BIO 103 - Modern Biology I

Institution:

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice

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Description:

7 ? HOURS; 3 HOURS LECTURE, 1 ? HOURS RECITATION, 3 HOURS LABORATORY; 5 CREDITS Modern Biology I is the fi rst half of an in-depth exploration of the basic properties of living systems on the molecular and cellular levels. Students will be introduced to cell structure, metabolism and respiration, photosynthesis, and genetics. Representative organisms from the prokaryotic and eukaryotic kingdoms are studied in detail. Th e laboratory portion of the course is designed to reinforce the concepts taught in the lecture and to teach basic laboratory skills. Th is course is designed for students with a science background and for forensic science majors. Prerequisites: An SAT Verbal score of 520 or higher or completion of the New York State Biology Regents with a score of at least 80%. Students who did not take the Biology Regents will need departmental permission

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.jjay.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(212) 237-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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