BI 112 - Biology for Health Professions

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

Recommended Prerequisite(s):  

CHEM 104Z  / CHEM 124Z  (formerly offered as CHEM 104 / CHEM 104L)

Course Description: This course is an introduction to the science of cell biology for students intending to take Anatomy and Physiology (BI 231Z , BI 232Z , BI 233Z ) and Microbiology (BI 234 ). It presents an introduction to the study of cellular chemistry, cell structure and function (including membrane transport, cell communication, cellular respiration, and cell division), as well as principles of inheritance. This course number includes both lecture and lab.

Course Learning Outcomes:

• CLO#1: Integrate knowledge of cell structure, function, and molecular processes to explain how living systems maintain homeostasis.
• CLO#2: Explain the characteristics of living organisms and the chemical principles that underlie biological systems, including atomic structure, bonding, reactions, water properties, pH, and major classes of organic compounds.
• CLO#3: Compare and contrast prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, identifying major cellular structures and their functions.
• CLO#4: Analyze cell membrane structure and transport mechanisms, including energy requirements and cellular communication pathways.
• CLO#5: Explain enzyme structure and function and evaluate their roles in cellular metabolism and energy production through processes such as aerobic respiration and fermentation.
• CLO#6: Differentiate between mitosis and meiosis and predict the outcomes of each in terms of chromosome number and genetic variation.
• CLO#7: Apply principles of heredity to solve genetics problems and interpret inheritance patterns. (ILO: Information Literacy)
• CLO#8: Describe the processes of DNA replication, transcription, translation, and gene expression, identifying key enzymes and cellular components involved.
• CLO#9: Demonstrate proficiency in basic laboratory techniques used to investigate topics such as cell structure, metabolism, genetics, and molecular biology.