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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 333 | Introduction to Medical MicrobiologyA study of pathogenic microorganisms and the control of infectious diseases. Topics include: (i) the biology of bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and helminths; (ii) infectious diseases of temperate and tropical climates; (iii) immunity, immunology, and immunization; (iv) sterilization, disinfection, chemotherapeutic agents; and (v) epidemiology and public health microbiology. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or 281. (3-3)
NB: Students may only take one of BIOL 233 or BIOL 333 for credit.
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 333 | Introduction to Medical MicrobiologyA study of pathogenic microorganisms and the control of infectious diseases. Topics include: (i) the biology of bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and helminths; (ii) infectious diseases of temperate and tropical climates; (iii) immunity, immunology, and immunization; (iv) sterilization, disinfection, chemotherapeutic agents; and (v) epidemiology and public health microbiology. Course Credits: 3
NB: Students may only take one of BIOL 233 or BIOL 333 for credit.
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 334 | Basic & Applied MicrobiologyAn advanced study of topics in basic and applied microbiology. Topics include: (i) the structure, ultrastructure, and biochemical structure of prokaryotes, eukaryotes, and viruses; (ii) microbial biochemistry and physiology; (iii) microbial taxonomy and phylogeny; (iv) microbial ecology and agricultural microbiology; and (v) industrial microbiology and biotechnology. Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 334 | Basic and Applied MicrobiologyAn advanced study of topics in basic and applied microbiology. Topics include: (i) the structure, ultrastructure, and biochemical structure of prokaryotes, eukaryotes, and viruses; (ii) microbial biochemistry and physiology; (iii) microbial taxonomy and phylogeny; (iv) microbial ecology and agricultural microbiology; and (v) industrial microbiology and biotechnology. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or 281. (3-3)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 336 | ImmunologyA lecture course covering current topics in immunology, including: the cellular basis of immunity, the molecular genetics of antibody diversity, the major histocompatibility complex, antigen recognition, lymphocyte development, the complement system, hypersensitivity reactions, and immunodeficiency diseases. The course provides an integrated view of the immune system and the immunologic response to disease. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 333. (3-0)
NB: Not offered every year See department chair
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 336 | ImmunologyA lecture course covering current topics in immunology, including: the cellular basis of immunity, the molecular genetics of antibody diversity, the major histocompatibility complex, antigen recognition, lymphocyte development, the complement system, hypersensitivity reactions, and immunodeficiency diseases. The course provides an integrated view of the immune system and the immunologic response to disease. Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 340 | Developmental BiologyThis course studies animal development and its underlying causal principles including introductory reproductive biology, embryology, and developmental genetics. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or 281. (3-3)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 340 | Developmental BiologyThis course studies animal development and its underlying causal principles including introductory reproductive biology, embryology, and developmental genetics. Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 343 | Human HistologyA study of the normal microscopic anatomy of the various tissues and organs of the body with an emphasis on the relationship between structure and function. Special attention is given to the field of human histology with some discussion of the similarities and differences in animals. The laboratory component of the course involves the observation and discussion of representative tissue sections and provides a basic understanding of normal versus abnormal morphology. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or 281. (3-3)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 343 | Human HistologyA study of the normal microscopic anatomy of the various tissues and organs of the body with an emphasis on the relationship between structure and function. Special attention is given to the field of human histology with some discussion of the similarities and differences in animals. The laboratory component of the course involves the observation and discussion of representative tissue sections and provides a basic understanding of normal versus abnormal morphology. Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 344 | Environmental PhysiologyA survey of physiological adaptations of animals to different environments including environmental stress. These adaptations are examined at several levels of organization, from the molecular and biochemical to the function of organ systems and behaviour. Includes in-depth examination of both vertebrate and invertebrate examples. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or 281. (3-3)
NB: Not offered every year See department chair
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 344 | Environmental PhysiologyA survey of physiological adaptations of animals to different environments including environmental stress. These adaptations are examined at several levels of organization, from the molecular and biochemical to the function of organ systems and behaviour. Includes in-depth examination of both vertebrate and invertebrate examples. Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 345 | Vertebrate PhysiologyA course on the physiology of the various organ systems of humans and higher vertebrates. The course provides an integrated view of the organization and functioning of the different organ systems of the body and their role in maintaining homeostasis. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or 281. (3-3)
NB: Not offered every year See department chair.
