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This section outlines the specific requirements for every program in the College of Arts and Sciences that begin with the letter B.



Bacteriology

See Biological Sciences-Microbiology.


Behavior

See Biological Sciences or Psychology.


Biological Sciences

Biological Sciences Major (B.S.)
Major code BS2121

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.

Requirements for the B.S. in biological sciences are:

A minimum of 52 quarter hours in approved departmental courses which must include the following:

 FreshmanBIOS 170, 171, 172, 173( * 
)    Intro to Zoology          14

CHEM 151, 152, 153            Chemistry                 15

MATH263A,  263B               Calculus
or MATH 266A, 226B            Calculus for Biologists    8

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanitites and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives should be taken when appropriate. Consult your DARS and with your academic advisor.

Sophomore

BIOS 320                     Cell Biology          4

BIOS 325                     Genetics              6

BIOS 330                     Evolution             4

CHEM 301, 302 # 
Organic Chemistry     6
or Chem 305, 306, 307        Organic Chemistry  or 9

Phys 201, 202, 203           Physics
or Phys 251, 252, 253        Physics              15

Psy 221                      Statistics            5
or Math 250, 251             Probability
                             and Statistics     or 8
Junior/Senior

One course must be taken from three of the five areas below:

  1. Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
    BIOS 463 or CHEM 489 or CHEM 490, 491( + )
    BIOS 326, MICR 425, BIOS 407, 410, 414
  2. Physiology and Body Systems
    BIOS 342, 354
    BIOS 450
  3. Form and Function
    BIOS 303, 430, 435
  4. Evolution, Ecology, and Behavior
    BIOS 275 or 375, 333, 376, 429, 431, 457, 473, 475, 479, 481
  5. Plants and Microbes
    MICR 311, PBIO 111

A minimum of 52 hours of BIOS course credit must be earned for a B.S. in Biological Sciences. Two or more electives must be taken in order to graduate. At least three courses in biological sciences must have a laboratory component.

* See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites

+ Prereq: CHEM 305-307.

#Some graduate or professional programs may require organic labs.


Biological Sciences Minor
Minor code OR2121

Requirements for the minor in biological sciences consist of a minimum of 27 credit hours, including :

BIOS 170, 171,172, 173( * 
)     Intro to Zoology           14

BIOS 325                      General Genetics            5

Two additional courses 300 level or above, including 320 or 330, or both

*See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites.


Biological Sciences-
Cellular and Molecular Biology Major (B.S.)
Special curriculum; major code BS2520

Cellular and molecular biology are two of the most rapidly growing and exciting areas of modern biology. Progress in these areas is driven by the ongoing revolution in genetics and genomics, and has profound and wide-ranging implications for medicine and for our understanding of the mechanisms of life. This specialization will prepare students for graduate school and career paths in biotechnology, biomedical research, and related areas. These are fields that are experiencing tremendous growth in employment opportunities both in academia and in the private sector.

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.

Freshman

BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173( * 
)  Intro to Zoology     4

CHEM 151, 152, 153	    Chemistry	        15

MATH 263A, 263B 	    Calculus	         8		

or MATH 266A, 226B	    Calculus for Biologists

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanitites and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives should be taken when appropriate. Consult your DARS and with your academic advisor.

*See listing in Courses of Instructions section for prerequisites.

Sophomore

BIOS 320	       Cell Biology	               4

BIOS 325	       Genetics	                       5

BIOS 330	       Evolution	               4

CHEM 305, 306, 307     Organic Chemistry	       9

CHEM 303, 304	       Organic Chemistry Labs	       4	

MICR 311	       General Microbiology	       5

PSY 221                Statistics	               5		

or Math 250, 251       Probability and Statistics   or 8

Junior/Senior

MICR 425	        Molecular Genetics	     4

BIOS 326	        Genetics Lab	             3

BIOS 427     	        Mechanisms/Gene Regulation   3

CHEM 490, 491	        Biochemistry	             6

PHYS 201, 202, 203	Physics	                    15		
or PHYS 251, 252, 253   General Physics 

Two of the following elective cellular/molecular courses:

BIOS 414 Molecular Cellular Neuroscience 4 MICR 414A, B Virology, Lab 5 MICR 419 Microbial Physiology 5 PBIO 450 Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering 4 BIOS 407 Developmental Biology 4

Biological Sciences-
Clinical Laboratory Science Major
Special curriculum; major code BS2123

This program prepares students for work in hospital laboratories, public health bureaus, and other laboratories concerned with medical diagnosis and investigation. It leads to a Bachelor of Science in biological sciences and certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or another certifying body.

