This course is a survey of the basic biology and diversity of unicellular and multicellular organisms. The course examines the mechanisms of evolution and interactions between organisms and their environment. It emphasizes classification, structure, function, and evolutionary adaptations of organisms to their environments (including eubacteria, archaea, protists, plants, fungi, and animals). Prerequisites: CHEM V20/CHEM V20L or equivalent, and Intermediate Algebra or 1 year of high school algebra with a grade of C or better or placement as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process. Recommended Prep: BIOL V01/BIOL V01L, or 1 year of high school biology with a grade of C. Field trips will be required. Formerly: BIOL V20B; BIOL 20B.Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

Introduces non-majors to science and scientific methodology through a study of the basic principles of biology. Focuses on student understanding of the unity and diversity of life through discussions of topics that include biological chemistry, metabolism, cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, evolution of living systems, and ecology. Examines the implications of the science of biology on human affairs. Credit Limitation - MC, CSU, and UC: no credit if taken after BIOL M02A or BIOL M02AH. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

Introduces non-majors to science and scientific methodology through a study of the basic principles of biology. Focuses on student understanding of the unity and diversity of life through discussions of topics that include biological chemistry, metabolism, cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, evolution of living systems, and ecology. Examines the implications of the science of biology on human affairs. Credit Limitation - MC, CSU, and UC: no credit if taken after BIOL M02A or BIOL M02AH. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.