BIOL M01 - Introduction to Biology

    Recent Professors
    Hovik Gasparyan, Jana Johnson, Alison Koontz, Carri Biggle, Judith Tusler, Alexander Cheroske, Debra Pires, Erica Malone and 3 more
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    9–51 students
    Difficulty
    6.1Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    4
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B2
    Description
    Introduces non-majors to science and scientific methodology through a study of the basic principles of biology. Focuses on student understanding of the unity and diversity of life through discussions of topics that include biological chemistry, metabolism, cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, evolution of living systems, and ecology. Examines the implications of the science of biology on human affairs. Credit Limitation - MC, CSU, and UC: no credit if taken after BIOL M02A or BIOL M02AH .
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 8:00am–9:15am, Tue Thu 9:30am–10:45am, Mon 9:30am–12:20pm, Mon Wed 2:00pm–3:15pm