Biology
31 courses · Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
BIOL 47 Biology Topics
- Units
- 0.5-4
- Hours
- 0.50-4.00 hours lecture, 1.50-12.00 hours lab
Topics in Biology. See class schedule for specific topic covered. Course title will designate subject covered.
BIOL 100* Introductory Biology: General Biology
See BIOL C1000 Introduction to Biology with Lab
BIOL 101* General Biology (Lecture)
See BIOL C1001 Introduction to Biology
BIOL 101L* Introductory Biology: General Biology (Laboratory)
See BIOL C1001L Introduction to Biology Lab
BIOL 102 Introductory Biology: Pre-Nursing and Allied Health
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Explore the fundamental principles of biological systems, including the chemistry of life, cell structure and function, energy transfer, cell division, and classical and molecular genetics. This course prepares pre-nursing and allied health majors for 200-level biology courses, and strives to make the content accessible by providing support for different learning styles and needs.
BIOL 110 Human Genetics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Principles of human inheritance including gene transmission, genetic diseases, pedigree analysis, molecular genetics, immunogenetics, and population genetics; relationships to other fields of study will be emphasized.
BIOL 118 Introductory Biology: Ecology (Lecture)
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Basic concepts of evolution, population ecology, community ecology, and ecosystem ecology.
BIOL 118L Introductory Biology: Ecology (Laboratory)
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- (Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in): BIOL 118
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Provides hands-on experiences with ecological concepts, methods, and problem-solving techniques by using the plants and animals of local communities in their natural settings. The majority of laboratory sessions will be devoted to off-campus field studies.
BIOL 125 Introductory Biology: Botany
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
The diversity, structure, and function of major plant groups including cellular metabolism, soil-water relationships, classification, genetics, life cycle patterns, growth, and the basic ecological and evolutionary concepts of botany.
BIOL 126 Introductory Biology: Botany
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
The diversity, structure, and function of major plant groups including cellular metabolism, soil-water relationships, classification, genetics, life cycle patterns, growth, and the basic ecological and evolutionary concepts of botany.
BIOL 126L Introductory Biology: Botany (Laboratory)
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- (Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in): BIOL 126
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A laboratory course in plant biology. Special emphasis on the structure, growth, function, genetics, and life cycles of major plant groups.
BIOL 130 Introductory Biology: Marine Biology
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An introduction to marine biology with an emphasis on the adaptations, classification and ecology of marine organisms as well as current issues in marine biology. A survey of local marine organisms and habitats. Participation on field trips as scheduled is required.
BIOL 131 Introductory Biology: Marine Biology (Lecture)
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An introduction to marine biology with an emphasis on the adaptations, classification, and ecology of marine organisms as well as current issues in marine biology.
BIOL 131L Introductory Biology: Marine Biology (Laboratory)
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- (Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in): BIOL 131
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A survey of local marine organisms and local marine habitats. A field trip oriented course; participation on field trips as scheduled is required.
BIOL 135 Introductory Biology: Marine Mammals
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
The fundamentals of marine mammal biology are explored. Topics include comparative anatomy, evolution, cladistics, mammalian physiology, ecology and zoogeography, behavior and conservation as they apply to the study of marine mammals.
BIOL 140 Introductory Biology: Zoology
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Principles of animal life and body organization. Structural and functional adaptations of major groups of the animal kingdom from protozoans through mammals. This is a general education course intended for non-science majors.
BIOL 145 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to the structure and function of human body systems in health and disease. Not recommended for those intending to take BIOL 105, 106, 210, or 211.
BIOL 145L Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- (Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in): BIOL 145
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to the structure and function of human body systems. Includes study of cells, tissues, and human organ systems. Not recommended for those those intending to take BIOL 105, 106, 210, or 211.
BIOL 195A Field Studies in Natural History
- Units
- 1-3.5
- Hours
- 0.50-1.00 hours lecture, 1.50-7.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- BIOL C1000 or BIOL C1001; BIOL 125 or BIOL 126; BIOL 130 or BIOL 131; BIOL 140 or
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Field studies of plant and animal species encountered in various habitats, including systematics and major structural and functional characteristics of the taxonomic groups to which these species belong, and emphasizing each species' particular adaptations that favor its survival in its natural habitat. See Class Schedule for locality to be visited.
