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Spring 2012
Apr 24,2024 |
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| BIOL 100 - INDEPENDENT STUDY: BIOLOGY |
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Limited opportunities to enroll for course work on an Independent Study basis are available. A student interested in this option should obtain an Independent Study Registration Form from the Registrar, have it completed by the instructor and school dean involved, and return it to the Registrar's Office. Consult the current Schedule of Classes for policies concerning Independent Study.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study Biology Department |
| BIOL 101 - INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY |
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This course examines the development of biology as a science from the ancient world to the present. The course will examine unifying principles of biology such as genetic/evolutionary theory as central themes of modern biology. Representative organisms will be used to illustrate how organisms, using basic plans found widely in nature, are adapted to their environment. This course will emphasize biological science as a process for gaining information about the natural world using the techniques and understanding of 21st century science. Individual course sections may focus on aspects of biology such as biodiversity or human anatomy and physiology.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture, Lecture/Online, Online Course Biology Department Course Attributes: OLD GE-SCIENCE W EXPERIENTIAL |
| BIOL 110 - FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOLOGY I: LECTURE AND LAB |
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An introduction to the principles of biological science. This first semester of a two-semester sequence will cover the cell from its chemical composition, structure, and function to the nature of information coding and transmission. This course also surveys the major phyla of animals, plants and fungi. Three hours of lecture and four hours of recitation/laboratory. Required for some science majors. NOTE: Dissection of plant or animal material is carried out in the laboratory portion of this course. Please refer to the Student Handbook for the College's dissection policy. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture All Sections for this Course Biology Department Course Attributes: OLD GE-SCIENCE W EXPERIENTIAL, WRITING INTENSIVE |
| BIOL 112 - FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOLOGY II: LECTURE AND LAB |
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A continuation of Fundamentals of Biology I. It will examine mechanisms for maintaining individual and species homeostasis in plants and animals including physiological, behavioral, and reproductive strategies. An introduction to Ecology and Population Biology concludes this course. Three hours of lecture and four hours of recitation/laboratory. NOTE: Dissection of plant or animal material is carried out in the laboratory portion of this course. Please refer to the Student Handbook for the College's dissection policy. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab Biology Department Course Attributes: OLD GE-SCIENCE W EXPERIENTIAL |
| BIOL 198 - TRANSFER ELECTIVE |
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This course designation describes a transfer course from another institution where an equivalency to a Ramapo College course has not been determined. Upon convener evaluation, this course ID may be changed to an equivalent of a Ramapo College course or may fulfill a requirement.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 199 - TRANSFER ELECTIVE |
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This course designation is used to describe a transfer course from another institution which has been evaluated by the convener. A course with this course number has no equivalent Ramapo course. It may fulfill a requirement or may count as a free elective.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 200 - INDEPENDENT STUDY: BIOLOGY |
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Limited opportunities to enroll for course work on an Independent Study basis are available. A student interested in this option should obtain an Independent Study Registration Form from the Registrar, have it completed by the instructor and school dean involved, and return it to the Registrar's Office. Consult the current Schedule of Classes for policies concerning Independent Study.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study Biology Department |
| BIOL 205 - TROPICAL BOTANY |
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(Study Abroad course) A lecture/field course, Tropical Botany focuses on the general relationships between the physical environment and the growth and development of tropical plants. Emphasis is on plant structure and function, nomenclature, cultural requirements, and non-traditional production methods for food crops and ornamental plants. Attention is also directed toward the transfer of technology for improving prevailing production methods. Students will have lecture and discussion sessions at the University of the West Indies and will do on-site field studies at fruit, coffee, vegetable, and ornamental plant production facilities along the north and south coastal plains and in the central highlands of Jamaica. Visits will also include excursions to local commercial market areas in Negril, Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, Mandeville, and Port Antonio. Note: The course will be delivered in two parts: morning lectures from 8:30-11:50 and afternoon field work from 2:00-5:20.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 211 - MICROBIOLOGY: HEALTH SCIENCES |
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An introduction to the study of the biology and chemistry of microorganisms. The relation of microorganisms to other biological systems and the general microbiological aspects of infectious diseases (host-parasite relations) will be stressed. Three hours of lecture/discussion and four hours of laboratory. This course does NOT count as an elective in either the Biology major or the Biochemistry major. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture All Sections for this Course Biology Department |
| BIOL 213 - ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I: LECTURE AND LAB |
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A study of the relationship between structure and function of the body through an examination of tissues, organs and systems. The first semester of the two-semester sequence studies the integumentory skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular immune and respiratory systems. NOTE: Dissection of plant or animal material is carried out in the laboratory portion of this course. Please refer to the Student Handbook for the College's dissection policy. ***Both Anatomy and Physiology I and II must be successfully completed to be credited towards the elective requirement for the Biology major. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 215 - ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II: LECTURE AND LAB |
