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BIOL 2000H – Methods of Biological Inquiry
Syllabus
Syllabus - Summer 2011
This course provides experience in asking and answering questions in biology, exploring the power of the scientific method and the importance of critical analysis. Examples will involve a wide diversity of organisms and approaches, involving the use of a variety of statistical tools. Prerequisite: BIOL 1020H (102H) or 1030H (103H).
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BIOL – FRSC 2050H – Introduction to Genetics
Syllabus - face to face course Syllabus- Summer 2011 Web Syllabus - online course
This course will develop a basic understanding of genetics. Mendelian inheritance, chromosome structure, genetic recombination, mutation, the structure of DNA, the nature of genes and current topics in genetics will be investigated using examples from plants, animals, insects, bacteria, fungi and viruses. Prerequisite: BIOL 1030H (103H) and one of BIOL 1020H (102H) or 1050H or 105. Excludes BIOL 205H. |
BIOL 2070H – Cell Biology Syllabus
An introduction to cell structure and function, including the organization, physiology, architecture and interactions of cells. Cellular mechanisms of differentiation, development, cancer and the immune response will be explored. Prerequisite: BIOL 1030H (103H). Recommended: Either CHEM 1000H and 1010H or 100. Excludes BIOL 207H.
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BIOL 2100H – Biology of Invertebrates Syllabus
An introduction to the diversity of invertebrate animals emphasizing their evolutionary relationships and functional, behavioural and ecological aspects of their biology. Prerequisite: BIOL 1020H (102H) or 1030H (103H). Excludes BIOL 210H and 315H
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BIOL 2110H – Vertebrate Zoology
Syllabus- Summer 2011
Syllabus
The evolution, ecology, life history, structural and functional morphology of the vertebrates. Prerequisite: BIOL 1020H (102H) and 1030H (103H). Required dissections. Excludes BIOL 211H.
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BIOL – ERSC 2260H – Introductory Ecology
Syllabus - Peterborough Campus Syllabus - Oshawa Campus
Syllabus - Summer 2011
An examination of the interactions between organisms and their environment at the individual, population and community level. The course will cover basic concepts, theories and methods used in ecology and the application of these to ecological and environmental problems. Prerequisite: BIOL 1020H (102H). Excludes BIOL – ERSC 216H, 217H and 226H.
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BIOL 2290H – Plants in Society Syllabus
An examination of the importance of plants in society. Topics include an in-depth look at the role of plants in human population growth, biotechnology, food safety, medicines and commercial products. Prerequisite: BIOL 1020H (102H). Excludes BIOL 229H and 329H.
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BIOL – CHEM 2550H – Advanced Life Sciences Syllabus
A detailed examination of selected principles in human nutrition, microbiology and pharmacology. The course will focus on health through the lifespan and the impact of living in a community, as well as medications used in the treatment of central nervous system disorders. Prerequisites: Minimum of 60% in BIOL – CHEM 1550H. Open only to students enrolled in the B.Sc.N. program. Excludes BIOL 213H and 214H (Cannot be used toward any major in Biology).
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BIOL 2600H – Evolution Syllabus
A study of the pattern of the evolution of life over the past billion years focusing on key events and transitions, and the underlying processes that made them happen. Prerequisite: BIOL 1020H (102H), 1030H (103H), and 2050H (205H). Excludes BIOL 260H and 361H. |
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Crosslisted Courses
- BIOL – ERSC – GEOG 2080H – Natural science statistics
(see Geography)
- BIOL – CHEM 2300H – Biochemical concepts (see Chemistry)
- BIOL – ERSC 2700Y – Environmental science for teacher education (see Environmental & Resource Science/Studies)
(Cannot be used for credit toward any major in Biology)
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