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Biology (biol) Transfer Information
For students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or unviersity, the following College of the Redwoods courses are those which must be completed in order to fulfill the lower-division major requirements in the institution/major field of study specified.
CSU, Chico
B.S. Biology
BIOL 3, 4, 5; CHEM 1A, 1B; PHYS 2A, 2B
B.S. Biology, B.S. Botany, BS Zoology
BIOL 3, 4, 5; CHEM 1A; PHYS 2A are the core courses required for all three degrees.
However, there may be additional requirements depending upon the option selected. Some of
the classes are MATH 15, 25, 30, 50A, 50B; PHYS 2A, 4A, 4B; GEOL 1; AG 17, 18; and OCEAN
10 and 11.
CSU, Sacramento
B.S. Biology (Core Preparation)
BIOL 3, 4, 5; CHEM 1A, 1B; PHYS 2A, 2B; and one of the following: MATH 50A or 25 and 30
Additional courses that may be required, depending upon the option selected, are BIOL 2, 6, 7; and MATH 15.
Note: For assistance with specific options within Biology, contact your counselor or faculty adivser.
UC, Davis
B.S. Biology
UC Davis offers many options wthin the field of Biology. The following courses are some of
those within the different options: BIOL 3, 4, 5; CHEM 1A, 1B, 8; MATH 15, 50A, 50B, 50C;
PHYS 2A, 2B. See your counselor for the specific requirements of the option you have
chosen.
Biology (biol) Course Offerings
BIOL 1----------CSU and UC
General Biology
3 units - 2 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
General Biology is an introductory course in life science, emphasizing the unifying
principles of biology. Applications of biological concepts to current human issues are
also considered. Note: Required of pre-nursing majors. Not open to students who have
completed or who are currently enrolled in BIOL 3. Non-science majors should also see BIOL
8, BIOL 10, BIOL 15 and ENVSC 10.
BIOL 2----------CSU and UC
Microbiology
4 units - 2 hours lecture/6 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: BIOL 1
A study of the kinds of and methods of identifying microorganisms, their anatomy,
physiology, genetics, and ecological importance. Emphasizes the role of microorganisms in
disease and the mechanisms of host resistance to disease. Laboratory work emphasizes the
importance of aseptic techniques, methods of control, procedures for isolating and
culturing, and methods used in identifying microorganisms.
BIOL 3----------CSU and UC
Fundamental Cell Biology
4 units - 3 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: CHEM 1A or CHEM 2 .
This course studies the fundamental structure and function of cells including
consideration of all eucaryotic cell organelles, reproduction, genetics and evolution.
(CAN BIOL 2)
Note: This course is designed for those majoring in biological sciences or related fields.
BIOL 4----------CSU and UC
General Zoology
4 units - 2 hours lecture/6 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
A study of function, form, natural history and evolution of animals.
(CAN BIOL 4)
Note: This course is designed for those majoring in biological sciences or related fields.
BIOL 5----------CSU and UC
Introduction to Botany
4 units - 2 hours lecture/6 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
A study of function, form, natural history, evolution and other topics that relate to
living plants.
(CAN BIOL 6)
Note: This course is designed for those majoring in biological sciences or related fields.
BIOL 6----------CSU and UC
Human Anatomy
4 units - 2 hours lecture/6 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: BIOL 1
This course provides an introduction to human anatomy. It includes the study of the gross
and microscopic structure of all the organ systems of the human body with special emphasis
on the relationship between structure and function. Laboratory work includes the study of
human cadavers.
BIOL 7----------CSU and UC
Human Physiology
4 units - 3 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: BIOL 6 or completion of LVN program
This course provides the student with an introduction to human physiology. Included is a
study of the function of all the organ systems of the body. Special emphasis is given to
the role of each system in regulating and maintaining bodily homeostasis.
BIOL 8----------CSU
Human Biology
3 units - 2 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
This is an introductory biology course emphasizing human anatomy and physiology and the
relationship between humans and disease.
BIOL 9----------CSU and UC
Plants and Civilization
3 units - 2 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Grade-CR/NC option
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
This is an economic botany class that covers plants as a resource for people in foods,
fiber, shelter, medicine and industry. Laboratory topics will cover identification of
important species worldwide and locally.
BIOL 10----------CSU and UC
Introduction to Biology
3 units - 2 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
A course dealing with ecology and natural history, heredity and evolution and structure
and function and identification of organisms. Basic biological concepts will be presented
in support of these topics.
BIOL 15----------CSU and UC
Marine Biology
3 units - 2 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
Identification, natural history and ecology of local marine organisms including intertidal
invertebrates, marine birds, mammals and plankton. Note: This is a course for the
non-science major; field trips included. The College does not provide transportation.
BIOL 16----------CSU
Birds of the North Coast
2 units - 1 hour lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
Identification, structure and ecological relationships of North Coast birds will be
covered.
Note: This is a natural history course for the beginning and intermediate bird watcher.
Field trips included. The College does not provide transportation.
BIOL 17----------CSU and UC
Wildflowers, Trees and Shrubs
2 units - 1 hour lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
Identification, structure, function and ecological relationships of North Coast plants,
trees, shrubs and wildflowers will be studied. Note: This is a natural history course for
the amateur botanist. Field trips included. The College does not provide transportation.
