BIOL& 211 Majors Cellular

• Demonstrate understanding of the nature of science and use the scientific method when performing laboratory experiments
• Collect valid data, report data (using equations, graphs, charts, and tables), critically analyze data, and make conclusions based upon the experimental results
• Apply understanding of chemistry to biology in explaining cellular structure, enzyme function, metabolic pathways, genetics, protein synthesis, cell signaling and other concepts in molecular and cellular biology
• Compare and contrast the two mechanisms of nuclear division and explain their biological importance and relationship to DNA synthesis
• Explain the basics and basis of genetics and solve typical introductory genetics problems (both Mendelian and non-Mendelian)
• Explain the relationship among genes, proteins, and phenotypes (traits) and describe the processes of protein synthesis and gene expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes
• Apply the concept of structure and function across levels of biological organization
• Describe and apply biotechnology tools and techniques including PCR, gel electrophoresis, restriction enzymes, and others
• Appropriately select and properly and safely use a variety of laboratory techniques and instruments
• Productively work in groups to successfully complete group activities and assignments
• Apply biological knowledge to important personal, social, and other real-world issues
• Demonstrate information literacy: determine the extent of information needed and incorporate the information effectively and ethically into scientific writing