Lower Division Requirements

 

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
BIO101-A
Prins, Bruce
01/08/2024 T 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Mission Hall 127
BIO101-B
Fuller, Ryan Nicholaus
09/03/2024 Th 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Park Building 203
BIO101-A
Fuller, Ryan Nicholaus
09/03/2024 T 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Park Building 203
BIO101-A
Prins, Bruce
01/13/2025 T 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM TBA

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
BIO146-A
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-C
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 James Complex 191
BIO146-F
Koo, Bonjun
09/03/2024 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Yeager Center A112
BIO146-J
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-L
Koo, Bonjun
09/03/2024 Th 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Yeager Center A112
BIO146-A
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-K
Koo, Bonjun
09/03/2024 Th 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Yeager Center A112
BIO146-E
Koo, Bonjun
09/03/2024 W 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-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-H
Koo, Bonjun
09/03/2024 T 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Yeager Center A112
BIO146-A
Koo, Bonjun
01/13/2025 M 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Mission Hall 109
BIO146-B
Koo, Bonjun
01/13/2025 M 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Mission Hall 109
BIO146-C
Koo, Bonjun
01/13/2025 M 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Mission Hall 109
BIO146-A
Koo, Bonjun
05/05/2025 M 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM TBA

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
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-B
Zeidan, Effat
01/08/2024 M 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Mission Hall 109
BIO148-A
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
BIO148-A
Zeidan, Effat
01/13/2025 M 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Mission Hall 124
BIO148-B
Zeidan, Effat
01/13/2025 M 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Mission Hall 124
BIO148-C
Zeidan, Effat
01/13/2025 M 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Mission Hall 124
BIO148-D
Zeidan, Effat
01/13/2025 T 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Mission Hall 124
BIO148-E
Zeidan, Effat
01/13/2025 T 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Mission Hall 124
BIO148-F
Zeidan, Effat
01/13/2025 T 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Mission Hall 124

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
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 Park Building 202
CHE115-D
Schacht, Patrick C.
09/03/2024 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Mission Hall 124
CHE115-C
Ferko, Thomas E.
09/03/2024 MWF 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Yeager Center A110
CHE115-B
Schacht, Patrick C.
09/03/2024 MWF 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Yeager Center A111
CHE115-B
Suzuki, Satoru
01/13/2025 MWF 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Yeager Center A110
CHE115-A
Tsai, Jones
01/13/2025 TTh 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM Mission Hall 109

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
CHE115L-A
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/08/2024 M 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-F
Zhou, Huajun A.
01/08/2024 W 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-D
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/08/2024 T 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-E
Lewis, Joshua I.
01/08/2024 T 5:30 PM - 8:15 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-G
Zhou, Huajun A.
01/08/2024 W 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-C
Haynes, Stacy E.
01/08/2024 M 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-B
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/08/2024 M 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-D
Ketenbrink, Brittany
09/03/2024 T 7:30 AM - 10:15 AM James Complex 240
CHE115L-I
Ketenbrink, Brittany
09/03/2024 W 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE115L-E
Ketenbrink, Brittany
09/03/2024 T 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE115L-C
Ketenbrink, Brittany
09/03/2024 M 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE115L-G
Ketenbrink, Brittany
09/03/2024 W 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE115L-A
Ketenbrink, Brittany
09/03/2024 M 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE115L-F
Ketenbrink, Brittany
09/03/2024 T 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE115L-K
Ketenbrink, Brittany
09/03/2024 Th 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE115L-J
Ketenbrink, Brittany
09/03/2024 Th 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE115L-H
Ketenbrink, Brittany
09/03/2024 W 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE115L-B
Ketenbrink, Brittany
09/03/2024 M 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE115L-A
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/13/2025 M 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-B
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/13/2025 M 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-C
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/13/2025 M 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-D
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/13/2025 T 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-E
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/13/2025 T 5:30 PM - 8:15 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-F
Zhou, Huajun A.
01/13/2025 W 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE115L-G
Zhou, Huajun A.
01/13/2025 W 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM James Complex 235

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
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 BUS 253
CHE125-A
Hu, Ying
09/03/2024 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM TBA
CHE125-A
Hu, Ying
01/13/2025 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM TBA
CHE125-C
Suzuki, Satoru
01/13/2025 MWF 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Yeager Center A110
CHE125-B
Schacht, Patrick C.
01/13/2025 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM Mission Hall 124
CHE125-A
Suzuki, Satoru
05/05/2025 TTh 9:30 AM - 12:15 PM TBA

