20 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.
BIO 100Medical Terminology1
This course allows students to become familiar with terminology used in the healthcare field. Students learn prefixes, suffixes, and root words that have application to the medical field. This course could be offered in an in-person and/or online format. hour. Fall, Spring.
This course is a study of the fundamental principles and concepts of biology. Topics include a discussion of themes in the study of life, the chemistry of life, cell structure and function, genetics, and animal form and function. Lab exercises reinforce and demonstrate theory content. C re di t: 4 Hou rs (3 hours theory, 1 hour lab). This course could be offered in an in-person and/or hybrid format. Fall,
This course is a continuation of General Biology I. General Biology II will include a discussion of the biodiversity of organisms, taxonomy, the biology of prokaryotes, plants, and animals, and ecology. The course also includes a general overview of human body, structure, function, and other related topics. Upon completion the student should be able to demonstrate understanding of life at the organismal and 157
This course is a basic study of the structure and function of the human integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, immune system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system. The course includes a discussion of fundamental concepts of anatomy and physiology, basic inorganic chemistry and biochemistry, cell biology and histology. Laboratory involves microscopy and dissection. hours. (4 hours theory, 1 hour lab). This course also may be offered in an accelerated delivery online format. Fall, Spring.
This course provides an introduction to basic concepts of structure, classification of growth patterns, and control of micro-organisms. The course will also include a discussion of the fundamentals of infection, disease, host immune responses, and clinical applications of principles. Laboratory emphasizes microbiological techniques. hours (3 hours theory, 1 hour lab). This course could be offered in an in- person and/or hybrid and/or online format. Fall, Spring, Summer.
This course will study the structure and function of human organ systems, including basic inorganic and organic chemistry, the cell, histology, cellular energetics, body organization, the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems, and general homeostasis. Laboratory involves dissection and physiological measurements. hours (3 hours theory, 1 hour lab). This course could be offered in an in-person and/or hybrid and/or online format. Fall, Spring, Summer.
BIO220 is a continuation of BIO 210 and includes the study of the cardiovascular, immune, respiratory, urinary, digestive, endocrine, and reproductive systems, embryology, and genetics. Laboratory involves dissection and physiological measurements.
This course serves as an introduction to the fundamental principles of biochemistry, providing a comprehensive understanding of the chemical processes essential to biological systems. Students will examine the molecular structures, functions, and interactions of key biomolecules including proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. This course emphasizes the dynamics of biological membranes and transport, biochemical signaling, enzyme catalysis, metabolic pathways, and their regulation to maintain homeostasis. Biochemical techniques and their applications in research will also be discussed.
BIO101 and CHM102. hours. This course may be offered online. Fall or Spring.
BIO 311Cross Sectional Anatomy3
This is a study of human anatomy as seen in axial, sagittal, and coronal planes. Body structures will be examined using standardized anatomical nomenclature. Volumetric and three-dimensional images will be used to identify anatomical structures from multiple perspectives. Bony, muscular, vascular, organs and soft tissues of the following anatomical regions are studied: head, brain, neck chest, mediastinum, abdomen, pelvis, spine, and musculoskeletal system. hours. This course is offered in an online format. Fall. 158
BIO 315Seminar Series in Molecular and Biochemical Techniques2
This course offers an in-depth exploration of biochemical and molecular techniques and methods. Through discussions and reviews of journal articles, students will be introduced to the principles of experimental design, ethical research, data interpretation, and the practical application of techniques in biochemistry and molecular biology.
BIO300 or permission of instructor. hours. This course may be offered online. Fall or Spring
BIO 330Cell Biology4
This course is a study of the fundamental principles and concepts of cell biology. Topics include a discussion of cell structure and chemistry, bioenergetics, enzyme kinetics, cell metabolism, cell transport processes, cell to cell communication, cell motility, the extracellular environment, and regulation of gene expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Lab exercises reinforce and demonstrate theory content and provide an introduction to laboratory techniques of biotechnology.
BIO101 or BIO190, or permission of Instructor. hours (3 hours theory, 1 hour lab). This course could be offered in an in-person and/or hybrid format. Fall, Spring.
BIO 340Human Genetics3
Human Genetics will consider basic principles of heredity, extensions and modifications of basic principles, the structure of DNA and chromosomes, the process of DNA replication, transcription and translation, the regulation of gene expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, bacterial and viral genetics, mechanisms of gene mutation and DNA repair, and applications of recombinant DNA technology.
BIO101 or BIO190, or permission of Instructor. hours. This course may be offered in a hybrid and/or online format. Fall or Spring.
BIO 350Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology1
This course will examine cardiac anatomy to better prepare the healthcare provider to identify structures and conditions which affect the heart. Cardiac anatomy and physiology of the structures will be evaluated. Coronary vasculature and blood flow to include coronary arteries will be discussed. The electrical conduction system of the heart in relation to the cardiac cycle, along with congenital anomalies of the heart, will be explored. hour. This course is offered in an online format. Fall.
This course is the culmination of knowledge and skills gained in the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences degree program. The course is designed to help students integrate their knowledge gained from different courses and experiences, and to facilitate the transition to post-baccalaureate education. The course engages students in a multidisciplinary approach and provides opportunities for developing teamwork and interpersonal skills. Each student will complete a project in collaboration with a faculty advisor. hours. This course is offered in an online format. Fall.
Fundamentals in Neuroscience considers neuron structure, function, and communication. The course provides a detailed review of the structure and function of the Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems and will also consider pathologies of the nervous system most relevant to healthcare across the lifespan. Prerequisites: Enrollment in a bachelor completion program. Credit: 3 hours. This course is offered in a hybrid format. Fall, Spring.
Pathophysiology provides a systems approach to disease processes. The course begins with an introduction to fundamental concepts of pathophysiology and a review of cell biology. Normal body system function is considered with a more detailed discussion of disease processes most relevant to healthcare across the lifespan. The discussion of disease processes will include etiology, clinical 159
BIO 510Advanced Applications of Human Anatomy and Physiology3
Advanced Applications of Human Anatomy and Physiology includes a review of fundamental concepts of cell biology, histology, and the regulation of body system functions. The course will also consider the integrated function of body systems, growth, metabolism, reproduction and development with an emphasis on the application of these concepts to healthcare practice. A review of the organization and anatomy of all body systems is included in this course. Presentations of independent research and analysis of applications to healthcare practice will be required in this course.
Enrollment in a graduate program or permission of the instructor. hours. This course is offered in hybrid and online format. Fall.
BIO 530Fundamentals in Neuroscience3
Fundamentals in Neuroscience considers neuron structure, function, and communication. The course provides a detailed review of the structure and function of the Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems. Independent research and analysis of pathologies of the nervous system most relevant to healthcare across the lifespan will be required in papers and presentations in this course.
Enrollment in a graduate program or permission of the instructor. hours. This course is offered in a hybrid format. Spring.
BIO 540Pathophysiology3
Pathophysiology provides a systems approach to disease processes. The course begins with an introduction to fundamental concepts of pathophysiology and a review of cell biology. Normal body system function is considered with a more detailed discussion of disease processes most relevant to healthcare.