An introduction to biology including the chemistry of life, cell structure and functions, bioenergetics, genetics, basic statistics, biotechnology, and evolution. The laboratory exercises supplement the class work. An introduction to the structure, function, regulation and transmission of hereditary materials in viruses, prokaryotes and eukaryotes.
Laboratory includes exercises in both classical and molecular genetics.
An introduction to the biology of prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms and viruses with emphasis on bacteria and viruses. Includes the morphology, biochemistry, taxonomy, immunology, and ecology of microorganisms. Laboratory exercises supplement classroom work. Laboratory exercises supplement classroom work. An examination of the relationship of organisms with their abiotic and biotic environments.