A few days ago
Anonymous

What is the difference between “introduction to” and “general” courses?

What is the difference between university courses that are labelled introduction to (For example, Biochemistry) versus the “general biochemistry” course? As well, does course labelled as “introduction to (for instance, biochemistry)” count as a full year in Biochemistry?

Thank you in advance!

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A few days ago
Anonymous

Favorite Answer

Introductory courses are courses which start at the beginning. They assume that you have no knowledge of the subject.

General Courses are courses which cover a broad range of topics within the same subject. These courses are often required for a major in which there are a wide range of specializations or concentrations available. General courses may or may not assume some level of knowledge in the subject matter.

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A few days ago
yvette b
A lot of people take the introduction courses if they are not familiar with the subject. For instance if you never took chemistry in high school, it is best to take the intro class. The “general” classes ususally have some sort of prerequesite. That is so students that have never taken the course are not overwhelmed with concepts they are not familiar with.
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A few days ago
Gerald
Before you can take a higher level course many require you first do the Introduction. .. There are no exception intro comes first or you do not advance… General–means first level and you have some knowledge…
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A few days ago
Amanda M
The first answer is right on.
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