BIOSC 0150 Foundations of Biology 1

This introductory course in biology is divided into two parts.  The first part covers the cellular basis of life including a discussion of simple chemistry; cells as units of structure and function; and energy transformations.  The second part includes an examination of those functions common to all organisms such as nutrition, gas and fluid transport, and hormonal and neuronal control.  Throughout, the emphasis is on the mechanisms used to accomplish these basic functions.

Number of Credits

3

Term

Fall
Spring
Summer

Major

Area of Interest

General Education Requirements

Subject

BIOSC

Number

0150

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