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Asian American Studies
  

  • ASAM094 PZ - Community Health


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM095 PZ - Asian Americans and Non-Profits


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  
  

  • ASAM103 PZ - Asian American Voices


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM105 PZ - Zines, Creativity, Community


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  
  

  • ASAM110 PZ - (Mis)Representations: Near and Far East


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM111 PO - Pacific Islanders and Education

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2016.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 1

    This course will explore various topics within Indigenous education. Through a variety of mixed methods, this seminar will examine previous and current educational policy and its effects on diverse Indigenous peoples. It will also examine education as a tool for empowerment, resistance and healing within varied Indigenous communities. Course topics covered include: Native/Indigenous epistemology, decolonizing methodologies, settler colonialism, cultural reclamation and critical pedagogy. In addition to the course materials, students will engage in service learning by partnering with the Saturday Tongan Education Program (STEP). Participating in STEP will allow students to actively participate in an Indigenous educational initiative that directly relates to the course content and discussions. Letter grade only.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM111 PZ - Pacific Islanders in Education


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM115 PZ - Methodologies


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM120 PZ - Critical Readings in Filipino American Studies


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM125 PZ - Intro to Asian American History


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM128 AA - Tattoos, Piercing, and Body Adornment


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
  

  • ASAM128 PZ - Body Art in the Diaspora


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM130 PZ - Science, Technology, Asian America


    Credit: 1.0

    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  
  

  • ASAM135 PZ - Filam Experiences


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM135 PZ - Race, Empire, Filipina/o America


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM142 PZ - Transatlantic Black and Asian Experiences


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM145 PZ - Asian North American Women Writers: Colonial Legacies


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
  

  • ASAM150 AA - Contemp Asian American Issues


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM160 AA - Asian American Women’s Experiences


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM171 PZ - Visual Culture at the Margins


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM179 AA - Spec Topics: Asian Amer Studies


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM179B HM - Asian Americans and the Law


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM179D AA - Mixed Race Experience


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM179E AA - Asian/Americans & PopularCulture


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM187 AA - Arts, Activism, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM188 PZ - Decolonizing Education


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM189 AA - Globalization and Oceania: Hawai’i and Tonga


    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
  

  • ASAM189 PZ - Globalization and Oceania


    Credit: 1

    See the Pitzer College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 3
  

  • ASAM190 PO - Senior Seminar

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): S. Goto
    Credit: 1

    This is the capstone seminar for senior Asian American studies majors (minors optional). The seminar is designed to bring seniors together to discuss and assess their understanding of Asian American studies practice and theory at The Claremont Colleges and beyond. We will engage in minor research activities, read and analyze provocative books and articles and revisit key issues and controversies.
  

  • ASAM191 PO - Senior Thesis Asian American Studies

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 1

    Students will work with one or more faculty on original thesis research toward completion of a senior thesis.
  

  • ASAM197 SC - Special Topics in Asian American Studies


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
  

  • ASAM199DRPO - Asian American Studies: Directed Readings

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5-1

    Syllabus reflects workload of a standard course in the department or program. Examinations or papers equivalent to a standard course. Regular interaction with the faculty supervisor. Weekly meetings are the norm. Available for full- or half-course credit.
  

  • ASAM199IRPO - Asian American Studies: Independent Research

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5-1

    A substantial and significant piece of original research or creative product produced. Prerequisite course work required. Available for full- or half-course credit.
  

  • ASAM199RAPO - Asian American Studies: Research Assistantship

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5

    Lab notebook, research summary or other product appropriate to the discipline is required. Half-course credit only.

Asian Studies
  

  • ASIA190 PO - Senior Thesis Seminar

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): S. Yamashita
    Credit: 1

    Exclusively for Asian studies majors who are preparing to write a senior thesis or senior essay. Letter grade only.
  

  • ASIA191 PO - Senior Thesis

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): S. Yamashita
    Credit: 1

    An independent writing project culminating in a senior thesis that is based on original research.  Exclusively for Asian Studies majors who have completed ASIA 190 PO .  Students will present their theses orally at the end of the semester.  Letter grade only.  Prerequisite:  ASIA 190 PO .
  

