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Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
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Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology
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Program Description | Faculty
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3. Concepts in Biology. W
A non-survey course suitable for people who have not had biology.
A historical and experimental approach covers five key biological
concepts: homeostasis, the integration of structure and function,
cell theory, the mechanism of heredity, and evolution. Students
cannot receive credit for this course after receiving prior credit
for course 20A, 20B, or 20C. Prerequisite(s): completion of biology
placement exam. B. Marinovic
15. Undergraduate Research Reports
(1 credit). F,W,S
Undergraduate students who work in faculty research laboratories
present the results of their projects. Organized by the Minority
Undergraduate Research Program and the Minority Access to Research
Careers Program. Designed for students with membership in the above-mentioned
programs. Prerequisite(s): qualifications as determined by instructor
at first class meeting. May be repeated for credit. B. Bowman
20A. Cell and Molecular Biology.
W,S
Introduction to molecular biology, cell physiology, and genetics.
Students cannot receive credit for this course and course 21A. Prerequisite(s):
course 3 or a passing score on the biology placement exam, and Chemistry
1B. (General Education Code(s): IN.) (W) M. Dalbey,
(S) J. Tamkun
20B. Development and Physiology.
F,S
Topics in morphology, physiology, development, genetics, and endocrinology
selected to exemplify current issues and perspectives in organismic
biology. Prerequisite(s): course 20A. (F) L. Taiz,
(F) C. Ortiz, (S) L. Taiz, (S)
C. Ortiz
20C. Ecology and Evolution. F,W
Introduction to ecology and evolution covering principles of evolution
at the molecular, organismal, and population levels. Evolutionary
topics include genetic and phenotypic variation, natural selection,
adaptation, speciation, and macroevolution. Also covers behavioral,
population, and community ecology including applied ecological issues.
Prerequisite(s): passing score on Biology Placement Exam or course
3. (F) G. Pogson, (F) D. Doak, (W)
G. Bernardi, (W) D. Potts
20L. Experimental Biology Laboratory
(2 credits). F,W,S
Provides biology majors with the theory and practice of experimental
biology. A wide range of concepts and techniques used in the modern
laboratory are included in the exercises. Designed to satisfy the
introductory biology lab requirement of many medical and professional
schools. Students are billed for a materials fee. Prerequisite(s):
course 20A and previous or concurrent enrollment in 20B. Enrollment
limited to 20. The Staff
42. Student-Directed Seminar.
F,W,S
Seminars taught by upper-division students under faculty supervision.
(See course 192.) The Staff
60. Programming for Biologists and Biochemists.
W
Lecture and lab-based course teaching programming skills needed
by biologists and biochemists. No programming experience required,
but basic computer skills assumed. Students without prior programming
experience will be taught the basic proficiency in Perl, BioPerl,
and other Perl libraries needed to analyze, transform, and publish
biological data. Students cannot receive credit for this course
and Biomolecular Engineering 160 or Biology 180. (Also offered as
Biomolecular Engineering 60. Students cannot receive credit for
both courses.) Prerequisite(s): Biology 20A or 21A. Concurrent enrollment
in course 60 is required. (General Education Code(s): Q.) J.
Stuart
60L. Programming for Biologists and Biochemists
Laboratory (1 credit). W
Laboratory sequence illustrating topics covered in course 60. One
two-hour laboratory per week. Concurrent enrollment in course 60
required. Students cannot receive credit for this course and Biomolecular
Engineering 160L or Biology 180L. (Also offered as Biomolecular
Engineering 60L. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.)
Prerequisite(s): Biology 20A or 21A. Concurrent enrollment in course
60 is required. J. Stuart
70. Introduction to Psychobiology.
F
Brain sciences, behavior of animals and humans in the laboratory
and field; the evolution of social behavior through natural selection.
Topics include research techniques, neural mechanisms, sensory-motor
processes, sensory systems, learning, biological rhythms, energy
regulation. (General Education Code(s): IN.) M. Zavanelli,
E. Switkes
75. Scientific Diving Certification
(2 credits). F,S
Prerequisite for course 161/L, Kelp Forest Ecology, and all
research diving performed under the auspices of UCSC or other academic
institutions. Course work includes lectures and scuba diving. Topics
include subtidal sampling techniques, navigation, low visibility
diving, search and recovery, rescues, small boat use, oxygen administration
for divers, technical blue water deep diving, physics, and physiology.
Pick up application in room A414 EMS during preceding quarter. Students
are billed a course materials fee that covers costs for equipment
use, materials, and transportation. Prerequisite(s): skill level
equal to Advanced Scuba Diver Certification, pass scuba physical,
provide own scuba gear, be certified in CPR and First Aid; and interview:
pass swim test and scuba skills test. Enrollment limited to 16.
The Staff
80A. Female Physiology and Gynecology.
F,S
Biochemical, medical, social, and clinical aspects of the female
body. Emphasis will be on biological-chemical interactions in the
female organs. Topics include female anatomy, cell physiology, endocrine
functions, sexuality and intimacy, sexually transmitted diseases,
puberty, pregnancy, menopause, birth control, abortion, immunity,
cancer. (General Education Code(s): T2-Natural Sciences.) (F)
J. Thompson, (S) M. Zavanelli
80H. The Human Genome. F,S
Course will focus on understanding human genes. Accessible to non-science
majors. Will cover principles of human inheritance and techniques
used in gene analysis. The evolutionary, social, ethical, and legal
issues associated with knowledge of the human genome will be discussed.
(Also offered as Biomolecular Engineering 80H. Students cannot receive
credit for both courses.) (General Education Code(s): T2-Natural
Sciences.) W. Rothwell
80J. Biology of AIDS. W
An overview of the biology of the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
(AIDS) and the social and legal issues that surround it are explored
in a series of lectures by biology faculty and experts in the field.
(General Education Code(s): T2-Natural Sciences.) M. Zavanelli
80L. The Secret Sex Lives of Plants.
F
The long, tortuous, and sometimes comic history of the discovery
of sexuality in plants, from Aristotle to Sprengel and Hofmeister,
is examined as a case study of the cultural, religious, and psychological
barriers that can operate to impede scientific understanding. (General
Education Code(s): T2-Natural Sciences.) L. Taiz
80N. Biology of Human Health and Nutrition.
W
An introduction to the biology of human nutrition and its effects
on human health. The course explores how nutrient balance, exercise,
and age interact in their effects on human health, fitness, and
disease. (General Education Code(s): T2-Natural Sciences.) J.
Thompson
80P. Infectious Diseases and Human Populations.
S
An overview of the biology of infectious diseases in human societies
including why diseases vary in severity, how human bodies defend
themselves, and how public health efforts cope with the problem
of rapidly evolving pathogens. (General Education Code(s): T2-Natural
Sciences.) J. Thompson
89. Clinical Health Care: Organization
and financing. W
Introduces students to the principles of health care organizations,
including how they are paid for, and examines social constructions
of health care in the U.S. Key concepts include access, quality
of care, and cultural competence; also features hands-on research.
Recommended for health science majors and community studies majors
focusing on health. (General Education Code(s): IS.) J. Tamkun,
A. Steiner
99. Tutorial. F,W,S
Individual, directed study for undergraduates. Students submit petition
to sponsoring agency. The Staff
100. Biochemistry. F,S
An introduction to biochemistry including biochemical molecules, protein
structure and function, membranes, bioenergetics, and regulation of
biosynthesis. Provides students with basic essentials of modern biochemistry
and the background needed for upper-division biology courses. Students
who plan to do advanced work in biochemistry and molecular biology
should take the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 100 series directly.
Students cannot receive credit for this course after they have completed
any two courses from the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 100A,
100B, and 100C sequence with grades of Pass, C, or better. Prerequisite(s):
courses 20A and 20B; and Chemistry 7 or 108A or 112A. (F) R.
Ludwig, (S) M. Dalbey
100L. Biochemistry Laboratory. F
Basic techniques and principles of laboratory biochemistry including
isolation and characterization of a natural product, manipulation
of proteins and nucleic acids to demonstrate basic physical and chemical
properties; and characterization of enzyme substrate interactions.
