Courses
BI 335 TOPICS IN GENETICS 3.0 Credit(s)
This seminar course will both expand and deepen students' knowledge of genetics while exploring hot topics such as gene therapy, DNA as a digital information storage molecule, complex genetic disorders, DNA circuits, synthetic genomes, genome wide association studies, metabolomics, DNA barcoding, genome-based medicine, DNA-based treatments, RNAi, epigenetics, conservation genetics, and controversial genetic ethics topics such as gene doping, etc. Prerequisite: Take BI-201 and BI-203 with Minimum grade of C, P
Offered: Spring Semester Odd Academic Years
BI 340 CANCER BIOLOGY 3.0 Credit(s)
BI 340 is an introduction to the biology of cancer through a format consisting of lectures, student-led discussions, problembased learning, and case studies. Concepts to be covered in this course include tumorigenesis, carcinogenesis, types of cancer, cell cycle regulation and apoptosis, growth factors and cell signaling, oncogenes, tumor suppressors, genomic, chromosomal and cell morphology changes in cancer, and the role of the immune system in cancer. Students also will have the opportunity to explore the ethics and human face of cancer throughout the course. Prerequisite: Take BI-201 BI-203 CH-152 CH 154
Offered: Fall Semester Even Academic Years
BI 341 HUM. DISEASE-PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR AH MAJ 3.0 Credit(s)
This course studies basic physiological systems and underlying system dysfunctions associated with human disease processes across the life span. Relationships between etiologic agents and their consequence to human form and function are stressed. Critical thinking processes integrating symptoms, treatment and prognosis are applied to physiological perspectives. This course is designed for allied health majors.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
BI 345 NEUROBIOLOGY 3.0 Credit(s)
Examines the cellular, molecular, and physiological mechanisms underlying the functioning of the nervous system and how these mechanisms relate to behavior. Prerequisite: Take BI 112,114,CH 152, 154
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
BI 350 ECOLOGY 3.0 Credit(s)
Examines the fundamental concepts of community ecology through primary literature and field studies. Prerequisite: Pre-req BI-202/204 with C or better and MA-131 or MA-133
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
BI 351 ECOLOGY LAB 1.0 Credit(s)
Examines the fundamental concepts of community ecology through primary literature and field studies. Ecology lab is the mandatory corequisite for Bi 350. Prerequisite: Pre-req: BI-202/204 with C, P or better and MA-131 or MA-133
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
BI 355 MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 4.0 Credit(s)
Provides foundations of molecular biology and recombinant DNA technology, analysis of relevant primary journal articles, hands-on training in recombinant DNA techniques, and exposure to the use of computers in DNA sequence analysis and scientific communication. Prerequisite: TAKE BI-201 BI-203 CH-152 CH-154
Offered: Spring Semester Even Academic Years
BI 360 INTERNSHIP-BIOLOGY MAJORS 1.0-9.0 Credit(s)
Internships in Biology focus on gaining applied experience through study of a biological topic or an interdisciplinary project that provides majors with an opportunity to gain real-world experience not specifically available in Sacred Heart University's Biology curriculum. Students complete an internship portfolio under the direction of an appropriate professional in consultation with a biology faculty advisor.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
BI 371 EVOLUTION 3.0 Credit(s)
Examines the fundamental aspects of evolution through a focus on primary literature with respect to the processes of evolution and the patterns generated by these processes. Prerequisite: Take BI-202 BI-204 with Minimum Grade of C, P
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
BI 390 SUPERVISED RESEARCH 1.0-6.0 Credit(s)
Individual research projects in the basic areas of Biology under the supervision of faculty.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
BI 399 SENIOR SEMINAR 2.0 Credit(s)
Senior Seminar is the capstone course for the Biology major. The course focuses on review of current research and literature on specialized fields of current interest in biological science. An independent project resulting in a research paper on a current question of scientific, public policy, or ethical focus and a final oral presentation on a selected topic is required.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
BU 392 PROBLEM BASED LEARNING 3.0 Credit(s)
Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Lab is an experiential learning program designed to expose students to real-world business problems requiring real-time applied solutions. Projects range from consulting, marketing, analysis, research, pricing, economic impact studies, branding and product development. The program is designed to mutually benefit our students and the local business community, by providing high quality business solutions to some of today's complex business problems. Consulting assignments will include a top-down and/or bottom-up review of the business /organization and the industry in which it operates. Depending on client need, students may perform an evaluation of the business strategy as well as its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. They may evaluate marketing strategies and create a marketing plan for the business. Thus, the WCOB PBL consulting assignments vary according to the need of the client and the size of the team.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
CH 343 BIOCHEMISTRY I LAB 1.0 Credit(s)
Investigates chemical and physical properties of biologically important compounds using chromatography, electrophoresis, enzyme assays, and various techniques for isolation and identification of biochemicals and enzymes. One three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Take CH-341
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
CH 331 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I 3.0 Credit(s)
Explores thermodynamics, statistical thermodynamics, kinetic theory of gases, changes of state, solutions, and kinetics. Two 75-minute lectures per week. A prerequisite to CH 332, 351, and 355. Prerequisite: Take CH-152 CH-154
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
CH 332 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II 3.0 Credit(s)
Explores advanced kinetics and quantum mechanics. Two 75-minute lectures per week. Prerequisite: Pre: CH-331
Offered: Spring Semester All Years