BI 222Z - Principles of Biology - Organisms

BI 221Z  (formerly offered as BI 211 / BI 211L), and

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

Recommended Prerequisite(s): CHEM 104 , CHEM 104L  

Course Description: Explores fundamental biological concepts and theories about the structure and function of diverse organisms (including plants and animals), evolution and development, transformation of energy and matter, and body systems at a multicellular organismal level. Intended for science majors. 

Course Learning Outcomes:

• CLO#1: Apply the iterative process of science to generate and answer biological questions by analyzing data and drawing conclusions that are based on empirical evidence and current scientific understanding. 
• CLO#2: Use evidence to develop informed opinions on contemporary biological issues and explain the implications of those issues on society. 
• CLO#3: Explain how morphology relates to physiology across diverse organisms. 
• CLO#4: Describe how biological systems detect and respond to different internal/external environmental conditions through feedback.
• CLO#5: Compare and contrast strategies for achieving homeostasis. 
• CLO#6: Explain how developmental and environmental processes influence the evolution of structures, functions, and life cycles across diverse organisms. (ILO: Communication)