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Introductory Biology
BIOL190 FA

Crosslistings: MB&B190

BIOL190 is a course for first-year students which focuses on themes of human concern and practical relevance. The theme of the course this year will be cell biology and genetics. It is designed specifically as an alternative to BIOL205 for students who can benefit from additional preparation before enrolling in the relatively demanding Core Introductory Series (BIOl205, 206, 207 and associated laboratories BIOL215, 216 and 217). 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 which emphasizes current concepts in cell and molecular biology. (FYI course)

MAJOR READINGS

Starr, C. BASIC CONCEPTS IN BIOLOGY, 4th ed.
Prlica, K. DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD: THE PROMISES AND RISKS OF THE GENETIC REVOLUTION

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Four one-hour exams and short writing assignments.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Prospective majors taking Biol190 are advised to also enroll in Introductory Chemistry (Chem 141 and 142) during their first year.

Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form to the Registrar's Office.

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.   
Instructor's Course Page
Times: .M.W.F. 10:00AM-10:50AM;     Location: SCIE137
Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: 45)
SR. major: X   Jr. major: X
SR. non-major: X   Jr. non-major: X   SO: X   FR: 45

Special Attributes:
FYI:    First Year Initiative:Special Initiative

Last Updated on MAR-24-2000


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