BIOL 111 Introductory Biology 1F 2C 0.5
An introduction to basic concepts in biology, including aspects. of genetics, evolution and plant biology.
Open to students other than those intending to major in Biology or to enter the School of Optometry.
Biology (BIOL)
71 courses in the 1987–88 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
BIOL 112 Introductory Biology 2W 2C 0.5
An introduction to the basic principles of zoology and ecology with reference to man as a biological organism.
Open to students other than those intending to major in Biology or to enter the School of Optometry.
BIOL 201 Human AnatomyF 2C,3L 0.5
Basic anatomical features of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, endocrine and reproductive systems of the human.
Open to students other than those intending to major in Biology.
BIOL 201 cannot be counted for credit toward a BSc (Kinesiology) degree.
BIOL 202 Embryology and HistologyW 2C,3L 0.5
Fundamental developmental processes in vertebrates, including man, the development of the early embryo; morphogenesis of tissues and the major organ systems. Structure of human celts and tissues at the light-microscope level, epithelia, connective, muscular and nervous tissues and the major organ systems.
Open to students other than those intending to major in Biology.
BIOL 210 Introductory Invertebrate ZoologyF 2C,3L 0.5
A study of the functional morphology of selected invertebrate types with special emphasis on the various grades of organization and development in the different phyla.
BIOL 211 Introductory Vertebrate ZoologyW,S 2C,3L 0.5
An introduction to the structure, evolution and development of vertebrate organ systems.
Offered during the Spring term in odd-numbered years.
BIOL 220 Plant Biology 1 - The Living PlantF 2C3t 0.5
An introduction to the structure, function and physiology of plants with emphasis on flowering plants.
BIOL 221 Plant Biology 2 - The Diversity ofW,S 2C,3L 0.5
Plants
A comparative survey of the morphology
and life histories of the different kinds of
plants and fungi important to man and
an introduction to their evolution. Offered during the Spring term in
odd-numbered years.
BIOL 222 Non-Vascular PlantsF T 0.5
An introductory course which will survey the evolution, morphology, ecology and importance to man of the fungi, aigae, and bryophytes.
By correspondence only for 1987-88.
BIOL 230 Introductory Cell BiologyF 2C,3L 0.5
An introduction to the concepts of cell biology with emphasis on (1) the structural organization of the cell and its constituent organelles and (2) the function of critical molecular processes that are characteristic of living organisms.
BIOL 233 Human PhysiologyW,S 2C,3L 0.5
The physiology of the major organ systems including the nervous, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, urinary, digestive, endocrine and reproductive systems. Antireq: SCI 351-352 Offered during the Spring term in even-numbered years.
BIOL 239 GeneticsW,S 2C3L 0.5
The Mendelian basis of genetic analysis. Chromosomal mechanisms in mitosis and meiosis. The origin, inheritance and adaptive significance of chromosomal changes. Nucleic acids as the carriers of genetic information. Natural selection and the evolution of genetic systems. Offered during the Spring term in even-numbered years.
BIOL 240 Fundamentals of MicrobiologyF 2C3L 0.5
Introduction to fundamental theories, principles and methods of microbiology. Structure, methods of cultivation, growth, effects of physical factors, and inhibition and killing of microorganisms will be studied.
Course Descriptions 16:15 Biology
BIOL 241 Introduction to the Microbial WorldW,S 2C3L 0.5
Biological characterization of major bacterial groups, microorganisms as geochemical agents, utilization of microorganisms by man, and mechanisms of microbial pathogenicity.
Offered during the Spring term in odd-numbered years.
BIOL 250 EcologyF 3C 0.5
An introduction to the study of the retationships of plants and animals to their environment. The nature of ecosystems, ecological energetics, biogeochemical cycling, community ecology, introduction to population biology.
BIOL 298 is recommended for students specializing in ecology.
BIOL 298 Field Course 1F fidlab 0.25
A series of one-day field trips from campus, usually the first six Saturdays of term, designed to introduce students to the flora, fauna, and major ecosystems of Southern Ontario. Written reports will be required for each trip
Coreq: BIOL 250 or equivalent
Field trip fee: A small charge for bus fare.
BIOL 301A Human Physiology/B FAW 2C,3L 0.5/0.5
The physiology of the major organ systems of the body. The topics discussed include circulation, respiration, digestion and nutrition, metabolism, muscle, nervous system, special senses, and the endocrine system.
No credit or grade will be given for the first term course unless the two term sequence is completed.
For Optometry students only.
BIOL 311 Vertebrate ZoologyW 2C,3L 0.5
Major topics in vertebrate zoology as
exemplified by both living and fossil
members of the subphylum Craniata. Prereq: BIOL 211
BIOL 315 Invertebrate ZoologyW 2C,3L 0.5
A survey of the major invertebrate phyla other than the arthropods, with emphasis on their functional anatomy, classification and ways of life.