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 345 | Vertebrate PhysiologyA course on the physiology of the various organ systems of humans and higher vertebrates. The course provides an integrated view of the organization and functioning of the different organ systems of the body and their role in maintaining homeostasis. Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 346 | Advanced Human PhysiologyProviding a deeper insight into mechanisms underlying a broad range of physiological phenomena, this course emphasizes the integration of the homeostatic mechanisms involving the various organ systems. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 345 or instructor’s consent. (3-3)
NB: Not offered every year See department chair.
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 346 | Advanced Human PhysiologyProviding a deeper insight into mechanisms underlying a broad range of physiological phenomena, this course emphasizes the integration of the homeostatic mechanisms involving the various organ systems. Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 360 | Invertebrate ZoologyA survey of the invertebrate phyla with particular reference to their phylogenetic relationships. Laboratories and field trips provide hands-on experience studying both terrestrial and marine invertebrates of the Pacific coastal region. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or 281. (3-3)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 360 | Invertebrate ZoologyA survey of the invertebrate phyla with particular reference to their phylogenetic relationships. Laboratories and field trips provide hands-on experience studying both terrestrial and marine invertebrates of the Pacific coastal region. Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 362 | Marine EcologyA study of the ecological relationships of marine life in several major habitat types. Emphasis is on productivity, food webs, nutrient cycling, and community ecology. Ecosystem parameters are investigated through field and laboratory studies. Part of coursework takes place in the Lower Mainland, Gulf Islands, and/or Vancouver Island. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or 281 or 216 and BIOL 262 or instructor’s consent.
NB: Summer sessions only. Not offered every year See department chair
Cross-listed: GENV 362 |
| 2025-2026 | BIOL 362 | Marine EcologyA study of the ecological relationships of marine life in several major habitat types. Emphasis is on productivity, food webs, nutrient cycling, and community ecology. Ecosystem parameters are investigated through field and laboratory studies. Part of coursework takes place in the Lower Mainland, Gulf Islands, and/or Vancouver Island. Course Credits: 3
NB: Summer sessions only. Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 364 | Coral Reef EcologyA field course focusing on the systematics and ecology of tropical coral reef organisms. Plants, animals, and physical factors of a fringing coral reef are examined through snorkeling excursions and laboratory studies. One species is chosen for a detailed research project. Includes field course work in Hawaii. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or 281 or 216 and BIOL 262 or instructor’s consent. Recommended: BIOL 308 or 360.
NB: Summer sessions only. Not offered every year See department chair
Cross-listed: GENV 364 |
| 2025-2026 | BIOL 364 | Coral Reef EcologyA field course focusing on the systematics and ecology of tropical coral reef organisms. Plants, animals, and physical factors of a fringing coral reef are examined through snorkeling excursions and laboratory studies. One species is chosen for a detailed research project. Includes field course work in Hawaii. Course Credits: 3
NB: Summer sessions only. Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 371 | Introduction to GeneticsAn introduction to the study of heredity. Emphasizes classic genetics of populations and individuals in viruses, bacteria, plants, and animals. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or 281. (3-4)
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 371 | Introduction to GeneticsAn introduction to the study of heredity. Emphasizes classic genetics of populations and individuals in viruses, bacteria, plants, and animals. Course Credits: 3
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 372 | Molecular GeneticsThis course considers modern developments and techniques in genetics, especially the basic and applied aspects of recombinant DNA technology. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223. (3-3)
Cross-listed: CHEM 372 |
| 2025-2026 | BIOL 372 | Molecular GeneticsThis course considers modern developments and techniques in genetics, especially the basic and applied aspects of recombinant DNA technology. Course Credits: 3
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 384 | Principles of BiochemistryThis course studies chemical structure, function, and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. This class is continued as BIOL 386. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 221 and 222. Recommended: BIOL 223. (3-3)
