WNC Catalog 2007-2008: Biology 100 Course Description and Outline |
BIOL 100: General Biology For Non-Science Majors
| Credits |
3 |
| Schedule of Classes |
Fall 2008 Summer 2008 Spring 2008 Schedule History (See when this course was offered over the last 3 years) |
| Academic Discipline |
Biology
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| Academic Division |
Science, Mathematics & Engineering |
| Prerequisites |
MATH 120 or MATH 126 or higher or consent of instructor |
| Transfer Information |
Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor. |
| Programs of Study |
This course can be found in the following programs of study:
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2007-2008 | I : Catalog Course Description |
| Covers fundamental concepts and theories of life science. Major topics include cellular/molecular biology, anatomy, physiology, genetics, evolutions and ecology. Includes four laboratory experiences. |
| II : Course Objectives |
- Gained factual knowledge (terminology, classifications, methods, trends) about General Biology for Non-Science Majors.
- Learned fundamental principles, generalizations, or theories of General Biology for Non-Science Majors.
- Learned to apply course material (to improve thinking, problem-solving, and decisions) in General Biology for Non-Science Majors.
- Developed specific skills, competencies and points of view needed by professionals in the field most closely related to General Biology for Non-Science Majors.
- Acquired an interest in learning more by asking questions and seeking answers about General Biology for Non-Science Majors.
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| III : Course Linkage |
| Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome. |
General Education Mission: BIOL 100 is a general education class that promotes the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will benefit students in their personal and professional endeavors.
General Education Student Learning Outcome: Students who successfully complete BIOL 100 satisfy the general education learning outcome of understanding the methods of science and the role of science and technology in the modern world, have problem solving, creative, and critical thinking skills, have effective and efficient learning skills, including the location and evaluation of information. |
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