Biology

Program Outcomes

Demonstrate mastery of the processes of science,the scientific method, and established scientific knowledge.
Demonstrate knowledge of basic terminology and understanding of major biological concepts.
Use appropriate laboratory techniques and equipment safely and proficiently.

Critical Thinking
Communication
Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning
Teamwork
Social Responsibility
Personal Responsibility

Career Information

An Associate of Arts in Biology degree opens opportunities in Pre-Med, Pre-Dental, Pre-Vet, Science Education, Forensics, Environmental Sciences, Science Education, Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Wildlife Biologist, Public Health & Safety Specialist.

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Recommended Program of Study
Course	Title	SCH
First Semester
ENGL 1301	Composition I
HIST 1301	United States History I
MATH 1314	College Algebra
SPCH 1315	Public Speaking
BIOL 1306	Biology I (Lec)
BIOL 1106	Biology I (Lab)
Second Semester
HIST 1302	United States History II
MATH 2312	Pre-Calculus Math
BIOL 1307	Biology II (Lec)
BIOL 1107	Biology II (Lab)
CHEM 1311	General Chemistry I (Lec)
CHEM 1111	General Chemistry I (Lab)
Third Semester
GOVT 2305	Federal Government
ENGL 1302	Composition II
BIOL 2320	Microbiology (Lec)
BIOL 2120	Microbiology (Lab)
PHYS 1301	College Physics I (Lec)
PHYS 1101	College Physics I (Lab)
Fourth Semester
GOVT 2306	Texas Government
PSYC 2301	General Psychology
ENGL 2326	American Literature
ELECTIVE	Language, Philosophy, & Culture
ELECTIVE	Creative Arts
EDUC 1100	Learning Frameworks
Total		60

A student completing the LSCPA curriculum is considered Core Complete.

No more than 60 60-66 semester credit hours (SCH) from LSCPA will be applied to a Bachelor degree at Lamar University.

An additional 60 SCH or more must be completed to satisfy the bachelor degree requirements.

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