BIOL 1 - Principles of Biology

    Recent Professors
    Melissa Ha, William O. Hamilton, Preet Kaur
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    Intermediate algebra or equivalent through the college placement process.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B2
    Description
    An introduction to biology for majors that emphasizes cellular and molecular processes in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Topics include biological molecules, cell structure, cell communication, metabolism (enzymes, respiration, fermentation, and photosynthesis), cell reproduction, heredity, molecular genetics, and evolution. This course emphasizes the scientific method and experimental design.
    Usually Held
    Thu 10:00am–2:15pm, Tue 10:30am–2:45pm, Tue 5:30pm–9:45pm, Wed 5:30pm–9:45pm