Prereq: LAOL 212_-
16:16 Course Descriptions Biology
BIOL 316 Arthropod ZoologyF,S 2C3L 0.5
A survey of the phylum Arthropoda, including the insects, with emphasis on their classification, interrelationships and ways of life.
Prereq: BIOL 210
Offered during the Spring term in even-numbered years.
BIOL 323 Piant Anatomy and MorphogenesisF,S 2C,3L 0.5
Plant structure in relation to function and development with particular reference to the vascular plants. Cell, tissue and organ differentiation.
Prereq: BIOL 220 and 230
Offered during the Spring term in odd-numbered years.
BIOL 324 The Flowering PlantsF 2C,3L 0.5
A study of floral morphology in relation to classification and evolution. An introduction to taxonomy and nomenclature. °- History of taxonomy. Systems of classification, Mechanisms of pollination and dispersal.
Students entering this course are required to make a flowering plant collection. instructions should be obtained from the Herbarium prior to the summer break.
BIOL 327 Mycology 1F 283. 0.5
Fungal taxonomy and ecology; medical
mycology; plant pathology; industrial
applications; food and food processing.
toxins and hallucinogens; biological
control; fungi as coprophiles, predators.
and symbionts with plants and animals. Prereq: BIOL 221
BIOL 330 Molecular BiologyF,S 2C3L 0.5
Molecular biological aspects of chromosome replication, expression of genetic information, functional transtation of specific eukaryotic proteins, cell division, gamete formation, embryogenesis, hormone action, cellular interactions and cell differentiation.
BIOL 331 Cell PhysiologyW 2C,3L 0.5
The functional organization of cells with particular reference to cell-cell interaction, the structure, function and development of organelles and the biological roles of cellular membranes.
Prereq: BIOL 230
BIOL 333 Histology and CytologyW 2C3L 0.5
The structure of mammalian cells, tissues and organs interpreted in functional terms. Cell reproduction and ditferentiation, with some discussion of the embryological origin of tissues and the regulation of tissue growth. Light and electron microscopy techniques.
Prereq: BIOL 211 or 230 or 233
BIOL 335 Plant PhysiologyW 2C3L 0.5
A study of the principal physiological mechanisms that govern the water economy, mineral nutrition, transport processes and metabolism of plants.
BIOL 336 EmbryologyF 2C3L 0.5
Fundamental processes and concepts in embryonic development including the acquisition of multicellularity, organization of the early embryo, morphogenesis of tissues, major organ systems, fetal membranes, growth, differentiation and analysis of common developmental defects.
BIOL 337 Comparative Animal Physiology 1F,S 2C,3L 0.5
The comparative physiology of animals with particular emphasis on homeostatic principles as demonstrated by water balance, excretion, nutrition, digestion and the endocrine system.
BIOL 338 Comparative Animal Physiology 2W 2C,3L 0.5
A comparative study of the cardiovascular, nervous, muscular, respiratory and reproductive systems.
Prereq: BIOL 233
BIOL 342 Microbial BiotechnologyF,S 2C3L 0.5
The role of microorganisms in biotechnology. Topics examined will include the isolation, selection, and development of microorganisms important in biotechnology, and specialized techniques for their cultivation and maintenance. Processes studied will include biomass conversions, fermentations, bioproduction of compounds, nitrogen fixation, treatment and utilization of wastes and mineral leaching.
Prereq: BIOL 240/241 or permission of instructor
BIOL 344 Microorganisms in FoodsW 2C,3L 0.5
Food preservation, spoilage, poisoning and modern concepts in quality assurance programs are studied. The aim is to understand factors governing microbial changes in foods. Problem solving in the food industry is emphasized. Laboratory work will reflect current practices in quality contro! and testing.
Prereq: BIOL 240/241 or permission of instructor
BIOL 350 Envir tal Toxicology 1F,S 2C,3L 0.5
An introduction to the basic theories, principles and techniques of environmental toxicology. A comparative study of the effects of specific groups of toxicants on ecosystems; biodegradation and cycling.
BIOL 356 Population Ecology 1W 2C,1T 0.5
The ecology of populations. Topics
include: demographic parameters and
their estimation; population growth and
regulation; competitive and predator-prey
interactions; population genetics and
evolution; applied population biology. Prereq: BIOL 250 and STAT 202
BIOL 416 EntomologyF 2C,3L 0.5
Introduction to morphology, systematics and biology of insects.
Brief field trips will be made to collect insects from different local habitats.
