Biological Sciences Undergraduate Courses

Introductory Courses
BIO 1001. Biology Laboratory. (1) Three hours laboratory. Accompanies BIO 1033. May be used as AP credit to satisfy one hour Biology, Botany, or Zoology laboratory. Selected exercises to illustrate fundamental concepts of biology. Staff.

BIO 1004. Anatomy and Physiology. (4) (Prerequisite: a course in thee biological sciences). Three hours lecture. Two hour laboratory. For non-science majors. The structure and function of the human body with special emphasis on the muscular, nervous, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. (Fall, Spring) Staff.

BIO 1023. General Botany. (3) Two hours lectures. Two hour laboratory. For non-science majors. Students may not have credit for both BIO 1023 and BIO 1203 nor for both BIO 1033 and BIO 1203, nor for both BIO 1023 and general biology courses transferred from other institutions. A survey of botany intended to introduce students to the world of plants. (Fall, Spring) Staff.

BIO 1033. Biological Science. (3) Three hours lecture. Students may not have credit for both BIO 1033 and BIO 1023, nor for both BIO 1033 and BIO 1123. Basic principles and modern concepts pertaining to levels of biological organization from cell to biosphere and life forms of biological kingdoms. Staff.

BIO 1053. Introduction to Natural History. (3) Two hour lectures. Ones three-hour laboratory. For Elementary Education majors. Introduction to the ecosystems and ecological processes while learning to identify plants and animals of Mississippi. Staff.

BIO 1063. Natural History of Coastal Environments.(3) Two hours lecture. Three ours laboratory. Introduction to the flora and fauna of coastal areas and interactions between living and non-living components of the ecosystem. Staff.

BIO 1073. Biology of Human Reproduction. (3) Three hours lecture. A study of human reproduction. Principles of human reproductive anatomy and physiology, endocrine function, pregnancy contraception, sexually transmitted disease and human genetics. Staff.

BIO 1123. Animal Biology. (3) Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. For non-science majors. Students may not have credit for both BIO 1023 and BIO 1504. Basic understanding of life processes, diversity, inheritance, reproduction, ecology, and evolution. (Fall and Spring) Staff

BIO 1143. Community Health.(3) Three hours lecture. An in-depth study of the factors affecting community health including diseases, drugs, pollution, immunity, nutrition, heredity and socioeconomic conditions. Staff.

BIO 1203. Plant Biology. (3) Two hours lectures. three hours laboratory (Student may not have credit for both BIO 1023 and BIO 1203.) An introduction to the biology of flowering plants. Topics include plant physiology, anatomy and morphology, development, genetics and evolution (Fall, Spring, Summer) Staff.

BIO 1213. Survey of Plant and Fungi Kingdoms. (3) Tow hours lectures. Three hours laboratory. A survey of algae, bryophytes, vascular plants, and fungi, with emphasis on morphology, internal anatomy, life cycles, fossil record, and evolutionary relationships. (Spring) Staff.

BIO 1301. Perspectives in Medical Technology. (1) One hour lecture. A survey of all aspects of medical technology. (Fall) Williams.

BIO 1504. Principles of Zoology. (4).Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. For science majors. Students may not have credit for both BIO 1123 and BIO 1504. Introduction to animal biology, including genetics, embryology, physiology, cell biology, ecology and behavior. (Fall, Spring) Staff.

BIO 2004. Human Anatomy. (4)(Prerequisite: BIO 1504). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. The study of the structure of the human body. The gross and microscopic anatomy of each organ system will be presented. (Fall, Spring) Staff.

BIO 2014. Human Physiology. (4)(Prerequisite: BIO 1504 - CH 1213 and 1223). Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory. Survey of physiological systems and principles and their interrelationship in humans. Designed for paramedical and pre-nursing students and dietetic majors. (Spring) Staff.

BIO 2103. Cell Biology. (3) (Prerequisites: 6 hours of biology, CH 1223). Three hours lecture. A comparative study of cell structure among plant, animal and bacterial systems. (Fall, Spring) Staff.

BIO 2503. Environmental Quality. (3) Three hours lecture. (Prerequisite: One course in biology). Relevance of ecological principles to environmental problems and relationships of humans with their environment with emphasis on preservation of environmental quality. (Fall) Staff.

