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Biology
Phillips
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(715) 836-4166
http://www.uwec.edu/Lists/Acad.htm
Paula Kleintjes, Chair
Julie Anderson, Kristina Beuning, Winnifred Bryant,
Rodolfo Buiser, Donald Christian, Chris Floyd, Mitchell Freymiller, Lois
Helland, Daniel Herman, Y. Tim Ho, Daniel Janik, Michelle Kettler, Susan
Krueger, Tali Lee, David Lonzarich, Johanna Oosterwyk, Joseph Rohrer,
Sasha Showsh, Wilson Taylor, Lloyd Turtinen, Evan Weiher, Michael Weil,
Todd Wellnitz, Darwin Wittrock.
To Biology
Course Descriptions
Honor
Societies and Student Organizations:
Biology Club
is a student organization for those interested in Biology. Beta Beta Beta,
Biology Honor society, is dedicated to improving the understanding and
appreciation of biological study and extending the boundaries of human
knowledge through scientific research. These two organizations meet
jointly on a monthly basis. Meetings provide opportunities to meet other
biology majors/minors and professors, hear speakers on various biology
related topics, learn about possible internships and research
opportunities, and participate in fun activities such as trips to science
museums, aquariums, and zoos.
http://www.uwec.edu/bioclub.
Biologists
study the diversity, function, and interconnection of living organisms on
earth from the molecular and cellular level to that of the whole organism.
It is a broad science with many subdisciplines that range from the
theoretical to the applied and from the microbe to the biome. Biological
knowledge and understanding is essential for the intelligent evaluation of
a range of issues facing civilization whether they be emerging diseases;
invasive species and loss of biodiversity; or advances in medical,
biotechnological, and ecological research.
The mission of
the Department is to build a community that will instill an enthusiasm for
lifetime learning in the biological sciences through education, research,
and service to students, faculty/staff, and the public-at-large. We aim to
provide students with basic concepts and skills as well as an enlightening
and participatory learning environment via coursework, seminars, and
collaborative research opportunities so that they may solve problems and
confront issues of the future whether they be scientific, social,
political, or ethical in context. We also aim to provide an atmosphere
that assists students in identifying career possibilities consistent with
their interests and abilities in the life sciences.
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CORE
REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL BIOLOGY MAJORS
Biology,
Liberal Arts (Code 080-203);
Biology, Teaching (Code 080-205).
|
Credits |
| 110
Ecology and Evolution |
4 |
| 111
Essentials of Cell Biology and Genetics |
4 |
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211
Organism Form and Function |
5 |
| Capstone
Experience* |
minimum 1 |
| Total
Core Requirements |
14 |
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*Each major is required to complete a capstone
experience which includes one of the following: Biol 385
Undergraduate Seminar, Biol 485 Issues in Biology, Biol 496 Teaching
Apprenticeship, or Biol 497 Senior Research Seminar. |
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MAJOR:
BIOLOGY,
Liberal Arts (Code 080-203)
Thirty-six semester credits, including:
1. Core Requirements for all majors, above.
2. Additional biology courses not specifically excluded from the biology
major to complete the 36 credit total in biology. This must include at
least ONE of the following 300-level or higher organismal diversity
courses: Biol 311, 325, 331, 332, 340, 345, 352, 356, 361, 362, 369, 379,
392, 410, or applicable diversity course at the Gulf Coast Research
Laboratory.
3. In addition to the 36 credits in biology, a math requirement of Math
114, Calculus I, and a one-year chemistry requirement of 8-10 semester
credits chosen from Chem 103 and 104, or 115 and a 200-level or higher
chemistry course.
NOTE: Math 114 satisfies GE-IB and Chem 103, 104, or 115 satisfy GE-IIB.
Although not required, it is suggested that biology majors consider taking
Engl 305 or 308 for GE-IA, Phys 211/212 for GE-IIE, Phil 306, 320, or 355
for GE-IVB, and CS 170 for GE-V, or consult with an adviser for other
appropriate GE courses to complement personal interests and the major.
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MAJOR: BIOLOGY,
Teaching (Code 080-205)
Thirty-six
semester credits, including:
1. Core Requirements for all majors, above.
2. A minimum of one field course from 311, 320, 325, 330, 331, 332, 336,
338, 340, 345, 356, 362, 365, 369, 370, 375, 376, 379, 393, Pigeon Lake,
or Gulf Coast Research Laboratory courses.
3. Additional biology courses not specifically excluded from the biology
major to complete the 36-credit total in biology (214/314 and 361
recommended).
4. In addition to the 36-credits in biology, chemistry requirement of 8-10
semester credits chosen from Chem 103 and 104, or 115 and a 200-level or
higher chemistry course.
This major
leads to licensure to teach in Early Adolescence through Adolescence
classrooms.
NOTE: See also Information for Teaching Majors, below.
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COMPREHENSIVE
MAJOR
BIOCHEMISTRY / MOLECULAR BIOLOGY,
Liberal Arts (Code
090-001) See Multidisciplinary Programs.
