Biological Sciences

BSC - Introductory Biological Science Courses





BSC 1005 Life in Its Biological Environment (Y) 3 cr.
      This course is an introduction to biological structure, function processes, principles and
      concepts. This course fulfills the General Education Requirement. Three contact hours. (CBE)

BSC 1005L Biology Laboratory (Y) 1 cr.
      Corequisite: BSC 1005. This course provides students individualized, self-paced practice in
      specific areas of need as they attempt to improve biological skills. Two contact hours
      (laboratory).

BSC 2010C Principles of Biology I (Y) 4 cr.
      This course, an introduction to the principles of biology, includes studies of cellular
      organization, genetics and evolution. This course fulfills the General Education Requirements
      and the laboratory requirement needed by many students who plan to transfer to a four-year
      institution. Five contact hours: three lecture hours, two laboratory hours. (CBE)

BSC 2011C Principles of Biology II (Y) 4 cr.
      Prerequisite: BSC 2010C. This course, a continuation of Principles of Biology I and
      recommended for science students transferring to four-year institutions studies the systematics
      of life forms and a required laboratory experience to reinforce subject matter. Five contact
      hours: three lecture hours, two laboratory hours.

BSC 2023C Human Biology (Y) 4 cr.
      Prerequisite: BSC 2010C or equivalent. This course is an introduction to the science of
      biology with emphasis on cells and tissues, body organization, homeostasis, body systems,
      regulation and integration of body parts, reproduction, development and heredity, disease
      and disorder. Five contact hours: three lecture hours, two laboratory hours.

BSC 2085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (Y) 3 cr.
      This course, a study of the gross morphology and physiology of the human, includes sections
      concerned with cells, tissues, the musculo-skeletal system, circulation, the lymphatic system,
      the digestive system and the integument. Four contact hours: two lecture hours, two
      laboratory hours.

BSC 2086C Human Anatomy and Physiology II (Y) 3 cr.
      Prerequisite: BSC 2085C. A continuation of Human Anatomy and Physiology I, this course
      covers the nervous system, special senses, the endocrine system, the reproductive system,
      human inheritance and embryonic development, the respiratory system, the urinary system,
      and fluid and electrolyte dynamics. Four contact hours: two lecture hours, two laboratory
      hours.

BSC 2931 Selected Topics in Biological Sciences (Y) 1 cr.
      Prerequisite: depends upon topics. Corequisite: depends upon topics. The open format of this
      course provides an opportunity to address various selected topics related to the biological
      sciences. This course may be repeated for credit. One contact hour.

BSC 2932 Selected Topics in Biological Sciences (Y) 2 cr.
      Prerequisite: depends upon topics. Corequisite: depends upon topics. The open format of this
      course provides an opportunity to address various selected topics related to the biological
      sciences. This course may be repeated for credit. Two contact hours.

BSC 2933 Selected Topics in Biological Sciences (Y) 3 cr.
      Prerequisite: depends upon topics. Corequisite: depends upon topics. The open format of this
      course provides an opportunity to address various selected topics related to the biological
      sciences. This course may be repeated for credit. Three contact hours.
 
 

BOT - Botany

BOT 1010C Botany (Y) 4 cr.
        An evolutionary survey of the plant kingdom, this course emphasizes the
     principles which are applicable to all forms of plant life. Six contact hours: three
     lecture hours, three laboratory hours.

 BOT 2153C Local Flora (Y) 4 cr.
        Prerequisite: BOT 1010C or consent of instructor. Survey of local vascular flora
     and local communities (northeast Florida) and evolutionary relationships of vascular
     plants. Laboratory work will emphasize field work including collecting and
     identifying vascular plants. Six contact hours: three lecture hours, three laboratory
     hours.

      MCB - Microbiology

     MCB 2013C Microbiology (Y) 4 cr.
           Prerequisite: CHM 1020, 1032C, 1045C, or high school chemistry. In
     addition, students will benefit by taking Life in Its Biological Environment or
     Principles of Biology I prior to enrolling in this course. This course consists of a
     study of the protista, viruses, rickettsias and schizomycetes of medical and
     economic importance. Laboratory exercises introduce bacteriologic techniques and
     aseptic procedures using various micro-organisms. Six contact hours: three studio
     hours, three clinical hours. (CBE)
 
 

OCE - Oceanography



OCE 2001 Survey of Oceanography (Y) 3 cr.
           Prerequisite: MAT 1033. Corequisites: MAC 1140 and OCE 2001L.
     Students will benefit by taking high school chemistry and/or physics prior to
     enrolling in this course. This course consists of an introductory, comprehensive
     treatment of physical, chemical and geological aspects of our oceans. Three contact
     hours.

OCE 2001L Oceanography Laboratory (Y) 1 cr.
           Corequisite: OCE 2001. This is a laboratory course intended to supplement
     Survey of Oceanography and includes field trips for application of oceanographic
     techniques. Three contact hours (laboratory).
 
