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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), BINFO 1011 Introduction to Bioinformatics, MATH 2013 Introduction to Statistics 3 CREDITS Students are introduced to internet databases and methods in bioinformatics. They will learn to use genomic and protein databases, and appropriate software tools to align and compare sequences and to model protein structures. Students focus on the practical use of bioinformatics tools and databases to explore genomes and proteomes in applied problem spaces.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), BINFO 2013 Bioinformatics and Databases 3 CREDITS Students are introduced to the PERL programming language. They use PERL along with web server concepts to create web sites with database interactivity.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), BINFO 2013 Bioinformatics and Databases, BINFO 2113 Bioinformatics Programming in PERL 3 CREDITS Students gain practical experience in the field of bioinformatics through an internship at an affiliated business or university research center, or a capstone experience at OCCC. Students will use all techniques learned in BINFO 1011, 2013, and 2113 in a work setting.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: (R), Enrollment in BIO 0123 is based upon the student's performance on the appropriate placement test 3 CREDITS This course is designed to satisfy the College entrance requirement for those students who did not take a life science course in high school. The course will help the student develop an understanding of basic biological concepts from the cell to the Scientific Method. Laboratory work is an integral part of the course. This course is also designed to prepare the student for a college level biology course.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Any BIO non-laboratory course except BIO 1023, and BIO 1203 1 CREDIT This course is designed for students needing laboratory experience to complete their General Education biology requirements. It is not open to science majors or those who have completed a laboratory based biology course. Students will complete the same lab exercises that are in the General Biology course, BIO 1114.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M) 3 CREDITS Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to discuss the composition of nutrients and accessory factors required for human nutrition, relate their roles in human health and disease, and describe the application of basic nutritional principles to the planning of normal and special dietary regimens. NOTE: If the student intends or attempts to transfer these credits to another institution, then the student is responsible for contacting the transfer institution and verifying that the institution will accept this course prior to enrolling in BIO 1023. GenEd Requirement. (P) BIO 1113 GENERAL BIOLOGY Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M) 3 CREDITS Through the investigation of the chemical basis of life, the examination of basic structural characteristics of cells, tissues, organs, systems and the study of living organisms, the student will be able to recognize, discuss and correctly apply fundamental biological principles influencing his or her personal relationship with other living things. Laboratory work is an integral and required part of the course. GenEd Requirement (P) BIO 1114 GENERAL BIOLOGY Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M) 4 CREDITS Through the investigation of the chemical basis of life, the examination of basic structural characteristics of cells, tissues, organs, systems and the study of living organisms, the student will be able to recognize, discuss and correctly apply fundamental biological principles influencing his or her personal relationship with other living things. GenEd Requirement
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M) 4 CREDITS This course includes a one hour lab and field experience. Students will demonstrate knowledge of biological systematics, paleontology, evolution, vertebrate anatomy, ecology, and several topics within geology. Students will apply these concepts to the origin and evolution of the major groups of living things on Earth. GenEd Requirement (P) BIO 1224 TECHNICAL HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY Prerequisite: (R) (W) 4 CREDITS Using a variety of instructional methodologies such lecture, laboratory, and multimedia, the student will conduct a systematic study of the structure and function of the cells, tissues and organ-systems identifying the basic anatomical structures and physiological processes that occur in the human body. (P) BIO 1314 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), An adequate biology placement test score or BIO 0123 or a college-level biological science class 4 CREDITS Through a systematic study of the structure and function of the human body, its cells, tissues, organs and systems, the student will identify and describe basic anatomical structures and fundamental physiological processes that occur in health and disease for the major body systems. Laboratory work which may require dissection is an integral and required part of the course. (P) BIO 1414 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), BIO 1314 4 CREDITS With Human Anatomy & Physiology I as a foundation, the student will advance his or her study of the structure and function of the human body and will identify and describe more detailed anatomical structures and more comprehensive physiological processes that occur in health through a systematic survey of the major body systems. Laboratory work which may require dissection is an integral and required part of the course. (P) BIO 1514 MICROBIOLOGY OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), BIO 1314 4 CREDITS This course is designed as an overview of microbiology as related to the health care profession. Primary concentration will be on the pathogenic microorganisms, including bacteria, virus, rickettsiae, fungi and protozoa. Emphasis will be placed on diseases caused by microorganisms, host/parasite relationships, aseptic technique, and control of nosocomial infections. Laboratory work is an integral component of this course.