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An exploration of how the human body's systems work in coordination with each other and in response to changes in the environment. Three hours of lecture per week.

Introductory principles of biology, including the nature of scientific inquiry, biochemistry, cell structure and function, genetics, and reproductive physiology. Three hours of lecture per week. Credit for BIO 205 will not be granted to students who have completed BIO 207.

Introductory principles of biology, including the nature of scientific inquiry, biochemistry and metabolism, macromolecule structure and function, cell structure and function, and molecular genetics. Three hours of lecture per week. Credit for BIO 207 will not be granted to students who have completed BIO 205.

This course provides essential background in the fields of Evolution and Ecology. Topics include Mendelian genetics, the interactions among alleles and genes, theory and mechanisms of evolution, population genetics, processes of speciation, phylogeny and classification, dynamics among individuals in populations and communities, the concepts underlying ecosystem functions, and interactions between organisms and their environment.

Laboratory investigation into the biochemistry, cellular structure and function, and genetics of cells and living organisms. Three hours of laboratory per week. Fee: $60

This laboratory emphasizes scientific literacy and scientific inquiry through reading primary literature and performing student-designed research. Fee: $60.

Independent study in a specialized field under the direction of a staff member. Maximum of eight credits under the number. Permission of the staff member is required.