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BIO 090

BASIC BIOLOGY CONCEPTS

4 CR. (3L/2 LBV)

PRQ: REA 090, MAT 060, ENG 060, or equivalent assessment test scores. CORQ: CIS 110. Examines the molecular, cellular, genetic, and laboratory concepts necessary to succeed in a 200-level Biology course.  This course includes a study of chemistry, cell structure and function, cellular metabolism, and basic concepts of molecular biology.  This course includes laboratory experience.

 

BIO 105

SCIENCE OF BIOLOGY

4 CR. (3L/2 LBA)

PRQ: REA 090, MAT 060, ENG 060, CIS 110, or equivalent assessment test scores. Examines the basis of biology in the modern world and surveys the current knowledge and conceptual framework of the discipline. Explores biology as a science – a process of gaining new knowledge - as is the impact of biological science on society. Includes laboratory experiences. Designed for non-science majors. This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer Courses, GT-SC1.

 

BIO 106

BASIC ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

4 CR. (3L/2 LBA)

PRQ: REA 090, MAT 060, ENG 060, CIS 110,

or equivalent assessment test scores. Focuses on basic knowledge of body structures and function, and provides a foundation for understanding deviations from normal and disease conditions. This course is designed for individuals interested in health care and is directly applicable to the Practical Nursing Program, Paramedic Program, and the Medical Office Technology Program.

 

BIO 111

GENERAL COLLEGE BIOLOGY I WITH LAB

5 CR. (4L/2 LBA)

PRQ: BIO 105 or the equivalent, REA 090, MAT 060, ENG 090, CIS 110, or equivalent assessment test scores. Examines the fundamental molecular, cellular and genetic principles characterizing plants and animals. Includes cell structure and function, and the metabolic processes of respiration, and photosynthesis, as well as cell reproduction and basic concepts of heredity. The course includes laboratory experience. This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer Courses, GT-SC1.

 

BIO 112

GENERAL COLLEGE BIOLOGY II WITH LAB

5 CR. (4L/2 LBA)

PRQ: BIO 105 or the equivalent, MAT 060, ENG 121, CIS 110, or equivalent assessment test scores. A continuation of Biology I. Includes ecology, evolution, classification, structure, and function in plants and animals. This course includes laboratory experience. This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer Courses, GT-SC1.

 

BIO 143

ECOLOGY OF COLORADO

3 CR. (3L)

PRQ: REA 060, MAT 090 or MAT 107, ENG 060, CIS 110, or equivalent assessment test scores. Studies the natural environments in Colorado. Explores the vast natural environments of Colorado and the plants and animals that inhabit the life zones of our majestic plains, mountains, and valleys. Discovers the interrelationships of man and his Colorado environment - past, present, and future. Through an inquiry approach, the student examines the changing needs and roles of our environments. Field trips include Roxborough State Park, Garden of the Gods, Mt. Evans, Pikes Peak, Deer Creek Canyon, Daniels Park, Barr Lake or others.

 

BIO 175-177

SPECIAL TOPICS

1-6 CR (L/LBA)

Covers a specific topic within Biology as determined by the instructor. Topics reflect the special expertise of faculty and/or the special needs of the students.

 

BIO 176

SPECIAL TOPICS: CLINICAL NUTRITION

1 CR. (1L)

PRQ: REA 060 and MAT 060 or equivalent assessment test score, BIO 105 or BIO 106 or equivalent. An understanding of basic nutrients, food requirements for various age groups, food economics, and consumer protection. The role of the nurse in nutritional care is addressed.

 

BIO 201

HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I

4 CR. (3L/2 LBA)

PRQ: BIO 090, BIO 105 or BIO 106, REA 090, ENG 090, MAT 060, CIS 110, or equivalent assessment test scores. Focuses on an integrated study of the human body including the histology, anatomy, and physiology of each system.  Examines molecular, cellular, and tissue levels of organization plus integuments, skeletal, articulations, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems.  Includes a mandatory hands-on laboratory experience covering experimentation, microscopy, observations, and dissection.  This is the first semester of a two-semester sequence. This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer Courses, GT-SC1.

 

BIO 202

HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II

4 CR. (3L/2 LBA)

PRQ: BIO 201, CIS 110, MAT 060, and ENG 121, or equivalent assessment test scores. Recommend PRQ: CHE 101. Focuses on the integrated study of the human body and the histology, anatomy, and physiology of the following systems and topics: cardiovascular, hematology, lymphatic and immune, urinary, fluid and electrolyte control, digestive, nutrition, respiratory, reproductive, and development. Includes a mandatory hands-on laboratory experience involving experimentation, microscopy, observations, and dissection. This is the second semester of a two-semester sequence. This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer Courses, GT-SC1.

 

BIO 204

MICROBIOLOGY

4 CR. (3L/2 LBA)

PRQ: BIO 090, BIO 105 or BIO 106, REA 090, ENG 121, MAT 060, CIS 110 or equivalent assessment test scores. Designed for health science majors. Examines microorganisms with an emphasis on their structure, development, physiology, classification, and identification. The laboratory experience includes culturing, identifying, and controlling microorganisms with an emphasis on their role in infectious disease. This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer Courses, GT-SC1.

 

BIO 216

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

4 CR. (4L)

PRQ: BIOL 201, BIO 202, ENG 121, REA 090, MAT 060, CIS 110, or equivalent assessment test scores. Focuses on the functions of the human body systems with emphasis on their interrelationships and adaptation to stress and disease.

 

BIO 275-277

SPECIAL TOPICS

1-6 CR. (L/LBA)

Covers a specific topic within Biology, as determined by the instructor. Reflects the special expertise of the faculty and/or the special needs of the students.

 

BIO 275

SPECIAL TOPICS: HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I SUPPLEMENT FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL

1 CR. (1L)

This module is a study of human body urinary and endocrine systems to supplement military human anatomy & physiology courses for the occupational therapy assistant program.

 

 

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