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BGYA01H3 Introductory Biology: Part I
A lecture and laboratory course providing an overview of biological processes at the cellular level.
   Topics include cell structure, DNA replication, transcription, translation, cell division and inheritance, bioenergetics and enzymes, metabolism and transport processes, and aspects of plant cell structure and function; the diversity of life is emphasized throughout.
Exclusion: (BGYA01Y)

BGYA02H3 Introductory Biology: Part II
A lecture and laboratory course providing an overview of animal physiology, ecology and evolution; physiological adaptations to environmental problems; interaction of organisms with each other and the environment in an evolutionary context; adaptation and speciation.
Exclusion: (BGYA01Y), BIO150Y
Prerequisite: BGYA01H or the non-credit tutorial on laboratory safety, methodology and instrumentation

BGYB10H3 Cell Biology
This course is designed to introduce theory and modern experimental techniques in cell biology. Emphasis will be on eukaryotic cells. Structure and function of major animal and plant organelles will be covered. Subsequent topics include the role of the cytoskeleton. Plasma membrane and extracellular matrix will also be detailed in the context of cellular interactions with the environment.
Exclusion: BGYB10Y, BIO250Y
Prerequisite: [BGYA01H & BGYA02H] or (BGYA01Y) & [CHMA10H & CHMA11H] or (CHMA01Y) or (CHMA02Y)

BGYB10Y3 Cell Biology and Molecular Aspects of Genetic Processes
A course designed to introduce theory and modern experimental techniques in cell and molecular genetics. Emphasis will be on eukaryotic cells. First half topics include: Structure and function of major animal and plant organelles, the role of the cytockeleton, the role of the plasma membrane and extracellular matrix in the context of cellular interactions with the environment. In the second half of the course topics will include structure and function of the nucleus, DNA replication and cell cycle control, transcription and translation, gene regulation, signal transduction and basic aspects of immunology. Please note this course contains the content of both BGYB10H and BGYB11H.
Exclusion: BGYB10H, BGYB11H, BIO250Y
Prerequisite: [BGYA01H & BGYA02H] or (BGYA01Y) & [CHMA10H & CHMA11H] or (CHMA01Y) or (CHMA02Y)

BGYB11H3 Molecular Aspects of Cellular and Genetic Processes
A course focusing on the central dogma of genetics and how molecular techniques are used to investigate cellular processes.
   Topics include structure and function of the nucleus, DNA replication and cell cycle control, transcription and translation, gene regulation, signal transduction and basic aspects of immunology.
Exclusion: BGYB10Y, BIO250Y
Prerequisite: BGYB10H

BGYB12H3 Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory
A practical introduction to experimentation in cell and molecular biology. Six modules will introduce students to concepts and techniques in the general preparation of solutions and buffers, microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, microscopy and data manipulation and communication skills.
   This core laboratory course is the gateway for Cell & Molecular biology specialists to upper level laboratory offerings.
Limited enrolment: This course is restricted to students enrolled in the Specialist Programs in Cell and Molecular Biology (Co-op and non-Co-op), Specialist Program in Biological Chemistry or the Major Program in Biochemistry. Additional students will be admitted only if space permits.
Prerequisite: [CHMA10H & CHMA11H] or (CHMA01Y)
Corequisite: BGYB10H or BGYB10Y

BGYB30H3 Mammalian Physiology I
A core animal physiology course covering the regulatory mechanisms which control and co-ordinate the functioning of the body such as nerve action potentials, synaptic transmission, muscle contraction, neuromuscular systems, sensory receptors, and hormonal action.
Exclusion: (BGYB30Y), (NROB30H)
Prerequisite: [BGYA01H & BGYA02H] or (BGYA01Y)

BGYB31H3 Plant Physiology
An introduction to plant biology.
   Topics include plant and cell structure, water balance, nutrition, transport processes at the cell and whole plant level, physiological and biochemical aspects of photosynthesis, and growth and development in response to hormonal and environmental cues.
Exclusion: (BGYB30Y), BOT251Y
Prerequisite: [BGYA01H & BGYA02H] or (BGYA01Y)

