Honors General Biology

Catalog description

Term Hours: 54 lecture and 54 laboratory. This course is an enhanced survey of modern biological concepts for honors students. The course will include concepts from the areas of molecular, cellular, organismic, and population biology, stressing evolution as the central theme of modern biology. The study of metabolism and biodiversity is also emphasized. Written essays pertaining to current issues in biology will be paramount. The class will be conducted as a seminar and will require a significant research project that uses correct documentation skills. This course will satisfy the Biological Sciences portion of the state college and university general education requirement. Duplicate credit not granted for BIOL 101 C . No credit if taken after BIOL 174 C, BIOL 175 C, or BIOL 177. (UC Credit Limitation/CSU, AA GE, CalGETC)