Courses
Major Courses
Lower Division Requirements
BIO101 Orientation to the Discipline
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic skills necessary for academic success in the discipline of Biology and to provide students with an overview of professions in which the major may be applied. Pass/Fail. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)
BIO101-A Prins, Bruce |
09/05/2023 | T | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | BUS 124 |
BIO101-A Prins, Bruce |
01/08/2024 | T | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Mission Hall 127 |
BIO101-A Prins, Bruce |
09/03/2024 | T | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | BUS 125 |
BIO146 General Biology I with Lab
Topics covered include cell structure and function, genetics, reproduction and development of animal systems. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit). Additional lab fee. (4 units; Fall/Spring)
BIO146-L Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | Th | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-J Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | T | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-F Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | F | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-G Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | W | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-I Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | T | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-B Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-D Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-E Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | W | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-K Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | Th | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-A Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | Th | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-C Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | Th | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-H Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | T | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-A Koo, Bonjun |
01/08/2024 | M | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Mission Hall 109 |
BIO146-C Koo, Bonjun |
01/08/2024 | M | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Mission Hall 109 |
BIO146-B Koo, Bonjun |
01/08/2024 | M | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Mission Hall 109 |
BIO146-A Koo, Bonjun |
05/06/2024 | M | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | TBA |
BIO146-A Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | Th | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-B Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-C Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | Th | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-D Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-E Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | W | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-F Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | F | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-G Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | W | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-H Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | T | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-I Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | T | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-J Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | T | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-K Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | Th | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO146-L Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | Th | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A112 |
BIO148 General Biology II with Lab
Includes organismal biology of animals and plants, their behavior, ecology, evolution and adaptations. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit). Additional lab fee. (4 units; Spring)
BIO148-A Zeidan, Effat |
09/05/2023 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 123 |
BIO148-B Zeidan, Effat |
09/05/2023 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 123 |
BIO148-F Zeidan, Effat |
01/08/2024 | T | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Mission Hall 124 |
BIO148-C Zeidan, Effat |
01/08/2024 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Mission Hall 109 |
BIO148-D Zeidan, Effat |
01/08/2024 | T | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Mission Hall 124 |
BIO148-A Zeidan, Effat |
01/08/2024 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Mission Hall 109 |
BIO148-B Zeidan, Effat |
01/08/2024 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Mission Hall 109 |
BIO148-E Zeidan, Effat |
01/08/2024 | T | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Mission Hall 124 |
BIO148-A Zeidan, Effat |
09/03/2024 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | TBA |
CHE115 General Chemistry I
A study of inorganic chemical systems including properties of atoms, molecules and ions, composition of matter, solutions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gas laws, electronic structure of elements, chemical bonding and molecular geometry. Course content is presented at a level required for Chemistry and related science majors. Lecture: 3 units. Prerequisite: CHE 102 or high school chemistry. (3 units; Fall/Spring)
