11 courses with the subject BIOL, 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.
BIOL 1110Environmental Science3
This course emphasizes the unique impact humans and industry have on our enviornment. It addresses the demands placed on the biosphere by the exploitation of natural resources and energy, the creation of pollution and the disposal of waste. This course is interdisciplinary, combining concepts from the natural and physical sciences (e.g. biology, chemistry, ecology, geology, physics) with the social sciences (e.g. economics, politics, ethics, history) to present an understanding of how wise steardship of earth’s resources can result in the long-term sustainability of our shared environment. Major Content Areas Biosphere:a. Species, population and community ecology b. Human population growthc. Biogeochemical cyclesd. Laws of matter and energy Scientific method and terminology Stewardshipa. Invasive species and loss of biodiversityb. Demand on resources in developed and developing nationsc. Land use Natural resources and energya. Physical, chemical, and biological approaches to matter and energyb. Energy policyc. National and international legislation for protecting resourcesd. Ethical perspectives on natural resource use Pollution and wastea. Air pollutionb. Water pollutionc. Impacts to human health from air, water, and food Sustainabilitya. Sustainable management of natural resourcesb. Ecological footprintc. Economic perspectives on the environment Learning Outcomes Characterize parameters that relate to population ecology, the demands that population growthhave on natural resources and the consequences that result from unregulated growth and consumption. Recognize the role and responsibility that we have as individuals to protect and restore naturalresources for future generations and how, through education and active participation eachof us can be a catalyst for change. Describe the relationship between humans with industry in their environment. Identify renewable and nonrenewable natural resources that are critical for today’s society, howour planet’s natural resources are being utilized and how future management of naturalresources can lead to long-term sustainability Explain major components of Earth’s environmental systems and how these systems can supportarid perpetuate a diversity of life through wise stewardship Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 03 - Natural Science 10 - People/Environment
This course emphasizes the fundamental concepts of ecology as it pertains to the impact of humans on their environment. It addresses the demands placed on the biosphere by the exploitation of natural resources and energy, the creation of pollution, and the disposal of waste. This course is interdisciplinary, combining concepts from the natural and physical sciences (e.g. biology, chemistry, geology, physics) with the social sciences (e.g. economics, politics, ethics, history) to present an undertanding of the sustainable use of Earth’s resources. The lab/field component includes application of concepts with an emphasis on observation, the scientific method, and analysis. Learning Outcomes Renewable and non-renewable energy resources Human population dynamics Environmental ethics and planning for a sustainable future Basic principles of ecology, Earth?s environmental systems, and biodiversity Solid and hazardous waste Natural resources (air, water, soil, and energy resources) and natural resource issues including pollution, sustainable management, risk assessment, food and agriculture, climate change Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 03 - Natural Science 10 - People/Environment
Students will focus on concepts related to women’s and men’s health. Topics covered will include anatomy and physiology of human reproductive systems, ethical issues in women’s and men’s health, formulating critical thinking skills in the face of new medical findings presented to society and biological concepts of common medical issues faced by women/men. Specific topics may include, menopause, prostate health, hair loss, mental health, pregnancy and current media issues in the face of healthare experiments. Lab like experiences will be included in the teaching of these topics through simulations, case-studies and more. Learning Outcomes Understand the basic anatomy and physiology of human reproductive systems. Study development from pregnancy through birth. Gather, analyze and question material presented to society via media relating to human health. Recognize the value opening one’s mind to new information and using it to improve one?s overall health and well-being (hopefully through science). Compare stand points of controversial issues in the face of science and human health. Gather, compile, analyze and present factual information in a clear and precise manner. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 02 - Critical Thinking 03 - Natural Science 09 - Ethical/Civic Resp
