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Updated: 11/22/2009 17:25:26


BIOLOGY

The prerequisites for all biology courses are STRICTLY enforced and will be verified by instructors. Students without the prerequisites are subject to withdrawal.

CLASSROOM 
16 Week Session January 19 - May 16
BIOL 1308 Biology Concepts for Health Pre-Professionals Designed to provide the fundamentals of biology and critical thinking skills to prepare students for BIOL 2304 (Human Anatomy), BIOL 2305 (Human Physiology) and BIOL 2404 (Intro to A&P). Recommended as preparation for the anatomy and physiology assessment tests.

R	[31/32]	08273	Lec	007	RVS	2267	MW	 4:15pm -  5:30pm	OH Mouton, Robert
R	[17/28]	08274	Lec	008	SMC	411	TBA	                 	   Staff
BIOL 1309 Life on Earth
E	[18/36]	03977	Lec	012	ANH	TBA	MW	                 	   Staff
03977 - ONLY for students who attend Anderson High School. 
E	[2/29]	08120	Lec	017	GTC	209	T	 6:00pm -  8:40pm	OH Peacock, Joyce
E	[12/28]	08474	Lec	013	LEA	721	Th	 6:00pm -  8:40pm	OH Knudsen, Leola
E	[24/30]	03974	Lec	007	RRH	204	TTh	 8:00pm -  9:15pm	OH Phelps, Patricia
BIOL 1322 Contemporary Issues in Nutrition Designed for non-science majors and recommended for human service students who desire to study the application of nutrition to addictions.
E	[24/30]	03978	Lec	001	RVS	2267	MW	10:35am - 11:50am	OH Shaw, Terry
BIOL 1323 Human Nutrition Designed for science majors; an in-depth study of nutrition principles & their application in the health sciences. Prerequisite: high school chemistry or biology or CHEM 1411. Recommended but not required: BIOL 1406 or BIOL 1408.
E+	[16/20]	03985	Lec	008	EVC	3207	S	 9:00am - 11:40am	OH Lane, Rhonda
E+	[25/30]	03979	Lec	002	NRG	2213	MW	 8:30pm -  9:45pm	OH Staskel, Deanna
E+	[23/30]	03986	Lec	009	RRH	258	S	 9:10am - 11:50am	OH Polasek, Susan
BIOL 1406 Cellular and Molecular Biology Designed for science majors. Has prerequisites of chemistry and math that are STRICTLY enforced. Non-science majors should enroll in BIOL 1408. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
G+	[23/24]	03993	Lec	007	CYP	2206	MW	 1:25pm -  2:40pm	OH Lai, Janice
			Lab	007	CYP	2212	W	 2:50pm -  5:30pm	   
G+	[6/18]	04007	Lec	028	EVC	8310	TTh	10:35am - 11:50am	OH Brownson, Delia
			Lab	028	EVC	3221	Th	12:00pm -  2:40pm	   
G+	[23/24]	03999	Lec	019	NRG	2245	MW	 7:45am -  9:00am	OH Froehlich, David
			Lab	019	NRG	2226	W	 9:10am - 11:50am	   
G+	[21/24]	04002	Lec	023	NRG	2226	MW	 5:40pm -  6:55pm	OH Meyertholen, Edward
			Lab	023	NRG	2226	W	 7:05pm -  9:45pm	   
G+	[17/24]	03998	Lec	018	NRG	2226	TTh	 7:45am -  9:00am	OH Meyertholen, Edward
			Lab	018	NRG	2226	Th	 9:10am - 11:50am	   
G+	[18/24]	04001	Lec	022	NRG	2226	TTh	 4:15pm -  5:30pm	OH Meyertholen, Edward
			Lab	022	NRG	2226	T	 1:25pm -  4:05pm	   
G+	[32/14]	03989	Lec	003	RGC	343	MW	 7:45am -  9:00am	OH Ramirez Garza, Elizabeth
			Lab	003	RGC	306	M	 9:10am - 11:50am	   
G+	[32/14]	03996	Lec	012	RGC	343	MW	 7:45am -  9:00am	OH Ramirez Garza, Elizabeth
			Lab	012	RGC	306	W	 9:10am - 11:50am	   
G+	[32/17]	03987	Lec	001	RGC	343	MW	12:00pm -  1:15pm	OH Tavormina, Salvatore
			Lab	001	RGC	306	W	 1:25pm -  4:05pm	   
G+	[32/17]	03997	Lec	017	RGC	343	MW	12:00pm -  1:15pm	OH Tavormina, Salvatore
			Lab	017	RGC	306	M	 1:25pm -  4:05pm	   
G+	[32/24]	03990	Lec	004	RGC	343	TTh	 9:10am - 10:25am	OH Perry-Smith, Gail
			Lab	004	RGC	306	T	10:35am -  1:15pm	   
G+	[32/24]	03992	Lec	006	RGC	343	TTh	 9:10am - 10:25am	OH Perry-Smith, Gail
			Lab	006	RGC	306	Th	10:35am -  1:15pm	   
G+	[32/22]	03988	Lec	002	RGC	343	TTh	 2:50pm -  4:05pm	OH Palmer, Marjorie
			Lab	002	RGC	306	Th	 4:15pm -  6:55pm	   
G+	[32/22]	03994	Lec	008	RGC	343	TTh	 2:50pm -  4:05pm	OH Palmer, Marjorie
			Lab	008	RGC	306	T	 4:15pm -  6:55pm	   
G+	[22/24]	04005	Lec	026	RVS	2221	MW	 5:40pm -  6:55pm	   Staff
			Lab	026	RVS	2219	W	 7:05pm -  9:45pm	   
BIOL 1407 Structure and Function of Organisms Designed for science majors and students with a strong science background. Prerequisite: BIOL 1406 with a minimum grade of C. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
G+	[14/24]	04009	Lec	002	RVS	2221	MW	 2:50pm -  4:05pm	OH Maxim, Elizabeth
			Lab	002	RVS	2242	W	 4:15pm -  6:55pm	   
BIOL 1408 Introductory Biology -- Unity of Life A conceptual approach to biological topics designed for non-science majors. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
G	[13/24]	04031	Lec	023	CYP	2207	S	10:00am - 12:40pm	OH Mouton, Robert
			Lab	023	CYP	2212	S	 1:10pm -  3:50pm	   
G	[9/18]	04017	Lec	006	EVC	3219	MW	12:00pm -  1:15pm	OH Stephenson, Amanda
			Lab	006	EVC	3221	M	 1:25pm -  4:05pm	   
G	[8/18]	04018	Lec	007	EVC	3219	S	 9:00am - 11:40am	OH Stephenson, Amanda
			Lab	007	EVC	3221	S	12:00pm -  2:40pm	   
G	[7/18]	04028	Lec	020	EVC	3219	TTh	12:00pm -  1:15pm	OH Abraham, Ivy
			Lab	020	EVC	3221	T	 1:25pm -  4:05pm	   
G	[13/24]	04013	Lec	001	PIN	710	TTh	12:00pm -  1:15pm	OH Morin, Silke
			Lab	001	PIN	701	T	 1:25pm -  4:05pm	   
G	[3/24]	04019	Lec	008	PIN	710	TTh	 4:15pm -  5:30pm	OH Lazare, Jennifer
			Lab	008	PIN	701	Th	 1:25pm -  4:05pm	   
G	[4/24]	04020	Lec	009	RGC	334	TTh	 7:45am -  9:00am	OH Shibatani, Toru
			Lab	009	RGC	308	Th	 9:10am - 11:50am	   
G	[17/24]	04022	Lec	012	RGC	308	TTh	12:00pm -  1:15pm	OH Shibatani, Toru
			Lab	012	RGC	308	T	 9:10am - 11:50am	   
G	[18/24]	04030	Lec	022	SAC	1309	MW	12:00pm -  1:15pm	OH Sanchez, David
			Lab	022	SAC	1309	W	 1:25pm -  4:05pm	   
BIOL 1409 Introductory Biology -- Diversity of Life An introduction to the diversity of life for non-science majors. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
G	[3/24]	04036	Lec	004	FBG	TBA	TTh	 6:00pm -  7:15pm	OH Hazle, Nita
			Lab	004	FBG	TBA	TBA	                 	   
 Syn 04036 at FBG-the lab meetings for this section are required field trips on 
alternate Saturdays (9am - 2pm)

