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2026-2027 BIOL 440

Developmental Neurobiology

A 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
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
2024-2025 BIOL 470

Introduction to Bioinformatics

An 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 Bioinformatics

An 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.
2026-2027 BIOL 470

Introduction to Bioinformatics

An 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/CHEM 372; and either CMPT 140, MATH 102, or STAT 203.
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
Cross-listed: BIOT 470 or CMPT 470
2025-2026 BIOL 474

Genetics & Cell Biology of Neoplasia

A lecture course reviewing a wide range of topics related to cancer including the biology and immunology of tumor cells, chemical and viral carcinogenesis, oncogenes, genetic predisposition to cancer, and treatment strategies.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
2026-2027 BIOL 474

Genetics & Cell Biology of Neoplasia

A lecture course reviewing a wide range of topics related to cancer including the biology and immunology of tumor cells, chemical and viral carcinogenesis, oncogenes, genetic predisposition to cancer, and treatment strategies.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 372 or 386
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
2024-2025 BIOL 474

Genetics and Cell Biology of Neoplasia

A lecture course reviewing a wide range of topics related to cancer including the biology and immunology of tumor cells, chemical and viral carcinogenesis, oncogenes, genetic predisposition to cancer, and treatment strategies.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 372 or 386. (3-0)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
2025-2026 BIOL 475

Protein Structure & Function

An in-depth study on protein biochemistry, with a focus on the relationship between protein structure and its corresponding function on a molecular and organismal scale. This course will also cover recent developments in protein research, including the use of proteomics in systems biology and medicine, particularly drug development.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
2026-2027 BIOL 475

Protein Structure & Function

An in-depth study on protein biochemistry, with a focus on the relationship between protein structure and its corresponding function on a molecular and organismal scale. This course will also cover recent developments in protein research, including the use of proteomics in systems biology and medicine, particularly drug development.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 384 or 386
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
Cross-listed: CHEM 475
2024-2025 BIOL 475

Protein Structure and Function

An in-depth study on protein biochemistry, with a focus on the relationship between protein structure and its corresponding function on a molecular and organismal scale. This course will also cover recent developments in protein research, including the use of proteomics in systems biology and medicine, particularly drug development.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 384 or 386. (3-0)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
Cross-listed: CHEM 475
2024-2025 BIOL 484

Conservation Biology

An exploration of various practical applications of biology in environmental management, monitoring, and remediation. Topics include many important areas of concern such as wildlife management, fisheries, forestry, agriculture, water and air pollution, and protection of endangered ecosystems. Various biological approaches to these are considered, such as population modelling, ecophysiology, microbiology techniques, biomonitoring, ecosystem health, and biodiversity inventories. The implications of environmental ethics and the role of Christian environmental stewardship are discussed.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 281 or 216 and BIOL 262 or instructor’s consent. (3-3)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
Cross-listed: GENV 484
2025-2026 BIOL 484

Conservation Biology

An exploration of various practical applications of biology in environmental management, monitoring, and remediation. Topics include many important areas of concern such as wildlife management, fisheries, forestry, agriculture, water and air pollution, and protection of endangered ecosystems. Various biological approaches to these are considered, such as population modelling, ecophysiology, microbiology techniques, biomonitoring, ecosystem health, and biodiversity inventories. The implications of environmental ethics and the role of Christian environmental stewardship are discussed.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 BIOL 484

Conservation Biology

An exploration of various practical applications of biology in environmental management, monitoring, and remediation. Topics include many important areas of concern such as wildlife management, fisheries, forestry, agriculture, water and air pollution, and protection of endangered ecosystems. Various biological approaches to these are considered, such as population modelling, ecophysiology, microbiology techniques, biomonitoring, ecosystem health, and biodiversity inventories. The implications of environmental ethics and the role of Christian environmental stewardship are discussed.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL/GENV 281; or BIOL 216 and 262; or instructor’s consent
Cross-listed: GENV 484
2024-2025 BIOL 490

Advanced Biotechnology

This capstone course in biotechnology considers the theoretical and practical aspects of implementing biotechnology, paying particular attention to current issues including: (1) technology transfer and commercialization; (2) patent protection in biotechnology; (3) Good Laboratory Practices (GLP); (4) Good Manufacturing Practices (Food and Drug Regulations, 2002 edition); (5) Good Clinical Practices (GCP); (6) Research Ethics Board guidelines; (7) validation studies; (8) downstream processing and the recovery of purified products; (9) novel developments in methodology. The course includes a seminar series by industry and regulatory experts and site visits to local biotechnology companies to assess how they have implemented and overcome obstacles to production and quality control.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 290. (0-0; 3-3)
Cross-listed: BIOT 490
2025-2026 BIOL 490

