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Biological Sciences Major

Bachelor of Science

The Biological Sciences Major combines a broad foundation in the lower division with specialization in upper division. After completing their lower division courses, students select one of 3 concentrations: Cells, Molecules, Physiology (CMP); Ecology, Evolution, Conservation (EEC); or Open concentration.

Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV Requirements

Students meeting the admission requirements to the Faculty of Science may receive direct entry to the BISC Major upon acceptance to Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV either from high school or as a transfer student. Students already at Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV may apply to the BISC Major once they have completed all Lower Division Requirements (details below). Students must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher on the Lower Division Requirements to be accepted into the program.

Grade Requirements

Prerequisites. Students are normally required to obtain at least a C- on all course prerequisites, but in some cases the minimum grade requirements may be higher. Students are encouraged to plan ahead and consult the course calendar. In some cases, prerequisites may be waived for BISC courses with the approval of the Department.

Continuation. To remain in the program, students must be in good academic standing, must maintain a CGPA of 2.0 in the Major Program Requirements (i.e., excluding electives), and must not exceed Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV’s limits on course repeats. Students who do not meet these requirements will be dropped from the Major Program. Students may apply for readmission to the Major Program if they complete all Lower Division Requirements (details below) with a GPA of 2.0 or higher, without exceeding the course repeat limit. Students may also apply for admission to the General Science Double Minor Program within the Faculty of Science or other programs across the university.

Program Requirements

Students must complete a minimum of 120 units, including 44 units at the upper division level.

Lower Division Requirements

Students complete all of

BISC 101 - General Biology (4)

An introduction to the biochemical and physiological mechanisms of living organisms. Topics covered include cell structure and function, DNA replication and the flow of genetic information, enzyme function, metabolism and physiology of microorganisms, plants, and animals. Prerequisite: High school Biology 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or BISC 100 with C- or better, or BISC 113 with C+ or better, or HSCI 100 with C+ or better; and High school Chemistry 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or CHEM 111 with a C- or better. Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Tony Williams
Megan Barker
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D109 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D110 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D111 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D112 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D113 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D114 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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D115 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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D116 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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D117 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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D118 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D119 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
Tony Williams
Megan Barker
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D201 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
Burnaby
D202 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
Burnaby
D203 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
Burnaby
D204 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
Burnaby
D205 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
Burnaby
D206 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
Burnaby
Tony Williams
Megan Barker
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D901 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D902 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D903 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
BISC 102 - General Biology (4)

Survey of the diversity of life, and its evolutionary history on earth. The student is introduced to the study of genetics, development, and evolution, giving an overview of how these processes interact to produce form and function. Also included are principles of behavior and ecological relationships of organisms to each other and their environment. Prerequisite: High school biology 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or BISC 100 with C- or better, or BISC 113 with C+ or better, or HSCI 100 with C+ or better. Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
John Reynolds
Kevin Lam
Kathleen Fitzpatrick
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
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D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
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D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
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D109 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
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D110 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
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D111 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
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D112 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
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D113 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D114 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
John Reynolds
Kevin Lam
Kathleen Fitzpatrick
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D901 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D902 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
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D903 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 5:30–6:20 p.m.
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D904 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 5:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 202 - Genetics (3)

Principles and concepts of the transmission of genetic information treated comparatively in man, animal, plant and microbe. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Onkar Bains
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
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D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
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D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
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D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
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D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
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D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
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D109 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D114 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Onkar Bains
Onkar Bains
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D901 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D902 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 204 - Introduction to Ecology (3)

An introduction to biotic-environmental relationships and dynamics; ecological concepts; population dynamics, variation, adaptation and evolution. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Leah Bendell
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Burnaby
Leah Bendell
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D901 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 205 - Principles of Physiology (3)

An integrated exploration of animal and plant physiology, using principles from biology, physics, and chemistry to describe the underlying mechanisms and adaptations that support life. Systems include transport, metabolism, electrical & chemical signalling, sensing and responding. Students will build independent and collaborative skills in data analysis, scientific reasoning, and communication. Prerequisite: BISC 101, BISC 102 and PHYS 102 all with a grade of C- or better. Students who have taken BISC 305 or BISC 366 first may not then take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Gordon Rintoul
Jim Mattsson
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 121 - General Chemistry and Laboratory I (4)

Atomic and molecular structure; chemical bonding; thermochemistry; elements; periodic table; gases liquids, solids, and solutions. This course includes a laboratory component. Prerequisite: Chemistry 12 with a minimum grade of C, or CHEM 109 or 111 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 120 or 125 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

CHEM 122 - General Chemistry II (2)

Chemical equilibria; electrochemistry; chemical thermodynamics; kinetics. Students who intend to take further laboratory courses in chemistry should take CHEM 122 concurrently with CHEM 126. Prerequisite: CHEM 120 or 121 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 124 or CHEM 180 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
John Canal
TBD
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
John Canal
TBD
D702 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 281 - Organic Chemistry and Laboratory I (4)

Structure, bonding, physical and chemical properties of simple organic compounds. Introduction to spectroscopy. Kinetics and mechanisms of organic reactions. This course includes a laboratory component. Prerequisite: CHEM 121 with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: CHEM 122. Students with credit for CHEM 280 or CHEM 285 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

MBB 222 - Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (3)

The structure, function and synthesis of proteins, RNA and DNA and their interrelated biological functions within the cell. An introduction to molecular biology techniques and methods of protein purification and analysis. Prerequisite: or Corequisite CHEM 281.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Mark Paetzel
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
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D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
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D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
MBB 231 - Cellular Biology and Biochemistry (3)

A study of the molecular processes which underlie cell structure and function, integrating ultrastructural, physiological and biochemical approaches. Modern techniques used in the analysis of organelle and cell function are integral parts of the course. Prerequisite: MBB 222, BISC 101, CHEM 281 with grades of C- or better. Corequisite or Prerequisite: CHEM 282 or CHEM 283.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Jonathan Choy
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
STAT 201 - Statistics for the Life Sciences (3)

