BIO 101 - Introduction to Biology

Institution:

StraighterLine

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Description:

Upon successful completion of the course, a student will understand the fundamentals of biology. Students will learn fundamental biological skills, such as classifying living organisms and assessing their effect of the biosphere; describing the chemical composition of cells and analyzing the various cellular-level processes; stating the different types of cells and distinguishing between mitosis and meiosis; comparing and contrasting the Mendelian and chromosomal patterns of inheritance; enumerating the various applications of genomics and biotechnology; tracing the evolution of plants; and more. Major topics covered in the course are cell structure and function, bioenergetics, DNA structure and function, cell reproduction, taxonomy, evolution, ecology, and an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the major organ systems such as digestive and excretory systems, sensory and nervous systems, respiratory systems and more.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Web Based

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Institution Website:

www.straighterline.com

Phone Number:

877.787.8375

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