G	[19/24]	04033	Lec	001	PIN	710	TTh	10:35am - 11:50am	OH Ziser, Stephen
			Lab	001	PIN	701	TTh	 9:10am - 10:25am	   
G	[14/24]	04035	Lec	003	PIN	710	TTh	 1:25pm -  2:40pm	OH Ziser, Stephen
			Lab	003	PIN	701	TTh	12:00pm -  1:15pm	   
G	[7/24]	08278	Lec	008	RVS	2242	S	10:00am - 12:40pm	OH Wagner, Jonathan
			Lab	008	RVS	2242	S	                 	   
G	[19/24]	08280	Lec	010	RVS	2242	W	 7:05pm -  9:45pm	OH Belik, Miroslava
			Lab	010	RVS	2242	M	 7:05pm -  9:45pm	   
BIOL 1411 General Botany NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
G	[17/24]	04039	Lec	001	RVS	2242	T	10:35am -  1:15pm	OH Bostic, Stephen
			Lab	001	RVS	2242	Th	10:35am -  1:15pm	   
BIOL 1413 General Zoology Designed primarily for biology majors planning to transfer to a university. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
G	[4/24]	04040	Lec	001	RVS	2242	MW	 9:10am - 10:25am	OH Caskey, Nourah
			Lab	001	RVS	2242	MW	10:35am - 11:50am	   
BIOL 1414 Introduction to Biotechnology Introduction to Biotechnology is a required entry-level course in the Biotechnology Program. This course will transfer to university only for Biotechnology majors. For more information, contact Dr. P. Phelps at 223.5914 or pphelps@austincc.edu.
G+	[38/75]	04161	Lec	002	ANH	TBA	MW	 9:00am - 10:20am	OH Lazare, Jennifer
			Lab	002	ANH	TBA	W	10:30am -  1:50pm	   
04161 - ONLY for students who attend Anderson High School. 
G+	[3/12]	04164	Lec	006	CPH	S111	MW	 9:00am - 10:20am	OH Knudsen, Leola
			Lab	006	CPH	S111	W	10:30am -  1:50pm	   
04164 - ONLY for students who attend Cedar Park High School. 
G+	[4/12]	04160	Lec	001	EVC	9107	TTh	 6:00pm -  7:15pm	OH Campbell, Amanda
			Lab	001	EVC	9101	TTh	 7:35pm -  9:15pm	   
G+	[0/12]	04163	Lec	005	LEA	819	MW	 9:00am - 10:20am	OH Palmer, Marjorie
			Lab	005	LEA	819	T	10:30am -  1:50pm	   
04163 - ONLY for students who attend Leander High School.
BIOL 1424 Native Plants An introduction to the flora native to Central Texas. Course includes outside field activities. Transportation required.Because field trips must leave on time and may go long it is strongly recommended that students not take a class immediately before or immediately after Native Plants. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
G	[7/16]	04042	Lec	002	PIN	709	S	 9:00am - 11:40am	OH Senter, John
			Lab	002	PIN	701	S	12:00pm -  2:40pm	   
G	[14/16]	04041	Lec	001	RGC	308	M	 1:25pm -  4:05pm	OH Senter, John
			Lab	001	RGC	308	W	 1:25pm -  4:05pm	   
BIOL 2101 Human Anatomy Lab This is the lab portion of Human Anatomy. Students MUST enroll in the same section of the lecture (BIOL 2304) and lab portions of this course. For example, students in BIOL-2101-005 must enroll in BIOL-2304-005. Prerequisite: Students MUST pass an assessment test prior to registration. See www.austincc.edu/biology/ for additional information about the assessment test. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
O+	[22/24]	06544	Lab	016	CYP	2238	MW	 7:05pm -  8:20pm	   Staff
BIOL 2102 Human Physiology Lab This is the lab portion of Human Physiology. Students MUST enroll in the same section of the lecture (BIOL 2305) and lab portions of this course. For example students in BIOL-2102-005 will also need to enroll in BIOL-2305-005. Prerequisite: Students MUST pass an assessment test prior to registration and BIOL-2304 and BIOL-2101 with a minimum grade of C (or course equivalent with lab). See www.austincc.edu/biology for additional information about the assessment test. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