Advanced Biotechnology

This capstone course in biotechnology considers the theoretical and practical aspects of implementing biotechnology, paying particular attention to current issues including: (1) technology transfer and commercialization; (2) patent protection in biotechnology; (3) Good Laboratory Practices (GLP); (4) Good Manufacturing Practices (Food and Drug Regulations, 2002 edition); (5) Good Clinical Practices (GCP); (6) Research Ethics Board guidelines; (7) validation studies; (8) downstream processing and the recovery of purified products; (9) novel developments in methodology. The course includes a seminar series by industry and regulatory experts and site visits to local biotechnology companies to assess how they have implemented and overcome obstacles to production and quality control.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 BIOL 490

Advanced Biotechnology

This capstone course in biotechnology considers the theoretical and practical aspects of implementing biotechnology, paying particular attention to current issues including: (1) technology transfer and commercialization; (2) patent protection in biotechnology; (3) Good Laboratory Practices (GLP); (4) Good Manufacturing Practices (Food and Drug Regulations, 2002 edition); (5) Good Clinical Practices (GCP); (6) Research Ethics Board guidelines; (7) validation studies; (8) downstream processing and the recovery of purified products; (9) novel developments in methodology. The course includes a seminar series by industry and regulatory experts and site visits to local biotechnology companies to assess how they have implemented and overcome obstacles to production and quality control.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 290
Cross-listed: BIOT 490
2024-2025 BIOT 200

Biotechnology Practica II

Biotechnology Practica II-IV provide general and advanced intern experiences in industrial settings. BIOT 200 (2 sem. hrs.) is a requirement for entry to co-op placements and graduation. BIOT 300 and 400 (3 sem. hrs. each) are additional intern experiences providing exposure to advanced techniques and applications in biotechnology. The skills taught in each practicum vary depending on the industrial setting, but should include some of the following techniques: mammalian tissue culture; monoclonal antibody production including cell fusion; hybridoma screening by ELISA and immunoblotting; fermentation microbiology and the operation of large-scale fermentation systems; insect cell culture and use of Baculovirus expression vectors to produce recombinant proteins; downstream processing and the recovery and purification of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids; freezing, freeze-drying and preservation of microorganisms, animal viruses, cell lines and hybridomas; high throughput screening strategies, diagnostic testing; methods in bioinformatics; and quality control procedures.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 113, 114.
Cross-listed: BIOL 200, 300
2025-2026 BIOT 200

Biotechnology Practica II

Biotechnology Practica II-IV provide general and advanced intern experiences in industrial settings. BIOT 200 (2 sem. hrs.) is a requirement for entry to co-op placements and graduation. BIOT 300 and 400 (3 sem. hrs. each) are additional intern experiences providing exposure to advanced techniques and applications in biotechnology. The skills taught in each practicum vary depending on the industrial setting, but should include some of the following techniques: mammalian tissue culture; monoclonal antibody production including cell fusion; hybridoma screening by ELISA and immunoblotting; fermentation microbiology and the operation of large-scale fermentation systems; insect cell culture and use of Baculovirus expression vectors to produce recombinant proteins; downstream processing and the recovery and purification of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids; freezing, freeze-drying and preservation of microorganisms, animal viruses, cell lines and hybridomas; high throughput screening strategies, diagnostic testing; methods in bioinformatics; and quality control procedures.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 BIOT 200

Biotechnology Practica II

Biotechnology Practica II-IV provide general and advanced intern experiences in industrial settings. BIOT 200 (2 sem. hrs.) is a requirement for entry to co-op placements and graduation. BIOT 300 and 400 (3 sem. hrs. each) are additional intern experiences providing exposure to advanced techniques and applications in biotechnology. The skills taught in each practicum vary depending on the industrial setting, but should include some of the following techniques: mammalian tissue culture; monoclonal antibody production including cell fusion; hybridoma screening by ELISA and immunoblotting; fermentation microbiology and the operation of large-scale fermentation systems; insect cell culture and use of Baculovirus expression vectors to produce recombinant proteins; downstream processing and the recovery and purification of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids; freezing, freeze-drying and preservation of microorganisms, animal viruses, cell lines and hybridomas; high throughput screening strategies, diagnostic testing; methods in bioinformatics; and quality control procedures.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 113, 114
Cross-listed: BIOL 200, 300
2024-2025 BIOT 290

Introduction to Biotechnology

This course reviews the role of modern biotechnology in plant, animal, and marine biology, microbiology, agriculture, the pharmaceutical industry and medicine. The course focuses on underlying technologies in biotechnology, how these technologies are implemented, together with public concerns and government guidelines and legislation.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 103, 104, and 105 or BIOL 113, 114.
Cross-listed: BIOL 290
2025-2026 BIOT 290

Introduction to Biotechnology

This course reviews the role of modern biotechnology in plant, animal, and marine biology, microbiology, agriculture, the pharmaceutical industry and medicine. The course focuses on underlying technologies in biotechnology, how these technologies are implemented, together with public concerns and government guidelines and legislation.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 BIOT 290

Introduction to Biotechnology

This course reviews the role of modern biotechnology in plant, animal, and marine biology, microbiology, agriculture, the pharmaceutical industry and medicine. The course focuses on underlying technologies in biotechnology, how these technologies are implemented, together with public concerns and government guidelines and legislation.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 103, 104, and 105 or BIOL 113, 114
Cross-listed: BIOL 290
2024-2025 BIOT 300

Biotechnology Practica III

Biotechnology Practica II-IV provide general and advanced intern experiences in industrial settings. BIOT 200 (2 sem. hrs.) is a requirement for entry to co-op placements and graduation. BIOT 300 and 400 (3 sem. hrs. each) are additional intern experiences providing exposure to advanced techniques and applications in biotechnology. The skills taught in each practicum vary depending on the industrial setting, but should include some of the following techniques: mammalian tissue culture; monoclonal antibody production including cell fusion; hybridoma screening by ELISA and immunoblotting; fermentation microbiology and the operation of large-scale fermentation systems; insect cell culture and use of Baculovirus expression vectors to produce recombinant proteins; downstream processing and the recovery and purification of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids; freezing, freeze-drying and preservation of microorganisms, animal viruses, cell lines and hybridomas; high throughput screening strategies, diagnostic testing; methods in bioinformatics; and quality control procedures.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 200.
Cross-listed: BIOL 200, 300
2025-2026 BIOT 300

Biotechnology Practica III

Biotechnology Practica provides general and advanced intern experiences in industrial settings. BIOL 300 (3 sem. hrs.) is additional intern experience providing exposure to advanced techniques and applications in biotechnology. The skills taught in each practicum vary depending on the industrial setting, but should include some of the following techniques: mammalian tissue culture; monoclonal antibody production including cell fusion; hybridoma screening by ELISA and immunoblotting; fermentation microbiology and the operation of large-scale fermentation systems; insect cell culture and use of Baculovirus expression vectors to produce recombinant proteins; downstream processing and the recovery and purification of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids; freezing, freeze-drying and preservation of microorganisms, animal viruses, cell lines and hybridomas; high throughput screening strategies, diagnostic testing; methods in bioinformatics; and quality control procedures.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 BIOT 300

Biotechnology Practica III

Biotechnology Practica provides general and advanced intern experiences in industrial settings. BIOL 300 (3 sem. hrs.) is additional intern experience providing exposure to advanced techniques and applications in biotechnology. The skills taught in each practicum vary depending on the industrial setting, but should include some of the following techniques: mammalian tissue culture; monoclonal antibody production including cell fusion; hybridoma screening by ELISA and immunoblotting; fermentation microbiology and the operation of large-scale fermentation systems; insect cell culture and use of Baculovirus expression vectors to produce recombinant proteins; downstream processing and the recovery and purification of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids; freezing, freeze-drying and preservation of microorganisms, animal viruses, cell lines and hybridomas; high throughput screening strategies, diagnostic testing; methods in bioinformatics; and quality control procedures.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 200
Cross-listed: BIOL 300
2024-2025 BIOT 390

Biotechnology & Christian Theology

This 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 further encouraged by group projects in which the group must develop and dissonance between scientific and religious worldview perspectives.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 103, 104, and 105 or BIOL 113, 114; third year standing.
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
Cross-listed: BIOL 390.
2025-2026 BIOT 390

