BIOL 1011: Biology II Lecture & Lab

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Biology II Lecture & Lab Course Overview

  • Biology II Lecture & Lab, BIOL 1011, is a four-credit lecture/lab online biology course incorporating an at-home laboratory component. The emphasis of the course is on providing a conceptual framework for understanding the basics of modern biology, ecology, and biodiversity so that the student will be well equipped to apply this knowledge in his or her further studies.

    *This course is considered an upper-level undergraduate course (300 level or above)

Biology II Lecture & Lab Course Outcomes

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the basic content of the discipline
  • Discuss and demonstrate how scientists solve problems in the discipline
  • Evaluate the validity of scientific arguments
  • Apply knowledge to scientific problems
  • Ask a question and develop a hypothesis that can be tested
  • Plan and conduct an investigation to test a hypothesis
  • Analyze data and apply scientific ideas to evaluate the strength of a hypothesis
  • Communicate results of scientific experiments by basing conclusions on valid and reliable evidence

Biology II Lecture & Lab Course Prerequisites

  • One semester of college-level biology (BIOL 1010)
    *    Please note these prerequisites are highly suggested and support course preparedness and success. We recommend having completed the listed prerequisites before enrolling and within the past seven years.

How do exams work?

All exams are taken online. Major exams are required to be proctored online through Honorlock. For instructions on how to take your exams online, visit UNE Online’s Honorlock page. Please note exams must also be proctored with the UNE-approved external webcam.
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How do labs work?

For the laboratory portion of the course, most weeks will also have an assigned laboratory exercise. Assessment for each lab lesson will be the questions that are listed throughout each lesson. In addition to conducting the laboratory exercises and taking the assessment, you will also need to write a lab report.

Tuition & Fees

BIOL 1011: Lecture/Lab

$1,790

  • Credits: 4
  • Tuition: $1,760
  • Registration: $30
  • Total: $1,790*

*Total payment is due in full at the time of registration. The cost of the materials is not included in this total.

Required course materials

  • Mandatory External Webcam and Whiteboard for Proctored Exams
  • Textbook
    • Biology, 6th edition by Brooker, Widmair, Graham, and Stiling
    • This e-book can be purchased directly in your course upon your course start date.
    • Note: For students who took Biology I (BIOL 1010) prior to this course, the same e-book will be used.
  • Lab Materials
    • All lab materials are purchased through your course. Please be aware that costs vary for each course and can range from $100- $500+.
As a Reminder

Complete at Your Own Pace within 16 weeks

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Courses Typically Begin Every Two to Three Weeks

Working at the pace typical for a four-semester hour course, the average student will complete this online course in approximately 16 weeks. Many students have elected an online course for the sake of flexibility. Since the course is self-paced, you may be able to complete the course in less than 16 weeks.

You may enroll for a course at any time through our self-service registration portal. Payment is needed in full at the time of registration.

You must be registered for your class by 12:00 noon EST the Monday before the class starts. Your official start date is the date that the course opens and you will have 16 weeks from that date to complete your course.

 


 

 

Questions?

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