Course Descriptions - Biology, MS

The following courses all have the BIO prefix. The number of credits is indicated in parentheses after each course title.

500 Natural History & Ecology (5)

A lecture-lab course that examines the biogeographical distributions of species through time, including current ecological and evolutionary theories, with field trips to the South Florida coral reefs, coastal mangrove forest, and the Everglades National Park. (Special fee )

501 Biostatistics (3)

Concepts, principles, methods of descriptive and inferential statistics, and statistical quality control are applied to Biological and Biomedical health issues. Prerequisite: Algebra. Same as BMS 501.

505a Biotechnology: Immunochemistry (1)

The immunochemistry module will provide students with a working understanding and the application of sterile techniques, immunochemistry, ELISA techniques, and gel electrophoresis. (Special fee). Same as BMS 505a.

505b Biotechnology: Molecular Biology (1)

The molecular biology module will provide students with a working understanding and the application of sterile techniques, cell transfer techniques, ELISA techniques as they refer to protein identification, and density gradient gel electrophoresis. (Special fee). Same as BMS 505b.

507 Basic Research Methodology (3)

Introduction to experimental design, statistical analysis and publication preparation. Same as BMS 507.

510 Pathophysiology (3)

A study of the alterations in biological processes that affect homeostasis in the human. Includes the dynamic aspects of disease, mechanisms involved, signs and symptoms. Physical and laboratory findings are emphasized. Prerequisite: BIO 240 or equivalent or permission of instructor.

525 Molecular Biology (5)

Integrated study of procaryotic and eucaryotic cells including structures, ultra structure, functions, and metabolism. (Special fee)

427/527 Biochemistry I (3)

Introduction to the fundamental aspects of biochemistry. Topics include protein structure, enzyme kinetics, and basics of carbohydrate, lipid, and amino acid metabolism and their interrelationships. Same as BMS 427/527. Restricted to evening sections only.

428/528 Biochemistry II (3)

This is a continuation of BIO 427/527. Topics covered include biochemistry of purines and pyrimidines, fundamentals of molecular biology, biochemistry of hormones, biochemistry of special tissues, nutrition and its relation to disease. Same as BMS 428/528. Restricted to evening sections only.

535 Human Embryology (3)

A study of human embryological development, including fertilization, and the cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in embryogenesis. Congenital abnormalities and clinical applications will also be discussed. Same as BMS 535.

537 Human Genetics (3)

Acquiring an understanding of current theories of mechanisms of human inheritance and their application in modern medicine and technology. Same as BMS 537.

545, 665 Advanced Study

(Credit not to exceed 3 s.h.)

Tutorial study with a faculty member in an area in which formal course work is not offered. Assigned reading, reports. Weekly discussion and examinations by arangement with instructor. Same as BMS 545, 665.

550 Reproductive/Developmental Biology (5)

Survey of the various aspects of reproduction and development beginning at the molecular level and continuing through the gross aspects of biological organisms. (Special fee)

452/552 Quantitative Applications in Biology (3)

A laboratory oriented course designed to introduce the student to the integration, storage and retrieval of biological information to which the student has already been exposed in previous courses. (Special fee) Prerequisites: 25 s.h.; computer course or equivalent.

553 Biomedical Ethics a+b

553a Ethical Foundations (1)

An investigation of current ethical issues in health care and the medical, biological and behavioral sciences. Same as GMS 553a, BMS 553a, and SES 553a.

553b Health Care Delivery (1)

An analysis of the economic, structural and ideological interests that lead to numerous value conflicts within the health care system in the United States: prospective payment system and quality control, for-profit vs. not-for-profit hospitals, societal and personal responsibilities in the health care sector. Prerequisite: 553a. Same as GMS 553b and BMS 553b.

455/555 Immunology (3)

Major topics considered in this course are antibody formation, antigen antibody interactions, biological effects of immunologic reactions, immunological specificity of normal and diseased cells and tissues. Same as BMS 455/555.

458/558 Infectious Diseases (1-5)

Major human bacterial, viral, rickettsial, fungal and parasitic diseases, identification, pathogenicity, mode of transmission, treatment, methods of control. 5 hours of lecture. Same as BMS 458/558.

458a/558a Bacterial and Rickettsial Diseases (2)

458b/558b Viral Diseases (1)

458c/558c Fungal and Parasitic Infections (2)

597 Physiology (3)

Comprehensive study of systems physiology including neuronal and musculoskeletal system, circulation, respiration, excretion, digestion and fluid electrolyte balance. Prerequisites: BIO 527,528. Same as BMS 597.

600 Organismal Physiology (4)

Interactions of organs and systems at the functional levels. Examples will include plants, invertebrate and vertebrate systems. (Special fee) Prerequisites: BIO 525, 550.

620 Pharmacology (3)

Course encompasses basic pharmacological principles/classes of drugs. Includes drug interaction with biological receptors: their absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion. Drugs are covered on a systems basis. Same as GMS 620 and BMS 620. Prerequisites: BMS/BIO 527, 528, and 597.

629 Matriculation Continued (1)

Continued registration.

630 Internship (3-6)

Supervised experience relating biology and technology attained in an industrial and/or academic research setting.

632 Endocrinology (3)

Reports, discussions, and lectures on selected topics in endocrinology. To provide an in-depth study of the current topics in endocrinology using library research and Internet resources to elucidate the cellular and molecular endocrine regulating mechanisms in humans. Same as BMS 632.

635 Nutrition (2)

Biochemistry of nutrition, the assessment of nutriture, and the biological effects of excess or deficiency of nutrients. It will examine the identification and quantitation of requirements for calories, macronutrients and certain micronutrients. Same as BMS 635.

670 Seminar (2)

A course designed to expose the student to selected topics in biology.

675 Research (Credit not to exceed 6 s.h.)

Research for MSB students only under the guidance of the Associate Dean and an off campus research advisor. Same as BMS 675.