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 First-Year Biology CoursesWith first-year Biology courses, we hope that you will understand biological interactions that occur from the sub-cellular to the ecosystem level of organization; gain an understanding of a selection of contemporary topics in biology; and gain an appreciation of biology as a way of understanding the world around us. Specific 1000-level Biology courses are required for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing or the Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science and are only open to students who are enrolled in those programs. See complete listings below. MATH 1100Y or 1101Y, MATH 1050Y or MATH 1005H and MATH 1550H are strongly recommended for fulfilling the University requirement of 1.0 credit in Mathematics in the B.Sc. program in Biology. The following 1000-level courses are also recommended for students planning to major in Biology: CHEM 1000H and 1010H; ERSC 1000Y, GEOG 1040H, MATH 1350H, and PHYS 1001H and 1002H. The First-Year Courses BIOL 1020H – Current issues in biology I BIOL 1020H – Current issues in biology IAn examination of the biological principles underlying questions concerning biodiversity and evolution. The course will begin with a discussion of biodiversity and the implications of its loss. This will be followed by consideration of the evolution of life on earth, exploring the underlying processes of natural selection and ecological interactions. PREREQUISITES Students without 4U Biology or equivalent should contact the departmental office for advice before Early Registration. We highly recommend U-level (or the equivalent from other provinces/countries). If you do not have this, or if it’s been several years since you took high school biology, contact the Biology department for admission on a case-by-case basis. COURSE FORMAT First-year Biology typically consists of two hours of lectures per week and a 3-hour lab every other week. The lab sections are quite small, with ample opportunity for one-on-one interaction with the professor or teaching assistants. Lectures are held in Wenjack Theatre (OC W101.2). Students are scheduled into lab sections according to their timetables. The lab manuals are available for purchase at the first lab. COURSE TEXT Campbell, Neil A. and others, 2008. Biology 8th ed. TOPICS Biodiversity: The increasing rate of extinction of species on earth caused by humans has led to serious concerns regarding the future of biodiversity on our planet. In this section of the course we examine what biodiversity means, how it is measured and why we should be concerned about its loss. Evolutionary Biology: Biodiversity is the product of evolution. In this part of the course, we will explore the major events of evolution, and how the process of natural selection can explain the differences we see among and within species. As well, understanding the past events in the history of the planet may help us predict more successfully what lies ahead. BIOL 1030H – Current issues in biology IIAn examination of the biological principles underlying questions of biomedical interest. The course will consider topics such as reproductive technology, development and evolution, and the cellular basis of disease. Prerequisite: 4U Biology or equivalent (or permission of the department) PREREQUISITES Students without 4U Biology or equivalent should contact the departmental office for advice before Early Registration. We highly recommend U-level (or the equivalent from other provinces/countries). If you do not have this, or if it’s been several years since you took high school biology, contact the Biology department for admission on a case-by-case basis. COURSE FORMAT First-year Biology typically consists of two hours of lectures per week and a 3-hour lab every other week. The lab sections are quite small, with ample opportunity for one-on-one interaction with the professor or teaching assistants. Lectures are held in Wenjack Theatre (OC W101.2). Students are scheduled into lab sections according to their timetables. The lab manuals are available for purchase at the first lab. COURSE TEXT Campbell, Neil A. and others, 2008. Biology 8th ed. TOPICS Cellular Basis of Health and Disease: From conception to death, the health of an organism is highly dependent on what goes on in the cells it is composed of. This section will explore how disruptions in cell function can lead to disease, disability or death. In the process we will also investigate normal cell functions, such as adhesion, gene expression, growth, division, and differentiation. Topics include reproduction, genetic diseases, cloning, stem cells, cancer, senescence and aging. Molecular Basis of Evolution and Development: In this section of the course we will explore issues related to the field of evolution and development (evo-devo). Evo-devo compares the developmental processes of different animals and plants to determine the underlying genetic mechanisms of development and to understand how changing these pathways results in the evolution of new structures. BIOL 1050H – Human anatomyThis course is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of the structure of the human body using a system approach. The human body will be examined on both a microscopic and macroscopic level in order to gain an appreciation of its complexity. Interactive lab sessions, examining slide specimens of tissues, models of organs and other body parts as well as displays and posters will help students consolidate information learned throughout the lecture series. Throughout the course, a special emphasis will be placed on applications to nursing and forensic sciences. Prerequisite: 4U Biology and Chemistry TOPICS Cytology COURSE TEXTS Saladin, K.S. (2008). Human Anatomy (2nd ed.). Toronto, ON. McGraw-Hill. BIOL 1051H – Human physiology*Registration is for BScN and Forensic Students only. This course is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of the physiology of the major organ systems of the human body. Students will be required to understand the concept of homeostasis and learn about the mechanisms that are used by each of the major organ systems to maintain a constant internal environment in the normal healthy individual (despite internal disturbances and external environmental challenges). Interactive lab sessions with experiments, which students will volunteer to participate in, will help students consolidate the information learned throughout the lecture series. Special emphasis will be placed on applications to nursing and forensic sciences. Prerequisite: 4U Biology and Chemistry TOPICS Neural physiology COURSE TEXTS Fox, S. I. (2009). Human Physiology – 11th Edition. McGraw Hill, Toronto, ON. BIOL – PHYS 1060H – Physics for the life sciencesThe application of basic physical concepts to biological systems. Topics include forces and motion, energy and metabolism, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics. Physics for the Life Sciences is designed to provide students in Biology and Biochemistry with knowledge of the role physics plays in biological processes, and the development of quantitative skills. The skills delivered by this course are particularly important for students considering careers in research fields where quantitative modeling is common. BIOL – CHEM 1550H – Introductory life sciences*Open only to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program* An overview of introductory principles in human nutrition, microbiology and pharmacology, including introductory drug calculations. The course will focus on personal health and wellness, as well as provide an introduction to the most basic elements of these topics as they relate to nursing practice. For More InformationCourse notes, assignments, and other details are available to students enrolled in Biology courses via myTrent >> learning system. For more information regarding these course offerings or if you have any other questions, please contact the Biology department. |