BIOL 195B Field Studies in Ecology
- Units
- 1-3.5
- Hours
- 0.50-1.00 hours lecture, 1.50-7.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- BIOL C1000 or BIOL C1001; BIOL 125 or BIOL 126; BIOL 130 or BIOL 131; BIOL 140
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Field study of the fauna and biota of selected geographic regions, with emphasis placed upon field identification, observation and interpretation of behavioral and ecological interrelationships of living things to their environment and to one another. See Class Schedule for locality to be visited.
BIOL 195C Field Study of Native Plants
- Units
- 1-3.5
- Hours
- 0.50-1.00 hours lecture, 1.50-7.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- BIOL C1000 or BIOL C1001 or BIOL 130 or BIOL 131 or BIOL 125 or BIOL 126 or BIOL 140
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Extended field study of the flora of selected geographical areas including habitats, adaptations, and identification of native and naturalized species. See Class Schedule for locality to be visited. Fee charged.
BIOL 195D Field Study of Birds
- Units
- 1-3.5
- Hours
- 0.50-1.00 hours lecture, 1.50-7.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- BIOL C1000 or BIOL C1001 or BIOL 130 or BIOL 131 or BIOL 125 or BIOL 126 or BIOL 140 or
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Extended field study of terrestrial and aquatic avifauna of selected habitats, emphasizing identification and observation of native and migratory birds, their behavior, and adaptations. See Class Schedule for locality to be visited.
BIOL 200 Foundations of Biology I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Completion of intermediate algebra or the equivalent, or eligibility or completion of any course between MATH 110 and 245 (excluding MATH 197, MATH 120, or PSYC/SOC 205, or BUS 204) based on multiple measures. Recommended Preparation: ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or ESL 110
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- BIOL 190
This biology course is the first semester of a one-year majors-level sequence. The lecture explores the topics of molecular and cellular biology, including cell structure and function, genetics, metabolism, and evolution. The lab includes various cell and molecular lab techniques and emphasizes the use of the scientific method to design experiments and analyze data.
BIOL 201 Foundations of Biology II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- BIOL 200
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- BIOL 140
This biology course is the second semester of a one-year majors-level sequence. The lecture examines the diversity of life emphasizing the integration of structure and function, development, life histories, classification, behavior, and ecology. The lab provides students with the opportunity to observe examples of the organisms discussed in lecture.
BIOL 210 Anatomy
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture, 6.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- BIOL C1001 and BIOL C1001L; BIOL C1000 or BIOL 102 or BIOL 200
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- BIOL 110 B
Designed to provide a basic understanding of the structure of the human body. Laboratory includes a study of anatomy through cat and organ dissection, skeletal study, use of models and other visual aids.
BIOL 211 Physiology
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture, 6.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- BIOL 210 and Option 1; BIOL 102 or Option 2; BIOL C1001 and BIOL C1001L and CHEM 100 or CHEM 104 or CHEM 110; or Option 3; BIOL C1000 and CHEM 100 or CHEM 104 or CHEM 110; or Option 4; BIOL 200 and CHEM 100 or CHEM 104 or CHEM 110
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- BIOL 120 B
Principles of human physiology including laboratory exercises. Deals with physiology of muscle, nerve, circulation, respiration, excretion, digestion, the endocrines and exercise.
BIOL 212 Fundamentals of Microbiology
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture, 6.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Option 1; BIOL 102 or Option 2; BIOL C1001 and BIOL C1001L and CHEM 100 or CHEM 104 or CHEM 110; or Option 3; BIOL C1000 and CHEM 100 or CHEM 104 or CHEM 110; or Option 4; BIOL 200 and CHEM 100 or CHEM 104 or CHEM 110
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Fundamentals of microbiology including medical aspects of microbiology.
BIOL 295 Directed Study in Life Science
- Units
- 1-3
- Hours
- 3.00-9.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Approval of project or research by department chairperson
- Transfers to
- CSU
Independent study for students who have demonstrated skills and/or proficiencies in biology subjects and have the initiative to work independently on projects or research outside the context of regularly scheduled classes. Students will work under the personal supervision of an instructor.
BIOL C1000 Introduction to Biology with Lab
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture, 3.00 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
BIOL C1001 Introduction to Biology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
BIOL C1001L Introduction to Biology Lab
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- (Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in): BIOL C1001
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Laboratory exercises in cell structure and function, energy transfer, reproduction, genetics, and ecology.