BIO101 Biology
I
4 Credits
This course is an
introduction to the basic concepts of molecular and cellular biology. Topics
include: cell structure, cell physiology, inheritance, genetics and
evolution. The laboratory will introduce basic experimental techniques and
activities that reinforce the concepts introduced in lecture.
Prerequisite: Students must meet one of the following prerequisites: successful completion of a high school or adult education biology (within the past 5 years), satisfactory performance on the departmental placement test, or permission of instructor.
BIO102 Biology II
4 Credits
This course discusses the biology of plants and animals. Systematics,
plant and animal life processes, adaptations, evolution, population
dynamics, communities, and ecology will be included in the discussions. The
laboratory will include experimentation, dissection, and problem solving.
Prerequisite: minimum grade of "C" in BIO 101 or equivalent.
BIO105 General
Ecology
4 Credits
This course will introduce
learners to the scientific field of ecology. Participants in this course
will study ecological principles of the earth, atmosphere, soils, and water,
and how these elements influence organic life forms. Students will also
learn about the various realms of ecological study, including plant and
animal ecology, physiological ecology, and population and ecosystem ecology.
Students will study how plants and animals adapt to changes in their
environments and their interactions with one another within populations and
communities. Lastly, students will use comparative ecosystem ecology to
examine the numerous ecosystem types on the planet.
Pre/co-requisites: High school biology and chemistry, or permission of the instructor.
BIO113 Survey
of Anatomy and Physiology
4 Credits
This combination
lecture/laboratory course is designed to introduce students to the
relationship between structure and function of body systems and the
mechanisms by which homeostasis is maintained within each system.
Students must meet one of the following prerequisites: successful completion of a high school or adult education biology (within the past 5 years), or permission of instructor.
BIO115 Human
Biology
4 Credits
This combination
lecture/laboratory course introduces students to the basic concepts and
principles of biology through studies of the human organism. Students will
gain an understanding of how the human body functions by studying each organ
system that comprises the human body. This course will give students a
perspective of how the human body maintains homeostasis through the
interaction of organ system functions. Current topics in health sciences,
nutrition, biology, and medicine will be discussed as they pertain to
specific organ systems.
BIO125 Health Science Seminar
1 Credit
Students will explore health science educational and career opportunities.
Through readings, discussions, guest lectures, and projects, each student
will develop a personal academic plan to achieve their individual health
career goal.
BIO213 Anatomy & Physiology I
4 Credits
This combination
lecture/laboratory course is an introduction to the basic concepts of human
anatomy and physiology. Lecture topics include: cells, integumentary system,
skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system. Laboratory activities
will include biochemical analysis, histology, gross anatomy identification,
and physiological studies.
Students must meet one of the following prerequisites: successful completion of a high school or adult education biology (within the past 5 years), or permission of instructor.
BIO214 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 Credits
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of human anatomy and physiology. Lecture topics include: nervous system, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive systems. Laboratory activities will include biochemical analysis, histology, gross anatomy identification, and physiological studies.
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of "C" in BIO213 or equivalent.
BIO216 Pathophysiology and Principles of Pharmacology for the Health Professional 4 Credits
This course will examine the fundamentals of pathophysiology as it is manifested within each body system. Pharmacological and other treatment modalities for each disease will be studied in depth.
Pre/Co-requisites: BIO113 and MAS121, or permission of instructor.