Developing a good understanding of the process of life requires students to have a broad background in the basics of biology. BIOS 1010 provides this background by emphasizing ecology, molecular biology, cell structure and function, genetics, and evolution. This course includes both lecture and lab components. NOTE: For BIOS 1010 hybrid sections, there are five mandatory on-campus labs at about two-week intervals. There is a mandatory orientation meeting at the beginning of the quarter. For each lab missed, six percent is deducted from the final grade. Auditory learners are most successful with the class format.
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This general biology course is taught as a three-course sequence: BIOS 1111, BIOS 1121, and BIOS 1130. In this first course in the sequence, students study the cellular, molecular, and genetic bases for life process. The course includes both lecture and lab components. All three courses must be successfully completed to transfer as a two-semester general biology course.
This general biology course is taught as a three-course sequence: BIOS 1111, BIOS 1121, and BIOS 1130. In this second course in the sequence, students study ecology and evolutionary biology. The course includes both lecture and lab components. All three courses must be successfully completed to transfer as a two-semester general biology course.
The last in a three-course sequence, this course emphasizes structure and function of plant and animal organ systems. This course includes both lecture and lab components.
Environmental Biology focuses on ecological issues and assists students in identifying the causes, proposing solutions, and developing/critiquing environmental action plans. Course topics include ecosystems, energy, populations, resources, pollution, sustainability, and stewardship.
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This survey course includes all systems of the human body, emphasizing the relationship between structure and function. It is intended for certificate-seeking students in MCC programs; transfer elsewhere as anatomy/physiology credit is not assured. This course includes both lecture and lab components.
This is an introductory botany course that studies plant morphology and physiology of herbaceous and woody plant divisions within the plant kingdom, as well as other related plant-like organisms (algae and fungi). Topics covered include plant structure and function, plant growth, transpiration, photosynthesis, evolution, and reproductive life cycles. The course concludes with the diversity of flowers and plant life. Laboratory work includes microscopic examination of cells and tissues of typical plants, experiments in photosynthesis and transpiration, observation of the plant life cycle through gametophyte and sporophyte stages, and an introduction to plant identification techniques.
This course is an introduction to the biological applications relating to bioprocessing. Topics include career exploration, history and applications of DNA and RNA technology, fermentation, enzymes, growth requirements for microbes, sterile techniques, waste water treatment, bioseparation, and laboratory safety. This course is supplemented with laboratory exercises, demonstrations, and field trips that illustrate the basic techniques of bioprocessing.
Understanding many of the advances taking place in biology and medicine requires a good understanding of genetics. This course discusses both classical and modern genetics.
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This course includes a study of the structure, physiology, ecology, and human health implications of microorganisms. This course includes both lecture and lab components. NOTE: If students' programs include a course in anatomy and physiology, completing that course prior to BIOS 2150 would be to their advantage.
This course presents an in-depth study of human anatomy and physiology by examining cell function, tissues, and the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. This course includes both lecture and lab components. NOTE: CHEM 1010, CHEM 1211, or CHEM 1212 must be successfully completed prior to taking BIOS 2320 Anatomy and Physiology II.
As a continuation of BIOS 2310, this course studies the structure and function of the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, excretory, endocrine, and reproductive systems. This course includes both lecture and lab components. NOTE: If students' programs require both BIOS 2310 and BIOS 2320, the chemistry prerequisite must be met prior to taking BIOS 2320.
This course allows for instruction in special content areas not included in other Biology courses.