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Biological Science
AUTO-132 Automotive Diagnosis I - 4 Units
ADVISORY: Eligibility for ENGL-095 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: CSU This course provides a practical background in the theory, operation, and testing of automotive engine systems and emission control components. This is the first of two courses (AUTO-132 and AUTO-142) designed to familiarize the student with engine systems. It will prepare students for the ASE A-6 Examination. May not be repeated. SC 1668 WF 6:00-7:15pm CC3-512 Torres, P Semester WF 7:30-9:45pm CC3-512B Note: This course will be partialy online. Due to COVID-19 distancing guidelines students will be to one of two groups and will alternate days on site and online. Online assignments and or instruction will be provided for online days through Canvas.
BIOSC-005 Biology of Health - 3 Units
LMC Degree: ADR: Natural Sciences; DA Transfer: UC; CSU Gen. Ed. Area E This is an introductory course that covers the biological concepts and principles underlying human health and illness. We will cover not only the basic functions of the human cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, digestive, immune, and reproductive systems, but also the effects of diet, exercise, prescription and illicit drugs, and stress on these systems and how you can make changes to improve your health. The course includes up-to-date information on biological and medical discoveries related to human health. In addition, we will discuss issues related to mental health, addiction, and sexually transmitted diseases. The local and global health consequences of some human practices will also be explored. Hands-on activities will serve to demonstrate concepts that are critical to the health and wellbeing of the whole individual. May not be repeated. LR
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0272 ONLINE Kenrick, M Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. This course may use online exam proctoring software to administer exams. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0274 ONLINE Antognini, J Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. This course may use online exam proctoring software to administer exams. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0281 ONLINE Heischman, R Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. This course may use online exam proctoring software to administer exams. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0288 ONLINE Antognini, J Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. This course may use online exam proctoring software to administer exams. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. BIOSC-007 Ecology and the Environment - 4 Units
ADVISORY: Eligibility for ENGL-100 LMC Degree: ADR: Natural Sciences; DA Transfer: UC; CSU Gen. Ed. Area B2, B3; IGETC Area 5B, 5C This course provides an introduction to the biological concepts and principles underlying ecology and environmental science. Utilizing an interdisciplinary, case-based approach, students explore the interconnectedness of ecosystems on planet Earth by investigating human impact on local and global systems. By grappling with questions surrounding sustainability, personal responsibility, and ecological health, students will work towards the goals of developing environmental literacy and thinking scientifically about environmental issues. Lab explorations, field exercises, and field trips to local environmental sites will facilitate deeper understanding of our place in the ecosystem and provide hands-on experience throughout the course. This course meets the General Education Requirement for Science. May not be repeated. LR
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0027 M 11:10-2:20pm SC1-126 McCarthy, B Semester Note: Partially online hybrid course. Students will meet on the LMC Pittsburg Campus throughout the semester for lab activities and field trips every Monday from 11:10AM-2:20PM. Students will be required to provide own transportation to 5 field trips, all within 10 miles of the Pittsburg Campus. Lectures and other activities will be asynchronous, and internet based through the college learning management system Canvas. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Based on changing COVID-19 guidelines, additional social distancing practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to 100% online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0018 T 9:25-12:35pm SC1-130 McCarthy, B Semester Note: Partially online hybrid course. Students will meet on the LMC Pittsburg Campus throughout the semester for lab activities and field trips every Tuesday from 9:25AM-12:35PM. Students will be required to provide own transportation to 5 field trips, all within 10 miles of the Pittsburg Campus. Lectures and other activities will be asynchronous, and internet based through the college learning management system Canvas. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Based on changing COVID-19 guidelines, additional social distancing practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to 100% online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
BIOSC-008 Human Biology - 4 Units
ADVISORY: ENGL-100 LMC Degree: ADR: Natural Sciences; DA Transfer: UC; CSU Gen. Ed. Area B2, B3; IGETC Area 5B, 5C This is an introductory course for non-science majors that explores major biological principles as they apply to human beings. Problem solving and critical thinking skills will be emphasized as students investigate the structure and function of the human organism. Areas of study include the major body systems, human evolution, homeostasis, cells, tissues, heredity, gene expression, biotechnology and the interaction of humans and the environment. Weekly laboratory experiments on all major topics will allow the student to use the scientific method to gain knowledge and practical experience in the collection and analysis of data, and in drawing appropriate conclusions. This course meets the LMC General Education Requirement for Science. May not be repeated. LR
