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Courses

BIOL 121   Introductory Biology for Non-Majors (4 Hours)

This course introduces non-majors to selected concepts and principles that form the foundation of an understanding of how biological systems operate. The importance of scientific methods and processes will be explored. Biological systems will be investigated at a variety of levels, from the chemical to the biosphere, and the unity of diversity of life will be examined in light of evolutionary and genetic processes. 3 hrs. lecture & 2 hrs. instructional lab/wk.

BIOL 125   General Botany (5 Hours)

This is a survey of the life, growth and structure of plants. Divisions of the plant kingdom will be presented with emphasis on life cycles, anatomy, physiology and ecology of major groups. Students will do microscopic and macroscopic analysis of the major division.

BIOL 127   General Zoology (5 Hours)

This is a survey of the life, structure, and growth of animals. Students will concentrate on identifying animals by their structural characteristics and looking at the role adaptation plays in anatomical and physiological features. Students will do dissections and microscopic analysis of the major phyla.

BIOL 132   Introduction to Public Health (3 Hours)

This is an introductory course in public health. It provides a background in many areas of public health with an emphasis on the health system and understanding and measuring health, disease and illness. Epidemiology, food safety and animal health will also be examined. Public health emergency preparedness, the public health workforce and public health administration will also be studied. Students will learn about public health nursing, public health education and the role of law and government in public health. Students will also examine environmental and occupational health. The different types of public health professional occupations and future challenges for public health will be examined.

BIOL 135   Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology (4 Hours)

This course is for biology majors and students planning to take additional courses in the life sciences. Subjects covered include the nature of science; the levels of organization and emergent properties of life; basic biochemistry and bioenergetics; cell structure and function; cellular reproduction; Mendelian and molecular genetics and their relationships to the principles of evolution; basic laboratory skills; and experimentation. The lab activities allow for application of the topics presented in the lecture.

BIOL 140   Human Anatomy (4 Hours)

Students will study gross and microscopic aspects of cells, tissues and organ systems of the human body. They will concentrate on a detailed analysis of the structure of each body system.

BIOL 144   Human Anatomy and Physiology* (5 Hours)

Prerequisites : (RDG 096 or RDG 126) or College Reading Readiness .

This course provides basic knowledge on human structures and their function. Students will study the relationship of structures to function in the organ systems of the human body. Emphasis will be on the identification of the anatomical features and their functions. This is an integrated lecture and lab course.

BIOL 145   Human Anatomy and Physiology Dissection* (1 Hour)

Prerequisites : BIOL 144 and department approval.

Students will dissect the cat and study the relationship of structures to function in the organ systems of the cat. In this laboratory course, they will also dissect the cow kidney, heart, brain and eye. Students will compare and contrast these structures and functions with the organ systems of the human body.

BIOL 150   Biology of Organisms* (5 Hours)

Prerequisites : (RDG 096 or RDG 126 or College Reading Readiness) and (BIOL 125 or BIOL 127 or BIOL 135) or department approval.

This is a survey of the three domains of life. Archaea, bacteria, and eukaryotes will be presented, with emphasis on life cycles, anatomy, physiology, evolution, and ecology of the major groups. This is an integrated lecture and lab course.

BIOL 161   Introduction to Biotechnology (4 Hours)

This course is an introduction to biotechnology, including career exploration, history and applications of Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)/ribonucleic acid (RNA) technology, molecular biology, and bioethics. General manufacturing practice will be utilized throughout the course and students will use and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for biotechnology related protocols. Students will learn the history and ethical uses of biotechnology, and be expected to communicate topics related to biotechnology to the general public.

BIOL 205   General Genetics* (4 Hours)

Prerequisites : BIOL 135 with a grade of "C" or higher.

This introductory course emphasizes human heredity using concepts from classical and modern genetics. Themes of advancing technologies and bioethical issues are interwoven in the basic background fabric of the course.

BIOL 214   Introduction to Teaching Math and Science I* (1 Hour)

Prerequisites : MATH 171 with a grade of "C" or higher or an appropriate score on the math placement test or department approval.

This course allows math and science students to explore and develop an appreciation for teaching as a career. To support their learning, students will be introduced to the theory and practice that is necessary to design and deliver quality instruction. They will plan and implement lessons of an inquiry-based curriculum in an elementary classroom during the semester. MATH 214, ASTR 214, BIOL 214, CHEM 214, GEOS 214, PHYS 214 and PSCI 214 are the same course; enroll in only one.

BIOL 215   Introduction to Teaching Math and Science II* (1 Hour)

Prerequisites : ASTR 214 with a grade of "C" or higher or BIOL 214 with a grade of "C" or higher or CHEM 214 with a grade of "C" or higher or GEOS 214 with a grade of "C" or higher or MATH 214 with a grade of "C" or higher or PHYS 214 with a grade of "C" or higher or PSCI 214 with a grade of "C" or higher.

Students learn about the middle school environment and work on math and science inquiry-based lesson analysis, design and assessment. Student partners will plan and teach three inquiry-based lessons in a middle school. The course emphasizes writing 5E lesson plans with a focus on the importance of using appropriate questioning and assessment strategies throughout the lesson, as well as how to analyze and modify a lesson based on personal reflections and observer feedback. By the completion of the course, students should be able to reflect on their personal suitability/interest in teaching secondary math or science, and develop a feasible pathway to a career in teaching. MATH 215, ASTR 215, BIOL 215, CHEM 215, GEOS 215, PHYS 215 and PSCI 215 are the same course; enroll in only one.

BIOL 225   Human Physiology* (4 Hours)

Prerequisites : BIOL 140 or BIOL 144.

Prerequisites or corequisites: CHEM 122 or (CHEM 124 and CHEM 125).

This is an introduction to the dynamic functions of the human organism, from the chemical and molecular mechanisms that sustain cellular processes through the control systems responsible for homeostasis and the influence of these systems on the cellular function of organ and systems operation. Laboratory investigation using selected biochemical and physiological preparations allows correlation of theory with experimental observations.

BIOL 227   Human Pathophysiology* (4 Hours)

Prerequisites : BIOL 144 or BIOL 225.

This introduction to the physiology of disease covers common disorders of the body from the cellular to the systemic level. Topics include causes, symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatments of disease.

BIOL 230   Microbiology* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : CHEM 122 or (CHEM 124 and CHEM 125) or one year of high school chemistry.

This is a general introductory course in microbiology. It provides a background in many areas of microbiology with an emphasis on medical aspects. The structure, physiology, antimicrobial agents, immunology and host-parasite relationship of microorganisms will be studied, with an emphasis on bacteria.

BIOL 231   Microbiology Lab* (2 Hours)

Prerequisites or corequisites: BIOL 230.

Students will learn aseptic techniques and apply them in the isolation of pure cultures of bacteria. Students will also perform various staining techniques and chemical tests to identify these bacteria. The response of bacteria to changes in environmental conditions will also be examined. Various life stages of medically important parasites will also be observed.

BIOL 235   The Science of Human Nutrition* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : BIOL 140 or BIOL 144.

This course integrates basic concepts of biology and biochemistry with the science of human nutrition. Topics include fundamentals of a healthy eating pattern, sources and functions of various nutrients, nutrient digestion, absorption, and energy metabolism. Food safety and nutritional information including food labels, advertising, and nationally established guidelines will be addressed. Students will also explore underlying causes and rationale for prevention and treatment of diseases, and the relationship of nutritional requirements to the stages of life cycle from conception through the end of life.

BIOL 240   General Pharmacology* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : BIOL 225.

This course provides a basic understanding of the science of drugs-how they work and what they do. Students will study various drug concepts including mechanism of action, pharmacologic class, pharmaco-kinetics, pharmacodynamics and clinical implications.

BIOL 291   Independent Study* (1-7 Hour)

Prerequisites : 2.0 GPA minimum and department approval.

Independent study is a directed, structured learning experience offered as an extension of the regular curriculum. It is intended to allow individual students to broaden their comprehension of the principles of and competencies associated with the discipline or program. Its purpose is to supplement existing courses with individualized, in-depth learning experiences. Such learning experiences may be undertaken independent of the traditional classroom setting, but will be appropriately directed and supervised by regular instructional staff. Total contact hours vary based on the learning experience.

BIOL 121

  • Title: Introductory Biology for Non-Majors
  • Number: BIOL 121
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 4
  • Contact Hours: 5
  • Lecture Hours: 3
  • Lab Hours: 2

Description:

This course introduces non-majors to selected concepts and principles that form the foundation of an understanding of how biological systems operate. The importance of scientific methods and processes will be explored. Biological systems will be investigated at a variety of levels, from the chemical to the biosphere, and the unity of diversity of life will be examined in light of evolutionary and genetic processes. 3 hrs. lecture & 2 hrs. instructional lab/wk.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Describe the nature of science.
  2. Illustrate the levels of organization and emergent properties of life.
  3. Describe bioenergetics.
  4. Analyze the importance of reproduction in maintaining the continuity of life.
  5. Apply principles of genetics to unity and diversity of life.
  6. Discuss evolution as the mechanism of change in biology.
  7. Analyze principles of ecology.
  8. Demonstrate scientific laboratory skills. 

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. The Nature of Science
   A. Recognize science as a process rather than a collection of "facts."
   B. Identify the major steps of the scientific method.
   C. Apply scientific reasoning to real world problems.
   D. Explain fundamental aspects of good experimental design.
   E. Construct scientific hypotheses that give rise to testable
predictions.
   F. Interpret scientific data presented in charts, graphs, and tables.
   G. Evaluate credibility of sources of scientific information.
   H. Differentiate a scientific hypothesis from a scientific theory.

II. Levels of Organization and Emergent Properties of Life
   A. Predict outcomes of basic molecular interactions in organisms using
concepts of ionic, covalent, and hydrogen bonds.
   B. Infer chemical properties and functions of biological macromolecules
from their structure.
   C. Describe the significance of cellular components common to all
living cells.
   D. Analyze the functional interconnections between major components of
cells.
   E. Illustrate how cells show all the essential properties of living
things.
   F. Recognize cells as the basic unit of organization for all living
things.
   G. Relate structure to function at various levels of biological
organization.
   H. Relate genotype of phenotype.
   I. Extrapolate population-level evolutionary mechanisms to
macroevolutionary processes.
   J. Correlate interactions among biotic and abiotic components to
dynamics at various ecological levels.

III. Bioenergetics
   A. Compare and contrast different forms of energy used by organisms.
   B. Illustrate how the physical laws of thermodynamics apply at various
levels of biological organization.
   C. Relate cell membrane function to its structure.
   D. Explain the role of enzymes in metabolism.
   E. Apply concepts of enzyme activity to biological case studies.
   F. Extrapolate concepts of cellular respiration and photosynthesis to
movement of energy and nutrients in living systems. 

IV. Reproduction
   A. Compare and contrast modes of cellular reproduction between
prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms.
   B. Compare and contrast mitotic and meiotic cell division.
   C. Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of asexual reproduction
relative to sexual reproduction.
   D. Relate results of cellular reproduction with outcomes at the level
of organismal reproduction.

V. Principles of Genetics
   A. Analyze basic patterns of inheritance in eukaryotic organisms.
   B. Apply the chromosomal theory of inheritance to patterns of
inheritance.
   C. Differentiate genetic from environmental influences on phenotype.
   D. Relate DNA to chromosomes.
   E. Illustrate the significance of complimentary base pairing for DNA
replication and protein synthesis.
   F. Explain how the information encoded in DNA influences the
phenotype.
   G. Infer the implications of mutation at various levels of biological
organization.
   H. Describe how DNA can be manipulated for various genetic
technologies.

VI. Evolution
   A. Predict the effects of various mechanisms of evolution on allele
frequencies in populations.
   B. Identify the conditions necessary for various mechanisms of
evolution to occur.
   C. Explain the significance of reproductive isolation in speciation.
   D. Compare and contrast basic modes of speciation.
   E. Relate classification to phylogeny.
   F. Describe the major processes that lead to patterns of evolution seen
among various organisms.
   G. Differentiate major lineages of organisms from one another.
   H. Explain the evolutionary and biological significance of defining
characteristics of major lineages of organisms.

VII. Principles of Ecology
   A. Differentiate abiotic environmental components from biotic
environmental components.
   B. Correlate interactions among biotic and abiotic environmental
components to dynamics at various ecological levels.
   C. Differentiate the various levels at which ecology is studied from
one another.
   D. Interpret ecological data presented in charts, graphs, and tables.
   E. Analyze the cost and benefits of various ecological strategies
employed by organisms.
   F. Illustrate ways in which humans are a biotic component of the
environment.
   G. Evaluate conservation strategies using concepts of genetics and
mechanisms of evolution.

VIII. Scientific Laboratory Skills
   A. Demonstrate use of technologies appropriate to laboratory and field
studies.
   B. Perform detailed observations of organisms and their environments in
both field and laboratory settings.
   C. Construct scientific hypotheses that give rise to testable
predictions.
   D. Design and perform scientific experiments and observation
protocols.
   E. Analyze quantitative data collected through observation and
experimentation.
   F. Interpret scientific data presented in charts, graphs, and tables.
   G. Draw conclusions from scientific data.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

Course grade will be determined through exams, quizzes, practicals,
and additional assignments, which may include, papers, projects,
presentations, homework, etc.

Exams: 45-65% of final grade. At least three (3) exams will be given; if
more than four (4) are given and other designated criteria are met, one
exam may be dropped at the professor's discretion.

Practicals: 15% of final grade. Three (3) laboratory practicals will be
given, each worth 5% of the total course grade.

Quizzes: 5-25% of final grade.

Additional projects, papers, presentations, readings, etc.: 15-35% of
final grade.

Grading scale:
A = 90-100%
B = 80- 89%
C = 70- 79%
D = 60- 69%
F = below 60%

Grade Criteria:

Caveats:

  1. Computer Literacy Expectations: Students will need basic word processing and Internet searching skills for the completion of some papers, exercises and projects.
  2. Students enrolled in a course with a laboratory component should be aware that they will be working with a variety of chemicals, materials, and organisms. Students are expected to practice safe techniques with all equipment, materials, and organisms. Students are responsible for their own health and safety.  

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 125

  • Title: General Botany
  • Number: BIOL 125
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 5
  • Contact Hours: 7
  • Lecture Hours:
  • Other Hours: 7

Description:

This is a survey of the life, growth and structure of plants. Divisions of the plant kingdom will be presented with emphasis on life cycles, anatomy, physiology and ecology of major groups. Students will do microscopic and macroscopic analysis of the major division.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Identify and define as to function the parts of the plant cell and physiology of plant cells.
  2. List and compare the various plant phyla and place each plant in its proper division.
  3. Compare and contrast the various life cycles presented in class.
  4. Differentiate between photosynthesis and respiration and construct the steps in both processes.
  5. Identify parts of plants and list the differences between various tissues as to their function.List evolutionary tendencies of plants.
  6. Compare and contrast the various ecological areas (biomes) and their component parts.
  7. Write out a taxonomic key of plants used during taxonomy section.
  8. List the essential nutrients needed by plants and their deficiency symptoms.
  9. Trace the pathway of water in the plant.
  10. Describe the Transpiration-Pull Theory of water movement. 

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Plant Cell and Mitosis
   A. Describe the plant cell organelles and the functions of each.
   B List the stages of mitosis in order and describe each stage.
   C. Compare and contrast plant and animal cells.
   D. Define diffusion, osmosis and active transport.

II. Prokaryotes
   A. List the three bacterial types and general bacterial
characteristics.
   B. Compare and contrast prokaryotes and eukaryotes.
   C. List the characteristics of blue-green bacteria and compare with
bacteria.
   D. Name three genera of blue-green bacteria.

III. Euglenoids and Diatoms
   A. Describe Euglena anatomy and list the functions of each organelle.
   B. Describe Diatoms and their reproduction.
   C. Reproduce the Vaucheria life cycle.
   D. Compare and contrast asexual and sexual reproduction in diatoms.

IV. Chlorophyta
   A. Differentiate between six genera of green algae.
   B. Compare and contrast Spirogyr, Chlamydomonas and Fucus life cycles.
   C. Compare red and brown algae.
   D. List the number of species in each division.

V. Fungi
   A. List the characteristics of fungi.
   B. List the classification of fungi as to division and class.
   C. Describe lichens and differentiate between the three growth forms.
   D. List five economic uses of fungi.

VI. Bryophytes and Lower Vascular Plants
   A. Compare and contrast Marchantia and moss life cycles.
   B. Differentiate between bryophytes and moss life cycles.
   C. Compare Psilotophyta and Lycophyta.
   D. Describe the life cycle of Selanginella.

VII. Fern Allies and Gymnosperms
   A. Describe ferns and compare with Equisetum.
   B. Compare and contrast fern and pine life cycles.
   C. Differentiate seed plants from pteridophytes.
   D. List five economic uses of the Pinophyta.