The Ohio University-hospital school of clinical laboratory science affiliation for training of clinical laboratory scientists fulfills the requirements established by the A.M.A. and A.S.C.P. and affords you an opportunity to earn a bachelor's degree.

After completing:

  1. a minimum of 144 quarter hours with at least a 2.0 g.p.a. in the major and in all hours attempted
  2. general education and all area requirements for the baccalaureate degree, you are eligible to apply for admission to one of several affiliated hospital schools for the clinical program. Upon satisfactory completion of the 12-month clinical program, you will receive the Bachelor of Science degree from Ohio University.

Approval occasionally may be granted for completion of the clinical program at hospitals other than those affiliated with Ohio University if the hospital has a C.A.H.E.A. - approved program in clinical laboratory science and if, because of location or other factors, it would better meet your needs. You are required to present a copy of the hospital's program of study to the Department of Biological Sciences for evaluation.

Consult your advisor frequently during the preclinical period. Early in the fall quarter preceding the clinical program, obtain specific information about applying to an affiliated school of medical technology from the clinical laboratory science advisor.

During the 12-month clinical program, you register with and pay fees to Ohio University. A special fee schedule applies to these four quarters, and both fourth- and fifth-year students are required to register. Ohio University then pays the total tuition to the hospital-based school of medical technology.

If you transfer from another program or institution (including regional campuses of Ohio University), you cannot normally expect to complete the preclinical requirements in three years unless the need to make up courses is minimal.

If you remain at the Athens campus for your fourth or senior year, you can graduate with a B.S. in biological sciences/clinical laboratory science by fulfilling the requirements for the freshman, sophomore, and junior years listed below plus earning a total of 90 hours at the 200 level or above and completing a total of 192 credit hours. You may then enter a hospital internship program to qualify for the A.S.C.P. certification exam. If you graduate with a B.S. in microbiology, or if you are a biological science major who has taken MICR 311 and 415, you are also qualified to apply for admission to a clinical internship.

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.


Freshman

Bios 170, 171, 172, 173 + 
Intro to Zoology          14

CHEM 151, 152, 153            Fund. of Chemistry        15

                              English composition        5

MATH 113                      Algebra                    5
or MATH 163A( * 
)               Intro to Calculus          4

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanitites and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives should be taken when appropriate. Consult your DARS and with your academic advisor.

* Recommended

+ See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites.


Sophomore

CHEM 241, 242                 Quantitative Analysis      5

CHEM 301, 302                 Organic (short)            6

CHEM 325                      Instr. Methods 
                              of Analysis                4

BIOS 300                      Elements of Anatomy 
                              and Histology              6

BIOS 325                      Gen. Genetics              5

BIOS 345                      Human Physiology           4


Junior

MICR 311                      Gen. Microbiology          5

MICR 415A, 415B               Immunology                 5

BIOS 463                      Cell Chemistry             4 orCHEM 489                   Biochemisty                4

BIOS 364 	              Human Physiology Lab 	 3
or MICR 412	              Microbiological Techniques 5
or BIOS 326/MIOCR 326         Laboratory Genetics	 4

                              English composition        4


Senior (Clinical Program)

Four quarters of coursework constituting the clinical portion of the program are taken at a hospital-based school of medical technology. Register each quarter for these courses, entitled Clinical Laboratory Science Internship 470A, B, C, and D.

