Introduces the fundamental concepts underlying biology and the relevance of these concepts to the student as a member of our global society. Includes the basic chemistry of the cell, cell structure and metabolism, molecular biology, genetics, the origin and evolution of living things, and ecological principles. Applicable as science lecture and laboratory credit for non-majors. Not appropriate for biology majors. Credit may be earned in BIO 111W or BIO 111HW but not in both.