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BIOL 1408 Biology for Non-Science Majors I

This guide is for students taking BIOL 1408, Biology for Non-Science Majors I. The resources listed here will help you understand biological concepts and find success in your class.

Below are some selected ebooks and quick reference guides that will assist you with BIOL 1408 concepts. 

To Find More Ebooks in the TCC Library: 

  1. Begin on the Library homepage at https://library.tccd.edu/ 
  2. Scroll down to the box on the left that says TCC Catalog
  3. Select the "Ebooks" button 
  4. Type what you want to find in the search box, such as "butterfly," and click the Search button
  5. Click the Available Online link on the ebook you want, and then click the link under Full text Availability 
Book Cover for 50 Biology Ideas

Featuring key concepts explained in simple terms, and with clear diagrams and timelines showing major scientific discoveries within their historical context, 50 Biology Ideas You Really Need to Know will give you a complete overview of a fascinating subject.

Basics in Human Evolution book cover

Written for a non-expert audience, Basics in Human Evolution fills gaps in the readers' knowledge from various backgrounds and introduces them to thought leaders in human evolution research.

First Page of Bio Lab Basics

Bio Lab Basics is a 6-page quick guide that explains how scientists ask questions in biology, outlining the tools, terms, and major approaches used to learn about the living world.

Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide book cover

The step-by-step format of Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide is designed to help students and teachers alike easily understand complex concepts, key terms, and frequently asked questions.

Biology Essentials for Dummies book cover

From identifying the structures and functions of plants and animals to grasping the crucial discoveries in biology, the easy-to-follow Biology Essentials for Dummies lets you skip the suffering and score high at exam time.

Biology Success in 20 Minutes a Day book cover

Biology Success in 20 Minutes a Day requires a free Learning Express account to access.

Biology Super Review book cover

Biology Super Review covers the material that students must know about biology. Each topic is presented in a clear and easy-to-understand format that makes learning easier.

BIOS Instant Notes in Genetics book cover

BIOS Instant Notes in Genetics, Fourth Edition, is the perfect text for undergraduates looking for a concise introduction to the subject, or a study guide to use before examinations.

Cell Biology and Genetics book cover

Cell Biology and Genetics covers a wide area of cell biology and Mendelian genetics in a form especially suitable for first-year undergraduates. The overall theme for the book is the cell as the unit of life and its components.

DNA Demystified book cover

In DNA Demystified, Alan McHughen, an accomplished academic and public science advocate, brings the reader up-to-speed on what we know, what we don't, and where genetic technologies are taking us.

Tools for Critical Thinking in Biology book cover

Tools for Critical Thinking in Biology is a textbook for non-science majors.

Practice Tests, More Ebooks, and Tutorials

Below are two library databases with helpful practice tests, tutorials, and more ebooks for biology. Database links open in a new tab. 

You will need to set up a free account to use all the features in LearningExpress. There are several types of biology practice:

Ebooks:

  • AP Biology Flash Review
  • Biology Success in 20 Minutes a Day

Tutorial:

  • The Basics of Biology

Practice Tests

  • AP Biology Practice Exams
  • CLEP Biology Practice Exams

You will have to search within Mometrix for study materials, but it is well worth the effort!

Mometrix Academy: Click the link to Mometrix Academy on the left side of the Mometrix homepage and scroll down to the Subject Review section. The Biology Review has video tutorials on various concepts.

Search Box: Use the search box at the top of the main Mometrix page to find ebooks, practice tests, and online flashcards.