BIO 115 - General Biology I

Course Description

An introduction to fundamental concepts in biology that include investigations and discussions in ecology, evolution and biodiversity. Laboratory includes field work and investigative exercises which illustrate discussion topics and real world applications. Students will be participating in novel research projects. Emphasis is placed on biological literacy. Biology 115 and 116 can be taken in either order. Group 1 lab course. Group 1 course.

Credit Hours

4

Contact Hours

6

Lecture Hours

3

Corequisites

BIO 115L

Recommended Prerequisites or Skills Competencies

ENG 111, MTH 111

General Education Outcomes supported by this course

Critical Thinking - Direct

Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:
  • Describe the fundamentals of evolution, ecology and biodiversity.
  • Explain biological principles: Evolution, Structure Function, Living Systems, and Pathways Transformation of Matter Energy.
Application:
  • Use standard laboratory equipment, modern instrumentation, and classical techniques to carry out experiments.
  • Utilize the scientific method.
  • Record data from experiments.
Integration:
  • Apply biological principles and generalizations to new problems and situations.
  • Synthesize information and ideas from several different sources.
  • Identify interactions between biology and other areas of knowledge.
  • Evaluate the results of their biological experiments.
  • Communicate the concepts and results of their biological experiments through effective writing and oral communication skills.
  • Synthesize complicated conceptual ideas by organizing, condensing, and evaluating information.
Human Dimension:
  • Collaborate to conduct laboratory experiments.
  • Describe and discuss complex biological processes with lay people and peers.
  • Use the content in this course to inform and help others and themselves.
Caring - Civic Learning:
  • Reflect on the real-world applications of biology.
Learning How to Learn:
  • Connect the knowledge in this course to real-life situations and experiences.
  • Use problem solving skills and strategies in real-life situations.
  • Utilize scientific literacy skills to perform research beyond this course.