A typical program includes:

Bacteriology and Serology       18

Clinical Chemistry              23

Hematology                      10

Immunohematology                 5

Parasitology                     3

Radioisotopes                    1

Urinalysis                       4


Biological Sciences-Environmental Biology Major (B.S.)
Special curriculum; major code BS2509

This specialized curriculum will provide the necessary course background for students preparing for graduate school or lower-level careers in fields of environmental and conservation biology. Courses meet the requirements for admission to graduate programs in biology, zoology, ecology, and conservation biology. The program also provides the necessary background for jobs with state and federal agencies (e.g., USDA or EPA) charged with environmental protection, research and monitoring, and information. Certification in first aid, CPR, and watercraft safety enhances the ability of students to become employed in the field or earn internships. Because the environmental field has become increasingly international in both activities and jobs and because the Peace Corps needs volunteers with an environmental biology education, a speaking knowledge of Spanish or French is strongly recommended.

See also the environmental degree programs listed under the Departments of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Environmental and Plant Biology, Geography, and Geology. Tier II social science electives can be chosen to meet the requirements of the Environmental Studies Certificate program (see listing in this section of the catalog).

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.


Freshman

BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173( * 
)    Intro to Zoology          14

CHEM 151, 152, 153            Fund. of Chemistry        15


MATH 266A, 266B	              Calculus for Biologists    8

GEOG 201  	              Environmental Geography 	 8

PSY 221                       Statistics                 5
or MATH 250, 251              Statistics              or 8 

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanitites and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives should be taken when appropriate. Consult your DARS and with your academic advisor.

*See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites.

Sophmore

BIOS 220                      Cell Biology               4

BIOS 325                      Genetics                   5

BIOS 330                      Evolution                  4

CHEM 301, 302                 Organic Chemistry          6 orChem 305,306,307           Organic Chemistry          6


Junior-Senior

BIOS 342                      Principles of Physiology     6

BIOS 354                      Psychology Lab I             2
or CHEM 489                   Biochemistry 

BIOS 303                      Comp. Vert. Anatomy          6
or BIOS 430                   Invertebrate Zoology  
or BIOS 435                   Entomology  

BIOS 375                      Animal Ecology               5

BIOS 376                      Field Ecology                4

BIOS 491                      Internships                  3

MICR 311                      General Microbiology         5

PBIO 111                      Plant Biology II             2
                         
PHYS 201, 202, 203 	      Intro to Physics 	          15
or PHYS 251, 252, 253         General Physics	       

Two courses from the following: GEOG 101, 241, 315, 316, 417, GEOL 101, 130, 211, 215, 231, 330


Biological Sciences-Marine Biology Major (B.S.)
Special curriculum; major code BS2514

The Department of Biological Sciences provides a program for undergraduate majors who are interested in marine biology. Since this is an increasingly international field, you are encouraged to gain the speaking knowledge of a language other than English (preferably Spanish or French) and to consider the possibility of working for two years in the Peace Corps following graduation. Graduates will meet state and federal civil service course requirements for registry as fisheries biologist, ecologist, and general biologist. This program will also prepare you for graduate studies in biological sciences, ecology, or marine or freshwater biology. Training in SCUBA, CPR, first aid, lifeguarding, and watercraft safety will enhance students' chances of earning summer jobs and internships and are available as College of Health and Human Services courses. Since the program includes at least 50 hours in approved BIOS/MICR courses, you will meet the requirements of the biological sciences major. You may want to use elective credits to obtain an Environmental Studies Certificate.

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanitites and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives should be taken when appropriate. Consult your DARS and with your academic advisor.

Tier II social science electives can be chosen to meet the requirements of the Environmental Certificate Program.


Freshman

BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173( * 
)  Intro to Zoology          14

CHEM 151, 152, 153          Fund. of Chemistry        15
 
MATH 266A, 266B 	    Calculus for Biologists    8
	                

PSY 221                     Statistics                 5   
or MATH 250, 251            Probability and Statistics 8

*See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites.


