Department of Biological Sciences · 2020. 7. 3. · Lec Lab Total Bio 221 Advanced Ecology 3 2 3 5 General Ecology Bio 241 Advanced Physiology 3 2 3 5 General Physiology Bio 251

Department of Biological SciencesDEGREE PROGRAMS

CURRICULUM

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN BIOLOGYIntroduction

The Mindanao State University has long been recognized as the premier university in the Southern Philippines. The various curricula offered by its seven autonomous campuses sufficiently provide an answer to the varied manpower needs of the Mindanao-Sulu-Palawan (MISUPALA) Region. MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology, in particular, has been identified as a center of excellence in various disciplines of science and technology. As such, it is expected to continuously provide training development of manpower resources in the region through its undergraduate and graduate programs.

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) through the Mindanao Advanced Education Project (MAEP) identified MSU-IIT as a graduate center for several disciplines in the area of the sciences including biology. Geared towards substantial improvement in the manpower capability in the college/graduate levels in various institutions in Mindanao, MAEP provides financial assistance and scholarships to some faculty members from these institutions to pursue advanced degrees, either M.S. or Ph.D.

At present, MSU-IIT in consortium with MSU-Marawi, is offering the M.S Biology program. Considering the strong faculty profile, adequate laboratory and library facilities of the Department of Biological Sciences in both campuses, it is deemed appropriate that the university through MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT) will offer the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology with majors in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Genetics and Environmental Biology. In doing so, the Mindanao State University can answer the demand for advanced training in teaching and research capabilities in the region.

ObjectivesEnvisioned to develop the manpower resources in the MINSUPALA Region, the Ph.D. (Biology)

program shall:1. provide advanced formal training for instruction and research capabilities in the area of biological

sciences, and2. fill the need for highly trained biologists in the government, private industries and academic

sectors in the region.Admission Requirements

Admission to the Ph.D. (Biology) Program shall require:1. a B.S degree in biological science or allied fields from a recognized institution of higher learning

with a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or better (for the MS-Ph.D. direct program).2. a M.S degree in biological science or allied fields from a recognized institution of higher learning

with a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or better in the M.S. degree (for the regular program).3. three (3) letters of recommendation from former professors/immediate supervisor attesting to the

student’s intellectual capacity for advance studies.4. satisfaction of the School of Graduate Studies’/institute’s admission requirements.

Probationary, conditional or special admission may be granted to applicants with deficiencies (viz., GPA lower than 2.0, prerequisites, etc.) as may be determined by the Ph.D. Biology Program Committee.Course Requirements

A minimum of 60 units (48 course work and 12 dissertation) shall be required for students entering the program with a B.S. degree and 39 units (27-course work and 12 dissertation) for students entering with a M.S. degree.

A. Core courses (21 units) (must be taken by students entering the program with a B.S. degree. Students entering with a M.S degree who have taken any of these courses or their equivalents can have them validated. Request for validation must not exceed 9 units for those who obtained their M.S. degree from outside the MSUS).

Bio 211 Advanced Systematics 3 unitsBio 221 Advanced Ecology 3 unitsBio 241 Advanced Physiology 3 unitsBio 251 Advanced Genetics 3 units

Bio 261 Advanced Developmental Biology 3 unitsBio 267 Evolutionary Biology 3 unitsBio 281 Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology 3 units

B. Specialty Electives (24 units from any of the fields of specialization: Environmental Biology, Genetics, Molecular Biology and Microbiology.)

1. ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGYBio 213 Advanced Parasitology 3 unitsBio 222 Community Ecology 3 units Bio 223 Terrestrial Ecology 3 unitsBio 224 Freshwater Ecology 3 unitsBio 225 Population Ecology 3 unitsBio 226 Ecological Methods 3 unitsBio 229 Pollution Biology 3 unitsBio 230 Problems in Environmental Biology 3 unitsBio 240 Environmental Toxicology 3 unitsBio 245 Biology of Reproduction 3 unitsBio 255 Genetics of Evolution 3 unitsBio 268 Ethology 3 unitsBio 290 Special Topics 3 unitsBio 291 Special Problems 3 unitsBot 211 Advanced Plant Systematics 3 unitsBot 227 Phytogeography 3 unitsBot 241 Physiology of Plants 3 unitsEnSc 206 Environmental Impact Assessment 4 unitsMB 221 Advanced Marine Ecology 3 unitsMCB 221 Microbial Ecology 3 unitsMCB 241 Microbial Physiology 3 unitsZoo 211 Advanced Animal Systematics 3 unitsZoo 227 Zoogeography 3 units

2.GENETICSBio 252 Advanced Cytogenetics 3 unitsBio 253 Molecular Genetics 3 unitsBio 254 Developmental Genetics 3 unitsBio 255 Genetics of Evolution 3 unitsBio 256 Population Genetics 3 unitsBio 257 Genetics of Eukaryotes 3 unitsBio 258 Radiation Genetics 3 unitsBio 290 Special Topics 3 unitsBio 291 Special Problems 3 units

3. MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

Bio 246 Molecular Biology of Reproduction 3 unitsBio 253 Molecular Genetics 3 unitsBio 264 Molecular Basis of Growth Regulation 3 unitsBio 283 Molecular Biology of Fermentation 3 unitsBio 284 Molecular Biology of Immune System 3 unitsBio 285 Recombinant DNA Technology 3 unitsBio 290 Special Topics 3 unitsBio 291 Special Problem 3 unitsChem 240 Structure and Function of Biomolecules 3 unitsChem 242 Lipids, Proteins and Carbohydrates 3 unitsChem 243 Enzymes 3 unitsChem 244 Nucleotides and Nucleic Acids 3 units

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4. MICROBIOLOGYMB 203 Marine Microbiology 3 unitsMCB 204 Industrial Microbiology 3 unitsMCB 205 Food Microbiology 3 unitsMCB 206 Determinative Bacteriology 3 unitsMCB 207 Microbial Toxins 3 unitsMCB 208 Microbiological Techniques 3 unitsMCB 209 Virology 3 unitsMCB 210 Epidemiology 3 unitsMCB 221 Microbial Ecology 3 unitsMCB 241 Microbial Physiology 3 unitsMCB 251 Microbial Genetics 3 unitsMCB 290 Special Topics 3 unitsMCB 291 Special Problems 3 units

C. Graduate Seminar (3 units from (3) one-unit seminar courses.Bio 296 Seminar in Biology 1 unit

D. Doctoral Dissertation (12 units)Bio 400 Doctoral Dissertation 12 units

Other Requirements1. After completion of all core courses with a GPA of 2.0 or better, by a student entering the program

with a B.S. degree, or after validating the core courses or their equivalents for students entering with a M.S. degree, the student takes a qualifying (written) examination which will be the basis for evaluating his/her ability to pursue doctoral studies. A committee of at least three members to be formed by the Ph.D. biology Program Committee shall prepare and administer the examination.

2. After passing all specialty courses (based on the program study) with a weighted average of 2.0 or better, the student takes an oral specialty examination which will be given by his advisory/guidance committee. A dissertation proposal is a requirement for the specialty examination.

3. Final Examination (Oral defense of dissertation before the advisory committee).4. In the event a student entering the program fails in the qualifying (written) examination twice, the

Ph.D. Biology Program Committee may recommend that the student take at least nine units of specialty courses and conduct a thesis leading to a M.S. degree or the students be dismissed from the program.

Plan of Study (Ph.D. Bio.)(LIST OF COURSES BY SEMESTER)

First Year, First SemesterCourse

No.Course Title Units Hrs/Wk Prerequisite(s)

Lec Lab Total

Bio 221 Advanced Ecology 3 2 3 5 General Ecology

Bio 241 Advanced Physiology 3 2 3 5 General PhysiologyBio 251 Advanced Genetics 3 2 3 5 General GeneticsBio 261 Advanced Developmental Biology 3 2 3 5 Developmental

BiologyTotal 10 9 3 20

First Year, Second SemesterCourse


Lec Lab Total

Bio 267 Evolutionary Biology 3 3 0 3 Core Courses

Elective 1 Specialty 3 Core CoursesElective 2 Specialty 3 Core CoursesElective 3 Specialty 3 Core Courses

3

Bio 296 Seminar in Biology 1 1 0 1

Total13

First Year SummerCourse


Lec Lab Total

Elective 4 Specialty 3 3 0 3 Core Courses

Elective 5 Specialty 3 Core CoursesBio 296 Seminar in Biology 1 1 0 1

Total7

Second Year, First SemesterCourse


Lec Lab Total

Elective 6 Specialty 3 3 0 3 Core Courses

Elective 7 Specialty 3 Core CoursesElective 8 Specialty 3 Core CoursesBio 296 Seminar in Biology 1 1 0 1

(Dissertation Proposal Defense)

Total10

Second Year, Second SemesterCourse


Lec Lab Total

(Comprehensive Examination) Core Courses

Bio 400 Doctoral Dissertation 12

(Dissertation Proposal Defense)

Total12

Second Year, Summer

CourseNo.

Course Title Units Hrs/Wk Prerequisite(s)Lec Lab Total

Bio 400 Doctoral Dissertation

TotalThird Year, First Semester

CourseNo.


Bio 400 Doctoral Dissertation

TotalThird Year, Second Semester

Course Course Title Units Hrs/Wk Prerequisite(s)

4

No. Lec Lab Total

(Doctoral Dissertation Defense)

Total

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MASTER SCIENCE IN BIOLOGYIntroduction

The program leading to the degree of M.S in Biology was instituted at the Iligan Institute of Technology of the Mindanao State University in 1995. It aims to:

provide Mindanao, Sulu and Palawan (MINSUPALA) regions a graduate program in the highest level envisioned to be a strong catalyst in the development of biological education, research and extension services;

provide the manpower needs of the region in general and the Cagayan-Iligan-Corridor (CIC) area in particular to address problems of biological significance such as abuse of natural resources, pollution, increased demand for food resources, and disease prevention and control in man, livestock and agricultural crops;

produce highly trained biologist with a strong biotechnological foundations who will bring the Philippines to a Newly Industrialized Country (NIC) status by increasing productivity and making the quality of biotechnologically processed goods competitive in the world market.

Admission RequirementApplicants for admission to the program must fulfill the following requirements:

1. Hold a baccalaureate degree in Biology or in any of the allied fields from a recognized institution.2. Have a background in each of the following areas of study:

a) Taxonomyb) Morphologyc) Ecology d) Physiologye) Geneticsf) Inorganic Chemistryg) Organic Chemistryh) Biochemistryi) Statistics

3. Have a grade point average of 2.0 or better in major courses taken or show some evidence of capabilities necessary for completion of the program, e,g, excellent teaching performance, published or unpublished researches, and/or trainings and workshops attended.

4. Two (2) letters of recommendation from former instructors in undergraduate major biology courses attesting to the student’s intellectual capacity for graduate studies in biology.

Probationary admission may be given to baccalaureate degree holders in the allied fields provided that:a) they take prescribed undergraduate courses in which they are deficient within the first three semesters

in the program;b) while in the program they obtain a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the prescribed

undergraduate courses; c) they carry a full load of 10-12 units per semester in the program; andd) comply with the 2.5 grade point average for their undergraduate degree and submit two letters of

recommendation from former instructors of their undergraduate major courses.

Departmental Requirements

Courses in the program can be classified into seven namely: Taxonomy, Morphology, Developmental Biology, Physiology, Genetics, Ecology, and General Biology.

