Honors General Biology

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72 hours lecture and 54 hours lab per term. This Honors-enhanced course is an introductory non-majors course that will emphasize the fundamental understanding of basic biological principles, illustrate the structure and function of living organisms and their relationship to the physical world, and develop the student's ability to make effective decisions regarding contemporary issues in natural sciences. Lecture topics include the structure and function of life at the cellular and organismal level, metabolism, photosynthesis and energetics, cell division and animal development, classical and molecular genetics, developments and applications in biotechnology, evolution and adaptations of living organisms, and ecological relationships and environmental conservation. Field trips may be required outside regularly scheduled class times. (Degree Credit) (CSU) (UC; no UC credit if taken after a 200 level Biology) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC