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• BIOL 106: Human Genetics & Health

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Demonstrates how genetics and molecular biology contribute to human health with emphasis on inherited diseases, genetic therapies, and individualized medicine. Introduces the therapeutic uses of stem cells, the genetics of cancer, and the utilization of vaccines in the treatment and prevention of human disease.
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• BIOL 107: Intro to Forensic Biology

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Overviews the basic principles underlying modern applications of biology in forensic science. Explores the science of forensic biology, traditionally known as serology, and the broad scope of laboratory tests used to investigate crimes involving DNA, blood, and other body fluids. Focuses on the issues related to DNA fingerprinting as they apply to public or legal proceedings in the law enforcement arena.
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• BIOL 115: Biotic Diversity of North Amer

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Introduces students to the plants, animals, interactions, and functions of major North American aquatic and terrestrial biomes, and explores the impact of changes in climate, biodiversity, energy demands, and human population growth on these ecosystems.
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• BIOL 116: Human Genetics & Health Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Demonstrates our broad reliance on genetics through application of molecular and genetic tools to investigate aspects of disease, inheritance, microbial/viral infection, and antibiotic resistance.
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• BIOL 117: Understand HIV Biology & Aids

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Introduces the mode of infection and prevention of AIDS virus which are used as an illustration of biological principles. Profiles biological indicators for HIV disease and its progression to AIDS. Emphasizes therapeutic and non-therapeutic approaches to treat HIV infections.
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• BIOL 118: History of Pain

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Describes the anatomical and physiological foundation of pain based on contemporary science. Examines the history of scientific theories and hypotheses about understanding the pain mechanism. Introduces students to the status of pain in various societies throughout the ages.
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• BIOL 119: Emerging Diseases

  3.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Provides an understanding of the biological basis of infectious diseases and the social, historical and ethical consequences of these types of afflictions. Covers background material such as the germ theory of disease and the cell theory at an introductory level. Includes specific cases of emerging or reemerging infectious diseases with emphasis on current events relating to disease outbreaks.
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• BIOL 150: Human Anatomy

  4.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  A study of the functional and systematic anatomy of humans. Laboratory studies focus on models of human organs and systems along with a dissected human cadaver. Also includes mammals whose anatomy is then related to the human condition.
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• BIOL 200: Medical Terminology

  2.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  Requires students to not only learn vocabulary, but also the proper pronunciation of medical terms. A class limit is requested to accommodate pedagogical approaches to developing oral pronunciation skills.
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• BIOL 201: Prin of Ecology & Evolution

  4.00 Credits

  Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

  
  An introduction to ecology, including physiological and behavioral ecology, population and community ecology, and ecosystem and landscape ecology, and to evolution, including natural selection and population genetics, speciation, and phylogenetic history and systematics of life. Develops skills in the use of the scientific method. For science majors.
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