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Hrs Per Week: |
Sem Hrs: |
| Prefix No |
Course Name |
Class |
Lab |
Clin/Exp |
Credit |
| BIO 110 |
Principles of Biology |
3.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
4.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course provides a survey of fundamental biological
principles for non-science majors. Emphasis is placed on basic chemistry,
cell biology, metabolism, genetics, taxonomy, evolution, ecology,
diversity, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate increased knowledge and better understanding of
biology as it applies to everyday life. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core
requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. |
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| BIO 111 |
General Biology I |
3.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
4.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course introduces the principles and concepts of
biology. Emphasis is placed on basic biological chemistry, cell structure
and function, metabolism and energy transformation, genetics, evolution,
classification, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate understanding of life at the molecular and cellular
levels. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural
sciences/mathematics. |
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| BIO 112 |
General Biology II |
3.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
4.0 |
| Prerequisites: BIO 111 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course is a continuation of BIO 111. Emphasis is placed
on organisms, biodiversity, plant and animal systems, ecology, and other
related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
comprehension of life at the organismal and ecological levels. This course
has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement
general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. |
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| BIO 120 |
Introductory Botany |
3.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
4.0 |
| Prerequisites: BIO 110 or BIO 111 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course provides an introduction to the classification,
relationships, structure, and function of plants. Topics include
reproduction and development of seed and non-seed plants, levels of
organization, form, and function of systems, and a survey of major taxa.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of
plant form and function, including selected taxa of both seed and non-seed
plants. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural
sciences/mathematics. |
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| BIO 140 |
Environmental Biology |
3.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course introduces environmental processes and the
influence of human activities upon them. Topics include ecological
concepts, population growth, natural resources, and a focus on current
environmental problems from scientific, social, political, and economic
perspectives. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary
environmental issues. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in
natural sciences/mathematics. |
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| BIO 140A |
Environmental Biology Lab |
0.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
1.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: BIO 140 |
| This course provides a laboratory component to complement
BIO 140. Emphasis is placed on laboratory and field experience. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate a practical
understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary
environmental issues. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in
natural sciences/mathematics. |
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| BIO 163 |
Basic Anat & Physiology |
4.0 |
2.0 |
0.0 |
5.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course provides a basic study of the structure and
function of the human body. Topics include a basic study of the body
systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues,
nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental
principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. |
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| BIO 165 |
Anatomy and Physiology I |
3.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
4.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course is the first of a two-course sequence which
provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human
body. Topics include the structure, function, and interrelationship of
organ systems with emphasis on the processes which maintain homeostasis.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth
understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their
interrelationships. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course
requirement. |
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| BIO 166 |
Anatomy and Physiology II |
3.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
4.0 |
| Prerequisites: BIO 165 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course is the second in a two-course sequence which
provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human
body. Topics include the structure, function, and interrelationship of
organ systems with emphasis on the processes which maintain homeostasis.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth
understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and the
interrelationships of all body systems. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective
course requirement. |
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| BIO 175 |
General Microbiology |
2.0 |
2.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: BIO 110 or BIO 111 or BIO 163 or BIO 165 or BIO 168 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course covers principles of microbiology with emphasis on microorganisms and human disease. Topics include an overview of microbiology and aspects of medical microbiology, identification and control of pathogens, disease transmission, host resistance, and immunity. Upon completion, student should be able to demonstrate knowledge of microorganisms and the disease process as well as aseptic and sterile techniques. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective
course requirement. |
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| BIO 235 |
Ornithology |
3.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
4.0 |
| Prerequisites: BIO 110 or BIO 111 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course introduces the biology of birds. Emphasis is
placed on the systematics, recognition, distribution, anatomy, physiology,
behavior, and ecology of birds. Upon completion, students should be able
to identify various avian species and demonstrate a knowledge of their
biology and ecology. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course
requirement. |
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| BIO 242 |
Natural Resource Conservation |
3.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: BIO 112 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course describes the importance of natural resources
and their role in our environment. Emphasis is placed on the physical,
biological, and ecological principles underlying natural resource
conservation with attention to the biological consequences of human
impacts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of natural resource conservation. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. |
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| BIO 271 |
Pathophysiology |
3.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: BIO 163, BIO 166, or BIO 169 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course provides an in-depth study of human pathological
processes and their effects on homeostasis. Emphasis is placed on
interrelationships among organ systems in deviations from
homeostasis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
a detailed knowledge of pathophysiology. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. |
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| BIO 275 |
Microbiology |
3.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
4.0 |
| Prerequisites: BIO 110,
BIO 112, BIO 163, BIO 165, or BIO 168 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course covers principles of microbiology and the impact
these organisms have on man and the environment. Topics include the
various groups of microorganisms, their structure, physiology, genetics,
microbial pathogenicity, infectious diseases, immunology, and selected
practical applications. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate knowledge and skills including microscopy, aseptic technique,
staining, culture methods, and identification of microorganisms. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. |
