Las Positas College - Spring 2025 - Class Schedule

SPRING 2025 9 25. 424. 1 000 | l p c - a d m i s s i o n s @ l a s p o s i t a s c o l l e g e . e d u S P R I N G 2025 - C O U R S E L I S T I N G S Please refer to the onl ine schedule on CLASS-Web to access course section detai ls and the course record numbers (CRNs) for registration. to organ system levels of organization. This course is primarily intended for nursing, allied health, kinesiology, and other health related majors. Prerequisite: BIO 30 or BIO 1B with a minimum grade of C and BIO 1C with a minimum grade of C. Eligibility for college-level composition (ENG 1A, ENG 1AEX, or ESL 1A) as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method. Eligibility for college-level mathematics as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method. BIO 7B HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY 5.0 Units Function and regulation of the human body. This course examines general, cellular, and molecular interactions that integrate the organ systems to maintain homeostasis. Human responses and computer simulations are used to collect and analyze data. Designed for nursing, physical and occupational therapy, and other health sciences majors. Prerequisite: BIO 7A, BIO 30 or BIO 1B with a minimum grade of C and CHEM 1A or CHEM 30A or CHEM 31 with a minimum grade of C Recommended Course Preparation: CHEM 30B with a minimum grade of C. Eligibility for college-level composition (ENG 1A, ENG 1AEX, or ESL 1A) as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method. Eligibility for college-level mathematics (MATH 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 27, 30, 33, 34, 39, 40, 47) as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method. BIO 7C MICROBIOLOGY 5.0 Units This course focuses on viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoans, and helminths, with an emphasis on their relationship to humans. Cultivation, control, metabolism, body’s defense against disease, microbial genetics, laboratory tests, and contemporary diseases are discussed. Methods used in the laboratory include standard bacteriological techniques (culturing, staining, biochemical testing, sensitivity testing etc.) as well as some molecular and immunological techniques, such as PCR and ELISA. Laboratory work also includes identificationof unknowns, and/or independent research projects. Prerequisite: BIO 30 or BIO 1B with a minimum grade of C and BIO 1C with a minimum grade of C. CHEM 1A or CHEM 30A or CHEM 31 with a minimum grade of C. Recommended Course Preparation: BIO 7A with a minimum grade of C. Eligibility for college-level composition (ENG 1A, ENG 1AEX, or ESL 1A) as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method. Eligibility for college-level mathematics (MATH 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 27, 30, 33, 34, 39, 40, 47) as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method. BIO 10 INTRO TO THE SCIENCE OF BIOL 4.0 Units This course focuses on basic principles of biology, including scientific investigation and the study of the nature of living things. Focus is on student understanding of evolution and the unity and diversity of life from the molecular level to ecosystems and biosphere. Designed for non-majors in biology and biomedical sciences. BIO 20 CONTEMPORARY HUMAN BIOLOGY 3.0 Units A study of the Human organism, beginning at the cellular level, emphasizing organ systems, and also including topics of genetics and biotechnology. (Note: Formerly BIOL 20.) BIO 30 INTRO TO COLLEGE BIOLOGY 4.0 Units Basic principles of biology. Cell structure and function, cell division, cell metabolism, reproduction, genetics, taxonomy, origin of life, and evolution. Laboratory emphasis on developing various laboratory skills, using the metric system, collecting data, graphing, interpreting data, and preparing for and taking laboratory exams. Designed to prepare the necessary concepts and laboratory skills and experience that are needed to succeed in more advanced courses in biology. BIO 40 HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT 3.0 Units Introduction to environmental issues from a scientific perspective, focusing on physical, chemical, and biological processes within the Earth system, the interaction between humans and these processes, and the role of science in finding sustainable solutions. Topics include ecological principles, biodiversity, climate change, sustainability, renewable and non-renewable energy, water resources, air and water pollution, and solid waste management. Recommended Course Preparation: Eligibility for ENG 1A BIO 50 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 4.0 Units Structure and function of the human body is studied. Emphasis on human anatomy and physiological principles at the cellular and systemic level. Designed primarily for majors in paramedic and medical assisting programs and pre-medical students who wish to explore the realm of anatomy and physiology. BUSINESS BUSN 1A FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING 4.0 Units A study of accounting as an information system; examining why it’s important, and how it’s used by investors and creditors to make decisions. Includes the recording and reporting of business transactions with a focus on the accounting cycle, the application of generally accepted accounting principles and comparing it to international financial reporting standards, preparation and analysis of the classified financial statements for merchandising and service companies. Also includes issues related to recording and valuation of assets, liabilities, equities and cashflow, recognition of revenues, expenses using effective internal controls and ethical standards. BUSN 1B MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING 4.0 Units A study of the use and reporting of accounting data for managerial planning, cost control, and decision-making purposes. Includes broad coverage of concepts, structures, classifications, and behaviors of costs. Topics include cost systems, job costing, process costing, activity based costing, relationship between cost, volume and profitability, relevant range, standard costing, profit planning and budgeting, static and flexible budgeting, responsibility accounting and segment reporting, absorption and variable costing and capital expenditure decisions. Prerequisite: BUSN 1A with a minimum grade of C BUSN 18 BUSINESS LAW 4.0 Units A study of the legal environment of business. Covering laws and regulations impacting business transactions. Introduction to the legal process. Topics include sources of legal concepts and ethics, torts, contracts, Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), warranties, product liability, consumer financial transactions, environmental, competition, agency, employment and labor, business organizations, and judicial and administrative processes. Recommended Course Preparation: BUSN 40, ENG 1A or ENG 1AEX or ESL 1A with a minimum grade of C BUSN 30 BUSINESS ETHICS AND SOCIETY 3.0 Units A survey of the past and current behavior of business in American society. Examines the ethical, political and social issues confronting organizations and the organizations’ responsibilities and obligations in responding to them. Discusses the responsibility of business toward customers, employees, stockholders, competitors, suppliers, government and the community at large. Recommended Course Preparation: Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method Scan here to visit the current Spring 2025 class schedule online