Introduction to Biology
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Introduction to Biology is an introductory course in the biological sciences. Topics included are biological macromolecules, cell biology and metabolism, DNA structure and genetics, plant biology, evolution, an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the major organ systems, ecology, and behavior.
Course Objectives
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Describe the chemical composition of cells and analyze the metabolic processes that happen at the cellular level.
Explain the structure and function of various cell types and their intracellular organelles.
Distinguish between mitosis, meiosis, and cytokinesis.
Compare and contrast the various patterns of inheritance.
Elucidate the various applications of genomics and biotechnology.
Analyze the physical structure and reproductive strategies of plants.
Trace and evolution of invertebrates and create a cladogram showing different classes of invertebrates.
Summarize the evolution of vertebrates as well as the evolution of modern humans.
Give an overview of the circulatory, digestive, excretory, sensory, and respiratory systems and describe their major functions.
Classify living organisms and assess their effect of the biosphere.
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An approach to Biology that helps students understand themselves and their environment.
What students will learn
By the time they finish this course, students will learn or be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental principles of biology by systematically exploring the following characteristics of life:
Life is organized into hierarchical levels.
Life maintains internal stability through a process called homeostasis.
Life requires energy.
Life grows, develops, and reproduces.
Life evolves.
Life is interdependent.
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