Biology (BIOX)

BIOX 110:  Human Anatomy & Physiology I  
This course examines the human body with emphasis on structure and function of the skeletal, muscular, endocrine and nervous systems. It investigates each system from the molecular, cellular, and systemic levels. Human anatomy structures, physiology, and biochemistry are studied systematically in this lecture course. It is part of a two-semester sequence that follows the recommendations of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society.
Credits: 3  
College: Jefferson College of Health Professions  
Corequisites: BIOX 113  
Schedule Type: On-Line  
BIOX 111:  Human Anatomy & Physiology II  
This course examines the human body with emphasis on structure and function of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. It investigates each system from the molecular, cellular, and systemic levels. Human anatomy structures, physiology, and biochemistry are studied systematically in this lecture course. It is part of a two-semester sequence that follows the recommendations of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society.
Credits: 3  
College: Jefferson College of Health Professions  
Prerequisites: BIOX 110 or BIOL 110 [Min Grade: D]  
Corequisites: BIOX 114  
Schedule Type: On-Line  
BIOX 113:  Human Anatomy & Physio I Lab  
Laboratory sessions will provide students with a virtual “hands-on” learning opportunity to help conceptualize content discussed in lecture course. During lab, students will work on virtual labs to examine and dissect organs and/or anatomical models, use a virtual microscope, perform basic physiological experiments, and examine cadaver specimens virtually. While some lab sessions will focus mainly on the anatomy of the current system, most laboratory sessions will involve virtual physiological experiments to provide students with greater insight into the physiology of the current system. Topics covered are the cell and cells along with the skeletal, muscular, endocrine and nervous systems.
Credits: 1  
College: Jefferson College of Health Professions  
Corequisites: BIOX 110  
Schedule Type: On-Line  
BIOX 114:  Human Anatomy & Physio II Lab  
Laboratory sessions will provide students with a virtual “hands-on” learning opportunity to help conceptualize content discussed in lecture course. During lab, students will work on virtual labs to examine and dissect organs and/or anatomical models, use a virtual microscope, perform basic physiological experiments, and examine cadaver specimens virtually. While some lab sessions will focus mainly on the anatomy of the current system, most laboratory sessions will involve virtual physiological experiments to provide students with greater insight into the physiology of the current system. Topics covered are the cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.
Credits: 1  
College: Jefferson College of Health Professions  
Prerequisites: BIOL 110 or BIOX 110 [Min Grade: D]  
Corequisites: BIOX 111  
Schedule Type: On-Line  
BIOX 120:  Concepts of Biology  
This survey course assists students in understanding the basic and unifying principles of life. Students focus on a wide variety of topics including structure and function, organization, diversity, biochemistry, evolution, behavior, ecology, and population dynamics.
Credits: 3  
College: Jefferson College of Health Professions  
Schedule Type: On-Line  
BIOX 121:  Biology I  
The objective of this course is to gain an understanding of the cellular, molecular and genetic basis of life. Students will be introduced to the physical and chemical principles involved in biological processes, the microscopic world of the cell, regulation of gene expression and the laws that govern inheritance.
Credits: 3  
College: Jefferson College of Health Professions  
Corequisites: BIOX 122  
Schedule Type: On-Line  
BIOX 122:  Biology I Lab  
This laboratory will explore the organization of life, understanding the scientific method, biochemistry, immunology, microscopy, anatomy, and the development of living organisms, and the transmission of traits. You will learn how to evaluate the information you read or hear to be certain it is scientifically “sound” and how to find reliable sources. You’ll answer questions like “What information could you use in your daily life for managing your nutrition, exercise, seeing a genetic counselor, visiting a doctor?”
Credits: 1  
College: Jefferson College of Health Professions  
Corequisites: BIOX 121  
Schedule Type: On-Line  
BIOX 123:  Biology II  
In this course students will apply the principles learned in Biology I to the structure and function of organisms. Physiological processes that will be examined include nutrition, gas exchange, transport and regulation of body fluids, chemical and nervous control, and reproduction.
Credits: 3  
College: Jefferson College of Health Professions  
Prerequisites: BIOL 121 or BIOX 121 [Min Grade: D]  
Corequisites: BIOX 124  
Schedule Type: On-Line  
BIOX 124:  Biology II Lab  
This laboratory will explore the organization of life, understanding the scientific method, biochemistry, immunology, microscopy, anatomy, and the development of living organisms, and the transmission of traits. You will learn how to evaluate the information you read or hear to be certain it is scientifically “sound” and how to find reliable sources.
Credits: 1  
College: Jefferson College of Health Professions  
Prerequisites: BIOX 121 or BIOL 121 [Min Grade: D]  
Corequisites: BIOX 123  
Schedule Type: On-Line  
BIOX 215:  Microbiology Lecture  
This course examines microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, with an emphasis on microorganisms responsible for human disease. Topics presented include mechanisms of pathogenicity, microbial growth, classification of microorganisms, principles of disease and epidemiology, immunology, and therapeutic agents used in clinical practice to combat infectious diseases. Focuses are on the structure of prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms, host-microbe interactions, immunity, and human infectious diseases.
Credits: 3  
College: Jefferson College of Health Professions  
Schedule Type: On-Line  
BIOX 216:  Microbiology Lab  
This laboratory course focuses on the observation of laboratory safety rules; aseptic techniques for handling and culturing live microorganisms; staining; use of the microscope and other laboratory equipment. Processes involved in transformation, isolating, and identifying microorganisms along with methods used in the clinical laboratory for assessing antibiotic sensitivity and resistance in bacterial species will be explored.
Credits: 1  
College: Jefferson College of Health Professions  
Corequisites: BIOX 215  
Schedule Type: On-Line