CHE115-E Suzuki, Satoru |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Yeager Center B218 |
CHE115-A Suzuki, Satoru |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A110 |
CHE115-C Ferko, Thomas E. |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | Yeager Center A110 |
CHE115-D Schacht, Patrick C. |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS 123 |
CHE115-B Suzuki, Satoru |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A111 |
CHE115-A Tsai, Jones |
01/08/2024 | TTh | 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM | Mission Hall 124 |
CHE115-A Suzuki, Satoru |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 202 |
CHE115-B Schacht, Patrick C. |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A111 |
CHE115-C Ferko, Thomas E. |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | Yeager Center A110 |
CHE115-D STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Mission Hall 124 |
CHE115L General Chemistry I Lab
A laboratory experience designed to illustrate and reinforce topics covered in General Chemistry I and introduce students to laboratory practices, experiments and equipment that are foundational to the study of Chemistry. Additional lab fee. Pre- or Co- Requisite: CHE 115. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)
CHE115L-D Schacht, Patrick C. |
09/05/2023 | T | 7:30 AM - 10:15 AM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-B Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/05/2023 | M | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-A Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/05/2023 | M | 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-F Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/05/2023 | T | 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-I Lewis, Joshua I. |
09/05/2023 | W | 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-C Haynes, Stacy E. |
09/05/2023 | M | 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-E Haynes, Stacy E. |
09/05/2023 | T | 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-K Schacht, Patrick C. |
09/05/2023 | Th | 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-G Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/05/2023 | W | 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-H Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/05/2023 | W | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-J Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/05/2023 | Th | 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-B Ketenbrink, Brittany |
01/08/2024 | M | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 235 |
CHE115L-G Zhou, Huajun A. |
01/08/2024 | W | 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM | James Complex 235 |
CHE115L-A Ketenbrink, Brittany |
01/08/2024 | M | 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM | James Complex 235 |
CHE115L-D Ketenbrink, Brittany |
01/08/2024 | T | 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | James Complex 235 |
CHE115L-E Ketenbrink, Brittany |
01/08/2024 | T | 5:30 PM - 8:15 PM | James Complex 235 |
CHE115L-F Zhou, Huajun A. |
01/08/2024 | W | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 235 |
CHE115L-C Ketenbrink, Brittany |
01/08/2024 | M | 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM | James Complex 235 |
CHE115L-A Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/03/2024 | M | 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-B Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/03/2024 | M | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-C Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/03/2024 | M | 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-D Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/03/2024 | T | 7:30 AM - 10:15 AM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-E Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/03/2024 | T | 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-F Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/03/2024 | T | 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-G Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/03/2024 | W | 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-H Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/03/2024 | W | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-I Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/03/2024 | W | 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-J Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/03/2024 | Th | 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE115L-K Ketenbrink, Brittany |
09/03/2024 | Th | 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE125 General Chemistry II
A continuation of CHE 115 - General Chemistry I including the study of inorganic chemical systems including liquids and solids, solutions, colloids, kinetics, equilibria, acid-base chemistry, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Course content is presented at a level required for Chemistry and related science majors. Lecture (3 units). Prerequisite: CHE 115 and 115L. (3 units; Fall/Spring/Summer)
CHE125-A Hu, Ying |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Yeager Center B112 |
CHE125-A Ferko, Thomas E. |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Health Science Campus V295 |
CHE125-C Suzuki, Satoru |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A111 |
CHE125-B Schacht, Patrick C. |
01/08/2024 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | Mission Hall 109 |
CHE125-A Suzuki, Satoru |
05/06/2024 | TTh | 9:30 AM - 12:15 PM | TBA |
