23 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 100Human Biology4
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This course is an introduction to scientific and biological principles presented in a human context. Topics covered include the scientific method, cell structure and function, biochemistry, metabolism, genetics, human anatomy and physiology with a review of organ systems and the application of biotechnology. Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This course is an introduction to scientific and biological principles presented in a human context. Topics covered include the scientific method, cell structure and function, biochemistry, metabolism, genetics, human anatomy and physiology with a review of organ systems and the application of biotechnology. Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
(LEC 48-54) This course investigates the science of preserving biodiversity and sustaining the earth. This is an interdisciplinary, introductory course that examines the human impact on biodiversity and the earth. The course synthesizes the fields of ecology, evolution, genetics, philosophy, economics, sociology, and political science with emphasis on the development of strategies for preserving populations, species, biological communities, and ecosystems. This course is not intended for biology majors. Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
(LBE 72-81, LEC 40-45) This course covers general microbiology, including topics on morphology, metabolism, genetics, epidemiology, infectious diseases, immunity and control of microorganisms. Students will learn aseptic laboratory techniques and the importance of aseptic procedures in clinical settings. Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
ANAT-101 or BIOL-C1000 or BIOL-100 (with a grade of C or better) and CHEM-107 or CHEM-100 or CHEM-101 (with a grade of C or better).
BIOL 125HHonors Microbiology4
(LBE 72-81, LEC 40-45) This course covers general microbiology, including topics on morphology, metabolism, genetics, epidemiology, infectious diseases, immunity and control of microorganisms. Students will learn aseptic laboratory techniques and the importance of aseptic procedures in clinical settings. Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
Acceptance into the Honors Enrichment Program., ANAT-101 or BIOL-C1000 or BIOL-100 (with a grade of C or better) and CHEM-107 or CHEM-100 or CHEM-101 (with a grade of C or better).
BIOL 128History of Science3
(LEC 48-54) This course surveys the history of science from its early beginnings to its development in various civilizations, eras and regions. Students explore the impact of science on humanity in the context of the economic, social, and political realities of different cultures. Underlying assumptions, methods and key ideas in science are surveyed from ancient insights through the Scientific Revolution in Europe to recent science and technology innovations. *Cross-listed as HIST-128 . Recommended Preparation: ENGL-C1000 or concurrent enrollment in ENGL-C1000 . Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-4 AA/AS General Education: AA/AS B2
(LEC 48-54) This course surveys the history of science from its early beginnings to its development in various civilizations, eras and regions. Students explore the impact of science on humanity in the context of the economic, social, and political realities of different cultures. Underlying assumptions, methods and key ideas in science are surveyed from ancient insights through the Scientific Revolution in Europe to recent science and technology innovations. *Cross-listed as HIST-128H . Recommended Preparation: ENGL-C1000 or concurrent enrollment in ENGL-C1000 . Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-4 AA/AS General Education: AA/AS B2
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This course explores biology by examining the characteristics of marine organisms and the ocean environment. Some of the topics covered in this course are the physical and chemical environment of the ocean, diversity of marine organisms, marine ecosystems and interactions, adaptations to the marine environment, and human impacts on the oceans. Students may be required to attend field trips. This course is not intended for biology majors. Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This course examines a variety of topics in biology related to genes and DNA technologies. Topics emphasized include the structure and biochemical processes of cells, classical and molecular genetics, gene expression, stem cell technologies and biotechnology. The laboratory experience develops fundamental skills used in biotechnology labs including performing biological assays, laboratory documentation, microscopy, DNA manipulation, and genetic modification of bacterial cells. Field trips may be Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
BIOL 131HHonors Genes and Biotechnology in Society4
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This course examines a variety of topics in biology related to genes and DNA technologies. Topics emphasized include the structure and biochemical processes of cells, classical and molecular genetics, gene expression, stem cell technologies and biotechnology. The laboratory experience develops fundamental skills used in biotechnology labs including performing biological assays, laboratory documentation, microscopy, DNA manipulation, and genetic modification of bacterial cells. Field trips may be Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
