55 courses with the subject BI, 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.
BI 110Fundamentals of Life Science
(2E 2) 3 class hours 3 credits Satisfies the Nonlaboratory Science component of the Scienc and Mathematics requirements for the A.A. degree and the liberal arts core or elective requirements for the A.S. deg Presents basic concepts of the life sciences. Includes scientific measurement, the properties of matter and energy on which life is dependent, and levels of organization. Not open for registration to students who have successfully completed BI-111, BI-140, BI-160, BI-201, BI-301, or BI-501 prior to taking BI-110.
for Science Majors (2E 2) 3 class hours 3 credits h) requirements in English (see Proficiency in Math and Englis prior to taking this course. This course provides a foundat for successful completion of BI-201. The major concepts of biology including biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, and evolution are presented with an emphasis on their relevance to human biology. The course provides a foundation in hypothesis testing, experimental design, data interpretation and scientific communication needed for success in major’s Biology.
3 class hours 3 credits Offered as needed. requirements in English (see Proficiency in Math and Englis prior to taking this course. The principles and mechanisms of evolutionary change, including adaptation, mutation, differential reproduction, genetic drift, and speciation. The primate fossil record, hominid evolutionary trends, and the emergence of homo sapiens. ical Sciences and 2E–Scientific World STEM Variant. World. ical Sciences. 149
3 class hours 3 credits requirements in English (see Proficiency in Math and English) prior to taking this course. An introductory course that provides an understanding of the natural world and how this knowledge can be applied to everyday life. Basic concepts in biology are explained with emphasis on cellular basis of life, genetics, reproduction, evolution, and ecology. Hands-on laboratory experience reinforces concepts learned in lecture and also includes dissection of selected vertebrates. e ree BI-132 Laboratory: Foundations of
BI 132BI-171; CH-102, CH-106, CH-111, CH-121; ET-842; PH-112
• One English course from ENGL-200 series • One History course from HIST-110, HIST-111, or HIST-112 (if already taken in common core, one additional course from
3 class hours 3 laboratory hours 4 credits requirements in English (see Proficiency in Math and English) prior to taking this course. Credit will not be given to students who have successfully completed BI-201. A comprehensive approach to the interaction of living things in the biological world. Topics include the cellular basis of life, genetics, reproduction, evolution, and ecology. The laboratory experience includes dissection of selected vertebrates.
3 class hours 3 credits requirements in English (see Proficiency in Math and Engli prior to taking this course. This course covers plant forms and functions including plant evolution, ecology, heredity and diseases; plants in history, folklore, agriculture, horticulture, and industry, plant drugs and poisons.
• One Social Science course from Anthropology, CRIM-101 or CRIM-102, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, or Psychology is recommended. • One History course from HIST-110, HIST-111, HIST-112 (if already taken in common core, one course from HIST-200 series is recommended; if two History courses have been taken in common core, one additional course from HIST-200 series is recommended). • History Concentration (8-9 credits): Choose three additional courses from HIST-100 and/or HIST-200 series. 110
Note: Prerequisites or Corequisites: Complete developmental requirements in English *Some elective courses can be used to satisfy areas of the Flexible Core. In that case, those courses may not also be used to satisfy a concentration requirement.
3 lecture hours 3 credits Prerequisite: BI-201 This course will provide insight into the structure, function and regulation of animal cells, including cell cycle, subcellular compartmentalization, signal transduction, and cell-cell interactions. Important experimental techniques that led to current understanding of structure and function of cells will be discussed.
3 class hours 3 laboratory hours 4 credits Offered in Fall. Prerequisite: BI-201 The anatomy of the human body from cellular organization to the systems. Laboratory work includes studies of slides, and the human skeleton, and dissection of representative mammals. Credit will not be given for both BI-235 and BI-301, 302.
2 class hours 2 credits Prerequisite: BI-150 Care Coordination is an increasingly significant sh) concept in the health care industry. It includes helping patients navigate the complex health care system, such that patients have a more optimal experience and improved health outcomes. In this course, students will engage in lectures, group activities, and case studies that will train them to better communicate with and recognize the needs of patients. When students complete this course, they should be able to help patients receive timely and appropriate care, guide patients to engage more fully in their own care, and ensure that communi- cation takes place between all the providers involved in a patient’s health care experience.
2 lecture hours 3 laboratory hours 3 credits requirements in English (see Proficiency in Math and English) prior to taking this course. Note: Priority is given to students in the Massage Therapy program. Students must obtain liability insurance. The anatomy of the muscular system and its relationship to the skeleton are studied. Muscle location, attachments, nerve control and blood supply are examined for all regions of the body. Laboratory involves the study of models and the use of palpation to identify body parts.
2 lecture hours 3 laboratory hours 3 credits Note: Priority is given to students in the Massage Therapy program. Students must obtain liability insurance. The study of the dynamics of body movement. The joints of the body are studied for their mobility h) and its limitations in the normal individual. Muscles fer are studied for their individual actions and their ken role in group actions. The laboratory involves the extensive use of palpation and muscle testing. Each student performs the hands-on testing of range of motion.
