BIOL 221 - Mechanisms of Evolution

★ 3 (fi 6)(SECOND, 3-0-0)

Discusses the major features of the evolutionary process, including the fossil record, basic population genetics, variation, natural selection, adaptation, and speciation. Prerequisites: BIOL 107 and 108, or SCI 100. Credit cannot be obtained for both BIOL 221 and 321.

IMIN 200 - Infection and Immunity

★ 3 (fi 6)(SECOND, 3-0-0)

Introduces the principles and mechanisms of immunity in eukaryotes. Provides an overview of the major groups of infectious agents (virus, bacteria, parasites) and examines selected microorganisms within the context of the host response to pathogens and pathogen evasion strategies. Pre- or corequisites: BIOCH 200 and MICRB 265. May not be taken for credit if credit already obtained in BIOCH 450. (Offered jointly by the Departments of Biological Sciences and Medical Microbiology and Immunology). [Biological Sciences].

INT D 207 - Inspired to Lead: Skills You Need

★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Students will learn about practical skills that are important to be successful in leadership across various organizational settings and situations. Reflection and self-development are key components of the course. Open to all students. No prerequisites. It is recommended that students have completed at least 30 units of course weight towards their degree prior to registering in this course.

INT D 307 - Inspired to Lead: Your Leadership Canvas

★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Solving societal problems requires that leaders engage across many different domains, requiring them to understand multiple disciplines of thought. Students will examine leadership in public, private and non-governmental cases as well as their intersections. By the end of the course, students will have a strong understanding for their own personal leadership development path. Open to all students. No prerequisites. It is recommended that students have completed at least 60 units of course weight towards their degree prior to registering in this course.

GENET 270 - Foundations of Molecular Genetics

★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-1.5S-0)

Basic concepts on the organization of genetic material and its expression will be developed from experiments on bacteria and viruses. Prerequisite: BIOL 207.