Recent Semesters2027SP, 2026SP, 2026FAClass SizeNot publishedCredits4PrerequisiteBIOSC106 - Experimental Analysis in Biology AND Prerequisite BIOSC110 - Introduction to Biological Science OR Prerequisite CHEM119 - Introductory Chemistry OR Prerequisite BIOSC172 - Introduction to Biotechnology AND Prerequisite BIOSC172L - Introduction to Biotechnology Lab Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2 · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionThis course is about the function of the human body. It covers all major body systems and the two main integrative systems, the nervous and endocrine systems in detail. Course material progresses from a cellular and molecular level to an organism level. Regulation and integration of functions is emphasized. This is because several mechanisms within the body work in similar fashions and understanding them on a molecular level enables students to comprehend how several functions in different systems occur in the body. For example, study of binding characteristics and receptors can be applied to gated membrane transport channels, receptors for hormones, muscle contraction, action of calcium within cells, activation of second messenger systems, and many others. Integration and interrelation of functions and some pathologies are also covered. Minimal anatomy is covered, mainly as it is needed to understand the function of the heart, the lungs and pleural membranes and the digestive system. Several clinical correlations are also given throughout the course. Hands-on labs help cement student learning of lecture concepts, as well as reinforcing scientific methodologies and reporting practices.Usually HeldMon 9:25am–12:35pm, Thu 12:45pm–3:55pm, Thu 6:20pm–9:30pm, Thu 9:25am–12:35pm 