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BLGY
10 courses with the subject BLGY, 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.
BLGY 1321Human Biology
Meets MN Transfer Curriculum Goal Area 3 - Natural Sciences. The human body is a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs whose function or disfunc- tion impacts overall health. This course introduces students to the fundamental structures and functions of the human body. Students will explore all major human organ systems, as well as explore basic principles of all life including homeostasis, organization, and basic biochemical processes. This course includes a laboratory (Lab) component. Student Learning Outcomes: * Identify anatomical structures and functions of the human body. * Identify organelles and their functions in human cells. * Describe the fundamental characteristics and processes of living systems. * Describe how organ systems work cooperatively to maintain homeostasis. * Explain how changes to structure and/or function of major organ systems are related to disease. * Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of major human organ systems. * Contrast the impacts of age and disease on human organ systems. * Use the scientific method to formulate and conduct experiments, simulations, and dissections. * Create laboratory reports based on experimentation, dissection, and simulation. * Describe the impacts of cancer and cardiovascular disease on human cells and organ systems. * Assess how diet and exercise affects the over-all function of human body. Prerequisite(s):ENGL1308 and one of the following: READ0900, READ1308 or ESOL1120, or appropriate placement score. (4 C: 2 lect/pres, 2 lab, 0 other)
Meets Mn Transfer Curriculum Goal Areas 3 and 10 - Natural Sciences, People and the Environment. The focus of this course is cellular biology and how cel- lular characteristics determine the characteristics of all life. This class builds the needed foundation for any student moving forward in the field of biology or health care. It is also of use to general education students seeking to under- stand life around them and its impact on the world. Students will gain valuable experience using the scientific method, experimentation and literature study to help in their journeys as lifelong learners. This class includes a laboratory (lab) component. Student Learning Outcomes: * Apply the scientific method to test hypotheses by performing laboratory experiments or simulations. * Explain the interactions of humans and the environment with regard to levels of biological organization ranging from the atom to the biosphere. * Compare living and non-living entities. * Identify pre and post Darwin era evolution findings. * Deconstruct organic and inorganic chemistry, showing patterns and interrela- tionships of biophysical systems. * Recognize names and functions of cellular structures including organelles, membranes and membrane proteins. * Determine how osmosis, diffusion, and active transport relate to cellular func- tion. * Deconstruct cellular respiration, photosynthesis, mitosis and meiosis. * Apply the laws and tools of Mendelian genetics to determine pedigree, and genotype/phenotype probability. * Summarize the impact of biotechnology on society and the environment. * Relate basic biological concepts to everyday observations and problems. * Discover the influence of cell and molecular biology on institutions, the envi- ronment, and natural resource challenges. Prerequisite(s): ENGL1308 and one of the following: READ0900, READ1308 or ESOL1120, or appropriate placement score. (4 C: 2 lect/pres, 2 lab, 0 other)
Meets MN Transfer Curriculum Goal Area 3 Natural Sciences. This course covers biological processes, including a survey of life forms (viruses, bacteria, protists, fungi, plants, and animals), their evolution, and ecology. The laboratory focuses on organism taxonomy, classification, and mammalian systems includ- ing comparative anatomy, organism dissections, ecological interrelationships of organisms and their environment. This standard science course design is 2 hours face-to-face lecture and an accompanying 4 hours hands-on laboratory applica- tion of major scientific concepts which include some dissection of preserved h animals and animal organs. This course meets the General Biology II requirement component of the MN State ASP, Biology. Student Learning Outcomes: * Understand and apply knowledge of plant biology, animal biology, evolution and diversity, and ecology. * Recall, explain, and apply concepts, knowledge, and vocabulary of biology at the level necessary for success in subsequent biology courses for science majors. * Demonstrate understanding of the scientific theories in biology. * Demonstrate quantitative reasoning skills at a level appropriate for subsequent course in biology for science majors. * Distinguish between and demonstrate appropriate use of primary and second- ary scientific literature. * Formulate and test hypotheses by performing laboratory experiments in biol- ogy that include the collection of data, statistical analysis, graphical presenta- tion of results and interpretation of sources of error and uncertainty. * Communicate experimental findings both orally and in writing. * Understand and apply knowledge of use of the microscope and other biologi- cal laboratory equipment, and apply that knowledge in the proper conduct and interpretation of laboratory investigations. * Interpret how the history of life over the geologic time scale explains patterns and interrelationships of bio-physical and socio-cultural system. * Diagram major taxa of organisms by morphology. y change without notice. Page 125
