Biology

This survey course is designed for non-science students with an interest in the place of humans in nature. The course deals with evolution, genetics, cellular and molecular perspectives on biology, and examines the place of humans in the biosphere (ecology). The course consists of lectures and integrated laboratory exercises.

Prerequisite(s):

ENGL 099

Transfer to:

UBC BIOL 1st (3), Exemption from UBC BIOL 111
SFU BISC 100 (3), B-Sci
UVIC BIOL 1XX (1.5)
UNBC BIOL 1XX (3)
TRU BIOL 1050 (3)

This course is designed as one of a pair of introductory courses in biology. It deals with biological structure and function at cellular and organismal levels. The course consists of lectures, tutorials and integrated laboratory exercises.

Prerequisite(s):

Biology 11 or 12 & Chemistry 11 or 12; OR BIOL 100 (B or better) AND ENGL 099 or equivalent.

Transfer to:

UBC BIOL 1st (4), ALEX BIOL 101 (4) & ALEX BIOL 102 (4) = UBCV BIOL 1st (8), Exempt from UBCV BIOL 111, 121, 180
SFU BISC 101 (4), B-Sci
UVIC BIOL 1XX (1.5); ALEX BIOL 101 (4) & ALEX BIOL 102 (4) = UVIC BIOL 184 (1.5) & UVIC BIOL 186 (1.5)
UNBC BIOL 103 (3) & UNBC BIOL 123 (1)
TRU BIOL 1110 (3)

This course is designed as one of a pair of introductory courses in biology. It includes the study of evolution and the diversity of life on the planet, genetics, and a study of the interaction of organisms with one another and their physical environment. The course consists of lectures, tutorials and integrated laboratory exercises.

Prerequisite(s):

Biology 11 or 12 & Chemistry 11 or 12; OR BIOL 100 (B or better) AND ENGL 099 or equivalent.

Transfer to:

UBC BIOL 1st (4), ALEX BIOL 101 (4) & ALEX BIOL 102 (4) = UBCV BIOL 1st (8), Exempt from UBCV BIOL 111, 121, 180
SFU BISC 102 (4), B-Sci
UVIC ALEX BIOL 101 (4) & ALEX BIOL 102 (4) = UVIC BIOL 184 (1.5) & UVIC BIOL 186 (1.5)
UNBC BIOL 104 (3) & UNBC BIOL 124 (1)
TRU BIOL 1210 (3)

This course uses a biological perspective to analyze environmental problems and uses the framework of sustainability to address possible remedies and solutions for environmental issues.

Students will analyse the dimensions and ramifications of sustainable strategies to overcome current global issues through the study of relevant biological science topics. This course provides students with a foundation for future study by exploring both quantitative and qualitative methods used to investigate biological sustainability as well as theoretical perspectives.

By focusing on current issues and case studies from around the world this course will help prepare global citizens to engage in policy debates on environmental issues.

Prerequisite(s):

ENGL 098

Transfer to:

UBC GEOG 1st (3)
SFU EVSC 100 (3)
UVIC BIOL 1XX (1.5)
UNBC NREM 101 (3)
TRU BIOL 1XXX (3)

This will introduce students to the study of environmental science – an investigation of ecological issues and how these problems impact ecosystems.

It will also explore the importance of assessing impacts of human activities on ecosystem and potential solutions.

The focus will be on understanding marine, freshwater and terrestrial ecosystems, and their dynamic biological, physical and chemical interactions. Strategies for developing and promoting a more sustainable environment will also be discussed.

Prerequisite(s):

ENGL 099

Transfer to:

SFU EVSC 100 (3) & SFU EVSC 1XX (1), B-Sci for both
UVIC ES 1XX (1.5)
UNBC BIOL 1XX (4), Can substitute for UNBC BIOL 110-3 + BIOL 111-1 as a breadth requirement
TRU BIOL 1040 (3)

Human anatomy is the science of the structure of the human body and its parts; human physiology the science of the functions of the living human body. This course concentrates on the structure and function of the muscular, skeletal, and neural systems of the human body.

Prerequisite(s):

ENGL 098

Transfer to:

Gross human anatomy is the science of the structure of the human body and its parts that can be observed with the unaided eye. Human physiology is the science of the functions of the living human body. This course, which is the second half of a comprehensive study of human anatomy and physiology, will concentrate on the structure and function of the endocrine, digestive, urinary, integumentary, reproductive, and developmental systems of the body.

Prerequisite(s):

ENGL 098

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This course investigates the structure and function of plant and animal cells; membrane models, cytoplasmic organelles, biological information from gene to protein, the endomembrane system, secretion, intracellular digestion, endocytosis, transport processes, cytoskeleton and cell motility. Modern techniques used in the analysis of organelle and cell function are integral parts of the course.

Prerequisite(s):

ENGL 099, BIOL 101 & BIOL 102 or BIOL 101 (B or higher), CHEM 102

Transfer to:

This course is an introduction to genetics as it is practiced in today’s research labs. Emphasis will be on how discoveries are made in genetics, generally through the use of mutational analysis to dissect biological functions. Hence there is an emphasis on experimental approaches involving the analysis of crosses, and manipulating DNA, RNA and protein at the single gene and genomic levels. Principles applying to single genes will be extended to multiple gene systems and to populations. Applications of genetics to human society will be an additional focus, as well as the ethical issues arising.

Prerequisite(s):

ENGL 100, BIOL 102

Transfer to:

This course introduces the basic principles of ecological theory relating to the structure and function of ecosystems. An overnight field trip is a required component of this course.

Prerequisite(s):

ENGL 099, BIOL 102

Transfer to:

Students will learn the patterns and reactions of cellular metabolism with particular attention to the structure and function of proteins, the mechanisms of reactions, and the interrelationships and control of catabolism and anabolism.

Prerequisite(s):

ENGL 100, BIOL 101 & BIOL 102, or BIOL 101 (B or higher), CHEM 102

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Have you ever gone on an exploratory walk around the picturesque Greater Vancouver area, and discovered a distinctive flower or an exquisite insect, and wondered ‘what exactly is this specimen’? Brian Starzomski, of SFU, has created a free Biodiversity Species App and Website that could help you answer such curiosity-driven questions: greatbearrainforesttrust.org

A valuabe resource for helping student further their understanding of the principles of general biology: khanacademy.org

A fascinating source for biology videos from the world’s leading scientists. Talks include a variety of research and educational materials: ibiology.org

A resource for studying environmental and sustainability sciences: otffeo.on.ca

An outstanding resource for studying the fascinating and intricate world of human anatomy and physiology: Armando Hasudungan’s Biology and Medicine YouTube site: Armando Hasudungan Youtube Channel

An excellent source website with several additional anatomy and physiology sites embedded: dummies.com

This interactive website resource focuses on the functional anatomy and physiology of the human, while highlighting the genetic control of human cognitive function: g2conline.org

The University of Minnesota hosts a series of human anatomy and physiology review questions on this site: webanatomy.umn.edu

An outstanding interactive website that features dissections of human tissues and organs: downstate.edu

A source for gaining exposure to different styles of questions in biology and guide for best practices on how to answer these questions from UBC Biology: science.ubc.ca/students/programs/biolog