BI 102 - Introduction to Biology II

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

Recommended Prerequisite(s):  

BI 101  or BI 221Z  (formerly offered as BI211 / BI 211L) 

Course Description: Provides an overview of basic animal anatomy and physiology with a special interest to humans. 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 and systems covered include homeostasis, hormones, digestive system, circulation, lymphatic system, circulatory system, immunity, nervous system, urinary system, and reproduction. This course number includes both lecture and lab.

Course Learning Outcomes:

• CLO#1: Explain how classification systems represent evolutionary relationships among animals and humans.
• CLO#2: Identify and describe defining characteristics of major animal phyla and their evolutionary relationships.
• CLO#3: Explain how selected body systems maintain homeostasis in animals and humans.
• CLO#4: Describe major anatomical structures of selected body systems and explain how structure supports function in animals and humans.
• CLO#5: Explain how biological organization underlies body system function in animals and humans.
• CLO#6: Explain how body systems interact to maintain overall organismal function and homeostasis.
• CLO#7: Apply knowledge of body system function to interpret examples from clinical, public health, or environmental contexts. (ILO: Information Literacy)
• CLO#8: Identify major tissues and anatomical structures of selected body systems using laboratory observations and techniques.