840 Biology

840:012. Life: The Natural World -- 3 hrs.
Energy studied as driving force for both living and non-living processes on earth. Emphasis on energy flow within the ecosystem including its capture in photosynthesis, its drive of biogeochemical cycling and cellular metabolism. For Biology majors and minors counts only for university elective credit. Prerequisite: student must have satisfied university entrance requirements in English and Mathematics. (Offered Fall and Spring)

840:013. Life: The Natural World - Lab -- 1 hr.
Activities illustrating basic life science concepts regarding energy flow within ecosystems, biodiversity, and their interrelationships with human activities. Lab, 2 periods. Prerequisite: student must have satisfied university entrance requirements in English and Mathematics. Prerequisite or corequisite: 840:012. (Offered Fall and Spring)

840:014. Life: Continuity and Change -- 3 hrs.
Introduction to contemporary topics in biology. Emphasis on study of gene structure and function and applications of biology to human concerns. For Biology majors and minors counts only for university elective credit. Prerequisite: student must have satisfied university entrance requirements in English and Mathematics. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

840:015. Life: Continuity and Change - Lab -- 1 hr.
Process of science and application of biology to human concerns stressed through student activities involving basic life science concepts encompassing cell structure and function, human genetics, and disease transmission. Emphasis on assisting students in understanding role of biology in our present society. Lab, 2 periods. Prerequisite: student must have satisfied university entrance requirements in English and Mathematics. Prerequisite or corequisite: 840:014 or equivalent. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

840:033. Principles of Microbiology -- 3 hrs.
Basic concepts and practical applications of microbiology in medicine, immunology, sanitation, and food preparation in daily life. Designed for students majoring in areas other than the sciences. For Biology majors and minors counts only for university elective credit. Sections may be offered exclusively for nurses in training. Discussion, 2 periods; lab, 2 periods. (Offered Fall)

840:051. General Biology I -- 4 hrs.
Study of organismic biology emphasizing evolutionary patterns and diversity of organisms and interdependency of structure and function in living systems. Discussion, 3 periods; lab, 2 periods. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

840:052. General Biology II -- 4 hrs.
Study of cells, genetics, and populations emphasizing chemical basis for life, flow of information, and interactions of populations in ecosystems. Discussion, 3 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisite: 840:051. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

840:060. Careers in Biology:___________ -- 2 hrs.
Assists in career planning. Self-assessment, career opportunities, information on requirements, resumes, and application procedures in biology and related fields. Offered on credit/no credit basis only. For Biology majors and minors counts only for university elective credit. (Offered Spring)

840:084. Introduction to Natural History Interpretation — 3 hrs.
Exploration and analysis of the skills, settings, characteristics, domains, and experiences of the Natural History Interpreter. Interpretive presentation development and initiation of a Natural History Interpretation Portfolio for those pursuing the minor in Natural History Interpretation. Discussion, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:051; 840:052. (Offered even Springs)

840:089. Seminar -- 1 hr.
(Variable)

840:101. Anatomy and Physiology I -- 4 hrs.
Structure and function of organ systems of human body. For students in allied health fields or other university-approved programs. Others must have consent of department head. For Biology majors and minors, except Biology-Teaching, counts only for university elective credit. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:140; 840:130 or 840:168 or 860:061, or consent of department head. (Offered Fall and Summer)

840:102. Anatomy and Physiology II -- 4 hrs.
Continuation of 840:101. For students in allied health fields or other university-approved programs. Discussion, 3 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisite: C- or better in 840:101. (Offered Spring and Summer)

840:103. Applied Ecology and Conservation -- 4 hrs.
Impacts of human settlement in the Midwest on biodiversity, including overhunting, river channelization, wetland drainage, and agricultural intensification. Critical analysis of conversation initiatives. Field experience locating endangered habitat using topographic soils maps. Lecture/discussion, 3 periods; field and lab, 3 periods; arranged field trip. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:140; 840:130 or 840:168. (Offered Spring)

840:106. Comparative Anatomy of the Vertebrates -- 4 hrs.
Consideration of origin of vertebrates and comparison of anatomy of organ systems of the classes. Discussion, 2 periods; lab, 4 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:140; 840:130 or 840:168. (Offered Fall and Spring)

840:111. Histology -- 4 hrs.
Microscopic anatomy of animal cells, tissues, and organs; discussion of their relation to their physiological functions. Discussion, 2 periods; lab, 4 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:140; 840:130 or 840:168. (Variable)

840:112. Invertebrate Zoology -- 4 hrs.
Morphology, physiology, phylogeny, taxonomy, and ecology of the invertebrates. Discussion, 2 periods; lab, 4 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:140; 840:130 or 840:168. (Offered Spring)

840:114(g). Comparative Animal Physiology -- 3 hrs.
Physical and chemical basis of cellular/organ functions in various animals. Discussion, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130; 840:140; 860:063 or 860:120; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

840:115(g). Comparative Animal Physiology Laboratory -- 1 hr.
Laboratory experience in comparative animal physiology. Cellular and organ physiology studied in a variety of animals. Lab, 3 periods. Prerequisite: junior standing. Prerequisite or corequisite: 840:114. (Offered Spring)

840:116(g). Neurobiology — 3 hrs.
Molecular and cellular approach to neuroscience: focus on properties on the neuron, intracellular communications, behavior, and plasticity. Discussion, 3 periods. Prerequisite: 840:114 or 840:138 or consent of instructor; junior standing. (Variable)

840:117(g). Endocrinology -- 3 hrs.
Hormonal control of various functions including cellular effects and biochemistry of endocrine organs. Discussion, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:114 or 840:138; 840:128; 860:123; junior standing. (Variable)

840:120. Plant Diversity and Evolution -- 3 hrs.
Form and function in vegetative and reproductive organs in all plant divisions, from algae to flowering plants, and their importance in evolutionary thought and plant classification. Lecture, 2 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:140; 840:130 or 840:168. (Offered Spring)

840:122(g). Plant Physiology -- 4 hrs.
How plants work: uptake and use of water and materials, synthesis and transport of organic compounds, growth and development, and responses to environment. Lecture, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:140; 840:130 or 840:168; 860:063 or 860:120; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

840:124. Plants for Human Use -- 3 hrs.
Emphasis on interrelationships between plants and people, including impact of plants on human history. Topics include food, herbs, spices, beverages, forestry, textiles, dyes, and medicines. Discussion, 2 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:140; 840:130 or 840:168. (Offered Spring)

840:126. Plant-Microbe Interactions -- 3 hrs.
Beneficial and detrimental interactions between microbes and plants. Plant resistance to diseases, development of pathogenicity in microorganisms, and social impacts of plant diseases. Symbioses involving fungi and bacteria and their impacts on plant growth and agricultural practices. Lecture, 3 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:140; 840:130 or 840:168. (Variable)

840:128(g). Cell Biology -- 4 hrs.
Foundation in cellular structure, organization, and function, with emphasis on molecular aspects of gene regulation, signal transduction, and cell cycle control. Laboratory will correlate with lecture topics and will also emphasize developing laboratory skills and improving analytical and writing abilities. If taken for 3 hours credit: discussion only, 3 periods. If taken for 4 hours credit: discussion, 3 periods; lab, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130; 840:140; 860:063 or both 860:120 and 860:121; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

840:130. Molecular Biology of the Cell — 3 hrs.
Introduction to the molecular, biochemical, and cellular structure and function of cells, DNA structure and functions, and the translation of genetic information into functional structures of living cells. DNA replication, transcription of genes, and synthesis and processing of proteins will be emphasized. Discussion, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:051; 840:052; 860:044; 860:048 or 860:070. (Offered Fall and Spring)

840:131(g). Animal Behavior -- 4 hrs.
Mechanisms, adaptive significance, evolution, and ecology of behavior and sociality. Discussion, 3 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

840:132. Parasitology -- 3 hrs.
Examination of parasite life cycles and host-parasite relations with primary emphasis on human pathogens and associated diseases, and parasite identification. Study of parasitic protozoans, worms, and invertebrates. Discussion, 2 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140. (Offered even Springs)