Students are billed a materials fee. Prerequisite(s): course 100 (may
enroll concurrently). Enrollment limited to 20. M. Dalbey
105. Genetics. F,S
Mendelian and molecular genetics; mechanisms of heredity, mutation,
recombination, and gene action. Students cannot receive credit for
this course and course 106. Prerequisite(s): courses 20A and 20B.
(F) M. Dalbey, (S) W. Sullivan
105L. Eukaryotic Genetics Laboratory.
S
Classical and newly developed molecular-genetic techniques used to
explore genetic variation in wild populations of the fruit fly Drosophila
melanogaster. Topics include Mendelian fundamentals, mapping,
design of genetic screens, bio-informatic and database analysis, genetic
enhancers, and population genetics. Students are billed a materials
fee. (Formerly Genetics Laboratory.) Prerequisite(s): course
105; course 100 or Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 100A recommended.
W. Sullivan
105M. Microbial Genetics Laboratory.
F
Exploration of basic genetics processes such as replication, mutation,
DNA repair, recombination, gene exchange, population genetics, and
evolution using microbial model organisms; classic techniques in microbial
genetics and contemporary molecular techniques presented. Prerequisite:
course 105. Enrollment limited to 16. M. Dalbey
107. Population Genetics. *
Basic population genetics and selected topics will be covered, including
genetics of speciation, tempo and mode of evolution, genetics of social
behavior, natural selection in human populations, and the impact of
molecular studies on evolutionary theory. Students cannot receive
credit for this course and course 207. Concurrent enrollment in course
107L is required. Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B, 20C, and 105.
Concurrent enrollment in course 107L is required. Offered in alternate
academic years. G. Pogson
107L. Population Genetics Laboratory
(2 credits). *
A companion course to 107, Population Genetics, that applies
the theory developed in that course to related disciplines including
conservation biology, ecology, agriculture, and population biology.
Original scientific literature relating to the theory developed in
course 107 is read, and applied problem sets are solved by the students.
Students cannot receive credit for this course and course 207L. Concurrent
enrollment in course 107 is required. Prerequisite(s): courses 20A,
20B, 20C, and 105. Concurrent enrollment in course 107 is required.
Offered in alternate academic years. G. Pogson
109L. Yeast Molecular Genetics Laboratory.
*
The powerful genetic and molecular techniques available for yeast
combined with the complete genomic DNA sequence offers opportunity
for discovery of fundamental aspects of eukaryotic life. Lab providing
practical experience in using yeast as an experimental system. Students
are billed a materials fee. Prerequisite(s): course 105; 115 strongly
recommended. Enrollment limited to 15. M. Ares, D. Kellogg
110. Cell Biology. F,S
Covers the structure, organization, and function of eukaryotic cells.
Topics include biological membranes, organelles, protein and vesicular
trafficking, cellular interactions, the cytoskeleton, and signal transduction.
Requires a good understanding of basic biochemistry and molecular
biology. Prerequisite(s): courses 20A and 20B; course 100 or Biochemistry
and Molecular Biology 100A. (F) A. Zahler, (S)
D. Kellogg
111. Immunology. S
Immune systems—their manifestations and mechanisms of action. Prerequisite(s):
courses 20A, 20B, 105, and 110. M. Zuniga
113. Mammalian Endocrinology. S
Introduction to the major endocrine organs, their hormones, and their
receptors. Emphasis is on the following topics: structural analysis
of the hormones and receptors at the protein and molecular level,
regulation of expression of hormones and their receptors, and the
biological functions of hormones. Prerequisite(s): course 100 or Biochemistry
and Molecular Biology 100A. L. Ogren
114. Cancer Cell Biology. S
Focuses on the molecular and cellular mechanisms behind cancer. Topics
covered include oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, cell growth genes,
checkpoint genes, telomeres, and apoptosis. Students will gain experience
in reading the primary scientific literature. Prerequisite(s): course
110 or 115. A. Zahler
115. Eukaryotic Molecular Biology.
W
Covers eukaryotic gene and genome organization; DNA, RNA, and protein
synthesis; regulation of gene expression; chromosome structure and
organization; and the application of recombinant DNA technology to
the study of these topics. Prerequisite(s): course 100 or Biochemistry
and Molecular Biology 100A, and either course 105 or 106. M. Jurica
115L. Eukaryotic Molecular Biology Laboratory.
W,S
A laboratory designed to provide students with direct training in
basic molecular techniques. Each laboratory is a separate module which
together builds to allow cloning, isolation, and identification of
a nucleic acid sequence from scratch. Students cannot receive credit
for this course and course 187L or 287L. Students are billed for a
materials fee. (Formerly course 116L.) Prerequisite(s): Chemistry
108B/M or 112C/N and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 100A or Biology
115. Enrollment limited to 20. M. Zavanelli
117A. Advanced Genetics. F
An analysis of selected topics in the primary research literature
including conditional lethality, classical fine structure genetics,
the coding problem, control of operon expression, phage lambda, and
developmental genetics. Students cannot receive credit for this course
and 200A. Prerequisite(s): course 105 and Biochemistry and Molecular
Biology 100A. R. Ludwig, A. Chisholm, W. Sullivan
117B. Advanced Molecular Biology.
W
An in-depth coverage of the structure, function, and synthesis of
DNA, RNA, and proteins. Discussion of the roles of macromolecules
in the regulation of information in the cell. Students cannot receive
credit for this course and course 200B. Prerequisite(s): course 117A.
H. Noller
117C. Advanced Cell Biology. S
An in-depth coverage of topics in cellular and subcellular organization,
structure and function in plants and animals. Emphasis on current
research problems. Students cannot receive credit for this course
and course 200C. Previous or concurrent enrollment in courses 110
and 117B is required. The Staff
118. Biology of Disease. W
Primary objective is to provide an understanding of disease processes
in humans. Integrates normal physiology and pathophysiology with the
molecular and physiologic bases of diseases. Major emphasis on the
physiological, molecular, and biochemical basis of diseases, with
particular emphasis on the neuromuscular, cardiovascular, respiratory,
renal, immune, and central nervous systems. Also addresses environmental
risk factors in the etiology of diseases. Overviews provided, but
covers selective topics considered most important in depth. (Also
offered as Environmental Toxicology 138. Students cannot receive credit
for both courses.) Prerequisite(s): courses 20A and 20B or equivalent
and course 110. Course 130 is recommended. D. Smith
119. Microbiology. F,W
Cell and molecular biology of bacteria and their viruses, including
applications in medicine, public health, agriculture, and biotechnology.
Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B, and 100. (F) K. Ottemann,
(W) F. Yildiz
119L. Microbiology Laboratory. F,W
An introduction to the principles and practices of laboratory microbiology,
with a substantial presentation of optical microscopy. Students are
billed for a materials fee. Prerequisite(s): course 119. Course 119
may be taken concurrently. (F) The Staff, (W)
M. Dalbey, (W) C. Saltikov
120. Development. W
A description and analysis of selected developmental events in the
life cycle of animals. Experimental approaches to understanding mechanisms
are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): course 100 or Biochemistry and Molecular
Biology 100A, and course 105. A. Chisholm
120L. Development Laboratory. *
Experimental studies of animal development using a variety of locally
obtainable organisms. Approximately eight hours weekly, but it will
often be necessary to monitor continuing experiments throughout the
week. Concurrent enrollment in course 120 required. Students are billed
a materials fee. Prerequisite(s): course 100 or Biochemistry and Molecular
Biology 100A and course 110. Concurrent enrollment in course 120 required.
A. Chisholm
122. Cellular and Organismal Toxicology.
W
Emphases of biochemical, cellular, and organ system basis of intoxication,
including dose-response relationships, biotransformation of toxicants,
biochemical mechanisms underlying toxicity, factors influencing toxic
action, and biomarkers of exposure. Emphasizes effects of various
classes of toxins, including heavy metals and persistent synthetic
organics, with a focus on susceptible biochemical/cellular processes
of the central nervous, immune, hepatic, and renal target organ systems.
Designed for advanced undergraduates. Students cannot receive credit
for this course and course 202. (Also offered as Environmental Toxicology
102. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.) Prerequisite(s):
courses 20A, 20B or equivalent; courses 100 and 110 are recommended.