 

PCB - Process Biology



PCB 2030 General Ecology (Y)       3 cr.
        Prerequisite: successful completion of a biological or physical science course.
     This course is an introduction to ecology, principles of ecology with applications to
     environmental issues and discussion of major terrestrial/aquatic ecosystems. Three
     contact hours. (CBE)
 
 

ZOO - Zoology





ZOO 1010C General Zoology (Y) 4 cr.
           Students will benefit by taking Life in Its Biological Environment, Principles of
     Biology II or high school biology prior to enrolling in this course. This is a survey of
     the animal kingdom with emphasis on taxonomy, life cycles, evolution, organ
     systems and phylogenetic relationships. A representative of each of the major
     groups will be discussed and investigated. Six contact hours: three lecture hours,
     three laboratory hours.


Physical Science Courses

CHM - Chemistry





CHM 1020 Chemistry for Liberal Arts (Y) 3 cr.
           Students will benefit by taking high school algebra or MAT 0024 prior to
     enrolling in this course. This course, designed to meet the General Education
     Requirements for non-science majors, is designed especially for students who wish
     to gain an understanding of the fundamental nature of physical science from the
     chemical point of view. The treatment utilizes an approach to scientific concepts
     and methods, stressing and illustrating principles rather than merely listing
     phenomena. Three contact hours.

     CHM 1025C Introduction to General Chemistry (Y) 4 cr.
           Corequisite: MAC 1102 or satisfactory score on placement test. This course is
     an introduction to the concepts of inorganic chemistry including structures of matter,
     atomic theory, nomenclature, bonding, gases, solutions, equilibrium, and acids and
     bases. This course is for students who have had no previous chemistry and plan to
     major in science, engineering, pre-medicine or pharmacy. Six contact hours: four
     lecture/discussion hours, two laboratory hours.

     CHM 1032C Principles of General Chemistry (Y) 4 cr.
           Corequisite: MAT 1033 or satisfactory score on the placement test. Students
     will benefit by taking high school algebra or MAT 1033 prior to enrolling in this
     course. This course is an introduction to the concepts of inorganic chemistry
     including structures of matter, atomic theory, nomenclature, bonding, bases and
     introduction to organic chemistry. This course is for students who have had no
     previous chemistry and plan to major in dental hygiene, medical technology, nursing
     or health related fields. Six contact hours: four lecture/discussion hours, two
     laboratory hours.

     CHM 2045C General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis I (Y) 4 cr.
           Prerequisites: MAC 1102 and CHM 1025C or satisfactory score on the
     chemistry placement test. This course, designed to introduce students to modern
     chemical concepts, includes modern atomic structure and periodicity, chemical
     bonding, states of matter, gas laws and solutions. The laboratory work will be
     quantitative in nature, stressing accurate laboratory techniques. This course meets
     the first year college requirements for those majoring in science, engineering,
     pre-medicine or pharmacy. Six contact hours: three lecture hours, three laboratory
     hours. (CBE)

     CHM 2046C General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis II (Y) 4 cr.
           Prerequisite: grade of "C" or better in CHM 2045C. This course, a
     continuation of General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis I, stresses chemical
     equilibrium, chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, oxidation-reduction and selected
     families of metals and non-metals. Laboratory work includes studies of ionic
     equilibrium in aqueous solutions and semi-micro qualitative analysis. Six contact
     hours: three lecture hours, three laboratory hours.

     CHM 2205C Introductory Organic/ Biochemistry (Y) 4 cr.
           Prerequisite: CHM 1032C. This course is an introduction to organic chemistry
     of functional groups and a survey of the biochemistry of proteins, carbohydrates,
     lipids and nucleic acids. Six contact hours: three lecture hours, three laboratory
     hours.

     CHM 2210C Organic Chemistry I (Y) 4 cr.
           Prerequisite: CHM 2046C or equivalent. This course emphasizes the general
     principles and theories of organic chemistry with emphasis on classification,
     nomenclature, methods of preparation, characteristic reactions, stereo-chemistry
     and structure determination of organic compounds. Six contact hours: three lecture
     hours, three laboratory hours.

     CHM 2211C Organic Chemistry II (Y) 4 cr.
           Prerequisite: CHM 2210C. This course, a continuation of Organic Chemistry I
     includes mechanisms of organic reactions, carbohydrates and macromolecules. Six
     contact hours: three lecture hours, three laboratory hours.

     CHM 2930 Selected Topics in Chemistry (Y) 3 cr.
           Prerequisite: instructor approval. The open format of this course provides an
     opportunity to address various selected topics related to the chemistry sciences.
     This course may be repeated for credit. Three contact hours.

