BIO 100
Principles of Biology
Biology
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
Introductory course for general education students.
When Taught
All Semesters/Terms
Grade Rule
Standard Grade Rule: A B C D E I
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Note
Additional seats for specific sections may be available to Freshman Mentoring participants. NOTE: Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required.
Title
Biology Literacy
Learning Outcome
Students will acquire basic literacy in the language of science and biology as evidenced by their ability to: Explain the foundational assumptions underlying science and evaluate the strengths and limitations of science as a human endeavor. Describe basic principles and concepts of biology using appropriate vocabulary. Describe data represented textually, numerically, and graphically, and infer a conclusion from the data. Plan and perform a simple experiment, actual or simulated; draw conclusions, and; communicate the results.
Title
Scientific Reasoning
Learning Outcome
Students will exercise sound scientific reasoning as evidenced by their ability to: Evaluate scientific evidence and claims at the level of a well-informed layperson in order to make rational decisions on public-policy science issues. Develop intellectual abilities and character traits of sound judgment and effective communication.
Title
Personal Responsibility
Learning Outcome
Students will accept responsibility for personal and public stewardship as evidenced by their ability to: Integrate sound scientific reasoning with reasoning and methods from other disciplines to address real-world biology-related issues and concerns. Reflect on how literacy in biology and sound scientific reasoning combine with reasoning and methods from other disciplines to increase their ability to act responsibly as stewards and citizens in their own families, communities and the world.
