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3.00 Credits
Catalog Description Current topics in planetary exploration, extraterrestrial life, and space resources and colonization. (3 hrs. lect.) Prerequisite: Credit for ASTR 110 or consent of instructor. Student Learning Outcomes Outline the characteristics and origins of objects in our solar system, including the sun, planets, moons, meteoroids, asteroids and comets. Compare and contrast terrestrial and jovian worlds and apply geological and atmospherical concepts to comparative planetology. Explain the effects and implications of collisional impacts on planetary surfaces. Apply the laws of planetary motion and celestial mechanics. Outline the historical development of manned and unmanned space flight. Identify and describe the appropriate instruments, detectors and space probes used by astronomers and space scientists to explore the solar system, especially in the area of remote sensing. Discuss the future of space colonization and exploitation. Discuss the nature and origin of life on earth and apply the astro-nomical concepts related to the search for extraterrestrial life. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DP Resources Space Exploration Current Syllabus none currently available Past Syllabi None
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Catalog Description This course covers current topics in astronomy. The course is designed to have variable credit to coincide with the rigor of the topic. A student may enroll and receive credit for this course more than one time (for different topics). A course description will be presented in the schedule of classes. (1-4 lect. hrs.) Prerequisite: Credit for ASTR 110 or consent of instructor. Student Learning Outcomes Identify the important concepts and facts presented for the topic under examination. Make inferences and draw conclusions from the special topics under discussion. Apply skills appropriate to the topic under discussion. Evaluate the science and technology of astronomy and space science. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DP Resources Astronomy Current Syllabus none currently available Past Syllabi None
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3.00 Credits
Catalog Description Introduction to structure and functions of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. Topics related to physical fitness, nutrition, health, and disease. Not intended for science majors. Students who have received credit for or are currently enrolled in ZOOL 101 may not receive credit for BIOL 100. (3 hrs. lect.) Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in ENG 21, or placement in ENG 100, or consent of instructor. Student Learning Outcomes Be able to use the scientific method to answer scientific questions. Discuss the major chemical elements found in the human body and describe the different ways in which these elements combine to form molecules and compounds. Understand the functions of cellular organelles, and be able to trace the path of protein manufacture in the cell. Compare and contrast the physical, chemical, and biological factors governing the transport of materials across the cell membrane. Discuss the link between cells and tissues and describe how tissue structure determines its suitability for secretion, absorption, support, or protection. Describe the anatomy and function of the major organ systems of the human body. Discuss how negative feedback maintains homeostasis in each of the above body systems. Also, be able to explain how disease and disorders disrupt the homeostasis of each of the above body systems. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC: DB Resources Anatomy and Physiology Current Syllabus Spring, 2009 (60318) - taught by Kenneth Longenecker Past Syllabi Fall 2006 - taught by Ross Langston
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4.00 Credits
Catalog Description Historical development of scientific concepts, characteristics, and interaction of science and society from the perspective of biological sciences. (3 hrs. lect.; 3 hrs. lab.) Prerequisite: Credit for MATH 25 or equivalent preparation. Student Learning Outcomes Distinguish science as a way of knowing from other epistemological systems. Discuss the historical development of the discipline of biology into what it is today, relating the contributions made by significant individuals and concepts of the past to modern biology. Explain the major integrating principles of biology. Explain the origin and organization of the diversity of life on Earth. Describe how living systems function, relating structure to function, at all levels within the hierarchy of life from molecules to the biosphere. Solve problems in inheritance and genetics. Present informed, rational and objective opinions on biologically-related issues important to human society. Use the scientific method of inquiry to investigate biological phenomena. Apply the concepts learned to an experimental and hands-on observational setting. Collect, reduce, and interpret biological data. Prepare written objective reports describing and interpreting experimental and observational results. Demonstrate the use of some of the standard tools and methods of the biological scientist, such as microscopes, scales, spectrophotometers, computers, dissection dichotomous keys, and other analytical tools. Identify the major systematic groups to which specimens of living things belong. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DB & DY Academic Subject Certificate in Bio-Resources and Technology Resources Biology Current Syllabus none currently available Past Syllabi None
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3.00 Credits
Catalog Description A study of human ecology through the analysis of the interrelationships beween science and technology, the means these provide for manipulation of environment and the effects of this manipulation on the environment and on human populations. Lecture/field trip course designed for non-science majors. (3 hrs. lect.) Student Learning Outcomes Explain the process and philosophical basis of scientific inquiry. Describe the basic principles of ecology, including population ecology, community ecology, and ecosystem function. Describe the characteristics of the major biomes and ecosystems of the Earth. Describe the interrelationships between land, sea, the atmosphere and the living things that occupy these environments. Discuss the role that humans play in affecting the characteristics of the environment. Evaluate current environmental issues and problems including the solutions and management practices that have been used or offered to address these issues and problems. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DB Resources Ecology Environment Current Syllabus Spring, 2009 (60299) - taught by Dave Ringuette Past Syllabi None
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1.00 Credits
