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Foundations of Biology (B1)


Description
Biology is the study of life. In this course you will learn the concepts of General Biology from two complementary perspectives. First, you will gain the knowledge you need for academic and or professional development. Second, you will learn how Biology relates to day to day living.

The General Biology Series will allows you to Master the principles and concepts of biology at your own pace.

Learn about the hierarchy of life on Earth.
Learn how cells grow, produce energy, communicate, and keep living systems organized
Learn how DNA is produced by cells
Learn how cancers develop and spread through the body's tissues
Learn how parents pass genes to their children from generation to generation
Learn about technologies like cloning and the production of genetically modified organisms (GMOs)

Course Duration: 3-6 hours 100% online: No Interactive: No Instructor-led: No Career Focused: No

Content
  • Introduction to Living Systems & The Scientific Method
  • The Characteristics of Life
  • The Classification of Living Systems
  • The Diversity of Life on our Planet
  • The Scientific Method
  • Living Systems and The Scientific Method Test
  • The Chemistry of Life
  • The Elements of Life
  • The Chemistry of Life
  • The Chemistry of Life Test
  • The Molecules of Life
  • Carbohydrates
  • Proteins
  • Lipids
  • Nucleic Acids
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever
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