Prerequisites for PC Nursing program

P110 – Human Anatomy
4 units
Prerequisite: None.
Total lecture 36 hours, total laboratory 108 hours. The essential
features of human anatomy including the gross and microscopic
anatomy of all the body systems. Laboratory consists of animal
and human preserved specimens, models, and dissection of the
cat. Designed for students majoring in nursing, physical education,
and the medical and para-medical professions. Approved for pass/
no-pass grading option. (A/CSU/UC)

P106 – Introduction to Chemical Principles
4 units
Prerequisite: None.
Recommendation: Math P055 or equivalent.
Total lecture 54 hours, total laboratory 54 hours. Emphasis on
concepts and principles of chemistry. Measurement, chemical
formulas and equations, stoichiometry, energy, reaction rates,
chemical equilibrium, atomic structure, bonding, molecular
geometry, and acid bases. (A/CSU/UC)

P101 – Introductory Physiology
5 units
Prerequisite: None.
Recommendation: Eligible for level 2 English placement,
Chemistry P106, P108, Anatomy P110.
Total lecture 54 hours, total laboratory 108 hours. Basic functions
of human body systems with emphasis on homeostatic mechanisms
and systems integration. A detailed study of the physical and
chemical basis of life. (A/CSU/UC)


P106 – Microbiology
5 units
Prerequisite: Chemistry P106.
Recommendation: Eligible for level 2 English placement, Biology
P110 or equivalent.
Total lecture 54 hours, Total laboratory 108 hours. An introduction
to microbiology dealing with morphology, physiology, classification
and importance of bacteria, viruses, and multicellular parasites and
immunology. Recommended for students majoring in biology and
allied health fields. Approved for pass/no-pass grading option. (A/
CSU/UC)