Biology
BIOU 103 Introduction to Life Sciences
This course introduces the basic principles of biology in three major components – the structure and function of living organisms, interactions of the organisms with their environment m interactions of the organisms with their environment (ecology), and the ways organisms change over time (genetics and evolution). In the laboratory part of this course the students will learn analytical techniques that will enable them to work in teams to make hypotheses, obtain and analyze data and present their conclusions both in oral and written formats. Lecture, laboratory. Lab fee: $35. 4 credits.
BIOU 105 Environmental Biology
An introduction to basic biology and ecology with emphasis on understanding the interrelationship of environmental degradation and living organisms in light of current social and political thought. Lecture, laboratory. Lab fee: $35. 4 credits.
BIOU 325 Field Biology
Prerequisite: one semester of biology. Structural, physiological, and behavioral characteristics of plants and animals of California, and their ecological relationships. Field trips, lectures, and laboratory. Field trip fee to be determined. 3 credits.
BIOU 329 Experimental Topics in Biology
Prerequisite: one semester of biology. An examination of selected topics in biology relevant to evolving areas of importance to the field. Syllabi must be approved by the Dean and announced to the Curriculum and Academic Committee prior to being offered. May be repeated for credit provided the course content is different. 3 credits.
BIOU 335 Impact on Society: Biotechnology
Prerequisite: one course in biology or instructor's approval. A lecture/discussion course designed to involve students in addressing the numerous issues regarding how the biological revolution of the past three decades has changed many aspects of our lives both as individuals and as a society. Extensive consideration and discussion is given to ethical and social issues related to how this information is used especially relating to medical genetics. 3 credits.