Department of Biological Sciences
Bio-Notes: April 2006
Fall 2006 Registration Issue
The official publication for students of the Department of Biological Sciences, Bethel University
Bio-Notes is published from time to time during the academic year to inform biology and related majors of the activities of the department. Examples of entries include course offerings, upcoming events, and research and other opportunities within or outside of the department. Be sure to read each issue carefully as there are often important announcements presented here. If you have any comments regarding Bio-Notes or if you would like to have something included, see Dr. Port (AC204, jport@bethel.edu), the Bio-Notes editor this year.
Registration for Fall 2006 courses is April 18-21. You should have received a registration packet during the week of March 27.
Please note the following major changes to the biology research sequence (BIO399, BIO493, BIO495, BIO496, and BIO499)
- BIO399 Introduction to Research (all junior biology and ENS majors) will be offered in the fall ONLY. This is a change from the spring option in past years. If you will be a junior biology or ENS major, you must take BIO399 this fall.
- BIO493 Literature Review in Biology (offered fall and spring). This is a NEW course being offered for those with senior standing that plan on completing a literature review for their senior project and will be graduating in either fall 2006 or spring of 2007.If you are planning on completing a literature review, you must take this course. If you are planning on a spring 2007 graduation, it is recommended that you sign up for this course during fall 2006 but you have the option of taking it concurrently with BIO499 Biology Symposium (formerly known as Biology Research/Seminar)
- BIO496 Biology Research (offered fall and spring). All students completing independent research for their senior project must register for this course. If the project is significant in scope and time commitment, in consultation with your research advisor, you may register for up to 2 credits.
- BIO499 Biology Symposium (offered fall and spring). All biology majors of senior standing must take this course during either the fall or spring of their senior year. The course can be taken concurrent with either BIO493 or BIO496 but not previous to either.Prerequisites: BIO399 Introduction to Research (cannot be taken concurrently), Senior standing.
The following Biology courses will be offered Fall 2006:
INTRODUCTORY COURSES
BIO112D Intro to Molecular/Cellular Biology (Drs. Reynhout and Doan)
BIO113D Intro to Organismic Biology (Dr. Port)
BIO114D Intro to Biodiversity, Ecology, and Adaptation (Dr. Johnson)
CELL AND MOLECULAR AREA
BIO207 Microbiology (Dr. Johnston)
BIO312 Genetics (Dr. Hyatt)
BIO370 Developmental Biology (Dr. Hyatt)
BIO386 Biochemistry I (Drs. Tavernier and Anose)
ORGANISMAL AREA
BIO201 Human Anatomy (Dr. Shaw)
BIO306 Vertebrate Histology (Dr. Johnston)
BIO365�Plant Physiology (staff)
ENVIRONMENTAL AREA
BIO311 Aquatic Biology (Dr. Petersen)
OTHER BIO COURSES
BIO105 Medical Terminology (Dr. Shaw)
BIO399 Introduction to Research (Dr. Doan; required for all Biology and ENS majors of junior standing.)
BIO493�Literature Review in Biology (various; required for students completing the literature review option; sign-up per faculty section)
BIO495 Biology Seminar (Dr. Johnston; required for senior Biology majors)
BIO496 Biology Research (option for BIO majors; sign-up per faculty section)
BIO499�Biology Symposium (formerly known as Biology Research/Seminar (Dr. Doan; required for seniors planning on graduating in Fall 2006 if not previously completed)
The departmental faculty are excited about are offering two courses that have not been taught for several years. Here are their descriptions and we encourage you to sign up for these classes.
BIO351 Developmental Biology
A study of the processes of development and underlying mechanisms. Topics include gamete formation, fertilization, cell divisions, morphogenesis, and differentiation. Emphasis is given to experimental analysis of the molecular, biochemical, genetic, and physiological controls and regulations. Includes 3 lab hrs. Prerequisite: Tow courses in biology, including BIO113D.
BIO 366 Plant Physiology
Physiological processes as they relate to higher vascular plants. Topics include;
plant cell biology, photosynthesis, respiration, metabolism, growth and development,
transport and water relations, mineral nutrition, hormone interactions, circadian
rhythms, photoperiodism, and flowering, physiological ecology, defenses and
stress responses. Includes 3 lab hrs. Prerequisites; 3 courses in biology;
two courses in chemistry.