1. A minimum of 37 units of graduate courses shall be required. These courses should include the following:a. Core Courses (10 units)Bio 281 Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology 3 unitsBio 298 Advanced Research Methodology 3 units Bio 211 Advanced Systematics 3 unitsBio 296 Seminar in Biology 1 unit

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b. Major Courses (21 units of major courses apportioned in at least three areas, in any three of seven areas including General Biology; or eighteen (18) units of major courses apportioned similarly plus three (3) units of a graduate course in biochemistry, marine biology, fisheries, agriculture, statistics or computer science, preferably one that is directly related to the student’s thesis.

TAXONOMYBot 211 Advanced Plant Systematics 3 unitsZoo 211 Advanced Animal Systematics 3 units

MORPHOLOGYBot 232 Morphology of Higher Vascular Plants 3 units Bot 233 Morphology of Thallophytes 3 units Zoo 271 Comparative Histology of Vertebrates 3 units

DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY Bio 262 Cell Differentiation in Embryonic Systems 3 units Bot 262 Plant Growth and Development 3 unitsZoo 263 Experimental Embryology 3 units

PHYSIOLOGYBio 248 Radiation Biology 3 unitsBot 241 Advanced Plant Physiology 3 unitsBot 242 Plant and Water Relations 3 unitsMCB 241 Microbial Physiology 3 unitsZoo 243 Comparative Endocrinology of Vertebrates 3 unitsZoo 244 Physiology of Reproduction 3 unitsZoo 247 Physiology of Insects 3 units

GENETICSBio 252 Advanced Cytogenetics 3 unitsBio 253 Molecular Genetics 3 unitsBio 255 Genetics of Evolution 3 unitsBio 256 Population Genetics 3 unitsBio 257 Genetics of Eukaryotes 3 unitsMCB 251 Microbial Genetics 3 units

ECOLOGYBio 223 Terrestrial Ecology 3 units Bio 224 Freshwater Ecology 3 unitsBio 230 Problems in Environmental Biology 3 unitsBio 249 Biology of Symbiosis 3 unitsBio 250 Radiation Ecology 3 unitsBot 215 Aquatic Botany 3 unitsBot 227 Phytogeography 3 unitsMB 221 Advanced Marine Ecology 3 unitsMCB 221 Microbial Ecology 3 unitsZoo 227 Zoogeography 3 units

GENERAL BIOLOGYBio 287 Advanced Theoretical Biology 3 unitsBio 288 Critique in Evolution 3 unitsBio 289 Philippine Biology 3 unitsBio 293 Biometry 3 unitsBio 294 Bioethics 3 unitsBio 295 Individual Studies 3 unitsZoo 220 Ornithology 3 units

c. Master’s Thesis (6 units)Bio 300 Master’s Thesis 6 units

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2. A grade of 2.0 or better in a graduate or undergraduate course that is included in the student’s approved program of shall be given credit.

3. Comprehensive Examination- The comprehensive examination will cover all graduate courses taken by the student.

Departmental RequirementsCourses in the program can be classified into seven namely: Taxonomy, Morphology, Developmental

Biology, Physiology, Genetics, Ecology, and General Biology.

4. A minimum of 37 units of graduate courses shall be required. These courses should include the following:a. Core Courses (10 units)Bio 281 Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology 3 unitsBio 298 Advanced Research Methodology 3 units Bio 211 Advanced Systematics 3 unitsBio 296 Seminar in Biology 1 unit

b. Major Courses (21 units of major courses apportioned in at least three areas, in any three of seven areas including General Biology; or eighteen (18) units of major courses apportioned similarly plus three (3) units of a graduate course in biochemistry, marine biology, fisheries, agriculture, statistics or computer science, preferably one that is directly related to the student’s thesis.

TAXONOMYBot 211 Advanced Plant Systematics 3 unitsZoo 211 Advanced Animal Systematics 3 units

MORPHOLOGYBot 232 Morphology of Higher Vascular Plants 3 units Bot 233 Morphology of Thallophytes 3 units Zoo 271 Comparative Histology of Vertebrates 3 units

DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY Bio 262 Cell Differentiation in Embryonic Systems 3 units Bot 262 Plant Growth and Development 3 unitsZoo 263 Experimental Embryology 3 units

PHYSIOLOGYBio 248 Radiation Biology 3 unitsBot 241 Advanced Plant Physiology 3 unitsBot 242 Plant and Water Relations 3 unitsMCB 241 Microbial Physiology 3 unitsZoo 243 Comparative Endocrinology of Vertebrates 3 unitsZoo 244 Physiology of Reproduction 3 unitsZoo 247 Physiology of Insects 3 units

GENETICSBio 252 Advanced Cytogenetics 3 unitsBio 253 Molecular Genetics 3 unitsBio 255 Genetics of Evolution 3 unitsBio 256 Population Genetics 3 unitsBio 257 Genetics of Eukaryotes 3 unitsMCB 251 Microbial Genetics 3 units

ECOLOGYBio 223 Terrestrial Ecology 3 units Bio 224 Freshwater Ecology 3 unitsBio 230 Problems in Environmental Biology 3 unitsBio 249 Biology of Symbiosis 3 unitsBio 250 Radiation Ecology 3 unitsBot 215 Aquatic Botany 3 unitsBot 227 Phytogeography 3 unitsMB 221 Advanced Marine Ecology 3 unitsMCB 221 Microbial Ecology 3 unitsZoo 227 Zoogeography 3 units

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GENERAL BIOLOGYBio 287 Advanced Theoretical Biology 3 unitsBio 288 Critique in Evolution 3 unitsBio 289 Philippine Biology 3 unitsBio 293 Biometry 3 unitsBio 294 Bioethics 3 unitsBio 295 Individual Studies 3 unitsZoo 220 Ornithology 3 units

c. Master’s Thesis (6 units)

Bio 300 Master’s Thesis 6 units

5. A grade of 2.0 or better in a graduate or undergraduate course that is included in the student’s approved program of shall be given credit.

6. Comprehensive Examination- The comprehensive examination will cover all graduate courses taken by the student.

Other RequirementTo be able to complete the program and obtain the Master of Science in Biology degree the student must

comply all the requirements of the School of Graduate Studies relating to academics credits retention, residence requirement, time limit for completion of the program, comprehensive examination, thesis, and the policy on disqualification from the program.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY (M.S BIO.)(LIST OF COURSES BY SEMESTER)

First Year, SummerCourse


Lec Lab Total

Bio 281 Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology

3 2 3 5 Cell Biology

Bio 298 Advanced Research Methodology 3 2 3 5 Biostatistics

Major 3 2 3 5Total 9 6 9 15



Lec Lab Total

Bio 211 Advanced Systematics 3 2 3 5 Systematics

Major 3 2 3 5Total 6 4 6 10



Lec Lab Total

Major 3

Major 3Total 6

9

Second Year, Summer Course


Lec Lab Total

Major 3

Major 3Major 3

Total 9



Lec Lab Total

Bio 300 Master’s Thesis 6

Bio 296 Seminar in Biology 1Total 6



Lec Lab Total

Bio 300 Master’s Thesis

Total

MASTER OF BIOLOGYRationale

The Mindanao State University- Iligan Institute of Technology, recognizing the great need to improve the quality education attuned to the manpower requirements of the MINSUPALA Region and also at the national and global levels, proposed this non-thesis Master of Biology ( MOB ) curriculum. Such is a branched-out curriculum of the existing program which envisioned to be a strong catalyst in the development of biological education, research and extension, thus providing for the manpower needs of the region and enabling the future generation to address problems of biological significance such as pollution, abuse of natural resources, increased demand for food sources, disease prevention and control in man, livestock or agricultural crops.Objectives

The branching out from existing Master of Science in Biology program to the degree of Master of Biology seeks to attain the following objectives:

1. to develop graduates who will become competent teachers in tertiary biology education;2. to produce graduates who will be knowledgeable in many areas of biology;3. to produce graduates whose teaching skills and strategies are attuned to their institution’s need;

and4. to produce highly-trained biology faculty members who will contribute to the betterment of

student learning and greater productivity of graduates in the labor market.Admission Requirements

1. A baccalaureate degree in biology or any of the allied fields from a recognized institution, and /or currently teaching in biology course in the tertiary level.

2. Have a background (formal or non-formal) in each of the following areas of study:a. Biochemistryb. Taxonomyc. Geneticsd. Ecologye. Physiologyf. Developmental Biologyg. General Biologyh. Cell Biology

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i. Organic Chemistryj. Inorganic Chemistry

Degree Requirement To qualify for the Master of Biology degree, a student must successfully complete a minimum of

37 units of course work specified in his program of study with a grade point average of 2.0 or better.

Departmental RequirementsCourses in program can be classified into seven areas, namely: Taxonomy, Developmental

Biology, Physiology, Genetics, Ecology, Cell Biology and General Biology.A. Core Courses (22 units)

Bio 211 Advanced Systematics 3 unitsBio 221 Advanced Ecology 3 unitsBio 241 Advanced Physiology 3 unitsBio 251 Advanced Genetics 3 unitsBio 261 Advanced Developmental Biology 3 unitsBio 281 Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology 3 unitsBio 291 Special Problem 3 unitsBio 296 Seminar in Biology 1 unit

B. Major CoursesBio 223 Terrestrial Ecology 3 unitsBio 224 Freshwater Ecology 3 unitsBio 230 Problems in Environmental Biology 3 unitsBio 248 Radiation Biology 3 unitsBio 249 Biology of Symbiosis 3 unitsBio 250 Radiation Ecology 3 unitsBio 252 Advanced Cytogenetics 3 unitsBio 253 Molecular Genetics 3 unitsBio 255 Genetics of Evolution 3 unitsBio 256 Population Genetics 3 unitsBio 257 Genetics of Eukaryotes 3 unitsBio 262 Cell Differentiation in Embryonic Systems 3 unitsBio 267 Evolutionary Biology 3 unitsBio 287 Advanced Theoretical Biology 3 unitsBio 288 Critique in Evolution 3 unitsBio 289 Philippine Biology 3 unitsBot 215 Aquatic Botany 3 unitsBot 227 Phytogeography 3 unitsBot 232 Morphology of Higher Vascular Plants 3 unitsBot 233 Morphology of Thallophytes 3 unitsBot 241 Advanced Plant Physiology 3 unitsBot 242 Plant and Water Relations 3 unitsBot 262 Plant Growth and Development 3 unitsMB 221 Advanced Marine Ecology 3 unitsMCB 221 Microbial Ecology 3 unitsMCB 241 Microbial Physiology 3 unitsMCB 251 Microbial Genetics 3 unitsZoo 220 Ornithology 3 unitsZoo 227 Zoogeography 3 unitsZoo 243 Comparative Endocrinology of Vertebrates 3 unitsZoo 244 Physiology of Reproduction 3 unitsZoo 263 Experimental Embryology 3 unitsZoo 271 Comparative Histology of Vertebrates 3 units

C. CognatesBio 293 Biometry 3 unitsBio 294 Bioethics 1 unit

Delivery ModeDuring summer terms, the student is in the campus as a full-time student while during the regular

semesters, there will be two mode of delivery, namely:

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1. Weekend lecturers that may start on Friday evening up to Sunday and may be scheduled at least once a month either in the venue where more students originate or at MSU-IIT:

2. On-line learning mode: Interactive type through the internet – question and answer between the faculty and the students and among the students themselves.

Program StudyThis two-year Master of Biology program starts in summer. The student undertakes full-time

schooling during summer carrying a 9-unit load. During three regular semesters, the student carries a 6- unit load, but on the last semester, the student carries a 7-unit load which includes the presentation of a special problem report in a seminar.