Meets Mn Transfer Curriculum Goal Area 3 - Natural Sciences. Human anatomy and physiology is the study of the structure and function of the human body. Utilizing a solid base of general biological knowledge students will study the in- tegumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous systems and special senses. In addition to these basic areas of study, histology will be covered in general and in detail as it relates to each of the above organ systems. This class includes a laboratory (lab) component. Student Learning Outcomes: * Demonstrate proficiency with standard anatomical terminology. * Identify anatomical structures of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, ner- vous, and sensory systems. * Explain functions of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and senso- ry systems from the molecular through the systemic levels of complexity. * Describe the relationship between the anatomy and physiology of organ systems. * Classify tissue types by structure, function, and location. * Describe homeostatic mechanisms. * Identify common pathophysiology within each organ system. * Summarize the effect of aging on the systems covered in class. * Apply the scientific method to the study of human anatomy and physiology. * Communicate experimental findings. Prerequisite(s): BLGY1351. (4 C: 2 lect/pres, 2 lab, 0 other)
Meets Mn Transfer Curriculum Goal Area 3 - Natural Sciences. Microbiology is the study of microscopic organisms including bacteria, fungi, protozoa, algae, helminths, and viruses. Students will explore fundamental microbial structure, function, lab practices, biotechnologies and taxonomy. This course also explores the impact of microbes on their surrounding environment, including their impact on humans and other organisms. This course includes a laboratory (lab) compo- nent. Student Learning Outcomes: * Summarize major groups of microorganisms with respect to the impact they have in the world. * Discuss the use of microorganisms as model species for understanding life PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum m 2026-2027 St. Cloud Technical & Community College processes. * Describe microbial structures and functions at the molecular, cellular, and organismal level. * Demonstrate microbiology laboratory techniques including microscopy, cul- ture, identification, and staining of microbes. * Apply the scientific method in a microbiology laboratory. * Summarize microbial genetics including variations and manipulations of microbial genomes. * Summarize the metabolic and energy production pathways in microorganisms. * Predict the effectiveness of various microbial control methods on microorgan- isms. * Illustrate the complex interactions that occur between a microorganism and a host. * Summarize the pathogenesis of microbial diseases in humans. * Apply principles of written scientific communication including formal organi- zational strategies and citation of primary literature. Prerequisite(s): BLGY1351. (4 C: 2 lect/pres, 2 lab, 0 other)
AND BLGY2330 Microbiology............................................. 4 Elective Credits: In addition to the above courses, select credits to OR BLGY2350 Cellular Biology. .......................................... 4 complete the 60 total credits the Transfer Pathway requires. They can OR BLGY2360 Ecology......................................................... 4 be additional MnTC courses or any other college level course. Please AND CHEM1350 General Chemistry I.................................. 4 consult with your advisor.
Meets MN Transfer Curriculum Goal Area 3 - Natural Sciences. Students will un- dertake a detailed investigation into microscopic cellular structure and function. This course will focus on the regulation of major aspects of cell biology including intracellular trafficking of proteins and membranes, cell signaling, cell cycle, metabolism, and organelle function. Students will also read, interpret, and discuss primary scientific literature as well as develop scientific writing skills. Laboratory investigation will enhance skills necessary for upper-level biology courses and/or careers in the biological sciences. Student Learning Outcomes: * Explain and apply fundamental concepts found in General Biology I by ex- plaining cellular life in terms of the biomolecules used by cells * Understand the underlying molecular and cellular mechanisms of cellular structure and function * Use critical thinking skills to understand, evaluate, and analyze processes of membrane structure and function, trafficking of molecules, the endomembrane system, signal transduction pathways, extracellular matrix, and the cell's cytoskeleton/motility * Describe cellular metabolism and energy flow in molecular terms * Evaluate the relationship among cell signaling pathways, gene regulatory pathways, cellular function, and cellular adaptation * Formulate a hypothesis, and conduct and analyze an experiment ay change without notice. Page 126
This course fulfills MN Transfer Curriculum Goal Area 3 - Natural Sciences and 10 - People and Environment. This course will examine the fundamental principles of ecological relationships between organisms and their environment. Students will investigate ecological interactions at the organismal, population, community, ecosystem, and global scales. Students will also read, interpret, and discuss primary scientific literature as well as develop scientific writing skills. Laboratory investigation will enhance skills necessary for upper-level biology courses and/or careers in the biological sciences. Student Learning Outcomes: * Understand and apply knowledge of the relationships between organisms and their environment at the individual, population, community, ecosystem, and biosphere levels * Understand, evaluate, and analyze ecological processes and interactions using critical thinking skills * Select appropriate sampling methods/regimes and apply appropriate statistical analyses to ecological data * Apply the scientific method in order to conduct, analyze, and interpret ecologi- cal experiments * Organize, draft, edit, and revise formal scientific writing * Read, interpret, cite, and assess the validity of information and ideas from primary scientific literature * Understand and utilize ecological modeling, monitoring, and restoration prac- tices to define and improve the interaction between humans and the environ- ment * Evaluate and analyze how ecological interactions impact societal decisions and environmental issues Prerequisite(s): BLGY1355. (4 C: 2 lect/pres, 2 lab, 0 other)
