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Foundations of Modern Biology I


Course Overview

Foundations in Biology I
Foundations in Biology I

Major topics include: biomolecules, cell structure and function, energy metabolism, and cell reproduction.

This course will provide a topic-driven overview of evolution, molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, genetics, and ecology. LECTURE will address major issues in human biology, medicine, evolution, and ecology, with an emphasis on the basic principles and critical thinking involved in modern biological discovery. 

Course Information

Course Number:
BIOL 141
Credit:
3
Grading:
Letter-based Grading A-F
Categories:
  • Sciences
Prerequisite:
HS Biology
Lab Requirement:
In person (must be local to Atlanta)

Program Information

Summer College Program

Emory Summer College is a nonresidential program in which exceptional high school students, who have completed their sophomore or junior year, may enroll in Emory undergraduate courses and earn college credit.

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Course Dates and Details

ProgramCourse DatesClass TimeFormatStatus
Summer College ProgramSession 1:
Sat, May 17 - Thu, Jun 26, 2025
  • TuTh 9:45am-11:15am
onlineopen

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