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0020 M 6:40-9:50pm ONLINE Kenrick, M Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be provided via the internet through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Meets online weekly by Zoom on Mondays 6:40pm-9:50pm for live instruction. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0002 M 11:10-2:20pm PART-ONL Heischman, R Semester W 11:10-2:20pm SC1-126 Note: Partially Online Hybrid Course. Students will meet on the LMC Pittsburg Campus throughout the semester for hands-on lab activities every Wednesday from 11:10AM-2:20PM. Lectures and other activities will occur during synchronous meetings each Monday 11:10AM-2:20PM, and are internet based through the college learning management system Canvas. Based on changing COVID-19 guidelines, additional social distancing practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to 100% online. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0003 W 7:50-11:00am SC1-126 Bouchard, J Semester Note: HONORS COURSE OPEN TO HONORS PROGRAM STUDENTS ONLY Partially Online Hybrid Course. Students will meet on the LMC Pittsburg Campus throughout the semester for hands-on lab activities every Wednesday from 7:50AM-11:00AM. Lectures and other activities will be asynchronous, and internet based through the college learning management system Canvas. Based on changing COVID-19 guidelines, additional social distancing practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to 100% online. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0019 W 6:40-9:50pm SC1-126 Staff, L Semester Note: Partially Online Hybrid Course. Students will meet on the LMC Pittsburg Campus throughout the semester for hands-on lab activities every Wednesday from 6:40PM-9:50PM. Lectures and other activities will be asynchronous, and internet based through the college learning management system Canvas. Based on changing COVID-19 guidelines, additional social distancing practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to 100% online. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
BIOSC-010 General Biology - 4 Units
ADVISORY: MATH-012 or higher; eligibility for ENGL-100 LMC Degree: ADR: Natural Sciences; DA Transfer: UC; CSU Gen. Ed. Area B2, B3; IGETC Area 5B, 5C The course will focus on biological concepts, principles, and laws pertaining to life processes, as well as the scientific method used to investigate these processes. Throughout the course students will be encouraged to apply their critical thinking abilities to investigate the connections between biological theories and real world observations. This course meets the General Education Requirement for Lab Science. May not be repeated. LR 0770 TTH 9:35-11:00am SC1-129 Rickman, J Semester TTH 11:10-12:35pm SC1-126 Partially Online Hybrid Course. Students will meet in person every Tuesday and Thursday for lecture (9:35 - 11:00 am) and lab (11:10 am - 12:35 pm). There is an additional one hour of lab activity to complete online through Canvas. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0771 TTH 9:35-11:00am SC1-129 Rickman, J Semester TTH 12:45-2:10pm SC1-126 Partially Online Hybrid Course. Students will meet in person every Tuesday and Thursday for lecture (9:35 - 11:00 am) and lab (12:45 - 2:10 pm). There is an additional one hour of lab activity to complete online through Canvas. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
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9533 M 12:45-3:55pm PART-ONL Staff, L Semester W 12:45-3:55pm BRT-225 Note: Partially Online Hybrid Course. Students will meet on the LMC Brentwood campus throughout the semester for hands-on lab activities every Wednesday from 12:45PM-3:55PM. Lectures will be delivered online on Mondays from 12:45PM-3:55PM. All lectures and major exams will be internet based through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Based on changing COVID-19 guidelines, additional social distancing practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to 100% online. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0283 TTH 3:20-4:45pm ONLINE Rakotoarisoa, J Semester 4:55-6:00pm Note: Online course. All instruction will be provided via the internet through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Meets online weekly by Zoom on Tuesday and Thursday 3:20pm-6:00pm for live lecture and lab. All Bio 10 students must come to the Pittsburg Campus once during the first week of classes to pick up their take home lab kits. These will be distributed in the entry hallway of the LMC Science building. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Purchase of some inexpensive home supplies may be required to supplement the take-home lab kit experiments. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0769 TTH 6:40-8:05pm ONLINE Lewis, M Semester 8:15-9:20pm Note: Online course. All instruction will be provided via the internet through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Meets online weekly by Zoom on Tuesday and Thursday 6:40pm-9:20pm for live lecture and lab. All Bio 10 students must come to the Pittsburg Campus once during the first week of classes to pick up their take-home lab kits. These will be distributed in the entry hallway of the LMC Science building. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Purchase of some inexpensive home supplies may be required to supplement the take-home lab kit experiments. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0282 T 12:45-3:55pm PART-ONL Borokini, I Semester TH 12:45-3:55pm SC1-130 Note: Partially Online Hybrid Course. Students will meet on the LMC Pittsburg campus throughout the semester for hands-on lab activities every Thursday from 12:45PM-3:55PM. Lectures will be delivered online on Tuesdays from 12:45PM-3:55PM. All lectures and major exams will be internet based through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Based on changing COVID-19 guidelines, additional social distancing practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to 100% online. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
PREREQUISITE: MATH-029, MATH-030 or equivalent ADVISORY: AP High School Biology, AP High School Chemistry, BIOSC-010, ENGL100, CHEM-025 or the equivalent. LMC Degree: ADR: Natural Sciences; DA Transfer: UC; CSU Gen. Ed. Area B2, B3; IGETC Area 5B, 5C; C-ID BIOL 135S; BIOL 190 This is an integrated study of the central concepts of cell and molecular biology intended for biology majors. This course will cover the concepts and applications of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cytology, biochemical and metabolic pathways, proteomics, reproduction and genomics. The critical and creative process of scientific inquiry and the implications of scientific knowledge will be emphasized. Skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and effective learning will be employed throughout the course. Required for biological science majors. Students can receive Honors credit for this class. Contact the Honors Program for more information. May not be repeated. LR 0832 MW 8:00-9:25am SC1-131 Staff, L Semester MW 9:35-12:40pm SC1-130 Notes: Class meets weekly as scheduled. Based on changing health guidelines, additional practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to partially or 100% online.