Research methodology and associated statistical analysis techniques for students with training in the life sciences. Intended to be particularly accessible to students who are not specializing in Statistics. Prerequisite: Recommended: 30 units. Students cannot obtain credit for STAT 201 if they already have credit for - or are taking concurrently - STAT 101, 203, 205, 285, or any upper division STAT course. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Tim Swartz
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
OP01 TBD

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CHEM 282 - Organic Chemistry II (2)

Polyfunctional organic compounds and complex organic reactions. Introduction to natural products. Prerequisite: CHEM 281 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 283 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Pete Wilson
TBD
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Pete Wilson
TBD
D701 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 283 - Organic Chemistry IIb (3)

An advanced treatment of Organic Chemistry II. Topics include dienes and their reactivity, conjugation and aromaticity, aromatic substitution reactions, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, ketones and aldehydes, biological molecules, radical reactions, organometallic reagents, pericyclic reactions and planning multi-step synthesis. Prerequisite: CHEM 281 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 282 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Pete Wilson
TBD
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Burnaby
Pete Wilson
TBD
D701 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby

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MATH 150 - Calculus I with Review (4)

Designed for students specializing in mathematics, physics, chemistry, computing science and engineering. Topics as for Math 151 with a more extensive review of functions, their properties and their graphs. Recommended for students with no previous knowledge of Calculus. In addition to regularly scheduled lectures, students enrolled in this course are encouraged to come for assistance to the Calculus Workshop (Burnaby), or Math Open Lab (Surrey). Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least B+, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least B-, or achieving a satisfactory grade on the Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV Calculus Readiness Test. Students with credit for either MATH 151, 154 or 157 may not take MATH 150 for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Natalia Kouzniak
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
Sophie Burrill
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
OP01 TBD
OP02 TBD
MATH 151 - Calculus I (3)

Designed for students specializing in mathematics, physics, chemistry, computing science and engineering. Logarithmic and exponential functions, trigonometric functions, inverse functions. Limits, continuity, and derivatives. Techniques of differentiation, including logarithmic and implicit differentiation. The Mean Value Theorem. Applications of differentiation including extrema, curve sketching, Newton's method. Introduction to modeling with differential equations. Polar coordinates, parametric curves. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least A, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least B, or achieving a satisfactory grade on the Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV Calculus Readiness Test. Students with credit for either MATH 150, 154 or 157 may not take MATH 151 for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Nils Bruin
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
OP01 TBD
OP02 TBD
MATH 154 - Calculus I for the Biological Sciences (3)

Designed for students specializing in the biological and medical sciences. Topics include: limits, growth rate and the derivative; elementary functions, optimization and approximation methods, and their applications; mathematical models of biological processes. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least B, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least C, or achieving a satisfactory grade on the Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV Calculus Readiness Test. Students with credit for either MATH 150, 151 or 157 may not take MATH 154 for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Tom Archibald
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
OP01 TBD
OP02 TBD

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MATH 152 - Calculus II (3)

Riemann sum, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, definite, indefinite and improper integrals, approximate integration, integration techniques, applications of integration. First-order separable differential equations and growth models. Sequences and series, series tests, power series, convergence and applications of power series. Prerequisite: MATH 150 or 151, with a minimum grade of C-; or MATH 154 or 157 with a grade of at least B. Students with credit for MATH 155 or 158 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Nathan Ilten
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
OP01 TBD
MATH 155 - Calculus II for the Biological Sciences (3)

Designed for students specializing in the biological and medical sciences. Topics include: the integral, partial derivatives, differential equations, linear systems, and their applications; mathematical models of biological processes. Prerequisite: MATH 150, 151 or 154, with a minimum grade of C-; or MATH 157 with a grade of at least B. Students with credit for MATH 152 or 158 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

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PHYS 101 - Physics for the Life Sciences I (3)

Force and motion, conservation of energy and momentum, fluids, properties of soft matter and thermal physics with applications taken from the life sciences. Prerequisite: BC Principles of Physics 12 or PHYS 100 or equivalent, with a minimum grade of C-. This prerequisite may be waived, at the discretion of the department, as determined by the student's performance on a regularly scheduled PHYS 100 final exam. Please consult the physics advisor for further details. Corequisite: MATH 150 or 151 or 154 or 157; BISC 100 or 101 or 102. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 132. Students with credit for PHYS 120, 125 or 140 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Joanna Woo
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
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D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
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D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
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D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
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D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
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D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
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D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
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D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
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D110 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D114 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D115 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D116 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D117 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.

PHYS 120 - Mechanics and Modern Physics (3)

A general calculus-based introduction to mechanics. Topics include translational and rotational motion, momentum, energy, gravitation, and selected topics in modern physics. Prerequisite: BC Principles of Physics 12 or PHYS 100 or equivalent, with a minimum grade of C-. This prerequisite may be waived, at the discretion of the department, as determined by the student's performance on a regularly scheduled PHYS 100 final exam. Please consult the physics advisor for further details. Corequisite: MATH 150 or 151 or 154. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 132. Students with credit for PHYS 101, 125 or 140 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Matthias Danninger
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 5:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D112 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D114 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D115 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.

D116 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.

