Biology News
Exciting new Biology course offered starting in Fall 2007
Now you can take two semesters of introductory biology at OCC!
BIO 1560 - Introductory Biology: Biodiversity and Ecology
BIO 1560 will investigate the three domains of life, with an emphasis on plant and animal phyla. The course topics include: evolution, classification, anatomical structure and function, ecology and behavior. This is a laboratory course intended for science majors. Participation in animal dissection exercises is required. It is expected that students have successfully completed both high school biology and chemistry within the previous five years or the college equivalents. See OCC Catalog Description.
New course in Winter 2008!
BIO 2605: Special Topics in Biology - Biotechnology
The news is full of references to biotechnology, cloning, "franken-foods", stem-cell research and more! Did you ever want to learn more about these hot topics? Now you can!
Course Description: BIO 2605
will cover will cover the fundamentals of biotechnology and their
applications in our society. Topics will include a review of molecular
and cellular biology, the use of bacterial, aquatic, plant, and
mammalian organisms in biotechnology, forensics, governmental
regulations, and ethical issues regarding the use of biotechnology. This
is a laboratory course intended for students preparing for a 4-year
degree in Science/Biology or a career in the health field. Course/lab
fees.
LEARN ABOUT:
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Recombinant DNA technology.
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The Human Genome Project.
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Cutting edge molecular biology techniques.
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Genetically modified foods.
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Stem cells and animal/human cloning.
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The commonalities between wine, beer, and biotechnology.
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Fluorescently glowing fish and their role in saving the world!
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Why biotechnology allows us to live longer, healthier, and in a safer world.
Class meets Monday and Wednesday from 8:30 to 11:35 AM.
For more information contact Dr. Evan Kaplan at 1-248-522-3741 or email elkaplan@oaklandcc.edu
