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BIO 203 Human Form and Function

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.

3

BIO 205 Foundations of Biology

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.

3

BIO 207 Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology

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.

3

Corequisites

BIO 277 may be taken concurrently.

BIO 208 Introduction to Evolution and Ecology

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.
3

Prerequisites

BIO 207, BIO 277

BIO 277 Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory

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

1

Corequisites

BIO 207

BIO 278 Introduction to Evolution and Ecology Lab

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

1

Prerequisites

BIO 207, BIO 277

Corequisites

BIO 208

BIO 290 Directed Study

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.

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