Life Science

40 hours, no prerequisites

 

A broad survey course designed to introduce non-biologists to key concepts, structures, and processes in modern biology.

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Topics include:

  • Definition and origin of life
  • Macromolecules and macromolecular complexes
  • Cellular organization and organelles
  • Nucleic acid replication and cell division
  • Cell migration, adhesion, and communication
  • Origin of multicellular life
  • Biological self-organization and self-assembly
  • Evolution and diversity of life
  • Genetics and reproduction
  • Techniques to study genes, genomes, and cells