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  • BIOL 206: Ecology

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Familiarizes science majors with the concepts and applications of modern ecology. This course emphasizes ecological principles and case studies (including the natural history of aquatic and terrestrial life), individual ecology, and the distribution and abundance of organisms, population dynamics, and life- history strategies. Other additional topics covered include: competition, herbivory, predation and symbiotic relationships; disturbance and succession; community structure and function; ecosystem energetics and biogeochemical cycling. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: BIOL 101 or 103 or 108 or 130 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    BIOL 101 or BIOL 103 or BIOL 108 or BIOL 130
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  • BIOL 210: The Ecology of Barrier Islands

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Provides a comprehensive study of Barrier Island ecosystems. This course includes field studies and lectures that cover the topics of geography, geology, topography, stratography, climate, oceanography, marine biology, tidal zone dynamics, ecology, and the interaction of man with this ecosystem. Field study activities include several hikes, a kayaking tour, and a workboat tour. In addition, students are able to explore the different habitats created in the near-shore, tidal, dune, salt marsh, freshwater marsh, and forest communities. A course fee is required.
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  • BIOL 210: The Ecology of Barrier Islands

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Provides a comprehensive study of Barrier Island ecosystems. This course includes field studies and lectures that cover the topics of geography, geology, topography, stratography, climate, oceanography, marine biology, tidal zone dynamics, ecology, and the interaction of man with this ecosystem. Field study activities include several hikes, a kayaking tour, and a workboat tour. In addition, students are able to explore the different habitats created in the near-shore, tidal, dune, salt marsh, freshwater marsh, and forest communities. A course fee is required.
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  • BIOL 212: Botany

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Introduces students to the basic concepts of plant biology and a survey of major groups of plants and plant-like organisms. This course expands on many of the biological concepts introduced in BIOL 101 - General Biology I, as it includes plant physiology, comparative anatomy, and plant classification. Plant reproduction and other major botanical concepts are emphasized through the study of local flora, laboratory exercises, and lectures. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: BIOL 101 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    BIOL 101 Corequisite:    BIOL 101
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  • BIOL 215: Introduction to Genetics

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Provides a foundation in classical and molecular genetics. This course allows students to gain an understanding of genetic material and explore topics within the field genetics including non-Mendelian inheritance, linkage, gene interactions and regulation, molecular genetics, and mutations. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: BIOL 101 and 102 with grades of C or higher, or the equivalent. Prerequisite:    BIOL 101 & BIOL 102
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  • BIOL 221: Microbiology

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Provides students with a comprehensive study of the structure and function of microorganisms. This course presents the control of microorganisms, immunity, and microbes in the news, as well as discusses selected infectious diseases. Procedures and techniques used in the study of microorganisms are emphasized through the laboratory activities. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: High school biology and chemistry, or HACC equivalents. (SCI/LAB) Prerequisite:    BIOL 101 or BIOL 111 or BIOL 115 or BIOL 121 or CHEM 100 or CHEM 101 or CHEM 102 or CHEM 113 or CHEM 203 or CHEM 204 or CHEM 205
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  • BIOL 230: Physiological Pathology

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    The scientific study of the alterations produced by disease in human systems. Prerequisite: BIOL 122. Prerequisite:    BIOL 122
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  • BIOL 250: Tropical Ecology of the Bahamas

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Introduces students to the study and general principles of ecology - specifically those pertaining to the tropical ecology of island ecosystems - using the scientific method. Course topics emphasize terrestrial and marine ecology of island ecosystems, biodiversity, food webs, natural history, conservation biology, ecotourism, and field research techniques. Students travel to the Bahamas and participate in hands-on field study. Their studies are supplemented through online coursework designed to educate them further on both ecological theory and the island ecosystems visited. This course is designed for Biology majors, but is open to all students of all majors. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade of C or higher; or permission of the Instructor. Prerequisite:    ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H or ENGL 102 or ENGL 104 or ENGL 106
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  • BIOL 250: Tropical Ecology of the Bahamas

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Introduces students to the study and general principles of ecology - specifically those pertaining to the tropical ecology of island ecosystems - using the scientific method. Course topics emphasize terrestrial and marine ecology of island ecosystems, biodiversity, food webs, natural history, conservation biology, ecotourism, and field research techniques. Students travel to the Bahamas and participate in hands-on field study. Their studies are supplemented through online coursework designed to educate them further on both ecological theory and the island ecosystems visited. This course is designed for Biology majors, but is open to all students of all majors. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade of C or higher; or permission of the Instructor. Prerequisite:    ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H or ENGL 102 or ENGL 104 or ENGL 106
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  • BIOL 294A: Independent Study - Topics in Biology (Lab)

    2.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Designed for independent study delivery and allows students the opportunity to engage in a more in-depth exploration of topics within the discipline of biology that are not currently part of the College's traditional curriculum. A course fee is required.
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