OVERVIEW
The biology program develops the scientific interest, skills, and knowledge of our students, allowing them to pursue careers in the biological sciences or medical professions. Our students are prepared for entry into graduate schools in biology or biomedicine as well as schools of medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or other related areas. Students may also focus their preparation for technical laboratory careers. Our program emphasizes strong foundations with practical laboratory skills development of our students, student use of modern sophisticated equipment in teaching laboratories, and students working closely with faculty conducting original cutting-edge research.
OBJECTIVES
The student who graduates with a minor in biology will be able to
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Demonstrate an understanding of the basic structure and function of living organisms, including the principles of molecular and cellular biology, inheritance, evolution, and ecology.
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Perform standard laboratory procedures and apply the scientific method, as appropriate.
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Apply basic scientific knowledge to problems encountered in medicine, public health, biotechnology, agriculture, and environmental science.
Our programs in biology include:
- BA in Biology
- BA in Biology (Biological Research Specialization)
- BA in Biology (Forensic Science Specialization)
- BA in Biology (Pre-Professional Studies Specialization)
Research Opportunities
Opportunities for research exist on the St. Thomas campus and with partnered universities and colleges across the state and country.
The undergraduate experience offers a hands-on approach to scientific development. Our biological sciences program offers small class sizes of fewer than 20 students. This approach allows our faculty to provide personal attention to our students in the classroom and in the laboratory. University
Small class and laboratory size also ensures that our students are well trained in the latest techniques needed by today’s scientist. The University has recently demonstrated its commitment to science education by infusing over a million dollars to equip its laboratories with modern research instruments
Curriculum
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BIOLOGY 120 credits
General Education Requirements 42 credits
Major Prerequisites 45 credits
BIO 108, 108L Principles of Biology + laboratory
BIO 109, 109L Principles of Biology II + laboratory
CHE 101, 101L General Chemistry I + laboratory
CHE 102, 102L General Chemistry II + laboratory
CHE 243, 243L Organic Chemistry I + laboratory
CHE 244, 244L Organic Chemistry II + laboratory
CIS 205 Introduction to Microcomputer Applications or
CIS 305 Advanced Microcomputer Applications or
Department approved programming course.
COM 400 Business Communication and Report Writing
MAT 205 Applied Statistics
MAT 232 Calculus I
PHY 101, 101L College Physics I + laboratory
PHY 102, 102L College Physics II + laboratory
Major Requirements 23-24 credits
BIO 325, 325L Microbiology + laboratory
BIO 330, 330L Cell Biology + laboratory
BIO 341, 341L Genetics + laboratory
BIO 345, 345L Physiology + laboratory
BIO 352, 352L Biochemistry I + laboratory
Take one 300/400 level Biology or Chemistry course.
Non-specialization seeking students must also take the following courses (11-12 credits):
BIO 230, 230L Anatomy + laboratory
CHE 321, 321L Quantitative Analysis + laboratory.
Take an additional 300/400 level Biology or Chemistry course.
prospective students