Introductory Biology Courses

BIO 101 Lecture and Lab

BIO 102 Lecture and Lab

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BIO 101 – LECTURE   

Introduction to Biology

 

Tentative schedule of topics:

  • The Science of Life  

  • Scientific Method

  • Basics of inorganic chemistry 

  • Organic compounds and  macromolecules

  • The Structure and Function of Cells

  • Biological Membranes

  • Cellular Metabolism 

  • Obtaining Energy from Food:
    Respiration & Fermentation

  • Photosynthesis

  • Cellular Reproduction

  • Transmission Genetics – Inheritance of Traits

  • Molecular Genetics: DNA is the Genetic Material

  • Evolution

  • Ecology

 

BIOL 101 – LAB   

Introduction to Biology

 

Tentative schedule of topics:

  • Microscope

  • Ecology

  • Diversity in Monera, Protista, Fungi, and Plants

  • Diversity in Animals

  • Chemical Aspects of Life

  • Cells, Tissues, and Organs

  • Diffusion and Osmosis

  • Respiration

  • Photosynthesis

  • Mitosis and Asexual Reproduction

  • Development

  • Evolution and Paleontology

 

BIO 102 – LECTURE   

Human Biology

 

Tentative schedule of topics:

  • Terminology

  • Cell Chemistry

  • Tissues and Skin

  • Skeletal System

  • Muscular System

  • Nervous System

  • Endocrine System

  • Lymphatic System

  • Circulatory System

  • Immune System

  • Respiratory System

  • Digestive System

  • Urinary System

  • Reproductive System

 

BIOL 102 – LAB   

Human Biology

 

Tentative schedule of topics:

  • Body terminology

  • Microscope and Cell Anatomy

  • Integumentary System and Tissues

  • Skeletal System

  • Muscular System

  • Nervous System

  • The Senses

  • Blood

  • Heart and General Circulation

  • Respiratory System

  • Digestive System

  • Reproductive Systems  

 

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