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  "college": "san-diego-city-college",
  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "code": "BIOL",
  "name": "Biology",
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    {
      "code": "BIOL 48",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "48",
      "title": "Pre-biology and Study Skills",
      "units": "0.5",
      "hours": "4 - 6 hours lecture/12 - 18 hours lab",
      "cid": [],
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      "description": "This course covers fundamental concepts and skills for success in introductory biology courses. Topics include language and terms for comprehending biology textbooks; mathematical concepts and units of measurement; chemistry concepts; the process of science; basic biologic themes; and effective habits of self-awareness and effective learning. This course is intended for students who plan to enroll in general or introductory biology and have not previously taken high school biology and/or chemistry; students who have previously taken biology and need to refresh and review basic concepts and skills; or students who have unsuccessfully attempted general or introductory biology and wish to review prior to re-enrolling.",
      "notes": [
        "Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for BIOL 107 or 210A.",
        "Grading: Pass/No Pass Only"
      ],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 101",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "101",
      "title": "Environmental Science",
      "units": "4",
      "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab",
      "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This is a course in contemporary issues in environmental science. Topics include basic ecological principles; biological, chemical, and physical ecosystem dynamics; biodiversity; human population dynamics; human resource management; global climate change; and pollution. These are viewed within the context of their environmental, economic, and social settings. Issues are examined utilizing the process of scientific inquiry. The laboratory is coordinated with lectures and emphasizes the environmental issues of Southern California. This course is intended for students majoring in sustainability and business as well as all students interested in environmental issues.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 2,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/fall-2026/biol/#biol-101",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 2,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/biol/#biol-101",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 107",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "107",
      "title": "General Biology-Lecture and Laboratory",
      "units": "4",
      "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab",
      "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or ENGL 105 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course is an examination of living organisms and their environment. The lecture and laboratory are intended for students in the Allied Health Track or students majoring in Education or related areas. Topics include the fundamental chemical and physical processes common to all living organisms, the interactions between organisms and their environment, classical and molecular genetics, metabolism, plant and animal anatomy and physiology, animal behavior, evolution, cellular and molecular biology, and the experimental and cognitive processes used to examine these fields.",
      "notes": [
        "Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for BIOL 105 & 106, 210A, or 210B",
        "Grading: Letter Grade Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 16,
          "open": 6,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/fall-2026/biol/#biol-107",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 18,
          "open": 18,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/biol/#biol-107",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 111",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "111",
      "title": "Cancer Biology",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This is an introductory course that examines the basic biology of cancer and the approaches currently taken in cancer treatment. Basic principles of cell biology and genetics are explored to unravel the mechanisms of cancer development and the development of effective cancer therapeutics and preventative measures. The course emphasizes the process of scientific inquiry to illustrate how cancer biologists gather and analyze data in order to better understand and treat this disease, estimated to be the number two killer in the US. The course is intended for all that want to learn about the types of cancer, causes of cancer, treatments of cancer, and the social impact of this disease on patients, families, and society.",
      "notes": [
        "Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for BIOL 123.",
        "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/fall-2026/biol/#biol-111",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/biol/#biol-111",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 130",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "130",
      "title": "Human Heredity",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture",
      "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or ENGL 105 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course introduces students to the concepts and applications of human heredity. It deals with both classical Mendelian genetics and modern molecular genetics. Topics include gamete formation, human karyotypes, genetic crosses, sex-linked inheritance, structure and function of DNA and RNA, gene expression, transcription and translation, genetic engineering, and population genetics. This course is designed for students interested in biology and human heredity.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/fall-2026/biol/#biol-130",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 161",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "161",
      "title": "Introduction to Research",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course is designed for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) students participating in the STEM Pathways program. Emphasis is placed on selecting a research project, formulating questions and hypotheses, and designing appropriate experimental approaches. Topics include an introduction to experimental design, data analysis, and scientific communication.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass"
      ],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 180",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "180",
      "title": "Plants and People",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture",
      "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This is an introductory course that examines the interdependence of humans and plants. Emphasis is on plant groups that provide us with food, medicine, recreation, decoration, and material goods, as well as those that produce stimulating, intoxicating, or harmful effects. Basic principles of taxonomy, cell structure, plant physiology, plant anatomy, ecology, reproduction and genetics are explored as they relate to these plants. Current environmental and economic issues and the role of molecular genetics in future plant development and the importance of genetic diversity are also examined. This course is intended for all that want to learn about the uses of plants, especially those students with an interest in biology, anthropology, environmental sciences, and/or agriculture.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/biol/#biol-180",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 205",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "205",
      "title": "General Microbiology",
      "units": "5",
