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Course Learning Resources:
Course Description Principles of biology with emphasis on the relationship between humankind and modern biological science. Topics include cell biology, inheritance, and an introduction
to ecology.Course Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will:
1. Understand the cellular and molecular basis of life
2. Understand cells, their makeup and operations
3. Be exposed to the major specie groups and their characteristics
4. Understand photosynthesis
5. Be introduced to reproduction, inheritance, and basic genetics
6. Consider the scientific basis for the origin of the species
7. Be introduced to the earth's environment and its properties. Course Policies
This is a 90 day independent study course, and is designed to be primarily self-paced. Its requirements include assignments and tests that you will complete and submit via the
Internet. mail and Internet contact are available to answer questions, engage in discussion and provide assistance as needed. Your assignments should be submitted as file attachments in
either Microsoft Word or HTML format. Each assignment will be evaluated, graded, and returned with feedback. Values for each assignment and test are provided in a table below. Timing
Please be sure to
time your assignments so that you have adequate time to complete the work in the 90 days allowed. Communication
As an independent study course, this is a more self-paced exercise than a scheduled class
might be. However, discussion is still important. Please feel free to use the email address provided for questions, comments, and concerns about the course.
Evaluation Material Assignments and Tests
There are 5 major assignments, plus a final paper and a final exam.
Grade Components
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