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33 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 1010Introduction to Biology (LS)3

Introduction to Biology for non-science majors. A survey of living diversity from bacteria to plants and animals. Introduces cell structure and physiology, inheritance, evolution and classification. Three hours of lecture per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENGL 0900 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 1015Introduction to Biology Lab1

Laboratory study, experimentation, and analysis illustrating important biological principles. One laboratory session per week. This lab is intended to provide an optional hands-on experience in general biology to accompany BIOL 1010 . BIOL1015 must be taken with BIOL 1010 .

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Corequisite
BIOL 1010 Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring
BIOL 1030Intro to Plant Biology (LS)4

For non-science majors. An introduction to plant form, function, and reproduction and a survey of the plant kingdom. Additional lab component ( BIOL 1035 ) required.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENGL 0900 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score
Corequisite
BIOL 1035 Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 1035Intro to Plant Biology Lab0

Important aspects of plant biology are illustrated. Lab activities include: plant anatomy, physiology, life cycles, and a survey of the plant kingdom. One laboratory session per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Corequisite
BIOL 1030 Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring
BIOL 1050Intro to Animal Biology (LS)4

Students will learn about the origin, evolutionary history, diversity and adaptations of animals. Through comparative analysis of the major phyla of animals, students will see and understand both the broad evolutionary trends and the specific evolutionary adaptations that have led to the tremendous diversity of animals both historically and currently seen today. For non-science majors

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENGL 0900 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score
Corequisite
BIOL 1055 Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 1055Intro to Animal Biology Lab0

The laboratory for Intro to Animal Biology supports and reinforces the lecture portion of the course. Students will view, dissect, draw, and label preserved specimens that are representative of the major animal phyla. They will see first-hand the unique adaptive anatomical and physiological features of different phyla as well as the shared characteristics that demonstrate common ancestry.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Corequisite
BIOL 1050 Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 1070Intro to Marine Biology (LS)4

Introductory study of life in the ocean. Introduces features of the physical environment that affect marine life. Surveys the diversity of life in the ocean, including microorganisms, algae, seaweeds, invertebrates, and vertebrates. Examines evolution and the diversity of life and the interrelationships of living organisms in the ocean. For non-science majors.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENGL 0900 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score
Corequisite
BIOL 1075 Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 1075Introduction to Marine Biology Lab0

The laboratory for Introduction to Marine Biology supports and reinforces the lecture portion of the course. Students will view, draw, and label living and/or preserved specimens that are representative of the major marine phyla. They will see first-hand the unique adaptive anatomical and physiological features of different phyla as well as study marine ecosystems.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Corequisite
BIOL 1070 Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring
BIOL 1090Human Biology (LS)3

Students will learn the foundational concepts of biology, gain basic scientific literacy, and critically examine the relationship between science and society through a series of real-world case studies. The course focuses on humans as biological entities, but further emphasizes the continuity of life, evolutionary relationships, and the interactions among humans and other living organisms.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENGL 0900 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 1120Intro Conservation Biol (LS)3

Introductory biology course that focuses on the patterns and processes that create biological diversity. Examines causes and consequences of diversity losses from genes-ecosystems. Also analyzes approaches to preventing diversity loss.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENGL 0900 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score Semesters Offered: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 1610College Biology I (LS)3

This majors course introduces the essential concepts of biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, and genetics. Topics include biological macromolecules, mitosis, meiosis, DNA replication, transcription, translation, regulation of gene expression, metabolism, membrane function, cell signaling, evolution, and genetics. Additional lab component ( BIOL 1615 ) required.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
MATH 0990 w/C or better, or appropriate placement score; ENGL 0990 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score; BIOL 1615 w/C grade or better or BIOL 1615 must be concurrent. Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 1615College Biology I Lab1

Laboratory observations and experimentation to enhance understanding of biological chemistry, cell structure, metabolism, genetics, and evolution. One 3-hour laboratory session per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1610 with C grade or better or BIOL 1610 must be concurrent. Semesters Offered: All
BIOL 1620College Biology II3

For Biology/Science Majors. This course introduces evolutionary biology, organismal biology, and ecology. It covers the vast diversity of life including viruses, bacteria, archaea, protists, plants, fungi and animals, the origin and evolution of life on Earth, natural selection, the construction and interpretation of phylogenies, and ecological relationships. Three hours of lecture per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1610 w/C grade or better
Corequisite
BIOL 1625 (may be taken previously w/C or better) Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 1625College Biology II Laboratory1

For Biology/Science Majors. Laboratory observation and experimentation to enhance understanding of evolution, diversity, and ecology, including basic microscopy, sample preparation, molecular techniques, and observation of organisms from the major groups of life. Students will apply the scientific method to the course concepts by conducting a research project and presenting their findings.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Corequisite
BIOL 1620 (may be taken previously w/C or better) Semesters Offered: All
BIOL 2020Cell Biology4

Topics covered include cell division, organelle structure and function, gene expression, cytoskeleton, and extracellular matrix. Three hours of lecture per week with additional lab component ( BIOL 2025 ) required.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1610 w/C grade or better
Corequisite
BIOL 2025 Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 2025Cell Biology Lab0

