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Biology
Major
 Biology
is the study of life in all its abundance, variety, and complexity.
Students in the Biology Major at Lyon College gain a broad knowledge of
biological fact and theory, from the molecular level up to the level of
populations. They develop their ability to observe, analyze, and
solve problems involving living systems.
Both
Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degreees are available in biology.
The B.S. degree is recommended for students interested in the medical fields,
a graduate degree, or employment in biologically oriented professions.
In order to be certified by Lyon College to teach biology, a student must
obtain either a B.A. or B.S. in biology and must take SCI 360, Methods
in Teaching Science.
Summary
of Requirements for a Major in Biology
Leading
to a Bachelor of Science Degree
| BIO
110 & 112 Principles of Biology I* & II with labs |
8 credits |
| BIO
250 Cell Biology with lab |
4 credits |
| BIO
252 Genetics with lab |
4 credits |
| BIO
340 Ecology with lab |
4 credits |
| Biology
Electives: choose three upper-division (300-400 level) courses under
advisement. At least two of the electives must be four-credit courses;
one may be a three-credit course. CHM 356 (Biochemistry with lab)
may be used as a biology elective. BIO 380 (Directed Research) may
not be used to fulfill the credit requirements. |
11-12
credits |
| CHM
110 & 120 General Chemistry I* & II with labs |
8 credits |
| CHM
210 & 220 Organic Chemistry I & II with lab |
8 credits |
| MTH
110 Elementary Functions |
4 credits |
PHY
210, 211 & 220, 221 General Physics I & II with labs or
PHY
240, 241 & 250, 251 Fundamentals of Physics with labs |
8 credits |
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| Total |
59-60
credits |
Summary
of Requirements for a Major in Biology
Leading
to a Bachelor of Arts Degree
| BIO
110 & 112 Principles of Biology I* & II with labs |
8 credits |
| BIO
250 Cell Biology with lab |
4 credits |
| BIO
252 Genetics with lab |
4 credits |
| BIO
340 Ecology with lab |
4 credits |
| Biology
Electives: choose three upper-division (300-400 level) courses under
advisement. At least two of the electives must be four-credit courses;
one may be a three-credit course. CHM 356 (Biochemistry with lab)
may be used as a biology elective. BIO 380 (Directed Research) may
not be used to fulfill the credit requirements. |
11-12
credits |
| CHM
110 & 120 General Chemistry I* & II with labs |
8 credits |
| MTH
110 Elementary Functions |
4 credits |
PHY
210, 211 & 220, 221 General Physics I & II with labs or
PHY
240, 241 & 250, 251 Fundamentals of Physics with labs |
8 credits |
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| Total |
51-52
credits |
Biology
Minor
The Biology
Minor is a course of study designed as a second field of students who wish
to develop an understanding of the scientific study of living systems and
organisms.
Summary
of Requirements for a Minor in Biology
| BIO
110 & 112 Principles of Biology I* & II with labs |
8 credits |
| BIO
250 Cell Biology with lab |
4 credits |
| BIO
252 Genetics with lab |
4 credits |
| BIO
340 Ecology with lab |
4 credits |
| CHM
110 & 120 General Chemistry I* & II with labs |
8 credits |
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| Total |
28
credits |
  
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