MASTER OF BIOLOGY (MOB)(LIST OF COURSES BY SEMESTER)

First Year, SummerCourse No. Course Title Units Hrs/Wk Prerequisite(s)

Lec Lab TotalBio 281 Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology 3 2 3 5 Bio 181 or its eq.Bio 251 Advanced Genetics 3 2 3 5 Bio 106 or its eq.Bio 241 Advanced Physiology 3 2 3 5 Bio 109 or its eq.

Total 9 6 9 15

First Year, First Semester

First Year, Second Semester

Second Year, SummerCourse

No. Course Title Units Hrs/Wk Prerequisite(s)

Lec Lab Total

Major 2 3 2 3 5Bio 291 Special Problem 3 1 6 7 All Core CoursesMajor 3 3 2 3 5

Total 9 5 12 17


No. Course Title Units Hrs/Wk Prerequisite(s)

Lec Lab Total

Major 4 3 2 3 5Major 5 3 2 3 5Bio 296 Seminar in Biology 1 1 0 1

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CourseNo.

Course Title Units Hrs/WkPrerequisitesLec Lab Total

Bio 211 Advanced Systematics 3 2 3 5 Bio 105 or its eq.Bio 221 Advanced Ecology 3 2 3 5 Bio 107 or its eq.

Total 6 4 6 10

Course No.

Course Title Units Hrs/WkPrerequisites

Lec Lab TotalBio 261 Advanced Developmental

Biology3 2 3 5 Bio 120 or its eq.

Major 1 3 2 3 5Total 6 4 6 10

Total 7 5 6 11

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MARINE BIOLOGY

IntroductionThe Master of Science in Biology is a consortium program of the Federation of Institutions for

Marine and Freshwater Sciences.Objectives

1. To establish an independent center for the development of instruction, research, and extension program in Marine Sciences in the Visayas and Mindanao.

2. To upgrade manpower and facilities of member institutions enabling them to offer a graduate program at the masteral level and ultimately to aptly provide them with the capabilities to develop an internationally recognized institution offering a Ph.D. degree program.

3. To promote an atmosphere of cooperation and coordination among member institutions concerned with the development of marine science.

4. To provide a channel to share and exchange physical and human resources in areas of common interests in marine science among member institutions.

5.Admission Requirements at MSU-IIT

Admission on a regular status to the M.S. in Marine Biology program requires:1. Possession of a B.S. Marine Biology degree, or a baccalaureate degree in biology,

Zoology, Botany, Fisheries and related fields with completion of the following courses:

Oceanology 4 unitsMarine Plants/Algae 4 unitsMarine Invertebrate 4 unitsMarine Vertebrates 4 units

2. A grade point average of 2.5(or its equivalent) or better in the undergraduate degree.3. Two letters of recommendation from former instructors in undergraduate major

(marine biology) courses attesting to the student’s intellectual capacity for graduate studies in marine biology.

Probationary admission may be given to baccalaureate degree holders in Biology, Botany, Zoology, Fisheries and other related fields provided that:

a. They take the four courses under no.1 and above within their first 3 semesters in the program

b. While in the program, they obtain a grade point average of 2.0 or better in the graduate course and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the required undergraduate courses;

c. They carry a full load of 10-12 units per semester in the program; andd. Comply with the 2.5 grade point average for their undergraduate degree and

submit two (2) letters of recommendation from former instructors of their undergraduate major courses.

Degree RequirementsTo qualify for the M.S. in Marine Biology degree, the student must:a. Successfully complete a minimum of 37 units course work specified in his program of study

with a grade point average of 2.0 or better.b. Successfully defend orally a thesis proposal and a thesis before a panel.c. Present his thesis in a seminar.

A. Core Courses (15 units)Bio 298 Advanced Research Methodology 3 unitsOcea211 Biological Oceanography 3 unitsOcea221 Physical Oceanography 3 unitsOcea231 Chemical Oceanography 3 unitsStat 233 Biostatistics 3 units

B. Cognate Courses (minimum of 6 units)Bio 201 Microtechnique 3 unitsBio 213 Advanced Parasitology 3 unitsBio 251 Advanced Genetics 3 unitsBio 261 Developmental Biology 3 unitsMB 212 Advanced Invertebrate Zoology 3 unitsMB 217 Ichthyology 3 units

C. Major Courses (minimum of 9 units) Bio 211 Advanced Systematics 3 unitsMB 203 Marine Microbiology 3 unitsMB 214 Marine Planktonology 3 unitsMB 221 Advanced Marine Ecology 3 unitsMB 226 Marine Ecosystems 3 units

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MB 228 Marine Productivity 3 unitsMB 229 Marine Pollution 3 unitsMB 240 Marine Toxicology 3 unitsMB 241A Morphology and Physiology of

Marine Animals 3 units MB 241B Morphology and Physiology of

Marine Plants 3 unitsMB 292 Marine Resource Management 3 unitsMB 293 Mariculture 3 unitsMB 294 Fisheries Biology 3 unitsMB 298 Marine Methodology 3 units

D. Other Required Courses (7 units)MB 296 Seminar in Marine Biology 1 unitMB 300 Masteral Thesis 6 units

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MARINE BIOLOGY(LIST OF COURSES BY SEMESTER)



Lec Lab Total

Bio 298 Advanced Research Methodology 3 3 0 3

Ocea 211 Biological Oceanography 3 2 3 5Stat 233 Biostatistics 3 3 0 3MB 296 Seminar in Marine Biology 1 1 0 1

Total 10 9 3 12



Lec Lab Total

Ocea 221 Physical Oceanography 3 2 3 5

Ocea 231 Chemical Oceanography 3 2 3 5Elective 1 3Elective 2 3

Total 12

First Year, SummerCourse


Lec Lab Total

Elective 3* 3Total 3



Lec Lab Total

Cognate 1 3

Cognate 2 3Elective 4 3

Total 9



Lec Lab Total

(Comprehensive Exam)**

(Thesis Proposal Defense)**MB 300 Masteral Thesis 6

Total 6

15

Second Year, SummerCourse


Lec Lab Total

MB 300 Masteral Thesis

Total

Third Year, First SemesterCourse


Lec Lab Total


Total

Third Year, Second SemesterCourse


Lec Lab Total


(Thesis Defense)**

*May be taken in the first semester of the second year**May be enrolled/conducted either in the first or second semester/summer term

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

IntroductionEnvironmental degradation is a glaring feature in the biosphere in the Twenty- first Century, and

must be addressed seriously before the worst effects would be felt particularly by human beings. Being the premier school in southern Philippines mandated to contribute to the development of MISUPALA, the Mindanao State University through its Iligan Institute of Technology Campus must take heed to the demands of the time. It is but imperative for the MSU- Iligan Institute of Technology to meet this demand primarily because the campus is situated in a city where several industries and a growing human population are exerting strong pressures on the environment. The concern of MSU-IIT, however, is not limited to its local government but to entire region of Mindanao, Sulu and Palawan because irrational and unsustainable use of the environment is getting more prevalent in these regions. These realities have given impetus to MSU-IIT to develop a graduate program (masteral level) that proactively caters to the problems related with the environment. Guided by MSU-IIT’s mandate of instruction, research and extension, the program is envisioned to contribute to solving multi-faceted environmental problems. With options to major in either Environmental Research, Environmental Education, or Environmental Planning and Management, the M.S in Environmental Science is so timely because several environment-related government agencies, e.g. the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Department of Health, and the Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources and some higher education institutions, are gearing up towards high levels of efficiency and competence in their personnel. The M.S. in Environmental Science is expected to provide an advanced and cutting-edge training to his clientele. At present, MSU at Naawan and the College of Forestry of MSU Marawi are implementing an undergraduate program in Environmental Science. Graduates from this program may proceed to enroll in the M.S. in Environmental Science, particularly those who are keen at getting an advanced level of training in environmental science. Long term sustainability of this graduate program is ensured by the fact that there is an existing strength and commitment in several faculty members from participating departments within MSU-IIT and the MSU System.

Objectives The M.S. in Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary program. It aims to:

1. Provide an advanced formal manpower training for instruction and research capabilities in the various areas of environmental education, research and planning and management, and

2. Fill up the need for highly trained personnel in the government, private industries and academic sectors in the MINSUPALA Region.

3.Admission Requirements

1. B.S. degree from a recognized higher education institution, with a grade point grade average (GPA) of 2.5 (or its equivalent) or better, plus the following for each program specialization:

a. Environmental Education i. At least 12 units of natural sciences in the baccalaureate degree; ii. Background in Educational Psychology, Methods in Teaching, General Botany,

General Zoology, and General Chemistry.b. Environmental Research

i. A baccalaureate degree in natural sciences (biology, chemistry, etc.).c. Environmental Planning and Management

i. A baccalaureate degree in engineering or in the natural sciences.2. Two letters of recommendation from former professor/immediate supervisor attesting to the

student’s capacity for advanced studies; and3. Satisfaction of the School of Graduate Studies’/institute’s admission requirements.

Course RequirementsA minimum of 39 graduate units (32 course work, 1 seminar and 6 thesis) are required.

A. Core Courses (17 units)EnSc 201 Principles of Environmental Science 3 unitsEnSc 202 Environmental Laws and Policy 1 unitEnSc 203 Resource Management and Conservation 3 unitsEnSc 206 Environmental Impact Assessment 4 unitsEnSc 298 Research Methodology 3 unitsStat 233 Biostatistics 3 units

B. Major Courses (15 units)Specialization: Environmental Education(Nine units of the following required courses plus 6 units of the free electives)Bio 221 Advanced Ecology 3 unitsEnSc 220 Environmental Geology 3 unitsEnSc 236 Environmental Education 3 unitsSpecialization: Environmental Research

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(Nine units of the following required courses plus 6 units of free electives. Qualified students who would be focusing on either Chemistry or Biology are required to enroll in elective courses relevant to their focus discipline.)

EnSc 240 Environmental Physiology and Toxicology 3 unitsEnSc 248 Environmental Evaluation and Monitoring 3 unitsChem 281 Advanced Environmental Chemistry 3 units

Specialization: Environmental Planning and Management(Nine units of the following required courses plus 6 units of free electives)

EnSc 260 Man and His Environment 3 unitsEnSc 264 Environmental Planning and Management 3 unitsEnSc 268 Environmental Management Through

Community Development 3 unitsC. Graduate Seminar (1 unit)

EnSc 296 Graduate Seminar 1 unitD. Master’s Thesis (6 units)

EnSc 299 Master’s Thesis 6 units

Other Requirements1. Maintenance of a weighted average of 2.0 or better while in the program2. Passing of the comprehensive exam after the completion of all academic courses.3. Completion and oral defense of a thesis.4. Submission of a 6 bound copies of approved thesis.

