ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
ANATOMY 2A - Anatomy and Physiology, 1 (4 units)
UC, CSU (CAN BIOL SEQ. B)
Prerequisite: None. High school chemistry or Chemistry 2 concurrently are recommended. Also recommended: a high school biological science course.
Physiological processes in humans relating to functions and structures in muscular, skeletal, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, nervous, excretory, reproductive, and endocrine systems. Designed for art, pre-nursing, premedical, physical education, and dietetic majors. Total of 36 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory.
ANATOMY 2B - Anatomy and Physiology, 11 (4 units)
UC, CSU (CAN BIOL SEQ. B)
Prerequisite: ANATOMY 2A recommended.
Continuation of Anatomy and Physiology 2A. Total of 36 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory.
ANATOMY 10 - Survey of Human Anatomy and Physiology (3 units)
CSU
Prerequisite: None.
An introductory and survey course of structural and functional aspects of the human body. Emphasis is placed on cell organization, human tissues and discussion of each of the human systems. Total of 54 hours lecture. See also biology, botany, and microbiology.
BIOLOGY
BIOL 1 - General Biology (4 units)
UC*, CSU
Prerequisite: None.
A study of life as revealed in plants and animals using cellular, organismal, and ecological approaches. The basic principles of cellular biology, morphology, biochemistry, physiology, taxonomy and the social implications of biology are included. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
BIOL 2A - General Zoology 1, Invertebrates, (5 units)
UC, CSU (CAN BIOL 4)
Prerequisite: None. A high school biological science course is recommended.
A study of invertebrate animals, emphasizing structure, function, behavior, classification, and ecology. Designed for the biology major, pre-veterinarian, pre-medical, pre-dental, and naturalist. Total of 54 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory.
BIOL 2B - General Zoology 11, Vertebrates (5 units)
UC, CSU (CAN BIOL 4)
Prerequisite: None. BIOL 1, 2A, or a high school biological Science course is recommended.
A study of higher animals emphasizing the classification, evolution, and comparative structure of vertebrates, human histology and systems and embryology and genetics. Designed for the biology major, premedical, pre-dental, pre-veterinarian, pre-pharmacy, physical therapy, dental hygienist and naturalist. Total of 54 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory.
BIOL 3 - Field Botany (4 units)
CSU
Prerequisite: None.
Introduction to the classification of native and introduced plants, with special emphasis on identification of species. Several field trips. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
BIOL 4 - Gardening (3 units)
CSU
Prerequisite: None.
A lecture course on the principles of gardening, designed to acquaint the student with various techniques and principles related to growing plants. Consideration will be given to outdoor gardening, growing house plants, propagation, soils, composting, irrigation, fertilization, pruning, pests, disease and plant selection. Total of 54 hours lecture.
BIOL 5 - General Botany (4 units)
UC, CSU (CAN BIOL 6)
Prerequisite: None.
Introduction to the plant science, with principal emphasis on the structures, functions, and ecology of common members of each of the major plant divisions. Designed for majors in health science, forestry, agriculture, environmental science, landscape design, horticulture, and general nature studies. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
BIO7 - Marine Biology (4 units)
UC, CSU
Prerequisite: None.
An ecological study of the marine environment. Additional emphasis will be placed on the local marine plants and animals, and their interactions with the physical environment. Frequent field trips are combined with laboratory observations to acquaint the student with identification and understanding of the common marine organisms of the Southern California coastline. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
BIOL8 - Ecology (3 units)
UC*, CSU
Prerequisite: None
Ecology is a study of applied concepts such as basic concepts in population and community ecology, environmental issues, and conservation of natural resources. We are at a critical point in the history of the planet with respect to the growing human population and dwindling world's resources, and the time will be spent considering solutions and alternatives to global environmental problems. Total of 54 hours lecture.
BIOL 8L - Ecology Lab (1 unit)
UC*, CSU
Prerequisite: None. Concurrent or previous enrollment in BIOL 8 recommended.
The ecology lab covers various concepts of basic concepts in population and community ecology such as natural selection, resource partitioning, competition and island biogeography, as well as environmental issues. Study of these subjects will be accomplished by field and laboratory studies and subsequent data analysis and reports, as well as oral presentations and debates. Total of 54 hours laboratory.
BIOL 10 - Principles of Life Science (3 units)
UC*, CSU
Prerequisite: None.
For non-life science majors. An introduction to the principles of life sciences through the study of basic biological concepts of living organisms involving structure, behavior, evolutionary relationships and the social and environmental implications of life science. No credit at the University of California if taken following BIOL 1. Total of 54 hours lecture.
BIOL 11 - Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology (Majors) (5 units)
UC*, CSU (CAN BIOL 2)
Prerequisite: High school biology or BIOL 1. High school chemistry and algebra or equivalent recommended.
An intensive course for all Life Science majors designed to prepare the student for upper division courses in molecular biology, cell biology, and genetics. Course material includes introduction, principles of biochemistry, cells, genetics, and diversity. Total of 72 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
BIOL 12 - Introduction to Organismal and Population Biology (Majors) (5 units)
UC*, CSU
Prerequisite: High school biology or BIOL 1. High school chemistry and algebra or equivilent recommended.
An intensive course designed for all Life Science majors to prepare the students for upper division courses in organismal and population biology. Course materials include plant structure and function, animal systems and behavior, ecological diversity and dynamics, and evolutionary theory including population genetics. Some field trips are required. Total of 72 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
BIOL 30 - Human Reproduction and Sexual Behavior (3 units)
UC*, CSU
Prerequisite: None.
Human anatomy, physiology, and behavior as related to sexual reproduction, including discussion of fertilization, pregnancy, childbirth, and birth control. Consideration also will be given to homosexuality, venereal disease, sex education, sexual intercourse and response. Total of 54 hours lecture.
BIOL 34 - Human Genetics (3 units)
UC*, CSU
Prerequisite: None. High school biology or any college life science class with laboratory recommended.
A general education course for the non-biology major. The mechanisms of human heredity, emphasizing normal and abnormal genetic counseling. Total of 54 hours lecture.
BIOL 36 - Man and Environment (3 units)
UC*, CSU
Prerequisite: None.
A study of humans in relation to the environment, emphasizing population ecology, energy cycles, pollution, food resources, and conservation of natural resources. Total of 54 hours lecture.
BIOL 40 - Interactive Video Biology (0.5 unit)
Supplement
Prerequisite: None. Concurrent enrollment in either BIOL I or 10 recommended.
This course is designed to have students use the interactive system for various problems and testing in General Biology. Students will be provided with the opportunity to learn biology and improve their skills in using the computer and the laser disk. Total of 27 hours laboratory.
HEALTH SCIENCE
HES 1 - Health Science (4 units)
UC*, UC
Prerequisite: None.
A basic study of the anatomy and physiology of the body, emphasizing modern concepts of prevention, treatment, of prevention, treatment, and cure of degenerative and communicable diseases. This course satisfies the California requirement in drug, alcohol, tobacco and nutrition education for teacher certification. Total of 54 hours lecture.
MICROBIOLOGY
MICROB 1 - Microbiology (4 units)
UC, CSU (CAN BIOL 14)
Prerequisite: None. High school chemistry or CHEM. 2, or a course in biological science recommended.
General characteristics of microorganisms with emphasis on morphology, growth, reproduction and chemical activities; their control; role in disease; and application of their role to mankind. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
