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Concepts in Biology

Course Information

Subject

BIO

Course Number

141

Status

Active

Course Title

Concepts in Biology

Course Description

This course emphasizes scientific inquiry through selected concepts of biology, such as organization, function, heredity, evolution and ecology. Biological issues with personal and social implications will be introduced to enable students to make informed decisions. A laboratory component will reinforce concepts introduced in the lecture portion of class. NOTE: This course is recommended for non-science majors needing a one-semester lab science course and is not intended for students wishing to enter an allied health or pre-professional field.

Minimum Credit Hours

4

Maximum Credit Hours

4

Total Completions Allowed for Credit

1

Lecture - Lab Hours

(3-2)

Requirements

Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness OR concurrent enrollment in ENG 109 or ELI 109 or ELI 110 or ENG 100-AND-

Basic Algebra Readiness

Course fee

IAI Code

L1900L

PCS Code

1.1

Department(s)