North Carolina Central University Biology Course Descriptions for Graduates and Advanced Undergraduates BIOL 4000. A study of advanced concepts of cell ultrastructure, form-function complementarity, and examination of the strategies that have evolved in cells for carrying out the processes and functions of life, with particular attention to the molecular basis of the activities and control mechanisms. An exploration of contemporary research papers about the biology of development, as well as observations and experimentation of living organisms. A study of the basic mammalian tissues and their microscopic anatomy.
Emphasis is placed on structural relationships between tissues and on the interstitial environment.
It has a common component which is entirely interdisciplinary covering instrumental methods commonly used in all three scientific areas, and an optional component covering additional instrumental methods more specifically related to each individual discipline. A study of the physiology of mammalian organ systems and their interrelationships. Emphasis is placed on membrane transport, body fluid chemistry, and hormonal control as related to organ metabolism and function. A consideration of the fundamental principles governing animal parasites with emphasis of their taxonomy, chemical composition, morphology, development life cycles, physiology and ecology. The eukaryotic microbes of industry and disease are discussed in a seminar symposium format.