Introduction to fundamental concepts in biology, with an emphasis on evolution, cell structure and function, basic chemistry of life, gene structure and function, cell division, and genetics. Application of these concepts to issues affecting society. This course does not fulfill the requirements for a major in biology.

Laboratory based application of topics covered in the lecture. This course does not fulfill the requirements for a major in biology.

Introduction to fundamental concepts in biology, with an emphasis on evolution, anatomy, physiology, classification and ecological relationships. Application of these concepts to issues affecting society. This course does not fulfill the requirements for a major in biology.

Laboratory based application of topics covered in the lecture. This course does not fulfill the requirements for a major in biology.

Introduction to scientific method, theory and experimentation, cell chemistry, enzymes, metabolism, photosynthesis, genetics, and evolution, and a survey of selected organisms. Fulfills Biology major requirement.

Laboratory based application of topics covered in the lecture. Fulfills Biology major requirement.

The biology of organisms with emphasis on structure, physiology, ecology, and evolutionary mechanisms and relationships. Fulfills Biology major requirement.

Laboratory based application of topics covered in the lecture. Fulfills Biology major requirement.

Survey of the major organ systems in the human body. Chemical principles related to physiology are included.

Laboratory based application of topics covered in the lecture.

Survey of the major organ systems in the human body. Chemical principles related to physiology are included.

Laboratory based application of topics covered in the lecture.

An introduction to infectious disease agents of significance in individual and community health settings. The characteristics, symptoms, diagnosis, control, and treatment of infectious diseases will be considered. The course is designed primarily for students who intend to enter one of the health professions.

Three laboratory hours a week. Basic laboratory techniques for culture and identification of microbes.

There will be laboratory work in a local school lab, Internet-based projects, and lab exercises conducted in the home. This course does not meet program of study requirements for the associate’s degree in Education.