Enrollment restricted to juniors and seniors. D. Smith
125. Introduction to Neuroscience.
F
The structure and function of the nervous system. Topics include elementary
electrical principles, biophysics and physiology of single nerve and
muscle cells, signal transduction at synapses, development of the
nervous system, and neural basis of behavior. Requires a good understanding
of basic biochemistry, cell biology, and molecular biology. Prerequisite(s):
course 100. Concurrent enrollment in course 105 or 110 is encouraged.
D. Feldheim
126. Advanced Molecular Neuroscience.
S
Explores in detail cellular and molecular events that underlay the
function of the nervous system. Topics include neural development,
axon guidance and regeneration, advanced electrical principles (synaptic
transmission through a variety of receptors), synaptic plasticity,
learning and memory, as well as several neural disorders. Prerequisite(s):
course 125. L. Hinck
128. Advanced Cellular and Developmental
Neurobiology. *
Emphasizes comparative studies in both invertebrate and vertebrate
nervous systems to provide rigorous, first hand knowledge in neural
development. Specific topics include neurogenesis, fate determination,
migration, axonal guidance, and synaptogenesis. Students must participate
actively in lectures and discussions. Students cannot receive credit
for this course and course 228. Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor;
students need a solid background in molecular, cellular, and developmental
biology. Enrollment limited to 10. Y. Jin
128L. Neural Genetics Laboratory.
W
A genetics laboratory course using the nematode C. elegans
as a model organism to understand the development and function of
the nervous system. Comprehensive research projects are designed to
teach the basic methodology and principles of genetic analysis. Students
are billed for a materials fee. Prerequisite(s): courses 20A and 105.
Enrollment limited to 16. Y. Jin
130. Human Physiology. W
Function, organization, and regulation of the major organ systems
of humans, with emphasis on integration among systems. Students cannot
receive credit for this course and course 131. Prerequisite(s): course
110; vertebrate anatomy course recommended preparation. L. Ogren
130L. Human Physiology Laboratory
(2 credits). W
Examines fundamental principles of systemic physiology focusing on
the human. Students cannot receive credit for this course and course
131L. Students are billed a materials fee. Prerequisite(s): courses
20A, 20B, and 110. Concurrent enrollment in course 130 is required.
L. Ogren
131. Animal Physiology. F
Principles and concepts underlying the function of tissues and organ
systems in animals with emphasis on vertebrate systems. Students cannot
receive credit for this course and course 130. Prerequisite(s): courses
20A, 20B, and 100. L. Ogren
131L. Animal Physiology Laboratory
(2 credits). F
Experiments conducted with primary focus on quantitative physiological
principles of organ systems and intact organisms. Students cannot
receive credit for this course and course 130L. Students are billed
for a materials fee. Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B, and 100. Concurrent
enrollment in course 131 is required. Enrollment limited to 25. L.
Ogren
132. Comparative Physiology of Vertebrates.
W
Comparative physiology of mammals, birds, and fish with emphasis on
locomotor performance and exercise in aquatic and terrestrial environments.
Cardiovascular, respiratory, and skeletal muscle systems examined.
Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B, and 20C; biochemistry, cell biology,
and vertebrate anatomy recommended. T. Williams
133. Exercise Physiology. S
An advanced-level course concerning physiological and biochemical
processes associated with human performance. Emphasis is on the integration
of organ systems for exercise. Topics include metabolism and fuel
utilization, cardiovascular and respiratory dynamics during activity,
and the effects of training. Requires a good understanding of basic
physiological function and anatomy. Students cannot receive credit
for this course and course 233. By interview; permission of instructor
required. Must be taken concurrently with course 133L. Course 131
or 132 recommended as preparation. Enrollment limited to 20. Offered
in alternate academic years. T. Williams
133L. Exercise Physiology Laboratory
(2 credits). S
An introduction to basic measurement techniques used in assessing
the physiological response of humans to exercise. Sessions cover oxygen
consumption, respiratory rate, and heart rate monitoring during aerobic
and anaerobic activity. By interview: permission of instructor required;
course 131 or 132 recommended as preparation. Must be taken concurrently
with course 133. Enrollment limited to 20. Offered in alternate academic
years. T. Williams
135. Human Functional Anatomy. S
Study of structure and function of the human body through lectures
with an evolutionary perspective including regional anatomy and body
systems. Students cannot receive credit for this course and course
207. (Formerly Anatomy of the Human Body.) (Also offered as
Anthropology 107. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.)
Prerequisite(s): courses 20A and 20B or Anthropology 1; concurrent
enrollment in course 135L is required. The Staff
135L. Human Functional Anatomy Laboratory.
S
Study of structure and function of the human body using dissection,
comparative vertebrate anatomy, anatomical models, and computer-assisted
instruction. Students are billed for a lab fee. Students cannot receive
credit for this course and course 207L. (Formerly Anatomy of the
Human Body Laboratory.) (Also offered as Anthropology 107L. Students
cannot receive credit for both courses.) Prerequisite(s): courses
20A and 20B or Anthropology 1. Concurrent enrollment in course 135
is required. Enrollment limited to 20. N. Dominy
136. Invertebrate Zoology. W
An examination of invertebrates and their habitats. Lecture format.
Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B, and 20C. Course 136L must be taken
concurrently. Enrollment restricted to majors sponsored by the Molecular,
Cell, and Developmental Biology and the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Departments. Enrollment limited to 96. B. Marinovic
136L. Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory
(2 credits). W
An examination of invertebrates and their habitats. Weekly laboratories
or field trips. Students are billed for a materials fee. Prerequisite(s):
courses 20A, 20B, and 20C. Biology 136 must be taken concurrently.
Enrollment restricted to majors sponsored by the Molecular, Cell,
and Developmental Biology and the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Departments. Enrollment limited to 96. B. Marinovic
137. Ichthyology. F
An introduction to the biology of jawless, cartilaginous, and bony
fishes—their classification, evolution, form, physiology, and ecology.
Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B, and 20C. Course 137L must be taken
concurrently. Offered in alternate academic years. G. Bernardi
137L. Ichthyology Laboratory (2
credits). F
One laboratory session a week and several field trips to study the
biology of fish. Students are billed for a materials fee. Prerequisite(s):
courses 20A, 20B, and 20C. Course 137 must be taken concurrently.
Offered in alternate academic years. G. Bernardi
138. Biology and Ecology of the Vertebrates.
*
An introduction to the fundamentals of vertebrate biology and ecology
including evolutionary history, basic anatomy and physiology, systematics,
ecology and major specializations for locomotion, reproduction, homeostasis,
energy balance, and thermoregulation. Prerequisite to the 106 series.
(Also offered as Environmental Studies 105. Students cannot receive
credit for both courses.) Prerequisite(s): course 20A, 20B, 20C, 150
or Environmental Studies 24. Concurrent enrollment in course 138L
required. Enrollment restricted to majors sponsored by biological
sciences. Enrollment limited to 50. M. Fusari
138L. Biology and Ecology of the Vertebrates
Laboratory (2 credits). *
Covers the basics of vertebrate anatomy and taxonomy with emphasis
on local species identification. Lab includes a weekly film series
and two Saturday trips to the California Academy of Sciences. Concurrent
enrollment in course 105 is required. Prerequisite to the 106 series.
(Also offered as Environmental Studies 105L. Students cannot receive
credit for both courses.) Prerequisite(s): course 20C, 150, or Environmental
Studies 24. Concurrent enrollment in course 138 is required. Enrollment
restricted to majors sponsored by biological sciences. Enrollment
limited to 12. The Staff
139. Biology of Marine Mammals.
S
A survey of cetaceans, pinnipeds, sirenians, and sea otters, including
natural history, systematics, physiology, behavior, anatomy, and conservation.
Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B, and 20C; course 138 is recommended.