O+	[14/13]	04066	Lab	005	FBG	TBA	W	 6:00pm -  8:40pm	OH Thomas, Anita
BIOL 2116 Genetics Lab Prerequisites: BIOL 1406 (or course equivalent with lab) with minimum grade of C. Students will need BOTH BIOL 2116 and BIOL 2316 Genetics Lecture if they intend to transfer as a Biology major to another school. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
G	[15/18]	04077	Lab	001	EVC	3221	W	 1:25pm -  4:05pm	OH Phelps, Patricia
BIOL 2305 Human Physiology Lecture This is the lecture portion of Human Physiology. Students MUST enroll in the same section of the lecture and lab portions (BIOL-2102) of this course. For example, students in BIOL-2102-005 will also need to enroll in BIOL-2305-005. Prerequisite: Students MUST pass an assessment test prior to registration and BIOL-2304 and BIOL-2101 with a minimum grade of C (or course equivalent with lab). See www.austincc.edu/biology/ for additional information about the assessment test. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
O+	[14/13]	04111	Lec	005	FBG	5B	M	 6:00pm -  8:40pm	OH Thomas, Anita
BIOL 2306 The Living Planet
E	[10/30]	08309	Lec	007	RRH	210	MW	12:30pm -  1:45pm	   Staff
E	[18/30]	04114	Lec	005	RRH	258	TTh	 2:00pm -  3:15pm	OH Speer, Bernice
BIOL 2316 Genetics Prerequisites: BIOL 1406(or course equivalent with lab) with minimum grade of C.
G+	[17/24]	04116	Lec	001	EVC	2315	MW	 4:15pm -  5:30pm	OH Phelps, Patricia
G+	[23/24]	04117	Lec	002	RGC	229	MW	12:00pm -  1:15pm	OH Sessions, Alice
BIOL 2404 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology Designed for the ACC Health Sciences student who needs a single semester of anatomy & physiology. This course will NOT substitute for BIOL 2304/BIOL 2101 as a prerequisite for BIOL 2305/2102. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
G	[23/24]	04124	Lec	008	FBG	TBA	TTh	 6:00pm -  7:15pm	OH Thomas, Anita
			Lab	008	FBG	TBA	TTh	 7:25pm -  8:40pm	   
G	[24/21]	04125	Lec	009	RVS	2257	MW	 2:50pm -  4:05pm	OH Rebhorn, Rebecca
			Lab	009	RVS	2257	MW	 1:25pm -  2:40pm	   
G	[7/0]	04127	Lec	012	RVS	2266	MW	 2:50pm -  4:05pm	OH Norris, John
			Lab	012	RVS	2257	MW	 4:15pm -  5:30pm	   
BIOL 2420 Introduction to Microbiology Designed primarily for students interested in ACC Health Sciences programs. Prerequisites of BIOL 2404 or BIOL 2304/BIOL 2101 (or equivalents with lecture AND LAB) are STRICTLY enforced. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
G+	[12/24]	04147	Lec	011	FBG	TBA	TTh	 6:00pm -  7:15pm	OH Davis, Kenneth
			Lab	011	FBG	TBA	TTh	 7:25pm -  8:50pm	   
BIOL 2421 Microbiology Prerequisites of BIOL 1406 and CHEM 1305/1105 (or equivalents with lecture AND LAB) are STRICTLY enforced.NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
G+	[8/18]	04155	Lec	001	RGC	334	MW	12:00pm -  1:15pm	OH Allen-Mierl, D'Maris
			Lab	001	RGC	312	MW	 1:40pm -  3:20pm	   
G+	[36/21]	04156	Lec	002	RGC	314	TTh	10:35am - 11:50am	OH Allen-Mierl, D'Maris
			Lab	002	RGC	312	TTh	 8:30am - 10:10am	   
G+	[36/21]	04158	Lec	005	RGC	314	TTh	10:35am - 11:50am	OH Allen-Mierl, D'Maris
			Lab	005	RGC	312	TTh	12:15pm -  1:55pm	   
G+	[36/29]	04157	Lec	003	RGC	314	TTh	 5:40pm -  6:55pm	OH Vander Zee, Coe
			Lab	003	RGC	312	TTh	 7:20pm -  9:00pm	   
G+	[36/29]	04159	Lec	006	RGC	314	TTh	 5:40pm -  6:55pm	OH Vander Zee, Coe
			Lab	006	RGC	312	TTh	 3:35pm -  5:15pm	   


