General Biology II - BIO 102 at Virginia Western Community College


         
 
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BIO 102 - General Biology II
Focuses on biological processes with a chemical foundation, including macromolecules, 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 the process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part II of a two-course sequence. This is a UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite: BIO 101 or Departmental Permission
4 credits

Schedule at Virginia Western Community College

Spring 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
31033 BIO 102-11 0
 M W F 
11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Main P
31034 BIO 102-11L 4
  Tu    
8:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Main P
Enrolling in this lab automatically registers the student in BIO 102-11.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
31035 BIO 102-11S 0
 M W F 
11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Main P
31036 BIO 102-11SL 4
  Tu    
11:00 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
 2025-01-13 Main P
Enrolling in this lab automatically registers the student in BIO 102-11S.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
30828 BIO 102-12 0
 M W F 
1:00 p.m.-1:50 p.m.
 2025-01-13 Main P
30829 BIO 102-12L 4
 M     
2:00 p.m.-4:45 p.m.
 2025-01-13 Main P
Enrolling in this lab automatically registers the student in BIO 102-12.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
53602 BIO 102-D11 0
 MTuWThF 
6:25 a.m.-6:26 a.m.
 2025-02-03 Roanoke County P
53603 BIO 102-D11L 4
 MTuWThF 
6:25 a.m.-6:26 a.m.
 2025-02-03 Roanoke County P
30762 BIO 102-V1 0
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
30763 BIO 102-V1L 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Enrolling in this lab automatically registers the student in BIO 102-V1 online lecture.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
31226 BIO 102-V1S 0
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
31227 BIO 102-V1SL 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
Enrolling in this lab automatically registers the student in BIO 102-V1S lecture.

Summer 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
33815 BIO 102-V1 0
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-05-19 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
33816 BIO 102-V1L 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-05-19 Virtual Distance Learning WW
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
IMPORTANT: This class section includes an additional Class Fee that will cover the cost of a digital copy of the textbook for this course. As an additional option under this program, a low-cost printed copy of the digital textbook can be purchased through the Virginia Western Bookstore. You will have the option to Opt-Out of using the digital textbook once you log into this course in Canvas. Should you choose to Opt-Out, you will receive an adjustment on your student account for the Class Fee after the Last Day to Drop and Receive a Refund, as noted in the Academic Calendar located here https://www.virginiawestern.edu/academic-calendar/.
Enrolling in this online lab automatically registers the student in BIO 102-V1 online lecture.
33907 BIO 102-V2 0
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-06-27 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
33908 BIO 102-V2L 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-06-27 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
IMPORTANT: This class section includes an additional Class Fee that will cover the cost of a digital copy of the textbook for this course. As an additional option under this program, a low-cost printed copy of the digital textbook can be purchased through the Virginia Western Bookstore. You will have the option to Opt-Out of using the digital textbook once you log into this course in Canvas. Should you choose to Opt-Out, you will receive an adjustment on your student account for the Class Fee after the Last Day to Drop and Receive a Refund, as noted in the Academic Calendar located here https://www.virginiawestern.edu/academic-calendar/.
Enrolling in this online lab automatically registers the student in BIO 102-V2 online lecture.

Fall 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
42038 BIO 102-11 0
 M W F 
10:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.
 2025-08-25 Main P
42039 BIO 102-11L 4
   W   
11:00 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
 2025-08-25 Main P
Enrolling in this in-person lab automatically registers the student in BIO 102-11 in-person lecture.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
42040 BIO 102-V1 0
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-08-25 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This is an online course with a specific meeting pattern. To participate in this class, you must be connected online during the dates and times specified in the class schedule. High-speed internet access is required.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
42041 BIO 102-V1L 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-08-25 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Enrolling in this online lab automatically registers the student in BIO 102-V1 online lecture.
42592 BIO 102-V1S 0
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-08-25 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
42593 BIO 102-V1SL 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-08-25 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Enrolling in this online lab automatically registers the student in BIO 102-V1S online lecture.
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
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