BIOL 1000 - Introduction to Life Science

3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Fall. Also offered evenings.

The course focuses on the scientific study of living organisms, including plants, animals and microorganisms. Content will include understanding the function of cells, basic mechanisms of genetics and evolution, the chemicals required to support life and major classes of biological molecules. Lecture and laboratory work will also address experimental design, hypothesis development and how theories and established scientific laws are formed through scientific rigor. Lecture and Lab, 3 credits. SMT, LAB