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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Catalog Information

|| Faculty || Goals || General Requirements || Program Requirements || Degree Requirements || Credit Transfer Policy || Pre-Physician Assistant Program ||

Faculty

  • Deborah Hokien, Ph.D., Chairperson
  • Lisa Antoniacci, Ph.D.
  • Jay P. Clymer, Ph.D., C.M.F.C.
  • Peter A. Eden, Ph.D.
  • Leonard G. Herman, Ph.D., C.M.F.C.
  • Michael Kiel, Ph.D.
  • Lee Benjamin, M.S.*
  • Jamie Mason Clark, Ed.D.*
  • Ann Marie Emmel, M.S.*
  • Aaron Haydu, D.C.*
  • Jason Koval, M.S.
  • Brian J. Piatak, D.C.*
  • Art Popp, M.S.*
  • Brian Spezialetti, M.T.

    *Part-time Science Faculty

Goals

The mission of the Science Department is to produce open-minded persons with specific knowledge and technical skills that relate to the natural world, and to provide an in-depth understanding of scientific advances that currently affect society. Science and non-Science students are provided scientific literacy, and are encouraged to utilize their scientific education in a globally responsible manner.

General Requirements -- All Students

All students are required to take at least a one semester course in Science and a one credit Science laboratory (total of four credits). The one credit laboratory may be:

  1. a direct accompaniment to a science course and taken concurrently with the lecture component,
  2. a "stand-alone" laboratory (no lecture component associated; only when explicitly stated in registration materials), or
  3. a course-related laboratory component that can be taken without taking the lecture component, but only when explicitly stated in registration materials

Students may also take an additional science course (but still must complete a one credit science laboratory experience) to fulfill the category III liberal arts requirement.

The courses are designed to develop scientific literacy by enabling the student to:

  1. comprehend basic science concepts, theories and principles;
  2. recognize the burgeoning science and technology in today's society;
  3. apply reasoning and quantitative skills to scientific and technological issues;
  4. be acquainted with the philosophical implications of science as a process;
  5. support a chosen viewpoint as a responsible, scientifically and technologically informed citizen.

 

Science Courses that Fulfill Core Requirements for Non-Science Students

Note that any Science course offered to non-Science majors can fulfill the core requirement. However, individual departments may have specific Science course core requirements (e.g. nursing students must take BIOL 113+L Microbiology, not listed below).

BIOL 100

Human Anatomy for the Artist (3)

BIOL 103

Biology of Human Reproduction (3)

BIOL 105

DNA Forensics (3)

BIOL 107

Sexually Transmitted Diseases (3)

BIOL 110

Principles of Biology (3)

BIOL 110L

Principles of Biology Lab (1)

BIOL 130

Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (3)

BIOL 130L

Principles of Anatomy and Physiology Lab (1)

CHEM 100

Basic Chemistry (3)

CHEM 101

Basic Chemistry and the Internet: Solutions in Cyberspace (3)

CHEM 105

Chemistry for the Artist (3)

CHEM 121, 121L

Principles of Chemistry (4)

ENVS 109

Technology, Environment and Society (3)

ENVS 210

Water: The Essential Ingredient (3)

ENVS 212

Introduction to Meteorology (3)

ENVS 215, 216

Resource Conservation I, II (3, 3)

ENVS 261

Earth Science I - Geology (3)

ENVS 262

Earth Science II - Oceanography, Meteorology (3)

PHYS 112

Introduction to Astronomy (3)

PHYS 210

Physical Science (3)

Statute of Limitations Regarding Science Credits

The Science Department will not accept science credits that are more than seven years old for all major, minor or liberal arts program requirements, without permission of the department chair.

Degree Requirements

Major

Core

Competencies

Electives

To Graduate

Biology

74

41

7

6

128

Biotechnology

72

41

7

6

126

Environmental Science

72

41

7

6

126

Pre-PA

77

41

7

6

**

Pre-Chiropractic

59 + 21*

41

7

6

134

Medical Technology

77

41

7

6

131

Secondary Ed (Biology)

58 + 27

41

7

0

133

Secondary Ed Certification

58 + 27

41

7

0

133

**21 from NYCC = 80

**Based on MS program through PA professional phase

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Program Requirements -- Majors and Minors

Major Programs

Science majors must maintain a minimum QPA of 2.33 in major courses and at least 2.00 in core courses. University policy states that to receive a degree one must attain a QPA of 2.33 in the major. Science students whose major QPA is less than 2.33 after completing four science major courses (16 credits) may not be permitted to register for upper level science courses until the minimum QPA of 2.33 is attained.
Repeating a course to receive a better grade will help with this goal.

In addition students who do not receive a satisfactory grade in an upper level major course or who drop a course may repeat one course, one time, space permitting. All lecture and laboratory course components for science majors must be taken concurrently (e.g. must take BIOL 150 and BIOL 150L at same time). In rare instances with sufficient reason and permission of the department chairperson special arrangements may be made to register for only one component of the course.

A Group of StudentsThe following majors are offered:

  1. Biology(Pre-medical, Pre-dental and Pre-veterinary track available)
  2. Biotechnology
  3. Pre-Chiropractic
  4. Environmental Science
  5. Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science
  6. Teacher Certification in Biology and/or General Science
  7. Pre-Physician Assistant

Minor Programs

Students who minor in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Science must maintain a minimum QPA of 2.33 in minor courses. All lecture and laboratory courses must be taken concurrently.

The following minors are offered:

  1. Chemistry/B.S. Biology, B.S. Biotechnology, B.S. Environmental Science
  2. Environmental Science/B.S. Biology
  3. Biology/Majors other than Science
  4. Science/Elementary Education
  5. Science/Nutrition and Dietetics

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Science Department Credit Transfer Policy

A maximum of sixteen science transfer credits will be accepted by the Science Department, with more credits accepted at the discretion of the department chair, as applicable toward any of the major science degree programs. Students from other colleges and/or universities who wish to transfer into the Science Department must have earned a minimum grade of C+ in each science course. Undeclared and/or students from other majors at Marywood must have earned a minimum QPA of 2.50 to transfer into the Science Department. Once a transfer student is accepted into the Science Department, all future Science courses must be taken at Marywood. Only in rare circumstances, for sufficient reason and with special permission from the chairperson, may a science course be taken off campus.

A maximum of eight science transfer credits will be accepted by the Science Department as applicable toward any of the minor programs. Student must have earned a minimum grade of C+ in each science course accepted as transfer credits.

B.S. Biology
The Biology Program at Marywood University is designed to:
  1. offer a broad base knowledge of living forms and of modern advances in the biological sciences;
  2. develop a sense of organization and continuity in nature;
  3. foster an awareness of the individual's responsibilities to the world and environment and
  4. prepare the student for professional, educational, high-technology and industrial careers.
Pre-medical, Pre-dental and Pre-veterinary Studies Track
The Bachelor of Science degree in Biology pre-professional track is designed for the highly qualified, student who wishes to pursue admission to medical, dental or veterinary studies.

The program also offers sufficient flexibility to prepare students for future studies in law, business administration and education, and to enter the ancillary fields of the health professions.

The student's choice of elective courses in Science for this program is based on the requirements and recommended courses of the professional schools. Advisors will assist in these choices.

A minimum of 44 credits in biology (BIOL) is required for Biology majors. A total of 74 Science credits is required for degree completion (Liberal Arts credits are also required). The following courses are required:

BIOL 150, 150L

General Biology I (4)

BIOL 151, 151L

General Biology II (4)

BIOL 410

Science Literacy Capstone (2)

BIOL 446, 446L
or
BIOL 440, 440L

Genetics (4)

Molecular and Cellular Biology (4)

CHEM 131, 131L

General Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 132, 132L

General Chemistry II (4)

CHEM 331, 331L

Organic Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 332, 332L

Organic Chemistry II (4)

PHYS 213, 213L

General Physics I (4)

PHYS 214, 214L

General Physics II (4)

MATH 170

Mathematical Applications in Biology (3)

Elect One:

MATH 201

Calculus with Analytical Geometry I (3)

MATH 216

Statistics for the Behavioral and Social Sciences (3)

Plus a minimum of 30 credits selected from:

BIOL 105

DNA Forensics (3)

BIOL 121, 121L

Anatomy and Physiology I(4)

BIOL 122, 122L

Anatomy and Physiology II (4)

BIOL 281

Living Responsibly with Biotechnology (3)

BIOL 305

Fundamentals of Neuroscience (3)

BIOL 332, 332L

Immunology (4)

BIOL 351

Evolution (3)

BIOL 421, 421L

Biochemistry (4)

BIOL 435, 435L

General Microbiology (4)

BIOL 454

Undergraduate Research (2)

BIOL 498

Internship (3)

BIOL 499

Independent Study (1, 2, 3)

CHEM 312

Environmental Chemistry (3)

ENVS 398, 398L

Chemical Analysis (3)

ENVS 420, 420L

Ecology (4)

And other courses, with permission of department chairperson.