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0834 MW 5:05-6:30pm ONLINE Shideler, T Semester 6:40-8:35pm Note: Online course. All instruction will be provided via the internet through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Meets online weekly by Zoom on Monday and Wednesday 5:05pm-8:35pm for live lecture and lab. All Bio 20 students must come to the Pittsburg campus once during the first week of classes to pick up their take home lab kits. These will be distributed in the entry hallway of the LMC Science building. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Purchase of some inexpensive home supplies may be required to supplement the take home lab kit experiments. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0846 TTH 8:00-9:25am ONLINE Shideler, T Semester 9:35-11:25am Note: Online course. All instruction will be provided via the internet through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Meets online weekly by Zoom on Tuesday and Thursday 8:00am-11:25am for live lecture and lab. All Bio 20 students must come to the Pittsburg campus once during the first week of classes to pick up their take home lab kits. These will be distributed in the entry hallway of the LMC Science building. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Purchase of some inexpensive home supplies may be required to supplement the take home lab kit experiments. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. BIOSC-021 Principles of Biology: Organismal - 5 Units
PREREQUISITE: MATH-029, MATH-030 or equivalent ADVISORY: BIOSC-010, BIOSC-020; High School AP Biology, AP Chemistry LMC Degree: ADR: Natural Sciences; DA Transfer: UC; CSU Gen. Ed. Area B2, B3; IGETC Area 5B, 5C; C-ID BIOL 135S, BIOL 140 This is an integrated study of the vast array of organisms on this planet. It focuses on biological processes and principles that lead to increasing higher levels of organization. The course is centered on three major areas of study: evolutionary principles, unity and diversity of life and ecology. Major topics will include: origin of life, evolutionary mechanisms, evidence of evolution, speciation, diversity of life; plant form and function; population and community ecology; ecosystems and environmental concerns. Skills in critical thinking, problem solving and effective learning will be presented throughout the course. Laboratory methods, techniques and field work will be included with all major topics. May not be repeated. LR
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9642 T 9:25-12:35pm BRT-225 Bouchard, J Semester Note: Partially Online Hybrid Course. Students will meet on the LMC Brentwood campus throughout the semester for lab activities and field trips every Tuesday from 9:25AM-12:35PM. Students will be required to provide own transportation to field trips, all within 15 miles of the Brentwood campus. Lectures and other activities will be asynchronous, and internet based through the college learning management system Canvas. Based on changing COVID-19 guidelines, additional social distancing practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to 100% online. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0856 TTH 12:45-3:55pm ONLINE Shulse, C Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be provided via the internet through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Meets online weekly by Zoom on Tuesday and Thursday from 12:45PM-3:55PM. All Bio 21 students must come to the Pittsburg campus for a short time 2-3 times during the semester to pick up and drop off supplies for take home lab kits. These will be distributed in the entry hallway of the LMC Science building. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Purchase of some inexpensive home supplies may be required for the take home lab kit experiments. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
BIOSC-030 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology - 4 Units
ADVISORY: Eligibility for ENGL-100 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: UC; CSU This course is designed to cover basic anatomy and physiology. Fundamentals of body structure and function and the elegant interrelationships between body organs and how they perform will be explored. All of the systems of the body, including very basic microscopic anatomy and simple physiological chemistry will be covered in this one semester course. May not be repeated. LR 1302 TTH 9:35-11:00am SC1-131 Staff, L Semester TTH 11:10-12:35pm SC1-103 Note: Students will meet in person on the Pittsburg Campus at the designated times for lecture and lab. Based on changing health guidelines, additional practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to partially or 100% online.