VIII. Flowering Plants
   A. List all flower parts and describe their functions.
   B. Compare and contrast the various fruit types.
   C. Describe the life cycle of flowering plants.
   D. Compare and contrast Monocots and Dicots.

IX. Stems and Tissues
   A. Define the function of plant tissues.
   B. Describe the structure and function of stems.
   C. Compare woody and herbaceous dicots with monocot stems.
   D. List five examples of modified stems.

X. Roots and Leaves
   A. Describe root and leaf structure and function.
   B. Compare and contrast modified roots and leaves.
   C. Differentiate between tissues of roots and leaves.
   D. List five examples of specialized roots and leaves.

XI. Photosynthesis and Respiration
   A. Compare and list the differences between Light and Dark Reactions.
   B. List the steps in glycolysis and the Krebs cycle.
   C. Compare and contrast photosynthesis and respiration.
   D. Compare and contrast the ATP gain in aerobic and anaerobic
respiration.

XII. Transpiration and Water Movement
   A. Describe the cohesion-tension theory and phloem transport.
   B. Differentiate between macro and micro nutrients.
   C. Describe tropisms and plant hormone reactions.
   D. Define transpiration.

XIII. Ecology
   A. Draw and label a tropic level pyramid.
   B. Describe the various plant biomes.
   C. List and describe four recycled products.
   D. Describe succession on land and water.

XIV. Taxonomy
   A. Use a dichotomous key for plants.
   B. Compare monocots and dicots.
   C. List several families of both monocots and dicots.
   D. Differentiate between convergent and divergent evolution.

XV. Evolution
   A. Describe the theory of Natural Selection as proposed by Charles
Darwin.
   B. List the geologic periods and years in order.
   C. Define Endosymbiotic Hypotheses.
   D. Compare plants and animals as to the period in which they
flourished.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

   Weekly Tests             56% of grade
   Lab Practicals           37% of grade
   Scientific Paper          7% of grade
     Total                 100%

Computer Literacy Expectations: Students will need basic word processing
and Internet searching skills for the completion of some papers, exercises
and projects.

Grade Criteria:

Caveats:

None

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 127

  • Title: General Zoology
  • Number: BIOL 127
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 5
  • Contact Hours: 7
  • Lecture Hours:
  • Other Hours: 7

Description:

This is a survey of the life, structure, and growth of animals. Students will concentrate on identifying animals by their structural characteristics and looking at the role adaptation plays in anatomical and physiological features. Students will do dissections and microscopic analysis of the major phyla.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. List and differentiate between the various Phyla and classes of organisms.

  2. Compare and contrast the various life cycles presented.

  3. Compare and contrast the various organs and systems of each group that are covered.

  4. Relate the dissections to the various groups studied.

  5. Differentiate between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

  6. Differentiate between plant and animal cells.

  7. Compare and contrast protostomes and deuterostomes.

  8. Compare and contrast invertebrates and vertebrates.

  9. Describe cell physiology using diffusion, osmosis and active transport.

  10. Differentiate between the stages of mitosis and list them in order.  

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Cells and Mitosis

A. Describe the structure and functions of the cell organelles.

B. List in order the stages of mitosis and the characteristics of each stage.

C. Compare animal and plant cells.

D. Define diffusion, osmosis, and active transport.

II. Architectural Patterns of Animals

A. List and describe the stages of development from zygote to gastrula.

B. List in order the levels of organization from cell to biosphere.

C. Compare and contrast Protstomes and Deuterostomes.

D. List the seven ranks used in classification.

III. Protozoa

A. List the characteristics of protozoans.

B. Name the various phyla and give examples of each.

C. Compare and contrast the modes of locomotion.

D. List the seven ranks used in classification.

IV. Porifera

A. List the characteristics and contributions of proifera.

B. List the classes and their representatives.

C. Compare and contrast the modes of locomotion.

D. Describe the functions of the organelles used by protozoans.

V. Cnidaria

A. List the characteristics and contributions of cnidarians.

B. Name the classes and their representatives.

C. Compare polyp and medusa stages.

D. Describe the various cell types.

VI. Platyhelminthes

A. List the characteristics and contributions of flatworms.

B. Names the classes and their representatives.

C. Compare and contrast fluke and tapeworm life cycles.

D. Differentiate between free?living and parasitic forms.

VII. Nematodes and Rotifers and Gastrotrichs

A. List the characteristics of pseudocoelomates.

B. Name the phyla presented and list their representatives.

C. Compare and contrast the various nematode life cycles.

D. Define parthenogenesis and cell constancy.

VIII. Mollusca

A. List the characteristics and contributions of mollusks.

B. Name the phyla presented and list their representatives.

C. Compare gastropods, bivalves and cephalopods.

D. Differentiate between torsion and coiling.

IX. Annelida

A. List the characteristics and contributions of annelids.

B. List the classes and their representatives.

C. Compare and contrast the three classes.

D. Describe earthworm reproduction.

X. Arthropoda

A. List the characteristics and contributions of arthropods.

B. List the representatives and their subphyla and classes.

C. Compare and contrast the various groups.

D. Differentiate between the three types of metamorphosis.

XI. Chordata (Fish)

A. List the characteristics and contributions of chordates.

B. List the subphyla and classes and their representatives.

C. Compare and contrast the various fish classes.

D. Differentiate between the types of scale.

XII. Echinodermata

A. List the characteristics and contributions of echinoderms.

B. Name the classes and their representatives.

C. Differentiate between the parts of the water vascular system.

D. Compare and contrast each system.

XIII. Amphibias

A. List and describe the various characteristics of amphibians.

B. Name the orders and their representatives.

C. Draw the frog life cycle and use time frames.

D. Describe the various chromatophores.

XIV. Reptilia

A. Describe and list the characteristics of reptiles.

B. List the orders and their representatives.

C. Compare and contrast the various orders.

D. List three ways the order crocodilia is unique.

XV. Aves

A. Describe and list the characteristics of birds.

B. List the parts of the feather.

C. Compare precocial and altricial birds.

D. Compare and contrast ratite and carinate birds.

XVI. Mammali

A. Describe and list the characteristics of mammals.

B. List the orders and their representatives.

C. Compare reproduction in Monotremes, Marsupials and other mammals.

D. Differentiate between horns and antlers.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

40–60%: Weekly tests
30–40%: Lab Practicals
0–20%: Professor discretion: may include attendance, papers, projects, group work, assignments, presentations, etc.

Total: 100%

Grade Criteria:

90 - 100% = A
80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C
60 - 69% = D
0 - 59% = F

Caveats:

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 132

  • Title: Introduction to Public Health
  • Number: BIOL 132
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 3
  • Contact Hours: 3
  • Lecture Hours: 3

Description:

This is an introductory course in public health. It provides a background in many areas of public health with an emphasis on the health system and understanding and measuring health, disease and illness. Epidemiology, food safety and animal health will also be examined. Public health emergency preparedness, the public health workforce and public health administration will also be studied. Students will learn about public health nursing, public health education and the role of law and government in public health. Students will also examine environmental and occupational health. The different types of public health professional occupations and future challenges for public health will be examined.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Describe eras in the historical development of public health and ways that public health affects literature and the arts, current events, and everyone's daily life.
  2. Illustrate public health's interdisciplinary, cross-cutting character and the contributions of different disciplines and professions to improving health.
  3. Explain how practitioners design and implement culturally competent interventions for improving health in diverse populations.
  4. Explain how culturally competent health information and culturally competent communications can be used to improve health in diverse populations.
  5. Describe how social and behavioral interventions affect population health.
  6. Analyze epidemiological data by applying the basic principles of epidemiology, including rates, risk factors, disease determinants, causation, and public health surveillance.
  7. Describe the impact of the environment and describe how communicable diseases, including animal and food-borne diseases, affect health.
  8. Explain the burden of infectious and chronic diseases and injuries on morbidity and mortality and describe approaches to early detection and prevention.
  9. Describe the role of nutrition and physical activity in health and illness.
  10. Explain how government, policy and law affect public health.
  11. Describe the basic organization of health care and public health systems and the contributions of health professionals.
  12. Explain criteria for evaluating health systems, including matters of equitable access to care, quality, and cost.
  13. Describe the roles of public health in addressing health disparities and the needs of vulnerable populations.
  14. Describe the roles of public health in natural or terrorism-related disaster prevention and management.
  15. Describe the public health professional occupations including public health nursing, and the composition of the public health workforce.
  16. Describe the global problems and solutions in international public health.  

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Overview and Basic Principles
   A. Describe the context and scope of public health, including history,
philosophy, literature, essential services, ethics, and applications to
current events.
      1. Review public health in historical and modern perspectives.
   B. Identify public health as a system.
      1. Explain the features of public health
      2. Review the definitions of public health
   C. Describe the role of the Public Health Workforce.

II. Epidemiologic principles. 
   A. Describe rates, risk factors, and health status indicators of
morbidity and mortality.
      1. Identify disease determinants and causation
      2. Describe the types of epidemiologic research. 
   B. Describe public health surveillance and vital statistics.
      1. Analyze and interpret epidemiological data and statistics.
      2. Identify population groups that experience health disparities
using epidemiological data and statistics.

III. Population Health Tools
   A. Describe health communication and informatics
      1. Access and evaluate the quality of health information and data in
the mass media.
      2. Describe the importance of culturally competent health
information
      3. Explain how culturally competent educational interventions are
designed for specific target populations.
      4. Explain how culturally competent educational interventions
improve health outcomes, including populations that experience health
disparities.
   B. Describe health and social and behavioral sciences.
      1. Explain the impact of diversity, ethnicity, culture and heritage
on health and illness.
      2. Explain the impact of social and behavioral health on health and
illness.
      3. Explain the impact of nutrition on health and illness.
      4. Describe the role of physical activity in maintaining health and
wellness.
      5. Identify educational interventions that target nutrition and
physical exercise as key components of health and wellness.
      6. Identify methods for altering behaviors at the individual and
population levels.
   C. Review Health policy, law, and ethics.
      1. Describe the tools for implementing health decisions.
      2. Identify the potential tensions between individual rights and
social responsibilities.
      3. Review the role of government and law in design and
implementation of public health policy.

IV. Disease and Disability: Determinants, Burdens and Interventions
   A. Review the role of environmental health and safety in public
health.
      1. Describe the environmental issues in public health including
chemicals and pesticides, air and water pollutants, and solid and
hazardous wastes.
      2. Describe the impact of food and drug safety on public health.
      3. Describe the impact of population growth and climate change on
public health.
   B. Review the role of infectious diseases in public health.
      1. Recognize the effects of infectious diseases on longevity and
quality of life.
      2. Explain the demographic distribution and epidemiology of
infectious diseases.
      3. Identify methods of prevention, detection, and control of
infectious diseases from a population perspective.
      4. Identify population groups that experience disparities in
infectious disease prevention.
   C. Review the role of chronic diseases in public health.
      1. Recognize the effects of chronic diseases on longevity and
quality of life.
      2. Explain the demographic distribution and epidemiology of chronic
diseases.
      3. Identify methods to prevent, detect, treat, and minimize the
impact of chronic diseases.
      4. Identify population groups that experience disparities in chronic
disease prevention and detection.
 
V. Healthcare and public health systems
   A. Describe the composition of the public health workforce.
      1. Explain the size and distribution of the public health
workforce.
      2. Explain the roles of public health workers.
      3. Describe the diverse nature of public health disciplines.
      4. Review the interdisciplinary nature of public health
professionals.
      5. Describe the employment options within the healthcare and public
health workforce.
   B. Review the organization of healthcare and public health systems
      1. Explain the institutions and structures of healthcare and public
health systems.
      2. Review the major national and international public health
infrastructures.
      3. Describe the roles and complementary responsibilities of
healthcare and public health systems.
      4. Explain the mechanisms, including insurance systems, for paying
for healthcare services.
   C. Identify the costs, quality, and access to healthcare and public
health services.
      1. Review the reasons for healthcare costs.
      2. Explain the criteria for healthcare quality. 
      3. Describe the effects of inadequate access to quality healthcare.
      4. Identify population groups that experience disparities in
healthcare access.
   D. Describe public health preparedness and disaster management
      1. Identify the essential roles of public health in preparedness for
and response to natural or terrorism-related disasters
      2. Explain the bioterrorism threats to public health including
infectious diseases, threats to air and water quality and to the nation's
food supply.

VI. Special Public Health Education Focus Areas
   A. Describe health disparities and vulnerable populations
      1. Review public health's commitment to vulnerable populations.
      2. Identify specific health care areas of disparity including
maternal and child care, aging, persons with disabilities and minority
groups.
      3. Explain the impact of socioeconomically disadvantaged populations
on healthcare.
      4. Describe the role of cultural competence in designing health
education interventions for vulnerable populations.
   B. Review the role of public health in global health
      1. Describe the burden and distribution of disease on an
international level
      2. Identify the effects of globalization on public health
      3. Identify cross-national collaborations to find solutions for
global public health concerns.
      4. Identify population groups that experience disparities in health
globally.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be
accomplished using the following methods: There will be a minimum of three
examinations and a final examination. Material for examinations may be
taken from the lectures, textbook, handouts, and other assignments such as
discussion board questions and homework. In addition, there will be at
least one project/presentation. Examinations 65 – 70%. Homework and
other assignments 30 – 35%.
 
Grading Scale:
  A =  90% - 100%
  B =  80% -  89%
  C =  70% -  79% 
  D =  60% -  69% 
  F =   0% -  59%

Grade Criteria:

Caveats:

  1. Computer Literacy Expectations: Students will need basic word processing and Internet searching skills for the completion of some papers, exercises and projects. 

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 135

  • Title: Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology
  • Number: BIOL 135
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 4
  • Contact Hours: 5
  • Lecture Hours: 3
  • Lab Hours: 2

Description:

This course is for biology majors and students planning to take additional courses in the life sciences. Subjects covered include the nature of science; the levels of organization and emergent properties of life; basic biochemistry and bioenergetics; cell structure and function; cellular reproduction; Mendelian and molecular genetics and their relationships to the principles of evolution; basic laboratory skills; and experimentation. The lab activities allow for application of the topics presented in the lecture.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1.  Apply the principles underlying the nature of science.
  2. Relate the levels of biological organization with the emergent properties of life.
  3. Explain the connection between cell structure and function.
  4. Summarize the principles of cell metabolism and bioenergetics.
  5. Examine the mechanisms of cellular reproduction.
  6. Identify the basic principles of Mendelian and molecular genetics, and relate these to the basic principles of evolution.
  7. Design and perform experiments in a laboratory setting.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Application of the Scientific Method

A. Construct testable hypotheses.

B. Design and conduct laboratory experiments.

C. Analyze and report experimental results.

II. Basic  Biochemical Foundations of Biological Organization

A. Distinguish between atoms and elements and list the six elements that compose over 90% of living matter.

B. Name the subatomic particles and relate the atom’s structure to its chemical properties.

C. Describe electron orbital configuration and how it affects an element’s reactivity.

D. Name the three types of chemical bonds and how each are formed.

E. Describe the mechanism of enzymes as catalysts in biochemical reactions.

F. Identify the four major groups of organic molecules and describe their functions in cells.

III. The Cellular Structures and Their Functions

A. Describe the cell theory.

B. Differentiate between prokaryotic cells, eukaryotic cells and viruses.

C. Describe the advantages of specialization in eukaryotic cells.

D. Describe structure and function of a cell wall, plasma membrane and cytoskeleton.

E. Name and explain the functions of organelles comprising eukaryotic cells.

F. Describe the fluid mosaic model.

G. Describe the connection between structure and function in living systems.

IV. Basic Principles of Cellular Metabolism

A. Define energy and the laws of thermodynamics.

B. Explain the role of ATP as an energy coupler.

C. Outline the generalized formula for photosynthesis.

D. Describe the light-dependent and light-independent pathways of photosynthesis.

E. Relate the structure and function of a chloroplast.

F. Outline the generalized formula for aerobic respiration.

G. Describe glycolysis, the citric acid cycle and the mechanisms of oxidative phosphorylation.

H. Relate the structure and function of a mitochondrion.

I. Compare aerobic and anaerobic respiration.

V. Forms of Cell Division

A. Describe binary fission.

B. List the stages of the cell cycle.

C. Describe the phases of mitosis and meiosis.

D. Compare the results of mitosis and meiosis.

E. Differentiate between nuclear division and cytokinesis.

F. Distinguish between asexual and sexual reproduction.

G. Describe reproduction and development in plants and animals.

VI. The Basic Principles of Mendelian and Molecular Genetics

A. Explain the Mendelian principles of heredity.

B. Relate the steps of meiosis to the Mendelian principles of heredity.

C. Describe inheritance patterns including dominance, incomplete dominance, codominance, epistasis and pleiotropy.

D. Outline the steps in DNA replication.

E. Describe transcription and translation.

F. Describe the mechanisms that cause mutations.

G. Explain how genes are regulated in eukaryotes and prokaryotes.

H. Compare and contrast the mechanisms by which allele frequencies change within a population and analyze the genetic outcomes of such mechanisms.

