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Course Descriptions
232 • Phoenix College 2005-2006 Catalog
BIO181
General Biology (Majors) I
4 credits 6 periods lecture & lab
Principles of structure and function of
living things at molecular, cellular, and
organismic levels of organization. Field
trips may be required at students'
expense. Prerequisites: None. One year
of high school chemistry or one semester
of college-level chemistry is strongly
recommended.
BIO182
General Biology (Majors) II
4 credits 6 periods lecture & lab
Additional principles of structure and
function of living things at molecular,
cellular, and organismic and higher
levels of organization. Field trips may be
required at students' expense.
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better
in BIO181.
BIO201
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
4 credits 6 periods lecture & lab
Study of structure and function of the
human body. Topics include cells, tissues,
integumentary system, skeletal system,
muscular system, and nervous system.
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better
in BIO156, or BIO181.
BIO202
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
4 credits 6 periods lecture & lab
Continuation of structure and function of
the human body. Topics include
endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic,
respiratory, digestive, urinary, and
reproductive systems; and fluid and
electrolyte balance. Prerequisites: A
grade of “C” or better in BIO201.
BIO205
Microbiology
4 credits 6 periods lecture & lab
Study of microorganisms and their
relationship to health, ecology, and
related fields. Prerequisites: A grade of
“C” or better in BIO156, or BIO181.
BIO214
Biotechnology Internship
4 credits 4 periods lecture
Internship experience in a biotechnology
laboratory. Requires 320 clock hours in
the laboratory setting. Setting, achieving,
and evaluating goals for hands-on
learning experience in a biotechnology
laboratory. Development of skills and
knowledge needed to work in a
biotechnology laboratory. Prerequisites:
Permission of program director.
Corequisites: BIO212AC.
BIO215
Biotechnology Internship
3 credits 3 periods lecture
Internship experience in a biotechnology
laboratory. Requires 240 clock hours in
the laboratory setting. Setting, achieving,
and evaluating goals for hands-on
learning experience in a biotechnology
laboratory. Development of skills and
knowledge needed to work in a
biotechnology laboratory. Prerequisites:
Permission of Program Director and
(BIO212AA or BIO212BA). Course Note:
May be taken repeated for a total of six
(6) credits.
BIO219
Geographic Information Systems and
Global Positioning Systems in
Environmental Investigations
4 credits 6 periods lecture & lab
Hands-on experience using Geographic
Information Systems (GIS) and Global
Positioning Systems (GPS) in
environmental investigations. Practical
integration of biological data collected
with GPS into real-world environmental
applications. Prerequisites: None.
Course Note: May receive credit for only
one of the following: BIO219 or GPH219.
BIO247
Applied Biosciences: Biotechnology
4 credits 6 periods lecture & lab
Applies concepts of molecular and
cellular biology of bacteria, animals, and
plants to real-world problems.
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better
in BIO181. One semester of college-level
chemistry or equivalent recommended.
BIO298AA, AB, AC
Special Projects
1-3 credits 1-3 periods lab
Organized and tailored around the
interests and needs of the individual
student. Structured to provide an
atmosphere of individualized research
and study paralleled by professional
expertise and guidance. Professionaltype
facilities and equipment are made
available for student use. Allows the best
aspects of independent study and
individualized learning to be combined
to maximize student development.
Prerequisites: None.
BLT – Building Safety &
Construction Technology
BLT120
Techniques of Building Inspection
3 credits 3 periods lecture
Theory and practice of zoning,
foundation, structural, mechanical and
electrical inspection in modern
residential and commercial construction.
Prerequisites: None.
BLT122
Basic Engineering for Building
Inspectors and Contractors I
3 credits 3 periods lecture
Basic engineering mechanics, gravity
loads, shears, bending moments, wood
frame construction, deck joints, beams,
columns, bracing and shear walls.
Prerequisites: BLT120 and MAT187 or
equivalent, or departmental permission.
BLT124
Designing for the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA)
3 credits 3 periods lecture
In-depth analysis of federal standards
described in the Americans with
Disabilities Act(ADA). Reviews the state
of Arizona's enforcement document
(AzDAAG). Focuses on helping
designers, architects, and building
officials create barrier-free buildings and
facilities. Prerequisites: None.
BLT126
Soil Mechanics
3 credits 3 periods lecture
Soil conditions as related to modern
building requirements. Topics include
bearing value, classification and
identification, exploration and
samplings, behavior of fills, compaction,
subsurface drainage, and field sampling.
Prerequisites: MAT182 or MAT187.
BLT128
Mechanical Codes
3 credits 3 periods lecture
Code requirements and construction
practices. Topics include duct work,
conductors and fuel supply, insulation,
and controls. Prerequisites: None.