BIO-115 Human Biology

This course approaches basic biological principles from a human perspective. It is a principles course with a laboratory designed for non-science majors. Basic cell biology, systems anatomy and physiology, evolution and human ecology are broadly discussed. This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit.

Credits

4

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

2

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Science & Technology

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• Yes

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Describe basic cell biology, the anatomy and functioning of several key physiological systems, and evolutionary theory.
2. Evaluate the disruption of homeostasis in key body systems, and cite evidence to support your explanation.
3. Utilize basic laboratory techniques to conduct experiments.
4. Discuss the human species' place in, and effects on, the environment.
5. Determine ethical implications and personal values regarding humans in science research and medical treatments

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BIO 115: Human Biology

Department

Science and Technology

Course Description

This course approaches basic biological principles from a human perspective. It is a principles course with a laboratory designed for non-science majors. Basic cell biology, systems anatomy and physiology, evolution and human ecology are broadly discussed. This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit.

Credit Hours

4

Contact Hours

Lecture	3
Lab	2
Other	0

Grading Scheme

Letter

SUNY General Education Course

• Natural Science and Scientific Reasoning

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Describe basic cell biology, the anatomy and functioning of several key physiological systems, and evolutionary theory.
2. Evaluate the disruption of homeostasis in key body systems, and cite evidence to support your explanation.
3. Utilize basic laboratory techniques to conduct experiments.
4. Discuss the human species' place in, and effects on, the environment.
5. Determine ethical implications and personal values regarding humans in science research and medical treatments

Topic Outline

1. Scientific Method
   1. Experimental design
   2. Evaluation of experiments 
2. Cell Structure
   1. Organelles and their functioning
3. Cell Division
   1. Mitosis
   2. Meiosis
   3. Development and progression of cancer
4. Genetics and genetic problem solving
   1. Punnett Squares
   2. Mendelian and non-Mendelian patterns of inheritance
5. Nervous System
   1. Structure
   2. Function
   3. Diseases/Disorders
6. Endocrine System
   1. Structure
   2. Function
   3. Diseases/Disorders
7. Cardiovascular System
   1.  Structure
   2. Function
   3. Diseases/Disorders
8. Respiratory
   1. Structure
   2. Function
   3. Diseases/Disorders
9. Immune System
   1. Structure
   2. Function
   3. Diseases/Disorders
10. Digestive System
    1. Structure
    2. Function
    3. Diseases/Disorders
11. Urinary System
    1. Structure
    2. Function
    3. Diseases/Disorders
12. Reproductive system, including an overview of birth defects 
    1. Structure
    2. Function
    3. Diseases/Disorders
13. Evolution
    1. Natural Selection
    2. Human Ancestors
14. Ecology and man’s interaction with the environment 
    1. Ecological Responsibility