Sophomore

BIOS 320	       Cell Biology	         4

BIOS 325	       Genetics	                 5

BIOS 330	       Evolution	         4

CHEM 301, 302	       Organic Chemistry	 9		
or CHEM 305, 306, 307  Organic Chemistry      or 6


Junior-Senior

BIOS 342, 354          Prin. Physiology I and Lab    5

BIOS 343, 355          Prin. Physiology II and Lab   5

BIOS 463               Cell Chemistry             or 4
or Chem 489            Biochemistry

BIOS 375	       Animal Ecology	             4

BIOS 376	       Field Ecology	             4 

BIOS 429               Marine Biology                5
orBIOS 431             Limnology

BIOS 430               Invertebrate Zoology          6
or BIOS 303            Comp. Vert. Anatomy

MICR 311               Invertebrate Biology          5
or PBIO 111            Plant Biology II           or 6

PHYS 201, 202, 203     Intro to Physics             15
or PHYS 251, 252, 253  General Physics


Biological Sciences-Microbiology Major (B.S.)
Major Code BS0411

A major in microbiology provides the necessary background and extensive lab experience to pursue a variety of careers in the areas of: research and product development (e.g. immunology, vaccines, antimicrobials, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology), food and water quality control, microbial ecology, and clinical laboratory science. Microbiology graduates are also prepared for further graduate studies in medicine, dentistry, optometry, public health, microbiology or molecular biology. With current interest and advances in molecular biology and genetics, emerging pathogens such as HIV and food-borne illness, the career opportunities and outlook are very good.

Microbiology majors are encouraged to particiate in research opportunities their junior-senior years.to pursue a successful career in research and development. Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.

Major requirements for the B.S. in microbiology are


Freshman-Sophomore

BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173( * 
)    Introduction to Zoology   14

MATH 163A,163B                Intro to Calculus          7
or MATH 263A, 263B( ** 
)        Calculus                   8  
or MATH 263A, 263B( ** 
)        Calculus for Biologists    8  
 
CHEM 151,152,153              Fund. of Chemistry        15

PHYS 201, 202, 203            Intro to Physics          15
or PHYS 201, 202, 203         General Physics              
 
MICR 325                      General Genetics           5

CHEM 305, 306, 307            Organic Chemistry          9

MICR 311                      General Microbiology       5


Junior-Senior

MICR 415A, 415B               Immunology, Lab                5

MICR 419                      Microbial Physiology           5

MICR 425                      Molecular Genetics             3

CHEM 241, 242                 Quantitative Analysis          5
CHEM 490, 491 General Biochemistry I, II 7

At least 16 hoursincluding 2 lab courses (MICR 326, 412, 413B, 414B, 441B), from:

MICR 326                      Laboratory Genetics            4

MICR 375                      Microbial Ecology              3

MICR 412                      Microbial Techniques           5

MICR 413A, 413B               Pathogenic Bacteriology        5

MICR 414A, 414B               Virology                       5

MICR 418                      Epidemiology                   4

MICR 427                      Mech. Gene Regulation          3

MICR 441A, 444B                Parasitology, Lab             6

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanitites and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives should be taken when appropriate. Consult your DARS and with your academic advisor.

Microbiology majors wishing to apply to a professional school of medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, or veterinary medicine should make an appointment with the Preprofessional Health Careers Office, Irvine Hall 111, for applications and advice on recommended BIOS courses.

*See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites.

**Preferred


Microbiology Minor
Minor code OR0411


Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.

A minor in microbiology requires a minimum of 24 hours of microbiology courses excluding MICR 211, 212 and including MICR 311 and at least one of the following:

MICR 412                      Microbial Techniques           5

MICR 415A, 415B               Immunology                     5

MICR 413A, 413B               Pathogenic Bacteriology        5

MICR 414A, 414B               Virology                       5

MICR 419                      Microbial Physiology           5

MICR courses used to fulfill requirements for a biological sciences major cannot be counted toward the 24 hours.


Biological Sciences-Neurobiology Major (B.S.)
Special curriculum; major code BS2125


Neuroscience is a rapidly growing field in both academia and industry. The neuroscience program is appropriate for students interested in graduate study in neuroscience or neuroscience research in conjunction with a professional career in medicine, pharmacology, or dentistry, or neuroscience technical positions.

