Biology 196 began a transformation last Fall. Importantly, Biology 196 no longer requires a Biology 189 prerequisite. BIOL 196 is now considered the introductory freshman biology course for science majors at CSN and UNLV. The 189 course is only required for students in allied health programs.

The science section of the Cheyenne campus has also undergone a transformation, and my sections of 196 are taught in brand new lecture halls and labs!

At this website you will find lecture notes, links to grades, syllabi, schedules, etc. Please check the frequently asked questions page (especially if you are trying to get into this class) and make sure you have the appropriate software.


Required materials:

• Textbook: Campbell, Biology with MasteringBiology® (ninth edition), copyright 2010 ISBN-13: 9780321558145.

If you have an older version you could use that, however you won’t have access to any of the online material the publisher provides. Also, its worth noting here that the same textbook is used for the Biology 197 course at CSN. We arranged that specifically to try and save money for the students.


• An iClicker 2. We will be using this for quizzes in the lecture, and you must have it to receive the points. The iClicker can be purchased in the campus bookstore.