Microevolution, speciation, macroevolution, geological record, trends, rates, extinction and biogeography. An exploration of human evolution. Laboratory activities will include cloning, PCR and protein purification. A systems perspective is used to examine normal human physiology followed by the pathophysiology of common diseases, including the incidence, etiology, manifestation and prognosis. Emphasis placed on students' ability to analyze and articulate the changes in normal physiologic function that occurs with disease as a basis for advanced practice assessment and intervention primary health care settings.
Application is stressed through use of critical thinking and case studies.
Relationships to human health and disease. An introduction to the structure and function of the major classes of viruses. Emphasis is placed on the molecular mechanisms controlling viral replications cycles, immune response to infection, epidemiology and newly emerging diseases. 480-481 Biology Seminar Cr, 1Credit Hour Readings, discussion and presentations on current scientific topics and student research. All biology majors are required to take the seminar each semester.