List of Elective CoursesEnSc 226 Elementary Geography 3 unitsEnSc 230 Climatology 3 unitsEnSc 244 Analytical Techniques in Environmental Science 3 unitsEnSc 252 Pollution Prevention 3 unitsEnSc 254 Principles of Waste Management 3 unitsEnSc 256 Wastewater Treatment 3 unitsEnSc 280 Resource Use and Development 3 unitsEnSc 284 Forest and Watershed Management 3 unitsBio 223 Terrestrial Ecology 3 unitsBio 224 Freshwater Ecology 3 unitsChem 281 Advanced Environmental Chemistry 3 unitsMB 221 Advanced Marine Ecology 3 unitsOcea 201 Fundamentals of Biological, Chemical and

Physical Oceanography 3 units

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (M.S Envi. Sci.)(LIST OF COURSES BY SEMESTER)



Lec Lab Total

EnSc 203

Principles of Environmental Science

3 2 3 5

EnSc 202

Environmental Laws and Policies 1 1 0 1

EnSc 298

Research Methodology 3 3 0 3 Undergraduate Biostatistics

Stat 233 Biostatistics 3 3 0 3Total 10 9 3 12



Lec Lab Total

EnSc Resource Management and Conservation 3 3 0 3

Elective 1 3Elective 2 3Elective 3 3

Total 12First Year, Summer

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EnSc 206 Environmental Impact Assessment 4 2 6 8

Total 4 2 6 8Second Year, First Semester

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Elective 4 3

Elective 5 3EnSc 296 Graduate Seminar 1 1 0 1

Total 7Second Year, Second Semester

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Bio 300 (Comprehensive Examination)

(Thesis Proposal Defense)

TotalThird Year, First Semester

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EnSc 299 Master’s Thesis 6

Total 6Third Year, Second Semester

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EnSc 299 Master’s Thesis(Thesis Defense)

Total

CATALOGUE OF COURSES

BIO 201 MICROTECHNIQUE Fundamentals of microtechnique and principles of microscopy; preparing and mounting of cells, tissues, organs & whole for microscopic study.Credit : 3 units (2 hrts.lec.;3 hrs.lab/wk)

Bio 211 ADVANCED SYSTEMATICS Principles and methods of classification and phylogeny of living forms.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 105 (Systematics) or its equivalent.

BIO 213 ADVANCED PARASITOLOGYBiology of parasites of marine organisms with emphasis on their taxonomic status and relationships: their morphology, physiology, ecology, host parasite relationships, manner of infestation, control and cure.Credit : 3 units Prerequisite(s) : Bio 160 (Parasitology) or its equivalent.

BIO 221 ADVANCED ECOLOGYAdvanced principles of ecosystemns: structure and function. It covers major ecosystems in terrestrial and marine environments.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) :Bio 107 (General Ecology) or its equivalent.

BIO 222 COMMUNITY ECOLOGYPrinciples on dynamics of communities, structure and function and interaction of component species and biodiversity.Credit : 3 units

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Prerequisite(s) : Bio 107 (General Ecology) or its equivalent.

BIO 223 TERRESTRIAL ECOLOGYComposition and dynamics of terrestrial communities/ecosystems.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) :Bio 107 (General Ecology) or its equivalent.

BIO 224 FRESHWATER ECOLOGYComposition and dynamics of terrestrial communities/ecosystems.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) :Bio 107 (General Ecology) or its equivalent.

BIO 225 POPULATION ECOLOGYPrinciples on dynamics of population; causes of rise and fall in numbers of population; regulation and management of population.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) :Bio 107 (General Ecology) or its equivalent.

BIO 226 ADVANCED METHODS IN ECOLOGICAL RESEARCHAnalytical tools and research approach in the study of populations, communities and ecosystem.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) :Bio 107 (General Ecology) or its equivalent.

BIO 227 PHYTOGEOGRAPHYEcology and distribution of plant populations on earth.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) :Bio 107 (General Ecology). Bio 105 (Systematics) recommended or their equivalents.

BIO 229 POLLUTION BIOLOGYDiscussions on types and causes of pollution in the environment. Methods on bioremediation and pollution control and prevention will be included.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) :Bio 107 (General Ecology) or its equivalent.

BIO 230 PROBLEMS IN ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGYDefining some environmental problems brought up as a result of human activity. Discussion of possible abatement and control.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Consent of instructor

BIO 240 ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGYDiscussions on synthesis of toxins. Includes discussions on the principles of toxicology among organisms especially animals. Identification of common environmental toxins, their mechanisms of toxication and possible cure and prevention.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 109 (General Physiology) and Chem 45 (Elementary Biochemistry) or their equivalents.

BIO 241 ADVANCED PHYSIOLOGYRecent trends and concepts in physiology with emphasis on the universal physiological principles applied to all organisms.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 109 (General Physiology) or their equivalents.

BIO 245 BIOLOGY OF REPRODUCTIONLife cycle and reproductive process in organisms.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 157 (Comp. Anatomy and Phylogeny of Vertebrates) and Bio 109 (General Physiology)

BIO 246 MOLECULAR BIOLOGY OF REPRODUCTIONThe molecular basis of fertilization, development and differentiation of living organisms. Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 120 (Developmental Biology) or its equivalent.BIO 248 RADIATION BIOLOGYEffects of ionizing radiation on the different biological systemsCredit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 109 ( Gen. Physiology) or its equivalent.

BIO 249 BIOLOGY OF SYMBIOSIS

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The different symbiotic relationships among living organismsCredit: : 3 units Prerequisite(s) : Biology 107 (Gen. Ecology) or its equivalent.

BIO 250 RADIATION ECOLOGYEffects of ionizing radiations on the environment.Credit: : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 107 (Gen. Ecology) or its equivalent

BIO 251 ADVANCED GENETICSBiochemical and molecular basis of heredity and biotechnology.Credit: : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 106 (General Genetics) or its equivalent.

BIO 252 ADVANCED CYTOGENETICSAdvances in the study of chromosomes and their structure, behavior and their function.Credit: : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 106 (Gen. Genetics)

BIO 253 MOLECULAR GENETICSMolecular mechanisms of inheritance, mutation and related processes. Topics on recombinant DNA will be discussed.Credit: : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 106 (Gen. Genetics) ) and Chem 45 (Elementary Biochemistry)

BIO 254 DEVELOPMENTAL GENETICS Genetics principles as applied to the development of organaisms.Credit: : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 120 (Developmental Biology) and Bio 106 (Gen. Genetics) or their equivalents

BIO 255 GENETICS OF EVOLUTIONRole of genetic factors in evolution and speciation.Credit: : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 106 (Gen. Genetics) or its equivalent: Bio 110 (Evolution) recommended

BIO 256 POPULATION GENETICSPrinciples governing in the behavior of genes in the populations.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 106 (Gen. Genetics) or its equivalent

BIO 257 GENETICS OF EUKARYOTESAdvances in the identification, characterization and manipulation of genes in eukaryotic systems.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 106 (Gen. Genetics) or its equivalent

BIO 258 RADIATION GENETICS Change in genetic structure, manifestation and function when genes/chromosomes are exposed to various ionizations.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 106 (Gen. Genetics) or its equivalentBIO 261 ADVANCED DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGYRecent concepts on the regulation of fertilization, development and differentiation.Credits : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 120 (Developmental Biology) or its equivalent.

BIO 262 CELL DIFFERENTIATION IN EMBRYONIC SYSTEMSCurrent concepts on embryonic development.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 120 (Developmental Biology) or its equivalent

BIO 264 MOLECULAR BIOLOGY OF GROWTH REGULATIONDiscussions on the molecular/cellular bases of growth and differentiation regulations.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 109 (Gen. Physiology) or its equivalent.

BIO 267 EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGYMajor and general concepts of evolution of organisms. Discussions on the different theories of evolution both micro- and macroevolution.

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Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Consent of instructor

BIO 268 ETHOLOGYNatural history of behavior, genetics and learning on the shaping of behavior, physiological and adaptive value of behavior, mechanisms of response to environment and the adaptive ness of the behavioral response.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Consent of instructor

BIO 281 ADVANCED CELL AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGYRecent advances in cell and molecular biology including neurobiology and techniques in molecular biology and genetic engineering.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 108 (Cell Biology) or its equivalent.

BIO 283 MOLECULAR BIOLOGY OF FERMENTATION

The physiology, biochemistry and genetics fermentation and the production of secondary metabolities and substances of econmic importance.Credit : 3 units]Prerequisite(s) : Consent of instructor.

BIO 284 MOLECULAR BIOLOGY OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Consent of the instructor.

BIO 285 RECOMBINANT DNA TECHNOLOGYMolecular biology techniques and genetic engineering protocols DNA.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 127 (Gen. Microbiology) and Bio 106 (Gen. Genetics) or their equivalents.

BIO 287 ADVANCED THEORITICAL BIOLOGYRecent advances in theories and principles applicable in bioinformatics, evolutionary and epidemiological genomics and proteomics, and ecological modeling and simulation.

Credit : 3 units (3 hrs lec/wk)Prerequisite(s) : Cell and Molecular Biology or its equivalent or consent of the instructor.BIO 288 CRITIQUE IN EVOLUTION The different theories in evolutionCredit : 3 units Prerequisite(s) : Biology 157 (Comp. Ana. & Phylogeny of Vertebrates) Biology 107 (Gen. Ecology) and Biology 106 (Gen. Genetics) or their equivalents

BIO 289 PHILIPPINE BIOLOGYCredit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 103 (Fundamentals of Plant Biology) and Biology 102 (Fundamentals of Animal Biology) or their equivalents

BIO 290 SPECIAL TOPICSThorough discussion on assigned topics in a particular field of specialization (To be enrolled under the student’s adviser)Credit : 3 units

BIO 291 SPECIAL PROBLEMAssigned experimental or laboratory work on any special topic related to one’s field of specialization. Reporting and discussions of results. (To be enrolled under the student’s adviser)Credit : 3 units

BIO 293 BIOMETRYMathematical skills and the processes of statistical analysis necessary in the collection and interpretation of experimental dataCredit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Stat 33 (Biostatistics) or its equivalent

BIO 294 BIOETHICSCritical analysis of issues arising from science, technology, belief structures, rights of an individual and society, and their interrelationships. Topics focus n the ethics of recombinant DNA research, eugenics, germinal choice, in vitro fertilization, abortion, transexualization and euthanasia.

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Credit : 1 unitPrerequisite(s) : Consent of the instructor

BIO 295 INDIVIDUAL STUDIESAn independent research project in a specific area of study under the guidance of an appropriate faculty.Credit : 1-6 units depending on the student and academic adviserPrerequisite(s) : None

BIO 296 SEMINAR IN BIOLOGYOral presentation and discussion of current researches in biology Credit : 1 unit Prerequisite(s) : None

BIO 298 ADVANCED RESEARVH METHODOLOGYPrinciples and methods in biological research including statistical analysisCredit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Stat 33 (Biostatisticsa) or its equivalent

BIO 300 MASTER’S THESISA formal, detailed report on the research conducted based on approved thesis proposal. The research must be an original contribution to the area of specialization.Credit : 6 units

BIO 400 DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONFormal, detailed report on the research conducted based on approved thesis proposal. The research must be an original contribution to the area of specialization.Credit : 12 units (to be enrolled four times, 3 units/semester)

BOT 215 AQUATIC BOTANYIdentification, classification and biology of aquatic plants, including the algae, in both fresh and marine watersCredit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 103 (Fundamentals of Plant Biology) or its equivalent

BOT 232 MORPHOLOGY OF HIGHER VASCULAR PLANTSAnatomy and histology of higher vascular plantsCredit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 103 (Fundamentals of Plant Biology) or its equivalent

BOT 233 MORPHOLOGY OF THALLOPHYTESAnatomy and histology of thallophytesCredit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 103 (Fundamentals of Plant Biology) or its equivalent

BOT 241 ADVANCED PLANT PHYSIOLOGYRecent developments in the field of photosynthesis, photorespiration, respiration, biosynthesis, hormones, transport and other physiological activities of plantsCredit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 103 (Fundamentals of Plant Biology) or its equivalent

BOT 242 PLANT AND WATER RELATIONSMechanisms of and factors affecting water utilization in plantsCredits :3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 103 (Fundamentals of Plant Biology) or its equivalent

