BIO 21 - KITCHEN & BACKYARD BIOLOGY

Institution:

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Biology

Description:

Biology is the science of life. It affects all of us in a plethora of ways each and every day. Informed decisions about the food we eat, the medical treatments we are offered, the health and safety of our local environment, how genetic information passes from one generation to the next, and many other concerns require a fundamental understanding of biology. This course will provide non-major students with a foundation in biological concepts to enable them to evaluate the biological information related to their everyday lives. In addition, students will consider the ethical implications that come with some of the innovations in biotechnology. This course involves hands-on experiences, with an emphasis on the processes of scientific inquiry and the analysis and interpretation of biological data. The lab portion of the course will require some basic lab materials available at a local grocery store. It will also require students to venture out into their local environment in order to observe and collect data. This lecture/laboratory course is intended to be offered in an online format for the general education of non-science majors, and is not applicable to biology major programs.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.kutztown.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 683-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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