SCI 1040 - Biology and Contemporary Issues

Institution:

Sullivan County Community College

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Description:

Modern developments in the field of life science have initiated controversy regarding topics in biology. Students in this course examine a number of issues of interest to the general public, the medical field, and the political arena. Topics are studied from an historical perspective, a biological perspective, and a modern societal perspective. Topics include genetic engineering, genetically modified foods, cloning, in vitro fertilization, stem cell use, and diseases such as Lyme, SARS, and Avian Flu. Laboratories include the examination of the scientific method, laboratory procedures, and experimental design.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.sunysullivan.edu/

Phone Number:

(845) 434-5750

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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