Biology
1308: Introductory Biology
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)
Topics include basic chemistry, cell morphology and physiology,
photosynthesis and respiration, cell division, and classical
and molecular genetics. Core Curriculum Course. Cannot
be used in conjunction with 1406. Biology
1406: General Biology I
Prerequisite: College reading skills/one year of high school
Biology/high school Chemistry recommended.
Credit: 4 (3 lecture, 3 lab)
Discussions focus on biological chemistry, biological processes,
cellular morphology, metabolism, genetics and molecular biology.
Core Curriculum Course. Cannot be used in conjunction
with 1308.
Biology 1407: General Biology
II
Prerequisite: BIOL 1406
Credit: 4 (3 lecture, 3 lab)
Topics include evolution, classification and ecological relationships,
and organ systems of animals and plants. Core Curriculum Course.
Biology 2401: Anatomy and
Physiology I
Prerequisite: BIOL 1406
Credit: 4 (3 lecture, 3 lab)
Study of the structure and function of human cells, tissues,
and organ systems, including the integumentary, skeletal,
muscular, and nervous systems. Core Curriculum Course.
Biology 2402: Anatomy and
Physiology II
Prerequisite: BIOL 2401
Credit: 4 (3 lecture, 3 lab)
Continuation of BIOL 2401, including the circulatory, respiratory,
digestive, excretory, reproductive and endocrine systems.
Core Curriculum Course.
Biology 2420: Microbiology
Prerequisite: BIOL 1406
Credit: 4 (3 lecture, 3 lab)
Study of microorganisms including morphology, metabolism,
taxonomy, culture techniques, microbial genetics, immunology,
bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and diseases.
Core Curriculum Course.
For additional information, contact the Life Science Department
Office at 713-718-7771
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