This three-credit course covers the lecture component of Biology I. The laboratory component is offered as a separate course (BIOL 1213). Students will learn the basic principles of biology, primarily in the domain of microbial, plant and animal biology. Lecture topics include: biological diversity; plant form and function; animal form and function, including digestion, respiration, immune responses, excretion, endocrinology, reproduction, and neurology. The study of life forms is presented in the context of the principles of evolution and ecology and emphasizes the importance of interactions among organisms. This course contains visual elements, such as the memorization and interpretation of visual data, which rely on vision skills to complete. If you have a visual impairment and are considering registering for this course, it is recommended that you reach out to Accessibility Resources and Services (Disability.Services@sunyempire.edu) in advance of registration to determine if this course is appropriate and what alternatives may be available. This Biology II lecture course complements the lab component (BIOL 1213) and can be taken concurrently with or before the lab course. Prerequisites: Biology I (BIOL 1210) or equivalent.