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