  • ASIA192 PO - Senior Essay in Asian Studies

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): S. Yamashita
    Credit: 1

    An independent writing project culminating in a substantial essay that may be based on original research or a critical review of the relevant secondary scholarship. It must be directed by two faculty members and be significantly different from what was submitted in ASIA 190 PO . Students will present their essays orally at the end of the semester. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: ASIA 190 PO .
  

  • ASIA199DRPO - Asian Studies: Directed Readings

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5-1

    Syllabus reflects workload of a standard course in the department or program. Examinations or papers equivalent to a standard course. Regular interaction with the faculty supervisor. Weekly meetings are the norm. Available for full- or half-course credit.
  

  • ASIA199IRPO - Asian Studies: Independent Research

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5-1

    A substantial and significant piece of original research or creative product produced. Prerequisite course work required. Available for full- or half-course credit.
  

  • ASIA199RAPO - Asian Studies: Research Assistantship

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5

    Lab notebook, research summary or other product appropriate to the discipline is required. Half-course credit only.

Astronomy
  

  • ASTR001 PO - Introductory Astronomy with Lab

    When Offered: Last offered fall 2016.
    Instructor(s): J. Moreno
    Credit: 1

    A non-calculus based survey course on modern astronomy with a focus on stellar, galactic and cosmic evolution. Particular emphasis will be placed on new and exciting observational results from space and ground-based observatories and how they shape our contemporary understanding of the formation and evolution of the universe and solar system. Includes a laboratory component with telescope.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • ASTR002 PO - Introduction to Galaxies and Cosmology

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2017.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 1

    A non-calculus introduction to cosmology. Topics will include our Milky Way galaxy, galaxy classification and evolution, historical perspectives on cosmology, an examination of the large scale structure of the universe and the history of the universe from the big bang to the present. Modern results and problems in cosmology will be examined.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • ASTR051 PO - Advanced Introductory Astronomy

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): P. Choi
    Credit: 1

    Provides an overview of the modern science of astrophysics. Theoretical and experimental evidence for the hot Big Bang, the formation of elements and the solar system and stellar evolution; exposition of the most pressing issues in the field of astronomy and astrophysics. Students design investigations and conduct a final project based on research in literature or observational studies in astronomy. Prerequisites: AP Physics or PHYS 041 PO  or PHYS 070 PO  or permission of the instructor.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • ASTR062 PO - Introduction to Astrophysics

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): A. Esin
    Credit: 1

    Introduction to astrophysics with emphasis on topics of interest to students with a strong background in introductory physics. Topics include astronomical coordinate systems, celestial mechanics, solar physics, stellar structure, stellar evolution and cosmology. Prerequisite: PHYS 101 PO . (Astronomy)
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • ASTR101 PO - Techniques in Observational Astrophysics

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): P. Choi
    Credit: 1

    A course emphasizing techniques of visual, photographic and electronic observations of astronomical objects. Discussion of infrared and radio astronomy, as well as space-based UV and X-ray astronomy. Includes preparation for and data reductions of observations. Also includes original astronomical observations using both the Brackett Observatory and the one-meter telescope at Table Mountain. Prerequisites: PHYS 101 PO  (can be taken concurrently); and ASTR 051 PO  or ASTR 062 PO . Offered jointly with Harvey Mudd and Joint Sciences. (Astronomy)
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • ASTR121 PO - Cosmology and Extragalactic Astrophysics

    When Offered: Offered alternate years; last offered spring 2016.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5

    Examination of large-scale structure of the universe and evolution of the universe from Big Bang to present epoch. Topics include alternate cosmologies, dark matter, cosmic background radiation and formation and evolution of galaxies and clusters of galaxies. Half-course. Prerequisites: ASTR 051 PO  and PHYS 101 PO  or ASTR 062 PO  and PHYS 101 PO  or permission of the instructor. Offered jointly with Harvey Mudd and Joint Sciences.
  

  • ASTR122 PO - High-Energy Astrophysics

    When Offered: Offered alternate years; last offered spring 2017.
    Instructor(s): A. Esin
    Credit: 0.5

    Analysis of the results of new ultraviolet, X-ray and gamma-ray observations and the astrophysical processes that produce high-energy photons. Topics include active galactic nuclei, black holes, neutron stars, supernova remnants and cosmic rays. Half-course. Prerequisites:  PHYS 101 PO  and either ASTR 051 PO  or ASTR 062 PO , or permission of the instructor. Offered jointly with Harvey Mudd and Joint Sciences.
  

