May 25, 2026  
General Catalog 2026-2027 
    
General Catalog 2026-2027
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BIOL 145 - Fungal Biology, an Introduction to Fungal Diversity, Anatomy, and Physiology




Prerequisite: BIOL 1A  and BIOL 1B ; CHEM 8  or CHEM 128A  all with a C grade or better
This course focuses upon the diversity, physiology, and ecology of Kingdom Fungi and other organisms traditionally studied as fungi. The lecture covers fungal anatomy and physiology following a modern systematic framework. Laboratory instruction is divided between direct study of fungal anatomy/physiology and project-based work generating a collection of fungal specimens. This course fulfills an upper division laboratory elective requirement for Biology majors. (Formerly BIOL189T)

Weekly Lecture Hours: 3
Weekly Lab/Activity Hours: 3
Units: 4
Course Typically Offered: Spring



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