Bachelor of Science
Biology
Program Learning Outcomes
- Develop an understanding of the complex nature of organisms and ecosystems, including the flow of information, energy, and/or matter.
- Apply the process of science through hypothesis design, experimentation, modeling, and/or simulation.
- Use quantitative reasoning to properly collect, analyze, and interpret scientific data.
- Apply scientific technology in coursework and in real-world situations.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively in a manner appropriate to one’s audience.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of science and its connection with society.
Degrees and Certificates
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Biology, -
Biology: Environmental Studies, Bachelor of Science -
Biology: Forensic Biology, Bachelor of Science -
Biology: Secondary Education, Bachelor of Science -
Biology, Minor
Classes
BIO 101: Principles of Biology
Class Program
An introduction to the major areas of biology including scientific method, cells, reproduction and development, Mendelian genetics, evolution, and biotechnology. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Designed for the non-major. Required of all Early Childhood and Elementary Education majors.
Core Tags
LS
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.
Notes
PETH for Biology, Health Science, or Neuroscience majors.
BIO 102: Diversity of Life
Class Program
A study of the structure, function, reproduction and ecology of plants and animal. Emphasis will be on relationships to humans, both biologically and economically. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Designed for the non-major.
Core Tags
LS
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.
BIO 110: Human Heredity
Class Program
A non-laboratory course with emphasis on the transmission and expression of genetic information in humans. Topics include: Introduction to Mendelian and molecular genetics; mutation and the genetic code; sex determination; hereditary disorders and genetic counseling; genetic aspects of intelligence and behavior; and the implications of genetic technology. Required for Nursing major.
Prerequisites
BIO 101, BIO 121, BIO 130 or permission of instructor
Semester Offered
Offered fall semester.
BIO 111: Latin and Greek Bioscientific Terminology
Class Program
A survey of the stem, root, bases, prefixes, and suffixes derived from both Latin and Greek, used in the formation of English biological terminology. Required of all Biology majors.
Semester Offered
Offered fall semester.
BIO 121: Biological Science
Class Program
An introduction to biological science including scientific methods, biological molecules, cell structure and metabolism, genetics, taxonomy, evolution, and biotechnology. For majors and others who anticipate advanced work in biology. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. A student must receive a C or better in this course to continue with the Biology major.
Core Tags
LS
Semester Offered
Offered fall semester.
Notes
PETH for Biology, Health Science, and Neuroscience majors.
BIO 122: Zoology
Class Program
A general study of the animal kingdom, including invertebrates and vertebrates. Diversity, anatomy, physiology, life cycles, and classification will be emphasized. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Required for Biology major.
Prerequisites
BIO 101, BIO 121, or 130 with a grade of “C”
Semester Offered
Offered spring semester.
BIO 130: Human Biology
Class Program
An introduction to the principles of biology using the human as a model organism. The course will cover biomolecules, heredity, development, structure and function of the human body, and the relationship of humans to their environment. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
Core Tags
LS
Semester Offered
Course Offered each semester.
Notes
PETH for Biology, Health Science, and Neuroscience majors.
BIO 181: Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology
Class Program
A one-semester basic integrated study of the structure and function of the human body. Designed for non-science majors needing a scientific introduction to the subject. Basic chemistry and functional human anatomy and physiology at the cellular, tissue, organ, and organ system levels, as well as the relationship between form and function, will be emphasized. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. BIO 181 does not count toward pre-nursing or the biology major.
Core Tags
LS
Semester Offered
Offered fall semester
BIO 200: Local Flora
Class Program
A study of plants which collectively form the spring or summer flora of South Carolina. Work will emphasize an understanding of flower parts, plant families, and methods of using taxonomic keys to identify plants to scientific name. Included will be information on common names, ecology and economic importance of these plants. Extensive field trips within the piedmont region of the state will be an important component of the course.
Semester Offered
Offered during summer terms.
BIO 201: Botany
Class Program
A study of the morphology, reproduction, anatomy, physiology, and ecology of fungi and plants. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Required for Biology major.
Prerequisites
BIO 101, BIO 121, or 130 with a grade of “C”.
Semester Offered
Offered fall semester.
BIO 212: Microbiology
Class Program
A general study of microorganisms, including bacteria and viruses. Topics covered will be prokaryotic cell structure, metabolism, genetics, classification, ecology, and human diseases. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Required for Biology major.
