In this course, students will learn the basic principles and concepts of biological systems. Emphasis is placed on form and function, biological processes, diversity within and across taxonomic groups, and ecological interactions. Students will examine the fundamentals of biochemistry, cells, genetics, cellular energy, taxonomy, reproduction, evolution, ecology and sustainability. This course includes laboratory exercises designed to reinforce these concepts and their application to modern scientific research. BIO 101 serves as an introductory lab-based biology course for non-majors. Students requiring a full year of college biology should consider BIO 161 and BIO 162.
Level I Prereq: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6
Class offerings by semester
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  Blended classes also available |
Blended classes also available |
Blended classes also available |
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Class offerings by semester is offered as a planning tool. Please refer to the course
schedule to see the specifc time and platform for which the course is offered.
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Online Class
| Description | Hours |
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| Credits | 4 |
| Lecture Hours | 45 |
| Clinical Hours | 0 |
| Lab Hours | 45 |
| Other Hours | 0 |
| Total Hours | 90 |