BIOL 1010  Introduction to Biology I  3 Credits  
BIOL 1010K constitutes the required core course for a seven to eight semester-hour laboratory science sequence. Topics to be covered include the chemical basis of cells, general cell biology and genetics, respiration and photosynthesis, patterns of inheritance, natural selection and speciation and an introduction to the major kingdoms of life. The laboratory component provides hands-on experience in analysis and evaluation of biological processes. This course provides a foundation for the non-science pathway in the skills of inquiry, data collection, and critical thinking while introducing the student to the basic concepts of the life sciences. Laboratory Fee.
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 1010L  
Notes: Credit for this course is NOT granted for students with credit in BIOL 1107K.  
BIOL 1010L  Introduction to Biology I Lab  1 Credit  
The laboratory component of BIOL 1010 provides hands-on experience in analysis and evaluation of biological processes. Laboratory Fee.
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 1010  
Course Fee Required  
BIOL 1011K  Intro to Biology - eCore  4 Credits  
An introduction to fundamental unifying principles in biology. Topics covered in the course include: chemistry of life, cell structure and membranes, cellular functions (metabolism, respiration, photosynthesis, communication, and reproduction), genetics (inheritance patterns, DNA structure and function, gene expression, and biotechnology), and evolution. This course involves both lecture and lab components.
BIOL 1012  Introduction to Biology II  3 Credits  
BIOL 1012 constitutes the second required core course for a seven to eight semester-hour laboratory science sequence. Topics to be covered include evolution and natural selection, diversity of life, senses of the human body, immunity and disease, ecology, and conservation. This course provides a foundation for the non-science major in the skills of inquiry, data collection, and critical thinking while introducing the student to the basic concepts of the life sciences.
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 1012L  
Notes: Credit for this course is NOT granted for students with credit in BIOL 1108K.  
BIOL 1012K  Intro to Biology II -eCore  4 Credits  
This course covers the evolution and diversity of organisms, including microbes, protists, fungi, plants, and animals. Additional topics include body systems, the immune system, reproduction and development, and ecology. For non-biology majors only.
Course Fee Required  
BIOL 1012L  Introduction to Biology II Lab  1 Credit  
The laboratory component for BIOL 1012 provides hands-on experience in analysis and evaluation of biological processes. Laboratory Fee.
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 1012  
Course Fee Required  
BIOL 1020  Plants, Society & Environment  3 Credits  
This course explores the basic structure and function of plants; how they reproduce; their evolution and adaptation to unique ecosystems; the process of domesticating plants; and the sociocultural, economic, scientific and medical impacts of domesticating plants. This course is designed for non-science majors.
BIOL 1107  Principles of Biology I  3 Credits  
Lecture part of a sequence designed for science majors
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory placement scores of successful completion of all learning support requirements.  
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 1107L  
BIOL 1107K  Principles of Biology I  4 Credits  
This course is designed for students in the biological sciences and pre-professional pathways. This course will investigate the history of science and the scientific method, the chemical basis of cells, cell biology, bioenergetics, DNA structure and function, general and molecular genetics, and the theories of natural selection and speciation. Students will be introduced to the recent trends in the biological sciences and will be required to research topics outside of the classroom. Laboratory Fee.
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory placement scores or Successful completion of all learning support requirements Notes: Students may not receive credit for both BIOL 1107K and BIOL 1010K.  
Course Fee Required  
BIOL 1107L  Principles of Biology I Lab  1 Credit  
Laboratory exercises supplement the lecture material of BIOL 1107. Laboratory Fee.
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory placement scores or successful completion of all learning support requirements.  
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 1107  
BIOL 1108  Principles of Biology II  3 Credits  
Lecture part of sequence designed for science majors.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1107K or BIOL 1107 and BIOL 1107L with a grade of C or better.  
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 1108L  
BIOL 1108K  Principles of Biology II  4 Credits  
This course will explore the classification and the phylogenetic relationship of prokaryotes, protists, fungi, animals and plants. Included will be discussions on the history of evolutionary thought, speciation, population biology and ecology. Students will also be introduced to comparative vertebrae anatomy and physiology. As with BIOL 1107K, students will be required to research topics outside of the classroom. Laboratory Fee.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1107K with a grade of C or better.  
Course Fee Required  
BIOL 1108L  Principles of Biology II Lab  1 Credit  
Laboratory exercises supplement the lecture material of BIOL 1108. Laboratory Fee.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1107K or BIOL 1107 and BIOL 1107L with a grade of C or better.  
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 1108  
BIOL 2154K  General Zoology  4 Credits  
This course includes an overview of the diversity of the viruses, heterotrophic Bacteria, heterotrophic Protista and the Kingdom Animalia. Animal organ systems will also be studied comparatively in terms of anatomy, function and physiology; special emphasis will be placed on vertebrates. Laboratory Fee.
Course Fee Required  
BIOL 2180  Directed Study/ Biological Sci  1-3 Credits  
1-3 semester credit hours based on topic covered (topics covered will vary). This course may consist of individual or independent work under supervision of a member of the faculty with whom specific arrangements have been made (directed reading, research, laboratory or field observation projects). The transferability of credit in this course will depend on the evaluation of the receiving institution. This course may be repeated for credit only once.