BOT 262 PLANT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENTPatterns and regulation of plant growth and developmentCredit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 103 (Fundamentals of Plant Biology) or its equivalent

CHEM 240 STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF BIOMOLECULESStructure and function of biochemical systems; their regulation, biosynthesis and coordinated metabolic pathways. Recent literature in molecular biology.Credits :3 units

CHEM 242 LIPIDS, PROTEINS AND CARBOHYDRATESAdvances in lipid, protein and carbohydrate chemistry. Extraction and separation methods in lipid, protrein and cxarbohydrate analysis.Credit : 3 units

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Prerequisite(s) : Chem 240

CHEM 243 ENZYMESEnzyme structure and function: allosterism. Equilibrium and kinetic aspects of enzymes reactions. Coenzyme functions and structures. Biochemical mechanisms and their regulation.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Chem 240

CHEM 244 NUCLEOTIDES AND NUCLEIC ACIDThe replication of living organisms, mutations, repair mechanisms. Recent development in biochemistry of nucleotide and nucleic acids.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : chem. 240

CHEM 281 ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRYDeals with the nature of air, land and water pollution: pollutants and their effects on the physical, chemical and biological processes and interrelationships between man and his environment: includes pollution monitoring, pollution control and abatement.Credit : 3 units

ENSC 201 PRINCIPLES OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCEMaterials and geologic processes and nature of the lithosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere. Biosphere, principles and interactions associated with land, air and water environments and environmental health.Credit : 3 units (2 units lec, 1 unit lab)

ENSC 202 ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS AND POLICIESEnvironmental laws and policies in research and development in support of environmental management, planning and community advocacy. Institutional framework/ organizations involved with environmental issues.Credit : 1 unit lecture

ENSC 203 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND CONSERVATION Natural resources focus on Philippine resources, issues and problems of natural resource management and conservation.Credit : 3 units lecture

ENSC 206 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND ASSESSMENT Framework and methodology for environmental impact and assessment monitoring, prediction and assessment of impacts on the physical and biological environment, assessment of environmental resources in terms of physical of their potential for utilization and corresponding impact to human activitiesCredit : 4 units lec 2/ lab

ENSC 220 ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGYGeological materials and processes related to their influences on man’s physical environment. Effect of landscape modification and geological hazards such as earthquakes and landslides. Properties of minerals rocks sediments and soils , and geological aspect of waste disposal and water resources. Occasional fieldtrips.Credit : 3 units

ENSC 226 ELEMENTS OF GEOGRAPHYModels of earth, map reading, determination of locations, spatial distribnutions of coastal and marine resources, transportation and human settlements.Credit : 3 units

ENSC 230 METEOROLOGY AND CLIMATOLOGYElements of weather and climate, their measurements, acquisitions, processing, and application of climatological data; classification of world and Philippine climates.Credit : 3 units (2 units lec, 1 unit lab)

ENSC 236 ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATIONRationale of environmental education, and sustainable development, curriculum development, teaching strategies, designing projects and then demonstrating them. Reports, classroom experience, and other devices provide feddback on the implementation of the strategies.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Educational Psychology and Methods of Teaching.

ENSC 240 ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGYPhysical and chemical environment as it affects the physiology and population dynamics of organisms including humans. Stability and maintenance of biochemical cycles.Credit : 3 units

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Prerequisite(s) : Gen. Biology or Gen. Zoology

ENSC 244 ANALYTICAL PROCEDURES IN ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRYAnalytical procedures applicable to research in environmental science.Credit : 2 units lab

ENSC 252 POLLUTION PREVENTIONPast and future industrial development in relation to environmental issues and trends. Economically sustainable industrial development and clean production practices and their practical applications in developed and developing countries. Techniques that promote prevention of pollution.Credit : 3 units (2 units lec, 1 unit)

ENSC 254 PRINCIPLES OF SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENTSolid waste problems in the municipal, industrial, and agricultural areas. Interrelationships with other environmental problems and socio- economic aspects. Quality and quantity variations of solid wastes treatment and management systems; recycling and resource control.Credit : 3 units (2 units lec, 1 unit fieldwork)

ENSC 256 WASTEWATER TREATMENTChemical, physical and biological factors affecting development of water supplies: water quality: municipal and industrial water treatment processes consisting of removal of particulate matter, softening, disinfections, corrosion control, aeration, and taste and odor removal.Credit : 3 units (2 units lec, 1 unit lab)

ENSC 260 MAN AND HIS ENVIRONMENTPolitical, economic, psychological, sociological and anthropological aspects in the design and management of human environments.Credits : 3 units lecture

ENSC 264 ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING AND MANAGEMENTNational, regional and local efforts to plan for the allocation and use of environmental resources with emphasis on land use. Technical, economic and institutional considerations that influence plan development, preparation and implementation.Credit : 3 units lecture

ENSC 268 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT THROUGH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENTLocal community/government approaches to community environmental management; training and technological aspects of environmental management at the community level; effective communications to build partnerships for sustainable community development; waste recovery and recycling.Credit : 3 units lecture

ENSC 280 RESOURCE USE AND DEVELOPMENTEffects of resource use and development on the environment, on social, technical and economic problems.Credit : 3 units lecture.

ENSC 284 FOREST AND WATERSHED MANAGEMENTPrinciple of multiple use, classification and distribution of forests, management in relation to the forest products; regulation, conservation practices and treatment of aggregate resources of a drainage basin for the production of water and the control of erosion, stem flow and flood.Credit : 3 units lecture

ENSC 296 GRADUATE SEMINAROral presentation and discussion on the current researches in environmental science.Credit : 1 unitENSC 298 RESEARCH METHODOLOGYMethods of research including statistics with focus on environmental studies.Course requirement- Research Proposal.Credit : 3 units Prerequisite(s) : Biostatistics

ENSC 299 MASTER’S THESISFormal, detailed report on a research conducted based on an approved thesis proposal.Credit : 6 units

MB 203 MARINE MICROBIOLOGYMarine microorganisms with emphasis on their role in the degradation and recycling nutriments in the marine ecosystem and biotechnological applicationsof some important forms.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec.; 3 hrs lab/ wk)

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MB 212 ADVANCED INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGYSystematics of marine invertebrates; their relationship, life cycle, external and internal anatomy.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec.; 3 hrs. lab/ wk)

MB 214 MARINE PLANKTONOLOGYBiology of marine aquaculture, their importance in the economy of the sea with emphasis on their role in the food chain; sampling methodology, and preparation for biomass and productivity estimates.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec.: 3 hrs. lab/wk)

MB 217 ICTHTYOLOGYBiology of fishes on classification, anatomy, life cycle, physiology and ecology; conservation and economic importance.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec.: 3 hrs. lab/wk)

MB 221 ADVANCED MARINE ECOLOGYComposition and dynamics of marine ecosystems.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 107 (General Ecology)

MB 226 MARINE ECOSYSTEMSStructure and functions of marine ecosystems.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec.: 3 hrs. lab/wk)

MB 228 MARINE PRODUCTIVITYPrinciples of primary productivity with emphasis on photosynthesis, chemosynthesis, respiration, growth, biomass, chlorophyll; methods of measurement.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec.: 3 hrs. lab/wk)

MB 229 MARINE POLLUTIONTypes of marine pollutants; their sources, distribution and movement; measurements of the level of pollution and methods of control.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec.; 3 hrs. lab/wk)

MB 240 MARINE TOXICOLOGYVenomous and toxic marine organisms; chemical analysis of toxins, their physiological effects, and pharmacologic importance.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec.; 3 hrs. lab/wk)

MB 241A MORPHOLOGY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF MARINE ANIMALSStructure and function relationships of marine animals with emphasis on nutrition, respiration, osmoregulation, and excretion.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec.; 3 hrs. lab/wk)

MB 241B MORPHOLOGY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF MARINE PLANTSStructure and function relationships of marine plants with emphasis on nutrition, respiration, osmoregulation, and excretion.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec.; 3 hrs. lab/wk)

MB 292 MARINE RESOURCE MANAGEMENTPrinciples of marine resource conservation, rational utilization, protection and management of the marine environment; conservation laws.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec./seminar/& 3 hrs.field observations).

MB 293 MARICULTUREPrinciples of aquaculture and their application to the culture of economically important marine organisms; prevention and control of their pests, diseases and parasites; economic feasibility analysis of mariculture ventures.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec.; 3 hrs. lab/wk)

MB 294 FISHERIES BIOLOGYBiology, population dynamics and stock assessment of the living resources of the sea and man’s interaction with them.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs. lec.; 3 hrs. lab/wk)

MB 296 SEMINAR IN MARINE BIOLOGYOral presentation and discussion of current researches in biology.Credit : 1 unit (1 hr./wk seminar session)

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MB 298 MARINE METHODOLOGY Methods and techniques in marine biological research or in oceanographic work.Credit : 3 units (3 hrs.lec/wk)

MB 300 MASTERAL THESISA research study or project to be conducted by masteral student.Credit : 6 units

MCB 201 INDUSTRIAL MICROBIOLOGYThorough discussions on the industrial applications of microorganisms. Major classes of products and processes and microorganisms used in industrial processes will be discussed.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 127 (Gen. Microbiology) or its equivalent

MCB 203 MARINE MICROBIOLOGYMarine microorganisms with emphasis on their role in the degradation and recycling of nutrients in the marine ecosystem. Discussions on the biotechnological applications of some important forms will be included.Credit : 3 units

MCB 205 FOOD MICROBIOLOGYDiscusses the normal flora of foods, their significance, and the manner in which foods may be protected from microbial contamination and microbial spoilage. Food products manufactured by microbial fermentation, the role of foods in the tranbsmission of the diseases and food poisoning will be discussed.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 127 (Gen. Microbiology) or its equivalent

MCB 206 DETERMINATIVE BACTERIOLOGYThorough discussions on the criteria for classification and identification of bacteria. Specific groups of bacteria will be isolated and identified.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 127 (Gen. Microbiology) or its equivalent

MCB 207 MICROBIAL TOXINSThorough discussions on the physical, chemical, and biological properties of bacterial and fungal toxins.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 127 (Gen. Microbiology) or its equivalent

MCB 208 MICROBIAL TECHNIQUESDiscussions on standard techniques used in industrial quality control, safety monitoring and in microbial research laboratories.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 127 (Gen. Microbiology) or its equivalent

MCB 209 VIROLOGYBasic characteristics of viruses: structures, chemical composition, reproduction and ways in which viruses are classified into taxonomic groups. Also discusses the ability of viruses to cause disease and methods used to study viruses in the laboratory.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 127 (Gen. Microbiology) or its equivalent

MCB 210 EPIDEMIOLOGYThorough discussions on occurrence and distribution of microbial diseases, control and quantitative procedures.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 127 (Gen. Microbiology) or its equivalent

MCB 221 MICROBIAL ECOLOGYInterrelationship between microorganisms and the biotic and abiotic components of their environment.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 127 (Gen. Microbiology) or its equivalent

MCB 241 MICROBIAL PHYSIOLOGYMetabolic activities and other factors affecting the growth of microorganisms.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 127 (Gen. Microbiology) and Chem 45 (Elementary Biochemistry) or its equivalent

MCB 251 MICROBIAL GENETICS

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Principles of heredity in microbial systems and their application in microbiology and molecular biology.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 127 (Gen. Microbiology) and Bio 106 (Gen. Genetics) or its equivalent

