29 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 105Concepts in Biology4
[NSM] Survey of topics in biology with a focus on biological literacy and the scientific method. This course is designed for non-science majors and will not count as a prerequisite for upper level Biology courses. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 5 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
BIO 109Introductory Biology I for Health Sciences4
[NSM] Introductory Biology for Health Sciences will introduce students to the diversity of living organisms, human biology, human nutrition and medical terminology. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
[NSM] A survey of the diversity of living organisms, human biology, and ecology. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
[QR] Emphasis in this course will be on the fundamental principles of biology, cell structure, and functions, cell energetics, genetics, and evolution. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Quantitative Reasoning [QR] requirement.
[NSM] This course is a focused study of the biology, ecology, and diversity of insects. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
Allows the student to gain firsthand experience and knowledge of procedures and practices common to the field by providing service to program, college, business, and/or the community. Pass/Fail. 1 Credit(s). 45 Service Hour(s).
[NSM] An introductory survey of the evolutionary relationships, anatomy, physiology, histology, and development of vertebrate animals. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
BIO 110 OR BIO 111 . This course has an additional fee. Course Session Cycle: Spring Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Even Years
BIO 202Introduction to Plant Science4
[NSM] An introduction to the biology of vascular plants including classification, structure, physiology, reproduction, and ecology. A collection is required in the laboratory portion of the course. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
BIO 110 - Introductory Biology I OR BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II Course Session Cycle: Spring Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Every Year
BIO 203Microbiology for Health Sciences4
[NSM] Microbiology for Health Sciences will introduce students to microbiology concepts as they apply to the health sciences field and to the interactions of microorganisms with humans including those associated with wellness and disease. Topics include basic morphology, genetics, physiology, mechanisms of disease transmission, control of microorganisms, the immune system and microbial pathogens. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II Course Session Cycle: Fall Semestr
BIO 230Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology3
[NSM] An introduction to cellular and molecular biology with a focus on cell division, DNA replication, transcription, and translation. 3 Credit(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II Course Session Cycle: Fall Semester
BIO 240Human Genetics3
[NSM] This course introduces students to the basic concepts of human genetics and genomics. Including consideration of familial inheritance and pedigree analysis, gene structure and organization, mutation and variation, genetic basis of normal development and of cancer. Consideration of social and ethical implications of topics like genetic testing, gene therapy and gene editing. 3 Credit(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
[NSM] The first half of a two course sequence that involves the study of structure and function of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. The course utilizes human cadavers for dissection purposes. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II Course Session Cycle: Fall Semester
BIO 255Human Anatomy and Physiology II4
[NSM] The second half of a two course sequence examining the structure and function of various systems of the human body not covered in BIO 254 . The course utilizes human cadavers for dissection purposes. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
BIO 254 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Course Session Cycle: Spring Semester
BIO 295296 to 495, 496 - Independent Research1-3
Under faculty supervision, students will design and carry out a rigorous scientific study of a specific problem in biology. Written and oral presentation of the research are required. 1-3 Credit(s).
Coursework and skills determined by individual instructors. Course Session Cycle: Fall & Spring Semester
BIO 301Invertebrate Zoology4
[NSM] A systematic survey of the structure, function, and natural history of the phyla and classes of animals without backbones. Emphasis will be placed on evolutionary relationships which are the basis of our classification system. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
BIO 110 - Introductory Biology I OR BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II Course Session Cycle: Spring Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Odd Years
BIO 303Microbiology4
[NSM] A study of the anatomy, physiology, isolation, and identification of microorganisms concentrating primarily on the bacteria. The roles of various groups in nature, medicine, and industry are also studied. Immunology and a study of the human immune system are included. The laboratory portion stresses the practical aspects in an individual isolation and identification setting. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II Course Session Cycle: Fall Semester
BIO 305Introductory Genetics4
Mendelian genetics, chromosomal theory of inheritance, nature and action of genes in biochemistry and development, population and ecological genetics, and genetic effects in the human. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s).
BIO 230 - Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology Course Session Cycle: Spring Semester
BIO 306Nonvascular Plants and Fungi4
[NSM] A systematic survey of the structure, function, and natural history of the divisions and classes of plants without a vascular system. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
BIO 110 - Introductory Biology I OR BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II Course Session Cycle: Fall Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Odd Years
BIO 311Field Botany4
[NSM] Deals with the study of plants in natural environments, including plant identification, collection, preservation, and basic ecological relationships. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
BIO 110 - Introductory Biology I OR BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II Course Session Cycle: Fall Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Even Years
BIO 315Animal Behavior3
[NSM] Approaches the study of animal behavior in the psychological, physiological, and zoological lines of thought. Behavior is explained in terms of its evolutionary history, its benefits to the animal, and the psychological and physiological mechanisms involved. 3 Credit(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
BIO 110 - Introductory Biology I OR BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II Course Session Cycle: Fall Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Even Years
BIO 320Human Nutrition3
[QR] Emphasis on the biochemical and physiological functions and metabolism of nutrients in the study of normal nutrition. Biochemical structure of nutrients, energy transformation, and nutrient metabolism of major organ systems are discussed. Adequacy of diets for the life cycle and preventive nutrition related health issues will be presented. 3 Credit(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Quantitative Reasoning [QR] requirement.
BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II Course Session Cycle: Fall Semester
BIO 330Cell Biology4
An introduction to the fundamental unit of biological organization. Topics include cellular structure, membrane structure and function, cellular energetics, cell synthesis and growth and cellular genetics. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s).
BIO 230 - Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology and CHM 103 - General Chemistry I or CHM 105 - Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry
BIO 340Biotechnology and Bioinformatics3
[NSM] Examines the techniques of molecular biology and bioinformatics and their application to a variety of fields. Examples from forensic science, medicine, evolutionary biology and human genealogy will be included. Ethical and social controversies resulting from the use of these technologies will also be discussed. 3 Credit(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.
Complete BIO 105 - Concepts in Biology , BIO 110 - Introductory Biology I , or BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II
BIO 360Pathophysiology3
In this course students will explore mechanisms of disease, manifestation of symptoms, and treatments across the lifespan. Physical or biochemical changes that are the cause or result of pathology or disease processes will be examined. 3 Credit(s). 3 Contact Hour(s).
BIO 255 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Course Session Cycle: Fall Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Every Year
BIO 395Independent Research1-3
Under faculty supervision, students will design and carry out a rigorous scientific study of a specific problem in biology. Written and oral presentation of the research are required. 1-3 Credit(s).
Examines the basic principles of immunology and the cells and tissues that make up the immune system. Topics will include development of the immune system, function and mode of action of immune cells, the role of immunoglobulin, and autoimmune disorders. 3 Credit(s).
BIO 230 - Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology OR BIO 303 - Microbiology
BIO 413Animal Diseases3
Focuses on etiology, symptoms, prevention, and treatment of diseases of common domestic animals, developing principles of safe, effective control and protection. 3 Credit(s).
BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II and Junior or Senior Standing. Course Session Cycle: Spring Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Even Years
BIO 419Plant Physiology and Biotechnology4
Studies the physical and metabolic activities of plants, emphasizing water movement, mineral nutrition, respiration, photosynthesis, and phytohormones and highlighting agricultural and environmental physiologies. Also covers aspects of plant biotechnology including techniques of transgenics and other methods. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s).
BIO 202 - Introduction to Plant Science AND CHM 105 - Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry OR CHM 201 - Organic Chemistry I Course Session Cycle: Spring Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Odd Years