CHE125-A Hu, Ying |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | TBA |
CHE125L General Chemistry II Lab
A laboratory experience designed to illustrate and reinforce topics covered in CHE 125 - General Chemistry II and continue to introduce students to laboratory practices, experiments, and equipment that are foundational to the study of Chemistry. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: CHE 115L. Pre- or Co- Requisite: CHE 125. (1 unit; Fall/Spring/Summer)
CHE125L-A Hu, Ying |
09/05/2023 | T | 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM | James Complex 235 |
CHE125L-B Hu, Ying |
09/05/2023 | F | 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM | James Complex 235 |
CHE125L-A Ketenbrink, Brittany |
01/08/2024 | W | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE125L-B Ketenbrink, Brittany |
01/08/2024 | T | 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE125L-C Ketenbrink, Brittany |
01/08/2024 | T | 5:30 PM - 8:15 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE125L-E Ketenbrink, Brittany |
01/08/2024 | Th | 7:30 AM - 10:15 AM | James Complex 240 |
CHE125L-F Ketenbrink, Brittany |
01/08/2024 | F | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE125L-G Ketenbrink, Brittany |
01/08/2024 | M | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 240 |
CHE125L-A Suzuki, Satoru |
05/06/2024 | T | 1:15 PM - 4:30 PM | James Complex 236 |
CHE125L-A Hu, Ying |
09/03/2024 | T | 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM | James Complex 235 |
CHE125L-B Hu, Ying |
09/03/2024 | F | 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM | James Complex 235 |
PHY214 Physics I
A study of mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, waves, sound, and the mathematical methods of physics. Should be taken with PHY 214L - Physics I Lab. Prerequisite: MAT 145 or 245. (3 units; Fall/Spring)
PHY214-A Choi, Hyung S |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS 204 |
PHY214-B Choi, Hyung S |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 204 |
PHY214-A Choi, Hyung S |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center A110 |
PHY214-A Buchholz, James R |
05/06/2024 | Th | 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM | BUS |
PHY214-A Choi, Hyung S |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Yeager Center A110 |
PHY214-B Buchholz, James R |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center A111 |
PHY214L Physics I Lab
This laboratory course, designed to be taken concurrently with PHY 214 - Physics I, emphasizes scientific measuring and reporting techniques. Observational laboratories will reinforce topics in mechanics, including kinematics, Hooke's Law, momentum and inertia, and waves. Additional course ree. Pre- or Co- Requisite: PHY 214. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)
PHY214L-E Lee, Yeon_Suk |
09/05/2023 | W | 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-D Grant, Ted William |
09/05/2023 | W | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-B Lee, Yeon_Suk |
09/05/2023 | M | 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-C Choi, Hyung S |
09/05/2023 | T | 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-F Choi, Hyung S |
09/05/2023 | Th | 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-A Grant, Ted William |
09/05/2023 | M | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-B Ahab, Atika S. |
01/08/2024 | T | 5:30 PM - 8:15 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-A Choi, Hyung S |
01/08/2024 | T | 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-C Chediak, Juan A. |
01/08/2024 | F | 1:15 PM - 4:00 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-A Buchholz, James R |
05/06/2024 | Sa | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-A Choi, Hyung S |
09/03/2024 | M | 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-B Grant, Ted William |
09/03/2024 | M | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-C STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | M | 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-D Choi, Hyung S |
09/03/2024 | T | 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-E Buchholz, James R |
09/03/2024 | W | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214L-F STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | W | 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY224 Physics II
A continuation of Physics I, including a study of electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, optics, and modern physics topics. Should be taken with PHY 224L. Prerequisite: PHY 214. (3 units; Spring)
PHY224-B Buchholz, James R |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 203 |
PHY224-A Buchholz, James R |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS 203 |
PHY224-A Buchholz, James R |
07/01/2024 | Th | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | BUS |
PHY224L Physics II Lab
This laboratory course, designed to be taken concurrently with Physcis II, emphasizes scientific measuring and reporting techniques. Observational laboratories will reinforce topics in waves, optics, electricity, and thermodynamics. Additional Lab Fee. Pre- or Co- Requisite: PHY 224. (1 unit; Spring)
PHY224L-E Ahab, Atika S. |
01/08/2024 | W | 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM | James Complex 121 |
PHY224L-B Lee, Yeon_Suk |
01/08/2024 | M | 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM | James Complex 121 |
PHY224L-C Ahab, Atika S. |
01/08/2024 | T | 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | James Complex 121 |
