LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO

2023-2024 CATALOG

The Academic Catalog is the official listing of courses, programs of study, academic policies and degree requirements for Loyola University Chicago. It is published every year in advance of the next academic year.

Arrupe Biology (ACBIO)

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ACBIO 101  General Biology  (3 Credit Hours)  
Co-requisites: ACBIO 111  
This course introduces the fundamental principles of Biology focusing on the field of cell structure and function, cellular reproduction, genetics, and evolution.
Demonstrate an understanding of thermodynamics and organization in living systems, biochemistry and metabolism of organisms, and cell structure and function; Explain the central dogma, heredity, and regulation of gene expression

Outcomes

Demonstrate an understanding of thermodynamics and organization in living systems, biochemistry and metabolism of organisms, and cell structure and function; Explain the central dogma, heredity, and regulation of gene expression
ACBIO 102  General Biology II  (3 Credit Hours)  
Co-requisites: ACBIO 112  
This course introduces the fundamental principles of Biology focusing the fields of evolution and evolutionary history, plant structure and function, animal form and function. Topics covered in the course include evolutionary processes, speciation, history of life on earth, plant biology, soils, homeostasis, animal biology, mammalian organ systems, community ecology, and environmental challenges as scientific and social problems.
Demonstrate an understanding of biological evolution and differentiate between the processes of evolution, the functions and interrelationships of various organismal systems, explain major concepts of ecology, and evaluate scientific literature

Outcomes

Demonstrate an understanding of biological evolution and differentiate between the processes of evolution, the functions and interrelationships of various organismal systems, explain major concepts of ecology, and evaluate scientific literature
ACBIO 111  General Biology Lab  (1 Credit Hour)  
Co-requisites: ACBIO 101  
This laboratory course introduces the fundamental principles of Biology focusing on the field of cell structure and function, cellular reproduction, genetics, and evolution. Compare cell structure and function among organisms; Study the diversity of organisms at microscopic and macroscopic levels; and use current research techniques and instruments.
Course equivalencies: BIOL 111/ACBIO 111  
Differentiate and identify characteristics among taxonomic groups

Outcomes

Differentiate and identify characteristics among taxonomic groups
ACBIO 112  General Biology Lab II  (1 Credit Hour)  
Co-requisites: ACBIO 102  
This course introduces the fundamental principles of Biology focusing on evolutionary principles and processes, cell structure and function, plant and animal biological processes, and ecological principles.
Students will differentiate between the major taxonomic groups, make comparisons in cell structure and function, identify characteristics of selected organisms and understand the evolutionary and ecological relationships among taxonomic groups, demonstrate the ability to use current research techniques and instruments to study the diversity of organisms at the microscopic and macroscopic level

Outcomes

Students will differentiate between the major taxonomic groups, make comparisons in cell structure and function, identify characteristics of selected organisms and understand the evolutionary and ecological relationships among taxonomic groups, demonstrate the ability to use current research techniques and instruments to study the diversity of organisms at the microscopic and macroscopic level