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Academic Year 2004/2005


Human Biology
BIOL 103 FA

This course deals with the functional organization of the human body, and the origin and impact of humans in a global context. Different integrated systems such as the digestive, neuromuscular, reproductive and immunological systems will be studied from the anatomical level to the molecular level, and health issues related to each system will be identified. Certain health issues such as Cancer, AIDS and Alzheimer's Disease will be considered in greater detail. The course will explore issues at the interface of biological research, personal ethics, and public policy; issues such as use of genetically modified agricultural products, potential of gene therapy, new reproductive technologies including cloning, and government support of stem cell research.

MAJOR READINGS

HUMAN BIOLOGY: CONCEPTS AND CURRENT ISSUES PACKAGE, 2nd ed. by Michael D. Johnson

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Three midterm exams, three quizzes.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM BIOL    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Wolfe,Jason S.   
Times: .M.W.F. 11:00AM-11:50AM;     Location: HALL84;
Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: 60)
SR. major: 0   Jr. major: 0
SR. non-major: 15   Jr. non-major: 15   SO: 15   FR: 15

Special Attributes:
Curricular Renewal:    Ethical Reasoning, Writing
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Last Updated on MAR-21-2005


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