The program has been designed with both a research-oriented senior honors thesis option and a standard course-oriented option. Students are strongly encouraged, however, to pursue the research option since neuroscience careers almost exclusively involve research. In order to pursue the research option, you must have earned 30 hours (BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173, 320, 325, 330, 333) and a g.p.a. of at least 3.2 in these courses.

The program will provide, on a competitive basis, stipends and support for research during the summer of the third year. Research-option students will take a lighter course load in the senior year to free additional time for the senior-thesis research project. This program is demanding and requires careful planning in order to schedule extra-departmental courses as well as the general education Tier and Arts and Sciences requirements.

The specialized portion of the curriculum begins during the junior year, so it is not necessary for students to declare this major until relatively late in their undergraduate studies. Students considering this major should contact the program faculty advisor to discuss the options outlined above and to select courses to remain on schedule, which is generally outlined below.

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanitites and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives should be taken when appropriate. Consult your DARS and with your academic advisor.


Freshman

BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173 ( * 
)Intro to Zoology               14

CHEM 151,  152, 153        Fund. of Chemistry             15

MATH 263A, 263B            Calculus                        8

PSY 221                    Statistics for the Beh. Sci.    5
or MATH 250, 251           Probably and Statistics      or 8

*See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites.


Sophomore

BIOS 320                Cell Biology                 4

BIOS 325                General Genetics             5

BIOS 330                Evolution                    4

BIOS 333                Neural Basis of Behavior     3

CHEM 301, 302           Organic (short)              6
or CHEM 305, 306, 307   Organic (long)            or 9

PHYS 201-203            Intro to Physics            15
or PHYS 251-253         General Physics


Junior

BIOS 303 or 430 or 435	Anatomical/Organismal 	        6

BIOS 342, 343	        Prin. of Physiology I, II       6

BIOS 354, 355	        Prin. of Physiology Labs        4

BIOS 463	        Cell Chemistry	                4
or CHEM 490, 491 ( ** 
)   General Biochemistry I, II   or 7


Senior (research option)

BIOS 414   Molecular Cellular Neuroscience	4

BIOS 415   Neural Basis Sensation Movement	4

BIOS 418   Computational Methods Neuroscience   4	
or 417     Cognitive Neuroscience
	
One advanced related course (BIOS 406, 407, 420, or 473; 
MICR 425; PSY-312)

BIOS 494H   Undergraduate Research	      8

BIOS 495H   Undergraduate Research Thesis   3-9

Senior (course option)

BIOS 414   Molecular Cellular Neuroscience	4

BIOS 415   Neural BasisSensation-Movement       4

BIOS 417   Cognitive Neuroscience               4

BIOS 418   Computational Methods Neuroscience   4

Two advanced neuroscience courses (BIOS 406, 407, 413, 420, or 473; MICR 425; PSY 312)   8-12 

**Prereq: CHEM 305-307.


Biological Sciences-Predentistry Major (B.S.)
Special curriculum; major code BS2501

For students interested in a career in dentistry, no specific area for the major is required by dental colleges or by Ohio University. You must show competence in various basic sciences. Many students complete a major in one science or a dual major in two sciences. Many dental schools require at least a year of behavioral and social sciences as well as a year of English. You can fulfill these requirements by following either the biological sciences or chemistry predentistry major.

Most dental schools select students with a bachelor's degree; a very limited number of applicants who have completed three years and have met the degree in absentiaprivilege requirements are admitted.

All dental school applicants are required to take the Dental Admission Test (DAT), offered year-round. The latest that the DAT may be taken is in the fall of the year before entering dental school. If possible, it is recommended that you take the DAT by the spring of your junior year.

Except for the lack of an organic chemistry laboratory, the microbiology major satisfies the requirements of most dental schools.

If you elect the degree in absentiaoption, you must complete a minimum of 43 hours in BIOS/MICR; for the four-year program, you must complete a minimum of 52 hours in BIOS/MICR. In addition, you must meet the requirements for the biological sciences major.

The following sequence of courses is required for predentistry students majoring in biological sciences.

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.