I. Identify the methods utilized in genetic engineering.

VII. Proper Use of Scientific Equipment in a Laboratory Setting

A. Operate microscopes and other biological equipment properly and safely.

B. Make wet mount slides for use in microscopy.

C. Perform measurements using the metric system.

D. Collect and analyze data using appropriate technology.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

50% - 75%    Tests and quizzes

15% - 50%      Lab work (including lab reports, lab practicals, tests/quizzes, etc.)

0 - 35%         Other methods such as papers, projects, presentations, or other assignments

Total: 100%

Grade Criteria:

90 - 100% = A
80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C
60 - 69% = D
0 - 59% = F

Caveats:

Computer Literacy Expectations: Students will need basic word processing and internet searching skills for the completion of some papers, exercises and projects.

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 140

  • Title: Human Anatomy
  • Number: BIOL 140
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 4
  • Contact Hours: 6
  • Lecture Hours:
  • Other Hours: 6

Description:

Students will study gross and microscopic aspects of cells, tissues and organ systems of the human body. They will concentrate on a detailed analysis of the structure of each body system.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Recognize histologically, from a drawing, photomicrograph or by microscopic examination, the tissues of the human body.
  2. Describe, either orally or on a written examination, the general architecture of each of the body's systems.
  3. Identify on a complete skeleton each of the bones and selected bone markings of the human body.
  4. Identify the major muscles of the body and give their actions.
  5. Identify on a model or preserved specimen specific structures found in a particular body system.
  6. Explain, either orally or on a written examination, the functional interrelationships between each of the systems that comprise body regions.
  7. Correlate, either orally or on a written examination, the anatomical basis of selected clinically relevant dysfunctions.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Orientation to Human Anatomy

A. List the levels of organization, giving examples of each.

B. Discuss anatomical terminology.

1. Explain the origins of our present day terminology.

2. Describe the process of word analysis, and define and give examples of combining terms, prefixes and suffixes.

C. Identify the planes of reference and descriptive terms for body positions.

D. Outline the body cavities and describe their contents and membranes.

II. The Body’s Microscopic Organization

A. Cytology

1. Relate the cell theory.

2. Recognize parts of the typical cell and describe their functions.

3. Define the cell cycle.

a. State the significance of the cell cycle.

b. List the stages of mitosis and give their distinguishing characteristics.

B. Histology

1. Classify tissues and list their functions.

2. Describe epithelial tissues.

a. Classify types of epithelia.

b. Describe types of membranes.

c. List the types of glands.

3. Describe connective tissues and their functions.

a. Define the types of connective tissue propers.

b. Describe the supporting connective tissues.

c. Describe the specialized connective tissue and blood.

4. Describe muscular tissues.

5. Describe nervous tissues.

6. Recognize neurons and their parts.

7. List the neuroglia and their functions.

III. Protection, Support and Movement

A. The integumentary system

1. List the functions of the integumentary system.

2. Identify the layers and their histology.

3. Discuss derivatives of the epidermis.

B. The skeletal system

1. List the functions of the skeletal system.

2. Describe bone structure.

a. Classify bones into types based on their structure.

b. Define the major surface bone markings.

c. Identify the structures of a longitudinal section of a long bone.

3. Distinguish between the two types of bone growth.

a. Discuss endochondral ossification.

b. Discuss intramembranous ossification.

4. Define the axial skeleton.

a. Identify the elements of the skull and the major surface features of each.

b. Classify the vertebrae by their regional characteristics.

c. Identify the elements of the vertebral column and the major features of each.

d. Identify the elements of the rib cage and their major surface features.

e. Classify the articulated ribs as true, false or floating.

5. Define the appendicular skeleton.

a. Compare and contrast the pectoral and pelvic girdles.

1) Identify the elements of the pectoral girdle and the major surface features of each.

2) Identify the elements of the pelvic girdle and the major surface features of each.

b. Compare and contrast the upper and lower extremities.

1) Identify the elements of the upper extremity and the major surface features of each.

2) Identify the elements of the lower extremity and the major surface features of each.

C. Articulations

1. Discuss the classification of joints.

a. Explain the structural categories of joints.

b. Explain the functional categories of joints.

2. Identify and describe examples of synarthroses.

3. Identify and describe examples of amphiarthroses.

4. Identify and describe examples of diarthroses.

a. Discuss characteristics of synovial joints.

b. List and discuss the six types of synovial joints.

c. Define the various types of movements that occur at synovial joints.

D. The muscular system

1. Describe fascial elements.

2. List the functions and general properties of muscle tissue.

3. Describe the structure of skeletal muscles.

4. Discuss the components and functions of a neuromuscular junction.

5. Explain the various bases for naming muscles.

6. Recognize the major muscles of the head and neck.

7. Recognize the major muscles of the body wall.

8. Recognize the major muscles of the upper extremity.

9. Recognize the major muscles of the lower extremity.

IV. Integration and Coordination

A. Organization of the nervous system

1. Explain the major anatomical and functional divisions of the nervous system.

2. Identify the primary components of the central nervous system.

3. Identify the primary components of the peripheral nervous system.

4. Identify the primary components of the autonomic nervous system.

B. Histology of the nervous system.

1. Describe the principal structures and functions of neurons.

a. Classify the various types of neurons structurally.

b. Classify the various types of neurons functionally.

2. Identify and discuss the functions and locations of the various types of neuroglia.

C. The central nervous system

1. Discuss the structures and functions of the spinal cord.

a. Identify the major structures of the spinal cord.

b. Identify and explain the major ascending and descending pathways.

2. Discuss the structures and functions of the brain.

a. Explain the principal structures of the brain to their general functions.

b. Relate the principal structures of the brain to their general functions.

1) List the functions of the telencephalon.

2) List the functions of the diencephalons.

3) List the functions of the mesencephalon.

4) List the functions of the metencephalon.

5) List the functions of the myelencephalon.

c. Explain the role of the meninges in protecting the central nervous system.

1) Describe the general structure of the meningeal layers.

2) Identify each of the major dural reflections around the brain.

d. Discuss cerebrospinal fluid in relation to the ventricles of the brain and the subarachnoid space.

1) Describe the processes and structure involved in the formation of cerebrospinal fluid.

2) Trace the circulation of cerebrospinal fluid within the central nervous system.

D. Special senses

1. Examine the general anatomical structures involved with the special senses.

a. Identify the major olfactory structures and discuss their functions.

b. Describe the major gustatory structures and discuss their functions.

c. Describe the major visual structures and discuss their functions.

d. Describe the major structures of hearing and balance and discuss their functions.

2. Compare and contrast the special and general senses.

E. Peripheral nervous system

1. Name the cranial nerves, identify their distribution and summarize their functions.

2. Examine a cross-section of a spinal nerve, identify the origin and distribution of the spinal nerves and summarize their function.

3. Recognize the major nerve plexuses and identify the parts of the body that they serve.

4. Recognize the major nerves of the upper extremity, the lower extremity, the body wall and the head and neck.

5. Determine the functional impairment resulting from denervation.

6. Describe a simple reflex arc.

F. Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)

1. Describe effectors, preganglionic neurons, postganglionic neurons and ganglia.

2. Differentiate between the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the ANS in structure and function.

3. Identify the ANS centers of control found in the central nervous system.

4. List the effects of the ANS on the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems.

G. The endocrine system

1. Characterize the location, secretions and targets of the major endocrine glands.

2. Examine central nervous system control and the endocrine glands.

V. Maintenance of the Body and of the Species

A. Circulatory system

1. List the major components of the cardiovascular system.

2. Identify major blood elements such as plasma, erythrocytes, leukocytes and platelets.

3. Identify the pericardium and layers of the heart wall, the chambers and valves, electrical excitation by conductive tissue, two major circulatory routes (pulmonary and systemic).

4. Describe coronary and fetal circulation.

5. Compare the histology of arteries and veins.

6. Name the principal arteries of the extremities, body wall, head and neck, visceral organs and the brain.

7. Name the principal veins of the extremities, body wall, head and neck, visceral organs and the brain.

8. Identify lymph vessels, lymph nodes and the major lymphoid organs.

B. Respiratory system

1. List the functions of the respiratory system.

2. Identify the parts of the conducting division and describe their functions.

a. Nose

b. Paranasal sinuses

c. Pharynx

d. Larynx

e. Trachea

f. Bronchial tree

3. Identify the parts of the respiratory division and describe their functions.

a. Alveolar ducts

b. Alveolar sacs

c. Alveoli

4. Describe the lungs, their surfaces and pleurae.

5. Explain the mechanics of breathing.

a. Identify the muscles involved in breathing and their actions.

1) Explain inspiration.

2) Explain expiration.

b. Describe control of respiration.

C. Digestive system

1. List the general functions and activities of the digestive system.

2. Describe the mechanical and chemical aspects of digestion.

3. List the serous membranes and tunics of the gastrointestinal tract.

a. Identify the peritoneum and its reflections.

b. Identify the layers (tunics) of the alimentary canal.

4. List the structures and major functions of the digestive system in the head and neck.

a. Identify the oral cavity.

b. Identify the teeth.

c. Identify the salivary glands.

d. Recognize the pharynx and its parts.

e. Identify the esophagus.

5. List the structures and major functions of the digestive system in the abdomen.

a. Describe the alimentary canal and the layers of its organs.

1) Identify the stomach and its layers.

2) Identify the small intestine and its regions.

3) Identify the large intestine and its regions.

b. Describe the accessory organs and the ducts associated with them.

1) Identify the liver.

2) Identify the gallbladder.

3) Identify the pancreas.

D. Urinary system

1. List the general functions and physiological processes of the urinary system.

2. List the structures of the urinary system.

a. Recognize the kidney and describe its functions.

1) Identify gross features of the kidney.

2) Describe microscopic structures of a nephron.

a) Recognize renal blood vessels.

b) Recognize urinary tubules.

c) Explain micturition.

E. Reproduction system

1. List the functions of the reproductive system.

a. Identify the primary sex organs.

1) Explain gamete production.

2) Identify major sex hormones and site of production.

b. Identify secondary sex organs.

c. List secondary sex characteristics.

2. Recognize male reproductive parts.

a. Describe the structure and function of the testis.

b. Describe the structure and function of the spermatic ducts, accessory glands and penis.

c. Explain the mechanisms of erection, emission and ejaculation.

3. Recognize female reproductive parts.

a. Describe the structure and function of the ovaries.

b. Describe the structure and function of the uterine tubes, uterus, vagina and vulva.

c. Explain the mechanisms of erection and orgasm.

d. Describe mammary gland anatomy.

4. List the homologies between male and female reproductive structures.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

80-100%    Completion of examinations, written and practical (NOT to include multiple-choice or a word bank) for each of the units of instruction. The proscription against multiple-choice and word bank applies only to practical identifications, not to conceptual (written) portions.
0-20%        Instructor discretion -- may include attendance, quizzes, written
assignments, oral presentation, group work, etc.

Total: 100%

Grade Criteria:

90 – 100% = A
80 – 89% = B
70 – 79% = C
60 – 69% = D
0 – 59% = F

Caveats:

  1. Students entering a laboratory setting should be aware that they may be in close contact with potentially hazardous chemicals and equipment. The students should assume responsibility in conducting themselves in a manner to minimize such hazards. 
  2. Computer literacy expectations: Students will need basic word processing and internet searching skills for the completion of some papers, exercises and projects.

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 144

  • Title: Human Anatomy and Physiology*
  • Number: BIOL 144
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 5
  • Contact Hours: 7
  • Lecture Hours:
  • Other Hours: 7

Requirements:

Prerequisites: (RDG 096 or RDG 126) or College Reading Readiness .

Description:

This course provides basic knowledge on human structures and their function. Students will study the relationship of structures to function in the organ systems of the human body. Emphasis will be on the identification of the anatomical features and their functions. This is an integrated lecture and lab course.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Identify the basic structures of a human cell and describe the function of each of these structures.
  2. Recognize the systemic approach to body organization and use this approach to organize human structures.
  3. Identify histologic and gross structures associated with each body system.
  4. Describe functions of organs and organ systems.
  5. Demonstrate laboratory techniques and procedures required for study and assessment of the human body.
  6. Recognize anomalies and common pathological conditions of human organ systems.
  7. Refer to structures using professionally accepted terminology
  8. Recognize and demonstrate productive attitudes and safe work habits in the laboratory. 

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Body Organization.

A. Define anatomy and physiology.

B. Explain the relationship between anatomy and physiology.

C. List the characteristics of life.

D. List the factors required for maintenance of life.

E. Use accepted anatomical terminology to describe body positions, sections, and regions.

F. Locate major body cavities.

G. Identify membranes.

H. Name the major organ systems and list the organs associated with each.

I. Identify vital signs.

J. Define homeostasis and summarize its significance.

K. Describe the systemic approach of study of the human body and organize the body in this format.

II. Cytology

A. Identify the human cell.

B. Identify the structures of the human cell.

C. List the functions of principle cell structures.

D. Summarize the Cell Theory.

E. Explain physiological movements through cell membranes.

F. Identify the stages of cell division in human cells.

G. Demonstrate proper staining of a human cell.

H. Identify prepared cells upon presentation.

I. Define common cytological terms.

III. Histology

A. Identify human tissues types upon presentation.

B. Categorize human tissues.

C. Describe the functions of each tissue type.

D. List locations of tissue types in the body.

E. Explain how glands are classified.

F. Define common histological terms.

IV. Integumentary System

A. List functions of the skin.

B. Identify the regions of the skin.

C. Identify organs of the integumentary system upon presentation.

D. List functions of the integumentary organs.

E. Describe factors involved in skin color.

F. Distinguish anomalies and pathologies of skin.

G. Define common dermatological terms.

V. Skeletal System

A. List functions of the skeletal system.

B. Identify bone structures.

C. Classify bones according to their shape.

D. Summarize bone growth and remodeling.

E. Recognize divisions of the skeleton.

F. Identify bones of the skeleton.

G. Identify foramina and processes of bones.

H. Distinguish anomalies and pathologies of bone.

I. Describe the effects of hormones that act on bone.

J. Classify joints based on structure and movement.

K. Identify joints.

L. Distinguish pathologies of joints.

VI. Muscular System

A. List the functions of the muscular system.

B. Identify structures within skeletal muscle.

C. Describe how muscles structure is organized.

D. Identify the muscle organs of the human body upon presentation.

E. Summarize the events of muscular contraction.

F. Explain how energy is supplied to muscle.

G. Summarize muscle fatigue.

H. Explain the effect of oxygen on muscle.

I. Describe how exercise affects skeletal muscle.

J. Identify the three types of muscle.

K. Summarize muscle group function.

L. Define common terms associated with muscle and kinesiology.

M. Distinguish common muscle pathologies.

VII. Nervous System

A. List the functions of the nervous system.

B. Describe how nervous tissue is organized.

C. Identify the types of nerve cells.

D. List functions of nerve cells.

E. Identify structures within nerve cells.

F. Explain how an injured nerve may regenerate.

G. Explain nerve cell potentials.

H. Summarize the events at a synapse.

I. Distinguish between types of post synaptic potentials.

J. List factors that affect post synaptic potentials.

K. List the components of the reflex arc.

L. Summarize the importance of nerve pathway organization.

M. Identify the meninges.

N. Distinguish between CNS and PNS.

O. Identify the organs of the CNS.

P. Identify the major parts of the brain and spinal cord.

Q. List the functions of the organs of the CNS.

R. Distinguish association areas of the cerebral cortex.

S. Distinguish between ANS and SNS.

T. Summarize the functions of the ANS.

U. Distinguish between the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the ANS.

V. Identify the nerves of the PNS.

W.    Distinguish common nervous system pathologies.

X. Identify special senses.

VIII. Endocrine System

A. Identify organs that secrete hormones.

B. Classify glands based on structure.

D. Classify glands based on function.

E. Explain hormone pathways and regulation.

IX. Cardiovascular System

A. Identify the components of blood upon presentation.

B. List the functions of each type of blood cell.

C. Explain control of red blood cell production.

D. List the functions of blood plasma.

E. Summarize blood typing procedures.

F. Summarize the events in coagulation.

G. Identify the structures of the heart.

H. Describe the pathway of blood through the heart chambers.

I. Explain heart contraction.

J. Summarize the events of the conduction system.

K. Identify common physiological tests.

L. Perform vital signs.

M. Identify the types of blood vessels.

N. Locate major arteries and veins of the body.

O. List functions of each type of blood vessel.

P. Distinguish common heart, blood, and vessel anomalies using standard medical reports.

Q. Define terminology used in the medical community relating to cardiovascular care.

X. Digestive System

A. Identify digestive organs, their regions, and structures upon presentation.

B. Distinguish between alimentary canal organs and accessory organs.

C. List and explain the functions of the digestive system.

D. List the functions of each digestive organ.

E. Explain how the contents of the alimentary canal are moved.

F. Describe common pathologies of digestive organs.

G. Summarize factors that affect digestion.

XI. Respiratory System

A. Identify respiratory organs, their regions, and structures upon presentation.

B. Summarize the events in inspiration and expiration.

C. List and explain the functions of the respiratory system.

E. Define common respiratory ailments.

F. List nonrespiratory air movements.

G. Classify respiratory organs as upper or lower tract.

H. Explain the exchange of gases at the alveolar level.

I. Distinguish common breathing anomalies using standard medical reports.

J. Identify clinical pathologies of the respiratory system.

XII. Urinary System

A. Identify urinary organs, their regions, and structures upon presentation.

B. List and explain the functions of the urinary system.

C. Trace the pathway of blood through the kidney.

D. Explain the events of urine formation.

E. Summarize the events of micturition.

F. Identify common anomalies of the urinary system.

XIII. Reproductive System

A. Identify reproductive organs, their regions, and structures upon presentation.

B. List the functions of each reproductive organ.

C. Identify analogous organs of both gender systems.

D. Explain how hormones control sexual characteristics.

E. Trace the complete path of sperm cells.

F. Trace the complete path of an egg through fertilization and pregnancy.

G. Identify common STDs.

H. Lymphatic System.

I. Identify lymphatic organs.

J. List the functions of the lymphatic system.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

Tests will be the primary instruments used to measure the student's competencies. 

