Mar 28, 2024  
2019-2020 NOVA Catalog 
    
2019-2020 NOVA Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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BIO 101 - General Biology I (4 CR.)


Prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111 .  Competency in Math Essentials Units MTT 1 -MTT 3  as demonstrated through placement and diagnostic tests, or by completion through unit 3 in an MTT course. Competency in Math Essentials Units MTT 1 -5 or equivalent is desirable. Focuses on foundations in cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage, and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part I of a two-course sequence. Lecture 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.



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