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• BIOL 441: Mgt Lg Impnd & Strms

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces the evaluation and management of streams, rivers, natural lakes, and large impoundments for optimal sport fishing. ?
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• BIOL 442: Adv Virology

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Examines the common strategies viruses employ to infect diverse hosts as well as the unique characteristics of viral pathogenesis in the human host. Topics will focus on the molecular events in the infection and replication of viruses in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, how viruses cause disease in humans, the host response to virus infection, and the control of viruses infecting humans. Viruses infecting other organisms, including insects and plants will be examined. Prerequisite:    BIOL340
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• BIOL 443: Molecular Biology

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Presents the practical and theoretical aspects of molecular biology with a focus on the principles and techniques underlying the chemical and physical aspects of living systems. A study of the structure and activities of biological molecules and the flow of information in a biological system which, properly integrated, constitute all forms of life. Prerequisite:    BIOL211 OR BIO3370 OR BLGY271
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• BIOL 444: Molecular Bio Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces the practical and theoretical aspects of molecular biology for an experimental focus on the principles and techniques underlying the chemical and physical aspects of living systems. A study of the structure and activities of biological molecules and the flow of information in a biological system which, properly integrated, constitute all forms of life. Prerequisite:    BIOL443 OR BIO330 OR BIO4470 OR BLGY333 Corequisite:    BIOL443
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• BIOL 445: Pharmacology

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Presents common drugs used in a healthcare setting. Basic principles of pharmacology and medication are covered. Commonly prescribed drug groups are discussed, specifically addressing the drug's effects on physiology and disease. Prerequisite:    BIOL100 OR BIO3310 OR BIOL474 OR BLGY100 OR BLGY475
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• BIOL 446: Immunology

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces components and functions of the immune system, with application to infectious disease, organ transplantation and cancer.? Additionally, conditions involving the immune system such as immunodeficiencies (including AIDS), allergies and autoimmune diseases are covered. Prerequisite:    BIOL211 OR BIO3370 OR BLGY271
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• BIOL 447: Immunology Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Explores immunological principles using hands-on, field-related techniques and investigations. Provides students with experiences and approaches to address immunological questions through experimentation. Prerequisite:    BIOL446
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• BIOL 448: Advanced Parasitology

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Surveys host-parasite relationships and life cycles of human and animal parasites with an emphasis is on pathogenesis, immunological response, and treatment of medically-important parasites using primary literature and other current resources. Laboratory will include morphological examination of parasitic protozoa, helminths, and arthropods as well as critical review and analysis of current research in medical parasitology. Prerequisite:    BIOL340
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• BIOL 450: Developmental Bio

  1.00 - 2.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Addresses the genetic, molecular, cellular and morphological changes that occur during early animal development. Structural, functional, and molecular changes in cells, tissues, and organs during the development of animals will be emphasized. Students apply the scientific method and techniques commonly used in the study of developing organisms in the laboratory. Prerequisite:    BIOL209 OR BIO202 OR BIO225 OR BIO3372 OR BIOL208 OR BLGY233 OR BLGY332
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• BIOL 451: Conservation Biology

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Presents the science of preserving biodiversity and sustaining the earth. The course draws on and synthesizes information from ecology, evolution, genetics, philosophy, economics, sociology, and political science. Emphasis is placed on developing strategies for preserving populations, species, biological communities, and ecosystems in the face of growing human populations and their impact on the environment. The course applies scientific principles and theory to address management strategies that preserve the richness of life on earth. Prerequisite:    BIOL301
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