Teaching

Current and Past Courses Taught at CSUSB

BIOL2010 Principles of Biology I

Lecture and Lab

Fall Semesters

Semester Prerequisite: CHEM 2100 with a grade of C or higher. Quarter Prerequisite: CHEM 215 with a grade of C (2) or better, or consent of department

Provides a foundational understanding of 1) the process of life and the universality of life processes at the molecular and cellular level and 2) the principles of Mendelian genetics. Four hours lecture and three hours laboratory. Materials fee required. When combined with BIOL 2020, this course is equivalent to the previously offered BIOL 200, 201, and 202. Satisfies GE category B2 and B3; this course is not recommended as a GE course for non-STEM majors.

BIOL2020 Principles of Biology II

Lecture and Lab

Spring Semesters

Semester Prerequisite: BIOL 2010 with a grade of C (2) or better. Quarter Prerequisite: BIOL 200 and BIOL 201 with a grade of C or better

Introduces diversity, structure and function of all Kingdoms of life. Provides a foundational understanding of the principles of population genetics, evolution and ecology of organisms, populations, and communities. Four hours lecture and three hours laboratory. Materials fee required. When combined with BIOL 2010, this course is equivalent to the previously offered BIOL 200, 201, and 202.

BIOL4902 - Special Topics

Spring Semester

This course provides biology majors with a strong foundation in the core concepts of biology while developing essential study and application skills for academic success. Students will explore five key biological concepts—evolution, structure and function, information flow, energy and matter, and systems biology—through critical thinking, data analysis, and model generation. Emphasis will be placed on study strategies, time management, and goal setting to enhance learning transfer across biology courses. Students will also identify common misconceptions, explore career pathways, and design an Individual Development Plan (IDP) tailored to their academic and professional goals. The course is designed for early biology majors, and no prior biology coursework is required, although co-enrollment in Principles of Biology (BIOL2010/2020) is encouraged.

BIOL5000 - Biology Seminar

Semester Prerequisite: BIOL 2020 with a grade of C or better, or graduate standing in Biology. Quarter Prerequisite: BIOL 300 with a grade of C or better

Topics of current biological interest, presented by students, faculty, and guest speakers. Discussion of primary research associated with presentation topics, including how the research relates to broader topics in Biology. May be taken once for credit toward the B.S. in Biology; may be taken twice for credit toward the elective requirement of the Master of Science in Biology. Formerly offered as BIOL 390 or BIOL 591; students may not earn credit for either of these previous courses and this course. Graded credit/no credit.

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