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A minor in Chemistry requires a minimum of 18 credits selected from:

BIOL 421, 421L

Biochemistry (4)

CHEM 131, 131L

General Chemistry (4)

CHEM 132, 132L General Chemistry II (4)

CHEM 312,

Environmental Chemistry (3)

CHEM 331, 331L

Organic Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 332, 332L

Organic Chemistry II (4)

Minor in Environmental Science/B.S. Biology Program
A minor in Environmental Science requires a minimum of 18 credits selected from:

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CHEM 312

Environmental Chemistry (3)

ENVS 215

Resource Conservation I (3)

ENVS 216

Resource Conservation II (3)

ENVS 261

Earth Science I Geology (3)

ENVS 262

Earth Science II Oceanography, Meteorology (3)

ENVS 340

Environmental Law (3)

ENVS 345

Environmental Management and Policy (3)

ENVS 420, 420L

Ecology(4)

ENVS 398, 398L

Chemical Analysis (3)

PHIL 328

Environmental Ethics (3)

Minor in Biology/Majors other than Science
Students in majors other than Science may elect a minor in Biology. A minimum of 18 credits is required. Required courses are:

BIOL 150, 150L

General Biology I (4)

BIOL 151, 151L

General Biology II (4)

Elect One:

BIOL 121, 121L

Anatomy and Physiology (4)

BIOL 122, 122L

Anatomy and Physiology (4)

Plus two additional upper level Biology courses selected after consultation with the department chairperson.

 

Minor in Science/Nutrition and Dietetics Majors

A minimum of 18 credits is required. Required courses include:
 

BIOL 136 & 137

Anatomy and Physiology (6)

CHEM 210

Organic Chemistry (3)

CHEM 281 Introduction to Biotechnology (3)

BIOL 233, 233L

Molecular Microbiology (3)

The Nutrition and Dietetics student must also take 1 additional Science three credit course offered for science majors.
 
 
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B.S. Biotechnology
The B.S. Biotechnology program aims to prepare students for a career in the broad field of biotechnology. As biotech encompasses molecular research, genomics, DNA forensics, bioinformatics (biocomputing) and environmental bioremediation, as well as administration, management, patent law and other "business" areas, graduates will be positioned to compete for a wide range of positions. Moreover, graduates will receive the foundation for application to and success in graduate, professional (e.g. Med, Vet), law or business school.

Specific goals of the program are to prepare students not only with professional training (technical skills), but also to provide students with the ability to critically evaluate biotechnology advances and applications. We now live in a molecular society, in the post-genomic era, with scientific breakthroughs that affect us all. B.S. Biotech graduates will make a difference in how society uses such advances.

For the first two years, the B.S. Biotechnology course curriculum parallels that of other Science Department programs. This is to provide fundamental technical and intellectual expertise. However, the major will provide specialized Biotech program courses during the third and fourth years. Total science credits: 69

 

Pre-med, Pre-Vet, Pre-dental Track

Those Biotechnology students wishing to apply to such graduate programs are
advised to research prerequisites, e.g., to complete physics, calculus, et al., if
required by the professional programs targeted.

The following courses are required.

BIOL 150, 150L

General Biology I (4)

BIOL 151, 151L

General Biology II (4)

CHEM 131, 131L

General Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 132, 132L

General Chemistry II (4)

CHEM 331, 331L

Organic Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 332, 332L

Organic Chemistry II (4)

BIOL 440 Science Literacy Capstone (2)  

BIOL 446, 446L

Genetics (4)

or

BIOL 440, 440L

Molecular and Cellular Biology (4)

BIOL 452

Science Literacy Capstone (4)

BIOL 435+435L

General Microbiology (4)


MATH 170

Mathematical Application in Biology (3)

MATH 216
or
MATH 201

Statistics For the Behavioral and Social Sciences (3)
or
Calculus (3)

PHIL 404

Biomedical Ethics (3)

BIOL 281

Introduction to Biotechnology (3)

