All courses require permission of the instructor. Courses are offered as follows: Y = every year; O = every other year; D = on sufficient demand.
BIOL 504 Gross Anatomy. A regional anatomy course with full human cadaver dissection. The course is available to health care professionals and qualified graduate students. Prerequisites: 1 semester of undergraduate human or vertebrate anatomy with dissection OR 2 semesters of combined human anatomy and physiology, each with a grade of B or higher. 6 credit hours (Y)
BIOL 505 Human Physiology. A comprehensive course dealing with the cellular, neuromuscular, and endocrine functions of the human body. The emphasis of the course is on the relationship of structure to function. 4 credit hours (D)
BIOL 509 Advanced Pathophysiology. Provides a comprehensive scientific background for the evaluation of clients in various health care settings. Students will analyze the relationship between normal physiology and the disease state. A brief review of normal physiology and anatomy is included, as well as the pathophysiology of selected disorders and diseases. Prerequisites: graduate of an accredited four year nursing program OR prior coursework in human anatomy, animal or human physiology, and organic chemistry. 3 credit hours (Y)
BIOL 515 Neuroscience. The anatomy of the central nervous system from a functional perspective. 4 credit hours (O)
BIOL 522 Molecular Biology. A study of the molecular processes involved in gene function and the regulation of cell activities. Topics covered include the mechanisms of DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis in bacteria and eukaryotes; mutation and repair; regulation of gene activity; and recombinant DNA methods. 4 credit hours (O)
BIOL 524 Advanced Genetics. The theory of gene function, primarily in the eukaryotic organism. Students receive a rigorous grounding in the principles of genetics at the cell, organism, and population levels. Landmark papers in genetic theory, current models of gene action, and probable future trends in genetic research are discussed. Prerequisite: an undergraduate course in genetics or equivalent. 3 credit hours (O)
BIOL 545 Evolutionary Theory. An examination of current issues in evolutionary biology. Prerequisite: an undergraduate course in evolutionary biology or equivalent. 3 credit hours (D)
BIOL 550 Advanced Human Biological Variation. An examination of human physical and behavioral variation, with special emphasis on adaptation, heritability, microevolutionary processes, demography, and the concept of race. Prerequisite: an undergraduate course in biological anthropology or equivalent. 3 credit hours (O)
BIOL 556 Human Evolution. A broad study of aspects of human evolution, including evolutionary theory; fossil and archeological evidence; aspects of comparative anatomy, behavior, and ecology; and the genetics and variation of modern human populations in order to reconstruct the biological and cultural prehistory of our species. 3 credit hours (Y)
BIOL 557 Advanced Human Evolution. An examination of current developments and issues in human evolution. Prerequisite: an undergraduate course in human evolution or equivalent. 3 credit hours (O)
BIOL 558 Skeletal Biology. An in depth examination of the human skeletal system with an emphasis on systematic variability. Such issues as bone growth, histology, pathology, and forensic anthropology are addressed. 4 credit hours (Y)
BIOL 560-566 Special Topics. Special topics courses include directed readings and small group discussions on a focused topic of interest. Students may receive credit more than once for these courses if a different topic is covered each time. 1 to 4 credit hours (D)
BIOL 580 Graduate Seminar. Students present progress reports on their research or present reviews of the current status of research in a particular area of biological interest. 2 credit hours (D)
BIOL 585 Research in Biology. Students design and complete a research project in consultation with a faculty member. No more than four credit hours of this course can count towards the graduate degree. 1 to 4 credit hours (D)
BIOL 589 Thesis/Project Proposal in Biology. This course provides an opportunity for the student to develop a thesis or comparable project under the direction of a Human Biology faculty member. The final written proposal must be accepted by the student's Thesis or Research Committee before credit can be awarded and prior to enrolling in BIOL 590. Prerequisites: 18 hours of graduate coursework completed with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and consent of the student's advisor. Graded S/U; 3 credit hours (Y)
BIOL 590 Thesis/Project in Biology. The student completes a thesis or comparable project under the direction of a Human Biology faculty member. The final written work must be accepted by the student's Thesis or Research Committee before credit can be awarded. Prerequisites: completion of BIOL 589 and consent of the student's advisor. Graded S/U; 3 credit hours (Y)
BIOL 598 Thesis/Project Extension in Biology. Students may register for this course in order to maintain active student status while working on a proposal, thesis, or project. Prerequisites: 30 hours of graduate coursework completed with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and consent of the student's advisor. Graded S/U; 0.5 credit hour (Y)
BIOL 599 Independent Study in Biology. The student engages in advanced study or a research project in a selected area of interest. Prerequisites: consent of the student's advisor. 1 to 4 credit hours. (D)
ANTH 500 Colloquium in Cultural Anthropology. This course explores dimensions of culture, the basis of all anthropological thought. It develops ideas about anthropological subjects and issues through intensive interactive discussions and individualized projects rather than through extensive formal lectures. 3 credit hours (D)
ANTH 510 Religion and Magic. A review of traditional, non-Western religious practice, providing a cross-cultural perspective on topics such as spirit beings, natural and supernatural forces, taboos, magic, witchcraft, sorcery, divination, healing, shamanism, totemism, death, ghosts, after-worlds, and revival cults. 3 credit hours (D)
ANTH 515 Experiencing Other Cultures. This course is designed for those planning to work with people from cultural settings foreign to their own, those expecting to travel or be transferred outside the United States, and even those who are simply interested in a hands-on class. The curriculum demonstrates techniques for coping cross-culturally in positive ways. 3 credit hours (D)
ANTH 525 Advanced Dental Science. Teeth are a very significant component of any analysis of a skeleton from any context, including archeological, paleontological, and forensic. This course intensively studies the anatomy, histology, use, and evolution of teeth. 3 credit hours (O)
ANTH 570 Archeology Laboratory Methods. An introduction to the tools and techniques of processing archeological artifacts and reporting the results. Various skills include classifying, analyzing, and cataloging materials; photography, cartography, and line drawing; and preservation and conservation. 4 credit hours (D)
ANTH 575 Graduate Field Archeology. Work focuses on advanced techniques for site location, exploration, excavation, and first-hand analysis. Some projects require extended periods of group living and/or camping off campus. One credit hour is awarded per week of work (usually one day off per week). Prerequisite: undergraduate field archeology experience. 1 to 6 credit hours (D)
ANTH 581 Technical Photography. This course addresses three aspects of photography: (1) films, equipment, and what they will do; (2) controlling light, focus, depth, texture, and color; and (3) other techniques for producing vibrant and interesting scientific slides. 2 credit hours (O)
ANTH 585 Directed Readings. Students pursue a focused program of readings under the direction of the instructor. Topics are tailored to the interests and needs of the student. 1 to 9 credit hours (D)
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