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Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ Catalog: College Catalog 2015-2016 Program: Biology (B.S.) Minimum Credits Required:__________________

Biology (B.S.)

This curriculum prepares students for the rigors of graduate school, professional schools of medicine and allied health, and biologically oriented employment opportunities. Four concentrations are available to students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology: Biological Sciences, Premedicine, Allied Health and Secondary Education (Biology Education) .

Student Learning Outcomes for Biology:

Students will be able to:

  • Recall, synthesize, and apply material from multiple disciplines including biology, mathematics, chemistry, and physics.

  • Effectively research, synthesize, and communicate scientific information with an understanding of the importance of ethical scientific practice.

  • Design and carry out experiments to address biological questions.

  • Critically analyze and formulate logical conclusions from data.

  • Effectively demonstrate common laboratory techniques, doing so in accordance with accepted safety standards.

Biological Sciences concentration

The Biological Sciences concentration prepares the student for a biologically related profession or for graduate school. The specific requirements are:

Course NameTerm TakenGradeGen EdCredit
BIO 111 - Molecules, Cells, and Animal Systems
BIO 112 - Principles of Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity of Life
BIO 211 - Genetics
BIO 324 - General Physiology

*Prerequisite(s): BIO 112 or permission of instructor.

BIO 324L - General Physiology Laboratory
BIO 412 - Seminar in Biology

*Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.

  • At least 15 credits of upper-level Biology classes with at least three laboratories
    • CH 105 - NPS Fundamentals of Chemistry: Introduction to Molecular Science

    *Prerequisite(s): High school chemistry and algebra.

    CH 113 - Organic Chemistry I

    *Prerequisite(s): a grade of C- or above in CH 105.

    CH 213 - Organic Chemistry II

    *Prerequisite(s): a grade of C- or above in CH 113.

  • (If a fourth chemistry course is required, CH 242 is recommended.)

    •  

    BIO 313 - General Ecology and
    *Prerequisite(s): 16 credit hours of biology or permission of instructor.
    BIO 313L - General Ecology Laboratory

    or

    BIO 317 - Aquatic Ecology or
    *Prerequisite(s): 15 credit hours of biology and eight credit hours of chemistry.
    BIO 335 - Microbial Ecology and Diversity

    *Prerequisite(s): BIO 235 or permission of instructor.

     

    MA 117 - Concepts of Calculus or
    MA 121 - MA Calculus I or
    MA 251 - MA Probability and Statistics

     

    PHY 103 - General Physics I or

    *Prerequisite(s): Level II math placement or completion of Math Core requirement. Students who have credit for PHY 200 may not enroll in this course for credit.

    PHY 200 - College Physics I

    *Prerequisite(s): or corequisite(s): MA 121. Students who have credit for PHY 103 may not enroll in this course for credit.

  • (If a second physics course is required, choose from PHY 104 or PHY 201.)

    • Premedicine concentration

    The Premedicine concentration prepares the student for entry into professional schools of medicine and related fields such as dentistry, osteopathic medicine, veterinary medicine, optometry, and podiatric medicine. The specific requirements are:

    Course NameTerm TakenGradeGen EdCredit
    BIO 111 - Molecules, Cells, and Animal Systems
    BIO 112 - Principles of Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity of Life
    BIO 211 - Genetics
    BIO 324 - General Physiology

    *Prerequisite(s): BIO 112 or permission of instructor.

    BIO 324L - General Physiology Laboratory
    BIO 341 - Comparative Mammalian Anatomy

    *Prerequisite(s): BIO 112.

    BIO 412 - Seminar in Biology

    *Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.

  • At least 11 credits of upper-level Biology classes with at least two laboratories
    • CH 105 - NPS Fundamentals of Chemistry: Introduction to Molecular Science

    *Prerequisite(s): High school chemistry and algebra.

    CH 113 - Organic Chemistry I

    *Prerequisite(s): a grade of C- or above in CH 105.

    CH 213 - Organic Chemistry II

    *Prerequisite(s): a grade of C- or above in CH 113.

    CH 323 - Biochemistry I

    *Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, CH 213, and an additional 200-level biology or chemistry and biochemistry department course.

    PSY 105 - SSC General Psychology
    SO 101 - SSC Discovering Society

     

    BIO 313 - General Ecology and
    *Prerequisite(s): 16 credit hours of biology or permission of instructor.
    BIO 313L - General Ecology Laboratory

    or

    BIO 317 - Aquatic Ecology or
    *Prerequisite(s): 15 credit hours of biology and eight credit hours of chemistry.
    BIO 335 - Microbial Ecology and Diversity

    *Prerequisite(s): BIO 235 or permission of instructor.

