BI 101 - Introduction to Biology I

MTH 60  or higher-level math course, or designated placement

Corequisite(s):  

BI 101L  

Course Description: Provides an overview of important principles, concepts and topics in biology. Designed for non-majors or those interested in learning more about biology. Science majors and pre-allied health professionals should take the 200-level biology series. Topics covered include atoms and molecules, basic chemistry, cell structure and function, cell respiration, cell division, photosynthesis, DNA structure, protein synthesis, and basic genetics.

Course Learning Outcomes:

• CLO#1: List and describe the steps of the scientific method. Utilize the scientific method to solve biological problems.
• CLO#2: Describe, identify structures, and apply knowledge of cells and organelles; differentiate between plant and animal cells.
• CLO#3: Describe, identify, and apply knowledge of general chemistry including atomic structure, chemical bonds, and characteristics of the four biological molecules.
• CLO#4: Describe and apply knowledge of enzymes and their role in biological systems.
• CLO#5: Describe and apply knowledge of the processes of cellular respiration and photosynthesis and identify the cellular structures involved in either. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy and Reasoning)
• CLO#6: Describe and apply knowledge of DNA and the processes of DNA replication and protein synthesis, identify the cellular structures and enzymes involved.
• CLO#7: Describe, identify, and apply knowledge of the stages involved in mitosis and meiosis.
• CLO#8: Describe and apply knowledge of the principles of heredity, solving genetics problems, and interpreting pedigrees.