19 courses with the subject BIO, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
An introduction to biology, exploring life forms and their evolution. Topics include cells, metabolism, photosynthesis, and heredity. Weekly laboratory.
A continuation of BIO 101. This course focuses on the diversity of living things and their interdependence. It includes the classification of organisms, their component systems, and their role in the world ecosystem. Weekly laboratory.
Intended for students with limited science backgrounds planning to enter more advanced biology courses. Studies cellular biology of animal and plant cells. Introduces the interrelationships of living systems. Weekly labs.
Primarily theoretical ecology. Topics covered in lecture and laboratory include ecosystem concept, ecological energetics, biogeochemical cycling, limiting factors, habitat types, and ecological succession.
A continuation of BIO 109 which may be elected separately. Lecture and laboratory topics include community dynamics, climatology, population ecology, behavioral ecology, and environmental health.
The biology, ecology, and taxonomy of plants and their role in human civilization. Structure and function, metabolism, growth and physiology, genetics, evolution, and adaptations are included. Laboratories emphasize structure, function, growth, and taxonomy. A plant collection may be required.
An introduction to the organization and evolution of animals, including invertebrates and vertebrates. This course examines how various animal groups have solved the biological problems common to all life.
A survey of fundamental biological laboratory techniques. The course covers laboratory safety, data recording and documentation, use of common laboratory equipment, preparation of solutions, compound separation and identification, microscopy, microbiological techniques and experimental design.
An exploration of the early history, evolution, taxonomy, genetics, and biology of Cannabis, including its biochemistry, and methods of extraction and analysis of biologically active compounds. Special attention is paid to interactions of plant derived cannabinoids and their secondary metabolites with the human endocannabinoid system and to their known pharmacological effects on the brain and body. Clinical case studies and reviews of the biomedical literature are used to explore the current scientific understanding of the psychoactive and therapeutic effects of specific cannabis chemovars, and to weigh the beneficial and adverse effects of acute and chronic consumption.
An introduction to structure and function of the human body. Building on homeostasis as organizing theme, the course provides an overview of the integumentary, skeletal, articular, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive system. The course does not include a lab and does not meet lab science requirements.
Designed to address the principles of anatomy and physiology necessary for careers in health fields, such as practical nursing and massage therapy. The overall focus is to explore the structure of the human body, including microscopic anatomy, and the principles involved in the functioning and integration of the various body systems. This course covers cells, tissues, the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems, and basic homeostatic mechanisms. Lectures will cover topics from the course textbook as well as case studies and excerpts of other texts and articles that will be provided to the student.
An introduction to the study of biological foundations of behavior, thought and emotion. This course examines current theory on the evolution, development, structure and function of the brain with emphasis on the ways that experience, physiology and genes influence the brain, mind and behavior. Students will explore how biopsychological methods are applied to the study of movement, sensation and perception; emotion and cognition; sleep and wakefulness; and reproduction and sexual behavior. And through clinical case studies, students will explore the biopsychological factors that contribute to the development of neurological diseases and psychological disorders.
The structure of the human body, including microscopic anatomy, and the principles involved in the functioning and integration of the various body systems. This course covers, cells, tissues, the integumentary, skeletal, articular, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems.
A continuation of BIO 201. This course covers the cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems, as well as fluids and electrolytes.
An introduction to bacteria and other microorganisms-their scope, morphology, cultural characteristics, and metabolism-and to immunology and the role of the microorganism in health and disease. Additional topics include viruses and cancer, serology, theories of antibody formation, and the immune response as related to transplants and autoimmune diseases.
An introduction to the study of birds-their identification, relationships, life histories, and ecological importance. This course is suitable for both science and non-science majors and includes weekly field trips during appropriate weather.
An introduction to classical and molecular genetics. Classic genetic concepts include Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance. Molecular genetics topics include DNA mutations and repair, and gene expression regulation. Special topics include genomics, recombinant DNA, medical and cancer genetics, and biotechnology.
Independent study for students with a foundation in the field. The student and instructor determine the project to be worked on and the number of credits to be earned. The area of study may be in biology, botany, genetics, microbiology, ornithology, or zoology. Regularly scheduled meetings between student and instructor are required.
Independent study for students with a foundation in the field. The student and instructor determine the project to be worked on and the number of credits to be earned. The area of study may be in biology, genetics, microbiology, ornithology, or zoology. Regularly scheduled meetings between student and instructor are required.
Source: Berkshire Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
