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Academic Program Model
Academic Program Model
Bioscience Non-Teaching (AS.BIOL)
Upon completion of this course sequence, bioscience non-teaching students will receive an associate in science degree.
The associate in science degree requires the completion of 64 credit hours. The sample course sequence below includes the required 64 credit hours plus additional courses recommended for this major.
This program follows Math Pathway #4. Math requirements for a specific major may vary from one institution to another. Please consult with an academic counselor or academic advisor to confirm the pathway that is applicable to your major and transfer institution.
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
ENG-119
Composition I Pathway
ENG-119
Composition I Pathway
Students will study the writing process by reading essays illustrating a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing texts, and writing, revising, and editing short essays. Course is for students who have assessed into developmental English, receiving supplemental instruction for course completion.
Course Outline
*
OR
ENG-120
Composition I
ENG-120
Composition I
Students will study the writing process by reading essays that illustrate a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing writing tasks and texts, and writing, revising, and editing short essays.
Course Outline
*
3.0
COM-111
Intro to Speech Communication
COM-111
Intro to Speech Communication
Focuses on the fundamental principles and methods of selection, analyzing, organizing, developing and communicating information, evidence, and points of view to audiences.
Course Outline
3.0
BIO-100
Bio Science I
BIO-100
Bio Science I
This course provides an introduction to the fundamental processes and structures common to all living things along with their applications to society.
Course Outline
4.0
CHM-150
General Chemistry I
CHM-150
General Chemistry I
General principles of chemistry for students majoring in chemistry, engineering or science professions. Topics include atomic theory, bonding, stoichiometry, gas laws and thermochemistry.
Course Outline
*
4.0
POS-160
American National Government
POS-160
American National Government
The fundamental principles of the American Government are summarized. Such topics as federalism, civil liberties, citizenship, parties and elections, the Presidency, Congress, Judiciary, and national policies and politics are discussed within the framework of the American Constitutional system.
Course Outline
OR
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IAI Social/Behavioral Science
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IAI Social/Behavioral Science
No Description Available
3.0
Semester Totals
17.0
Second Semester
ENG-121
Composition II
ENG-121
Composition II
Students will learn how to find, use, assess and document research sources, producing an extended writing project based primarily on library research.
Course Outline
*
3.0
BIO-116
General Zoology
BIO-116
General Zoology
An introduction to the basic concepts of animal life and its diversity. Including: taxonomy, cellular and organismic structure and function, development and economic importance.
Course Outline
*
4.0
CHM-151
General Chemistry II
CHM-151
General Chemistry II
Continuation of the General principles of chemistry for students majoring in chemistry, engineering or science professions. Topics include solids/liquids, solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, thermodynamics and electrochemistry.
Course Outline
*
4.0
MAT-140
Algebra With Trigonometry
MAT-140
Algebra With Trigonometry
A unified study of the algebraic and trigonometric concepts needed for calculus. Credit not granted for both this course and College Algebra. A graphing calculator is required. Ask instructor for calculator recommendations.
Course Outline
*
5.0
Semester Totals
16.0
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
Hours
BIO-111
General Botany
BIO-111
General Botany
A survey of the plant kingdom with emphasis on evolutionary advancements and the structure and function of plants and their economical and human relevance. An introduction to bacteria, viruses protists and fungi is included in this course.
Course Outline
*
4.0
CHM-243
Organic Chemistry I
CHM-243
Organic Chemistry I
Fundamental introduction to organic chemistry including a study of hydrocarbons and alcohols with spectroscopy, stereochemistry, and reaction mechanisms.
Course Outline
*
+
4.0
CHM-253
Organic Chemistry Lab I
CHM-253
Organic Chemistry Lab I
Laboratory course introduces synthesis and the basic techniques for the separation, isolation, purification and identification of organic compounds.
Course Outline
*
+
1.0
HIS-153
History/Culture of Third World
HIS-153
History/Culture of Third World
The course will introduce the student to history and culture in the third world from ancient civilizations to the modern era. This course will focus upon broad themes in history and culture and will examine those themes in each major historical era.
Course Outline
OR
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IAI Humanities
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IAI Humanities
No Description Available
3.0
MAT-241
Analytical Geometry and Calculus I
MAT-241
Analytical Geometry and Calculus I
Differential and integral calculus of elementary functions of one variable, such as polynomial, rational, radical, trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions, will be covered. Applications include rates of change, optimization, curve sketching and area. A graphing calculator is required. Ask instructor for calculator recommendations.
