Biology

Professors: Burke; Professor Emeritus: Mattoon; Associate Professors: Berry-Lowe, Broker, Melamede (Chair); Assistant Professors: Berning, Guerra, Newell; Senior Instructor: Pigage Instructor: Malvey.

Bachelor of Arts — Biology

Major Requirements

1. The student must complete at least 30 hours of coursework in biology including a minimum of 16 hours in upper-division (300- or 400-level) courses. A grade of C or above must be attained in all required courses. NOTE: 54 hours in the major is the maximum towards fulfilling the 124 hour graduation requirement.

2. The three semester sequence required in chemistry is General Chemistry (CHEM 103 and 106) and Organic Chemistry (CHEM 330/340). It is strongly advised that general chemistry be taken in the first year and organic chemistry in the second year. The two semester sequence of organic chemistry (CHEM 331/333 and 332/334) is required for students planning to enter medical or graduate school.

3. The two semester sequence required in physics is Physics for Life Sciences (PES 101-115/102-215). General Physics is acceptable (111-115/112-215).

4. Competency in Calculus I (MATH 135) is required. It can be met by scoring 4 or 5 in the AP Math-Calculus test or a 3,4, or 5 in the AP Math-Calculus BC test. The one-semester course Biometry (BIOL 300) is also required.

5. The major in Biology recognizes that required departmental courses (Biology I and II, Cell Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry and Biology Seminar) and certain biology area requirements are needed for the development of competence in the biological sciences. The major must take all required courses and at least one course from each of the three biology area requirements (listed below).

6. A maximum of 8 hours of credit taken in BIOL 940-949 (Independent Studies) and Externship in BIOL 471-474 count toward the major.

Biology I (Introduction to Cell Biology) BIOL 110-3

Introduction to Cell Biology Lab BIOL 111-1

Biology II (Organismic Biology) BIOL 115-3

Organismic Biology Lab BIOL 116-1

Cell Biology BIOL 302-3

Genetics BIOL 383-3

Biology Seminar BIOL 401-1

Biochemistry BIOL 481-3 or 482-4

One year of General Chemistry CHEM 103/106

One semester of Organic Chemistry CHEM 330/340

One year of Physics PES 101/102, 115/215

One semester of Calculus MATH 135

One semester of Statistics MATH 310 or equivalent

Area Requirements

Human Biology

Human Anatomy and Physiology 201-4, 202-4

Biomedical Aspects of Aging 204-3

Nutrition for Health Sciences 205-3

Human Physiology 321-3

Exercise Physiology 330-3

Histology and Lab 360-3, 365-1

Vertebrate Embryology 361-4

Health and Fitness 403-3

Advanced Nutrition 430-3

Biomechanics/Kinesiology 455-3

Human Metabolism 477-3

Pathobiology 490-4

Tumor Biology 496-3

Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology

Microbiology 203-4

Microbiology: Bacteriology/Mycology and Lab 310-3, 311-1

Microbiology: Virology and Lab 314-3, 315-1

Histology and Lab 360-4, 365-1

Vertebrate Embryology 361-4

Genetics Laboratory 384-2

Immunology 391-3

Biochemistry 481-3 or 482-4

Molecular Genetics 484-3

Molecular Biology Laboratory 485-4

Biochemistry Laboratory 486-3

Principles of Flow Cytometry 488-3

Advanced Flow Cytometry 489-3

Biotechnology I 491-4

Biotechnology II 492-4

Organismic and Environmental Biology

Plants of Colorado 313-3

Animal Physiology 322-3

General Ecology 370-3

Evolution 425-3

Biogeography 426-4

Mammalogy 428-4

Plant Communities of Colorado 429-4

Plant Physiology 440-4

Animal Ecology 443-4

Winter Ecology 444-3

Graduate Courses

Seminar in Biology 501-1

Health and Fitness 503-3

Scientific Basis of Athletic Performance 510-3

Injury Prevention and Treatment 523-3

Advanced Exercise Physiology 530-3

Biomechanics/Kinesiology 555-3

Externship in Biology 571-1 to 12

Human Metabolism 577-3

Basic Laboratory Methods in Sports Physiology 579-3

Analytical Methods in Sports Physiology580-3

Biochemistry 581-3, 582-4

Molecular Biology 584-3

Molecular Biology Laboratory 585-4

Biochemistry Laboratory 586-3

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology of Lipids and Membranes 587-3

Principles of Flow Cytometry 588-3

Advanced Flow Cytometry 589-3

Pathobiology 590-4

Biotechnology I 591-4

Biotechnology II 592-4

Advanced Biomechanics 636-2

Tumor Biology 696-3

Suggested 4-year Curriculum for a B.A. in Biology

The following is a suggested four-year curriculum for a student wishing to obtain a degree in Biology. The department also offers four areas of emphasis: Biotechnology/Biochemistry, Organismic Biology, Exercise Science, and Health Sciences. A degree option is available for elementary, secondary and special education teachers. Please contact the Student Success Center or the College of Education for further information.

