BIOL 101 - Biological Concepts and Applications

4 credits.
This course introduces students to the nature, methods, and applications of biology. Conceptual topics include methods of biological investigation, molecular and cellular features of living things, mechanisms for the evolution and continuity of life, and ecological interactions among individuals, populations and their environment. Issues of contemporary and historical importance will be used to illustrate conceptual topics and demonstrate biology’s relevance to the quality of human life and history and future of human civilizations. Not open to Biology or Liberal Studies majors. 3 lecture periods. One 2-hour lab periods.

Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.

*Fulfills General Education Goal 6.