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  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1010 is strongly recommended. Introduces genetics for non-majors. Addresses patterns of inheritance from generation to generation (with an emphasis on human heredity), DNA structure and function as well as other aspects of molecular genetics and reproductive technologies.
    General Education Course
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1010 or GEO 1010 recommended. Studies prehistoric life. Uses the concepts of biology and physical science. Studies major groups of ancient animals and plants as found in the rock record. Includes aspects and fundamental concepts of biology, ecology, and geology.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Pre- or Corequisite(s): ACT (or equivalent) composite score of 21+, or ENGL 1005 or ENGL1010 (or higher); BIOL 1615. Gives a broad exposure to many aspects of the life sciences. Covers topics of biochemistry, energetics, cell structure and function, genetics, and evolution. BIOL 1615 is recommended, but not required for pre-nursing or pre-dental hygiene majors.
    General Education Course
  • 4.00 Credits

    Pre- or Corequisite(s): ACT (or equivalent) composite score of 21+, or ENGL 1005 or ENGL 1010 (or higher); BIOL 1615 (BIOL 1615 is recommended, but not required for pre-nursing or pre-dental hygiene majors.). Gives a broad exposure to many aspects of the life sciences. Covers topics of biochemistry, energetics, cell structure and function, genetics, and evolution. Requires a term paper, project, or presentation.
  • 1.00 Credits

    Pre- or Corequisite(s): BIOL 1610. Provides a foundational applied introduction to a broad range of topics in the life sciences including the scientific method, biological macromolecules, cell structure and function, cell energetics, cell division, Mendelian genetics, DNA technology, and evolution. Introduces lab safety, standard laboratory techniques and use of equipment, scientific research, experimental design, data analysis and interpretation, and scientific communication.. Course Lab fee of $24 applies.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1610 and BIOL 1615 with a C- or higher in each.. Corequisite(s): BIOL 1625. Provides the second semester material in the two semester introductory course designed for biology majors. Covers the evolution of life, the relationships between major taxa, anatomy and physiology of these major taxa, and interactions between living organisms and their environments. Discusses major current issues in the biological field. Corequisite:    BIOL 1625
    General Education Course
  • 1.00 Credits

    Corequisite(s): BIOL 1620. Laboratory course to accompany BIOL 1620. Topics covered include animal biology and diversity and plant biology and diversity. Course lab fee of $45 for lab, transportation applies. Corequisite:    BIOL 1620
  • 1.00 Credits

    For students interested in the natural world. Explores a wide variety of topics in science, including geology, botany, astronomy, zoology, ecology, and archeology. Consists of a minimum of a four-day field trip. Participants should gain an increased understanding of several fields of scientific study. May be repeated as many times as desired for interest, however a maximum of 3 credits may count toward graduation. Course lab fee of $58 applies.
  • 3.00 Credits

    For students interested in the natural world. Promotes an in-depth look at a wide variety of topics in science, including geology, botany, astronomy, zoology, ecology, and archeology. Consists of 15 hours of lecture plus an appropriate field trip. Participants should gain an interdisciplinary understanding of science and nature. May be repeated for up to six credits toward graduation.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Integrates the teaching of geological and biological systems of the southwestern deserts. Discusses the ecology and geology of unique desert ecosystems; the rocks and strata providing the foundation of the landscape; the evolutionary and geological processes that mold the landscape and the species within it over time; and, the relationships between the physical and biological aspects of the ecosystem, including humans. Provides an intense, hands-on field course where faculty and students participate together in daily activities in a natural setting. Is held for part of the time on the UVU main campus and part of the time at the Capitol Reef Field Station. Requires students to live and learn at the field station for approximately 1/3 of the course.