General Biology 2

General Biology is a basic course for the first year of Department of Life Science, and consists of Biology 1 and Biology 2. It is an introductory course to learn a variety of majors in life science. The goal of this course is to understand basic terminology and key concepts throughout life sciences for studying the principles of life phenomenon. In general biology 2, the lectures focus on the structure and function of animals & plants. In particular, the course will cover animal’s physiology in detail, including digestion, gas exchange, circulation, immune response, hormones, homeostasis regulation, reproduction and development, nervous system, senses, movement. It also covers the composition of ecosystems, the interactions between various species, and the relationships between the global environment and living things. Students develop basic knowledge and inquiry skills as life science majors by learning the basic principles of life phenomena through general biology 1 and 2.