Structure, molecular composition and function in sub-cellular and cellular systems. Three lectures, one lab (three hours); one term Prerequisite(s):...
Fundamental evolutionary and ecological concepts with particular reference to the diversity of life. Three lectures, three hour seminar/lab; one term ...
Introduction to basic biological principles for students without Grade 12 Biology U. Three lectures, one tutorial (two hours); one term Not open to...
Fundamental principles of animal physiology, including: cellular energetics, diffusion, osmosis, membrane transport, excitability and contractility,...
Basic treatment of cell structure and function, including transport and chemical signals; adaptation of structure and function in specialized cells....
Structure, function and transmission of genes; chromosomal basis of inheritance; mono- and dihybrid crosses; sequential steps in gene function;...
Key concepts in plant biology and biodiversity will be explored, including the origin of plants, plant structure and development, plant genomes, plant...
Microbial structure, genetics, metabolism, and evolution. Overview of agricultural, medical, environmental, and industrial microbiology. Covers key...
An introduction to fundamental ecological principles and illustration of how these are applied to current environmental problems at the level of...
An interactive course exposing students to current issues in the understanding, preservation and management of biodiversity and ecological integrity....
An active learning approach to experiencing how research is conceived, executed, interpreted and communicated in Biology.
Drug interactions with living organisms; absorption and elimination of drugs, variations in drug action, drug toxicity, receptor structure and...
Principles of physiology and plant cell metabolism. Topics include: photosynthesis, photorespiration, mineral nutrition, water relations and...
Communities and ecosystems: mechanism and principles governing their form and function in Origin, development, and maintenance of terrestrial and...
The major theoretical concepts and empirical findings in micro- and macro-evolution are surveyed. Three lectures, one tutorial; one term ...
An interactive course highlighting current research programs in the general area of biodiversity. One lecture (three hours), one tutorial (two hours);...
Analysis of sensory reception, nervous control systems, feeding, skeletal support, locomotion, excretion, respiration, and reproduction in selected...
Analysis of cell function with an emphasis on electrical properties, ion transport proteins, signalling via second messengers, mechanisms of cell...
Academic component associated with field work chosen from an assortment of modules offered by faculty from McMaster and other Ontario Universities'...
Field work, corresponding with BIOLOGY 3R03, chosen from an assortment of modules offered by faculty from McMaster and other Ontario Universities'...