BIO 101* - General Biology I

(4 CR)

Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MTE 1*, MTE 2*, MTE 3*, MTE 4*, and MTE 5*, and a placement recommendation for ENG 111*, co-enrollment in ENF 3*/ENG 111*, or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.

Course Type: Passport Transfer Class

Description: Focuses on foundations in cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.