Course Calendar 2011-2012 - Champlain College Saint-Lambert

Course Descriptions in Numerical Order
Biology
101-901-RE
Human Biology for the Social Sciences
(Biology for Social Science students only)
Students will be introduced to the basic characteristics of
life and how they apply to the human situation. After an
introduction to the cell and its functions, the nervous and
endocrine systems will be studied in terms of how they
regulate the body’s activities and maintain a constant
internal state in a changing environment. The course will
conclude with a brief introduction to the perpetuation of
life through reproduction and genetic principles. This
course will also include laboratory exercises that will
provide an opportunity for students to better visualize
aspects of the phenomenon of life.
3 hours/week Units: 2.00
101-B1A-LA
Biology: Sharing the Environment
(Complementary course - not open to Science students)
We are living in an increasingly interconnected world;
certainly this is evident in the global nature of many
environmental problems. Decisions made by individuals
often have far-reaching consequences. By focusing on
ecological concepts and principles that govern how nature
works, this course provides a foundation for understanding
environmental problems and examines ways in which we
can build a safer and more habitable world.
3 hours/week Units: 2.00
101-B1B-LA
Biology: Biological Perspectives on Sex
(Complementary course - not open to Science students)
This course focuses on the wide variety of relatively new
findings on the biology of sex. By examining human sexual
anatomy and physiology, we develop a firm foundation for
further investigating conception control, developmental
biology, sexual disorders, sexually transmitted diseases and
patterns of human sexual response. We give the course an
added dimension by putting the human condition in the
context of the biology of sex. On completion of this course,
students will be able to explain and demonstrate the
essentials of scientific thought, and to explain the essential
characteristics of "the scientific method" as it applies to the
biology of sex and show how science and technology are
interrelated.
3 hours/week Units: 2.00
101-BLB-05
General Biology II
(Biology for Science and International Baccalaureate
Science students only)
Through a comprehensive introduction to the structure
and function of life’s molecular, cellular and organismal
machinery, this course will assist in showing how
scientists answer the question, “What makes life tick?”
An integrated set of laboratory investigations provides
supplementary practical experience. Note: This course is
recommended for individuals planning to enter the
Biological or Health Sciences (including Medicine) at
university.
Note: This is a required course for all Health Science
Students.
Class: 3 hours/week Lab: 2 hours/week Units: 2.66
Absolute Prerequisite: 101-NYA
101-BLC-05
General Biology III
(Biology for Science students only)
This course allows students to develop a comprehensive
understanding of life at the organismal level by studying the
body structure, function and its development. Laboratory
work related to plant cloning, in-vitro fertilization and
dissections give students a unique, hands-on experience.
This course is only offered once a year and can be taken
before, during or after 101-BLB. This course is
recommended for students planning to enter the biological
or health sciences (in particular medicine, dentistry,
physiology, physiotherapy and biology) at university,
however, pure and applied science students can also take it.
Class: 3 hours/week Lab: 2 hours/week Units: 2.66
Prerequisite: 101-NYA
101-NYA-05
General Biology I
(Biology for Science and International Baccalaureate
Science students only)
Science students taking this course acquire a broad base
in the life sciences. The four unifying concepts of
genetics, diversity, cell theory, and evolution combine to
form a strong foundation for further study. Topics
developed include classical genetics w/some human
genetic disorders, evolutionary theory, unity in diversity,
and cell reproduction. By following an investigative
format, the laboratory activities provide a wide range of
practical experience with biological tools and research
approaches.
Note: This course is required for all science students.
Class: 3 hours/week Lab: 2 hours/week Units: 2.66