BIO 182 S - Introductory Cell Biology

Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 4
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4

This course serves as one of a two semester set of introductory courses for well-prepared science majors. We discuss the nature of science, the structure and function of macromolecules, the processes involved in molecular genetics and the fundamental structures of cells. The role of energy transformations in cellular metabolism is also discussed. Coursework focuses both on general education and preparing students for upper-level science courses. Lectures and labs apply fundamental principles to current issues in biology. Students may take this course as their first college biology course. It is recommended that students have Level 2 math placement. Cross-listed NO

Offered Spring

Course Fee: Yes
Prerequisite(s): Students cannot receive credit for both BIO 182 and BIO 152, or BIO 182 and BIO 155.