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Biology Transfer Degree Program
This program area provides general instruction in the life sciences to prepare students for transfer programs in a wide variety of fields including biology, environmental science, and medical sciences.
A student’s class choices should be chosen with their area of emphasis and transfer institution in mind. See your advisor for enrollment information and transfer institution requirements.
Most students who decide to major in Biology at a four-year institution will plan a course of study that will lead to an Associate in Science Degree.
To complete an associate degree the program emphasis credit hours and the general education credit hours, which must be taken from the list approved by the General Education Committee, must total at least 64 credit hours.
Recommended Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL-101 | General Biology | 5 |
| BIOL-206 | Biology I: Cellular and Molecular Biology | 5 |
| BIOL-208 | Biology II: Organismic Biology | 5 |
| BIOL-203 | Anatomy and Physiology | 5 |
| BIOL-204 | Microbiology | 5 |
Description of Courses
BIOL-101. General Biology. 5 Hours. A general education course of selected principles in biological science for the non-science major. Designed to acquaint the student with the fundamental principles and processes of life. Includes scientific method, basic chemistry, cell structure and function, genetics, evolution and ecology. Laboratory activities will demonstrate principles discussed in class. The learning outcomes and competencies detailed in this outline meet, or exceed, the learning outcomes and competencies specified by the Kansas Core Outcomes Project for this course, as approved by the Kansas Board of Regents (Transfers as BIO1010).
BIOL-103. Environmental Science. 5 Hours. A basic ecological approach to the diversity of life forms in various environments, and the impacts of human activities on these environments will be studied. Causes of and solutions to air and water pollution, soil erosion and pest problems, loss of biodiversity, deforestation, energy depletion and possible climate changes are featured. It includes discussion of remedy techniques, risk assessment and environmental legislation. Laboratory activities and field trips demonstrate principles discussed in class. The course includes three
credit hours of lecture and two credit hours of lab.
BIOL-105. Principles of Heredity. 3 Hours. This course focuses on the laws and theories of heredity with emphasis on man. It will include the study of the structure and function of genes and the process by which genes are transferred from one generation to the next.
BIOL-111. Wildlife Biology. 3 Hours. An introduction to important wild mammal, bird and fish species and the ecological principles upon which wildlife conservation management is based. Habitat needs and manipulations, animal behavior, hunting and fishing regulations and protection of endangered wildlife are included. Three hours lecture per week, plus 8 two-hour field studies of wildlife in various habitats. Offered as needed.
BIOL-113. Environmental Science: Honors. 5 Hours. A basic ecological approach to the diversity of life forms in various environments, and the impacts of human activities on these environments will be studied. Causes of and solutions to air and water pollution, soil erosion and pest problems, loss of biodiversity, deforestation, energy depletion and possible climate changes are featured. It includes discussion of remediation techniques, risk assessment and environmental legislation. Laboratory activities and field trips demonstrate principles discussed in class. Students will read and discuss various conflicting opinions on environmental problems and solutions. The course includes three credit hours of lecture and two credit hours of lab. Prerequisites: Enrollees must be members of the CCC Honors Program, or obtain permission from the Honors Program Coordinator.
BIOL-202. General Botany. 5 Hours. This is an introductory course designed to acquaint the student with the fundamental relationships between plants and animals. The course includes three credit hours of lecture and two credit hours of lab. This course is designed for Biology majors. A strong high school biology background or General Biology is recommended.
BIOL-203. Anatomy and Physiology. 5 Hours. This course covers the study of the structure and functions of the parts of the human body. The course includes three credit hours of lecture and two credit hours of lab. Prerequisite: General Biology or permission of instructor.
BIOL-204. Microbiology. 5 Hours. This is a beginning course in the study of microorganisms, designed to acquaint the student with various forms of bacteria, fungi, protozoa and algae. Morphology, life cycles, metabolism and economic importance of microorganisms are stressed. The course includes three credit hours of lecture and two credit hours of lab. Prerequisite: General Biology or permission of the instructor.
BIOL-205. Field Biology. 3 Hours. This course uses lecture and field techniques used in classification, identification and ecology of the regional flora, fauna and geological features of the region. Field work will also concentrate on study of fresh water systems including field studies of bacteria, fungi and parasites and the significance of the various groups. Methods of collection and treating specimens for isolation will be included.
BIOL-206. Biology I: Cellular and Molecular Biology. 5 Hours. The first in a series of two introductory biology classes designed for biology majors to provide the foundation for advanced courses in biological science. This course includes an in-depth study of fundamental biological concepts, including basic molecular chemistry, cell structure and function, molecular and classical genetics. Laboratory activities will demonstrate principles discussed in class. The learning outcomes and competencies detailed in this course outline meet or exceed the learning outcomes and competencies specified by the Kansas Core Outcomes Groups project for this course as approved by the Kansas Board of Regents (Transfers as BIO1020).
BIOL-208. Biology II: Organismic Biology. 5 Hours. The second in a series of two introductory biology classes designed for biology majors. This course focuses on evolutionary relationships, diversity of living organisms, structure and function of living organisms and ecology. Laboratory activities will demonstrate principles discussed in class and will include dissections. The learning outcomes and competencies detailed in this course outline meet or exceed the learning outcomes and competencies specified by the Kansas Core Outcomes Groups project for this course as approved by the Kansas Board of Regents (Transfers as BIO1030). Prerequisites: BIOL 101 or BIOL 206 or Instructor consent.
BIOL-210. Pathophysiology. 3 Hours. This course is designed for the study of the human body. Aspects specifically covered in this course will include the body functions and abnormalities resulting from various human diseases. Prerequisite: General Biology or permission of instructor.