BIOLOGICAL & HEALTH SCIENCES DIVISION
BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
| BIOL 1A | PRINCIPLES OF CELL BIOLOGY | 6 Units |
| An introduction to biological molecules, cellular structure and function, bioenergetics, the genetics of both prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms, cell communication and signaling, the cell cycle, and elements of molecular biology. Intended for biology majors. | ||
| Prerequisite: CHEM 1A. | ||
| Advisory: Students taking the biology majors' sequence (BIOL 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D) are strongly advised to take the sequence in its entirety. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture, 2 hours lecture-laboratory, 4 hours laboratory. (120 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 1B | FORM & FUNCTION IN PLANTS & ANIMALS | 6 Units |
| An introduction to the structure and physiological processes of plants and animals. Transport systems, reproduction, digestion, gas exchange, regulation of the internal environment, responses to external stimuli, nervous systems, hormones, and locomotion. Intended for biology majors. | ||
| Prerequisite: BIOL 1A. | ||
| Advisory: Students taking the biology majors' sequence (BIOL 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D) are strongly advised to take the sequence in its entirety. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture, 2 hours lecture-laboratory, 4 hours laboratory. (120 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 1C | EVOLUTION, SYSTEMATICS & ECOLOGY | 6 Units |
| Principles of evolutionary theory, classification of organisms, and basic ecology. Phylogenetic survey of the major groups of organisms (bacteria, archaea, protistans, plants, animals and fungi) and their evolutionary history. Intended for biology majors. | ||
| Prerequisite: BIOL 1B. | ||
| Advisory: Students taking the biology majors' sequence (BIOL 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D) are strongly advised to take the sequence in its entirety. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture, 2 hours lecture-laboratory, 4 hours laboratory. (120 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 1D | MOLECULAR GENETICS | 4 Units |
| An introduction to molecular biology with an emphasis in molecular genetics, cell communication, and developmental biology. | ||
| Prerequisite: BIOL 1A. | ||
| Advisory: Students taking the biology majors' sequence (BIOL 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D) are strongly advised to take the sequence in order and in its entirety. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture. (0 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 8 | BASIC NUTRITION | 5 Units |
| Introductory nutrition course intended for non-science majors. Basic biological function of nutrients. Nutritional needs throughout the life span. Relationship between nutrition and disease. Current scientific, social, and psychological issues and controversies in nutrition. Not intended for students wishing to pursue a career in health care. | ||
| Advisories: MATH 200; eligibility for ENGL 1A. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 5 hours lecture. (60 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 9 | ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY | 4 Units |
| An introduction to environmental biology and a survey of the biological and ecological principles needed to understand environmental issues. Global, national and local perspectives on current issues such as resource use, pollution, biodiversity and impacts of human population growth. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture. (48 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Areas: Lifelong Understanding, Natural Sciences | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
| Not scheduled for the Spring quarter. | ||
| BIOL 9L | ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY LABORATORY | 1 Unit |
| An introduction to environmental biology through laboratory and field experiments, examination of local examples illustrating ecological concepts, use of sampling techniques to assess environmental quality, and student research of environmental topics. | ||
| Corequisite: BIOL 9. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 1 hour lecture-laboratory, 2 hours laboratory. In-class field trips. (36 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Natural Sciences | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
| Not scheduled for the Spring quarter. | ||
| BIOL 10 | GENERAL BIOLOGY: BASIC PRINCIPLES | 5 Units |
| Methods of science and basic principles of biology. Special emphasis on genetics, ecology, overpopulation, nutrition and disease prevention. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture, 1 hour lecture-laboratory, 2 hours laboratory. (84 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Natural Sciences | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 12 | HUMAN GENETICS | 4 Units |
| An introduction to the nature of human inheritance. The molecular basis of inheritance, Mendelian genetics, population genetics, common human genetic diseases, factors affecting human diversity and the social and moral implications of recent advances in genetics. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture. (48 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Lifelong Understanding | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 13 | MARINE BIOLOGY | 5 Units |
| An introduction to biology using marine animals, plants and ecosystems. Major emphasis given to the ecology and conservation issues with examples drawn from California marine life. Conceptual development of seashore, estuaries, coral reefs, kelp forests, and pelagic life as interrelated ecosystems. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture, 1 hour lecture-laboratory, 2 hours laboratory, three all-day field trips. (84 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Natural Sciences | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 14 | HUMAN BIOLOGY | 5 Units |
