Program Overview

Program Overview

The program in question is the "Introduction to Life Sciences Experiment" (elective), a general education course open to all undergraduate students. It falls under the "Bo Ya Ji Yi" course category at Zhejiang University.

Course Objectives

The primary objective of this course is to introduce students to the fundamental systems and latest technological advancements in life sciences from an experimental perspective. By doing so, it aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the knowledge structure and technical methods in the field of life sciences, thereby laying a solid foundation for building a complete knowledge structure and enhancing overall comprehensive quality.

Course Design

The course is designed with eight experimental units, including:

• Plant Biology
• Animal Biology
• Plant Physiology
• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• Microbiology
• Biochemical Detection
• Physiology These units encompass 18 small experiments. The focus is on showcasing classic experiments and phenomena in natural science and life exploration, deepening students' understanding of the environment, nature, and life, and facilitating the transformation of knowledge into ability and quality.

Teaching Team

The course teaching team consists of several members, including:

• Chen Can (Course Leader)
• Lu Jianping
• Jiang Qinsu
• Zhu Xufeng
• Xu Cheng
• Lin Xiaoqing
• Sun Yi
• Yu Luyang
• Yang Fan
• Bian Hongwu
• Jiang Jinhuo
• Zhao Xiaoli
• Jin Wentao
• Ying Yuhui

Additional Information

This course is part of the Zhejiang University "Bo Ya Ji Yi" curriculum, aiming to provide students with a broad-based education that combines knowledge and practice, emphasizing the importance of experimental learning in understanding life sciences. The course is supported by the Zhejiang University Biology National Experimental Teaching Demonstration Center.