BIOLOGY 113 - The Biology of Women

Institution:

City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College

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Description:

A comprehensive look at the human female throughout her entire life span. Deals with biological sex differentiation, fetal development and reproductive anatomy. Explains events of a woman's reproductive life from menarche to menopause, sexuality, birth control, infertility, and pregnancy. Discusses transmitted diseases, gynecological problems, breast cancer, controversial treatments and health care. Examines sociological and cultural health factors that influence a woman's nutrition, physical activity, use of cosmetics, use and abuse of drugs. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.ccc.edu/colleges/washington/Pages/default.aspx

Phone Number:

(312) 553-5600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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