BIO 2 Biological Dynamics

This is the second of a two-semester introductory course sequence designed primarily for science majors. This course is an introduction to the biological sciences at the cellular and subcellular level. Topics include the biochemistry and energetics of life, anatomy of the cell, metabolism, cell cycle, and molecular mechanisms of inheritance. Historical perspective and current findings are incorporated into these units of study. Offered every Spring semester. Lecture 3 hrs, discussion 1 hr. Prerequisite: completion of BIO 1 and either PHS 1 or CHE 1A with a grade of C or above. GS-IIID, VIIA.