BIOL170 - Introductory Biology

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Academic Year 2004/2005

Introductory Biology
BIOL 170 FA

Crosslistings:
MB&B 170

This course for first-year students focuses on themes of human concern and practical relevance. The theme of the course is cell biology and genetics. It is designed specifically as an alternative to BIOL181 for students who can benefit from additional preparation before enrolling in the relatively demanding core introductory series (BIOL/MB&B 181 and 182 and corresponding laboratories 191 and 192). The course has no required laboratory. The course is especially suitable for prospective majors who intend to enroll in the core series in their sophomore year, as well as for general students seeking a solid introductory course that emphasizes current concepts in cell and molecular biology.

MAJOR READINGS

Textbook to be announced, and Web readings.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Four one-hour exams and short writing assignments.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Prospective majors taking Biol170 are advised to also enroll in Introductory Chemistry (Chem 141 and 142) during their first year.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM BIOL Grading Mode: Graded

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Appel,Laurel F.

Times: .M.W.F. 10:00AM-10:50AM; Location: SHAN201;

Reserved Seats: (Total Limit: 35)

SR. major: 0 Jr. major: 0

SR. non-major: 0 Jr. non-major: 0 SO: 0 FR: 35

Special Attributes:

Curricular Renewal: Quantitative Reasoning, Focused Inquiry Course

Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-21-2005