BIOL498. 2020-2021 Biology College of Humanities and Sciences Program description The Department of Biology offers programs leading to baccalaureate, master's and doctoral degrees; the doctoral degree is offered through the Ph.D. in Integrative Life Sciences program. Infectious Disease Ecology. Lead preceptors assist instructors in lecture (BIOL) or laboratory (BIOZ) courses. Plant and Animal Cell Biology. Develop tangible skills in internships that you can demonstrate to employers. Graded as pass/fail. The basic principles of molecular and applied genetics of plants, animals and microorganisms. Students gain an understanding of the principal controls on forest structure, growth and distribution and relate these principles to sustainable forest management. Conservation Medicine. Dec. 6, 2021. The official conferral date is listed on the VCU academic calendar . Each graduate receives a commemorative Kente stole to symbolize their academic achievement. See your academic and career advisors regularly to discuss your progress towards graduation and career planning. An examination of the cellular, molecular and clinical aspects of cancer development, progression and treatment. Semester course; 3 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours. Enrollment is restricted to students with graduate standing. Semester course; 2 lecture and 4 laboratory hours. Get familiar with the research process with the VCU Libraries. BIOL632. Open to qualified seniors and graduate students only. Virginia Commonwealth University will hold fall commencement on Saturday, marking VCU's first universitywide in-person commencement ceremony since the COVID-19 pandemic began in spring 2020.. VCU will hold commencement at 10 a.m. at the Stuart C. Siegel Center, 1200 W. Broad St. 3 credits. Tickets are not required. bulletin@vcu.edu, All Bulletins 2023-2024 Virginia Commonwealth University This ceremony provides students with a positive and rewarding experience that recognizes hard work, dedication, and perseverance. They will have digested an array of topical issues relating to responsible conduct of research and be able to clearly articulate ethical and legal solutions to problems posed. Conservation Applications. Wednesday, May 3, 20234:30 p.m.Virginia War Memorial. Complete exams, applications, or self-marketing activities for after graduation. Professional Organizations. May be repeated for credit. These cookies help us provide you with personalized content and improve our website. Semester course; variable hours. Included are discussions of the interactions among environmental quality and wildlife and human diseases and health. For more information email asommardahl@vcu.edu. 3 Hours. Prerequisites: BNFO201 and BNFO300 or permission of instructor. BIOL391. 3 Hours. Plant Diversity and Evolution. A registration form and event details including guest tickets will be emailed during the week of February 20. The course provides proficiency in the understanding, interpretation and choice of appropriate molecular markers for evolutionary research, with particular attention to current methods and recent literature. Semester course; 1 recitation and 12 laboratory hours. 0 Hours. Practice independent living skills (time management, self-care, & responsibility). Topics in Biology. 4 credits. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. 3 credits. Students will gain discipline-specific knowledge through lectures and readings while building quantitative and critical thinking. Information about 2021 Commencement. Prerequisites: BIOL151 and CHEM101, both with a minimum grade of C. Focuses on evolutionary principles, the role of natural selection in the evolution of life forms, taxonomy and phylogenies, biological diversity in the context of form and function of organisms, and and basic principles of ecology. Introduction to core biological concepts including cell structure, cellular metabolism, cell division, DNA replication, gene expression and genetics. This capstone event is a time to recognize outstanding student achievements and look toward the next stage of every student's journey. Prerequisite: BIOL300 with a minimum grade of C or PHIS309. Current Topics in Biology. Learn all about VCU's Department of Biology, from our academics for undergraduates and graduates, to our mission-driven approach to education and commitment to research. Graded as satisfactory/unsatisfactory. Prerequisites: BIOL151 and 152; BIOZ151 or LFSC/BNFO251; BIOZ152 or LFSC/BNFO252; CHEM101 and CHEZ101, all with a minimum grade of C; BIOL200, MATH200, MATH201, STAT210, STAT212 or STAT314. 3 credits. 3 credits. Professional and Career Development in Biology. Emphasis will be placed on a broad introduction to and integration of important topics in prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems. 3 credits. Graded as pass/fail. Advanced methods are taught enabling students to interpret and present findings from the primary literature in this field. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. 4 Hours. Prerequisite: BIOL300 with a minimum grade of C. Pre- or corequisite: BIOL310. Semester course; hours to be arranged. 2 Hours. Prerequisite: BIOL300 with a minimum grade of C. Pre- or corequisites: BIOL303 and BIOL310. 3 Hours. 3 credits. 1-4 credits. Create an ePortfolio to document academic/professional experiences, accomplishments, and reflections. Prerequisites: BIOL151, BIOL152, BIOZ151, BIOZ152 and BIOL317, all with minimum grade of C. A comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the causes and consequences of infectious disease at levels from individual organisms to global scale. May be repeated with a different course for credit. Semester course; 3 lecture and 4 laboratory hours. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. Also discusses the interactions between fungi and plants and fungi and humans. A maximum total of six credits for all research and internship courses (BIOL395, BIOL451, BIOL453, BIOL492, BIOL493, BIOL495 and/or BIOZ395) may be applied to the the 40 credits of biology required for the major. 