Biology Courses
- BIO 103 Intro - Human Anatomy & Physio
- BIO 115 Environmental Biology
- BIO 120 Concepts of Biology
- BIO 121 General Biology I
- BIO 122 General Biology II
- BIO 129 Human Anatomy/Physiology Health-Fitness
- BIO 130 Intro to Anatomy & Physiology
- BIO 131 Human Anatomy & Physiology I
- BIO 132 Human Anatomy & Physiology II
- BIO 140 Microbiology and Immunology
- BIO 141 Clinical Microbiology I
- BIO 151 Principles of Biology I
- BIO 152 Principles of Biology II
- BIO 199 Independent Study in Biology I
- BIO 241 Clinical Microbiology II
- BIO 255 GENERAL BOTANY
- BIO 256 Ecology
- BIO 260 Genetics
- BIO 299 Indep. Study in Biology II
BIO 103 Intro - Human Anatomy & Physio
Credits: 3.00A descriptive study of the structure and function of the human organism using a systems approach. Designed for students in the Office Skills and Technology program interested in the medical field.
BIO 115 Environmental Biology
Credits: 3.00This course is designed to explore three aspects of the environment: the interacting components of the environment apart from man, the impact of man and contemporary cultures on the environment, and local pollution problems and possible solutions.
BIO 120 Concepts of Biology
Credits: 4.00A terminal lab-science for non-science majors who desire only one-semester of biology. Topics include a discussion of the fundamental and contemporary issues regarding biological chemistry, cell biology, genetics and the different forms of life. The material is discussed in the context of the principles of evolution and the biology of ecosystems. This course does not satisfy the prerequisites for BIO 131.
BIO 121 General Biology I
Credits: 4.00A study of the unifying principles which govern the operation of all living things; including biological chemistry, energy, metabolism, cell biology and genetics. This course is designed for non-science majors.
BIO 122 General Biology II
Credits: 4.00An emphasis is placed on evolution as it applies to the development, adaptation and taxonomy of organisms. The kingdoms of organisms are discussed in terms of their structure, function, reproduction and adaptation. Prerequisite: BIO 121
BIO 129 Human Anatomy/Physiology Health-Fitness
Credits: 4.00This course is designed to be part of the required curriculum for an A.A.S. in Health & Fitness Professions. Students completing that program are eligible to sit for the certifying exam for the ACSM146s 147Health/Fitness Instructor148 and ACSM146s Certified Personal Trainer. This class provides a background in human anatomy & physiology, with emphasis being placed on the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, & respiratory systems. This course is not designed to be substituted for BIO 131 & 132; or for BIO 130. Dissection of preserved animal tissue is required. Prerequisites: ESL 011, ENG 011, MAT 011, and REA 018
BIO 130 Intro to Anatomy & Physiology
Credits: 4.00A one-semester course in which the structure and function of the ten basic human systems is studied, with emphasis placed on the circulatory, urinary, endocrine, and respiratory systems. Oriented toward students in the Medical Laboratory Technician curriculum.
BIO 131 Human Anatomy & Physiology I
Credits: 4.00A course employing a systems approach to the structure and function of the human body. Emphasis will be placed on biological chemistry, the cell, the skeletal, muscular, nervous and integument systems. Appropriate, relevant laboratory experiences will be employed to supplement and/or reinforce the lecture material. Dissection of preserved animal material is required. Prerequisites: High school Biology and Chemistry taken within the past 5 years or BIO 121 & CHE 121
BIO 132 Human Anatomy & Physiology II
Credits: 4.00A continuation of BIO 131 with study of the normal and pathological structure and function of the human body. Emphasis will be placed on circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Dissection of preserved animal material is required.
