Biology
Degrees and Certificates
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Biological Science, Associate of Science
Classes
BIOL101R: Biology I: Chemical and Cellular Basis of Life
SAT EBRW Score of 500 or higher; OR
Minimum grade of C in ENGL 011R, ENGL 102R, ENGL201R, ENGL203R, ENGL232R, ENGL244R, ENGL286R; OR
TEAS Reading Score of 69 or higher; OR
Concurrently enrolled in ENGL102R; OR
A waiver may be provided based on the following criteria: Minimum of previous Associate’s degree.
BIOL102R: Biology II: Adaptation, Evolution and Ecosystems
SAT EBRW Score of 500 or higher; OR
Minimum grade of C in ENGL 011R, ENGL 102R, ENGL201R, ENGL203R, ENGL232R, ENGL244R, ENGL286R; OR
TEAS Reading Score of 69 or higher; OR
Concurrently enrolled in ENGL102R; OR
A waiver may be provided based on the following criteria: Minimum of previous Associate’s degree.
BIOL103R: Human Biology
None; high school Biology or Chemistry recommended.
BIOL116R: Field Botany
BIOL117R: Environmental Science
None; high school Biology or Chemistry recommended.
BIOL162R: Nutrition: the Science of Sustenance
None; high school Biology or Chemistry recommended.
BIOL201R: Anatomy and Physiology I
RVCC Anatomy & Physiology 1 Preparatory Course, with grades of 73% or better; OR
High school chemistry within 10 years, with a grade of D-, its equivalent, or better; OR
College chemistry, with a grade of D- or higher; OR
Passing grade (D- or higher) in a Human Biology course; OR
Passing grade (D- or higher) in an A&P 1 or 2 course
BIOL202R: Anatomy and Physiology II
BIOL 201R with a grade of "C" or higher OR
Permission of Department Designee
BIOL205R: Microbiology
BIOL 101R or BIOL 201R with a grade of "C" or higher OR
Matriculation in the MLT program OR
Permission of Department Designee
BIOL210R: Genetics
Any of the following: BIOL 101R, BIOL 102R, BIOL 103R, BIOL 201R, BIOL 202R, BIOL 205R or permission of instructor.
BIOL212R: Topics in Biology
This course will provide opportunities to investigate current topics in the broader field of biology. The specific content of this course will vary each semester. Students will be expected to effectively read, comprehend, and articulate contemporary issues in biology and associated STEM fields, such as environmental science, ecology, biomedical and global health studies, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and computer applications in the science. Throughout the course, students will also develop scientific literacy skills, explore sociological, ethical, and financial issues related to the field of study, and critique media representations of science.
Laboratory work will provide additional opportunities to enhance students’ understanding of lecture topics and may include microscopy, dissection of appropriate laboratory specimens, work with live specimens, field work, experimental design procedures, as well as qualitative and quantitative experimentation. Laboratory exercises are outcome-driven and require cognitive skills, psychomotor skills, and application of technical laboratory skills.
Course faculty, in consultation with the Program Director or Department Chair, will provide a more specific description in the syllabus.
Recommended: Successful completion of 1 previous laboratory science course.
BIOL220R: Biology Capstone: Introduction to Biological Research
Any two (2) of these courses.