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Alex Cheroske, Ph.D.
Full Time Faculty - Biology
Office: RDM-S Saguaro - Room: 253
480-654-7303
480-844-3107 (fax)
Notices
I have no scheduled office hours during the summer and will not be on campus. Please email with any questions.
Office Hours
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM | ||
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM |
Classes Taught
Spring 2023
BIO202 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 Credits | ||||
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Continuation of structure and function of the human body. Topics include endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems; and fluid and electrolyte balance. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO201 or BIO201XT. |
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General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG] | ||||||
Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29557 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
MoWe |
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM |
Class Started |
Lab Notes: Students registering for class 29557 must also register for lab 29691. |
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29941 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Closed |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 29941 must also register for lab 30857. |
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Book Information | ||||||
30857 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Closed |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 30857 must also register for lecture 29941. |
Spring Flex Start 2023
BIO202 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 Credits | ||||
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Continuation of structure and function of the human body. Topics include endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems; and fluid and electrolyte balance. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO201 or BIO201XT. |
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General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG] | ||||||
Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
30848 |
Red Mountain Campus Online Course |
Hybrid
Lecture
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03/20/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Class Started |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 30848 must also register for one of several labs offered. |
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29691 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lab
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01/23/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Mo |
9:30 AM - 12:20 PM |
Class Started |
Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 29691 must also register for lecture 29557. |
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30849 |
Red Mountain Campus |
Hybrid
Lab
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03/22/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
WeFr |
9:30 AM - 12:20 PM |
Class Started |
Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 30849 must also register for lecture 30848. |
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30850 |
Red Mountain Campus |
Hybrid
Lab
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03/22/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
WeFr |
1:00 PM - 3:50 PM |
Class Started |
Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 30850 must also register for lecture 30848. |
Summer 2023
BIO201 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 Credits | ||||
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Study of structure and function of the human body. Topics include cells, tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system. Prerequisites: C or better in (BIO156, or BIO156XT, or BIO181, or BIO181XT, or 1 yr of high school biology) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101). CHM130 or higher or one year of high school chemistry suggested but not required. |
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General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG] | ||||||
Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
16345 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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07/03/2023 - 08/03/2023 |
Open 15 of 48 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 16345 must also register for one of several labs offered. |
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16346 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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07/03/2023 - 08/03/2023 |
Open 3 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 16346 must also register for lecture 16345. |
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16389 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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07/03/2023 - 08/03/2023 |
Open 12 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 16389 must also register for lecture 16345. |
Fall 2023
BIO201 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 Credits | ||||
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Study of structure and function of the human body. Topics include cells, tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system. Prerequisites: C or better in (BIO156, or BIO156XT, or BIO181, or BIO181XT, or 1 yr of high school biology) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101). CHM130 or higher or one year of high school chemistry suggested but not required. |
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Course Notes: It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Biology Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register. |
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General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG] | ||||||
Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
19078 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
MoWe |
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM |
Open 41 of 48 |
Notes: All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources). Lab Notes: Students registering for class 19078 must also register for one of several labs offered. |
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19079 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lab
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
MoWe |
9:30 AM - 10:55 AM |
Open 20 of 24 |
Notes: All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources). Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 19079 must also register for lecture 19078. |
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19563 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lab
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
MoWe |
12:30 PM - 1:55 PM |
Open 21 of 24 |
Notes: All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources). Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 19563 must also register for lecture 19078. |
BIO202 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 Credits | ||||
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Continuation of structure and function of the human body. Topics include endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems; and fluid and electrolyte balance. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO201 or BIO201XT. |
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General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG] | ||||||
Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
17792 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
TuTh |
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM |
Open 43 of 48 |
Lab Notes: Students registering for class 17792 must also register for one of several labs offered. |
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17780 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Open 3 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 17780 must also register for lab 17781. |
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34493 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lab
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08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
TuTh |
8:00 AM - 9:25 AM |
Open 21 of 24 |
Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 34493 must also register for lecture 17792. |
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34492 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lab
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08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
TuTh |
11:00 AM - 12:25 PM |
Open 22 of 24 |
Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 34492 must also register for lecture 17792. |
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17781 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Open 3 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 17781 must also register for lecture 17780. |
Degrees & Awards
B.A. University of California, Santa Barbara 1993
M.S. San Diego State University 1997
Ph.D. University of Maryland, Baltimore County 2004
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