| BIOL-1 General Biology |
| CSU and UC | (4 units LEC/LAB) | |
| An introductory course in life science dealing with basic biological concepts including molecular and cell biology, metabolism, heredity, evolution, ecology, natural history, and biodiversity. |
| Note: This course is designed for non-science majors and nursing/health occupation students. Not open to students who have completed or who are currently enrolled in BIOL-3. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| BIOL-120E Intertidal Ecology |
| (0.5 units LEC/LAB) | |
| This course will discuss the factors and principles involved in intertidal ecosystems. Local intertidal habitats will be explored and the ecological role and adaptive morphology of intertidal organisms will be discussed. |
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| BIOL-120H Wildflowers of the Coniferous Forests |
| (0.5 units LEC/LAB) | |
| This short course introduces students to the common wildflowers and other dominant plants of the closed cone pine and redwood forests. The biology and ecology of the species and the plant communities in which they grow are discussed. |
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| BIOL-120K Marine Mammals of the North Coast |
| (0.5 units LEC/LAB) | |
| This course will focus on the evolution of mammals with particular emphasis on the adaptations of mammals to the marine environment. The identification and ecology of local marine mammal species will be discussed. |
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| BIOL-120L Bird Migration |
| (0.5 units LEC/LAB) | |
| This course will focus on the remarkable phenomenon of bird migration. Discussion topics will provide the information necessary to understand observations made in the field. |
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| BIOL-120M Introduction to Identification of North Coast Birds |
| (0.5 units LEC/LAB) | |
| This course will focus on how to look at and identify local birds and where to find them. Field observations will focus on the identification and ecology of local bird species. |
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| BIOL-120O Mosses and Allies of the North Coast |
| (0.5 units LEC/LAB) | |
| An introduction to the identification, morphology, anatomy, and ecology of mosses, liverworts, and hornworts. |
| Note: One field trip is required and the College does not provide transportation. |
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| BIOL-120P Marine Algae |
| (0.5 units LEC/LAB) | |
| An introduction to the identification, morphology, reproduction, and ecology of marine intertidal algae of Northern California. |
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| BIOL-15 Marine Biology |
| CSU and UC | (4 units LEC/LAB) | |
| An introduction to life in the sea and the unique environmental factors that affect the distribution and natural history of marine organisms. Topics covered include the biology, ecology, and identification of local marine organisms. |
| Note: This course includes field trips to various marine and estuarine environments and the College does not provide transportation. |
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| BIOL-16 Birds of the North Coast |
| CSU | (3 units LEC/LAB) | |
| An introduction to the biology, evolution, anatomy, physiology, and behavior of birds. Identification, natural history, and ecology of North Coast birds will be studied. This is a natural history course for the beginning and intermediate bird watcher. |
| Note: Field trips are required and the College does not provide transportation. |
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| BIOL-17 Trees, Shrubs, and Wildflowers |
| CSU and UC | (3 units LEC/LAB) | |
| The study of the identification, structure, function and ecological relationships of North Coast plants, trees, shrubs and wildflowers. |
| Note: Field trips are required and the College does not provide transportation. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| BIOL-18 Natural History of North Coast Mammals |
| CSU | (3 units LEC/LAB) | |
| An introduction to the natural history of North Coast mammals. Topics include taxonomy and evolution, habitat ecology, behavior, and field identification. |
| Note: Field trips are required and the College does not provide transportation. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| BIOL-19 Rare Plants: Species of Special Concern |
| CSU | (2 units LEC) | |
| The identification and ecology of North Coast plants of special concern as defined by the Department of Fish and Game. Key features used in identification will be covered as well as plants that are often mistaken for rare species. Protocols for botanical surveys will be covered. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 and BIOL-17 or BIOL-22 or FOR-51 |
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| BIOL-2 Microbiology |
| CSU and UC | (4 units LEC/LAB) | |
| A study of microorganisms including anatomy, physiology, genetics, and ecological importance. Emphasis will be on the role of microorganisms in disease and the mechanisms of microbe/host interactions. Laboratory work emphasizes the importance of aseptic techniques, methods of microbial control, and procedures for isolating, culturing microbes, and identifying microorganisms. |
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| Prerequisite: BIOL-1 |
| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| BIOL-20 Natural History |
| CSU and UC | (4 units LEC/LAB) | |
| An introduction for non-science majors to the biotic communities of California and the identification, ecology and life history of the organisms living there. Coverage includes principles of ecology and evolution, techniques for studying organisms in the wild, and methods of recording field data. |
| Note: Field trips are required and the College does not provide transportation. |
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| BIOL-21 Mushrooms of the North Coast |
| CSU and UC | (3 units LEC/LAB) | |
| The study of the identification and ecology of mushrooms. Emphasis placed on keying species to genus and on field identification of the more common edible and toxic species of the north coast. |
| Note: Field trips are required and the College does not provide transportation. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| BIOL-22 California Plant Identification |
| CSU and UC | (3 units LEC/LAB) | |
| An introduction to the field of plant taxonomy and systematics. Emphasis is placed on keying species using The Jepson Manual. Lecture material covers introductory concepts in plant taxonomy and characteristics of the common flowering plant families in California. Lab time is spent learning sight identification of families and using dichotomous keys to identify representatives of local flora. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| BIOL-23 Lichens of Northern California |
