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Apr 23, 2024
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2021-2022 Catalog Archived
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BIO 105 - Principles of Biology Class: 3 Lab: 3 Credits: 4 This course is an introductory biology course, unifying biology concepts and principles at all levels.
Prerequisite(s): Take ENG 100 , RDG 100 , MAT 032 and (BIO 100 or High School Biology); all with a minimum grade of “C”. Course Topics:
- Characteristics and organization of life
- Chemical properties of life
- Cell structure and composition
- Cellular respiration and photosynthesis
- DNA replication and cell division
- Sexual reproduction and meiosis
- Genetics and patterns of inheritance
- Evolution and diversity of life
- Ecology
Textbooks: Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site Required Materials: Any additional materials may be provided by the Instructor Grading System: An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 0-59 Student Learning Outcomes:
- Identify the characteristics of a living organism.
- Identify and describe the chemical building blocks of living organisms.
- Describe cellular structure and the role of cell components.
- Describe energy production in various cell types.
- Describe processes essential in cell division and sexual reproduction.
- Solve problems and identify patterns of inheritance using Mendelian genetics.
- Identify the driving forces behind evolution.
- Perform laboratory assignments, including collecting data and formulating conclusions based on experimental results.
For SCC Online Courses: If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Policies that include:
- Required materials for all online courses
- Mandatory Attendance Requirement
- Proctored Exams
Standard SCC Course Policies: Please review the Standard SCC Course Polices on the following topics:
- Academic Integrity
- Academic Misconduct
- Add/Drop period
- Appeals Process
- Class Attendance
- Classroom Behavior (traditional and online)
- Classroom Conduct/Expectations
- Lab Procedures (general SCC policy regarding this)
- Online Confidentiality
- Services For Students with Disabilities
- Withdrawal Policy
Official Course Syllabus 2021-2022
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