Freshman

CHEM 151, 152, 153             Fund. of Chemistry             15

MATH 263A, B                   Intro to Calculus               8
or MATH 266A, B                Calculus for Biologists                       

BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173 ( * 
)    Intro to Zoology               14

CLAS 227                       Gk. and Lat. Roots in 
                               Biomedical Terms                4

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanities and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives shuld be taken when appropriate. Consult with your DARS and your academic advisor.


Sophomore

CHEM 301, 302                  Organic (short)                 6
or CHEM 305, 306, 307          Organic (long)                  9

CHEM 303, 304                  Organic Lab (short)             5

BIOS 275                       Animal Ecology                  4 
or BIOS 479                    Evolution    
or BIOS 481                    Animal Conserv. Biology    

BIOS 342, 354, 355,            Principles Physiology          10

PSY 221                        Statistics                      5
or MATH 250, 251               Statistics                      8

PHYS 201, 202, 203             Intro to Physics               15

BIOS 325                       Gen. Genetics                   5


Junior-Senior

CHEM 490, 491( * 
)               General Biochemistry            7
or BIOS 463                    Cell Chemistry                  4

MICR 311                       General Microbiology            5

BIOS 303                       Compar. Vert. Anat.             6

*See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites.


Biological Sciences - Pre-Exercise Physiology Major (B.S.)
Special Curriculum; major code BS2516

The following curriculum is designed to provide students interested in pursuing a graduate degree in exercise or work physiology with the necessary coursework to prepare for advanced study in a research-oriented graduate degree program.

Although an undergraduate degree in the area of exercise physiology may provide you the opportunity to compete in the job market, most current employment opportunities require a master's or doctoral degree.

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.


Freshman

BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173( * 
)     Intro to Zoology              14 

CHEM 151, 152, 153             Fund. of Chemistry            15

MATH 263A, B                   Calculus                       8
or MATH  266 A,B               Calculus for Biologists  

PSY 221                        Statistics for Behav. Sci.     5      
or MATH 250 and 251            Intro to Prob. and Stat.       8

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanities and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives shuld be taken when appropriate. Consult with your DARS and your academic advisor.

Sophomore

PHYS 201, 202( ** 
)             Intro to Physics     15
or PHYS 251, 252( ** 
)          General Physics

BIOS 320                      Animal Cell Biology   4

BIOS 325                      General Genetics      5

BIOS 330                      Evolution             4

Arts and Sciences degree requirements, university General Education Requirements, and/or electives.


Junior-Senior

BIOS 301 	        Human Anatomy 	              6

BIOS 345 	        Human Physiology 	      5

BIOS 346 	        Human Physiology Lab          3

BIOS 352 	        Biomechanics 	
or BIOS 420             Comp Vert Mechanics           4

CHEM 301, 302 	        Organic (short) 	      6
or CHEM 305, 306, 307   Organic (long)	           or 9

BIOS 463 	        Cell Chemistry 	              4
or CHEM 489 	        Biochemistry	
or CHEM 490, 491 ( + 
)    General Biochemistry I, II or 7

MICR 311 	        General Microbiology 	      5

BIOS 445 	        Physiology of Exercise 	      4

BIOS 446 	        Phys. of Exercise Lab 	      3

BIOS 493	        Undergrad. Research 	      6
or 494H

Suggested elective courses:

BIOS 401 	        Advanced Human Anatomy        6

BIOS 450 	        Endrocrinology       	      4

BIOS 493	        Intro to Nutrition  	      4
*See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites.

+Prereq: CHEM 305-307.


Biological Sciences-Premedicine Major (B.S.)
Special curriculum; major code BS2502

No specific major is required by medical colleges or by Ohio University in undergraduate preparation for medicine. Many students complete a major in one science or a dual major in two sciences.

For most medical schools, admission prerequisites include an entire year, with labs, in biological sciences, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics. Many schools also require a year of college English and college math, and strongly recommend courses in biochemistry, humanities, and the social sciences. Consult the catalog of a particular medical school to make sure you are meeting its prerequisites. Additional coursework in genetics, anatomy, physiology, cell biology, embryology, developmental biology and molecular biology will improve your preparedness. Courses that fulfill these requirements and recommendations are listed with this major and the chemistry premedicine major.

