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02-100 Introduction to Biology

Basic concepts pertinent to a general understanding of the biological sciences constitute the subject matter in this introduction.
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02-101 Anatomy and Physiology I

The basic principles of human anatomy and physiology are covered in lecture and lab. Emphasis is placed on the normal, non-diseased state of the human body as a basis for advanced courses. This course is designed for nursing majors; not intended for non-majors.

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Prerequisites

One year of high school Biology and Chemistry.

Corequisites

03-105.

02-102 Anatomy and Physiology I Lab

This lab emphasizes a hands-on approach to learn and understand the location and function of the various components encompassing the organ systems in the human body.  Lab consists of both anatomical dissection and multiple computer modulated activities to demonstrate and comprehend non-diseased physiological mechanisms. 

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Prerequisites

Enrollment in 02-101.

02-103 Anatomy and Physiology II

This course is a continuation of 02-101, focusing on the normal anatomy and physiology of the human body.  The course material is taught from a systemic standpoint and physiological mechanisms are emphasized to provide the students with a basis for future coursework involving the derivation of pathological conditions.  Critical material covered includes the cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, immune, lymphatic, digestive and reproductive systems.  This course is designed for nursing majors; not intended for non-majors. 

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Prerequisites

02-101, 02-102 and 03-105.

02-104 Anatomy and Physiology II Lab

A continuation of 02-102, which involves the considerable mammalian gross anatomical dissection as well as a multi-week fetal pig lab.  The human body is explored from a systemic approach using both inquiry based labs and computer modeled exercises.

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Prerequisites

02-101, 02-102, and 03-105.

02-106 Introduction to Environmental Science

An introduction to environmental science, this course covers basic ecology of ecosystems and the effects and consequences of human activity on ecosystems. Students investigate various issues and propose solutions. The course is designed for non-majors and fulfills the General Education requirement.

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02-107 Human Heredity

An introduction to the genetic principles that govern human inheritance, the course emphasizes modern interpretations of genetic laws as they apply to humans. The course is designed for non-biology majors and fulfills the General Education requirement.

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02-108 Introduction to Human Biology

An introduction to the structure and function of human biology, this course focuses on the role of anatomy and physiology in everyday life. The course is designed for non-biology majors and fulfills the General Education requirement.

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02-110 General Biology I

Students explore the organization of living things, from the molecular level through the organismic levels. Emphasis is placed on the chemistry of life, cell structure and function, energy pathways in respiration and photosynthesis, structure and function of animal organ systems and homeostasis in animals.

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Prerequisites

One year of high school Biology and Chemistry; not intended for non-majors.

02-111 General Biology I Lab

This laboratory is designed to allow students to explore scientific principles introduced in the lecture component using an inquiry-based method. Student will perform experiments which examine cell structure and function (prokaryotic and eukaryotic, uni-and multicellular) as well as designing experiments in enzyme kinetics and organ physiology. Concepts such as molarity, percent solutions, and pH/acid-base balance will be reinforced through student-driven experimentation. This course partially fulfills the advanced writing requirement.

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Corequisites

Enrollment in 02-110.

02-115 General Biology II

This course is a continuation of 02-110, with emphasis on the reproduction, development, inheritance, evolution, ecology and behavior of biological systems.

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Prerequisites

02-110.

Corequisites

Enrollment in 02-116.

02-116 General Biology II Lab

In this laboratory course students investigate the cell cycle, gametogenesis, and principles of inheritance including the normal human karyotype and chromosomal disorders. Students survey the microbial world and compare the anatomy and physiology of invertebrates and vertebrates with a focus on evolutionary differences. Students are expected to complete a semester-long investigative project designed to familiarize students with data collection, analysis, and presentation skills.

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Prerequisites

02-111.

Corequisites

Enrollment in 02-115.

02-122 Integrated Science II

This is a contiunation of 17-120, focusing on the history and origins of life, ecology and the environment, human biology and Mendelian genetics. Emphasis is placed on the integration of these concepts across the physical, chemical and biological disciplines. This course is designed for students requiring a general science class that integrates physics, chemistry, biology and environmental science. Lecture students must also concurrently enroll in 02-123, a weekly lab that reinforces concepts reviewed in the lecture section. This course fulfills the General Education requirement for science.

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Corequisites

02-123.

02-123 Integrated Science II Lab

This is the second semester laboratory component of a two-semester lecture and laboratory sequence in integrated science. Topics investigated in this lab include history and origins of life, ecology and the environment, human biology and Mendelian genetics. Emphasis is placed on the integration of these concepts across the physical, chemical and biological disciplines. This course is required to be taken concurrently with 02-122.

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Corequisites

02-122

02-140 Molecular and Cellular Sciences for Secondary Educators

The basic principles of cellular structure and function are presented. Students develop an understanding of the molecular basis of life, the cell cycle, and the structure and function of organelles, tissues, organs and organ systems. These principles are studied in the context of the theories of biological evolution. This course is designed for Chemistry and Physics majors with Secondary Education minors and does not fulfill the General Education Science requirement.

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Prerequisites

Chemistry or Physics majors; permission of the instructor.

02-142 Environmental Science for Secondary Educators

This course is designed for Secondary Education minors majoring in either Chemistry or Physics who need some background in the environmental sciences. The course examines the strategies and adaptations used by organisms to obtain the basic requirements of life. It does so in the context of living and non-living factors interacting with one another and their dynamic environment through population, community, ecosystem and ecoregion processes. Emphasized throughout the course is the fact that humans are part of these systems and interact with the environment. This course does not fulfill the General Education Science requirement.

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Prerequisites

Chemistry or Physics major; permission of the instructor.

02-144 Fundamentals of Earth Science

This course is designed for Secondary Education minors majoring in Biology, Chemistry or Physics who need some background in Earth Sciences. Topics include the structure, composition and transfer of energy within and among the Earth's land, water and atmospheric systems. It covers the interrelationships among the Earth's resources and how these relationships are influenced by the physical changes that occur over geologic time. This course does not fulfill the General Education Science requirement.

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Prerequisites

Biology, Chemistry or Physics major; permission of the instructor.