BIO-156: Introduction to Organismal Biology and Ecology

Course Description

Principles of biology with an emphasis on the diversity of life, the structure and function of plants and animals, and general ecological principles. 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 may also fulfill a natural science elective for science-interested students. 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 or BIO 155.

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BIO-156 Sections for Spring 2026

With the following scheduling option(s)

3 Sections Offered

BIO-156, Section 202

CRN #25623
Traditional (In-Person)

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Seats Remaining

24

Already on Waitlist

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Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 08, Room 200
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Tuesday, Thursday
12:30 pm - 1:20 pm
ConferenceBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 315
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Friday
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 315
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Tuesday
2:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 08, Room 200
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday, Thursday
12:30 pm - 1:20 pm
Type Conference
Location Brighton Campus
Building 07, Room 315
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Friday
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 07, Room 315
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday
2:00 pm - 4:50 pm

BIO-156, Section 181

CRN #25624
Hybrid

Instructor(s)

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Seats Remaining

24

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 315
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Wednesday
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 315
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Wednesday
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

BIO-156, Section 203

CRN #35612
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

24

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
ConferenceBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 315
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Friday
11:00 am - 11:50 am
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 08, Room 200
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Tuesday, Thursday
12:30 pm - 1:20 pm
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 315
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Thursday
2:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Type Conference
Location Brighton Campus
Building 07, Room 315
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Friday
11:00 am - 11:50 am
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 08, Room 200
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday, Thursday
12:30 pm - 1:20 pm
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 07, Room 315
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Thursday
2:00 pm - 4:50 pm