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
CHE125L-C
Haynes, Stacy E.
01/08/2024 T 5:30 PM - 8:15 PM James Complex 240
CHE125L-G
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/08/2024 M 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE125L-B
Haynes, Stacy E.
01/08/2024 T 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE125L-E
Suzuki, Satoru
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-A
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/08/2024 W 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-B
Hu, Ying
09/03/2024 F 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE125L-A
Hu, Ying
09/03/2024 T 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM James Complex 235
CHE125L-A
Hu, Ying
01/13/2025 W 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE125L-B
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/13/2025 T 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE125L-C
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/13/2025 T 5:30 PM - 8:15 PM James Complex 240
CHE125L-D
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/13/2025 Th 7:30 AM - 10:15 AM James Complex 240
CHE125L-E
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/13/2025 F 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE125L-F
Ketenbrink, Brittany
01/13/2025 M 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 240
CHE125L-A
Suzuki, Satoru
05/05/2025 T 1:15 PM - 4:30 PM James Complex 236

The first course in a 2-semester calculus-based physics sequence for science and mathematics majors. A study of mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, waves, sound, and the mathematical methods of physics. Should be taken with PHY 214L - Physics for Scientists I Lab and PHY 214D - Physics for Scientists I Discussion. Prerequisite: MAT 145 or 245. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
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 252
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
PHY214-A
Choi, Hyung S
01/13/2025 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Health Science Campus V295
PHY214-A
Buchholz, James R
05/05/2025 Th 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM Park Building

This laboratory course, designed to be taken concurrently with PHY 214 - Physics for Scientists I, emphasizes scientific measuring and reporting techniques. Observational laboratories will reinforce topics in mechanics, including kinematics, Newton's Laws, momentum, energy, waves, sound, and thermodynamics. Additional course fee. Pre- or Co- Requisite: PHY 214. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
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-B
Buchholz, James R
05/06/2024 Sa 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM James Complex 121
PHY214L-A
Buchholz, James R
05/06/2024 Sa 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM James Complex 122
PHY214L-F
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 W 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM James Complex 122
PHY214L-C
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 M 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM James Complex 122
PHY214L-B
Grant, Ted William
09/03/2024 M 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 122
PHY214L-E
Buchholz, James R
09/03/2024 W 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 122
PHY214L-D
Choi, Hyung S
09/03/2024 T 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM James Complex 122
PHY214L-A
Choi, Hyung S
09/03/2024 M 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM James Complex 122
PHY214L-A
STAFF, STAFF
01/13/2025 Th 5:30 PM - 8:15 PM James Complex 122
PHY214L-B
Choi, Hyung S
01/13/2025 F 1:15 PM - 4:00 PM James Complex 122
PHY214L-A
Buchholz, James R
05/05/2025 Sa 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM James Complex 122

The second course in a 2-semester calculus-based physics sequence for science and mathematics majors. Includes a study of electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, optics, and modern physics topics. Should be taken with PHY 224L - Physics for Scientists II Lab and PHY 224D - Physics for Scientists II Discussion. Prerequisite: PHY 214. (3 units; Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
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
Snapp-Kolas, Christopher R.
07/01/2024 Th 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM BUS 253
PHY224-A
Buchholz, James R
01/13/2025 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Park Building 204
PHY224-B
Buchholz, James R
01/13/2025 MWF 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Park Building 204
PHY224-A
Buchholz, James R
06/30/2025 Th 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM Park Building

This laboratory course, designed to be taken concurrently with Physics for Scientists II, emphasizes scientific measuring and reporting techniques. Observational laboratories will reinforce topics in electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Additional lab fee. Pre- or Co- Requisite: PHY 224. (1 unit; Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
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-A
Lee, Yeon_Suk
01/08/2024 M 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 121
PHY224L-C
Ahab, Atika S.
01/08/2024 T 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM James Complex 121
PHY224L-D
Grant, Ted William
01/08/2024 W 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 121
PHY224L-B
Snapp-Kolas, Christopher R.
07/01/2024 Sa 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM James Complex 122
PHY224L-A
Snapp-Kolas, Christopher R.
07/01/2024 Sa 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM James Complex 121
PHY224L-A
Grant, Ted William
01/13/2025 M 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 121
PHY224L-B
STAFF, STAFF
01/13/2025 M 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM James Complex 121
PHY224L-C
STAFF, STAFF
01/13/2025 T 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM James Complex 121
PHY224L-D
STAFF, STAFF
01/13/2025 W 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM James Complex 121
PHY224L-E
STAFF, STAFF
01/13/2025 W 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM James Complex 121
PHY224L-A
Buchholz, James R
06/30/2025 Sa 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM James Complex 121

