BIOL101 The Basis of Life
Course Description
The uniqueness of life within the physical universe. The matter and energy of life, the genetic code, molecular biology, and the origin and evolution of life. An overview for students in the humanities and social sciences of those features which distinguish living organisms from non-living things. No background in the natural sciences is required.
Course Video
Video IntroductionClosed Captioned
Academic Information
Credits: 3
Distribution Area: Natural Science.
Schedule & Fee
Dates: Jun 1 - Jul 15
Class #: 3812
Course Fee: $960
Lab Fee: $0
Total Course Fee: $960
Instructor
Jessica Tenzar
jessica.tenzar@umb.edu
Book Information
  1. Biology (8th Edition), authors: Campbell and Reece, publisher: Pearson - Benjamin Cummings. ISBN -13#: 978-0-8053-6844-4.
Additional Information
This course is an introduction to biology. It will focus on the uniqueness of life within the physical universe. The subjects that will be covered include the matter and energy of life, the origin and evolution of life, photosynthesis, DNA, and mitosis & meiosis. This is an overview for students in the humanities and social sciences. No background in the natural sciences is required but is helpful.

Please note that tests are conducted on-line with the exception of the proctored final exam which is held at the UMass Boston campus. Students located at great distances will need to make arrangements for taking the final exam at an approved local site through http://www.ncta-testing.org/cctc/. Overseas students should contact the instructor directly to make arrangements.
Wimba Requirement
UMB online courses use Wimba classroom (a live discussion tool) at least twice during the semester. Information about Horizon Wimba can be found at www.dlvpc.umb.edu/wimbasupport.htm. Your course instructor will inform you about dates and times of course meetings in Wimba Classroom.