BIOL 1400EXPLORING CONCEPTS IN BIOLOGY

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A lower-division UCA Core course. This course introduces students to concepts that are central to the scientific study of life and essential for biological literacy. This course addresses the process of science, as well as a broad range of biological topics, including evolution, genetics, and the structure and function of cells, organisms, communities, and ecosystems. This course equips students who have diverse interests and goals with knowledge and skills for making decisions about health and consumer issues; critically evaluating biological news; and appreciating connections with other species. Lecture and laboratory. Traditional, Hybrid, and Online formats. This course cannot be used to fulfill Biology major requirements or to satisfy additional science requirements for a B.S. degree. [ACTS: BIOL1004]