A systems approach to the study of basic human anatomy and physiology designed for non-biology majors. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Not applicable toward the biology major.
- Faculty: ERIC ESSICK
This course will introduce you to (1) the evolutionary processes that both generate this species diversity and shape variation within populations, (2) how these evolutionary processes relate to the astonishing diversity we observe in organismal behavior, physiology and ecology, (3) the fit of organisms to their ecologies, (4) the interactions between species and their environments, and (5) plant & animal biology, including morphology, physiology and diversity. The overarching goal of the course is for students to learn fundamental concepts in evolution and ecology and diversity via examples of species adaptations and interactions. An additional goal is to develop critical analytical skills via case studies, interactive lab protocols, and hands-on observations of plant and animal structures.
- Faculty: Natalia Hubbs
- Faculty: Rebecca Penny
This course is designed to introduce students to the structure and function of cells, including basic chemistry, metabolism, mitosis, meiosis, genetics, and protein synthesis. In the lab component of this course, students will learn to use microbiological techniques to isolate, culture and study soil-derived microbes.
- Faculty: REBECCA FLAHERTY
- Faculty: JENNIFER HESS
- Faculty: Natalia Hubbs
Prerequisites: BY155, 156.
- Faculty: REBECCA FLAHERTY
- Faculty: JENNIFER HESS
This course focuses primarily on eukaryotic cell biology, and it will introduce students to topics including: (1) biosynthesis, structure and function of important cellular macromolecules, (2) cell membrane structure and transport (3) intracellular compartmentalization and organelle function (4) endocytosis, exocytosis & movement of vesicles within the cell (5) intracellular energy transformation (6) motility, and (7) cell signaling in the context of homeostasis and disease. Students will also gain experience analyzing, discussing, and presenting current scientific research.
- Faculty: REBECCA FLAHERTY
Senior seminar is a concentrated study of a single topic. This semester, we will be exploring the cellular mechanisms of natural remedies. Library research and oral presentation are required of all participants. Students will be expected to attend all presentations of their seminar topic and twelve additional science division presentations throughout their Aquinas experience.
- Faculty: REBECCA FLAHERTY
Concentrated study of the Evolutionary Ecology of Pollination. Library research and oral presentation required of all participants. Students will be expected to attend all presentations of their seminar topic and twelve additional science division presentations throughout their Aquinas experience.
- Faculty: Rebecca Penny