Course Descriptions AUME-185
4 units
Manual Transmissions & Transaxles LEC 48-54/LAB 48-54 This course presents the fundamentals of manual transmissions, transaxles, clutches, differentials, drive shafts and Four-wheel/Allwheel drive operation and repair. Appropriate lab activities include: disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of transmissions/transaxles, transfer cases, clutches, four-wheel drive systems, drivelines, and differentials. The student will achieve the skills that are needed to properly diagnose and repair manual transmission and drive train faults. Prerequisite: None. Recommended Preparation: AUME 100. --Transfers to CSU only
AUME-299
1-6 units
Special Projects: Auto Mechanics IS 16-108 Students with previous course work in the program may do special projects that involve research and special study. The actual nature of the project must be determined in consultation with the supervising instructor. Prerequisite: Previous Auto Technology classes; a contract must be completed with the instructor prior to enrollment. --Transfers to CSU only
Biological Sciences San Jacinto Campus (951) 487-MSJC (6752) 1-800-624-5561 Michael Plotkin (951) 487-3730 mplotkin@msjc.edu Menifee Valley Campus (951) 672-MSJC (6752) 1-800-452-3335 Roy Mason, Ph.D. (951) 639-5730 rmason@msjc.edu
BIOL-100
BIOL-115H
4 units
Honors Topics in Biology LEC 48-54/LAB 48-54 This introductory course includes a lecture and lab component and is designed for non-science majors and those who need a biology foundation before entering science major’s curriculum. This course emphasizes scientific inquiry in investigation of biological principles presented in an evolutionary context and an ecological framework. Principles covered include molecular and cellular biology, biochemical processes, genetics, classification, diversity of life, ecosystems, evolution, and current issues. Field trips may be required. Prerequisite: Acceptance in the Honors Enrichment Program. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A --Transfers to both UC/CSU --IGETC Area(s): 5B, 5C --CSU Area(s): B2, B3
BIOL-116
4 units
Natural History and Biodiversity LEC 48-54/LAB 48-54 of California (formerly Natural History and Biodiversity) This course presents the ecological concepts of biodiversity and natural history. The course emphasizes relationships of local geology to the flora and fauna of represented in California. Topics in this field-trip-based laboratory include field recognition of plants, and identification of major mammals, reptiles and birds of the areas studied. Multiple fieldtrips may be required. Although the course concentrates on California ecosystems in some cases ecosystems in areas other than California may be used as examples. Prerequisite: None. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A --Transfers to both UC/CSU --IGETC Area(s): 5B, 5C --CSU Area(s): B2, B3
4 units
BIOL-117
3 units
Human Biology LEC 48-54/LAB 48-54 (formerly Introduction to Human Biology) This course is an introduction to scientific and biological principles presented in a human context. Topics covered include the scientific method, cell structure and function, biochemistry, metabolism, nutrition, cell division, genetics, biotechnology, disease processes, evolution, ecology, and anatomy and physiology of the human body. Prerequisite: None.
Conservation Biology LEC 48-54 Conservation biology is the science of preserving biodiversity and sustaining the earth. This is an interdisciplinary, introductory course that examines the human impact on biodiversity and the earth. The course synthesizes the fields of ecology, evolution, genetics, philosophy, economics, sociology, and political science, with emphasis on the development of strategies for preserving populations, species, biological communities, and entire ecosystems. Prerequisite: None.
--AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
--AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
--Transfers to both UC/CSU
--Transfers to both UC/CSU
--IGETC Area(s): 5B, 5C
--IGETC Area(s): 5B
--CSU Area(s): B2, B3
--CSU Area(s): B2
BIOL-115
4 units
Topics in Biology LEC 48-54/LAB 48-54 This introductory course includes a lecture and lab component and is designed for non-science majors and those who need a biology foundation before entering science major’s curriculum. This course emphasizes scientific inquiry in investigation of biological principles presented in an evolutionary context and an ecological framework. Principles covered include molecular and cellular biology, biochemical processes, genetics, classification, diversity of life, ecosystems, evolution, and current issues. Field trips may be required. Prerequisite: None.
BIOL-125
5 units
Microbiology LEC 48-54/LAB 96-108 This course is an intensive study of microbiological principles designed for those majoring in the biological sciences or various health professions. The course will emphasize concepts related to microbial morphology, physiology, genetics, growth, control, role in disease and their application to mankind. Prerequisite: CHEM-100 or CHEM-107 or equivalent and BIOL-100 or BIOL-115 or BIOL-150 or BIOL-151 or ANAT-101 or ANAT-102 (with a grade of C or better).
--AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
--AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
--Transfers to both UC/CSU
--Transfers to both UC/CSU
--IGETC Area(s): 5B, 5C
--IGETC Area(s): 5B, 5C
--CSU Area(s): B2, B3
--CSU Area(s): B2, B3
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