Catalog Description Companion laboratory class to BIOL 124, Environment and Ecology. This class, providing hands-on experience in the laboratory and in the field, enhances the student's understanding of basic environmental science and ecological concepts presented in BIOL 124. (3 hrs. lab.) Prerequisite: Credit for or registration in BIOL 124 or consent of instructor. Student Learning Outcomes Use the scientific method of inquiry to investigate environmental phenomena. Apply the concepts learned in BIOL 124 to an experimental and hands-on observational setting. Collect, reduce, and interpret biological data. Prepare written objective reports describing and interpreting experimental and observational results. Demonstrate the use of some of the standard tools of the environmental scientist, such as microscopes, scales, spectrophotometers, various environmental meters, and basic statistical procedures. Apply the standard analytical procedures needed to study the environment, such as soil analyses, water quality determinations, stream bioassessments, and quantitative resource inventories. Conduct experiments that evaluate how environmental factors affect living organisms. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DY Academic Subject Certificate in Bio-Resources and Technology Resources Ecology Environment Current Syllabus none currently available Past Syllabi None
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3.00 Credits
Catalog Description Introductory biology for all life science majors. Cell structure and chemistry, growth, reproduction, genetics, evolution, viruses, bacteria, and simple eukaryotes. (3 hrs. lect.) Recommended Preparation: High school chemistry or college chemistry and concurrent enrollment in BIOL 171L. Student Learning Outcomes Explain the process and philosophical basis of scientific inquiry; Distinguish between living things and inanimate objects. Describe the classification of living things, the kinds of criteria used to classify them, and the formal protocol in naming them. Describe the chemical architecture of living things and the functions of the major groups of biological molecules. Describe the parts, their structure and functions, of cells, diversity of cell types, cell metabolism, cell communication, and cell division processes (mitosis and meiosis). Solve problems in Mendelian genetics. Describe the processes whereby genes are expressed as the characteristics of the whole organism. Describe evolution as the unifying principle of biological science; and present the evidence supporting evolution and natural selection. Discuss current hypotheses/theories regarding the evolutionary process and the origins of life, eukaryotic cells, sexuality, and multicellularity. Describe the characteristics, systematics, and biology of viruses, prokaryotes, protists, and fungi. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DB Academic Subject Certificate in Plant Biotechnology Resources Biology Current Syllabus see Dave Krupp's website for his most recent syllabus Past Syllabi None
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1.00 Credits
Catalog Description Laboratory to accompany BIOL 171. (3 hrs. lab.) Prerequisite: Prior or concurrent registration in BIOL 171. Recommended Preparation: High school chemistry or college chemistry. Student Learning Outcomes Use the scientific method of inquiry to investigate biological phenomena. Apply the concepts learned in BIOL 171 to an experimental and hands-on observational setting. Collect, reduce, and interpret biological data. Prepare written objective reports describing and interpreting experimental and observational results. Demonstrate the use of some of the standard tools of the biological scientist, such as microscopes, scales, spectrophotometers, computers, and other analytical tools. Apply the standard analytical procedures of biology, such as chromatography, biochemical analyses, preparation of materials for microscopic examination, culture techniques, and statistical procedures (descriptive statistics and hypothesis testing). Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DY Academic Subject Certificate in Plant Biotechnology Resources Biology Current Syllabus see Dave Krupp's website for his most recent syllabus Past Syllabi None
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3.00 Credits
Catalog Description Continuation of BIOL171. Anatomy, physiology, and systematics of plants and animals, behavior, ecosystems, populations, and communities. (3 hrs. lect.) Prerequisite: Credit for BIOL 171 and BIOL 171L. Corequisite: BIOL 172L. Recommended Preparation: High school biology and college level reading and writing skills. Student Learning Outcomes Distinguish between the major groups of higher plants by recognizing the anatomical, morphological, developmental features, and life cycles defining these groups. Distinguish between the major groups of animals by recognizing the anatomical, morphological, and developmental features defining these groups. Describe the biology of higher plants, including the following concepts: basic plant characteristics, plant adaptations to terrestrial versus aquatic life styles, and vascular plant reproduction, growth, anatomy, nutrition, transport mechanisms, and hormonal integration. Describe the biology of animals, including the following concepts: adaptations to terrestrial versus aquatic life styles, embryology, behavior, and the anatomy and physiology of animal organ systems (i.e., digestion, respiration, circulation, osmoregulation, thermoregulation, immunity, reproduction, nervous, and endocrine system). Describe the basic principles of ecology, including population ecology, community ecology, and ecosystem function. Describe the characteristics of the major biomes and ecosystems of the Earth. Describe the interrelationships between land, sea, the atmosphere and the living things that occupy these environments. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DB Resources Biology Current Syllabus Spring, 2009 (60311) - taught by David Krupp Past Syllabi None
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1.00 Credits
Catalog Description Laboratory to accompany BIOL 172. (3 hrs. lab.) Co-requisite: BIOL 172. Recommended Preparation: High school biology and college level reading and writing skills. Student Learning Outcomes Use the scientific method of inquiry to investigate biological phenomena. Apply the concepts learned in BIOL 172 to an experimental and hands-on observational setting. Collect, reduce, and interpret biological data. Prepare written objective reports describing and interpreting experimental and observational results. Apply standard analytical procedures for the comparative study of plants and animals, such as the handling of living and preserved materials for study, dissection procedures, preparation of materials for microscopic examination, and use of dichotomous keys. Identify the diagnostic anatomical features of organisms representing major groups of plants and animals. Identify the major systematic groups to which specimens of plants and animals belong. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DY Resources Biology Current Syllabus Spring, 2009 (60050) - taught by David Krupp Past Syllabi None
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