BGYB32H3 Animal Physiology Laboratory
A laboratory course examining the mechanisms that control and co-ordinate functioning of the body.
   Laboratory exercises examine aspects of action potential, synaptic transmission, contraction of striated muscle, heart rhythmicity, mechano-reception, digestion, excretion, and the effect of exercise on metabolism. Abstracts, lab reports, tests and a formal examination are required.
Exclusion: ZOO252Y
Corequisite: BGYB30H or (BGYB30Y) or (NROB30H)

BGYB33H3 Human Development and Anatomy
A lecture and laboratory course which deals with the functional morphology of the human organism. The subject matter extends from early embryo-genesis through puberty to late adult life.
Priority will be given to students in the Human Biology and Paramedicine programs. Additional students will be admitted as space permits.
Exclusion: ANA300Y, ANA301H
Prerequisite: [BGYA01H & BGYA02H] or (BGYA01Y)

BGYB50H3 Ecology
An introduction to the main principles of ecology, the science of the interactions of organisms with each other and with their environment.
   The course covers community and population ecology, and provides an emphasis on how ecology relates to other areas of biology, and to contemporary human and environmental issues.
Exclusion: (BGYB50Y)
Prerequisite: [BGYA01H & BGYA02H] or (BGYA01Y)

BGYB51H3 Evolutionary Biology
Students learn about development of evolutionary theory, maintenance of genetic variation, origin of species, adaptation, and current research topics in evolution.
Exclusion: (BGYB50Y)
Prerequisite: [BGYA01H & BGYA02H] or (BGYA01Y)]

BGYB52H3 Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Laboratory
The emphasis will be on hands-on experimentation, interpretation, and statistical analysis.
   Laboratories will cover ecology (e.g., paleoecology, population analysis and dynamics, mimicry, acidification, simulation modelling, eutrophication) and evolution (e.g., genetic drift, phylogenetic analysis, plasticity). This course will utilize computer resources at UTSC. One Saturday field trip is mandatory.
Exclusion: BIO150Y
Corequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H] or (BGYB50Y)

BGYC12H3 Biochemistry I: Proteins & Enzymes
A lecture course describing factors involved in determining protein structure and the relationships between proteins structure and function.
   Topics will include: amino acids; the primary, secondary, tertiary and quaternary structures of proteins; protein motifs and protein domains, glycoproteins; classical enzyme kinetics and allosteric enzymes; mechanisms of enzyme action.
Exclusion: BCH210H, BCH242Y, BCH310H, (BCH321Y)
Prerequisite: [BGYB10H & BGYB11H] or BGYB10Y & [CHMB41H & CHMB42H] or (CHMB44Y)

BGYC13H3 Biochemistry II: Bioenergetics and Metabolism
A lecture course that introduces cellular metabolism, the process by which living organisms extract and utilize energy from their environment.
Topics include: bioenergetics; oxidative phosphorylation; aspects of carbohydrate, lipid and amino acid metabolism, regulation of metabolism, and the integration of metabolic pathways.
Exclusion: BCH210H, BCH242Y, BCH310H, (BCH321Y)
Prerequisite: [BGYB10H & BGYB11H] or BGYB10Y & [CHMB4lH & CHMB42H] or (CHMB44Y)

BGYC15H3 Genetics
Topics for this lecture and laboratory course include: a brief review of transcription, translation, and molecular techniques; inheritance and its chromosomal basis; gene interactions; quantitative genetics; sources and types of mutations and the relationship of mutation to genetic disease and evolution; and genomics.
Exclusion: BIO260H
Prerequisite: [BGYB10H & BGYB11H or BGYB10Y] & [MATA35H or MATA36H or MATA37H or STAB22H]

BGYC17H3 Microbiology: The Bacterial Cell
This course describes bacterial cells and viruses and their roles in infectious disease, in the environment and as paradigms for cell and molecular biology. The laboratories illustrate principles and provide training in basic microbiological techniques essential to microbiology and to any field where recombinant DNA technology is used.
Exclusion: MGY377H, (MBY377H)
Prerequisite: [[BGYB10H & BGYB11H] or BGYB10Y] or [[BGYB50H & BGYB51H] or (BGYB50Y)] plus one of the following: BGYB12H or BGYB32H or BGYB52H or BGYC33H.

