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96 Biological Sciences satisfactory completion of high school biology. Biology majors should take this course and not BIOL 101. [CAN BIOL 4] (CSU, UC, AVC) BIOL 120 *BIOLOGY FOR SCIENCE MAJORS 5 units 7 hours weekly (4 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Advisory: Completion of a general biology course is recommended. Completion of MATH 102, and Eligibility for College Level Reading and ENGL 101 or satisfactory completion of ENGL 101. NOTE: BIOL 110 should be taken first. A comprehensive, in-depth course designed to complement the cell molecular perspective presented in BIOL 110. A survey of multicellular organisms, emphasizing morphology systematics, evolution, physiology, heredity, devel- opment and ecology. Laboratories will consist of dissection and analysis of representative taxa, and student term projects. Data analysis and preparation of scientific reports will be taught and applied to individual research projects. [CAN BIOL 6] (CSU, UC, AVC) BIOL 160 *BIRDS OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2 units 4 hours weekly (I hour lecture, 3 hours field study) Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 099, READ 099 and MATH 100. An introduction to the classification, evolution, ecology, behavior, and conservation of birds occurring in Southern California. Field identification of birds in the Antelope Valley and adjacent areas on field trips. (CSU, AVC) BIOL 170 *TROPICAL BIOLOGY 3 units 100 hours total Course Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 101 or BIOL 120, This is afield biology course to be conducted in a tropical region. Topics covered include wildlife ecology, animal behavior, plant ecology, and conservation. This course will be suitable for both biology majors and non- majors who seek first-hand knowledge of tropical biology. Students will consult instructor for program costs and requirements. (CSU, AVC) BIOL 201 GENERAL HUMAN ANATOMY 4 units 8 hours weekly (2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Course Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 100 or 101 or 110 or 120. Advisory: Eligibility for College Level Reading and ENGL 101 or satisfactory completion of ENGL 101, and Eligibility for MATH 100. Introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Included are lectures and demonstrations using models, isolated specimens and multimedia images of human anatomy. Laboratory study includes demonstrations and dissections of a cat and human material including the cadaver. NOTE: This course is taken by students who wish to enter the Associate Degree Nursing Program, students who plan to continue their education in various healthcare fields, and students who plan to transfer to four-year institutions to major in Biology. [CAN BIOL 101 (CSU, UC, AVC) BIOL 202 GENERAL HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY 4 units 6 hours weekly (3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Course Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 201 and CHEM 101. Advisory: Eligibility for College Level Reading and ENGL 101 or satisfactory completion of ENGL 101, and Eligibility for MATH 100. An analysis of basic processes of the human body, emphasizing the coordinated physical and chemical mechanisms of cell biology, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, immune, renal, endocrine and reproductive systems. Includes work with computerized instrumentation and living animals. NOTE: This course is necessary for students entering many healthcare professions including the Associate Degree Nursing Program. It is also applicable for transfer students in the biological sciences. [CAN BIOL 121 (CSU, UC, AVC) BIOL 204 GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY 5 units 9 hours weekly (3 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Course Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 101 or 110 or 120, and CHEM 101. Advisory: Completion of BIOL 201, BIOL 202, CHEM 102, and Eligibility for College Level Reading or satisfactory completion of ENGL 101. This course is designed to give an overview of the biology of microbes including bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and helminths. Information is directed toward students in pre-professional programs for nursing, home economics, dental hygiene, surgical technology, physicians assistant, food science, environmental monitoring, animal and crop sciences as well as biological science majors. Wherever possible, new developments in Recom- binant DNA technology/Biotechnology, Virology and Immunology are discussed and expanded upon in laboratory sessions to provide students with updated technological knowledge as well as a solid foundation in classical microbiology. This course approved for online instruction. Refer to current schedule of classes for availability. [CAN BIOL 14] (CSU, UC, AVC) BIOL 205 INTRODUCTION TO BIOTECHNOLOGY 3 units 3 hours weekly, lecture Course Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 101 or higher, and CHEM 101. Advisory: Completion of BIOL 204, COMM 101 or COMM 115, ENGL 101, and Eligibility for College Level Reading or satisfactory completion of ENGL 101. Designed to introduce the student to theoretical and applied concepts of biotechnology-the use of living organisms or their products to enhance our lives and our environment, the content will cover the history of developments leading

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