PABIO110. Intro/ Coll. Biology/Lab
A general introduction to biology in the areas of cell biology, genetics, development, vertebrate physiology, ecology, & evolution. Includes Lab.
PABIO112. Intro. Coll. Biology/Lab
Continuation of PABIO111, with Lab.
PABIO114. Principles of Biology
This is a special laboratory course for non-science teaching majors. The common biological principles will be the main topics of the course.
PABIO151. Plant Reproduction
Structures of sporophytic and gametophytic plants, sporangia and spores, gametangia and gametes embryos of the major plant groups compared in relation to plant evolution.
PABIO152. Human Biology
This is a survey course for non-science students. The primary objective of the course is to provide students with a basic understanding of how the body functions in a healthy or diseased state. Included in the course will be a broad overview of the human body's form (anatomy), function (physiology) and organization.
PABIO202. Intro.Environ. Biology
A study of humans and their interactions with their environment. Topics include fundamental aquatic and terrestrial ecology, air and water pollution, and world population problems. The course also includes an extensive review of energy problems and their solutions.
PABIO203. Kinesiology
Application of physical principles to human motion techniques of assessing motion and muscle strength.
PABIO204. Biology of Aging
The design of the course is such that individuals who work with the aged are aware of the biological and developmental changes that take place as a result of aging. The effects of these processes on behavior are also considered. The course is also designed for those who wish to be aware of the physical and mental limitations that may arise as a result of aging.
PABIO206. Biology of Women
This course examines the biological basis for bodily functions and changes that take place throughout the life of females. It also discusses the three steps women can take towards detecting breast cancer at an early, highly curable stage: mammography, clinical examination, and monthly breast self-examination.
PABIO208. The Biology of Cancer
THE BIOLOGY OF CANCER The biological, clinical, & psychological nature of cancer from perspectives of medical researchers & physicians.
PABIO231. Physiology of Exercise
Integration of the body systems and their physiological adjustments as a result of exercise and physical activity.
PABIO251. Botany ofVascular Plants
A resume of the Plant Kingdom with emphasis on vascular plants. Principles of seed plant structure and function are presented with stress on the plant's relationship to its environment.
PABIO270. Ecology of South Florida
A course for non-science majors, offering an introduction to the ecology of South Florida through lectures and a series of field trips into several unique ecosystems, such as the Everglades, hardwood hammocks, and coastal regions. The course also deals with natural resource conservation, wildlife management, endangered species, and wilderness issues.
PABIO271. Plant Ecology
A first course in plant community ecology dealing with the dynamics of community development and change and the process of community analysis and description.
PABIO272. Biology of Birds
Occasional field trips. Primarily for nonbiology majors with limited science backgrounds and for those who may plan to teach at preschool and elementary levels. Specific aspects of avian biology: orgin and evolution.
PABIO301. Human Neuroanatomy
Lecture and lab study of the central and peripheral nervous systems correlates gross anatomical neural structures and functions, and demonstrates the inter-relationships of those structures. Emphasis placed on the spinal cord, cranial nerves, spinal nerves and peripheral receptors, motor areas of the brain and their pathways, and the autonomic nervous system.
PABIO302. Gross Anatomy I
A comprehensive study, including human cadaver dissection, of the structural and functional relationships of the skeletal, muscular, nervous and vascular componenets of the back, head and neck, with emphasis on the biomechanics of the spine. Both the lecture and laboratory formally include presentations of clinical correlates.
PABIO303. Gross Anatomy II
Using human cadaver dissection, this course further develops a functional understanding of the anatomical regions of the body, concentrating on the limbs and the trunk. It focuses on the structural and functional relationship of the skeletal, musclar , nervous and vascular components of the extremities. The organs of the body cavities and their neurovascular relationships are studied with a view to relate them to their normal and patho-physiologies.
PABIO305. Parasitology
Survey of the major parasites of man. Life cycles, hostparasite relationships, morphology, pathogenicity and laboratory diagnosis.
PABIO306. Anatomy & Physiology I
Basic anatomical terminology and facts, physiological concepts and principles, and the structure and function of body cells, tissues, organs, and systems.
PABIO307. Anatomy & Physiology II
Continuation of PABIO306
PABIO310. HumanSexu:Phys.&Dev.Asps
Human Sexuality: Physical and Developmental Aspects Knowledge of one's body is a right and responsibility. Students will study sexual anatomy, the physiology of sex and reproduction, and the development of the person as a sexual being.
PABIO311. Human Genetics
The scientific principles of genetics as the basis for genetic counseling and referral. Examples of inherited afflictions that are widespread or so severe as to bring persons so afflicted to the attention of the physician for diagnosis.
PABIO313. Perspec.inHuman Heredity
An introduction to the principles of genetics as they apply to humans; emphasis on topics of concern to individuals and society.
PABIO316. Electron Micro/Biologist
Theory and operation of the conventional transmission and scanning electron microscopes with special emphasis on applications to biological studies. Basic principles and procedures for preparation of biological specimens for electron microscopy. In the laboratory students will gain experience in the operation of ultramicrotomes, high vacuum evaporator, electron microscope and the necessary dark room equipment.
