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  • BIOL 101: Biology I

    4.00 Credits
    Butler County Community College

    This course examines life on Earth using the principles of biochemistry, cytology, genetics, and evolution. Emphasis is placed on the processes that determine life. A required laboratory component provides activities and experiments that investigate the concepts from the lecture component. Not to be taken for credit by biology majors. This course meets the General Education competency of Scientific Reasoning (SR). Prerequisite:    Eligibility for enrollment in ENGL 101 based on placement test scores; or Cs or better in ENGL 029 or ENGL 030 and/or ENGL 034 or ENGL 035, as required; or transfer credits meeting or surpassing ENGL 101 prerequisites
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  • BIOL 103: Environmental Biology

    4.00 Credits
    Butler County Community College

    This non-majors course is an introductory-level study of organisms and their environment, utilizing practical examples of local plant and animal species. Ecological principles and their application to contemporary environmental problems will be given consideration in both lecture and field work. The laboratory includes both field and laboratory experience. This course meets the General Education competency of Scientific Reasoning (SR). Prerequisite:    Eligibility for enrollment in ENGL 101 based on placement test scores; or Cs or better in ENGL 029 or ENGL 030 and/or ENGL 034 or ENGL 035, as required; or transfer credits meeting or surpassing ENGL 101 prerequisites
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  • BIOL 116: Human Biology

    4.00 Credits
    Butler County Community College

    Human Biology establishes a foundation of knowledge in biology, anatomy and physiology through the lens of the human body. This course investigates the structure and function of cells, tissues, organs and organ systems and is intended for the medical assistant, medical secretary, therapeutic recreation, or other allied health student. This course meets the General Education competency of Scientific Reasoning (SR).
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  • BIOL 120: Principles of Biology I

    4.00 Credits
    Butler County Community College

    This is the first course in a two-course sequence intended for biology majors or those students who intend upon pursuing a degree in medicine or a medically-related field. The course encompasses the principles of biochemistry, cell metabolism, cell structure, cellular reproduction, Mendelian genetics, and gene function. This course meets the General Education competency of Scientific Reasoning (SR). Prerequisite:    Eligibility for enrollment in ENGL 101 based on placement test scores; or Cs or better in ENGL 029 or ENGL 030 and/or ENGL 034 or ENGL 035, as required; or transfer credits meeting or surpassing ENGL 101 prerequisites Corequisite:    Concurrent registration in CHEM 101 and MATH 101 or equivalent
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  • BIOL 121: Principles of Biology II

    4.00 Credits
    Butler County Community College

    This is the second course of a two course sequence intended for biology majors. It covers the principles of evolution and ecology as they apply to the unity and diversity of life on earth. Content areas will include mechanisms of evolution, an overview of biological diversity, plant and animal form and function and ecology. Prerequisite:    BIOL 120
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  • BIOL 131: Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    4.00 Credits
    Butler County Community College

    This is the first course in a two-course sequence that investigates cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems of the human body. The focus of this course is on the organization of the body and the integumentary, musculoskeletal, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Metabolism and acid-base balance are also discussed. Dissection is required. This course meets the General Education competency of Scientific Reasoning (SR). Prerequisite:    Eligibility for enrollment in ENGL 101 based on placement test scores; or Cs or better in ENGL 029 or ENGL 030 and/or ENGL 034 or ENGL 035, as required; or transfer credits meeting or surpassing ENGL 101 prerequisites
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  • BIOL 132: Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    4.00 Credits
    Butler County Community College

    This is the second course in a two-course sequence that investigates cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems of the mammalian body. The focus of this course is on the nervous, cardiovascular, immune, respiratory, digestive, and urinary systems. Prerequisite:    BIOL 131
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  • BIOL 201: General Microbiology

    4.00 Credits
    Butler County Community College

    This course is a one-semester study of microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, and protozoa. Concepts include taxonomy, morphology, growth and reproduction, and metabolic biochemistry of the bacteria. The structure of viruses, their modes of replication, control, and diseases they cause will be studied, as well as emerging and reemerging infectious diseases and topics in immunology. Laboratory exercises include culturing, isolating, identifying, and classifying of microorganisms with emphasis on development of good aseptic technique. Prerequisite:    BIOL 101 OR BIOL 120; OR both BIOL 131 and BIOL 132
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  • BIOL 205: Botany

    4.00 Credits
    Butler County Community College

    This course is designed for biology majors. Course content includes the morphology, anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of major plant groups. Representatives of the algae, fungi, bryophytes and vascular plants are studied in detail. The importance and use of plants in the fields of medicine, genetic engineering and biotechnology will be introduced. Representative specimens of the local flora will be collected and identified. Prerequisite:    BIOL 120 or permission of instructor
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  • BIOL 207: Ecology

    4.00 Credits
    Butler County Community College

    Topics in this course include physiological, population, community, ecosystem, and behavioral ecology. Evolution and aspects of environmental biology will also be covered. Current models of evolutionary and ecological principles are examined as they pertain to the biological world. The laboratory experience is a combination of lab work and field experiences coupled with literature review. This is a course for biology majors and other interested students who satisfy the prerequisite. Prerequisite:    BIOL 120 or permission of instructor
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