Prerequisites
BIO 101, BIO 121, or 130 with a grade of “C”
Semester Offered
Offered spring semester.
BIO 215: Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Class Program
An introductory course in the study of human structures and their functions. Three unifying themes will be emphasized: the complementarities of structure and function, the interrelationships among organ systems, and the importance of homeostasis. The structure and function of tissues, integument, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems will be addressed. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisites
BIO 101, BIO 121, or 130 with a grade of “C”
Semester Offered
Offered fall semester.
BIO 216: Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Class Program
An introductory course in the study of human structures and their functions. Three unifying themes will emphasize the complementarities of structure and function, the interrelationships among organ systems, and their homeostasis through neural and hormonal integration. The structure and function of the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive systems will be addressed. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisites
BIO 215.
Semester Offered
Offered spring semester.
BIO 301: Biochemistry I
Class Program
This course will provide an introduction to biochemistry and cell biology, building on the fundamental concepts from biology and chemistry. The structure and function of amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, nucleotides and lipids will be covered. Fundamental concepts of cellular structure and function will be reinforced. Understanding of acid-base equilibrium will be extended to biological systems. Enzyme kinetics, catabolic and anabolic pathways will be introduced. Proton, electron transport as well as oxidation- reduction will be covered. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week. This course is the same as CHE 301. No credit will be awarded to students who have taken CHE 301.
Prerequisites
BIO 121, CHE 230 with a grade of “C” or better, CHE 232, or permission of instructor
Semester Offered
Offered fall semester.
BIO 302: Biochemistry II
Class Program
Quantitative aspects of biochemistry, kinetics, thermodynamics and spectroscopy will be covered, as well as biochemical aspects of molecular genetics. Biological polymers will be covered in detail. The hormonal regulation and the integration of metabolism will be covered in detail. Methods of molecular biology will be introduced. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisites
BIO/CHE 301 with a grade of “C” or better
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion. This course is the same as CHE 302. No credit will be awarded to students who have taken CHE 302.
BIO 312: Virology
Class Program
An introduction to viruses, particularly those involved with human disease. Topics to be covered include virus structure and classification, viral-host interactions, and viral replication patterns. Three lecture hours a week; no laboratory. Intended for Biology majors, particularly those with an interest in health-related professions.
Prerequisite Courses
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.
BIO 314: Histology
Class Program
Microscopic study of the fundamental tissues of the animal body; the fundamentals of histological techniques to include multiple methods of slide preparation and evaluation of slides. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisites
BIO 121 and 122
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.
BIO 315: Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
Class Program
A comparison of vertebrate systems and their phylogenetic relationships. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite Courses
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.
BIO 320: Pharmacology and Toxicology
Class Program
A study of pharmacology and its practical application. This course is designed to acquaint the student with the basic understanding of drugs and other substances used in the treatment of disease. Emphasis will be placed on classification of drugs based on their physiological effects and therapeutic usage. This course is also an introduction to pharmacological toxicology.
Prerequisites
MAT 150 and BIO 212 (or concurrent)
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.
BIO 321: Animal Development
Class Program
A comparative study of invertebrate and vertebrate embryonic development and morphogenesis. Genetic and cellular mechanisms that lead to formation of normal or defective tissues and organs will be discussed. Observation and data collection of developmental stages will be performed in laboratory. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite Courses
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.
BIO 322: Genetics
Class Program
A study of the structure, function, and inheritance of genes. Students will practice predicting outcomes of genetic crosses and interpreting pedigrees. Replication, transcription, translation and types of mutations will be covered. Classic experiments and modern genetic techniques will be discussed. Laboratory exercises will emphasize independent experimentation and statistical analysis of genetic data. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisites
12 hours of Biology, CHE 113
Semester Offered
Offered spring semester.
Notes
PETH for Biology and Neuroscience majors.
BIO 331: Cell Biology
Class Program
A study of the structure and function of eukaryotic cells, membranes, and organelles. Cell metabolism, photosynthesis, cell division, and cell signaling are covered in detail. The fundamental roles of proteins in organelle and membrane-specific functions is emphasized. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Required for Biology major.
Prerequisites
12 hours of Biology courses AND CHE 230 or 231 (or concurrent)
BIO 332: Economic Botany
Class Program
A study of plants and their importance to humans, including use for aesthetics, foods, spices, drinks, clothes, homes, industry, medicines, and misused drugs. Labs will include field trips. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisites
BIO 201 or permission of instructor
Semester Offered
Offered spring semester, even numbered years.
