BIOL 110 - Foundations of Cell Biology

3 Credits
This course provides a foundation in fundamental biological and cellular concepts common to plants, animals, and microorganisms. Topics include the chemical and molecular basis of life, metabolism, cellular reproduction, principles of inheritance, and evolution.

Grade Note(s): All BIOL prefixed courses required for the BS Biological Sciences degree program require a C or better grade for successful completion.
All BIOL prefixed courses taken as requirements in the Nursing programs require a C or better grade for successful completion.
Corequisite(s): BIOL 110L
Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of scientific classification and the science of taxonomy.
2. Express understanding of foundational chemistry principles including basic atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, and the pH scale.
3. Describe the structure of the macromolecules and their relationship to the living organism.
4. Analyze cell membrane structure, function, and the various forms of membrane transport
5. Discuss the importance of thermodynamics and the role of ATP in biological systems.
6. Compare aerobic and anaerobic pathways in cellular respiration.
7. Explain the process of photosynthesis.
8. Analyze the various types of communication between cells.
9. Distinguish between mitosis and meiosis and state the importance of each to the life cycle of an organism.
10. Describe the process of transcription and translation.
11. Examine the concepts of Mendelian genetics, including the principles of dominance, segregation, and independent assortment.
12. Predict genetic changes that affect cell cycle control and may result in cancer.
13. Analyze practical applications of DNA technology.
14. Write and present a position paper that analyzes an issue in current biological sciences.