Mathematical theory and applications, development of formulae, principles of statistical decision theory, descriptive measurements, probability concepts, random variables, normal distribution, inferential statistics, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, chi-squared procedures, linear regression, and the use of computers in statistics. (3 units; Fall, Spring, & Online)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
STA144-A
Carothers, Linn E.
01/08/2024 MWF 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM BUS 252
STA144-B
Carothers, Linn E.
01/08/2024 MWF 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM BUS 203
STA144-A
Carothers, Linn E.
05/06/2024 - Online
STA144-B
Carothers, Linn E.
07/01/2024 - Online
STA144-C
Nielsen Hernandez, Michelle
09/03/2024 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM TBA
STA144-B
Carothers, Linn E.
09/03/2024 MWF 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM TBA
STA144-A
Carothers, Linn E.
09/03/2024 MWF 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM TBA
STA144-A
Carothers, Linn E.
01/13/2025 MWF 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM TBA
STA144-B
Carothers, Linn E.
01/13/2025 MWF 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM Park Building 203
STA144-A
Carothers, Linn E.
05/05/2025 - Online
STA144-B
Carothers, Linn E.
06/30/2025 - Online

Choose one (1) of the following:

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
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
Blueford, Luke E.
07/01/2024 MTWTh 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mission Hall 125
MAT145-B
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 MWF 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM TBA
MAT145-A
Sill, Michael R.
09/03/2024 Th 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM TBA
MAT145-B
STAFF, STAFF
01/13/2025 Th 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Health Science Campus V295
MAT145-A
Kish, Stephan C
01/13/2025 MWF 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM Park Building 123
MAT145-A
STAFF, STAFF
06/30/2025 MTWTh 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM TBA

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MAT245-A
Curry, Brad
01/08/2024 MWF 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Yeager Center ONLN
MAT245-B
Curry, Brad
01/08/2024 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Yeager Center 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
MAT245-A
Curry, Brad
01/13/2025 MWF 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Park Building ONLN
MAT245-B
Curry, Brad
01/13/2025 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Park Building ONLN
MAT245-A
Willett, Robert James
05/05/2025 - Online

 

Upper Division Requirements

 

A general survey of microorganisms with an emphasis on bacteria. The study includes morphologic characteristics, growth, reproduction, metabolism, genetics and taxonomy of bacteria; a general survey of viruses, fungi, protozoans and algae; and microbiology of food, water, soil and industry. Mechanisms of pathogenesis and control of microorganisms of human relevance will also be introduced. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit). Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: BIO 146 or 153. Recommended: High school chemistry or CHE 102. (4 units; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
BIO305-A
Park, Hyun-Woo
01/08/2024 T 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Yeager Center B252
BIO305-B
Park, Hyun-Woo
01/08/2024 T 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Yeager Center B252
BIO305-C
Park, Hyun-Woo
01/08/2024 Th 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Yeager Center B221
BIO305-A
Park, Hyun-Woo
05/06/2024 Th 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Yeager Center B218
BIO305-B
Park, Hyun-Woo
05/06/2024 T 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Yeager Center B218
BIO305-C
Park, Hyun-Woo
09/03/2024 T 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM TBA
BIO305-A
Park, Hyun-Woo
09/03/2024 Th 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM TBA
BIO305-B
Park, Hyun-Woo
09/03/2024 Th 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM TBA
BIO305-A
Park, Hyun-Woo
01/13/2025 T 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM TBA
BIO305-B
Park, Hyun-Woo
01/13/2025 T 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM TBA
BIO305-C
Park, Hyun-Woo
01/13/2025 Th 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM TBA
BIO305-A
Park, Hyun-Woo
05/05/2025 Th 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM TBA
BIO305-B
Park, Hyun-Woo
05/05/2025 T 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM TBA

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
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-B
Bideshi, Dennis K.
09/03/2024 F 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM TBA
BIO330-A
Bideshi, Dennis K.
09/03/2024 F 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM TBA
BIO330-A
Bideshi, Dennis K.
01/13/2025 F 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM TBA
BIO330-B
Bideshi, Dennis K.
01/13/2025 F 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM TBA

This courses is designed for students with a primary interest in careers in medicine, dentistry, and other allied healthcare professions, and graduate education in biological sciences and biochemistry. Included is the detailed study of histology and structure and function of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems, correlated by laboratory experience and demonstration. Lab will incorporate current selected relevant peer-reviewed scientific literature and problem-based learning to facilitate students' introductory knowledge of common pathologies, diagnoses, and treatment, along with integration of virtual human cadaver (anatomage) and advanced physiology equipment. Prerequisites: BIO 146, 148, CHE 125, and 125L. (4 units; Fall)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
BIO353-B
Runyan, Stephen A.
09/03/2024 T 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM Mission Hall 124
BIO353-A
Runyan, Stephen A.
09/03/2024 T 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM Mission Hall 124
BIO353-C
Runyan, Stephen A.
09/03/2024 T 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM Mission Hall 124

