Upper-Division

METX 100 Introduction to Microbiology

Introduces the biology of microorganisms (bacteria, archaea, viruses, fungi, and unicellular eukaryotes), with an emphasis on bacteria. Topics include microbial cell structure and function, physiology, metabolism, genetics, and diversity. Also considers the role of microbes in human health, the environment, biotechnology, and food production. Students cannot receive credit for both this course and METX 119.

Credits

5

Instructor

Jacqueline Kimmey, Michael Patnode

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 20A.

Quarter offered

Fall, Spring

METX 101 Sources and Fates of Pollutants

Presents in-depth important principles of environmental toxicology related to the introduction, transport, and fate of toxicants in aquatic and terrestrial environments, including environmental chemistry and biogeochemical cycles as well as exposure pathways and uptake by organisms. Additional emphasis placed on susceptibility and effects of toxicants across organ systems, toxicokinetic and biomarkers of exposure, and effects at the ecosystem level. Students cannot receive credit for this course and METX 201.

Credits

5

Instructor

The Staff, Chad Saltikov

METX 102 Cell and Molecular Toxicology

Emphases of biochemical, cellular, and organ system basis of intoxication, including dose-response relationships, biotransformation of toxicants, biochemical mechanisms underlying toxicity, factors influencing toxic action, and biomarkers of exposure. Emphasizes effects of various classes of toxins, including heavy metals and persistent synthetic organics, with a focus on susceptible biochemical/cellular processes of the central nervous, immune, hepatic, and renal target organ systems. Designed for advanced undergraduates. Students cannot receive credit for this course and METX 202. (Formerly Cellular and Organismal Toxicology.)

Credits

5

Instructor

Donald Smith, Raquel Saltikov

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 20A and BIOE 20B or equivalent; BIOL 100 and BIOC 110 recommended. Enrollment restricted to juniors and seniors.

Quarter offered

Winter

METX 115 Environmental Health Science

Addresses challenges related to environmental health, their impact on the health of biological structures, and humans as active elements in the process of environmental degradation, and as passive elements as well. Students discuss events as case studies of environmental health that contributed to environmental protection, and disease control and prevention. Course involves collaborative endeavor in which students develop a group assignment throughout the 10 weeks of the course that is evaluated at the end of the course.

Credits

5

Instructor

Raquel Chamorro-Garcia

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 20A and ENVS 23.

General Education Code

PR-E

Quarter offered

Spring

METX 119 Microbiology

Cell and molecular biology of bacteria and their viruses, including applications in medicine, public health, agriculture, and biotechnology. Students cannot receive credit for both this course and METX 100.

Credits

5

Instructor

Karen Ottemann, Victoria Stone

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): BIOC 100A or BIOL 101 or BIOL 100 or CHEM 103.

METX 119L Microbiology Laboratory

An introduction to the principles and practices of laboratory microbiology, with a substantial presentation of optical microscopy.

Credits

5

Instructor

The Staff, Chad Saltikov

Requirements

Prerequisites: Satisfaction of Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements; and one course from the following: BIOL 20L, or BIOL 101L, or BIOL 102L; and previous or concurrent enrollment in METX 100 or METX 119. Enrollment is restricted to declared Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Biology B.S.; Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology, and Neuroscience majors. Other majors may enroll by permission of the instructor. Students cannot enroll in METX 119L after receiving credit with a 'C' or better in BIOL 100L, BIOL 103L, BIOL 105L, BIOL 106L, BIOL 108L, BIOL 109L, BIOL 115L, BIOL 120L, BIOL 121L, BIOL 129L, and BIOL 186L.

Quarter offered

Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

METX 125 Practicing Safe Science

Introduces research safety principles and practices. Instructors and guest experts discuss research hazards and control measures. Students explore the safe use of research methods and materials via hands-on and outside exercises. Issues include compliance with hazardous waste and other environmental safety regulations.

Credits

2

Instructor

Terra Haddad

Quarter offered

Winter

METX 135 Functional Anatomy

A rigorous systems-based course in anatomy. Lectures provide an overview of functional anatomy at all levels from the systems to the tissues. Provides a mechanistic understanding of the structures of the body as a foundation for human-health oriented studies.

Credits

5

Instructor

Manel Camps

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 20A and BIOE 20B. Concurrent enrollment in METX 135L is required. Enrollment restricted to biological sciences majors and affiliated majors and biology minors.

Quarter offered

Spring

METX 135C Cadaver Dissection Laboratory

Dissection of a human cadaver under the direction of an anatomy instructor.

Credits

2

Instructor

Manel Camps

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): METX 135 and METX 135L, or ANTH 102A.