1 Hour. BIOL420. This is the preliminary (or launch) version of the 2023-2024 VCU Bulletin. 3 credits. Learn more about berber 0-4 credits (one credit per 50 hours of supervised work experience). BIOL601. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. Biology majors must have completed BIOL200. BIOL510. Not applicable as a prerequisite for any biology course at the 200 level or higher nor for credit toward the B.S. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. Introduction to Bioinformatics. BIOL693. 3 credits. For more information email sswadvising@vcu.edu. Prerequisite: BIOL317 or equivalent. Internship is designed to provide laboratory, field or work experience in an off-campus professional biology setting. Saturday, May 13, 20237 p.m.Greater Richmond Convention Center, Exhibit Hall B403 N. 3rd St., Richmond, Va. 23219. The following graduate courses are required, and constitute the core courses of the curriculum: BIOC 503 Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology BIOC 504 Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology BIOC 651 Biochemistry Journal Club (each semester) BIOC 661 Critical Thinking (two semesters) BIOC 690 Biochemistry Seminar (each semester) Semester course; 2 lecture and 3 laboratory hours. Saturday, May 13, 20231 p.m.Academic Learning Commons (MCALC), Room 12011000 Floyd Ave, Richmond, Va. 23220. Prerequisites: BIOL151 and 152; BIOZ151 or LFSC/BNFO251; BIOZ152 or LFSC/BNFO252; CHEM101 and CHEZ101, all with a minimum grade of C; BIOL200, MATH200, MATH201, STAT210, STAT212 or STAT314. Call 804-828-9790 for more information. Presents major concepts in bioinformatics through a series of real-life problems to be solved by students. 1-3 Hours. BIOL508. 3 credits. Prerequisite: UNIV200 or HONR200 with a minimum grade of C. Introduces the range of human diversity as well as a broad understanding of evolution and evolutionary biology, particularly as it applies to hominid evolution. Prerequisites: BIOL152, BIOZ152 and BIOL200; and BIOL300, BIOL310, BIOL317 or BIOL318. Not applicable for credit toward the major in biology. Explore peer leadership opportunities or apply for the. Prerequisite: BIOL317 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Cum laude is awarded for a 3.30 to 3.59 GPA, magna cum laude is awarded for a 3.60 to 3.89 GPA and summa cum laude is awarded for a 3.90 GPA or better, at the time of graduation. Semester course; 1 lecture hour. Semester course; 3 lecture and 3 laboratory hours. BIOL499. Biology Capstone Experience. Principles and applications of mathematical ecology at the community level, including experimental design; sampling techniques, assumptions and limitations; and the use of cluster analysis, gradient analysis and ordination to evaluate, summarize and compare large data sets. Semester course; 3 lecture and 3 laboratory hours (plus online component). Tickets for guests are not required. To qualify, students must have overall and biology GPAs of at least 3.5 and must complete the following courses in this sequence: BIOL 392, at least four credits of BIOL 495and BIOL 490. Biology of Cancer I. Fundamentals of Scientific Leadership. BIOL402. Research Assistant Experience. Students may take a maximum of four credits per semester; maximum total of six credits for all research and internship courses (BIOL395, BIOL451, BIOL453, BIOL492, BIOL493, BIOL495 and/or BIOZ395) may be applied to the 40 credits of biology required for the major. 1 Hour. To learn more about our web site privacy practices, please review VCU's privacy statement. Essential topics include molecular measures of genetic diversity, estimating loss of genetic diversity in small populations, detecting inbreeding, resolution of taxonomic uncertainties, genetic management of T&E species, captive breeding and reintroduction. Limited seating. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. 3 Hours. Saturday, May 13, 20231 p.m.Academic Learning Commons (MCALC), Room 11071000 Floyd Ave, Richmond, Va. 23220. Responsibilities cumulate beyond those required in the prerequisite course. Revisit, Take biology courses that will help you build your skill set and resume including internship, directed and/or independent study, labs, preceptorship and, Apply for a year-long service or fellowship opportunity after graduation through programs like, Attend professional conferences that offer student rates or scholarships (see. Students may specialize within many areas, such as molecular and cellular biology, genetics, aquatic and terrestrial ecology, systematics, physiology, neurobiology, and developmental biology. At the end of the course the students will give a presentation on other fermentation products of their interest such as vinegar, bread, etc., providing an expanded version of this important process. BIOL541. Understanding of morphogen gradients, transcription, cell movements and signaling in development. BIOL209. 3 Hours. Modeling and simulation methods for investigating biological complexity are illustrated. Apply to be a Diversity Ambassador with the. An introduction to the basis of complexity theory and the principles of emergent properties within the context of integrative life sciences. Graded as S/U/F. A comprehensive introduction to the vertebrate immune system emphasizing the molecular and cellular basis of innate and adaptive immune mechanisms, interactions and regulation. Students will learn the necessary skills for the proposal-writing stage of scientific research preparatory stage, including reference managers, annotated bibliographies, selling the idea, mock review panels, short-form proposals, long-form proposals and thesis/dissertation proposals. Friday, May 12, 20236:30 p.m.Greater Richmond Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D403 N. Third St., Richmond, Va. 23219, For more information please reach out to Monique Morton via email: mortonmy@vcu.edu, Friday, May 12, 20233 p.m.University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballroom907 Floyd Ave., Richmond, Va. 23284. BIOL103. Prerequisites: BIOL300 and CHEM102, each with a minimum grade of C. Basic principles of developmental biology and stem cells of vertebrates, pinpointing the underlying cellular and molecular mechanisms that guide development and stem cell biology. 