Welcome to BIOL 1414!
This course provides an in-depth study of fundamental biological principles and concepts, including metabolism, homeostasis, heredity, and evolution at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels. Foundation for advanced courses in biological sciences.
Course Learning Objectives (CLOs)
1. Test predictions from scientific hypotheses using basic biological laboratory techniques.
2. Distinguish living organisms based on the characteristics of life.
3. Describe the chemical components of life.
4. Relate cell structure to function.
5. Associate metabolic processes as they relate to cell function.
6. Apply the basic principles of molecular and Mendelian genetics.
7. Relate mechanisms of genetic inheritance to evolution.
This Pressbook is adapted from the following:
Biology 2E by Mary Ann Clark, Texas Wesleyan University; Matthew Douglas, Grand Rapids Community College; Jung Choi, Georgia Institute of Technology. Licensed CC BY.
Lab Manual for Biology Part I by: Brandy Rogers; Connie Rye; Jacqueline Belwood; Jason Christian; Jeremy Seto; John Eggebrecht; Julianne Zedalis; Jung Choi; Robert Wise; Vladimir Jurukovski; and Yael Avissar. Licensed CC BY NC SA. Except where otherwise noted.
