BIOL 1107 - Principles of Biology II

1. Demonstrate an understanding of plant and animal biology, evolution and diversity of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms, and basic concepts in ecology.
2. Apply knowledge and vocabulary of biology at the level necessary for success in subsequent biology courses for science majors.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of scientific theories in biology.
4. Practice and apply quantitative reasoning skills into the process of biological investigation at an appropriate collegiate level.
5. Distinguish between primary and secondary scientific literature, including interpreting and discussing scholarly literature and writing in the style of scientific literature.
6. Formulate and test hypotheses by conducting investigations in biology that include data collection, statistical analysis, graphical presentation of results, and interpretation of sources of error and uncertainty.
7. Develop and practice scientific communication skills both orally and in writing.
8. Understand and apply knowledge of the use of biological laboratory and field equipment, and apply that knowledge in the proper conduct and interpretation of biological investigations.

1. The nature of evolution, including:
   • the evolution of populations
   • origin of species
   • evolutionary history of biological diversity
2. The origins of organismal diversity, including:
   • prokaryotic organization
   • eukaryotic organization
3. Distinguishing features among the major forms of life, including:
   • prokaryotes
   • unicellular eukaryotes
   • plants
   • fungi
   • animals
4. Basic ecological concepts, including:
   • the influence of abiotic factors on organism distribution and abundance
   • population growth dynamics
   • community interactions
   • energy flow and nutrient cycles in ecosystems
   • ecological succession
   • behavioral ecology
   • ecological data collection, analysis, and communication of results
5. Science as a process, including:
   • use of tools of biological investigation
   • distinguish between deductive and inductive reasoning
   • application of experimental design
   • analyzing and reporting findings from biological investigations