D117 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D118 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D119 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
PHYS 125 - Mechanics and Special Relativity (3)

An enriched course in mechanics for students with good preparation in physics and mathematics. Special relativity and classical topics such as translational and rotational dynamics and conservation laws will be given a much more sophisticated treatment than in our other first-year courses. Prerequisite: Permission of the department. Corequisite: MATH 151. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 132. Students with credit for PHYS 101, 120 or PHYS 140 may not take PHYS 125 for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Levon Pogosian
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
PHYS 140 - Studio Physics - Mechanics and Modern Physics (4)

A general calculus-based introduction to mechanics taught in an integrated lecture-laboratory environment. Topics include translational and rotational motion, momentum, energy, gravitation, and selected topics in modern physics. Prerequisite: BC Principles of Physics 12, or PHYS 100 or equivalent, with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: MATH 150 or 151 or 154. Students with credit for PHYS 125 or 120 or 101 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Sarah Johnson
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
Daria Ahrensmeier
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
D201 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
LA01 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
LA02 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, Fri, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey

and one of

PHYS 102 - Physics for the Life Sciences II (3)

Waves and optics; electricity and magnetism; modern physics emphasizing radioactivity, with applications taken from the life sciences. Prerequisite: PHYS 101 or 120 or 125 or 140; MATH 150 or 151 or 154 or 157; both with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: BISC 100 or 101 or 102. Recommended Corequisites: MATH 152, 155 or 158; PHYS 133. Students with credit for PHYS 121, 126, or 141 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Nancy Forde
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.

D109 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D114 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.

Daria Ahrensmeier
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
PHYS 121 - Optics, Electricity and Magnetism (3)

A general calculus-based introduction to electricity, magnetism and optics. Topics include electricity, magnetism, simple circuits, optics and topics from applied physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 120 or 125 or 140, with a minimum grade of C-, or PHYS 101 with a minimum grade of B. Corequisite: MATH 152 or 155. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 133. Students with credit for PHYS 102, 126 or 141 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

PHYS 126 - Electricity, Magnetism and Light (3)

An enriched course in electromagnetism for students with good preparation in physics and mathematics. Classical topics such as waves, electricity and magnetism, as well as wave particle duality and the birth of Quantum Mechanics, will be given a much more sophisticated treatment than in our other first year courses. Prerequisite: PHYS 125 or permission of the department. Corequisite: MATH 152. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 133. Students with credit in PHYS 102, 121 or 141 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

PHYS 141 - Studio Physics - Optics, Electricity and Magnetism (4)

A general calculus-based introduction to electricity, magnetism and optics taught in an integrated lecture-laboratory environment. Topics include electricity, magnetism, simple circuits, optics and topics from applied physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 120 or PHYS 125 or PHYS 140, with a minimum grade of C-, or PHYS 101 with a minimum grade of B. Corequisite: MATH 152 or MATH 155. Students with credit for PHYS 126 or 121 or 102 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Students are encouraged to complete all lower division requirements before registering for upper division courses. Students who intend to apply for medical, dental, veterinary, or other professional program may need additional courses and are encouraged to consult with the Biological Sciences Undergraduate Advisor.

Upper Division Requirements

Students complete a minimum of 12 upper division courses (a minimum of 36 units), consisting of three core courses plus nine concentration specific courses, as specified below. Once students have completed their lower division requirements, they should meet with the Undergraduate Advisor to declare their concentration. Students must obtain a C- or better on all Upper Division Requirements.

All students complete three core courses, as follows.

BISC 300 - Evolution (3)

The phenomenon of organic evolution, and the major forces leading to changes in allele frequencies over time, i.e. natural selection and genetic drift. Topics include adaptation, speciation, the origin of life, and the major evolutionary trends over geological time. Prerequisite: BISC 202 with a grade of C- or better. Recommended: BISC 204. Students with credit for BISC 400 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Arne Mooers
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 2:20–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 333 - Developmental Biology (3)

Classical and modern experimental approaches will be described for understanding development of embryos of several species having common and distinctive features. These approaches are at the organismal, cellular, molecular and genetic levels. Prerequisite: BISC 202, MBB 222, MBB 231 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Harald Hutter
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and at least one of

BISC 303 - Microbiology (4)

The biology of micro-organisms and their significance in the understanding of cellular processes. Students are required to come into the lab on average of two hours per week in addition to the four hour scheduled lab each week for project work. Prerequisite: BISC 102 and MBB 231 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Julian Guttman
Agata Becalska
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB3 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 306 - Invertebrate Biology (4)

An introduction to selected invertebrate phyla with an emphasis on functional morphology, diversity and ecology. Prerequisite: BISC 101, 102 and 204 with a grade of C- or better.

BISC 316 - Vertebrate Biology (4)

A review of the evolution and the taxonomy of the vertebrate classes. A comparative study of their organ systems and functions with particular reference to reproduction. A comparison of the functional morphology of some species by laboratory dissections. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Erin Barley
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB3 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 317 - Insect Biology (3)

Life histories, bionomics, comparative morphology, and classification of insects and related organisms. A collection may be required, depending on instructor. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Gerhard Gries
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 318 - Parasitology (3)

Ecology and phylogeny of animal parasites (from protozoa to helminthes), including those of humans, domestic animals and wildlife. Parasite success, host-parasite interactions, general epidemiological principles of parasitic infections, and reproductive strategies used by parasites to increase the likelihood of transmission as well as host responses and medical options for past and current parasite problems. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102, and 204 or HSCI 212 with a grade of C- or better and completion of 60 units. Recommended: BISC 300 and 306. Students who have taken BISC 418 Parasitology may not take this course for further credit.

BISC 326 - Biology of Algae and Fungi (3)

A survey of form, function and phenetics. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Zamir Punja
Sherryl Bisgrove
Miranda Meents
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 337 - Plant Biology (4)

An introductory course covering many aspects of plant biology including the origin and evolution of plants, basic anatomy, plant growth and development and the utilization and impact of plants in human society. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

Cells, Molecules, and Physiology (CMP) Concentration

This concentration is for students who wish to specialize in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, and Physiology. The program provides flexibility for students to pursue their interests across these disciplines.

Students who choose this concentration will complete two of the following techniques courses

BISC 302W - Genetic Analysis (3)

Discussion and manipulations of some of the organisms and techniques applicable to genetic analysis. Students are required to come into the lab on average of two hours per week in addition to the four hour scheduled lab each week for project work. Prerequisite: BISC 202 with a grade of C- or better. Students with credit for BISC 302 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.

