Biology 11 Part 1 (BIOL 0861)

This course provides an introduction to biology from an ecological perspective. Students study evolution; the origin of life; cell biology; viruses, bacteria, protists and fungi; local land and aquatic ecosystems, including native species identification. Field trips provide students with opportunities to explore local ecology and analyze and interpret data collected.

Biology 0861 and Biology 0871 can be taken at the same time or in any order.

Both Biology 0861 and Biology 0871 are required for completion of the equivalent of ABE Advanced Level Biology.
Course code: BIOL 0861
Credits: 4.0
Length: 96.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=BIOL&number=0861

Prerequisites

MATH 0751, Foundations of Math & Precalculus 10 or equivalent; English 10 or equivalent.

Schedule 1†

BIOL 0861 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
41629January 6, 2025
to April 24, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A		Potter, Chris
41727February 3, 2025
to April 24, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A		Potter, Chris
41823March 3, 2025
to April 24, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A		Potter, Chris

Schedule 2†

BIOL 0861 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
61257May 5, 2025
to June 27, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A		Lum, Elaine

Additional Information

  • Classification Systems and Major Taxonomic Groups
    Evolution (Evidence and Mechanisms)
    Origins of Life
    Cell Biology, including:
    - Cell Theory,
    - Major Structures/Functions In Prokaryotic And Eukaryotic Cells
    - Levels of Biological Organization
    - Introduction to Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
    - Cell Division
    Viruses & Bacteria (*bacteria and microscopy laboratory)
    Protists (*Laboratory - microscopic observation of living and prepared protists)
    Fungus
    Algae, Bryophytes, Ferns, Gymnosperms, and Angiosperms (self-paced only)
    General Ecology (Energy flow, Nutrient cycling, Biosphere, Biomes, Climate, Succession)
    Ecosystems and Local Ecology (Forests, Bogs, Freshwater Ecosystems) (*at least two Field trips to
    forest, bog and or pond ecosystems including field note taking,experimental methodology, and reporting)
    Ecological Issues (the last three Ecology topics are covered in class-based only)

For class based courses, please apply online or in person and provide official transcripts.

For Self-paced courses, please phone 604.871.7366.

For courses at Broadway Youth Centre, please phone 604.709.5640 or email ABEYouth@vcc.ca.

For Visually Impaired courses, please call 604.871.7338 or drop by the Broadway campus during regular business hours to speak with the services coordinator for students with disabilities..

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

This course is tuition free! Some fees apply: *

  • College Initiative: $8.50/course
  • Campus Resource: $9.60/course
  • Student Union: $69/term
  • UPass: $180/term (if applicable)

 

* Note: fees are approximate and subject to change.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.