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

Total Hours 120

Course Suggestions for Biology Majors with Various Interests

Biotechnology/Biochemistry Course Suggestions
Advisers: Berry-Lowe and Guerra

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

Total Hours 120

Recommended But Not Required.

Microbiology

Analytical Chemistry

General Ecology

Computer Science

Biotechnology I, II

Health Sciences Course Suggestions

Adviser: Pigage

Freshman Year

BIOL 110, 111 and 115, 116 General Biology and Labs      8

CHEM 103, 106 General Chemistryand Labs               10

MATH 135, Calculus I                                                        4

College/Departmental Requirements/ Electives              10

                                                                                      32

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

Total Hours 120

*Required by some veterinary schools

Organismic Biology Course Suggestions

Adviser: Pigage

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

BIOL 383 Genetics                                              3

College/Departmental Requirements/Electives 27

                                                                       30

Senior Year

BIOL 401 Seminar                                                1

BIOL 481 Biochemistry                                         3

College/Departmental Requirements/Electives 26

                                                                        30

Total Hours 120

Exercise Science Course Suggestions

Advisers: Burke and Berning

Freshman Year

BIOL 110, 111 and 115, 116 General Biology and Labs  8

CHEM 103, 106 General Chemistry and Labs           10

MATH 135 Calculus I                                                    4

College/Departmental Requirements/Electives         10

                                                                                 32

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

Total Hours 120

Recommended But Not Required:

Biomedical Aspects of Aging

Nutrition for Health Sciences

Laboratory Methods in Sports Science

Pathobiology

Pre-Allied Health Advisory Program (PAHAP) Administered by the Department of Biology

Adviser: Pigage

Choice of Profession

A student should make an appointment with the PAHAP adviser and provide a transcript of any previous college work. The PAHAP adviser will introduce the student to the various professions which are available and appropriate for each individual student. The adviser will discuss, in detail, the programs in which the student has an interest. The student may be asked to read and study material from a number of sources before committing himself or herself to a given profession.

Establishment of a Curriculum

Once a student has chosen a profession, the student and the PAHAP adviser will prepare a tentative academic program with the following considerations:

1. Major field.

2. Core curriculum for the major.

3. Electives within the major.

4. Lower- and upper-division requirements for the degree.

5. Lower- and upper-division electives for the degree.

6. Courses and units needed for admission into allied health programs at other institutions where the student will further his or her training.

Special Considerations

The variation in preparation for the large number of allied health programs may dictate that a student fulfill requirements other than those of the regular University curriculum. These requirements may include practical experience through externships, previous certification, or technical training. In such cases, the student will be advised and such special considerations will be included in the student’s overall pre-allied health career program.

Note: A laboratory fee is charged for all biology courses with formal laboratories and/or field work.

Note: All 300 level courses and above presume having General Biology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and General Physics.

Honors Program

The Department of Biology offers a program for honors in biology to outstanding senior students at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. Individuals wishing to take advantage of this program should contact the department no later than the beginning of their final semester.

Qualifications for admission to the departmental honors program shall consist of a minimum grade point average of 3.5 in Biology and a minimum of 3.0 overall. The qualified student must complete BIOL 949 to be eligible for the Honors Program. Through the recommendation of the faculty of the Department of Biology, the successful honor student’s degree diploma will bear the citation "With Distinction (High Distinction, Highest Distinction) in Biology"

Students are encouraged to consult a faculty adviser in the department for help in planning their individual programs.

Master of Basic Science (M.B.S.) — Biology

The Department of Biology is part of the Masters of Basic Science (MBS) program. For applications and initial advising contact the Biology Graduate Coordinator. The Department of Biology offers two areas of emphasis within the MBS program.

The Exercise Science program is the only one of its kind in the country organized by cooperative efforts between a university and amateur sports. The Exercise Science option is offered in conjunction with the U.S. governing bodies for U.S.O.C. Coordinators for this option are Drs. Berning and Broker.

The Biochemistry program offers the opportunity for students to carry out research with faculty active in the fields of molecular biology, immunology, biotechnology, and biochemistry. The coordinator for this option is Dr. Guerra.

Students enrolled in the MBS program will have the opportunity to take courses in a variety of disciplines, which may include Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, and Engineering. Upon successful completion of the program, the degree of Master of Basic Science (MBS) is conferred. For application information contact the Graduate School (http://web. uccs.edu/gradschl/gradpage.html).

Graduate School Application Information

An applicant for admission to the Graduate School must obtain an application packet from the office of the program to which application for an advanced degree is being made. Admission to the Graduate School is not admission to candidacy for an advanced degree. A student who wishes to become a candidate for a degree must make special application at the time and in the manner prescribed by the requirements for the degree sought. For complete information refer to the current Bulletin or contact the following:

Dean, Graduate School University of Colorado at Colorado Springs 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway Colorado Springs, CO 80918

(719) 262-3121