BIO 2990. Special Topics in Biology. (1-9) Credit and title to be arranged. this course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years) Staff.

Advanced Courses

BIO 3013. Professional Writing for Biologists. (3) (Prerequisite: Junior-Senior standing in BIO, MIC, or MDT, or consent of instructor. Three hours lecture. Refinement of writing skills for more effective communications. Assignments to include routine and specialized correspondence, technical reports, and speech preparation and delivery. (Fall, Spring) Dorough.

BIO 3103. Genetics I (3) (Prerequisites: MA 1313, BIO 1504 or BIO 1203, or equivalents). (Same as PO 3103 and GNS 3103) Peebles.

BIO 3104. Ecology (4) (Prerequisite: BIO 1504). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. A general survey of the distribution and abundance of organisms; the interactions between organisms and their biotic and abiotic surroundings. (Fall, Spring) Holder.

BIO 3113. Marine Biology (3) (Prerequisite: BIO 1504 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. An introduction to marine environments, the diversity of life in the different marine habitats and human utilization of marine resources. (Spring) Staff.

BIO 3303. Parasitology. (3) (Prerequisite: BIO 1504 or equivalent). Two hours lectures. three hours laboratory. A survey of parasitology to include parasites of importance to the health of humans and domestic animals. (Fall) Williams.

BIO 3304. General Microbiology. (4). (Prerequisites: CH 1053 or CH 2223). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. For science majors. Students may not have credit for both BIO 1043 and BIO 3304. Fundamentals; techniques in staining and culture of microorganism. (Fall, Spring) Staff.

BIO 3404. Bacterial Cultivation. (4) (Prerequisites: BIO 3304 and CH 4513 or coregistration in CH 4513). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. A continuation of 3304. General principles of microbiology with emphasis on cultivation of bacteria. (Fall, Spring) Champlin.

BIO 3504. Comparative Anatomy. (4) (Prerequisite: BIO 1504) three ours lecture. three hours laboratory. The vertebrate animals; relationships of organs and systems; and their phylogenetic significance. (Fall) Staff.

BIO 3514. Invertebrate Zoology (4). (Prerequisite : BIO 1504). Three hours lecture. three hours laboratory. Invertebrate organisms with emphasis on structure, function, taxonomy, phylogeny and life histories. (Spring, odd years) Staff.

BIO 3524. Biology of Vertebrates.(4). Two hours lecture, one hour lecture-lab demonstration, three hours laboratory. Evolution, systematics, ecology and behavior of vertebrates. Laboratory includes classification of major groups, identification of species, fled trip, and experiments in behavior and physiological ecology. (Spring) Holder.

BIO 4000. Directed Individual Study.. Hours and credits to be arranged.

BIO 4011. Senior Thesis in Biological Sciences. (1) (Prerequisites: BIO 4013 with a grade of B or better and consent of department head and thesis committee). Writing of the undergraduate thesis under the direction of the major advisor.

BIO 4013. Senior Research in Biological Sciences. (3) (Prerequisites: Senior standing, consent of department head, 3.00 GPA in biology courses, and major in biological sciences). conduct original research for eventual writing of undergraduate thesis.

Advanced Courses - cross-listed for graduate credit

BIO 4103/6103. Experimental Genetics (3) (Prerequisites: BIO 3103 or consent of instructor). Six hours laboratory. Mechanism of transmission of genetic information with first-hand experience in inducing such mechanisms from experimental data. Emphasis is on lab. (Fall, Spring) Wise.

BIO 4113/6113. Evolutionary Biology. (3) Three hours lecture. Historical development of evolutionary theory; variation and natural selection in populations; speciation; current concepts of phylogeny and systematics. (Spring) Diehl.

BIO 4114/6114. Cellular Physiology (4) (Prerequisites: Seven hours of zoology and two semesters of organic chemistry). Three hours lecture. three hours laboratory. A study of the morphology and function of the cell (Same as PHY 6114) (Fall) Buddington.

BIO 4203/6203. Taxonomy of Spermatophytes (3) (Prerequisites: BIO 1203 and BIO 1213). Two hours lecture. three hours laboratory. Classification, evolution, and nomenclature of seed plants; introductory methods of collection; laboratory studies of representative plant families. (Spring) Fishbein.

