BIO 302 - Biology of Cancer (4)

Topics include causes and symptoms of cancer, molecular and cell biology of cancer, lung, skin and other major “site” cancers, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, present research and psychosocial aspects. Material is presented by guest lecturers including specialists and cancer patients. May be used for approved elective credit but not upper division core credit by students with majors in the Biological Sciences Department. Optional credit/no credit grading basis for nonmajors at the student’s request. Course fulfills GE Synthesis B5.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of GE Area A and two GE Area B sub-areas (1, 2, 3, or 4).
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
When Offered: Sp
Note(s): Credit/No Credit (CR/NC)
Faculty: Staff.