1101 || 1102 ||1110 || 1113.01 || 1113.02 || 1113H || 1114.01 || 1114.02 || 1114H || 2105 || 2200 || 3401 || 3501.01 || 3501.02 || 3501.03 || 3501.04 || 3501.05 || 3501.06 || 3501.07 || 4191 || 4193 || 4194 || 4797 || 4798 || 4901 || 4998 || 4999H || 5001 || 6001
1101
Introductory Biology
4 units
Course description. Basic principles of biology; topics include the nature of science, organismal diversity, evolution, ecology, genetics, reproduction, and cellular structure and function. Not intended for students majoring in one of the biological sciences. Lecture, Lab.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Biology 101, 1113 (113), 1113H, Entomology 1101 (Entomol 101), or PlntBio 1101 (101). This course is available for EM credit. GE nat sci bio course.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
Text: A common textbook is used in the majority of 1101 courses (purchase required only at discretion of instructor). Essentials of the Living World (7th Edition) by Johnson and Bergh.
Advanced Placement Program, College Level Examination Program, EM test administered by the Office of Testing, GEL Natural Science: Biological Science, GEN Foundations: Natural Sciences
1102
Human Biology
4 units
Course description. Exploration of human biology; topics include structure and physiological function, reproduction and development, genetics and disease, ecology, and evolution. Not intended for students majoring in one of the biological sciences. Lecture, Recitation.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Biology 102. This course is available for EM credit. GE nat sci bio course.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
Text: A common textbook is used in the majority of 1102 courses (purchase required only at discretion of instructor). Johnson. Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues - The Ohio State Univ. ISBN: 9781323510803
EM test administered by the Office of Testing, GE Natural Science: Biological Science
1110
Biology for the Health Sciences
4 units
Course Description. A survey of biological topics including evolution; structure and function; information flow, exchange and storage; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems intended as preparation for Pre-Nursing and Pre-HRS students. Not intended for students on a Pre-Medicine or related track, or for students intending to major in biology or related areas.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 1101 (101), 1102 (102), 1113 (113), or 1114 (114). This course is available for EM credit. GEL Natural Science: Biological Science, GEN Foundations: Natural Sciences
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
Text: A common textbook used is Biology: Concepts and Investigations (4th edition), Hoefnagels, Marielle.
1113.01
Biological Sciences: Energy Transfer and Development
4 units
Course description. Exploration of biology and biological principles; evolution and the origin of life, cellular structure and function, bioenergetics, and genetics. A broad introduction to biology comprises both Biology 1113 and 1114. Lecture, Lab.
Prereq: Math 1120, 1130, 1148, 1150, or above, or Math Placement Level L or M. Prereq or concur: Chem 1110, 1210, 1610, or 1910H, or permission of course coordinator. Not open to students with credit for 1113 or 1113.02. This course is available for EM credit. GE nat sci bio course. GE foundation natural sci course.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
Advanced Placement Program, EM test administered by the Office of Testing, GE Natural Science: Biological Science
1113.02
Biological Sciences: Energy Transfer and Development PLTL
5 units
Course Description. Exploration of biology and biological principles; evolution and the origin of life, cellular structure and function, bioenergetics, and genetics. This course includes a required Peer-Led Team Learning (PLTL) component. Peer-led team learning (PLTL) provides a structure within which students will actively work together in groups to complete a series of activities and deepen their understanding of concepts associated with Biology 1113. A peer leader will work with the group on challenging and relevant activities to prepare biology students to apply scientific reasoning to authentic problems.
Prereq: Math 1120, 1130, 1148, 1150, or above, or Math Placement Level L or M. Prereq or concur: Chem 1110, 1210, 1610, or 1910H, or permission of course coordinator. Not open to students with credit for 1113 or 1113.01. GE nat sci bio course. GE foundation natural sci course.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
1113H
Biological Sciences: Energy Transfer and Development
4 units
Course description. Exploration of biology and biological principles; evolution and the origin of life, cellular structure and function, bioenergetics, and genetics. A broad introduction to biology comprises both Biology 1113H and 1114H. Lecture, Lab.
Prereq: Honors standing. Not open to students with credit for 115 or 115H. GE Natural Science: Biological Science. NS Admis Cond course.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
1114.01
Biological Sciences: Form, Function, Diversity, and Ecology
4 units
Course description.; Exploration of biology and biological principles; evolution and speciation, diversity in structure, function, behavior, and ecology among prokaryotes and eukaryotes. A broad introduction to biology comprises both Biology 1113 and 1114.; Lecture, Lab.
Prereq: Math 1120, 1130, 1148, or 1150 or above, or Math Placement Level L or M. Prereq or concur: Chem 1110, 1210, 1610, or 1910H, or permission of course coordinator. Not open to students with credit for 1114 or 1114.02. This course is available for EM credit. GE nat sci bio course. GE foundation natural sci course.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
1114.02
Biological Sciences: Form, Function, Diversity, and Ecology PLTL
5 units
Exploration of biology and biological principles; evolution and speciation, diversity in structure, function, behavior, and ecology among prokaryotes and eukaryotes. This course includes a required Peer-Led Team Learning (PLTL) component. Peer-led team learning (PLTL) provides a structure within which students will actively work together in groups to complete a series of activities and deepen their understanding of concepts associated with Biology 1114. A peer leader will work with the group on challenging and relevant activities to prepare biology students to apply scientific reasoning to authentic problems.
