BIOL 171 - General Biology I KCC AA/DB and KCC AS/NS

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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3 hours lecture per week Recommended Preparation: BIOC 241, CHEM 100, CHEM 151 or CHEM 161. BIOL 171 provides the beginning student with a background in the fundamentals of the Biological Sciences. It is suitable for students preparing for careers in medical technology, nursing, the life sciences, and medicine. Upon successful completion of BIOL 171, the student should be able to: Define the basic principles held in common among the diversity of Biological Sciences. Describe the fundamentals of the genetics of natural selection; its history, its influence on modern biological thinking and research, and competing explanations of evolution. Apply knowledge of inorganic and biological chemistry principles to cell biology, metabolism, and the origin of life. Describe cell structure and cell metabolism. Describe the distinguishing characteristics of microorganisms: prokaryotes, viruses, protists, and fungi. Demonstrate knowledge of the metric system and scientific notation.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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