Repeatable for credit

Yes

Quarter offered

Winter

METX 135L Functional Anatomy Lab

Complements lecture course 135. Emphasizes nomenclature and recognition; includes the embryology and histology of bones, muscles, and internal organs, and the interactions between the systems of the body.

Credits

2

Instructor

Manel Camps

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 20A and BIOE 20B. Enrollment restricted to biological sciences majors and affiliated majors and biology minors. Concurrent enrollment in METX 135 is required.

Quarter offered

Spring

METX 140 Molecular Biology and Microbial Genetics

Introduces students to the field of molecular biology and microbial genetics. Covers the following topics: molecular mechanisms of DNA replication, transcription, translation, regulatory systems controlling replication, transcription, and translation; basic genetic principles with an emphasis on bacterial genetics; molecular biology and microbial genetics approaches used to understand the molecular mechanisms of interaction of microorganisms with their surroundings and other organisms; and experimental methods employing molecular biology and molecular genetics and biotechnology applications which have arisen from discoveries of bacterial mechanisms.

Credits

5

Instructor

Fitnat Yildiz

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 100 or BIOC 100A.

Quarter offered

Spring

METX 144 Groundwater Contamination

Analyses of contemporary problems in groundwater contamination, based on current scientific understanding of contaminant transport in aquifers. Topics include both theoretical concepts and case studies.

Credits

5

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): EART 110B.

METX 145 Medical Geology

An interdisciplinary analysis of natural geochemical processes that impact human health and of anthropogenic processes that exacerbate those impacts.

Credits

5

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1A, CHEM 1B, CHEM 1C, CHEM 1M, and CHEM 1N.

METX 150 Introduction to Research and Experimental Design

Lecture-based course for advanced undergraduates actively engaged in undergraduate research (e.g., independent study or senior thesis). Emphasizes basic lab skills, including laboratory safety and handling of laboratory equipment; experimental design; scientific record keeping; and literature searching, review, and management.

Credits

5

Instructor

Chad Saltikov

Quarter offered

Spring

METX 151 Scientific Writing and Presentation

For advanced undergraduates who are actively engaged in undergraduate research (e.g., independent study or senior thesis). Emphasizes the collection, reduction, analysis, management, and interpretation of scientific data; the presentation of scientific data in written and oral formats; and further development of critical thinking.

Credits

5

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements.

METX 160 Coastal Environmental Toxicology and Policy

Interdisciplinary analysis of the scientific basis and policy development to regulate and manage environmental pollutants in coastal waters. Focuses on case studies involving aspects of environmental toxicology and policy including environmental monitoring and regulatory programs; ecosystem restoration; and regulating the environmental impacts of coastal development.

Credits

3

Instructor

Michael Connor, Gary Griggs

Requirements

Enrollment restricted to sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students.

METX 170 Drug Action and Development

Lectures and case studies explore principles and approaches in drug discovery and development, emphasizing concepts in pharmacology; medicinal chemistry; and genomics- and bioinformatics-based approaches to drug discovery to illustrate pathways from discovery through development for clinical use. Cannot receive credit for this course and METX 270.

Credits

5

Cross Listed Courses

CHEM 170, BME 170

Instructor

Don Smith

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 100 or CHEM 103 or BIOC 100A; BIOL 110, and BIOL 130 and BIOL 130L or BIOE 131 and BIOE 131L are recommended. Enrollment restricted to juniors and seniors.

METX 195 Senior Thesis

An individually supervised course, with emphasis on independent research culminating in a senior thesis.

Credits

5

Repeatable for credit

Yes

Quarter offered

Fall, Winter, Spring

METX 195F Senior Thesis

An individually supervised course with emphasis on independent research culminating in a senior thesis.

Credits

2

Repeatable for credit

Yes

Quarter offered

Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

METX 198 Independent Study

Provides for individual programs of study (a) by means other than the usual supervision in person or (b) when the student is doing all or most of the coursework off campus. With permission of the department, two or three courses may be taken concurrently, or the course repeated for credit.

Credits

5

Repeatable for credit

Yes

Quarter offered

Fall, Winter, Spring

METX 198F Independent Study

Provides for individual programs of study (a) by means other than the usual supervision in person or (b) when the student is doing all or most of the coursework off campus. With permission of the department, two or three courses may be taken concurrently, or the course repeated for credit.

Credits

2

Repeatable for credit

Yes

Quarter offered

Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

METX 199 Tutorial

Reading, discussion, written reports, and laboratory research on selected topics.

Credits

5

Repeatable for credit

Yes

Quarter offered

Fall, Winter, Spring

METX 199F Tutorial

Reading, discussion, written reports, and laboratory research on selected topics.

Credits

2

Repeatable for credit

Yes

Quarter offered

Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer