3 Introduction to Biology (4) UC:CSU
This is a course in general biology designed to fulfill a laboratory science requirement for students not majoring in biology. Students must be enrolled concurrently in a lecture and a lab section. The lecture portion of the course (Biology 3A) emphasizes the basic principles in biology and the fundamental characteristics of all living organisms. Lecture topics include the scientific method, cell structure and function, levels of organization of living organisms, heredity, and the genetic control of cellular processes, evolution, and ecology. The laboratory portion of the course (Biology 3B) emphasizes the diversity of living organisms. Laboratory topics include an introduction to the microscope, study of the cell, a survey of the microorganisms, plants, and animals that comprise the kingdoms of life, and the anatomic study of the earthworm, grasshopper, and fetal pig.
NOTE: 3A and 3B must be taken concurrently. Biology 3A and 3B do not transfer separately.
NOTE: UC Transfer Credit Limit: A maximum of one course from Biology 3 or 5 will be accepted for credit. No credit will be given for Biology 3 or 5 if taken after Biology 6 or 7.
3A Introduction to Biology - Lecture (3) UC:CSU
3B Introduction to Biology - Laboratory (1) UC:CSU
6 General Biology I (5) UC:CSU
(Biology 6 & 7 equal CAN BIO I SEQ A)
Prerequisite: Chemistry 101 with a grade of "C" or better.
The principles of molecular biology, cell structure and function, genetics, evolution and organization at the tissue level in plants and animals are studied. Biology 6 and 7 satisfy requirements of lower division zoology and botany for biological science majors, pre-medical, pre-dental and pre-pharmacy majors.
NOTE: Many four-year institutions recommend the completion of both Biology 6 and 7 as a core program.
7 General Biology II (5) UC:CSU
(Biology 6 & 7 equal CAN BIO I SEQ A)
(Biology 7 may be taken before Biology 6)
This course covers the principles of organ and organ system physiology in plants and animals, ecology and the course of evolution. A survey of the various plant and animal groups is included.
NOTE: Many four-year institutions recommend the completion of both Biology 6 and 7 as a core program.
10 Natural History (3) UC:CSU
A natural history course with emphasis on animals. Topics include climate, physical environment, and how plant/animal distributions and abundance are determined. Aspects of anatomy, physiology, ecology, behavior, evolution and systems are used to explain life history strategies.
185 Directed Study - Biology (1) CSU
285 Directed Study - Biology (2) CSU
385 Directed Study - Biology (3) CSU
Allows a student to pursue Directed Study in Biology on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising instructor.
NOTE: Maximum UC credit allowed: 3-1/3 semester units per semester, 6 units total in all or all appropriate subject areas combined. Please note that the granting of transfer credit for courses of this kind is contingent upon a review of the course outline by a UC campus. |
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