BIOL-1308 Biology I for Non-Science Majors

This course provides a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction. This introductory course is designed to provide non-science majors a conceptual approach to topics ranging from molecular and cellular biology, to genetics, and biotechnology as they relate to current events, cultural, and societal issues. Lec 3, Cr 3

Credits

3

Prerequisite

TSI Ready in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics

Corequisite

BIOL-1108 Recommended

Outcomes

  1. Distinguish between prokaryotic, eukaryotic, plant and animal cells, and identify major cell structures.
  2. Identify stages of the cell cycle, mitosis (plant and animal), and meiosis.
  3. Interpret results from cell physiology experiments involving movement across membranes, enzymes, photosynthesis, and cellular respiration.
  4. Apply genetic principles to predict the outcome of genetic crosses and statistically analyze results.
  5. Describe karyotyping, pedigrees, and biotechnology and provide an example of the uses of each.
  6. Identify parts of a DNA molecule, and describe replication, transcription, and translation.
  7. Analyze evidence for evolution and natural selection.