2022-23 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2022-23 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

BIO 115SN - General Biology: Molecular and Cellular Biology

(4 credits) (NWCore option under Science and the Natural World)
An introduction to molecular and cellular biology, with an examination of the processes common to living organisms and an introduction to the diversity of life, emphasizing unicellular organisms. This introduction will provide students with a basic understanding of macromolecules, cell structure and function, respiration and photosynthesis, the cell cycle, meiosis, genetics, mechanisms of evolutionary change, and Christian perspectives on evolutionary biology.

Note: Three lectures and 3 hours of laboratory work per week. A fee is associated with this course.

Prerequisite: Combined Math + Science ACT of at least 44, sophomore standing, or permission of instructor.