All medical college applicants are required to take the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) in spring (preferred) or fall of the calendar year before the year they expect to enroll in medical college.

A major in microbiology is also available for students who wish to complete graduate study in medicine or health sciences. Microbiology majors who plan to apply to medical school should also take CHEM 303 and 304 Organic Chemistry Lab.

You are encouraged to note particularly the opportunities provided by the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine and the preprofessional advising center (Irvine Hall 111).

As a premedical student majoring in biological sciences, you are required to satisfy the following program, completing a minimum of 52 hours in BIOS/MICR.

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.

Freshman

BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173( * 
)Intro to Zoology 	 14

CHEM 151, 152, 153        Fund. of Chemistry     15

MATH 263A, B( # 
)	          Calculus 	          8
or 266A, B( # 
)             Calculus for BIologists

CLAS 227 	          Gk. and Lat. Roots in 
	                  Biomedical Terminology  4

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanities and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives should be taken when appropriate. Consult with your DARS and your academic advisor.

Sophomore

CHEM 305, 306, 307 	Organic (long) 	           9

CHEM 303, 304 	        Organic Lab 	           5

PHYS 201, 202, 203 	Intro Physics	          15
or 251, 252, 253        General Physics

BIOS 320 	        Cell Biology	           4 

BIOS 325 	        General Genetics	   5 

BIOS 330 	        Evolution	           4 

PSY 221 	        Statistics 	           5
or MATH 250, 251		                or 8

Junior-Senior

MICR 311 	         General Microbiology 	  5

BIOS 303 	         Compar. Vert. Anatomy 	  6

BIOS 342, 343, 354, 355	 Prin. Physiology, labs	 10

CHEM 490, 491( ** 
) 	 General Biochemistry 	  7

Electives two or more in BIOS to earn a minimum of 52 hours required for B.S. degree.

*See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites.

**Prereq: CHEM 305-307.

#Some medical schools require 3 quarters of college calculus.


Biological Sciences-Pre-Optometry Major (B.S.)
Special curriculum; major code BS2505

Requirements for admission to schools of optometry are not uniform. A minimum of 90 hours exclusive of military science and physical education is required. However, most students entering optometry school have earned a bachelor�s degree. This curriculum meets the admission requirements for a collegiate program and consequently for most independent schools of optometry. Consult the catalog of a particular school to make sure you are meeting its prerequisites. To earn the degree in absentia, you must complete at least 144 hours, including all Arts and Sciences and University General Education Requirements and the program outlined below. This must include the departmental area requirements for the general biological sciences major. To graduate from Ohio University without the in absentiaoption, you must fulfill the biological sciences major requirements for your catalog year of entry. Candidates for optometry school normally take the Optometry Admission Test (OAT) in October or February before admission the following fall.

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.

Freshman

CHEM 151, 152, 153 	   Fund. of Chemistry 	         15

BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173( * 
) Intro to Zoology 	         14

PSY 101 	           Gen. Psychology 	          5

MATH 250, 251	           Statistics 	                  8
or PSY 221 	           Statistics for Behavioral Sci. 5

MATH 263A, B 	           Calculus 	                  8
or MATH 266A, B            Calculus for BIologists

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanities and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives should be taken when appropriate. Consult with your DARS and your academic advisor.

Sophomore

CHEM 305, 306, 307( *** 
) Organic Chemistry   9

BIOS 320 	        Cell Biology        4

BIOS 325 	        General Genetics    5

BIOS 330                Evolution           4

Junior

MICR 311 	        General Microbiology 	      5

PHYS 201, 202, 203 	Intro Physics 	             15
or PHYS 251, 252, 253   General Physics

BIOS 303                Compar. Vert. Anatomy         6

BIOS 342, 343, 354, 355 Principles of Physiology     10

BIOS 463	        Cell Chemistry	              4
or CHEM 490, 491 ( ** 
)	General Biochemistry I, II or 7

*See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites.

**Prereq: CHEM 305-307.

***Organic chemistry labs CHEM 303, 304 are required by many optometry schools. Consult their catalogs or web sites.

Because most students complete a baccalaureate degree before being accepted for professional school, consult the department advisor early in your freshman year for recommendations on degree requirements and electives.

