BIOL 101 - General Biology

(NSLD)

Designed to satisfy the General Education science requirement, this course introduces the basic principles governing living organisms with emphasis on the molecular and cellular basis of life. Concepts in genetics, reproduction, development, evolution, and ecology are discussed. Not recommended to those students with credit in BIOL 150 or BIOL 151. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in MATH 080 , appropriate score on the mathematics placement test, or consent of department. Eligibility for ENGL 101 or ENGL 101A ; completion of AELR 930 /ELAR 980 or appropriate assessment test score. Two hours lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly BI 101.

4 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Distinguish science from non-science
Apply the scientific method to answer biological questions
Analyze, interpret, and use scientific data to evaluate claims
Relate biological concepts to personal and societal issues that affect daily life
Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental concepts related to the following biological topics: cell structure and function, DNA and inheritance, evolution and biodiversity, ecology and the environment

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