Tompkins Cortland Community College

BIOL105 - General Biology II


This course is intended for students who plan to transfer to an upper-level program in science, environmental science, medicine, or a science-related field. Students who have a strong interest in a rigorous study of biology may also enroll. Topics include evolution, biodiversity, botany, and ecology. Substantial outside preparation for lectures and laboratories is required. Prior completion of BIOL 104 is not required. BIOL 105 fulfills the SUNY General Education Natural Sciences Knowledge and Skills Area. Students may not apply credit for both BIOL 102 and BIOL 105 toward their degree. Prerequisites: High school biology and chemistry with minimum regents exam grades of 80% within the past five years or BIOL 101; prior completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, ENGL 100 and MATH 098 if required by placement. 4 Cr. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) Fall and spring semesters.