Course Listing

BL 101 Biology I 3 Lecture/ 2 Lab/ 4

The basic patterns of structure and functioning of organisms are studied at the molecular and cellular levels. The continuity of life through time is investigated through studies of genetics and evolution. Theories of the origins and early development of life are considered.

BL 102 Biology II 3 Lecture/ 2 Lab/ 4

The relationships of organisms to each other and their environment are explored by studies in ecology. The diversity of structure and function of organisms is investigated with variations in anatomy and physiology viewed as alternative solutions to the common problems of survival faced by all life forms. Prerequisite: BL 101 or equivalent.

BL 112 Nutrition 3

Introduces the student to the fundamentals of nutrition. The course covers the nutrients, normal nutrition, recommended daily allowances, modifications of the basic diet, and specific health problems requiring modification of the basic diet.

BL 116 Human Biology 3 Lecture/ 1 Lab/ 3

A survey course of the structure and function of the human body. This course emphasizes the respiratory, cardiovascular, endocrine, digestive, lymphatic, urinary, and reproductive systems.

BL 201 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 Lecture/ 2 Lab/ 4 Credits

An introduction to the organization of the human body at its molecular, cellular, and tissue levels. The structure and functioning of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular,central and peripheral nervous systems are examined.

BL 202 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 Lecture/2 Lab/4 Credits

A continuation of BL 201 that presents the structure and maintenance functions of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, and urinary systems. Control of function by the endocrine and autonomic nervous systems is explored. The reproductive systems and special senses are included. Prerequisite: BL 201.

BL 203 Applied Anatomy & Physiology I 3 Lecture/ 2 Lab/ 4

The structure and functioning of the human body at its molecular, cellular and tissue
levels are explored. Structural details of the human skeleton are presented together with the physiology of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems.

BL 204 Applied Anatomy & Physiology II 3 Lecture/ 2 Lab/ 4

A continuation of BL 203 that examines the control of bodily function by the nervous and endocrine systems. A detailed examination of the human musculature is offered. The roles of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems are explained. Prerequisite: BL 203.

BL 206 Human Skeletal Anatomy 2 Lab/ 1

A laboratory course to familiarize the student with the major anatomical features of the human skeleton.

BL 210 Microbiology 3 Lecture/ 2 Lab/ 4

This course presents the fundamentals of microbiology with emphasis on the study of
microorganisms, their metabolic processes, and their relationship to disease. Laboratory work includes culturing, staining, studying and identifying microorganisms.