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The following is a list of competencies from the SFFP Report chosen as relevant for development of a physics course for biology majors.  Follow the links to find the relevant learning objectives under each competency.

Competencies with primary relevance for Physics classes

Competency E1

Apply quantitative reasoning and appropriate mathematics to describe or explain phenomena in the natural world.

Competency E2

Demonstrate understanding of the process of scientific inquiry, and explain how scientific knowledge is discovered and validated.

Competency E3

Demonstrate knowledge of basic physical principles and their applications to the understanding of living systems.

Competencies with secondary relevance for Physics classes 

Competency E4

Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of chemistry and some of their applications to the understanding of living systems.

Competency E5

Demonstrate knowledge of how biomolecules contribute to the structure and function of cells.

Competency E6

Apply understanding of principles of how molecular and cell assemblies, organs, and organisms develop structure and carry out function.

Competency E7

Explain how organisms sense and control their internal environment and how they respond to external change.