Biology Courses

BIOL 1110 General Biology I Credit Hrs: 4
Pre-Req: MATH Mods. 1-7, READ 0892, required ACT or COMPASS ENGL scores.
Co-Req: None
An introductory study of the physical and chemical basis of life, cell structure, function, energy sources, genetic information, natural selection, organism diversity, and ecology.

BIOL 1120 General Biology II Credit Hrs: 4
Pre-Req: BIOL 1110
Co-Req: None
A continuation of BIOL 1110 with emphasis on the monera, protista, fungi, plant, and animal kingdoms emphasizing structure, function, development and reproduction.

BIOL 1510 Environmental Science I Credit Hrs: 4
Pre-Req: ACT MATH 19, ACT ENGL 18, ACT READ 19
Co-Req: None
This course explores the foundations of environmental science, focusing on ecological principles; community, population and landscape
ecology; explores ecosystem interactions in water, soil and forests, and the influences of humans on these processes. This course focuses on
the use of real world problems and case studies to study environmental issues.

BIOL 1520 Environmental Science II Credit Hrs: 4
Pre-Req: ACT MATH 19, ACT ENGL 18, ACT READ 19
Co-Req: None
This course uses the foundations learned in Environmental Science I to explore how to resolve environmental issues and create a sustainable society. Topics to be discussed include alternative energy, waste management, evaluating the health of ecosystems, and conservation
of biodiversity. The course will take an in-depth look at the ethics and economics of environmental policy and decision making.

BIOL 2010 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credit Hrs: 4
Pre-Req: ACT MATH 19, ACT READ 19, ACT ENGL 18
Co-Req: None
An introductory course primarily designed for students in nursing and allied health programs; but, also applicable to students in biology,
nutrition and physical education programs. Topics include scientific methodology, limits of scientific inquiry, fundamental biological
chemistry, cellular structure and function, tissues and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems.


BIOL 2020 Human Anatomy Physiology II Credit Hrs: 4
Pre-Req: BIOL 2010
Co-Req: None
A continuation of BIOL 2010 with emphasis on endocrine, cardiovascular (including hemodynamics), lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary (including water and electrolyte balance), and reproductive systems, growth and development, and genetics.

BIOL 2230 Microbiology Credit Hrs: 4
Pre-Req: BIOL 1110 or BIOL 2010
Co-Req: None
An introduction to basic principles and applications of microbiology. The course emphasizes laboratory experience in the classification and identification of fungi, algae, and protozoans. Special emphasis will be placed on the culturing, isolation, staining, and identification of bacteria. Viruses will also be considered.

BIOL 2250 Environmental Biology Credit Hrs: 4
Pre-Req: MATH Mods. 1-7, READ 0892, required ACT or COMPASS ENGL scores
Co-Req: None
An introductory study of basic ecological principles at the population, community, and ecosystem levels. Included are selected topics on the sources and effects of pollutants to the environment. The course is open to both majors and non-majors.

BIOL 2299 Special Problems in Biology Credit Hrs: 1-3
Pre-Req: ACT MATH 19, ACT READ 19, ACT ENGL 18 and one semester of Biology or permission of instructor.
Co-Req: None
Special topic courses in an area of biology with emphasis on application of biological principles. Written project outline and reports are
required. Credit hours dependent on the scope and extent of course.