Introductory course covering basic principles and concepts of biology. Methods of scientific inquiry and behavior of matter and energy in biological systems are explored. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: Field trips may be required at students' expense.

Study of inheritance in humans, at the organismal, cellular and molecular levels. Includes exploration of gene expression, isolation and manipulation of DNA, Mendelian genetics, pedigree analysis, as well as chromosomal abnormalities and genetic diseases. Prerequisites: None.

Study of living things. Builds from basic molecular components to structure and physiology of cells and organ systems of animals and plants. Prerequisites: None.

Fundamentals of ecology and their relevance to human impact on natural ecosystems. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to biotechnology and its global impact on society. Covers applications, laboratory techniques, limitations and the international economic benefits, risks, and legal and moral issues associated with biotechnology. Prerequisites: None.

A global study of plants in relation to humans; as a source of food, fiber, drugs, and other products; for aesthetic value, survival, and energy. Prerequisites: None.

Study of the common plants and animals of the Southwest including their distribution, adaptation, behavior, and ecology. Introduction to basic field and laboratory techniques used in the study of natural history. Specific field problems presented dealing with plant and animal analysis and ecological interrelationships. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: Field trips may be required.

Examination of the science of microbes and the impact of microbes on human affairs. Topics include principles of microbial diversity, cell structure, growth and reproduction, global processes, disease, and prevention of disease. Prerequisites: None.

A survey of marine environments and their biotic communities with emphasis on the natural history of marine organisms. Prerequisites: None.

Survey of plants and animals of the Grand Canyon emphasizing ecological relationships and adaptation biology. Human activities in and impact upon the Canyon's ecosystems from prehistoric times to present considered. Course consists of on-campus lectures and 7-day raft trip through inner gorge of the Grand Canyon. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to marine experiments, marine biology, and ecology. On-site field experience in Mexico. Emphasis on observation and study of marine organisms along the shore. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor. Course Notes: BIO149AH may be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours.

Field expeditions in which ecological and environmental principles and concepts are observed and studied. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: BIO149AK may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours.

Field expeditions in which ecological and environmental principles and concepts are observed and studied. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: BIO149AL may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours.

Field expeditions in which ecological and environmental principles and concepts are observed and studied. Prerequisites: None.

Field expeditions in which ecological and environmental principles and concepts are observed and studied. Prerequisites: None.

An introductory biology course for allied health majors with an emphasis on humans. Topics include fundamental concepts of cell biology, histology, microbiology, and genetics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one-semester of college level chemistry is strongly recommended.

An introductory biology course for allied health majors with an emphasis on humans. Topics include fundamental concepts of cell biology, histology, microbiology, and genetics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one-semester of college level chemistry is strongly recommended.

Principles of scientific method. Structural organization, homeostasis and control mechanisms of the body. Specific chemistry concepts. Structure and function of the major systems of the body. Prerequisites: None.

The study and principles of structure and function of organisms at the molecular and cellular levels. A detailed exploration of the chemistry of life, the cell, and genetics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended.

The study and principles of structure and function of organisms at the molecular and cellular levels. A detailed exploration of the chemistry of life, the cell, and genetics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended.

The study and principles of structure and function of living things at cellular, organismic, and higher levels of organization. A detailed exploration of the mechanisms of evolution, biological diversity, biology of organisms, and ecology. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO181, or BIO181XT, or permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: BIO182 may require field trips.

The study and principles of structure and function of living things at cellular, organismic, and higher levels of organization. A detailed exploration of the mechanisms of evolution, biological diversity, biology of organisms, and ecology. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO181, or BIO181XT, or permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: BIO182XT may require field trips.

Study of structure and function of the human body. Topics include cells, tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (BIO156, or BIO156XT, or BIO181, or BIO181XT, or one year of high school biology) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101). CHM130 or higher or one year of high school chemistry suggested but not required.

Study of structure and function of the human body. Topics include cells, tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (BIO156, or BIO156XT, or BIO181, or BIO181XT, or one year of high school biology) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101). CHM130 or higher or one year of high school chemistry suggested but not required.

Continuation of structure and function of the human body. Topics include endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems; and fluid and electrolyte balance. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO201 or BIO201XT.

Study of microorganisms and their relationship to health, ecology, and related fields. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (BIO156, or BIO156XT, or BIO181, or BIO181XT, or one year of high school biology) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101). CHM130 or higher or one year of high school chemistry suggested but not required.

Detailed study of microbial cells, their structure, genetics, physiology and taxonomy. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO181. Corequisites: (CHM152 and CHM152LL) or (CHM154 and CHM154LL).

An introduction to the basic concepts of human heredity and cytogenetics including Mendelian, molecular, and population genetics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO100, or BIO181, or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

Introduction to bioinformatics, including history, concepts, major genetic databases and access tools. Computer software and techniques for analyzing one nucleotide or protein sequence, searching for similar sequences, and aligning and comparing two or multiple sequences. Microarray analysis and phylogenetic trees. Application of standard software to bioinformatic computing tasks, including word processing of reports, and use of spreadsheets for statistical analysis and graphing. Text editors, Unix, Internet web site searching and construction, and ethics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(BIO156 or BIO181) and (MAT095, or MAT096, or MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT12+, OR an appropriate district placement for MAT15+ or higher)], or permission of Instructor or Department/Division Chair. Concurrent enrollment in, or previous completion of, BIO208 is strongly suggested but not required.