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10 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 100Human Biology3

This course provides an introduction to the study of living organisms. Emphasis is placed on the structure and function of the cell as the basis of life. Each body system is studied. Additional topics will 170

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.centralpenn.edu
BIO 105Human Development6

Communication –

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.centralpenn.edu
BIO 230Advanced Biology I*3

This course is an introduction to the biological sciences. The focus of this course is the study of living organisms with an emphasis on the structure and function of the cell as the basis of life. Topics include elements of biochemistry, cell structure and function, reproduction, genetics, and elements of physiology. Terms Offered: SP

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.centralpenn.edu
Prerequisite
ALH165 and ALH165L or ALH130 and ALH130L
Corequisite
BIO230L
BIO 230LAdvanced Biology Lab I*1

This course is the practical laboratory application of the concepts learned in BIO230, Advanced Biology I. The focus of this course is the study of lining organisms with an emphasis on the structure and function of the cell as the basis of life. Terms Offered: SP

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.centralpenn.edu
Prerequisite
ALH165 and ALH165L or ALH130 and ALH130L
Corequisite
BIO230
BIO 260Microbiology*3

This course will introduce students to the science of microbiology. A variety of microorganisms are studied including bacteria, viral agents, prions, and fungi. Common infectious agents presented in a systems approach, will provide understanding of the principles of immunology and the processes of infection. This is a C to progress Course. Terms Offered: SU, WI

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.centralpenn.edu
BIO 260LMicrobiology Lab1

This course is a practical laboratory course to BIO260, Microbiology. This laboratory course will introduce students to basic techniques and procedures used by microbiologists such as handling microbes, methods of identification and quantification of microorganisms, aseptic techniques, and preparation and examination of stained slides. Topics covered in this course include fundamental aspects of microbiology including microbial diversity, cell structure/function, physiology, genetics, reproduction, and host-parasite relationships. Terms Offered: FL

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.centralpenn.edu
Prerequisite
Concurrent with BIO260
BIO 330Advanced Biology II*3

This course provides an overview of cell biology, both at the structural and functional level highlighting medical implications and builds on the concepts introduced in BIO230. Topics of study include bimolecular structure and function, fundamental molecular biology of the cell, genetics, genetic engineering, and biotechnology. Terms Offered: SU

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.centralpenn.edu
Prerequisite
BIO230 and BIO230L
Corequisite
BIO330L
BIO 330LAdvanced Biology Lab II*1

This course is the practical laboratory application of the concepts learned in BIO330. Topics of student include bimolecular structure and function, fundamental molecular biology of the cell, genetics, genetic 171

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.centralpenn.edu
BIO 430Advanced Microbiology*3

This course covers principles of microbiology with an emphasis on microorganisms and human disease. Topics include an overview of microbiology and aspects of medical microbiology, identification and control of pathogens, disease transmission, host resistance, and immunity. Terms Offered: FL

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.centralpenn.edu
Prerequisite
BIO230, BIO230L, CHM200, and CHM200L
Corequisite
BIO430L
BIO 430LAdvanced Microbiology Lab*1

This course is the practical laboratory application of the concepts learned in BIO430. Emphasis is on the relationship between microorganisms and human disease, identification and control of pathogens, disease transmission, host resistance, and immunity. Terms Offered: FL

Subject
BIO
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.centralpenn.edu
Prerequisite
BIO230, BIO230L, CHM200, and CHM200L
Corequisite
BIO430

Source: Central Penn College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59