BIOL 172L: Introduction to Biology II Laboratory

Discipline
Credits 1 Lab Hours 3
Designation
DY

BIOL 172L accompanies the BIOL 172 lecture course. Topics covered include: Protist and Fungus form and function; plant anatomy, reproduction and form and function; diversity of animal form and function and vertebrate anatomy, and ecology.

Prerequisites

Credit or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 172.

Corequisites

BIOL 172.

Course Outcomes
  • Demonstrate proper use of common lab equipment such as compound and stereo microscopes, and dissection techniques.
  • Apply the scientific method to design and conduct experiments, generate, test and analyze hypotheses, and construct formal lab reports.
  • Properly construct, analyze and interpret data tables, graphs and scientific illustrations.
  • Demonstrate proper laboratory safety procedures and execute proper lab protocol.
  • Demonstrate proper use of field equipment and sampling methods including transect tapes, quadrats, water quality and environmental monitoring devices, and other field gear.