Prerequisites: BIO 110 and CHEM 111 & CHEM 111L. Prerequisite or concurrent: CHEM 112 & CHEM 112L or CHEM 231 or CHEM 281 & CHEM 281L. Study cellular basis of life, with emphasis on biological macromolecules, cell organelles, cell membranes, cellular respiration and photosynthesis, and evolution of cells.

Prerequisite: BIO 110. Co-requisite: BIO 210. Strengthen critical thinking and problem solving skills while exploring real-world applications of cell biology and the technology of discovery.

(3 lecture, 3 laboratory) Prerequisites: BIO 110 and BIO 210. Study fundamental laws of heredity, the molecular structure and function of genes, and emerging genetic technologies. Course fee required.

Co-requisite: BIO 220. Explore current applications and methods of Genetics, while developing critical thinking and problem solving skills in the field.

(3 lecture, 3 laboratory) Stress regulatory mechanisms that maintain normal body function and broad general biological principles as they apply to structure and function. Course fee required.

(2 lecture, 3 laboratory) Prerequisite: BIO 245. Study of regulation of cellular and systemic physiology, including membrane transport, cell cycle, autonomic nervous system, cardiovascular system, renal function and metabolism as they relate to homeostasis. Inquiry based laboratory. Course fee required.

(3 lecture, 3 lab) Prerequisites: BIO 110 or BIO 100 & BIO 105. Basic microbiology course with applications for allied health professions such as nursing. Emphasis is on microorganisms involved in human health and disease, and microbiology in public health. Course fee required

(2 lecture, 2 laboratory) An investigation of basic biological concepts in biological science through lecture, discussion and laboratory investigation. Ideal for students seeking elementary certification. (LAC, gtP)