ST. THOMAS AQUINAS COLLEGE: CURRENT COURSES
BIO/CHEM 407 BIOCHEMISTRY II
This is the second course in a two-semester sequence in the fundamentals of biochemistry. This course will provide students with a thorough understanding of the complexity of metabolism with special attention given to the control and regulation of several metabolic pathways. The class will also discuss clinical aspects of diseases such as cancer and several gastrointestinal disorders. Topics covered include glucose and glycogen metabolism, fatty acid catabolism, lipid biosynthesis, amino acid metabolism and the synthesis and degradation of nucleotides. Prerequisite: BIO/CHEM 403. |
BIO/CHEM 403 BIOCHEMISTRY I
This course examines in detail the structure and function of all major biomolecules, (including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids) as well as the regulation and organization of several metabolic pathways. Special emphasis is given to enzyme kinetics and their mechanisms, protein structure/function relationships as well as the biochemical basis for human disease. Metabolic pathways are examined from a thermodynamic and regulatory perspective. Laboratory topics include column chromatography, protein assays, western blot analysis, ELISA and enzyme kinetic assays. This course provides the linkage between the inanimate world of chemistry and the living world of biology. Prerequisites: CHEM 252 and BIO 251.
This course examines in detail the structure and function of all major biomolecules, (including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids) as well as the regulation and organization of several metabolic pathways. Special emphasis is given to enzyme kinetics and their mechanisms, protein structure/function relationships as well as the biochemical basis for human disease. Metabolic pathways are examined from a thermodynamic and regulatory perspective. Laboratory topics include column chromatography, protein assays, western blot analysis, ELISA and enzyme kinetic assays. This course provides the linkage between the inanimate world of chemistry and the living world of biology. Prerequisites: CHEM 252 and BIO 251.
BIO 350 GENETICS
This course is a thorough examination of the basic fundamentals of genetics and their application to modern-day issues. Major topics include: structure and function of genes, Mendelian and non-mendelian genetics, cellular division pathways, prokaryotic and eukaryotic chromosomal structure and gene expression, DNA structure and replication, transcription, translation and gene/DNA mutation. Special topics include cloning and the genetic basis of disease. Laboratory topics include DNA fingerprinting, PCR, gene transformation, fruit fly genetics, and gene sequencing. Prerequisites: CHEM 172 and BIO 251.
BIO 320 NEUROBIOLOGY
This course introduces students to the the biological basis of behavior beginning with an introduction to the neuron and synapse and then building to the structure and function of various sensory systems. This course also provides students with an introduction to research in the field of neuroscience involving problems related to the form and function of the nervous system.
BIO 171/173 & BIO 172/174 GENERAL BIOLOGY I & II
General Biology I: Introduction to biological principles including biomolecules, cell structures and division, photosynthesis and the characteristics of bacteria, fungi and plants and their role in the ecosystem. Three lecture hours and one recitation hour per week. Corequisite: BIO 173.
General Biology II: Introduction to biological principles including bioenergetics, gene expression, evolution and the structure and function of the major animal groups. Three lecture hours and one recitation hour per week. Corequisite: BIO 174.
General Biology II: Introduction to biological principles including bioenergetics, gene expression, evolution and the structure and function of the major animal groups. Three lecture hours and one recitation hour per week. Corequisite: BIO 174.
BIO/CHEM 105 DRUGS & MODERN SOCIETY
An introduction to the definition of the term drug, the different classes of drugs, and how drugs affect the body and mind. This course may help students understand the dangers of addiction as well as the harms of different drugs on the human body. The focus will be on psychoactive drugs including psychotherapeutic drugs and drugs of abuse. Topics will also include tolerance and dependence to drugs, consequences of drug use, and the treatment and prevention of substance-related disorders. For non-science majors only.
BIO 102 NUTRITIONAL BIOLOGY
An introduction to the basic concepts in the field of nutrition. This course may help students understand the dangers of obesity, malnourishment, as well as why the nutrients listed on a nutritional fact label are important to human health. Topics include the fundamentals of nutrition, nutritional and disease prevention, weight management, malnutrition, hunger, and current issues and research related to these topics. For non-science majors only.
BIO 101 HUMAN BIOLOGY
Human Biology introduces students to the concept of homeostasis of the human body as well as the basic structure and function of body systems. A detailed understanding of how different diseases affect the human body will also be reviewed. For non-science majors only.