D. Costa
139L. Biology of Marine Mammals Laboratory
(2 credits). S
Covers the basics of marine mammal taxonomy, anatomy, and field methods
with an emphasis on local field identification and understanding of
local species. Will include field trips to Long Marine Lab, Ano Nuevo,
and Monterey Bay. Must be taken concurrently with course 139. Students
are billed for a materials fee. Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B,
and 20C. Must be taken concurrently with course 139. D. Costa
140. Behavioral Ecology. F
An introduction to social and reproductive behavior. Emphasis on studies
of vertebrates in their natural habitat. Ideas concerning the evolution
of social behavior, mating systems, and individual reproductive strategies.
Case histories of well-studied animals that illustrate key principles
in courtship and mating, parental behavior, and food-getting behavior.
Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B, and 20C. B. Sinervo
141L. Ecological Field Methods.
S
Field-oriented course in the study of animal ecology and behavior.
Combines overview of methodologies and approaches to field research
with practical field studies. Students are billed a materials fee.
Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition
requirements; course 20C required; courses 140, 150, 152, or 160 recommended.
Enrollment restricted to juniors. Enrollment limited to 25. (General
Education Code(s): W.) D. Croll
142. Ocean Ecosystems. W
Discussion of selected topics in animal ecology of the open sea: zooplankton
production, variability of pelagic populations, food webs, deep-sea
pelagic and benthic ecology, fisheries oceanography, and human effects
on the open ocean biota. Students cannot receive credit for this course
and course 242. (Also offered as Ocean Sciences 142. Students cannot
receive credit for both courses.) Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B,
and 20C or equivalent; one ocean sciences course recommended. M.
Silver
143. Herpetology. W
Lectures introduce students to evolution, development, physiology,
behavior, ecology, and life history of reptiles and amphibians. The
materials integrate with conceptual and theoretical issues of ecology,
evolution, physiology, and behavior. Prerequisite(s): course 138,
140, 150, 175 or Environmental Studies 105. Concurrent enrollment
in course 143L required. Enrollment limited to 25. Offered in alternate
academic years. The Staff
143L. Field Methods in Herpetological Research
(2 credits). W
Field trips introduce students to natural history, censusing techniques,
physiological ecology, and behavioral analysis of reptiles and amphibians.
Laboratories introduce students to techniques for analyzing behavior
and physiology. Field studies culminate with a group project in a
natural setting. Some field trips may be held on weekends due to weather
considerations. Some field trips may require students to provide their
own transportation, some transportation will be provided by UCSC.
Students are billed for a materials fee. Prerequisite(s): course 138,
140, 150, 175, or Environmental Studies 105. Concurrent enrollment
in course 143 is required. Offered in alternate academic years. The
Staff
144. Ornithology. F
Introduction to the evolution, ecology, behavior, and natural history
of birds, using exemplary case histories to illustrate key concepts
in evolution, ecology, and behavior. Prerequisite(s): course 140,
150, or 175, or Environmental Studies 24 or 105. Concurrent enrollment
in course 144L is required. Enrollment limited to 20. B. Lyon
144L. Ornithology Field Studies
(2 credits). F
Field trips introduce students to field identification skills and
field investigation of census, foraging behavior, migration, social
behavior, and communication. Examination of specimens in the laboratory
will be used to highlight the diversity and taxonomy of birds. Students
are billed for a materials fee. Some field trips may require students
to provide their own transportation. Prerequisite(s): course 140,
150, or 175, or Environmental Studies 24 or 105. Concurrent enrollment
in course 144 is required. Enrollment limited to 20. Offered in alternate
academic years. B. Lyon
145L. Behavioral Ecology Field Course.
*
A field-based course introducing students to concepts and methods
for studying behavioral ecology in nature. Students will conduct observations
and field experiments on various local model organisms including elephant
seals, hummingbirds, sparrows, lizards, ants, bees, frogs, and salamanders.
Students are billed a materials fee. Prerequisite(s): course 140 or
150 or Environmental Studies 105; satisfaction of the Entry Level
Writing and Composition requirements. Enrollment limited to 25. Offered
in alternate academic years. (General Education Code(s): W.) B.
Lyon, B. Sinervo
148. Quantitative Ecology for Conservation.
W
Biological processes behind conservation problems and the quantitative
tools needed to successfully address issues in both basic and applied
ecology. Emphasis on data analysis and mathematical modeling of ecological
processes at the population and community levels. Prerequisite(s):
courses 20A, 20B, 20C; and Applied Mathematics and Statistics 5 or
7; and Mathematics 11A. Course 148L must be taken concurrently. D.
Doak
148L. Quantitative Ecology for Conservation
Lab (2 credits). W
Focuses on computational methods used to solve biological problems.
Weekly homework assignments issued; students learn to program in language
MATLAB. Prerequisite(s): courses 20B and 20C, Applied Mathematics
and Statistics 5 or 7 (formerly Engineering 5 or 7), and Mathematics
11A. Course 148 must be taken concurrently. Enrollment limited to
25. D. Doak
150. Ecology. W
Focuses on physiological, behavioral, and population ecology, and
on linking ecological processes to evolution. It includes basic principles,
experimental approaches, concepts of modeling, and applications to
ecological problems. Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B, and 20C. B.
Lyon
152. Community Ecology. S
Develops the major themes of community biology: structure, trophic
dynamics, succession, complex interactions among species, herbivory,
evolution and coevolution. Uses case histories of well-studied marine
and terrestrial systems. Students cannot receive credit for this course
and course 252. Prerequisite(s): course 150 or Environmental Studies
24. Enrollment limited to 50. L. Fox
158. Ecology of Reefs, Mangroves, and Seagrasses.
W
Integrated treatment of coral reefs, sea grasses, and mangroves emphasizing
interactions and processes through time. Major topics: biological
and geological history, biogeography, evolution and ecology of dominant
organisms, biodiversity, community and ecosystem ecology, geology,
biogeochemistry, global change, human impacts. (Also offered as Ocean
Sciences 157. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.) Prerequisite(s):
courses 20A, 20B, 20C, and one relevant upper-division course in biology,
Earth sciences, or ocean sciences, such as course 150 or 175; Earth
Sciences 101, 102, or 105; or Ocean Sciences 101. D. Potts
160. Marine Ecology. W
Paradigms and designs in marine ecology. A review of the paradigms
that have shaped our understanding of marine ecology; analysis and
discussion of experiments with these paradigms. Students cannot receive
credit for this course and course 260. Prerequisite(s): course 150
or 140 or Environmental Studies 24. M. Carr
160L. Marine Ecology Laboratory.
S
Supervised individual research projects in experimental marine biology.
Students carry out a complete research project, including (1) the
formation of hypotheses; (2) the design and implementation of experiments;
(3) collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and (4) write-up
of an oral presentation. Students are billed for a materials fee.
Admission by interview to assess ability to carry out field project;
course 160. Enrollment limited to 20. Offered in alternate academic
years. M. Carr
161. Kelp Forest Ecology. F
Study of organization of kelp forests as models for examining biological
communities. The physical and biotic factors responsible for community
organization of kelp forests are explored using original literature
and data collected in course 161L. Class meets one full morning each
week. Prerequisite(s): by interview only; courses 20A, 20B, and 20C
are required. Students must pass the University Research Diving Certification
(contact the diving safety officer, Institute of Marine Sciences,
for further information). Enrollment restricted to seniors. Course
161L must be taken concurrently; courses 136/L, 150, or 170/L are
recommended. Enrollment limited to 24. Offered in alternate academic
years. P. Raimondi, M. Carr
161L. Kelp Forest Ecology Laboratory.
F
Fieldwork using SCUBA to quantitatively and qualitatively examine
the abundance and distribution of organisms in kelp forests, with
additional laboratory work. Culminates with a directed individual
research project. Class meets one full morning each week. Students
are billed for a materials fee. Admission by interview; courses 20A,
20B, and 20C are required; course 161 must be taken concurrently;
course(s) 136/L, 150, or 170/L are recommended. Students must pass
the University Research Diving Certification (contact the Diving Safety
Officer, Institute of Marine Sciences, for further information). Enrollment
limited to 24. Offered in alternate academic years. P. Raimondi,
M. Carr
162A. Marine Ecology Field Quarter: Marine
Ecology with Laboratory. *
Total immersion in marine ecology for very motivated students. Students
develop a research project during first five weeks on campus and then
spend five weeks of immersion in directed research without distraction
in isolated locations off campus (past locations include the Gulf
of California in Mexico and Moorea in French Polynesia). Not available
through University Extension. No other courses may be taken during
this quarter. Students must sign a contract agreeing to standards
of behavior outlined in the UCSC Rule Book and by the instructors.
