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BI 211, 213 Principles of Biology BI 211, 212, and 213 are the introductory course sequence for biology majors. These courses are usually taught by several different instructors. I will be teaching BI 211 this fall, along with Dr. Boomer and Dr. Latham. I will be teaching BI 213 with Dr. Howard in the spring term.
Description of Principles of Biology sequence from WOU Course Catalog: An introduction to the science of biology, including morphological, physiological and developmental aspects of living organisms; the phylogeny, evolution and ecology of both plants and animals, and fundamental concepts of genetics and molecular biology. Designed for the biology major. Four hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory period.
Link to Fall 2011 BI 211 syllabus
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BI 315 Cell Biology Description from WOU Course Catalog: An introduction to cell structure and function required for the biology major. Examines the architecture and basic organelle activity in the intact cell and the major techniques cur rently employed to study cells. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour lab each week. |
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BIOL 419 Neurobiology Description from SMCM Course Catalog: This course will offer students an introduction to the basic concepts in neurobiology. The content will range from molecular and cellular biology of the neuron and brain systems, to comparative neuroanatomy and brain development, to behavior. Integrated topics will include drugs of abuse, methods and drugs used in research, and the genetics and animal models of neurological disease. Learning will take place through lectures, demonstrations, laboratory exercises, discussions of outside readings and student presentations. Lecture and laboratory. Link to 2010 syllabus |
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Assistant Professor of Biology |
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Michael J. Baltzley |
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Contact |
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Office: Natural Sciences 219
Mail: Western Oregon University 345 N Monmouth Ave Monmouth, OR 97361
Phone: 503-838-8832
E-mail: baltzlem@wou.edu |
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2011-2012 Courses |
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Past Courses at St. Mary’s College of Maryland |
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BIOL 105 Principles of Biology Description from SMCM Course Catalog: An introductory course on the organization and function of cells. Topics include biological chemistry, cell structure, membranes, metabolism, and fundamental molecular genetics. With BIOL 105L, this course satisfies the Core Curriculum requirement in Natural Sciences with Laboratory and is recommended to those students who may continue in the biological sciences. Link to 2009 syllabus |
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NEUR 201 Introduction to Neurosciences Description from SMCM Course Catalog: This team-taught interdisciplinary course will introduce students to the study of neuroscience. Students will learn how the anatomy and function of the brain and nervous system underlie thought and behavior. Students will also be exposed to the methods used to study the brain and will gain proficiency in analyzing the scientific literature and communicating scientific ideas. Link to 2011 syllabus |
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CORE 101 The Biology of Morality Course Description: This course is part of the SMCM Core Curriculum. One of the objectives of the core curriculum is to continue developing the fundamental liberal arts skills of critical thinking, information literacy, written expression and oral expression. In this seminar, students will discuss the neuroscience behind morality and the evolution of morality. The course will cover a number of basic topics that are necessary for understanding the biology of morality, including nervous system structure and function, natural selection and evolution, human history, scientific inquiry, and moral philosophy. |
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BIOL 101 Contemporary Bioscience Description from SMCM Course Catalog: An introductory biology course for students who desire an overview of biological concepts and contemporary issues in biology and environmental sciences. The scientific method as a way of knowing will be stressed. Sections of this course are topical, with topics drawn from ecology and environmental sciences, cell and molecular biology, evolution, human biology, and other areas of biology. |