BIOL 401

Cell Culture (3)

BIOL 455

Senior Biotech Research Project (2)

BIOL 383

Emerging Medicines and Technologies (3)

BIOL 302

Bioinformatics (3)

Electives (minimum of 15 credits selected from):

ENVS 420+420L

Ecology (4)

CHEM 312

Environmental Chemistry (3)

BIOL 305

Fundamentals of Neuroscience (3)

BIOL 421+421L

Biochemistry (4)

BIOL 332 +332L

Immunology (4)

BIOL 105

DNA Forensics (3)

BIOL 121, 121L Anatomy and Physiology I (4)

BIOL 122+122L

Anatomy and Physiology II (4)

ENVS 398+398L

Chem. Analysis (3)

PHYS 213, 213L

General Physics I (4)

PHYS 214, 214L

General Physics II (4)

And other courses, with permission of department chairperson.

 

Minor in Chemistry/B.S. Biotechnology
A minor in Chemistry requires a minimum of 18 credits selected from:

BIOL 421, 421L

Biochemistry (4)

CHEM 131, 131L

General Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 132, 132L

General Chemistry II (4)

CHEM 312

Environmental Chemistry (3)

CHEM 331, 331L

Organic Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 332, 332L

Organic Chemistry II (4)

ENVS 398, 398L

Chemical Analysis (3)

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B.S. Biology Pre-Chiropractic Program
The accelerated Pre-chiropractic Program is designed to allow students to begin the study of chiropractic medicine at New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) during the senior year. Students study at Marywood University for three years, matriculating for 106 credits in basic science and liberal arts requirements. The fourth year is spent at NYCC. A student will have preferred admission to NYCC if a minimum QPA of 3.25 is maintained for the three years of study at Marywood. An overall QPA of 2.50 or higher is required, with a grade of C or better in science courses, as is completion of a minimum of 90 credits, for NYCC entry. A student who successfully completes all course work in the first two trimesters at NYCC, who is registered for DEAN 080 (through Marywood) during the spring semester of their first year at NYCC -- and whose transcripts have been submitted to the Science Department chairperson by February of that year, will be granted a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from Marywood. Marywood University will accept a selected 21 credits from NYCC, provided a minimum average QPA of 2.50 has been maintained in those selected courses. The student would then continue study at NYCC for two years and four months. Successful completion leads to a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree.

The following Science courses (59 credits) are required at Marywood: Students with flowers

BIOL 121, 121L

Anatomy and Physiology I (4)

BIOL 122, 122L

Anatomy and Physiology II (4)

BIOL 150, 150L

General Biology I (4)

BIOL 151, 151L

General Biology II (4)

BIOL 435, 435L

General Microbiology (4)

BIOL 446, 446L

Genetics (4)

CHEM 131, 131L

General Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 132, 132L

General Chemistry II (4)

CHEM 331, 331L

Organic Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 332, 332L

Organic Chemistry II (4)

PHYS 213, 213L

General Physics I (4)

PHYS 214, 214L

General Physics II (4)

ENGL 160

Writing Skills (3)

COMM 101

Dynamics of Speech Communication (2)

PSY 211

General Psychology (3)

Elect One:

MATH 201

Calculus with Analytical Geometry I (3)

MATH 216

Statistics for the Social and Behavioral Sciences (3)

An additional 46 credits in liberal arts are required. Normally the following courses or their equivalents will be accepted from New York Chiropractic College based on discretion of Marywood Science Department chairperson (23 credits available).

ANO101

Cell and Tissue Biology (4)

ANA 6104

Neuroscience I and II (4)

BCHM 6202

Biochemistry of Nutrition/Metabolism (4)

CHO101

Biochemistry (3)

PHY 6101

Cell Physiology (2)

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B.S. Environmental Science
The Environmental Science Program is designed for the student who is interested in a career as a professional environmental scientist, professor, teacher, research specialist, ecologist or science executive.

The curriculum provides the necessary background and experience to pursue graduate work and advanced degrees required by certain career tracks. It involves the study of biology, chemistry, ecology, geology, mathematics and physics.

