4.00 Credits
Introductory biology for non-majors for the AGS format only. Students enrolled in the Traditional format should take BIOL 1120 Introduction to Biology. This course is not appropriate for students who wish to pursue a career in the health or natural sciences. This course does not count toward major requirements in Biology. This course was designed to introduce students to the wonder of Biology the study of life. Topics include scientific investigation interpretation and communication; macromolecules genes and genomes how cells and organisms store and use energy body systems nutrient flow in ecosystems food webs. A special emphasis is placed on how we interact with the world around us. Three hours of lecture two hours of laboratory per week.