PHY224L-A Lee, Yeon_Suk |
01/08/2024 | M | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 121 |
PHY224L-D Grant, Ted William |
01/08/2024 | W | 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM | James Complex 121 |
PHY224L-A Buchholz, James R |
07/01/2024 | Sa | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | James Complex 121 |
Choose one (1) of the following courses:
MAT145 Mathematical Methods Nat Science
A calculus-based course including an introduction to derivatives and integrals, dimensional analysis, analytical geometry, trigonometry, vectors, experimental error and other topics to provide a mathematical foundation for natural science majors. Prerequisites: MAT 115, 135 or sufficient SAT, ACT or math placement exam scores and appropriate high school mathematics background. (4 units; Spring)
MAT145-C Sill, Michael R. |
09/05/2023 | Th | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Mission Hall 127 |
MAT145-B Blueford, Luke E. |
09/05/2023 | M | 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM | Yeager Center B112 |
MAT145-A Blueford, Luke E. |
09/05/2023 | F | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Health Science Campus L240 |
MAT145-B Blueford, Luke E. |
01/08/2024 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | Health Science Campus L243 |
MAT145-A Kish, Stephan C |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | BUS 123 |
MAT145-A STAFF, STAFF |
07/01/2024 | MTWTh | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | TBA |
MAT145-B STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM | TBA |
MAT145-C Sill, Michael R. |
09/03/2024 | Th | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | TBA |
MAT145-D Kish, Stephan C |
09/03/2024 | Th | 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM | TBA |
MAT145-A STAFF, STAFF |
09/03/2024 | Th | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | TBA |
MAT245 Analytcl Geometry and Calculus I
Basic concepts of analytical geometry, limits and derivatives, differentials and rates, integration, definite and indefinite integrals, differentiation of logarithmic and exponential functions. Prerequisites: MAT 135, 145, EGR 182, or sufficient SAT, ACT or math placement exam scores and appropriate high school mathematics background. (4 units; Fall/Spring)
MAT245-A Curry, Brad |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | Mission Hall ONLN |
MAT245-B Curry, Brad |
09/05/2023 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Mission Hall ONLN |
MAT245-A Curry, Brad |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS ONLN |
MAT245-B Curry, Brad |
01/08/2024 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS ONLN |
MAT245-A Willett, Robert James |
05/06/2024 | - | Online | |
MAT245-A Curry, Brad |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | TBA ONLN |
MAT245-B Curry, Brad |
09/03/2024 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | TBA ONLN |
Upper Division Requirements
BIO313 Genetics
The principles of genetics including Mendelian, nature of genetic materials, chromosome mechanics, genetic recombination, and gene action. Emphasis will be placed on the transmission of genetic factors. Prerequisite: BIO 146 (4 units; Fall/Spring)
BIO313-A Szeto, Daniel P. |
09/05/2023 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS 124 |
BIO313-C Szeto, Daniel P. |
09/05/2023 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS 124 |
BIO313-D Szeto, Daniel P. |
09/05/2023 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS 124 |
BIO313-B Szeto, Daniel P. |
09/05/2023 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS 124 |
BIO313-A Szeto, Daniel P. |
01/08/2024 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | Yeager Center B220 |
BIO313-B Szeto, Daniel P. |
01/08/2024 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | Yeager Center B220 |
BIO313-A Szeto, Daniel P. |
09/03/2024 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS 124 |
BIO313-B Szeto, Daniel P. |
09/03/2024 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS 124 |
BIO313-C Szeto, Daniel P. |
09/03/2024 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS 124 |
BIO313-D Szeto, Daniel P. |
09/03/2024 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS 124 |
BIO330 Cell and Molecular Bio with Lab
An examination of the structure, ultrastructure, organization, and functions of cells, with emphasis on bioenergetics, membranes, organelles, genes and gene regulation, genetic control of cell division and differentiation, structure and function of biological macromolecules, particularly nucleic acids and proteins. Mechanisms of DNA replication and repair, transcription and translation will be studied, in addition to bacteriophage and eukaryotic virus biology, mobile genetic elements and genetic engineering. Lecture: 3 units) Lab: 1 unit. Additional lab fee. Prerequisites: BIO 146 and 148. Recommended: CHE125 and 125L. (4 units; Fall/Spring)
BIO330-B Bideshi, Dennis K. |
09/05/2023 | F | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center B220 |
BIO330-A Bideshi, Dennis K. |
09/05/2023 | F | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center B220 |
BIO330-B Bideshi, Dennis K. |
01/08/2024 | F | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Mission Hall 127 |
BIO330-A Bideshi, Dennis K. |
01/08/2024 | F | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Mission Hall 127 |
BIO330-A Bideshi, Dennis K. |
09/03/2024 | F | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | TBA |
