Biology (BIO) at Central Virginia Community College
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- BIO 100 - Basic Human Biology
- Presents basic principles of human anatomy and physiology. Discusses cells, tissues, and selected human systems.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - BIO 101 - General Biology I
- Focuses on foundations in cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part I of a two-course sequence. This is a Passport Transfer course.Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week. 4 credits
Readiness to enroll in ENG 111 plus completion of developmental math unit 3 required or placement in unit 4 or above4 credits - BIO 102 - General Biology II
- Focuses on diversity of life, anatomy and physiology of organisms, and ecosystem organization and processes in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part II of a two-course sequence.Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week. 4 credits
Prerequisite is BIO 1014 credits - BIO 107 - Biology of the Environment
- Presents the basic concepts of environmental science through a topical approach. Includes the scientific method, population growth and migration, use of natural resources and waste management, ecosystem simplification recovery, evolution, biogeochemical cycles, photosynthesis and global warming, geological formations, atmosphere and climate, and ozone depletion and acid deposition.Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits - BIO 141 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. Integrates concepts of chemistry, physics, and pathology. Part I of II.Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2-3 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
4 credits - BIO 142 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. Integrates concepts of chemistry, physics, and pathology. Part II of II.Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2-3 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
4 credits - BIO 145 - Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Introduces human anatomy and physiology. Covers basic chemical concepts, cellular physiology, anatomy, and physiology of human organ systems.Lecture 3-4 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6-7 hours per week.
4-5 credits - BIO 150 - Introductory Microbiology
- Studies the general characteristics of microorganisms. Emphasizes their relationships to individual and community health.Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits - BIO 195 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - BIO 199 - Supervised Study
- Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor.May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - BIO 205 - General Microbiology
- Examines morphology, genetics, physiology, ecology, and control of microorganisms. Emphasizes application of microbiological techniques to selected fields. Prerequisites one year of college biology and one year of college chemistry or divisional approval.Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits - BIO 256 - General Genetics
- Explores the principles of genetics ranging from classical Mendelian inheritance to the most recent advances in the biochemical nature and function of the gene. Includes experimental design and statistical analysis. Prerequisite BIO 101-102 or equivalent.Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits - BIO 276 - Freshwater Ecology
- Applies ecosystem concepts to freshwater habitats. Includes laboratory and field work. Prerequisite BIO 101-102 or divisional approval.Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits - BIO 285 - Biological Problems in Contemporary Society
- Discusses major biological problems facing society which may include environmental and health concerns such as pollution, bioengineering, drug abuse, conservation, famine and others.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - BIO 295 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - BIO 297 - Cooperative Education
- Supervises in on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms, coordinated by the college's cooperative education office. Is applicable to all occupational- technical curricula at the discretion of the college.Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-6 credits - BIO 299 - Supervised Study
- Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor.May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
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