Basic variations of life forms and the interrelationships of the human body to the surrounding world are the main thrusts of the course. This course does not apply toward a biology major or minor. Classical concepts of ecology and modern environmental pressures are brought together to give both a background to and a discussion of existing environmental problems. A field trip to the Denver Museum of Natural History is required outside of class. This course does not apply toward a biology major or minor.
Emphasis is on cellular and molecular biology, energy systems, genetics, evolution, and ecology.
Offered in lecture format. This is a one-semester introductory survey of the plant kingdom with an emphasis on evolutionary theory, life cycles, anatomy and morphology, and vascular plant physiology. The is the first of two courses addressing the structure and function of the human body. Topics include tissues, anatomy, the musculoskeletal system, and neurophysiology. Course content and level are designed for allied health science students and for human performance, sport and leisure studies majors.