BIOL 100 - Human Biology

PREREQUISITES: Demonstrated competency through appropriate assessment or earning a grade of “C” or better in ENGL 093 - Introduction to College Writing and ENGL 083 - Reading Strategies for College
PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: MATH 023 - Essentials of Algebra or MATH 080 - Mathematical Principles; or ENGL 075 - Co-Requisite Integrated Reading & Writing.

PROGRAM: Life Sciences
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

This course is a study of the biology of the human organism. It includes an examination of organizational complexity, development, health, and the place of humans in the natural world.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

Discuss the basic structure of atoms, simple molecules, and those macromolecules that are important to human biology.
Explain the basic functional anatomy of the cell including anabolic and catabolic processes important to growth and development of humans.
Trace human development from gamete to infant including the processes of mitosis and meiosis.
Recognize the developmental changes in the aging process.
Explain the role of DNA in heredity.
Understand the mechanisms of natural selection and their impact on human evolution.
Describe how human traits are determined through genetics.
Discuss the importance of nutrition in development, growth, and homeostasis.
Explain the structure and functions of the organ systems of the human body.
Explain the scientific method.
Differentiate between scientific and non-scientific research.
Apply basic observational, quantitative, or technological methods to gather data and generate evidence-based conclusions.
Identify reliable sources of scientific research related to real-world issues.

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -