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MEMORANDUM
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE SENATE
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This is to advise that the Executive Committee of the
Senate Committee on Graduate Studies at their meeting on November
9, 1970, approved the following graduate courses in Biological
Sciences:
BiSc 802-3
BiSc 812-3
BiSc 813-3
BiSc 826-3
BiSc 848-3
These courses are now being forwarded to Senate for
approval.
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SIMON FRASER UMVEIISITY
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Dr. J. Webster
Dean of Graduate Studies
Subject ....................New
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BL. Punt
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Dean of Science
Date ................ October21, 1970
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At the Faculty of Science meeting of October 19th, the
Faculty approved course proposals for Biological Sciences 802, 812,
813, 826 and 848. I would appreciate your ensuring that these
are given early consideration by the Senate Committee on Graduate
Studies so that they may proceed to Senate as soon as possible.
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FACULTY OF SCIENCE MEETING OF OCTOBER 19 ) 19?O
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES PROPOSE!) GRADUATE COURSES
The Graduate Studies Committee at its meeting of October
13th approved the course proposals for Biological Sciences 802,
812, 81.3, 826 and 8/18. Three of the courses, 812, 826 and 848,
have been offered as Special Topics courses, and the present
recommendation is that these ma
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be instituted as permanently
designated courses. This is in keeping with actions in the
Faculty, where it has proved desirable to indicate on a continuing
basis the areas of proficiency of a department and the possible
course offerings. The scheduling of the offerings is determined
by the departments on the basis of need and on the basis of avail-
able faculty to present the courses in any given year.
Courses 802 and 813 are completely new courses and have
not been offered before as Special Topics.
B. L. Funt
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Reference is made to your memorandum of August 14, 1970.
Attached are forms for each of the following proposed
new graduate courses.
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BISC. 802-3
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Genetics
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612-3
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Fungal Physiology and Development
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813-3 ?
Biochemistry of the Algae.
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826-3 ?
Advanced ElectrOphySiology
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Nematology
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The following new graduate courses have been approved by the Department
of Biological Sciences. I would appreciate early consideration of these by
the Faculty of Science Graduate Studies Committee. Three of these courses
(812, 826 and 848) have already been offered as Special Topics courses.
Biology 802 and 813 have yet to be offered. Need for these courses is a
reflection of developing graduate programs in these areas. These courses can
be offered with present faculty and a minimum of new equipment.
The proposed courses, their Calendar numbers and descriptions are as
follows.
802-3 Regulation of genetic activity.
812-3 Fungal physiology and development.
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The unique characteristics of the fungi as a biological
group will be examined. Topics covered will include: nutrition,
environmental effects of growth and reproduction, enzyme
activity, spore germination, mycelial growth patterns,
translocation and biological compounds. The correlation
between fungal growth requirements and fungal ecology will
be constantly developed.
813-3 Biochemistry of the Algae.
Particular topics to be covered will include: extra-cellular
products produced by algae, cell matrix, cell membrane, algal
lipids, enzymes, chloroplast structure and function, and other
topics related to algal biochemistry.
826-3 Advanced electrophysiology
Recent techniques for stimulating and recording from excitable
tissues and cells will be used to examine fundamental biological
processes.
848-3 Nematology
A study of the concepts of host-parasite relationships as
exemplified by nematode parasites of plants and insects. Special
problems associated with the nematode organism and its way of life
and their relevance to human society.
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Department: Biological Sciences ?
Course Number: 802 Title: Genetics
Sub-title or Description:
Detailed examination of areas of genetics including genetic
regulations, chromosome structure, recombination, etc. The
precise area chosen for intensive study will vary.
Credit Hours:
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Vector Description: 2-2-0
Pre-requisite(s):
Demonstrated knowledge of genetics. Consent of instructor.
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ENROLMENT AND SCHEDULING
Estimated Enrolment: 3-5
Semester Offered (e.g. Yearly, every Spring; twice yearly, Fall and
Spring):
About once a year.
When course will first he offered:
Offered in 70-3 as Special Topics.
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JUSTIFICATION
A.
What is the detailed description of the course including differentiation
from lower level courses, from similar courses in the same department
and from courses in other departments in the University?
The course will involve detailed examination of specific
areas dealt with generally in the undergraduate program
in genetics.
B.
What is the range of topics that may he dealt with in the course?
Genetics
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C.
How does this course fit the goals of the department?
The course reflects the competency of the faculty
to teach in this field.
D.
how does this course ciffect degree requirements?
Required of graduate students in the field of
genetics.
E.
What are the calendar changes necessary to reflect the addition of
this course?
F.
What course, if any, is being dropped from the calendar if this
course is approved?
