College of Marin
Spring 2008 Schedule of Classes
BIOLOGY
Directed study courses are offered at the KTD campus.
BIOL 99 3.0 units
General Science
Many students feel unprepared to take college level science courses. This
is an introductory course designed for students who have not taken or were
previously unsuccessful in other science courses, and for students who
have been away from school for an extended period of time. The class
covers basic scientific principles and concepts of the physical and life
sciences and prepares students to move into other science classes with the
information, understanding, and skills required to succeed. Introductory
topics in biology, chemistry, geography, geology, meteorology, and physics
are discussed. This course also provides an excellent overview of the most
important topics in science today for anyone interested in learning more
about the natural world.
1646 2/20-5/21 Bero D
W 6:10-9pm, KTD/SC166
and 1hr/wk TBA
Note: Instructor changed from Boyce S, Bero D
to Bero D
Late start. Meets 13 weeks.
May also be taken as GEOL 99. Students receive credit for only one
course.
BIOL 100 3.0 units
Nutrition
An in-depth study of the basic principles of nutrition in health and
disease. Topics include nutrients, vitamins, digestion, metabolism, food
safety, diets, eating disorders, and changing nutritional needs throughout
life. This is a general education course recommended for anyone
curious or concerned about nutrition. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1647 Agudelo-Silva F
G TTh 9:40-11am, KTD/SC104
Note: Room changed from SC101 to SC104
1648 Richards S
T 6:10-9pm, KTD/SC133
BIOL 107 3.0 units
Human Biology
This course is designed to provide nonbiology major students with an
introduction to the structure, function and development of the human body.
The course will give students the foundational concepts to explore
personal and societal issues involving human biology as well as cover
anatomy and physiology concepts useful in preparing for careers in
wellness-related fields such as personal training, group fitness
instruction, and massage therapy.
1649 Rodriguez E
L MW 1:10-2:30pm, KTD/SC125
Note: Instructor changed from Staff to Rodriguez E
May be taken for credit as BIOL 107 or PE 107. Students receive
credit for only one course.
BIOL 108A 3.0 units
Human Sexuality
This course will cover topics in human sexuality such as sexual functions,
behavioral attitudes, development, health problems, and contemporary
sexual issues from psychological, social, cultural, and biological
perspectives. Fulfills continuing education requirements for nurses.
Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1650 Gamal A
W 6:10-9pm, KTD/SC177
Maximum credit allowed for Biology 108A and Behavioral
Science 103 is one course.
BIOL 110 3.0 units
Intro to Biology
Prerequisite: TAKE W/110L ADVISED
An introduction to the science of biology for nonmajors as well as a
prerequisite course for major's courses in biology. Subjects include
ecology, human ecology, evolution, molecular, cell biology, genetics, life
kingdoms review, and human physiology. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1651 Agudelo-Silva F
J MW 9:40-11am, KTD/SC101
1652 Mueller J
G TTh 9:40-11am, KTD/SC101
Note: Room changed from SC104 to SC101
1653 Mueller J
C MW 12:40-2pm, KTD/SC133
1654 Bruce D
W 6:10-9pm, KTD/OH96
BIOL 110L 1.0 unit
Intro to Biology Lab
Prerequisite: BIOL 110/CNCUR ENROL
An introduction to biology experimentation for nonmajors. Experiments and
field studies are selected from ecology, molecular, cell biology,
genetics, plant anatomy and identification, and human physiology topics.
Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1655 Smith V
B M 11:10-2pm, KTD/SC184
1656 Egert D
N T 11:10-2pm, KTD/SC184
1657 Egert D
L Th 11:10-2pm, KTD/SC184
1658 Bruce D
R W 11:10-2pm, KTD/SC184
1659 Mueller J
A M 2:10-5pm, KTD/SC184
Note: Instructor changed from Hartman F to Mueller J
1660 Boyce S
E W 2:10-5pm, KTD/SC184
1661 Boyce S
H Th 2:10-5pm, KTD/SC184
1662 Cunningham J
T 6:10-9pm, KTD/SC184
1663 Cunningham J
Th 6:10-9pm, KTD/SC184
BIOL 115 5.0 units
Principles of Biology
Prerequisite: BIO110,110L,CHEM 131
This is an introductory course for biology majors covering the
fundamentals of molecular and cell biology, genetics, DNA technology,
evolution, and ecology. It is a lecture/laboratory-based course in which
students incorporate lecture concepts into laboratory experiments, which
they design, carry out, analyze, and report. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
Note: BIOL 115 is NOT a prerequisite for BIOL 116. Since BIOL 115 has a
CHEM 131 prerequisite and BIOL 116 does not, students may wish to register
for BIOL 116 and CHEM 131 during the same semester.
1664 Williams J
TTh 5:10-6:30pm/6:40-9:30pm, KTD/SC191
Includes two 8-hour field trips.
BIOL 116 5.0 units
Animal and Plant Diversity
Prerequisite: BIOL 110, 110L
A course for biology majors to study the evolution of organisms from
Monera to higher plants and animals. Emphasis will be placed on taxonomy,
comparative morphology, and ecology of plants and animals. Transfer
Credit: CSU/UC
Note: BIOL 115 is NOT a prerequisite for BIOL 116. Since BIOL 115 has a
CHEM 131 prerequisite and BIOL 116 does not, students may wish to register
for BIOL 116 and CHEM 131 during the same semester.