90-100%     Tests and Final Exam
0- 10%     Quizzes/Assignments

Total: 100%

Grade Criteria:

90 - 100% = A
80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C
60 - 69% = D
0 - 59% = F

Caveats:

  1. Individual instructors may utilize attendance points for bonus points toward the final grade. These points are not to exceed 2% of the final points possible for the course.
  2. The schedule and procedures for this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances.

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 145

  • Title: Human Anatomy and Physiology Dissection*
  • Number: BIOL 145
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 1
  • Contact Hours: 2
  • Lecture Hours:
  • Lab Hours: 2

Requirements:

Prerequisites: BIOL 144 and department approval.

Description:

Students will dissect the cat and study the relationship of structures to function in the organ systems of the cat. In this laboratory course, they will also dissect the cow kidney, heart, brain and eye. Students will compare and contrast these structures and functions with the organ systems of the human body.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Compare the external anatomy of the cat including the various surface areas and appendages with the human body.
  2. Compare each of the organ systems of the cat reviewed to the human body.
  3. Demonstrate dissection techniques and procedures required for gross study of the cat.
  4. Locate by dissection and describe the principal organs and organ systems of the cat.
  5. Dissect and describe selected organs of the cow, including the kidney, heart, brain and eye. 

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Identify and Describe the External Anatomy of the Cat, including:
   A. The external surface structures, regions and landmarks.
   B. The fore and hind appendages and their landmarks.

II. Locate by Dissection and Describe the Principal Organs and Organ
Systems of the Cat, including the:   
   A. Prominent muscles of the muscular system
   B. Digestive system
   C. Urogenital system
   D. Circulatory system
   E. Respiratory system
   F. Nervous system

III. Locate by Dissection and Identify the Specific Structures of Selected
Cow Organs, including the:
   A. Kidney.
   B. Heart.
   C. Brain and eye.

IV. Describe the Comparative Anatomy of the Cat, including:
   A. The external anatomy of the cat and the human.
   B. Each of the organs and organ systems of the cat and the human.
   C. Selected organs of the cat and the cow including the kidney, heart,
brain and eye.

V. Demonstrate Effective Dissection Techniques and Procedures Required for
the Gross Study of the Cat, including:
   A. Proper use and handling of equipment.
   B. Dissection techniques to avoid damage to discrete anatomical
structure.
   C. Proper labeling and note taking.
   D. Preservation and display of the dissected animal and its
organs.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

Laboratory tests using the actual dissection animals and organs will
be given during the course of the semester.  These exams will be short
answer questions based on organ identification.  Each exam will include
descriptive questions from the objectives given for each outline topic. 

      Tests                  90-100% of grade
      Dissection technique    0- 10% of grade
      Total                     100%   

Grading Scale:
   A = 90% - 100%
   B = 80% -  89%
   C = 70% -  79%
   D = 60% -  69%
   F =  0% -  59%

Computer Literacy Expectations: Students will need basic word processing
and Internet searching skills for the completion of some papers, exercises
and projects.

Grade Criteria:

Caveats:

  1. Because this laboratory course involves potentially hazardous chemicals and equipment (including sharp scalps), much care should be taken during dissection, including the wearing of protective clothing and devices. Appropriate behavior is essential to ensure safety of all concerned in the laboratory. 

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 150

  • Title: Biology of Organisms*
  • Number: BIOL 150
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 5
  • Contact Hours: 7
  • Lecture Hours:
  • Other Hours: 7

Requirements:

Prerequisites: (RDG 096 or RDG 126 or College Reading Readiness) and (BIOL 125 or BIOL 127 or BIOL 135) or department approval.

Description:

This is a survey of the three domains of life. Archaea, bacteria, and eukaryotes will be presented, with emphasis on life cycles, anatomy, physiology, evolution, and ecology of the major groups. This is an integrated lecture and lab course.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Summarize and differentiate the various processes and mechanisms of evolution and their outcomes.

  2. Interpret organismal diversity using phylogenetic hypotheses.

  3. Relate taxonomic classification to phylogeny.

  4. Differentiate the three domains of life.

  5. Compare and contrast the major classes and phyla of eukaryotes.

  6. Analyze asexual and sexual reproductive strategies in the context of various organismal life cycles.

  7. Compare and contrast nutritional modes used by organisms.

  8. Relate structure to function in organisms.

  9. Identify and analyze the ecological, economic and health impacts of each major group of organisms.

  10. Explain how organisms interact with their environments.

  11. Design and perform experiments incorporating organisms in a laboratory setting.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Evolution

A. Differentiate evolution from the mechanisms by which it occurs.

B. Identify the various mechanisms by which evolution can occur.

C. Predict expected outcomes of the various mechanisms of evolution.

D. Assess whether all evolution is adaptive.

E. Explain why a phylogenetic tree is a testable hypothesis of evolutionary relationships.

F. Identify the various types and sources of data used to reconstruct phylogenetic trees.

G. Interpret phylogenetic trees.

H. Differentiate monophyletic, paraphyletic and polyphyletic groups.

I. Relate taxonomic classification to phylogeny.

II. Prokaryotes and Viruses

A. Assess the taxonomic validity of “Prokaryota” using current phylogenies.

B. Describe methods of reproduction used by these groups.

C. Describe major structures present in each group and relate these to their function.

D. Explain the function and significance of endospores.

E. Discuss ways in which cyanobacteria contribute to nitrogen fixation and explain its ecological importance.

F. Differentiate the major groups of bacteria.

G. Compare and contrast archaeans, bacteria, viroids, viruses and prions.

H. Discuss the ecological, economic and human health impacts of bacteria, viroids, viruses and prions.

III. Algal Protistans

A. Assess the taxonomic validity of “algae” using current phylogenies.

B. Differentiate the major groups of algal protistans.

C. Describe major structures present in each group and relate these to their function.

D. Identify the predominant nutritional mode employed by most algae.

E. Discuss the importance of various groups of algae as producers in freshwater and marine ecosystems.

F. Describe various asexual and sexual reproduction strategies employed by algae.

G. Discuss the ecological, economic and human health impacts of algae.

IV. Protozoan Protistans and Porifera

A. Differentiate the major groups of protozoan protistans.

B. Describe major structures present in protozoans and sponges and relate these to their function.

C. Identify the predominant nutritional mode employed by most protozoan protistans.

D. Compare and contrast structures used for locomotion by protozoan protistans.

E. Explain recent changes to protozoan protistan classification using current phylogenies.

F. Differentiate the major classes of sponges.

G. Compare and contrast the three major canal systems found in sponges.

H. Describe sponge feeding and explain how the structure of the choanocytes facilitates this process.

I. Discuss the phylogenetic controversy surrounding sponges’ relationships to each other and to other animals.

J. Describe various asexual and sexual reproduction strategies employed by protozoan protistans and sponges.

K. Discuss the ecological, economic and human health impacts of protozoan protistans and sponges.

V. Cnidaria, Ctenophora and Platyzoa

A. Differentiate the classes of cnidarians.

B. Describe major structures present in cnidarians, ctenophores and flatworms and relate these to their function.

C. Relate cnidarians’ structure to their body symmetry and contrast this with structure and body symmetry found in platyhelminths.

D. Explain the function of cnidocytes and relate this to their structure.

E. Differentiate cnidarian polyps and medusae and relate these to the asexual and sexual processes used by members of this phylum.

F. Compare and contrast cnidarians and ctenophores.

G. Discuss the phylogenetic controversy surrounding cnidarians’ and ctenophores’ relationship to each other and to other animals and explain the implications for the evolution of complex organ systems (e.g., the nervous system).

H. Differentiate the classes of flatworms.

I. Explain the importance of certain flatworms as parasites and describe the special structures they use to facilitate this life cycle strategy.

J. Describe the roles of and strategies used to achieve, the asexual and sexual portions of flatworm parasite life cycles.

K. Describe parthenogenesis in rotifers.

L. Identify monophyletic and paraphyletic subgroups of flatworms and discuss the implications for flatworm classification.

M. Discuss the ecological, economic and human health impacts of cnidarians and flatworms.

VI. Mollusca and Annelida

A. Differentiate the major classes of molluscs.

B. Describe major structures present in molluscs and annelids and relate these to their function.

C. Differentiate direct and indirect development strategies employed during sexual reproduction in both molluscs and annelids.

D. Compare and contrast open and closed circulatory systems and relate these to animals’ metabolism and activity levels.

E. Identify regions of uncertainty in mollusc phylogeny.

F. Differentiate the traditionally recognized groups of annelids.

G. Analyze the costs and benefits of metamerism.

H. Identify various structures used to achieve respiration in molluscs and annelids and relate these to the animals’ habitats and lifestyles.

I. Identify monophyletic and paraphyletic subgroups of annelids and discuss the implications for annelid classification.

J. Discuss the ecological, economic and human health impacts of molluscs and annelids.

VII. Nematoda and Arthropoda

A. Differentiate the three types of coeloms and identify coelom types found in nematodes and arthropods.

B. Describe major structures present in nematodes and arthropods and relate these to their function.

C. Describe various asexual and sexual reproduction strategies employed by nematodes and arthropods.

D. Describe ecdysis.

E. Explain the importance of certain nematodes as parasites and describe the special structures they use to facilitate this life cycle strategy.

F. Describe the hosts and strategies parasitic nematodes use to achieve such life cycles.

G. Analyze physical and behavioral characteristics of arthropods hypothesized to contribute to their great abundance and diversity.

H. Differentiate the subphyla and selected classes of arthropods.

I. Differentiate nutritional strategies employed by arthropods.

J. Differentiate direct and indirect development strategies employed during sexual reproduction in insects.

K. Discuss ecdysozoan phylogeny.

L. Discuss the ecological, economic and human health impacts of nematodes and arthropods.

VIII. Echinodermata and Chordata

A. Differentiate the major classes of echinoderms.

B. Describe major structures present in echinoderms and chordates and relate these to their function.

C. Describe various asexual and sexual reproduction strategies employed by echinoderms and chordates.

D. Discuss the role and importance of the water vascular system in echinoderms.

E. Discuss echinoderm phylogeny.

F. Describe the five chordate synapomorphies.

G. Differentiate the subphyla, superclasses and selected classes of chordates.

H. Identify monophyletic and paraphyletic subgroups of chordates and discuss the implications for chordate classification.

I. Discuss the ecological, economic and human health impacts of echinoderms and chordates.

IX. Amphibia and Non-Avian Reptilia

A. Differentiate the orders of amphibians and non-avian reptiles.

B. Describe the major structures present in amphibians and non-avian reptiles and relate these to their function.

C. Describe various asexual and sexual reproduction strategies employed by amphibians and non-avian reptiles.

D. Explain paedomorphosis.

E. Explain the roles of various structures found in the amphibian integumentary system.

F. Discuss amphibian phylogeny.

G. Differentiate anapsid, diapsid and synapsid skull architectures.

H. Analyze the costs and benefits of the amniotic egg.

I. Compare and contrast amphibians and non-avian reptiles.

J. Compare and contrast oviparous, ovoviviparous and viviparous strategies employed during sexual reproduction.

K. Explain why tuataras are considered “living fossils.”

L. Assess the taxonomic validity of “Reptilia” using current phylogenies.

M. Identify monophyletic and paraphyletic subgroups of non-avian reptiles and discuss the implications for both “reptilian” and avian classification.

N. Discuss the ecological, economic and human health impacts of amphibians and non-avian reptiles.

X. Aves and Mammalia

A. Discuss hypotheses about the origin of birds and mammals using current phylogenies.

B. Differentiate paleognath and neognath birds.

C. Describe the major structures present in birds and mammals and relate these to their functions.

D. Describe various sexual reproduction strategies employed by birds and mammals.

E. Differentiate major types of feathers.

F. Describe the structure of contour feathers.

G. Compare and contrast avian and mammalian circulatory structure and function.

H. Identify modifications to avian morphology to accommodate flight.

I. Differentiate the major orders of mammals.

J. Describe major components of mammalian pelage.

K. Differentiate horns and antlers.

L. Compare and contrast major types of glands found in mammals.

M. Describe nutritional strategies employed by various groups of mammals and relate these to dentition.

N. Discuss the ecological, economic and human health impacts of birds and mammals.

XI. Fungi and Bryophytes

A. Describe the major structures present in fungi and bryophytes and relate these to their functions.

B. Differentiate major groups of fungi.

C. Describe various asexual and sexual reproduction strategies employed by fungi.

D. Relate fungal hyphae to the mycelium and mushroom.

E. Compare and contrast specialized structures employed during sexual reproduction by major fungal groups.

F. Analyze the importance of the role of each partner in a lichen and in a mycorrhiza.

G. Identify monophyletic and paraphyletic subgroups of fungi and discuss the implications for fungal classification.

H. Explain the generalized alternation of generations life cycle.

I. Assess the taxonomic validity of “bryophytes” using current phylogenies.

J. Differentiate the phyla of bryophytes.

K. Compare and contrast specialized structures employed during alternation of generations in different bryophyte phyla.

L. Discuss the ecological, economic and human health impacts of fungi and bryophytes.

XII. Pteridophytes and Gymnosperms

A. Assess the taxonomic validity of “pteridophytes” and “gymnosperms” using current phylogenies.

B. Describe the major structures present in pteridophytes and gymnosperms and relate these to their functions.

C. Compare and contrast specialized structures employed during alternation of generations in different pteridophyte and gymnosperm phyla.

D. Differentiate the phyla of pteridophytes.

E. Differentiate homospory and heterospory.

F. Differentiate the phyla of gymnosperms.

G. Explain the evolutionary significance of seeds.

H. Describe the three major components of seeds.

I. Analyze the costs and benefits of dispersal via spores versus seeds.

J. Identify gymnosperm structures that allowed them to be successful in drier habitats.

K. Discuss the ecological, economic and human health impacts of pteridophytes and gymnosperms.

XIII. Angiosperms

A. Differentiate major groups of angiosperms.

B. Describe major specialized structures employed during alternation of generations in angiosperms and relate these to their functions.

C. Relate floral characteristics to method of pollination.

D. Differentiate major fruit types.

E. Relate fruit characteristics to method of dispersal.

F. Describe seed germination.

G. Explain the adaptive significance of seed dormancy.

H. Describe the three primary tissue systems.

I. Describe the major structures present in roots, stems and leaves of angiosperms and relate these to their functions.

J. Analyze the adaptive significance of specialized roots, stems and leaves.

K. Analyze the costs and benefits of an evergreen versus a deciduous leaf replacement strategy.

L. Differentiate the vascular cambium and the cork cambium.

M. Explain the importance of bark and identify its components.

N. Describe secondary growth in woody stems.

O. Describe current understanding of angiosperm phylogeny and relate it to angiosperm classification.

P. Discuss the ecological, economic and human health impacts of angiosperms.

XIV. Ecology

A. Differentiate biotic and abiotic environmental factors.

B. Differentiate populations, communities and ecosystems.

C. Analyze trophic structure within a given community using appropriate terminology.

D. Describe major chemical cycles.

E. Compare and contrast major interspecific interactions.

F. Differentiate primary and secondary succession.

G. Describe the major terrestrial biomes using both biotic and abiotic characteristics.

H. Evaluate the importance of maintaining biodiversity.

XV. Laboratory Skills

A. Document detailed observations of organisms from the microscopic to the macroscopic and ecological levels.

B. Demonstrate proper use of microscopes.

C. Apply quantitative measurement skills incorporating the metric system.

D. Interpret and communicate data using appropriate analytical and statistical skills.

E. Identify unknown organisms using credible sources.

F. Relate structures across varied delivery methods (e.g., models, microscope slides, specimens, etc.).

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

40–60%: Weekly tests
30–40%: Lab Practicals
0–20%: Professor discretion: may include attendance, papers, projects, group work, assignments, presentations, etc.

