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BIOLOGY
The biology department offers complete programs for students wanting to major or
minor in biology as well as courses needed for a wide variety of careers in the health
sciences. There are opportunities for individual research and independent study for
upper-level students, and field experience in laboratories or other appropriate
agencies as part of the field education program in the senior year.
A biology major may be used as preparation for entrance to advanced training or
direct entrance into a career. Three tracks are available. The general biology track is
designed for students seeking entry into jobs requiring a general biology background,
medical school, or a graduate school program requiring a general background in
biology. The ecological track is designed to prepare students for job entry or
graduate school work in ecological areas. The allied health science track is for
students seeking entry into various allied health science programs such as physical
therapy, medical technology, etc. Some students in this track may gain entry into
allied health schools before completion of the program.
The secondary biology education major is designed for teachers in grades 6 through
12. This program meets the major graduation requirement only for students
completing the secondary education certification program. The student-teaching
experience satisfies the field education requirement.
Students desiring to enroll in courses offered by the biology department should have
completed high school courses in biology and chemistry. Those planning for a major
or minor in biology are urged to complete at least three years of high school
mathematics and one year of high school chemistry and physics. |
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