OCEA 201 FUNDAMENTALS OF PHYSICAL, CHEMICAL, AND BIOLOGICAL OCEANOGRAPHYPhysical dynamics and chemical processes of the oceans and instrumentations related to analysis. Biological systems in the sea in relation to the physical and chemical dynamics.Credit : 3 units (2 units lec, 1 unit fieldwork)

OCEA 211 BIOLOGICAL OCEANOGRAPHYBiological systems and processes in the sea; the structure of marine ecosystem and biological flow of energy and matter under various natural and man-made factors; major emphasis on systems ecology, synecology, population ecology, and physiological ecology.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs lec; 3 hrs lab)

OCEA 221 PHYSICAL OCEANOGRAPHYComparative descriptions and physical dynamics of oceans; theories of energy transmissions and the resultant motions such as currents, waves, and tides; instrumentation in oceanographic investigations.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs lec; 3 hrs lab)

OCEA 231 CHEMICAL OCEANOGRAPHYComparative constituents of seawater and the various analytical techniques used to determine their concentrations; emphasis on salinity, major and minor elements, macro- and micronutrients, dissolved and particulate organic and inorganic substances; equilibrium processes which qualitatively affect them.Credit : 3 units (2 hrs lec; 3 hrs lab)

STAT 233 BIOSTATISTICS Application of statistical methods in biological problems.Credit : 3 units (3hrs lec/wk)

ZOO 211 ADVANCED ANIMAL SYSTEMATICSPrinciples and methods of classification and nomenclature in animals.Credit :3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 105 (Systematics)

ZOO 220 ORNITHOLOGYTaxonomy and distribution of birdsCredit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 157 (Comp. Ana. & Phylogeny of Vertebrates) and Biology 107 (Gen. Ecology) or their equivalents

ZOO 227 ZOOGEOGRAPHYEcology and distribution of animal populations on earth.Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Bio 107 (General Ecology); Bio 105 (Systematics) recommended or their equivalents.

ZOO 243 COMPARATIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY OF VERTEBRATESHormonal and parahormonal mechanisms with emphasis on the comparative endocrinology of vertebrates Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 109 (General Physiology) or its equivalent

ZOO 244 PHYSIOLOGY OF REPRODUCTIONReproductive processes and relation of hormones Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 109 (General Physiology) or its equivalent

ZOO 247 PHYSIOLOGY OF INSECTSFunctions of the different structures of various insect groupsCredit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 109 (General Physiology) or its equivalent

ZOO 263 EXPERIMENTAL EMBRYOLOGYExperimental studies of differentiation and organization in embryonic systems Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 120 (Developmental Biology) or its equivalent

ZOO 271 COMPARATIVE HISTOLOGY OF VERTEBRATES

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Structure and function of tissues of vertebrates Credit : 3 unitsPrerequisite(s) : Biology 102 (Fundamentals of Animal Biology) or its equivalent

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Course Descriptive Course Descriptive TitleNo. Title Units Lec Lab Total No. Title Units Lec Lab Total

Math 17 Algebra and Trigonometry 6 6 6 Math 42 Cal for Life Science 5 5 5Eng 1 College English 1 3 3 3 Chem 16 General Chemistry II 3 3 3Hist 1 Philippine History 3 3 3 Chem 16.2 General Chemistry Lab II 2 6 6Chem 15 General Chemistry 1 3 3 3 Bio 102 Fundamentals of Animal Bio 2 2 2Chem 15.2 General Chemistry Lab 1 2 6 6 Bio 102.2 Fund. Of Animal Bio Lab 2 6 6Bio 101 Introduction to BioScience 2 2 2 Bio 103 Fundamentals of Plant Bio 2 2 2Bio 101.1 Introduction to BioSci Lab 1 3 3 Bio 103.2 Fund. Of Plant Biology Lab 2 6 6PE 1 Physical Fitness and Health 2 2 2 Eng 2 College English II 3 3 3MS 11 Military Science 1 (1.5) PE 2 Dance/Martial Arts 2 2 2

MS 12 Military Science 2 (1.5)

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Course Descriptive Course DescriptiveNo. Title Units Lec Lab Total No. Title Units Lec Lab Total

Bio 104 Biodiversity 2 2 2 Bio 105 Systematics 2 2 2Bio 104.1 Biodiversity Lab 1 3 3 Bio 105.2 Systematics Lab 2 6 6Chem 32 Elementary Organic Chem 3 3 3 Bio 106 General Genetics 2 2 2Chem 32.2 Elem Organic Chem Lab 2 6 6 Bio 106.2 General Genetics Lab 2 6 6Stat 33 Biostatistics 4 4 4 Bio 107 General Ecology 2 2 2Philo 1 Intro to Issues and Isms 3 3 3 Bio 107.2 General Ecology Lab 2 6 6Eng 3 Oral Communication 3 3 3 Chem 45 Elementary Biochemistry 3 3 3Hist 5 Life & Works of Rizal 3 3 3 Chem 45.1 Elem Biochem Lab 1 3 3PE 3 Individual and Dual Sports 2 2 2 Hum 1 Introduction to Humanities 3 3 3MS 21 Military Science 3 (1.5) PE 4 Team Sports 2 2 2


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Bio 108 Cell Biology 2 2 2 Phys 11 Intro Physics 1 3 3 3Bio 108.1 Cell Biology Lab 1 3 3 Phys 11.1 Intro Physics Lab 1 1 3 3Bio 109 General Physiology 2 2 2 Fil 1 Sining ng Komunikasyon 3 3 3Bio 109.2 General Physiology Lab 2 6 6 Elective 1 Major 3 2 3 5Bio 110 Evolutionary Biology 3 3 3 Elective 2 Major 3 2 3 5CSc 1 Introduction to Computers 3 2 3 5 Elective 3 Major 3 2 3 5PolScie 2 Phil. Govt., & Const.,Agr.

Reform, Tax'n, Family Plan'g 3 3 3and Population Education

Anthro 1 Introduction to Anthropology 3 3 3

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Phys 12 Intro Physics II 3 3 3 Bio 199 Undergradute Thesis 3 3 3Phys 12.1 Intro Physics Lab II 1 3 3 Elective 7 Major 3 2 3 5Bio 196 Seminar 1 1 1 Elective 8 Major 3 2 3 5Bio 198 Methods of Research 3 3 3 Elective 9 Major 3 2 3 5Hist 3 Hist. of Muslim Fil., & IP's in 3 3 3 Eng 4 Intro to Literature 3 3 3

MinsupalaElective 4 Major 3 2 3 5Elective 5 Major 3 2 3 5Elective 6 Major 3 2 3 5

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Math 17 Algebra and Trigonometry 6 6 6 Math 42 Cal for Life Science 5 5 5Eng 1 College English 1 3 3 3 Chem 16 General Chemistry II 3 3 3Hist 1 Philippine History 3 3 3 Chem 16.2 General Chemistry Lab II 2 6 6Chem 15 General Chemistry 1 3 3 3 Bio 102 Fundamentals of Animal Bio 2 2 2Chem 15.2 General Chemistry Lab 1 2 6 6 Bio 102.2 Fund. Of Animal Bio Lab 2 6 6Bio 101 Introduction to BioScience 2 2 2 Bio 103 Fundamentals of Plant Bio 2 2 2Bio 101.1 Introduction to BioSci Lab 1 3 3 Bio 103.2 Fund. Of Plant Biology Lab 2 6 6PE 1 Physical Fitness and Health 2 Eng 2 College English II 3 3 3MS 11 Military Science 1 (1.5) PE 2 Dance/Martial Arts 2


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Bio 104 Biodiversity 2 2 2 Bio 105 Systematics 2 2 2Bio 104.1 Biodiversity Lab 1 3 3 Bio 105.2 Systematics Laboratory 2 6 6Chem 32 Elementary Organic Chem 3 3 3 Bio 108 Cell Biology 2 2 2Chem 32.2 Elem Organic Chem Lab 2 6 6 Bio 108.2 Cell Biology Laboratory 1 3 3Stat 33 Biostatistics 4 4 4 Bio 107 General Ecology 2 2 2Philo 1 Intro to Issues and Isms 3 3 3 Bio 107.2 General Ecology Lab 2 6 6Eng 3 Oral Communication 3 3 3 Chem 45 Elementary Biochemistry 3 3 3Hist 5 Life & Works of Rizal 3 3 3 Chem 45.1 Elem Biochem Lab 1 3 3PE 3 Individual and Dual Sports 2 2 2 Hum 1 Introduction to Humanities 3 3 3MS 21 Military Science 3 (1.5) PE 4 Team Sports 2 2 2


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Bio 106 General Genetics 2 2 2 Phys 11 Intro Physics 1 3 3 3Bio 106.2 General Genetics Lab 2 3 3 Phys 11.1 Intro Physics Lab 1 1 3 3Bio 175 Plant Morphoanatomy 2 2 2 Fil 1 Sining ng Komunikasyon 3 3 3Bio 175.1 Plant Morphoanatomy Lab 1 6 6 Bio 109 General Physiology 2 2 2Bio 110 Evolutionary Biology 3 3 3 Bio 109.2 General Physiology Lab 2 6 6CSc 1 Introduction to Computers 3 2 3 5 Bio 176 Plant Growth & Dev. 2 2 2PolScie 2 Phil. Govt., & Const.,Agr. Bio 176.1 Plant Growth & Dev. Lab 1 3 3

Reform, Tax'n, Family Plan'g 3 3 3 Bio 177 Economic Botany 3 3 3and Population Education

Bio 182.2 Plant Microtechnique Lab 2 6 6Anthro 1 Introduction to Anthropology 3 3 3

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Phys 12 Intro Physics II 3 3 3 Bio 199 Undergradute Thesis 3 3 3Phys 12.1 Intro Physics Lab II 1 3 3 Bio 178 Biotechnology 2 2 2Bio 196 Seminar 1 1 1 Elective 2 Major 3 2 3 5Bio 198 Methods of Research 3 3 3 Elective 3 Major 3 2 3 5Bio 136 Biogeography 3 3 3 Hist 3 Hist. of Muslim, Filipino & IP's 3 3 3Elective 1 Major 3 3 3 in MinsupalaBio 127 General Microbiology 2 2 2 Eng 4 Introduction to Literature 3 3 3Bio 127.2 General Microbiology Lab 2 6 6

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Bio 108 Cell Biology 2 2 2 Phys 11 Intro Physics 1 3 3 3Bio 108.1 Cell Biology Lab 1 3 3 Phys 11.1 Intro Physics Lab 1 1 3 3Bio 109 General Physiology 2 2 2 Fil 1 Sining ng Komunikasyon 3 3 3Bio 109.2 General Physiology Lab 2 6 6 Bio 166 Marine Plants 2 2 2Bio 110 Evolutionary Biology 3 3 3 Bio 166.1 Marine Plants Laboratory 1 3 3CSc 1 Introduction to Computers 3 2 3 5 Bio 167 Marine Vertebrates 2 2 2PolScie 2 Phil. Govt., & Const.,Agr. Bio 167.1 Marine Vertebrates Lab 1 3 3

Reform, Tax'n, Family Plan'g 3 3 3 Bio 168 Marine Invertebrates 2 2 2and Population Education Bio 168.1 Marine Invertebrates Lab 1 3 3


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Phys 12 Intro Physics II 3 3 3 Bio 199 Undergradute Thesis 3 3 3Phys 12.1 Intro Physics Lab II 1 3 3 Bio 171 Marine Toxicology 2 2 2Bio 196 Seminar 1 1 1 Bio 171.1 Marine Toxicology Lab 1 3 3Bio 198 Methods of Research 3 3 3 Bio 172 Marine Ecology 2 2 2Hist 3 Hist. of Muslim Fil., & IP's in 3 3 3 Bio 172.1 Marine Ecology Lab 1 3 3