12 Week Session February 15 - May 16
BIOL 1308 Biology Concepts for Health Pre-Professionals Designed to provide the fundamentals of biology and critical thinking skills to prepare students for BIOL 2304 (Human Anatomy), BIOL 2305 (Human Physiology) and BIOL 2404 (Intro to A&P). Recommended as preparation for the anatomy and physiology assessment tests.
R	[26/32]	03330	Lec	005	CYP	2207	MW	 1:25pm -  3:05pm	OH Lewis, Rob
R	[14/24]	08283	Lec	011	RGC	135	MW	 8:00am -  9:40am	   Staff
R	[25/32]	03329	Lec	004	SAC	1309	MW	 9:00am - 10:40am	   Staff
BIOL 1408 Introductory Biology -- Unity of Life A conceptual approach to biological topics designed for non-science majors. NOTICE: due to lab safety considerations there are NO OVERLOADS into full sections.
G	[7/24]	03334	Lec	002	CYP	2207	MW	 3:15pm -  5:40pm	   Staff
			Lab	002	CYP	2212	MW	 5:40pm -  7:20pm	   
G	[5/24]	03337	Lec	019	CYP	2212	TTh	 5:40pm -  7:20pm	OH Bruce, Troy
			Lab	019	CYP	2212	TTh	 7:30pm -  9:10pm	   
G	[2/18]	03335	Lec	010	EVC	3219	T	 5:40pm -  9:10pm	   Staff
			Lab	010	EVC	3221	Th	 5:40pm -  9:10pm	   