(LEC 48-54) This is an introductory course in molecular genetics with an emphasis on basic human genetics and evolution. This course introduces students to central theories of the biological sciences using chemical and biological aspects of human genetics as its main theme. In addition, students are introduced to the political, philosophical, social, and ethical implications of genetics including genetic modification. This course is not intended for biology majors. Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This course covers ecological principles with a focus on biodiversity, ecosystem function, and the inter-relationship of the biotic and abiotic components of the environment. Several major ecosystem types will be emphasized including ocean, mountain, chaparral, and desert biomes. Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This course is a survey of the biology of plants. It explores the structure, function, evolution, reproduction, genetics, and ecology of photosynthetic organisms as well as their importance to people. The lab component provides experience with plant anatomy, morphology, growth, metabolism, reproduction and propagation. This course is not intended for biology majors. Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This course is a survey of the biology of plants. It explores the structure, function, evolution, reproduction, genetics, and ecology of photosynthetic organisms as well as their importance to people. The lab component provides experience with plant anatomy, morphology, growth, metabolism, reproduction and propagation. This course is not intended for biology majors. Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
(LEC 48-54) This course examines the biodiversity of life. Theories about the evolution and diversity of life are introduced with an emphasis on current threats to biodiversity by human activity. This course is a survey of the biodiversity of life on earth through an exploration of the structure, function, evolution, reproduction, genetics, and ecology of organisms past and present. Field trips may be required. This course is not intended for biology majors. Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This course, intended for science majors, is an intensive modern study of biology designed to prepare students for upper-division science courses. Topics include the biochemical, molecular, metabolic, genetic, and evolutionary aspects of cells and organisms. Students will apply their understanding of biology concepts in the laboratory to develop an understanding of the philosophy of science, methods of scientific inquiry and experimental design. Field trips may be required. Recommended Preparation: Additional high school or college Biology and Chemistry courses., ENGL-C1000 . Transfers to both UC/CSU C-ID: BIOL 190 C-ID: BIOL 135S Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
Completion of intermediate algebra or eligibility into college-level math as determined by college assessment or other appropriate methods.
BIOL 150HHonors General Biology I4
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This course, intended for science majors, is an intensive modern study of biology designed to prepare students for upper-division science courses. Topics include the biochemical, molecular, metabolic, genetic, and evolutionary aspects of cells and organisms. Students will apply their understanding of biology concepts in the laboratory to develop an understanding of the philosophy of science, methods of scientific inquiry and experimental design. Field trips may be required. Recommended Preparation: Additional high school or college Biology and Chemistry courses., ENGL-C1000 . Transfers to both UC/CSU C-ID: BIOL 190 C-ID: BIOL 135S Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
Acceptance into the Honors Enrichment Program., Completion of intermediate algebra or eligibility into college-level math as determined by college assessment or other appropriate methods.
BIOL 151General Biology II4
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This course, intended for science majors, is the second in a two-semester sequence of intensive modern biology study designed to prepare science majors for upper-division science courses. Topics include the biodiversity, phylogeny, anatomy, physiology and ecology of bacteria, archaea, simple eukaryotic organisms, plants and animals. Students will investigate these topics through laboratory activities that include extensive specimen observation, dissection, and field experiences. Field trips may b Recommended Preparation: ENGL-C1000 . Transfers to both UC/CSU C-ID: BIOL 135S Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This course, intended for science majors, is the second in a two-semester sequence of intensive modern biology study designed to prepare science majors for upper-division science courses. Topics include the biodiversity, phylogeny, anatomy, physiology and ecology of bacteria, archaea, simple eukaryotic organisms, plants and animals. Students will investigate these topics through laboratory activities that include extensive specimen observation, dissection, and field experiences. Field trips may b Recommended Preparation: ENGL-C1000 . Transfers to both UC/CSU C-ID: BIOL 135S Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
BIOL-150 (with a grade of C or better)., Acceptance into the Honors Enrichment Program.
BIOL 299Special Projects: Biology1-5
(IS 16-90) Students with previous course work in the program may do special projects that involve research and special study. The actual nature of the project must be determined in consultation with the supervising instructor. Transfers to CSU only
Two Biology classes must be completed prior to enrollment; a Special Projects contract must be completed with the instructor prior to enrollment.
BIOL C1000Introduction to Biology with Lab4
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This combined lecture and laboratory course provides the non-biology major with an introduction to living things and their environment. Students use experimentation and investigation to develop important critical thinking skills. Students learn about the process of science, the building blocks of life, the role and regulation of DNA, how populations change over time, the movement of energy within and between life forms, and how species interact with each other and their surroundings. By the end o Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
BIOL C1000HIntroduction to Biology with Lab - Honors4
(LBE 48-54, LEC 48-54) This combined lecture and laboratory course provides the non-biology major with an introduction to living things and their environment. Students use experimentation and investigation to develop important critical thinking skills. Students learn about the process of science, the building blocks of life, the role and regulation of DNA, how populations change over time, the movement of energy within and between life forms, and how species interact with each other and their surroundings. By the end o Transfers to both UC/CSU Cal-GETC Area(s): AREA-5B, AREA-5C AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
