Piedmont Community College: BIO 206

BIO 206 - Cell Biology at Piedmont Community College

Course Description

Effective: 2014-05-01

Introduces the ultrastructure and functions of cells. Emphasizes cell metabolism, cell division, and control of gene expression.

Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

4 credits

General Course Purpose

This course profiles the ultrastructure and function of cells & cell organelles. Emphasis will be on cell components, metabolism, cell division, and control of gene expression. The laboratory portion of the course will demonstrate basic cell biology techniques as well as introduce the student to new research advances in cell and molecular biology.

Course Prerequisites/Corequisites

Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 and CHM 111

Course Objectives

Describe the structure & function of organelles commonly found in eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells
Describe the chemical composition of cells and their components
Explain the basic principles of bioenergetics and apply these principles to enzyme function and metabolism
Describe both metabolic and genetic regulatory mechanisms in cells
Describe the patterns of growth, reproduction, and heredity in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells
Explain the differences between generalist and specialized cells
Describe some of the common specialized end cell functions
Explain the concept of unity and diversity of cell structure and function

Major Topics to be Included

LECTURE

Biochemistry
Cell Structure: eukaryotic and prokaryotic
Enzymes
Bioenergetics: photosynthesis and respiration
Membranes and Transport
Biosynthesis
Regulatory Mechanisms
Growth and Division
Heredity
Differentiation
Specialized Cell Functions, e.g., excitation, motility and contraction, secretion, and immunity

LABORATORY

Microscopy and Staining
Spectrophotometry
pH and Buffers
Cell Fractionation
Biochemical Extraction and Analysis
Enzyme Activity and Kinetics
Aseptic Techniques
Bacterial Growth Curves
Cell Permeability and Active Transport
Photosynthesis
Cellular Respiration
Cell and Tissue Culture

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