BIOL 370 - Biology of Cancer

Unit(s): 4

Biology of Cancer covers current concepts and knowledge of cancer, including cancer research and cancer treatment, exploring the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying cancer development with the aim of understanding how changes in the normal growth and division processes lead to the formation of tumors. Topics include the natural history of cancer, oncogenes, tumor suppressors, cancer-causing viruses, epidemiology, health care policy and current therapeutic approaches to cancer treatment. The community-engaged experience allows students to examine how course concepts and theories play out in a community setting, develop skills and commitments to participate effectively in civic life, and address community-identified priorities and needs to advance the public good.

Prerequisite: BIOL 105 with a minimum grade of C and BIOL 106 with a minimum grade of C and BIOL 212 with a minimum grade of C and BIOL 310 with a minimum grade of C and BIOL 311 with a minimum grade of C and CHEM 111 with a minimum grade of C and CHEM 112 with a minimum grade of C and CHEM 113 with a minimum grade of C and CHEM 114 with a minimum grade of C and (CHEM 231 or CHEM 236 with a minimum grade of C)
Restriction: Field of study restricted to Biology Major
College of Arts and Sciences