Biology is the study of life, its origins, diversity and intricacies. It emphasizes the relationship between structure and function in living systems and the processes by which organisms grow, reproduce and interact with each other and their environment. The Biology Program provides students with a strong theoretical foundation in biology, combined with extensive hands-on laboratory experiences using state-of-the-art technology. Students takes a series of core courses augmented by electives selected from areas of special interest.
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Review the Biology, B.S. Major Requirements
Fall Junior
| Course Area | Course Number | Course Title | Units | Notes | Requirements Met | GE Categories |
|---|
| BIOL | 300 | Cell Biology | 4 | Double-counts for major requirement and Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement | Major & GWAR | |
| BIOL | 303 | Evolutionary Biology | 3 | | Major | |
| BIOL | Student's Choice | Upper Division BIOL elective without lab | 3 | 20 units of Biology Major Electives are required. At least 2 electives must include a lab. | Major | |
| CHEM | 311 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 | | Major | |
| CHEM | 312 | Organic Chemistry I Lab | 1 | | Major | |
| POLS | 150 | American Political Institutions | 3 | If this requirement is complete, then take a Free Elective. | Other | AIR: CA Local & State Govt. |
Milestones
- Two year plan assumes Lower Division (LD) Major courses have been completed. If any LD courses remains incomplete, take these courses as soon as possible.
- Schedule an appointment with an Academic Advisor in the Academic Advising Center
- Attend Major Fair (First Week of October)
Spring Junior
| Course Area | Course Number | Course Title | Units | Notes | Requirements Met | GE Categories |
|---|
| BIOL | 302 | Genetics | 4 | | Major | |
| BIOL | 433 | Ecology and the Environment | 4 | | Major & GE | UDGE B |
| BIOL | Student's Choice | Upper Division BIOL elective without lab | 3 | 20 units of Biology Major Electives are required. At least 2 electives must include a lab. | Major | |
| CHEM | 314 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 | | Major | |
| CHEM | 315 | Organic Chemistry II Lab | 1 | | Major | |
| HIST | Student Choice | US History | 3 | Choose one: HIST 270, 271, 272, 275, CHS 350. If this requirement is complete, then take a Free Elective. | Other | AIR: US History |
Milestones
- Two year plan assumes Lower Division (LD) Major courses have been completed. If any LD courses remains incomplete, take these courses as soon as possible.
- Meet w/ Graduate Studies Center
- Meet w/ Career Development Services
Fall Senior
| Course Area | Course Number | Course Title | Units | Notes | Requirements Met | GE Categories |
|---|
| BIOL | Student Choice | Upper Division BIOL elective with lab | 4 | 20 units of Biology Major Electives are required. At least 2 electives must include a lab. | Major | |
| BIOL | Student Choice | Upper Division BIOL elective without lab | 3 | 20 units of Biology Major Electives are required. At least 2 electives must include a lab. | Major | |
| UDGE | Student Choice | UDGE C - Arts and Humanities | 3 | | GE | UDGE C |
| PHYS | 100 | Introduction to Physics I | 4 | | Major | |
| GE | Student Choice | Language | 3 | Units may vary between 3-4 units depending on language chosen. If Language is complete, take Free Elective. | Other | Language |
Milestones
- Apply for Graduation (Priority deadline - October 1st)
- Meet w/ Academic Advisor for Grad Check.
Spring Senior
| Course Area | Course Number | Course Title | Units | Notes | Requirements Met | GE Categories |
|---|
| BIOL | Student's Choice | Upper Division BIOL elective with lab | 4 | 20 units of Biology Major Electives are required. At least 2 electives must include a lab. | Major | |
| BIOL | Student's Choice | Upper Division BIOL elective without lab | 3 | 20 units of Biology Major Electives are required. At least 2 electives must include a lab. | Major | |
| UDGE | Student's Choice | UDGE D - Social Science | 3 | | GE | UDGE D |
| PHYS | 101 | Introduction to PHYS II | 4 | | Major | |
| Graduation Requirement | Student's Choice | Multicultural Requirement | 3 | If this requirement is complete, then take a Free Elective. | Other | MP |
