A student majoring in biology receives a broad preparation consisting of a core of biology plus the chemistry, physics, and mathematics vital to the field of biology. This preparation will serve as a basis for entering fields such as teaching, biological research, medical, and life science-related professions.
Pre-medicine students should seek advice during the first year to help them decide if they should major in chemistry, biology, both or pre-medicine.
Students interested in high-school teaching must pursue a "life science" teaching license. This license is the only license available for biology teachers in Ohio. Most students can expect to add a semester to the four-year program to meet clinical practice requirements. Prospective teachers must begin the teacher-education program early by taking some education courses during the first or sophomore year. Therefore students should indicate to the science department their desire to teach as early as possible so they can receive scheduling advice.
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Major (65 hours)
Required biology courses:
BIO 135 Botany (4)
BIO 200 Genetics (4)
BIO 205 Invertebrate Zoology (4)
BIO 230 Anatomy and Physiology 1 (4)
BIO 231 Anatomy and Physiology 2 (4)
BIO 235 Cell Biology (4)
BIO 301 Microbiology (4)
BIO 310 Developmental Biology (4)
BIO 330 General Ecology (4)
Required chemistry courses:
CEM 121 General Inorganic Chemistry 1 (5)
CEM 122 General Inorganic Chemistry 2 (5)
CEM 221 Organic Chemistry 1 (4)
Required physics courses:
PHY 211 Physics for Science and Engineering 1 (5)
PHY 212 Physics for Science and Engineering 2 (5)
Required mathematics course:
MAT 135 Calculus 1 (5)
The above courses include one-half year each of organic chemistry and calculus. Many graduate programs would expect the biology student to have taken the full year of organic chemistry and the full year of calculus. Biochemistry is also often recommended.
Adolescent/young adult licensure in life science
(104 hours minus 7 LAS hours)
Life Science Courses:
BIO 205 Invertebrate Zoology (w/ lab) (4)
BIO 135 Botany (w/ lab) (4)
BIO 200 Genetics (4)
BIO 230 Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 (4)
BIO 231 Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 (4)
BIO 235 Cell Biology (4)
BIO 301 Microbiology (4)
BIO 310 Developmental Biology (4)
BIO 330 General Ecology (4)
Chemistry Courses:
CEM 121 General Inorganic Chemistry 1 (5)
CEM 122 General Inorganic Chemistry 2 (5)
CEM 221 Organic Chemistry 1 (4)
Physics courses:
PHY 211 Physics for Science and Engineering 1 (5)
PHY 212 Physics for Science and Engineering 2 (5)
Earth/Space Courses:
PHY 202 Astronomy (4)
PHY 203 Earth Science (4)
MAT 135 Calculus 1 (5)
Required professional education courses:
EDU 200 Introduction to Teaching (3)
EDU 205 Field Experience (1)
SED 220 The Adolescent: Development and Diversity (2)
PSY 254 Educational Psychology and Classroom Assessment (3)
EDU 103 Computers and Technology in Education (2)
EDU 332 Social and Philosophical Issues in Education (3)
EDU 305 Content Area Literacy/General Methods (3)
EDU 344 Adolescent/Young Adult Classroom Organization (2)
EDU 402 Adolescent/Young Adult Special Methods: Science (2)
All of the previously listed professional education courses, plus the completion of at least 80 percent of the licensure area course work, are prerequisites for clinical practice:
EDU 451 Clinical Practice (Adolescent/Young Adult) (10)
Courses
BIO 135 Botany (4)
An introduction to the diversity of organisms belonging to the plant kingdom. Organisms are studied from perspectives of structure, function, evolution, ecology, and importance to humans. Three lectures, one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: none.
BIO 200 Genetics (4)
A study of the transmission, structure, and functions of genes. Three lectures, one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: CEM 221 or permission of instructor. Not open to first-year students without permission.
BIO 205 Invertebrate Zoology (4)
A survey of the diversity of invertebrates, from single-celled protozoa to complex insects. Structure, behavior, and ecology will receive special focus. Three lectures, one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: CEM 121. Offered alternate years.
BIO 230 Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 (4)
An introduction to structure and function of cells and tissues. The focus is on skin, bones and muscles, and how people use and maintain them. Three lectures, one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: CEM 121, PHY 105 or permission of instructor. Not open to first-year students.
BIO 231 Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 (4)
A study of the function and interrelationships of human internal organs. Three lectures, one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BIO 230 and CEM 221 or permission of instructor. Not open to first-year students.
BIO 235 Cell Biology (4)
A study of cells including structure and function of membranes, structure and function of organelles, metabolism and energy transformations in cells, hereditary molecules, cell division, the cell cycle, and cancer. Three lectures, one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: CEM 221. This course is also listed as CEM 235.
BIO 299 Special Topics in Biology (credit varies)
By arrangement.
BIO 301 Microbiology (4)
A study of microorganisms emphasizing their structure, metabolic processes, genetics, importance as producers of disease, as well as their many useful functions in the biotic community. The lab emphasizes learning how to work with microorganisms. Three lectures, one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BIO 235 or CEM 235.
BIO 310 Developmental Biology (4)
A study of the mechanisms of development of such animals as sea urchins, frogs, birds and mammals. Organismal and cellular reproduction, intercellular communication, cellular specialization and elaboration of organs and body regions will be analyzed. Three lectures, one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BIO 200 or permission of instructor. Offered alternate years.
BIO 330 General Ecology (4)
A study of the relationship among plants and animals and their interactions with the physical environment. The role of humans in nature and effect on the ecosystem is also emphasized. Three lectures, one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: BIO 135 and junior or senior standing. Recommended: PHY 211, PHY 212. Offered alternate years.
BIO 340 Animal Behavior (4)
Social contexts of the nature and nurture of learning and behavior among monkeys and apes. Dominance hierarchies and cooperation, conflict and reconciliation within societies will be some of the topics of analysis. Three lectures, one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: BIO 105, NSC 106 or other college-level biology course, and junior or senior standing. Offered alternate years. This course may be taken as part of the Peace and Conflict Studies minor.
BIO 390 Independent Study in Biology (1-3)
By arrangement. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing in biology.
