Biology (BIOL)

Also see Microbiology.

100 (5) Biology for Non-Science Majors

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Emphasis on the study of cells, genetics, ecology, diversity of life, and physiology in order to establish a foundation of understanding and respect of life. This course includes a laboratory.

101 (5) General Biology

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Prereq: Eligible for MATH 098 and ENGL 101 or 121. Prior CHEM 100 (or equivalent) recommended.

The science of life. Scientific methodology and evolution, ecological perspectives, current topics, cells, genetics, diversity of life and life physiology; reproduction and development. Lab included. For students preparing for allied health professions and for science majors.

118 (5) Human Anatomy and Physiology for Non-Science Majors

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A comprehensive study of the human body, its parts and how they work. A non-laboratory course appropriate for non-science majors or for students beginning study in life sciences.

120 (5) Human Anatomy and Physiology for Non-Science Majors with Lab

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A comprehensive study of the human body, its parts and how they work. A course appropriate for non-science majors or students beginning study in the life sciences. (same as BIOL 118 only laboratory included)

201 (5) Principles of Biology I: Cellular

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Prereq: CHEM 139 and 140 (which may be taken concurrently) and a grade of 3.0 or better in high school biology. BIOL 101 with a grade of 2.0 recommended. BIOL 201 does not have to be taken in sequence with BIOL 202 or 203.

Principles of operation of living cells including metabolism, genetics, differentiation and micro-evolution. For science majors. Laboratory included.

202 (5) Principles of Biology II: Zoology

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Prereq: CHEM 139 and 140 (which may be taken concurrently) and a grade of 3.0 or better in high school biology. BIOL 101 with a grade of 2.0 recommended. BIOL 202 does not have to be taken in sequence with BIOL 201 or 203

(was BIOL 102)

Examination and comparisons of the major animal phyla with emphasis on development, physiology, anatomy, taxonomy, adaptations, animal evolution and behavior. Laboratory included.

203 (5) Principles of Biology III: Botany

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Prereq: CHEM 139 and 140 (which may be taken concurrently) and a grade of 3.0 or better in high school biology. BIOL 101 with a grade of 2.0 recommended. BIOL 201 does not have to be taken in sequence with BIOL 202 or 203.

Examination and comparison of the major non-animal eukaryotic kingdoms and divisions with emphasis on development, physiology, anatomy, taxonomy, plant evolution and adaptations. Laboratory included.

240 (4) Anatomy and Physiology I – Lecture

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Prereq: BIOL 101 with a grade of 2.0 or better and CHEM 100 with a grade of 2.0 or better or instructor’s permission and concurrent enrollment in BIOL 241 (lab component).

First course (lecture) of a two-quarter study of body structure and related physiology on cellular through system levels. Includes an in-depth study of cells and tissues; integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and sensory systems. Laboratory component to be taken concurrently.

241 (2) Anatomy and Physiology I – Lab

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Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 240 (Lecture Component)

Laboratory course to accompany BIOL 240. Includes in-depth practical laboratory study of cell physiology, microscopy, histology, human bone and bone marking identification, basic dissection techniques, cat and human musculature and nervous and sensory function test.

250 (4) Anatomy and Physiology II – Lecture             

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Prereq: BIOL 240 and 241 or instructor permission and concurrent enrollment in BIOL 251.

Second course (lecture portion) of a two-quarter study of body structure and related physiology on cellular through system levels. Includes an in-depth study of body organization and physiological processes of cardiovascular, lymphatic (includes immunology), respiratory, digestive (includes metabolism), excretory, reproductive and endocrine systems. Laboratory component to be taken concurrently.

251 (2) Anatomy and Physiology II – Lab

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Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 250

Laboratory course to accompany BIOL 250. Includes in-depth practical laboratory experience in the cardiovascular system of the cat and human,  human hematology, urinalysis, immunology, respiratory, digestive (including chemistry) and reproductive systems.