8 Week Session March 22 - May 16
BIOL 1308 Biology Concepts for Health Pre-Professionals Designed to provide the fundamentals of biology and critical thinking skills to prepare students for BIOL 2304 (Human Anatomy), BIOL 2305 (Human Physiology) and BIOL 2404 (Intro to A&P). Recommended as preparation for the anatomy and physiology assessment tests.
R	[0/24]	08408	Lec	012	FBG	2	MW	 6:30pm -  9:10pm	   Staff


DISTANCE LEARNING 
8 Week Session January 19 - March 14
BIOL 1309 Life on Earth
E	[27/36]	03038	OPC	010	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Estes, Yvonne
03038 - Internet access required. Videotapes: libraries & checkout copies only. 
Y. Estes, 223.8058, email: yestes@austincc.edu - MANDATORY online orientation via 
Blackboard by 5pm Mon. 1/25 or student will be dropped by instructor. Blackboard 
is found at http://acconline.austincc.edu/ and available the Friday before classes 
begin. 


16 Week Session January 19 - May 16
BIOL 2106 Environmental Biology Lab
E	[9/30]	04076	OPC	001	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Keddy-Hector, Anne
04076 - Internet access required. A. Keddy-Hector, 223.6082. MANDATORY: Students 
are dropped by instructor if they fail to complete the Online orientation BEFORE 
end of 1st week of class at EITHER email: akeddy@austincc.edu OR web: www.austincc.edu/akeddy/ 

BIOL 2206 Environmental Biology Lecture
E	[11/30]	04078	OPC	002	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Keddy-Hector, Anne
04078 - Internet access required. A. Keddy-Hector, 223.6082. MANDATORY: Students 
are dropped by instructor if they fail to complete the Online orientation BEFORE 
end of 1st week of class at EITHER email: akeddy@austincc.edu OR web: www.austincc.edu/akeddy/ 

