Course Format: Lecture: 11:15A-12:30P, TR, JH 124 (about 300 students) plus
one learning group, where students undertake various kinds of group
learning exercises.

Prerequisites: High school biology is helpful.  Some college chemistry or
excellent high school chemistry is desirable.

Course Description: This is a rigorous introductory course in biology that
is designed for science majors.  The pace is brisk and I expect students to
learn both context and detail.  Exams will test the students' ability to
apply the information covered to new situations.  We consider the unifying
principles of biology: biological molecules, basic metabolic pathways, cell
structure and function, membranes, genetics, growth and development, plan
form and function, comparative animal physiology.

Required Text: "Biology" fifth edition by Campbell.

Weekly Assignments: Attend lecture. Read text. Participate in a learning
group.  About every other week a problem set is due.

Exams/Papers: Three one-hour exams and a comprehensive final.  A few
learning groups involve completing projects.