Prereq: Math 1120, 1130, 1148, or 1150 or above, or Math Placement Level L or M. Prereq or concur: Chem 1110, 1210, 1610, or 1910H, or permission of course coordinator. Not open to students with credit for 1114 or 1114.01. GE nat sci bio course. GE foundation natural sci course.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
1114H
Biological Sciences: Form, Function, Diversity, and Ecology
4 units
Course description. Exploration of biology and biological principles; evolution and speciation, diversity in structure, function, behavior, and ecology among prokaryotes and eukaryotes. A broad introduction to biology comprises both Biology 1113H and 1114H. Lecture, Lab.
Prereq: Honors standing. Not open to students with credit for 116 or 116H. GE Natural Science: Biological Science. NS Admis Cond course.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
2105
Human Biology in Cinema
3 units
Course Description. Human Biology in Cinema will explore biological insights related to human health and well-being through the lens of mainstream films. These biological insights will enhance comprehension and appreciation of films and in turn the films will provide a narrative structure that make the information more accessible and memorable. Films will serve as a starting point for a class discussion each week. High School Biology recommended.
GE nat sci bio course; GE theme health and well-being course.
Prereq: Soph standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 1105.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
2200
Genome Biology
1 unit
Course description. DNA sequencing and analysis of bacteriophage genomes. Special emphasis on mycobacteriophage as part of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute National Genomics Research Initiative. Lab.
Prereq: 1113 (with participation in the Howard Hughes Medical Institute National Genomics Research Initiative), or permission of instructor. Cross-listed in Micrbio.
3401
Integrated Biology
4 units
Course description. A case studies approach is used to gain a better understanding of biological concepts and principles. This course is designed for biology majors. Lecture, Recitation.
Prereq: 1113 (113) and 1114 (114), and Chem 1220 (123), and Math 1150 (150), and permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 401.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
3501.01
Integrative Skills in Biology: Biological Development
3 units
Course description: A Biological Development themed integrative approach to fundamental skills enhancement in the life sciences.
Prereq: 1113, 1114, and Chem 1220; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 3401 or 3501.xx.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
3501.02
Integrative Skills in Biology: Disease Vectors
3 units
Course description: A vector-borne disease themed integrative approach to fundamental skills enhancement in the life sciences.
Prereq: 1113, 1114, and Chem 1220; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 3401 or 3501.xx.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
3501.03
Integrative Skills in Biology: Symbiosis
3 units
Course description: A symbiosis themed integrative approach to fundamental skills enhancement in the life sciences.
Prereq: 1113, 1114, and Chem 1220; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 3401 or 3501.xx.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
3501.04
Integrative Skills in Biology: Biotechnology
3 units
Course description: A biotechnology themed integrative approach to fundamental skills enhancement in the life sciences.
Prereq: 1113, 1114, and Chem 1220; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 3401 or 3501.xx.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
3501.05
Integrative Skills in Biology: Rise of Resistance
3 units
Course description: An evolution of resistance themed integrative approach to fundamental skills enhancement in the life sciences.
Prereq: 1113, 1114, and Chem 1220; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 3401 or 3501.xx.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
3501.06
Integrative Skills in Biology: Biology of Aging
3 units
Course description: A biology of aging themed integrative approach to fundamental skills enhancement in the life sciences.
Prereq: 1113, 1114, and Chem 1220; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 3401 or 3501.xx.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
3501.07
Integrative Skills in Biology: Adaptation and Evolutionary Response at Multiple Scales
3 units
Course description: An adaptation and evolutionary response themed integrative approach to fundamental skills enhancement in the life sciences.
Prereq: 1113, 1114, and Chem 1220; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 3401 or 3501.xx.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes: These goals and outcomes are universal for all offerings of the course.
4191
Internship in Biology
1-5 units
Course description. A cooperative education or internship assignment conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Independent Study.
Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 cr hrs or 8 completions. This course is graded S/U.
4193
Individual Studies
1-5 units
Course description. A program of individual study in the biological sciences appropriate for the student's needs. Independent Study.
Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr hrs or 12 completions. This course is graded S/U.
4194
Group Studies
2-4 units
Course description. Group studies of topics not otherwise offered in Biology. Lecture.
Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs or 7 completions.
4797
Study at a Foreign Institution
1-15 units
Course description.An opportunity for students to study at a foreign institution and receive Ohio State credit for that work. Independent Study.
Prereq: Permission of advisor. Repeatable to a maximum of 30 cr hrs or 8 completions. GE Education Abroad.
4798
Biological Roots in England
3 units
Course description. A short-term study abroad course examining the history of biology in England. Lecture.
Prereq: 6 cr hrs taken in Biological Sciences. Not open to students with credit for 500.
4901
Biological Capstone
2 units
Course description: A topical case study approach to integrating and synthesizing content across the life sciences.
Prereq: 3501.xx, and Rank 3 or 4 standing; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 3401.
4998
Research
1-5 units
Course description. Undergraduate research in biology. Independent Study.
Prereq: Permission of advisor. Repeatable to a maximum of 30 cr hrs or 8 completions. This course is graded S/U.
4999H
Honors Thesis Research
1-5 units
Course description. A program of individual research in the biological sciences appropriate for the student's needs and culminating in an honors thesis and oral examination. Independent Study.
Prereq: Honors standing, and 1113 (113) or 1114 (114), and permission of advisor. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr hrs or 8 completions. This course is graded S/U.
5001
Topics in Biology Teaching
1 unit
Course description. Students actively participate in workshops and other activities, including the development of new instructional materials and SOTL projects, that enhance their preparedness for college teaching. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. This course is graded S/U.
More information about the course can be found on the course page.
6001
Biology College Teaching
2 units
Course description. Students take a scholarly approach to studying theory-based methods to help undergraduates learn biology. Students consider methods as an instructor, peer reviewer, and student.
Prereq: Grad standing in BioSci. Not open to students with credit for Biology 701.
More details about the course, including the course goals can be found at the course information page.