A survey of principles and concepts in biological sciences. Lecture topics include the scientific method, evolution, the cell theory, genetics and applications of biotechnology, and the human body. Laboratory exercises emphasize the scientific method and the development of proficiency in the use of lab equipment and guide students in investigations of cell biology, genetics, and anatomy and physiology. The ethical issues emerging from advances in sciences will be emphasized throughout the course using relevant case studies and current news articles.
Recent sections
Fall 2026 · 6 sections
Sep 8 – Dec 18
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Location
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01Class #3183-BIO-135-01
Days & timeWednesday 9:00 AM - 10:50 AM Main Hall 113 (Lecture)Monday 9:00 AM - 10:50 AM 9:00 AM - 10:50 AM South Hall 139 (Laboratory)
LocationMain Hall 113South Hall 139
InstructorKanwal, V
60Class #3184-BIO-135-60
Days & time
Thursday 6:00 PM - 7:50 PM Main Hall 106 (Lecture)Tuesday 6:00 PM - 7:50 PM 6:00 PM - 7:50 PM South Hall 105 (Laboratory)
LocationMain Hall 106South Hall 105
InstructorSamaranayake, S
INClass #3185-BIO-135-IN
Days & timeMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (Internet)
LocationNot published
InstructorKanwal, V
IN notes: Online Course: Students must access CANVAS for this course
IN1Class #3186-BIO-135-IN1
Days & timeMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (Internet)
LocationNot published
InstructorKanwal, V
IN1 notes: Online Course: Students must access CANVAS for this course
IN2Class #3187-BIO-135-IN2
Days & timeMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (Internet)
LocationNot published
InstructorKanwal, V
IN2 notes: Online Course: Students must access CANVAS for this course
IN3Class #3188-BIO-135-IN3
Days & timeMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (Internet)
LocationNot published
InstructorAnsonoff, M
IN3 notes: Online Course: Students need access to CANVAS for this course