Biology Courses & Descriptions
BIOL& 100 Survey of Biology • 6 CR
Previously BIOL 100 Introductory Biology
An introduction to biology for the non-science student, emphasizing fundamental life processes and concepts common to all living organisms, with the human example. Emphasis is on biological applications in today’s society. Course includes a lab.
BIOL 108 Human Biology • 6 CR
Overview of human body functions, including an introduction to some anatomy and physiology, nutrition and exercise and modern medical advances. This course is intended for non-science majors. Course includes a laboratory. Meets science distribution graduation requirement at BC.
BIOL 125 Survey of Human Diseases • 5 CR
Examines the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of common and/or emerging human diseases.
BIOL 150 Marine Biology • 6 CR
Introduction to marine life, marine biological communities, and marine ecology. Course includes lecture, labs, and field trips. Fulfills laboratory science course requirement at BC.
BIOL& 160 General Biology I • 6 CR
Previously BIOL 101 General Biology I
Introduces major concepts of cell biology, including cell physiology and structure, molecular biology, genetics, and evolution. Course is a prerequisite for professional health-science programs. Format includes laboratory work. Strongly Recommended: CHEM 100 or CHEM& 121 (prev CHEM 101) or BASCI 098, or one year of high-school chemistry.
BIOL 162 General Biology II • 6 CR
Previously BIOL 102
Surveys systems and processes, and diversity of living organisms and their environment. Format includes laboratory work.
BIOL 199 Individual Studies in Biology • V1-5 CR
Allow students to investigate special biological phenomena and taxa. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
BIOL& 211 Biology Majors Cellular Animal or Plant • 6 CR
Previously BIOL 201 Introductory Biology for Majors I
First in a three-course sequence for science majors and pre-professional students. Topics include cell structure, metabolism and energetics, genetic control of life, biotechnology, and an introduction to evolution. Prerequisite: BIOL& 160 (prev BIOL 101) and CHEM& 161 (prev CHEM 140) or equivalent.
BIOL& 212 Biology Majors Animal Cellular or Plant • 6 CR
Previously BIOL 202 Introductory Biology for Majors II
Second in a three-course sequence for science majors and pre-professional students. Topics include evolution of species, embryonic development of animals, vertebrate systems, and animal taxonomy. Prerequisite: BIOL& 211 (prev BIOL 201).
BIOL& 213 Biology Majors Plant Cellular or Animal • 6 CR
Previously BIOL 203 Introductory Biology for Majors III
Third in a three-course sequence for science majors and pre-professional students. Topics include plant anatomy, physiology, evolution, and ecology. Prerequisite: BIOL& 211 (prev BIOL 201).
BIOL& 241 Human Anatomy & Physiology I • 6 CR
Previously BIOL 260
Introduces the structure and function of tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. Both BIOL& 241 (prev BIOL 260) and BIOL& 242 (prev BIOL 261) are needed for a complete study of the anatomy and physiology of all human systems. Format includes laboratory work. Prerequisite: BIOL& 160 (prev BIOL 101) or BIOL& 211 (prev BIOL 201) with a C or better, or entry code.
BIOL& 242 Human Anatomy & Physiology II • 6 CR
Previously BIOL 261
Continues the study of tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. Both BIOL& 241 (prev BIOL 260) and BIOL& 242 (prev BIOL 261) are needed for a complete study of the anatomy and physiology of all human systems. Format includes laboratory work. Prerequisite: BIOL& 241 (prev BIOL 260) with a C or better, or entry code.
BIOL& 260 Microbiology • 6 CR
Previously BIOL 250
Explores structure, function, and taxonomy of microbes, including bacteria and viruses, and their relationships to health and disease. Format includes substantial laboratory work and written reporting. Prerequisite: BIOL& 160 (prev BIOL 101) or BIOL& 211 (prev BIOL 201) with a C or better or entry code.
BIOL 275 Laboratory Methods in Genomics • 6 CR
Introduces the use of laboratory tools and techniques to sequence DNA. Topics covered include DNA structures and gene expression. Emphasis on experimental methods and design. Students learn to think critically about research methodology and scientific investigation. Prerequisite: BIOL& 160 (prev BIOL 101) or BIOL& 211 (prev BIOL 201) or permission of instructor.
BIOL 312 Biology of Cancer • 5 CR
Emphasis is on the cellular, genetic, biochemical and environmental aspects of the disease including discussion of the multiple disease nature of cancer, its diagnosis and treatment. Same as RAIT 312. Either BIOL 312 or RAIT 312 may be taken for credit, not both. Recommended Prerequisite: BIOL& 160 (prev BIOL 101) or BIOL& 211 (prev BIOL 201)