Lower Division Courses

100. Topics in Biology

Provides a broad understanding of biology, our molecular-organismic-ecological heritage and humankind's place within the biosphere. Four hours lecture and three hours laboratory. Materials fee required. (GE=B2) (5 units; Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer)

200. Biology of the Cell

Provides basic understanding of the process of life and the universality of life processes at the molecular and cellular level. Four hours lecture and three hours laboratory. A strong background equivalent to one year each of high school biology and chemistry is highly recommended. Materials fee required. Prerequisite: satisfactory score on the Entry Level Mathematics examination. (5 units; Fall)

201. Biology of Organisms

Provides basic understanding of the functional attributes of organisms and their diversity. Includes examination of their comparative and evolutionary relationships. Four hours lecture and three hours laboratory. Materials fee required. Prerequisite: BIOL 200 with a grade of "C" or better. (5 units; Winter)

202. Biology of Populations

Provides a basic understanding of the principles of genetics, evolution and ecology of organisms, populations, and communities. Four hours lecture and three hours laboratory. Materials fee required. Prerequisite: BIOL 201 with a grade of "C" or better. (GE=B2) (5 units; Spring)

216. Genetics and Society

Technological advances in human genetics and their impact on society. Biological and ethical perspectives of the application of genetic research. Two hours lecture. (GE=B4) (2 units; Fall, Winter, Spring)

217. Biology of Sexually Transmitted Diseases

The pathogenesis, biology of the agent, treatment and diagnosis of the prominent sexually transmitted diseases. Impact of current biotechnology in relation to vaccine development, experimental treatments, and improved diagnostics and screening. Two hours lecture. (GE=B4) (2 units; Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer)

220. Principles of Microbiology

Morphology, physiology and classification of bacteria, fungi and viruses. Microbiology of air, soil and dairy products; rudiments of infection and immunity. Laboratory training in culture preparation, sterilization, inoculation and identification. Four hours lecture and three hours laboratory Materials fee required. Prerequisite: one lower-division biology course. (BIOL 100 is strongly recommended.) (5 units; Fall, Spring, Summer)

223. Human Physiology and Anatomy I

Comprehensive study of human form and function including living chemistry, cells, tissues, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Four hours lecture and three hours laboratory. Materials fee required. Prerequisite: BIOL 100. (5 units; Winter, Summer)

224. Human Physiology and Anatomy II

Continuation of BIOL 223 with coverage of special senses, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, urinary, endocrine and reproductive systems. Four hours lecture and three hours laboratory. Materials fee required. Prerequisite: BIOL 223. (5 units; Spring, Summer)

251. Readings in Ecosystem Biology

Selected assigned readings in ecosystem biology. For students formally enrolled in the University Honors Program and in BIOL 349. One hour of discussion. Prerequisite or co-requisite: BIOL 349. Must be completed within two quarters of having completed BIOL 349. (1 unit; Irregular)

295. Special Projects in Biology

Individual investigation, research, study or survey of selected problems. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (1-2 units; Supervisory)