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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

BI 111 - General Biology: Cells & Genes (4)

A survey of cell theory (cellular structure and function) and molecular genetics that illustrates the nature and limits of science and two of the fundamental concepts of the life sciences. Elements of evolutionary theory will be discussed throughout the course and examples from all kingdoms of life will be used. Laboratory will introduce students to methods of microscopy, modeling, and experimental design and analysis. This course will identify key theories of science, including contributions and limitations of scientific discovery. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory per week. PRE-2015 CORE: Level II. 2015 CORE: Explorations of Nature, Acquire. FA, SP.