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 BIO100

Biology Concepts (Non-Majors)
A one-semester introductory course covering basic principles and concepts of biology. Methods of scientific inquiry and behavior of matter and energy in biological systems are explored. Prerequisites: None. Satisfies transfer requirements.

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John Schampel

 BIO105

Environmental Biology
Fundamentals of ecology and their relevance to human impact on natural ecosystems. Field trips may be required at students' expense. Prerequisites: None Satisfies transfer requirements.

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Elena Ortiz, Ph.D.

BIO108

Plants and Society
The study of plants in relation to humans; as a source of food, fiber, drugs and other products; for aesthetic value, survival and energy. Prerequisites: None Satisfies transfer requirements.

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Mickie Bond

BIO109

Natural History of the Southwest
Study of the common plants and animals of the Southwest including their distribution, adaptation, behavior, ans ecology. Prerequisites: None. Satisfies transfer requirements.

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Tice Supplee

BIO145

Marine Biology
A survey of marine environments and their biotic communities with emphasis on the natural history of marine organisms. Prerequisites: None. Satisfies transfer requirements .

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Phil Pepe, Ph.D.

BIO148

Coral Reef Ecology
Introduction to ecology of coral reefs. Emphasis on reef environments, corals, reef fishes, and human impact on reefs. Prerequisites: None.

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Phil Pepe, Ph.D.

 BIO149

Field Biology
Field expeditions in which ecological and environmental principles and concepts are observed and studied. Prerequisites: None.

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Phil Pepe, Ph.D.

  BIO156

Human Biology for Allied Health
An introductory biology course for allied health majors with an emphasis on humans. Topics include fundamental concepts of cell biology, histology, microbiology, and genetics. Prerequisites: None. Satisfies transfer requirements.

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Barbara Cole

 BIO160

Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology
Study of structure and dynamics of the human body. For students who desire a one-semester course in anatomy and physiology. Prerequisites: None. Satisfies transfer requirements.

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James Sinner, D.C.

  BIO181

General Biology I (majors)
Principles of structure and function of living things at the molecular, cellular and organismic levels of organization. Field trips may be required at students' expense. Prerequisites: None. Satisfies transfer requirements.

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Anna Marti-Subirana, Ph.D.

 BIO182

General Biology II (majors)
Additional principles of structure and function of living things at the molecular, cellular and organismic levels of organization. Field trips may be required at students' expense. Prerequisites: BIO 181 or permission of instructor. Satisfies transfer requirements.

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John Schampel

  BIO201

Human Anatomy & Physiology I
Study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include cells, tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system and nervous systems. Prerequisites: BIO 156 or BIO 181 with a "C" grade or better. Satisfies transfer requirements.

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Patricia Finkenstadt, Ph.D.

 BIO202

Human Anatomy & Physiology II
Continuation of the study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Prerequisites: BIO 201 with a "C" grade or better.

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Patricia Finkenstadt, Ph.D.

 BIO205

Microbiology
Study of microorganisms and their relationship to health, ecology and related fields. Prerequisites: BIO 156 or BIO 181 with a "C" grade or better. Satisfies transfer requirements.

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Mark Rosati

 BIO247

Applied Biosciences: Biotechnology
Offers hands-on experience in state-of-the-art equipment and technology, involving students in protocols currently used in Biotechnology, Biomedicine, and Genetic Engineering research labs. Prerequisites: BIO181, BIO 182 or permission of instructor.

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Anna Marti-Subirana, Ph.D.


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