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BIO101 INTRO TO ANAT & PHYSIO 3 Credit Hours Provides understanding of human structure and function of all body systems. Focus will be given to beginning chemistry principles, cells and tissues. This course is for the student who has little or no background in human anatomy and physiology. BIO121 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I 4 Credit Hours The human body is presented as an integrative, homeostatic organism with emphasis on the underlying chemical and cellular processes necessary for proper functioning. The first course in a two-semester sequence examines the structure and function of basic histology, the integument, musculoskeletal system, and the central as well as somatic nervous system. The laboratory portion of the course includes extensive dissection of human cadavers as well as interactive computer simulations of physiological processes. Prerequisites: or BIO101, BIO127 BIO122 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II 4 Credit Hours Continued study of the human body focuses on the influence provided by the nervous and endocrine systems upon the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, digestive and reproductive systems. Introductory immunology concepts are also included. The laboratory portion is similar to that presented in Anatomy & Physiology I with the addition of case study presentations which allow the student to contrast normal physiology with basic pathophysiology. Prerequisites: or BIO121, BIO123 BIO123 PRIN OF HUM STRUCT & FUN 5 Credit Hours A one-semester accelerated anatomy and physiology course which introduces the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ and system levels of organization with the emphasis on the relationships between each level. Laboratory includes dissection of the human cadaver and preserved mammalian organs. Prerequisites: or BIO101, BIO121, BIO127 BIO124 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 3 Credit Hours This course encompasses the etiology, pathogenesis, manifestations and basic treatment of diseases and disorders of the human body. Special attention is given to organic and infectious diseases as well as immune dysfunction and neoplasia. Case studies are utilized to gain an understanding of disease processes and treatments. Prerequisites: or BIO122, BIO123 BIO125 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 3 Credit Hours An introduction to medical word structure, including prefixes, suffixes, roots, plurals and abbreviations. Spelling, definitions and pronunciation are stressed and reinforced by frequent examination. BIO126 SCIENCE,ENERGY & THE ENV 4 Credit Hours Utilizing interdisciplinary and theme-based learning, this course examines major environmental and energy problems and evaluates possible solutions to those problems. Topics include biodiversity, human population growth, water, air, and soil pollution, and hazardous and solid wastes. Emphasis is placed on cooperative learning, analytical thinking and problem-solving as students examine environmental issues. Laboratory and field experiences reinforce the basic ecological principles. BIO127 HUMAN BIOLOGY 4 Credit Hours Human Biology presents the human as an organism as it relates to itself, to other humans, and to the environment. Lecture will present the scientific study of the human body including the aging process. Observations about the human at the chemical, cellular and systemic levels will be made in the laboratory incorporating a variety of laboratory experiences and may include the observation of human cadavers and other preserved specimens as learning tools. Practical work and group learning strategies will be used to facilitate evaluative learning in both the lecture and lab. The course will guide the student in a multidisciplinary study of the biology of human life. BIO141 GENERAL BIOLOGY I 4 Credit Hours Explores general biological structures and processes experienced by all living things. Topics include: Organization of life from sub cellular to systems homeostasis, how cells harvest energy and the fundamentals of molecular biology that drive genetic inheritance, evolution and population diversity. Supporting laboratory aligns with lecture topics and includes: quan/qual analysis of biomolecules, observing plant and animal cell structure and function, basic genetic analysis and examination of population dynamics BIO142 GENERAL BIOLOGY II 4 Credit Hours Continuation of BIO141. Topics include: The origins and biodiversity of life through an evolutionary survey of viruses, bacteria, plants and animals, the principles of biological classification, the identification and dynamics of a biological ecosystems, designing and reporting biological research. Supporting laboratory aligns with lectures topics and includes: Examination and dissection of representative organisms to show evolutionary progression, exploration of phylogenetic concepts and analysis, visiting and evaluating local ecosystems to identify population dynamics, and the effects of pollution. Students will complete the semester by designing a group research experiment and reporting the results in an acceptable scientific format. Prerequisites: BIO141 BIO221 PRINC OF MICROBIOLOGY 4 Credit Hours This course examines microbial structure and function with particular emphasis on medical microbiology. Content includes taxonomy, identification procedures, microbial growth and control, microbial genetics and the epidemiology of common infectious diseases. The laboratory experiences include staining, culturing and aseptic techniques, as well as various diagnostic procedures. Prerequisites: or BIO122, BIO123 BIO222 PHARMACOLOGY 3 Credit Hours A course that introduces the student to general pharmacology, including drug nomenclature, classifications, and therapeutic and side effects on the body systems and functions. Prerequisites: or BIO122, BIO123

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