• BIOL 4520: Limnology and Reservoir Ecology

  4.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Chemical, physical, and biological processes in lake and reservoir systems (nutrient budgets and cycling, hydrodynamics, phytoplankton/ zooplankton/benthic dynamics, and physical similarities and differences in lakes and reservoirs). Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisites: BIOL 3060, BIOL 3250 , BIOL 3350, CHEM 1110, and CHEM 1120, all with minimum grades of C, or department head approval. Corequisite: ESC 4520L or department head approval. May be registered as ESC 4520. Credit not allowed in both BIOL 4520 and ESC 4520. Laboratory/studio course fee will be assessed.
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• BIOL 4530: Microbial Ecology

  4.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  A study of microorganisms in their natural environment with regard to microbial evolution, growth, interactions, dispersal mechanisms, ecological significance, and biotechnology applications. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisites: BIOL 3060, BIOL 3150, BIOL 3250, BIOL 4220, and CHEM 3010, all with minimum grades of C, or department head approval. Corequisite: BIOL 4530L or department head approval. Laboratory/studio course fee will be assessed.
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• BIOL 4540: Plant Ecology

  4.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  A study of relationships of plants with their living and non-living environment, explored from the levels of plant individuals, populations and communities. Laboratory component includes hands-on experimentation and field activities developed to assess plant responses to abiotic and biotic environmental conditions. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisites: BIOL 3060 and BIOL 3150 and BIOL 3250 with minimum grades of C, or department head approval. Corequisite: BIOL 4540L or department head approval. May be registered as ESC 4540. Credit not allowed in both BIOL 4540 and ESC 4540. Laboratory/studio course fee will be assessed.
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• BIOL 4550: History of Evolutionary Thought

  4.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  A study of the historical and scientific origin of the Theory of Evolution and Darwin’s Theory of Natural Selection, along with their important conceptual precursors, including the significance of fossils, the reality of Extinction, and the discovery of “Deep Time,” through an analysis of historical and scientific texts. Additional topics to be considered will include the nature of Science, Human Evolution and the modern Creationism/Evolution controversy. The course includes a required lab, with several required local field tips and hands-on exercises in paleontology, radiometric dating, and population genetics. Prerequisites: Completion of BIOL 3350 and 1130 and 3.25 GPA or better in major, or UHON standing, or department head approval.
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• BIOL 4590: Advanced Topics in Evolutionary Ecology

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Exploration of advanced topics in evolutionary ecology. Topics to be focused on include life-history evolution, sexual selection, parental investment, mating systems, social behavior, and/or other topics that are the focus of current active research in the field of evolution. Prerequisites: BIOL 3350, BIOL 3250, and BIOL 3060 with minimum grades of C or department head approval. May be registered as ESC 4590. Credit not allowed in both BIOL 4590 and ESC 4590.
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• BIOL 4610R: Biology Seminar

  1.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Presentation of programs of current biological interest by students, faculty, and outside speakers. Maximum credit: 2 hours. Prerequisite: 16 semester hours biology or department head approval.
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• BIOL 4620: Economic Botany

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  An introduction to the origins, history, diversity and importance of plants in the human experience. History of the domestication of important crops and the impact of plants on the quality of human life covered. Ethnobotany and the impacts of agriculture and exotic plants will be discussed as they relate to the future of the world's supply of food, fiber, medicines and other plant products. Prerequisite: BIOL 3060 or BIOL 3150 or BIOL 3250 with minimum grades of C, or ESC 1510 with a minimum grade of C, or department head approval.
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• BIOL 4630: Endocrinology

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  The hormones of animals with emphasis on those of mammals. Prerequisites: BIOL 3060 or BIOL 3150 or BIOL 3250 with minimum grades of C; CHEM 1120 and CHEM 1120L; or department head approval.
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• BIOL 4680: Introduction to Soil Resources

  4.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Introduction to the study of soils and exploration of fundamental principles of origin, nature and constitution of soils. The geological origin of soils and factors of soil formation. Study of soil's physical, chemical and biological properties in determining the suitability of land for various uses. The environmental impact of agricultural and non-agricultural soil and land use. Soil erosion and conservation. The conquest of land through 7000 years and the impact human actions. Spring semester. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: ESC 1510 with a minimum grade of C, or department head approval. Corequisite: BIOL 4680L or department head approval. May be registered as ESC 4680. Credit not allowed in both BIOL 4680 and ESC 4680. Laboratory/studio course fee will be assessed.
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• BIOL 4710: Histology

  4.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Structure of animal tissues and organ levels with emphasis on recognition, origin, and function of mammalian tissues. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 4 hours. Prerequisites: BIOL 3060 or BIOL 3150 or BIOL 3250 with minimum grades of C; CHEM 1120 and CHEM 1120L; or department head approval. BIOL 2060 or BIOL 4220 recommended. CHEM 3020 and CHEM 3020L recommended. Corequisite: BIOL 4710L or department head approval. Laboratory/studio course fee will be assessed.
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