| CSU | (2 units LEC/LAB) | |
| The study of the identification, structure, function and ecological relationships of Northern California Lichens. The economic roles of lichens will also be covered. |
| Note: Field trips are required and the College does not provide transportation. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| BIOL-24 Introduction to Marine and Anadromous Fishes |
| CSU | (3 units LEC/LAB) | |
| A detailed study of marine and anadromous fishes of the northern Pacific Ocean. Topics covered include identification, biology, fisheries history and management, and sampling and census techniques. |
| Note: This course includes field trips to various marine and estuarine environments. The College does not provide transportation. |
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| BIOL-25 Marine and Coastal Field Biology |
| CSU | (3 units LEC/LAB) | |
| A field-oriented introduction to the interrelationships between marine and estuarine organisms and their environment. Emphasis in this course is placed on field methods, sampling techniques, and quantitative data collection and analysis. |
| Note: This course includes field trips to various marine and coastal environments and the College does not provide transportation. |
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| BIOL-26 Introduction to Marine Plankton |
| CSU | (2 units LEC/LAB) | |
| An introduction to the identification, biology, ecology, and distribution of marine phytoplankton and zooplankton. Laboratory and field exercises will focus on sampling and analytical procedures and identification techniques. |
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| BIOL-27 Biology of Marine Mammals |
| CSU and UC | (3 units LEC) | |
| An introduction to the biology, natural history, evolution, anatomy, physiology, behavior, and population ecology of marine mammals. Whales, dolphins, porpoises, pinnipeds, sea otters, polar bears, and sirenians will be discussed. |
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| BIOL-3 Fundamental Cell Biology |
| CSU and UC | (4 units LEC/LAB) | |
| A study of the fundamental structure and function of cells including consideration of all eucaryotic cell organelles, reproduction, evolutionary theory, and genetics. Considerable incorporation of relevant biochemical and biotechnological topics. |
| Note: This course is designed for those majoring in biological sciences or related fields. |
| Prerequisite: CHEM-1A |
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| BIOL-35 Field Studies in Biology |
| CSU | (1-2 units LEC/LAB) | Repeatable to a maximum of four enrollments |
| A field class designed to give the student practical experience in field identification and field study of the ecology and biology of California’s native species in their native habitat. |
| Note: This course involves an extended field trip away from the campus and the College does not provide transportation. Units offered may vary by semester, consult Schedule of Classes for section information. |
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| BIOL-4 General Zoology |
| CSU and UC | (4 units LEC/LAB) | |
| An introduction to the anatomy, physiology, and ecology of the major animal taxa in an explicitly evolutionary and comparative framework. |
| Note: This course is designed for those majoring in biological sciences or related fields. UC Admissions require that students have MATH-120 as a prerequisite or corequisite for this course. |
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| BIOL-5 General Botany |
| CSU and UC | (4 units LEC/LAB) | |
| A study of form, function, ecology, natural history, and evolution of members of the plant kingdom. |
| Note: This course is designed for those majoring in biological sciences or related fields. UC Admissions require that students have MATH-120 as a prerequisite or corequisite for this course. |
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| BIOL-6 Human Anatomy |
| CSU and UC | (4 units LEC/LAB) | |
| An introduction to human anatomy. The course includes the study of the gross and microscopic structure of all of the organ systems of the human body with special emphasis on the relation between structure and function. Laboratory work includes the study of human cadavers. |
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| Prerequisite: BIOL-1 or concurrent enrollment |
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| BIOL-7 Human Physiology |
| CSU and UC | (4 units LEC/LAB) | |
| A study of human physiology including consideration of all the organ systems of the human body. Special emphasis is given to the role of each system in regulating and maintaining bodily homeostasis. Laboratory work emphasizes the nursing relevance of the concepts presented in the lectures. |
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| Prerequisite: BIOL-1 |
| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| BIOL-8 Human Biology |
| CSU and UC | (4 units LEC/LAB) | |
| A survey of human biology focusing on anatomy, physiology, cell development, tissues, organs, and organ systems. The course also covers molecular biology, genetics, evolution, and diversity. Laboratories include microscopic observations, experiments, and animal/cadaver dissections. This course is specifically designed for health occupations students as a prerequisite to Microbiology and Human Physiology, but is also designed for non-majors. |
| Note: Laboratories include microscopic observations, experiments, and animal/cadaver dissection. This course is designed for non-science majors and nursing/health occupations students. Not open to students who have completed BIOL-1 or BIOL-2 and BIOL-7. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| BIOL-9 Plants and People |
| CSU and UC | (3 units LEC/LAB) | |
| A survey of plants as a resource for food, fiber, medicine, recreation, and environmental enhancement. Emphasis is on how our relationship to plants has changed throughout history and how the growth and development of plants affect their utility. Laboratory topics include an overview of plant biology as well as identification and uses of economically important plants on a local and global scale. |
| Note: Field trips may be required and the College does not provide transportation. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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| BIOL-99B Identification and Ecology of Grasses |
| CSU | (0.5 unit LEC/LAB) | |
| A hands-on study of selected plant, animal or fungal groups of particular interest and salience to the biological sciences. |
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| BIOL-99C Ecology of the Pygmy Forest |
| CSU | (1 unit LEC) | |
| A hands-on study of selected plant, animal or fungal groups of particular interest and salience to the biological sciences. |
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