BIOL 3000 - Frontiers in Biology

(3 Units) Consideration of different topics of biology that are currently in the forefront of research and public awareness. Emphasis is on further development of biological principles learned in lower-division general education courses in natural sciences and in preparing people to deal with questions and decisions relating to biological developments affecting their lives. Topics vary from semester to semester but may include genetic engineering, ecology, cancer research, agricultural developments, disease treatment and control, wildlife and endangered species.May also be used to count towards electives in the major.Satisfies G.E. area F1.Prerequisites: Junior standing.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)

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