BIOL 100F - Principles of Biology

    Recent Professors
    Calvin Young
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    45–68 students
    Credits
    4
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2
    Description
    72 hours lecture per term. This course is an introductory non-majors course that will 1) emphasize the fundamental understanding of basic biological principles, 2) illustrate the structure and function of living organisms and their relationship to the physical world, and 3) develop the student's ability to make effective decisions regarding contemporary issues in natural sciences. Topics include 1) the structure and function of life at the cellular and organismic levels, 2) metabolism, photosynthesis and energetics, 3) cell division and animal development, 4) classical and molecular genetics, 5) biotechnical development and applications, 6) evolution and adaptations of living organisms, and 7) ecological relationship and environmental conservation. (Degree Credit) (CSU) (UC Credit Limitation: BIOL 100 F and 101 F combined: maximum credit one course; no UC credit if taken after BIOL 170 F or a 200-level biology course) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC