2021-2022 Catalog 
    
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2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Biology Minor


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The Biology minor provides an opportunity for students in programs outside of the Biology Major to complement their studies with a concentration in biology. Students experience the breadth of biology by taking general biology, cell physiology, genetics and ecology. 

Program Learning Outcomes


  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of the building blocks of life, fundamentals of cells and the foundational theories of biology.
  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of organismal form, function, and diversity. 
  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of cellular structure and interactions necessary for the maintenance and reproduction of life.
  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of the principles of genetics, evolution and ecology.
  • Students will discuss and critically review biological scientific papers.

Minor Requirements (20 Units)


To complete the minor students must take General Biology I with a lab, General Biology II with a lab, Cell Physiology, Genetics with a lab and Ecology.

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