| Biology 054 |
Language of Biotechnology |
3 |
Concurrent enrollment of
Biology 055 and Biology 056 is required |
Introduction to basic
biotechnology terminology stressing the importance of writing verbal
communication, and reading comprehension. Prepares students for success in
college level science courses. (Same as English 054.) |
| Biology 055 |
Introduction to Biotechnology |
2 |
Concurrent enrollment in
Biology 054 and Biology 056 is required. |
Introduction to basic
concepts and technical skills needed to work in a modern biotechnology
laboratory. Areas of study include chemistry, cell biology, genetics and
microbiology. Prepares students for success in college level science courses.
Designed for non-biology majors. |
| Biology 056 |
Math for Biotechnology |
3 |
Concurrent enrollment in
Biology 054 and Biology 055 is required. |
Introduction to
mathematical concepts used in biotechnology, such as scientific notation,
percentages, mixture, concentration and dilution, logarithms and the metric
system. Prepares students for success in college level science courses. |
| Biology 109 |
Fundamentals of Biology |
3 |
None |
Principles of biology
stressing the relationship of all organisms from anatomical, physiological
and ecological points of view. Includes cell machinery, genetics,
reproduction, embryology, animal behavior, botany, ecology, evolution and
human physiology. Concurrent enrollment in Biology 109L recommended. Not open
to students who are enrolled in or have credit in Biology 159. Designed for
non-biology majors. |
| Biology 109H |
Honors Fundamentals of Biology |
3 |
A high school or college
GPA of 3.0 or above |
Traditional Biology
enriched in breadth and depth by extensive outside reading assignments and
guest lecture presentations. Emphasis is on individual preparation for
discussion and analysis of pertinent topics using critical oral and written
expression. Concurrent enrollment in Biology 109L is recommended. Designed
for non-biology majors. |
| Biology 109 L |
Fundamentals of Biology Laboratory |
1 |
Biology 109 or 159 or
concurrent enrollment |
Laboratory experiments to
identify and illustrate significant organisms and their structures. Emphasis
is placed on the relationship of all organisms from an anatomical,
physiological, and ecological framework. Content correlates to Biology 109 or
159 lecture material. |
| Biology 121 |
Natural History of the Northwest |
3 |
None |
An ecological study of
mountains, forests and coastal areas of the Northwestern Unites States. May
be repeated. |
| Biology 123 |
Natural History of Yellowstone
and the Grand Tetons |
3 |
None |
An ecological study of the
forest and mountain ecosystem of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks.
Animal observation, plant identification, and environmental problems will be
emphasized. May be repeated. |
| Biology 125 |
Natural History of the Rocky Mountains |
3 |
None |
An ecological study of the
Rocky Mountains of Utah and Colorado. May be repeated. |
| Biology 126 |
Natural History of Arizona |
3 |
None |
An ecological study of
mountain, canyon, and desert ecosystems of Arizona. Animal and plant
identification, geology, and environmental problems will be emphasized. This
is a field study course and includes overnight camping. |
| Biology 127 |
Ecology |
1 |
None |
Introduction to the basic
principles of ecology. Study of ecosystems, biomes, and the relationships of
plants and animals in the natural world. |
| Biology 128 |
Natural History of Southern California |
1 |
None |
An ecological study of
plant and animal life of the southern and central California coast. May be
repeated. |
| Biology 129 |
Ecology of Southern California |
1 |
None |
Identification and study of
the plants and animals of the ocean, mountain and desert regions of Southern
California with emphasis on the organisms relationship to their environment. |
| Biology 130 |
The Wilderness of Southern Utah |
3 |
None |
An ecological study of
mountains, desert, and canyon ecosystems of Southern Utah. May be repeated. |
| Biology 131 |
Natural History of the Southwest |
3 |
None |
An ecological study of
mountain, canyon and desert ecosystems of the Southwestern United States.
Animal and plant identification, geology, and environmental problems will be
emphasized. |
| Biology 132 |
Natural History of Death Valley |
1 |
None |
Ecological relationships of
desert plant and animal life will be observed and studied. May be repeated. |
| Biology 133 |
Desert Biology |
1 |
None |
A survey of desert plants
and animals with emphasis on their identification, evolution and adaptations
to an arid environment. |
| Biology 134 |
Natural History of the Sonoran/Colorado
Desert |
1 |
None |
Ecological study of the
plants and animals of the Sonoran/Colorado Desert area of Southern
California. |
| Biology 135 |
Ecology of the Mojave Desert |
1 |
None |
Ecological relationships of
Mojave Desert plant and animal life will be observed and studied. This is a
field study course and includes overnight camping. |
| Biology 139 |
Health Microbiology |
4 |
None |
Presents practical and
theoretical aspects of medical microbiology to meet the needs of those in
allied health professions. Provides basic knowledge of the microbial world by
covering diversity, structure, metabolic and genetic characteristics,
cultivation and control. Emphasis is placed in human-microbe interactions
especially infectious diseases. Laboratory deals with identification, growth,
and control of microorganisms. Prior completion of Biology 109 or 149
recommended. |
| Biology 149 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology |
4 |
None |
Human anatomy and
physiology stressing the interrelationships between normal structure and
function. Designed for students in the allied health sciences, particularly
those desiring the two-year RN degree. May not meet requirements for physical
education or BSN majors. |
| Biology 159 |
Cycles of Life: Exploring Biology |
3 |
None |
Course of 26, half-hour
programs that introduce the basic principles of biology. This course is a
general survey which covers topics of comparative physiology, human anatomy,
ecology, genetics, and evolution. Not open to students enrolled in or having
credit in Biology 109. |
| Biology 169 |
Natural History of the Sierra Nevadas |
1--3 |
None |
A field study of the
ecology, geology, and history of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Animal and
plant studies, environmental problems and wilderness preservation will be
emphasized. |
| Biology 170 |
Environmental Challenge of the
21st Century |
1 |
None |
Examines the environmental
impacts of increased human population on food, water and energy resources.