BISC 303 - Microbiology (4)

The biology of micro-organisms and their significance in the understanding of cellular processes. Students are required to come into the lab on average of two hours per week in addition to the four hour scheduled lab each week for project work. Prerequisite: BISC 102 and MBB 231 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Julian Guttman
Agata Becalska
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB3 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 357 - Genetic Engineering (4)

Techniques in gene cloning and the evaluation of gene function are introduced in lectures and practiced in labs. Lab exercises include genomic DNA, RNA, and plasmid purification; PCR; various cloning techniques; and construction of novel genes. Students are introduced to additional techniques in lectures including gene editing, and genome sequencing. Prerequisite: BISC 202, MBB 222, and MBB 231, all with a grade of C- or better. Recommended: MBB 331. Students with credit for MBB 308 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Peter Hollmann
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB3 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB4 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BPK 408W - Cellular Physiology Laboratory (3)

An advanced laboratory course in cellular physiological techniques providing students with theoretical and practical training in cellular physiology laboratory techniques such as DNA and RNA manipulation and quantification, immunofluorescence imaging of protein expression, tissue contraction studies and recording of nerve action potentials and modulation. Prerequisite: STAT 201 and BPK 305 for BPK Majors or STAT 201 and one of BISC 305, 405, or 455 with a C- or better for BISC Majors. Enrollment of non-BPK and non-BISC majors require permission of the instructor. Writing.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Nadine Wicks
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 9:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 9:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and at least five additional stream electives from

BISC 302W - Genetic Analysis (3)

Discussion and manipulations of some of the organisms and techniques applicable to genetic analysis. Students are required to come into the lab on average of two hours per week in addition to the four hour scheduled lab each week for project work. Prerequisite: BISC 202 with a grade of C- or better. Students with credit for BISC 302 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.

BISC 303 - Microbiology (4)

The biology of micro-organisms and their significance in the understanding of cellular processes. Students are required to come into the lab on average of two hours per week in addition to the four hour scheduled lab each week for project work. Prerequisite: BISC 102 and MBB 231 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Julian Guttman
Agata Becalska
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB3 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 305 - Animal Physiology (3)

A comparative study of basic physiological mechanisms in invertebrates and vertebrates. Prerequisite: BISC 205 and MBB 231 and PHYS 102 (or PHYS 121 or 126 or 141) with a grade of C- or better.

BISC 313 - Environmental Toxicology: A Mechanistic Perspective (3)

Students are introduced to general principles of toxicological action, testing, evaluation and assessment. The environmental fate and toxic mechanisms of action of several important classes of environmental pollutants in several organisms (including humans) will be examined at different levels of organization, from the molecular and biochemical to the function of organ systems and behavior. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and one of BISC 204, GEOG 215, or MBB 231; all with a grade of C- or better.

BISC 357 - Genetic Engineering (4)

Techniques in gene cloning and the evaluation of gene function are introduced in lectures and practiced in labs. Lab exercises include genomic DNA, RNA, and plasmid purification; PCR; various cloning techniques; and construction of novel genes. Students are introduced to additional techniques in lectures including gene editing, and genome sequencing. Prerequisite: BISC 202, MBB 222, and MBB 231, all with a grade of C- or better. Recommended: MBB 331. Students with credit for MBB 308 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Peter Hollmann
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB3 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB4 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 366 - Plant Physiology (3)

The plant's physical environment and the physiological basis (mechanisms and principles) of the interaction between plants and their environment in relation to their survival and ecological distribution. Prerequisite: BISC 205 and MBB 231 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Miranda Meents
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 403 - Current Topics in Cell Biology (3)

The lectures will explore two or three major themes in current cell biology, such as cell motility, the cell cycle, and cellular signalling. A critical component of the course is to develop an understanding of the experimental basis of our knowledge about cells. Prerequisite: MBB 222, 231 with C- or better, and completion of 75 units, or completion of BISC 305 or 366 with a C- or better. Students with credit for BISC 372 under this topic may not take this course for further credit.

BISC 405 - Neurobiology (3)

Neuroscience, focusing on physiological, cellular and molecular mechanisms. Topics include: cellular and subcellular organization of the nervous system, electrical properties of neurons, ion channels, synaptic transmission, sensory systems, learning and memory, neurodegenerative diseases. Prerequisite: BISC 205 or BPK 205 and MBB 231 with a grade of C- or better. Students who have completed BISC 472 under the title 'Neurobiology' may not complete BISC 405 for further credit.

BISC 421 - Models in Biology: From Molecules to Migration (3)

Students are introduced to models and simulations for biological systems at the ecosystem, organismal, cellular, and molecular levels. They will discover how to design and use models, and will then apply these skills to build their own model using basic mathematical tools, Excel, and Matlab. Prerequisite: MATH 150 or 151, and 152 both with a grade of C+ or better, or MATH 154 and 155 both with a grade of B or better; and at least 60 units; or permission of the instructor. Recommended: A 100 level Biology course. Students who have taken Special Topics course BISC 475 "Movement, Molecules, and Models" may not take BISC 421 for further credit. Quantitative.

BISC 423 - Developmental Neurobiology (3)

All aspects of neuronal development from the specification of neurons in the early embryo to the formation and maturation of neuronal circuits. Both invertebrate and vertebrate model organisms will be studied with emphasis on the molecular basis of nervous system development. Prerequisite: BISC 101, BISC 102, BISC 202, MBB 222, MBB 231; all with a grade of C- or better. Recommended: BISC 333 or MBB 331. Students with credit for MBB 444 may not take this course for further credit. Students who have taken Special Topics BISC 472 or BISC 474 Nervous System Development may not take this course for further credit.

