Biology 6A
Welcome to Biology 6A: Form & Function in the Biological World
This is the first class in a
three course series intended for Biology majors. In addition to an introduction
to science and scientific method, this course will explore the universal
challenges of life by comparing the structure and physiological processes of
organisms, with an emphasis on plants and animals. Topics include: obtaining
nutrients, gas exchange, transport, excretion, reproduction, movement and
phylogenetic relationships between organisms.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on the chemistry placement test or a grade of C or better in Chem 50 or Chem 1A.Advisory: Completion of English 1A or ESL 5
Sections 1 & 2 Class Meetings:
Lecture: MTWTh 9:30-10:20 S35
Labs: Sec 1 MW 10:30-1:15 SC2108
Sec 2 TTh 10:30-1:15 SC2108
Books:
Textbook: Biology, Campbell & Reece, 9th ed.
Lab Book: Form & Function in the Biological World (will be distributed in class)
Recommended: Photographic Atlas of Biology, Van De Graff & Crawley, 6th ed.
Course Necessities:
Greensheet
Syllabus
Lecture Materials
Lab Materials
Links
Assignments
Grades
Weekly Updates
Additional Information:
How to Succeed in Biology 6A Lab
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