  • ASTR123 PO - Stellar Structure and Evolution

    When Offered: Offered alternate years; last offered spring 2017.
    Instructor(s): P. Choi
    Credit: 0.5

    A rigorous treatment of stellar atmospheres and radiative transfer. Topics include stellar energy generation, evolution on and away from the main sequence and the internal structures of stars and other self-gravitating objects. Prerequisites: PHYS 101 PO  and either ASTR 051 PO  or ASTR 062 PO , or permission of the instructor. Offered jointly with Harvey Mudd and Joint Sciences.
  

  • ASTR125 PO - Galactic Astronomy

    When Offered: Offered alternate years; last offered spring 2016.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5

    A detailed phenomenological investigation of galaxy structure, formation and evolution. We will explore galaxies as both aggregate stellar populations and signposts of cosmic evolution. The course will have a special focus on recent advances in the field. Half-course. Prerequisites: PHYS 101 PO , and ASTR 051 PO  or ASTR 062 PO , or permission of the instructor. Offered jointly with Harvey Mudd and Joint Sciences.
  

  • ASTR199DRPO - Astronomy: Directed Readings

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5-1

    Directed Readings. Syllabus reflects workload of a standard course in the department or program. Examinations or papers equivalent to a standard course. Regular interaction with the faculty supervisor. Weekly meetings are the norm. Available for full- or half-course credit.
  

  • ASTR199IRPO - Astronomy: Independent Research

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5-1

    Independent Research or Creative Project. A substantial and significant piece of original research or creative product produced. Pre-requisite course work required. Available for full- or half-course credit.
  

  • ASTR199RAPO - Astronomy:Research Assistantship

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5-1

    Research Assistantship. Lab notebook, research summary or other product appropriate to the discipline is required. Half-course credit only.

Biology
  

  • BIOL001A PO - Human Genetics for Non-Majors

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2017.
    Instructor(s): D. Martinez; L. Seligman
    Credit: 1

    Principles and practices of human genetics, and current problems and social issues related to genetic research. For non-majors. Cannot be taken if student has already taken BIOL 040 PO.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL001D PO - Ecology for Non-Majors with Laboratory

    When Offered: Last offered fall 2016.
    Instructor(s): F. Hanzawa
    Credit: 1

    Introduction to the major concepts of population, community and ecosystem ecology. Topics include demography; factors governing population growth; predator-prey, competitive and mutualistic interactions; and the structure of biological communities. Not intended for science majors. Letter grade only.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL002A PO - Biology, Gender and Society with Laboratory

    When Offered: Last offered fall 2015.
    Instructor(s): R. Levin
    Credit: 1

    This course explores the scientific method in the fields of genetics, endocrinology, physiology, development and evolution to see how biology informs our understanding of gender and identity. Discussion focuses on the use and abuse of the information generated by biological research and how science changes as cultural values and the political climate shift. Concurrent requisite: BIOL002ALPO.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL039L KS - Analyses of Human Motor Skills


    Credit: 1.0

    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL040 PO - Introductory Genetics with Laboratory

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): A. Cavalcanti; C. Cheney; D. Martinez; L. Seligman
    Credit: 1

    Coverage of the principles of heredity. Topics include transmission genetics, population genetics and molecular genetics. Laboratory provides opportunities for students to apply a range of experimental approaches to ask and answer genetic questions in a variety of model organisms. No prerequisite.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL041C PO - Intro Cell Chemistry and Cell Biology with Laboratory

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): K. Johnson; S. Olson; F. Kammes; E. Crane; S. Stranford
    Credit: 1

    Introduction to components of and processes that occur in living cells. Includes cell chemistry, intermediary metabolism, energy transduction and specialized topics, including protein trafficking, cellular motility and signal transduction. Prerequisites: BIOL 040 PO  and either CHEM 001A PO  or CHEM 051 PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL041E PO - Intro Ecological and Evolutionary Biology with Laboratory

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): F. Hanzawa; N. Karnovsky; R. Levin; J. Wright
    Credit: 1

    Introduction to the origins of and interactions among organisms in their natural environments. Includes evolutionary and population biology, behavioral and community ecology and conservation biology. Laboratory projects include field experiments and apply statistical treatments in data analysis. Prerequisite: BIOL 040 PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL043L KS - Introductory Biology


