Biology 12 - Part 1 (BIOL 0983)

This course introduces the student to the study of the cell. Students examine cell structure, metabolism and genetics. The course explores diets and family hereditary patterns, linking both to the blueprint of life itself, DNA. Topics addressed include basic chemistry, biochemistry, nutrition, immunology, cancer, the human genome, genetic engineering, and metabolic pathways.

Both Biology 0983 and Biology 0993 are required for completion of ABE Provincial level Biology.

Biology 0983 and Biology 0993 can be taken at the same time or in any order.

Course code: BIOL 0983

Credits: 4.0

Length: 96.0 hours

Course outline: https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=BIOL&number=0983

Campus: Broadway

Prerequisites

Biology 11 (BIOL 0861/0871 or equivalent), English 10 (ENGL 059, an ELA score of 127, or equivalent);
Math 10 (Foundations of Mathematics & Precalculus 10, MATH 0750/0751, or equivalent).

Chemistry 0861/0871 is recommended.
English 11 is strongly recommended

Schedule †

BIOL 0983 schedule for programs:

HMFT
LNCT

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
71217	September 1, 2021 to January 31, 2022	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu \| 9:00 am - 9:00 pm See full schedule	Bhanot, Manav
70552	September 7, 2021 to October 28, 2021	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu \| 8:30 am - 10:30 am Delivery: In-class/Online See full schedule	Lawrence, Gary
70559	September 7, 2021 to October 28, 2021	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu \| 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Delivery: In-class/Online See full schedule	Lawrence, Gary
70553	September 7, 2021 to October 28, 2021	Tue, Thu \| 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Delivery: In-class/Online See full schedule	Lum, Elaine
71224	October 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu \| 9:00 am - 9:00 pm See full schedule	Silver, Lisa
71233	November 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu \| 9:00 am - 9:00 pm See full schedule	Silver, Lisa

Schedule †

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
44442	January 4, 2022 to February 24, 2022	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu \| 8:30 am - 10:30 am Delivery: In-class/Online See full schedule	Lawrence, Gary
44443	January 4, 2022 to February 24, 2022	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu \| 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Delivery: In-class See full schedule	Lawrence, Gary
44444	January 4, 2022 to February 24, 2022	Mon, Wed \| 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Delivery: In-class/Online See full schedule	Lum, Elaine

* Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

† 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.

Biology 12 - Part 1 (BIOL 0983)

Prerequisites

Schedule †

BIOL 0983 schedule for programs:

Schedule †

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