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Andrew Holycross

Full Time Faculty - Biology

Life Science

Life Science

Office: RDM-S Saguaro - Room: 251

Classes Taught

Fall 2023

BIO181 General Biology (Majors) I 4 Credits

The study and principles of structure and function of organisms at the molecular and cellular levels. A detailed exploration of the chemistry of life, the cell, and genetics.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended.

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.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
34410
Red Mountain Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
MoWe
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Open

14 of 24
Seats Available

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 34410 must also register for .
17716
Red Mountain Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023
TuTh
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Open

19 of 24
Seats Available

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 17716 must also register for .
17708

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

19 of 24
Seats Available

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.

Class 17708 Students may contact instructor at: andrew.holycross@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 17708 must also register for .
34413

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

24 of 24
Seats Available

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.

Class 34413 Class exams will require the use of a lockdown browser and monitor so you will need to have a computer or iPad with a microphone, speakers, and a camera. Chromebooks and smartphones will not work with this system, and can not be used to take the online exams. Lab kits are required. These can be purchased from Home Science Tools." ('Home Science Tools' hyperlink https://www.homesciencetools.com/product/mcc-hybrid-bio-181-kit/ Students may contact instructor at: andy.holycross@mesacc.edu

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 34413 must also register for .
34411
Red Mountain Campus
In Person
Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
Mo
11:00 AM - 1:50 PM

Open

14 of 24
Seats Available

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 34411 must also register for .
17717
Red Mountain Campus
In Person
Lab
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023
Tu
8:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Open

19 of 24
Seats Available

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 17717 must also register for .
34414

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

24 of 24
Seats Available

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.

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

Class 34414 Class exams will require the use of a lockdown browser and monitor so you will need to have a computer or iPad with a microphone, speakers, and a camera. Chromebooks and smartphones will not work with this system, and can not be used to take the online exams. Lab kits are required. These can be purchased from Home Science Tools." ('Home Science Tools' hyperlink https://www.homesciencetools.com/product/mcc-hybrid-bio-181-kit/ Students may contact instructor at: andy.holycross@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 34414 must also register for .
17709

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

19 of 24
Seats Available

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.

Class 17709 Students may contact instructor at: andrew.holycross@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 17709 must also register for .

Degrees & Awards

Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Nebraska at Omaha

Master of Arts in Biology, University of Nebraska at Omaha

Doctor of Philosophy in Zoology, Arizona State University

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