BIOL1020 — Biology Concepts
BIOL 1020 - Biology Concepts BIOL 1020 - Biology Concepts Hours/Week: Lecture 3 Lab 1 Internship hours per week N/A Course Description: This lab science course provides a basic introduction of biological concepts to non-majors and those pursuing allied health majors such as nursing and dental assisting/hygiene. This course covers the scientific study of life, the molecules and organelles that contribute to cell structure, and the vital functions cells must perform to survive. It also explores how evolution explains both the unity and diversity of life and the important interactions between organisms and their environments. Laboratory experiences emphasize the scientific process as they acquaint students with basic lab methods and techniques used to study biological concepts. MnTC Goals Goal 3: Natural Sciences Major Content Characteristics of life Organization of life Evolution Food chains and food webs Harvest of energy to sustain life Reproduction Heredity Evolution Learning
Prerequisites: ENGL0950, RDNG0940, RDNG0950, ENGL0090, ESOL0051, ESOL0052
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