BIO170 CELL BIOLOGY 4 credits This course introduces the fundamentals of cellular biology, including cell structure and metabolism, cell division, DNA replication, and protein synthesis. Students will also learn about the cells’ ability to move, reproduce, grow, and change as well as cell anatomy, membrane function, and organelles, which perform specific functions within a cell. In the laboratory, students are provided with hands-on experience with the process of science and with course topics. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisite: BIO109 or 205. Spring. BIO203 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I 4 credits Topics in this course include the chemical and cellular basis of human body systems. Focus is on an in-depth study of the structure and function of the muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems as well as nutrition/metabolism. Theoretical concepts will be modeled in lab through hands-on experiments and computer-assisted exercises, as well as dissection. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisites: ENG100, and RDG100, or placement; BIO109 or 115 is strongly encouraged. Fall and spring. BIO204 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II 4 credits This course is a continuation of BIO203 Anatomy and Physiology I with discussions centering on the digestive, endocrine, reproductive, cardiovascular and respiratory system along with the kidneys, and a detailed review of the acid-base balance. Laboratory exercises will supplement theoretical concepts and will use appropriate animal organs as models on a per system basis. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisite: BIO203. Fall and spring. BIO205 MICROBIOLOGY 4 credits This is a transferable four-credit laboratory science course. It is a required course for the Nursing curriculum at MWCC. It is recommended for students planning careers in health sciences or animal and plant sciences and will satisfy a lab science requirement here, or for transfer. In addition to a discussion of bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and other parasites, this course will discuss practical applications of the techniques of microbiology to the health care and industrial fields. BIO205 Microbiology is a medically-oriented course that surveys the broad aspects of this field of study. Topics include morphology and nutrition of microbes, pathogenic processes, host-defense mechanisms, allergy, antibiotic therapy, and a review of the common diseases of each system of the body. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Prerequisite: RDG100, ENG100. Encouraged prerequisite: any of the following: BIO109 or BIO115 or BIO203. Fall and spring.
BIO209 HUMAN SEXUALITY 3 credits This course is an in-depth study and discussion of all aspects of human sexuality. Emphasis will be on biological aspects and influences on human sexuality. Topics to be considered include structure, function and dysfunction of the reproduction system, prenatal sexual development, achieving gender identity, sexual behavior, sexual signaling, health and control of sexual reproduction, correcting problems of sexual expression, divergent sexual behavior, and sexually transmitted diseases. Various media forms will be used. A primary objective of the course is a better understanding of one’s own sexuality. Prerequisites: ENG100, RDG100, or placement. Offered occasionally. BIO220 SOIL SCIENCE 4 credits Soils are the anchors of biological systems. This is a study of the physical, chemical, and biological nature of the soil. This four-credit laboratory course will study the substrate of the ecosystem. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the soil in plant pathology. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisites: ENG100, MAT100, RDG100, or placement, CHE120 or 107 (pre-or co-requisite), BIO130. Offered either fall or spring.
Biotechnology/Biomanufacturing BTC101 INTRODUCTION TO BIOTECHNOLOGY (WITH APPLICATION) 4 credits Introduction to Biotechnology is a course designed to acquaint students with the diverse field of biotechnology. Topics will include a brief history of biotechnology, job opportunities in biotechnology, recombinant DNA and protein products, microbial biotechnology, plant biotechnology, medical biotechnology, and DNA fingerprinting and forensic analysis. Current ethical issues such as stem cell research and cloning will also be discussed. Prerequisites: ENG100, RDG100, MAT120. BTC102 BASIC BIOTECHNOLOGY LABORATORY TECHNIQUES 2 credits Basic Biotechnology Laboratory Techniques is a course designed to develop fundamental skills in the set up of typical growth plates and media used in standard culturing of microorganisms or tissue culture as well as preparation of common solutions and reagents. In addition, students will develop fundamental skills in the use, maintenance and calibration of common laboratory instruments like spectrophotometers and pH meters. Principles of laboratory safety, documentation and the use of computers in the lab will also be covered. The practical aspect of the course involves preparation of media
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