BIOL 100 - Introduction to Life Sciences
Introduction to Life Sciences is a first-year experience course designed to assist students interested in any career related to biological/life sciences in the development of the behaviors and strategies required for college-level academic inquiry and college success. The course introduces the scientific method, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and data interpretation as well as effective communication and academic integrity. Students must demonstrate classroom behaviors associated with success (attendance, punctuality, participation) and develop college preparedness skills (such as time management, reading and note taking for comprehension, study methods, and test taking strategies). Students in the Biological Sciences AA program will be required to enroll in BIOL 100 within the first 18 credits.
Additional Course Fees: $175
Prerequisite
FNMT 017 or FNMT 019, which may be taken concurrently or placement in FNMT 118 or higher.
BIOL 104 - Forensic Biology
This is an introductory course in the field of forensic science with a focus on forensic biology. Little or no prior knowledge of science is required; lectures and assigned readings will supply enough background information to enable the student to understand topics and techniques used in forensic science. This course will cover several disciplines within forensic biology and expose the student to the breadth of the field of forensic science. In doing so, students will gain a basic understanding of the capabilities and limitations of the forensic sciences as they are presently practiced in the field.
Additional Course Fees: $175
Prerequisite
FNMT 118 or MATH 118 (or higher) placement.
Course Offered Online: Yes
General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning
BIOL 106 - General Biology I
This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the general concepts of biology, including the chemical and cellular organization of living things, metabolism, cell division, traditional and molecular genetics, evolution and ecology.
Additional Course Fees: $175
Course Offered Online: Yes
General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning
BIOL 107 - General Biology II
This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the diversity of plant and animal life, and animal behavior. This is the second of two courses in the General Biology series. These courses are designed for the non-biology major.
Course fee: $175
Prerequisite
BIOL 106 with a "C" or better.
BIOL 108 - Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive one semester course on the structure and function of the human body. Basic anatomy and physiology of all major organ systems will be covered in lecture and laboratory settings. Lab includes dissection demonstrations by course instructor.
Additional Course Fees: $175
Prerequisite
FNMT 118 or MATH 118 (or higher) placement.
Course Offered Online: Yes
General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning
BIOL 109 Anatomy and Physiology I
Human physiology and biochemistry are studied systematically in lectures while anatomy is stressed in laboratory experiences requiring extensive dissection. This two semester sequence follows the recommendations of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society. BIOL 109 is designed for students who have had high school biology and chemistry within 10 years or who have passed BIOL 106. BIOL 109 with a "C" or better is a prerequisite for BIOL 110.
Additional Course Fees: (BIOL 109 and BIOL 110): $175
General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning
BIOL 110 - Anatomy and Physiology II
Human physiology and biochemistry are studied systematically in lectures while anatomy is stressed in laboratory experiences requiring extensive dissection. This two semester sequence follows the recommendations of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society.
Course fee (BIOL 109 and BIOL 110): $175
Prerequisite
BIOL 123 - Principles of Biology I
Designed for majors in the sciences and students interested in careers in science and technology, this course is an introduction to the fundamentals of modern cellular and molecular biology.
Additional Course Fees: $175
Prerequisite
CHEM 121 or CHEM 110 with a "C" or better and high school biology or permission of the department head.
General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning
BIOL 124 - Principles of Biology II
This course explores the major groups of organisms with an emphasis on plant and animal structural, functional, ecological and evolutionary themes. Dissection required.
Course fee: $175
Prerequisite
BIOL 123 with a "C" or better.
BIOL 211 - Genetics
Basic principles of genetics using biochemical and molecular models are presented in lecture and laboratory experience. Collection and statistical analysis of data are an integral part of laboratory.
Course fee: $175
Prerequisite
BIOL 106 or BIOL 108 or BIOL 109 or BIOL 123 with a "C" or better or permission of the department head.
BIOL 225 - Ecology and Field Biology
Students explore the relationships that exist between living things and their environment, with emphasis on many of the biotic and abiotic factors that contribute to environmental health and persistence. Participation in field experiences outside the regularly scheduled class and laboratory is required.
Additional Course Fees: $175
Prerequisite
BIOL 107 or BIOL 124 with a grade of "C" or better in either
BIOL 241 - Principles of Microbiology
Bacteria and viruses are studied. An emphasis is placed on the identification, metabolism, physiology and genetics of bacteria and viruses in lecture and laboratory experiences. Clinical aspects of selected microbes are discussed.
Course fee: $175
Prerequisite
BIOL 106 or BIOL 108 or BIOL 109 or BIOL 123 with a "C" or better or permission of the department head.
BIOL 255 - Biotechnology I: Basic Laboratory Techniques in Biotechnology
This course focuses on foundation knowledge and lab competencies that are critical to success in the biotechnology industry. Learning to perform lab functions, such as making solutions, performing serial dilutions, making buffers, balancing pH, performing gel electrophoresis, and packing liquid chromatography columns, requires that students develop an understanding of the concepts and mathematics involved, practice the procedures, and demonstrate the competency to execute them.
Course fee: $175
Prerequisite
FNMT 118 or MATH 118 or higher with a "C" or better, or MATH 161 placement; CHEM 110 or CHEM 121; BIOL 123 or BIOL 241 with a "C" or better.
BIOL 256 - Fermentation, Bioprocessing and Biomanufacturing
This course is primarily project-based. Working in teams, students use fermentation and bioprocessing technologies to produce recombinant proteins in a biomanufacturing industry setting. They are expected to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), utilize aseptic technique, properly document their activities and apply current good manufacturing practice (cGMP). They need to work effectively in their teams and demonstrate good time management. Students draw upon essential knowledge and skills developed in BIOL 255 to complete projects.
Additional Course Fees: $175
Prerequisite
BIOL 255 with a grade of "C" or better.
BIOL 281 - Biochemistry I
Biochemistry I introduces students to the concepts of modern biochemistry. It focuses primarily on the structure and function of proteins and nucleic acids. Emphasis is placed on enzyme mechanics, kinetics and regulation and concludes with a study of gene expression. The course is designed for students interested in pursuing further study in a science, medical or pharmacology field.
Course fee: $175
Prerequisite
BIOL 123 with a "C" or better.
Co-requisites
CHEM 221, which may be taken concurrently