1665 Agudelo-Silva F, Brown B
A TTh 12:40-5pm, KTD/SC190
BIOL 120 5.0 units
Human Anatomy
Prerequisite: PLEASE SEE CATALOG
Study of gross and microscopic structure of the tissues, organs and organ
systems of the human body, including major functions. The class will make
use of models, slides, prosections and dissection (including human
cadavers). Includes introduction to related fields such as histology and
embryology. Appropriate for students going into allied health fields,
kinesiology, anthropology, and art. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1666 Chinn J
D TTh 8:40-1pm, KTD/SC176
1667 Gamal A
C MW 12:40-2pm/2:10-5pm, KTD/SC176
1668 Messana B
MW 5:40-10pm, KTD/SC176
1669 Brown B
TTh 5:40-7pm/7:10-10pm, KTD/SC176
1670 Mahmoud E
F 5:40-10pm, KTD/SC176
and Sat 9:40-2pm, KTD/SC176
BIOL 138 4.0 units
Intro to Environmental Science
This is a science-based course and takes an interdisciplinary
approach to understanding the environmental crisis that confronts us all.
Our studies combine ideas and information from natural sciences (such as
biology, chemistry and geology) and social sciences (such as economics,
politics, and ethics) to present a general idea of how nature works and
how humans and ecosystems are interconnected. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1671 Smith V
E MW 2:10-5pm, KTD/SC102
May also be taken as GEOL 138. Students receive credit for only one
course.
BIOL 145 3.0 units
Ethics in Science
No development or application of basic science has just one effect, and
many discoveries have lead to several profound and controversial issues
facing our society today. This course enables students to explore and
understand some of the problems surrounding current and future
technologies. Topics such as recombinant DNA technologies, the human
genome project, reproductive technologies, energy and land use, and toxic
waste are explored through an interdisciplinary approach from both
scientific and philosophical perspectives. This course is appropriate for
both science majors and nonmajors. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1672 CANCELLED O1/25/08 Hartman F
W 6:10-9pm, KTD/SC130
May also be taken as GEOL 145. Students receive credit for only one
course.
BIOL 162 3.0 units
General Ecology
Prerequisite: BIOL 110 ADVISED
Introduction to the study of the interrelationships between living
organisms and their environment. Emphasis is on global, regional, and
local environmental issues. Local biotic communities will be studied on
field trips. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1673 Mueller J
M 6:10-9pm, KTD/SC190
Note: Instructor changed from Mueller J, Smith V
to Mueller J
Plus 3, six-hour field trips and a sixteen-hour (Sat/Sun) field trip
to be arranged to Sierra Nevada.
BIOL 171 3.0 units
Biology of Marine Mammals
Taking an integrated approach to the biology of whales, seals, sea otters
and sirenians we use lecture, laboratory, and field explorations to
provide us with a framework for fundamental biological and ecological
concepts. Physiological adaptations that have enabled marine mammals to
exploit their aquatic environment such as diving, thermoregulation,
osmoregulation, and orientation will be explored. Field trips will
concentrate on identification and life histories of local marine mammals
including a day-long boat trip on Monterey Bay. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1674 Mueller J, Brown B
W 6:10-9pm, KTD/SC190
and 2hrs/wk TBA
BIOL 224 5.0 units
Human Physiology
Prerequisite: BIOL110,110L,CHEM110
Emphasis is on physicochemical processes and homeostatic mechanisms in the
human body. Laboratory and technical writing skills are introduced.
Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1675 Brown B
F MW 8:10-9:30am, KTD/SC101
and MW 9:40-12:30pm, KTD/SC185
1676 Egert D
M MW 10:40-12noon, KTD/TB101
and MW 12:40-3:30pm, KTD/SC185
1677 Waldman L
MW 5:40-7pm, KTD/SC185
and MW 7:10-10pm, KTD/SC185
BIOL 235 4.0 units
General Marine Biology
Prerequisite: BIOL 110
This laboratory and field course is designed to give biology majors as
well as nonmajors an overview of marine plant and animal communities.
Topics investigated include fundamental physical oceanography, marine
ecology, marine zoology, marine botany, and field studies. Emphasis is on
local marine communities and the identification and natural history of
marine invertebrates. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1678 CANCELLED O1/25/08 Mueller J
TTh 6:10-8pm, KTD/SC190
Plus 32 hours in weekend field trips.
BIOL 240 5.0 units
Microbiology
Prerequisite: BIOL 110,110L; CHEM
Microorganisms are key to life on the entire planet; a few cause
devastating illnesses in both plants and animals. This is a
lecture/laboratory-based course designed for biology and health science
majors. This course covers the fundamentals of microbial taxonomy,
ecology, anatomy, physiology, genetics, and biotechnology. Emphasis is on
the role that microorganisms play in human health and disease. Transfer
Credit: CSU/UC
1679 Deneris J
N TTh 11:10-2pm, KTD/SC185
and TTh 2:40-4pm, KTD/SC102
1680 Deneris J
TTh 5:10-6:30pm, KTD/SC125
and TTh 6:40-9:30pm, KTD/SC185
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