BIO 116 - Biology: A Human Perspective

    Recent Professors
    Derek Madden, Robin Douglas, Sarah Solsburg, Jennifer Richmond, Georget Oraha, Jennifer McDonald, David Martin
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, 2027MSP
    Class Size
    24 students
    Difficulty
    6.3Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    4
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    An introduction to the principles of biology with an emphasis on humans. Topics covered include scientific method, cell structure and function, biochemistry, metabolism, heredity, biotechnology, evolution, anatomy and physiology of the human body, development of aging, disease, and ecology. BIO 116 is recommended for allied health students.
    Usually Held
    Mon 11:55am–3:00pm, Mon 5:00pm–8:05pm, Mon Wed 1:30pm–2:55pm, Thu 5:00pm–8:05pm