BI 211 Principles of Biology: Cells and Genetics

An introduction to the science of biology designed for students pursing a biology major. Focus on cell biology, metabolism, genetics and molecular biology.
Three hours of classroom meetings and three hours of laboratory per week.
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: BI 102 with a grade of B or better or MTH 111 with a grade of C or better or placement into MTH 112 or higher
Corequisite: BI 211L
Satisfactory Grading:
Ineligible for the Satisfactory/No Credit grade mode if you are a Biology major.
If you elect S/NC grading the course cannot be used to meet Biology requirements even if a grade of S is earned.
If you are in a major other than Biology you are eligible to choose the Satisfactory/No Credit grading option.
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