BIOL 171: Introduction to Biology I

Subject
Credits 3 Class Hours3 lecture
Description

This course covers introductory biology with a marine emphasis for all life science majors including cell structure, chemistry, growth, reproduction, genetics, evolution, viruses, bacteria, and simple eukaryotes. It is taught with a molecular and cellular focus.

Comments

Cross-listed with MARE 171.

Corequisites

BIOL 171L and either CHEM 151 or CHEM 161

Semester Offered Fall
Designation
Diversification: Biological Sciences — DB
Course Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs)
  1. Describe and explain the chemistry of life, the cell, genetics and mechanisms of evolution.
  2. Synthesize and evaluate information about the chemistry of life, the cell, genetics and mechanisms of evolution when analyzing new information.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to think critically and employ critical thinking skills.
  4. Describe and explain the relationship between structure and function.
  5. Apply knowledge of the chemistry of life, the cell, genetics and mechanisms of evolution when analyzing new information.