BIO-119 Contemporary Biology II
Part II of an introductory laboratory biology course with for non-science majors. Topics covered in part II include: Evolution, biodiversity, plant and animal anatomy and physiology, ecology, and environmental science. The emphasis is on application of basic biological principles to contemporary issues and problems. Students will achieve basic scientific literacy with a goal of improved critical thinking, writing, and problem-solving skills. This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Students will describe and apply the basic principles of biology (evolution, biodiversity, plant and animal anatomy and physiology, ecology, and environmental science) in relation to contemporary issues
- Students will apply the methods and process of science, and be able to critically evaluate scientific articles in the popular press
- Students will demonstrate the ability to make informed scientific decisions as necessary in their personal life as well as their role as educated citizens
- Students will access information needed to make informed scientific decisions as necessary in their personal life as well as their role as educated citizens.