BIO131
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Introduction to Biology
Course Description
A foundational course emphasizing the unifying themes of biology. Surveys key aspects of living systems, including biological chemistry, cell biology, genetics, evolution, diversity, structure and function relationships, energy transformations, plant and animal systems, human body systems, ecology, biodiversity, and conservation. Introduces the scientific method and scientific reasoning. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week.
Course Pre-requisite(s)
course eligible
4
Total Instructor Contact Hours
92
Total Student Contact Hours
92
Course Fee
27
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)
Yes
Acceptable Prior Learning Credit
Other Exam
Credit for Prior College Level Learning (CPCLL) Details
Score of 4 or higher on AP (Advanced Placement) Biology Exam
Score of 50 or higher on CLEP (College-Level Examination Program) Biology Exam
Score of 5 or 6 on IB-HL (International Baccalaureate-Higher Level) Biology Exam