BIO 1620 General Biology: Evolution, Ecology & Biodiversity

For students intending to major in biology, this course is an introduction to general principles of biology for students preparing for careers in life science. Course emphasis is on evolution as a unifying principle in biology, natural selection, macroevolution, evolutionary history of life on earth, exploration of the tree of life, comparative form & function, and interactions among organisms within populations, communities, and ecosystems.

UCC Area H (Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Natural Sciences) Course Objectives: Explore and engage in processes, techniques, and strategies that foster curiosity, promote inquiry, and yield well-reasoned conclusions and solutions concerning humans and the world they live in.

Prerequisite(s): All Basic skills met; Must be enrolled in one of the following Fields of Study (Major, Minor or Concentration): Biology (BIO), Biotechnology (BIOT), Computer Science (CS), Environmental Science (ENV), Environmental Sustainability (EVSN), Integrated Math & Science (IMS), Mathematics (MATH), Post-Baccalaurate Pre-Prof Prg (PBPP)

Credits: 4.0