BIOL 100 Concepts of Biology
This is an introductory course for non-science majors. The course will provide an introduction to the principles and processes that apply to living systems including a broad range of current biological issues. It meets for an equivalent of 5 contact hours per week with a minimum of 2 contact hours devoted to laboratory/investigative activities.
General Education Competency
Scientific Way of Knowing
BIOL 100Concepts of Biology
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I. General Information
II. Course Specification
General Education Competency
Scientific Way of Knowing
Credit Hours Narrative
4 Credits
III. Catalog Course Description
This is an introductory course for non-science majors. The course will provide an introduction to the principles and processes that apply to living systems including a broad range of current biological issues. It meets for an equivalent of 5 contact hours per week with a minimum of 2 contact hours devoted to laboratory/investigative activities.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of structure and function
- Demonstrate an understanding of Information Flow, Exchange, and Storage
- Demonstrate an understanding of Pathways and Transformations of Energy and Matter
- Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of Biological systems
- Demonstrate competence in application of the process of science
- Demonstrate competence in the ability to communicate & collaborate using biological concepts
- Demonstrate competence in the ability to understand the interrelation between science and
- Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of evolution
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies