BIOLOGY: Course Descriptions
- BIO 106 Introduction to Anatomy/Physiology/Microbiology
- This course covers the fundamental and principle concepts of human anatomy and physiology and microbiology. Topics include an introduction to the structure and function of cells, tissues, and human organ systems, and an overview of microbiology, epidemiology, and control of microorganisms. Upon completion, students should be able to identify structures and functions of the human body and describe microorganisms and their significance in health and disease. This is a certificate and diploma level course.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 2.
- Semester Hours Credit: 3.
- Prerequisite: None.
- BIO 111 General Biology I
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Prerequisites: Proficiency in Reading (minimum ASSET Reading score of 41 or minimum CPT Reading score of 80 OR a grade of “C” or better in ENG 095 or RED 090)
- This course introduces the principles and concepts of biology. Emphasis is placed on basic biological chemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism and energy transformation, genetics, evolution, classification, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of life at the molecular and cellular levels. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. This course may meet the SACS natural science requirement for AA, AS, AFA, AGE, AAS, DIP, or CER programs.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 3.
- Semester Hours Credit: 4.
- Prerequisite: Proficiency in reading or a grade of “C” or better in ENG 095.
- BIO 112 General Biology II
- This course is a continuation of BIO 111. Emphasis is placed on organisms, biodiversity, plant and animal systems, ecology, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of life at the organismal and ecological levels.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 3.
- Semester Hours Credit: 4.
- Prerequisite: BIO 111.
- BIO 163 Basic Anatomy & Physiology
- This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 4, Lab 2.
- Semester Hours Credit: 5.
- Prerequisite: None.
- BIO 168 Anatomy & Physiology I
- This course is the first of a two-course sequence which provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the structure, function, and interrelationship of organ systems with emphasis on the processes which maintain homeostasis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 3.
- Semester Hours Credit: 4.
- Prerequisites: Proficiency in reading or a grade of “C” or better in ENG 095.
- BIO 169 Anatomy & Physiology II
- This course is the second in a two-course sequence which provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the structure, function, and interrelationship of organ systems with emphasis on the processes which maintain homeostasis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and the interrelationships of all body systems.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 3.
- Semester Hours Credit: 4.
- Prerequisite: BIO 168.
- BIO 175 General Microbiology
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This course covers principles of microbiology with emphasis on microorganisms and human disease. Topics include an overview of microbiology and aspects of medical microbiology, identification and control of pathogens, disease transmission, host resistance, and immunity. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of microorganisms and the disease process as well as aseptic and sterile techniques. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. This course may meet the SACS natural science requirement for AGE, AAS, DIP, or CER degree programs.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 2.
- Semester Hours Credit: 3.
- Prerequisites: BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 163, BIO 165, or BIO 168.
