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Alex Cheroske, Ph.D.
Residential 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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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Classes Taught
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 |
Class Started |
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 |
Class Started |
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 |
Closed |
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 |
Class Started |
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 |
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 17780 must also register for lab 17781. |
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Book Information | ||||||
34493 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lab
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08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
TuTh |
8:00 AM - 9:25 AM |
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. 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 |
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. 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 |
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 17781 must also register for lecture 17780. |
Spring 2024
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 |
27108 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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01/16/2024 - 03/08/2024 |
Open 24 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 27108 must also register for lecture 27107. |
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 |
27859 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
MoWe |
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM |
Open 48 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 27859 must also register for one of several labs offered. |
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28091 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Open 24 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 28091 must also register for lab 28900. |
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27864 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lab
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01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
MoWe |
8:00 AM - 9:25 AM |
Open 24 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 27864 must also register for lecture 27859. |
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32262 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lab
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01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
MoWe |
11:00 AM - 12:25 PM |
Open 24 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 32262 must also register for lecture 27859. |
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28900 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Open 24 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 28900 must also register for lecture 28091. |
Spring Flex Start 2024
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 |
27036 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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03/18/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Open 24 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 27036 must also register for lab 27037. |
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27037 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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03/18/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Open 24 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 27037 must also register for lecture 27036. |
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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