The following Environmental Studies courses will be offered Fall 2006:
ENS102 Environment and Humanity (Dr. Petersen)
ENS399 Introduction to Research (Dr. Doan; required of all ENS juniors, meets with BIO399)
ENS496 Research in Envir. Studies (Dr. Petersen; required for senior ENS majors)
Fall Gen Ed Science, Technology, and Society K courses taught by Biology faculty
GES309K Biology of the Mind (3 credits, Dr. Johnson) Survey of contemporary technologies and studies of brain structure and function and their relation to cognitive abilities and emotion.� Introduction to modern technologies of brain mapping such as MRI, PET, and CAT scans. Combines neuroscience, philosophy of self, psychology, linguistics, and sociobiology. Prerequisites: Laboratory Science (D) course.
GES328K Nutrition (Dr. DeGolier). An investigation of the interaction occurring between the science of proper nutrition, the realistic/nonrealistic values of weight control and management imaged through the media, and the proper ethical, and perhaps limited, use of technology observed with nutrient substitutes and drug therapies. Prerequisites: Laboratory Science (D) course.
Summer Offerings
BIO409 Advanced Gross Anatomy (4 credits, Dr. Shaw). For the undergraduate pre-health professions student.A regional approach to the study of anatomy through supervised and directed student dissection of human cadavers.Identification of detailed structures and understanding their significance to the body. Prerequisite: One course in biology involving some dissection.
AuSable Institute for Environmental Studies (summer). Bethel is one of 60+ Christian colleges and universities affiliated with this environmental institute. Several environmentally oriented courses are offered each summer at their Great Lakes, Pacific Rim, and India campuses. See Dr. Port or Dr. Petersen if interested.
Interim 2007 Off-campus programs
BIO318K Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands: Natural History and Future Prospects. Travel from base in Quito throughout Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, surveying the land, climate, plants, animals, homes, transportatio, and industries, noting especially the impact of human culture, presence, and activities. Sites include the Amazon rainforest, Andean cloud forests, volcanic mountains, highlands, towns, cities, and the Galapagos Islands. Prerequisite: Laboratory Science (D) course (carries cross credit in environmental studies). Registration starts in April 2006. See Dr. Port or the Office of International Studies for more information.
AuSable Institute for Environmental Studies (interim at Great Lakes Campus). Courses offered include Winter Stream Ecology and Watersheds, Winter Biology, and Environmental Ethics. Winter Stream Ecology and Winter Biology can be used as environmental area courses for the biology major.See Dr. Port or Dr. Petersen if interested.
AuSable Institute for Environmental Studies (interim in India). mid December-mid January. Course focuses on the ecology of India. Dates and further information will be available by mid summer. See Dr. Port or www.ausable.org for more information.
Students: To help you plan for the full year, the following courses are scheduled to be offered next SPRING, 2007:
Introductory Courses
BIO112D Intro to Molecular/Cellular Biology
BIO113D Intro to Organismic Biology
BIO114D Intro to Biodiversity, Ecology, and Adaptation
Cell / Molecular Area
BIO207 Microbiology
BIO341 Cell Biology
BIO378 Molecular Biology
Organismal Area
BIO202 Human Physiology
BIO209 Human Anatomy & Physiology
BIO348 Neurobiology
BIO375 Endocrinology
Environmental/Ecology Area
BIO308 Invertebrate Biology
BIO308 Animal Behavior
Other Biology Courses
BIO496 Biology Research
BIO499 Biology Symposium
ENS and K courses taught by biology faculty scheduled for Spring 2007
ENS102D Environment and Humanity
ENS205L Sustainable Living
ENS305K Transforming Technology
ENS341K Environmental Writing
ENS496 Research in Environmental Studies
ENS498 Seminar in Environmental Studies
GES307K Natural Resources: Use Them But Don’t Lose Them
GES322K Cancer: Science and Society
GES326K Economic Botany
Please note: At this point in time, the department hopes to offer the course spring 2007. However, Dr. Shaw will be on a semester sabbatical Spring 2007, so the certainty of offering this course will be announced prior to registration for spring courses, sometime in October 2006.
| Important Dates to Remember: | |
| Saturday April 22 | MCAT |
| Wednesday April 26 | Assessment Day |
| Fri-Sat April 28-29 | Tri-Beta Regional Conference at Iowa Academy of Science |
| Saturday, April 29 | Northwestern College Biology Symposium |
| Saturday May 6 | Biology/ENS Senior Research Symposium |
| Monday, May 8 | Spring Biology Picnic |
| Tuesday, May 23 | Senior Night Out! Pizza and Bowling |
| Saturday, May 27 | Commencement |