Introduction to methods used in field study and analyses of data. Emphasis on basic relationships between organisms and their environment. At Beaver Island only. Does not count towards any Biology Major.

The study of living organisms. Fundamental principles of biology are integrated with local and global issues of current interest. No credit toward Biology major or minor. May be used toward satisfying the requirements of Integrated Science major or minor for students seeking certification in Elementary education only. Credit may not be earned in more than one of: BIO 101, BIO 105, BIO 110, and 165. Satisfies University Program Group II laboratory requirement. This course may be offered in a hybrid or online format. (University Program Group II-A: Descriptive Sciences)

Introduction to basic biological principles, including quantitative treatments of ecology, evolution, cellular processes, genetics and diversity. No credit towards Biology Major or Minor. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Satisfies University Program Group II laboratory requirement. Quantitative Reasoning. (University Program Group II-B: Quantitative and Mathematical Sciences)

Fundamental concepts of biology including the chemical basis of life, cell structure and function, molecular and transmission genetics, evolution and ecology. May be applied towards fulfilling the requirements of any Biology major or minor. Students may only earn credit in one of the following: BIO 101, BIO 105, or BIO 110. Satisfies University Program Group II laboratory requirement. Recommended: High school chemistry or CHM 120 and 127 or 131 or 161. (University Program Group II-A: Descriptive Sciences)

Basic principles of evolution and the application of these principles to the history and diversity of life. Satisfies University Program Group II laboratory requirement. (University Program Group II-A: Descriptive Sciences)

Structure and function of bacteria, archaea, and eukaryotic cells including biological molecules, bioenergetics, membrane transport, respiration, photosynthesis, cell communication, and cell division. Prerequisite: BIO 111 with a C- or better. Prerequisite/Co-requisite: CHM 131.

An introduction to human biology as a scientific discipline, cell biology, genetics, homeostasis, selected organ systems, biotechnology and current issues. This course may not be used to satisfy the requirements for a Biology major or minor. This course may be offered in a hybrid or online format. (University Program Group II-A: Descriptive Sciences)

Survey of life science content aligned with state and national science education standards and introduction to science pedagogy for students seeking elementary teaching certification. This course satisfies the Group II laboratory requirement. Does not count toward Biology major or the Biology minor. (University Program Group II-A: Descriptive Sciences)

Topics of special interest that are not normally included in existing courses. Prerequisites: Instructor’s prerequisites will be announced in the Course Search and Registration.