N/A
C. What is the nature of student demand for this course?
Graduate students in field of genetics.
Probable 3-5 students per year.
11. Other reasons for introducing the course.
Previously taught as Special Topic.
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BUDGETARY AND SPACE FACTORS
A. Which facult
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will be available to teach this course?
Dr. C. L Kemp, Dr. I. R Glen
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B.
What are the special space and/or equipment requirements for this
Course?
N/A
C.
Any Other budgetary implications of mounting this course:
Nil
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Course Number: 812 Title: Fungal
Department: Biological Sciences
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Physiology and
Sub-title or Description: The unique characteristics of ::Development
the fungi as a biological group will be examined. Topics covered
will include: nutrition, environmental effects of growth and reproduction,
enzyme activity, spore germination, mycelial growth patterns, translocation
and biological compounds. The correlation between fungal growth requirements
and fungal ecology will be constantly developed.
Credit
Hours: ?
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Vector Description: 2-2-0
pre_requisite(s): BISC 326 + 301 or permission of instructor.
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ENROLMENT
Estimated
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Enrolment:
SCHEDULING
4 - 5
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Semester Offered (e.g. Yearly, every Spring; twice yearly, Fall and
Spring):
Yearly, every fall
When course will first be offered: Fall 1970 as a Special Topics
JUSTIFICATION
A.
What is the detailed description of the course including differentiation
from lower level courses, from similar courses in the same department
and from courses in other departments
in
the University?
This course will consider the unique physiological properties of the fungi i
the context of their morphology and ecology. It will consider respiration,
macro- and micro-nutrients, and the effects of environmental factors on
growth and development. The economic significance of the fungi from the
standpoint of industrial mycology will be covered also.
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B. What is the range of topics that may be dealt with in the course?
- Fungal structure and the implications of structure on metabolism
- Fungal metabolism
- The effect of environmental factors on metabolism. Growth & Developmer
- Natural products
- Fungal hormones
- Spore dormancy and germination
- Special methodological problems in fungal physiology
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C.
How does this course fit the goals of the department?
It is oriented toward a consideration of a group of organisms as
living entities in a holistic sense, therefore it fits the
"living organisms in nature theme of the Department well.
D.
How does this course affect degree requirements?
It does not
E.
What are the calendar changes necessary to reflect the addition of
this course?
Addition of a new graduate course number.
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F. What course, if any, is being dropped from the calendar if this
course is approved?
None.
G.
What is the nature of student demand for this course?
Approximately 4 or 5 students/year in Biosciences and Chemistry
are in need of such a course.
H.
Other reasons for introducing the course.
No equivalent course at the University of British Columbia.
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BUDGETARY AND SPACE FACTORS
A. Which faculty will be available to teach this course?
Dr. M. 1cClaren (possibly also Dr. J. Rahe).
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B, What are the special space and/or equipment requirements for this
course?
None. Seminar room plus research lab
space
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Equipment: Most if on hand in Department now if required.
C. Any other budgetary implications of mounting
this course:
None
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NEW COURSE PROPOSAL
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CALENDAR INFORMATION
Department: Biological Sciences
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Course Number: 813 3Title: Biochemist
Sub-title or Description:
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of the Alg
Particular topics to be covered will include: extra-cellular
products produced b y
algae, cell matrix, cell membrane, algal
lipids, enzymes, chloroplast structure and function, and other
topcs related to algal biochemistry.
Credit Hour:
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Pre-requisite(s)
BISC. 301-3
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ENROLMENT AND SCHEDULING
Estimated Enrolment: 3 - 10
Semester Offered (e.g. Yearly, every Spring; twice
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early, Fall and
Spring):
Yearly at most, maybe less frequent, depending upon demand.
When course will first be offered:
1970-3
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JUSTIFICATION
A.
What is the detailed description of the course including differentiation
from lower level courses, from similar courses in the same department
and from courses in other departments in the University?
Biochemistry of the Algae. Very specialized topic, no under-
graduate or graduate course covers this material. This
course is meant to fill in our program in marine biology.
B.
What is the range of topics that may be dealt with in the course?
Biochemistry.
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C.
flow does this course fit the coals of the department?
The department has an active interest in marine biology.
This course fits in with marine sciences offered by the
department.
D.
how does this course •ffect degree requirements?
Not at all.
E.
What are the calendar changes necessary to reflect the addition of
this course?
Add this course to the calendar.
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F.
What course, if any, is beinc dronped from the calendar if this
course is approved?
None.
C. What is the nature of student demand for this course?
Graduate student demand seems to average 5 - 10 per
annum.
II. Other reasons for introducing the course.
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BUDGETARY AND SPACE FACTORS
A. Which faculty will be available to teach this course?
Science. Dr. H. L. Speer
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B.