840:137(g). Human Physiology Laboratory -- 1 hr.
Laboratory experience in experimental vertebrate physiology. Focus on organ and cellular aspects of physiology. Lab, 3 periods. Prerequisite or corequisite: 840:138; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

840:138(g). Human Physiology -- 3 hrs.
Functions of organ systems in vertebrates; emphasis on human body. Discussion, 3 periods. Must be taken with 840:137 if used to fulfill biology core requirement. Prerequisites: 840:130; 840:140; 860:063 or 860:120; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

840:140. Genetics -- 4 hrs.
Analytical approach to classical, molecular, and population genetics. Discussion, 3 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisites: 840:052; 860:048 or 860:070. (Offered Fall and Spring)

840:142(g). Evolutionary Biology -- 3 hrs.
Conceptual overview of evolutionary theory, mechanisms of evolutionary process, speciation and major evolutionary events. Discussion, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

840:144(g). Virology -- 4 hrs.
Introduction to virus structure, replication, genetics, pathogenicity, host interactions, detection, epidemiology, evolution, and virology methods. Health, agriculture, research and industry applications. Discussion, 3 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisites: 840:151; junior standing. (Variable)

840:146(g). Developmental Biology of Animals -- 4 hrs.
Major concepts and central questions of animal development and controlling mechanisms. Laboratory emphasis on experimental inquiry and developmental anatomy. Discussion, 3 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

840:147. Cancer and Emerging Infectious Diseases -- 3 hrs.
Cellular and molecular study of cancer, its epidemiology, standard and novel cancer treatments, examination of emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, their causative organisms, and human immune responses to them. Discussion, 3 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:130; 840:140. (Offered Spring)

840:148(g). Human Genetics and Human Evolution -- 3 hrs.
Genetics and evolution of humans, including human reproductive processes and technologies, single gene and polygenic human traits, genetic engineering, and human evolution, including a description and interpretation of fossil hominoids and behavioral and cultural evolution. Prerequisites: 840:052; junior standing. (Offered Summer)

840:149(g). Applied and Environmental Microbiology -- 3 hrs.
Growth and metabolic diversity of microorganisms focusing on their practical applications for foods, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and the solving of environmental problems. Discussion, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:151; junior standing. (Variable)

840:150(g). Immunology -- 4 hrs.
Focus on multiple levels of human immunity, from organs/cells to molecular events. Basic immunology and relationships between immunology and various disease states. Laboratory experiences include many commonly-used immunology techniques. Discussion, 3 periods; lab, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

840:151. General Microbiology -- 4 hrs.
Physiology, morphology, taxonomy, immunology, and pathogenicity of microbes, with applications to medicine, agriculture, sanitation, and industry. Discussion, 2 periods; lab, 4 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:130; 840:140. (Offered Fall)

840:152. Microbial Molecular Genetics -- 4 hrs.
Introduction to the study of microbial genetics and molecular biology. Laboratory emphasizes methods used to study bacteria inheritance patterns (conjugation, transduction, and transformation mapping) and modern molecular techniques of genetic analysis such as polymerase chain reaction and DNA sequencing. Discussion, 2 periods; lab, 4 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:130; 840:140. (Offered Fall)

840:153(g). Recombinant DNA Techniques -- 4 hrs.
Study of techniques for manipulating and analyzing DNA, including genomic library construction, polymerase chain reaction, oligonucleotide synthesis, genomic analysis with computers, and DNA and RNA isolation. Discussion, 2 periods; lab, 4 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

840:154(g). Aquatic Ecology -- 3 hrs.
Introduction to geological, physical, chemical, and biological factors that interact to determine functional characteristics of inland waters. Prerequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

840:155(g). Ecotoxicology -- 4 hrs.
Detailed overview of ecological and toxicological aspects of environmental pollution emphasizing responses of populations, communities, and ecosystems to contaminants. Traditional biomonitoring and toxicity testing methods, state-of-the-art concepts and methodologies. Lecture/discussion, 3 periods; lab, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered odd Springs)

840:157(g). Biostatistics -- 3 hrs.
Introduction to methods used to analyze and interpret numerical data from biological experiments. Emphasis on parametric statistics; use of SAS computer package for computations. Lecture, 2 hours; lab, 2 hours. Prerequisites: 800:046 or equivalent; 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

840:160. Field Zoology of Vertebrates -- 4 hrs.
Identification and natural history of Iowa vertebrates. Emphasis on field trips. Discussion, 2 periods; lab and field work, 6 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140. (Offered Spring)

840:162(g). Ornithology -- 4 hrs.
Biology of birds, including systematics, behavior, and ecology. Lecture, 3 periods; lab and field, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered odd Springs)

840:164(g). Mammalogy -- 4 hrs.
Biology of mammals, including evolutionary history, zoogeography, ecology, and diversity. Laboratory emphasis on identifications, natural history, and field techniques. Lecture, 3 periods; lab and field, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

840:166(g). Plant Systematics -- 4 hrs.
Classification and identification of vascular plants, with emphasis on evolution of species and larger groups. Discussion, 2 periods; lab and field work, 4 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing or consent of department head. (Offered Fall)

840:167(g). Conservation Biology -- 3 hrs.
Patterns of biological diversity, conservation ethics, extinction threats, island biogeography theory, population genetics of rare species, conservation in zoos, establishment and management of protected areas, and community-based conservation. Lecture/discussion, 3 periods; arranged field trip. Prerequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

840:168. Ecology -- 3 hrs.
Relationship of organisms to their environment with emphasis on principles of population, community, and ecosystem structure and dynamics. Prerequisite: 840:052. (Offered Fall and Spring)

840:169. Ecology Laboratory -- 1 hr.
Experiences in sampling, analyzing, evaluation, and contrast of numerical biotic and abiotic data; presentation of results in written reports. Lab, 3 periods. Prerequisite or corequisite: 840:168. (Offered Fall)

840:170. Entomology -- 3 hrs.
Introduction to biology of insects. Discussion, 2 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140. (Variable)

840:171. Plant-Animal Interactions -- 3 hrs.
Integration of plant and animal ecology from an evolutionary perspective. Topics include co-evolution, ecological biochemistry, pollination biology, herbivory, ant-plant mutualism, seed dispersal by mammals, and carnivorous plants. Discussion, 3 periods. Prerequisites or corequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140. (Offered Spring)

840:172(g). Developmental Plant Anatomy -- 4 hrs.
Structure and function of flowering plants, with emphasis on cell and organ development. Lecture, 2 periods; lab, 4 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

840:173(g). Measuring Plant-Environmental Interactions -- 3 hrs.
Theory and practice of measurements of interactions between environmental factors and plants. Two-thirds of the course involves using modern instrumentation to measure radiation quantity and quality; air temperature, humidity, and velocity; and soil moisture status. The last third will be devoted to plant water use and water status, and to photosynthetic gas exchange. Lecture, 2 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisites: 840:103 or 840:154 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Variable)

840:174. Field Biology: ___________ -- 1-3 hrs.
Selected topics in field biology, emphasizing hands-on techniques for field observation, and testing of evolutionary and ecological hypotheses. Offered both on- and off-campus in flexible format. Topics and hours indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit on different topic. Prerequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140. (Variable)

840:178(g). Fire Management in Ecosystems -- 3 hrs.
Study of fire, its relationship to organisms and other components of ecosystems, and implications for management of ecosystems. Examination of prescribed burning as a management tool. Students will be trained in conducting prescribed burns and participate as burn crew members. Lecture/discussion, 2 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisites: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

840:179. Cooperative Education
A maximum of 3 graded hours of credit can be applied to a biology major as major elective credit. Up to 9 additional hours of ungraded credit (credit/no credit basis) may be taken as university electives. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

840:180(g). Restoration and Management of Natural Lands -- 3 hrs.
Ecological principles applied to design, restoration, reconstruction, and management of natural areas, parks, and wildlands. Discussion, 2 periods; lab, 2 periods. Prerequisite: 840:130 or 840:168; 840:140; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

840:181. Investigations in Life Science -- 4 hrs.
Introduction to significant concepts and theories of life science and a model of effective teaching strategies related to elementary school level. Topics include diversity and classification, structure, and function from cellular to organism level, human biology, and plant systems. Discussion and/or lab, 5 periods. Prerequisite: 820:032. (Offered Fall)