Introduction to some of the basic lab techniques in modern cell biology. Lab activities include: microscopy, cell fractionation and analysis of cellular components. One laboratory session per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Corequisite
BIOL 2020 ; required lab component of BIOL 2020 Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring
BIOL 2030Genetics4

For biology/science majors. An introduction to the principles of genetics. Topics include: transmission (Mendelian), molecular, and population genetics. Three hours of lecture per week with additional lab component ( BIOL 2035 ) required.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1610 w/C grade or better AND CHEM 1210 w/C grade or better
Corequisite
BIOL 2035 Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 2035Genetics Lab0

Hands-on and computer-simulated laboratory investigations of genetic processes. Lab emphasizes data analysis and complements information learned in the lecture. One laboratory session per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Corequisite
BIOL 2030 ; required lab component of BIOL 2030 Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring
BIOL 2060Microbiology3

For HS and biology/science majors. A survey of microbiological principles related to human health. Covers taxonomy, cell structure, physiology, and genetics of microorganisms. Additional lab component ( BIOL 2065 ) required.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1610 w/C grade or better and BIOL 2065 w/C grade or better or BIOL 2065 must be concurrent. Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 2065Microbiology Laboratory1

Introduces practical aspects of microbiology. Lab activities include: microscopy, cell culture, staining, and techniques for characterizing and identifying bacteria.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 2060 w/C grade or better or BIOL 2060 must be concurrent. Semesters Offered: All
BIOL 2220Ecology4

For biology/science majors. Intro to ecological and evolutionary principles, including: population interactions, ecosystem structure/function, energy flow, and biogeography. Three hours of lecture per week and additional lab component ( BIOL 2225 ) required.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1610 w/C grade or better
Corequisite
BIOL 2225 Semesters Offered: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 2225Ecology Lab0

This lab provides an introduction to ecological methods, measurements, and data analysis. One laboratory session per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Corequisite
BIOL 2220 ; required lab component of BIOL 2220 Semesters Offered: Spring
BIOL 2320Human Anatomy4

For HS and biology/science majors. Intro to the structure of the human body using a systemic approach. Structural relationships are evaluated by macro and microanalysis. Three hours of lecture per week and additional lab component ( BIOL 2325 ) required.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1610 w/C grade or better
Corequisite
BIOL 2325 Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 2325Human Anatomy Lab0

Hands-on evaluation of anatomical structures using microscopes and dissection. Human cadavers, histology slides and human/animal body parts are used as study materials. One laboratory session per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Corequisite
BIOL 2320 ; required lab component of BIOL 2320 Semesters Offered: All
BIOL 2327Instr. Exp. in Human Anatomy3

For Biology/Science or Health Science majors. Mentoring students on the structure of the human body. Cell types, tissue types, and the major organ systems, including integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, endocrine, respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, urinary and reproductive. One hour of lecture, four hours of lab weekly.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 2320 w/B+ grade or better Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 2335Beginning Human Donor Dissection2

An intro to dissection techniques through hands-on experience with a human body donor. Students will learn and apply foundational skills while participating in external dissection. Emphasis is placed on respectful handling, anatomical exploration, and collaboration. Designed for students interested in anatomy or medicine, it fosters confidence, curiosity, and appreciation for the human body.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 2325 w/B+ grade or better Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring Registration Restrictions: Approval from instructor Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 2345Intermediate Human Donor Dissection1

This course continues Beg. Human Donor Dissection. Students explore external and internal anatomical structures using specialized tools and grow into more self-directed and competent dissectors. Emphasis on developing leadership and collaboration in an ethical environment. Designed for students interested in anatomy, medicine, or related fields, offering a deeper appreciation for the human body.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 2335 with A- grade or higher Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 2350Field Studies in Biology1-6

For biology/science majors. This course provides an introduction to field studies of local environments and ecosystems.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1610 w/C grade or better Semesters Offered: Summer Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 2355Advanced Human Donor Dissection1

This course continues Int. Human Donor Dissection. Students master advanced dissection techniques working independently with minimal guidance. Participants mentor beginning dissection students. Designed for students interested in anatomy or related fields, this course develops leadership, professional development, and collaboration in an ethical environment.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 2345 with A- or higher Semesters Offered: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 2420Human Physiology3

For HS and biology/science majors. A cellular and systemic approach to the study of body functions, including physical and chemical processes and interactions among the systems. Additional lab component ( BIOL 2425 ) required.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1610 ; CHEM 1110 or CHEM 1210 (all w/C grade or better), BIOL 2425 w/C grade or better or BIOL 2425 must be concurrent. Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 2425Human Physiology Lab1

Hands-on lab investigations of physiological processes. Lab activities include data acquisition and analysis of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, immune, and muscular systems. One laboratory session per week.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 2420 w/C grade or better or BIOL 2420 must be concurrent Semesters Offered: All
BIOL 2900Special Topics in Biology1-5

Special topics for students majoring in biology or other science fields. Satisfies Biology Department elective requirement toward AS degree.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
Defined by instructor Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
BIOL 2990Independent Study1-2

For biology/science majors. This independent study is based on a student-selected biological topic. It may involve laboratory, field and/or library study.

Subject
BIOL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog
Source
catalog.slcc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL 1610 w/C grade or better Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule

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