Minsupala Bio 173 Marine Pollution 2 2 2Bio 169 Marine Plankton 2 2 2 Bio 173.1 Marine Pollution Lab 1 3 3Bio 169.1 Marine Plankton Laboratory 1 3 3 Bio 174 Marine Resource Management 2 2 2Bio 170 Marine Microbiology 2 2 2 Bio 174.1 Marine Resource Mgt. Lab 1 3 3Bio 170.1 Marine Microbiology Lab 1 3 3 Eng 4 Introduction to Literature 3 3 3Ocea 101 Oceanology 2 2 2Ocea 101.1 Oceanology Laboratory 1 3 3

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Bio 108 Cell Biology 2 2 2 Phys 11 Intro Physics 1 3 3 3Bio 108.1 Cell Biology Lab 1 3 3 Phys 11.1 Intro Physics Lab 1 1 3 3Bio 109 General Physiology 2 2 2 Fil 1 Sining ng Komunikasyon 3 3 3Bio 109.2 General Physiology Lab 2 6 6 Bio 156 Invertebrate Biology 2 2 2Bio 110 Evolutionary Biology 3 3 3 Bio 156.1 Invertebrate Biology Lab 1 3 3CSc 1 Introduction to Computers 3 2 3 5 Bio 120 Developmental Biology 2 2 2PolScie 2 Phil. Govt., & Const.,Agr. Bio 120.1 Developmental Biology Lab 1 3 3

Reform, Tax'n, Family Plan'g 3 3 3 Bio 157 Comp. Vert. Ana. & Phylogeny 2 2 2and Population Education Bio 157.2 Comp. Vert. Ana. & Phylo. Lab 2 6 6


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Phys 12 Intro Physics II 3 3 3 Bio 199 Undergradute Thesis 3 3 3Phys 12.1 Intro Physics Lab II 1 3 3 Bio 141 Philippine Wildlife 2 2 2Bio 196 Seminar 1 1 1 Bio 141.1 Philippine Wildlife Laboratory 1 3 3Bio 198 Methods of Research 3 3 3 Elective 1 Major 3 2 3 5Hist 3 Hist. of Muslim Fil., & IP's in 3 3 3 Elective 2 Major 3 2 3 5

Minsupala Eng 4 Introduction to Literature 3 3 3Bio 158 Animal Histology 2 2 2Bio 158.1 Animal Histology Lab 1 3 3Bio 159 Zoogeography 3 3 3Bio 160 Parasitology 2 2 2Bio 160.1 Parasitology Laboratory 1 3 3

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BS BIOLOGY COURSES

Bio 1 Basic BiologyDeals with the fundamental concepts of biology sciences leading to their full understanding especially as they relate to humans. This may include demonstrations of laboratory skills and other teaching strategies.Credit : 3 units (2 h lec, 3 H Lab)

Bio 101 Introduction to Biological ScienceHistory of biology as a science, unifying concepts in biology, cellular basis of life. Ongoing flow of life, evolutionary concepts and ecology.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : none

Bio 101.1 Introduction to Biological Sciences LaboratoryLaboratory component of Biology 101.1Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 102 Fundamentals of Animal BiologyAnimal system and their control- information flow and the neuron, nervous systems, integration and control, sensory systems, motor systems, circulation, immunity, respiration, digestion and organic metabolism, temperature control and fluid regulation, reproduction and development.Credit : 2 units (6 h lab)

Bio 103 Fundamentals of Plant BiologyOverview of the plant body, plant functioning, reproduction and embryonic development, growth and development.Credit :2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 101

Bio 104 BiodiversityConcepts and principles in biodiversity. The courseintegrates basic biological concepts pertaining to biodiversity of genetic, species and ecosystems levels and their socio-economic relevance. Theoretical and experimental approaches in the understanding of biodiversity will be given a major attention.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 103.2 Fundamentals of Plant Biology LabLaboratory component of Biology 103.Credit : 2 units (6 h lab)

Bio 104.1 Biodiversity LaboratoryLaboratory component of Biology 104.Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 105 SystematicsScientific study of the kinds and diversity of organisms (populations, species and higher taxa) and the relationships among them, determination by means of comparison of what the unique properties of each species and higher taxa are properties certain taxon have in common and biological causes of the difference or shared characteristics, study of variation within taxa.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103Bio 105.2 Systematics LaboratoryLaboratory component of Biology 105.Credit : 2 units (6 h lab)Bio 106 General GeneticsGeneral principles of the patterns of inheritance, variations of Mendel’s themes, chromosomal theory, linkage, quantitative traits, molecular basis of inheritance, recombinant DNA and genetic engineering.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)

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Bio 106.2 General Genetics LabLaboratory component of Biology 106.Credit : 2 units (6 h lab)

Bio 107 General EcologyIntroduction to the general principles of ecology, nature of populations, communities, ecosystem, biosphere, human impact on the biosphere.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 107.2 General Ecology LabLaboratory component of Biology 107.Credit : 2 units (6 h lab)

Bio 108 Cell BiologyCell organization and function, chemical foundations of cells, carbon compound in cells, molecular organization of cell structure and function, membrane structure and function, ground rules and operating principles of metabolism, energy acquiring and releasing pathways.Credit : 2units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 108.2 Cell biology LabLaboratory component of Biology 108.Credit ; 2 units (6 h lab)

Bio 109 General PhysiologyPhylogeny in plant and animal functions; sources of energy and its distribution, environmental relations, integration and control; reproduction and development.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 109.2 General Physiology LabLaboratory component of Biology 109.Credit : 2 units (6 h lab)

Bio 110 Evolutionary BiologyDarwinian and non-Darwinian scientific views on the origin of life; evolution of populations; origin of species and speciation process; macroevolution and micro evolution.Credit : 3 units (3 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 104, Bio 105

Bio 111 CytogeneticsChromosomal basis of heredity; chromosomal basis of recombination; mapping chromosomes; chromosomal basis of sex; sex-linked inheritance; chromosomal alterations; mapping human chromosomes; extranuclear inheritance.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 106

Bio 111.1 Cytogenetics LabLaboratory component of Biology 109.Credit : 1 units (3 h lab)

Bio 112 Molecular GeneticsMolecular basis of inheritance; DNA replication and repair; gene to mproteins; genetics of viruses and bacteria, control of gene expression and development, and recombinant DNA technology.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 108

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Bio 112.1 Molecular Genetic LabLaboratory component of Biology 112.Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 113 Human Genetics

Mendelian inheritance in humans, human pedigrees; dominantly inherited disorders; recessively disorders; sex-related traits and disorders; polygenic disorders; genetic screening and counseling.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 106

Bio 113.1 Human Genetics LabLaboratory component of Biology 113.Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)Bio 114 Microbial GeneticsInheritance and variability in microorganisms; genetic manipulation of microorganisms.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 106

Bio 114.1 Microbial Genetics LabLaboratory component of Biology 114.Credit : 1 units (3 h lab)

Bio 115 Population and Quantitative GeneticsGenetics of populations; gene frequency and equilibrium; causes of microevolution; nature and extent of variation within and between populations; quantitative inheritance; analysis of quantitative characters.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 106

Bio 115.1 Population and Quantitative Genetics LabLaboratory component of Biology 115.Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 116 Developmental GeneticsGenetic basis of development; differentiation and pattern; genome modification; aging as a stage in development; epigenesist and preformation.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 106

Bio 116.1 Developmental Genetics LabLaboratory component of Biology 116.Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 117 Insect GeneticsGenetics of selected insect groups; structure and function of selected insect genomes; control of gene expression; genetic manipulation in selected insect groups.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 106Bio 117.1 Insect Genetics LabLaboratory component of Biology 117.Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 118 Biosocial GeneticsGenetics in relation to society; genetics issues and politics; genetic disorders, genetic manipulations and society.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 106

Bio 118.1 Biosocial Genetics Lab

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Laboratory component of Biology 118.Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 119 Advanced GeneticsDiscussion on current trends, concepts in genetics at the molecular, cellular and population level.Credit : 3 units (3 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 106

Bio 120 Developmental BiologyMorphogenesis and cytodifferentiation in plants; ontogenetic and phylogenetic development in animals.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 121 ImmunologyScientific study of natural resistance to pathogens and of the immune systems; immunogenicity and antigenic specificity; structure and functions of immunoglobulins;Complement system; autoimmunity; mimmunity and infection; tumor immunology; immnuomodualtion.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)

Bio 121.1 Immunology LabLaboratory component of Biology 121.Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 122 MicrotechniqueMethods and the techniques of the collection, processing, staining and preservation of unicellular organisms, tissues and fragments from living organisms.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 122.1 Microtechnique LabLaboratory component of Biology 122.Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 123 Recombination DNA TechniquesStudy on the principles and techniques of recombinant DNA technology and their applications in industry, agriculture, medicine and allied fields.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 108

Bio 123.1 Recombination DNA Techniques LaboratoryLaboratory component of Biology 123Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 124 PhycologyStudy on the structure and function of major algal groups; diversity and systematics of unicellular and multicellular algae found in aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Philippoine specimens will be the major materials for the study.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 103

Bio 124.1 Phycology LabLaboratory component of Biology 124Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 125 MycologyStudy on the structure and function of major groups of fungi; taxonomy, ecology and evolution of major taxa. Emphasis will be on Philippine specimens.

Bio 125.1 Mycology Lab

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Laboratory component of Biology 125Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 126 Radiation BiologyInteraction of radiation with biological matter; ionizing radiation, radioactivity, radiation detection and dositometry; uses in biology; effects on molecules; cellular radiation biology, effects on organs systems; effects on humans, and radiation protection.Credit : 3 units (3 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 127 General BiologyIntroduction to the concepts of the structure and function in microorganisms, laboratory techniques in the study of microorgsnisms.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 127.2 General Biology LabLaboratory component of Biology 127Credit : 2 units (6 h lab)

Bio 128 General VirologyCharacteristics of viruses, including structure, chemical composition and reproduction. Included also are epidemiology and methods of detection.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 127

Bio 128.1 General Virology LabLaboratory component of Biology 128Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 129 Microbial TaxonomyTaxonomic relationships among groups in the microbial world; discussions on the various classification systems and the criteria for identification and classification.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 127

Bio 129.1 Microbial Taxonomy LabLaboratory component of Biology 129Credit : 1 units (1 h lab)

Bio 130 Microbial PhysiologyEnergy-yielding and energy-requiring processes in microorganisms and microbial nutrition. Included are discussions on growth, differentiation and transport systems in microorganisms.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 109

Bio 130.1 Microbial Physiology LabLaboratory component of Biology 130Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 131 Microbial EcologyScientific investigation on the natural occurrence of microbes in the environment and the interrelationship of microorganisms and other organisms like man, other animal and plants.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 127

Bio 131.1 Microbial Ecology LabLaboratory component of Biology 131Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

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Bio 132 Industrial MicrobiologyIndustrial applications of microorganisms- both naturally occurring and genetically engineered. Major categories of industrial products and processes will be identified. Industrial production of some substance that result from microbial dissimilation reactions and microbial synthesis will be described.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 127

Bio 132.1 Industrial Microbiology LabLaboratory component of Biology 132Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 133 Food MicrobiologyDiscussions of the significance of microorganisms in food. Characterize the microbes normally present in foods. Outline the general principles that serves as the basis for food preservations. Discuss the types of spoilage that may occur in fresh and canned goods and identification of the responsible microorganisms.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 127

