normal functions; the diseased state. May not be taken for credit while or after taking any part of BIOL SCI 210-A, -B, or -C.

Fundamentals of biology. Chemical composition and organization of living material, cellular organization, energy conversion by organisms, genetics and reproduction, ecology, evolution, and other topics. Student-designed project work.

The first of a three-course sequence that is completed by BIOL SCI 210-B in the winter and BIOL SCI 210-C in the spring. Mendelian and population genetics, evolutionary biology, vertebrate phylogeny. Prerequisites: one year of general chemistry with laboratory (CHEM 101; 102; 103) and one college biology course (BIOL SCI 165 or 170). Includes a weekly Saturday laboratory from 2 to 5 p.m. A $244 lab fee is due at registration.

The second in a three-course sequence that is completed by BIOL SCI 210-C in the spring.The biochemistry component of the course covers the structure and function of proteins and lipids; the generation, storage, and use of energy; and the tools of protein technology. The molecular biology component of the course introduces molecular biology and the tools of recombinant DNA technology, considers the flow of information in the cell, and examines the expression of genetic information. The final lectures consider how the tools of molecular biology are currently applied to address important economic and societal issues. Includes a weekly Saturday laboratory from 2 to 5 p.m. Prerequisite: grades of C- or higher in both BIOL SCI 210-A and CHEM 210-A. A $244 lab fee is due at registration.

Continuation of BIOL SCI 210-A, B. The cell biology component of the course discusses and investigates the basic mechanisms that cells use to compartmentalize, transport proteins, move, regulate growth and death, and communicate with their environment. The physiology portion of the course covers cellular and systems aspects of neural, motor, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, and renal function. Includes a weekly Saturday laboratory from 2 to 5 p.m. Prerequisites: grades of C- or higher in both BIOL SCI 210-B and CHEM 210-A. A $244 lab fee is due at registration.

Major areas and principles of biochemical processes at the molecular level; structure, metabolism, energetics, and control mechanisms. Prerequisites: BIOL SCI 210-A, -B, -C and CHEM 210-A. Enrollment limited to SCS students. Other NU students admitted with permission of instructor.

Introduction to human anatomy. System approach to anatomical organization. Sections of the body; musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Embryology development. Lecture course supplemented by selected prosections of human cadavers and dry exercises using bones, models, and computer animations. Prerequisite: BIOL SCI 165, 170, or equivalent course.

Relationship of shape, structural dynamics, and function to the cellular state and gene expression; cell-to-cell communication. Prerequisite: BIOL SCI 210-C or 301.

The structural, functional, and evolutionary anatomy of humans. The musculoskeletal system of the postcranium; human morphology from functional, developmental, and evolutionary perspectives. The structure and function of muscles, bones, and joints in the human body as illustrations of more general principles of anatomical systems. Class lectures are supplemented by selected prosections of human cadavers, in-class lab sessions examining bones and models, and computer animations and exercises. Prerequisite: BIOL SCI 313, equivalent anatomy course, or permission of instructor. Class is limited to 15 students.

This human physiology course begins with an overview of the cell structure and function and the guiding principles that govern all physiological processes to maintain homeostasis/allostasis. The course emphasizes an integrated approach to the study of four major systems of the human body: nervous, endocrine, muscular, and cardiovascular. Lectures include basic anatomical descriptions, followed by a discussion of the structure and function of the organs in each system. Brief discussions on how disease states deviate from the normal anatomy and physiology as well as related research discoveries and therapies are included for each body system. Prerequisite: BIOL SCI 210-C or equivalent.

A continuation of Human Physiology I, this course begins with an overview of enzyme-mediated reactions and cellular metabolic pathways. It emphasizes an integrated approach to the study of four major systems of the human body: respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive. Lectures include basic anatomical descriptions followed by a discussion of the structure and function of the organs in each system. Brief discussions on how disease states deviate from the normal anatomy and physiology are also included for each physiological system. Prerequisite: BIOL SCI 335-A.

Nature of host resistance; characteristics of antigens and antibodies; basis of immune response; hypersensitivity. Prerequisite: BIOL SCI 210-A, -B, -C.