Free online courseBiology Learning

Course Description

Dive into the fascinating world of biology with the "Biology Learning" course. This comprehensive program spans 12 hours and 23 minutes, offering an in-depth exploration of fundamental biological concepts geared towards learners at the basic studies level.

Begin your journey with an engaging introduction to the Biology Learning Playlist, setting the stage for a captivating educational experience. To maximize learning, the course includes valuable study tips and motivation, helping you thrive throughout the modules.

The course delves into the nature of science, elaborating on the importance of Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) in biology. It also distinguishes between the casual and scientific use of theory and law, providing a foundational understanding for future topics.

Ensuring safety in the lab is critical, so general lab safety principles are covered, alongside a detailed guide on using light microscopes. As you proceed, you'll explore the characteristics of life and embark on an exhilarating tour through the biological levels of organization.

The properties of water are explained, followed by a thorough examination of biomolecules, updated with the latest knowledge in 2023. Enzymes and their various roles, including examples, cofactors, inhibitors, and feedback inhibition, are detailed to highlight their biological significance.

Gain insight into the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, followed by an introduction to cells with a grand tour of cell organelles and structures. The course also covers endosymbiotic theory, the importance of specialized cells, and the process of cell specialization featuring stem cells.

Explore the intricate functions within the cell membrane and understand diffusion, osmosis, and cell transport mechanisms, including the sodium-potassium pump and cellular signaling. Topics such as ATP, cellular respiration (updated), fermentation, and photosynthesis (updated) offer an in-depth look into cellular energy processes.

Delve into genetics with modules on DNA replication (updated), gel electrophoresis, PCR, and genetic engineering. The cell cycle and processes like mitosis (updated) and meiosis (updated) are explained with clarity, demystifying chromosome numbers during division.

Interactive modules on alleles, genes, Punnett squares, and genetic traits simplify concepts like incomplete dominance, codominance, and polygenic traits. Learn to read a codon chart, and understand protein synthesis (updated), protein structure, and gene regulation.

Evolutionary topics such as natural selection, genetic drift, and speciation are included alongside an overview of classification systems using dichotomous keys. Explore reproduction methods, delve into the world of bacteria (updated), archaea, and viruses (updated), and understand antibiotics, antivirals, and vaccines.

Discover the diversity and structure of plants and animals, ecological relationships, cycles, and succession. Address environmental concerns with modules on biomagnification and toxins.

The course concludes with an overview of human body systems, including detailed explorations of the immune, lymphatic, circulatory, digestive, respiratory, muscle, excretory, endocrine, nervous, integumentary, and skeletal systems. Lastly, consolidate your knowledge with a stroll through the playlist, offering a comprehensive biology review.

Join the "Biology Learning."