Class Details

BIOL 11
Human Biology

Course Description

This course is a general introduction to biology and its principles, with a focus on the human body, public health issues, evolution, and the interactions of humans with the environment. The course will introduce the unifying principles of biology while examining the evolution, anatomy, physiology, and variations of the human body, and the physical and societal roots of disease. It will also emphasize the ways human health concerns affect broader social issues surrounding equity and diversity, and the ongoing impacts of human-related environmental alterations.

Class Details

Class Dates: This class runs from 2027-04-05 to 2027-06-25.
Footnote:
BIOL-011.08Y: This is an online lecture with an on campus laboratory class. The lecture does not have scheduled meetings and can be completed independently each week on the student's own time. The laboratory meets each week on scheduled days and times as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. On campus exams and quizzes may be required

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units

5 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
• Weekly Lab Hours: 3

Program Status

Program Applicable

Credit

Credit - Degree Applicable

Grading Method

• Letter Grade
• Pass/No Pass

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory

• ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL 5

Limitation on Enrollment

(Not open to students with credit in BIOL 6A, BIOL 6AH, BIOL 6B, BIOL 6C, BIOL 6CH or equivalent.)