2017-2018 Academic Catalog 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
2017-2018 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Biology

  
  • BIOL 99 - Preparation for Biology

    3 CR
    This course is designed for the student who does not possess an adequate chemistry and biology background to enroll in BIOL 105 , BIOL 111 , or BIOL 201 . This course will include selected inorganic chemical concepts, biological molecules and their reactions, cellular structure and function, and an overview of body systems. [32-32-64] Lab Fee

  
  • BIOL 101 - Biological Science

    4 CR
    This is a one semester lecture/laboratory course designed for non-science majors to overview the commonalities of life on earth. This course includes a study of the cell and energy flow; maintenance, coordination, and reproductive mechanisms of heredity and evolution; relationship of humans to their environment; and the impact new biological technologies may have on the future. Does NOT count toward a science or biology major. [48-32-80] Lab Fee

    Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

  
  • BIOL 105 - Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology

    4 CR
    An introduction to anatomy and physiology covering the basic structures and functions of the human body. This course is designed for students in the KCC Emergency Medical Services program. The course includes lecture and laboratory experiences. This course is not a substitute for BIOL 201 . Other Allied Health students should take BIOL 201  and BIOL 202 . [48-32-80] Lab Fee

    Prerequisites & Requisites: (1) ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55  (AND) (2) At least a grade of C in one year of high school biology, or BIOL 99 , or other college-level biology course.

  
  • BIOL 109 - Principles of Biology: Organismal

    4 CR
    This is one semester of a two semester, eight credit lecture/laboratory sequence designed to introduce the major concepts of biology for science majors with particular emphasis on diversity of life, developmental biology, plant structure and function, animal structure and function, control systems in plant and animals, ecology and ecosystems. [48-32-80] Lab Fee

    Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

  
  • BIOL 110 - Principles of Biology: Cellular

    4 CR
    This is one semester of a two semester, eight credit lecture/laboratory sequence designed to introduce the major concepts of biology for science majors with particular emphasis on molecular biology. This course includes cellular chemistry, cell structure and function, cellular energetics, mechanisms of mitosis and meiosis, Mendelian and molecular genetics, regulatory and development processes, and evidence of evolution. [48-32-80] Lab Fee

    Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

  
  • BIOL 111 - Botany

    4 CR
    A lecture/laboratory course which includes the study of structures, physiology, and natural history of plants. Provides a background for more advanced courses and should be elected by pre-medicine students, as well as prospective biology majors. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Prerequisites & Requisites: (1) ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55  (AND) (2) Select 1 course from BIOL 99 , BIOL 101 , BIOL 105 , BIOL 109 , BIOL 110 , BIOL 111, BIOL 112, BIOL 116, BIOL 140 , BIOL 200, BIOL 201 , BIOL 202 , or BIOL 205  with at least a grade of C.

  
  • BIOL 140 - Life Science for Elementary Educators

    4 CR
    This is a laboratory-based course specifically designed for prospective elementary teachers. The objectives of the course are to aid students in developing meaningful and functional understanding of key biological concepts in anatomy and physiology, ecology, and evolution; to facilitate insight in the nature of science as an intellectual activity; to explore alternative conceptions of scientific phenomena; to help students develop more positive attitudes about science; and increase their confidence in their ability to do science. [48-32-80] Lab Fee

    Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

  
  • BIOL 201 - Human Anatomy

    4 CR
    This course is a lecture and laboratory course which provides a detailed study of all human body systems. The primary emphasis is on anatomic structures with a fundamental understanding of physiology. It is strongly recommended that the student have successfully completed one year of high school chemistry or CHEM 100  prior to enrollment. [48-32-80] Lab Fee

    Prerequisites & Requisites: (1) ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55  (AND) (2) At least a grade of C in one year of high school biology, or select one course from BIOL 99 , BIOL 101 , BIOL 105 , BIOL 109 , BIOL 110 , BIOL 111 , BIOL 112, BIOL 116, BIOL 140 , BIOL 200, BIOL 201, BIOL 202 , or BIOL 205  with at least a grade of C.

    Additional Information: Recommend prior or concurrent: (1) Have one year of high school chemistry (OR) (2) Take CHEM 100  with at least a grade of C.
  
  • BIOL 202 - Human Physiology

    4 CR
    This course is a lecture and laboratory course that provides an introduction to the major concepts and homeostatic mechanisms necessary for a fundamental understanding of normal human physiology. General principles covered are cellular membrane function, electrophysiology, feedback mechanisms, and metabolism. Also included is an analysis of the properties and interrelationships of major organ systems and a brief introduction to selected disease processes. [48-32-80] Lab Fee

    Prerequisites & Requisites: Take BIOL 201  with at least a grade of C.

    Additional Information: Recommend prior or concurrent: Select 1 course from BIOL 99 , BIOL 110 , or CHEM 100  with at least a grade of C.
  
  • BIOL 205 - Microbiology

    4 CR
    An introductory course which includes the morphology, physiology, and pathology of microscopic organisms. Laboratory exercises emphasize the culturing, identification, and control of microorganisms. [48-32-80] Lab Fee

    Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

    Additional Information: Recommend prior or concurrent: Take CHEM 100  with at least a grade of C.