BIO 140 Microbiology and Immunology
Credits: 4.00A study of microorganisms and their relationship to infectious disease in humans. The biology of microorganisms, infection and pathogenesis, resistance and immunity. For Allied Health specialties and science majors. Prerequisites: High school Biology and Chemistry taken within the past 5 years or BIO 121 & CHE 121
BIO 141 Clinical Microbiology I
Credits: 4.00Introduction to the study of microbes and their relationship to the clinical laboratory. The procedures used in the identification of medically important bacteria are stressed. Prerequisites: CHE 131 or CHE 151, BIO 121, BIO 130 or BIO 151 (Lab/Lecture format)
BIO 151 Principles of Biology I
Credits: 4.00An introduction to the study of life as it applies to all organisms. Primary emphasis is given to biological chemistry, metabolism, production and utilization of energy, basic cell structure and reproduction and the classical and molecular aspects of genetics. Prerequisites: A high school, college prep or higher level of Biology and Chemistry within the past 5 years or college equivalent.
BIO 152 Principles of Biology II
Credits: 4.00A primary emphasis is placed on evolution as it applies to the development, adaptation and taxonomy of organisms. The major kingdoms of organisms are discussed as it relates to their structure, metabolism reproduction and evolutionary adaptation. The kingdoms are compared and contrasted with one another as part of this discussion. maturity. Evolutionary mechanisms are discussed as they relate to selection and adaptation of previously discussed organisms. Prerequisite: BIO 151
BIO 199 Independent Study in Biology I
Credits: 1.00This course number will be employed to cover varied situations, including when a request is made by an advanced student to study in a specific area with a specific instructor, or when a student wishes to pursue the lecture content of a department offering on an independent study basis, perhaps having completed the requisite lab work in another course. The designation BIO 199 permits flexibility within the department and all requests for Independent Study are approved and monitored by a committee of Biology faculty in consultation with the Division Dean.
BIO 241 Clinical Microbiology II
Credits: 4.00Immunology and Serology, Virology, Mycology, and Parasitological. The immunological basis of serological tests and their use in the diagnosis of infectious and non-infectious diseases. The study of pathogenic viruses, fungi, and parasites. Prerequisites: BIO 141, CHE 132, and CHE 152.
BIO 255 GENERAL BOTANY
Credits: 4.00Botany will represent an orderly study of selected members of the plant kingdom to supplement their introduction in Principles of Biology. The course will expand the phylogenetic treatment of algae and vascular and non-vascular land plants, with emphasis on their evolution and adaptation, morphology and reproductive cycles. Emphasis will be placed on the origin and anatomy of vegetative organs of the flowering plants. Prerequisites: BIO 151 and BIO 152
BIO 256 Ecology
Credits: 4.00This course provides students with a 4-credit lab science focusing on the interactions of organisms with their biotic and abiotic environments. It will include an overview of the various components of population, community and ecosystem-level interactions, a broad survey of the major terrestrial and aquatic biomes of the world, both local and biosphere-level anthropogenic effects, and restoration ecology. Labs will reinforce important classroom concepts and will include both computer-based mathematical models of species146 interactions and in-field experiences to acquaint students with the diversity of ecosystem types and ecological processes. Prerequisite: BIO 151 and BIO 152 or equivalents, or BIO 115, BIO 121 and BIO 122 or equivalents, or permission of the instructor A student must successfully complete or place out of ENG 011, ESL 011, MAT 011, REA 017 and REA 018
BIO 260 Genetics
Credits: 4.00A study of the basic principles and problems of classical, biochemical, and molecular genetics; including Mendelian inheritance, chromosomes, mutation, linkage mapping, DNA structure, gene expression and an introduction to recombinant DNA technology. Laboratory experiments provide an introduction to genetics and molecular biology; including studies of inheritance using organisms such as Drosophila, mutagenesis, isolation and characterization of DNA, cloning, gel electrophoresis, polymerase chain reaction, and hybridization studies.
BIO 299 Indep. Study in Biology II
Credits: 3.00This course number will be employed to cover varied situations, including when a request is made by an advanced student to study in a specific area with a specific instructor, or when a student wishes to pursue the lecture content of a department offering on an independent study basis, perhaps having completed the requisite lab work in another course. The designation BIO 299 permits flexibility within the department and all requests for Independent Study are approved and monitored by a committee of Biology faculty in consultation with the Division Chair.
