Chandler-Gilbert Community College Course Catalog and Student Handbook for the 2017-2018 year.
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Course Descriptions Chandler-Gilbert Community College Catalog and Student Handbook 2015-2016 For the most current information regarding course descriptions, log on to www.maricopa.edu/academic/ccta. 448 Specific field problems presented dealing with plant and animal analysis and ecological interrelationships. 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. Prerequisites: None. BIO162 / 2 CREDITS / 3 PERIODS MICROBIOLOGY CONCEPTS FOR ALLIED HEALTH Types of microorganisms. Principles of growth and reproduction for specific types of microorganisms. Chain of disease transmission and defense mechanisms. Use of compound microscope. Safe handling and culturing of specific microbes. Methods of sterilization and use of disinfectants and chemotherapeutic agents. Prerequisites: None. 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. 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 biology and chemistry is strongly recommended. BIO182 / 4 CREDITS / 6 PERIODS BIO 1182 GENERAL BIOLOGY (MAJORS) II The study and principles of structure and function of living things at cellular, organismic, and higher levels of organization. A detailed exploration of the mechanisms of evolution, biological diversity, biology of organisms, and ecology. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO181.