Semesters: Spring, 2010, EXPECTED SPRING 2013, 2015, 2017 Course Objectives: Students will critically examine 25 of the most import Biological discoveries of all time. We will critically examine data, develop hypotheses, challenge the interpretation of results and discuss the significance of these studies. The course will help students identify the origins of different Biological fields and develop a “big picture” view of science.

Prerequisites: BIOL 196, BIOL 197 or with prior consent of instructor Spring 2010: Tues, Thurs. 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM Readings Required and suggested reading material will be provided in Webcampus. Semesters offered: Spring, 2010

Fall semester, 2010. Biol 196 covers the basic principles of cell biology including, biochemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism, and genetics. The major emphasis is placed on eukaryotic cells. A laboratory section reinforces these themes with “hands-on” activities and individual/group learning exercises.
Previous Classes Fall 2010: FDH 109, 11:30- 12:45, EXPECTED FALL 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

Book: Life: The science of Biology, 9th Ed. - David Sadava

Introduction to Bioinformatics
Bioinformatics is an upper division course designed for Biology majors with an interest in the roles of computers in Biology. We will primarily explore practical applications in computational Biology, including gene expression arrays, mass spectrometry, biological databases, phylogeny, multiple sequence alignment, BLAST, and macromolecular structure. Additionally, the fundamentals of computer programming, algorithms, and database design and management will be covered. Students will be introduced to a rich set of tools for analysis of biological data.

Book: Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics, 2nd ed. Johnathan Pevsner, Wiley-Blackwell