BIOL 420 The Flora of CanadaW 2C,3L 0.5
The composition and history of the Canadian flora. Major plant communities in Canada, their floristic composition and ecology. Endangered species and the conservation of our flora.
BIOL 424 Ferns, Gymnosperms and FernF 3C 0.5
Alties: an evolutionary survey A detailed survey of the non-flowering vascular plants with emphasis on the extant members of each major group in Ontario. The phylogeny of the plants will be explored through a study of fossil ancestors in each line of evolution. Prereq: BIOL 220 and 221 or permission of the instructor Offered in even-numbered years.
BIOL 426 PhycologyW 2C3L 0.5
The taxonomy and ecology of freshwater and marine algae. Algal cytology, morphology, and life histories; biology of planktonic and attached algae; culturing of algae; experimental phycology; economic aspects of algae.
Prereq: BIOL 220 or 221
BIOL 427 Mycology 2W 2S83L 0.5
The growth of mycological knowledge will be traced and current developments analyzed. Extensive literature surveys, active class participation, and a lab project, will be required.
Prereq: BIOL 327
BIOL 431 Mammalian Reproductive PhysiologyW 2C,3L 0.5
A study of the endocrine and reproductive systems of mammals. Major topics include methods of hormone assay, chemistry of the hormones, regulation of secretion, mechanisms of hormone action, neurosecretion, reproductive cycles, gametogenesis and fertilization. Prereq: BIOL 233 recommended
BIOL 432 F 2C,3L 0.5
Plant Growth Regulation: Biochemical and Molecular Perspectives
A study of the molecular and biochemical processes that control development in plants with emphasis on the growthregulating compounds and their interactions.
BIOL 434 Advanced GeneticsW 3C/S 0.5
A detailed examination of the recent advances in molecular genetics with emphasis on the regulation of gene action in both prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Current research literature will be reviewed.
Offered every other year. Alternates with BIOL 438..
BIOL 435 Developmental BiologyF 2C3L 0.5
Analysis of embryonic development of selected organisms with emphasis on growth and the processes of subcellular, cellular and organ differentiation stressing recent experimental method-
ology.
BIOL 438B Advanced Molecular BiologyW 3C/S 0.5
An examination of the current major issues in molecular biology with emphasis on the technical and conceptual advances. Current research literature will be reviewed.
Prereq: BIOL 330
Offered every other year. Alternates with BIOL 434.
BIOL 439 Biochemistry of Natural ProductsW 3C 0.5
The chemistry, functions and distribution of natural products including alkaloids, isoprenoids, amines, phenolics, cyanogenic glycosides and other important compounds in plants and other biological systems.
Prereq: At least one full-year course or equivalent in organic chemistry plus a one-term course in biochemistry that includes the essentials of carbohydrate and fat metabolism -
BIOL 444 ImmunologyF 2C3L 0.5
Physical and biological properties of immunological agents that protect against disease, the procedures for their identification and their practical applications.
Prereq. BIOL 240-241
BIOL 442 VirologyW 2C3L 0.5
The nature of viruses and their interaction with their plant, microbial and animal hosts.
Prereq: BIOL 240/241
BIOL 443 Microorganisms of Industrial ImportanceF 2C3L 0.5
A study of the role of microorganisms in industrial processes of biosynthesis and degradation.
Prereq: BIOL 344
BIOL 444 Microorganisms and DiseaseW 2C3L 0.5
A study of the microorganisms involved in pathogenesis, their mode of infection, symptoms and prevention.
Prereq: BIOL 240, 241, 441
BIOL 446 Microbial EcologyF 2C,3L 0.5
A study of the ecological roles of microorganisms. Examples from freshwater, terrestrial, marine and other ecosystems will be used to illustrate the activities and importance of microorganisms in these habitats.
Prereq: BIOL 240/241, or permission of instructor
Course Descriptions 16:17 Biology
BIOL 447 Environmental MicrobiologyW 2C,3L 0.5
A study of the environmental impact of microorganisms. Aspects of pollution, waste treatment, biodegradation of environmental contaminants, and nutrient cycling will be examined.
Prereq: BIOL 240/241, 446, or permission of instructor
BIOL 448 Microbial Physiology 1F 2C3L 0.5
A study of the physiology of microorganisms including multiphasic and synchronous growth, cell permeation, nutrition, physical and chemical environmental factors and metabolic mechanisms as elucidated by radioactively labelled tracers. ‘
Prereq: BIOL 240/241, or permission of instructor
BIOL 449 Microbial Physiology 2W 2C,3L 0.5
A Study of the physiology of microorganisms with emphasis on synthetic and assembly processes. Mechanisms underlying the biosynthesis of DNA, protein, stable RNA, peptidoglycan, phosphoilipids, lipopolysaccharides and polysaccharides as well as assembly of the cell envelope, the nucleoid and polysomes will be discussed.
