The first semester of a two semester sequence (BIO 150 and 152) designed to present knowledge of biological principles at the cellular and molecular levels. Similarities and differences in structure and function of simple and complex cells will be covered along with theories on the origin and evolution of biological systems.   .

Integrated componenets: Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours). Laboratory: 1 credit (30 contact hours)

CHE 105, or Math ACTE of 26 or above and current enrollment in CHE 105, or CHE placement test plus concurrent enrollment in CHE 10

1. Describe the characteristics of life and the major theories of its origin

2. Demonstrate knowledge of the chemistry of biomolecules.

3. Describe the basic unit of life, the cell, including structure and function of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

4. Describe the structure and function of cellular membranes, including types of transport and membrane potential

5. Analyze energy dynamics (ATP) and its relation to chemical reactions

6.Communicate knowledge of enzymes, their function and importance to life.

7. Describe the two major life processes, cellular respiration and photosynthesis, and their impact on living organisms.

8. Demonstrate knowledge of sexual and asexual cell reproduction

9. Analyze Mendelian genetics, including basic genetic crosses and processes of inheritance.

10. Describe the molecular basis of inheritance, including the structure of DNA and the gene, and the processes of replication, transcription and translation.

11. Demonstrate knowledge of genetic engineering techniques and applications, and the moral and ethical implications.

12. Describe evolution, including natural selection, as the unifying theory of life.

 

I. Introduction to Biology

A. Characteristics of Life

B. Origin of Life

II. Biomolecules

A. Carbohydrates

B. Proteins

C. Lipids

D. Nucleic acids

III. Cell

A. Cell Theory

B. Prokaryotic Cell Structure

C. Eukaryotic Cell Structure

IV. Plasma Membranes

A. Structure

B. Types of Transport

C. Membrane Potentials

V. Energy

A. Thermodynamics

B. Chemical Reactions

C. ATP Molecule

VI. Cell Respiration

A. Anaerobic Processes

B. Aerobic Processes

VII. Photosynthesis

A. Properties of Light and Pigments

B. Light Dependent Reactions

C. Calvin Cycle

VIII. Reproduction of Cells

A. Cell Cycle

B. Asexual and Sexual Reproduction

C. Chromosome Structure

D. Mitosis and Meiosis

IX. Mendelian Genetics

A. Terminology

B. Patterns of Inheritance

C. Monohybrid and Dihybrid Crosses

X. Molecular Genetics

A. Structure of DNA and RNA

B. Replication

C. Transcription

D. Translation

E. Control of Transcription and Translation

F. Mutations

G. Genetic Engineering

XI. Evolution

A. Evidence of Evolution

B. Natural Selection and Factors Affecting Natural Selection

C. Micro and Macroevolution