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Alex Cheroske, Ph.D.

Residential Faculty - Biology

Life Science

Life Science

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

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM10:00 AM - 12:00 PM1:00 PM - 2:00 PM  

Mondays in the bio tutoring center S154

Classes Taught

Summer 2024

BIO149SV Field Biology: Ecological and Environmental Field Experience 1 Credits

Field expeditions in which ecological and environmental principles and concepts are observed and studied. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17187
MC OFFSITE

Nice France
Study Abroad
Lecture/Lab
05/19/2024 - 06/12/2024

Class Ended

Notes: Class 17187 This section is only for students who have been admitted to the France study abroad program. Special permission is required to register for this biology section and additional program fees are required. For more information please visit www.mesacc.edu/study-abroad or email the instructor at: alexander.cheroske@mesacc.edu

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 17187: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong
BIO201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 Credits

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.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15082

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
07/01/2024 - 08/01/2024

Class Started

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.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 15082 This course uses proctored online exams which require a computer (PC or Mac computer, or a newer iPad, or Chromebook) with a working microphone and webcam. Students may contact instructor at: cheroske@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 15082 must also register for one of .
15083

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
07/01/2024 - 08/01/2024

Class Started

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 15083 This course uses proctored online exams which require a computer (PC or Mac computer, or a newer iPad, or Chromebook) with a working microphone and webcam. Lab manual will be available through Canvas at no cost. Students may contact instructor at: cheroske@mesacc.edu.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 15083 must also register for .
15118

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
07/01/2024 - 08/01/2024

Class Started

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 15118 This course uses proctored online exams which require a computer (PC or Mac computer, or a newer iPad, or Chromebook) with a working microphone and webcam. Lab manual will be available through Canvas at no cost. Students may contact instructor at: cheroske@mesacc.edu.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 15118 must also register for .

Fall 2024

BIO145 Marine Biology 4 Credits

A survey of marine environments and their biotic communities with emphasis on the natural history of marine organisms. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
33708
Red Mountain Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024
MoWe
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Open

12 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 33708: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 33708 must also register for .
33709
Red Mountain Campus
In Person
Lab
08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024
MoWe
12:30 PM - 1:55 PM

Open

12 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 33709 must also register for .
BIO202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 Credits

Continuation of structure and function of the human body. Topics include endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems, pregnancy and development, and fluid and electrolyte balance.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO201 or BIO201XT.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13771
Red Mountain Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024
TuTh
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Open

17 of 48
Seats Available

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 13771: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 13771 must also register for one of .
13761

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024

Closed

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.

This course uses proctored online exams which require a computer (PC or Mac computer, or a newer iPad, or Chromebook) with a microphone and a webcam, and a reliable internet connection.Lecture content is provided as recorded videos supplemented by optional live office hours and study sessions. Lab content is available online, but you are required to purchase the lab kit available at the bookstore. Use of PhysioEx lab simulation software is also required. Lab Kits are required and can be purchased at the bookstore.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 13761: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Students may contact instructor at cheroske@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 13761 must also register for one of .
16066
Red Mountain Campus
In Person
Lab
08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024
TuTh
8:00 AM - 9:25 AM

Open

13 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.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 16066 Students may contact instructor at cherokse@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 16066 must also register for .
16065
Red Mountain Campus
In Person
Lab
08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024
TuTh
11:00 AM - 12:25 PM

Open

4 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.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 16065 Students may contact instructor at cherokse@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 16065 must also register for .
33789

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024

Closed

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.

This course uses proctored online exams which require a computer (PC or Mac computer, or a newer iPad, or Chromebook) with a microphone and a webcam, and a reliable internet connection.Lecture content is provided as recorded videos supplemented by optional live office hours and study sessions.

Lab content is available online, but you are required to purchase the lab kit available at the bookstore. Use of PhysioEx lab simulation software is also required. Lab Kits are required and can be purchased at the bookstore.

Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.

Students may contact instructor at:cheroske@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 33789 must also register for .
13762

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024

Closed

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.

This course uses proctored online exams which require a computer (PC or Mac computer, or a newer iPad, or Chromebook) with a microphone and a webcam, and a reliable internet connection.Lecture content is provided as recorded videos supplemented by optional live office hours and study sessions. Lab content is available online, but you are required to purchase the lab kit available at the bookstore. Use of PhysioEx lab simulation software is also required. Lab Kits are required and can be purchased at the bookstore.

Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.

Students may contact instructor at:cheroske@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 13762 must also register for .

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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