Students will be introduced to the chemical basis of life, the basic unit of life (the cell) in terms of structure and function. The course includes other basic topics in biological sciences like photosynthesis, cellu lar respiration, cell reproduction (mitosis & meiosis), genetics and different biological systems of the body like: the digestive, respiratory, circulatory respiratory & reproductive systems.

This laboratory aims at helping the students understand more deeply the topics discussed in the genera biology course. It focuses practical aspects of general biology like detecting different organic compounds, learni ng how to use the microscope, studying cell structures, Osmosis and diffusion, photosynthesis, mitosis, genetics, diversity of life, anatomy of invertebrates and vertebrates, plant and animal tissues.

(Prerequisite: Biology 131 or concurrent).

Study of standard histological procedure and basic methods that are applicable both to animal and plant tissues, the practical study of tissue preparation, including fixation, embedding in paraffin, sectioning on a mic rotome, mounting on slides and finally staining them with the help of a microscope.

(Prerequisite: Biology 131, 111).

241 Botany: (3-3) This course aims at exposing the students to an introduction to plant biology with emphasis on morphology, antomy and reproduction of the main plant divisions. In addition to the study of structure – function relationship, the course also covers plant ecological aspects.

(Prerequisite: General Biology 131, 111)

The course aims at illustrating different invertebrate phyla. It focuses on taxonomy, structure & function and morphology of the invertebrates. Ecological and evolutionary aspects are considered as well. Eff ects of certain invertebrate groups on human health is considered where possible.

(Prerequisite: Biology 131, 111)

Study mainly of bacteria and viruses with emphasis on bacterial anatomy classification, nutrition, growth, genetics and method of destruction.

Biochemical machinery, microbial interaction with humans, principles of disease transmission and public health, and then role of microbes in diseases of man.

(Prerequisites: Biology 131, 111)

The course is designed to introduce the students to structure, function and methods of studying various cells and their organelles. Cell types, uniformity and diversity, mechanism of cell division, differentiation and evolution.

Prerequisite: Biology 131, 111)

245 Vertebrates: (3-3) The course aims at illustrating the diversity of this relative small but important animal group. The study includes the structural, functional, and evolutionary features of different cl asses of vertebrates and relating members of each class.

Prerequisite: Biology 242)

The course covers the basic concepts of transmission genetics, mitosis, meiosis mendelian and non mendelian inheritance, linkage and gene mapping. Genetic variation at chromosomal and gene levels. Biochemical stru cture and functions of the genetic material, Mutation, Selection and genetics of population.

(Prerequisite: Biology 131, 111)

The purpose of this course is to introduce the basic principles that describe the structure and function of populations, communities and the ecosystems of which they are apart. Students will learn about the flow of energy in ecosystems and the biogeochemical cycles. Finally, the impact of man on the environment will be considered.

(Prerequisite: Biology 241, 242 and 245)

The structure and function of the respiratory, cardiovascular, excretory, reproductive, gastrointestinal and nervous system in different animals with particular reference to the human body. Also there is emphasis on basic physiological mechanisms such as transport. excitability, water electrolytes and acid base balance.

(Prerequisite: Biology 245)

A study of general plant physiology with emphasis on water and mineral absorption and its transport. Also included is a study of photosynthesis, gaseous exchange and plant hormones.

(Prerequisite: Biology 241, 244)

Lectures presented by advanced biology students (registering in this course) as a result of an assigned literature review in any of the latest topics in biology. Seminars presented by visiting biological and agricu ltural scientists and physicians.

(Prerequisite: Senior standing and consent of course tutor).

Study of the structure and function of the genetic material, organization and synthesis of proteins, DNA replications in different cell types, DNA cloning, genetic code, genetic mutation, and recombinant DNA technology .

(Prerequisite: Biology 341)

Morphology and growth of micro and macro animal parasites. Their life cycles, methods of parasite transfer and eradication.

(Prerequisite: Biology 242).

Study the rank of insects in the animal kingdom, preview on the origin and factors of insects diversity – study the external anatomy – evolution of body appendages, and internal anatomy of model insects – locust, bees, the ir reproduction and life cycle besides the classification of insects.

(Prerequisite: Biology 242).

Study of the distribution and classification of plants. Morphology of flower, seed and fruit. The flora formula using local plants, (Flora or Palestine).

(Prerequisite: Biology 241)

This introductory course provide information which will permit a student in the biological science to have a basic understanding of the rapidly expanding and complex discipline of immunology

It will cover the basic immunological phenomena, the biochemistry of antibodies and antigens, the immunological techniques, and the cellular components of the immune response.

(Prerequisite: Biology 243)

Independent research in specific fields of Biology carried out under the supervision of a faculty member, including presentation of the results in the form of a short paper

A study in depth of some important topics in Biology, content is selected according to the interests and needs of students and department.

(Prerequisite: Senior standing and consent of the course tutor).

Methods of analysis of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids

(Prerequisite: Biochemistry 331 or concurrent)

Study of intermediary metabolites under different physiological conditions.

(Prerequisite: Biochemistry 311 and 332 or concurrent)

A study of the structure, properties and function of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids and vitamins. Survey of energy yielding processes. A look at intermediary metabolism.

(Prerequisite: Biology 131, 111, and Chemistry 241 or 232).

A study of catabolism and the generation of phosphate-bond energy. Study of anabolism and the utilization of phosphate-bond energy. Also a study of amino acids and proteins interactions and the transfer of geneti c information. A comprehensive use of modern equipment in biochemical analysis.

(Prerequisite: Biochemistry 331)

Experiments in analysis of urine and serum of healthy persons and patients.

(Prerequisite: Biochemistry 432 or concurrent)

Methods in clinical chemistry with emphasis on analysis of body fluids. The use of these analysis in diagnosis.

(Prerequisite: Biochemistry 311, Chemistry 211 or 234)

A study of enzyme classification, structure, and physico-chemical properties. Methods of purification and regulation of enzyme activity.

(Prerequisite: Biochemistry 332)

Study of the endocrine glands, hormones and their relationships to the central nerves system and the role of hormones in the body biological balance. Beside the study of the chemical messages and neurotransmitters from physiological and biological aspects.

(Prerequisite: Biochemistry 332 and Biology 345).

The course is designed to introduce students to extracellular and intracellular signaling systems. Student will learn how agonist and extracellular metabolites interact with receptors on the cell surface, how this int eraction will result in the release of intracellular messengers and how the signal is transduced to the cell nucleus. They will also learn the abnormalities in any of the component of the system can lead to a varity of diseases including cancer.

(Prerequisite: Biology 244, Biochemistry 332)

Detailed study of the biochemical underlying causes of some human diseases with emphasis on genetic diseases involving carbohydrate, lipid and amino acid metabolism.

(Prerequisite: Chemistry 332 or 341 and Biology 345).

Independent research in specific fields of Biochemistry carried out under the supervision of a faculty member, including presentation of the results in the form of a short paper.

(Prerequisite: senior standing and consent of the Department).

A study in depth of some important topics in Biochemistry, content is selected according to the interests and needs of students and department.

(Prerequisite: Senior standing and consent of the course tutor).

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