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Principles Of Biology –
bio101ca
(3 credits)
This course is designed to introduce biology at an entry level by examining the hierarchy that ranges from the fundamentals of cell biology to the physiology of organisms, and the interactions among those organisms in their environment. The topics in this course include cell biology, genetics, molecular biology, evolution, physiology, and ecology.
This undergraduate-level course is 5
weeks.
To enroll, speak with an Enrollment Advisor.
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Cell Biology
- Apply the scientific method to the creation of hypotheses and experiments.
- Recognize the fundamental concepts of chemistry in biology.
- Describe the energy metabolism of cells.
- Compare structures and functions of different cell types.
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Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Recognize the structure and function of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) as the molecule of inheritance.
- Describe the foundations of genetics.
- Explain meiosis as it relates to genetics.
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Evolution and Diversity
- Identify the mechanisms of evolution.
- Describe the role of natural selection in the theory of evolution.
- Recognize the importance of biodiversity.
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Physiology
- Identify the structure and function of the main organs in organisms.
- Explain how organisms have evolved physiologically to become most suited for their environment.
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Ecology
- Describe ecology in terms of population growth and regulation through community interactions.
- Evaluate the effects of human activities on ecosystems and the biosphere.
- Illustrate the flow of energy and materials in an ecosystem.
- The University of Phoenix reserves the right to modify courses.
- While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Advisor.
- Transferability of credit is at the discretion of the receiving institution. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm whether or not credits earned at University of Phoenix will be accepted by another institution of the student’s choice.
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