This course focuses on written communication skills with emphasis on clear, concise writing. It presents techniques for gathering, organizing, analyzing, and preparing information for decision making. It develops analytical thinking skills by providing practical training in writing assignments, including business letters, memos, and reports. It also explores the impact of cultural differences on business communication in the modern business organization. Students develop further skills in listening and speaking through oral presentations. Prerequisites: ENGL V01A. Transfer credit: CSU.

This course will cover prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structure and function, biological molecules, homeostasis, cell reproduction and its controls, molecular genetics, classical / Mendelian genetics, cell metabolism including photosynthesis and respiration, and cellular communication. The philosophy of science, methods of scientific inquiry and experimental design are foundational to the course. Prerequisites: CHEM V20/CHEM V20L or equivalent, and Intermediate Algebra or 1 year of high school algebra with a grade of C or better or placement as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process. Recommended Prep: BIOL V01/BIOL V01L, or 1 year of high school biology with a grade of C. Field trips may be required. Formerly: BIOL V20A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.