Introductory Biology
Course: Biology (Biol) 101, section XW
Life considered at cellular, organism, and population levels. Function and diversity of the living world. Presentation of basic biological principles, as well as topics and issues of current human interest.
Computer requirements: Internet and e-mail access, preferably broadband connection
Dates: 01/14/2008-05/09/2008
Delivery Method: WebCt and Project BIO
Credit: 3 undergraduate credits
Tuition: $669
Delivery fee: $70
Computer fee applies--see table
Off-campus program: Bachelor of Liberal Studies (Natural sciences group of the general education requirements or distribution area of natural sciences and mathematics)
Instructor: John M. Pleasants, Assistant Professor
Registration deadline: 01/31/2008
Text: Starr, C. 2006. Basic Concepts in Biology. 6th ed. Brook/Cole:Thomson Learning. ISBN 0-534-42029-X
Course Packet of lecture notes for University Bookstore.

Introduction to the Human Body
Course: Biology (Biol) 155, section XW
A survey course of the human body including principal structures and functions of the body systems and the diseases and disorders associated with them. Designed to meet general education requirements in natural science. Not recommended for those seeking a career in the allied health professions or for students majoring in life science.
Prerequisite: high school biology and chemistry or Biology 101 (Introductory Biology)
Computer requirements: Narrated slide shows are used to provide streaming lecture content and requires the installation of Macromedia's Flash Player®. Some content is provided in Adobe's PDF® format and will require the Adobe Reader to be installed. Although a good 56K dial-up connection will work, a broadband connection provides optimum performance.
Dates: 01/14/2008-05/09/2008
Delivery Method: WebCT and BIO 155 Website
Credit: 3 undergraduate credits
Tuition: $669
Delivery fee: $70
Computer fee applies--see table
Off-campus program: Bachelor of Liberal Studies (Natural sciences group of the general education requirements or distribution area of natural sciences and mathematics)
Instructor: Anthony Contento, Lecturer
Text: Johnson, Michael D. 2007. Human Biology. 4th edition. Benjamin Cummings. 0805394265.

Environmental Biology
Course: Biology (Biol) 173/ Enviornmental Science (Env S) 137, section XW
An introduction to the structure and function of natural systems at scales from the individual to the biosphere, and the complex interactions between humans and their environment. Discussions of human population growth, biodiversity, sustainability, resource use, and pollution.
Computer requirements: Internet and email access, preferably broadband connection
Dates: 01/14/2008-05/09/2008
Delivery Method: WebCt and Project BIO
Credit: 3 undergraduate credits
Tuition: $669
Computer fee applies--see table
Off-campus program: Bachelor of Liberal Studies (Natural sciences group of the general education requirements or distribution area of natural sciences and mathematics)
Instructor: John M. Pleasants, Assistant Professor
Registration deadline: 01/31/2008
Text: Miller, G.T. 2006. Environmental Science: Working with the Earth. 11th ed. Brooks/Cole:Thomson Learning. ISBN 0-534-42251-9
Course Packet of lecture notes available at University Bookstore.

Principles of Biology II
Course: Biology (BIOL) 212, Section XW
Introduction to the nature of life, including the cellular basis of life; energy relationships; the nature of heredity; evolution; form and function of microbial, plant, and animal life.
Required Courses: Biol 211 (Principles of Biology I)
Computer Requirements: Sound capable computer (PC or Mac) with Internet connection of at least 56 Kbps, E-mail access, RealNetwork's RealPlayer and Macromedia Flash Player.
Dates: 01/14/2008-05/09/2008
Delivery Method: WebCt and Project BIO
Credit: 3 undergraduate credits
Tuition: $669
Computer fee applies--see table
Off-campus program: Bachelor of Liberal Studies
Instructor: Thomas Ingebritsen, Associate Professor
Registration deadline: 01/21/2008
Text: Biology, 7th Edition, 2005 Authors: Neil A. Campbell and Jane B. Reece Benjamin/Cummings Publishing Company
ISBN 0-8053-7171-0

Undergraduate seminar: Restoration of the Southern Iraqi Marshes
Course: Biology (Biol) 495, SectionXW
An examination of the cultural, ecological, and political considerations associated with restoration of the southern Iraq marshes that were drained by Saddam Hussein. In addition to discussing the issues, students will be able to interact with scientists in the States and in Iraq that are involved with the restoration project.
Computer requirements:Computer with internet access and e-mail, preferably broadband.
Dates: 01/21/2008-05/09/2008
Delivery Method: WebCT and Special Topic online
Credit: 3 undergraduate credits
Tuition: $669
Computer fee applies--see table
Instructor: John M. Pleasants, Assistant Professor
Registration deadline: 01/28/2008