BIO161 — General Biology I
This course introduces general biological principles of life processes common to all organisms. Topics covered include the nature of life, unifying themes underlying biology, chemical basis of life, cell structure and function, energetics, cell reproduction, concepts of genetics and inheritance patterns, molecular genetics, and biotechnology. This course is the first semester of a two semester sequence intended for biology majors and students seeking careers in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or veterinary medicine.NOTE: Knowledge of chemistry is helpful.
Prerequisites: MTH-108
Part of
- Associate in Engineering Science (Plan 12AB- Engineering and Computer Science)
- Psychology A.A. (Plan 13AB-PSY)
- Chemistry A.S. (Plan 11AB-CHM)
- Physics A.S. (Plan 11AB-PHY)
- Biological Sciences A.S. (Plan 11AB-BIO)
- Kinesiology - Exercise Science Focus A.S. (Plan 11AB-KIN)
- Pre-Physical Therapy A.S. (Plan 11AB-PPT)
- Pre-Dentistry A.A. (Plan 13AB-DNT)
- Pre-Medicine A.A. (Plan 13AB-MED)
- Pre-Occupational Therapy A.A. (Plan 13AB-OCT)
- Pre-Pharmacy A.A. (Plan 13AB-PHR)
- Pre-Veterinary Medicine A.A. (Plan 13AB-VET)
- Dental Hygiene A.A.S. (Plan 21DH)
- Medical Imaging A.A.S. (Plan 21MI)
- Nursing A.A.S. (Plan 21NC)
- Health and Wellness Promotion A.A.S. (Plan 21WA)