BIOL 010 - Introduction to Biology

    Recent Professors
    Leticia Gallardo, Cheryl Hackworth, Peter Svensson, Nopakorn Hansanant, Rachel Crane, Nathan Norris, Alicia Steinhardt
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    32 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of BIOL 010
    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
    This is an introductory course in general biology designed for non-science majors. Emphasis is on using critical thinking skills to understand and apply biological principles to the solution of everyday problems. Topics discussed include the scientific method, evolution, ecology, cell function and structure, cell energy, DNA and biotechnology, as well as how organisms interact with their internal and external environment. Concurrent enrollment in both BIOL 010/10L is required.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 10:55am–12:20pm, Tue Thu 10:55am–12:20pm, Tue Thu 12:30pm–1:55pm, Mon Wed 12:30pm–1:55pm