A study of basic biological principles common to plants and animals. The course is intended for non-majors who desire a lab science requirement. Topics of study include chemistry and life, the cell, molecular biology, membrane transport, heredity, genetic recombination, evolution, digestion, ecology, and taxonomy.
Related investigations take place in a two-hour lab period each week.
There will be no required dissections in the laboratory. An analysis of the structure and function of all major human systems. Labs will be primarily devoted to hands-on experience with cat and organ dissection, but will also include experimental procedures in cell transport, cardiovascular function, and spirometry. Human autopsy slides, models and skeletons will be utilized. Emphasis will be given to medical microbiology in the area of immunology and virology.