BIOL 230 – Introduction to Cell Biology (CRN: 96583)
at Skyline College for Fall 2025
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Course Information
An introduction to life functions as seen at the cellular level; cellular structure, macromolecular architecture and function, cellular energetics, chemical regulation, photochemical activities, molecular genetics, and genetic engineering. It is the second course in the two-course Biology core sequence.
Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
Lab hours/semester: 96-108
TBA hours/semester: 16-18
Homework hours/semester: 80-90
Prerequisites: BIOL 215 and CHEM 210 or equivalent
C-ID: BIOL 135S; BIOL 190
Course Details
Grade Mode: {"L":"Letter Graded-Degree Applicabl"}
Units: 5
Department: Biology
Transfer Credit: UC/CSU
Meeting Information
| Instructor | Meeting Date | Meeting Time | Days | Building | Room | Section | Section Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Elizabeth Auten Guth | 08/14 - 12/04 | 11:10am-12:25pm | T, Th | 08 | 8302 | AB | Lecture and/or Discussion |
| Sarah Elizabeth Auten Guth | 08/14 - 12/04 | 1:10pm-7:00pm | Th | 07 | 7241 | AB | Laboratory/Studio/Activity |
| Sarah Elizabeth Auten Guth | 08/14 - 12/04 | TBA 1 Hrs/Wk | Remote | AB | Laboratory/Studio/Activity |
Critical Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Day to Add | August 26, 2025 |
| Last day to drop with a refund | August 26, 2025 |
| Last Day to drop without W Grade | September 1, 2025 |
| Last Day to drop with W Grade | November 12, 2025 |