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ANTH 201 - ETHNIC RELATIONS

An introduction to the comparative study of “race”
and ethnic relations from local to international
contexts. The course explores social stratification
according to race and ethnicity and looks at the
motivations and consequences of such classifications
and their relationships to other forms of
stratification.

Prerequisites: ANTH 100 or ANTH 107 recommended;
English Studies 12 or equivalent with a grade of “C”
or higher.

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 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. Students lacking the stated prerequisites
may enrol in the course with written permission of the
School Chair; however, they should be aware that they
will be required to do additional work. This course

is available via Distance Education, but requires
attendance at weekly on-site labs.

BIOL 106 - BIOLOGY II

Along with BIOL 104 (Biology J), 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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Corequisites: CHEM 213. NOTE: Students are advised
to take CHEM 272 as a prerequisite.

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,

RURAL PRE-MEDICINE
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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.

CHEM 122 - GENERAL CHEMISTRY |

An introductory general chemistry course leading
into science or engineering programs for students
who have a solid chemistry background, including
Chemistry 12 or equivalent. After a short review

of fundamental chemistry, classical and quantum
mechanical concepts are used to discuss atomic
and molecular structure. The course ends with an
investigation of intermolecular forces in liquids and
solids. The lab work stresses scientific observations
and measurements using chemical syntheses and
quantitative analyses.

Prerequisites: CHEM 12 or CHEM 6o or CHEM 110,

and Pre-calculus Math 11, each with a grade of “C” or
higher. Pre-calculus Math 12 (Principles of Math 12) or
Math 50 or MATH 6o is recommended.

CHEM 125 - FOUNDATIONS OF CHEMISTRY II

The continuation for either CHEM 110 or CHEM 122.
The course consists of two major units: physical
chemistry and organic chemistry. The study of
physical chemistry begins with an investigation of
reaction rates (kinetics), followed by the principles
of equilibria applied to pure substances and aqueous
solutions, and an introduction to the laws of
thermodynamics. The second major unit is a survey
of the field of organic chemistry; topics include the
physical and chemical properties of alkanes and
alkenes, stereochemistry, and addition, substitution,
and elimination reactions. The laboratory work
involves the measurement of physical and chemical
properties as well as chemical syntheses.

Prerequisites: CHEM 110 or CHEM 122 with a
grade of “C” or higher.

CHEM 212 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY |

Explores the relationship between the structures of
carbon-containing molecules and their physical and
chemical properties. Some topics from first-year
general chemistry are reviewed briefly: alkanes,
stereochemistry, alkenes, and nucleophilic
substitution and elimination reactions of alkyl
halides. The correlation between structure and
acidity is investigated, and the chemistry of alkynes
and alcohols is examined. Structure-determination
techniques, including IR and NMR, are explored. The
laboratory work for this course provides practical
experiences with separation/purification techniques,
molecular synthesis, and qualitative analytical
methods applied to organic compounds.

Prerequisites: CHEM 125 with a grade of “C” or higher.

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