BISC 424 - Applied Genomics (3)

The course provides an overview of "omics" methods in large-scale identification of gene functions in various organisms, and demonstrates how this knowledge can be applied in genomics fields, including plant and animal breeding. Prerequisite: BISC 101, BISC 102, BISC 202, MBB 222, MBB 231, and either BISC 357 or MBB 331; all with a grade of C- or better. Students who have taken Special Topics BISC 471 Applied Genomics may not take this course for further credit.

BISC 425 - Sensory Biology (3)

This course will examine the basic physiological mechanisms underlying various senses including vision, audition, olfaction, gustation, and touch. Non-mamalian senses like polarization sensitivity and mechanoreception will also be explored. Lectures will combine concepts from physics, systems neuroscience, cell and molecular biology, and behaviour. The aim is to present an overview of the major sensory mechanisms underlying animal behaviour. Prerequisite: BISC 305, or BPK 305, or BPK 306 with a grade of C- or better. Students who have taken special topics courses BISC 471 or 473 with the title "Sensory Biology" may not take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Inigo Novales Flamarique
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 428 - Cell Anatomy (3)

This course provides students with an advanced, detailed understanding of a variety of cell biological topics with particular attention given to the cytoskeleton, intercellular junctions, vesicle trafficking and post-translational modifications of proteins associated with those topics. Students will also be exposed to the history of cell biology throughout the course. Prerequisite: BISC 101, BISC 102, MBB 222 and MBB 231, all with a minimum grade of C-. Students who have completed BISC 472 under the title "Advanced Cell Biology" may not take this course for further credit.

BISC 439 - Industrial Microbiology (4)

This course introduces students to the use of microorganisms in biotechnology, e.g. in the environmental, pharmaceutical and chemical industries. The lectures will cover the unique physiology/biochemistry of industrial microorganisms and their use in processes such as fermentation, bioremediation, chemical synthesis and protein production. The laboratory component is designed as a series of exercises that form a complete research project. Prerequisite: BISC 303 with a grade of C- or better, or equivalent.

BISC 445 - Environmental Physiology of Animals (3)

A discussion of the physiological mechanisms and adaptations which permit animals to live in diverse environments. The course will adopt a comparative approach to physiology. Prerequisite: BISC 205 and MBB 231 with a grade of C- or better.

BISC 455 - Endocrinology (3)

A study of endocrine organs and their role in integrating physiological functions in animals. Prerequisite: BISC 205, MBB 231 and one of BISC 306 or BISC 316 with a grade of C- or better.

BISC 457 - Plant Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (3)

An introduction to plant molecular biology and the techniques, applications and issues of plant genetic engineering. Prerequisite: MBB 222, MBB 231 with a grade of C- or better.

BISC 471 - Special Topics in Cells, Molecules and Physiology (3)

Special Topics in Cells, Molecules and Physiology not currently offered in the Department of Biological Science. Prerequisite: To be announced.

BISC 472 - Special Topics in Cells, Molecules and Physiology (3)

Selected topics in areas not currently offered within the undergraduate course offerings in the Department of Biological Sciences. Prerequisite: To be announced.

BISC 475 - Special Topics in Biology (3)

Selected topics not currently offered in the Department of Biological Sciences. Prerequisite: To be announced.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Jane Fowler
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 497W - Undergraduate Research: Writing Intensive (3)

Directed study, and research or scientific communication, in an area of biology or biological pedagogy. A student may enroll in this course only with prior written agreement of a faculty member to act as a research supervisor, who will also provide instruction and feedback on the writing and presentation of results from the research. Prerequisite: Completion of lower division course requirements. Writing.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
TBD
BISC 498 - Undergraduate Research I (3)

Directed study, and research or scientific communication, in an area of biology or biological pedagogy. A student may enroll in this course only with prior written agreement of a faculty member to act as a research supervisor. Prerequisite: Completion of lower division course requirements.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
TBD
BISC 499 - Undergraduate Research II (3)

Directed study, and research or scientific communication, in an area of biology or biological pedagogy. A student may enroll in this course only with prior written agreement of a faculty member to act as a research supervisor. Prerequisite: Completion of lower division course requirements.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
TBD
BPK 408W - Cellular Physiology Laboratory (3)

An advanced laboratory course in cellular physiological techniques providing students with theoretical and practical training in cellular physiology laboratory techniques such as DNA and RNA manipulation and quantification, immunofluorescence imaging of protein expression, tissue contraction studies and recording of nerve action potentials and modulation. Prerequisite: STAT 201 and BPK 305 for BPK Majors or STAT 201 and one of BISC 305, 405, or 455 with a C- or better for BISC Majors. Enrollment of non-BPK and non-BISC majors require permission of the instructor. Writing.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Nadine Wicks
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 9:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 9:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and two upper division elective courses (minimum of six units) from BISC, BPK, HSCI, MBB, PHYS, or STAT, subject to approval by the department. Normally no more than two research intensive courses (such as BISC 497W, 498, or 499) may be used to satisfy stream requirements. Students complete a total of five lab courses (which may include one of BISC 497W, 498, 499) among their upper division courses. A minimum of 3 CMP stream courses must be at the 400 level.

Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation (EEC) Concentration

This concentration integrates theoretical and applied approaches to Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation. Students interested in obtaining additional field biology experience may also take courses at Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre, listed under Marine Sciences (MASC) in the course calendar. The EEC concentration is accredited by the College of Applied Biology (see the Biological Sciences website for details).

