An introduction to molecular and cellular biology primarily for those who intend to continue in biology, but open to interested non-science majors as well.
Topics covered include biochemistry, microbiology, cytology, genetics, and immunology.
Those students majoring in biology are strongly encouraged to enroll in Chemistry 101 concurrently. Topics include chromosome structure and abnormalities, mitosis, Mendelian genetics, genetic recombination and mapping, extranuclear genetic systems, control of gene expression, human genetics, and population genetics. Laboratory work will deal with the above topics as they pertain to plant, animal, and fungal material. A comparison of the development, evolution, and function of major anatomical features of vertebrates from fish to mammals, using preserved sharks, amphibians, and cats. Students should supply their own tools.