BIOL 2306 The Living Planet
E	[11/36]	04112	OPC	003	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Tavormina, Salvatore
04112 - Internet access required. S. Tavormina, 223.3326, email: tav@austincc.edu 
- MANDATORY: Students are dropped by instructor if they fail to complete an online 
orientation at www.austincc.edu/tav/2306 by 1/28 
E	[30/36]	04113	OPC	004	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Speer, Bernice
04113 - Internet access required. B. Speer, 223.6297. MANDATORY: Students are dropped 
by instructor if they fail to complete the Online orientation BEFORE end of 1st 
week of class at EITHER email: bspeer@austincc.edu OR web: www.austincc.edu/bspeer 

BIOL 2316 Genetics Prerequisites: BIOL 1406(or course equivalent with lab) with minimum grade of C.
G+	[16/24]	04118	OPC	003	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Nuckels, Richard
04118 - Internet access required. R. Nuckels, 223-1790 x26288. MANDATORY: email 
rnuckels@austincc.edu the 1st week of class. 


12 Week Session February 15 - May 16
BIOL 1309 Life on Earth
E	[18/36]	03331	OPC	002	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Thomas, Anita
03331 - Internet access required. Videotapes: libraries & checkout copies only. 
A. Thomas, 223.9794. For MANDATORY orientation information: email athomas7@austincc.edu 
BEFORE end of 1st week of class. 
E	[7/36]	03332	OPC	005	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Strong, Sarah
03332 - Internet access required. Videotapes: libraries & checkout copies only. 
S. Strong, 223.6260, email sstrong@austincc.edu - MANDATORY: Students are dropped 
by instructor if they fail to complete the Online orientation BEFORE end of 1st 
week of class at www.austincc.edu/sstrong
E	[3/36]	04501	OPC	016	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Allen-Mierl, D'Maris
04501 - Internet access required. Videotapes: libraries & checkout copies only. 
 D. Allen-Mierl, 223.3322, email dallen@austincc.edu - MANDATORY online orientation 
at www.austincc.edu/microbio/1309orient.htm Students MUST complete orientation before 
second week of class 
BIOL 2306 The Living Planet
E	[8/36]	03338	OPC	002	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Estes, Yvonne
03338 - Internet access required. Y. Estes, 223.8058, email: yestes@austincc.edu 
- MANDATORY online orientation via Blackboard by 5pm Mon. 2/22 or student will be 
dropped by instructor. Blackboard is found at http://acconline.austincc.edu/ and 
available the Friday before classes begin. 
BIOL 2321 Survey of Infectious Diseases
G+	[11/20]	03339	OPC	003	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Allen-Mierl, D'Maris
03339 - Internet access required. D. Allen-Mierl, 223.3322, email dallen@austincc.edu 
Prereq: BIOL 2420 or 2421 or equiv. microbiology + approval. MANDATORY Online orientation 
at www.austincc.edu/microbio/2321/syllabus.html Students MUST complete orientation 
before second week of class 


8 Week Session March 22 - May 16
BIOL 1309 Life on Earth
E	[7/36]	03162	OPC	001	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Strong, Sarah
03162 - Internet access required. Videotapes: libraries & checkout copies only. 
S. Strong, 223.6260, email sstrong@austincc.edu - MANDATORY: Students are dropped 
by instructor if they fail to complete the Online orientation BEFORE end of 1st 
week of class at www.austincc.edu/sstrong
BIOL 2306 The Living Planet
E	[11/36]	03163	OPC	001	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Estes, Yvonne
03163 - Internet access required. Y. Estes, 223.8058, email: yestes@austincc.edu 
- MANDATORY online orientation via Blackboard by 5pm Mon. 3/29 or student will be 
dropped by instructor. Blackboard is found at http://acconline.austincc.edu/ and 
available the Friday before classes begin. 
BIOL 2406 Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
G	[1/24]	03164	OPC	002	PCM	Orientation req. See Open Campus	OH Keddy-Hector, Anne
			Lab	002	TBA	OPC	TBA	                 	   
03164 - Internet access required. A. Keddy-Hector, 223.6082. MANDATORY: Students 
are dropped by instructor if they fail to complete the Online orientation BEFORE 
end of 1st week of class at EITHER email: akeddy@austincc.edu OR web: www.austincc.edu/akeddy/ 



Course Descriptions All Courses 
BIOL 1308 Biology Concepts for Health Pre-Professionals
Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are included. This course is designed to prepare students to take BIOL 2304 or BIOL 2404.