     

    CH 214 - Chemical Instrumentation or

    *Prerequisite(s): CH 213 and CH 201.

    CH 242 - Physical Inorganic Chemistry

    *Prerequisite(s): CH 213.

     

    MA 117 - Concepts of Calculus or
    MA 121 - MA Calculus I or
    MA 251 - MA Probability and Statistics

     

    PHY 103 - General Physics I and

    *Prerequisite(s): Level II math placement or completion of Math Core requirement. Students who have credit for PHY 200 may not enroll in this course for credit.

    PHY 104 - General Physics II

    *Prerequisite(s): PHY 103. Students who have credit for PHY 201 may not enroll in this course for credit.

    or

    PHY 200 - College Physics I and

    *Prerequisite(s): or corequisite(s): MA 121. Students who have credit for PHY 103 may not enroll in this course for credit.

    PHY 201 - College Physics II

    *Prerequisite(s): PHY 200 and MA 121. Students who have credit for PHY 104 may not enroll in this course for credit.

    Specific schools may require additional courses.

    For example, all pre-veterinary medicine students should schedule courses in biochemistry and microbiology. Students interested in the premedical program should consult the Chair of the Health Professions Advisory Committee. The Committee serves the following functions: 1) work jointly with premedical students and their major advisors to ensure that all prerequisites are met for entry into schools of medicine; 2) advise students on registration and preparation for medical school admissions tests; 3) assist students in the preparation and submission of applications to medical schools; 4) draft a composite letter of evaluation and endorsement for worthy candidates and forward this information to appropriate medical school admissions committees; 5) offer assistance in preparing for medical school interviews; 6) solicit and collect literature that will aid students to plan financially for their medical training; and 7) maintain statistics on medical school placement for advising and administrative purposes.

    Allied Health concentration

    The Allied Health concentration prepares the student for entry into the professional allied health science programs of Thomas Jefferson University, Widener University, and, after three years, other accredited pre-approved programs. Students interested in this program should consult Dr. Jonathon Coren and refer to the cooperative programs.

    Major courses:

    Course NameTerm TakenGradeGen EdCredit
    BIO 111 - Molecules, Cells, and Animal Systems
    BIO 112 - Principles of Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity of Life
    BIO 201 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    *Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 or BIO 111, or permission of instructor.

    BIO 202 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    *Prerequisite(s): BIO 201.

    BIO 211 - Genetics
  • One biology course (Maximum of 4 credits applied to major. All additional credits will be considered free elective credits.)
    • CH 105 - NPS Fundamentals of Chemistry: Introduction to Molecular Science

    *Prerequisite(s): High school chemistry and algebra.

    CH 113 - Organic Chemistry I

    *Prerequisite(s): a grade of C- or above in CH 105.

     

    MA 251 - MA Probability and Statistics
    PHY 103 - General Physics I

    *Prerequisite(s): Level II math placement or completion of Math Core requirement. Students who have credit for PHY 200 may not enroll in this course for credit.

    PHY 104 - General Physics II

    *Prerequisite(s): PHY 103. Students who have credit for PHY 201 may not enroll in this course for credit.

    PSY 105 - SSC General Psychology

     

    PSY 221 - Abnormal Psychology or

    *Prerequisite(s): PSY 105.

    PSY 225 - Lifespan Development or

    *Prerequisite(s): PSY 105.

    PSY 226 - Child and Adolescent Development or

    *Prerequisite(s): PSY 105.

    PSY 227 - Adult Development and Aging

    *Prerequisite(s): PSY 105.

    Fourth year on campus (Biology - Allied Health, otherwise Biology - Allied Health 3+3

    Course NameTerm TakenGradeGen EdCredit
    BIO 313 - General Ecology and
    *Prerequisite(s): 16 credit hours of biology or permission of instructor.
    BIO 313L - General Ecology Laboratory

    or

    BIO 317 - Aquatic Ecology or
    *Prerequisite(s): 15 credit hours of biology and eight credit hours of chemistry.
    BIO 335 - Microbial Ecology and Diversity

    *Prerequisite(s): BIO 235 or permission of instructor.

     

    BIO 412 - Seminar in Biology

    *Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.

  • Two biology electives
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