BGYC19H3 Animal Developmental Biology
Following a discussion of cellular and molecular events in early embryonic life, the development of several model systems will be analyzed such as erythropoiesis, lens development in the eye, spermatogenesis and myogenesis. Particular reference will be given to the concept that regulation of gene expression is fundamental to development.
Prerequisite: [BGYB10H & BGYB11H] or BGYB10Y

BGYC21H3 Vertebrate Histology: Cells and Tissues
A study of the structure of cells and the various tissue types which make up the vertebrate body; epithelial, connective, muscle, nervous, blood, and lymphatic. Emphasis is placed on the development and function of the cells and tissues.
Exclusion: ANA300Y
Prerequisite: [BGYB10H & BGYB11H] or BGYB10Y or [BGYB30H & BGYB31H] or (BGYB30Y)

BGYC22H3 Vertebrate Histology: Organs
The histological structure of the major organ systems of the vertebrate body: sense, integument, digestive, respiratory, excretory, reproductive. Particular emphasis is placed on functional morphology, evolution, and development.
Exclusion: ANA300Y
Prerequisite: BGYC21H

BGYC23H3 Practical Approaches to Biochemistry
A lecture and laboratory course that introduces students to experimental approaches used in biochemical research.
   Topics include practical and theoretical aspects of: spectrophotometry; chromatography, electrophoresis; radioisotopes; enzyme assay and protein purification. Students will be expected to solve numerical problems involving these and related procedures.
Exclusion: BCH370H, BCH371H
Prerequisite: BGYB12H & BGYC12H
Corequisite: BGYC13H

BGYC31H3 Molecular Aspects of Plant Development
A lecture course focused on molecular mechanisms of plant development covering a range of subjects including but not limited to: Embryogenesis, seed development and germination. Plant hormones: hormone perception, signal transduction pathways and mutant analysis. Molecular control of vegetative development: meristem identity, function and regulation. Flowering time: the floral model and homeotic mutations.
Exclusion: BOT340H
Prerequisite: BGYB10H & BGYB11H & BGYB31H

BGYC33H3 Mammalian Physiology II: Lecture and Laboratory
A course dealing with the physiology of the human respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, and digestive systems.
Limited enrolment: Priority will be given to students enrolled in the Human Biology and Paramedicine Programs. Additional students will be admitted only if space permits.
Exclusion: BGYC34H, PSL201Y, PSL300H, PSL301H, PSL302Y
Prerequisite: [BGYB30H or (BGYB30Y)] & BGYB33H

BGYC34H3 Mammalian Physiology II: Lecture
The lecture component of BGYC34H is identical to that described above for BGYC33H. Students will complete a series of computer-simulated laboratory exercises (on their own time) instead of practical lab sessions.
Exclusion: BGYC33H, PSL201Y, PSL300H, PSL301H, PSL302Y
Prerequisite: [BGYB30H or (BGYB30Y)]

BGYC52H3 Ecology Field Course
Coverage of basic principles and selected techniques of animal and plant ecology. Students will study a variety of techniques related to population ecology, community ecology, behavioural ecology, and physiological ecology. Both aquatic and terrestrial environments will be the "field" laboratories. Occasional weekend field trips are mandatory (e.g., Jokers Hill). Offered in alternate years.
Limited enrolment: 15
Exclusion: BIO305H
Corequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H] or (BGYB50Y)