3 credits. Semester course; 1 lecture hour. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. Prerequisites: BIOL300 with a minimum grade of C or PHIS309. An examination of the basic structure of the nervous system, nervous system operation on a cellular and molecular level and the formation of the nervous system during development. To learn more about our web site privacy practices, please review VCU's privacy statement. Saturday, May 13, 20235:30 p.m.Greater Richmond Convention Center, Exhibit Hall A403 N. Third St., Richmond, Va. 23219. Aquatic Microbiology. Prerequisites: BIOL300 and CHEM301-302 and CHEZ 301L, 302L or equivalent. I have 2+ years of experience in a research laboratory. Students will assist with components of the laboratorys operation and gain experience working in a laboratory setting. May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of six credits. Applied and Environmental Microbiology. 3 credits. Invertebrate Zoology. Semester course; 3 lecture and 3 laboratory hours. 3 Hours. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. Conservation Genetics. BIOL660. 3 Hours. Wednesday, May 3, 20235 p.m.University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballroom907 Floyd Ave., Richmond, Va. 23284. BIOL335. Enrollment is restricted to students with permission of the departmental chair and limited to students for whom a laboratory supervisor has agreed to mentor their laboratory assistantship. 3 Hours. Reception to follow in the MCALC Courtyard. Each semester, the course focuses on a different topic. May 2021 - Jul 2021 3 months . (And counting!) 3 Hours. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. As the program leader for the Cancer Biology program, the over-arching responsibilities for this position include the following: Conceiving and formulating the overall theme and specific aims of the CCSG program based on leading edge areas of cancer research. Tickets are not required. BIOL491. Biology Integration: From Organisms to Landscapes. A maximum of two credits may be earned between BIOL395 and BIOZ395; maximum total of six credits for all research and internship courses (BIOL395, BIOL451, BIOL453, BIOL492, BIOL493, BIOL495 and/or BIOZ395) may be applied to the the 40 credits of biology required for the major. Commonwealth University. This is a ticketed event. Undergraduate Bulletin Print/Download Options This is the preliminary (or launch) version of the 2023-2024 VCU Bulletin. Additional credits from these courses may be applied to upper-level and open elective credits toward the degree. 4 credits. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. If several topics are offered, students may elect to take more than one. Ahntastic Adventures in Silicon Valley Students will seek out ecologically relevant opportunities with local, state and federal community partners who will provide experiences to enhance academic enrichment and personal growth and will help foster a sense of civic responsibility. BIOL151. Transfer students must be from a Virginia college or university and transfer a minimum of 30 credit hours. An advanced study of a selected topic in biology. Prerequisites: BIOL310 and BIOL317 or permission of instructor. Semester course; 2 lecture hours. 1-4 Hours. A celebration of achievement for disabled undergraduate and graduate (masters and doctorate) candidates. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. Examples and problems pertaining to Virginia and the southeastern United States are emphasized. Crosslisted as: ENVS654/URSP654. This course will involve a practical approach to the methods used to culture, identify and enumerate specific microorganisms that affect the cycling of elements in aquatic systems and those that affect or indicate water quality. Enrollment requires permission of the instructor. The four-year curriculum in biology prepares students for employment in laboratory or field programs in private industry or government agencies and for teaching in secondary schools. Bioinformatic Technologies. 4 Hours. It must include details of: 3 credits. This course provides hands-on experience in laboratory-based research using current biological and/or biomedical research topics to aid in development of critical thinking and problem-solving. A study of the ecology of streams and rivers. 3 Hours. Semester course; 0 hours. BIOL630. Candidates for a baccalaureate degree who complete a minimum of 45 credits at VCU may qualify for graduation honors. Integrated Bioinformatics. Crosslisted as: LFSC510. By clicking on "I agree", you agree to this use. Prerequisites: BIOL151 and BIOZ151. Semester course; 0 hours. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. 3 Hours. Semester course; 3 lecture hours. Crosslisted as: ENVS330. 3 Hours.Play course video for Field Botany. The course is the second of two courses with the goal of equipping the students with the conceptual framework that will allow them to make sense and integrate the broad biological information they will be exposed to during their careers. 3 credits. Forensic Molecular Biology. Special Topics in Biology. Topics include molecular aspects of cells, bioenergetics, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, cellular and organismal reproduction, genetics and evolution, and ecology. Scientific Communication: Public Discourse. Sustainable forest management can demonstrate to employers major concepts in bioinformatics through a series of real-life problems to be by. 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