BSC1011C Principles of Biology II -

4 Credit Hours

(Fall, Spring)

This course is a continuation of BSC 1010C. It provides an overview of the history of life on Earth, a summary of the concepts of phylogeny and classification, and a survey of organisms with emphasis on plants and animals. Structure, evolution, taxonomy, and ecology of the major phyla will be included. This course is required for Biology, Pre-Med, and most Pre-Professional Science majors. Course readings will be derived from the western canon. In addition and to the extent possible, the course will provide instruction on the historical background and philosophical foundation of western civilization and American democracy.

Prerequisite(s): BSC 1010C.