BGYC53H3 Marine Biology
A field course on selected topics of marine biology with particular emphasis on tropical waters.
This course will be held during mid-February at a field station in the Caribbean and will have a considerable practical component. Prior to fieldwork, there will be a series of lectures at UTSC. On site, students will study three main habitat types: rocky shore, open ocean, and coral reef. In addition, students will work on individual field projects.
Limited enrolment: 15
Exclusion: BIO301H
Prerequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H] or (BGYB50Y) or EESC04H & permission of instructor.
Note: As this course is ALWAYS oversubscribed, interested students must contact the instructor (Professor D.D. Williams) AT LEAST 9 MONTHS in advance of the start of the course for details and must, at that time, be prepared to place a deposit towards the cost of airfare and accommodation. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

BGYC54H3 Animal Behaviour
Survey of the study of animal behaviour, emphasis on understanding behavioural patterns in the context of evolutionary theory. Topics include sexual selection, parental care, social behaviour, conflict and hypothesis testing in behavioural research.
Exclusion: ZOO322H
Prerequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H] or (BGYB50Y)

BGYC57H3 Evolutionary and Applied Biology of Insects
An exploration of the origins of insects, their modern diversity, and their impact on mankind.
   Coverage will begin by examining the evolutionary history of the group, which extends back over 400 million years, together with its diversity and morphology. This will be followed by consideration of those species which are important to mankind in terms of commerce, medicine (e.g., allergens, disease, and forensic science), and as competitors. The course will conclude with discussion of the pivotal role played by insects in world ecosystems.
Prerequisite: EESC04H or permission of instructor

BGYC58H3 Consequences of Global Change
A lecture and tutorial course that addresses one of the most important events in the history of our planet - focusing on organismal, population, and ecosystem responses to predicted, rapid, global temperature increases. Ecological changes induced by human activities will be examined in the light of shifts in global and regional climates, and perturbations to the hydrological, carbon, and nitrogen cycles.
Exclusion: BIO428H, GGR314H
Prerequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H]

BGYC59H3 Advanced Population Ecology
The study of the interactions that determine the distribution and abundance of populations. Emphasis is placed on discussion of experimental studies from current literature.
   Topics include limitation of population growth; demography; reproduction; population regulation; coexistence and competition; and responses to disturbance and stress. Offered in alternate years.
Exclusion: BIO319H
Prerequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H] or (BGYB50Y) & BGYB52H

BGYC60H3 Restoration Ecology
A lecture and tutorial course that introduces students to the principles and practice of restoring disturbed or damaged ecosystems. Knowledge from stress physiology and community ecology, and reviews of case studies in restoration ecology are combined to examine how compromised ecosystems can be restored. Students will have the opportunity to work in teams to design and present projects on the restoration of a variety of terrestrial and aquatic systems.
Prerequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H]

BGYC61H3 Community Ecology and Environmental Biology
An examination of the theory and methodology of community analysis, with an emphasis on the factors regulating the development of ecosystems. The application of ecological theory to environmental problems is emphasized.
   Topics include: succession, primary productivity, nutrient supply, predation, competition, trophic dynamics, stability and disturbance, and effects of global change.
Exclusion: BIO321H
Prerequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H] or (BGYB50Y)

BGYC62H3 Role of Zoos in Conservation
A lecture course that examines the changing role of zoos through time, but emphasizing contemporary topics such as: captive breeding and re-introduction of species vs. new technologies to assist reproduction in wild populations; the importance of nutrition and behavioural enrichment in captive animals; zoos and public involvement/education; endangered species in Canada; and habitat restoration.
Priority will be given to students in the Specialist Program in Conservation Biology and Conservation Biology Co-op Programs.
Limited enrolment: 50
Prerequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H]

BGYC63H3 Conservation Biology
A lecture and tutorial course on the scientific principles of biological conservation.
Topics will include biodiversity, habitat loss and fragmentation, extinction rates, conservation planning, invasive species, and ecosystem services of diversity. Students will give one seminar.
Exclusion: BIO365H
Prerequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H] or (BGYB50Y)

BGYC65H3 Environmental Toxicology
An introduction to the scientific study of the effects of toxic chemicals on biological organisms. Standard methods of assessing toxicant effects on individuals, populations, and communities are discussed. Special emphasis is placed on the chemistry of major toxicant classes, and on how toxicants are processed by the human body.
Prerequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H] or (BGYB50Y) & [CHMA10H & CHMA11H] or (CHMA01Y)