BIOL 1309 Life on Earth
A survey of the living organisms on our planet for the non-science major. Emphasis on evolutionary and natural history, structural and behavioral adaptations, biological diversity and co-evolution.

BIOL 1322 Contemporary Issues in Nutrition
An introduction to basic nutrition. Special emphasis on understanding and evaluating fads and fallacies in nutrition. Topics include body systems, healthy cooking techniques, dietary restrictions and guidelines, diet and disease, recipe modifications and menu planning, nutritional concerns of the athlete or the vegetarian, and the relationship between addictions and nutrition.

BIOL 1323 Human Nutrition
This course explores the various nutrients, their sources, digestion, absorption, metabolism, interaction, storage, and excretion. Current research is presented against a background of basic nutritional concepts. Special emphasis is given to the role nutrition plays in the current health care delivery system and how nutrition can be emphasized to promote health maintenance. This course is required for most BSN students and fulfills the requirements for a science elective in the College of Natural Sciences at U.T. Prerequisite: High School Chemistry or CHEM 1411; BIOL 1406 or BIOL 1408 are recommended but not required.

BIOL 1406 Cellular and Molecular Biology
General Biology course designed for science majors and students with a strong science background who desire an in-depth approach to biological topics. An introduction to the physical and chemical organization of living organisms; cell structure, function, and metabolism; classical and molecular genetics; gene regulation; genetic engineering; molecular aspects of development; and reproduction. BIOL 1406 and 1408 may not both be counted towards graduation. Prerequisite: One year of high school chemistry or one semester of college chemistry; two years of high school algebra or MATD 0390.

BIOL 1407 Structure and Function of Organisms
General biology course designed for science majors and students with a strong science background who desire an in-depth approach to biological topics. An introduction to the diversity, anatomy, physiology, reproduction, development, behavior, and evolution of living organisms. Includes prokaryotes, protists, fungi, plants, and animals. BIOL 1407 and 1409 may not both be counted toward graduation. Prerequisite: BIOL 1406 with a minimum grade of C.

BIOL 1408 Introductory Biology -- Unity of Life
Introductory biology course designed for non-science majors who desire a conceptual approach to biological topics. An introduction to the nature of science, the characteristics of life, the molecular and cellular basis of life, genetics, reproduction, and development. An emphasis will be placed on how these topics are related to current issues such as genetic engineering, biotechnology, and problems facing modern society. BIOL 1406 and 1408 may not both be counted toward graduation. Unity of Life Honors -- For more information please contact the Honors Department at honors@austincc.edu.

BIOL 1409 Introductory Biology -- Diversity of Life
Introductory biology course designed for non-science majors who desire a conceptual approach to biological topics. An introduction to the diversity of life: viruses, prokaryotes, protists, fungi, plants, and animals. Topics will include structures and functions, evolution, environmental and human interactions, and origin of life. BIOL 1407 and 1409 may not both be counted for graduation.

BIOL 1411 General Botany
A survey of plant science including structure and function of leaves, stems, and roots; plant reproduction; life histories of archegoniate plants including mosses, ferns, and seed plants; plant-environment interactions; and local flora.

BIOL 1413 General Zoology
A survey of the animal kingdom and animal-like protists from an evolutionary perspective. Major lines of evolution will be traced as characteristics of each animal group are compared and contrasted. The taxonomy, diversity, behavior and ecology of all major animal phyla will be studied with an emphasis on the functional anatomy of each group.

BIOL 1414 Introduction to Biotechnology
An introduction to biotechnology including career exploration, history and applications of DNA/RNA technology molecular biology, bioethics, and laboratory safe practices. The course is supplemented with laboratory exercises, demonstrations and field trips that illustrate the basic techniques of biotechnology including laboratory topics and finally the course concludes with a consideration of bioethical issues relating to this powerful new technology. Prerequisite: One year of high school biology and one year of high school chemistry or co-requisite of BIOL 1406.