BIO330-B Bideshi, Dennis K. |
09/03/2024 | F | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | TBA |
CHE351 Organic Chemistry I with Lab
An integrated mechanistic study of the nomenclature, chemical, and stereochemical properties of aliphatic hydrocarbons. Lecture: 3 units. Lab: 1 unit. Additional lab fee. Prerequisites: CHE 125 and 125L. (4 units; Fall/Spring)
CHE351-B Fossett, Lawrence A |
09/05/2023 | T | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center B218 |
CHE351-C Nalbandian, Jenifer Natee |
09/05/2023 | Th | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Yeager Center A111 |
CHE351-E Nalbandian, Jenifer Natee |
09/05/2023 | M | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Yeager Center A111 |
CHE351-A Fossett, Lawrence A |
09/05/2023 | T | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Yeager Center B218 |
CHE351-D Nalbandian, Jenifer Natee |
09/05/2023 | Th | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Yeager Center A111 |
CHE351-A Hu, Ying |
01/08/2024 | M | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 103 |
CHE351-E Nalbandian, Jenifer Natee |
09/03/2024 | M | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS 123 |
CHE351-A Fossett, Lawrence A |
09/03/2024 | T | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | TBA |
CHE351-B Fossett, Lawrence A |
09/03/2024 | T | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | TBA |
CHE351-C Nalbandian, Jenifer Natee |
09/03/2024 | Th | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS 123 |
CHE351-D Nalbandian, Jenifer Natee |
09/03/2024 | Th | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS 123 |
CHE352 Organic Chemistry II with Lab
A continuation of Chemistry 351 covering the major aliphatic and aromatic functional groups. Includes an introduction to spectroscopy. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit). Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: CHE 351. (4 units; Fall/Spring)
CHE352-A Hu, Ying |
09/05/2023 | W | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Yeager Center B112 |
CHE352-E Hu, Ying |
01/08/2024 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | Yeager Center B258 |
CHE352-C Fossett, Lawrence A |
01/08/2024 | W | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 123 |
CHE352-A Fossett, Lawrence A |
01/08/2024 | T | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 123 |
CHE352-B Fossett, Lawrence A |
01/08/2024 | T | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 123 |
CHE352-D Hu, Ying |
01/08/2024 | Th | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | Yeager Center B258 |
CHE352-A Hu, Ying |
09/03/2024 | W | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | TBA |
Practicum Requirement
Complete 3 units from the following:
BIO380 Biology Seminar
This course will introduce and reinforce the skills necessary to perform biological research including discussions of the scientific method, literature research, reading scientific journal articles, analyzing scientific data, reporting research findings in both written and visual formats, critiquing original research, and science ethics. It will also explore field work opportunities available for students. Each student will be required to present a research proposal and/or locate and prepare all necessary documents for entering an internship, field work, or research opportunity. Prerequisite: Biology major. (1 unit; Spring)
BIO380-A Antonio, Melissa |
09/05/2023 | M | 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM | BUS 104 |
BIO380-A Antonio, Melissa |
01/08/2024 | W | 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM | BUS 103 |
BIO380-A Antonio, Melissa |
09/03/2024 | M | 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM | TBA |
BIO490 Research in Biology
This class focuses on laboratory research projects and topics of current or historical interest that are not normally covered in other established courses. Content varies from year to year and is determined by both instructor and student's interest. May be repeated for a maximum of eight (8) units. Prerequisites: BIO 148; Sophomore status; and permission of Department Chair. (1-4 units; Fall/Spring/Summer)
BIO490-H Lanphere, Jacob D. |
09/05/2023 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-E Szeto, Daniel P. |
09/05/2023 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-B Park, Hyun-Woo |
09/05/2023 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-I Antonio, Melissa |
09/05/2023 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-A Bideshi, Dennis K. |
09/05/2023 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-C Prins, Bruce |
09/05/2023 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-D Koo, Bonjun |
09/05/2023 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-F Heyman, Nathanael |
09/05/2023 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-J Flores Arenas, Anabel |
09/05/2023 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-G Runyan, Stephen A. |
09/05/2023 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-E Szeto, Daniel P. |
01/08/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-G Lanphere, Jacob D. |
01/08/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-I Antonio, Melissa |
01/08/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-C Prins, Bruce |
01/08/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-D Koo, Bonjun |
01/08/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-F Heyman, Nathanael |
01/08/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-B Park, Hyun-Woo |
