RETURN TO PROGRAMS A-Z hy Sciences Biology BIOC 302 - GENERAL BIOCHEMISTY Builds on principles of biochemistry explored in BIOL 206. The biosynthesis of lipids, amino acids and nucleotides will be discussed. DNA, RNA and protein metabolic pathways will be explored, along with regulatory mechanisms. The laboratory component uses techniques introduced in BIOL 206 to study the fundamental components of cellular function. Transfer Details This course is included in the block transfer agreement between Royal Roads University and Selkirk College which allows Selkirk ADRPM students entry into the 4th year of a RR BSc Degree. Prerequisites: BIOL 204, BIOL 206, CHEM 212 and CHEM 273 with a grade of “C” or higher. BIOL 101 - CURRENT ISSUES IN BIOLOGY A course designed for non-science majors who need a laboratory science as a required course for their program of studies. This course examines major themes in biology in the context of current issues, and allows students to apply the knowledge, skills and concepts learned in order to make informed decisions about their everyday lives. The course will have an overarching theme of human wellness, and will examine topics such as disease and health, the gut microbiome, genetically modified organisms, climate change, and overpopulation, while incorporating biological topics such cell structure and function, anatomy and physiology, genetics, evolution, and ecology. A strong emphasis is placed on the development of critical thinking skills through problem solving, examining current scientific events, and through laboratory analysis. This course does not fulfill the requirements for a science major’s course and cannot be substituted for Biology 104 or Biology 106. Prerequisites: English Studies 12, or equivalent, with a grade of “C” or higher. Note: Math 11 or equivalent is recommended. BIOL 104 - BIOLOGY I A course designed for those students who require first year biology in their program of study or who wish to go on to further study in biology. The course includes cell biology, biochemistry, and an examination of the processes of life in the plant and animal body. A strong emphasis is placed on the development of critical thinking skills through problem solving, research design, and laboratory analysis. Prerequisites: BIOL 12 or equivalent and CHEM 11 or equivalent. This course is available via Distance Selkirk College Academic Calendar 2019-20 UNIVERSITY ARTS & SCIENCES COURSESS Education, but requires attendance at weekly on- site labs. Course Credit: 3 BIOL 106 - BIOLOGY II Along with BIOL 104 (Biology I), this course provides an overview of the study of living things. Biology 106 presents topics in population, community and ecosystem ecology, and classical and molecular genetics. Evolution provides a unifying theme for the course. A strong emphasis is placed on the development of critical thinking skills through problem solving, case studies and laboratory investigation. Prerequisites: BIOL 104 with a grade of “C” or higher. Course Credit: 3 BIOL 164 - HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY | This course provides an integrative approach to the normal structure and function of the human body. Repair and replication, structural support, nervous integration, movement and metabolism are examined at the cellular, tissue and system levels. Recent scientific discoveries are presented as a means of relating the systems studied to various applied disciplines including health care and Kinesiology. Prerequisites: BIOL 12, CHEM 11, and one of BIOL 71, CHEM 72, or PHYS 12 (BIOL 11 recommended) with a grade of “C” or higher. Course Credit: 4 BIOL 165 - HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II A continuation of Biology 164, this course covers the cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, urinary and digestive systems. Endocrinology is discussed throughout as a means of integrating the various systems to the function of the body as a whole. The focus remains on application of knowledge gained in this course. Prerequisites: BIOL 164 with a grade of“C” or higher. Course Credit: 4 BIOL 202 - PRINCIPLES OF GENETICS This course provides the student with a knowledge of classical and reverse genetics. Topics covered include Mendelian inheritance, chromosome theory of heredity, sex determination, mutation, the structure and function of genes, molecular genetics, and the genetic structure of populations. Experimental techniques used in molecular genetics are also introduced. Prerequisites: BIOL 104 and 106 with a grade of “C” or higher. Course Credit: 3 selkirk.ca/uas/uas-courses-subjects BIOL 204 - CELL BIOLOGY This course provides the student with a thorough knowledge of cell structure and function. Topics covered include biomolecules, membranes, organelles, cell movement, cell signaling, gene regulation, and transcription and translation. Experimental techniques used in modern cellular and molecular biology are also introduced. Prerequisites: BIOL 104 and 106 with a grade of "C"or higher. Course Credit: 3 BIOL 206 - INTRODUCTORY BIOCHEMISTRY This course provides an introduction to biochemistry including protein structure and function, and representative catabolic and anabolic pathways. Topics covered include water, enzyme kinetics and enzyme structure and function. Experimental techniques used in biochemistry and molecular biology are also introduced. Prerequisites: Biology 104 and 106 with a grade of “C” or higher. NOTE: Students are advised to take CHEM 212 as a prerequisite and CHEM 273 concurrently with BIOL 206. Course Credit: 3 BIOL 212 - MICROBIOLOGY A survey of the microbial world, with discussions of the medical and ecological significance of key organisms. The biology of micro-organisms (including bacteria and viruses) is a key focal point, but there will also be discussions of immunology and pathology. The laboratory component will build basic skills necessary to perform and interpret research in the fields of medical microbiology, industrial microbiology, environmental microbiology, immunology and virology. A basic knowledge of biology will be presumed, including basic cell biology, ecology, physiology, biochemistry and metabolism. Prerequisites: BIOL 104 and BIOL 106 (or another six credits of 100-level Biology) with a grade of “C” or higher. Course Credit: 3 selkirk.ca 251