Chandler-Gilbert Community College Course Catalog and Student Handbook for the 2017-2018 year.
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2 8 4 CGCC Catalog & Student Handbook 2019-2020 | Course Descriptions Courses available at CGCC are listed in the Course Descriptions section of this document. General Education Requirements are also listed. For the most current information regarding degree requirements, log on to www.maricopa.edu/academic/ccta. BIO108 / 4 CREDITS / 6 PERIODS Plants and Society A global study of plants in relation to humans; as a source of food, fiber, drugs, and other products; for aesthetic value, survival, and energy. Prerequisites: None. BIO156 / 4 CREDITS / 6 PERIODS Introductory Biology for Allied Health An introductory biology course for allied health majors with an emphasis on humans. Topics include fundamental concepts of cell biology, histology, microbiology, and genetics. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in RDG091 or higher or eligibility for CRE101 as indicated by appropriate reading placement test score. One year of high school or one-semester of college level chemistry is strongly recommended. BIO160 / 4 CREDITS / 6 PERIODS Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology Principles of scientific method. Structural organization, homeostasis and control mechanisms of the body. Specific chemistry concepts. Structure and function of the major systems of the body. Requisites: Prerequisites: None. Course Attributes: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (General) – [SG] BIO181 / 4 CREDITS / 6 PERIODS BIO 1181 General Biology (Majors) I The study and principles of structure and function of organisms at the molecular and cellular levels. A detailed exploration of the chemistry of life, the cell, and genetics. Requisites: Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100 or higher or eligibility for CRE101 as indicated by appropriate reading placement test score. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended. Course Attributes: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) – [SQ] AST294 / 3 CREDIT / 3 PERIODS Special Topics in Astronomy Conceptual, experimental, and computational aspects of a special topic in astronomy. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: AST294 may be repeated for credit. AST294AA / 2 CREDITS / 2 PERIODS Special Topics in Astronomy Conceptual, experimental, and computational aspects of a special topic in astronomy. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: AST294AA may be repeated for credit. AST294AB / 1 CREDIT / 1 PERIOD Special Topics in Astronomy Conceptual, experimental, and computational aspects of a special topic in astronomy. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: AST294AB may be repeated for credit. BIO – Biology BIO100 / 4 CREDITS / 6 PERIODS Biology Concepts Introductory course covering basic principles and concepts of biology. Methods of scientific inquiry and behavior of matter and energy in biological systems are explored. Requisites: Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: Field trips may be required at students` expense. Course Attributes: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) – [SQ] BIO105 / 4 CREDITS / 6 PERIODS Environmental Biology Fundamentals of ecology and their relevance to human impact on natural ecosystems. Field trips may be required at students` expense. Prerequisites: None. Course Attributes: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) – [SQ]