BGYC67H3 Advanced Field Course in Ecology
Inter-university selections from a variety of field courses offered by the Ontario Universities Program in Field Biology, a co-operative arrangement among universities in Ontario. Courses, of one or two weeks' duration at a wide variety of field sites usually from late April through mid September. A fee for room and board is charged over and above tuition. Lists of courses available are posted early in January. Sign-up is on a first-come, first-served basis. Students register in the fall after the course has been completed. See the U of T Scarborough co-ordinator, Professor D.D. Williams for further details.
Prerequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H] or (BGYB50Y) & permission of the instructor.

BGYD01Y3 Directed Research in Biology
A course designed to permit laboratory or field research or intensive examination of a selected topic in biology. Supervision of the work is arranged by mutual agreement between student and instructor.
Students must obtain a permission form from the Life Sciences Office (S521B) that is to be completed and signed by the intended supervisor, and returned to the Life Sciences Office. At that time, the student will be provided with an outline of the schedule and general requirements for the course.
Exclusion: BOT460Y, ZOO498Y
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of 13.5 full-credit equivalents, of which at least four must be Biology B- or C-level courses and permission of the instructor.

BGYD02Y3 Directed Research in Biology
Identical to BGYD01Y but intended as a second research experience. In order to be eligible for BGYD02Y, with the same instructor, the student and the instructor will have to provide a plan of study that goes beyond the work of BGYD01Y.
Exclusion: BOT460Y, ZOO498Y
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of 13.5 full-credit equivalents, of which at least four must be Biology B- or C-level courses and permission of the instructor.

BGYD03H3 Supervised Study in Biology
This course is designed to permit intensive examination of the primary literature of a select topic. It is not intended as a substitute for required C /D level coursework. Frequent consultation with the supervisor is necessary and extensive library research is required. The project will culminate in a written report.
Students must obtain a permission form from the Life Sciences Office (S521B) that is to be completed and signed by the intended supervisor, and returned to the Life Sciences Office. At that time, the student will be provided with an outline of the schedule and general requirements for the course.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of 13.5 full credit equivalents, of which at least four must be Biology B- or C- level courses. Students must have permission of the instructor. In order to be eligible for BGYD03H, with the same instructor as for BGYD01Y or BGYD02Y, the student and instructor must provide a plan that goes beyond the work of those courses.

BGYD21H3 Molecular Biology Laboratory I: Host, Vectors and Cloning
Applications of molecular technology continue to revolutionize our understanding of all areas of life sciences from biotechnology to human disease. This intensive laboratory, lecture / tutorial course provides students with essential information and practical experience in recombinant DNA technology, molecular biology and bio-informatics.
Limited enrolment: 24
*Priority will be given to students enrolled in the Specialist Programs in Cell and Molecular Biology (Co-op and non-Co-op). Additional students will be admitted only if space permits.
Prerequisite: BGYB12H & BGYC15H & [BGYC17H or [IMCB01H & IMCB02H (for Industrial Microbiology students only)]]
Corequisite: BGYC12H (Note: Although listed as a corequisite, it is recommended that BGYC12H be taken in advance of BGYD21H.)

BGYD22H3 Molecular Biology Laboratory II: Nucleic Acids & Proteins
A laboratory course offering 'hands on' experience in a range of molecular techniques.
The course will be organized around a central theme, namely the expression of heat shock (stress) genes that encode proteins important in cellular repair and protective mechanisms.
Limited enrolment: 24
*Priority will be given to students enrolled in the Specialist Programs in Cell and Molecular Biology (Co-op and non-Co-op). Additional students will be admitted only if space permits.
Corequisite: BGYD21H

BGYD23H3 Special Topics in Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics
A lecture/seminar/discussion class on contemporary topics in Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics.
Students will explore the primary literature becoming familiar with experimental design and methodologies used to decipher cellular biological phenomena. Student seminars will follow a series of lectures and guest speakers.
Limited enrolment: 24
Priority will be given to students enrolled in the Specialist Programs in Cell and Molecular Biology (Co-op and non-Co-op). Additional students will be admitted as space permits.
Prerequisite: BGYC15H & [BGYC12H or IMCB08H plus IMCC03H (for Industrial Microbiology students only)]