Bio 133.1 Food Microbiology LabLaboratory component of Biology 133Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 134 General Pathology and EpidemiologyStudies of diseases, their effects on plants and animals, and their treatment.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 127

Bio 134.1 General Pathology and Epidemiology LabLaboratory component of Biology 134Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 135 BacteriologyPrinciples of Bacteriology, medical bacteriology, infection and immunity.Credit : 3 units (3 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 127

Bio 135.1 Bacteriology LabLaboratory component of Biology 135Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 136 BiogeographyDistribution pattern and diversity of living organisms in the biosphere and how pattern and diversity develop changed and maintain over time and space. Philippine biogeography will be emphasized in the course.Credit : 3 units (3 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 104, Bio 105

Bio 137 Population EcologyConcepts related with spatial and temporal variations of individuals and group ofindividuals. Biological, physical and chemical factors that affect these variations and the structure and function that emerge will be given attention.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 107

Bio 137.1 Population Ecology LabLaboratory component of Biology 137Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

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Bio 138 Behavioral EcologyBehavioral patterns at the individual and population levels and their implications at the community and ecosystem levels. Special focus will be given to sociality, reproductive, integrative, defensive and optimal foraging behaviors.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 107

Bio 138.1 Behavioral Ecology LabLaboratory component of Biology 138Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 139 Community EcologyConcepts related at the individual and population levels and their implications at the community and the ecosystem levels. Special focus will be given to sociality, reproductive, integrative, defense and optimal foraging behaciors.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 107

Bio 139.1 Community Ecology LabLaboratory component of Biology 139Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 140 Introduction to Environmental ScienceHolistic understanding on the role of man in his environment. The course will include the evolution of man and diversity and magnitude of modifications impacted by man in the environment. Environmental impact assessment will be prime practical activity.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 140 Introduction to Environmental Science LabLaboratory component of Biology 140Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 141 Philippine WildlifeSpecies composition, distribution and abundance of plants and animals endedmic and introduced to the Philippine habitats. Parameters that determine the variability and the pattern in the distribution and the abundance of Philippine Wildlife will be given focus.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 104, Bio 105

Bio 141.1 Philippine Wildlife LabLaboratory component of Biology 141Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 142 Ecosystem EcologyConcepts related with spatial and temporal variations of assemblages of communities and/or ecosystems. Biological, physical and chemical factors that affect these emerge will be given attention.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 107

Bio 142.1 Ecosystem Ecology LabLaboratory component of Biology 142Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 143 Biological Resource ManagementA general course on concepts related with the sustainable use of biological resources. Approaches in resource management including assessment, Multiple and integrated use, conflict resolution, nature parks and reservices, resource evaluation And equitability and gender roles will be covered.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

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Bio 143.1 Biological Resource Management LaboratoryLaboratory component of Biology 143Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 144 Terrestrial EcologyThe distribution and abundance of aquatic organisms as affected by biological, physical and chemical processes and structures of inland, estuarine and marine waters. Major attention will be given to the Philippine and local setting.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 144.1 Terrestrial Ecology LabLaboratory component of Biology 144Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 145 Aquatic EcologyThe distribution and abundance of aquatic organisms as affected by biological, physical and chemical processes and structures of inland, estuarine and marine waters. Major attention will be given to the Philippine and local settine.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 145.1 Aquatic Ecology LabLaboratory component of Biology 145Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 146 General EntomologyStudy on selected representatives of arthropods to which the insects belong; their physiogenetic and evolutionary development; morphology, anatomy, physiology and behavior of insects.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 146.1 General Entomology LabLaboratory component of Biology 146Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 147 Insect Morphology and TaxonomyForms and structures of the insect’s body plan as well as the structural modifications and functional capacities in their context of their phylogenetic and evolutionary development. Included are principles involved in the use of morphological characters in describing, naming and classifying insects to produce a useful and meaningful groupings. Emphasis will be on Philippine insects.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 147.1 Insect Morphology and Taxonomy LaboratoryLaboratory component of Biology 147Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 148 Insect PhysiologyLife processes in the major orders of insect; nutrition, digestion, excretion and salt and water balance, gas exchange, metabolism, muscular system and motion, receptors and sense organs, nervous coordination and integration systems and hormones.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 109

Bio 148.1 Insect Physiology LabLaboratory component of Biology 148Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

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Bio 149 Insect DevelopmentBiology and development of the various groups of insects. This considers the different in the body and behavior of the different stages of the individual insect.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 149.1 Insect Development LabLaboratory component of Biology 149Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 150 Medical EntomologyStudies of the taxonomy, ecology, morphology, physiology, and control of medically important Philippine arthropods which are agents of/or vectors of human and animal diseases. Included are the discussions on the epidemiology, etiology, and cure of arthropod-borne diseases and their implications on the economy of the community in particular and the country in general.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 150.1 Medical Entomology LabLaboratory component of Biology 150Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 151 Insect EcologyInsects and their relation to their environment; their population dynamics and distribution in nature; included are the tremendous adaptive diversity of insects in response to varying environmental conditions, both physical and biotic conditions.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 151.1 Insect Ecology LabLaboratory component of Biology 151Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 152 Crop Protection EntomologyBiology of major insect pests of plants with emphasis on taxonomyCredit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 152.1 Crop Protection Entomology LabLaboratory component of Biology 152Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 153 Insecticide ToxicologyAn ecological approach to pest nonmanagement which highly considers the adverse side effects of persistent chemical/insecticide in the control of the insect enemies. The study considers concepts related to the judicious use of pesticides or other alternative in pest management.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 148

Bio 153.1 Insecticide Toxicology LabLaboratory component of Biology 153Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 154 Biological of Entomophagous InsectsBiology of predatory and parasitic insects; taxonomy, ecology, behavior, reproduction and development; economic importance; role in pest management as biological control agents.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)

Bio 154.1 Biological of Entomophagous Insects Laboratory

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Laboratory component of Biology 154Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 155 Insect PathologyTaxonomy and general biology of microorganisms pathogenic to insects; culture/propagation of microorganisms of control.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 155.1 Insect Pathology LabLaboratory component of Biology 155Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 156 Invertebrate BiologyDiversity of terrestrial and aquatic materials without backbone. A study on aspects of morphology, physiology, anatomy, behavior and ecology will included.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 156.1 Invertebrate Biology LabLaboratory component of Biology 156Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 157 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy & PhylogenyDiversity and evolution of vertebrates. A comparative study on aspects of morphology and phylogeny will be the main approach.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 157.2 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy & Phylogeny LabLaboratory component of Biology 157Credit : 2 units (6h lab)

Bio 158 Animal HistologyA comparative study on the structure and function on the different tissues of the animal body.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 158.1 Animal HistologyLaboratory component of Biology 158Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 159 ZoogeographyDistribution pattern and diversity of animals in the biosphere and diversity develop, change and maintained over time and space. Philippine biogeography will be emphasized in the course.Credit : 3 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 160 ParasitologyDiversity in organisms that live in other organisms. The course include aspects on host-parasite immunology, physiology, ecology and epidemiology. Techniques on isolation and identification of parasites will be included.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 160.1 Parasitology LaLaboratory component of Biology 160Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 161 Ichthyology

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Diversity and systematics of fishes. Aspects on evolution, physiology, ecology and behavior will be included.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 161.1 Ichthyology LabLaboratory component of Biology 160Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 162 Wildlife EcologyInteraction of wildlife organisms and their environment: population, community and ecosystem level of discussion.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 162.1 Wildlife Ecology LabLaboratory component of Biology 162Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 163 Mosses, Hepatics and FernsDiversity and systematics of mosses, hepatics and ferns found in aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Philippine specimens will be the major materials for the study.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 103

Bio 163.1 Mosses, Hepatics and Ferns LabLaboratory component of Biology 163Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 164 Gymnosperms and AngiospermsDiversity and systematics of seed-bearing plants in aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Philippine specimens will be the major materials for the study.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 103

Bio 164.1 Gymnosperms and Angiosperms LaboratoryLaboratory component of Biology 164Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 165 Vertebrate ZoologyBiology of Philippine Vertebrates; taxonomy and systematics, distribution and status; and method of conservation.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 165.1 Vertebrate Zoology LabLaboratory component of Biology 165Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 166 Marine PlantsTaxonomy and systematics, physiology, life history and ecology of marine plants.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 103

Bio 166.1 Marine Plants LabLaboratory component of Biology 166Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 167 Marine VertebratesSystematics, ecology, ethology, physiology and morphology of marine vertebrates.

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Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 167.1 Marine Vertebrates LabLaboratory component of Biology 167Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 168 Marine InvertebratesSystematics, ecology, ethology, physiology and morphology of marine vertebrates.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102

Bio 168.1 Marine Invertebrates LabLaboratory component of Biology 168Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 169 Marine PlanktonBiology of marine plankton, their imporatnace in the economy of the sea with emphasis on their role in the food chain, sampling methods and preparation for biomass and productivity estimates.

Bio 169.1 Marine Plankton LabLaboratory component of Biology 169Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 170 Marine MicrobiologyMarine microorganisms with emphasis on their role in the degradation and recycling in the marine ecosystems and biotechnological applications of some important forms.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 170.1 Marine Microbiology LabLaboratory component of Biology 170Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab

Bio 171 Marine ToxicologyVenomous and toxic marine organisms. Chemical analysis of toxins, their physiological effects and pharmacological importance.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 171.1 Marine Toxicology LabLaboratory component of Biology 171Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 172 Marine EcologyBiological, Chemical and physical structures and processes in the oceans that determinbe the distribution and abundance of marine organisms.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 107

Bio 172.1 Marine Ecology LabLaboratory component of Biology 172Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 173 Marine PollutionTypes of marine pollutants, their sources, distribution and movement, measurements of the level pollution and methods of control.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)

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Bio 173.1 Marine Pollution LabLaboratory component of Biology 173Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)Bio 174 Marine Resource ManagementPrinciples of marine resource conservation, rational utilization, protection and management of the marine environment; conservation laws.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 107

Bio 174.1 Marine Resource Management LaboratoryLaboratory component of Biology 174Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 179 LimnologyChemical, physical and biological properties of freshwater environments.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 102, Bio 103

Bio 179.1 Limnology LabLaboratory component of Biology 179Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 180 OrnithologyDeals with the morphology, physiology, ecology, evolutionary origin, classification and systematic relationships, zoogeographic and altitudinal distribution of birds in the Philippines.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)Prerequisite : Bio 157

Bio 180.1 Ornithology Lab, field workLaboratory component of Biology 180Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 181 MammalogyDeals with the morphology, physiology, ecology, evolutionary origin, classification and systematic relationships, zoogeographic and altitudinal distribution of birds in the Philippine.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)

Bio 181.1 Mammalogy LabLaboratory component of Biology 181Credit : 1 unit (3 h lab)

Bio 196 SeminarA discussion of traditional and current approaches/methodologies; oral presentation and discussion of current researches in biological sciences.Credit : 1 unitPrerequisite : Senior standing

Bio 198 Methods of ResearchPlanning and designing of undergraduate research. Writing and submission of approved thesis proposal and experimental stage.Credit : 3 units

Bio 199 Undergraduate ThesisActual conduct of research topic in Biology as per approved proposal. Students are required to write the final thesis manuscript and present this to a panel for evaluationCredit : 3 unitsPrerequisite : Bio 198

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Ocea 101 OceanologyStudy of the geological, physical, biological and chemical processes in the ocean. The course also includes meteorology.Credit : 2 units (2 h lec)

Ocea 101.1 Oceanology LabLaboratory component of Ocea 101.Credit : 1 unit ( 3 h lab)

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