Students are billed for a materials, transportation (not airfare),
and room and board fee. Paradigms and designs in marine ecology. A
review of the paradigms that have shaped our understanding of marine
ecology and analysis and discussion of experiments with these paradigms.
Students carry out a complete research project, including the formation
of hypotheses; the design and implementation of experiments; the collection,
analysis, and interpretation of data; and the write-up and oral presentation
of results. Admission by interview during previous winter quarter.
Courses 162A, 162B, 162C, and 162D are equivalent to courses 137,
137L, 160, and 160L for major requirements. Courses 162A, 162B, 162C,
and 162D must be taken concurrently. (Formerly Marine Ecology with
Laboratory.) Enrollment limited to 26. Offered in alternate academic
years. P. Raimondi
162B. Marine Ecology Field Quarter: Ichthyology
with Laboratory. *
An introduction to the biology of jawless, cartilaginous, and bony
fishes—their classification, evolution, form, physiology, and ecology.
Admission by interview during previous winter quarter. Courses 162A,
162B, 162C, and 162D are equivalent to courses 137, 137L, 160, and
160L for major requirements. Courses 162A, 162B, 162C, and 162D must
be taken concurrently. (Formerly Ichthyology with Laboratory.)
Enrollment limited to 26. Offered in alternate academic years. G.
Bernardi
162C. Marine Ecology Field Quarter: Methods
in Field Ecology. *
Students learn quantitative methods for field experiments and surveys.
Emphasis will be on marine environments, but there will also be exposure
to terrestrial systems. This is the lecture component to course 162D.
No text is required for this course; instead, readings from the current
literature will be assigned. Students are evaluated on written independent
field project proposals and class participation. Admission by interview
during previous winter quarter. Courses 162A, 162B, 162C, and 162D
are equivalent to courses 137, 137L, 160, and 160L for major requirements.
Courses 162A, 162B, 162C, and 162D must be taken concurrently. (Formerly
Methods in Field Ecology.) Enrollment limited to 26. Offered
in alternate academic years. P. Raimondi
162D. Marine Ecology Field Quarter: Methods
in Field Ecology Laboratory (4 credits).
*
This is laboratory portion of course 162C. Students carry out independent
field projects under the supervision of course instructors. All work
is done during the 5–6 week off-campus portion of course 162. Students
are evaluated on field techniques, the final write-up of their independent
field projects, and class participation. Admission by interview during
previous winter quarter. Courses 162A, 162B, 162C, and 162D are equivalent
to courses 137, 137L, 160, and 160L for major requirements. Courses
162A, 162B, 162C, and 162D must be taken concurrently. (Formerly Methods
in Field Ecology Laboratory.) Enrollment limited to 26. Offered
in alternate academic years. G. Bernardi
163. Marine Conservation Biology.
F
Initially undertakes an in-depth comparison of the biology and conservation
of marine versus terrestrial ecosystems. With this foundation, course
examines marine biodiversity loss resulting from overexploitation,
habitat loss, species introduction, and pollution, with particular
emphasis on the resulting trophic cascades, biodiversity losses, and
climate change. Students cannot receive credit for this course and
Environmental Studies 120. Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B, and
20C; Ocean Sciences 101 recommended. D. Croll
166. Plant Physiology. W
Cellular and organismal functions important in the life of green plants.
Prerequisite(s): courses 20A and 20B and Chemistry 7; a course in
cell biology recommended; courses 100 and 110 are highly recommended
as preparation. L. Taiz
168. Systematic Botany of Flowering Plants.
S
An examination of the taxonomy and evolution of flowering plants.
Special topics include phylogenetics and cladistics, plant species
concepts, and modern methods of systematic research. Prerequisite(s):
courses 20A, 20B, and 20C; or Environmental Studies 24. Must be taken
concurrently with course 168L. Enrollment limited to 32. The Staff
168L. Systematic Botany of Flowering Plants
Laboratory (2 credits). S
One laboratory meeting weekly concerned primarily with California
flora and plant families. Several field trips. Students are billed
a materials fee. Prerequisite(s): courses 20A and 20B; and 20C or
Environmental Studies 24. Must be taken concurrently with course 168.
Enrollment limited to 32. The Staff
169. Plant Ecology. F
An exploration of the ecology of plant form, function, distribution,
abundance, and diversity. Topics include plant adaptations to environmental
conditions, life history variation, competition, reproductive ecology,
herbivory, and patterns of diversity. Lecture with discussions of
original papers and independent field project. Students cannot receive
credit for this course and courses 165 or 269. Prerequisite(s): course
20C or Environmental Studies 24. Course 150 is recommended. Enrollment
limited to 30. The Staff
169L. Field Methods in Plant Ecology.
*
Hands-on exploration of the concepts and techniques of plant ecology.
A combination of lab, greenhouse, and field-based exercises (irrespective
of weather conditions). Statistical analysis and scientific writing.
One required weekend field trip. Students cannot receive credit for
this course and courses 165 or 269L. Students are billed for a materials
fee. Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and
Composition requirements, course 20C or Environmental Studies 24.
Concurrent enrollment in course 169 is required. Course 150 is recommended.
Enrollment limited to 30. (General Education Code(s): W.) I. Parker
170. Marine Botany. S
An introduction to the biology of marine algae, fungi, and angiosperms
with regard to form and function. Major boreal, temperate, and tropical
marine plant communities. Lecture format. Prerequisite(s): courses
20A, 20B, and 20C. Must be taken concurrently with course 170L. The
Staff
170L. Marine Botany Laboratory (2
credits). S
One laboratory weekly and several field trips. Focuses on marine algae,
fungi, and angiosperms. Students are billed for a materials fee. Prerequisite(s):
courses 20A, 20B, and 20C. Must be taken concurrently with course
170. Enrollment limited to 20. The Staff
171. Marine Microbial Ecology. S
The study of marine bacteria and their role in the marine ecosystem.
Emphasis on biochemistry and physiology in relation to metabolic activity
and elemental cycles, trophic interactions, and flows of material
and energy in marine food webs. Exams and term paper required. Students
cannot receive credit for this course and course 218. (Also offered
as Ocean Sciences 118. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.)
Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B, 20C, and Chemistry 1C. J. Zehr
175. Evolution. F
An examination of the history and mechanisms of evolutionary change.
Topics include molecular evolution, natural and sexual selection,
adaptation, speciation, biogeography, and macroevolution. Prerequisite(s):
courses 20A, 20B, 20C, and 105. G. Pogson
180. Research Programming for Biologists
and Biochemists. W
No programming experience required, but basic computer skills assumed.
Students without prior programming experience taught basic proficiency
in Perl, BioPerl, and other Perl libraries needed to analyze, transform,
and publish biological data. Students required to solve a research
problem as a final project. Lectures and labs are shared with course
60. Students cannot receive credit for this course and course 60.
(Also offered as Biomolecular Engineering 160. Students cannot receive
credit for both courses.) Prerequisite(s): Biology 20A or 21A. Previous
or concurrent enrollment in course 180L is required. The Staff
180L. Research Programming for Biologists
and Biochemists Laboratory (1 credit). W
Laboratory sequence illustrating topics covered in course 160. One
two-hour laboratory per week. Students cannot receive credit for this
course and course 60L. (Also offered as Biomolecular Engineering 160L.
Students cannot receive credit for both courses.) Prerequisite(s):
course 20A or 21A. Concurrent enrollment in course 180 is required.
J. Stuart
181. Computational Biology Tools.
S
Hands-on laboratory geared to teach basic tools used in computational
biology (motif searching, primer selection, sequence comparison, multiple
sequence alignment, genefinders, phylogenetics analysis, X-ray crystallography
software). Web- and Unix-based tools/databases are used. Open to all
science students; no prior Unix experience required. (Also offered
as Biomolecular Engineering 110. Students cannot receive credit for
both courses.) Prerequisite(s): course 100 or Biochemistry 100A. Enrollment
limited to 25. The Staff
185F. Hughes Undergraduate Research Lab
(2 credits). F,W,S
Covers the application of modern research techniques to unanswered
questions in human molecular genetics. Especially designed for self-motivated
students interested in scientific discovery. Admission by permission
of instructor. Enrollment limited to 25. May be repeated for credit.