Total: 100%

Grade Criteria:

90 - 100% = A
80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C
60 - 69% = D
0 - 59% = F

Caveats:

Computer Literacy Expectations: Students will need basic word processing and internet searching skills for the completion of some papers, exercises and projects.

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 161

  • Title: Introduction to Biotechnology
  • Number: BIOL 161
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 4
  • Contact Hours: 4
  • Lecture Hours: 2
  • Lab Hours: 2

Description:

This course is an introduction to biotechnology, including career exploration, history and applications of Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)/ribonucleic acid (RNA) technology, molecular biology, and bioethics. General manufacturing practice will be utilized throughout the course and students will use and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for biotechnology related protocols. Students will learn the history and ethical uses of biotechnology, and be expected to communicate topics related to biotechnology to the general public.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Describe the foundations of modern biotechnology.
  2. Describe career opportunities in biotechnology and synthesize a professional portfolio demonstrating exploration of biotechnology careers.
  3. Use and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
  4. Create solutions and determine quality and asepsis of the solution.
  5. Use appropriate quantitative skills for creating solutions, determining accuracy, and evaluating amounts of products.
  6. Culture prokaryotic cells aseptically.
  7. Culture eukaryotic cells aseptically.
  8. Evaluate the presence of a genetic element through Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR).
  9. Generate a biotechnology product through cloning and protein purification.
  10. Use equipment commonly employed in biotechnology laboratories.
  11. Communicate the importance of biotechnology to a wide audience.
  12. Evaluate both sides of the ethical implications of biotechnology.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Foundations of Biotechnology

A. Define biotechnology with examples.

B. Develop a timeline of important discoveries in biotechnology.

C. Describe the key experiments that led to important discoveries.

1. Germ theory

2. Antibiotic production

3. Structure of DNA

4. Restriction enzymes and ligases

5. Recombinant insulin

6. Polymerase Chain Reaction

7. Genetically modified plants

8. Human Genome Project

9. CRISPR cloning

II. Career Development in Biotechnology

A. Describe the current regional workforce in biotechnology.

1. Research job openings

2. Describe skills needed

B. Develop a portfolio of biotechnology experience.

1. Create a resume

2. Document biotechnology skills

3. Personal statement creation

III. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

A. Appropriately use an SOP.

B. Evaluate an SOP for elements of clarity, safety and documentation.

C. Write an SOP for a biotechnology procedure.

IV. Reagents and Solutions

A. Measure reagents accurately.

B. Create appropriate solutions for laboratory work.

C. Create stock solutions and appropriate dilutions.

V. Quantitative Skills for Biotechnology

A. Calculate reagents needed for solutions.

B. Determine purity of nucleic acids and proteins.

C. Evaluate the values of calibration tests.

VI. Quality Control

A. Select appropriate assays to measure quality of a solution.

B. Perform protocols to determine quality of a solution.

C. Evaluate the results of quality tests.

VII. Culture of Cells

A. Prepare sterile media.

B. Culture prokaryotic cells aseptically.

C. Evaluate purity of prokaryotic cell culture with streak plating.

D.  Culture  eukaryotic cells aseptically.

E. Evaluate sources of contamination in cell culture.

VIII. Identifying Genetic Elements

A. Design of primers for Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR).

B. Optimize conditions for PCR.

C. Set up sequencing reactions.

D. Explain sequencing chemistry.

E. Evaluate sequencing results.

IX. Biotechnology Product Production

A. Design a project to produce a protein.

B. Produce protein using cell culture.

C. Purify protein product.

D. Evaluate purity of protein product.

X. Instrumentation

A. Use instrumentation in the biotechnology lab safely.

1. Spectrophotometer

2. Laminar flow hoods

3. Thermocycler

4. Electrophoresis equipment

5. Incubators

6. Bioreactor

B. Maintain and clean instrumentation in the biotechnology laboratory.

1. Spectrophotometer

2. Laminar flow hoods

3. Thermocycler

4. Electrophoresis equipment

5. Incubators

6. Bioreactor

XI.  Biotechnology Communication

A. Present a biotechnology project to an audience.

B. Assist participants in completing an SOP related to biotechnology.

C. Communicate skills needed in biotechnology.

D. Communicate the role of biotechnology in medicine.

XII. Ethical Implications of Biotechnology

A. Discuss the ethical considerations in biotechnology.

B. Describe multiple points of view to ethical issues in biotechnology.

C. Locate resources that discuss the ethics of biotechnology use.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

Biotechnology is a field requiring the application of techniques in a variety of situations.  Students must be able to demonstrate understanding of the techniques used in the course as well as being able to perform the techniques covered.  

50-60%    Practical skills assessment
20-30%    Quizzes/Homework/Projects
10%         Cumulative project
10%         Laboratory notebook

Total: 100%

Grade Criteria:

90 - 100% = A
80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C
60 - 69% = D
0 - 59% = F

Caveats:

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 205

  • Title: General Genetics*
  • Number: BIOL 205
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 4
  • Contact Hours: 6
  • Lecture Hours: 3
  • Lab Hours: 3

Requirements:

Prerequisites: BIOL 135 with a grade of "C" or higher.

Description:

This introductory course emphasizes human heredity using concepts from classical and modern genetics. Themes of advancing technologies and bioethical issues are interwoven in the basic background fabric of the course.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Describe important historical developments in genetics, particularly the contributions of Mendel, and Watson & Crick; and important research advances.

  2. Describe the structure and function of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells in enough detail to understand related genetic concepts.

  3. Describe mitosis and meiosis.

  4. Solve a variety of genetic problems using Punnett squares to illustrate Mendelian principles.

  5. Analyze human pedigree diagrams using examples from autosomal recessive and dominant traits, and sex-linked inheritance; predict the probability of carriers of a gene, and of occurrence of a trait among offspring.

  6. Describe the male and female reproductive systems; the formation of gametes; and the basic development of the embryo and fetus.

  7. Describe modern reproductive technologies such as artificial insemination, surrogate mothers, in-vitro fertilization; and appreciate related bioethical considerations.

  8. Describe techniques of prenatal diagnoses such as amniocentesis and chorion villus sampling, and appreciate bioethical considerations related to genetic counseling and potential therapeutic abortion.

  9. Discuss basic ideas involved in the structure and replication of DNA, and the concepts of protein synthesis in enough detail to understand concepts such as the one gene one polypeptide hypothesis; gene expression; mutations; and genetic engineering.

  10. Discuss the most important types of chromosomal and gene mutations, their causes, and their important human consequences.

  11. Discuss the basic concepts of genetic engineering and gene splicing, and appreciate the future consequences of these powerful technologies.

  12. Integrate the basic concepts of human genetics with the interwoven themes of advancing technologies and bioethical issues to gain awareness of the complex problems facing society, and form a framework for personal values and decisions.

  13. Identify and demonstrate knowledge of basic laboratory concepts related to both classical and modern genetics. 

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Introduction to Genetics
   A. Identify important people and events in the history of genetics.
   B. Define the main areas of genetics such as molecular genetics,
transmission genetics and population genetics.
II. Cellular Basis of Structure and Growth
   A. Compare Prokaryotic Cells and Eukaryotic Cells.
   B. Review reproductive and development processes.
      1. Compare the processes and significance of mitosis and meiosis.
      2. Define development: growth and differentiation.
III. Mendelian Genetics: Basic Principles of Inheritance
   A. Discuss Mendel's research on pea plants.
      1. Solve problems involving dominant and recessive traits using Punnett Squares.
      2. Apply Mendel's Laws of Dominance, Segregation and Independent Assortment.
   B. Apply basic probability concepts to solve genetics problems.
   C. Solve problems involving multiple alleles to include human blood groups.
   D. Solve problems involving polygenic inheritance.
   E. Calculate gene frequencies using the Hardy-Weinberg Law.
IV. Human Genetics
   A. Analyze pedigree diagrams.
      1. Recognize pedigree symbols.
      2. Calculate simple probabilities related to pedigree analysis.
      3. Analyze autosomal pedigrees of recessive inheritance.
      4. Analyze autsomal pedigrees of dominant inheritance.
      5. Analyze pedigree of sex-linked traits.
   B. Describe the outcomes of genetic counseling.
   C. Use online and library resources related to human genetics.
V. Human Sexuality
   A. Review the female reproductive system and make reproductive systems.
   B. Compare spermatogenesis in the male with oogenesis in the female.
   C. Compare development of male and female genotypes.
   D. Describe genetic sexual disorders, including:
      1. Single gene disorders, such as pseudohermaphroditism and testicular pominization and chromosomal disorders, such as
         a. Turner's Syndrome
         b. Klinefelter's Syndrome
         c. XYY Males
VI. Reproductive Technologies and Choices
   A. Describe birth technologies, such as:
      1. Artificial insemination
      2. Surrogate motherhood
      3. In-Vitro fertilization
   B. Describe prenatal diagnosis, including:
      1. Amniocentesis
      2. Chorionic Villus sampling
   C. Compare different bioethical considerations related to new reproductive technologies and choices.
VII. Informational Macromolecules
   A. Review the chemistry of amino acids, proteins and enzymes.
   B. Describe and discuss DNA, and the following functions of genetic material:
      1. Transformation
      2. Transduction
      3. Structure and replication of DNA
   C. Describe RNA and protein synthesis to include:
      1. Messenger and Transfer RNA
      2. Protein synthesis
   D. Illustrate the basic mechanisms of gene expression in both prokaryotes and eukaryotes.
VIII. Variation
   A. Discuss examples of genetic variation, including:
      1. Dominance and recessiveness (Phenylketonuria)
      2. Expressivity (Diabetes)
      3. Penetrance (Polydactyly)
      4. Delayed Onset (Huntington's Chorea)
      5. Co-Dominance (Human Blood Groups)
      6. Epistasis (Congenital Deafness)
   B. Discuss examples of variation caused by environment.
IX. Mutations
   A. Describe different chromosomal mutations, including:
      1. Deletions
      2. Duplications
      3. Inversions
      4. Translocations
      5. Downs Syndrome
   B. Describe types of gene mutations, including:
      1. Point mutations
      2. Frameshift mutations
      3. Spontaneous mutations
      4. Causes of mutations
   C. Discuss the genetic basis of many cancers including the role of:
      1. Oncogenes
      2. Tumor suppressor genes
      3. Chemical mutagens/carcinogens
      4. Radiation and other environmental factors
X. Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology
   A. Describe the main application areas of biotechnology in medicine, agriculture and other areas of society.
   B. Describe basic techniques used in recombinant DNA.
   C. Explain the basic principles behind the technologies involved in gene amplification and sequencing.
   D. Discuss ethical considerations of new technologies.
XI. Laboratory and Research Skills
   A. Demonstrate familiarity with the use of online biotechnology resources.
   B. Identify basic modes of Mendelian inheritance in selected species.
   C. Demonstrate basic techniques for staining and studying chromosomes.
   D. Use appropriate statistical and quantitative techniques such as chi-square
      tests in hypothesis testing.
   E. Demonstrate principles and proper techniques associated with modern genetic tools such as electrophoresis, and DNA amplification.
   F. Critically interpret information obtained using modern genetic techniques.
   G. Demonstrate elementary techniques associated with the use of key experimental organisms in modern genetic analysis and biotechnology such as bacteria, yeast and Drosophila.
   H. Use appropriate laboratory safety skills and sterile technique.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

Lecture examinations given approximately every 3-4 weeks. 

Exams will be worth 50 to 75 points each.

Students will solve problems, analyze pedigrees, and respond to a variety of objective type questions.

  • Cumulative lecture final worth 100-150 points
  • Two laboratory exams over laboratory activities, each worth 50-75 points
  • Weekly lecture or laboratory quizzes, each worth 5-10 points
  • Research paper over some aspect of modern genetics of interest to the student and approved by the instructor worth 50 - 100 points. This paper can combine both internet and standard library research.

The final grade should consist of approximately the following:

  • 60% of total points from the lecture exams and the final
  • 10% of total from the research paper
  • 30% of total from laboratory exams and quizzes

Grade Criteria:

90 – 100% = A
80 – 89% = B
70 – 79% = C
60 – 69% = D
0 – 59% = F

Caveats:

  1. Computers will be used in conjunction with assignments in this course and basic competency in using the world wide web and word processing software will be assumed. 

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 214

  • Title: Introduction to Teaching Math and Science I*
  • Number: BIOL 214
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 1
  • Contact Hours: 1.25
  • Lecture Hours: 1.25

Requirements:

Prerequisites: MATH 171 with a grade of "C" or higher or an appropriate score on the math placement test or department approval.

Description:

This course allows math and science students to explore and develop an appreciation for teaching as a career. To support their learning, students will be introduced to the theory and practice that is necessary to design and deliver quality instruction. They will plan and implement lessons of an inquiry-based curriculum in an elementary classroom during the semester. MATH 214, ASTR 214, BIOL 214, CHEM 214, GEOS 214, PHYS 214 and PSCI 214 are the same course; enroll in only one.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  1. Determine if teaching is a viable career path.
  2. Identify strategies for effective lesson planning and utilize these strategies to design and deliver inquiry-based lessons using the 5E Instructional Model.
  3. Demonstrate an awareness of personality and learning differences and discuss the implications for both teaching and learning.
  4. Use probing questions to elicit feedback to determine students' acquisition of knowledge.
  5. Revise lesson plans to reflect the needs of learners based on field experience gained in cooperation with a practicing classroom teacher.
  6. Research  and identify relevant state and national teaching standards.
  7. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology for teaching, communicating, and collaborating.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Teaching as a Career

A. Determine suitability/interest in teaching as a career through thoughtful self-reflection.

B. Explore pathways to a career in teaching.

C. Identify personal learning styles and discuss their implications for classroom interactions.

II. Strategies for Practical Lesson Design

A. Design and deliver inquiry-based hands-on lessons.

B. Write performance objectives for each lesson, including mathematics and/or science connections, and appropriate assessments for those objectives.

C. Use technology and the Internet to enhance classroom lessons, collaborate, and communicate.

III. Concepts and Components of Teaching Theory

A. Identify instructional strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners.

B. Distinguish between learner-centered and teacher-centered instructional strategies.

C. Discuss state and national science and mathematics standards and their implications for curriculum decisions.

D. Identify current issues in the theory and practice of teaching.

IV. Components of a Field Experience

A. Observe a math-science lesson taught by a cooperating teacher.

B. Interact with a population of diverse student learners in a school setting while teaching a lesson in an elementary school classroom.

C. Receive and synthesize feedback from a cooperating teacher as a peer and mentoring colleague in order to improve techniques.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

10-20%    Active classroom participation

20-30%    Lesson planning and associated activities

30-40%    Completion of field experience and associated activities

20-25%    Related assignments/homework

Grade Criteria:

90-100% = A
80-89% = B
75-79% = C
70-74% = D
0-69% = F

Caveats:

To successfully complete the prerequisite(s) for this course, a student must earn at least a "C" in the prerequisite course(s) or earn an appropriate score on a placement exam. If a student is found not to have successfully fulfilled the prerequisite(s) for this course, the student will be dropped from the course.

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 215

  • Title: Introduction to Teaching Math and Science II*
  • Number: BIOL 215
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 1
  • Contact Hours: 1.25
  • Lecture Hours: 1.25

Requirements:

Prerequisites: ASTR 214 with a grade of "C" or higher or BIOL 214 with a grade of "C" or higher or CHEM 214 with a grade of "C" or higher or GEOS 214 with a grade of "C" or higher or MATH 214 with a grade of "C" or higher or PHYS 214 with a grade of "C" or higher or PSCI 214 with a grade of "C" or higher.

