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Human Biology Core Courses

 

 

B200 The Intricate Human (4 cr.) N & M

Prerequisite: Any HUBI approved statistics course (see Bulletin for options)

Interdisciplinary study of the human organism including genetics, metabolism and other aspects of physiology, behavior, culture, and environmental context. Case-based approaches to specific content will reflect faculty expertise, student interests, and current issues in human biology. Emphasis is placed on developing scientific literacy and implementing the scientific method.

B300 Human Dilemmas (4 cr.) N & M

Prerequisite: B200

Social and ethical consideration of the human condition and of the construction of scientific knowledge through case-based investigation of biological processes that integrates multiple disciplinary perspectives. Emphasis is placed on logical interpretation of data and on effective communication of evidence and claims. Specific content will reflect faculty expertise.

B400 Complex Problems of Humanity (3 cr.) N & M

Prerequisite: B300

Capstone experience focusing on the interface of science and society. Students critically analyze real-world contemporary challenges that impact the human condition. Topics will vary based on faculty expertise and student interest. Emphasis is on student research or service learning, communicating science, peer review, and making scientifically-informed arguments.

HUBI B460: Undergraduate Peer Instruction in Human Biology (3 cr.)

Prerequisite: Consent of Human Biology Program Director.

Supervised teaching and mentoring experience in undergraduate Human Biology courses.

HUBI B490: Undergraduate Research in Human Biology (1-12 cr.)

Prerequisite: Overall GPA 2.50 (minimum) and written permission of supervising faculty member.

Introduction to research methods and scientific investigation in a student’s area of concentration. Students must complete a written assignment as evidence of each semester's work, and present an oral report if more than 3 credits are requested.