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Course: |
BIO 221
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Title: | Botany w/Lab: SC1 |
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Long Title: | Botany with Lab: GT-SC1 |
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Course Description: | Studies nonvascular and vascular plants, emphasizing photosynthetic pathways, form and function, reproduction, physiology, genetics, diversity, evolution, and ecology. This course requires mandatory hands-on laboratory and field experience. This course is designed for biology majors.~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-SC1 |
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Min Credit: | 5 |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
I. Demonstrate knowledge of the biochemistry, cellular structure, morphology, and physiology of vascular plants.
II. Apply evolutionary principles to the development of plants through geologic time.
III. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of plants in the environment and the impact on human cultures.
IV. Evaluate contemporary theories of plant evolution and classification.
V. Demonstrate expertise in common botanical laboratory experiences.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Patterns of Plant Evolution
II. Classification Categories
III. Plant Cells and Tissues
IV. Roots, Stems, and Leaves
V. Growth Patterns
VI. Flowers, Seeds, and Fruits
VII. Photosynthesis
VIII. Transport in Plants
IX. Water Relationships
X Hormonal Control of Plant Growth
XI. Cell Signaling in Plants
XII. Survey of Plant Divisions
XIII. Evolution of Life Cycles
XIV. Biomes and Plant Ecology
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