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Biology

Bachelor of Science

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The scientific study of life, from single cells to complex ecosystems—dynamic, diverse, and endlessly mysterious.

» Program Overview

Biologists use scientific tools and techniques to discover the nature of life itself, investigating the complex genetic basis and evolution of animals, plants, bacteria, and all living things. This degree program is an ideal springboard for a career in scientific research or medicine.

 

Why LTU?
  • Prepare for the biotechnological revolution by solving real-world problems in a technologically-focused environment with small class sizes!
  • Engage in course-based research experiences to learn about cutting-edge biology research in interdisciplinary fields such as personalized medicine and toxicology.
  • Build your resume by working on societally-relevant projects with guidance from a faculty mentor through our Quest co-curricular experimental learning program and hands-on senior project sequence.
  • Explore a variety of exciting career paths in industry or choose graduate school or health-related professional programs such as physician assistant studies, medical school, pharmacy, and dentistry with expert advice from experienced faculty and our pre-health professions advisor.
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» Curriculum

First Year

Fall Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
University Chemistry 1
CHM1213
3
University Chemistry 1 Lab
CHM1221
1
Biology 1
BIO1213
3
Biology 1 Laboratory
BIO1221
1
Calculus 1 OR Survey of Calculus
MCS1414 OR MCS1224
4
College Composition
COM1103
3
Introduction to Science
PSC1161
1

Total Credit Hours

16

Spring Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Content
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Content
Content
Content
Content
Content
Content
Content
Content
Content
Content
Content
Content
Content
Content
Content
Content

Total Credit Hours

18

Fall Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Organic Chemistry 1
CHM2313
3
Organic Chemistry 1 Laboratory
CHM2311
1
College Physics 1
PHY2213
3
College Physics 1 Lab
PHY2221
1
Gen. Elective
XXX3
3
SSC Elective
2XX3
3
Engaging Modern Texts
HUM1223
3

Total Credit Hours

17

Spring Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Organic Chemistry 2
CHM2323
3
Organic Chemistry 2 Laboratory
CHM2321
1
Microbiology
BIO2313
3
Microbiology Laboratory
BIO2321
1
College Physics 2
PHY2223
3
College Physics 2 Lab
PHY2231
1
LLT Elective
2XX3
3

Total Credit Hours

15

Fall Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Biochemistry
CHM3403
3
Biochemistry 1 Laboratory
CHM3411
1
Anatomy and Physiology A
BIO3203
3
Anatomy and Physiology A Lab
BIO3201
1
Molecular Genetics
BIO3323
3
Gen. Elective
XXX3
3

Total Credit Hours

14

Spring Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Technical Elective
CHM/BIO XXX3
3
Anatomy and Physiology B
BIO3303
3
Anatomy and Physiology B Lab
BIO3301
1
Leadership Scientific Research
PSC3002
2
Technical and Professional Communication
COM2103
3
Gen. Elective
XXX3
3

Total Credit Hours

15

Fall Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Jr./Sr. Technical Elective
CHM/BIO 3/4XXX3
3
Seminar in Biological Literature
BIO4212
2
Evolution
BIO4103
3
Biological Projects 1
BIO4912
2
Jr./Sr. LLT Elective
LLT XXX3
3
Gen. Elective
XXX3
3

Total Credit Hours

16

Spring Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Ecology
BIO3613
3
Cell Biology
BIO4813
3
Cell Biology Lab
BIO4821
1
Biological Sciences Projects 2
BIO4922
2
Jr./Sr. SSC/PSY Elective
SSC/PSY XXX3
3
Junior/Senior Tech Elective
BIOXXX3
3

Total Credit Hours

15

» Document Viewer

Use Your Cell Phone as a Document Camera in Zoom

  • What you will need to have and do
  • Download the mobile Zoom app (either App Store or Google Play)
  • Have your phone plugged in
  • Set up video stand phone holder

From Computer

Log in and start your Zoom session with participants

From Phone

  • Start the Zoom session on your phone app (suggest setting your phone to “Do not disturb” since your phone screen will be seen in Zoom)
  • Type in the Meeting ID and Join
  • Do not use phone audio option to avoid feedback
  • Select “share content” and “screen” to share your cell phone’s screen in your Zoom session
  • Select “start broadcast” from Zoom app. The home screen of your cell phone is now being shared with your participants.

To use your cell phone as a makeshift document camera

  • Open (swipe to switch apps) and select the camera app on your phone
  • Start in photo mode and aim the camera at whatever materials you would like to share
  • This is where you will have to position what you want to share to get the best view – but you will see ‘how you are doing’ in the main Zoom session.