| An introduction to biology using human beings as the exemplary organism. The evolution and biological unity of the human species and of all life forms; American and global patterns of human biological diversity; reproduction and heredity; how human organ systems function; humans and their environment; the uses and misuses of the scientific method; the scientific and biological bases for human equality. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture, 1 hour lecture-laboratory, 2 hours laboratory. (84 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Natural Sciences | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 15 | CALIFORNIA ECOLOGY/NATURAL HISTORY | 5 Units |
| An introduction to ecology, natural history and field biology through the study, largely in an outdoor setting, of the plants and animals of the San Francisco Bay area. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture, 1 hour lecture-laboratory, 2 hours laboratory, all-day field trips. (84 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Natural Sciences | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 17 | BIOTECHNOLOGY & SOCIETY | 4 Units |
| Scientific principles and techniques used in biotechnology. Use of molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology and immunology to solve problems of mankind and the environment. Current technical, ethical, social, and safety concerns presented by applications of biotechnology. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture. (48 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
| Not scheduled for the Spring quarter. | ||
| BIOL 40A | HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I | 5 Units |
| Basic human anatomy and physiology. Emphasis on integration of systems and homeostatic mechanisms. Physical and chemical basis of life, histology and integumentary, skeletal and muscular systems. Designed for majors that require fundamental background in human anatomy and physiology. Completion of this course is required for BIOL 40B. | ||
| Prerequisites: High school biology or BIOL 10 or 14 or equivalent; high school chemistry or CHEM 30A or equivalent. | ||
| Advisory: ENGL 1A, ESLL 26 or equivalent. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture, 1 hour lecture-laboratory, 2 hours laboratory. (84 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 40B | HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II | 5 Units |
| Anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, cardiovascular system and respiratory system. Completion of this course is required for BIOL 40C. | ||
| Prerequisites: BIOL 40A or equivalent. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture, 1 hour lecture-laboratory, 2 hours laboratory. (84 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 40C | HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY III | 5 Units |
| Anatomy and physiology of the digestive system; metabolism; urinary system; fluid, electrolyte and acid/base balance; lymphatic system; endocrine system; and reproductive system. | ||
| Prerequisites: BIOL 40B or equivalent. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture, 1 hour lecture-laboratory, 2 hours laboratory. (84 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 41 | MICROBIOLOGY | 6 Units |
| Morphology and physiology of bacteria, fungi and viruses. Mechanisms of pathogenicity, host-parasite relationships, the immune response and principles of disease transmission. Techniques of microbial control including sterilization, aseptic procedures, use of disinfectants, antiseptics and chemotherapy. | ||
| Prerequisite: High school chemistry or CHEM 30A. | ||
| Advisory: ESLL 25 and 235; critical reading skills and knowledge of English sentence structure; ability to comprehend spoken English in academic context. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture, 2 hours lecture-laboratory, 4 hours laboratory. (120 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Natural Sciences | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 45 | INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN NUTRITION | 4 Units |
| Introduction to the medical aspects of nutrition. Biological function and chemical classification of nutrients. Nutritional needs throughout the lifespan. Effects of nutritional deficiencies and excesses. Recommended nutrient intakes and the role of diet in the development of chronic disease. Intended for students wishing to pursue a career in health care. | ||
| Prerequisites: CHEM 30A or 1 year of high school chemistry. | ||
| Corequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 40C. | ||
| Advisory: ENGL 1A or ESLL 26. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture. (48 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||
| Transferability: CSU and UC | ||
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| BIOL 54H | HONORS INSTITUTE SEMINAR IN BIOLOGY | 1 Unit |
| Formerly: BIOL 34, BIOL 34H | ||
| A seminar in directed readings, discussions and projects in biology. Specific topic to be determined by the instructor. This advanced honors course is open to all majors. This course satisfies one of the two honors seminar requirements for the Foothill College Honors Scholar program. | ||
| Prerequisite: Honors Institute participant. | ||
| Advisory: Not open to students with credit in BIOL 34 or 34H. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 1 hour lecture. (12 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||
| Transferability: CSU | ||
| Not scheduled for the Spring quarter. | ||
| BIOL 58 | FUNDAMENTALS OF PHARMACOLOGY | 4 Units |
| Formerly: BIOL 46 | ||
| General principles of pharmacology. Emphasis on drug-receptor interactions, second messenger systems, determinants of drug response, pharmacokinetics, bio transformation and excretion, pharmacogenetics, drug development and legal aspects of drug distribution. Application of pharmacological principles and concepts with emphasis on the various pharmacological classes of drugs in diverse patient populations. | ||
| Prerequisites: CHEM 30B; BIOL 40A, 40B. | ||
| Corequisite: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 40C. | ||
| Advisory: ENGL 1A or ESLL 26. | ||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||
| 4 hours lecture. (48 hours total per quarter.) | ||
| GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||
| Transferability: CSU | ||
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