Land use policies and environmental effects of pollution will also be
analyzed. (Same as Environmental Studies 170.) |
| Biology 177 |
Human Genetics |
3 |
None |
Introductory course in
genetics. Topics include the principles of Mendelian genetics, mechanisms of
mitosis and meiosis, process of transcription, translation and protein
synthesis, non-Mendelian patterns of inheritance, the cell cycle, and cell
structure. Discussions relevant to current social concerns about genetics
covering topics such as cloning, DNA fingerprinting, genetic engineering,
prenatal diagnosis, gene therapy and the Human Genome Project. |
| Biology 200 |
Environment of Man |
3 |
None |
A biological and physical
science introduction to environmental problems such as energy, resources,
pollution, land use, population and food, including economic and political
factors. A natural science elective. (Same as environmental Studies 200 and
Science 200.) |
| Biology 211 |
Cellular and Molecular Biology |
5 |
Mathematics 080 with a
grade of C or better. |
An investigation into the
molecular and cellular basis of life, including the evolution of cells, cell
structure and function, energy information flow, cellular reproduction,
genetics, and the molecular basis of inheritance. Required of majors in
Biology, Medicine, Forestry, and Agriculture. This course is a prerequisite
for Biology 212 and Biology 214. Prior completion of Chemistry 119 or 209 or
equivalent recommended. |
| Biology 212 |
Animal Diversity and Ecology |
5 |
Biology 211 with a grade of
C or better. |
A study of ecological
principles, and relationships between animal diversity and ecosystems.
Habitat, populations, ecological interactions, and environmental influences
are stressed while surveying animal diversity and addressing structure,
function, behavior, and adaptation of major taxonomic groups. required of
majors in biology, medicine, forestry and agriculture. Field trips required. |
| Biology 214 |
Plant Diversity and Evolution |
5 |
Biology 211 with a grade of
C or better. |
Principles and processes of
evolution leading to biodiversity. Survey of the Bacteria, Achaea, and the
Eukaryote domain, emphasizing the kingdoms Protista, Fungi and Plantae with a
detailed view of the evolutionary adaptations of the anatomy, physiology, and
life cylces of these organisms. Field trips required. |
| Biology 217 |
Pathophysiology |
2 |
Biology 149, 239 or 249 |
Covers dynamic aspects of
human disease. Links sciences of anatomy, physiology and biochemistry with
their application to clinical practice for health professionals. |
| Biology 229
(CAN
BIOL 14) |
General Microbiology |
5 |
Biology 109/109H and 109L,
or 139, or 149, or 211 or Chemistry 119 or 209 |
Introduction to
microorganism, their classification, structure, biochemistry, growth control
and their interactions with other organisms and the environment. Designed for
biology, preprofessional, and prenursing (BSN) majors. |
| Biology 239
(CAN BIOL 10) (CAN BIOL SEQ B = BIOL 239+249) |
General Human Anatomy |
4 |
None |
Structure of the human
body. Systems, organs, and tissues are studied from human skeletons, models,
charts, slides and CD-ROM programs. Laboratory includes the dissection of a
cat; and periodic demonstrations of a prosected cadaver as available. |
| Biology249
(CAN
BIOL SEQ B = BIOL 239+249) |
Human physiology |
4 |
Biology 239 |
Microscopic, macroscopic
and dynamic view of the human physiological processes. The lecture portion
includes a thorough consideration of both "cell and systems"
physiology. Laboratory work includes the use of techniques used in basic
research, an introduction to the use of standard medical equipment and the
performance of medical laboratory tests. Non-invasive experiments are
performed on students enrolled in the class. |
| Biology 259 |
Environmental Biology |
4 |
None |
Introduction to
Environmental Biology. Includes study of ecosystems, population dynamics,
classification, diversity of plant and animal species, effects of pollutants
at both the cellular and organismal levels and principles of ecology. (Same
as Environmental Studies 259.) |
