BIO 103 Intro to Human Anatomy & Physio
Credits: 3.00
A 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: 3.00
This 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: 4.00
A 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: 4.00
A 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: 4.00
An 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 and Physiology Health/Fit
Credits: 4.00
This 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
ACSM's "Health/Fitness Instructor" and ACSM's
"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: 4.00
A 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: 4.00
A 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: 4.00
A 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: 4.00
A 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: 4.00
Introduction 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: 4.00
An 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: 4.00
A 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. 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: 1.00
This 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: 4.00
Immunology 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: 4.00
Botany 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: 4.00
This 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: 4.00
A 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: 3.00
This 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.
