BIO152
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Cell and Molecular Biology
Course Description
A one-term course that, with BIOLOGY 150, collectively forms the majors-level introductory biology course unit designed to meet the needs of students interested in transferring to four-year institutions and majoring in biological sciences or related fields, as well as students interested in entering programs in pharmacy, medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry, and related areas. Course focuses on the diversity and unity of living organisms from the perspective of molecular and cell biology, including scientific inquiry, biological chemistry, cell structure and physiology, energy transformations, genes and gene expression, and biotechnology. Students develop critical thinking skills in the analysis of scientific information. Laboratory experiments enhance student understanding of course topics. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week.
Course Pre-requisite(s)
course eligible; course or course or course or course with a grade of C or better OR a Biology 131 waiver; course or course with a grade of C or better (course recommended for biology majors). Biology 131 waiver information can be accessed through a link in the "Additional Information" section of Biology 131 course listings in the Self-Service Schedule.
4
Total Instructor Contact Hours
92
Total Student Contact Hours
92
Weekly Instructor Contact Hours
6
Weekly Student Contact Hours
6
Academic Level
Undergraduate
General Education Category
Natural Sciences
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) Category
Category 6: Natural Sciences - Applied Degrees, Category 6: Natural Sciences - Transfer Degrees - Lecture and Lab
Eligible for Credit for Prior College Level Learning (CPCLL)
No