BGYD25H3 Genomics
A course considering the principles of genome organization and the utilization of genomic approaches to studying a wide range of problems in biology. Topics to be presented will include innovations in instrumentation and automation, functional genomics, transcription profiling (microarrays), database mining and extensions to human and animal health and biotechnology.
Limited enrolment: 60
Prerequisite: BGYC15H
Corequisite: BGYC13H. Note: Although listed as a corequisite, it is recommended that BGYC13H be taken in advance of BGYD25H.

BGYD27H3 Molecular Endocrinology
A lecture/seminar/discussion class on contemporary topics in Endocrinology. The course provides a basic knowledge of endocrine systems encompassing hormone biosynthesis, metabolism, and physiologic actions. Signal transduction from growth factors and their receptors will be emphasized. Specific topics and advances in hormone and growth factor research will be examined.
Limited enrolment: 30
Prerequisite: BGYC12H & [BGYC33H or BGYC34H]

BGYD33H3 Comparative Environmental Physiology
This course will focus on the comparative aspects of animal physiology and address how various physiological systems are specialised to meet many of the environmental challenges encountered by terrestrial and aquatic environments.
Prerequisite: BGYC33H or BGYC34H

BGYD37H3 Biology of Plant Stress
This course examines resistance mechanisms (anatomical, cellular, biochemical, molecular) allowing plants to avoid or tolerate diverse abiotic and biotic stresses. Topics include: pathogen defence; responses to temperature, light, water and nutrient availability, salinity, and oxygen deficit; stress perception and signal transduction; methods to study stress responses; and strategies to improve stress resistance.
Limited enrolment: 35
Prerequisite: [[BGYB10H & BGYB11H] or BGYB10Y] & [BGYB31H or (BGYB30Y)]

BGYD45H3 Animal Communication
Behavioural ecology of signal evolution; decision-making and signal design; the physics and physiology of transmitting signals.
Prerequisite: [BGYB30H or (BGYB30Y) or (NROB30H)] & [BGYB50H & BGYB51H] or (BGYB50Y) & BGYC54H
Corequisite: MATA35H or MATA36H or MATA37H

BGYD51H3 River Ecology
The course will begin with an introduction to stream hydrology and sediments, and the adaptations of plants and animals to life in a dynamic habitat. Later topics will cover micro- and macro-distribution of stream faunas and the problems of quantitatively sampling them; biotic interactions; community structure and stability; colonization patterns following disturbance; energy transformations; estimates of production; and man's effects on rivers. There is a considerable field and laboratory component which assesses the impact of human activity on three local rivers.
Limited enrolment: 20
Exclusion: (BIO469Y)
Prerequisite: [BGYB50H & BGYB51H] or (BGYB50Y)

BGYD52H3 Senior Seminar in Conservation Biology
A senior-level seminar course to further students' exposure to conservation biology in scientific literature. Students will read assigned papers from the conservation literature, then present them to the class and participate in discussions.
Limited enrolment: 40
Prerequisite: BGYC63H & GGRA02H

BGYD60H3 Landscape Ecology
The study of large-scale ecological patterns and processes, emphasis on when and how to integrate large-scale perspective into ecological questions. Topics include: species-area relationships, island biogeography, metapopulation theory, individual-based models, cellular automata, models of biodiversity with applications to species viability, ecosystem management, design of nature reserves. Project and paper required.
Priority will be given to students enrolled in the Specialist Program in Conservation Biology.
Prerequisite: BGYB50H & BGYB51H & STAB22H & STAB27H

SCIB01H3 Science Engagement Outreach

SCIB02H3 Science Engagement In-Reach
(See the Science Engagement section of this Calendar for full course descriptions.)

Published Friday January 18th, 2008   Section last updated Wed Aug 15, 2007

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