Course: ICCC Introductory Biology w/Lab (BIO 105)
Description:
An introduction to the science of biology. This course is designed for students who are not majoring in biology or health related fields. Topics include scientific method, diversity of life, genetics, ecology, and evolution. Students will learn to plan, conduct, analyze, and interpret simple experiments in biology. This course will help students refine their critical thinking skills as they evaluate various topics and concepts while searching for underlying connections between the concepts, which is a skill that should be beneficial in any/all types of careers. This course will also help students gain scientific literacy which will be of vital significance when making important life decisions. This course satisfies a general education requirement in the Math/Science area.Â
Three hours lecture and two hours lab. NOTE: Students will receive 4 credit hours at Iowa Central Community College.
Grade Level: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Must meet ICCC guidelines