BIOL-102

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Cells, Molecules, and Mechanisms

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Course Description

This course is intended for life science students. Life operates at the level of the cell. In this course, students will examine the cellular and molecular mechanisms common to all life. Topics will include the structure and functions of cells in the context of the inheritance, regulation, and evolution of genes and genomes. Students will also consider the connections between molecular and cellular mechanisms and organismal functions, such as acquiring energy, coordinating cell activities, and maintaining homeostasis. Biology prerequisites: 101 and 101L (or Biology 112/112L or declared major in Chemistry). Chemistry prerequisites: 125 and 135 (or 140/140L). Lab corequisite: Biology 102L. Distribution area: Science.

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Academic Credit, Academic Evaluate Course, DIST-SCIENCE