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Emphasis on the study of cells, genetics, ecology, diversity of life, and physiology in order to establish a foundation of understanding and respect of life. This course includes a lab.

The science of life. Scientific methodology, evolution, ecological perspectives, cells, biotechnology, genetics, diversity of life, metabolism and reproduction. Lab included. For students preparing for allied health professions and for science majors.

A comprehensive study of the human body, its structure, and its function. A non-lab course appropriate for non-science majors or for students beginning study in life sciences.

A comprehensive study of the human body, its structure and its function.  A laboratory course appropriate for non-science majors or for students beginning study in life sciences.

Structure and function of living cells including metabolism, genetics, differentiation, and microevolution. For science majors. Lab included.

Examination and comparisons of the major animal taxa with emphasis on development, physiology, anatomy, taxonomy, adaptations, and behavior. Examination and evidence for evolution. Laboratory and/or field excursions included.

Examination and comparison of the major non-animal eukaryotic kingdoms and divisions with emphasis on development, physiology, anatomy, taxonomy, plant evolution and adaptations. Introduction to ecosystems, population and community ecology. Laboratory included.

First course of a two-quarter study of body structure and related physiology of cellular through system levels. Lecture includes an in-depth study of a) cells and tissues and b) integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and sensory systems. Lab includes in-depth study of a) cell physiology, b) microscopy, c) histology, d) human bone and bone marking identification, e) human musculature, and f) nervous and sensory function tests using slides, models and/or representative mammalian specimens.

Second course of a two-quarter study of body structure and related physiology on cellular through system levels. Lecture includes an in-depth study of body organization, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic and immunology, respiratory, digestive and metabolism, excretory, and reproductive systems. Lab includes endocrine histology, cardiovascular system of humans, hematology, urinalysis, immunology, respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems using microscopic examination, models and/or representative mammalian specimens.

Diversity, structure and physiology of beneficial and harmful microbes. Laboratory practice in identification of microbial species through culturing, staining and biochemical testing. Includes laboratory.