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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 251
BIO 168 Anatomy and Physiology I (3-3-4)
Prerequisite: College-ready English Placement
This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the
human body. Topics include body organization, homeostasis, cytology, histology, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and special senses. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective requirement.
BIO 169 Anatomy and Physiology II (3-3-4)
Prerequisite: BIO 168
This course provides a continuation of the comprehensive study of the anatomy and
physiology of the human body. Topics include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems as well as metabolism, nutrition, acid-base balance, and uid and electrolyte balance. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective requirement.
BIO 175 General Microbiology (2-2-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 110, BIO, 111, BIO 163, or BIO 168
This course covers principles of microbiology with emphasis on microorganisms and
human disease. Topics include an overview of microbiology and aspects of medical mi- crobiology, identi cation and control of pathogens, disease transmission, host resistance, and immunity. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of microorganisms and the disease process as well as aseptic and sterile techniques. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective requirement.
BLUEPRINT READING
BPR 130 Blueprint Reading/Construction (1-2-2)
This course covers the interpretation of blueprints and speci cations that are associated with the construction trades. Emphasis is placed on interpretation of details for foundations, oor plans, elevations, and schedules. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret a set of construction blueprints.
BUSINESS
BUS 110 Introduction to Business (3-0-3)
This course provides a survey of the business world. Topics include the basic principles and practices of contemporary business. Upon completion, students should be able to demon- strate an understanding of business concepts as a foundation for studying other business subjects. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
BUS 115 Business Law I (3-0-3)
This course introduces the student to the legal and ethical framework of business. Con- tracts, negotiable instruments, the law of sales, torts, crimes, constitutional law, the Uniform Commercial Code, and the court systems are examined. Upon completion the student should be able to identify legal and ethical issues that arise in business decisions and the laws that apply to them. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/ or elective course requirement.
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