Course Descriptions

Field study, identification and natural history of non-woody and woody plant species and the communities to which they belong. Uses of forest trees by humans and wildlife is emphasized.

• Biology
• 3 Credit(s)
• (4) Contact Hour(s)

The course is designed to give the student a broad understanding of microbiology covering areas of microbial structure and function, growth, metabolism, genetics, control of microorganisms, principles of immunology, diseases of man and selected aspects of applied microbiology. The laboratory will give the student an appreciation of the problems and methods involved with culturing and identification of microorganisms.Prerequisite: Take BIO-121 & BIO-122 or BIO-171 & BIO-172 with a Minimum

• Biology
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-3) Contact Hour(s)

A course designed to introduce the student to the aspects of modern genetics. Topics will include: gene structure and function, Mendelian genetics, gene expression, recombinant DNA technology, population genetics with attention given to human aspects and applications.Prerequisite: Take BIO-121 or BIO-171 with a Mimimum Grade of C-, Co-requisite: Co-requiste: BIO-241.

• Biology
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

A laboratory offering to compliment BIO 240. This course provides a variety of laboratory experiences including classical, morphological, and molecular genetics., Co-requisite: Co-requisite: BIO-240.

• Biology
• 1 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

An introduction to the scientific study of inland waters, limnology concerns itself with all the factors that affect living populations within those waters. Through lecture and field experiences, the student will become familiar with physical and chemical processes in water, especially those that have a direct effect on biological organisms. Standard methods and highly technical instrumentation will be used on board the college's educational vessel. A survey of life forms and identification skills will be emphasized as well as aquatic community structure and interactions.

• Biology
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2) Contact Hour(s)

• Biology
• 0 Credit(s)
• (1) Contact Hour(s)

This course is an integrated approach to the study of plant anatomy and physiology dealing with both the total plant and its constituent parts. Emphasis is on plant growth, development and regulatory mechanisms. The student will follow the growth of a plant from germination to maturity, examining its anatomical and physiological development.Prerequisite: Take BIO-121 or BIO-125 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Biology
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-3) Contact Hour(s)

Lecture and laboratory course designed to acquaint students with the detailed study of the major muscles of the upper torso and extremities of the body and their function. Focus will be placed on the origin, insertion, action, innervations, and range of motion of specific muscles. This course includes the study of name, shape, and location of bones and tendons as well as their related joints.Prerequisite: Take BIO-165 with a Minimum Grade of C

• Biology
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-3) Contact Hour(s)

A laboratory module introducing the student to polyacrylamide and agarose gel electrophoresis. Seven weekly laboratory exercises (3 hours each).Prerequisite: Take BIO-121 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Biology
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

A laboratory module introducing students to the basic techniques used in culturing tissues and cells. An emphasis will be placed on mammalian systems. Topics covered include sterile and aseptic technique, media preparation, cell count and viability cryopreservation, subculturing, and research applications using cell cultures. (3 hours each)Prerequisite: Take BIO-121 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Biology
• 1 Credit(s)
• (0.5-1) Contact Hour(s)