BIOL 1424 Native Plants
Introduction to the flora of Central Texas. The course involves plant identification, distribution, comparisons, and discussions on the usefulness of native Texas plants. This includes medicinal, edible, and horticultural uses. Coursework involves field trips.

BIOL 2101 Human Anatomy Lab
Laboratory component of Human Anatomy. Emphasis on lab-based study of gross and histological anatomy. Prerequisite: High school biology with proof of competency through ACC department exam. Corequisites: BIOL 2304.

BIOL 2102 Human Physiology Lab
Laboratory component of Human Physiology. Emphasis on lab-based investigations of physiological processes. Prerequisite: High school chemistry with proof of competency through ACC departmental exam and BIOL 2304 and BIOL 2101 with a minimum grade of C (or equivalent with lab). Corequisites: BIOL 2305.

BIOL 2106 Environmental Biology Lab
A companion lab/activity course to BIOL 2206. Investigates topics in environmental biology with demonstrations, lab activities and field trips. Corequisite: BIOL 2206.

BIOL 2116 Genetics Lab
Laboratory study of the principles of molecular and classical genetics, including population genetics and genetic engineering. Designed for transferring Biology majors.

BIOL 2206 Environmental Biology Lecture
An investigation into the biological, social, political, and economic effects of overpopulation, resource depletion and pollution. Course encourages the expression of diverse opinions and critical thinking on key environmental issues.

BIOL 2304 Human Anatomy Lecture
Lecture component of Human Anatomy. A detailed study of the structures of the human body with emphasis on gross and histological study of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Corequisite: BIOL 2101. Prerequisite: High school biology with proof of competency through ACC departmental exam.

BIOL 2305 Human Physiology Lecture
Lecture component of Human Physiology. A detailed study of the physiological processes of the human body. Corequisite: BIOL-2102. Prerequisite: High school chemistry with proof of competency through ACC departmental exam and BIOL 2304 and BIOL 2101 with minimum grade of C (or equivalent with lab).

BIOL 2306 The Living Planet
A survey of the major biomes of the world, environmental interactions of species, populations and community dynamics, and impact of humans on the world around them.

BIOL 2316 Genetics
An introduction to the basic concepts of human heredity and cytogenetics including Mendelian, molecular, and population genetics. Prerequisite: BIOL 1406 with minimum grade of C.

BIOL 2321 Survey of Infectious Diseases
Study of the morphology, physiology and epidemiology of pathogenic microorganisms using on-line directed research and case studies. Topics may include food microbes, public health, and immunology. Only one of the following may be counted towards graduation: BIOL 2321 or BIOL 2421. Prerequisite: BIOL 2420 or BIOL 2421 with minimum grade of C.

BIOL 2404 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Introduction to the structure and function of the human body with an emphasis on anatomy. Designed for students in the ACC health science programs.

BIOL 2406 Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Designed for science majors and students with a strong science background who desire a more in-depth approach to biological topics. An introduction to the structures and functioning of ecological systems, including populations, communities and ecosystems. The impact of humans on the environment will also be discussed. Also includes a discussion of the principles of population genetics, evolution and speciation. Involves field activities and techniques of field work. Only one of the following may be counted towards graduation: BIOL 2206, BIOL 2306, or BIOL 2406.

BIOL 2420 Introduction to Microbiology
An introduction to the microbial world including the basic characteristics of fungi, algae, bacteria, and viruses. Special emphasis is placed on applications to humans. This course will not count as credit toward the Associate of Science degree in Biology. Prerequisite: BIOL 2404 or BIOL 2304/BIOL 2101 with minimum grade of C (or equivalent with lab).

BIOL 2421 Microbiology
Characteristics and life activities of microorganisms and their interactions with their surroundings. Emphasis is placed on relationships that influence man: infection, immunity, parasitism, and control. Includes laboratory techniques. Prerequisite: BIOL 1406 and CHEM 1405 with minimum grade C or equivalent with lab.