The field of biomedical sciences combines natural sciences and health sciences, focusing on how knowledge of biological principles can be used to better treat diseases, understand illnesses, and drive medical innovation. A solid scientific foundation is essential for future success in professional health careers such as medical doctor, pharmacist, physician assistant, physical or occupational therapist, dentist, veterinarian, or genetic counselor.
The Biomedical Sciences concentration of our Biology degree program is designed for future health professionals, whether they want to directly improve the lives of patients, develop groundbreaking medical treatments and technologies, or become a leader in clinical research. With coursework that integrates advanced biological theory, hands-on research experiences, and emerging healthcare innovations, students learn the skills they need to succeed in the next steps of their professional journey.
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May need 1 year high school chemistry and chemistry placement or math placement. Laws and concepts of chemistry and their application to chemical systems. The liquid and solid states, phase changes and phase diagrams, topics in the chemistry of materials, oxidation-reduction chemistry, electrochemistry, chemical thermodynamics and gas-phase equilibrium. Lect. 3 hrs., Workshop 1 hr., 3 hours credit. The following courses can be taken concurrently with this course: MCS 1074, MCS 1414, MCS 1424.
CHM1213
3
University Chem 1 Lab – Laboratory experiments supporting topics covered in CHM1213. Lab 3 hrs. The following course can be taken concurrently with this course: CHM 1213.
CHM1221
1
Must have one high school science course. The basic structure, chemistry and energetics of a cell. Mechanisms of inheritance, gene structure and function, and Mendelian genetics, Origin and history of life, mechanisms evolution, and introduction to systematics. Lecture 3 hrs, Lab 3 hrs.
BIO1213
3
Course not found.
BIO1221
1
Topics include, limits and continuity, differentiation of algebraic and transcendental functions, mean value theorem, applications of differentiation, anti-derivatives, indefinite integrals, inverse trigonometric functions, substitutions, definite integrals, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, applications of integration. Applications will be emphasized. In addition to regular class meetings, all students are required to participate in calculus lab sessions. The schedule, frequency, and modality of these labs may vary by section. Refer to the class schedule and course syllabus for details.
MCS1414
4
-OR-
Must have placement. Limits and continuity, differentiation, curve sketching, applications of differentiation, integration, methods and applications of integration, multivariable calculus. No credit after completion of MCS1414. Lecture: 4 hrs
MCS1224
College Composition develops students’ acquisition of the fundamental principles of academic writing. This course focuses on the development of writing thesis statements and main arguments, topic sentences, transitional words and phrases, supporting paragraphs, use of evidence, essay organization, and research skills. Extensive writing and research practice is required.
COM1103
3
Introduction to scientific thinking with emphasis on collaboration, community, and scientific communication. Hands-on experiments and laboratory safety. Exploration of institutional resources and active areas of scientific research at LTU.
PSC1161
1
Total Credits:
16
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Modern concepts of molecular-orbital theory and spectroscope methods. The solution state and colligative properties of solutions, and solution-phase equilibrium theory applied to solubility, chemical kinetics, acids and bases, and complex formation. Descriptive chemistry of the main-group and transition elements. Lecture 3 hrs.
CHM1223
3
Laboratory experiments supporting topics covered in CHM1223. Lab 3 hrs. 1 hour credit. The following course can be taken concurrently with this course: CHM 1223.
CHM1231
1
Must have one high school science course. The biology, structure, physiology, development and reproduction of plants. Animals anatomy and physiology including nervous system, gas exchange, excretion, the circulatory system, and reproduction. An introduction to animal behavior and the impact of pollution. Survey of ecology, biogeography, and population biology, conservation biology. Lecture 3 hrs.
BIO1223
3
Course not found.
BIO1231
1
This course covers descriptive statistics, probability, and probability distributions with an emphasis on statistical inference such as confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression, chi-square tests, t-and F-distributions, and selected nonparametric tests.
MCS2124
4
A historical survey that develops students’ abilities to critically engage texts of the ancient global world, placing an emphasis on the way these texts reflect their context and human experience. Readings may draw from philosophy, history, literature, visual art, and more. Class activities include reading of primary sources, seminar discussion, and writing in various genres. May be taken concurrently with COM 1103.
HUM1213
3
Total Credits:
15
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Fundamental concepts and definitions embodying a mechanistic approach to the reactions of aliphatic and aromatic compounds. Lect. 3 hrs., Workshop 1 hr, 3 hours credit.
CHM2313
3
Course not found.
CHM2311
1
Programmed approach to general medical terminology with emphasis on applied health specialties. Review of common medical terms, prefixes, suffixes and roots.
HHS1013
3
“Algebra based kinematics and dynamics of particles, work, energy, bodies in equilibrium, rotational motion, thermal energy and thermodynamics.
3 Credit Hours. Lect. 3 hrs.
PHY2213
3
Introductory laboratory covering experiments to complement College Physics 1. 1 Credit Hours. Lab 2 hrs. The following course can be taken concurrently with this course: PHY 2213.
