The courses listed below are courses in Hawkeye's course catalog. Visit the course search to view currently available courses and course sections.
Students who plan to transfer courses back to their current college or university should verify the courses they'd like to take at Hawkeye will transfer. To determine how the course will transfer visit with your advisor at your current college or university and/or if a student at the University of Northern Iowa, University of Iowa, or Iowa State University, visit www.TransferinIowa.org.
Biology (BIO)
BIO-105 Introductory Biology
4 credits—This course provides an introduction to living organisms, their diversity, structure and function and how they maintain themselves both during their life cycle and as a species. It is designed to highlight concepts of the biological sciences for the non-biology major.
Lecture Hours: 48
Lab Hours: 32
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$877.00
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$904.00
BIO-112 General Biology I
4 credits—This lecture and laboratory course is the first of a two semester sequence designed for students with a specific interest in majoring in the biological sciences or a desire for a more comprehensive undergraduate course in the discipline. The course integrates the basic principles of general biology and focuses on their interrelationships. The major themes addressed include levels of organization, cell structure and metabolism, the genetic basis of life, evolution, diversity and ecological relationships. Laboratory exercises are coordinated with lecture topics to enhance the student's understanding of these topics.
Lecture Hours: 48
Lab Hours: 32
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$878.00
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$905.00
BIO-113 General Biology II
4 credits—This lecture and laboratory course is part of a two semester sequence designed for students with a specific interest in majoring in the biological sciences or a desire for a more comprehensive undergraduate course in the discipline. The major focus of this course is on the diversity of life forms, including microbes, protists, the fungi, plants and animals. The course will include the study of their structure and function, evolutionary patterns, ecological relationships and behavior. Laboratory exercises are coordinated with lecture topics to enhance the student's understanding of the lecture concepts.
Lecture Hours: 48
Lab Hours: 32
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$887.00
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$914.00
BIO-151 Nutrition
3 credits—Principles of Nutrition will introduce students to the science of nutrition. The course will examine individual nutrients; their structure and function in the human body; nutrient composition of food; and selection of food to meet nutrient needs, maintain health and satisfaction. Students will understand and apply present day knowledge of nutrition to dietary patterns and needs of selected individuals and groups. The course is an advanced beginning course in human nutrition designed for students with a science background.
Lecture Hours: 48
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$652.50
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$675.00
BIO-154 Human Biology
3 credits—Human Biology explores human structure and function and the relationship of humans to other living organisms. The course examines the application of basic biological principles to practical human concerns. The course is a one-semester biology course intended for students who do not wish to major in the biological or health sciences.
Lecture Hours: 48
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$652.50
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$675.00
BIO-163 Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology
4 credits—An introduction to the principles of human anatomy and physiology beginning with the cellular/biochemical level of organization and progressing through a comprehensive study of organ systems emphasizing homeostasis. This is a one-term transfer level class designed for students entering allied health fields or biological sciences. Each student must enroll for one laboratory section.
Lecture Hours: 48
Lab Hours: 32
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$902.00
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$900.00
BIO-166 Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology
4 credits—This introductory course provides an overview of basic anatomy and physiology of all body systems. It is designed primarily for the non-professional majors as an introductory course. Laboratory includes microscopy, the study of human anatomy, computer simulations, preserved specimens and the study of physiological processes.
Lecture Hours: 48
Lab Hours: 32
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$870.00
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$900.00
BIO-168 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
4 credits—The first of a two-semester sequence especially designed for students pursuing careers in allied health fields as well as any student desiring an in-depth undergraduate transfer course. The course focuses on the interdependent relationships between the structure and functions of body systems and the ways these parts interact (homeostasis) to insure the survival of the organism. Major topics addressed include levels of organization, the chemistry of life, support/movement, integration/control, and coordination. Coordinated laboratory exercises focus on anatomical knowledge and physiological functions.
Lecture Hours: 48
Lab Hours: 32
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$891.00
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$900.00
BIO-173 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
4 credits—The second of a two-semester sequence designed for students pursuing careers in allied health fields or wishing an in-depth undergraduate transfer course in the biological sciences. The course focuses on interdependent relationships between the structures and functions of body systems and the way these parts interact (homeostasis) to insure survival of the organism. Major topics addressed include systems associated with circulation, maintenance, elimination and continuity. Coordinated laboratory exercises focus on anatomical knowledge and physiological functions.
Lecture Hours: 48
Lab Hours: 32
Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in BIO-168.
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$930.00
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$900.00
BIO-186 Microbiology
4 credits—Morphology, physiology, taxonomy, and relationship of microorganisms to disease. In-depth laboratory study and suitable lecture material with applications to agriculture, industry, and medicine.
Lecture Hours: 48
Lab Hours: 32
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$870.00
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$900.00
BIO-269 Foodology
3 credits—This course explores the physical, biological, and chemical study of food and examines food science by presenting topics relevant to the modern day diet. Topics will include food processing, food distribution, organic foods, genetically modified foods, macro and micronutrients, and the obesity epidemic.
Lecture Hours: 48
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$652.50
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$675.00
BIO-924 Honors Project
1 credits—This course involves in-depth independent research on an approved topic under supervision of a faculty member. Upon project's completion, results will be shared with community of peers and faculty. This course can be repeated with different content for credit. This course can be taken for 1–3 credit hours.
Lecture Hours: 16
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$217.50
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$225.00
BIO-928 Independent Study
1 credits—This course provides opportunity for a student to focus previous course work and knowledge on a special issue as well as provide for individualized exploration of topics germane to the student's projected objectives within any recognized discipline. Faculty consultation is required prior to registration for this course. This course can be repeated with different content for credit.
Lecture Hours: 16
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$217.50
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$225.00
BIO-949 Special Topics
1 credits—Special Topics expands the curriculum by allowing students to enroll for up to three credits in a specific course or program area. Subject matter may be an in-depth extension of the particular area and is developed by the teaching faculty to meet unique interests and needs of the students. This course may not duplicate another one already in the catalog. This course may be repeated for credit with different content. This course can be taken for 1–3.
Lecture Hours: 16
Course Type: General Education / Transfer
2023–2024 Course Cost:
$217.50
2024–2025 Course Cost:
$225.00