What are the special space and/or equipment requirements for this
course?
Lecture hail space (moderate), lab. space.
Some equipment needed for lab.
C.
Any other
budgetary
imp
lications of mounting this course:
None
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Department: Biological
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Course Number: 826
Title:
Advanced
Electrophysi ology
Sub-title or Description:
Recent techniques for stimulatincj and recording from excitable
tissues and cells will he used to examine fundamental biological
processes.
Credit
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Vector Description: 1-0-6
Pre-requisite(s) :
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ENPOLM1NT AND SCI!E1)1ILINC
Estimated Enrolment:
8 - 10
Semester Offered (e.g. Yearly, every Spring; twice )
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early, Fall and
Spring)
Not more often than yearly, perhaps less often as need arises.
When course will first be offered:
When need arises and time permits.
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JUSTIFICATION
A.
What is the detailed description of the course including differentiation
from lower level courses, from similar courses in the same department
and from courses in other departments in the University?
It appears to be unique - refer to Special Topics 859-3.
See attached.
B.
What is the range of topics that may be dealt with in the course?
Refer to 859-3.
See attached.
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C. how does this course fit the goal s of the department?
Developing graduate programme.
D.
How does this course effect degree requi renents?
It provides
3
credits.
E.
What are the calendar changes necessary to reflect the addition of
this course?
None, except to insert this new course.
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F. What course, if any, is beinf
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drope4 from the calendar if this
course is approved?
None.
G.
What is the nature of student demand for this course?
It interests most of them.
Probable 8-10 students per year.
H.
Other reasons for introducing the course.
To advertise department competence in this subject.
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A. Which faculty will he available to
teach this
course?
Dr. Belton
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B.
What are the special space and/or equjpmcnt requirements for this
course?
Laboratory with room for
2
or 3 sets of electrophys.
equipment. Low electrical and mechanical noise level.
Minimal equipment required if alternated with 305.
C.
Any other budgetary implications of mounting this course:
1 Technician ?
Living material $200.
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Nitella, squid, frog,-rats, crabs,
or crayfish.
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A practically oriented course to cxamirt
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niques for stimulating and recording from excitable tissues and
cells.
Single plant, nerve and muscle cells will be investigated
using intracellular and oxtrzicellular techniques and a variety of
inyograms and neurograms will he recorded with external electrodes.
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One full day R
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week will be used to discuss, set up
and test each technique. Equipment will be available for the rest
of the week for individual research projects. Visits will be
arranged to one or more electronic workshops and to other electro-
physiology groups.
Informa t ion
Those who have already ex
p
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course should see me before September 8 to discuss its details.
If there is general interest in this type of a course, I shall
arrange a meeting to discuss its ex
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NEW COIJDSE PROPOSAL
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CALENDAR INFORMATION
Department:
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Course Nunther: 848 Title:
Nemato logy
Sub-title or Description:
A study of the concepts of host-parasite relationships as
exemplified by nematode
.parasites of plants and insects. Special
problems associated with the nematode organism and its way of
life and their relevance to human society.
Credit Hours: 3
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2-2-0
Pro-requisite(s):
(Bachelor's degree in Biology)
ENROLMENT AND
SCHEDULING
Estimated
Enrolment: 5
Semester Offered (e.g. Yearly, every Spring; twice yearly, Fall and
Spring):
As demand requires but probably not more than every alternate
year.
When course will first be offered:
71-1 semester.
JUSTIFICATION
What is the detailed description of the course including differentiation
_from lower level courses, from similar courses in the same department
and from courses in other departments in the University?
This is
a specialized area of study and there are no
similar courses in the University -- see section I above.
8.
What is the range of topics that may be dealt with in the course?
Physiology of the host-parasite relationship.
Aspects of ecology and morphology which are pertin.nt.
Relationship of the nematode with other pathogens in
disease complexes.
Relative importance of the organisms in agriculture and
medical disease problems.
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C How does this course fit the goals of the department?
It forms part of the graduate pestology programme after
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D. How does this course affect degree requirements?
This course may be taken for credit towards a degree.
B. What are the calendar changes necessary to reflect the addition of
this course?
None.
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F. What course, if any, is being dropped from the calendar if this
course is approved?
None.
C.
What is the nature of student demand for this course?
H. Other reasons for introducing the course.
It has been asked for in previous years and has had to
Topic.
A. Which
faculty will be available to teach this course?
One faculty member already on staff.
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B.
What are the special space and/or equipment requirements for this
course?
A small room for discussions and talks and research
laboratory for projects.
C.
Any Other budgetary implications of mounting this course:
The majority of the equipment is already available in the
Department.
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