Biotechnology & Christian Theology

This 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 further encouraged by group projects in which the group must develop and dissonance between scientific and religious worldview perspectives.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
2026-2027 BIOT 390

Biotechnology & Christian Theology

This 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 further encouraged by group projects in which the group must develop and dissonance between scientific and religious worldview perspectives.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 103, 104, and 105 or BIOL 113, 114; third-year standing
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
Cross-listed: BIOL 390
2024-2025 BIOT 400

Biotechnology Practica IV

Biotechnology Practica II-IV provide general and advanced intern experiences in industrial settings. BIOT 200 (2 sem. hrs.) is a requirement for entry to co-op placements and graduation. BIOT 300 and 400 (3 sem. hrs. each) are additional intern experiences providing exposure to advanced techniques and applications in biotechnology. The skills taught in each practicum vary depending on the industrial setting, but should include some of the following techniques: mammalian tissue culture; monoclonal antibody production including cell fusion; hybridoma screening by ELISA and immunoblotting; fermentation microbiology and the operation of large-scale fermentation systems; insect cell culture and use of Baculovirus expression vectors to produce recombinant proteins; downstream processing and the recovery and purification of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids; freezing, freeze-drying and preservation of microorganisms, animal viruses, cell lines and hybridomas; high throughput screening strategies, diagnostic testing; methods in bioinformatics; and quality control procedures.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 200.
Cross-listed: BIOL 200, 300
2025-2026 BIOT 400

Biotechnology Practica IV

Biotechnology Practica II-IV provide general and advanced intern experiences in industrial settings. BIOT 200 (2 sem. hrs.) is a requirement for entry to co-op placements and graduation. BIOT 300 and 400 (3 sem. hrs. each) are additional intern experiences providing exposure to advanced techniques and applications in biotechnology. The skills taught in each practicum vary depending on the industrial setting, but should include some of the following techniques: mammalian tissue culture; monoclonal antibody production including cell fusion; hybridoma screening by ELISA and immunoblotting; fermentation microbiology and the operation of large-scale fermentation systems; insect cell culture and use of Baculovirus expression vectors to produce recombinant proteins; downstream processing and the recovery and purification of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids; freezing, freeze-drying and preservation of microorganisms, animal viruses, cell lines and hybridomas; high throughput screening strategies, diagnostic testing; methods in bioinformatics; and quality control procedures.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 BIOT 400

Biotechnology Practica IV

Biotechnology Practica II-IV provide general and advanced intern experiences in industrial settings. BIOT 200 (2 sem. hrs.) is a requirement for entry to co-op placements and graduation. BIOT 300 and 400 (3 sem. hrs. each) are additional intern experiences providing exposure to advanced techniques and applications in biotechnology. The skills taught in each practicum vary depending on the industrial setting, but should include some of the following techniques: mammalian tissue culture; monoclonal antibody production including cell fusion; hybridoma screening by ELISA and immunoblotting; fermentation microbiology and the operation of large-scale fermentation systems; insect cell culture and use of Baculovirus expression vectors to produce recombinant proteins; downstream processing and the recovery and purification of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids; freezing, freeze-drying and preservation of microorganisms, animal viruses, cell lines and hybridomas; high throughput screening strategies, diagnostic testing; methods in bioinformatics; and quality control procedures.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 200
Cross-listed: BIOL 200, 300
2024-2025 BIOT 409

Thesis Preparation

Students 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 biotechnology. (1-1; 0-0)
Cross-listed: BIOL 409
2025-2026 BIOT 409

Thesis Preparation

Students 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
2026-2027 BIOT 409

Thesis Preparation

Students 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 Biotechnology
Cross-listed: BIOL 409
2024-2025 BIOT 410

Senior Thesis

Research 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: BIOL 410
2025-2026 BIOT 410

Senior Thesis

Research 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
2026-2027 BIOT 410

Senior Thesis

Research 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
Cross-listed: BIOL 410
2024-2025 BIOT 470

Introduction to Bioinformatics

An 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/CHEM 372; and either 3 sem. hrs. of CMPT or MATH 102. (3-0)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
Cross-listed: BIOL 470 or CMPT 470
2025-2026 BIOT 470

Introduction to Bioinformatics

An 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.
2026-2027 BIOT 470

Introduction to Bioinformatics

An 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/CHEM 372; and either CMPT 140, MATH 102, or STAT 203.
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
Cross-listed: BIOL 470 or CMPT 470
2024-2025 BIOT 490