BIO 4204/6204. Plant Anatomy. (4) (Prerequisites: BIO 1203 and BIO 1213). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Structure and development of cell types, tissues, roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits of seed plants, with emphasis on angiosperms. (Fall, even years) Sullivan.

BIO 4213/6213. Plant Ecology. (3) (Prerequisite: BIO 4203) Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Plant behavior in relation to environment; successional trends; interactions with abiotic and biotic components of ecosystems; community and ecosystem processes. (Fall) Ervin.

BIO 4214/6214. General Plant Physiology (4) (Prerequisites: BIO 1203 and CH 1213). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Chemical and physical activities of the plant; absorption; transpiration; mineral nutrition; photosynthesis; translocation; growth processes. (Fall) Price.

BIO 4303/6303. Bioinstrumentation. (3)(Prerequisite: BIO 4304/6304). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Theory and practical application of electrical, optical, and other instruments employed in microbiology and medical technology. (Spring) Williams.

BIO 4304/6304. Quantitative Methods I. (4).Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Application of mathematical and statistical techniques to problem solving in the laboratory. (Fall) Williams.

BIO 4314/6314. Quantitative Methods II. (4) (Prerequisite: BIO 4304). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Theory and application of selected clinical laboratory methods. (Spring) Williams.

BIO 4324/6324. Soil Microbiology. (4) (Prerequisite: BIO 3304). One hour lecture.Four hours laboratory. A study of the physiology and ecology of anaerobic microorganisms. Primary focus will be on the theory and practice of isolating, cultivating and studying anaerobes. (Spring) Staff.

BIO 4403/6403. Environmental Microbiology. (4) (Prerequisite: BIO 3304). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Terrestrial, aquatic, and subsurface microbial ecosystems. Microbiology of water and wastewater treatment, solid waste disposal, landfarming, impact of hazardous waste, and environmental reclamation. (Spring, odd years) Staff.

BIO 4405/6405. Pathogenic Microbiology. (5) (Prerequisite: BIO 3304). Three hours lecture four hours laboratory. The microorganisms producing disease in man and lower animals; means of transmission; protection against disease. (Fall, Spring) St. Cyr Coats.

BIO 4413/6413. Immunology. (3). (Prerequisite: BIO 3304 and CH 4513). Three hours lecture. Survey of the functions of the immune system. Emphasis on mammalian immunology, including T- and B-cell interactions in humoral and cell mediated immunity. (Fall) Pinchuk.

BIO 4414/6414. Microbiology of Foods (4).(Prerequisite: BIO 3304). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Isolation and classification of the microorganisms associated with spoilage of commercial and domestic preserved foods. Same as FST 4414/6414. (Spring) Staff.

BIO 4443/6443. Bacterial Genetics. (3). (Prerequisites: BCH 4603, BIO 3304 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. The genetics of bacteria and their viruses including: replication rearrangement, repair, transfer regulation, and methods of manipulation and analysis of DNA. (Fall) Courcelle.

BIO4453/6453. Petroleum Microbiology. (3) (Prerequisite: BIO 3304). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Geomicrobiological prospecting, desulfurization of oil, disposal and refinery wastes conversion of oil to other products, secondary recovery and petroleum origin. Staff.

BIO4463/6463. Bacterial Physiology. (3) (Prerequisites: BIO 3404 and BCH 4603). three hours lecture. Structure and function relationships and major aerobic and anaerobic metabolic pathways in microorganisms. (Spring) Champlin.

BIO 4502/6502. Toxicology. (2) (Prerequisite: 8 hours biological sciences and 8 hours chemistry [cell biology/physiology and biochemistry recommended.] Two hours lecture. An introduction to the field of toxicology, including discussion of absorption, metabolism mode of action (acute and chronic), environmental effects, and toxicity testing. Dorough.

BIO 4503/6503. Vertebrate Histology. (3)(Prerequisite: BIO 1504). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Study of the microscopic anatomy, structure, and function of major cell types and tissues. (Fall) Staff.

BIO 4504/6504. Comparative Vertebrate Embryology. (4)(Prerequisite: BIO 1504). Two hours lecture, Six hour laboratory. The embryology of the vertebrates; the fertilization of the egg; stages of cleavage and the development of organs and systems. (Spring) Staff.

