This course is a study of the scientific method, basic biochemistry, cell structure and function, cell physiology, cell reproduction and development, Mendelian genetics, population genetics, natural selection, evolution, and ecology. Laboratory exercises supplement lectures. 3.0-3.0-4.0

BSC 150. Biological Science. 3(3,0). The first part of a two semester course for non-science majors who require a laboratory science. The primary purpose of the course is to enhance the scientific literacy of students. A detailed study of the fundamental principles of biology such as basic cell biology and chemistry, energy production and use, cellular reproduction, photosynthesis, plant reproduction, and ecology.

BSC 151. Biological Science Laboratory. 1(1,0). A one semester laboratory course to accompany Biological Science 120. The student will engage in a series of hands-on experience in microscopy, cell structure and function, genetics, interrelationship of organisms and survey of the plant kingdom. Prerequisite: completion or concurrent enrollment in BSC 150. (F,S)