BIOL 20----------CSU
Natural History
3 units - 2 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
An introduction for non-science majors to the identification, natural history and
ecological relationships of plants and animals. Techniques for sampling organisms and
collecting field data will be introduced. Note: Field trips included. The College does not
provide transportation.
BIOL 21----------CSU and UC
Mushrooms of the North Coast
3 units - 2 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Grade-CR/NC option
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
Mushrooms, their identification and ecology will be the focus of this course. Emphasis is
placed on keying species to genus and on field identification of the more common toxic and
edible species of the North Coast. Mendocino Coast campus only
BIOL 22----------CSU and UC
California Plant Identification
3 units - 2 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: BIOL 17
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
This is an introduction to the field of plant taxonomy. Emphasis is placed on keying
species using A California Flora. Lecture material covers introductory concepts in plant
taxonomy and characteristics of the common flowering plant families in California. Lab
time is spent learning sight identification of families and keying out local plants. Field
trips (the College does not provide transportation) are taken to local wildflower areas.
Mendocino Coast campus only
BIOL 24----------CSU
Introduction to Marine and Anadromous Fishes
3 units - 2 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
A detailed study of marine and anadromous fishes of the northern Pacific Ocean. Topics
covered include identification, biology, fisheries history and management and sampling and
census techniques.
BIOL 25----------CSU
Marine and Coastal Field Biology
3 units - 2 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
A field-oriented introduction to the interrelationships between marine and estuarine
organisms and their environment. Emphasis in this course is placed on field methods,
sampling techniques and quantitative data collection and analysis.
Mendocino Coast campus only
BIOL 35----------CSU
Field Studies in Biology
1-2 units
Grade-CR/NC option
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
A field class designed to give the student practical experience in field identification
and field study of the ecology and biology of California's native species in their native
habitat. This course involves an extended field trip (the College does not provide
transportation) away from the campus. Variable 1-2 units, 12-24 hours lecture, 18-36 hours
lab. Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 4 enrollments/4 units. Mendocino Coast campus only
BIOL 40----------CSU and UC
Independent Study
1-2 units
Grade-CR/NC option
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
A course involving the individual student in research in the biological sciences. Specific
projects will be determined upon consultation with the instructor; laboratory hours will
be arranged with the instructor (minimum 3 hours per week). Outside reading and written
reports are required as part of the research. Variable 1-2 units, 3-6 lab hours per week.
Note: This course does not fulfill any part of the science requirement for graduation.
Repeatable to a maximum of 4 enrollments/4 units. Students taking independent study
courses must have a contract on file.
BIOL 99----------CSU and UC
Selected Topics in Biology
0.5-2 units total
Grade-CR/NC option
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
An exploration of a specific topic of contemporary interest in the field of Biology.
Students should consult the schedule of classes for topics offered in the current
semester. Variable 0-5.-2 units with a varying mix of lecture and/or lab hours.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 4 enrollments/8 units; however, students may not repeat
an individual topic.
BIOL 120E
Intertidal Ecology
0.5 unit - 6.8 hours lecture/6.7 hours lab total
Grade-CR/NC option
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
This course will discuss the factors and principles involved in intertidal ecosystem.
Local intertidal habitats will be explored and the ecological role and adaptive morphology
of intertidal organisms will be discussed. Mendocino Coast campus only
BIOL 120H
Wildflowers of the Coniferous Forests
0.5 unit - 6.8 hours lecture/6.7 hours lab total
Grade-CR/NC option
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
This short course introduces students to the common wildflowers and other dominant plants
of the closed cone pine and redwood forests. The biology and ecology of the species and
the plant communities in which they grow are discussed.
Mendocino Coast campus only
BIOL 120K
Marine Mammals of the North Coast
0.5 unit - 6.8 hours lecture/6.7 hours lab total
Grade-CR/NC option
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
This course will focus on the evolution of mammals, with particular emphasis on the
adaptations of mammals to the marine environment. The identification and ecology of local
marine mammal species will be discussed. Mendocino Coast campus only
BIOL 120L
Bird Migration
0.5 unit - 6.8 hours lecture/6.7 hours lab total
Grade-CR/NC option
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
This course will focus on the remarkable phenomenon of bird migration. Discussion topics
will provide the information necessary to understand observations made in the field.
Mendocino Coast campus only
BIOL 120M
Introduction to Identification of North Coast Birds
0.5 unit - 6.8 hours lecture/6.7 hours lab total
Grade-CR/NC option
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
This course will focus on how to look at and identify local birds and where to find them.
Field observations will focus on the identification and ecology of local bird species.
Mendocino Coast campus only
BIOL 120N
Mammals of Northern California 0.5 unit - 6.8 hours lecture/6.7 hours lab total
Grade-CR/NC option
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
This course will focus on the evolution of land mammals with particular emphasis on the
variations and adaptations of different land mammals to their environment. Methods of
identifying, tracking and trapping local land mammals for scientific study will be
discussed.
Mendocino Coast campus only
BIOL 131
Natural History of Marine Mammals
3 units - 2 hours lecture/3 hours lab
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: none
Recommended preparation: none
An introduction to the identification, life histories, evolution, behavior, anatomy,
physiology and ecology of marine mammals., emphasizing the pinnipeds. This course focuses
on training people to work in marine mammal centers. Through lab experiences with live
mammals, as well as field trips (the College does not provide transportation), students
will learn about methods of treatment for the mammals brought to the centers. Del Norte
campus only
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