A study of the interactions of organisms with their physical environment. Concepts from fluid and solid mechanics are applied to biological form and function. Students participate in research or applied biology outside of this university. A proposal must be approved prior to registration, and a final paper will be completed. Biology major with a minimum of eight biology credit hours and a biology GPA of 2.5 or greater.
Emphasis is placed on theory, methodology and the development of manipulative abilities.
Students must notify the biology office of their interest the semester before registration. A systematic review and study of the research literature in a selected field of biology. Proposal for study must be approved by sponsor and department head the semester before registration. Research outline must be approved by sponsor and department head the semester before registration. Three semester course.