BIO 4513/6513. Ichthyology. (3) (Prerequisite: BIO 1504 or equivalent). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Structure, evolution, classification, and life histories of fishes of the world with emphasis on North American freshwater forms. (Fall) Taylor.

BIO 4514/6514. Animal Physiology (4) (Prerequisites: Ten hours of zoology and organic chemistry). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Function and interrelationship of the systems of the body. (Same as PHY 6514) (Spring) Buddington.

BIO 4523/6523. Mammalogy. (3) (Prerequisite of undergraduates: BIO 3524 or equivalent). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Evolution, systematics, and ecology of mammals, with emphasis of North American groups. (Fall) Staff.

BIO 4533/6533. Animal Behavior. (3) (Prerequisites: Twelve hours of biology and junior or senior standing). Three hours lecture. a comprehensive approach to the study of behavior with emphasis on concepts, mechanisms and evolutionary principles. (Spring, even years) Staff.

BIO 4543/6543. Ornithology. (3)(Prerequisites: Eight hours of zoology). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Recent and fossil avifauna of the world; its origin, distribution, classification, and biology. (Spring) Linder.

BIO 4703/6703. Field Zoology for Teachers. (3) (Prerequisite: 6 hours of biology). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. A survey of the diversity of animals and field techniques for studying them; emphasis include southeastern fauna and use of animals in the classroom Note: Will not satisfy any Arts and Sciences core requirement. (Summer) Staff.

BIO 4713/6713. Field Botany for Teachers. (3) (Prerequisite: Three ours of biology). Two hour lecture. three hours laboratory. Plants in their natural habitats with emphasis on identification., ecological association, life histories and importance to man and other organisms. Note: Will not satisfy any Art and Sciences core requirement. (Summer) Staff.

BIO 4990/6990. Special Topics in Biology. (1-9)Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title when in two academic years) Staff.

BIO 5163/7163.Bryology.(3) (Prerequisites: BIO 1203 and BIO 1213). One hour lecture. Four hours laboratory. Taxonomy of bryophytes: collection and identification of local hepatics and mosses. (Spring even years) Staff.

Department of Biological Sciences, Mississippi State University, 130 Harned Hall, Lee Blvd., Mississippi State, MS 39762



	Introductory Courses BIO 1001. Biology Laboratory. (1) Three hours laboratory. Accompanies BIO 1033. May be used as AP credit to satisfy one hour Biology, Botany, or Zoology laboratory. Selected exercises to illustrate fundamental concepts of biology. Staff. BIO 1004. Anatomy and Physiology. (4) (Prerequisite: a course in thee biological sciences). Three hours lecture. Two hour laboratory. For non-science majors. The structure and function of the human body with special emphasis on the muscular, nervous, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. (Fall, Spring) Staff. BIO 1023. General Botany. (3) Two hours lectures. Two hour laboratory. For non-science majors. Students may not have credit for both BIO 1023 and BIO 1203 nor for both BIO 1033 and BIO 1203, nor for both BIO 1023 and general biology courses transferred from other institutions. A survey of botany intended to introduce students to the world of plants. (Fall, Spring) Staff. BIO 1033. Biological Science. (3) Three hours lecture. Students may not have credit for both BIO 1033 and BIO 1023, nor for both BIO 1033 and BIO 1123. Basic principles and modern concepts pertaining to levels of biological organization from cell to biosphere and life forms of biological kingdoms. Staff. BIO 1053. Introduction to Natural History. (3) Two hour lectures. Ones three-hour laboratory. For Elementary Education majors. Introduction to the ecosystems and ecological processes while learning to identify plants and animals of Mississippi. Staff. BIO 1063. Natural History of Coastal Environments.(3) Two hours lecture. Three ours laboratory. Introduction to the flora and fauna of coastal areas and interactions between living and non-living components of the ecosystem. Staff. BIO 1073. Biology of Human Reproduction. (3) Three hours lecture. A study of human reproduction. Principles of human reproductive anatomy and physiology, endocrine function, pregnancy contraception, sexually transmitted disease and human genetics. Staff. BIO 1123. Animal Biology. (3) Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. For non-science majors. Students may not have credit for both BIO 1023 and BIO 1504. Basic understanding of life processes, diversity, inheritance, reproduction, ecology, and evolution. (Fall and Spring) Staff BIO 1143. Community Health.(3) Three hours lecture. An in-depth study of the factors affecting community health including diseases, drugs, pollution, immunity, nutrition, heredity and socioeconomic conditions. Staff. BIO 1203. Plant Biology. (3) Two hours lectures. three hours laboratory (Student may not have credit for both BIO 1023 and BIO 1203.) An introduction to the biology of flowering plants. Topics include plant physiology, anatomy and morphology, development, genetics and evolution (Fall, Spring, Summer) Staff. BIO 1213. Survey of Plant and Fungi Kingdoms. (3) Tow hours lectures. Three hours laboratory. A survey of algae, bryophytes, vascular plants, and fungi, with emphasis on morphology, internal anatomy, life cycles, fossil record, and evolutionary relationships. (Spring) Staff. BIO 1301. Perspectives in Medical Technology. (1) One hour lecture. A survey of all aspects of medical technology. (Fall) Williams. BIO 1504. Principles of Zoology. (4).Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. For science majors. Students may not have credit for both BIO 1123 and BIO 1504. Introduction to animal biology, including genetics, embryology, physiology, cell biology, ecology and behavior. (Fall, Spring) Staff. BIO 2004. Human Anatomy. (4)(Prerequisite: BIO 1504). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. The study of the structure of the human body. The gross and microscopic anatomy of each organ system will be presented. (Fall, Spring) Staff. BIO 2014. Human Physiology. (4)(Prerequisite: BIO 1504 - CH 1213 and 1223). Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory. Survey of physiological systems and principles and their interrelationship in humans. Designed for paramedical and pre-nursing students and dietetic majors. (Spring) Staff. BIO 2103. Cell Biology. (3) (Prerequisites: 6 hours of biology, CH 1223). Three hours lecture. A comparative study of cell structure among plant, animal and bacterial systems. (Fall, Spring) Staff. BIO 2503. Environmental Quality. (3) Three hours lecture. (Prerequisite: One course in biology). Relevance of ecological principles to environmental problems and relationships of humans with their environment with emphasis on preservation of environmental quality. (Fall) Staff. BIO 2990. Special Topics in Biology. (1-9) Credit and title to be arranged. this course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years) Staff. Advanced Courses BIO 3013. Professional Writing for Biologists. (3) (Prerequisite: Junior-Senior standing in BIO, MIC, or MDT, or consent of instructor. Three hours lecture. Refinement of writing skills for more effective communications. Assignments to include routine and specialized correspondence, technical reports, and speech preparation and delivery. (Fall, Spring) Dorough. BIO 3103. Genetics I (3) (Prerequisites: MA 1313, BIO 1504 or BIO 1203, or equivalents). (Same as PO 3103 and GNS 3103) Peebles. BIO 3104. Ecology (4) (Prerequisite: BIO 1504). