Introduction to Biology I
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Institution: The American College of Greece Research Center
Professor: Paraskevi Papadopoulou
Associate Professor: Paraskevi Papadopoulou
Level: Undergraduate
Course Outline
An integrated exploration of the fundamentals of biology as a science, the nature of life, biological chemistry, cell biology, metabolism and human body anatomy and function.
As a result of taking this course, the student should be able to:
- Demonstrate good knowledge of the scientific method, core biology concepts and principles.
- Demonstrate good knowledge on the nature and origin of life, biological chemistry, cell biology, enzymatic function and the biological processes of photosynthesis and respiration.
- Evaluate biological principles and biological issues as they apply to students, their environment, society and health, and be able to demonstrate how to use their knowledge responsibly.
- Demonstrate detailed understanding of fetal pig and human anatomy and of major organ systems structure and function.
- Develop the necessary analytical skills to understand the nature of scientific inquiry by practicing inquiry in the laboratory, addressing the right questions and applying the appropriate methodology.