Biology (BIO)
BIO 4990. Undergraduate Research. (1-4 Credits)
This course provides students with the opportunity to work with members of the faculty conducting research in the biological sciences. Students must submit appropriate form to the Department Chair for approval. Note: Students may enroll in this course multiple times, up to a maximum of 4 total credits.
BIO 5100. Ecology. (3 Credits)
This course is a study of the interactions between organisms and their environment. Ecology surveys biotic and abiotic factors in the environment, ecosystem types, population ecology, community structure, aquatic ecology, and succession.
BIO 5300. Pharmacology. (3 Credits)
This course focuses on the principles of drug action. These principles will then be invoked in the discussion of various therapeutic interventions for diseases associated with selected organ systems. Treatments of pathogenic diseases and cancer will be discussed as well as the use of natural products.