Writing Requirement Biology majors must present a writing portfolio in Junior Seminar, consisting of graded work from Biology courses. Students whose writing is judged to be deficient by the department faculty will be required to plan additional writing experiences or instruction in order to complete the major. The department administers the faculty-initiated interdisciplinary majors in Environmental Science and Environmental Studies. Requirements for the majors appear in the listings of the Interdisciplinary Studies program on page 123 of this Catalogue. This course is an introduction to modern concepts of cell biology, metabolism, photosynthesis, nutrition, reproduction, heredity, evolution, behavior, and ecology, emphasizing the process of acquiring biological knowledge.
Consideration is given to social and ethical implications of biological issues.
102 Horticultural Science 3 credits This course is an examination of the scientific concepts on which horticulture is based. Emphasis is placed on the study of the plant, the basis of all horticulture activities. The subject of hydroponics is considered, and plants are grown hydoponically in the green house. 105 First Aid as Related to the Principles of Biology 2 credits Emphasis in this course is on the biological principles used in the standard first aid and personal safety course of the American Red Cross. Red Cross certificates may be earned by those passing the examination.