Description:

Students learn about the middle school environment and work on math and science inquiry-based lesson analysis, design and assessment. Student partners will plan and teach three inquiry-based lessons in a middle school. The course emphasizes writing 5E lesson plans with a focus on the importance of using appropriate questioning and assessment strategies throughout the lesson, as well as how to analyze and modify a lesson based on personal reflections and observer feedback. By the completion of the course, students should be able to reflect on their personal suitability/interest in teaching secondary math or science, and develop a feasible pathway to a career in teaching. MATH 215, ASTR 215, BIOL 215, CHEM 215, GEOS 215, PHYS 215 and PSCI 215 are the same course; enroll in only one.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Design inquiry-based middle school lesson plans, utilizing resources from exemplary inquiry-based science and mathematics lessons.
  2. Implement effective middle school teaching strategies based on the unique attributes of adolescents.
  3. Construct effective classroom learning activities using appropriate technology.
  4. Analyze data gained from pre- and post-assessments to evaluate student learning as a basis for revising lesson plans and teaching strategies.
  5. Employ techniques that offer educational equity among a population of diverse learners.
  6. Identify personal suitability/interest in teaching secondary math or science.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Practical Lesson Design

A. Design inquiry-based lessons using the 5E Instructional Model.

B. Write measurable performance objectives for each lesson.

C. Develop applicable pre- and post-assessments for the performance objectives.

D. Analyze student data acquired through pre- and post-assessments to improve future lesson planning.

E. Incorporate technology into at least one lesson in a manner that encourages enhanced student interaction and learning.

II. Teaching Theory

A. Identify instructional approaches that meet the needs of diverse middle school learners.

B. Develop questioning strategies to effectively interact with students with varying abilities and learning styles in a middle school classroom.

C. Develop achievable solutions to preserve instructional equity in the classroom environment.

III. Field Experience

A. Reflect upon observations of lessons taught by an experienced math/science teacher.

B. Teach three inquiry-based lessons to a middle school math or science class.

C. Use probing questions to elicit feedback to determine students’ acquisition of knowledge.

D. Synthesize feedback from both mentor teachers and master teachers in order to improve teaching techniques.

E. Reflect on teaching experiences in order to enhance future classroom interactions.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

15-25%    Active classroom participation and attendance
20-30%    Lesson planning and preparation
30-40%    Field experiences, reflections and associated activities
10-20%    Other assignments

100%         Total

Grade Criteria:

90 – 100% = A
80 – 89% = B
75 – 79% = C
70 – 74% = D
0 – 69% = F

Caveats:

To successfully complete the prerequisite(s) for this course, a student must earn at least a “C” in the prerequisite course(s).  If a student is found not to have successfully fulfilled the prerequisite(s) for this course, the student will be dropped from the course.

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 225

  • Title: Human Physiology*
  • Number: BIOL 225
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 4
  • Contact Hours: 6
  • Lecture Hours:
  • Other Hours: 6

Requirements:

Prerequisites: BIOL 140 or BIOL 144.
Prerequisites or corequisites: CHEM 122 or (CHEM 124 and CHEM 125).

Description:

This is an introduction to the dynamic functions of the human organism, from the chemical and molecular mechanisms that sustain cellular processes through the control systems responsible for homeostasis and the influence of these systems on the cellular function of organ and systems operation. Laboratory investigation using selected biochemical and physiological preparations allows correlation of theory with experimental observations.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between structure and function from the molecular level to the organ system level.
  2. Understand homeostasis and describe how the functions of different organ systems are integrated to maintain the stability of regulated variables through feedback loops.
  3. Describe of how cellular communication through information flow (in the form of chemical or electrical signals) between cells and within cells is needed to coordinate body functions.
  4. Describe how different substances (ions, molecules, fluid, air) are transported between compartments and cells.
  5. Describe how the acquisition, storage, transformation, and use of energy is crucial to body functions.
  6. Interpret graphs of physiological data and demonstrate laboratory procedures that examine and evaluate physiological processes.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Molecular physiology

A. List and describe different classes of biological molecules.

1. Compare and contrast polar and nonpolar molecules and give examples of each.

2. Compare and contrast inorganic and organic molecules and give examples of each.

3. Define electrolytes, salts, acids, bases, and describe the pH scale.

4. Describe the following classes of organic molecules and give examples of each: carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

5. Describe the structure and function of enzymes.

a. List factors that can alter enzyme function.

b. Define denaturation and describe the conditions that can cause it.

B. Describe the relationship between DNA and proteins.

1. Genetic information

a. Describe the elements of DNA and RNA.

b. Explain the meaning of the genetic code and describe its source.

2. Protein synthesis

a. Describe in detail processes and locations of transcription and translation.

b. List the factors that regulate protein synthesis in human cells.

C. Describe how cells acquire, store, transform, and use energy.

1. Describe the properties of ATP.

a. Describe how ATP is used to store and transfer chemical energy.

2. Overview of cellular respiration

a. Describe the processes of aerobic and anaerobic metabolic pathways.

b. Describe carbohydrate, lipid, and protein metabolism.

D. Describe the movement of molecules across cell membranes (in relation to homeostasis).

1. Structure and function of the cell membrane

a. Describe the structure of the cell membrane and list its components.

b. Explain the how each of the cell membrane components contribute to its function.

2. Transport through the cell membrane.

a. Compare and contrast passive transport processes and active transport processes. Give examples of each.

b. Define diffusion.

1) Describe Fick’s Law of Diffusion.

2) Describe the electrochemical gradient.

3) Compare and contrast simple diffusion and facilitated diffusion.

c. Explain the concept of mediated transport.

1) Compare and contrast channel-mediate transport and carrier-mediate transport.

2) Compare and contrast primary active transport and secondary active transport.

3) Compare and contrast primary active transport and facilitated diffusion.

d. Define osmosis.

1) Define osmolarity.

2) Describe the difference between penetrating solutes and nonpenetrating solutes and give examples of each.

3) Explain the meaning of solution tonicity and make predictions on changes in cellular volume using information regarding osmolarity and solute type.

e. Bulk transport

1) Define exocytosis and give examples.

2) Define endocytosis, list the three types of endocytosis, and give examples of each.

E. Define homeostasis and describe its importance to living systems.

1. List and describe the components of a homeostatic mechanism.

2. Describe different types of feedback loops and give examples of each.

3. Describe how the nervous system and endocrine system maintain homeostasis.

II. Body Systems

A. Describe nervous system physiology.

1. Structure of the nervous system

a. Describe the physiological structure of neurons.

2. Membrane potentials

a. Describe the properties of the resting membrane potential.

b. Distinguish between graded potentials and action potentials.

c. Describe nerve impulse transmission.

3. Synapses

a. Describe the functional anatomy of synapses.

b. Describe neurotransmitters, list their different categories, and describe their roles in synaptic transmission.

c. Define an excitatory postsynaptic potential and describe how it is created.

d. Define an inhibitory postsynaptic potential and describe how it is created.

e. Compare and contrast spatial summation and temporal summation.

f. Explain termination of synaptic transmission.

g. Describe how synaptic transmission is modified by drugs and disease.

4. Receptors and processing of sensory information

a. Describe the different types of receptors for somatic and special senses.

b. Explain how receptors convert physical stimuli into electrical signals.

c. Explain basic characteristics of sensory coding.

5. Describe reflexes and describe their roles in nervous system function.

a. Describe the different components of a reflex arc.

6. Autonomic nervous system (ANS)

a. Describe the functions of the ANS.

b. Compare and contrast the somatic nervous system and the ANS.

c. Compare and contrast the sympathetic nervous system and the parasympathetic nervous system.

7. Application of homeostatic mechanisms

a. Make predictions related to homeostatic imbalance, including disease states and disorders.

B. Describe endocrine system physiology.

1. Describe the functions of the endocrine system.

a. Explain the differences between endocrine glands and exocrine glands.

2. Define the terms hormone, neurohormone, and target cell.

a. Compare and contrast hormones with paracrine and autocrine signals.

1) Define and give examples of eicosanoids.

2) Describe the functions of nitric oxide (NO)

b. Describe the synergistic effects, permissive effects, and antagonistic effects hormones can have on their target cells.

c. Describe down regulation and up regulation of target cell receptors.

3. List the different chemical classes of hormones.

a. Compare and contrast how the different classes of hormones are produced and stored in endocrine cells, released from the endocrine cells, and transported in the blood.

b. Compare and contrast the location of target cell receptors for the different chemical classes of hormones.

c. Compare and contrast target cell responses for the different chemical classes of hormones (STP and genomic effects).

4. Describe the mechanisms that control the secretion of hormones.

a. Define trophic hormones.

5. Explain the anatomical and functional relationship between the hypothalamus, anterior pituitary, and posterior pituitary glands.

a. Describe the hormones secreted by the hypothalamus, their control pathways, and their effects on anterior pituitary hormones.

b. Describe the hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary, their control pathways, and their primary target cells and effects.

c. Describe the two hormones secreted by the posterior pituitary, where they are produced, their control pathways, and their primary target cells and effects.

6. Describe the functional anatomy of the thyroid gland and parathyroid glands.

a. Describe the hormones secreted by the thyroid gland, their control pathways, and their primary target cells and effects.

b. Describe the hormone secreted by the parathyroid glands, its control pathways, and its primary target cells and effects.

7. Describe the functional anatomy of the adrenal glands.

a. Describe the hormones secreted by the adrenal cortex, their control pathways, and their primary target cells and effects.

b. Describe the hormones secreted by the adrenal medulla, their control pathways, and their primary target cells and effects.

8. Describe the physiological effects of stress.

9. Application of homeostatic mechanisms

a. Make predictions related to homeostatic imbalance, including disease states and disorders.

C. Describe the physiology of the muscular system.

1. Explain the functional components of the sliding filament theory.

a. Explain the role of AP, ATP, and Ca2+ within the sliding filament theory.

b. Understand rigor state, contraction state, and relaxation state in the cross-bridge cycle.

2. List the sources of ATP for muscle contraction.

3. Describe twitch, tetanus, and fatigue theories.

4. Compare and contrast the different types of skeletal muscle fibers.

5. Describe the different behaviors of whole muscle contractions, motor units, lever systems.

6. Compare and contrast the role of Ca2+ within skeletal muscles and smooth muscles.

7. Application of homeostatic mechanisms

a. Make predictions related to homeostatic imbalance, including disease states and disorders.

D. Describe the cardiovascular system physiology.

1. Blood

a. Functionally describe the components of plasma and cellular elements of blood.

b. Explain the process of hematopoiesis and role of erythropoietin, meaning of hematocrit.

c. Explain the process of hemoglobin breakdown and fate of the products.

d. Explain hemostasis: platelet plug formation and coagulation cascade.

e. Describe fibrinolysis and role of plasmin.

f. Describe ABO, Rh blood typing.

1) Describe the role of blood types in transfusion reactions.

2. Heart

a. Describe the function of cardiac cell types: autorhythmic and contractile cells’ action potentials, Ca2+ roles, plateau.

b. Explain the mechanical events of the cardiac cycle as it pertains to the Wiggers’ Diagram including valve openings/closings, heart sounds.

c. Explain the electrical events of the cardiac cycle as it pertains to the Wiggers’ Diagram including the electrocardiogram (ECG) waves and importance of ECG as a diagnostic tool.

d. Explain stroke volume (SV), heart rate (HR) and relevance to regulation of cardiac output (CO).

e. Explain the effects of ANS on the heart for SV, HR and relevance to CO

3. Integration of cardiovascular function: regulation of mean arterial pressure (MAP)

a. Describe the functional roles of the blood vessel types

b. Explain the relevance of CO and total peripheral resistance (TPR) to MAP.

c. Homeostatic mechanisms for blood pressure regulation: ANS (baroreceptor reflex) and renin-angiotensin system (RAS) (endocrine control).

4. Application of homeostatic mechanisms

a. Make predictions related to homeostatic imbalance, including disease states and disorders.

E. Describe the physiology of the immune system.

1. Describe the effector cells of the immune system, including all leukocytes.

a. Explain the specialized function of APCs.

2. Compare and contrast the non-specific (innate) response and the specific response.

a. Understand non-specific responses including the following: phagocytosis, inflammation, fever, and complement cascade.

b. Understand specific responses including the following: antibodies, B and T cells, role of major histocompatibility complex (MHC), immunity (passive and active).

3. Describe responses to bacterial and viral pathogens and allergic response.

4. Application of homeostatic mechanisms

a. Make predictions related to homeostatic imbalance, including disease states and disorders.

F. Describe respiratory system physiology.

1. Describe the process of air flow (inspiration and expiration) in terms of Boyle’s law.

a. Explain pulmonary air volumes and capacities as measured by spirometry.

b. Explain the muscles used in quiet (passive) and active inspiration and expiration.

2. Describe the exchange of gases in alveoli, transport in blood, and tissue gas exchange.

3. Explain the relationship between the partial pressure of gas in air and the solubility of gas
in water (blood).

4. Explain lung compliance and elasticity and the role of surfactant.

5. Explain the methods of O2-transport and CO2-transport in blood.

a. Explain hemoglobin saturation and the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve.

b. Describe the effects of pH and Bohr shift in the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve.

c. Explain the carbonic anhydrase reaction and its role in CO2 transport in blood.

6. Explain intrapleural pressure and how it relates to residual air volume.

7. Describe the different regulations of ventilation, with a focus on CO2.

a. Differentiate the roles of central chemoreceptors and peripheral chemoreceptors.

b. Explain the effects of hyperventilation and hypoventilation on the regulatory centers for control of ventilation.

8. Explain ventilation and perfusion matching.

a. Explain local control of bronchiole and arteriole diameters based on the paracrine signals of O2 and CO2 concentrations.

9. Application of homeostatic mechanisms

a. Make predictions related to homeostatic imbalance, including disease states and disorders.

G. Describe the physiology of the urinary system, and the physiology of water, electrolyte, and acid/base balance.

1. Describe the general functions of the urinary system.

2. Describe the functional anatomy of the nephron.

3. Describe the processes involved with urine formation, including filtration, reabsorption, secretion, and excretion.

a. Compare and contrast blood plasma, glomerular filtrate, and urine.

4. Describe the factors that influence the volume and composition of urine.

a. Define glomerular filtration rate and explain how blood pressure, capsular pressure, and colloid osmotic pressure determine GFR.

1) Explain how the myogenic and tubuloglomerular feedback mechanisms affect GFR.

2) Describe the juxtaglomerular apparatus.

3) Describe factors that activate the renin-angiotensin system (RAS), the pathway from rennin to angiotensin II, and how angiotensin II affects various tissues.

b. Describe the location and specific transport processes for the reabsorption of water, ions, and organic compounds (glucose, urea, etc.) by the nephron.

c. Describe where in the nephron secretion occurs and give examples.

d. Trace the changes in filtrate osmolarity as it passes through different segments of the nephron.

e. Explain how the nephron loop and vasa recta capillaries affect the osmolarity of the renal medulla and the concentration of urine.

f. Describe the conditions that activate the RAS pathway, cause the release of aldosterone and the effect it has on the nephron.

g. Describe the conditions that cause the release of vasopressin (antidiuretic hormone, ADH) and the effect it has on the nephron.

h. Describe the conditions that cause the release of natriuretic peptide hormones and the effect they have on the nephron.

i. Describe how the kidneys handle hydrogen ions and bicarbonate ions to help regulate blood pH.

5. Describe the endocrine activities of the kidney.

a. Describe the role of the kidneys in vitamin D activation.

b. Describe the role of the kidneys in regulating erythropoiesis.

c. Describe how parathyroid hormone (PTH) affects renal handling of calcium and phosphate.

6. Urine, renal clearance, and micturition (urination)

a. Describe the composition of normal urine.

b. Define renal clearance and describe how inulin and creatinine are used to measure GFR.

c. Describe the role of the autonomic nervous system in the micturition reflex.

d. Describe voluntary control of micturition.

7. Application of homeostatic mechanisms

a. Explain how the kidneys help maintain water, solute, and osmolarity homeostasis in the body.

b. Make predictions related to homeostatic imbalance, including disease states and disorders.

H. Describe digestive system physiology and metabolism.

1. Describe the general functions of the digestive system.

a. Explain the difference between mechanical digestion and chemical digestion.

2. List and describe the organs that compose the alimentary canal.

a. Describe the functional anatomy of each of the four layers of the alimentary canal wall.

b. Describe the motility of the alimentary canal.

1) Compare and contrast peristalsis and segmentation.

c. Describe the enteric nervous (ENS) compared to ANS and explain its role in controlling digestive system function.

1) Compare and contrast sympathetic and parasympathetic innervation effects on the digestive system.

3. List and describe the accessory organs of the digestive system.

a. Describe the general functions of the salivary glands.

b. Describe the digestive functions of the liver and gallbladder.

c. Describe the exocrine and endocrine functions of the pancreas.

1) Relate the endocrine and exocrine functions of the pancreas to its histology.

4. Physiology of digestion

a. List the enzymes, their sources, their substrates, and their products of chemical digestion.