BIO 342: Immunology
Class Program
Study of Immunological mechanisms of the vertebrate body to include antigen structure and types, effectors of the immune response, and control of the immune response. Immunodiagnostics, immunity to infectious agents and cancer, and disorders of the immune system will be addressed. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite Courses
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.
BIO 352: Biology of Cancer
Class Program
Introduction to the characteristics of cancer cells, the process of carcinogenesis, methods of cellular invasion and metastasis. Characterization of tumor types and various cancer origins. Function of cancer-causing genes, inheritance, and role of mutagenesis. Treatment methods including traditional irradiation, immunology, drug development, and prevention. Review current research literature at leading edge of new discoveries.
Prerequisite Courses
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.
BIO 391: Investigative Biology
Class Program
Students will design and conduct a scientific investigation. The results of the investigation will be reported in both an oral and written report. Six laboratory hours per week. Required for students pursuing secondary level teacher certification in Biology.
Prerequisites
BIO 122, BIO 201, or 212
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.
Notes
PCEN for Biology or Health Science majors.
BIO 401: Advanced Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Class Program
Macromolecular structures and conformations will be investigated as well as methods of physical biochemistry. Protein-ligand interactions and thermodynamics will be covered. Regulation of metabolic cycles and hormones will be covered. DNA technology and methods of molecular biology will be covered in detail. The biochemistry of selected disease states will be covered in the form of case study investigations with discussions. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week. This course is the same as CHE 401. No credit will be awarded to students who have taken CHE 401.
Prerequisites
BIO/CHE 301 with a grade of “C” or better, or permission of instructor
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.
BIO 402: Field Biology
Class Program
A study of field and laboratory techniques and taxonomic criteria used in studying groups of plants and animals. Labs will include field work. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisites
BIO 122 and 201 or permission of instructor
Semester Offered
Offered fall semester, even numbered years.
BIO 412: Molecular Biology
Class Program
A study of gene structure, organization, and expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Emphasis will be placed on DNA and RNA structure; DNA replication, repair, recombination, and rearrangement; transcription, translation, RNA splicing, and the regulation of gene expression; and recombinant DNA methodology. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisites
BIO 322, CHE 231.
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.
BIO 431: Ecology
Class Program
A study of the relationship between organisms and the environment in which they live. Labs will include field work. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisites
BIO 122 or 201, CHE 113, and MAT 150 or higher
Semester Offered
Offered fall semester, odd-numbered years.
BIO 481: Biology Junior Seminar
Class Program
Students will critique paper presentations by their peers enrolled in the course, current faculty members, and visiting scholars. This course will be graded pass/fail based on attendance and critiques completed. Required of all junior Biology majors except Secondary Education concentration.
Prerequisites
Junior or Senior standing
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.
BIO 482: Biology Senior Seminar
Class Program
Students will prepare and present a paper on a topic of their choosing in consultation with a departmental faculty member. Topics may be chosen from student research or current research published in a peer reviewed journal or symposium issue (no textbooks). Students will critique papers presented by their peers, current faculty members, and visiting scholars. Required of all junior or senior Biology majors except Secondary Education concentration.
Prerequisite Courses
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.
Notes
PCOM for Biology, Health Science, and Neuroscience majors.
BIO 491: Research in Biology
A scientific research project completed under the direction of a Biology faculty member.
Prerequisites
A minimum of 3.0 GPA in science courses and permission of instructor
Semester Offered
Offered on demand.
Notes
PCEN for Biology or Health Science majors.
BIO 492: Research in Biology
A scientific research project completed under the direction of a Biology faculty member.
Prerequisites
A minimum of 3.0 GPA in science courses and permission of instructor
Semester Offered
Offered on demand.
BIO 495: Biology Internship
Independent work at an off-campus location to apply college course work to a job situation, learn about a possible career and gain career related skills. Approval is required of both a Newberry College biology faculty member and an onsite supervisor. Subject to Internship restrictions and regulation.
Prerequisites
Twenty hours of Biology courses
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.
Notes
PCEN for Biology, Health Science, or Neuroscience majors.
BIO 499: Biology Senior Essay
A scholarly research paper completed under the direction of a Biology faculty member. Subject to Senior Essay restrictions and regulations.
Prerequisites
A minimum of 3.0 in science courses and permission of instructor
Semester Offered
Offered on demand.
Notes
PCEN for Biology majors.