For degree completion, 72 Science credits are required. The following courses are required for Environmental Science majors:

BIOL 150, 150L

General Biology I (4)

BIOL 151, 151L

General Biology II (4)

BIOL 351

Evolution (3)

BIOL 410 Science Literacy Capstone (2)

BIOL 435, 435L

General Microbiology (4)

CHEM 131, 131L

General Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 132, 132L

General Chemistry II (4)

CHEM 312

Environmental Chemistry (3)

CHEM 331, 331L

Organic Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 332, 332L

Organic Chemistry II (4)

PHYS 213, 213L

General Physics I (4)

PHYS 214, 214L

General Physics II (4)

MATH 216

Statistics for the Behavioral and Social Sciences (3)

Plus 18 credits selected from:

ECON 312

Principles of Economics I (3)

ENVS 215

Resource Conservation I (3)

ENVS 216

Resource Conservation II (3)

ENVS 261

Earth Science I Geology (3)

ENVS 262

Earth Science II Oceanography, Meteorology (3)

ENVS 340

Environmental Law (3)

PHIL 327

Environmental Ethics (3)

Additional Electives

BIOL 122+122L

Anatomy and Physiology II (4)

BIOL 421, 421L

Biochemistry (4)

BIOL 446+446L

Genetics (3)

ENVS 212

Introduction to Meteorology (3)

ENVS 300

ENVS Specialty Course (3-4)

ENVS 345

Environmental Management and Policy (3)

ENVS 398, 398L Chemical Analysis (3)

ENVS 454

Undergraduate Research (3)

ENVS 498

Internship (Environmental) (3)

ENVS 499

Independent Study (1, 2, or 3)

MATH 201

Calculus with Analytical Geometry I (3)

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Minor in Chemistry/B.S. Environmental Science Program
A minor in Chemistry requires a minimum of 18 credits selected from:

BIOL 421, 421L

Biochemistry (4)

CHEM 132, 132L

General Chemistry II (4)

CHEM 312

Environmental Chemistry (3)

CHEM 331, 331L

Organic Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 332, 332L

Organic Chemistry II (4)

B.S. Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science (MT/CLS)
The course of study in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science (MT/CLS) follows a dual track program:
  1. Students may spend three years at Marywood University fulfilling the university requirements and those of the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS). In this program, the students spend the fourth year at an accredited school of MT/CLS, gaining theoretical and practical experience in the field of MT/CLS. During this internship, students earn a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 33 credits (depending on course offerings at the accrediting school).
  2. Students who complete a baccalaureate program in Biology, and who have the appropriate prerequisites, may also apply to any accredited schools of Medical Technology.

Marywood maintains affiliation with the schools of MT/CLS at Abington Memorial Hospital, Abington, Pennsylvania and with Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pennsylvania. Affiliation with these schools does not guarantee the student's acceptance into a professional practicum program.

university ceremonyThe minimum requirements, as determined by most clinical programs are: 16 semester hours of chemistry; 16 semester hours of biology (including microbiology and immunology) and 3 credits of college-level mathematics. Biochemistry is highly recommended. A minimum of 90 semester hours of credit is required before entrance into the school of MT/CLS. Most MT/CLS schools require a minimum QPA of 2.50.

Courses in the professional curriculum provide both theoretical and practical experience in the field of MT/CLS. A typical curriculum includes the courses listed at the conclusion of this section. The MT/CLS internship counts for a minimum of 30 credits.

Marywood Medical Technology majors must fill out a leave of absence form prior to the start of their internship experience. Also, Marywood Medical Technology majors can receive their B.S. degrees on the University graduation date that follows the successful completion of their internship program. Alternatively, students are invited to commencement ceremonies in May of their graduation date, if they fill out all necessary graduation participation eligibility forms available in the Registrar's Office. In this scenario, their degrees and transcripts will be granted following completion of the remaining 9 credit summer clinical internship. All students who earn a B.S. degree will receive their certification at the conclusion of their internships.

Medical Technology students must complete all of Marywood's academic requirements before starting the internship program, including 47 Science credits. Total number of Science and Internship credits for degree completion is 77.

The following courses are required for all MT/CLS majors:

BIOL 121, 121L

Anatomy and Physiology I (4)

BIOL 122, 122L

Anatomy and Physiology II (4)

BIOL 150, 150L

General Biology I (4)

BIOL 151, 151L

General Biology II (4)

BIOL 332, 332L

Immunology (4)

BIOL 435, 435L

General Microbiology(4)

BIOL 446 446L

Genetics (4)

CHEM 131, 131L

General Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 132, 132L

General Chemistry II (4)

CHEM 331, 331L

Organic Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 332, 332L

Organic Chemistry II (4)

MATH 216

Statistics for the Behavioral and Social Sciences (3)

Additional Electives:

BIOL 421, 421L

Biochemistry (4)

BIOL 440, 440L

Molecular and Cellular Biology (4)

ENVS 398, 398L

Chemical Analysis (3)

PHYS 213, 213L

General Physics I (4)

PHYS 214, 214L

General Physics II (4)

And other courses, with permission of department chairperson.

