printer friendly pageGES 115: Engineering Geology and Global Change (CEE 196)
The application of geology and global change to the planning, design, and operation of engineering projects. Case histories taught in a seminar setting and field trips emphasize the impact of geology and global change on both individual engineering works and the built environment by considering Quaternary history and tectonics, anthropogenic sea level rise, active geologic processes, engineering properties of geologic deposits, site exploration, and professional ethics. Prerequisite:
GES 1 or consent of instructor.
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci
GES 181: Metamorphic Processes
For juniors, seniors, and beginning graduate students in Earth Sciences. Thermodynamics and phase equilibria of multiple component systems; use of phase equilibria to determine pressure and temperature of metamorphic assemblages; geochronology of metamorphic rocks; heat flow in the lithosphere; links between tectonics and metamorphism; and the role of heat and mass transfer in the Earth's crust and mantle. Labs emphasize identification of metamorphic rocks and minerals for common pelitic and basic rocks and interpretation of rock textures. May be taken for 3 units without lab. Prerequisites: 102, 103, or consent of instructor.
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci
HUMBIO 2A: Genetics, Evolution, and Ecology
Introduction to the principles of classical and modern genetics, evolutionary theory, and population biology. Topics: micro- and macro-evolution, population and molecular genetics, biodiversity, and ecology, emphasizing the genetics and ecology of the evolutionary process and applications to human populations.
HUMBIO 2A and 2B must be taken concurrently.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 5
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA
Instructors:
Durham, W. (PI)
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Preston, K. (PI)
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Talbot, W. (PI)
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Instructors:
Durham, W. (PI)
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Preston, K. (PI)
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Talbot, W. (PI)
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Burch, H. (TA)
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Jew, O. (TA)
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Layne, S. (TA)
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Pedreira, R. (TA)
HUMBIO 3A: Cell and Developmental Biology
The principles of the biology of cells: principles of human developmental biology, biochemistry of energetics and metabolism, the nature of membranes and organelles, hormone action and signal transduction in normal and diseased states (diabetes, cancer, autoimmune diseases), drug discovery, immunology, and drug addiction.
HUMBIO 3A and 3B must be taken concurrently. Prerequisite: college chemistry or completion of the HumBio chemistry lecture series during the fall quarter.
Terms: Win
| Units: 5
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA
Instructors:
Fuller, M. (PI)
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Nusse, R. (PI)
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Talbot, W. (PI)
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Fuller, M. (PI)
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Nusse, R. (PI)
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Talbot, W. (PI)
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Jew, O. (TA)
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Layne, S. (TA)
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Pedreira, R. (TA)
HUMBIO 4A: The Human Organism
Organ system physiology: the principles of neurobiology and endocrinology, and the functions of body organs. The mechanisms of control, regulation, and integration of organ systems function.
HUMBIO 4A and 4B must be taken concurrently.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 5
| UG Reqs: WAY-SMA, GER: DB-NatSci
Instructors:
Fisher, P. (PI)
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Heller, H. (PI)
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Burch, H. (TA)
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HUMBIO 6: Human Origins (ANTHRO 6, ANTHRO 206)
The human fossil record from the first non-human primates in the late Cretaceous or early Paleocene, 80-65 million years ago, to the anatomically modern people in the late Pleistocene, between 100,000 to 50,000 B.C.E. Emphasis is on broad evolutionary trends and the natural selective forces behind them.
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci
HUMBIO 91Q: Neuroethology: The Neural Control of Behavior
Preference to sophomores. Animal behavior offers insights about evolutionary adaptations and this seminar will discuss the origins of the study of animal behavior and its development to the present. How does the nervous system control behavior and how is it changed by behavior? We will analyze and discuss original research papers about the neural basis of behavior. The use and misuse of parallels between animal and human behavior. Possible field trip to observe animals in their natural habitat.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA
Instructors:
Fernald, R. (PI)
HUMBIO 112: Conservation Biology: A Latin American Perspective (BIO 144, BIO 234)
Principles and application of the science of preserving biological diversity. Conceptually, this course is designed to explore 4 major components relevant to the conservation of biodiversity, as exemplified by the Latin American region. The conceptual frameworks and principles, however, should be generally applicable, and provide insights for all regions of the world, including those of lesser biodiversity. Satisfies Central Menu Area 4 for Bio majors. Prerequisite:
BIO 101, or
BIO 43 or
HUMBIO 2A with consent of instructor. Graduate level students will be expected to conduct a literature research exercise leading to a written paper, addressing a topic of their choosing, derived from any of the themes discussed in class.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci
Instructors:
Dirzo, R. (PI)
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Morrison, B. (TA)
HUMBIO 133: Human Physiology (BIO 112)
Human physiology will be examined by organ systems: respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, and gastrointestinal. Concepts of cell and molecular biology that underlie organ development, pathophysiology and opportunities for regenerative medicine will be introduced. Signaling and integrative control by the endocrine, autonomic and central nervous systems will be introduced. Prerequisite: Biology or Human Biology core.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci
Instructors:
Kao, P. (PI)
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Hamaguchi, R. (TA)
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Juszczak, H. (TA)
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Instructors:
Kao, P. (PI)
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Hamaguchi, R. (TA)
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Juszczak, H. (TA)
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Sztraicher, D. (TA)
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Zaw, C. (TA)
HUMBIO 145L: The Biology and Evolution of Language (ANTHRO 171, ANTHRO 271)
Lecture course surveying the biology, linguistic functions, and evolution of the organs of speech and speech centers in the brain, language in animals and humans, the evolution of language itself, and the roles of innateness vs. culture in language. Suitable both for general education and as preparation for further studies in anthropology, biology, linguistics, medicine, psychology, and speech & language therapy. Anthropology concentration: CS, EE. No prerequisites.
Last offered: Winter 2014
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA
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