BIO-155: Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology

Course Description

Principles of biology with an emphasis on cellular structure and function, and evolution. Topics will include cellular metabolism, molecular genetics, Mendelian genetics, natural selection and speciation. The laboratory features activities and experiments that reinforce the concepts presented in lecture. This course is one of two foundation courses in introductory biology for science majors or science-interested students. This course is chemistry-intensive and is best approached with a strong background in math and chemistry. Two class hours, one conference hour, three laboratory hours.

Prerequisites

Living Environment Regents Exam score of 80 or higher (or equivalent for students that did not attend New York State Public School), or a C or better in BIO 120, BIO 156, or BIO 148; and MCC level 8 mathematics placement, or a C or better in MTH 104.

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BIO-155 Sections for Spring 2026

With the following scheduling option(s)

4 Sections Offered

BIO-155, Section 102

CRN #25614
Traditional (In-Person)

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Seats Remaining

24

Already on Waitlist

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Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Thursday
9:30 am - 12:20 pm
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 173
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Monday, Wednesday
11:00 am - 11:50 am
ConferenceBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Friday
11:00 am - 11:50 am
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Thursday
9:30 am - 12:20 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 173
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Monday, Wednesday
11:00 am - 11:50 am
Type Conference
Location Brighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Friday
11:00 am - 11:50 am

BIO-155, Section 202

CRN #25615
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

24

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 11, Room 306
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Monday, Wednesday
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Tuesday
2:00 pm - 4:50 pm
ConferenceBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Friday
2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 11, Room 306
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Monday, Wednesday
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday
2:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Type Conference
Location Brighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Friday
2:00 pm - 2:50 pm

BIO-155, Section 203

CRN #25616
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

24

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Wednesday
9:00 am - 11:50 am
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 11, Room 306
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Monday, Wednesday
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
ConferenceBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Friday
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Wednesday
9:00 am - 11:50 am
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 11, Room 306
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Monday, Wednesday
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Type Conference
Location Brighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Friday
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm

BIO-155, Section 181

CRN #25619
Hybrid

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

24

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Thursday
6:00 pm - 8:50 pm
LectureOnline
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026N/A
ConferenceOnline
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026N/A
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 07, Room 309
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Thursday
6:00 pm - 8:50 pm
Type Lecture
Location Online
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time N/A
Type Conference
Location Online
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time N/A