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
61345	May 1, 2021 to August 31, 2021	See full schedule	Brown, Michael
61359	July 1, 2021 to October 31, 2021	See full schedule	Turone, Ellen
61365	August 1, 2021 to November 30, 2021	See full schedule	Hills, KJ
70552	September 7, 2021 to October 28, 2021	Delivery: In-class See full schedule	Lawrence, Gary
70559	September 7, 2021 to October 28, 2021	Delivery: In-class See full schedule	Lawrence, Gary
70553	September 7, 2021 to October 28, 2021	Delivery: In-class See full schedule	Colombo, Greg

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
60902	May 3, 2021 to June 24, 2021	See full schedule	Lawrence, Gary
60903	May 3, 2021 to June 24, 2021	See full schedule	Lawrence, Gary
61353	June 1, 2021 to September 30, 2021	See full schedule	Brown, Michael

* 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:

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