Educational Outcomes
1. Students who complete the degree requirements in Biology
should have an understanding of the scientific study of
biology. Skills include:
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the ability to gather, organize, interpret and
evaluate scientific data, and
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an understanding of how to design experiments.
2. Biology graduates will have a broad knowledge of the
biological sciences. Key content areas include:
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characteristics of organisms,
including human biology;
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principles of heredity and the evolution of life;
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the interactions among species within ecosystems.
3. Students graduating in Biology will be able to think critically
and apply analytical skills. When studying or reviewing
scientific experiments or issues, graduating students should
have the ability to:
4. Students will be skilled in laboratory techniques and
practices used by professionals in the field, such as:
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the proper use of tools, equipment and
materials used in biology;
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safety procedures in the laboratory.
5. Graduating students will be able to effectively communicate
biological observations. Students should be able to convey
scientific information:
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to both a lay (non-scientific) audience
and a scientific audience;
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in both written and oral presentations,
as well as by using up-to-date
computer-based presentation tools.
6. Graduating students will have an awareness of the social
implications of biology. Students should
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understand the effect of human activities
on the environment;
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recognize ethical issues that influence decisions
related to biology;
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be aware of the impact of biology on society
within an historical and contemporary context.