This lecture and laboratory-based course is designed for an introductory study of human organ systems (histology, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and urogenital) by the structure and function. Carefully check your program requirements for acceptability of this course. It does not replace the two course sequence of anatomy and physiology required for many advanced health programs. Major Content Areas Organ Systemsa. Study each of the 11 systems of the human bodyb. Connect their anatomical and physiological aspects to maintain homeostasis Basic medical and scientific terminologya. Regional and directional terms pertaining to the human bodyb. Cell structure and functionc. Body organization Tissuesa. How they relate to cells and organsb. Identify different types of tissues in the bodyc. Understand the difference between tissues physiologically and anatomically Learning Outcomes Understand how science operates and interpret scientific research and findings. Develop an appreciation of the principles of anatomy and physiology in all 11 systems of the human body. communicate findings in several lab assignments. relate the importance of homeostasis in their everyday life activities for a health lifestyle. Develop an appreciation and knowledge of human anatomy physiology health. increase their basic knowledge of the principles of anatomy and physiology in all 11systems of the human body. Improve reading, listening, writing, speaking skills and group interaction. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 03 - Natural Science
An inquiry-based course that covers the fundamental principles of ecology, conservation, and sustainability. Students will have the opportunity to learn through laboratory, field work, and lecture activities. Topics include biodiversity, a survey of biomes, populations, interrelationships in biological communities, ecological succession, energy flow, nutrient cycling, physiological ecology, and human impacts on ecosystems. Learning Outcomes conduct primary research increase and improve understanding of how to interpret scientific research and findings increase knowledge of ecological principles improve group work skills increase and improve understanding of how science operates develop an appreciation and knowledge of nature and the role of humans in their ecosystems improve reading, listening, writing, and speaking skills Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 03 - Natural Science
This lecture and laboratory-based course surveys the four unifying principles of biology (evolutionary theory, cell theory, gene theory, and homeostasis) in the context of animal body systems. Content topics include cellular structure, function, andprocesses; histology; inheritance; biodiversity; natural selection; basic anatomical and directional terminology; and skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, and digestive systems. The lab component includes application of conceptswith an emphasis on observation, the scientific method, and analysis. Dissection of individual organs and whole organisms may be included. This course provides a foundation for students pursuing veterinary-related careers as well as those in non-sciece majors. Major Content Areas Evolution.Hardy-Weinberg Equilibrium; Speciation Scientific method and biomedical anatomy terminology.Hypothesis and theory & Regional and directional terms used for the vertebrate body Inheritance.DNA; Genetics (including Punnett Squares);Gene expression; Cellular reproduction Cellular structure and function.Eukaryotic cells; Membrane structure and function;Chemistry of cells and cellular processes Biodiversity.Taxonomy; History of life on Earth Histology (tissues).Physiological and anatomical characteristics of animal tissue types; Relationships between tissues, cells, and organs Homeostasis. Understand how cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems of the body act together to maintain homeostasis Key vertebrate body systems.Musculoskeletal System; Nervous; Digestive System; Cardiovascular System; Respiratory System Learning Outcomes Identify structures of the animal body on models, charts, and diagrams. Describe how the basic physical, chemical, and biological disciplines are integrated in the study of life. Describe how the animal body is organized and the role each unit plays in maintaining homeostasis. Identify cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems. Evaluate theories, hypotheses, and natural laws which are pertinent to the study of life. Demonstrate fundamental biological techniques and skills through practical experiences in the laboratory both individually and in groups. Communicate experimental findings, analyses, and interpretations both orally and in writing. Explain the relationships between cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems. Explain the physiological activities of life. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 03 - Natural Science
