A study of the general principles of biological science. Topics include the scientific method, structure of molecules, the origin of life, biology of the cell, energetics, reproduction and heredity, molecular genetics and evolution. (Fall and Spring Semesters) Three lecture hours. Co-requisite: SC 101L

SC 101L General Biology I Laboratory (1)

Laboratory experience coincides with lecture topics.  Two laboratory hours.  Co-requisite: SC 101.

A continued study of biological principles as evidenced in the diversity of organisms. Topics include the morphology, phylogeny, physiology and ecology of major taxa with evolution as the unifying principle. (Spring Semester) Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours. Three lecture hours. Prerequisite: SC 101/101L.  Co-requisite: SC 102L.

SC 102L General Biology II Laboratory (1)

Laboratory experience coincides with lecture topics.  Two laboratory hours.  Co-requisite: SC 102.

An introduction to the general principles of human anatomy and physiology with emphasis on the structure and function of the cell, tissues, and the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, and lymphatic systems. (Fall, Spring and Summer Semesters) Three lecture hours. Co-requisite: SC 103L.

SC 103L Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory (1)

Laboratory experience coincides with lecture topics.  Two laboratory hours.  Co-requisite: SC 103.

A continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I. Study of the respiratory, nervous, endocrine, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Fluid and electrolyte balance also studied. ((Fall, Spring and Summer Semesters) Three lecture hours. Prerequisite: SC 103/103L. "C" grade or better is required. Co-requisite:  SC 104L

SC 104L Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory (1)

Laboratory experience coincides with lecture topics.  Two laboratory hours.  Prerequisite: SC103/103L. "C" grade or better is required. Co-requisite: SC 104.

A one semester course designed for the allied health careers. It gives an introductory treatment of the structure and function of the human body including cell, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, respiratory, cardiovascular, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. (Fall Semester) Three lecture hours.  Co-requisite: SC 105L.

SC 105L Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology (1)

Laboratory experience coincides with lecture topics.  Two laboratory hours.  Co-requisite: SC 105.

This course is an overview of pharmacology and medication as it pertains to the allied health professions. Major classifications of drugs and their indications will be examined, as well as the role of the health professions. (Spring Semester) Prerequisite: SC 103/103L or SC 105/105L.

SC 107 Human Biology (3)

A study of life structure and function from a human perspective.  Human organ systems, human evolution and ecology will be presented with a focus on homeostasis, bioethics and ecology.  (Fall, Spring and Summer Semesters) Three lecture hours.

This course provides an in-depth view of the interactions of health, safety and nutrition in relation to the developmental stages of infancy through childhood. Geared toward the child care provider, this course is of great value to anyone in contact with young children. (Spring Semester) Three lecture hours.

A study of the principles of nutrition and nutrients as they relate to daily living; how to plan and evaluate dietary intake; and consideration of social, economic and psychological factors in relationship to dietary practices. The course provides an opportunity to explore areas of special interest such as weight control, health foods, food additives, nutrition for various age levels, and conditions of health. (Offered as needed) Three lecture hours. Co-requisite:  SC 110L.

SC 110L General Nutrition Laboratory (1)

Laboratory experience coincides with lecture topics.  Two laboratory hours.  Co-requisite: SC 110.

This course is an introduction to how nature works, how the environment has been and is being used and abused, and what you can do to protect and improve it for yourself, and for future generations.

Some topics of study include: Ecosystems, Wildlife and the Environment, Environmental Risk and Human Pollution: soil, water and air, Population Dynamics, Waste and Waste Disposal, and past and present attitudes toward the environment and environmental problems.  (Spring Semester) Three lecture hours.

SC 200 Sectional Anatomy (3)

This course focuses on the practical application of sectional anatomy for the Health Science student.  The use of sectional anatomy imaging, such as Computed Tomography (CT) and MRI will be stressed.  (Fall Semester)  Prerequisite: SC 103/103L and SC 104/104L.

The study of scientific principles of Microbiology emphasizing the isolation and identification of pathogenic organisms to man in areas of bacteriology, mycology, virology and parasitology. The culture, morphology, general physiology, immunology and applied aspects of the representative micro-organisms will be studied. (Fall, Spring and Summer Semesters) Three lecture hours. Prerequisites: SC 101/101L or SC 103/103L or SC 105/105L.  "C" grade or better is required. Co-requisite: SC 203L.

SC 203L Microbiology Laboratory (1)

Laboratory experience coincides with lecture topics.  Two laboratory hours.  Co-requisite: SC 203.

A conceptual approach to the dynamic aspects of disease and how it affects normal physiology in relation to alterations, derangements, and mechanisms involved in disease. (Fall, Spring and Summer Semesters) Prerequisites: SC 103/103L and SC 104/104L or equivalent.

SC 215 Neurology (3)

An examination of the structure and function of neural tissue, the anatomy and physiology of the components of th Central Nervous System and the Peripheral Nervous System, embryology of the spinal cord and brain, nerve plexuses, spinal reflexes, and sensory and motor pathways.  (Fall Semester)  Prerequisites: SC
103/103L and SC 104/104L. Massage Therapy students have additional prerequisites of MT110 and MT111.