| Time | Days | Location | Instructor | GER | Credit | OPUS Class Number | Syllabus (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1:00pm-2:15pm | TuTh | 1462 Clifton Rd 230 | Walter Escobar. | SNT. | 4 | 12633 | TBA. |
Biology 142 will introduce evolution, population biology, molecular genetics, genomics, cell signaling, and development. The topics covered in class will address major issues in human biology and medicine. The integrated lecture and lab will emphasize the basic principles and critical thinking involved in modern biological discovery. In lab, students will design and perform experiments using several important model systems. Students must also register for a Biology 142 Laboratory.
Biology 141 and 142 are required of all biology majors; and Biology 141, along with Chemistry 141, should be taken in the fall of Freshmen year by prospective biology majors; Biology 142 and Chemistry 142 in spring of the Freshman year. If scheduling precludes taking both, it is recommended that you take Chemistry 141 before Biology 141. Biology 141 and 142 are prerequisites for all upper level biology courses and meet the biology and genetics premedical requirements. Biology 120 is recommended for non-science majors who are not pre med but who wish to satisfy the Life Science Lab requirement for the GER.
Required Textbooks, Articles, and Resources
- 2008. Biological Science, 3rd Edition. ISBN: 9780321032626.
- 2008. Essentials of Genetics-Customized Emory University Edition-2008. ISBN: 9780555038066.
- 2008. Mastering Biology Student Access Kit for Biological Science, 3rd Edition. ISBN: 9780321542939.
- Personal Response System (PRS) Clickers.
Recommended Textbooks, Articles, and Resources
- 2008. Practicing Biology Workbook & Study Guide-Customized Emory University Edition-2008. ISBN: 9780555049945.
Grading
| Assignment/Exam | Details | % of Total Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Lecture and Lab Exams | Some lecture and lab exams may be administered in the evening (dates and times to be determined). |
The schedule of courses on O.P.U.S. is the official listing of courses, including days and times they meet and the General Education Requirements they satisfy. Students should use course descriptions as general guidelines. Course requirements, grading details, book lists, and syllabi are subject to change.