BIOL 162 - General Biology II

6 CR

Surveys systems and processes, and diversity of living organisms and their environment. Format includes laboratory work.

Course Outcomes

Describe and compare the major characteristics of the eukaryotic tax
Use classification methods to distinguish different plant and animal taxa
Compare major organ systems, structure and function in the Animalia.
Compare major organ systems, structure and function in the Plantae.
Describe the characteristics of the major aquatic and terrestrial communities and biomes of the world.
Evaluate the role of biotic and abiotic factors in energy flow and water and major mineral cycles.
Explain principles of population dynamics and community behavior.
Explain issues related to human impacts on natural systems and earth’s sustainability.
Use biology laboratory equipment, including microscopes and dissection tools, and techniques correctly to observe specimens and perform experiments.
Develop the general skills (e.g., observation, problem solving, hypothesis generation and testing) used in science.

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