Advanced Biotechnology

This capstone course in biotechnology considers the theoretical and practical aspects of implementing biotechnology, paying particular attention to current issues including: (1) technology transfer and commercialization; (2) patent protection in biotechnology; (3) Good Laboratory Practices (GLP); (4) Good Manufacturing Practices (Food and Drug Regulations, 2002 edition); (5) Good Clinical Practices (GCP); (6) Research Ethics Board guidelines; (7) validation studies; (8) downstream processing and the recovery of purified products; (9) novel developments in methodology. The course includes a seminar series by industry and regulatory experts and site visits to local biotechnology companies to assess how they have implemented and overcome obstacles to production and quality control.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 290. (0-0; 3-3)
Cross-listed: BIOL 490
2025-2026 BIOT 490

Advanced Biotechnology

This capstone course in biotechnology considers the theoretical and practical aspects of implementing biotechnology, paying particular attention to current issues including: (1) technology transfer and commercialization; (2) patent protection in biotechnology; (3) Good Laboratory Practices (GLP); (4) Good Manufacturing Practices (Food and Drug Regulations, 2002 edition); (5) Good Clinical Practices (GCP); (6) Research Ethics Board guidelines; (7) validation studies; (8) downstream processing and the recovery of purified products; (9) novel developments in methodology. The course includes a seminar series by industry and regulatory experts and site visits to local biotechnology companies to assess how they have implemented and overcome obstacles to production and quality control.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 BIOT 490

Advanced Biotechnology

This capstone course in biotechnology considers the theoretical and practical aspects of implementing biotechnology, paying particular attention to current issues including: (1) technology transfer and commercialization; (2) patent protection in biotechnology; (3) Good Laboratory Practices (GLP); (4) Good Manufacturing Practices (Food and Drug Regulations, 2002 edition); (5) Good Clinical Practices (GCP); (6) Research Ethics Board guidelines; (7) validation studies; (8) downstream processing and the recovery of purified products; (9) novel developments in methodology. The course includes a seminar series by industry and regulatory experts and site visits to local biotechnology companies to assess how they have implemented and overcome obstacles to production and quality control.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 290
Cross-listed: BIOL 490
2026-2027 BNT 501

Introductory Biblical Greek I

Introduces New Testament Greek, focusing on phonology, morphology, grammar, and high-frequency vocabulary, with attention to accurate reading and the use of Greek as a foundational tool for interpreting the New Testament.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 BNT 502

Introductory Biblical Greek II

Continues the study of introductory New Testament Greek with further investigation of morphology, grammar, and high-frequency vocabulary, emphasizing reading competence and the use of Greek for interpreting the New Testament.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BNT 501
2026-2027 BNT 510

Topics: NT Texts

Focused study of a specific New Testament book or corpus using a contemporary translation. Emphasizes literary structure, theological themes, historical context, and contemporary application. Course focus varies by semester. Repeatable for credit with different focus.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 BNT 520

Exposition: Gospels & Acts

Provides an exegetical and theological study of Matthew through Acts via close reading of the Bible in contemporary translation. The course examines historical, cultural, and literary contexts, major narrative structures, and central theological themes shaping early Christian proclamation and practice. Emphasis is placed on responsible interpretation, synthesis of biblical theology, and application for Christian life and ministry.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 BNT 540

Topics: NT Theology

In-depth theological study of a major theme (or closely related group of themes) traced across the New Testament. Students engage biblical texts in contemporary translations, evaluate scholarly perspectives, and develop coherent theological reflection attentive to canonical shape and contemporary contexts.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIB 505
2026-2027 BNT 555

New Testament Epistles 

Provides an exegetical and theological study of Romans through Revelation via close reading of the Bible in contemporary translation. The course examines historical, cultural, and literary contexts, major theological arguments, and the development of early Christian doctrine and practice. Emphasis is placed on responsible interpretation, theological synthesis, and application for Christian life and ministry.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 BNT 601

Greek Exegesis

Builds on prior New Testament Greek study through close reading of selected texts, emphasizing syntax, discourse, semantics, textual criticism, phrasing diagrams, and exegetical method. Students apply intermediate syntactical and lexical analysis to extended Greek passages and develop competence in moving from detailed textual observation to theological synthesis and responsible interpretation for teaching, preaching, or scholarly work.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BNT 502