BIOL 1020H – Current Issues in Biology I
Syllabus - Peterborough Campus        Syllabus - Oshawa Campus

Syllabus- Web based Online Course

Syllabus- Peterborough Campus Summer 2011

An examination of the biological principles underlying questions concerning biodiversity and evolution. The course will begin with a discussion of biodiversity and the implications of its loss. This will be followed by consideration of the evolution of life on earth, exploring the underlying processes of natural selection and ecological interactions. Prerequisite: 4U Biology or its equivalent or permission of the department. Excludes BIOL 102H.

BIOL 1030H – Current Issues in Biology II
Syllabus - Trent Campus   Syllabus- Oshawa Campus

Syllabus- Online
An examination of the biological principles underlying questions of biomedical interest. The course will consider topics such as reproductive technology, physiological adaptation to extreme environments, the cellular basis of disease, and genetic engineering and biotechnology. Prerequisite: 4U Biology or its equivalent or permission of the department. Excludes BIOL 103H.

BIOL 1050H – Human Anatomy          Syllabus
Syllabus - Online
This course is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of the structure of the human body using a systems approach. In order to gain an appreciation of the complexity of the human body, it will be examined on both a microscopic and macroscopic level. Prerequisite: 4U Biology and Chemistry. Recommended: 4U Kinesiology. Open only to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science programs. Excludes BIOL 105.

BIOL 1051H – Human Physiology 
Syllabus - Trent Campus
This course is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of the function of the human body using a systems approach. A central theme emphasized throughout the course will be the mechanisms used to maintain homeostasis under normal, healthy conditions. Prerequisite: 4U Biology and Chemistry. Recommended: 4U Kinesiology. Open only to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science programs. ExcludesBIOL 105.

BIOL – CHEM 1550H – Introductory Life Sciences Syllabus
An overview of introductory principles in human nutrition, microbiology and pharmacology, including introductory drug calculations. The course will focus on personal health and wellness, as well as provide an introduction to the most basic elements of these topics as they relate to nursing practice. Prerequisite: 4U Biology and Chemistry. Open only to students in the B.Sc.N. program. Excludes CHEM 1700H (155H). (Cannot be used toward any major in Biology)

Crosslisted Courses

• BIOL – PHYS 1060H – Physics for the life sciences (see Physics)