Biology, BS

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The Bachelor of Science in Biology can be earned by the completion of biology core courses. The university Core Curriculum is followed by core courses in biology, and includes required courses in chemistry, mathematics, and physics.

Electives within the department allow training to focus on specific career objectives. Electives will be selected following consultation with a faculty mentor.

A grade of “C” or better is required in all science and math courses required for the degree.

Program of Study

Areas A, B, C, D, E, and Additional Requirements (43 Hrs)

See Core Curriculum

Area A

Required in Core Area A

MATH 1113 - Pre-Calculus Credits: 3

Area D

Biology majors must take the following courses in Area D:

CHEM 1211 - Principles of Chemistry I Credits: 3 *
CHEM 1211L - Principles of Chemistry I Lab Credits: 1
CHEM 1212 - Principles of Chemistry II Credits: 3
CHEM 1212L - Principles of Chemistry II Lab Credits: 1
CISM 1130 - Introduction to Computer Applications Credits: 3
or
CSCI 1130 - Computer & Its Applications Credits: 3

Choices

Select one:

MSCI 3901 - Technical Writing & Seminar Credits: 3 *
MSCI 3702 - Introduction to Geographical Information Systems Credits: 3 *
ENVS 3121 - Environmental Ethics Credits: 3 *
MATH 1401 - Elementary Statistics Credits: 3 *
CISM 3232 - Web Application Development Credits: 3 *
CISM 2130 - Business Information Systems Credits: 3 *
A suitable substitute approved by the advisor and department head Credits: 3-4 *

Upper Level Electives: (15-16 Hrs)

3000 or higher level science or math courses

Total: 120 Hours

*A grade of “C” or better is required

*Biology elective options (3000 level or higher level Science or Math courses) should be selected in consultation with the faculty mentor.

****Pre-med students and those who wish to pursue graduate education/research career are expected to take CHEM 2511 and CHEM 2511L and 15 hours of electives. All other students can choose one 3-credit hour course listed as alternatives for CHEM 2511 and CHEM 2511L and 16 hours of electives.

Biology, BS

Program of Study

Areas A, B, C, D, E, and Additional Requirements (43 Hrs)

Area A

Area D

Area F (17 Hrs)

Choose One (1) of the Following Two (2) Courses:

Choose Three (3) or Four (4) Credit Hours From:

Major Requirements (44-45 Hrs)

Choices

Upper Level Electives: (15-16 Hrs)

Total: 120 Hours