2010-2011 Catalog (all pages) - Ohlone College

142 9 ANNOUNCEMENT OF COURSES
BIOL-107
BIOL-108
BIOL-109
BIOL-114
BIOL-114B
BIOL-130
BIOL-131D
Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
54.00 hrs lecture
Units: 3.00
Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163
Accepted For Credit: CSU & UC
This course is directed toward understanding the biology of
microorganisms, their relationship to disease, their control, and
the human defense system. (GR)
Human Ecology
54.00 hrs lecture
Units: 3.00
Cross-referenced Course: ENVS-108
Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163
Accepted For Credit: CSU & UC
Human Ecology is an interdisciplinary, general education course
that identifies problems created by man’s modification of his
environment, presents solutions to these problems, and offers
appropriate alternatives. (GC)
Biology of Sexual Reproduction
54.00 hrs lecture
Units: 3.00
Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163
Accepted For Credit: CSU & UC
This course presents anatomy, physiology, and behavioral
aspects of human sexual reproduction with emphasis on
functional mechanisms. (GC)
Introduction to Plant Biology
45.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs lab
Units: 3.00
Cross-referenced Course: BIOT-114
Accepted For Credit: CSU & UC
This course provides a basic introduction to plant biology and
careers related to plant biology. Topics include basic plant
structure, plant growth and development, genetics, plant
molecular biology, plant genetic engineering, plant culture
techniques and an introduction to California agriculture. (GR)
Applications in Plant and Food Biotechnology
27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs lab
Units: 2.00
Cross-referenced Course: BIOT-114B
Prerequisite: BIOL-114 or BIOT-114
Accepted For Credit: CSU
This course trains students for positions in the biotechnology
industry. This course builds upon the basic skills learned in
BIOT-114 and provides plant and food biotechnology specific
skills and knowledge. Topics include plant genetic engineering,
the growth and development of plants in culture and the
greenhouse, as well as genetic engineering of plants and
microbes involved in food production. (GR)
Introduction to Biology
54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs lab
Units: 4.00
Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163
Accepted For Credit: CSU & UC
This course is an introduction to biological principles for nonscience
majors. Fundamental biological principles are covered
including cell structure and function, ecology, evolution,
genetics, taxonomy, and reproduction. (GC)
Review of Biological Concepts
54.00 hrs lecture
Units: 1.00
Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate biology
classes
This course is designed to review course content in selected
Biology course(s). This course introduces study techniques and
more in-depth discussions of basic biological principles in the
selected courses. Repeatable = 3 times (CR)
BIOL-140
BIOL-141
BIOL-142
BIOT-100
BIOT-102
Sierra Nevada Natural History
36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs lab
Units: 3.00
Accepted For Credit: CSU
An introduction to the plants, animals, and geology of the Sierra
Nevada. A three-day camping and learning experience in the
Sierra Nevada will take place at the end of the semester.
Emphasis is on learning the common plants and animals of the
region. Recommended for anyone interested in natural history
or ecology of the Sierra Nevada. (GC)
Marine Biology
54.00 hrs lecture
Units: 3.00
Advisory: ENGL-151B
Accepted For Credit: CSU & UC
This course covers basic concepts of marine ecosystems
including oceanographic principles, ecology, and a survey of
marine habitats and diversity of marine organisms. Will include
two field trips to pacific tidal zones and to San Francisco Bay
ecosystems. (GR)
Environmental Biology
54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs lab
Units: 4.00
Cross-referenced Course: ENVS-142
Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163
Accepted For Credit: CSU & UC
This lecture and lab course is an introduction to the biological
sciences focusing on diversity; organismal interactions with their
environment and with other organisms (ecology), the effects
humans have had on biological diversity and ecosystems, and
efforts to protect species and their habitats (conservation). (GC)
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BIOTECHNOLOGY
Division: Science, Technology, and Engineering
Biotechnology and Society
54.00 hrs lecture
Units: 3.00
Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101A
Accepted For Credit: CSU & UC
Introduction to the scientific principles and techniques of
molecular biology and biotechnology, including recombinant
DNA technology and gene cloning, recombinant protein design,
and analysis of biomolecules. Discussion of technical, ethical,
and safety concerns presented by medical, agricultural,
pharmaceutical, and forensic applications of biotechnology.
(GR)
Chemical Safety and Hygiene
9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs lab
Units: 1.00
Cross-referenced Course: CHMT-102
This course is about chemical and lab safety in the workplace
with emphasis on hazardous materials and chemical safety;
MSDS sheets; government regulations such as OSHA, FDA, FTC,
and EPA; appropriate chemical disposal and recycling
methodologies; inventory and storage; classification of
chemicals according to safety and health hazards; ANSI
standards; workers compensation; and quality assurance. In
addition, a brief overview of development of Good Laboratory
Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) will be
taught. Students will also undergo basic first aid training, fire
extinguisher training, and basic CPR training. (GR)
2010-2011 OHLONE COLLEGE CATALOG