Students who choose this concentration will complete both

STAT 302 - Analysis of Experimental and Observational Data (3)

The standard techniques of multiple regression analysis, analysis of variance, and analysis of covariance, and their role in observational and experimental studies. This course may not be used to satisfy the upper division requirements of the Statistics major or honours program. Prerequisite: One of STAT 201, STAT 203, STAT 205, STAT 270, or BUS 232, with a minimum grade of C-. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Tim Swartz
Online
BISC 360W - Techniques in Ecology and Evolution (3)

A practical lab- and field-based introduction to techniques in ecology and evolution. Students will collect, analyze, and interpret data, using appropriate experimental design and statistical methods. Specific topics include: sampling and describing communities, evaluating spatial patterns, investigating animal behaviour, population estimation, estimating competition, and phylogenetic inference. Prerequisite: BISC 202, BISC 204 (or GEOG 215), and STAT 201, all with C- or better. Students who have taken BISC 404 Plant Ecology may not take BISC 360 for further credit. Writing.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Wendy Palen
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and at least one additional organismal course from

BISC 306 - Invertebrate Biology (4)

An introduction to selected invertebrate phyla with an emphasis on functional morphology, diversity and ecology. Prerequisite: BISC 101, 102 and 204 with a grade of C- or better.

BISC 316 - Vertebrate Biology (4)

A review of the evolution and the taxonomy of the vertebrate classes. A comparative study of their organ systems and functions with particular reference to reproduction. A comparison of the functional morphology of some species by laboratory dissections. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Erin Barley
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB3 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 317 - Insect Biology (3)

Life histories, bionomics, comparative morphology, and classification of insects and related organisms. A collection may be required, depending on instructor. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Gerhard Gries
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 326 - Biology of Algae and Fungi (3)

A survey of form, function and phenetics. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Zamir Punja
Sherryl Bisgrove
Miranda Meents
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 337 - Plant Biology (4)

An introductory course covering many aspects of plant biology including the origin and evolution of plants, basic anatomy, plant growth and development and the utilization and impact of plants in human society. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

and at least one applied course from

BISC 308 - Environmental Toxicology: An Ecological Perspective (3)

Students are introduced to the major environmental toxicants, their sources, and interactions with terrestrial and aquatic environments. Through historical and current case studies of environmental toxicants, this course will provide an understanding of the basic principles of environmental toxicology particularly as they apply to populations, communities and ecosystems. Prerequisite: BISC 101, BISC 102, and either BISC 204 or GEOG 215, all with C- or better. Students who have taken BISC 312, or special topics course BISC 473 with the title "Introduction to Environmental Toxicology", may not take this course for further credit.

BISC 309 - Conservation Biology (3)

An examination of the primary threats to biodiversity, how biological processes contribute to the persistence of populations and structure of communities, and species and landscape approaches to conservation in the real world. Prerequisite: BISC 204 with a grade of C- or better. Students who have taken BISC 474 in Spring 2006 or BISC 475 in Spring 2008 as special topics courses titled 'Conservation Ecology' cannot take this course for further credit.

BISC 413 - Fisheries Ecology (3)

Fisheries from an ecological point of view, whereby the principles of population dynamics, behaviour, competition and predator-prey relationships are applied to conservation and management of the world's fisheries. Prerequisite: BISC 204 with a grade of C- or better. Students who have taken BISC 472 with the title "Fisheries Ecology" may not take this course for further credit.

BISC 435 - Introduction to Pest Management (3)

Survey of the natures, causes and consequences of pest problems and of the natural and applied factors and processes that determine their occurrence and intensity. Prerequisite: BISC 204 or GEOG 215 with a grade of C- or better and completion of 75 units.

and at least two conceptual courses from

BISC 407 - Population Dynamics (3)

An evaluation of factors influencing the natural fluctuation and regulation of plant and animal population numbers. Prerequisite: BISC 102 and either BISC 204 or GEOG 215, all with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Leithen M'Gonigle
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 410 - Behavioral Ecology (3)

An introduction to the evolution of behavior and its adaptiveness in a natural context. Prerequisite: BISC 102 and either BISC 204 or GEOG 215, all with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Kevin Lam
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 420 - Community Ecology (3)

This course will examine the importance of species interactions that occur in ecological communities and the role of biotic and abiotic, natural and anthropogenic processes that underpin large-scale patterns of biodiversity. The course will provide a strong conceptual framework in community ecology with a focus on hypothesis development, alternative methodological approaches, the interpretation of data, and the synthesis of information across studies. Prerequisite: BISC 204 or GEOG 215; with a grade of C- or better. Students who have completed BISC 304 or BISC 404 may not take BISC 420 for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
David Green
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 422 - Population Genetics (3)

Theoretical and experimental aspects of inheritance at the population level. Topics include Hardy-Weinberg, one- and two-locus selection theory, introduction to quantitative genetics, and Fisher's fundamental theorem of natural selection. Prerequisite: BISC 202 with a grade of C- or better and STAT 201.

BISC 440W - Biodiversity (3)

The production and organization of biodiversity (investigations of species, and an in-depth look at taxonomy, systematics and phylogenetics). Evolutionary and ecological theories behind the patterns of biodiversity (the current and future geographic distribution of species, and how biodiversity is related to ecosystem function). The values society gives biodiversity (how our values are reflected in law and regulation). Prerequisite: BISC 300, STAT 201 or equivalent, both with C or better, plus 75 units. Students with credit for BISC 440 may not repeat this course for further credit. Writing.

and at least three additional stream electives from

BISC 305 - Animal Physiology (3)

A comparative study of basic physiological mechanisms in invertebrates and vertebrates. Prerequisite: BISC 205 and MBB 231 and PHYS 102 (or PHYS 121 or 126 or 141) with a grade of C- or better.

BISC 308 - Environmental Toxicology: An Ecological Perspective (3)

Students are introduced to the major environmental toxicants, their sources, and interactions with terrestrial and aquatic environments. Through historical and current case studies of environmental toxicants, this course will provide an understanding of the basic principles of environmental toxicology particularly as they apply to populations, communities and ecosystems. Prerequisite: BISC 101, BISC 102, and either BISC 204 or GEOG 215, all with C- or better. Students who have taken BISC 312, or special topics course BISC 473 with the title "Introduction to Environmental Toxicology", may not take this course for further credit.