840:184(g). Natural History Interpretation Techniques -- 4 hrs.
Development of effective techniques for relating natural history concepts and events to diverse audiences, with an emphasis on Iowa natural history. Lecture/discussion, 3 periods. Prerequisites: 840:084; 840:168; junior standing. (Offered odd Springs)

840:185. Readings in Biology -- 1-3 hrs.
Independent readings in biology from selected list approved in advance. Maximum of 3 hours for biology major or minor. Prerequisite: consent of department. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

840:189. Seminar -- 1-2 hrs.
(Variable)

840:190. Undergraduate Research in Biology -- 1-3 hrs.
Research activities under direct supervision of Biology faculty members. Credit determined prior to registration based upon student proposal with agreement of faculty advisor. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 hours credit. Prerequisites: 9 hours of biology beyond 840:052; consent of department. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

840:193(g). Current Curricula in Biology -- 2 hrs.
Philosophy, methods, and materials of secondary biology. Examination and evaluation of current curricular materials, curriculum development, and appropriate assessment strategies. Ten hours of field experience in grades 6-12 classrooms. Prerequisites: 820:190; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

840:195. Internship/Field Experience -- 1-10 hrs.
Supervised work experience in approved work situation. Offered on credit/no credit basis only. Prerequisite: consent of department. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

840:196. Natural History Interpretation Colloquium -- 1 hr.
Upon completion of the rest of the requirements of the Natural History Interpretation Minor, enrollees refine and present an exemplary component of the portfolio - an interpretive display or program. Completed portfolio also submitted for evaluation. Prerequisites: 430:050 or 430:146 or 43T:170; 840:180 or 990:125; 840:184. Prerequisite or corequisite: 840:179 or 870:195. (Variable)

840:197. Undergraduate Practicum in Biology Teaching -- 1 hr.
Examination of teaching strategies and practical experience in laboratory teaching through observation and assistance in introductory biology laboratories. Offered on credit/no credit basis only. Prerequisite or corequisite: 840:193; consent of instructor. (Offered Fall and Spring)

840:198. Independent Study.
(Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

840:202. Graduate Colloquium -- 1 hr.
Weekly presentation by a student, faculty member, or visitor on biological topic. Taken each semester for four semesters for a maximum of 4 hours. Discussion, 1 period. (Offered Fall and Spring)

840:230. Special Problems in Biology -- 1-6 hrs.
Credit determined at registration. (Problems in biology other than those for theses or in regular curricular offerings.) Prerequisite: 840:292 recommended; consent of department. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

840:240. Advanced Cellular and Molecular Biology -- 3 hrs.
Selected topics concerning understanding of function of living organisms at molecular and cellular level: regulatory mechanisms, recombinant DNA techniques, gene expression, and genetics of diseases. Lecture/discussion, 3 periods. May be repeated for credit when topic is different. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (Offered even Falls)

840:250. Advanced Physiology and Development -- 3 hrs.
Selected topics concerning understanding of organ, organ system, and organism structure and function: immune system, cellular signaling mechanisms, photosynthesis, and cell motility and development. Lecture/discussion, 3 periods. May be repeated for credit when topic is different. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (Offered odd Falls)

840:260. Advanced Ecology -- 3 hrs.
Selected topics of ecology, concerning the understanding of relationships among organisms, and between organisms and their environments (natural or artificial): physiological ecology, conservation biology, and aquatic ecology. Lecture/discussion, 3 periods. May be repeated for credit when topic is different. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (Offered even Springs)

840:270. Advanced Systematics and Evolutionary Biology -- 3 hrs.
Selected topics concerning understanding of systematic and evolutionary relationships among organisms and evolutionary biology: evolutionary theory, systematics, and origin of life. Lecture/discussion, 3 periods. May be repeated for credit when topic is different. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (Offered odd Springs)

840:289. Seminar -- 1 hr.
(Variable)

840:292. Research Methods in Biology -- 1 hr.
Introduction to research methods in biology. Emphasis on literature review, proposal preparation, and manuscript style. Discussion, 1 period. (Offered Fall)

840:297. Practicum.
(Variable)

840:299. Research
(Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)