BIOL 103X - Spring Biology and Society(odd years)

Institution:

Ilisagvik College

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Description:

Fundamental principles of biology; emphasis on their application to humans in the modern world. Lectures, laboratory demonstrations, experiments, and discussions of contemporary biological topics. May be used as a general education requirement. ( Lab fee - $35) BIOL 104X 1 credit each module Fall - Modules A and B Spring - Modules C and D Natural History of Alaska (n) An introduction to the biological environment in the Arctic. Completion of Modules A, B, C, and D will meet the general education requirement for a 4 credit natural science course with laboratory. (Lab fee - $10/module) Module A - 1 credit. The physical environment of the Arctic and its impacts on the biological setting. Module B - 1 credit. Introduction to arctic ecosystems and community relations; biochemical cycles; arctic vegetation. (Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 104 - Module A, completion of a college biology course or permission of the instructor.) Natural History of Alaska (n) continued Module C - 1 credit. An introduction to arctic animals and their adaptations, focusing on representative animals from various communities. (Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 104 - Module A and B, completion of a college biology course or permission of the instructor.) Module D - 1 credit. Human impact on the Arctic including historical impact, land use issues and wildlife management decision-making. (Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 104 - Module A, B, and C, completion of a college biology course or permission of the instructor.)

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ilisagvik.edu

Phone Number:

(907) 852-3333

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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