Office: Clinical Testing Procedures 1 class hour 3 laboratory hours 2 credits Program may substitute BI-111, BI-140, BI-201, BI-301, or the equivalent.) Not open to students in the Medical Laboratory Technology Program who are required to take BI-401 and BI-407. Acquaints the student with common clinical testing procedures performed by the medical office assistant in the examining rooms, treatment rooms, and laboratories of medical offices, clinics, and health maintenance organizations.
Office: Medical Assisting Procedures 1 class hour 3 laboratory hours 2 credits Assistant Certificate or Medical Assistant AAS Program may substitute BI-140, BI-201, BI-301, or the equivalent.) Acquaints the student with common medical assisting procedures performed by the medical office assistant in the examining room, the treatment room of medical offices, clinics, and health maintenance organizations.
2 class hours 3 laboratory hours 3 credits Offered as needed BI-401 and BI-340. Proper handling and care of laboratory equipment; instruction in blood collecting techniques; fundamentals and procedures of urinalysis and hematology; intensive practice with clinical material.
2 class hours 2 credits An introduction to the language of medicine. The basic structure, literal meaning and synthesis of medical words taught through a systematic analysis of prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining forms. This course covers essential terminology relative to human disease and associated diagnostic, surgical and imaging procedures, including the interpre- tation of prescriptions.
3 class hours 3 laboratory hours 4 credits Offered in Spring A comprehensive study of human function. Biological chemistry, cellular metabolism, and organ to systemic processes are discussed. Homeostatic mechanisms are stressed. Laboratory exercises demonstrate physiological principles using living systems and train the student in electronic instrumentation and in the use of the computer in report preparation.
Offered as needed Consists of nine three-hour classes and five three-hour laborator This course may be an advised or free elective in Medical Office Assistant Certificate program or a free elective in any other program. This course provides the student with the basic knowledge and practical experience needed to perform an EKG. It includes training in electrocar- diography, understanding EKG, and recognition of cardiac emergencies. Students must achieve a passing grade in both the lecture and laboratory components to pass the course. both
3 class hours 4 laboratory hours 5 credits A course in molecular biology that introduces recombinant DNA techniques and methods of genome analysis that are currently employed in industry. Topics covered include gel electrophoresis, plasmid transformation, restriction mapping of chromosomes, Southern hybridization, Polymerase Chain Reaction and forensic DNA fingerprinting.
2 class hours 4 laboratory hours 4 credits This course covers basic principles of microbiology and provides an introduction to the diversity, physiology, morphology, genetics, ecology, applications and pathogenicity of microbes.
3 class hours lecture 3 class hours lab 4 credits requirements in English (see Proficiency in Math and English) prior to taking this course. NOTE: Students will not be given credit for both BI-501 and BI-480. An introduction to Earth’s natural systems, including ecosystem structure and function. Topics include human impact on the environment, air and water pollution, global climate change, and sustain- ability of natural resources and environmental quality. Field trips are required.
- 3 class hours 3 laboratory hours 4 credits Offered in Spring requirements in English (see Proficiency in Math and English) prior to taking this course. An introduction to our environment and its influence on human health; emphasis on scientific principles needed to understand environmental requirements of life; role of air, water, food, energy; effect of pollutants. Laboratory may involve field trips.
1 class hour 1 credit A survey of environmental problems as they pertain to both ecological stability and human health. Focus is on current areas of concern, including air and water pollution, infectious and chronic diseases, environmental, social and behavioral factors related to health. Course content will include seminars, field trips and online assignments. Other topics will include educational and career opportunities in these fields.
3 class hours 3 credits Department. Suggested as an elective course for Allied Health students. Basic principles of pharmacology; effects of drugs on the body; reactions of the body to drugs as foreign chemicals; principal actions and untoward effects of the major classes of therapeutic agents; use of drugs to alleviate or remedy altered physio- logical functions associated with various disease states.
3 class hours 3 credits This survey course is designed to provide students with basic knowledge and skills to conduct statistical techniques applied to tests and measurements in public health. It will concentrate on the interpretation and comprehension of graphical and statistical techniques that are important components of research and public health practice. Students will be exposed to topics such as vital statistics, and the evaluation of tools to measure health attitudes, knowledge, and behavior. In addition, students will learn to use computer software for statistical analysis.
45 hours 1 credit registration. Phlebotomy practice in a cooperating hospital structured to provide the student with all the competencies required by national professional certification agencies. Proof of liability insurance may be required. All internships must be completed before graduation to be included in the student’s degree certification. Enrollment limited. Students will receive a Pass/Fail grade.
in the Health Professions Hours to be arranged 2 credits pleted at least 12 credits of course work in a health care-relat- ed curriculum including at least one laboratory course; have a cumulative index of at least 2.0; and are recommended by the course coordinator. Students must contact the coordinator during the semester prior to enrollment to make the necessary arrangements. Can be used to satisfy the major concentration but not the basic liberal arts and sciences core for the A.S. (Mathematics and Science) degree program. Students are selected for employment in a field experience with compensation to the student. Students are placed with selected cooperative employers for a minimum of 90 hours. Course requirements include weekly meetings with the coordinator, submission of weekly progress reports, and a final report covering the activities in the experience. The final grade is determined by the cooperative education coordinator, who assigns a grade of Pass or Fail, based on weekly and final reports and field site evaluation. Proof of liability insurance may be required. All internships must be completed before graduation to be included in the student’s degree certification.