M. Ares
185L. Hughes Undergraduate Research Lab.
F,W,S
Covers the application of modern research techniques to unanswered
questions in human molecular genetics. Especially designed for self-motivated
students interested in scientific discovery. Admission by permission
of instructor. Enrollment limited to 25. May be repeated for credit.
M. Ares
186F. Undergraduate Research in MCD Biology
(2 credits). F,W,S
Supervised undergraduate research in laboratory of an MCD biology
faculty member accompanied by weekly lectures on ethical and practical
scientific issues. Topics include laboratory safety; the scientific
method; the collection, treatment, and presentation of data; critical
evaluation of scientific literature; scientific misconduct; and peer
review. Career issues, including how to apply for admission to graduate
and professional schools, also discussed. Prerequisite(s): courses
20A and 20B; at least one of course 100, 105, or Biochemistry 100A;
and permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit. (F)
H. Noller, (W) A. Zahler, (S) The Staff
186L. Undergraduate Research in MCD Biology.
F,W,S
Supervised undergraduate research in laboratory of an MCD biology
faculty member accompanied by weekly lectures on ethical and practical
scientific issues. Topics include laboratory safety; the scientific
method; the collection, treatment, and presentation of data; critical
evaluation of scientific literature; scientific misconduct; and peer
review. Career issues, including how to apply for admission to graduate
and professional schools, also discussed. Prerequisite(s): courses
20A and 20B; at least one of course 100, 105, or Biochemistry 100A;
and permission of instructor. (F) H. Noller, (W)
A. Zahler, (S) The Staff
187L. Molecular Biotechnology Laboratory.
F
An intensive molecular biology laboratory that presents procedures
used in molecular and biotechnology research. Topics and procedures
include DNA/RNA isolation, cloning and library construction, southern
and northern hybridization, DNA fingerprinting, PCR, manual and automated
sequencing, and computer methods for analyzing molecular data. New
procedures currently being developed in biotechnology industries are
presented by industry representatives. Students cannot receive credit
for this course and course 116L or 287L. Students are billed for a
materials fee. Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B, 20C, 100, and 110.
Enrollment limited to 20. M. Zavanelli
189. Health Sciences Internship.
F,W,S
Structured off-campus learning experience providing hands-on experience
and pre-professional mentoring in a variety of health-related settings.
Interns are trained and supervised by a professional at their placement
and receive academic guidance from their faculty sponsor. Students
spend 10–12 hours per week at their placement, participate in weekly
discussion meetings on campus, keep a reflective journal, and submit
a final paper. Prerequisite(s): by interview with health sciences
internship coordinator; applications are due one quarter in advance
to the Health Sciences Internship Office. Enrollment restricted to
health sciences majors. May be repeated for credit. (F) M.
Zuniga, (W) M. Zuniga, (S) L. Hinck
190. Senior Seminar. S
Satisfies the senior exit requirement for all biological sciences
majors. (Formerly Proseminar.) The Staff
191. Teaching College Biology.
Course designed to provide undergraduates at the upper-division level
with an opportunity to participate in planning and teaching college-level
biology. May not be repeated for credit. The Staff
192. Directed Student Teaching.
F,W,S
Teaching of a lower-division seminar under faculty supervision. (See
course 42.) Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. The
Staff
193. Field Study. F,W,S
Provides for individual programs of study carried out under the direct
supervision of a member of the Biology Department and using resources
not normally available on campus. With permission of the department,
may be repeated for credit, or two or three courses may be taken concurrently.
Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. May be repeated for
credit. The Staff
193F. Field Study (2 credits).
F,W,S
Provides for individual programs of study carried out under the direct
supervision of a member of the Biology Department and using resources
not normally available on campus. Students submit petition to sponsoring
agency. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
195. Senior Thesis Research. F,W,S
An individually supervised course, with emphasis on independent research,
to culminate in a senior thesis. Students submit petition to sponsoring
agency. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
198. Independent Field Study. F,W,S
Provides for individual programs of study (a) by means other than
the usual supervision in person, or (b) when the student is doing
all or most of the course work off campus. With permission of the
department, may be repeated for credit, or two or three courses taken
concurrently. Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. May be
repeated for credit. The Staff
198F. Independent Field Study (2
credits). F,W,S
Provides for two units of independent field study (a) by means other
than the usual supervision in person, or (b) when the student is doing
all or most of the course work off campus. Students submit petition
to sponsoring agency. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
199. Tutorial. F,W,S
Reading, discussion, written reports, and laboratory research on selected
biological topics, using facilities normally available on campus.
Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. May be repeated for
credit. The Staff
199F. Tutorial (2 credits).
F,W,S
Two unit Tutorial. Reading, discussion, written reports, and laboratory
research on selected biological topics, using facilities normally
available on campus. Students submit petition to sponsoring agency.
May be repeated for credit. The Staff
200A. Advanced Genetics. F
An analysis of selected topics in the primary research literature
including conditional lethality, classical fine structure genetics,
the coding problem, control of operon expression, phage lambda, and
developmental genetics. Students cannot receive credit for this course
and course 117A. Enrollment restricted to graduate students. Qualified
undergraduates may enroll in course 117A. R. Ludwig, A.
Chisholm, W. Sullivan
200B. Advanced Molecular Biology.
W
An in-depth coverage of the structure, function, and synthesis of
DNA, RNA, and proteins. Discussion of the roles of macromolecules
in the regulation of information in the cell. Students cannot receive
credit for this course and course 117B. Prerequisite(s): course 200A.
Enrollment restricted to graduate students. Qualified advanced undergraduates
may enroll in course 117B. H. Noller
200C. Advanced Cell Biology. S
An in-depth coverage of topics in cellular and subcellular organization,
structure, and function in plants and animals. Emphasis on current
research problems. Students cannot receive credit for this course
and course 117C. Prerequisite(s): course 200B. Enrollment restricted
to graduate students. Qualified undergraduates may enroll in course
117C. M. Rexach
201. RNA Processing. *
An advanced graduate-level course on biological aspects of RNA function
and processing in eukaryotes. Lectures and discussions will be developed
using the current literature. Prerequisite(s): course 200B or permission
of instructor. Enrollment limited to 15. M. Ares
202. Cellular and Organismal Toxicology.
W
Emphasizes biochemical, cellular, and organ system basis of intoxication,
including dose-response relationships, biotransformation of toxicants,
biochemical mechanisms underlying toxicity, factors influencing toxic
action, and biomarkers of exposure. Emphasizes effects of various
classes of toxins, including heavy metals and persistent synthetic
organics, with a focus on susceptible biochemical/cellular processes
of the central nervous, immune, hepatic, and renal target organ systems.
Designed for advanced undergraduates. Students cannot receive credit
for this course and Environmental Toxicology 102 or Biology 122. (Also
offered as Environmental Toxicology 202. Students cannot receive credit
for both courses.) Enrollment restricted to graduate students. D.
Smith
204. Chromatin. *
Eukaryotic DNA is complexed with histones to form chromatin. This
course focuses on the ways in which chromatin influences and is manipulated
to regulate gene expression. Prerequisite(s): courses 105 and 115;
undergrads by permission of instructor. Enrollment restricted to graduate
students. Enrollment limited to 15. Offered in alternate academic
years. G. Hartzog, J. Tamkun
207. Population Genetics. *
Basic population genetics and selected topics are covered including
genetics of speciation, tempo and mode of evolution, genetics of social
behavior, natural selection in human populations, and the impact of
molecular studies on evolutionary theory. Students cannot receive
credit for this course and Biology 107. Concurrent enrollment in course
207L is required. Enrollment restricted to graduate students. Offered
in alternate academic years. G. Pogson
207L. Population Genetics Laboratory
(2 credits). *
A companion course to 207, Population Genetics, that applies
the theory developed in that course to related disciplines including
conservation biology, ecology, agriculture, and population biology.