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Teacher Education Certification Programs in Biology and General Science
Teacher Education Programs in Science are designed to prepare biology and/or general science teachers (grades 7-12). The programs are accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.

Candidates seeking license to teach biology and/or general science, grades 7-12, enroll as biology and/or general science majors and education minors. Some students may elect to pursue certification in both areas of biology and general science.

 
B.S. Biology/Secondary Education
A total of 58 Science credits is required to complete the degree, in addition to Education Department credits and Liberal Arts credit requirements. The following courses are required for all Biology Education majors. credits):

BIOL 122, 122L

Anatomy and Physiology II (4)

BIOL 150, 150L

General Biology I (4)

BIOL 151, 151L

General Biology II (4)

BIOL 351

Evolution (3)

BIOL 410 Science literacy Capstone (2)

BIOL 411B

Curriculum Methods and Materials (4)

BIOL 435, 435L

General Microbiology (4)

BIOL 440, 440L
or
BIOL 446, 446L

Molecular and Cellular Biology

Genetics (4)

CHEM 131, 131L

General Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 132, 132L

General Chemistry II (4)

CHEM 331, 331L

Organic Chemistry I (4)

ENVS 420, 420L

Ecology(4)

PHYS 213, 213L

General Physics I (4)

MATH 170

Mathematical Applications in Biology (3)

Elect One:

MATH 201

Calculus with Analytical Geometry I (3)

MATH 216

Statistics for the Behavioral and Social Sciences (3)

Elect One:

BIOL 105

DNA Forensics (3)

BIOL 421, 421L

Biochemistry (4)

CHEM 312

Environmental Chemistry (3)

ENVS 212

Introduction to Meteorology (3)

ENVS 215

Resource Conservation I (3)

ENVS 216

Resource Conservation II (3)

ENVS 261

Earth Science I Geology (3)

ENVS 262

Earth Science II Oceanography, Meteorology (3)

ENVS 398, 398L

Chemical Analysis (3)

In addition, students must fulfill the requirements of the Department of Education (total of 27 Education credits).

The curriculum requirements discussed in this section are subject to change, based on guidelines established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

 

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B.S. General Science Education
A total of 58 Science credits are required to complete the degree, in addition to Education Department credits and liberal arts credit requirements. The following courses are required for all General Science Education majors :

BIOL 121, 121L

Anatomy and Physiology I (4)

BIOL 122, 122L

Anatomy and Physiology (4)

BIOL 150, 150L

General Biology I (4)

BIOL 151, 151L

General Biology II (4)

BIOL 351

Evolution (3)

BIOL 410 Science Literacy Capstone (2)

BIOL 411B

Curriculum Methods and Materials (4)

BIOL 452

Science Literacy Capstone (2)

CHEM 131, 131L

General Chemistry I (4)

CHEM 132, 132L

General Chemistry II (4)

CHEM 331, 331L

Organic Chemistry I (4)

ENVS 420, 420L

Ecology(4)

PHYS 213, 213L

General Physics (4)

PHYS 214, 214L

General Physics (4)

MATH 170

Mathematical Applications in Biology (3)

Elect One:

MATH 201

Calculus with Analytical Geometry I (3)

MATH 216

Statistics for the Behavioral and Social Scientist (3)

Elect One:

BIOL 105

DNA Forensics (3)

CHEM 312

Environmental Chemistry (3)

ENVS 212

Introduction to Meteorology (3)

ENVS 215

Resource Conservation I (3)

ENVS 216

Resource Conservation II (3)

ENVS 261

Earth Science I Geology (3)

ENVS 262

Earth Science II Oceanography, Meteorology (3)

ENVS 398, 398L

Chemical Analysis (3)

In addition, students must fulfill the requirements of the Department of Education (total of 27 Education credits).

The curriculum requirements discussed in this section are subject to change, based on guidelines established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

 

Science Minor/Elementary Education Majors