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FA 2012 Biology BIOLOGY 173 - Introductory Biology Laboratory Section 002
Credits:	2
Requirements & Distribution:	BS, NS
Credit Exclusions:	No credit granted to those who have completed BIOLOGY 162. Credit is granted for a combined total of 17 credits elected in introductory biology.
Cost:	<50
Lab Fee:	25.00
Enforced Prerequisites:	BIOLOGY 163 or 171 or 172 or 174 or 195.
Advisory Prerequisites:	Students should have completed one of the introductory lecture courses [either BIOLOGY 171 or (172 or 174)] and be concurrently enrolled in the other.
BS:	This course counts toward the 60 credits of math/science required for a Bachelor of Science degree.
Repeatability:	May not be repeated for credit.
Primary Instructor:	Ammerlaan,Marcus C
	(real time availability for all sections)

BIOLOGY 173 is a one-term project-based laboratory course that with BIOLOGY 171 and 172 forms the introductory biology sequence. The aims of BIOLOGY 173 are: to provide an integrated introduction to experimental biology; to foster hypothesis-testing, analytical approaches to experimental data; and to develop critical-thinking and writing skills. Topics in BIOLOGY 173 are divided among four primary areas: Biochemistry Molecular genetics Evolution Ecology Textbook: Biology 173 Laboratory Manual, Marc Ammerlaan, 2008. Intended Audience: It is intended for concentrators in biology, other science programs, or pre-professional studies. Other suitably prepared students wishing detailed coverage of biology are welcome.

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