Original scientific literature relating to the theory developed in
course 207 is read, and applied problem sets are solved by the students.
Students cannot receive credit for this course and course 107L. Must
be taken concurrently with course 207. Enrollment restricted to graduate
students. Offered in alternate academic years. G. Pogson
208. Cellular Signaling Mechanisms.
F
All eukaryotic cells utilize intricate signaling pathways to control
such diverse events as cell-cell communication, cell division, and
changes in cell morphology. This course covers the molecular basis
of these cellular signaling pathways, focusing on the most current
research. Prerequisite(s): courses 105, 110, and 115. Enrollment restricted
to seniors and graduate students. Enrollment limited to 15. Offered
in alternate academic years. D. Kellogg
228. Advanced Topics in Cellular and Developmental
Neurobiology. *
Emphasizes comparative studies in both invertebrate and vertebrate
nervous systems to provide rigorous, first-hand knowledge in neural
development. Specific topics include neurogenesis, fate determination,
migration, axonal guidance, and synaptogenesis. Students must participate
actively in lectures and discussions. Students cannot receive credit
for this course and course 128. Enrollment restricted to graduate
students. Undergraduates may enroll by interview only. Enrollment
limited to 15. Y. Jin
233. Exercise Physiology. S
Physiological and biochemical processes associated with human performance.
Students are expected to be familiar with basic organ physiology,
biochemistry, and human anatomy. Focuses on bioenergetics and fuel
utilization, cardiovascular and respiratory dynamics during activity,
and the effects of training, age, and disease on exercise. Laboratory
sessions incorporated into study sections. Students cannot receive
credit for this course and course 133. Prerequisite(s): by interview;
course 131 or 132 recommended as preparation. Enrollment restricted
to graduate students. Enrollment limited to 20. Offered in alternate
academic years. T. Williams
242. Ocean Ecosystems. W
Discussion of selected topics in animal ecology of the open sea: zooplankton
production, variability of pelagic populations, food webs, deep sea
pelagic and benthic ecology, fisheries oceanography, and human effects
on the open ocean biota. Students cannot receive credit for this course
and course 142. (Also offered as Ocean Sciences 242. Students cannot
receive credit for both courses.) Prerequisite(s): courses 20A, 20B,
20C, and 20L or an equivalent introductory biology sequence with lab;
one ocean sciences course recommended. Enrollment restricted to graduate
students. M. Silver
248. Quantitative Ecology for Conservation.
W
Lecture covers the application of ecology and genetics to conservation
biology. Emphasizes mathematical analysis and quantitative thinking;
features mathematical homework, computer lab sessions, and independent
projects. Prerequisite(s): interview to review background. Enrollment
restricted to graduate students. D. Doak
250A. Advanced Organismal Biology.
W
Consists of lectures focusing on pivotal topics in ecology and evolution.
Relevant background material is developed followed by a critical analysis
of readings from the primary literature. Designed to give graduate
(and advanced undergraduate) students direct contact with the major
areas of research that are currently at the forefront of organismal
biology. Offered in alternate academic years. B. Lyon, L.
Fox, D. Costa
250B. Scientific Skills. F
Exposes graduate students to teaching skills, understanding the scientific
method, searching and organizing literature, grant proposal and scientific
writing, data management and presentation, and scientific speaking.
Students are evaluated on their participation and the quality of a
written research proposal. Enrollment restricted to graduate students.
M. Carr
252. Community Ecology. S
Develops the major themes of community ecology: structure, trophic
dynamics, succession, complex interactions among species, herbivory,
evolution, and coevolution. Uses case histories of well-studied marine
and terrestrial systems. Students cannot receive credit for this course
and course 152. Enrollment restricted to graduate students. L.
Fox
260. Marine Ecology. W
Paradigms and designs in marine ecology. A review of the paradigms
that have shaped our understanding of marine ecology; analysis and
discussion of experiments with these paradigms. Students cannot receive
credit for this course and course 160. Enrollment restricted to graduate
students. M. Carr
260L. Experimental Marine Ecology.
S
Supervised individual research projects in experimental marine biology.
Students carry out a complete research project, including (1) the
formation of hypotheses, (2) the design and implementation of experiments,
(3) collection, analysis, and interpretation of data, and (4) the
write-up of an oral presentation. Prerequisite(s): course 260; and
interview to assess ability to carry out field project. Enrollment
limited to 20. Offered in alternate academic years. P. Raimondi,
M. Carr
269. Plant Ecology. *
An exploration of the ecology of plant form, function, distribution,
abundance, and diversity. Topics include plant adaptations to environmental
conditions, life history variation, competition, reproductive ecology,
herbivory, and patterns of diversity. Lecture with discussions of
original papers and independent field project. Students cannot receive
credit for this course and course 169. Prerequisite(s): course 150
or Environmental Studies 24 or permission of instructor. Concurrent
enrollment in course 269L is required except by permission of instructor.
Enrollment restricted to graduate students. The Staff
269L. Field Methods in Plant Ecology Laboratory.
*
Hands-on exploration of the concepts and techniques of plant ecology.
A combination of lab, greenhouse, and field-based exercises (irrespective
of weather conditions), statistical analysis, and scientific writing.
One required weekend field trip. Students cannot receive credit for
this course and course 169. Concurrent enrollment in course 269 is
required. Enrollment restricted to graduate students. Enrollment limited
to 2. The Staff
274. Evolutionary Game Theory. *
Reviews static equilibrium concepts, games of incomplete information,
and the traditional theory of dynamic games in discrete time. Develops
recent evolutionary game models, including replicator and best reply
dynamics, and applications to economics, computer science, and biology.
Prerequisite(s): upper-division math courses in probability theory
are strongly recommended. (Also offered as Computer Science 272 and
Economics 272. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.) B.
Sinervo
279. Evolutionary Ecology. F
Analysis of the ways in which ongoing evolution and coevolution shape
the ecological structure and dynamics of populations, species, and
species interactions across geographic landscapes. Enrollment restricted
to graduate students. J. Thompson
280A. Topics in Research on Molecular Genetics
of Yeast (2 credits). F,W,S
Intensive research seminar on the structure and function of the gene
expression machinery in the simple eukaryote Saccharomyces cervisiae
and its relationship to the human gene expression machinery. Enrollment
restricted to graduate students; qualified undergraduates may enroll
with approval of instructor. May be repeated for credit. M. Ares
280C. Developmental Genetics of C.
elegans (2 credits).
F,W,S
An intensive seminar concerning genetic and molecular analysis of
development of the nematode worm C. elegans. Participants are
required to present results of their own research and to review relevant
papers. Enrollment restricted to graduate students; qualified undergraduates
may enroll with permission of the instructor. May be repeated for
credit. A. Chisholm
280D. RNA Processing (2
credits). F,W,S
A discussion of current research and literature concerning the regulation
of precursor messenger RNA processing. Enrollment restricted to graduate
students; qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission of instructor.
Enrollment limited to 10. May be repeated for credit. A. Zahler
280F. Development of Vertebrate Neural Connections
(2 credits). F,W,S
Intensive research seminar on molecular mechanisms by which neural
connections are established during mouse development. Special focus
on topographic maps and role of Eph receptors and ephrins in this
process. Enrollment restricted to graduate students; qualified undergraduates
may enroll with permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit.
D. Feldheim
280H. Topics on Research into Chromatin and
Transcription (2 credits). *
Seminar covering research into the effects of chromatin on transcription
in yeast. Enrollment restricted to graduate students; undergraduates
may enroll with permission of instructor. Enrollment limited to 10.
