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BIO 094Concepts of Human Biology 3 2 04

Prerequisites: This course focuses on fundamental concepts of human biology. Topics include terminology, biochemistry, cell biology, tissues, body systems, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate preparedness for college- level anatomy and physiology courses. BIO 106 Intro to Anatomy/Physiology/Microbiology 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: Corequisites: This course covers the fundamental and principle concepts of human anatomy and physiology and microbiology. Topics include an introduction to the structure and function of cells, tissues, and human organ systems, and an overview of microbiology, epidemiology, and control of microorganisms. Upon completion, students should be able to identify structures and functions of the human body and describe microorganisms and their significance in health and disease. This is a diploma level course. BIO 111 General Biology I 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: Corequisites: This course introduces the principles and concepts of biology. Emphasis is placed on basic biological chemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism and energy transformation, genetics, evolution, classification, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of life at the molecular and cellular levels. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science. 99

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Corequisite
RED 090 or ENG 095
BIO 100Introductory Human Biology

Credits: 3

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 101Environmental Biology (3) OR Life Science Elective (IAI)3
Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BIO 102Environmental Biology Laboratory1

Elective: Science, Humanities, or Social and Behavioral Science, based on interest (3-4) Total Summer Semester Credits: 7-8

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BIO 103General Biology (3) ■
Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BIO 103Introductory Life Science

Credits: 3

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 104ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I 4 2 05

Anatomy and Physiology I is an introductory course in the normal structure· and-function of the human body systems designed to provide knowledge and;understanding of the integu- mentary, musculoskeletal, nervous, and special systems as. well as the basic cellular physiology of tissues. lnt~rrelationships between these organ systems and-their tissues are emphasized. Selected laboratory exercises provide for demonstration ,of structure ·and function of·selected systems.

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
none
BIO 104Introductory Life Science Laboratory

Credits: 1

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 105General Biology Laboratory (1) *

Other: ( ) PHYSICAL SCIENCES - 3-4 CREDIT HOURS Required

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BIO 106Intro to Anat/Phys/Micro ()3.00

This course covers the fundamental and principle concepts of human anatomy and physiology and microbiology. Topics include an introduction to the structure and function of cells, tissues, and human organ systems, and an overview of microbiology, epidemiology, and control of microorganisms. Upon completion, students should be able to identify structures and functions of the human body and describe microorganisms and their significance in health and disease. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (2.00)

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BIO 106Unity and Diversity of Living Things

Credits: 4 credits

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 106Environmental Biology

Credits: 3

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 106LUnity & Diversity of Living Things: Lab

See associated lecture course for description.

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 107Environmental Biology Laboratory

Credits: 1

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 109Human Biology3
Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BIO 110Human Biology Laboratory (1) L1 904L9
Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
9
Credits (max)
9
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BIO 110Human Biology

Credits: 3 credits

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 111General Biology Lecture and Lab4
Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BIO 112General Biology II 3 34

This course is a _continuation of BIO 111. Emphasis is placed on organisms, biodiversity, plant. and animal systems, ecology, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of life at the organismal and ecological levels. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. BIO 120 Introductory Botany 3 3 4 Tµis_ course _provides at1 introduction to_ the classification, relationships, structure, and fµnction of.plants. Topics include reproduction and development of seed and non-seed plants, levels of organization, form and function of systems, and a survey of major taxa. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of plant form_ and function, inclu~g selected taxa of both seed and non-seed plants. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. BIO 130 Introductory Zoology 3 3 4 This course provides an introduction to the classification, relationships, structure, and function of major animal phyla. Emphasis is placed on levels of organization, reproduction and development, comparative systems, and a survey of selected phyla. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehensive of animal form and function including comparative systems of selected groups. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. BIO 140 Environmental Biology 3 0 3 Pret"!'quisites: ThiS -course introduces environmental processes and the influence, of human activities upon them. Topics include ecological concepts, population growth, natural resources, and a focus on current environmental problems from scientific, social, political, and economic perspectives. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary environmental issues. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. 159

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
BIO 111 BIO 110 and BIO 111 BIO 110 or BIO 111
Corequisite
None .
BIO 112Biology of Disease and Pandemics

Credits: 3 credits

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 113& BIO-1143

Introduction to Business Law 50 BUS-104

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 113Plants and Society

Credits: 4

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 113LPrinciples of Biology I: Lab

See associated lecture course for description.

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 114Principles of Biology II

This course with laboratory is intended for biology and all other science majors in transfer programs. Topics in this c

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 114LPrinciples of Biology II: Lab

See associated lecture course for description.