1) Define zymogen and give examples.

b. Describe the functions, production, and regulation of secretion of hydrochloric acid (HCl).

c. Define emulsification, and explain how and where bile salts facilitate fat digestion.

d. Describe the hormones (gastrin, cholecystokinin, secretin, etc.) that control digestion, their control pathways, and their primary target cells and effects.

e. List where certain nutrients are absorbed by the alimentary canal and explain the specific transport processes involved with each nutrient.

5. Metabolism

a. Define metabolism, anabolism, and catabolism.

b. Describe how enzymes regulate metabolic pathways.

1) Compare and contrast the terms enzyme, coenzyme, and cofactors.

c. Describe the anabolic and catabolic processes of carbohydrate metabolism.

d. Describe the anabolic and catabolic processes of fat metabolism.

e. Describe the anabolic and catabolic processes of protein metabolism.

f. Compare and contrast carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism in the fed (absorptive) and fasted (post-absorptive) states.

g. Describe the effects of hormones (insulin, glucagon, cortisol, growth hormone, thyroid hormones) on the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.

h. Describe the processes of thermoregulation and energy balance.

6. Application of homeostatic mechanisms

a. Make predictions related to homeostatic imbalance, including disease states and disorders.

I. Describe reproductive system physiology

1. Describe sex determination.

2. Describe gametogenesis.

a. Compare and contrast meiosis and mitosis.

3. Male reproductive physiology

a. Describe the processes of spermatogenesis and spermiogenesis.

b. Explain the hormonal control of male reproductive functions.

4. Female reproductive physiology

a. Describe the processes of oogenesis and folliculogenesis.

b. Describe the stages and endocrine regulation of the ovarian cycle.

c. Describe the stages and endocrine regulation of the uterine cycle.

d. Describe the correlation between the uterine and ovarian cycles.

5. Describe the processes of conception, pregnancy, and parturition.

6. Describe the hormonal regulation of lactation.

7. Application of homeostatic mechanisms

a. Make predictions related to homeostatic imbalance, including disease states and disorders.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

60-90%    Test grades
10-40%    Quizzes, varied lab and homework assignments

Total: 100%

Percentages will vary according to the number of each of the above.

Grade Criteria:

90 - 100% = A
80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C
60 - 69% = D
0 - 59% = F

Caveats:

  1. Students entering the laboratory should be aware that they may be in close contact with potentially hazardous chemicals and equipment. The students should conduct themselves in a manner to minimize such hazards. Goggles, gloves and other safety devices will be used when appropriate.
  2. Computerized Literacy Expectations: Students will need basic word processing and internet searching skills for the completion of some papers, exercises and projects.
    

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 227

  • Title: Human Pathophysiology*
  • Number: BIOL 227
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 4
  • Contact Hours: 4
  • Lecture Hours: 4

Requirements:

Prerequisites: BIOL 144 or BIOL 225.

Description:

This introduction to the physiology of disease covers common disorders of the body from the cellular to the systemic level. Topics include causes, symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatments of disease.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Describe the different components of the human body, including cells, tissues, fluid compartments, organ systems
  2. List general abnormalities in these components that may lead to disease
  3. Trace the development of medicine from its earliest practice to modern times, describing major contributions of specific civilizations and scientists
  4. Correctly relate the 12 causes of diseases to the disease.
  5. Associate certain special diagnostic tests to the correct disease.
  6. Describe the principle of the body’s defense mechanisms
  7. Discuss verbally or in writing of the causes of selected diseases and their interrelationships.
  8. Describe the clinical manifestations of specific diseases.
  9. Describe the major disease processes and selected modes of prevention and treatment.
  10. Correctly relate specific disorders to a particular system and its functions. This includes the basic systems of the body. 

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. The Human Body
   A. Tissue Types
      1. List the major four types of tissues found in the human body.
      2. Explain the functions of each of these tissues.
   B. Cell Physiology
      1. Explain the basic physiological processes that take place in the
cells, such as metabolism, protein synthesis, and cell division.
      2. List the steps for each of the above processes.
      3. Give examples of abnormalities that may occur during the course
of these processes and explain how these abnormalities may contribute to
the development of certain diseases.
   C. Body Fluids
      1. List the different body fluid compartments and explain their
relationship to each other. 
      2. Explain how changes in these compartment contribute to changes in
the whole body.
      3. Give examples of diseases caused by such changes.
   D. Organ Systems
      1. Identify the different organs and their relationship the systems
of the body.
      2. Explain how a single organ may have more than one function and
how organ systems work together to express the synergistic nature of the
human body.

II. The History of Medicine
   A. Describe the contributions of major civilizations throughout history
to medicine, including Ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, and Chinese
contributions.
   B. Describe the major scientists who contributed to the development of
medicine preceding the twentieth century. 
   C. Describe the most recent major contributions to medicine, including
molecular biology, genetic engineering, and the use of technology.

III. Classifications of Disease
   A. List the major categories of disease, including hereditary, 
congenital, traumatic, iatrogenic physical, chemical, infectious,
inflammatory, vascular, metabolic, nutritional, psychologic, idiopathic,
and tumors.
   B. Give example of specific disease for each of the above categories. 
   C. Describe the physiological basis of each disease.
   D. Describe the methods of diagnosis and treatment of each disease.

IV. Disease Processes
   A. Disturbances of Blood Flow and Derangement of Body Fluids
      1. Describe the forces involved in the normal fluid exchange between
the different compartments of the body.
      2. Describe the basic principles of edema and list the blood and
fluid abnormalities that lead to edema.
      3. List some blood and fluid disturbances, including hemorrhage,
thrombosis, embolism, ischemia, and hypertension.
      4. List the pathophysiological causes of the above disturbances and
explain their effect on the normal function of the body, including
dehydration, shock and acid-base balance.
   B. Inflammation and Repair
      1. Explain the general principles of inflammation and list the steps
of  its development.
      2. Describe the cellular and humoral responses to injury.
      3. Describe the systemic defense mechanisms, including fever,
leukocytosis, and pain.
      4. Describe the usual results and complications of inflammation and
distinguish between acute and chronic inflammation.
      5. List the normal steps of healing and repair.
      6. Explain the principal steps of inflammation management.
   C. Immune Functions and Disorders
      1. List the cells involved in immune response and describe their
activities.
      2. Describe the chemical nature of antibodies and explain the steps
of their synthesis.
      3. Explain the phenomenon of antibody-antigen reaction and describe
its contributions to the body's defense mechanism.
      4. Explain the meaning of some terms related to the immune system
and its disorders, including cytokines, immunity, hypersensitivity.
      5. Describe the four types of hypersensitivity reactions, including
anaphylaxis, cytotoxic, immune complex-mediated hypersensitivity, and
cell-mediated reactions.
      6. Explain the difference between inherited and acquired forms of
immunodeficiency, and give specific examples for each form.
      7. Explain the general principles of autoimmune disorders and give
example of specific diseases classified under this category. 
   D. Infectious Diseases
      1. Describe the basic pathophysiology of microbial infection and
disease, including bacterial, viral, fungal parasitic, and neoplasia
infections.
      2. Give examples and statistics of incidence for each of the above
infections.
      3. Describe the method of diagnosis and treatment of infectious
diseases.
   E. Inherited Disease
      1. Define the meaning of heredity and inherited disease.
      2. Give examples of inherited diseases and list their causes.
      3. Describe the methods involved in the diagnosis and treatment of
inherited diseases.

V. Organs (Systems) and Their Diseases
   A. List some diseases related to specific organs and/or systems,
including circulation, respiration, digestion, liver and gall bladder,
pancreas, kidney, reproduction organs, endocrine glands, blood and
lymphatics, nervous system, musculoskeletal system.
   B. Explain the physiological disorders involved in developing these
diseases.
   C. Describe the methods of diagnosis and treatment of the above
diseases.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

Assignments     10% of grade
Unit exams      60% of grade
Final Exam      30% of grade
               100%
 
Grading Scale:
   A = 90% - 100%
   B = 80% -  89%
   C = 70% -  79%
   D = 60% -  69%
   F = 59% or less

Grade Criteria:

Caveats:

  1. Computer Literacy Expectations: Students will need basic word processing and Internet searching skills for the completion of some papers, exercises and projects. 

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 230

  • Title: Microbiology*
  • Number: BIOL 230
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 3
  • Contact Hours: 3
  • Lecture Hours: 3

Requirements:

Prerequisites: CHEM 122 or (CHEM 124 and CHEM 125) or one year of high school chemistry.

Description:

This is a general introductory course in microbiology. It provides a background in many areas of microbiology with an emphasis on medical aspects. The structure, physiology, antimicrobial agents, immunology and host-parasite relationship of microorganisms will be studied, with an emphasis on bacteria.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives


  1. Describe important historical developments which led to the formulation of the germ theory of disease, including the contributions of Koch and Pasteur.
  2. Describe eukaryotic cells in enough detail to understand host responses to microorganisms.
  3. Describe in detail the structure and function of prokaryotic (bacterial) cells.
  4. To have a knowledge of Gram staining process and compare Gram positive and negative cells as to the structure of their cell walls, as well as production of endotoxins and exotoxins and their relative sensitivity to various antibiotics.
  5. Recall a basic understanding of organic chemistry and of biochemistry as related to bacteria, particularly to understand fermentation and to appreciate some of its applications in industry and society.
  6. Describe the basic ideas involved in the replication of DNA and in protein synthesis in enough detail to understand microbial genetics, how viruses infect cells, the basic ideas of gene splicing and the development of resistance to antibiotics.
  7. Become familiar with the basics of microbial genetics to include the concepts of transformation, conjugation and transduction and the basic types and causes of mutations.
  8. Describe the basic structure and characteristics of viruses, with particular emphasis on the AIDS virus.
  9. Become familiar with the basic fundamentals of antibiotics to include mechanisms of action, development of resistance and laboratory determination of sensitivities.
  10. Describe mechanisms by which bacteria cause disease using selected examples to illustrate the ideas of invasiveness and/or toxigenicity.
  11. Describe the basic non-specific defenses of the host.
  12. Become cognizant of the specific defenses of the host involved in the antigen-antibody reactions including the basic structure of antibodies and their reactions with other components of the immune system, the role of the neutrophils, macrophages, B-lymphocytes and T-lymphocytes, the role of basophils in allergies and hypersensitivities, autoimmunity, and identify examples of natural, artificial, active and passive immunity.
  13. Describe, as time permits, important diseases caused by staphylococci, streptococci; acid-fast bacteria; gram-negative bacilli; fungi; and viruses.  

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Introduction to Microbiology
   A. The development of the germ theory of disease
      1. Early work to disprove the theory of spontaneous generation
      2. Contributions of Pasteur and Koch
   B. Basic techniques of microbiology
      1. Isolation of pure cultures
      2. Staining:  Gram stain and acid-fast stain

II.Cell Structure and Function
   A. Eukaryotic cells
   B. Prokaryotic cells
      1. Cell wall
      2. Plasma membrane
      3. Capsules
      4. Pili
      5. Flagella
      6. Bacterial chromosome
      7. Plasmids
      8. Ribosomes
      9. Inclusion granules
     10. Endospores

III. Introduction to Biochemistry
   A. Major groups of organic compounds
   B. Enzymes
   C. Functional groups
   D. Common biochemical reactions
   E. Glycolysis and fermentation
   F. Kreb's cycle
   G. Oxidative phosphorylation
     
IV. Microbial Genetics
   A. Watson-Crick model of DNA and of DNA replication
   B. Protein synthesis
   C. Mutations and causes of mutations
   D. DNA transfer in prokaryotic cells
      1. Transformation
      2. Conjugation
      3. Transduction
   E. Gene splicing

V. Viruses
   A. Basic structure and characteristics of viruses
   B. Replication of bacteriophages
   C. Lysogeny
   D. Replication of animal viruses
   E. Representative animal viruses
   F. Growing viruses in the laboratory

VI. Chemotherapy
   A. Fundamentals of chemotherapy
   B. Determination of drug and antibiotic sensitivities
   C. Drug resistance
   D. Mechanisms of drug action

VII. Host Defense Mechanisms
   A. Definitions
      1. Normal flora
      2. Symbiotic relationships
      3. Disease and infection
      4. Pathogenicity and virulence
   B. Toxigenicity of microorganisms
   C. Concept of virulence
   D. Non-specific and mechanical barriers of the host
      1. Physical barriers
      2. Chemical barriers
      3. Non-specific biological barriers
      4. Blood and its components
         a. Liquid portion
         b. Formed elements
   E. Specific defense mechanisms:  Antigen/Antibody reactions
      1. Acquired resistance to infection
         a. Natural active immunity
         b. Natural passive immunity
         c. Artificial active immunity
         d. Artificial passive immunity
      2. Cells of the immune system
      3. Characteristics and structure of antibodies
      4. Induction of the immune response
      5. Disorders associated with the immune system
         a. Allergies and anaphylaxis
         b. Autoimmunity
         c. AIDS

VIII. Microorganisms and Human Disease
   A. Diseases caused by pyogenic cocci.
   B. Diseases caused by gram-negative enteric bacilli and coccobacilli
and non-fermentators.
   C. Diseases caused by acid-fast bacilli.
   D. Diseases caused by anoerobic bacilli.
   E. Diseases caused by fungi, parasites and viruses.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

There will be a minimum of four examinations.  Exams will be worth at
least 100 points each.  Material may be taken from the lectures, textbook
and handouts. Policies regarding dropping of one lowest exam score or
attendance as it may affect grades and of make-up exams are left to the
discretion of the instructor.
  
Bonus points, up to a maximum of twelve (12) may be added to the numerator
of the final raw score. These points may be based on quizzes or other
assignments as determined by the instructor.

Computer Literacy Expectations: Students will need basic word processing
and Internet searching skills for the completion of some papers, exercises
and projects.

Grade Criteria:

90 - 100% = A
80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C
60 - 69% = D
0 - 59% = F

Caveats:

None

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 231

  • Title: Microbiology Lab*
  • Number: BIOL 231
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 2
  • Contact Hours: 4
  • Lecture Hours:
  • Lab Hours: 4

Requirements:

Prerequisites or corequisites: BIOL 230.

Description:

Students will learn aseptic techniques and apply them in the isolation of pure cultures of bacteria. Students will also perform various staining techniques and chemical tests to identify these bacteria. The response of bacteria to changes in environmental conditions will also be examined. Various life stages of medically important parasites will also be observed.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives


  1. Maintain a safe and aseptic technique when handling and transferring bacterial cultures.
  2. Use careful precautions to avoid accidents and to take proper action if a spill or accident does occur.
  3. Successfully use the microscope in the study of microorganisms; be able to calibrate and use an eyepiece micrometer to measure microorganisms; and be familiar with the darkfield microscope.
  4. Make satisfactory smears of bacterial cultures on slides and satisfactorily stain the smears using several techniques.
  5. Isolate pure cultures of bacteria using enrichment and streaking techniques.
  6. Identify pure cultures of bacteria using a variety of selective and/or differential media
  7. Understand serial dilutions and quantitatively estimate the number of bacteria in milk, food or broth.
  8. Determine the sensitivities of bacteria to antibiotics using the Kirby-Bauer paper disc method.
  9. Understand several methods of culturing bacteria under anaerobic conditions.
  10. Recognize life cycle stages of several important parasitic protozoans and helminths. 

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. The Microscope
   A. Successfully use compound microscopes.
   B. Demonstrate microscopic measurement techniques.
   C. Calibrate an eyepiece micrometer.

II. Staining Procedures and Bacterial Morphology
   A. Staining procedures
      1. Clean microscopic slides.
      2. Aseptically transfer microbes.
      3. Make the following bacterial preparations:
         a. Simple stain
         b. Gram stain
         c. Capsule stain
         d. Endospore stain
         e. Metachromatic granules stain
         f. Acid fast stain
   B. Identify different types of bacterial morphology using the following
techniques:
      1. Student prepared slides from bacterial cultures.
      2. Slides prepared commercially from clinical specimens grown as
bacterial cultures.
      3. Darkfield microscopy to study both morphology and motility.

III. Basic Techniques and Concepts
   A. Demonstrate pure culture techniques.
      1. Make loop-inoculated pour plates.
      2. Streak for isolation of pure colonies from a mixed bacterial
culture.
   B. Bacterial population counts
      1. Use a serial dilution method to make bacterial population
counts.
   C. Identify enteric bacteria and other gram-negative bacilli.
      1. Use pure lab cultures.
      2. Isolate bacteria from the student’s body into pure culture.
      3. Characterize and identify a bacterial culture from the
student’s body.
   D.Identify unknown bacteria to genus and species using gram stain,
biochemical and other microbiological methods for identification.
   E. Determine environmental effect on bacteria including antibiotics,
ultraviolet radiation and 
  anaerobiosis.