BISC 309 - Conservation Biology (3)

An examination of the primary threats to biodiversity, how biological processes contribute to the persistence of populations and structure of communities, and species and landscape approaches to conservation in the real world. Prerequisite: BISC 204 with a grade of C- or better. Students who have taken BISC 474 in Spring 2006 or BISC 475 in Spring 2008 as special topics courses titled 'Conservation Ecology' cannot take this course for further credit.

BISC 366 - Plant Physiology (3)

The plant's physical environment and the physiological basis (mechanisms and principles) of the interaction between plants and their environment in relation to their survival and ecological distribution. Prerequisite: BISC 205 and MBB 231 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Miranda Meents
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 407 - Population Dynamics (3)

An evaluation of factors influencing the natural fluctuation and regulation of plant and animal population numbers. Prerequisite: BISC 102 and either BISC 204 or GEOG 215, all with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Leithen M'Gonigle
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 410 - Behavioral Ecology (3)

An introduction to the evolution of behavior and its adaptiveness in a natural context. Prerequisite: BISC 102 and either BISC 204 or GEOG 215, all with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Kevin Lam
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 412 - Aquatic Ecology (3)

The scientific study of marine and freshwater ecosystems. Through a combination of lecture and field/lab components, the course will examine a combination of fundamental concepts of aquatic ecology as well as challenges posed to these ecosystems by environmental change. Students will gain hands-on experience with data collection, analysis, and communication. Prerequisite: BISC 101, BISC 102, and either BISC 204 or GEOG 215; all with a grade of C- or better. Students who have completed Special Topics BISC 473 Aquatic Ecology may not take this course for further credit.

BISC 413 - Fisheries Ecology (3)

Fisheries from an ecological point of view, whereby the principles of population dynamics, behaviour, competition and predator-prey relationships are applied to conservation and management of the world's fisheries. Prerequisite: BISC 204 with a grade of C- or better. Students who have taken BISC 472 with the title "Fisheries Ecology" may not take this course for further credit.

BISC 414 - Limnology (3)

An integrated examination of biological, chemical and physical processes in lakes and running water ecosystems. Interactions among biological, chemical and physical controls on the structure, function and dynamics of aquatic ecosystems are emphasized. Environmental problems resulting from human disturbances to aquatic ecosystems are examined. Prerequisite: 75 units of credit in a science program, including BISC 204 with a grade of C- or better or GEOG 215, or permission of the instructor.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Lance Lesack
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 420 - Community Ecology (3)

This course will examine the importance of species interactions that occur in ecological communities and the role of biotic and abiotic, natural and anthropogenic processes that underpin large-scale patterns of biodiversity. The course will provide a strong conceptual framework in community ecology with a focus on hypothesis development, alternative methodological approaches, the interpretation of data, and the synthesis of information across studies. Prerequisite: BISC 204 or GEOG 215; with a grade of C- or better. Students who have completed BISC 304 or BISC 404 may not take BISC 420 for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
David Green
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 421 - Models in Biology: From Molecules to Migration (3)

Students are introduced to models and simulations for biological systems at the ecosystem, organismal, cellular, and molecular levels. They will discover how to design and use models, and will then apply these skills to build their own model using basic mathematical tools, Excel, and Matlab. Prerequisite: MATH 150 or 151, and 152 both with a grade of C+ or better, or MATH 154 and 155 both with a grade of B or better; and at least 60 units; or permission of the instructor. Recommended: A 100 level Biology course. Students who have taken Special Topics course BISC 475 "Movement, Molecules, and Models" may not take BISC 421 for further credit. Quantitative.

BISC 422 - Population Genetics (3)

Theoretical and experimental aspects of inheritance at the population level. Topics include Hardy-Weinberg, one- and two-locus selection theory, introduction to quantitative genetics, and Fisher's fundamental theorem of natural selection. Prerequisite: BISC 202 with a grade of C- or better and STAT 201.

BISC 434 - Paleoecology and Palynology (3)

The principles of paleoenvironmental reconstruction, emphasizing the study of pollen grains, spores, and other microfossils in solving problems of paleobiology and earth history. Prerequisite: Minimum 60 units including BISC 204 with a grade of C- or better or GEOG 215. Some background in Botany, Biogeography or Earth Sciences is desirable.

BISC 435 - Introduction to Pest Management (3)

Survey of the natures, causes and consequences of pest problems and of the natural and applied factors and processes that determine their occurrence and intensity. Prerequisite: BISC 204 or GEOG 215 with a grade of C- or better and completion of 75 units.

BISC 440W - Biodiversity (3)

The production and organization of biodiversity (investigations of species, and an in-depth look at taxonomy, systematics and phylogenetics). Evolutionary and ecological theories behind the patterns of biodiversity (the current and future geographic distribution of species, and how biodiversity is related to ecosystem function). The values society gives biodiversity (how our values are reflected in law and regulation). Prerequisite: BISC 300, STAT 201 or equivalent, both with C or better, plus 75 units. Students with credit for BISC 440 may not repeat this course for further credit. Writing.

BISC 441 - Evolution of Health and Disease (3)

Application of the principles and theories of evolution and ecology to the study of health and disease, with a particular but not exclusive emphasis on humans. Topics to be covered include the evolutionary ecology of infectious disease, the immune system, cancer, senescence, fetal programming, and the genetic/environmental bases of disease. The course will involve a combination of lectures by the primary faculty member teaching the course, discussions, student research projects (papers, written and revised, and presentations to the class), and specialist guest lectures. Prerequisite: BISC 202 or 204 with a grade of C- or better. Recommended: BISC 300.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Bernard Crespi
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 445 - Environmental Physiology of Animals (3)

A discussion of the physiological mechanisms and adaptations which permit animals to live in diverse environments. The course will adopt a comparative approach to physiology. Prerequisite: BISC 205 and MBB 231 with a grade of C- or better.

