BIOS 1111 - Biology I

5.0 Credits

This general biology course is taught in a three-course sequence: BIOS 1111, BIOS 1121, BIOS 1130. All three courses must be successfully completed to transfer as a two semester general biology course. In the first course in the sequence, students study the cellular, molecular, and genetic bases for life process. This course includes both lecture and lab components

Prerequisites: (1) College-level reading, writing, and math proficiency

Lecture Hours: 4.0
Lab Hours: 3.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives
1. Explain how the structure and interactions of molecules control cell processes.

2. Identify and explain the function of major cell structures.

3. Explain cellular metabolic processes including: transcription, translation, cell division, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, and DNA replication.

4. Explain the contemporary applications of biotechnology.

5. Describe how genetic information is passed between generations.

6. Practice using the scientific method.

7. Demonstrate efficient and effective use of the light microscope.

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