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2025-2026 College Catalog 
    
2025-2026 College Catalog

BIOL 190 Biology I

This course provides a foundation for more advanced study. Concepts presented include chemical basis for life, biological energy transformation, cellular structures, Mendelian genetics and molecular genetics. Laboratory exercises are experimental studies of the major principles presented in lecture. Students are encouraged to take General Chemistry (CHEM 110 /CHEM 111 ) early in their studies.
Pre-requisite(s): High school biology and chemistry.
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning)
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
Lab: 3