Biology Minor

Print Degree Planner (opens a new window) |

Biology Minor Learning Outcomes:

Students who successfully complete a minor in Biology are expected to be able to:

Demonstrate a general understanding of the central features of the extraordinarily diverse and expanding landscape of modern biology;
Demonstrate a general understanding of the standard laboratory tools, methodology, and process of biological research and of the basics of scientific writing;
Present the results of research clearly and effectively in both written and oral forms;
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of important principles and/or laboratory techniques in at least two different biological sub-disciplines.

The Biology Minor

A minor in Biology must comprise 20 semester credit hours in Biology, including the following:

Requirements:

BIO 220 - Organismal Physiology and Ecology Credits: 4
BIO 221 - Genetics, Development and Evolution Credits: 4
FSBIO 201 - Investigative Approaches in Biology Credits: 4
Two 300-level biology courses, at least one of which must be a laboratory course

Additional Requirements:

In order to obtain an adequate understanding of modern biology, a Biology minor must also complete 8-12 semester credit hours in chemistry courses, including:

CHEM 110 - Principles of Chemistry 1 Credits: 4 OR
CHEM 120 - Chemical Concepts 1 Credits: 4
CHEM 112 - Principles of Chemistry 2 Credits: 4 OR
CHEM 122 - Chemical Concepts 2 Credits: 4
CHEM 231 - Organic Chemistry I: Form and Function Credits: 4

Note:

All courses required for the Biology minor must be taken for a letter grade.

Allegheny College