Course Outline
*
5.0
Semester Totals
17.0
Second Semester
ANT-200
General Anthropology
ANT-200
General Anthropology
The course provides an introduction to cultural and physical anthropology. Human and animal behavior is studied by using the comparative method. Some of the topics covered are: religion, magic, kinship, sex roles, human evolution, race, archeology and primates.
Course Outline
OR
GEO-140
World Geography
GEO-140
World Geography
This course is about the world's great realms, surveyed and discussed in geographic perspective. It links human society and culture to the world's natural environment and climates.
Course Outline
OR
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IAI Social Science
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IAI Social Science
No Description Available
3.0
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IAI Fine Arts
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IAI Fine Arts
No Description Available
3.0
CHM-244
Organic Chemistry II
CHM-244
Organic Chemistry II
This course is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I (CHM 243) with focus on aromatic chemistry, carbonyl functional groups, and biomolecules.
Course Outline
OR
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Transfer Elective
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Transfer Elective
No Description Available
4.0
CHM-254
Organic Chemistry Lab II
CHM-254
Organic Chemistry Lab II
Laboratory experiments in organic chemistry with a focus on multi-step synthesis and compound characterization.
Course Outline
*
OR
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Transfer Elective
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Transfer Elective
No Description Available
1.0
BIO-130
Environmental Science
BIO-130
Environmental Science
This course examines the principles that govern natural environments and human interconnections to them. Some topics include resource use, pollution, sustainability, energy, water, food, ecology, evolution, climate change, and population. Laboratory exercises include outdoor field studies and indoor hands-on exercises.
Course Outline
Course Objective
OR
BIO-160
Introduction to Genetics
BIO-160
Introduction to Genetics
An introduction to the principles of genetics with emphasis on human heredity. Included are Mendelian genetics, hereditary disorders, gene expression, genetic engineering and population genetics.
Course Outline
OR
BIO-212
Vertebrate Zoology
BIO-212
Vertebrate Zoology
Laboratory and field course. An in-depth study of North American vertebrates with emphasis on Illinois species. Includes taxonomy, distribution, habitats, adaptation, and economic importance.
Course Outline
3.0
Semester Totals
14.0
Total Program Hours
64.0
Suggested Electives
BIO-130
Environmental Science
BIO-130
Environmental Science
This course examines the principles that govern natural environments and human interconnections to them. Some topics include resource use, pollution, sustainability, energy, water, food, ecology, evolution, climate change, and population. Laboratory exercises include outdoor field studies and indoor hands-on exercises.
Course Outline
Course Objective
4.0
BIO-150
Biotechnology in Society
BIO-150
Biotechnology in Society
This course explores the field of biotechnology as a component of biology. Material covered includes the following: basic DNA structure and function, history of biotechnology; basic techniques used in biotechnology; current and future impacts of biotechnology; and ethical issues within biotechnology.
Course Outline
3.0
BIO-160
Introduction to Genetics
BIO-160
Introduction to Genetics
An introduction to the principles of genetics with emphasis on human heredity. Included are Mendelian genetics, hereditary disorders, gene expression, genetic engineering and population genetics.
Course Outline
3.0
BIO-212
Vertebrate Zoology
BIO-212
Vertebrate Zoology
Laboratory and field course. An in-depth study of North American vertebrates with emphasis on Illinois species. Includes taxonomy, distribution, habitats, adaptation, and economic importance.
Course Outline
3.0
BIO-225
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO-225
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
This course employs the regional approach to human structure and function using human cadavers. First of a two course sequence for allied health majors.
Course Outline
4.0
BIO-245
Biology Seminar
BIO-245
Biology Seminar
This capstone course prepares transfer students for scientific literacy though the integration of biological concepts. Emphasis is on discussion of current topics and research, development of formal oral and written communication skills, and professional development in the biological sciences.
Course Outline
1.0
MAT-125
Statistics
MAT-125
Statistics
Application of elementary principles of descriptive statistics including frequency distribution, graphical presentation, measures of center, location and variation. Elements of probability, sampling techniques, binomial and normal distribution, correlation/regression and hypothesis testing. Graphing calculator and Excel required.
Course Outline
3.0
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