This course surveys the basic principles of biology. Content topics include fundamental concepts of chemistry, cellular structure and metabolism, inheritance, biodiversity, ecology, and evolution. The lab component includes design and execution ofexperiments with an emphasis on observation, the scientific method, and analysis and presentation of results. This course provides a foundation for students pursuing health-related careers as well as those in non-science majors. Major Content Areas Inheritancea. DNA b. Genetics, including Punnett Squaresc. Gene expressiond. Cellular reproduction Biodiversitya. Taxonomyb. History oflife on Earth Scientific method and terminology Ecology and Evolutiona. Hardy-Weinberg Equilibriumb. Speciationc. Population Ecologyd. Community Ecologye. Ecosystems Cellular structure and metabolisma. Eukaryotic cell structure and functionb. Prokaryotic cell structure and functionc. Membrane structure and functiond. Chemistry of cells and cellular processes Learning Outcomes measure and evaluate theories, hypotheses and natural laws which are pertinent to the study of life acquire fundamental biological techniques and skills through practical experiences in the laboratory both individually and in groups. integrate the basic physical, chemical and biological disciplines in the study of life identify ecological problems in the biosphere investigate the physiological activities of life utilize written and oral communication skills Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 03 - Natural Science
Prerequisites BIOL 1500 with a grade of C or better This course is the first semester of a two-semester lab-science course intended for students pursuing careers in fitness and allied health fields. Human anatomy and physiology are studied using a body systems approach, with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization. Homeostasis is an integrating theme throughout this course. Content topics include basic anatomical and directional terminology, fundamental concepts and princples of cell physiology, histology, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Dissection of individual organs and whole organisms may be included. Learning Outcomes critically evaluate material presented in class and by the media as it related to the functioning of the human body understand the mechanisms of metabolism identify the structure of the human body on models, charts and diagrams use medical terminology correctly and spell the more frequently used terms correctly describe how the body is organized and the role each unit plays in the overall function of the human body know the anatomical structure of the human body identify cells, tissues, organs, organ systems and their interactions demonstrate dissection skills be an active team member and work effectively in a group demonstrate effective oral and written skills Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 03 - Natural Science
Prerequisites BIOL 2000 with a grade of C or better This course is the second semester of a two-semester lab-science course intended for students pursuing careers in fitness and allied health fields. Interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels are studied using abody systems approach. Homeostasis is an integrating theme throughout this course. Content topics include immunity, metabolism, fluid balance, development, and the cardiovascular, hematopoietic, respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, and reprductive systems. Dissection of individual organs and whole organisms may be included. Major Content Areas Physiological and anatomical study ofa. Immune systemb. Metabolismc. Fluid balanced. Developmente. Cardiovascular systemf. Hematopoietic systemg. Respiratory systemh. Lymphatic systemi. Digestive systemJ. Urinary systemk. Reproductive system Basic medical and scientific terminologya. Regional and directional terms pertaining to the human bodyb. Cell physiologyc. Body organization Homeostasis. Understand how the organs and organ systems of the body acttogether to maintain homeostasis Learning Outcomes Demonstrate effective oral and written skill. Identify cells, tissues, organs, organ systems and their interactions. Identify the structure of the human body on models, charts and diagrams and specimen. Demonstrate dissection skills Know the anatomical structure of the human body,understand the mechanisms of metabolism and the role each unit plays in the overall function of the human body. Critically evaluate material presented in class and by the media as it relates to thefunctioning of the human body. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 03 - Natural Science
Prerequisites BIOL 1500 with a grade of C or better This progressive course will focus on microbe classification, disease transmission, pathogenesis and the immune response. Bacterial isolation and identification are common laboratory practices covered. Emphasis will be on microorganisms that causelocal and systemic disease in humans with consideration of treatment options as well as infection control and prevention strategies. This course is intended for nursing students and other students pursuing careers in allied health fields. Major Content Areas How the human immune system is structured and works Analyzing the differences and similarities between microbial diseases Bacteria/viruses grow patterns, behavior and control Evasion the immune system by microbes Bacteria/viruses are structures Connecting causative agents/pathogen to diseases Learning Outcomes Critically review current scientific literature in Microbiology. Describe antimicrobial medications and their mechanisms of action. Understand and utilize proper specimen handling procedures and laboratory safetyprocedures. Identify and classify microorganisms. Describe immunologic disorders, host-microbe interactions, the epidemiology of microbial infection and microbial diseases of the various human systems. Understand infection control and prevention practices Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 03 - Natural Science
