Course Descriptions - Community College of Rhode Island

permitting or a cloudy night astronomical
exercise. Note: This elective does not fill
the science requirement. Lecture: 3 hours
ASTR 1010 - The Solar System - 4 Credits
Major topics covered in this course are
the historical development of astronomical
understanding, concepts of the celestial
sphere, the technology of astronomical
observations, modern planetary science
derived from the space program, small
bodies of the solar system and the origin
and evolution of the solar system. Evening
observing sessions are included as an
optional part of the course (clear skies permitting).
Note: This course fulfills one lab
science requirement for the A.A. degree.
Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 2 hours
ASTR 1020 - The Stellar System -
4 Credits
This course includes the study of the science
of analyzing radiation that reaches
Earth from extraterrestrial objects; the sun;
stellar properties; the life cycles of stars;
systems containing more than one star
including clusters and galaxies, extraordinary
objects such as neutron stars, pulsars,
black holes and quasars; and the origin and
evolution of the universe. Evening observation
sessions are included as an optional
part of the course (clear skies permitting).
Note: This course fulfills one lab science
requirement for the A.A. degree. Lecture: 3
hours, Lab: 2 hours
ASTR 2010 - Practical Astronomy I -
4 Credits
This course presents topics in celestial
mechanics. Emphasis is on the use of astronomical
tables and instruments in practical
problems. Practical experience with a telescope
at an observatory is included. Note:
This course fulfills one lab science requirement
for the A.A. degree. (Prerequisites:
ASTR 1010 and 1020 and MATH 1210, that
may be taken concurrently) Lecture: 3 hours,
Lab: 2 hours
ASTR 2020 - Practical Astronomy II -
4 Credits
This course presents topics in celestial
photography, photometry and astrophysics.
Emphasis is on the use of attachments
for special purposes, such as astrographic
camera and solar photography. Practical
experience with astronomical instruments
at an observatory is included. (Prerequisite:
ASTR 2010) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 2 hours
Biol (Biology)
BIOL 0500 - Building Science Skills for
the Biological Sciences - 3 Credits
This lecture-laboratory course is designed
to prepare students for college-level biology
courses. The building of skills in reading,
writing, terminology and experimental
techniques in the biological sciences is
presented using an active learning process.
Study methods, note -taking, time management
and types of tests for the biological
sciences are also included. Lecture: 1.5 hours,
Lab: 1.5 hours
BIOL 0600 - Essentials of Anatomy &
Physiology - 1 Credit
This five-week, modular, online course
prepares students for success in Human
Anatomy – BIOL 1010 and Human Physiology
– BIOL 1020. The focus of this course
is development of basic skills required for
success in higher education: study skills,
time management, basic math and language
skills. Students learn the essential science
background necessary to be successful
in life science courses: basic concepts in
Biology (biological terminology, cellular
structure) and basic concepts in Chemistry
(ions, chemical bonding, terminology and
chemical notation). Lecture: 3 hours
BIOL 1000 - Cell Biology for
Technology - 4 Credits
This biology course is designed to introduce
basic biological principles while
specifically examining life processes at the
cellular level. Topics include cell chemistry,
the relationship between cell structure and
function, metabolism, molecular genetics
and cellular communication. Contemporary
cell-related technology, as well as
its impact and significance, is emphasized.
(Prerequisites: ENGL 0890 with a grade of
“B” or better or ACCUPLACER exemption
from reading. Students also must demonstrate
competency in mathematics through required
math placement testing: a math ACCUPLACER
score equivalent to the successful completion
of pre-algebra or successful completion of any
of the following courses or their equivalent:
MATH 0600, 1200, 1420, 1700, 1900, 1910,
1920, 2910 or 2990) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab:
3 hours
BIOL 1001 - Introductory Biology:
Organismal - 4 Credits
This course is one part of a two-semester
introduction to the fundamentals of biology
intended for science majors. However,
BIOL 1001 may be taken independently of
BIOL 1002. The course investigates biology
at the organismal level through the presentation
and discussion of biological processes
and systems, including genetics, evolution
and ecology. Additionally, the diversity in
form and function of multi-cellular organisms
(plants, fungi and animals) is explored.
(Prerequisites: ENGL 0890 with a grade of
“B” or better or ACCUPLACER exemption from
reading and MATH 0500 with a grade of “C”
or appropriate placement test score) Lecture: 3
hours, Lab: 2 hours.
BIOL 1002 - Introductory Biology:
Cellular - 4 Credits
This course is one part of a two-semester
introduction to the fundamentals of biology
intended for science majors. It may be
Prerequisite: Successful completion of course required before registering. Corequisite: Course must be taken prior to or at the same time.
astr-biology
taken independently of BIOL 1001. Using
the theme of evolution as a framework,
the course investigates biology at the cellular
level through the presentation of such
topics as structure, function, metabolism,
genetics, reproduction and differentiation.
Additionally, the diversity in form and
function of unicellular organisms (bacteria,
archae, and protists) is explored. (Prerequisites:
ENGL 0890 with a grade of “B” or better
or ACCUPLACER exemption from reading and
MATH 0500 with a grade of “C” or appropriate
placement test score) Lecture: 3 hours,
Lab: 2 hours.
BIOL 1005 - Biology in the Modern
World - 4 Credits
This course investigates the basic biological
principals needed to understand and make
informed decisions regarding vital biological
issues in today’s world; for example, global
warming, obesity, biodiversity, cancer, race,
genetic engineering and human population
growth. Note: This course is designed for
non-science majors; not open to science
majors. This class fulfills four credits of
Math/Science General Education requirements.
(Prerequisites: ENGL 0700 and MATH
0500 with grade of “C” or appropriate placement
test score.) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 2 hours
BIOL 1010 - Human Anatomy -
4 Credits
This course is a study of the human
organism with respect to the gross and
microscopic anatomy of the organ systems.
Laboratory work includes dissection of
the cat and appropriate isolated organs.
(Prerequisites: ENGL 0890 with a grade of
“B” or better or ACCUPLACER exemption from
reading and MATH 0500 with a grade of “C”
or appropriate test score. Recommended: Take
BIOL 1002 before taking BIOL 1010.) Lecture:
3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
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