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL044L KS - Introductory Biology


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL069L KS - Discovery, Innovation and Risk


    Credit: 1.0

    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
  
  

  • BIOL103 PO - Invasion Biology

    When Offered: Last offered fall 2015.
    Instructor(s): W. Meyer
    Credit: 1

    This seminar course will examine the primary literature to explore theories, models, patterns and predictive methods relating to the introduction, establishment and spread of introduced organisms. The focus will be on the application of principles from invasion biology to conservation and natural resource management. Letter grade only. Prerequisites: BIOL 041E PO  or equivalent. Previously offered as BIOL189B PO.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL104 PO - Conservation Biology

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2017.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 1

    Biological approaches to the conservation of species and ecosystems. Topics include current problems in conservation at global through local scales, the origin and maintenance of biodiversity, population dynamics of rare or exploited species and the influence of human values on wildlife conservation. Prerequisites: BIOL 041E PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL106 PO - Aquatic Ecology with Laboratory

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2014.
    Instructor(s): N. Karnovsky
    Credit: 1

    Covers the ecology of marine, estuarine and freshwater habitats. Investigates how the physical and chemical properties of both salt and freshwater environments impact the distribution, abundance, behavior and inter-species interactions of aquatic organisms. Investigates the impact of anthropogenic activities on aquatic organisms. Lectures and discussions of primary literature. Experiments in lab and field. Field trips are required. Prerequisite: BIOL 041E PO . Letter grade only.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL107 PO - Avian Ecology

    When Offered: Last offered fall 2016.
    Instructor(s): N. Karnovsky
    Credit: 1

    In this advanced ecology course we will use birds as a tool to understand the impacts of climate change, habitat loss and fragmentation, contaminants and altered biogeochemical cycles. We will study the evolution, phylogeny, physiology, behavior, population dynamics and interspecies interactions of birds with a focus on understanding current conservation crises. We will discuss relevant primary literature in class. During labs we will carry out studies of local bird migration, distribution, diets, abundance and diversity using current techniques. Labs will be in both the field and lab. Lab reports will be written as scientific papers. Field trips are required. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: BIOL 041E PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL116 PO - Ecology and Evolution of Plants with Laboratory

    When Offered: Offered alternate years; next offered fall 2017.
    Instructor(s): F. Hanzawa
    Credit: 1

    The ecology of plant populations, examined in an evolutionary context. Topics include population dynamics; ecology and evolution of interactions between plants and pollinators, herbivores and seed dispersers; evolution of plant structure; conservation of rare species. Prerequisite: BIOL 041E PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL121 PO - Insect Ecology and Behavior with Laboratory

    When Offered: Fall 2017.
    Instructor(s): F. Hanzawa
    Credit: 1

    This course explores the interaction of insects with their biotic and physical environments from an evolutionary perspective. Topics include insect population ecology; mating, foraging and social behaviors; ecology of insect pollination, herbivory and parasitism; and insect diversity. Prerequisite: BIOL 041E PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL125 PO - Animal Behavior with Laboratory

    When Offered: Last offered fall 2014.
    Instructor(s): R. Levin
    Credit: 1

    This course examines maintenance, reproductive and social behaviors of animals from evolutionary, ecological and mechanistic perspectives. Topics include behavioral ecology and sociobiology, behavioral genetics, behavioral endocrinology and neuroethology. Laboratory includes field observations of free-living animals. Prerequisite: BIOL 041E PO  or permission of instructor.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL131 PO - Invertebrate Biology with Laboratory

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2017.
    Instructor(s): J. Wright
    Credit: 1

    Explores the taxonomy, phylogeny and functional morphology of the major invertebrate phyla. Select topics include some of the most pervasive evolutionary questions: insect-plant co-evolution, the evolution and biomechanics of insect flight, host-parasite co-evolution and the Cambrian explosion. Laboratories explore comparative anatomy, physiology and ecology through a combination of experimental and observational projects and field trips. Prerequisite: BIOL 041C PO  or BIOL 041E PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL132 PO - Vertebrate Biology with Laboratory

    When Offered: Offered alternate years; last offered fall 2014.
    Instructor(s): N. Karnovsky
    Credit: 1

