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2023-2024 Credit Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

BIO 157 - Fundamentals of Biology

4 Credits
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

Fundamentals of Biology provides the general background required for biology and science majors and for further study in the allied health areas. This introductory life science course helps students understand biological problems. It examines ecological principles, cell structure and function, photosynthesis, metabolism, cell reproduction, genetics, reproduction and development. The course incorporates lecture and lab work, including some in the field.

Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math.

Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): L1 910L; BIO910

Prerequisite: Credit with a grade of C or higher or concurrent enrollment in MAT 095 , or credit with a grade of C or higher or concurrent enrollment in both MAT 120  and MAT 020  
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