Courses for Non-Majors

ANAT‑A 210 Elementary Human Anatomy (3 cr.) Introduction to the basic structure of the human body. Course taken by dental hygiene students. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. I

BIOL‑L 100 Humans and the Biological World (5 cr.) Lecture and laboratory. For non‑science majors. Credit allowed for only one of BIOL‑L 100, BIOL‑L 104, BIOL‑T 100, and PHSL‑P 130. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. Principles of biological organization from molecules through cells and organisms. Emphasis on processes common to all organisms, with special reference to humans. I, II, S

BIOL‑N 190 THE NATURAL WORLD (3 cr.) Introduces students to the methods and logic of science, and helps them understand the importance of science to the development of civilization and the contemporary world. Provides a context within which to evaluate the important scientific and technological issues of modern society. Interdisciplinary elements . I, II, S

BIOL‑N 200 Biology of Women (3 cr.)  This course examines the biological basis for bodily functions and changes that take place throughout the life of females. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. II

BIOL‑N 390 THE NATURAL WORLD (3 cr.) P: One college‑level biology course. Explores an important scientific or technological issue in modern society. Applies scientific methods and interdisciplinary perspectives in an examination of the subject. Investigates the broader implications and ethical dimensions of scientific research and technological advancement.

BIOL‑T 100 Biology for Elementary Teachers (5 cr.) Credit allowed for only one of BIOL‑L 100 or BIOL-T100. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. Fulfills School of Education requirement. Principles of biological organization from molecules through cells and organisms. Emphasis on processes common to all organisms, with special reference to humans. Laboratory emphasizes classroom practice. I, II

MICR‑M 250 Microbial Cell Biology (3 cr.)  P: College‑level chemistry, CHEM‑C 101, or CHEM‑C 102. Introduction to microorganisms: cytology, nutrition, reproduction, and physiology. Importance of microorganisms in infectious disease. Host defense mechanisms against disease. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. I, II, S

MICR‑M 255 Microbiology Laboratory (2 cr.) P: CHEM‑C 102; P or concurrent: MICR‑M 250. Exercises in the principles and techniques of microscopy, cultivation, identification and detection of microorganisms. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. I, II, S

PHSL‑P 130 human Biology (4 cr.)  For non‑science majors. Credit allowed for only one of BIOL‑L 100, BIOL‑L 104, BIOL‑T 100, and PHSL‑P 130. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. Basic concepts of human biology: reproduction, development, heredity, and physiological regulation. I, II, S

PHSL‑P 204 Elementary Human Physiology (3 cr.) R: One college‑level biology course; one college‑level chemistry course or one year high school chemistry. Lectures on blood, circulation, respiration, digestion, metabolism, excretion, endocrine system, muscle, nervous system, and special senses. For dental hygiene majors; credit not allowed toward a biology major. II

PHSL‑P 261 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (5 cr.) P: BIOL‑L 102, CHEM‑C 102, or PHSL‑P 130. Introduction to basic structure and function of the human body including laboratory studies in gross anatomy, histology, and physiology. Topics are cellular anatomy and physiology, body tissues and integument, and the skeletal, muscle, endocrine, and nervous systems. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. I, II

PHSL‑P 262 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (5 cr.) P: PHSL‑P 261. The continuation of PHSL‑P 261. Topics are the circulatory, respiratory, urinary, digestive, and reproductive systems; fluid and electrolyte balance; and acid‑base balance. II, S