BIOL 200 - Foundations of Biology I

    Recent Professors
    Robyn Waayers, Michael Monahan, Andrew Cooper, Elise Lindgren, Stephanie Fan, Daun Everforest
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    25–60 students
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    Prerequisite: Completion of intermediate algebra or the equivalent, or eligibility or completion of any course between MATH 110 and 245 (excluding MATH 197, MATH 120, or PSYC/SOC 205, or BUS 204) based on multiple measures. Recommended Preparation: ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or ESL 110
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    This biology course is the first semester of a one-year majors-level sequence. The lecture explores the topics of molecular and cellular biology, including cell structure and function, genetics, metabolism, and evolution. The lab includes various cell and molecular lab techniques and emphasizes the use of the scientific method to design experiments and analyze data.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 9:35am–11:00am, Mon Wed 9:35am–11:00am, Thu 11:10am–2:15pm, Mon 11:10am–2:20pm