Introduction to the principles of biology governing the unity and diversity of living organisms, with special emphasis on molecular, subcellular and cellular levels of organization in plants and animals, and on genetics and evolution. Laboratory exercises consist of experimental procedures illustrating basic concepts of biology.Note: This course satisfies either Life & Physical Science or Scientifice World requirement in the CUNY 2013 Gen Ed requirements at Lehman.

Formerly BIO 2020, this course is a continuation of BIO 2010. Topics includeMendelian genetics, molecular genetics, regulation of gene expression; the evolution by natural selection, speciation and branching evolution, diversity oforganisms and their classification; plant physiology, reproduction, and classification; the ecology of populations, communities, and ecosystems. Laboratory exercises include both observation, dissection, and experimentation and independentgroup research. Written laboratory reports and an oral presentation are required. Recitation includes oral reports on assigned readings. This course is not open to students who have taken BIO 1003, or BIO 1015L, or BIO 1016.

Chemical basis of life; cellular structure, function and reproduction; photosynthesis and cell respiration; humananatomy and physiology; plant structure and function.

This is the first semester of a two-semester introductory biology series for science majors, focusing on the cell and molecular levels of biological structure and function. Topics include basic properties of living organisms, metabolism, energy transformation, cellular reproduction, Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, gene expression, and evolution. Laboratory exercises consist of experimental procedures illustrating basic concepts of biology.

3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory; 4.5 credits Systems, ecological and evolutionary biology. Integration of plant and animal form and function with biological concepts and theories of evolution, genetics, development, homeostasis, ecology-biodiversity, bioenergetics and bio-informatics. (Not open to students who have completed, with a grade of C- or higher, the following course or courses: Biology *1080 [3], or both Biology 1072 [29] and Biology *1071 [34.1]). STEM variant course - Satisfies Pathways Required Core Life and Physical Sciences. Prerequisite or Corequisite: Math 1006 or Chemistry 1100 or 1050 or 1040 or 1200.

This two-semester course acquaints students with the basic properties of living systems: metabolism, growth, responsiveness and reproduction at the cellular and organism levels as illustrated by assorted plants and animals. Two terms required.Note: This course satisfies Pathways Life and Physical Science and Scientific World areas.

Fundamental biological principles of cell metabolism, energy transformations, and plant and animal functions including support, digestion, respiration, circulation, excretion, and integration, and selected current topics. For science, Medical Technology, appropriate pre-professional majors, and other interested students in consultation with an adviser. (science)Pre-requisite MTH 123 or MTH 125 or appropriate math placement. Corequisite: BIO 171, ENG 111. (LP)(SW)

Direct student involvement in the experimental demonstration of basic biological principles in plants and animals and the dissection of the fetal pig, with experiments oriented toward the understanding of the human body. For science, Medical Technology, appropriate pre-professional majors, and other interested students in consultation with an adviser. (science). Pre or corequisite: ENG 111, MTH 123 appropriate math placement. Corequisite: BIO 170

Introduction to biology, emphasizing primarily the cell and molecular levels of organization. Topics include characteristics of life, cellular organization and diversity, chemistry of life, bioenergetics, reproduction and early development, and major living groups. The course features in-depth study of selected topics that are foundational for upper level study. Students develop critical thinking and technical skills that are essential for mastering the content areas and being successful in upper level courses. These include: vocabulary skills, critical thinking, collaborative learning, microscopy, collection and handling of scientific data, and elements of scientific investigation.

Emphasizes the physiological adjustments organisms make to specific challenges in their environments. Bioenergetics, osmoregulation and transport are the areas of focus. Laboratories are investigational and intended to develop skills in experimental design, the use of technology in acquiring data, data analysis and presentation, and in scientific writing. The development of problem solving and thinking and analysis in biology is emphasized in all aspects of the course.

This course, the first of two courses in biological science is intended for students preparing for careers in science. Lecture topics include basic properties of living organisms, metabolism, energy transformation, cellular reproduction, Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, and gene expression.

