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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.
biology

» Curriculum

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Biology 1

[course_desc title=”Biology 1″]

BIO1213

3

Biology 1 Lab

[course_desc title=”Biology 1 Lab”]

BIO1221

1

Introduction to Science

[course_desc title=”Introduction to Science”]

PSC1161

1

College Composition

[course_desc title=”College Composition”]

COM1103

3

University Chemistry 1

[course_desc title=”University Chemistry 1″]

CHM1213

3

University Chemistry 1 Lab

[course_desc title=”University Chemistry 1 Lab”]

CHM1221

1

Calculus 1

[course_desc title=”Calculus 1″]

MCS1414

4

-OR-

Survey of Calculus

[course_desc title=”Survey of Calculus”]

MCS1224

Total Credits:

16

Spring Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Biology 2

[course_desc title=”Biology 2″]

BIO1223

3

Biology 2 Lab

[course_desc title=”Biology 2 Lab”]

BIO1231

1

University Chemistry 2

[course_desc title=”University Chemistry 2″]

CHM1223

3

University Chemistry 2 Lab

[course_desc title=”University Chemistry 2 Lab”]

CHM1231

1

Engaging Ancient Texts

[course_desc title=”Engaging Ancient Texts”]

HUM1213

3

Statistics

[course_desc title=”Statistics”]

MCS2124

4

Total Credits:

15

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Organic Chemistry 1

[course_desc title=”Organic Chemistry 1″]

CHM2313

3

Organic Chemistry 1 Lab

[course_desc title=”Organic Chemistry 1 Lab”]

CHM2311

1

College Physics 1

[course_desc title=”College Physics 1″]

PHY2213

3

College Physics 1 Lab

[course_desc title=”College Physics 1 Lab”]

PHY2221

1

Engaging Modern Texts

[course_desc title=”Engaging Modern Texts”]

HUM1223

3

SSC Elective

SSC2XX3

3

General Elective

XXX3

3

Total Credits:

17

Spring Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Microbiology

[course_desc title=”Microbiology”]

BIO2313

3

Microbiology Lab

[course_desc title=”Microbiology Lab”]

BIO2321

1

Organic Chemistry 2

[course_desc title=”Organic Chemistry 2″]

CHM2323

3

Organic Chemistry 2 Lab

[course_desc title=”Organic Chemistry 2 Lab”]

CHM2321

1

College Physics 2

[course_desc title=”College Physics 2″]

PHY2223

3

College Physics 2 Lab

[course_desc title=”College Physics 2 Lab”]

PHY2231

1

LLT Elective

LLT2XX3

3

Total Credits:

15

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Anatomy and Physiology A

[course_desc title=”Anatomy and Physiology A”]

BIO3203

3

Anatomy and Physiology A Lab

[course_desc title=”Anatomy and Physiology A Lab”]

BIO3201

1

Biochemistry

[course_desc title=”Biochemistry”]

CHM3403

3

Biochemistry Lab

[course_desc title=”Biochemistry Lab”]

CHM3411

1

Molecular Genetics

[course_desc title=”Molecular Genetics”]

BIO3323

3

General Elective

XXX3

3

Total Credits:

14

Spring Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Anatomy and Physiology B

[course_desc title=”Anatomy and Physiology B”]

BIO3303

3

Anatomy and Physiology B Lab

[course_desc title=”Anatomy and Physiology B Lab”]

BIO3301

1

Technical Elective
BIO/CHM

XXX3

3

Technical and Prof. Communication

[course_desc title=”Technical and Prof. Communication”]

COM2103

3

Leadership in Scientific Research

[course_desc title=”Leadership in Scientific Research”]

PSC3002

2

General Elective

XXX3

3

Total Credits:

15

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Evolution

[course_desc title=”Evolution”]

BIO4103

3

Seminar in Biological Literature

[course_desc title=”Seminar in Biological Literature”]

BIO4212

2

Senior Project 1

[course_desc title=”Senior Project 1″]

BIO4912

2

Jr./Sr. Technical Elective
BIO/CHM

3/4XX3

3

Jr./Sr. Elective
LLT

3/4XX3

3

Jr./Sr. General Elective

3/4XX3

3

Total Credits:

16

Spring Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Ecology

[course_desc title=”Ecology”]

BIO3613

3

Cell Biology

[course_desc title=”Cell Biology”]

BIO4813

3

Cell Biology Lab

[course_desc title=”Cell Biology Lab”]

BIO4812

2

Senior Project 2

[course_desc title=”Senior Project 2″]

BIO4922

2

Jr./Sr. Technical Elective
BIO/CHM

3/4XX3

3

Jr./Sr. Technical Elective
SSC/PSY

3/4XX3

3

Total Credits:

16

» 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.