General Biology 2 Lab
Biology 126L is the application of the didactic instruction for Biology 126 and a required corequisite. Skills and performance in BIO 126L are assessed as a component of BIO 126 and therefore must be successfully completed in addition to the requirements of BIO 126. Laboratory exercises which reinforce the lectures include microscopy, dissection tools and techniques, multiple models and simulations. Corequisite: BIO 126. Prerequisites: High School Regents Biology completed with a 75 or higher or permission of instructor. Completion of the Genesee Community College reading and math proficiencies.
Subject Code: BIO
Course Number: 126L
Credits: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Engage in activities utilizing the process of science.
2. Demonstrate the proper use of contemporary laboratory equipment including microscopy, spectrometry, dissection materials and tools.
3. Use models to explain the current taxonomic classification systems.
4. Conduct scientific experiments to examine the evolution of extant species in a laboratory setting.
5. In a laboratory setting, identify the similarities among related organisms (embryonic, genetic, physiologic, biochemical, etc.) and describe how they support Darwinian evolution.
6. Observe complex interactions of living organisms within their environment to describe biodiversity.
Effective Term: Fall 2023
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