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A continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I. major systems studied this semester include: nervous, sensory, endocrine, reproductive, and digestive, nutrition, and metabolism. Three hours of lecture and four hours of recitation/laboratory. NOTE: Dissection of plant or animal material is carried out in the laboratory portion of this course. Please refer to the Student Handbook for the College's dissection policy. ***Both BIOL 213 and BIOL 215 must be successfully completed to be credited towards the elective requirement for the Biology major. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture All Sections for this Course Biology Department |
| BIOL 221 - GENERAL ECOLOGY |
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An exploration of the field of ecology, with emphasis on ecosystem function and structure, interrelationships of plant and animal communities, population dynamics, biogeography, and a survey of representative ecosystems.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 227 - GENERAL BOTANY I: LECTURE AND LAB |
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A survey of plant biology, with emphasis on the structure and function of the life forms, reproductive cycles and adaptations of the major groups of plants. NOTE: Dissection of plant or animal material is carried out in the laboratory portion of this course. Please refer to the Student Handbook for the College's dissection policy. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 232 - PLANT IDENTIFICATION |
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Woody Plant Materials -- A study of trees, shrubs and vines (Angiosperms & Gymnosperms). Emphasis is on identification, use and value as landscape materials and environmental requirements.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 234 - PLANT PROPAGATION: LECTURE AND LAB |
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The course addresses the fundamentals of growth and development of higher plants, including the response of plants to environmental stresses and how these stresses can be modified. The course covers aspects of the morphology and anatomy essential to an understanding of propagation practices, nutrition, and photosynthesis. Emphasis is given to the latest techniques in biotechnology in applied horticulture, and the necessity of plants for animal life, food, shelter, and aesthetic enjoyment. Principles of pest management in fruits and vegetables, agronomic, crops, turf, and ornamental plants are also considered. Major plant groups are used to illustrate sexual and asexual reproduction and how plants respond to changing environments. Live plant materials are used substantially in a greenhouse setting to illustrate fundamental concepts and principles of plant growth and development.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 247 - MEDICINAL PLANTS |
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Perspectives in the history, development and applications of wild and cultivated plants possessing properties for sustaining health, healing ailments and curing diseases. Emphasis is on the identification, distribution, propagation, and cultivation, of those determined to have medicinal, nourishing, psychoactive, or injurious qualities. Attention is also given to certain species used exclusively for culinary purposes
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 298 - TRANSFER ELECTIVE |
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This course designation describes a transfer course from another institution where an equivalency to a Ramapo College course has not been determined. Upon convener evaluation, this course ID may be changed to an equivalent of a Ramapo College course or may fulfill a requirement.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 299 - TRANSFER ELECTIVE |
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This course designation is used to describe a transfer course from another institution which has been evaluated by the convener. A course with this course number has no equivalent Ramapo course. It may fulfill a requirement or may count as a free elective.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 300 - INDEPENDENT STUDY: BIOLOGY |
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Limited opportunities to enroll for course work on an Independent Study basis are available. A Student interested in this option should obtain an Independent Study Registration Form from the Registrar, have it completed by the instructor and school dean involved, and return it to the Registrar's Office. Consult the current Schedule of Classes for policies concerning Independent Study.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study Biology Department |
| BIOL 303 - BIOLOGY OF DEVELOPMENT |
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A study of the processes which proceed during embryogenesis. Discussions concerned with genetic differentiation, hormonal and tissue interactions at gross and molecular levels; as well as abiotic factors which affect development will be included. NOTE: Dissection of plant or animal material is carried out in the laboratory portion of this course. Please refer to the Student Handbook for the College's dissection policy. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 310 - MICROBIOLOGY: LECTURE AND LAB |
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Successful completion of this course provides knowledge of the biology, chemistry and genetics of microorganisms; the relation of microorganisms to other biological systems; role of microorganisms in our environment; food, industrial, pharmaceutical and applied microbiology. This course is primarily designed for students with Life Sciences and Biochemistry background, however, students from other fields will also find it quite useful to them since the instructor will introduce several general microbiology topics as well. Three hours of lecture/discussion and four hours of laboratory. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 315 - FIELD BIOLOGY AND ECOLOGY |
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(Lab) A field based lab course introducing basic skills in field biology and ecology. Through the use of keys and field experience, students will gain expertise in identifying several of the major tree species of northern New Jersey (as well as representative species of other major plant groups) and study their ecological relationships. In addition, methodologies for studying ecosystems will be introduced and several ecosystem types will be explored (upland forests, flood plain forests, marshes, successional old fields). Basic ecological concepts (e.g., species diversity, succession, species interactions) will be directly applied to analyze the field data which is collected.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 321 - FIELD BOTANY: LECTURE AND LAB |