Cross-listed: CHEM 384 |
| 2025-2026 | BIOL 384 | Principles of BiochemistryThis course studies chemical structure, function, and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. This class is continued as BIOL 386. Course Credits: 3
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 386 | BiosynthesisThis course explores the modern understanding of the biochemical transfer of genetic information: DNA structure and synthesis, transcription and translation. This course also examines the regulatory mechanisms of gene control in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, as well as protein structure and function. The central theme of the course is to illustrate the significance of nucleic acid and protein biochemistry in modern biology. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 221, 222. Recommended: BIOL 223 and 384. (3-0)
Cross-listed: CHEM 386. |
| 2025-2026 | BIOL 386 | BiosynthesisThis course explores the modern understanding of the biochemical transfer of genetic information: DNA structure and synthesis, transcription and translation. This course also examines the regulatory mechanisms of gene control in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, as well as protein structure and function. The central theme of the course is to illustrate the significance of nucleic acid and protein biochemistry in modern biology. Course Credits: 3
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 390 | Biology & Christian TheologyThis course is designed to untangle some of the actual or perceived dissonance between issues of biological science and Christian theology. Six major topics are addressed: (1) models, analogies, and metaphors in science and Christian theology; (2) scientific and religious investigations of the biosphere; (3) defining human nature; (4) defining non-human nature; (5) caring for the earth; and (6) the biomedical revolution. The common threads among these topics are the tension between Christian faith and the findings of basic and applied biology (biotechnology), and the call to action required in a faith-based view of creation. As well as speaking from their own disciplines and background, the course instructors take part in panel discussions at the end of each of the six units to foster discussion and dialogue on the issues. Student participation is encouraged by group projects that develop and present a position paper on an area that engenders dissonance between scientific and religious worldview perspectives. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or 281, and advanced standing in biology. (3-0)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
Cross-listed: BIOT 390 |
| 2025-2026 | BIOL 390 | Biology & Christian TheologyThis course is designed to untangle some of the actual or perceived dissonance between issues of biological science and Christian theology. Six major topics are addressed: (1) models, analogies, and metaphors in science and Christian theology; (2) scientific and religious investigations of the biosphere; (3) defining human nature; (4) defining non-human nature; (5) caring for the earth; and (6) the biomedical revolution. The common threads among these topics are the tension between Christian faith and the findings of basic and applied biology (biotechnology), and the call to action required in a faith-based view of creation. As well as speaking from their own disciplines and background, the course instructors take part in panel discussions at the end of each of the six units to foster discussion and dialogue on the issues. Student participation is encouraged by group projects that develop and present a position paper on an area that engenders dissonance between scientific and religious worldview perspectives. Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 400 | Directed Studies in BiologyStudents are required to produce an outline of the topic to be studied in consultation with the instructor. A course of reading and/ or experimentation is pursued according to the approved outline. Assessment may be via examination and/or a final written report. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 or 281 and advanced standing in biology or instructor’s consent.
NB: This course, with the appropriate choice of topics, can be used as a preparation for the senior thesis (BIOL 410).
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 400 | Directed Studies in BiologyStudents are required to produce an outline of the topic to be studied in consultation with the instructor. A course of reading and/ or experimentation is pursued according to the approved outline. Assessment may be via examination and/or a final written report. Course Credits: 3
NB: This course, with the appropriate choice of topics, can be used as a preparation for the senior thesis (BIOL 410).
