The University of Vermont

Integrated Biological Science

CourseInfo Introductory courses

     BCOR 011: Exploring Biology
     BCOR 012: Exploring Biology

Intermediate courses
     BCOR 101: Genetics
     BCOR 102: Ecology and Evolution
     BCOR 103: Molecular & Cell Biology

BCOR 011: Exploring Biology 

Will use hierarchy of cells to organisms as the underlying theme for examining the complexity of life. We will begin with a discussion of the scientific approach, providing students the tools for critical thinking and hypothesis testing. From that platform, we will explore the origins of life through the development of organic complexity. Credit not given for both BCOR 11 and BIOL 1. [Credits: 4]

  • Offered:            Fall Semester (Syllabus)
  • Prerequisite:    concurrent enrollment or credit in CHEM 31 (or 32)

BCOR 012: Exploring Biology 

Exploring the complexity of life through an evolutionary perspective. We begin by examining the patterns of inheritance and the role of natural selection in evolutionary processes, leading into exploring the evolution of biodiversity. Interactions of organisms with each other and with the abiotic environment form the basis for understanding the evolution of animal and plant form and function. Credit not given for both BCOR 12 and BIOL 2. [Credits: 4]

  • Offered:          Spring Semester (Syllabus)
  • Prerequisite:   BCOR 11; concurrent enrollment or credit in CHEM 32

BCOR 101: Genetics

Study of the basis of inheritance, covering topics from classical genetics to modern molecular studies.  Analysis of genetic data emphasized. [Credits: 3]

  • Offered:            Fall Semester and in the Spring Semester
  • Prerequisites:   BCOR 11, 12; Chem 31, 32
  • Recommended/concurrent:  Chem 141, 142

BCOR 102: Ecology and Evolution

Ecosystem and community structure; population growth; species interactions and niche dynamics; population and chromosomal genetics; speciation in fossil records; ecology of animal behavior; applied ecology. [Credits: 4]

  • Offered:            Fall Semester and in the Spring Semester
  • Prerequisites:   BCOR 11, 12; MATH 19 or 20
  • Recommended/concurrent:  Statistics

BCOR 103: Molecular & Cell Biology

Molecules, structures, and physiology of cell membranes; energy transformations; nuclear and cytoplasmic events; extracellular matrix; cell signaling; and cell types and fates. [Credits: 4]

  • Offered:            Spring Semester
  • Prerequisites:   BCOR 11, 12 and CHEM 31, 32
  • Recommended/concurrent:  CHEM 141, 142; BCOR 101



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Integrated Biological Science Major, University of Vermont.

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