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Biological Sciences Minor

Program Requirements

Students complete all of

BISC 101 - General Biology (4)

An introduction to the biochemical and physiological mechanisms of living organisms. Topics covered include cell structure and function, DNA replication and the flow of genetic information, enzyme function, metabolism and physiology of microorganisms, plants, and animals. Prerequisite: High school Biology 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or BISC 100 with C- or better, or BISC 113 with C+ or better, or HSCI 100 with C+ or better; and High school Chemistry 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or CHEM 111 with a C- or better. Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Tony Williams
Megan Barker
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D109 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D110 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D111 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D112 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D113 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D114 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D115 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D116 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D117 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D118 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D119 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
Tony Williams
Megan Barker
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D201 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
Burnaby
D202 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
Burnaby
D203 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
Burnaby
D204 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
Burnaby
D205 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
Burnaby
D206 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
Burnaby
Tony Williams
Megan Barker
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D901 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D902 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D903 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
BISC 102 - General Biology (4)

Survey of the diversity of life, and its evolutionary history on earth. The student is introduced to the study of genetics, development, and evolution, giving an overview of how these processes interact to produce form and function. Also included are principles of behavior and ecological relationships of organisms to each other and their environment. Prerequisite: High school biology 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or BISC 100 with C- or better, or BISC 113 with C+ or better, or HSCI 100 with C+ or better. Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
John Reynolds
Kevin Lam
Kathleen Fitzpatrick
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D114 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
John Reynolds
Kevin Lam
Kathleen Fitzpatrick
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D901 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D902 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D903 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 5:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D904 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 5:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and at least two of

BISC 202 - Genetics (3)

Principles and concepts of the transmission of genetic information treated comparatively in man, animal, plant and microbe. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Onkar Bains
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D114 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Onkar Bains
Onkar Bains
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D901 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D902 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 204 - Introduction to Ecology (3)

An introduction to biotic-environmental relationships and dynamics; ecological concepts; population dynamics, variation, adaptation and evolution. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Leah Bendell
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Burnaby
Leah Bendell
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D901 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 205 - Principles of Physiology (3)

An integrated exploration of animal and plant physiology, using principles from biology, physics, and chemistry to describe the underlying mechanisms and adaptations that support life. Systems include transport, metabolism, electrical & chemical signalling, sensing and responding. Students will build independent and collaborative skills in data analysis, scientific reasoning, and communication. Prerequisite: BISC 101, BISC 102 and PHYS 102 all with a grade of C- or better. Students who have taken BISC 305 or BISC 366 first may not then take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Gordon Rintoul
Jim Mattsson
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
MBB 222 - Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (3)

The structure, function and synthesis of proteins, RNA and DNA and their interrelated biological functions within the cell. An introduction to molecular biology techniques and methods of protein purification and analysis. Prerequisite: or Corequisite CHEM 281.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Mark Paetzel
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
MBB 231 - Cellular Biology and Biochemistry (3)

A study of the molecular processes which underlie cell structure and function, integrating ultrastructural, physiological and biochemical approaches. Modern techniques used in the analysis of organelle and cell function are integral parts of the course. Prerequisite: MBB 222, BISC 101, CHEM 281 with grades of C- or better. Corequisite or Prerequisite: CHEM 282 or CHEM 283.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Jonathan Choy
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and a minimum of 15 units, consisting of five upper division BISC courses (including MASC courses), as approved by the department

Residency Requirements and Transfer Credits

Students who transfer into the Biological Sciences Program from other institutions may count a maximum of 1 transfer course toward their upper division program requirements. Transfer students are encouraged to meet with the Undergraduate Advisor for further details.