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UQU Programs
Industrial Chemistry

General Biology

BIO1101
3 hours English

General Biology

General Biology R2
2 Introduction into biology / * The Cell (History, Theory) / * Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic structure / * Types of Cells (Plant and animal)
3 Cell Biology / * Protoplasmic components / *Non-protoplasmic components / *Secondary compounds (Alkaloids, Glycosides, Tannins, Latex, organic acids, salts). / * Metabolism
4 Genetics and Molecular Biology / * Structure and function of DNA and RNA / * DNA replication, transcription, and translation / * Biotechnology (Genetic engineering, cloning)
5 Systematics / Two Kinds of Systematics; Taxonomy & Phylogeny / Role of Binomial nomenclature / Diversity of life-forms
6 Domains of Life I / * Prokaryotes (bacteria and archaea) / * Viruses and prions / * Protists and fungi
7 Domains of Life II / * Plant diversity and adaptations / * Animal diversity and classification
8 Plant Biology / * Plant structure and function / * Photosynthesis and plant metabolism
9 Plant Biology / * Growth, hormones, and development / * Reproduction in plants (pollination, seed dispersal)
10 Animal Physiology and Homeostasis / * Nervous system and endocrine system / * Circulatory and respiratory systems / * Digestive and excretory systems
11 Animal Physiology and Homeostasis / * Immune system and disease / * Reproductive system and development
12 Environmental pollution / *The concept of environmental pollution / * Types, risks and controlling
13 Ecology and Environmental Biology / * Community interactions (competition, predation, symbiosis) / * Ecosystem structure and energy flow (food chains, food webs, trophic levels) / * Biomes and global climate change / * Conservation biology and sustainability
14 Environmental Sustainability & Biodiversity Conservation in Saudi Arabia / * Desert greening projects: Using plant biology and biotechnology to combat desertification. / * Coral reef and marine biodiversity conservation: Protecting the Red Sea's unique marine life
15 Environmental Sustainability & Biodiversity Conservation in Saudi Arabia / * Wildlife conservation programs: Protecting endangered species like the Arabian leopard. / * Renewable bio-based industries: Promoting sustainable biofuels and biodegradable materials
16 Agriculture and Food Security / * Genetically modified crops (GMOs) to improve yield and resistance to extreme climates. / * Sustainable aquaculture to increase seafood production in Saudi Arabia. / * Vertical farming and hydroponics for efficient urban food production. / * Biological pest control to reduce dependence on chemical pesticides
18 Biology Lab Safety / -Lab Notebook / -Basic Biology / -Laboratory Equipment
19 Scientific Investigation Laboratory
20 Microscopes and Cells Laboratory
21 The Cell / -Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic structure / -Types of Cells (Plant and animal) / -Protoplasmic components
22 Non-protoplasmic components of cell
23 Diffusion and Osmosis Laboratory
24 Mitosis And Meiosis laboratory
25 Domains of Life I / -Prokaryotes (bacteria and archaea) / - Viruses / -Protists and fungi
26 Midterm exam
27 Domains of Life II / -Plant & Animal diversity and classification
28 Bacteriology laboratory / -Investigating Characteristics of Microorganisms Including Bacteria / -Bacteria in the Environment, / -Controlling the Growth of Bacteria
29 Cellular Respiration and Fermentation Laboratory
30 Photosynthesis Laboratory
31 Plant Growth Laboratory
32 Animal Physiology / -Nervous system and endocrine system / -Circulatory and respiratory systems / -Digestive and excretory system
1.1 Mapped to: K1

Understanding the basic biological principles through an integrated approach

Teaching Strategy lectures
Assessment Methods exams
1.2 Mapped to: K1 & K2

Recognize the cellular processes of living organisms with an emphasis on biological chemistry applications.

Teaching Strategy lectures
Assessment Methods exams
1.3 Mapped to: K2

Identify the unifying themes and key concepts of different organisms

Teaching Strategy lectures
Assessment Methods Exams
1.4 Mapped to: K2

Describe the anatomy, function, genetics, and evolution of different types of organisms

Teaching Strategy lectures
Assessment Methods Exams
1.5 Mapped to: K2

Demonstrate factual knowledge of contemporary natural science.

Teaching Strategy lectures
Assessment Methods exams
2.1 Mapped to: S1

The student will apply contemporary scientific models to describe the natural world

2.2 Mapped to: S1 & 2

Conduct the scientific method

2.3 Mapped to: S1 & S3

Solve problems, including observation, inference, measurement, prediction, use of numbers, classifying and use of space and time

2.4 Mapped to: S3

Demonstrate integrated process skills, including identification and control of variables, interpretation of data, formulation and testing of hypotheses, and experimentation in the life sciences

3.1 Mapped to: V1

work independently and as part of a team to finish some assignments.

3.2 Mapped to: V2

Awareness about conservation natural biodiversity

Assessment
Weight
Exams (mid & final) theoretical & practical
70%
Quizzes (1 & 2)
20%
Student individual reports or work
10%
Total
100%