BIOL 300 - The Foundations of Biology

    Recent Professors
    Jordan Ruybal, Michael P. Sweet, Susan F. Ramones, Mike W. Holmes, Will Davis, Karina Engstrom, Janet A. Hanstad, Kristie J. Pellerin and 3 more
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of BIOL 300
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2
    Description
    This course for non-science majors covers basic biological principles and how they relate to humans. Topics include an introduction to the philosophy of science and basic cell chemistry, structure, and physiology. An introduction to basic genetics (transmission and molecular) as well as some biotechnology principles are discussed. Additionally, human body systems, evolution, reproduction and development, as well as ecology and human impacts on the environment are addressed.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 10:00am–11:20am, Mon Wed 1:00pm–2:20pm, Mon Wed 10:00am–11:20am, Mon Wed 2:00pm–3:20pm