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1301 MW 5:05-6:30pm ONLINE Singh, S Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be provided via the internet through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Meets online weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays 5:05pm-6:30pm for live labs via Zoom. All Bio 30 students must come to the Pittsburg campus for a short time just once between weeks 4-6 of classes to pick up their take home kits. These will be distributed in the entry hallway of the LMC Science building. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Purchase of some inexpensive home supplies may be required for the take home lab kit experiments. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 9628 W 9:35-12:45pm BRT-218 Clark, J Semester Partially online course. Students will meet at the designated times in person at the Brentwood Campus for lab activity throughout the semester during the time block listed (see schedule for specific time block). All other instruction will be delivered online. Participation is via the internet through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
BIOSC-040 Human Anatomy - 5 Units
ADVISORY: BIOSC-030 or equivalent; ENGL-100 LMC Degree: ADR: Natural Sciences; DA Transfer: UC; CSU Gen. Ed. Area B2, B3; IGETC Area 5B, 5C; C-ID BIOL 110B This course is a comprehensive exploration of gross and microscopic anatomy from cellular to systems that presents the human body as an integrated organism. Extensive dissection of human cadavers and preserved animal organs will constitute the bulk of the lab. May not be repeated. LR 0289 MW 7:55-9:20am SC1-102 Marcon, R Semester MW 9:30-12:35pm SC1-133 Note: Class meets weekly as scheduled. Based on changing health guidelines, additional practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to partially or 100% online. 0778 MW 5:05-6:30pm SC1-131 Wheeler, M Semester MW 6:40-9:45pm SC1-133 Note: Class meets weekly as scheduled. Based on changing health guidelines, additional practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to partially or 100% online. 1757 TTH 5:05-6:30pm SC1-131 Golubev, D Semester TTH 6:40-9:45pm SC1-133 Note: Class meets weekly as scheduled. Based on changing health guidelines, additional practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to partially or 100% online.
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9629 MW 6:50-9:55pm BRT-218 Smith, M Semester Partially online course. Students will meet at the designated times in person at the Brentwood Campus for lab activity throughout the semester during the time blocks listed (see schedule for specific time blocks). All other instruction will be delivered online. Participation is via the internet through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 0776 W 3:20-6:30pm PART-ONL Madden, J Semester TTH 9:30-12:35pm SC1-133 Partially online course. All Tuesday and Thursday lab sessions will be in person on the Pittsburg Campus in room SCI-133. All Wednesday lectures will be held synchronously, online, through the Zoom platform. Participation online is via the internet through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. Individual schedules to be determined by the first class meeting. 0777 W 3:20-6:30pm PART-ONL Madden, J Semester TTH 2:30-5:35pm SC1-133 Partially online course. All Tuesday and Thursday lab sessions will be in person on the Pittsburg Campus in room SCI-133. All Wednesday lectures will be held synchronously, online, through the Zoom platform. Participation online is via the internet through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. Individual schedules to be determined by the first class meeting.
BIOSC-045 Human Physiology - 5 Units
ADVISORY: BIOSC-040 and CHEM-007; eligibility for ENGL-100 LMC Degree: ADR: Natural Sciences; DA Transfer: UC; CSU Gen. Ed. Area B2, B3; IGETC Area 5B, 5C A comprehensive exploration of general human physiology that begins with a discussion of the molecular and cellular basis of physiology, followed by an analysis of molecular, cellular, and tissue functions as they relate to each of the systems of the body and the total human organism. Critical and quantitative thinking and problem solving will be emphasized, and modern physiological recording instruments will be utilized extensively to analyze human physiological function. May not be repeated. LR 0784 MW 7:55-9:20am SC1-129 Hanks, R Semester MW 9:30-12:35pm SC1-127 Note: Class meets weekly as scheduled. Based on changing health guidelines, additional practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to partially or 100% online. 0779 MW 11:10-12:35pm SC1-129 Wheeler, M Semester MW 12:45-3:50pm SC1-127 Note: Class meets weekly as scheduled. Based on changing health guidelines, additional practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to partially or 100% online. 0292 TTH 7:55-9:20am SC1-129 Hanks, R Semester TTH 9:30-12:35pm SC1-127 Note: Class meets weekly as scheduled. Based on changing health guidelines, additional practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to partially or 100% online.
Brentwood Center
9581 TTH 1:50-3:15pm BRT-218 Clark, J Semester 3:25-6:30pm Note: Class meets weekly as scheduled. Based on changing health guidelines, additional practices may be implemented, including possible conversion to partially or 100% online.
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0780 MW 6:40-9:45pm SC1-127 Staff, L Semester Partially online course. Students will meet at the designated times in person at the Pittsbrug Campus for lab activity throughout the semester during the time blocks listed (see schedule for specific time blocks). All other instruction will be delivered online. Participation is via the internet through the college learning management system Canvas and Zoom software. Access to a computer with audio and video capability is required. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
