BIO210 is the first semester of the two-semester core biology series for biology majors at CSUMB. Topics covered at introductory levels include macromolecule structure and function, cell structure and function, biochemistry including cellular respiration and photosynthesis, cell signaling and reproduction, transmission and molecular genetics, control of gene expression, biotechnology, comparative animal form and function, and development of animal structures and organ systems.

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (CHEM 110 and CHEM 110L with a C- or better) and (Coreq: BIO 210L)]

General Education: B2 Life Science

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

Units: 4

The goals for this laboratory course are to develop a sound understanding and practice of laboratory safety and laboratory science, to expose students to the major techniques used in molecular biology laboratories, and to gain hands-on experience exploring the form and function of major animal organ systems. This course may have a lab fee.

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Coreq: BIO 210)

General Education: B3 Laboratory Activity

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

Units: 1