Prerequisite(s): Any biological lab science and consent of instructor.  
Course Fee Required  
BIOL 2190  Principles of Nutrition  3 Credits  
This course covers the fundamental principles of human nutrition from a biological perspective. Included will be the study of the major nutrient classes, nutrition and related diseases, role of major nutrients, consumer concerns about food, and the requirements of various stress groups.
BIOL 2251  Anatomy & Physiology I  3 Credits  
This lecture course is the first course in a two-semester sequence designed to explore the biological and chemical processes underlying the structure and function of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, and whole-body level. Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to, biological chemistry; cellular structure and function; tissues; and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. This course includes laboratory exercises that supplement the material covered in lectures. This course is designed primarily for non-biology majors, especially those pursuing majors in nursing and the allied health professions.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in any Area D lab science and successful completion of all learning support requirements.  
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 2251L  
BIOL 2251K  Anatomy & Physiology I  4 Credits  
This integrated lecture and laboratory course is the first course in a two-semester sequence designed to explore the biological and chemical processes underlying the structure and function of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, and whole-body level. Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to, biological chemistry; cellular structure and function; tissues; and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. This course includes laboratory exercises that supplement the material covered in lectures. This course is designed primarily for non-biology majors, especially those pursuing majors in nursing and the allied health professions. Laboratory Fee
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in any Area D lab science and Successful completion of all learning support requirements.  
Course Fee Required  
BIOL 2251L  Anatomy & Physiology I Lab  1 Credit  
This course is the laboratory component of BIOL 2251. It is designed to provide hands-on experiences that will enhance and reinforce the content covered in BIOL 2251.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in any Area D lab science and successful completion of all learning support requirements.  
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 2251  
BIOL 2252  Anatomy & Physiology II  3 Credits  
This lecture course is the second course in a two-semester sequence designed to explore the biological and chemical processes underlying the structure and function of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, and whole-body level. Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to, the cardiovascular, endocrine, lymphatic and immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Metabolism and fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance will also be covered. This course is designed primarily for non-biology majors, especially those pursuing majors in nursing and the allied health professions.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2251K or BIOL 2251 and BIOL 2251L with a grad of C or better.  
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 2252L  
BIOL 2252K  Anatomy & Physiology II  4 Credits  
This integrated lecture and laboratory course is the second course in a two-semester sequence designed to explore the biological and chemical processes underlying the structure and function of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, and whole-body level. Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to, the cardiovascular, endocrine, lymphatic and immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Metabolism and fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance will also be covered. This course includes laboratory exercises that supplement the material covered in lectures. This course is designed primarily for non-biology majors, especially those pursuing majors in nursing and the allied health professions. Laboratory Fee.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2251K with a grade of C or better.  
Course Fee Required  
BIOL 2252L  Anatomy & Physiology II Lab  1 Credit  
This course is the laboratory component of BIOL 2252. It is designed to provide hands-on experiences that will enhance and reinforce the content covered in BIOL 2252.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2251K or BIOL 2251 and BIOL 2251L with a grade of C or better.  
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 2252  
BIOL 2260  Foundations of Microbiology  3 Credits  
This integrated lecture and laboratory course provides an introduction to microbiology. This course introduces the student to the diversity and classification of medically significant microorganisms, their modes of pathogenesis and transmission, and the infectious diseases they cause. Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to, microbial cell biology and genetics; major classes of disease-causing microorganisms; host immune response; microbial control; aseptic technique; disinfection; and isolation, culture, staining, and identification of microorganisms. This course is designed primarily for non-biology majors, especially those pursuing majors in nursing and the allied health professions.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1010/BIOL 1010L OR BIOL 2251K with a C or better for BIOL 2260/L.  
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 2260L  
BIOL 2260L  Foundations of Microbiology La  1 Credit  
Select laboratory exercises will provide training in the basic laboratory techniques for culture and identification of microbes. Laboratory Fee.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1010/BIOL 1010L OR BIOL 2251K with a C or better for BIOL 2260/L.  
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 2260  
Course Fee Required  
BIOL 2700  Genetics  3 Credits  
This course presents an introduction to the basic principles of genetics, including patterns of Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance, the molecular basis of heredity, DNA structure and function, biotechnological applications, and population genetics.  
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1107K and CHEM 1211K with a grade of C or better.  
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 2700L  
BIOL 2700K  Genetics  4 Credits  
This course presents an introduction to the basic principles of genetics, including patterns of Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance, the molecular basis of heredity, DNA structure and function, biotechnological applications, and population genetics. Students will explore these principles in the laboratory using fundamental techniques of genetic analysis. Laboratory Fee.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1107K and CHEM 1211K with a grade of C or better.  
Course Fee Required  
BIOL 2700L  Genetics Lab  1 Credit  
Laboratory is designed to provide students with experience using fundamental techniques of genetic analysis. Laboratory Fee.  
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1107K and CHEM 1211K with a grade of C or better.  
Co-requisite(s): BIOL 2700