Academic Courses

Biology

NOTE: Prerequisites and transfer courses must be no older than 10 years and must have been passed with a grade of “C” or better. All biology courses require ENGL 101 placement.

BIOL 106
General Biology I
3-2-4
Introduction to the general principles of biology using the human organism as the model for study. Topics include structural organization, metabolism and energy, reproduction and inheritance and evolution and ecology. This course is designed for non-majors, health career and transfer students. Additional course fee: $132.

BIOL 107
General Biology II
3-2-4
This course correlates biological structure and function using the human organism as a model. A comprehensive learning approach is taken with laboratory experiences serving as the foundation for collaborative group activities. Additional course fee: $132.

BIOL 109-110
Anatomy and Physiology I & II
3-2-4
Human physiology and biochemistry are studied systematically in lectures while anatomy is stressed in laboratory experiences requiring extensive dissection. This two semester sequence follows the recommendations of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society. BIOL 109 is designed for students who have had high school biology and chemistry within 10 years or who have passed BIOL 106. BIOL 109 is a prerequisite for BIOL 110. Additional course fee (BIOL 109 and BIOL 110): $132.

BIOL 123
Cellular and Molecular Biology
3-2-4
Designed for majors in the sciences and students interested in careers in science and technology, this course is an introduction to the fundamentals of modern cellular and molecular biology. Prerequisite: CHEM 121 or CHEM 110 and high school biology or permission of the Department Head. Additional course fee: $132.

BIOL 124
Organismal Biology
3-2-4
This course explores the major groups of organisms with an emphasis on plant and animal structural, functional, ecological and evolutionary themes. *Dissection required. Prerequisite: BIOL 123. Additional course fee: $132.

BIOL 211
Genetics
3-2-4
Basic principles of genetics using biochemical and molecular models are presented in lecture and laboratory experience. Collection and statistical analysis of data are an integral part of laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 106 or 107 or 109 or 123 or permission of the Department Head. Additional course fee: $132.

BIOL 241
Principles of Microbiology
3-2-4
Bacteria and viruses are studied. An emphasis is placed on the growth, metabolism, physiology and genetics of bacteria and viruses in lecture and laboratory experiences. Clinical aspects of selected microbes are discussed. Prerequisite: BIOL 106 or 107 or 109 or 123. Additional course fee: $132.

BIOL 261
Parasitology
3-2-4
Students study the relationship between parasites and hosts with special emphasis on humans. Emerging diseases caused by bacteria and virus are also presented. Prerequisite: BIOL 106 or 107 or 109 or 123. Additional course fee: $132.

BIOL 271
Pathophysiology I
4-0-0-4
Pathophysiology I offers an overview of abnormal physiological processes leading to human disease. Particular emphasis is placed on the etiology, pathogenesis, diagnostic findings, and clinical manifestations of specified illnesses. Also included are general overviews of risk factors, disease incidences, and therapeutic managements as they apply to each pathophysiological condition discussed. Prerequisites: BIOL 110 and BIOL 241.

BIOL 272
Pathophysiology II
4-0-0-4
This course provides an overview of abnormal physiological processes leading to human disease. Particular emphasis is placed on the etiology, pathogenesis, diagnostic findings, and clinical manifestations of specified illnesses. Also included are general overviews of risk factors, disease incidences, and therapeutic managements as they apply to each pathophysiological condition discussed. Topics covered in this course include alterations in hematology, and diseases of the cardio-vascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Prerequisites: BIOL 271.