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MINOR:
BIOLOGY,
General—Liberal Arts (Code 080-401)
A minimum of
24 credits, including Biol 110, 111, 211, and at least one of the
following 300-level or higher organismal diversity courses: Biol 311, 325,
331, 332, 340, 345, 352, 356, 361, 362, 369, 379, 392, 410, or applicable
diversity course at the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory.
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MINOR:
BIOLOGY,
Teaching (Code 080-403)
A minimum of 24 credits, including Biol 110, 111, and
eleven credits 300-level or higher. This minor leads to licensure to teach
in Early Adolescence through Adolescence classrooms when taken with an
appropriate teaching major.
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DEPARTMENTAL
HONORS IN BIOLOGY
Eligibility: Upper-class students with resident and total GPAs of
3.30 or higher and a 3.50 or higher in at least 12 credits of biology.
Procedure: A written application for Departmental Honors in Biology
shall be approved by the research adviser and the departmental honors
committee.
Requirements:
1. The satisfactory completion of (a) 5-7 credits of registration in
Honors Research including the writing of a research paper. A grade will be
given for the total research credits only upon completion of the research
paper; (b) Biol 385 or Biol 497 where the results of the honors research
will be presented; (c) final approval by faculty and academic staff of the
Department of Biology.
2. Resident and total GPAs of 3.50 or higher in both the biology major and
for all credits attempted to meet graduation requirements.
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INFORMATION
FOR ALL MAJORS
NOTE 1: For students planning to do graduate work in
biology, attention is called to the importance of mathematics, the
physical sciences, and languages; courses in these areas should be chosen
in consultation with the major adviser.
NOTE 2: A year of chemistry is required for a major in biology and should
be started during the freshman year.
NOTE 3: Majors are encouraged to take advantage of the special
opportunities available in summer courses at the Pigeon Lake Field Station
or the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory, Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Gulf
Coast courses are listed as a group at the end of the Biology section in
this catalogue. Interested students should consult the department chair.
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INFORMATION
FOR TEACHING MAJORS
NOTE 1: Biology majors entering teaching must take Biol
180 or Geog 178 to satisfy Wisconsin DPI requirements in Conservation.
NOTE 2: Completion of the following requirements and CI 359 may be used in
lieu of a minor and adds Broadfield Science licensure to the Teaching
major:
A. Fourteen credits from one of the following areas: (1) Chem 103, 104,
and 213 or other chemistry courses at the 200-level or higher; (2) Phys
211, 212, plus six credits above 200-level, or 231, 232, plus four credits
above 200-level; (3) Geol 110 or 115; Geog 104; Phys 226; one course from
Geol 102, 301, 308, 418, or Phys 229.
B. Eight credits in each of the two areas not selected in A above: (1)
Chem 103, 104; (2) Phys 211 and 212, or 231 and 232; (3) Geol 110 or 115;
Geog 104; Phys 226, 229.
C. Seven credits from Math 109, 111, 112, 114, 246.
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SATISFACTORY
/ UNSATISFACTORY
POLICY
Students majoring or minoring in biology may count as part
of their major or minor requirements no more than one course (Biol 110,
111, 296, or 496) taken under the Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory option.
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COURSES
OFFERED AT THE GULF COAST RESEARCH LABORATORY,
OCEAN SPRINGS, MISSISSIPPI
UW-Eau Claire maintains a formal affiliation with the Gulf
Coast Research Laboratory (GCRL) in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Through
this arrangement, students may take field courses in marine science at
GCRL during the summer. Credits for these courses are awarded through the
University of Southern Mississippi and will be accepted as transfer credit
at UW-Eau Claire. The following is a list of the biology courses taught at
GCRL, the undergraduate/graduate level, and number of credits. Additional
marine science courses are listed under Geology.
Marine Science I: Oceanography (U) 5 crs.
Marine Science II: Marine Biology (U) 5 crs.
Coastal Vegetation (U/G) 3 crs.
Marine Phycology (U/G) 4 crs.
Salt Marsh Plant Ecology (U/G) 4 crs.
Marine Invertebrate Zoology (U/G) 6 crs.
Marine Ichthyology (U/G) 6 crs.
Marine Microbiology (U/G) 5 crs.
Marine Mammals (U/G) 5 crs.
Comparative Histology of Marine Organisms (U/G) 6 crs.
Marine Fisheries Management (U/G) 4 crs.
Fauna and Faunistic Ecology of Tidal Marshes (U/G) 4 crs.
Early Life History of Marine Fishes (G) 4 crs.
Marine Ecology (U/G) 5 crs.
Parasites of Marine Animals (U/G) 6 crs.
Marine Aquaculture (U/G) 6 crs.
Coastal Ecology for Teachers (U/G) 4 crs.
Special Problems in Marine Science (U/G) 1-6 crs.
Special Topics in Marine Science (U/G) 1-6 crs.
Applications of Biotechnology in Marine Science (U/G) 6 crs.
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