Introduction to skills, methods, and tools used for biological
research concentrating on cellular and molecular approaches.
Athena Title
Principles of Biology I Lab
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in BIOL 2107L
Corequisite
BIOL 1107 or BIOL 1107E or BIOL 2107H
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall and spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student Learning Outcomes
Students will experience the process of science through inquiry exercises designed to improve basic research skills needed to study cellular and molecular biological phenomena.
Students will use a cooperative-learning format to achieve lab-specific learning goals.
Students will develop science literacy skills.
Students will develop scientific research skills.
Students will gain training and experience in effective means of scientific communication, especially disciplinary conventions of scientific writing and data presentation.
Topical Outline
Introduction to Lab and Lab Safety
Common Molecular Scientific Equipment
Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis
Data Graphing and Figure Captions
Organic Macromolecules
Scientific Literature
DNA Restriction Enzyme
PCR and Genetic Testing
Bioinformatics
Introduction to Screening for Genetic Diseases
General Education Core
CORE II: Life Sciences
Institutional Competencies
Analytical Thinking
The ability to reason, interpret, analyze, and solve problems from a wide array of authentic contexts.
