18 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 120Biological Concepts4
A one-semester introductory course concerned with the fundamental facts and principles of modern biology. The course is designed for the student who wishes to gain an understanding of current biological concepts and their relevance to problems of human society. Emphasis will be on principles including: cell structure and function, energy transfer, reproduction, heredity, and evolution. Topics of contemporary interest include cancer, AIDS, infertility, genetic technology, and others.
MAT 020 or appropriate placement tests score Semesters Offered: All This course satisfies the core competency for Scientific Reasoning.
BIO 130Human Biology4
Human Biology is an introductory course that introduces fundamental biological and scientific principles to non-science majors using humans as a model organism. Topics of study include; the scientific method, human inheritance, human health and disease, human evolution, and the structure and function of the human body. Emphasis is placed on the organization of the body, nervous systems, special senses, endocrine system and the reproductive system. Not accepted as major credit toward a Biological Science or Allied Health major.
COM 098 or EAP 050 or EAP 060 MAT 020 , or appropriate score on placement test.
BIO 140Essentials of Biology4
This is an introductory biology course that focuses on the development of critical thinking skills and major topics of cell biology that are fundamental for understanding normal cellular and pathological conditions. Topics will include microscopic and macroscopic levels of the body, structures and functions of prokaryotic cells, eukaryotic cells, and viruses, cellular division and metabolism, regulation of bodily activities and homeostasis, technologies used for health-related conditions. In the laboratory, students will focus on using critical thinking and the scientific method to solve biological problems, the metric system, microscopy, histology, collecting, interpreting and presenting data and developing other laboratory skills.
MAT 020 with a C or better, or placement by assessment COM 098 or EAP 050 and EAP 060 Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring/Summer
BIO 150Biology I4
BIO 150, Biology I, is an introduction to the principles of biology, with emphasis on biological organization at the cellular level. Concepts covered include cell biology, including early evolution of cellular life, cell structure and function, metabolism, and reproduction; genetics, and gene regulation in bacteria and eukaryotes. The laboratory experiments complement lectures. This is a first year college course designed to help students develop a strong foundation in the natural or physical sciences.
COM 098 or EAP 050 & EAP 060 , CHE 120 or high school Chemistry with a “C” or better; MAT 030 or appropriate placement test score Semesters Offered: All This course satisfies the core competency for Scientific Reasoning.
BIO 155Biology II4
This course introduces the fundamental principles of botany and zoology as applied to the representative groups of plants and animals. Topics also include ecology and evolution.
BIO 150 with a “C” or better Semesters Offered: Spring
BIO 160Introduction to Biotechnology4
This course introduces the principles and applications of recombinant DNA technology in animals, plants, and microorganisms to improve human health and promote a cleaner environment. Topics will include the history of biotechnology, genetics, and molecular biology, applications of biotechnology, and biotechnology policy and ethics. Students will learn fundamental laboratory skills used in biotechnology, including DNA extraction, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), gel electrophoresis, bacterial transformation, protein and bioinformatics analyses. The course combines lecture and hands-on laboratory experiences to illustrate modern biotechnology practices.
A study of the fundamentals of anatomy and physiology, with emphasis placed on the organization of the body, cells and tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, and special senses. This is the first of a two course sequence in anatomy and physiology. It is intended to provide a strong background in human anatomy and physiology for student in the STEM and Allied Health majors. Dissection is required as a part of this course.
BIO 140 (recommended) or BIO 150 with a minimum grade of “C” or better. COM 098 or EAP 050 and EAP 060 CHE 120 or high school chemistry with a grade of “C” or better. Semesters Offered: All
BIO 255Anatomy and Physiology II4
This course is the second semester of a two-semester course in anatomy and physiology. Emphasis is placed on the structure and function of the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Additional topics include fluid and electrolyte balance as well as acid-based homeostasis. Dissection is required in the laboratory portion of this course.
BIO 250 with a “C” or better Semesters Offered: All
BIO 260Genetics4
BIO 260 is a study of classical, molecular, and biochemical approaches to analyzing inheritance patterns. Topics in BIO 260 include Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance patterns, genetic linkage, epigenetic influences, population genetics, gene expression, genetic regulation, genetics of health and disease, genetic mapping, genetic testing, genomics, proteomics, biotechnology, and recombination. Laboratory exercises will examine classical and modern approaches to genetic analysis including genetic crosses, population genetics, restriction enzyme analysis, DNA fingerprinting, DNA amplification, transformation, electrophoresis, and DNA sequence analysis.
BIO 140 or BIO 150 and CHE 150 Semesters Offered: Spring
BIO 272Introduction to Bioinformatics3
This course introduces tools and methods for analyzing biological data, particularly genomic and molecular sequence data. Students learn to analyze biological databases and algorithms, and to use statistical tools to understand DNA, RNA, and protein sequences. Course topics include sequence alignment, genome annotation, phylogenetics, and next-generation sequencing analysis. Students will gain skills in sequence analysis, computational analysis, biological data interpretation, programming for biology, and general use of modern bioinformatics tools.
This course will allow students to enhance theoretical and practical hands-on skills in the operation, maintenance, and calibration of commonly used and specialized biotechnology laboratory instrumentation. Laboratory procedures will include solution preparation, aseptic technique, protein separations and assays, electrophoresis, and recombinant DNA technology. Emphasis is placed on good laboratory practices, data analysis, troubleshooting, and proper documentation of scientific experiments.
This course is a survey of the world of microorganisms. Topics to be studied include microbial morph-ology, metabolism and genetics; culture characteristics and identification; basic immunologic concepts; theory of disease process; and applied microbiology as to food and water. This course emphasizes the importance of microorganisms in the health care environment and everyday life and is designed for student in the allied health, laboratory technology fields.
BIO 140 or BIO 150 with a grade of “C” or better. CHE 120 or high school chemistry with a grade of “C” or better . COM 098 or EAP 050 and EAP 060 Semesters Offered: All
BIO 285Biomanufacturing4
This course introduces the principles and practices of biomanufacturing used in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Using bacteria, mammalian, and/or yeast cells, students learn upstream and downstream processing techniques to produce biological products such as vaccines, enzymes, and therapeutic proteins. Emphasis is placed on fermentation, cell culture, purification methods, quality control, and regulatory compliance, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
The Biotechnology Capstone Project is a student-driven research project that draws on the student’s overall experience in the Biotechnology A.S. Program. Students will be required to develop a project proposal with instructor assistance, create a project timeline, conduct relevant experiments and perform data analysis, maintain a laboratory notebook, and prepare a final project report.
This course allows faculty to provide students with additional, timely learning experiences in their area of study. Each course of one to four credits is scheduled when needed with a unique topic, a specific syllabus, appropriate enrollment requirements and prerequisite courses. Up to 12 credits of special studies courses may be applied to a student’s program, insofar as they fit into the program requirements. (A special studies course may be repeated if a different specific topic is offered.) Special studies courses that are later approved as on-going courses in substantially the same form will not be counted toward the 12- credit limit.
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may be repeated if a different specific topic is offered.
