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BIO 094 Concepts of Human Biology 3 class 2 lab 4 credit

• Prerequisites: ENG 095 or ENG 111 ot appropriate placement test score

• Corequisites: none
  This course focuses on fundamental concepts of human biology. Topics include terminology, biochemistry, cell biology, tissues, body systems, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate preparedness for college-level anatomy and physiology courses. At PCC, successful completion of this course requires a grade of C or better.

BIO 110 Principles of Biology 3 class 3 lab 4 credit

• Prerequisites: ENG 095 or appropriate placement test score

• Corequisites: None
  This course provides a survey of fundamental biological principles for non-science majors. Emphasis is placed on basic chemistry, cell biology, metabolism, genetics, taxonomy, evolution, ecology, diversity, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate increased knowledge and better understanding of biology as it applies to everyday life. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.

BIO 111 General Biology I 3 class 3 lab 4 credit

• Prerequisites: ENG 095 or appropriate placement test score

• Corequisites: None
  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 and is a Biology pre-major requirement.

BIO 112 General Biology II 3 class 3 lab 4 credit

• Prerequisites: BIO 111 

• Corequisites: None
  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. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics and meets a portion of the Biology pre-major requirement.

BIO 120 Introductory Botany 3 class 3 lab 4 credit

• Prerequisites: BIO 110 or BIO 111

• Corequisites: None
  This course provides an introduction to the classification, relationships, structure, and function of plants. Topics include reproduction and development of seed and non-seed plants, levels of organization, form and function of systems, and a survey of major taxa.  Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of plant form and function, including selected taxa of both seed and non-seed plants. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics and meets a portion of the Biology pre-major requirement.

• Prerequisites: BIO 110 or BIO 111

• Corequisites: None
  This course provides an introduction to the classification, relationships, structure, and function of major animal phyla. Emphasis is placed on levels of organization, reproduction and development, comparative systems, and a survey of selected phyla. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of animal form and function including comparative systems of selected groups. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics and meets a portion of the Biology pre-major requirement.

BIO 140 Environmental Biology 3 class 0 lab 3 credit

• Prerequisites: ENG 095 or appropriate placement test score

• Corequisites: None
  This course introduces environmental processes and the influence of human activities upon them. Topics include ecological concepts, population growth, natural resources, and a focus on current environmental problems from scientific, social, political, and economic perspectives. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary environmental issues. At PCC, students who plan to obtain an AA degree should also enroll in BI0 140A. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.

BIO 140A Environmental Biology Lab 0 class 3 lab 1 credit

• Prerequisites: ENG 095 or appropriate placement test score

• Corequisites: BIO 140
  This course provides a laboratory component to complement BIO 140. Emphasis is placed on laboratory and field experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary environmental issues. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.

BIO 155 Nutrition 3 class 0 lab 3 credit

• Prerequisites: ENG 095 or ENG 111 or appropriate placement test score and MAT 070, MAT 080, MAT 090, MAT 095, MAT 110, MAT 115, MAT 161 or appropriate placement test score AND one of the following courses with a grade of C or better: BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 163, or BIO 168.

• Corequisites: None
  This course covers the biochemistry of foods and nutrients with consideration of the physiological effects of specialized diets for specific biological needs. Topics include cultural, religious, and economic factors that influence a person's acceptance of food as well as nutrient requirements of the various life stages. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the functions and sources of nutrients, the mechanisms of digestion, and the nutritional requirements of all age groups. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

BIO 161 Intro to Human Biology 3 class 0 lab 3 credit

• Prerequisites: ENG 095 or or ENG 111 or appropriate placement test score

• Corequisites: None
  This course provides a basic survey of human biology. Emphasis is placed on the basic structure and function of body systems and the medical terminology used to describe normal and pathological states. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of normal anatomy and physiology and the appropriate use of medical terminology.

BIO 163 Basic Anatomy and Physiology 4 class 2 lab 5 credit

• Prerequisites: Placement into both ENG 111 and MAT 080 OR BIO 094 AND ENG 095 AND       MAT 070

• Corequisites: None
  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. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

BIO 168 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 class 3 lab 4 credit

• Prerequisites: Placement into both ENG 111 and MAT 080 OR BIO 094 AND ENG 095 AND MAT 070

• Corequisites: None
  This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include body organization, homeostasis, cytology, histology, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems, and special senses. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

BIO 169 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 class 3 lab 4 credit

• Prerequisites: BIO 168 with a grade of C or better

• Corequisites: None
  This course provides a continuation of the comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems as well as metabolism, nutrition, acid-base balance, and fluid and electrolyte balance. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

BIO 175 General Microbiology 2 class 2 lab 3 credit

• Prerequisites: BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 163, BIO 166, or BIO 169 all with a grade of C or better

• Corequisites: None
  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 premajor and/or elective course requirement.

BIO 271 Pathophysiology 2 class 2 lab 3 credit

• Prerequisites: BIO 163, BIO 166, or BIO 169 all with a grade of C or better

• Corequisites: Enrollment in Massage Therapy Program
  This course provides an in-depth study of human pathological processes and their effects on homeostasis. Emphasis is placed on interrelationships among organ systems in deviations from homeostasis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a detailed knowledge of pathophysiology. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.