The chemical basis of life; basic structure and function of pro and eucaryotic cells; bioenergetics; Mendelian and molecular genetics; development and mechanisms of control of gene expression at all levels; population genetics and evolution.

This course is for students majoring in Forensic Science, Cell and Molecular Biology, or Toxicology, or minoring in Biology, and who have a strong math and science background. Modern Biology I is the first half of an in-depth exploration of the basic properties of living systems on the molecular and cellular levels. Students will be introduced to cell structure, metabolism and respiration, photosynthesis, and genetics. Representative organisms from the prokaryotic and eukaryotic kingdoms are studied in detail. The laboratory portion of the course is designed to reinforce the concepts taught in the lecture and to teach basic laboratory skills. Note: Students who place into MAT 141 Pre-Calculus with a CAA of 90 or higher or MAT 241 Calculus I or above will start the Biology sequence in BIO 103. This course has a $25.00 material fee. This course satisfies the Required Core: Life and Physical Sciences area or the Flexible Core: Scientific World area of the Gen Ed Program.

This course is intended for students who are majoring in Forensic Science, Cell andMolecular Biology, and Toxicology. Paced Modern Biology 1-A is the first course in the two-semester alternative to Modern Biology I. The series is an in-depth exploration of the basicproperties of living systems on the molecular, cellular and organismic levels. Topics inBiology 1-A include cell structure and function, structure and function of macromolecules,energy, cellular respiration, and photosynthesis. The entire 101102 series must besuccessfully completed in order to receive credit as a general education science equivalent.*Non-major students interested in enrolling must seek advisement and permission from theDepartment of Sciences. Note: Students who place into MAT 105 College Algebra or MAT 141 Pre-Calculus with a CAAbelow 90 will begin the Biology sequence in BIO 101.

Paced Modern Biology 1-B is the second course in the two-semester alternative to Modern Biology I. The series is an in-depth exploration of the basic properties of living systems on the molecular, cellular, and organismic levels. Topics in Biology 1-B include gene structure, function, and regulation. In the laboratory students will learn basic laboratory skills and experimental techniques, including measurement, identification of macromolecules, genetic crosses, and forensic DNA analysis.

Not recommended for non-science majors. A one-year, two semester course for students who plan to major in biological sciences, or prepare for a pre-professional program. Classroom and laboratory sessions focus on biological topics as they apply to all life, to recent findings and how they advance understanding of classical concept, the interaction of environmental and biological forces to produce life.

This course is part one of a two-semester sequence covering concepts of general biology. Beginning with an introduction to the scientific study of life, the course covers the chemistry of life, cell structure and function, cellular respiration,photosynthesis, cell cycle and cell division, classical and molecular genetics and gene expression, DNA replication, genetic engineering, development, evolution,speciation and phylogeny. The laboratory component of the course complements the lectures.CUNY Pathways: Flexible Core-Scientific World

This course will introduce students to topics in cellular and molecular biology. Students will learn about the structure and function of the life-essential macromolecules, the structure and physiology of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, with a focus on the mechanisms of DNA replication, transcription and translation. Genetics will be explored, including the relationship between DNA sequences and the way organisms look and function. In the laboratory component, students will participate in inquiry-based research to explore principals of cellular and molecular biology. This course has a mandatory lecture and lab component.

The fundamental principles of biology including taxonomy, structure, nutrition, reproduction, heredity, development and evolution. The concepts of molecular biology and representative plants and animals are utilized. Use and care of the microscope.SATISFIES REQUIRED CORE- LIFE & PHYSICAL SCIENCES

First semester of a one-year General Biology course for science majors.Evolution, structure of the cell, molecular basis of life, classical and modern genetics and molecular biology, homeostatic control mechanisms, both intracellular and intercellular.

Principles of animal and plant diversity, evolution, behavior, and ecology.This course has an M&T Fee. For more info visit: http://qc.cuny.edu/?id=JU9F

Introduction to the chemistry and biochemistry necessary to support living beings, with emphasis on biological macromolecules and intermediary metabolism; cellular biology; genetics; correlation of cell structure, chemistry and function. Experimental study of cellular biology and chemistry, classical genetics.