01/08/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-A Bideshi, Dennis K. |
01/08/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-H Runyan, Stephen A. |
01/08/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-J Flores Arenas, Anabel |
01/08/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-A Bideshi, Dennis K. |
09/03/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-B Park, Hyun-Woo |
09/03/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-C Prins, Bruce |
09/03/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-D Koo, Bonjun |
09/03/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-E Szeto, Daniel P. |
09/03/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-F Heyman, Nathanael |
09/03/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-G Runyan, Stephen A. |
09/03/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-H Lanphere, Jacob D. |
09/03/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-I Antonio, Melissa |
09/03/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC | |
BIO490-J Flores Arenas, Anabel |
09/03/2024 | - | Instructor OFFC |
BIO491 Internship in Biology
Under the advisement of a faculty member and supervising professional, the student will work or otherwise actively participate in a work/volunteer setting related to their major in Biology. This can be in an industrial, research, health care, or other approved setting. Variable (1-4) units can be earned in any one semester. May be repeated for up to 6 total units of credit. Prerequisites: Declared Biology major and Junior or Senior standing. (1-4 units; As offered)
BIO491-IN Prins, Bruce |
09/05/2023 | - | Instructor OFFC |
BIO499 Biology Capstone
This course is designed to be a culminating exercise for students to reflect upon, evaluate, and assimilate knowledge and experience they have gained by participating in a research or internship opportunity prior to this course. Students will prepare a presentation (both written and oral) that will focus on that experience. Prerequisite: Biology and Biomedical Sciences major and Junior status. (2 units; Fall/Spring)
BIO499-A Antonio, Melissa |
09/05/2023 | M | 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM | BUS 104 |
BIO499-A Antonio, Melissa |
01/08/2024 | W | 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM | BUS 103 |
BIO499-A Antonio, Melissa |
09/03/2024 | M | 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM | TBA |
Concentration Courses (16-20 units)
Students must complete all requirements in one of the following concentrations:
- Environmental Science
- General Biology
- Secondary Biology Education
Environmental Science (16 units)
BIO114 General Botany with Lab
A study of the physiology, morphology, reproduction, and a survey of the plant kingdom, including fungi, algae, liverworts, mosses, ferns, gymnosperms and angiosperms. Emphasis will be placed on the development, reproduction and the relevance of plants to humans. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit). Additional lab fee. (4 units; Spring)
BIO114-B Lanphere, Jacob D. |
01/08/2024 | Th | 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Yeager Center B252 |
BIO114-A Lanphere, Jacob D. |
01/08/2024 | Th | 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Yeager Center B252 |
BIO302 Ecology with Lab
The study of the interrelations of plants and animals in relation to the environment. Field study and local ecology are emphasized. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: BIO 114, 143, or 146. (4 units; Spring)
BIO302-A Koo, Bonjun |
01/08/2024 | W | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Mission Hall 127 |
BIO302-B Koo, Bonjun |
01/08/2024 | W | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Mission Hall 127 |
ENV360 Environmental Chemistry with Lab
Environmental Chemistry is intended to provide the student with an understanding of the key environmental problems our world faces, by exploring the chemistry of our air, water, and soil and integrating this in order to describe human and ecological exposures to chemicals in the environment. Lecture: 3 units. Lab: 1 unit. Additional lab fee. Prerequisites: CHE 125, 125L, and either BIO 146 or BIO 148. (4 units; Spring, odd years)
SCI412 Topics Marine Science
This class deals with research projects and topics of current or historical interest which are not normally covered in other established courses. Content variable from year to year. Prerequisite: BIO 148. (1-4 units; As offered)
SCI412-A Lanphere, Jacob D. |
09/04/2023 | Sa | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | BUS OTHR |
SCI412-A Lanphere, Jacob D. |
03/04/2024 | Sa | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | BUS OTHR |
SCI412-A Lanphere, Jacob D. |
09/02/2024 | Sa | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Mission Hall OTHR |
General Biology (16 units)
BIO114 General Botany with Lab
A study of the physiology, morphology, reproduction, and a survey of the plant kingdom, including fungi, algae, liverworts, mosses, ferns, gymnosperms and angiosperms. Emphasis will be placed on the development, reproduction and the relevance of plants to humans. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit). Additional lab fee. (4 units; Spring)
BIO114-B Lanphere, Jacob D. |
01/08/2024 | Th | 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Yeager Center B252 |
BIO114-A Lanphere, Jacob D. |
01/08/2024 | Th | 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Yeager Center B252 |
Complete 12 additional upper division units in biology and SCI 412.
Secondary Biology Education (20 units)
BIO114 General Botany with Lab
A study of the physiology, morphology, reproduction, and a survey of the plant kingdom, including fungi, algae, liverworts, mosses, ferns, gymnosperms and angiosperms. Emphasis will be placed on the development, reproduction and the relevance of plants to humans. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit). Additional lab fee. (4 units; Spring)
BIO114-B Lanphere, Jacob D. |
01/08/2024 | Th | 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Yeager Center B252 |
BIO114-A Lanphere, Jacob D. |
01/08/2024 | Th | 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Yeager Center B252 |
BIO302 Ecology with Lab
The study of the interrelations of plants and animals in relation to the environment. Field study and local ecology are emphasized. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: BIO 114, 143, or 146. (4 units; Spring)
BIO302-A Koo, Bonjun |
01/08/2024 | W | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Mission Hall 127 |
BIO302-B Koo, Bonjun |
01/08/2024 | W | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Mission Hall 127 |
BIO344 Vertebrate Physiology with Lab
Principles of physiology and the function of vertebrate organ systems with emphasis on human. Lecture: 3 units. Lab: 1 unit. Additional lab fee. Prerequisites: BIO 148, CHE 115, and 115L. (4 units; Spring)
BIO344-A Runyan, Stephen A. |
01/08/2024 | Th | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Yeager Center B222 |
ENV451 Advanced Geoscience with Lab
An advanced study of the geosciences including the areas of astronomy, meteorology and climate, geology, and oceanography. The laboratory experience is designed to illustrate and reinforce geosciences principles and to introduce basic geosciences laboratory techniques. Lecture: 3 units. Lab: 1 unit. Additional lab fee. Prerequisites: CHE 115 and 115L. (4 units; Fall/Spring)
ENV451-A Lanphere, Jacob D. |
09/05/2023 | Th | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | Mission Hall 124 |
ENV451-A Koo, Bonjun |
01/08/2024 | T | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | BUS 124 |
ENV451-A Lanphere, Jacob D. |
09/03/2024 | Th | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | TBA |
PHY301 Astronomy II
The main focus of the course is on complex concepts from extra-solar astrophysics (astronomy outside of our solar system), including star formation, stellar evolution, supernova and stellar remnants, black holes, galaxy formation, dark matter, the large-scale structure of the universe, and the Creation of the universe. The purpose of this course is to provide a broad baseline of conceptual understanding. Student will also learn how to analyze and understand new discoveries in astronomy as they are related directly to the professional astronomical community, in addition to understanding astronomy articles that are presented through more mainstream media. Prerequisites: PHY113, 201, or 214. (3 units; Spring, odd years)
PHY301L Astronomy II Lab
This laboratory course focuses on studying the laws of physics related to astronomy. It is intended as an upper division general education course in astronomy. The purpose of this course is to give a broad experiential understanding of the process of analyzing data from telescopes, integrating real astronomical data with astronomical concepts such as the expansion of the universe and supernova explosion. Additional lab fee. Pre- or Co- Requisite: PHY 301. (1 unit; Spring, odd years)
Recommended Courses
PHY214D Physics I Discussion
This discussion section is designed to be taken concurrently with PHY 214 - Physics I. Emphasis will be placed on problem solving and computational techniques, and is meant to reinforce topics in mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, waves, sound, and the mathematical methods of physics. Pass/Fail. Concurrent Requisite: PHY 214. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)
PHY214D-B Choi, Hyung S |
09/05/2023 | W | 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM | The Village at CBU 300 |
PHY214D-A Choi, Hyung S |
09/05/2023 | W | 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM | Health Science Campus L247 |
PHY214D-A Chediak, Juan A. |
01/08/2024 | M | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | James Complex 122 |
PHY214D-A Choi, Hyung S |
09/03/2024 | W | 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM | TBA |
PHY224D Physics II Discussion
This discussion section is designed to be taken concurrently with Physics II. Emphasis will be placed on problem solving and computational techniques, and is meant to reinforce topics in waves, optics, electricity, and thermodynamics. Pass/Fail. Concurrent Requisite: PHY 224. (1 unit; Spring)
PHY224D-A Buchholz, James R |
01/08/2024 | M | 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM | BUS 250 |