Biology 1010K - Introductory Biology

Institution:

Georgia Highlands College

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Description:

3-3-4. Prerequisites: Satisfactory placement scores/ENGL 0099, READ 0099, MATH 0097 BIOL 1010K constitutes the required core course for a seven to eight semester-hour laboratory science sequence. Topics to be covered include the chemical basis of cells, general cell biology and genetics, respiration and photosynthesis, patterns of inheritance, natural selection and speciation and an introduction to the major kingdoms of life. The laboratory component provides hands-on experience in analysis and evaluation of biological processes. This course provides a foundation for the non-science major in the skills of inquiry, data collection, and critical thinking while introducing the student to the basic concepts of the life sciences. NOTE: This course is a prerequisite to more specific courses designed to complete a science sequence. Credit for this course is not granted for students with credit in BIOL 2107K or BIOL 2108K.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.highlands.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 332-2406

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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