22 SUMMER 2024 925.424.1000 | [email protected] SUMMER 2024 - COURSE LISTINGS Please refer to the online schedule on CLASS-Web to access course section details and the course record numbers (CRNs) for registration. ASTRONOMY ASTR 30L INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY LAB 1.0 Units Introduction to laboratory principles and techniques in astronomy. Includes: observational techniques such as naked eye, binocular, and telescopic identification of stars, planets, constellations, and deep sky objects; telescope operation and imaging; spectroscopy, motions of the sun, moon and planets. Prerequisite: ASTR 31 or ASTR 32 with a minimum grade of C (May be taken concurrently) ASTR 32 INTRO: STARS AND THE UNIVERSE 3.0 Units Introduction to the study of stars, galaxies, and cosmology. Includes the nature of light and matter, telescopes, spectroscopy, stellar formation and evolution, galaxies, quasars, and cosmology. Designed for non-majors in mathematics or a physical science. A companion science lab, Astronomy 30L, is also available. BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES BIO 1B GENERAL ZOOLOGY 5.0 Units Major groups of animal phyla and heterotrophic unicellular eukaryotes. Topics include comparative structure and function, development, ecology, taxonomy, phylogeny, evolution, and behavior. Designed for majors in biological sciences and related fields. (Note: Formerly ZOOL 1.) Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra or a higher level of mathematics. Recommended Course Preparation: BIO 30 with a minimum grade of C BIO 7A HUMAN ANATOMY 5.0 Units Structural organization of the human body: gross and microscopic structure of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, sensory, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems, from cellular to organ system levels of organization. This course is primarily intended for nursing, allied health, kinesiology, and other health related majors. Prerequisite: BIO 30 or BIO 1B with a minimum grade of C and BIO 1C with a minimum grade of C. Eligibility for college-level composition (ENG 1A, ENG 1AEX, or ESL 1A) as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method. Eligibility for college-level mathematics as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method. BIO 7B HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY 5.0 Units Function and regulation of the human body. This course examines general, cellular, and molecular interactions that integrate the organ systems to maintain homeostasis. Human responses and computer simulations are used to collect and analyze data. Designed for nursing, physical and occupational therapy, and other health sciences majors. Prerequisite: BIO 7A, BIO 30 or BIO 1B with a minimum grade of C and CHEM 1A or CHEM 30A or CHEM 31 with a minimum grade of C Recommended Course Preparation: CHEM 30B with a minimum grade of C. Eligibility for college-level composition (ENG 1A, ENG 1AEX, or ESL 1A) as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method. Eligibility for college-level mathematics (MATH 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 27, 30, 33, 34, 39, 40, 47) as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method. BIO 7C MICROBIOLOGY 5.0 Units This course focuses on viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoans, and helminths, with an emphasis on their relationship to humans. Cultivation, control, metabolism, body’s defense against disease, microbial genetics, laboratory tests, and contemporary diseases are discussed. Methods used in the laboratory include standard bacteriological techniques (culturing, staining, biochemical testing, sensitivity testing etc.) as well as some molecular and immunological techniques, such as PCR and ELISA. Laboratory work also includes identification of unknowns, and/or independent research projects. Prerequisite: BIO 30 or BIO 1B with a minimum grade of C and BIO 1C with a minimum grade of C. CHEM 1A or CHEM 30A or CHEM 31 with a minimum grade of C. Recommended Course Preparation: BIO 7A with a minimum grade of C. Eligibility for college-level composition (ENG 1A, ENG 1AEX, or ESL 1A) as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method. Eligibility for college-level mathematics (MATH 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 27, 30, 33, 34, 39, 40, 47) as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method. BIO 20 CONTEMPORARY HUMAN BIOLOGY 3.0 Units A study of the Human organism, beginning at the cellular level, emphasizing organ systems, and also including topics of genetics and biotechnology. (Note: Formerly BIOL 20.) BIO 30 INTRO TO COLLEGE BIOLOGY 4.0 Units Basic principles of biology. Cell structure and function, cell division, cell metabolism, reproduction, genetics, taxonomy, origin of life, and evolution. Laboratory emphasis on developing various laboratory skills, using the metric system, collecting data, graphing, interpreting data, and preparing for and taking laboratory exams. Designed to prepare the necessary concepts and laboratory skills and experience that are needed to succeed in more advanced courses in biology. BIO 40 HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT 3.0 Units Introduction to environmental issues from a scientific perspective, focusing on physical, chemical, and biological processes within the Earth system, the interaction between humans and these processes, and the role of science in finding sustainable solutions. Topics include ecological principles, biodiversity, climate change, sustainability, renewable and nonrenewable energy, water resources, air and water pollution, and solid waste management. Recommended Course Preparation: Eligibility for ENG 1A BUSINESS BUSN 1A FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING 4.0 Units A study of accounting as an information system; examining why it’s important, and how it’s used by investors and creditors to make decisions. Includes the recording and reporting of business transactions with a focus on the accounting cycle, the application of generally accepted accounting principles and comparing it to international financial reporting standards, preparation and analysis of the classified financial statements for merchandising and service companies. Also includes issues related to recording and valuation of assets, liabilities, equities and cashflow, recognition of revenues, expenses using effective internal controls and ethical standards. BUSN 18 BUSINESS LAW 4.0 Units A study of the legal environment of business. Covering laws and regulations impacting business transactions. Introduction
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