PHY2221
1
SSC Elective
SSC2XX3
3
A historical survey that develops students’ abilities to engage texts of the modern global world, placing an emphasis on the way these texts reflect their context and human experience. Readings may draw from philosophy, history, literature, visual art, photography, film, digital media, and more. Class activities include reading of primary sources, seminar discussion, and writing in various genres. May be taken concurrently with COM 1103.
HUM1223
3
Total Credits:
17
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Course #
Credits
Function and structure of micro-organisms including bacteria, algae, protozoa and viruses, including how they interact with their environment including higher organizations; ecology or micro-organisms; their beneficial and harmful effects. Lecture 3 hrs.
BIO2313
3
Course not found.
BIO2321
1
Mechanisms with emphasis on functional groups, spectroscopic methods and structural proofs; selected topics with special emphasis on instrumental approaches to organic problems, organic compounds of biochemical significance. Lect. 3 hrs. Workshop 1 hr. 3 hours credit
CHM2323
3
Course not found.
CHM2321
1
“Algebra based simple harmonic motion, waves and sound, geometric optics, electric charge, current, DC Circuits, magnetism, and electromagnetic induction. 3 Credit Hours. Lecture 3 hrs.
PHY2223
3
Introductory lab covering experiments compatible with College Physics 2. 1 Credit Hours. Lab 2 hrs. The following course can be taken concurrently with this course: PHY 2223.
PHY2231
1
LLT Elective
LLT2XX3
3
Total Credits:
15
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The fundamental structure and function of the human body for students preparing for professions in the biomedical sciences. The basic structure and function of the Integumentary, Skeletal, Muscular, Nervous and Cardiovascular systems will be examined. BIO3203 can be taken prior to or after BIO3303.
BIO3203
3
Physiological experimentation of the Integumentary, Skeletal, Muscular, Nervous and Cardiovascular systems. Anatomical dissections and histology will also be included.
BIO3201
1
Chemistry of biologically important molecules, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Bioenergetics, the genetic code, and enzyme catalysis. Lect. 3 hrs. 3 hours credit
CHM3403
3
Course not found.
CHM3411
1
Advanced Mendelian Genetics, Linkage Analysis, Chi-Square goodness of fit testing, basic genetic materials and their function, the molecules (DNA, RNA and proteins) which govern how genes influence traits and heredity and their physical organization into chromosomes, genetic recombination, mutations and their repair, biotechnology and genomics as they relate to genetics.
BIO3323
3
Prerequisite: None. Introduction to the study of motives at work in human behavior; understanding of perception, reasoning, memory, consciousness, intelligence, psychopathology, and individual differences. Lecture 3 hours. 3 hours credit
PSY1213
3
Total Credits:
14
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Course #
Credits
Technical Elective
BIO/CHM
XXX3
3
The fundamental structure and function of the human body for students preparing for professions in the biomedical sciences. The basic structure and function of the Respiratory, Endocrine, Urinary, Digestive, Immune and Reproductive systems will be examined. BIO3303 can be taken prior to or after BIO3203.
BIO3303
3
Physiological experimentation of the Respiratory, Endocrine, Lymphatic and Immune, Urinary, Digestive and Reproductive systems. Anatomical dissections and histology will also be included.
BIO3301
1
Course not found.
PSC3002
2
Course not found.
COM2103
3
Intensive study of ethical issues raised in provision of health care and health care administration. Current and historical arguments surrounding ethical issues will be discussed and analyzed. Students will learn to recognize ethical dilemmas, apply ethical principles and resolve the dilemmas.
HHS2023
3
-OR-
Introduction to research and major theoretical viewpoints on the psychological development of the individual from conception to death. Following a life-span perspective, the course focuses on the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and personality dimensions of developmental psychology.
PSY2613
Total Credits:
15
Course Name
Course #
Credits
Jr./Sr. Technical Elective
BIO/CHM
3/4XX3
3
Course not found.
BIO4212
2
Jr./Sr. Technical Elective
PSY
3/4XX3
3
Course not found.
BIO4912
2
Jr./Sr. Elective
LLT
3/4XX3
3
Jr./Sr. General Elective
3/4XX3
3
Total Credits:
16
Course Name
Course #
Credits
Jr./Sr. Technical Elective
HHS
3/4XX3
3
The structure and function of the cell and its subcellular organelles is studied. Biological macromolecules, enzymes, biomembranes, membrane transport, bioenergetics, signal transduction, protein synthesis and secretion, compartmentalization, vesicular transport, cytoskeleton, motility, cell cycle control and cancer are covered.
BIO4813
3
Course not found.
BIO4812
2
Course not found.
BIO4922
2
Jr./Sr. Technical Elective
SSC/PSY
3/4XX3
3
Jr./Sr. Technical Elective
BIO
3/4XX3
3
Total Credits:
16
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