Information on Selecting the
'Right' Biology Course
If you are looking for help in selecting an
introductory biology course that is right for you, this page is
for you. Select the appropriate link for you:
Are you a
Science Major
Non-Science Major
Who to contact for more help.
The Biology Task Force has developed a series of courses
leading to the Associate of Science degree that are designed to
satisfy the requirements of the first two years of a typical
college biology major. The courses in this curriculum are
demanding and require a strong background in chemistry and math.
(Look here to see a
typical degree plan for Associate of Science in Biology.)
These courses are intended to transfer and satisfy the
requirements for a biology degree at most four-year institutions.
Below is a partial list of introductory courses and course
descriptions in this curriculum. If you are looking for a biology
course to take to satisfy a general science core requirement,
look here
- BIO 1654 CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR
BIOLOGY (4-3-3).
- Biology 1654 and 1684 may not both be counted toward
graduation. Designed for science majors and students with
a strong science background who desire a more in-depth
approach to biological topics. An introduction to the
physical and chemical organization of living organisms;
cell structure, function, and metabolism; classical and
molecular genetics; gene regulation; genetic engineering;
molecular aspects of development; and reproduction. Fee:
$24 Skills: E Prerequisites: One year of high
school chemistry or one semester of college chemistry;
two years of high school algebra or DVM 1193. (BIOL 1406)
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- BIO 1664 STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF
ORGANISMS (4-3-3).
- Biology 1664 and 1694 may not both be counted toward
graduation. Designed for science majors and students with
a strong science background who desire a more in-depth
approach to biological topics. An introduction to the
diversity, anatomy, physiology, reproduction,
development, behavior, and evolution of living organisms.
Includes viruses, prokaryotes, protists, fungi, plants,
and animals. Fee: $24 Skills: E Prerequisites: BIO
1654 with a minimum grade of C. (BIOL 1407)
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In addition to Biology majors, students majoring in other
sciences such as Chemistry and Health and Kinesiology as well as
students interested in preprofessional programs (Pre-Med,
Pre-Vet, etc.) should take take the courses listed above.
Look here for a
complete listing of degree plans that require specific biology
courses.
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If your degree plan does NOT require
specific biology classes and if you are enrolling the a biology
class simply to fulfill a general science core requirement, you
should register for the following courses and not the courses
designed for majors listed above.
- BIO 1684 PRINCIPLES OF CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
(4-3-3).
- Biology 1664 and 1684 may not both be counted toward
graduation. Designed for non-science majors who desire a
more conceptual approach to biological topics. An
introduction to the nature of science, the
characteristics of life, the molecular and cellular basis
of life, genetics, reproduction, and development. An
emphasis will be placed on how these topics are related
to current issues and problems facing modern society.
Fee: $24 Skills: E (BIOL 1408)
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- BIO 1694 PRINCIPLES OF ORGANISMAL
BIOLOGY (4-3-3).
- Biology 1664 and 1694 may not both be counted toward
graduation. Designed for non-science majors who desire a
more conceptual approach to biological topics. An
introduction to viruses, prokaryotes, protists, fungi,
plants, and animals. Topics will include structures and
functions, evolution, environmental and human
interactions, and origin of life. Fee: $24 Skills: E
Prerequisites: BIO 1654 or BIO 1684 with a minimum grade
of C. (BIOL 1409)
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If you have any questions concerning the
right course for your needs, please contact
Dr. Ed Meyertholen
Cyp 1008.3
512-223-2025 (office)
512-223-2021 (fax)
emeyerth@austin.cc.tx.us
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