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An ability to identify plants is a basic component of field oriented biological studies and the delineation of wetlands. This course will focus on the identification, classification and nomenclature of plants, with special emphasis on the local flora and on developing the ability to work with plants of any region. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 322 - PLANT PHYSIOLOGY LEC/LAB |
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This course is a study of the mechanisms for plants to function and grow. Topics include: water and mineral nutrients, carbon metabolism, regulation of plant growth and development, response of plants to environmental stresses, and plant biotechnology in both lecture and laboratory. Lab Fee: $50
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture All Sections for this Course Biology Department |
| BIOL 323 - COMPARATIVE VERTEBRATE PHYSIOLOGY |
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We will explore the physiological mechanisms used by vertebrates to function in diverse environments. Evolution provides a unifying concept for the course, which takes a comparative approach, searching for connections and contrasts among extant and extinct groups of organisms. Special emphasis will be paid to exploring methods by which vertebrates solve problems concerned with movement, food, energy, temperature, gas exchange and water balance.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 325 - COMPARATIVE VERTEBRATE ANATOMY: LECTURE AND LAB |
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A study of the phylogeny of gross structure and structural integration in the vertebrates. Amphioxus, lamprey, dogfish, and cat will be dissected during laboratory sessions. NOTE: Dissection of plant or animal material is carried out in the laboratory portion of this course. Please refer to the Student Handbook for the College's dissection policy. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 331 - GENETICS: LECTURE AND LAB |
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A study of the mechanisms of inheritance and gene action from the molecular to the organismic and population levels. Topics include: Mendalian principles, molecular genetics, genetic mapping, population genetics and quantitative genetics in both lecture and laboratory. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture All Sections for this Course Biology Department |
| BIOL 343 - NEUROSCIENCE |
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A survey of the nervous system designed for upper level science students. The course will focus on the human, beginning with coverage of the structure and function of the brain and spinal cord. Following, there will be discussions on sensory systems, motor systems and higher order functions which involve the hypothalamus, limbic system, reticular formation, thalamus and cortex.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 345 - NUTRITION AND HUMAN METABOLISM |
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This advanced course in nutrition is intended for students with a particular interest in nutrition or who are seeking a career in the health sciences. The course begins with topics in the cellular and chemical mechanisms of digestion and absorption. The pathways of energy metabolism and the general metabolism of macro-nutrients will be studied. The course will also consider the metabolic rate and health impact of vitamins, minerals and fiber. The importance of energy balance and body composition and their relationship to obesity will be an important course topic. This course assumes some knowledge of biology, chemistry and/or nutrition.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 349 - HISTOLOGY: LECTURE AND LAB |
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The complimentary relationship between structure and function will be explored at the microscopic level, and how these structures integrate into systems and complex organisms will be studied. Primarily vertebrate/mammalian histology will be emphasized in the course. Laboratory studies will include the preparation of tissue for light microscopy and the examination and interpretation of slides. Three hours lecture, four hours recitation/laboratory. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 356 - EVOLUTION |
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A discussion of the principles and mechanics of evolution, including the history of evolutionary theory and the distribution of organisms with respect to time and space. Particular emphasis is given to modern concepts of evolution at the population and species levels, as well as to adaptive radiation.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department Course Attributes: WRITING INTENSIVE |
| BIOL 357 - IMMUNOLOGY |
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A study of the chemical and physical properties of antigens and antibodies, their reactions, the basis of cell mediated and hormonal immunity, manifestations of the immune response and examination of current theories of differentiation and development of immunocompetence.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 358 - MARINE INVERTEBRATE BIOLOGY: LECTURE AND LAB |
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A survey of the major phyla of invertebrate animals with special emphasis on those groups that inhabit the marine environment. The morphology, development, and life history will be discussed. The laboratory covers the systematics of the phyla and experiments demonstrating the characteristics of each group. NOTE: Dissection of plant or animal material is carried out in the laboratory portion of this course. Please refer to the Student Handbook for the College's dissection policy. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 388 - CO-OP/INTERNSHIP BIOLOGY |
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An academic program in which students are placed in work positions relevant to their academic majors and career goals. The program integrates academic work on-campus with supervised off-campus work experience in both the public and private sectors. Students may take up to two Co-ops in their academic career at Ramapo College. Students must be at least a Sophomore and have a 2.0 or better average to be eligible. Transfer students must have completed at least 16 credits at Ramapo.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Co-Op Biology Department |
| BIOL 390 - TOPICS: |
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The descriptions and topics of this course change from semester-to-semester, as well as from instructor-to-instructor. Prerequisite: varies with the topic offered.