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M) VARIABLE 1-4 CREDITS The student will demonstrate specified competencies in subject areas not covered in other biological science courses, but which are beneficial in providing a better understanding of the field. A specific topic is announced for each time of offering. Enrollment may be repeated with a change of topic.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), PTA and OTA students only 2 CREDITS This course is designed to strengthen the student's knowledge of human anatomy in the areas of bones, muscles, and nerves as related to the areas of occupational and physical therapy. Models and prosected cadavers will be utilized to enrich the student's understanding of these systems. (P) BIO 2114 GENERAL BOTANY Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M) 4 CREDITS Through a systematic survey of major plant groups, the student will demonstrate his or her ability to apply principles of plant structure and function, genetics, classification and life cycles to explain evolutionary relationships of plants to each other and their economic importance to man. Laboratory work which may require dissection is an integral and required part of the course. GenEd Requirement (P) BIO 2125 MICROBIOLOGY Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), Four credits of college biological science and any college-level chemistry course 5 CREDITS The student will be introduced to the biological requirements and activities of microorganisms which influence their roles as integral components of the ecosystem. The student will demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of pathology, epidemiology and immunology in addition to performing basic laboratory techniques for isolating, characterizing and identifying common microorganisms. GenEd Requirement
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), Four credit hours of General Biology or higher biology course, and any college level chemistry course. 3 CREDITS Students will be introduced to the basic features of cells and methods of studying them. Emphases are on cellular chemistry, structure, functions of organelles and processes. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the mechanisms of cellular processes, energetics, reproduction and differentiation. (P) BIO 2215 GENERAL ZOOLOGY Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), BIO 1113, BIO 1114 or CHEM 1115 with a "C" or better, an OCCC Biology Placement Test Score of 70% or better, high school AP Biology exam score of 3 or better, an ACT science score of 22 or better. 5 CREDITS General Zoology provides a systematic investigation of the major protistan and animal groups. Students will be able to discuss and correctly apply evolutionary, taxonomic, anatomical, physiological, behavioral, and ecological characteristics which exist within each of these groups. Laboratory work which requires dissection is an integral and required part of this course. GedEd Requirement (P) BIO 2224 INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), BIO 2215 or Equivalent 4 CREDITS The student will demonstrate knowledge of invertebrate animals with relationship to their taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, life history, ecology and evolution. Laboratory work which may require dissection is an integral and required part of the course. (P) BIO 2234 HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), One biology and one chemistry course each with a laboratory included 4 CREDITS The student will discuss major systems of the human body, contrast functional and regulatory activities of each and identify factors influencing homeostasis. Through the use of models, the student will recognize the relative influences and interrelationships between circulation, digestion, metabolism, respiration, kidney function, muscle action, endocrine and nervous control, and reproduction of other systems and the organism as a whole. Laboratory work which may require dissection is an integral and required part of the course. (P) BIO 2255 HUMAN ANATOMY Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M), BIO 2215 with a C or better, sophomore standing, and permission of Instructor 5 CREDITS The course involves the study of the development and gross morphology of the human body and its systems. This course may not be applied for Biology major credit. Open only to majors in physical education, science education, physical therapy, nursing, occupational therapy, physician's associate, dental hygiene, pharmacy, and selected fields. Laboratory dissection of human cadavers is required. (P) BIO 2324 COMPARATIVE VERTEBRATE ANATOMY Prerequisite: (R), BIO 2215 or Equivalent 4 CREDITS Through an investigation of early development, phylogeny and anatomical characteristics of various vertebrate species, the student will identify and contrast vertebrate morphology and discuss its evolutionary significance. Laboratory work which may require dissection is an integral and required part of the course.
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