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Course Descriptions

BIO103
Human Anatomy and Physiology Survey
Overview of human anatomy and physiology designed for non-science majors. Emphasis on the relationships between the structures and functions in each body system as well as the interrelationships among all body systems in the maintenance of homeostasis. Laboratory work complements and reinforces lecture materials. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): MTH004 or Placement by Examination. Corequisite(s): ENL111.

BIO107
Diversity of Life
A one-semester course for non-science majors that examines the different forms of life on earth. Topics include physical, chemical, and mathematical laws that prescribe and limit forms of life; strategies for categorizing organisms; cell diversity; characteristics of major phyla; and the implications of the loss of biodiversity. The laboratory component involves dissection, experimentation, taxonomy, and study of the means by which biological information is acquired and shared. (Student will not receive credit for both BIO107 and BIO113, General Biology I.) 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): ENL111 and RDG111 and Placement by Examination or ENL111 and Placement by Examination.

BIO111
Basic Botany
Fundamentals of plant science, plant anatomy, physiology, taxonomy, reproduction, and genetics. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab)

BIO115
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Medically oriented study of the structure and function of the human body, using homeostasis as a unifying concept. Topics include the skeletal, muscular, endocrine, integumentary, and reproductive systems with pertinent pathology discussion. Competency in these topics is demonstrated through oral discussion, written tests, and laboratory practical examinations. Intended for students specializing in health-related and science programs. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): Placement by Examination or MTH005 and Placement by Examination or RDG111. Corequisite(s): ENL111.

BIO120
Fundamentals of General Biology
Introduction to the fundamental processes of life. Topics include the philosophical underpinnings of the scientific method, cellular structure and function, cellular reproduction and genetics, evolution and biological diversity, and basic ecology. Successful completion of high school biology and chemistry courses is recommended. This course is NOT intended for students in biological or medical programs. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): Placement by Examination or MTH005 and Placement by Examination or RDG111. Corequisite(s): ENL111.

BIO125
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Medically oriented study of the structure and function of the human body, using homeostasis as a unifying concept. Topics include the nervous, cardiovascular, lymphatic, circulatory, immune, respiratory, and digestive systems with pertinent pathology discussion. Competency in these topics is demonstrated through oral discussion, written tests, and laboratory practical examinations. Intended for students specializing in health-related and science programs. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO115.

BIO201
Microbiology
Biology of microorganisms (bacteria, rickettsiae, fungi, protozoa, helminthes) and viruses. Overview of the natural and applied roles of microorganisms and applications to the human. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO115.

BIO208
Ecology
Basic principles of the relationships between plants and animals and their environments. Topics include physical factors, energy and chemical cycles in the ecosystems; population and community characteristics; ecological succession; and aquatic and terrestrial ecology. Emphasis on local terrestrial and aquatic environments. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO103 or BIO115 or BIO201.

BIO210
Genetics
Overview of the major concepts of modern genetics, designed for the undergraduate biology major. Topics include classical (Mendellian) genetics, molecular and cell biology, and population genetics. College-level chemistry strongly recommended. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO123 and MTH160 or BIO125 and MTH160.

BIO212
Introduction to Neurobiology
Investigates the workings of the nervous system. Emphasizes a functional understanding so that the student will be able to follow the sequence from affecter to effecter. Uses primarily an inquiry-based outlook to explain successful approaches employed to investigate nerves and their relationship to the organism. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and CHM100 and MTH160 or BIO125 and CHM108 and MTH160. As needed.

BIO220
General Biology I
Study of the fundamental processes of life. Emphasis on the behavior and interactions of molecules and cells as the foundation of modern medicine. Topics include the scientific method, cell structure and function, protein synthesis, metabolism, molecular genetics, genetic engineering, evolution, membrane properties, the cell cycle, cell communication, and the development of cellular and molecular laboratory techniques. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO115 and CHM111 and ENL111 and MTH160 or BIO115 and CHM111 and ENL111 and MTH180 or BIO115 and CHM111 and ENL111 and MTH190. Corequisite(s): BIO125.

BIO241
Medical Microbiology for PA Students
Study of clinically important microbes, utilizing concepts of biology and microbiology. Emphasis on mechanisms of pathogenesis, host defense responses, strategies of infection control, chemotherapy, and development of microbiological laboratory techniques. Restricted to students in the Physician Assistant major. This course is more advanced than survey courses intended for students in nursing, dental hygiene, surgical technology and other health care programs. This course does not provide sufficient examination of environmental, food and industrial microbiology to meet the needs of students in many biology or environmental programs. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and BIO220 and CHM111.