Biology: Introduction Course

Biology, heredity, reproduction, genetics, life science, animal biology, plant biology, cell biology, microbiology

What you'll learn

1. Apply the scientific method to problems encountered in everyday life

2. Provide examples of the historic development of current scientific thought

3. Demonstrate basic skills of metric measuring, data collection, data interpretation, and microscope use.

4. Interpret simulations of biological systems and relate them to concrete applications

5. Describe basic concepts in the field of chemistry and biochemistry

6. Describe plant structures and functions including reproductive biology, development, and regulation of systems.

7. Identify the internal and external structures of both the prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells and define the functions of each

8. Recognize energy pathways such as photosynthesis, respiration, and overall cellular metabolism

9. Describe the basic processes of mitosis and meiosis and relate them to the life cycle of organisms.

10. Summarize the mechanisms of inheritance and the processes by which protein and DNA are synthesized

11. Describe the major principles of genetics and biotechnology

12. Understand the mechanisms of natural selection and their impact on evolution

13. Identify major ecological concepts such as communities, energy flow and nutrient cycling, and renewable and non-renewable resources

14. Describe the general properties and characteristics of the biological kingdoms

15. Survey the structure and functions of physiological systems of the animal kingdom

16. Apply the scientific method and the knowledge gained from the course to global societal concerns.

Requirements

No prior education needed. This is designed to give a foundational knowledge of biology in nature and in human subjects.

Description

This course is designed to Introduce the basic concepts of life. Includes discussion of cellular and organismal biology, genetics, evolution, ecology, and interaction among all living organisms. Addresses applications of biology in a global community.MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:Apply the scientific method to problems encountered in everyday life.Provide examples of the historic development of current scientific thought.Demonstrate basic skills of metric measuring, data collection, data interpretation, and microscope use.Interpret simulations of biological systems and relate them to concrete applications.Describe basic concepts in the field of chemistry and biochemistry.Describe plant structures and functions including reproductive biology, development, and regulation of systems.Identify the internal and external structures of both the prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells and define the functions of each.Recognize energy pathways such as photosynthesis, respiration, and overall cellular metabolism.Describe the basic processes of mitosis and meiosis and relate them to the life cycle of organisms.Summarize the mechanisms of inheritance and the processes by which protein and DNA are synthesized.Describe the major principles of genetics and biotechnology.Understand the mechanisms of natural selection and their impact on evolution.Identify major ecological concepts such as communities, energy flow and nutrient cycling, and renewable and non-renewable resources.Describe the general properties and characteristics of the biological kingdoms.Survey the structure and functions of physiological systems of the animal kingdom.Apply the scientific method and the knowledge gained from the course to global societal concerns.COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include –Scientific method Basic inorganic and organic chemistry principlesAnimal biologyCell cycle and the mechanisms of molecular geneticsPlant biologyNatural selection and evolutionBiotechnologyCell structure and functionGeneticsGeneral process of energy transformation: enzyme function,Ecologyphotosynthesis, aerobic and anaerobic respirationPhylogenyWorld issues and their effects on the field of biology

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction and Scientific Method

Lecture 2 Natural selection and evolution

Lecture 3 Cell structure and function

Lecture 4 Speciation and Extinction

Lecture 5 Aerobic and anaerobic respiration

Lecture 6 Animal and Plant Reproduction

Lecture 7 Division and Life Cycle

Lecture 8 Chemistry of Living Things

Lecture 9 Genetics

Section 2: Biology Tutorials

Lecture 10 Virus Short

Lecture 11 Vaccine Tutorial

Lecture 12 Scientific Method

Lecture 13 Virus Replication Cycle

Lecture 14 Protein Metabolism

Science students, majors, or those interested in furthering their education.