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. A general survey of the distribution and abundance of organisms; the interactions between organisms and their biotic and abiotic surroundings. (Fall, Spring) Holder. BIO 3113. Marine Biology (3) (Prerequisite: BIO 1504 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. An introduction to marine environments, the diversity of life in the different marine habitats and human utilization of marine resources. (Spring) Staff. BIO 3303. Parasitology. (3) (Prerequisite: BIO 1504 or equivalent). Two hours lectures. three hours laboratory. A survey of parasitology to include parasites of importance to the health of humans and domestic animals. (Fall) Williams. BIO 3304. General Microbiology. (4). (Prerequisites: CH 1053 or CH 2223). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. For science majors. Students may not have credit for both BIO 1043 and BIO 3304. Fundamentals; techniques in staining and culture of microorganism. (Fall, Spring) Staff. BIO 3404. Bacterial Cultivation. (4) (Prerequisites: BIO 3304 and CH 4513 or coregistration in CH 4513). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. A continuation of 3304. General principles of microbiology with emphasis on cultivation of bacteria. (Fall, Spring) Champlin. BIO 3504. Comparative Anatomy. (4) (Prerequisite: BIO 1504) three ours lecture. three hours laboratory. The vertebrate animals; relationships of organs and systems; and their phylogenetic significance. (Fall) Staff. BIO 3514. Invertebrate Zoology (4). (Prerequisite : BIO 1504). Three hours lecture. three hours laboratory. Invertebrate organisms with emphasis on structure, function, taxonomy, phylogeny and life histories. (Spring, odd years) Staff. BIO 3524. Biology of Vertebrates.(4). Two hours lecture, one hour lecture-lab demonstration, three hours laboratory. Evolution, systematics, ecology and behavior of vertebrates. Laboratory includes classification of major groups, identification of species, fled trip, and experiments in behavior and physiological ecology. (Spring) Holder. BIO 4000. Directed Individual Study.. Hours and credits to be arranged. BIO 4011. Senior Thesis in Biological Sciences. (1) (Prerequisites: BIO 4013 with a grade of B or better and consent of department head and thesis committee). Writing of the undergraduate thesis under the direction of the major advisor. BIO 4013. Senior Research in Biological Sciences. (3) (Prerequisites: Senior standing, consent of department head, 3.00 GPA in biology courses, and major in biological sciences). conduct original research for eventual writing of undergraduate thesis. Advanced Courses - cross-listed for graduate credit BIO 4103/6103. Experimental Genetics (3) (Prerequisites: BIO 3103 or consent of instructor). Six hours laboratory. Mechanism of transmission of genetic information with first-hand experience in inducing such mechanisms from experimental data. Emphasis is on lab. (Fall, Spring) Wise. BIO 4113/6113. Evolutionary Biology. (3) Three hours lecture. Historical development of evolutionary theory; variation and natural selection in populations; speciation; current concepts of phylogeny and systematics. (Spring) Diehl. BIO 4114/6114. Cellular Physiology (4) (Prerequisites: Seven hours of zoology and two semesters of organic chemistry). Three hours lecture. three hours laboratory. A study of the morphology and function of the cell (Same as PHY 6114) (Fall) Buddington. BIO 4203/6203. Taxonomy of Spermatophytes (3) (Prerequisites: BIO 1203 and BIO 1213). Two hours lecture. three hours laboratory. Classification, evolution, and nomenclature of seed plants; introductory methods of collection; laboratory studies of representative plant families. (Spring) Fishbein. BIO 4204/6204. Plant Anatomy. (4) (Prerequisites: BIO 1203 and BIO 1213). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Structure and development of cell types, tissues, roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits of seed plants, with emphasis on angiosperms. (Fall, even years) Sullivan. BIO 4213/6213. Plant Ecology. (3) (Prerequisite: BIO 4203) Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Plant behavior in relation to environment; successional trends; interactions with abiotic and biotic components of ecosystems; community and ecosystem processes. (Fall) Ervin. BIO 4214/6214. General Plant Physiology (4) (Prerequisites: BIO 1203 and CH 1213). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Chemical and physical activities of the plant; absorption; transpiration; mineral nutrition; photosynthesis; translocation; growth processes. (Fall) Price. BIO 4303/6303. Bioinstrumentation. (3)(Prerequisite: BIO 4304/6304). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Theory and practical application of electrical, optical, and other instruments employed in microbiology and medical technology. (Spring) Williams. BIO 4304/6304. Quantitative Methods I. (4).Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Application of mathematical and statistical techniques to problem solving in the laboratory. (Fall) Williams. BIO 4314/6314. Quantitative Methods II. (4) (Prerequisite: BIO 4304). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Theory and application of selected clinical laboratory methods. (Spring) Williams. BIO 4324/6324. Soil Microbiology. (4) (Prerequisite: BIO 3304). One hour lecture.Four hours laboratory. A study of the physiology and ecology of anaerobic microorganisms. Primary focus will be on the theory and practice of isolating, cultivating and studying anaerobes. (Spring) Staff. BIO 4403/6403. Environmental Microbiology. (4) (Prerequisite: BIO 3304). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Terrestrial, aquatic, and subsurface microbial ecosystems. Microbiology of water and wastewater treatment, solid waste disposal, landfarming, impact of hazardous waste, and environmental reclamation. (Spring, odd years) Staff. BIO 4405/6405. Pathogenic Microbiology. (5) (Prerequisite: BIO 3304). Three hours lecture four hours laboratory. The microorganisms producing disease in man and lower animals; means of transmission; protection against disease. (Fall, Spring) St. Cyr Coats. BIO 4413/6413. Immunology. (3). (Prerequisite: BIO 3304 and CH 4513). Three hours lecture. Survey of the functions of the immune system. Emphasis on mammalian immunology, including T- and B-cell interactions in humoral and cell mediated immunity. (Fall) Pinchuk. BIO 4414/6414. Microbiology of Foods (4).(Prerequisite: BIO 3304). Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Isolation and classification of the microorganisms associated with spoilage of commercial and domestic preserved foods. Same as FST 4414/6414. (Spring) Staff. BIO 4443/6443. Bacterial Genetics. (3). (Prerequisites: BCH 4603, BIO 3304 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. The genetics of bacteria and their viruses including: replication rearrangement, repair, transfer regulation, and methods of manipulation and analysis of DNA. (Fall) Courcelle. BIO4453/6453. Petroleum Microbiology. (3) (Prerequisite: BIO 3304). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Geomicrobiological prospecting, desulfurization of oil, disposal and refinery wastes conversion of oil to other products, secondary recovery and petroleum origin. Staff. BIO4463/6463. Bacterial Physiology. (3) (Prerequisites: BIO 3404 and BCH 4603). three hours lecture. Structure and function relationships and major aerobic and anaerobic metabolic pathways in microorganisms. (Spring) Champlin. BIO 4502/6502. Toxicology. (2) (Prerequisite: 8 hours biological sciences and 8 hours chemistry [cell biology/physiology and biochemistry recommended.] Two hours lecture. An introduction to the field of toxicology, including discussion of absorption, metabolism mode of action (acute and chronic), environmental effects, and toxicity testing. Dorough. BIO 4503/6503. Vertebrate Histology. (3)(Prerequisite: BIO 1504). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Study of the microscopic anatomy, structure, and function of major cell types and tissues. (Fall) Staff. BIO 4504/6504. Comparative Vertebrate Embryology. (4)(Prerequisite: BIO 1504). Two hours lecture, Six hour laboratory. The embryology of the vertebrates; the fertilization of the egg; stages of cleavage and the development of organs and systems. (Spring) Staff. BIO 4513/6513. Ichthyology. (3) (Prerequisite: BIO 1504 or equivalent). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Structure, evolution, classification, and life histories of fishes of the world with emphasis on North American freshwater forms. (Fall) Taylor. BIO 4514/6514. Animal Physiology (4) (Prerequisites: Ten hours of zoology and organic chemistry). Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Function and interrelationship of the systems of the body. (Same as PHY 6514) (Spring) Buddington. BIO 4523/6523. Mammalogy. (3) (Prerequisite of undergraduates: BIO 3524 or equivalent). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Evolution, systematics, and ecology of mammals, with emphasis of North American groups. (Fall) Staff. BIO 4533/6533. Animal Behavior. (3) (Prerequisites: Twelve hours of biology and junior or senior standing). Three hours lecture. a comprehensive approach to the study of behavior with emphasis on concepts, mechanisms and evolutionary principles. (Spring, even years) Staff. BIO 4543/6543. Ornithology. (3)(Prerequisites: Eight hours of zoology). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Recent and fossil avifauna of the world; its origin, distribution, classification, and biology. (Spring) Linder. BIO 4703/6703. Field Zoology for Teachers. (3) (Prerequisite: 6 hours of biology). Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. A survey of the diversity of animals and field techniques for studying them; emphasis include southeastern fauna and use of animals in the classroom Note: Will not satisfy any Arts and Sciences core requirement. (Summer) Staff. BIO 4713/6713. Field Botany for Teachers. (3) (Prerequisite: Three ours of biology). Two hour lecture. three hours laboratory. Plants in their natural habitats with emphasis on identification., ecological association, life histories and importance to man and other organisms. Note: Will not satisfy any Art and Sciences core requirement. (Summer) Staff. BIO 4990/6990. Special Topics in Biology. (1-9)Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title when in two academic years) Staff. BIO 5163/7163.Bryology.(3) (Prerequisites: BIO 1203 and BIO 1213). One hour lecture. Four hours laboratory. Taxonomy of bryophytes: collection and identification of local hepatics and mosses. (Spring even years) Staff.

Department of Biological Sciences, Mississippi State University, 130 Harned Hall, Lee Blvd., Mississippi State, MS 39762