Prereq: BIOL 240/241 or permission of instructor
BIOL 450 Marine BiologyF 2038S 0.5
An examination of coastal and offshore marine environments. Physical and chemical oceanography, plankton, benthos and fish are discussed.
Prereq: BIOL 210; a manine field course
Antireq: SCI 453
BIOL 451 LimnologyW 3C 0.5
A study of the geomorphology, physical and chemical processes, and biology of lakes and streams. Ecology of zooplankton, zoobenthos, and fish are emphasized.
Prereq: BIOL 210, 250
Antireq: SCI 454
BIOL 452 Fisheries BiologyF 2C,3S/fidlab 0.5
The practices of fisheries biology: life history, age and growth, fecundity, production, harvest and management of fisheries resources.
16:18 Course Descriptions
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BIOL 455 Environmental Toxicology 2F 2C,3L 0.5
Cellular, developmental and physiological effects of toxicants on multicellular organisms.
Prereq: BIOL 350
BIOL 456 Population Ecology 2W 2C\3fldiab/T 0.5
The analysis of the structure and dynamics of plant and animal populations. Theoretical, mathematical and experimental approaches to the study of population ecology. Evolutionary processes in population biology.
Prereq: BIOL 356
BIOL 457 Analysis of CommunitiesF 2C,3fldlab/T 0.5
A study of the organization, structure and development of communities with emphasis on vegetation change. Topics include: sampling procedures; diversity; stability; succession; niche; multivariate analysis.
BIOL 461 Statistics and Experimental DesignW 3C 0.5
Design and analysis of experiments: analysis of variance; experimental designs; factorial experiments; models; missing data; transformations; a-priori and a-posteriori comparisons among means; regression and correlation anaiysis; analysis of covariance; circular data. Prereq: STAT 202 or equivalent
BIOL 473 Biosystematics and EvolutionW 3C/S 0.5
A study of the processes of evolution; the differentiation of populations and the origin of new forms of life.
Prereq: BIOL 239
BIOL 480 Biotechnology 1F 3C 0.5
Genetic engineering entails the directed alteration of the hereditary apparatus of cells. How genetic material is manipulated (i.e., recombinant DNA technology) will be examined including the use of restriction endonucleases, cloning vehicles, transformation procedures, screening methods and expression of claned genes.
Prereq: BIOL 240/241 and CHEM 237 or permission of the instructor
BIOL 481 Biotechnology 2W 3C 0.5
Biotechnology invoives the harnessing of biological processes for large-scale industrial applications. Topics examined will include industrial enzymology, and animal and plant cell culture.
Prereq: BIOL 240-241 and CHEM 237 or permission of the instructor
BIOL 490 Field Course in Marine BiologyF,W,S fidlab 0.5
A two-week study of marine environments and biota. Emphasis on the flora and fauna of rocky shores, mud flats, and the sub-tidal benthos. Grade based
“on a field notebook and a research
project. This course will normally be held at Huntsman Marine Lab, New Brunswick each September. Courses sponsored by Ontario Universities at other times of the year may also qualify. Prereq: BIOL 210, 250 or equivalent Field trip fee: $400-£500
BIOL 491 Field Course in Terrestrial and Aquatic BiologyF,W,S fidiab 0.5
A two-week study of the flora and fauna of terrestrial environments, lakes and streams. Emphasis on biosystematics, distribution and dynamics of organisms. Both population and community approaches are stressed. This course will normally be held in Algonquin Park, Ontario each September. Courses sponsored by Ontario Universities at other times of the year may also qualify. Prereq: BIOL 250 or equivalent Field trip fee: $100-$300
BIOL 498 Field Course 2F,W,S fidlab 0.25
A general interest field course usually of one week duration. Requirement is met by attending the first week only of a two-week trip arranged or approved by the Department (e.g. BIOL 490 or 491). Courses sponsored by Ontario Universities at other times of the year may also qualify.
Coreq: BIOL 250 or equivalent
Field trip fee: $100-$300
BIOL 499A Senior Honours Project/B S/FAW 6L 0.5/0.5
A senior-year research project. Normally, only students attaining a 70% cumulative major average will be accepted into this course, Students are referred to the co-ordinator for BIOL 499 for further details.
A final grade for BIOL 499A will be submitted only after completion of 4998
BIOL 245 General Microbiology 1
Not offered in 1987–88.
BIOL 246 General Microbiology 2 - BIOL 430 Comparative Animal Physiology
Not offered in 1987–88.
BIOL 433 Stress Physiology and Aging in Plants
Not offered in 1987–88.
BIOL 458 Quaternary Ecology Canadian Studies
Not offered in 1987–88.