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BIOL 225 Biology of Organisms

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Course Description

Designed for biology majors, this course focuses on the form and physiology of plants and animals, organism interactions and ecology, and how populations change over time. The tree of life is used an organizing theme. Key topics include plant and animal form and function, plant and animal physiology, homeostasis, food chains, food webs, population dynamics, natural selection, population genetics, and micro- and macroevolution.

Units: 5
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Lab hours/semester: 96-108
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra or equivalent, or placement by other measures as applicable.
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements:Area 5B
Transfer Credit: CSU/UC (Cal-GETC Area 5B)
C-ID: BIOL 140; BIOL 135 S (both BIOL 225 + 230)