Develops a basic understanding of plant and animal form, function and relationships. Prepares students who have a deficiency in high school biology. May be repeated for credit. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Presents basic principles of human anatomy and physiology. Discusses cells, tissues, and selected human systems. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Explores fundamental characteristics of living matter from the molecular level to the ecological community with emphasis on general biological principles. Introduces the diversity of living organisms, their structure, function and evolution. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. Integrates concepts of chemistry, physics, and pathology. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

Studies the general characteristics of microorganisms. Emphasizes their relationships to individual and community health. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

Applies ecosystem concepts to marine habitats. Includes laboratory and field work. Prerequisite: BIO 101-102 or divisional approval. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

Investigates beach, salt marsh, and estuarine ecosystems, including the effects of chemical, geological, and physical factors upon the distribution of organisms. Discusses the effects of pollution and human manipulation of the coastline. Includes observation and identification of coastal plants and animals, and analysis of the dynamics of coastal community structure and function in a field-based setting. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.