BISC 473 - Special Topics in Ecology, Evolution and Conservation (3)

Selected topics in Ecology, Evolution and Conservation not currently offered in the Department of Biological Science. Prerequisite: To be announced.

BISC 474 - Special Topics in Ecology, Evolution and Conservation (3)

Selected topics in Ecology, Evolution and Conservation not currently offered in the Department of Biological Science. Prerequisite: To be announced.

BISC 497W - Undergraduate Research: Writing Intensive (3)

Directed study, and research or scientific communication, in an area of biology or biological pedagogy. A student may enroll in this course only with prior written agreement of a faculty member to act as a research supervisor, who will also provide instruction and feedback on the writing and presentation of results from the research. Prerequisite: Completion of lower division course requirements. Writing.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
TBD
BISC 498 - Undergraduate Research I (3)

Directed study, and research or scientific communication, in an area of biology or biological pedagogy. A student may enroll in this course only with prior written agreement of a faculty member to act as a research supervisor. Prerequisite: Completion of lower division course requirements.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
TBD
BISC 499 - Undergraduate Research II (3)

Directed study, and research or scientific communication, in an area of biology or biological pedagogy. A student may enroll in this course only with prior written agreement of a faculty member to act as a research supervisor. Prerequisite: Completion of lower division course requirements.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
TBD

Courses from other units such as the Faculty of Environment and MASC courses may count as options toward these stream electives, subject to approval by the department. Students complete a total of five lab courses (which may include one of BISC 497W, 498, 499) among their upper division courses.

Open Concentration

This concentration allows students to build their own program and combine interests spanning the full diversity of courses offered in the Department.

Students who choose this concentration will complete one of the following techniques courses

BISC 302W - Genetic Analysis (3)

Discussion and manipulations of some of the organisms and techniques applicable to genetic analysis. Students are required to come into the lab on average of two hours per week in addition to the four hour scheduled lab each week for project work. Prerequisite: BISC 202 with a grade of C- or better. Students with credit for BISC 302 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.

BISC 303 - Microbiology (4)

The biology of micro-organisms and their significance in the understanding of cellular processes. Students are required to come into the lab on average of two hours per week in addition to the four hour scheduled lab each week for project work. Prerequisite: BISC 102 and MBB 231 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Julian Guttman
Agata Becalska
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB3 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 357 - Genetic Engineering (4)

Techniques in gene cloning and the evaluation of gene function are introduced in lectures and practiced in labs. Lab exercises include genomic DNA, RNA, and plasmid purification; PCR; various cloning techniques; and construction of novel genes. Students are introduced to additional techniques in lectures including gene editing, and genome sequencing. Prerequisite: BISC 202, MBB 222, and MBB 231, all with a grade of C- or better. Recommended: MBB 331. Students with credit for MBB 308 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Peter Hollmann
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB3 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB4 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 360W - Techniques in Ecology and Evolution (3)

A practical lab- and field-based introduction to techniques in ecology and evolution. Students will collect, analyze, and interpret data, using appropriate experimental design and statistical methods. Specific topics include: sampling and describing communities, evaluating spatial patterns, investigating animal behaviour, population estimation, estimating competition, and phylogenetic inference. Prerequisite: BISC 202, BISC 204 (or GEOG 215), and STAT 201, all with C- or better. Students who have taken BISC 404 Plant Ecology may not take BISC 360 for further credit. Writing.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Wendy Palen
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB1 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LAB2 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BPK 408W - Cellular Physiology Laboratory (3)

An advanced laboratory course in cellular physiological techniques providing students with theoretical and practical training in cellular physiology laboratory techniques such as DNA and RNA manipulation and quantification, immunofluorescence imaging of protein expression, tissue contraction studies and recording of nerve action potentials and modulation. Prerequisite: STAT 201 and BPK 305 for BPK Majors or STAT 201 and one of BISC 305, 405, or 455 with a C- or better for BISC Majors. Enrollment of non-BPK and non-BISC majors require permission of the instructor. Writing.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Nadine Wicks
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 9:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 9:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and an additional 8 upper division BISC courses (totaling a minimum of 24 units). Students may substitute up to 2 upper division courses from other units (e.g., BPK, FENV, HSCI, MASC, MBB, PHYS, or STAT), subject to approval by the department. Normally no more than two research intensive courses (such as BISC 497W, 498, or 499) may be used to satisfy stream requirements. Students complete a total of five lab courses (which may include one of BISC 497W, 498, 499) among their upper division courses. A minimum of 3 BISC courses must be at the 400 level.

University Degree Requirements

Students must also satisfy University degree requirements for degree completion.

Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements

Students admitted to Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV beginning in the fall 2006 term must meet writing, quantitative and breadth requirements as part of any degree program they may undertake. See Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements for university-wide information.

WQB Graduation Requirements

A grade of C- or better is required to earn W, Q or B credit

Requirement

Units

Notes
W - Writing

6

Must include at least one upper division course, taken at Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV within the student’s major subject
Q - Quantitative

6

Q courses may be lower or upper division
B - Breadth

18

Designated Breadth Must be outside the student’s major subject, and may be lower or upper division
6 units Social Sciences: B-Soc
6 units Humanities: B-Hum
6 units Sciences: B-Sci

6

Additional Breadth 6 units outside the student’s major subject (may or may not be B-designated courses, and will likely help fulfil individual degree program requirements)

Students choosing to complete a joint major, joint honours, double major, two extended minors, an extended minor and a minor, or two minors may satisfy the breadth requirements (designated or not designated) with courses completed in either one or both program areas.

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Residency Requirements and Transfer Credit

  • At least half of the program's total units must be earned through Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV study.
  • At least two thirds of the program's total upper division units must be earned through Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV study.

Students who transfer into the Biological Sciences Major from other institutions may count a maximum of 2 transfer courses toward their upper division program requirements. Transfer students are encouraged to meet with the Undergraduate Advisor for further details.