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 116Human Anatomy and Physiology for Allied Health

Credits: 4 credits

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 116LHuman Anatomy and Physiology for Allied Health: Lab

See associated lecture course for description.

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 140/140A Environ. Biology/Lab4

*CHM 132 Organic and Biochem 4 *CHM 151 General Chemistry I 4 *CHM 152 General Chemistry II 4

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BIO 140Introduction to Evolution

Credits: 3

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 140AEnvironmental Biology Lab 0 31

Prerequisites: This course provides a laboraiory component to complement BIO 140. Emphasis is placed on laboratory and field experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of enviromnental interrelationships and of contemporary enviromnental issues. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/maJhematics.

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Corequisite
BIO 140
BIO 150Microbes and Society

Credits: 3

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 152Microbes and Society Laboratory

Credits: 1

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 155Nutrition3.00

This course covers the biochemistry of foods and nutrients with consideration of the physiological effects of specialized diets for specific biological needs. Topics include cultural, religious, and economic factors that influence a person's acceptance of food, as wellas nutrient requirements of the various life stages. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the functions and sources of nutrients, the mechanisms of digestion, and the nutritional requirements of all age groups. Classroom Hours (3.00).

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BIO 162Human Heredity

Credits: 3

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 163Basic Anat & Physiology 4 2 O,·5

Prerequisites: This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships.

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
sftp.montgomery.edu
Corequisite
None
BIO 165Anatomy and Physiology I4.00

This course is the first of a two-course sequence which provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the structure, function, and interrelationship of organ systems with emphasis on the processes which maintain homeostasis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. Classroom Hours (3.00), Lab/Shop Hours Requisite courses: Take DRE-097(S23642); (Required, Previous).

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BIO 166Anatomy and Physiology II4.00

This course is the second in a two-course sequence which provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the structure, function, and interrelationship of organ systems with emphasis on the processes which maintain homeostasis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and the interrelationships of all body systems. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course 247

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BIO 171Biology of Human Disease

Credits: 3

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 185Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology

Credits: 5

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 201Biology Principles I (4) *3-4

Physical Sciences -

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BIO 201Fundamentals of Biology I

Credits: 4

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 202Radiation Biology

Credits: 2 credits

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 202Biology Principles II4

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Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BIO 202Fundamentals of Biology II

Credits: 4

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 203Human Anatomy & Physiology I

Credits: 4 credits

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 203LHuman Anatomy & Physiology I: Lab

See associated lecture course for description.

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 204Human Anatomy & Physiology II

Credits: 4 credits

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 204LHuman Anatomy & Physiology II: Lab

See associated lecture course for description.

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 205Microbiology

Credits: 4 credits

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 205LMicrobiology: Lab

See associated lecture course for description.

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 206Nutrition for Health Sciences

This course is an in-depth study of the chemical composition and utilization of macro and micronutrients including the

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 210Genetics

Credits: 4 credits

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 210LGenetics: Lab

See associated lecture course for description.

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 213Introductory Microbiology4
Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BIO 258Anatomy and Physiology I4
Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BIO 259Anatomy and Physiology II4
Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BIO 269Internship I

See the "Academic Policies" section of the current HCC Catalog for internship guidelines. Inter

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 270Internship II

See the "Academic Policies" section of the current HCC Catalog for internship guidelines. Inter

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 271Pathophysiology 3 O3

This course provides an in.-Oepth study of human pathological processes and their effects of homeostasis. Emphasis is placed on interrelationships among organ systems in deviations from homeostasis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a detailed knowledge of pathophysiology.

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
BIO 163, BIO 166, or BIO 169
Corequisite
None
BIO 274Microbiology

Credits: 4

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 275Microbiology ()4.00

This course covers principles of microbiology and the impact these organisms have on man and the environment. Topics include the various groups of microorganisms, their structure, physiology, genetics, microbial pathogenicity, infectious diseases, immunology, and selected practical applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills including microscopy, aseptic technique, staining, culture methods, and identification of microorganisms. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Classroom Hours (3.00), Lab/Shop Hours (3.00) Requisite courses: Take One: BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 163, BIO 165, or BIO 168 (Required, Previous)

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Source
sftp.montgomery.edu
BIO 281Human Anatomy and Physiology I

Credits: 4

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 282Human Anatomy and Physiology II

Credits: 4

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO 290Independent Study

Students will complete an individualized plans of study in the academic subject. The faculty member and stude

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BIO-Elective

Credits: 3

Subject
BIO
Type
course
Edition
0196
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com

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