IV. Important Parasitic Protozoans and Helminths
   A. Observe and identify the infective and/or disease-related life cycle
stages of the following medically important parasites:
      1. Protozoans, such as Plasmodium, Entamoeba, Trypanosoma.      
      2. Flatworms to include important flukes and other flatworms.
      3. Roundworms such as Trichinella, Ascaris, hookworm and
others.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

Practical exams, worth 50 points each = 40% of grade
Lab assignments, attendance and short quizzes worth a minimum of 60% of
grade 
Total = 100%

Computer Literacy Expectations: Students will need basic word processing
and Internet searching skills for the completion of some papers, exercises
and projects.

Grade Criteria:

90 - 100% = A
80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C
60 - 69% = D
0 - 59% = F

Caveats:

None

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 235

  • Title: The Science of Human Nutrition*
  • Number: BIOL 235
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 3
  • Contact Hours: 3
  • Lecture Hours: 3

Requirements:

Prerequisites: BIOL 140 or BIOL 144.

Description:

This course integrates basic concepts of biology and biochemistry with the science of human nutrition. Topics include fundamentals of a healthy eating pattern, sources and functions of various nutrients, nutrient digestion, absorption, and energy metabolism. Food safety and nutritional information including food labels, advertising, and nationally established guidelines will be addressed. Students will also explore underlying causes and rationale for prevention and treatment of diseases, and the relationship of nutritional requirements to the stages of life cycle from conception through the end of life.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Classify the chemical nature of biomolecules and nutrient composition of foods.

  2. Describe the types, purposes, and limitations of nutrient recommendations, education tools, and planning principles used in the United States.

  3. Discuss the causes, treatment, and prevention of foodborne illness.

  4. Explain the anatomy and physiology, and transport of nutrients through the digestive system.

  5. Identify nutritional risk factors in relation to disease.

  6. Describe the function and essentiality of nutrients, consequences of over or under consumption, and the importance of maintaining homeostatic balance to optimize metabolism.

  7. Explain components of energy expenditure and the principle of energy balance and how these concepts relate to weight management.

  8. Describe the physiological basis for nutrient requirements during different life states (pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, adolescence, geriatric, the end of life).

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Biomolecules Form and Function

A. Categorize the carbohydrates: sugars, starches, and fibers.

1. Identify the monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides common in nutrition by their chemical structures and major food sources.

2. Summarize carbohydrate digestion and absorption.

3. Explain how the body maintains its blood glucose concentration and what happens when blood glucose rises too high and falls too low.

4. Describe how added sugars can contribute to health problems.

5. Identify the health benefits of, and recommendations for, starches and fibers.

B. Distinguish between the lipids: triglycerides, phospholipids, and sterols.

1. Identify the chemistry of fatty acids and triglycerides and differences between saturated and unsaturated fats.

2. Describe the chemistry, food sources and roles of phospholipids and sterols.

3. Summarize fat digestion, absorption, and transport.

4. Explain the major roles of fats in the body, including essential fatty acids and the omega fatty acids.

5. Explain the relationships among saturated fats, trans fats, and cholesterol and chronic diseases and note recommendations.

6. Explain the relationships between monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and health and note recommendations.

C. Describe proteins: amino acids.

1. Recognize the chemical structures of amino acids and proteins.

2. Summarize protein digestion and absorption.

3. Describe how the body makes proteins and uses them to perform various roles.

4. Explain the differences between high quality and low-quality protein, including food sources of each.

5. Identify the health benefits of, and recommendations for, protein.

D. Compare water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins.

1. Describe how vitamins differ from the energy nutrients and how fat soluble vitamins differ from water-soluble vitamins.

2. Identify the main roles, deficiency symptoms, and food sources of each.

3. Explain how antioxidants defend against free radicals that contribute to disease.

E. Contrast the difference between major and trace electrolytes and their effect on water balance.

1. Explain how the body regulates fluid balance.

2. Indicate ways minerals differ from vitamins and other nutrients.

3. Summarize key factors that distinguish major minerals from trace minerals.

4. Identify the main roles, deficiency symptoms, and food sources for each major mineral.

5. Explain factors that contribute to the development of osteoporosis and ways to prevent it.

6. Describe how contaminant minerals disrupt body processes and impair nutrition status.

7. Define phytochemicals and explain how they might defend against chronic disease.

II. Nutrient Recommendations and Diet Planning Tools Used in The United States

A. Describe how various factors influence personal food choices.

1. Genome and nutritional choices

2. Environmental factors affecting diet

B. Define the four categories of the Dietary Reference Index (DRI) and explain their purposes.

C. Interpret how data from each of the diet planning principles can be used to substantiate therapeutic or healthy diets.

D. Compare the information on food labels to make selections that meet specific dietary and health goals.

III. Food Safety and Foodborne Illnesses, Treatment and Prevention

A. Distinguish between foodborne infection and foodborne intoxication.

B. Describe how foodborne illnesses can be transmitted and identify high risk individuals.

C. Describe how the food supply is protected in the United States.

D. Compare the risks and benefits of food additives.

1. Hormones and human growth effects

2. Antibiotics and antibiotic resistance

3. Pesticides in both traditionally and organically grown food

E. Explain what constitutes a sustainable food system.

IV. Anatomy and Physiology of the Digestive System and Other Supporting Organ Systems

A. Explain how foods move through the digestive system, describing the actions of the organs, muscles, and digestive secretions along the way.

B. Describe the anatomical details of the intestinal cells that facilitate nutrient absorption.

C. Explain how nutrients are routed in the circulatory systems from the gastrointestinal tract into the body and identify which nutrients enter the blood directly and which must first enter the lymph.

D. Describe how bacteria, hormones, and nerves influence the health and activities of the gastrointestinal tract.

E. Evaluate common clinical gastrointestinal disorders and complications, and their nutritional implications for therapy.

1. Enteral nutrition support

2. Parenteral nutrition support

V. Nutritional Risk Factors in Relation to Chronic Disease

A. Identify several risk factors and explain their relationships to chronic diseases.

B. List the leading nutrition-related causes of death in the United States.

C. Describe how atherosclerosis develops and strategies to lower blood cholesterol levels.

D. Identify strategies to lower blood pressure.

E. Compare the dietary strategies to manage type 1 diabetes with those to prevent and treat type 2 diabetes.

F. Differentiate among cancer initiators, promoters, and anti-promoters and describe how nutrients or foods might play a role in each category.

G. Summarize dietary recommendations to prevent chronic diseases.

VI. Energy Metabolism

A. Identify the nutrients involved in energy metabolism and the high energy compound that captures the energy released during their breakdown.

B. Summarize the main steps in the energy metabolism of glucose, glycerol, fatty acids, and amino acids.

C. Explain how an excess of any of the three energy-yielding nutrients contributes to body fat and how an inadequate intake of any of them shifts metabolism.

D. Describe how alcohol disrupts metabolism and impairs health.

1. Alcohol and liver disease

2. Alcohol and diabetes

3. Alcohol and cognitive function

VII. Energy Balance and Body Composition

A. Describe energy balance and the consequences of not being in balance.

B. Discuss some of the physical, emotional, and environmental influences on food intake.

C. List the components of energy expenditure and factors that might influence each.

D. Distinguish between body weight and body composition, including methods to assess each.

E. Identify relationships between body weight and chronic diseases.

F. Compare the diagnoses, characteristics, and treatments of the diff eating disorders.

1. Surgical interventions

2. Nutritional counseling

VIII. Life Cycle Nutrition During Different Life Stages

A. Describe fetal development from conception to birth and explain how maternal malnutrition can affect critical periods.

B. Explain how being underweight or overweight can interfere with a healthy pregnancy and how weight gain and physical activity can support maternal health and infant growth.

C. Summarize the nutrient needs of women during pregnancy.

D. Identify factors predicting low-risk and high-risk pregnancies and describe ways to manage them.

E. Summarize the nutrient needs of women during lactation.

F. Explain how drinking alcohol endangers the fetus and how women can prevent fetal alcohol syndrome.

G. List some of the components of breast milk, and describe the appropriate foods for infants during the first year of life.

H. Explain how children’s appetites and nutrient needs reflect their stage of growth and why iron deficiency and obesity are often concerns during childhood.

I. Describe some of the challenges in meeting the nutrient needs of adolescents.

J. Describe the role nutrition plays in longevity.

K. Summarize how nutrition interacts with physical, psychological, economic, and social changes involved in aging.

L. Identify how nutrition might contribute to, or prevent, the development of age-related problems associated with vision, arthritis, the brain, and alcohol use.

M. Explain why certain nutrients and medications interact.

N. Discuss feeding challenges that arise with the end of life issues.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

40-70%    Exams (minimum of three)
30-60%    Quizzes, Case Studies, Exercises

Total: 100%

Grade Criteria:

90 - 100% = A
80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C
60 - 69% = D
0 - 59% = F

Caveats:

Computer Literacy Expectations: Students will need basic word processing and Internet skills for completion of some papers, exercises and projects. 

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).

BIOL 240

  • Title: General Pharmacology*
  • Number: BIOL 240
  • Effective Term: 2023-24
  • Credit Hours: 3
  • Contact Hours: 3
  • Lecture Hours: 3

Requirements:

Prerequisites: BIOL 225.

Description:

This course provides a basic understanding of the science of drugs-how they work and what they do. Students will study various drug concepts including mechanism of action, pharmacologic class, pharmaco-kinetics, pharmacodynamics and clinical implications.

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives

  1. Explain the basic concepts of Pharmacokinetics, including factors which influence drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion.

  2. Predict appropriate route of administration for drugs based on their physical-chemical properties.

  3. Describe various factors associated with individual variations in drug response.

  4. Differentiate drugs by pharmacologic class and mechanism of action.

  5. Demonstrate an understanding of various physiological interdependencies and drug interactions on these systems.

  6. List approved therapeutic uses of, major adverse effects of, and significant drug interactions for commonly used drugs.

  7. Interpret technical drug information into meaningful terms to explain its clinical implications. 

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Introduction
   A. Define key drug terms
   B. Outline the properties of an ideal drug
   C. Review the history of pivotal federal drug acts
II. General Principles of Drug Action
   A. Pharmacokinetics
      1. Describe the absorption process across membranes
      2. List various route of administration
         a. Advantage
         b. Disadvantage
      3. Explain the process of drug distribution
      4. Outline the process and rationale for drug metabolism
         a. Phase I
         b. Phase II
      5. Describe the process by which drugs are excreted
      6. Discuss how drugs with various physical chemical properties are absorbed, distributed, metabolized and excreted
      7. Solve problems using drug variables to predict pharmacologic outcomes
   B. Pharmacodynamics
      1. Diagram the time course of drug response and representive profiles
      2. Define and describe therapeutic drug index and terminology
      3. Interpret dose-response relationships via graded response curves
      4. Define and explain drug-receptor interactions and theories
         a. Agonist
         b. Antagonist
      5. Discuss drug “responses” not involving receptors
      6. List and explain how various factors affecting drug response
III. Physiology and Pharmacology of Peripheral Nervous System
   A. Outline and define the key structural components of the neuron and synapse
   B. Describe the process involved in neuronal stimuli response
   C. Identify various neurotrasmitters
   D. Outline and define the major divisions of the nervous system
   E. Discuss interdependencies between the nervous system divisions
IV. Cholinergic Agents
   A. Describe the role and scope of the cholinergic nervous system
   B. Define cholinergic receptor subtypes
   C. Define cholinergic terms and give specific examples
   D. List and describe pharmacological properties and uses for nicotinic and muscarinic agonists
   E. List and describe pharmacologic properties and uses for nicotinic and muscarinic antagonists
   F. Summarize various drug class and discuss inter-dependencies
V. Adrenergic Agents
   A. Describe the role and scope of adrenergic nervous system
   B. Define adrenergic receptor subtypes and relationship of molecular size and shape
   C. Define terminology and provide examples
   D. Discuss the importance of adrenergic neurotransmitter biosynthesis
   E. List and describe pharmacological properties and uses for various alpha and beta agonists
   F. List and describe pharmacologic properties and uses alpha and beta antagonists
   G. Summarize drug class and discuss inter-dependencies
VI. Central Nervous System
   A. Review physiology of human brain, structure and function of blood-brain barrier, and CNS neurotransmitters
   B. Identify the cause, symptoms, and drug treatment for Parkinson’s Disease
   C. List and describe of epilepsy and various anti-epileptic drugs
   D. Discuss role of GABA agonists as anti-spasmodic agents
   E. Summarize the theories involved in the manifestation of various psychoses and recommended drug treatments
   F. Outline the theories for management of depression
   G. Discuss the use of depressants (sedative-hypnotics)
   H. Summarize the effect of neurotransmitter imbalances
VII. Opioid Analgesics and Anesthetics
   A. Discuss Opioids: their history, various definitions and terms, and their mechanism of action
   B. Compare and contract various opioid analgesics
   C. Discuss the theories and stages involved in general anesthesia
   D. Describe various general anesthetics and their use
   E. Describe various local anesthetics and their use  
VIII. Alcohol, Stimulants and Drugs of Abuse
   A. Differentiate various types of alcohols
   B. Summarize the pharmacology and pharmacokinetics of ethyl alcohol
   C. Explain the drug interaction between ethanol and disulfiram
   D. Explain methanol toxicity
   E. Compare and contrast the methyl exanthines
   F. Identify various stimulants and their recommended use
IX. Drugs for Headaches
   A. Discuss migraine, cluster and tension-type headaches and describe their differences
   B. Describe the pharmacology of ergot alkaloids and sumatriptan
   C. Summarize various drug treatments for headaches
X. Cardiovascular Drugs
   A. Generally describe various approaches in the treatment of hypertension
   B. Describe renal physiology and water reabsorption
   C. Compare various classes of diuretics and their side effects
   D. Discuss direct and indirect vasodilators and their use
   E. Evaluate use of cardiac glycosides for congestive heart failure
   F. List and describe various classes of anti-arrhythmic drugs
   G. Summarize managed care approaches for hypertension and cardiac dysfunction
XI. Respiratory Tract Drugs
   A. Describe the cause and biochemical irritants involved in asthma
   B. Discuss Rhinitus, the role of histamine, and the use of various anti-histamines
XII. Gastrointestinal Drugs for Peptic Ulcer Disease
   A. Discuss the role of histamine in gastric secretion
   B. Describe an additional casual links in peptic ulcer disease
   C. Outline various drug and non-drug treatments for gastric ulcers
XIII. Anti-Inflammatory Agents
   A. Describe of prostaglandins, their stimulatory responses, and nomenclature
   B. List the therapeutic use of prostaglandins
   C. Compare and contrast various NSAIDs
   D. Evaluate various aspirin formulations and pharmacokinetic relationships
   E. Discuss glucocorticoids as anti-inflammatory agents
   F. Describe the drug class and its uses
XIV. Anti-Thrombic Drugs
   A. Outline the process of clotting and homeostasis
   B. Describe various anti-coagulants, thrombolytic drugs and antidotes
   C. Summarize the various roles of prostaglandins
XV. Endocrine
   A. Describe the effect of thyroid hormones, clinical manifestations of hormonal imbalance, and specific drug therapies
   B. Discuss Cushing’s Syndrome and Andrenocorticoids
   C. Outline various forms of diabetes and long term complications
   D. Describe the drug treatments for diabetes
XVI. Anti-Antherosclerosis Drugs
   A. Discuss the relationship between lipoproteins and lipid/triglycerides
   B. Compare various drug and non-drug treatments in lowering blood cholesterol and triglycerides
   C. Summarize the drug class and various treatments
XVII. Anti-bacterial and Anti-Fungal Drugs
   A. Define various microbiology terms relating to this drug class
   B. Outline bacteria physiology and selective toxicity
   C. Describe anti-bacterial drug classes and resistance
   D. Compare and contrast bacteria and fungus physiology
   E. Discuss various anti-fungal drugs and side effects
   F. Summarize the drug class and descrube selective toxicity
XVIII. Anti-Viral Agents
   A. List and describe components of viral particles and their “Life” cycle
   B. Discuss points for drug intervention in viral replication
   C. Compare various anti-viral drugs and their side effects
   D. Summarize the drug class and describe selective toxicity
XIX. Neoplastic Agents
   A. Describe cellular growth cycle
   B. Discuss the causes of cancer, theories involved, and differentiation between normal and cancerous cells
   C. Illustrate the role of DNA and its components
   D. Compare the various classes of anti-neoplastic agents and side effects.
   E. Summarize the drug class and describe selective toxicity

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

   Exams           60% of grade
   Final Exam      40% of grade
                  100%
   Extra Credit Assignment* - 20 points

* A clear, concise summary of a drug of the student’s choice (not
discussed in this course) outlining the mechanism of action,
pharmacokinetics, recommended use, adverse side effects, and drug
interactions.

Grade Criteria:

90 – 100% = A
80 – 89% = B
70 – 79% = C
60 – 69% = D
0 – 59% = F

Caveats:

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

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