Course Descriptions: Academics: School of Science: Indiana University Indianapolis

BIOL-N 207 - Physiology for Healthcare Management

BIOL-N 211 - Anatomy for Healthcare Management

BIOL-N 212 - Human Biology

Credits:: 3
Description:: Equiv. PU BIOL 20100. First course in a two-semester sequence in human biology with emphasis on anatomy and physiology, providing a solid foundation in body structure and function. Fall, day; Summer.

BIOL-N 213 - Human Biology Laboratory

BIOL-N 214 - Human Biology

Credits:: 3
Description:: Equiv. PU BIOL 20200. Continuation of BIOL-N 212. Spring, Summer.
Prerequisite:: BIOL-N 212.

BIOL-N 215 - Human Biology Laboratory

BIOL-N 217 - Human Physiology

Credits:: 5
Description:: Equiv. IU PHSL-P 215. Lectures and laboratory work related to cellular, musculoskeletal, neural, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, renal, endocrine, and reproductive function in humans. Fall, Spring, Summer.

BIOL-N 222 - Special Topics in Biology

Credits:: 1-3
Description:: A variable-topic course dealing with current topics in biology. In a given semester, a topic such as disease, genetics, the environment, etc., will be dealt with as a separate course.

BIOL-N 225 - Urban and Suburban Gardening

Credits:: 2
Description:: Course is intended for both biology and non-biology majors. Designed to expand understanding of the science and techniques of gardening with emphasis on healthy soil and its impact on plant growth. After completing the course, students will be able to describe what makes plants grow and what makes plants grow healthy. No gardening experience is required. Spring, even years.
Prerequisite:: High School biology.

BIOL-N 251 - Introduction to Microbiology

Credits:: 3
Description:: This course includes a laboratory component. The isolation, growth, structure, functioning, heredity, identification, classification, and ecology of microorganisms; their role in nature and significance to humans. Fall, Spring, Summer.
Prerequisite:: One semester general chemistry or one semester life science.

BIOL-N 261 - Human Anatomy

Credits:: 5
Description:: Equiv. IU ANAT-A 215. Lecture and laboratory studies of the histology and gross morphology of the human form, utilizing a cell-tissue-organ system-body approach. Fall, Spring, Summer.

BIOL-K 295 - Intermediate Topics in Biology

Credits:: 0
Description:: Lectures on contemporary issues in biology. This course may also include reading assignments and special projects.
Prerequisite:: P: Freshman or sophomore standing; other prerequisites may be announced at the time of topic offering.

BIOL-K 322 - Genetics and Molecular Biology

Credits:: 3
Description:: The course covers the principles of classical and molecular genetics including Mendelian inheritance, linkage, nucleic acids, gene expression, recombinant DNA, genomics, immunogenetics, and regulation. Fall, Spring.
Prerequisite:: BIOL-K 103 and CHEM-C 106.

BIOL-N 322 - Introductory Principles of Genetics

Credits:: 3
Description:: Basic principles of plant and animal genetics. Emphasis on transmission mechanisms as applied to individuals and populations. For students in health and agricultural sciences. Spring.
Prerequisite:: BIOL-N 107 or BIOL-K 101.

BIOL-K 323 - Genetics and Molecular Biology Laboratory

Credits:: 2
Description:: Applied principles of genetics and molecular biology using organisms of increasing complexity from viruses to fruit fly. Laboratory experiments include linkage analyses, deletion mapping, isolation of human chromosomes, mutagenesis, DNA extraction, restriction enzyme analysis, and PCR. Fall.
Prerequisite:: (BIOL-K 103 or BIOL-K 104) and CHEM-C 106 with a minimum grade of C- in each course.

BIOL-S 323 - Honors Genetics and Molecular Biology Laboratory

Credits:: 2
Description:: In this course, students will apply principles of genetics and molecular biology using organisms of increasing complexity from bacteria to the fruit fly. In this laboratory, students will learn many important genetics and molecular biology lab techniques such as: mutagenesis, DNA extraction, restriction enzyme analysis, primer design, bioinformatics applications, and PCR. There will be a major emphasis on primary research literature. Fall.
Prerequisite:: or C: BIOL-K 322.

BIOL-K 324 - Cell Biology

Credits:: 3
Description:: Examination of the structure and activity of eukaryotic cells and subcellular structures. Emphasis is on regulation of and interactions among subcellular events, such as protein targeting, transmembrane signaling, cell movement, and cell cycle. Fall, Spring.
Prerequisite:: BIOL-K 103 and CHEM-C 106.

BIOL-K 325 - Cell Biology Laboratory

Credits:: 2
Description:: Experiments on the molecular and biochemical basis of organization and function of eukaryotic cells. Spring.
Prerequisite:: or C: BIOL-K 324.

BIOL-S 325 - Honors Cell Biology Laboratory

Credits:: 2
Description:: The goal of this course is to demonstrate the concepts of how fundamental cellular processes can be demonstrated in a laboratory setting. The course reflects a breadth of experimental approaches used in cell biology today and will allow students to develop a sense of how cells accomplish certain ends and why. There is a major emphasis on primary research literature. Spring (not offered every year).
Prerequisite:: or C: BIOL-K 324.

BIOL-K 331 - Developmental Biology

Credits:: 3
Description:: The development of animal embryos from fertilization through organogenesis and some non-embryonic developmental phenomena. Spring.
Prerequisite:: BIOL-K 322.

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