Bachelor of Science in Biology
Angola, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 33,650 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* full-time tuition based on 12-18 credit hours per semester
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Introduction
Study the miracle of life with a biology degree
The Bachelor of Science with a major in the biology program at Trine University takes you deep into science and explains its miracles. How can a living organism, composed of the same elements in similar proportions to a piece of rock, think and live, while the rock is inert? The study of biology explains this miracle, taking you beyond merely studying organisms and their environment.
The experience: State-of-the-art technology and research opportunities
Our program uses new technology to train you. From recombinant DNA techniques in gene cloning and chromosomal genetics to virtual dissections of digitized cadavers, you will use cutting-edge equipment in our laboratories. As a senior, you will participate in a research project and may partner with local companies, organizations, and/or research laboratories.
Curriculum
The degree: Classic principles with the latest advancements
In the Bachelor of Science with a major in biology, you'll explore the latest advancements in ecology, microbiology, genetics, pathology, and molecular biology, among others. You will receive a broad education in basic areas of biology and then be able to go in-depth into the sub-disciplines of your choice. In all courses, background knowledge will be followed by application to contemporary issues and problems.
Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science with a major in biology curriculum requires the completion of 120 hours of courses covering a wide variety of biology disciplines. The average course load is 15 hours based on eight semesters (suggested four-year plan-update pending).
General Education Requirements – 32 credit hours
- CH 104 General Chemistry I and Laboratory
- CH 114 General Chemistry II and Laboratory
- ENG 133 Technical Communication
- OR ENG 143 College Composition
- ENG 153 Introduction to Literature
- HUM 203 Humanities Seminar
- MA 113 College Algebra
- MA 123 Trigonometry
- SP 203 Effective Speaking
- OR COM 163 Interpersonal Communication
- PSY 113 Principles of Psychology
- Humanities or Social Sciences Elective- 3 credit hours
Content Requirements - 88 hours
- Biology Core – 47 credit hours
- UE 101 University Experience
- BIO 114 Principles of Biology I and Laboratory
- BIO 124 Principles of Biology II and Laboratory
- BIO 202 Introduction to Biological Literature and Communication
- BIO 274 General Ecology and Laboratory
- BIO 302 Professional Practice in Science
- BIO 343 Cell Biology
- BIO 414 Genetics and Laboratory
- CH 204 Organic Chemistry I and Laboratory
- MA 253 Statistics
- PH 154 College Physics I and Laboratory
- PH 164 College Physics II and Laboratory
- SCI 412 Senior Research Seminar and SCI 422 Senior Research Project
- OR SCI 434 Science Internship
Choose one of the following natural science courses - 4 credit hours:
- BIO 214 Conservation and Laboratory
- BIO 284 Aquatic Biology and Laboratory
- BIO 334 Environmental Biology and Laboratory
Choose one of the following three tracks in addition to the Biology Core:
Traditional Track - 41 credit hours
Choose one of the following physiology courses - 4 credit hours:
- BIO 304 Plant Biology and Laboratory
- BIO 384 Human Anatomy & Physiology I and Laboratory
Choose one of the following organism courses - 4 credit hours:
- BIO 304 Plant Biology and Laboratory
- BIO 314 Animal Biology and Laboratory
- BIO 324 Microbiology and Laboratory
Biology Electives - 10 credit hours
Chemistry or Math Elective - 4 credit hours
Unrestrictive electives - 19 credit hours
Physician Assistant Track – 41 credit hours
- BIO 163 Medical Terminology
- BIO 324 Microbiology and Laboratory
- BIO 384 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Laboratory
- BIO 394 Human Anatomy and Physiology II and Laboratory
- BIO 434 Biochemistry I and Laboratory
- Unrestrictive electives - 14-15 credit hours
Choose two of the following courses - 7-8 credit hours:
- BIO 364 Toxicology and Laboratory
- BIO 404 Embryology and Laboratory
- BIO 443 Pathology
- BIO 454 Molecular Biology and Laboratory
Physical Therapy Track - 41 credit hours
- BIO 324 Microbiology and Laboratory
- BIO 364 Toxicology and Laboratory
- BIO 384 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Laboratory
- BIO 394 Human Anatomy and Physiology II and Laboratory
- ENG 453 Advanced Composition
- Biology electives - 3 credit hours
- Chemistry or Math Electives - 4 credit hours
- Unrestrictive electives - 15 credit hours
Pre-Medical Track - 41 credit hours
- BIO 434 Biochemistry I and Laboratory
- CH 214 Organic Chemistry II and Laboratory
- MA 134 Calculus I
- PHL 313 Ethics
- SOC 103 Principles of Sociology
- Biology Electives - 4 credit hours
- Unrestrictive electives - 11 credit hours
Choose one of the following physiology courses - 4 credit hours:
- BIO 304 Plant Biology and Laboratory
- BIO 384 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Laboratory
Choose one of the following organism courses - 4 credit hours:
- BIO 304 Plant Biology and Laboratory
- BIO 314 Animal Biology and Laboratory
- BIO 324 Microbiology and Laboratory
Program Outcome
The result: Work or research in the public and private sectors
A degree in biology prepares you for work in government and industry, such as pharmaceutical sales, teaching, environmental management and conservation, forensic science, and research. It is a valuable foundation for graduate programs in all pre-health fields (medicine, dental, physician assistant, etc.) and in other sub-specialties such as veterinary medicine, genetics, conservation, and marine biology.
Career Opportunities
Bachelor of Science with a major in biology career possibilities
- Lab technician (industrial and governmental agencies)
- Health safety specialist
- Research analyst
- Sales/technical support staff member
- Health-related careers
- Education fields
Internships
Wetland Initiative Internship
The Wetlands Initiative is a conservation organization based in Chicago, Illinois. The internship may involve any aspect of conservation, particularly the restoration of native communities.
Internship duties may include nuisance species control or removal, propagation of common or rare species, including seed collection, greenhouse production, a field installation, data collection on various research projects, or any other activities as necessary. Most projects are relatively large, usually hundreds to thousands of acres. Supervision is mainly done by William Sluis, Ph.D., Trine University.
Past Internships
- Many other internships and research opportunities have revolved around lake water quality or environmental quality.
- Brandi Kunce Foster, a 2006 graduate, did a summer internship with Pokagon State Park in their wastewater treatment plant.
- At Astbury Water Technology, Natalie Bramel, a 2010 graduate, tested drinking water for contaminants and wastewater for suspended solids and bacteria.
- As the ecology director at Camp Chief Little Turtle, Courtney Daniels (class of 2012) not only gained experience in her chosen field and confidence in herself, she helped change the lives of over 1,000 boy scouts over the course of the summer internship at the camp.
- Other students have done independent research projects with individual professors at Trine.
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