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Biological Sciences (BISC)
- http://dornsife.usc.edu/bisc/
- For department clearance, please visit out website: dornsife.usc.edu/bisc/d-clearance-and-wait-list-information/
In-depth survey of key topics related to advances in our knowledge of the diversity of life and evolution; origin of life; eukaryotes/prokaryotes; ecology.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering (Biochemical Engineering), Biomedical Engineering (Electrical Engineering), Biomedical Engineering, Biophysics, Chemical Engineering (Biochemical Engineering), Chemistry, Cognitive Science, Computational Neuroscience, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science and Health, Environmental Studies, Geological Sciences, Global Health, Health Administration, Health and Humanity, Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Studies, Human Biology, Human Development and Aging, Lifespan Health, Neuroscience, Postbaccalaureate Premedical Program, Psychology, Health and the Human Sciences, Electrical Engineering
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: Register for lecture and one Lab
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13004R | 050 | Lecture | 10:00-12:05pm | MTuWTh | 11 of 40 | Andrew Gracey,Oliver Rizk | ZHS163 | PDF (197872 KB) |    |
| 13005R | 050 | Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 11 of 20 | Tevfik Kitapci | ZHS365 | |
In-depth survey of key topics related to advances in our knowledge of cellular biology and physiology; cell composition/metabolism; gene action; organism structure and function. Recommended preparation: high school chemistry; BISC 120L or BISC 121L.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: Register for lecture and one lab.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13012R | 050 | Lecture | 10:00-12:05pm | MTuWTh | 16 of 40 | Bruce Yazejian | HNB100 | PDF (170969 KB) | |
| 13141R | 050 | Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 16 of 20 | Christopher Girard | ZHS369 | |
Biological and biochemical approaches to the prevention and treatment of infectious and chronic tropical diseases. Course is offered off campus and Summer only.
- Note: PWP in Oxford, England. Interested students should contact the instructor regarding pre-req. questions and permission to enroll.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13428D | 131 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 24 of 24 | Erin Quinn | OFFICE | |
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.
- Note: To enroll in this course, download and complete the application at dornsife.usc.edu/bisc/bisc-undergraduate-forms/
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13490D | 059 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 15 | Christa Bancroft,Remo Rohs | OFFICE | |
Research leading to the Master's Degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13590D | 059 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 15 | Remo Rohs,Douglas Capone | OFFICE | |
Part-time or full-time, practical work experience in the student's field of study. The internship must be located at an off-campus facility. Students are individually supervised by faculty. May not be taken until the student has completed at least one semester of enrollment in the graduate program with a cumulative 3.0 GPA.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Doctoral Student, Master Student
- Note: For permission to enroll in this course, contact the Graduate Programs Manager for Biological Sciences.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13596D | 059 | 1.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 10 | Remo Rohs,Douglas Capone | OFFICE | |
Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13790D | 059 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 93 of 200 | Remo Rohs,Douglas Capone | OFFICE | |
Credit on acceptance of Dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13792D | 059 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 20 | OFFICE | |