This course is a continuation of BIO 353, and includes the detailed study of the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, immune and lymphatic systems, gastrointestinal system, urinary system, and reproductive systems, correlated with laboratory experience and demonstration. Lab will incorporate current selected relevant peer-reviewed scientific literature and problem-based learning to facilitate students' introductory knowledge of common pathologies, diagnoses, and treatment, along with integration of virtual human cadaver (anatomage) and advanced physiology equipment. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit). Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: BIO 353. (4 units; Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
BIO363-B
Heyman, Nathanael
01/08/2024 W 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM BUS 204
BIO363-A
Heyman, Nathanael
01/08/2024 T 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM BUS 204
BIO363-C
Heyman, Nathanael
01/08/2024 Th 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM BUS 204
BIO363-A
Heyman, Nathanael
01/13/2025 T 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM Health Science Campus L243
BIO363-B
Heyman, Nathanael
01/13/2025 W 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM Health Science Campus L243
BIO363-C
Heyman, Nathanael
01/13/2025 Th 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM Health Science Campus L243

This course will introduce the student to basic and clinical pharmacology as related to the promotion of health and alleviation of disease. The course will consider drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, elimination, and pharmacodynamic effects on the human body. Prescription drug classification, function and uses will be introduced with emphasis on the impact medically prescribed drug classification, function and uses will be introduced with emphasis on the impact medically prescribed drugs will have on the patient. Students will increase their understanding of drug design and action, as well as their understanding of disease and pharmacotherapeutic treatment. Prerequisites: BIO 330 or CHE 443; and BIO 344 or 353, or both BIO 153 and 163. (4 units; Fall)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
BIO440-A
Prins, Bruce
01/08/2024 W 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM Mission Hall 126
BIO440-A
Prins, Bruce
09/03/2024 W 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM TBA
BIO440-A
Prins, Bruce
01/13/2025 W 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM TBA

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
CHE351-A
Hu, Ying
01/08/2024 M 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM BUS 103
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-E
Nalbandian, Jenifer Natee
09/03/2024 M 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Park Building 123
CHE351-C
Nalbandian, Jenifer Natee
09/03/2024 Th 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Park Building 123
CHE351-D
Nalbandian, Jenifer Natee
09/03/2024 Th 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Park Building 123
CHE351-A
Hu, Ying
01/13/2025 M 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM TBA

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
CHE352-C
Fossett, Lawrence A
01/08/2024 W 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Mission Hall 124
CHE352-D
Hu, Ying
01/08/2024 Th 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Yeager Center B258
CHE352-A
Fossett, Lawrence A
01/08/2024 T 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Mission Hall 124
CHE352-B
Fossett, Lawrence A
01/08/2024 T 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Mission Hall 124
CHE352-A
Hu, Ying
09/03/2024 W 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM TBA
CHE352-A
Fossett, Lawrence A
01/13/2025 T 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Mission Hall 109
CHE352-B
Fossett, Lawrence A
01/13/2025 T 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Mission Hall 109
CHE352-C
Fossett, Lawrence A
01/13/2025 Th 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Mission Hall 109
CHE352-D
Nalbandian, Jenifer Natee
01/13/2025 Th 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM TBA
CHE352-E
Nalbandian, Jenifer Natee
01/13/2025 W 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM TBA

A survey of the chemical reactions in living systems. Attention given to enzymes. Lecture: 3 units. Lab: 1 unit. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: CHE 351 (BIO 146 recommended). (4 units; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
CHE443-B
Tsai, Jones
01/08/2024 W 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Yeager Center A111
CHE443-A
Tsai, Jones
01/08/2024 T 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Yeager Center A111
CHE443-B
Tsai, Jones
09/03/2024 T 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM TBA
CHE443-A
Tsai, Jones
09/03/2024 M 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM TBA
CHE443-A
Tsai, Jones
01/13/2025 T 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Health Science Campus L243
CHE443-B
Tsai, Jones
01/13/2025 W 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Health Science Campus L243

Research & Elective Courses

 

Upper Division Research Requirements

Complete at least 2 units of the following:

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
BIO490-G
Lanphere, Jacob D.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-I
Antonio, Melissa
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-D
Koo, Bonjun
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-C
Prins, Bruce
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-D
Koo, Bonjun
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-E
Szeto, Daniel P.
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-K
Fuller, Ryan Nicholaus
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-F
Heyman, Nathanael
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-C
Prins, Bruce
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-G
Runyan, Stephen A.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-J
Flores Arenas, Anabel
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-A
Bideshi, Dennis K.
01/13/2025 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-B
Park, Hyun-Woo
01/13/2025 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-C
Prins, Bruce
01/13/2025 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-D
Koo, Bonjun
01/13/2025 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-E
Szeto, Daniel P.
01/13/2025 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-F
Heyman, Nathanael
01/13/2025 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-G
Lanphere, Jacob D.
01/13/2025 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-H
Runyan, Stephen A.
01/13/2025 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-I
Antonio, Melissa
01/13/2025 - Instructor OFFC
BIO490-J
Flores Arenas, Anabel
01/13/2025 - Instructor OFFC

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
BIO491-IN
Prins, Bruce
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
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
BIO499-A
Antonio, Melissa
01/13/2025 W 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM TBA

 

Upper Division Electives

Complete 8 units from the following:

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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
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-B
Szeto, Daniel P.
09/03/2024 Th 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Park Building 124
BIO313-A
Szeto, Daniel P.
09/03/2024 Th 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Park Building 124
BIO313-D
Szeto, Daniel P.
09/03/2024 Th 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Park Building 124
BIO313-C
Szeto, Daniel P.
09/03/2024 Th 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Park Building 124
BIO313-A
Szeto, Daniel P.
01/13/2025 Th 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM TBA
BIO313-B
Szeto, Daniel P.
01/13/2025 Th 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM TBA

Descriptive and experimental study of the vertebrate embryonic development. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit). Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: BIO 146. (4 units; Fall)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
BIO324-A
Antonio, Melissa
01/08/2024 W 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM BUS 104
BIO324-A
Antonio, Melissa
09/03/2024 Th 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM TBA
BIO324-A
Antonio, Melissa
01/13/2025 W 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM TBA

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. May be repeated with change in topic for a maximum of twelve (12) units of credit. (1-4 units; As offered)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
BIO412-C
Borson, Sheldon Dale,, III
01/08/2024 M 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Mission Hall 125
BIO412-A
Prins, Bruce
01/08/2024 TTh 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Yeager Center B258
BIO412-A
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 Th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM TBA
BIO412-B
STAFF, STAFF
01/13/2025 M 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM TBA
BIO412-A
Prins, Bruce
01/13/2025 TTh 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM TBA

The overall goal of this course is to increase the student's awareness of the molecular, cellular, and genetic mechanisms that lead to cancer formation. This course specifically focuses on the regulation of signal transduction pathways, cell cycle entry and progression, programmed cell death, and ultimately the behavior of cancer cells as they metastasize leading to a terminal disease. Lecture with discussion. Prerequisites: BIO 146, and 330 or CHE 443. (4 units; Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
BIO425-A
Antonio, Melissa
01/08/2024 TTh 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Yeager Center B111
BIO425-A
Antonio, Melissa
01/13/2025 TTh 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM TBA

This course is designed for upper division biology students, particularly those enrolled in the pre-medical and pre-health sciences. Various aspects of the immune system, including the cellular, molecular, and physiological aspects of innate and antibody and cell-mediated adaptive immunity, as they relate to pathogenesis will be covered in the course. Additional lab fee. Prerequisites: BIO 146 and 148. Recommended: BIO 305 and 330. (4 units; Spring, odd years)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
BIO489-A
Flores Arenas, Anabel
01/08/2024 T 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Health Science Campus L247
BIO489-A
Flores Arenas, Anabel
01/13/2025 T 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM TBA

Recommended Courses

 

This discussion section is designed to be taken concurrently with PHY 214 - Physics for Scientists 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)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
PHY214D-A
Chediak, Juan A.
01/08/2024 M 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Yeager Center A111
PHY214D-A
Choi, Hyung S
09/03/2024 W 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM TBA
PHY214D-B
Buchholz, James R
09/03/2024 W 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM TBA
PHY214D-A
Chediak, Juan A.
01/13/2025 Th 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM TBA

This discussion section is designed to be taken concurrently with Physics for Scientists II. Emphasis will be placed on problem solving and computational techniques, and is meant to reinforce topics in electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Pass/Fail. Concurrent Requisite: PHY 224. (1 unit; Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
PHY224D-A
Buchholz, James R
01/08/2024 M 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM BUS 250
PHY224D-A
Buchholz, James R
01/13/2025 M 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM Park Building