Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024Class Size24 studentsCredits4.5PrerequisiteBIO 0891 - Biology Preparation Minimum Grade: P Outcomes Demonstrate an understanding of hypothesis testing and data analysis. Explain the basics of chemical reactions. Distinguish between lipids, proteins, carbohydrates and nucleic acids Describe basic cell structure and processes. OR BIO 2800 - Human Physiology with Lab Minimum Grade: C Outcomes 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method, experimental design, and the philosophy of science. Apply the scientific method and philosophy of science by designing components of and carrying out physiological experiments. 8. Describe and distinguish various roles of major classes of bio-molecules in living cells. OR BIO 2100 - General Biology I: The Unity of Life Minimum Grade: C Outcomes Analyze and interpret peer-reviewed scientific papers in Biology. Identify and explain the commonalities of life forms in the context of evolution, the unifying theory of biology Illustrate cell structure and function (including membranes) and describe the processes that take place in the cell; describe the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells Explain and the principles of genetics, apply these principles by solving genetics problems, explain gene regulation, and evaluate applications of biotechnology in modern society Design and implement an experiment, collect, analyze (using descriptive and inferential statistics), and interpret data, develop and present conclusions Describe and distinguish roles of major classes of biological molecules; illustrate key structural features Demonstrate knowledge of energy transformations and transfers within cells including respiration, fermentation, and photosynthesis OR CHEM 1000 - Introduction to Chemistry Outcomes Using the periodic table, atomic structure and chemical and physical processes, examine the states of matter, covalent and ionic bonding and intermolecular forces. Safely perform basic laboratory techniques while observing and recording data to formulate and test hypotheses by applying the scientific method. OR CHEM 2000 - General Chemistry I Minimum Grade: C Outcomes Demonstrate an understanding of the relationships between solids, liquids, gases, solutions and their energy using basic chemical and physical processes as well as detailed atomic and bonding theories. Using proper safety guidelines within the laboratory, demonstrate fundamental techniques, operate modern chemical instruments and accurately interpret data to draw reasonable conclusions. OR BIO 1000 - Introduction to Life Sciences Minimum Grade: C Outcomes Describe important concepts in cellular and molecular biology, organisms, evolution, ecology, and genetics. Analyze current scientific issues by applying an understanding of cellular and molecular biology, organisms, evolution, ecology, and genetics. Explain the nature of science and engage in scientific inquiry. OR 1 year high school chemistry OR Passing score on other the AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Biology CLEP, or Chemistry CLEP exams Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B2DescriptionThis course introduces the biology of microorganisms with a focus on those most commonly associated with human health and disease. Topics include microbial morphology, physiology, genetics, metabolism, and ecology, as well as microbe–host interactions, the immune response, and etiological factors in disease. The course also examines antimicrobial resistance, ecosystem services, epidemiology, and the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of infectious diseases. Laboratory instruction emphasizes techniques for the detection, identification, isolation, culture, enumeration, and control of microbes.Usually HeldTue Thu 6:00pm–8:30pm, Tue Thu 5:30pm–8:30pm 