Courses at the 300-level
A descriptive and experimental approach is applied to animal ontogeny, with consideration of cell fate determination, differentiation, morphogenesis, and pattern formation. Lecture and laboratory. (Formerly Developmental Biology.)
4 credit hours
- BIOL 111
- BIOL 112
The ecosystem is introduced. Emphasis is on how the interaction of environmental factors has shaped, influenced, and controlled the distribution of biomes, communities, and populations. Lecture, laboratory, and field trips.
4 credit hours
- BIOL 111
- BIOL 112
The structure and function of cells as living units are presented. Cell metabolism, reproduction, and steady-state controls are discussed. The biochemical and ultrastructural nature of cells is examined. Lecture and laboratory.
4 credit hours
- BIOL 111
- BIOL 112
- BIOL 221
- CHEM 205
Study is made of common invertebrate types, their life histories, adaptive morphology, and physiology, with respect to their environment and to their phylogenetic position. Lecture and laboratory.
4 credit hours
- BIOL 111
- BIOL 112
The origin, evolution, life history, and adaptation of the subphylum vertebrata are studied. Local fauna is stressed in the laboratory. Lecture and laboratory.
4 credit hours
- BIOL 111
- BIOL 112
Comparison of the anatomy and functions of the vertebrates from the evolutionary point of view is presented. Included is detailed dissection of selected representatives from five classes of vertebrates. Lecture and laboratory.
4 credit hours
- BIOL 111
- BIOL 112
Basic principles of physiology are introduced, with emphasis on homeostatic mechanisms. Attention is given to the functions of organ systems and coordination in the whole human organism. (Formerly Vertebrate Physiology.)
4 credit hours
- BIOL 111 and 112, or 108 and 231
Structural characteristics of mammalian cells, tissues, and organs are examined in detail. At each of these levels of organization, functional correlates of microanatomical features are emphasized. Lecture and laboratory.
4 credit hours
- BIOL 111
- BIOL 112
Microbial structure and metabolism, dynamics of microbial populations, disease causation, microbial genetics, and virology are presented. Lecture and laboratory.
4 credit hours
- BIOL 111 and 112, or 108
The major groups of plants are surveyed, with emphasis on evolutionary aspects, reproductive strategies, and ecological interrelationships. Structural features of plant cells, tissues, and organs are emphasized. Lecture and laboratory.
4 credit hours
- BIOL 111
- BIOL 112
- or consent of instructor
Topics include photophysiology, nitrogen metabolism, phytohormones, translocation, mineral nutrition, and the anatomical structures associated with these processes. Lecture and laboratory.
4 credit hours
- BIOL 111
- BIOL 112
- or consent of instructor
The relationship of bacteria to bacterial diseases of humans is discussed, with emphasis on the application of procedures to medical diagnosis. Also studied are fungi, viruses, the rickettsias, and human parasites.
8 credit hours
The chemistry of body constituents and its relationship to diagnosis of human disease is presented, with emphasis on principles and methods of analysis.
8 credit hours
Instruction is given in drawing and processing blood and in how to ascertain compatibility. Donor-recipient blood and tissue reactions are studied in detail.
4 credit hours
The morphology of blood and blood-forming organs are studied, along with the abnormalities associated with disease. The dynamics of and diagnostic tests for hemostasis are also discussed.
6 credit hours
This introduction to pathology includes the correlation between pathological processes and clinical symptoms and the course of disease.
2 credit hours
The formation, structure, and action of antigens and antibodies are described. Methods of immunization are included. Laboratory emphasis is on serological procedures in the diagnosis of disease.
2 credit hours
Lectures and laboratory practice are provided in the analyses of body fluids.
2 credit hours
This course explains the organization of radiology departments and services, licensure processes, the responsibilities of the professional radiologic technologist, and the responsibilities of a clinical setting.
3.5 credit hours
- RADT 201 and acceptance into the RADT program
Students learn detailed anatomy of the skeletal system, including identification of bony processes and specific anatomical features. Students also learn to identify and describe the articulations of different bones.
3 credit hours
- RADT 201 and acceptance into the RADT program
Basic positioning principles are explored, including communication, radiation safety, technical factors, and the evaluation of images. Topics include chest, abdomen, upper and lower
extremity, and spine.
3 credit hours
- RADT 201 and acceptance into the RADT program
A continuation of RADT 306, this course includes positioning principles of bony thorax, skull, and contrast agent studies of the digestive, biliary, and urinary systems.
3 credit hours
- RADT 306
A continuation of RADT 307, this course explores advanced imaging studies, including trauma, portable, and pediatric patients. The formal critiquing of radiographic images is also discussed.
3 credit hours
- RADT 307
In various clinical settings, students learn to produce appropriate radiographic images on all patient types. Technical factors are introduced.
3.5 credit hours
- RADT 201 and acceptance into the RADT program
A continuation of RADT 309, this course includes routine radiographic procedures and technical factors.
3.5 credit hours
- RADT 309
The discovery and properties of x-rays and the structure and function of x-ray tubes are discussed. The analysis of radiographic film quality is also explored.
3 credit hours
- RADT 301
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