Spring 2008 topic: BIOL 390 PLANT DIVERSITY: ALL THINGS GREEN AND WONDERFUL. From the humblest unicellular alga to the mighty angiosperms that rule the world, the major players in the evolutionary history of plants will be the objects of our inquiries. What were some of the "obstacles" plants had to overcome to transition from aquatic to terrestrial habitats, and how were those obstacles overcome? Why aren't mushrooms, seaweed, or lichens considered plants? Do plants occur in the fossil record? Why are there so many variations on the theme of alternation of generations, and can any trends be detected in these variations? Why are there so many species of angiosperms now? These are some of the questions we will explore through a combination of lectures, readings, discussions, and lab investigations. Prerequisites: BIOL 110 and 112.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 398 - TRANSFER ELECTIVE |
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This course designation describes a transfer course from another institution where an equivalency to a Ramapo College course has not been determined. Upon convener evaluation, this course ID may be changed to an equivalent of a Ramapo College course or may fulfill a requirement.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 399 - TRANSFER ELECTIVE |
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This course designation is used to describe a transfer course from another institution which has been evaluated by the convener. A course with this course number has no equivalent Ramapo course. It may fulfill a requirement or may count as a free elective.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 400 - INDEPENDENT STUDY: BIOLOGY |
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Limited opportunities to enroll for course work on an Independent Study basis are available. A student interested in this option should obtain an Independent Study Registration Form from the Registrar, have it completed by the instructor and school dean involved, and return it to the Registrar's Office. Consult the current Schedule of Classes for policies concerning Independent Study.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study Biology Department |
| BIOL 406 - CELL AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY: LECTURE AND LAB |
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This course consists of lecture and lab in which students will acquire the current state of knowledge about the cells and their biology at molecular level. The concept learning process will be aided with many interesting experiments. The structure and function of cells will be discussed in relation to important cellular processes. Subjects to be covered include: the biogenesis of membranes, membrane function, regulation of protein expression, photosynthesis, signal transduction, cell division, cancer, and apoptosis. The experimental approaches that have lead to the current knowledge of cellular structure and function will be presented whenever possible. In addition, Bioinformatics, which applies computer technology for the management of biological information, will be introduced. Three hours of lecture/discussion and four hours of laboratory. Lab Fee.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture All Sections for this Course Biology Department |
| BIOL 495 - UMDNJ-TRANSFER NEUROSCIENCE |
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This course designation is used to describe a transfer course from UMDNJ which has been evaluated by the convener and fulfills the graduation requirement for the Biol/PT track. A course with this course number has no equivalent Ramapo course.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 496 - UMDNJ-TRANSFER GROSS ANATOMY |
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This course designation is used to describe a transfer course from UMDNJ which has been evaluated by the convener and fulfills the graduation requirement for the Biol/PT track. A course with this course number has no equivalent Ramapo course.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 497 - UMDNJ-TRANSFER KINESIOLOGY |
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This course designation is used to describe a transfer course from UMDNJ which has been evaluated by the convener and fulfills the graduation requirement for the Biol/PT track. A course with this course number has no equivalent Ramapo course.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 498 - TRANSFER ELECTIVE |
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This course designation describes a transfer course from another institution where an equivalency to a Ramapo College course has not been determined. Upon convener evaluation, this course ID may be changed to an equivalent of a Ramapo College course or may fulfill a requirement.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
| BIOL 499 - TRANSFER ELECTIVE |
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This course designation is used to describe a transfer course from another institution which has been evaluated by the convener. A course with this course number has no equivalent Ramapo course. It may fulfill a requirement or may count as a free elective.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Biology Department |
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