Biology, Physiology and Structure Specialization (B.A., B.S.)

Departmental Requirements (38 hours)

All Students complete the Principles sequence (BIOL 161, 162, 163, 164) during their initial four semesters. Students who choose to pursue a major in Biology after completing the BIOL 101/103 sequence (non-science majors courses) will be required to complete at least two of the Principles courses listed below.

• BIOL 161 - Principles of Genetics & Evolution
• BIOL 162 - Principles of Organismal Diversity & Ecology
• BIOL 163 - Principles of Cellular & Molecular Biology
• BIOL 164 - Principles of Organismal Physiology

Additional Requirements

• 3 courses from Cell Group and Function/Physiology Group 9cr
• 1 course from Structure Group 3cr
• Topical Senior Seminar 1cr
• Other Biology Electives 6+cr

• BIOL 471 - Genetics (C)

Note

Nondepartmental Requirements (24-26 hours)

• CHEM 112 - General Chemistry I (C)
• CHEM 114 - General Chemistry II (C)
• CHEM 326 - Organic Chemistry I (C)
• CHEM 328 - Organic Chemistry II (C)

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• PHYS 111 - Introduction to Physics I (C)
• PHYS 111L - Introduction to Physics I Laboratory (C)
• PHYS 113 - Introduction to Physics II (C)
• PHYS 113L - Introduction to Physics II Laboratory (C)

• Or

• PHYS 211 - University Physics I (C)
• PHYS 211L - University Physics I Laboratory (C)
• PHYS 213 - University Physics II (C)
• PHYS 213L - University Physics II Laboratory (C)

Four-year Plan

The following is an example of a four-year plan. Students may have individual reasons for changing the order of the following curriculum. Students must consult with their academic advisors before completing their schedules.

Special Ways of Obtaining Credit

Following the procedures in the Registrar’s Office, students may receive up to 8 credit hours (but no grade) that count toward the Biology major or minor, and toward the fulfillment of the natural sciences requirement (B.A. or B.S.) and the 128 credit hour requirement. Credit is acceptable for Medical Technology, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Dentistry, etc. Credits earned through the CLEP test may substitute for credits toward the major and as a prerequisite for more advanced courses in biology. For those students submitting a score of at least 3 in Advanced Placement, College Board, 4-8 credit hours of Biology will be assigned in accordance with BOR policy.

Students may count up to 6 credit hours from upper-division BIOC and MICR courses toward the Biology major. Students majoring in Nursing, Dental Hygiene, or Medical Technology only: Seven credit hours from selected ANAT, PHGY, or MICR courses may be credited toward the Biology major or minor.