    Vertebrate ecology, evolution and current conservation crises. Aspects of vertebrate anatomy and physiology will be covered to highlight strategies vertebrates use to meet challenges of metabolism, thermoregulation, locomotion, prey capture, predator avoidance, mating, reproduction and migration. Labs are focused on modern techniques for studying vertebrate populations. Field trips. Prerequisite: BIOL 041E PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL133L KS - Intro to Mathematical Physiology


    Credit: 1.0

    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL140 PO - Animal Physiology with Laboratory

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): J. Wright
    Credit: 1

    The physiology of animals at the biochemical, cellular, organ and whole-animal level, stressing comparative solutions to common problems across animal groups. Prerequisite: BIOL 041C PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL146L KS - Ecology


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL146L KS - Ecology with Lab


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL153 HM - Biostatistics


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
  

  • BIOL159 KS - Natural Resource Management


    Credit: 1.0

    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL160 PO - Immunology

    When Offered: Last offered fall 2016.
    Instructor(s): S. Stranford
    Credit: 1

    This course will cover the cells, organs and biochemical signals that make up the immune system, as well as mechanisms for the identification and removal of pathogens. Additional topics may include: autoimmunity, allergy, vaccination, transplantation, cancer, immune deficiency and pathogen evasion strategies. Emphasis will be placed on the human immune response, with occasional use of clinical case studies to reinforce these ideas. In addition, common experimental models will also be discussed. In the final section of the course, students will be expected to deliver an oral presentation on an immunological topic of interest. Prerequisites: BIOL 040 PO  and BIOL 041C PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL161 PO - Immunology Laboratory

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2015.
    Instructor(s): S. Stranford
    Credit: 0.5

    This laboratory-based course will explore immunology techniques and their application to studies related to acquired immune deficiency. Students will spend approximately the first 4-6 weeks gaining experience with a handful of basic immunology techniques and relevant literature in the field. This will be followed by an extensive, self-designed, independent research project (6 weeks) that culminates in a final research paper and presentation. Prerequisites: BIOL 160 PO  or permission of the instructor. Letter grade only.
  

  • BIOL162 PO - Genetic Analysis.

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2017.
    Instructor(s): J. Moore.
    Credit: 1

    This course examines classic and more recent discoveries using genetic approaches. Students in this class will learn the approaches geneticists use to address biological problems, will come to a greater appreciation of about fundamental biological processes, and will gain the skills of reading, interpreting, discussing, and critically evaluating the biological literature. Among others, past topics have included the molecular nature of disease, the cell cycle with ties to cancer, important molecular genetic techniques, evolutionary genetics, and genetic regulation. Prerequisites: BIOL040 PO and BIOL041C PO or by permission of the instructor.

    This course has been revised for spring 2017.

     
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4

  

  • BIOL163 PO - Advanced Cell Biology with Laboratory

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): S. Olson
    Credit: 1

    Discussion of the organization, function and biochemistry of the organelles and macromolecules of eukaryotic cells. Special emphasis will be given to cell membranes, protein synthesis and trafficking among organelles and intracellular motility. Prerequisite: BIOL 041C PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4; Speaking Intensive
  

  • BIOL165 KS - Advanced Topics in Environmental Biology


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
  

  • BIOL165A PO - Molecular Genetics of Cancer

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2017.
    Instructor(s): L. Seligman
    Credit: 1

    This course examines the genetic changes that underlie the conversion of healthy cells to cancer cells. Emphasis will be placed on studies identifying key genes in humans, as well as research in model organisms that has enabled an understanding of how changes in these genes lead to cancers. This is a literature-based course that emphasizes oral presentations. Juniors and seniors only. Prerequisite: BIOL 040 PO  and BIOL 041C PO  or permission of the instructor.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL166 KS - Animal Physiological Ecology


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL166 PO - Plant Physiology with Laboratory

    When Offered: Fall 2017.
    Instructor(s): F. Jammes
    Credit: 1

    This course will cover, from the single cell to the whole organism, the physiological and molecular mechanisms that underlie each stage of plant life. Emphasis will be placed on the processes and resources required for plant growth, development and adaptation to the environment. Labs are inquiry-oriented and cover modern approaches to understand how plants perceive and interact with their environments. Prerequisite: BIOL 041C PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL169 PO - Developmental Biology with Laboratory