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 409 | Thesis PreparationStudents will be required to choose a topic for their senior thesis (BIOL 409-410/GENV 409- 410) in consultation with an instructor. Selected readings and references pertinent to the topic will be assigned. A final written report will be presented consisting of a detailed thesis proposal and a review of the literature. Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): Advanced standing in biology or instructor's consent. (1-1; 0-0)
Cross-listed: BIOT 409 |
| 2025-2026 | BIOL 409 | Thesis PreparationStudents will be required to choose a topic for their senior thesis (BIOL 409-410/GENV 409- 410) in consultation with an instructor. Selected readings and references pertinent to the topic will be assigned. A final written report will be presented consisting of a detailed thesis proposal and a review of the literature. Course Credits: 1
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 410 | Senior ThesisResearch in a chosen area of biology or environmental studies with a final written report. Presentation of research findings will also be made by the student in a poster session. Course Credits: 2
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 409. A related directed study in preparation, or instructor's consent. (0-0; 1-2)
Cross-listed: BIOT 410 |
| 2025-2026 | BIOL 410 | Senior ThesisResearch in a chosen area of biology or environmental studies with a final written report. Presentation of research findings will also be made by the student in a poster session. Course Credits: 2
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 411 | Senior ThesisIn this course, students research a chosen area of biology and provide a final written report. Students present research findings in a seminar. This course option allows students with larger projects to gain extra credit. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 409, a related directed study in preparation, or instructor's consent. (0-0; 1-3)
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 411 | Senior ThesisIn this course, students research a chosen area of biology and provide a final written report. Students present research findings in a seminar. This course option allows students with larger projects to gain extra credit. Course Credits: 3
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 423 | Advanced Cell & Molecular BiologyA laboratory course emphasizing advanced techniques in cell biology, molecular biology, and developmental genetics. Topics include functional genomics, mobile genetic elements, somatic clonal analysis, molecular cloning, and epifluorescence/ confocal microscopy. This course is designed for students who are interested in a career in the life sciences and who wish to familiarize themselves with a number of applied laboratory techniques. Course Credits: 3
NB: BIOL 423 is an appropriate addition to or substitution for BIOL 409, 410.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 423 | Advanced Cell and Molecular BiologyA laboratory course emphasizing advanced techniques in cell biology, molecular biology, and developmental genetics. Topics include functional genomics, mobile genetic elements, somatic clonal analysis, molecular cloning, and epifluorescence/ confocal microscopy. This course is designed for students who are interested in a career in the life sciences and who wish to familiarize themselves with a number of applied laboratory techniques. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 372 or 384. (0-4)
NB: BIOL 423 is an appropriate addition to or substitution for BIOL 409, 410.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 433 | The Human MicrobiomeThis course will focus on the human microbiome and the complex symbiotic relationships, exploring the impacts of those host-microbe interactions on physical and mental health. The course will also examine the current research tools and emerging applications within the field. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 333 or 334. (3-0)
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 433 | The Human MicrobiomeThis course will focus on the human microbiome and the complex symbiotic relationships, exploring the impacts of those host-microbe interactions on physical and mental health. The course will also examine the current research tools and emerging applications within the field. Course Credits: 3
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 438 | VirologyThis course provides a basic understanding of some of the current topics in modern virology including the structure, classification, and replication of viruses, virus-cell interactions, diagnostic and research applications in virology, and the molecular biology of several important viruses causing disease in humans and animals. Special emphasis is given to viral pathogenesis making this course suitable for those pursuing careers in medicine or related fields. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 333, and BIOL 372 or 386. (3-0)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 438 | VirologyThis course provides a basic understanding of some of the current topics in modern virology including the structure, classification, and replication of viruses, virus-cell interactions, diagnostic and research applications in virology, and the molecular biology of several important viruses causing disease in humans and animals. Special emphasis is given to viral pathogenesis making this course suitable for those pursuing careers in medicine or related fields. Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 440 | Developmental NeurobiologyA study of the development of the nervous system in humans and invertebrate and vertebrate model organisms. Topics covered include neurogenesis, the development and cell biology of neurons and glia, developmental genetics, and nervous system defects arising from abnormal development. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 371, and BIOL 372 or 386. (3-3)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2025-2026 | BIOL 440 | Developmental NeurobiologyA study of the development of the nervous system in humans and invertebrate and vertebrate model organisms. Topics covered include neurogenesis, the development and cell biology of neurons and glia, developmental genetics, and nervous system defects arising from abnormal development. Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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| 2024-2025 | BIOL 470 | Introduction to BioinformaticsAn overview of the interdisciplinary science of genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics which applies the tools of information technology (computer hardware and software) to analyze biological data such as gene or protein sequences. This course examines the theory of bioinformatics as well as its practical application to biological problems using approaches such as BLAST searches, phylogenetics, and protein structure function analysis. Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223; BIOL 372, And either 3 sem. hrs. of CMPT or MATH 102. (3-0)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
Cross-listed: BIOT 470 or CMPT 470 |
| 2025-2026 | BIOL 470 | Introduction to BioinformaticsAn overview of the interdisciplinary science of genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics which applies the tools of information technology (computer hardware and software) to analyze biological data such as gene or protein sequences. This course examines the theory of bioinformatics as well as its practical application to biological problems using approaches such as BLAST searches, phylogenetics, and protein structure function analysis. Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
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