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DRAFT 2026-2027 College Catalog - NEW & IMPROVED 
    
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BIO 113 - Principles of Biology I

Class Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Credit Hours: 4

This course is an introduction to biology for biological science majors. This course is a study of the fundamental principles of biology, including cell structure and function, bioenergetics, molecular and organismal genetics, evolutionary theory, and an introduction to diversity.

Prerequisites: Satisfactory reading and writing placement scores for ENG 101 or ENG 103, or completion of ENG 100, ENG 101, or ENG 103. Satisfactory math placement scores for MAT 102 or completion of MAT 101, MAT 102, MAT 103, MAT 109, MAT 110, MAT 111, MAT 120, MAT 130, or MAT 140. High school college preparatory biology and chemistry or CHM 105 is strongly recommended. All prerequisite courses require a grade of C or higher.
Note: Title and description designed for articulation through the Clemson Bridge Program. Labs will supplement lecture. Credit may not be earned for both BIO 113 and BIO 101. This course is offered in Fall.



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