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Biology for Non-Majors II
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OutcomesShort Title
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Module 1: Define biology and apply its principlesIntroduction to Biology
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1.1List the defining characteristics of biological lifeCharacteristics of Life
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1.1.1List the properties of lifeThe Properties of Life
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1.1.2Order the levels of organization of living thingsLevels of Organization of Living Things
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1.2Discuss the history of the study of life and the diversity of life on EarthThe Study of Biology
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1.2.1Discuss the history of the study of lifeThe History of Biology
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1.2.2Explain the diversity of lifeThe Diversity of Life
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1.3Identify the main branches of biologyThe Branches of Biology
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1.3.1Identify the main branches of biologyThe Branches of Biology
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1.4Describe biology as a science and identify the key components of scientific inquiryThe Process of Science
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1.4.1Compare inductive reasoning with deductive reasoningInductive and Deductive Reasoning
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1.4.2Describe the process of scientific inquiryScientific Inquiry
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1.4.3Describe the goals of basic science and applied scienceBasic and Applied Science
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Module 2: Discuss the history of life on EarthHistory of Life
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2.1Explain the theory of evolutionEvolution
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2.1.1Define natural selectionNatural Selection
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2.1.2Describe the basis of the present-day theory of evolutionTheory of Evolution
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2.1.3Describe how the theory of evolution by natural selection is supported by evidenceEvidence of Evolution
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2.1.4Refute common misconceptions about evolutionMisconceptions of Evolution
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2.1.5Define artificial selectionArtificial Selection
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2.2Define species and identify how species formSpeciation
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2.2.1Define species and describe how species are identified as differentWhat is a Species?
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2.2.2Differentiate between types of speciationTypes of Speciation
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2.2.3Describe the process of reconnectionReconnection
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2.2.4Explain the two major theories on rates of speciationRates of Speciation
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Discuss the ways populations evolve
The Evolution of Populations
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2.3.1Describe how population genetics is used in the study of the evolution of populationsPopulation Genetics
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2.3.2Describe the different types of variation in a populationGenetic Variation and Drift
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2.3.3Explain the different ways natural selection can shape populationsAdaptive Evolution
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2.3.4Define the Hardy-Weinberg principle and discuss its importanceHardy-Weinberg Principle of Equilibrium
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2.4Read and analyze a phylogenetic tree that documents evolutionary relationshipsPhylogenies and the History of Life
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2.4.1Discuss the components and purpose of a phylogenetic treePhylogenetic Trees
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2.4.2List the different levels of the taxonomic classification systemTaxonomy
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2.4.3Compare homologous and analogous traitsHomologous and Analogous Traits
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2.4.4Discuss the purpose of cladisticsCladistics
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2.4.5Identify different perspectives and criticisms of the phylogenetic treePerspectives on the Phylogenetic Tree
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Module 3: Identify the different kinds of prokaryotes and common bacteria that infect humansProkaryotes
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3.1Discuss the diversity of prokaryotic cellsProkaryotic Diversity
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3.1.1Describe the evolutionary history of prokaryotesEvolutionary History of Prokaryotes
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3.1.2Discuss the distinguishing features of extremophilesLife in Moderate and Extreme Environments
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3.2Describe the structure of prokaryotic cellsStructure of Prokaryotes
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3.2.1Describe the basic structure of a typical prokaryoteThe Prokaryotic Cell
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3.2.2Describe important differences in structure between Archaea and BacteriaArchaea vs. Bacteria
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3.2.3Explain how prokaryotic species are identifiedProkaryotic Species Identification
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3.3Identify the metabolic needs of prokaryotesProkaryotic Metabolism
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3.3.1Identify the macronutrients needed by prokaryotes, and explain their importanceNeeds of Prokaryotes
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3.3.2Describe the ways in which prokaryotes get energy and carbon for life processesHow Prokaryotes Get Energy
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3.3.3Describe the roles of prokaryotes in the carbon cycleRole of Prokaryotes in the Carbon Cycle
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3.3.4Describe the roles of prokaryotes in the nitrogen cycleRole of Prokaryotes in the Nitrogen Cycle
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3.4Identify common bacterial diseases in humansBacterial Diseases in Humans
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3.4.1Identify bacterial diseases that caused historically important plagues and epidemicsHistory of Bacterial Disease
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3.4.2Explain how overuse of antibiotics may be creating “superbugs”Antibiotic Resistance
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3.5Identify common prokaryotes that are beneficial to humansBeneficial Prokaryotes
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3.5.1Identify foods in which prokaryotes are used in the processingFood from Bacteria
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3.5.2Describe the use of prokaryotes in bioremediationBioremediation
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3.5.3Describe the beneficial effects of bacteria that colonize our skin and digestive tractsMicrobes and the Human Body
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Module 4: Discuss the organisms in Kingdom ProtistaProtists
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4.1Identify the common characteristics of protistsCharacteristics of Protists
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4.1.1Describe the cell structure of protistsCell Structure
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4.1.2Describe the motility of protistsMotility
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4.1.3Describe the metabolic diversity of protistsMetabolism
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4.1.4Describe the life cycle and habitat diversity of protistsLife Cycles and Habitats
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4.1.5Differentiate between groups of protistsGroups of Protists
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4.2Describe the role that protists play in the ecosystemEcology of Protists
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4.2.1Identify protists that act as primary producersPrimary Producers
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4.2.2Provide examples of the protists' important roles in decompositionProtists as Decomposers
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4.2.3Describe important pathogenic species of protists with a focus on human impactsPathogenic Protists
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Module 5: Discuss the organisms in Kingdom FungiFungi
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5.1Identify the common characteristics of fungiCharacteristics of Fungi
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5.1.1Describe the common structures of fungiCell Structure and Function
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5.1.2Identify common habitats of fungiHabitats
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5.1.3Describe the mode of nutrition and growth in fungiNutrition
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5.1.4Explain sexual and asexual reproduction in fungiReproduction
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5.1.5Differentiate among the five phylum of fungi and the informal group DeuteromycotaClassifications of Fungi
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5.2Describe the role that fungi play in the ecosystemEcology of Fungi
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5.2.1Describe the importance of fungi to the balance of the environmentDecomposers and Recyclers
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5.2.2Identify some mutualistic relationships of fungi with other organismsMutualistic Relationships
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5.3Identify common fungal parasites and pathogensFungal Parasites and Pathogens
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5.3.1Describe fungal parasites and pathogens of plantsInfections in Plants
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5.3.2Describe the different types of fungal infections in animalsInfections in Animals
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5.3.3Explain why antifungal therapy is becoming less successful in public healthAntifungal Therapy
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5.4Discuss common human usage of fungiHuman Use of Fungi
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5.4.1Identify fungi that serve as foodFungi as Food
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5.4.2Discuss fungi that act as antibioticsFungi as Antibiotics
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5.4.3Discuss the use of fungi as alternative fuelsFungi as Fuel
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Module 6: Differentiate between different types of plantsPlant Diversity
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6.1Classify seedless plantsSeedless Plants
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6.1.1Describe the timeline of plant evolution and the impact of land plants on other living thingsEarly Plant Life