College Catalog 2009-2010 PDF - Phillips Community College

to: chemistry of cells; cell structure and function; mitosis and
meiosis; DNA structure and protein synthesis; evolution and
taxonomy; viruses, bacteria, protists, and fungi; invertebrates;
animal behavior and population ecology.
By 124 General Biology II
4 hrs. lec./lab, 4 credits (spring semester)
General Biology II is a lecture-laboratory course designed to
familiarize the student with basic biological principles related to:
basic processes and features of vascular and nonvascular plants;
photosynthesis; heredity; morphology and evolution of selected
invertebrates; and basic human anatomy & physiology.
By 134 General Zoology (fall semester even years)
4 hrs. lec./lab, 4 credits
General Zoology is a detailed study of the animal kingdom.
Includes the introduction to zoological principles relating to
cells, organ systems, development, genetics, ecology, evolution,
embryonic development and animal phyla.
By 144 General Botany
4 hrs. lec./lab, 4 credits (fall semester odd years)
A detailed study of the form structure, function, and reproduction
of plants.
By 154 Anatomy & Physiology I
4 hrs. lec./lab, 4 credits
Prerequisite: College-level placement in English and reading
or successful completion of required developmental courses.
Anatomy & Physiology I, By 154, is a lecture-laboratory course
designed to familiarize the student with the structures and
functions of the systems of the human body. This course explores
the mechanisms of the body’s components under ideal conditions,
and their dysfunction under adverse conditions. Included in
this exploration are the trends in medical research and clinical
applications of this research. At the end of this course, students
will have a working knowledge and application of anatomy and
physiology to continue further in their selected health science
field and will have adequate knowledge of the discipline to enter
and succeed in their chosen health care profession.
By 163 Anatomy & Physiology I (Selected Topics)
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: Department approval. A lecture course dealing
with the structure, function, and integrated activity of cells,
tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. No laboratory
practice is required.
By 164 Anatomy & Physiology II
4 hrs. lec./lab, 4 credits
Prerequisite: By 154 with a C or by permission of the instructor.
Anatomy & Physiology II, By 164, is a lecture-laboratory
course designed to continue the student’s familiarization with
the structures and functions of the systems of the human body.
This course explores the mechanisms of the body’s components
under ideal conditions, and their dysfunction under adverse conditions.
Included in this exploration are the trends in medical
research and clinical applications of this research. At the end
of this course, students will have adequate knowledge and application
of anatomy and physiology to continue further in their
selected health science field and will have sufficient knowledge
of the discipline to enter and succeed in their chosen health
care professions.
By 201 Special Topics in Biological Science
1 credit hr.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval and consent by the instructor
who will direct the work. Readings and/or projects in selected
disciplines of the biological sciences will be assigned.
By 202 Special Topics in Biological Science
2 credit hrs.
Prerequisite: Department approval and consent by the instructor
who will direct the work. Readings and/or projects in selected
disciplines of the biological sciences will be assigned.
By 223 Environmental Science
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: By 114 or 124. Scientific and social perspectives
of environmental and resource problems. This is an ideal course
for general education students, and gives them an introduction
to ecology and field biology. It is designed for students entering
the disciplines of biology, wildlife science and forestry.
By 224 Microbiology
4 hrs. lec./lab, 4 credits
Designed to give fundamentals of morphology, taxonomy,
ecology, and physiology and the economic importance of microorganisms.
Included are basic techniques of staining, culturing,
and sterilization.
By 1131 Biology Lab
3 hrs. lab, 1 credit
Prerequisite: By 113. This is a laboratory course in general biology
covering the general use of the microscope, cell organization,
physical and chemical bases of life, cell reproduction, plant tissue
structures, and lower animal tissue structures. This course is
offered only to students who have three credit hours of lecture
in General Biology, By 113, or its equivalence.
By 1231 Biology Lab
3 hrs. lab, 1 credit
Prerequisite: By 123. This is a laboratory course in general
Biology covering topics related to higher plants and animals, and
introductory genetics. This course is offered only to students
who have three credit hours of lecture in the second course in
General Biology, By 123, or its equivalence.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
BAN 103 Introduction to Accounting
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Elementary accounting principles, including lectures, problems,
and laboratory practices. Emphasis on procedures, forms, and
practical application.
BAN 113 Introduction to Business
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
An introduction to business organization and procedure.
BAN 213 Principles of Accounting I
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: BAN 103 or departmental approval. Introduction
to financial accounting principles and problems as they apply to
service and merchandising businesses. Emphasis will be placed
on the accounting equation and the accounting cycle to include
analysis of business transactions, internal control, and preparation
of financial statements to be used by business stakeholders.
BAN 223 Principles of Accounting II
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: BAN 213 or departmental approval. A continuation
of BAN 213. Introduction to managerial accounting with an
emphasis on partnerships, corporation, manufacturing cost
flow systems, and applying the budgeting process. Cost and
budget accounting will be introduced as well as analysis and
interpretation of special/budget reports, corporate financial
statements, and cost reports.