Are you sure about Rio? I was told you just have to complete bio 202 to take it (the 4 credit class, anyway). And that is also what it says on the course schedule. The two-2 credit classes are the ones only available to nursing students, from my understanding.
Here is the descriptiono of the 4 credit class.
http://www.rio.maricopa.edu/cgi-othe...ING&Term=20052
HCR 240 - Human Pathophysiology
(See Complete Syllabus when you register)
Length Of Course
14 Weeks
Course Description
Chemical, biological, biochemical, and psychological processes as a foundation for the understanding of alterations in health. The structural and functional pathophysiology of alterations in health; selected therapeutics considered.
Prerequisites: BIO202 or equivalent.