PABIO317. History of Biology
This non-laboratory course makes a correlation of ideas and information in the several areas of biological investigation as afforded through consideration of their historical development.
PABIO321. Human Embryology
Covers human developmental anatomy from fertilization to participation with heavy emphasis placed on details that either complement the study of adult gross anatomy or have great clinical significance.
PABIO330. Human Physiology
Intended for students not majoring in science who desire some knowledge of physiology as a part of their general education.
PABIO331. Plant Physiology
Water relations, photosynthesis, inorganic nutrition, metabolism of organic materials, and plant growth regulation. Emphasis on environmental factors in the physiology of plants.
PABIO334. Resp/Digestive Physio.
(PH03 Respiratory and Digestive Physiologies) A detailed study of the functions of the respiratory and digestive systems stressing their integrative role with regard to the maintenance of homeostasis. The effects of the nervous and endocrine systems on this integration are thoroughly discussed.
PABIO336. Funds. of Microbiology
The course emphasizes the principles of biology as they apply to microorganisms. The morphology, anatomy, physiology,growth, metabolism, nutrition, control, and identification of the various microbes are discussed. Representative laboratory exercises include staining procedures, media preparation, pure culture techniques, culture identification, serology, and phage typing.
PABIO341. Human Histology
Complements the study of gross anatomy and focuses on the structure of the basic tissues and organs which are too small to be seen with the unaided eye. Lectures emphasize similarities and differences among cells, tissues, and organs and the idea that structure (form) reflects function.
PABIO350. Economic Botany
A study of ethnobotany and the domestication of plants. Emphasizes plants as sources of food, medicines and other plant products.
PABIO352. Radiation Biology
Radiation and its effects on biological systems with special emphasis on man. Topics include radiation and its measurement, radiation chemistry, radiation genetics, effects of acute and chronic exposures in man, and radioecology.
PABIO354. Radiation Biophysics
A study of the effects of radiation at the cellular and subcellular level. Emphasis will be placed on the chemical effects of ionizing radiation, the dose-response relationship in macromolecules, and the over all effects at the cellular level.
PABIO357. Systematic Botany
Identification, nomenclature, and classification of flowering plants with special emphasis on local flora and on developing the ability to classify the plants of any region.
PABIO358. Pathology I
The course is designed to present generalized descriptions of tissue/anatomic changes due to various causes, such as acute and chronic diseases and infectious diseases.
PABIO359. Pathology II
A course that stresses the pathobiology, clinical manifestations and structural consequences of disease. Major emphasis is given to laboratory study of systemic pathology in which morphological characterisitics associated with disease entities are observed.
PABIO360. Cell Biology
A structural and molecular analysis of cell function.
PABIO361. Basic Tissue Culture
Fundamentals of animal and plant tissue culture. Laboratory exercises include methods of establishing and maintaining primary tissue cultures and the culture of established cell lines.
PABIO370. Ecology & Mankind
The natural world and its response to the human influence. Field trips around campus, to local parks, and other areas. For non-science majors.
PABIO372. Marine Biology
Surveys the relationships which marine organisms bear to specific physical environments and to the communities in which they live.
PABIO373. Principles of Ecology
A study of the structure and dynamics of populations and communities of organisms in relation to each other and to their environments. Emphasis on the concepts describing how populations of plants and animals grow and interact within communities.
PABIO380. Entomology.
Anatomy, physiology, classification, and ecology of the terrestrial mandibulate arthropods, with special emphasis on the insects. Laboratory includes field trips & requires an insect collection.
PABIO390. Herpetology
The taxonomy, morphology, physiology, behavior, and ecology of reptiles and amphibians.
PABIO400. General Virology
Discussion of modern virology using examples from microbial, animal, and plant viruses, with special emphasis on the role of the virus as an agent controlling cellular destiny.
PABIO401. Bioinstrumentation
Introduces modern instrumentation including basic electronics, data processing, principles of measurements, and sample handling, Presents theory necessary to understand bases of the instruments and principles involved in specific measurements.
PABIO453. Pathology III
A continuation of Pathology II.
PABIO460. Immunology
Fundamental principles of immunology with emphasis on antibody formation, immunoglobulin molecules and genes, hypersensitivity reactions, and the cellular basis for the immune response.
PABIO490. Insect Taxonomy
INSECT TAXONOMY Identification of insect orders & families; basic principles of taxonomic entomology; collection & preparation of adult insects for study.
POBIO337. Pathophysiology
PONSI EVAL. FOR: Ultrasound Diagnostic School LOCATION: 990 Raritan Rd., Clark, NJ 07066 DATE OF EVAL: March 8-9, 1990 The student will be able to identify anatomical features of the female reproductive system, reproductive physiology of the female, identify pathological states and produce ultrasound studies.
TEBIO331. Anatomy & Physiology II
Continuation of TEBIO330.