BIOL 130 - The Human Body

(NSND, GEEL)

This course is designed for non-biology majors. Introduces the student to the structure and function of human body systems. Topics include basic chemistry, cell structure and function, tissues, organ systems (e.g. digestive, circulatory, reproductive systems), and associated common disease and illnesses. To satisfy the natural sciences lab distribution requirement BIOL 130 and BIOL 131 must be taken concurrently. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , MATH 050 , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly BI 130A.

3 semester hours

May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score.

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Describe the function of organ systems outlined in the course description and their components.
Recognize the reliance of covered human body systems on each other.
Apply content knowledge to related diseases and illness.

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