GLY - Geology

GLY 1001 Earth and Space Science (Y) 3 cr.
           This course acquaints students with the development of science, the integrating
     principles and theories in the earth sciences, the practice of the scientific method
     and with a useful knowledge of selected areas of geology, astronomy and
     meteorology. Presentation involves lectures, demonstrations and films. The course
     is for general education and is not designed essentially as an introductory or
     preparatory course for any of the specific sciences. Three contact hours.

GLY 1001L Earth and Space Science Laboratory (Y) 1 cr.
           Prerequisite/Corequisite: GLY 1001. This is a lab course designed to
     supplement GLY 1001. Students will learn to identify rocks and minerals, interpret
     geologic maps and explore the concepts of oceanography, earth dynamics and
     astronomy. Two contact hours (laboratory).

GLY 1010 Physical Geology (Y) 3 cr.
           Corequisite: GLY 1010L. Physical Geology for majors and non-majors is the
     study of the earth. This course covers structure and land forms, modifying agents
     and processes, characteristic rocks and minerals and a brief study of the
     surrounding atmosphere and the earth as a planet. Three contact hours. (CBE)

GLY 1010L Physical Geology Laboratory (Y) 1 cr.
           Corequisite: GLY 1010. This course includes laboratory activities designed to
     supplement GLY 1010. Students will study rocks and minerals, earth history,
     fossils, structural features of the earth and various earth forms as related to certain
     geologic processes with the aid of rock and mineral samples, topographic maps
     and aerial photographs. Two contact hours (laboratory).

     MET - Meteorology

 MET 1010 Meteorology (Y) 3 cr.
           This course, designed to meet the General Education Requirements in the
     natural science area, includes the phenomena of weather and climate and the use of
     atmospheric data to predict the weather. Three contact hours.

MET 1010L Meteorology Laboratory (Y) 1 cr.
           Prerequisite/Corequisite: MET 1010. This course includes laboratory
     experiences to accompany Meteorology. Also included is the experimental study of
     meteorological problems, phenomena, map construction and analysis and upper air
     studies. Three contact hours.

PHY - Physics

PHY 1020C Physics for Liberal Arts with Laboratory (Y) 3 cr.
           Corequisite: MAT 1033 or equivalent. This course is a general education
     course for non-science students and not for those who are planning to major in
     physics or other sciences. It is a survey of the physical environment as applied to
     mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, and modern physics with
     the laboratory an integral part of the learning process. Four contact hours: two
     lecture hours, two laboratory hours.

PHY 2048C Physics I With Calculus (Y) 4 cr.
           Prerequisite: MAC 2311. Corequisite: MAC 2312. This course, designed for
     students majoring in physics, chemistry and engineering, includes mechanics,
     conservation principles, rotational and harmonic motions, heat, thermodynamics
     and waves. Laboratory work will illustrate important principles and develop
     techniques. Seven contact hours: four lecture hours, three laboratory hours.

PHY 2049C Physics II With Calculus (Y) 4 cr.
           Prerequisite: PHY 2048C. Corequisite: MAC 2313. This course, a
     continuation of Physics I With Calculus, includes electricity, magnetism, light and
     some areas of modern physics. Laboratory work is similar to and a continuation of
     the laboratory in Physics I With Calculus. Seven contact hours: four lecture hours,
     three laboratory hours.

PHY 2053C General Physics I (Y) 4 cr.
           Prerequisites: MAC 1140 and MAC 1114 or MAC 2311 with a grade of "C"
     or better. The course, designed for those students who are majoring in pre-med,
     physical therapy, pre-optometry, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, biological sciences,
     technology and geology, stresses problem-solving abilities. Subject matter includes
     mechanics, heat and thermodynamics. Six contact hours: three lecture hours, three
     laboratory hours.

PHY 2054C General Physics II (Y) 4 cr.
           Prerequisite: PHY 2053C. This course, a continuation of General Physics I,
     includes electricity, magnetism, light, waves (sound, light, and so forth) and some
     areas of modern physics. Laboratory work is similar to and a continuation of the
     laboratory in General Physics I. Six contact hours: three lecture hours, three
     laboratory hours.

PHY 2101 Modern Physics (Y) 3 cr.
           Prerequisite: PHY 2049C. This course, designed for students majoring in
     physics, chemistry and engineering, includes special relativity, atomic spectra,
     quantum mechanics, atomic and molecular structures, introductory solid state,
     nuclear physics and particle physics. Three contact hours.

PSC - Physical Science

PSC 1341 Physical Science (Y) 3 cr.
           Students will benefit by taking high school algebra or Elementary Algebra prior
     to enrolling in this course. This course acquaints individuals with the development of
     the physical sciences, with the integrating principles and theories in the physical
     sciences, with the practice of the scientific method and with a useful knowledge of
     selected areas in mechanics, electricity and magnetism, periodicity and atomic
     structure, and nuclear phenomena. Presentation involves lectures, demonstrations
     and films. The course is not essentially an introductory or preparatory course for
     any specific physical sciences. Three contact hours. (CBE)
 
 

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