BIOL& 211 - Majors Cellular

1. Demonstrate understanding of the nature of science and be able to use the scientific method when performing laboratory experiments. [REASON]
2. Describe, identify, and explain, with examples, the important concepts of molecular and cellular biology, and integrate them across levels of biological organization. [REASON]
3. Collect valid data, report data (using equations, graphs, charts and tables), critically analyze data and make conclusions based upon the experimental results. [REASON]
4. Explain the mechanisms of evolution, critically evaluate evidence for evolution and describe the importance of evolution in biology. [REASON]
5. Apply their 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. [REASON]
6. Describe cell theory and use their knowledge of cell parts to explain the complex functions of cells. [REASON]
7. Describe, compare and contrast the two mechanisms of nuclear division (mitosis and meiosis) and explain the biological importance of both and their relationship to DNA synthesis. [REASON]
8. Explain the basics and basis of genetics and solve and explain typical introductory genetics problems (both Mendelian and non-Mendelian). [REASON]
9. Explain how genes, proteins, and phenotypes (traits) are related and describe the processes of protein synthesis and gene expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. [REASON]
10. Apply the concept of structure and function across levels of biological organization. [REASON]
11. Describe and apply biotechnology tools and techniques including PCR, gel electrophoresis, restriction enzymes, bacterial transformation and others. [REASON]
12. Communicate effectively using language and understanding of molecular and cellular biology. [COMMUNICATE]
13. Appropriately select and properly and safely use a variety of laboratory techniques and instruments. [ACT]
14. Productively work in groups to successfully complete group activities and assignments. [COMMUNICATE]
15. Apply biological knowledge to important personal, social and political issues. [ACT]
16. Demonstrate information literacy: determine the extent of information needed and incorporate the information effectively and ethically into scientific writing. [REASON]