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In Biology at Pitt State, you may study from in variety of areas including health and laboratory sciences, field biology and environment, plant sciences,
and secondary education.
The Department offers four bachelors-level degrees:
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Bachelor of Science in Biology
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Bachelor of Arts in Biology
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Bachelor of Science in Education in Biology
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Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
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There is a common core of 30 credit hours taken by all biology majors. The core,
beginning Fall 2003, includes the following
courses:
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BIOL 211 Principles of Biology I (4 credit hours, 3 lecture hours plus one 2-hour lab)
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BIOL 212 Principles of Biology II (4 credit hours, 3 lecture hours plus one 2-hour lab)
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BIOL 311 Cell Biology (3 credit hours, 3 lecture hours, no lab)
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BIOL 322/333 General Genetics and Lab (5 credit hours, 3 lecture hours plus two 2-hour labs)
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BIOL 330 Principles of Ecology (3 hours, 3 lecture hours, no lab)
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BIOL 371/372 General Microbiology and Lab (5 credit hours, 3 lecture plus two 2-hour labs)
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one of the following:
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BIOL 656/657 Human Physiology and Lab (5 credit hours, 3 lecture plus two 2-hour labs)
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BIOL 685/686 Plant Physiology and Lab (5 credit hours, 3 lecture plus two 2-hour labs)
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BIOL 675/676 Microbial Physiology and Lab (5 credit hours, 3 lecture plus two 2-hour labs)
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BIOL 699 Senior Seminar and Assessment (1 credit hour, 1 hour)
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NOTE: Please see
your advisor early if you began college earlier than Fall 2003. Prior to
that date
both BIOL 215 General Zoology and BIOL 218 General Botany (or their
equivalent) were required.
Always consult with your
academic advisor and always be sure you are using the correct catalog year. An extract of the 2005-2007 Catalog for Biology is here.
To learn more about these fields of study, click on the links here:
SUPPOSE YOU'RE NOT SURE ABOUT A SPECIFIC FIELD OF STUDY?
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Some students do not select particular emphasis
areas during their program of study or can not decide as freshmen.
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One advantage of an undergraduate biology education here at Pittsburg
State University is the flexibility that the curriculum provides to the
student. Students without a specific subject matter emphasis can move into
graduate schools or employment with business or industry.
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Your interests will probably be one of several
areas including: allied health, ecology, genetics, microbiology, and so on.
Perhaps a more intensive search of career options will help refine your career
goals. Visit the Biology Career web pages for more
information.
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Look for a faculty member with the kinds of interests you may share to serve as an advisor. If
one area doesn't work out, try another.
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See the University Catalog for a description of Biology course offerings and a
detailed listing of required courses for each emphasis. Be sure to use the correct catalog year. See your advisor or the Registrar's Office for more information.
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Want to visit? Make arrangements with the Biology Office or visit the PSU Office of Admissions web site for more information.
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