Also covered are laboratory techniques and applications to biotechnology and genetic engineering. BIO 351 Population Biology. A study of elementary population genetics, ecology, and evolution. This course covers the models and biological applications of these disciplines. Papers in several scientific journals are discussed in order to apply the theoretical models and statistical tests.
Classes are devoted to lecture, problem solving, and discussion.
Proficiency in algebra is required. BIO 360 Cellular Biology. An inquiry into the nature of the cell as the functional unit of life. This course integrates cell physiology with cell structure. The laboratory introduces methods in cell biology.