May be repeated for credit. G. Hartzog
280J. Structures of Macromolecular Complexes
(2 credits). F,W,S
Focuses on structure and function of the spliceosome using electron
microscopy and x-ray crystallography. Participants present results
from their own research and relevant journal articles. Enrollment
restricted to graduate students; qualified undergraduates may enroll
with permission of instructor. Enrollment limited to 20. May be repeated
for credit. M. Jurica
280K. Topics in Cell Cycle Research
(2 credits). F,W,S
An intensive seminar focusing on current research on the molecular
mechanisms that control cell division. Participants are required to
present results of their own research or to review journal articles
of interest. Enrollment restricted to graduate students; qualified
undergraduates may enroll with permission of instructor. D. Kellogg
280L. Topics on Neural Development
(2 credits). F,W,S
Seminar covering research into the development of the embryonic nervous
system. Enrollment restricted to graduate students. Enrollment limited
to 12. May be repeated for credit. L. Hinck
280N. Structure and Function of Ribosomes
(2 credits). F,W,S
An intensive and advanced course focusing on the structure and function
of ribosomes. Participants present research findings in an organized,
critical fashion, in the context of current research literature in
the ribosome field. Enrollment restricted to graduate students; qualified
undergraduate students may enroll with permission of the instructor.
Enrollment limited to 20. May be repeated for credit. H. Noller
280O. Topics in Bacterial Pathogenesis
(2 credits). F,W,S
Intensive seminar focusing on mechanisms of bacterial pathogenesis
of the ulcer-causing bacterium Helicobacter pylori. Participants
are required to present results from their own research and relevant
journal articles. (Also offered as Environmental Toxicology 281O.
Students cannot receive credit for both courses.) Enrollment restricted
to graduate students; qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission
of instructor. Enrollment limited to 20. May be repeated for credit.
K. Ottemann
280T. Molecular Biology of Drosophila
Development (2 credits). F,W,S
An intensive seminar concerning the molecular genetics of Drosophila.
Recent research is discussed weekly, with an emphasis on gene regulation
and development. Students present their own research or critical reviews
of recent articles at least once during the quarter. Enrollment restricted
to graduate students. Qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission
of instructor. Enrollment limited to 10. May be repeated for credit.
J. Tamkun
280U. Discussions on the Development of the
Drosophila Embryo
(2 credits). F,W,S
Involves a two-hour weekly meeting in which the students discuss topics
concerning the cell cycle, early embryonic development, and the cytoskeleton.
These discussions critically evaluate ongoing research in this area.
Material is drawn from student research and recently published journal
articles. Students are also expected to meet individually with the
instructor two hours weekly. In addition to a three–five page research
proposal, each student gives two one-hour oral presentations. Enrollment
restricted to graduate students; qualified undergraduates may enroll
with permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit. W. Sullivan
280W. Membrane Proteins (2
credits). *
Seminar on recent research on membrane proteins, with an emphasis
on ion-pumping ATPase. Enrollment restricted to graduate students;
qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission of instructor.
Enrollment limited to 20. May be repeated for credit. B. Bowman
280Y. Developmental Neurobiology of C.
elegans (2 credits).
F,W,S
An intensive seminar concerning molecular genetic analysis of neural
development and plasticity of the nematode worm C. elegans.
Participants are required to present results of their own research
and to review relevant research. Enrollment restricted to graduate
students; qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission of instructor.
Enrollment limited to 18. May be repeated for credit. Y. Jin
281A. Topics in Basic and Applied Marine
Ecology. F,W,S
Seminar focusing on concepts in basic and applied ecology. Structure
rotates quarterly between graduate student research and readings of
journal articles and textbooks. Enrollment restricted to graduate
students; qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission of instructor.
Enrollment limited to 10. M. Carr
281B. Topics in Molecular Evolution
(2 credits). F,W,S
A discussion of current research and literature review on the subject
of molecular evolution. Primary focus on recent results on molecular
phylogenetics and molecular population genetics. Enrollment restricted
to graduate students; qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission
of instructor. May be repeated for credit. G. Bernardi
281C. Topics in Physiological Ecology.
F,W,S
An intensive seminar focusing on the interaction between physiological
constraint and life history options and solutions employed by animals.
Topics vary from comparative physiology to ecological theory. Participants
are required to present results of their own research or review papers
of interest. Enrollment restricted to graduate students; qualified
undergraduates may enroll with permission of instructor. May be repeated
for credit. D. Costa
281D. Discussions in Population and Community
Ecology (2 credits). F,W,S
Involves readings of current papers in population and community ecology
of interest to the group, as well as manuscripts and grant proposals
authored by student participants. Students will lead some discussions
and participate in all meetings. May be repeated for credit. D.
Doak
281F. Ecological Research Topics.
F,W,S
Intensive research and discussions on plant-animal interactions. All
students undertake a research project and meet weekly with the faculty
sponsor to monitor progress. The group meets weekly to discuss experimental
design and analysis, specific problems related to the students' research,
relevant research papers, or manuscripts that the group members are
writing. Each student gives a formal presentation of research plans
or progress each quarter. Enrollment restricted to graduate students;
qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission of instructor.
Enrollment limited to 10. May be repeated for credit. L. Fox
281J. Topics in Research on Biochemical Ecology.
F,W,S
Seminar in which students give critically evaluated presentations
regarding current research on selected topics in plant ecology with
an emphasis on biochemical ecology. Enrollment restricted to graduate
students; qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission of instructor.
Enrollment limited to 12. May be repeated for credit. J. Langenheim
281L. Topics in Behavioral and Evolutionary
Ecology. F,W,S
An intensive seminar on selected topics in behavioral and evolutionary
ecology. Students are expected to discuss the current literature and
present literature reviews, research proposals, and preliminary results
from their ongoing research. Enrollment restricted to graduate students;
qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission of instructor.
Enrollment limited to 10. B. Lyon
281N. Topics in Marine Vertebrate Ecology.
F,W,S
Seminar on the ecology of marine vertebrates. Topics vary from the
factors that explain the distribution of marine predators to island
biogeography and the ecosystem effects of introduced vertebrates on
islands. Enrollment restricted to graduate students. Enrollment limited
to 12. May be repeated for credit. D. Croll
281P. Topics in Plant Population Ecology.
*
An intensive seminar on selected topics in plant ecology and population
biology. Students present results from their own research and discuss
recent advances from the literature. Enrollment restricted to graduate
students; qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission from
instructor. Enrollment limited to 12. May be repeated for credit.
I. Parker
281Q. Topics in Molecular Evolutionary Genetics.
F,W,S
An intensive seminar on selected topics in molecular evolutionary
genetics. Students are required to present results from their own
research projects, present a critical review paper at least once during
the quarter, and submit a written research proposal. Enrollment restricted
to graduate students; qualified undergraduate students may enroll
with permission of instructor. Enrollment limited to 10. May be repeated
for credit. G. Pogson
281R. Topics in Marine Ecology and Evolutionary
Biology. F,W,S
An intensive seminar series focusing on fundamental concepts in marine
ecology. Emphasis changes quarter to quarter. At least one quarter
per year is devoted to discussion of graduate student research. Other
quarters involve reading and evaluating current and classic literature
on marine ecology and evolutionary biology. Enrollment restricted
to graduate students; qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission
of instructor. Enrollment limited to 10. May be repeated for credit.
P. Raimondi
281T. Species Interactions and Coevolution.
F,W,S
The genetics and ecological structure of species interactions, and
the role of coevolution between species in shaping biodiversity. Enrollment
restricted to graduate students. Enrollment limited to 15. May be
repeated for credit. J. Thompson
281U. Topics in Invertebrate Biology.
F,W,S
An intensive study about concepts, theory, and techniques for graduate
students conducting research on the ecology, genetics, evolution,
systematics, or biodiversity of marine invertebrates. Enrollment restricted
to graduate students; advanced undergraduates may enroll with permission
of instructor. Enrollment limited to 15. May be repeated for credit.
D. Potts
281V. Topics in Behavioral Ecology.
F,W,S
A discussion of current topics and methods in behavioral ecology and
life history evolution. Enrollment restricted to graduate students;
qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission of instructor.
Enrollment limited to 12. B. Sinervo
281W. Topics in Exercise and Environmental
Physiology. F,W,S
A weekly seminar discussion on current research and techniques in
mammalian exercise and environmental physiology. Areas covered include
locomotor physiology, exercise testing and cardiovascular monitoring,
and biomechanics. Oral presentation of ongoing research or current
literature required from each student. Enrollment restricted to graduate
students; qualified undergraduates may enroll with permission of instructor.
Enrollment limited to 10. T. Williams
286. Experimental Design and Data Analysis.
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