Austin Community College
Summer 2011 - CANCELLED COURSES
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Updated: 11/30/2011 12:37:20
BIOLOGY
The prerequisites for all biology courses are STRICTLY enforced and will be verified by instructors. Students without the prerequisites are subject to withdrawal.
5.5 Week Session May 23 - June 29
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. No exceptions.
G [0/16] 28604 Lec 001 RGC 343 MTWTh 10:00am - 11:50am OH Senter, John
Lab 001 RGC 308 MTWTh 8:00am - 9:50am
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, BIOL-2101-005 students 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. No exceptions.
O+ [0/24] 28605 Lab 002 RGC 310 MWF 12:30pm - 3:00pm OH Mackey, Audrey
BIOL 2304 Human Anatomy Lecture
This is the lecture portion of Human Anatomy. Students MUST enroll in the same section of the lecture and lab portions (BIOL 2101) of this course. For example, BIOL-2304-005 will also need to enroll in BIOL-2101-005. 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. No exceptions.
O+ [0/24] 28607 Lec 002 RGC 334 MTWThF 10:40am - 12:10pm OH Mackey, Audrey
BIOL 2306 The Living Planet
E [0/24] 30040 Lec 003 RRC 3313. MTWTh 11:00am - 12:50pm OH Speer, Bernice
8 Week Session May 23 - July 17
BIOL 1309 Life on Earth
E [0/36] 29660 Lec 009 GTC 210 TTh 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Lewis, Rob
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. No exceptions.
G [0/24] 29140 Lec 011 RRC 3313. TWTh 3:00pm - 4:50pm OH Herrell, Jennifer
Lab 011 RRC 3314. TTh 5:00pm - 7:30pm
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, BIOL-2101-005 students 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. No exceptions.
O+ [0/24] 27598 Lab 013 CYP 2238 MWF 2:00pm - 3:50pm OH Samuel, Thomas
BIOL 2304 Human Anatomy Lecture
This is the lecture portion of Human Anatomy. Students MUST enroll in the same section of the lecture and lab portions (BIOL 2101) of this course. For example, BIOL-2304-005 will also need to enroll in BIOL-2101-005. 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. No exceptions.
O+ [0/24] 27610 Lec 013 CYP 2231 MWF 12:00pm - 1:50pm OH Samuel, Thomas
11 Week Session May 23 - August 8
11 Week Session May 23 - August 8
5.5 Week Session June 30 - August 8
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. No exceptions.
G [0/24] 29185 Lec 010 SAC 1302 MTWThF 8:20am - 9:50am Staff
Lab 010 SAC 1309 MTWThF 10:00am - 11:30am
5.5 Week Session May 23 - June 29
BIOL 2306 The Living Planet
E [0/36] 30228 DIL 006 ONL Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Phelps, Patricia
8 Week Session May 23 - July 17
11 Week Session May 23 - August 8
11 Week Session May 23 - August 8
5.5 Week Session June 30 - August 8
BIOL 1308 Biology Fundamentals
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 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 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 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 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 2420 Microbiology for the Health Sciences
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.