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): C. Cheney
    Credit: 1

    The events and processes of animal development, including early development, organogenesis, signaling, developmental genetics, cloning, imprinting, stem cells and evolution of development. Includes both vertebrate and invertebrate embryos. Prerequisite: BIOL 041C PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL169L KS - Marine Ecology


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL170 PO - Drosophila Genomics

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2012.
    Instructor(s): L. Hoopes
    Reading and discussion on DNA sequencing, finishing of DNA sequences and annotation, repeated sequences and chromosome structure. Laboratory work with Genomics Education Partnership at Washington University, finishing and annotating sequences from Drosophila dot chromosomes with co-authorship when published. Prerequisities: BIOL 041C PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL170 PO - Genomics and Transcriptomics with Laboratory

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2017.
    Instructor(s): D. Martinez
    Credit: 1

    Intended for upper-level undergraduates, the course will explore transcriptome and genome assembly, gene expression analysis, comparative genomics, gene ontology, genome annotation and other selected topics. Students will gain knowledge of current trends in genomic and transcriptomic science through a review of relevant literature, facilitated by interactive class discussion. The main objective of the course is for students to develop, through experiential learning, the skills to effectively handle and analyze the large sequencing datasets associated with transcriptomic and genomic studies. By the end of the course, students will be able to properly design, execute and analyze both transcriptomic and genomic experiments, with full knowledge of replication considerations, application of appropriate sequencing methods and effort for the question at hand and full critical analysis of the dataset to answer the biological question. Letter grade only. Prerequisites: BIOL 041C PO  or BIOL 041E PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL173 PO - Genomics & Bioinformatics with Laboratory.

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): A. Cavalcanti
    Credit: 1

    This course provides an introduction to the analysis of genomic datasets using computer programs and primary literature. Topics include: Models of sequence evolution, sequence alignment, similarity searching, biological databases, phylogenetic reconstruction, analyses of microarray data and next-gen sequencing data. Laboratory incorporates the analysis of datasets using widely available software tools. No programming experience is required. Prerequisites: BIOL 041C PO  or BIOL 041E PO  .
    This course has been revised for spring 2018  .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4 ; Speaking Intensive
  

  • BIOL174 PO - Programming and data analysis for Biologists

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2017.
    Instructor(s): A. Cavalcanti
    Credit: 1

    This course provides an introduction to the analysis of big data in Biology. Topics include: Models of sequence evolution, sequence alignment, microbiome analysis, analysis of next-gen sequencing data, multivariate analysis, ordination techniques, databases and web programming. The examples used will include both molecular and ecological data. Laboratory incorporates programming exercises in python and R. Basic programming experience in any language is required. Any programming course (prerequisite may be waived if student has practical programming experience). Prerequisites: BIOL040 PO and one of the following: CSCI005 HM or CSCI030 PO or CSCI051 PO or by permission of instructor.
    This course has been revised for spring 2018  .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL175 KS - Applied Biostatistics


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL176 KS - Tropical Ecology


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL180 PO - Microbial Ecology

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2015.
    Instructor(s): E. Crane
    Credit: 1

    A discussion of the role of microbes in controlling element cycling and in shaping the geosphere. Microbial populations in a range of environments will be discussed (soil, marine and aquatic waters and sediments, the shallow and deep subsurface, plant and animal hosts), and the role that communication, cooperation and competition play within these populations will also be examined. Laboratory incorporates modern techniques for studying microbes and microbial communities and sampling in the field. Letter grade only. Prerequisites: BIOL 041C PO  or BIOL 041E PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL181 PO - Fire Ecology in Southern California Ecosystems

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2015.
    Instructor(s): W.Meyer
    Credit: 1

    The lecture portion of this course will examine the primary literature, and incorporate guest lectures from specialists from throughout Southern California to explore theories, models, patterns and predictive methods relating to the influence of fire on Southern California ecosystems. The laboratory portions of the course will include field trips to various areas with recent burns and students will also be expected to design and conduct independent fire ecology projects at the Bernard Field Station. The focus of this course will be to understand the impact of fire on Southern California ecosystems and apply these concepts to the preservation and restoration of biodiversity in the region. Letter grade only. Prerequisites: BIOL 041C PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • BIOL187P KS - Special Topics in Biology: Herpetology


    See the Scripps College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
 

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