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Course: |
BIO 211
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Title: | Cell Biology w/ Lab |
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Long Title: | Cell Biology with Lab |
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Course Description: | Provides an intensive study of the cell and its organelles. Emphasis will be on the molecular mechanisms involved in cell communication, metabolism, motility, genetics, growth, and reproduction. This course requires hands-on laboratory experience. |
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Min Credit: | 5 |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
1. Identify the components of the eukaryotic cell.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the molecular mechanisms involved in cell signaling and responses.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the major metabolic pathways used by eukaryotic cells.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the flow of genetic information and control of genetic expression in eukaryotic cells.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the growth and reproductive mechanisms used by eukaryotic cells.
6. Demonstrate the laboratory techniques common to a cell biology lab.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Cells and Their Molecules.
II. Energy and Enzymes.
III. The Flow of Genetic Information.
IV. Membranes and Membrane Transport.
V. The Cell Membrane and Cellular Communication.
VI. Mitochondria and the Capturing of Energy Derived from Food.
VII. Chloroplasts and the Capturing of Energy Derived from Sunlight.
VIII. Cell Cycles and Cell Division.
IX. The Cytoskeleton and Cell Motility.
X Gametes, Fertilization, and Early Development.
XI. Lymphocytes and the Immune Response.
XII. Cancer Cells and Growth Control
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Front Range Community College |
FRCC |
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Pikes Peak State College |
PPCC |
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