      "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture/96-108 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "BIOL 107 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or BIOL 210A with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent and CHEM 100 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent and CHEM 100L with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or CHEM 103 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or CHEM 152 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent and CHEM 152L with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This introductory course covers fundamental aspects of microbiology including taxonomy, structure, physiology, reproduction, genetics, control, immunology, diversity, and host-symbiont relationships. Lab work emphasizes basic techniques for culturing, staining, counting, and identifying microorganisms. This course is intended for students pursuing careers in allied health fields and may meet entry requirements for these allied health fields.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Letter Grade Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 3,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/fall-2026/biol/#biol-205",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 3,
          "open": 3,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/biol/#biol-205",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 210A",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "210A",
      "title": "Introduction to the Biological Sciences I",
      "units": "4",
      "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "CHEM 152 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent and CHEM 152L with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent and Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra with a \"C\" or better or appropriate placement based on California title 5 regulations. All prerequisites must be completed within five years of enrollment in BIOL 210A.",
      "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent and Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in: CHEM 200 and CHEM 200L",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course covers biological chemistry, cell structure and function, cellular metabolism, classical and molecular genetics, and the molecular basis of evolutionary biology. This is the first semester of a two-semester sequence designed for biological science and pre-professional majors.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Letter Grade Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 2,
          "open": 0,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/fall-2026/biol/#biol-210a",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 2,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/biol/#biol-210a",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 210B",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "210B",
      "title": "Introduction to the Biological Sciences II",
      "units": "4",
      "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "BIOL 210A with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent",
      "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course covers the three domains of life, including the phylogenetic relationships of major groups of organisms. Topics include adaptive radiation, anatomy, physiology, development, behavior, and ecology. This is the second semester of a two-semester sequence designed for biological science and pre-professional majors.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 0,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/fall-2026/biol/#biol-210b",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 2,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/biol/#biol-210b",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 230",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "230",
      "title": "Human Anatomy",
      "units": "4",
      "hours": "32 - 36 hours lecture/96-108 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "BIOL 107 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or BIOL 160 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or BIOL 210A with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent",
      "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course is a systems approach to the study of human body structure from the microscopic level of organization to the gross level. Students relate body structures to their functions by studying histological slides and photomicrographs, anatomical models and charts, and mammalian dissection, which may include using prosected cadavers for studying and testing. This course is intended for students majoring in nursing, allied health (e.g. physical therapy, occupational therapy, chiropractic, etc.), psychology, athletic training, physical education, and biology, or those who wish to extend their knowledge of the human body beyond the scope of introductory biology.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Letter Grade Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 6,
          "open": 3,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/fall-2026/biol/#biol-230",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 6,
          "open": 6,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/biol/#biol-230",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 231",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "231",
      "title": "Media Experiences in Human Anatomy",
      "units": "1",
      "hours": "16 - 18 hours lecture",
      "corequisite": "BIOL 230",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course is self-paced study of anatomy through the use of computer software, microscope slides, anatomical models, and graphics. It is intended to meet the requirements of students in the fields of nursing, physical therapy, recreational therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, chiropractic, psychology, physical education, and biology or those who wish to extend their knowledge of the human body beyond the scope of introductory biology.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Pass/No Pass Only"
      ],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 232",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "232",
      "title": "Experience in Human Dissection",
      "units": "1",
      "hours": "48-54 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "BIOL 230 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course provides a supervised study and actual experience in human dissection. Topics include dissection techniques and human anatomy. This course is intended for students pursuing careers in nursing, medicine, and other allied health professions.",
      "notes": [
        "Limitation on Enrollment: BIOL 230 must be completed within 5 years of enrollment in BIOL 232",
        "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/biol/#biol-232",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 235",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "235",
      "title": "Human Physiology",
      "units": "4",
      "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "BIOL 107 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or BIOL 210A with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent",
      "advisory": "BIOL 230 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent and CHEM 100 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent and CHEM 100L with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course is an introductory study of human body functions. Emphasis is placed on the nervous, endocrine, muscular, cardiovascular, immune, digestive, respiratory, urinary and reproductive systems. The laboratory component focuses on investigating and applying the scientific method to the understanding the function of bodily systems. This course is intended for students majoring in nursing, allied health, psychology, biology and physical education.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 4,
          "open": 0,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/fall-2026/biol/#biol-235",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 6,
          "open": 6,
          "url": "/c/san-diego-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/biol/#biol-235",
          "subject": "BIOL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "BIOL 290",
      "subject": "BIOL",
      "number": "290",
      "title": "Independent Study",
      "units": "1-3",
      "hours": "48-162 hours other",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course is designed for students who wish to conduct additional research, a special project, or learning activities in the field of biology. It is not intended to replace an existing course in the discipline. In this course students have a written contract with their instructor for activities such as: preparing problem analyses, engaging in primary research, preparing reports, and meeting with the instructor at specific intervals.",
      "notes": [
        "Limitation on Enrollment: Obtain Permission Number from Instructor",
        "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass"
      ],
      "offered": []
    }
  ]
}