You can obtain further information concerning requirements and the profession of optometry by writing to the American Optometric Association, 243 N. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis MO 63141, or consult the web site at https://www.aoanet.org .


Biological Sciences-Pre-Physical Therapy Major (B.S.)
Special curriculum; major code BS2507

There are no uniform requirements for physical therapy schools. Consult the school�s catalog or website for exact prerequisites. B.S. degree pre-physical therapy students majoring in biological sciences are required to complete the entire program. For more information about the school of physical therapy, see the Physical Therapy listing in this section. See also the Department of Psychology pre-physical therapy major in this section and the School of Physical Therapy listing in the College of Health and Human Services section.

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.

Freshman

BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173( ** 
) Intro to Zoology 	    14 

CHEM 151, 152, 153 	    Fund. of Chemistry      15

MATH 163A  	            Calculus 	             8
or MATH 266A                Calculus for Biologists

Phil 101 	            Fund. of Philosophy      5 
or PHIL 130( # 
)              Intro Ethics          or 4

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanities and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives shuld be taken when appropriate. Consult with your DARS and your academic advisor.

Sophomore

BIOS 325 	    General Genetics          5

BIOS 330 	    Principles of Evolution   4

CHEM 301, 302 	    Organic (short) 	      6
or CHEM 305,306,307 Organic (long)            9

PHYS 201, 202( *** 
)  Intro to Physics 	     10

PSY 101 	    General Psychology 	      5

PSY 221 	    Stat. for Behav. Sci.     5

PSY 273 	    Child and Adolescent      4

PT 259A 	    Intro to Phys. Therapy    2

Junior-Senior

MICR 211( + 
) 	Basic Microbiology      4
or PT 403( + 
)	Pathophysiology	        4

BIOS 301 	Human Anatomy           6

BIOS 345 	Human Physiology 	4

BIOS 346        Human Physiology Lab    3

BIOS 413( + 
) 	Human Neuroscience      3

BIOS 445 	Physiology of Exercise 	5

BIOS 446 	Phys. of Exercise Lab 	3

BIOS 463 	Cell Chemistry 	        4
or CHEM 489	Biochemistry
*See note, page 271

**See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites.

***PHYS 203 may be required for admission to certain graduate and professional schools.

+MICR 211 is required for a B.S. in biological sciences. For students who have been accepted into Ohio University's School of Physical Therapy in absentia, PT 403 may be used to fulfill the MICR 211 requirement. If BIOS 413 has not been completed before admission to the School of Physical Therapy, you must complete it during your first year.

# will fulfill philosophy requirement of OU Physical Therapy School


Biological Sciences-Pre-Veterinary Medicine Major (B.S.)
Special curriculum; major code BS2508

If you plan to attend veterinary school, learn the entrance requirements of the schools of your choice early in your college career. Many biological sciences majors, as well as the major in microbiology, are suitable preparation for veterinary school. Discuss your course selections with your academic advisor.

Many schools of veterinary medicine require a bachelor's degree for admission. A standardized test (MCAT, GRE, or VAT) must be taken at least one year before you expect to enroll in veterinary school. Contact the veterinary schools of your choice or see your advisor to determine which test you need.

You must meet Arts and Sciences and university requirements and the requirements of the biological sciences major; these requirements will fulfill prerequisites of most veterinary schools. Consult the catalog of a particular school to make sure that you are meeting its prerequisites.

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.

Freshman

BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173( ** 
) Intro to Zoology 	14

CHEM 151, 152, 153 	    Fund. of Chemistry 	15

MATH 263 A, B	            Calculus	         8		
or MATH 266 A, B	    Calculus for Biologists

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanities and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives should be taken when appropriate. Consult with your DARS and your academic advisor.

 

Sophomore

BIOS 320 Cell Biology 4 BIOS 325 General Genetics 5 BIOS 330 Evolution 4 CHEM 305, 306, 307 Organic Chemistry 9 PHYS 201, 202, 203 Intro to Physics 15 or PHYS 251, 252, 253 General Physics PSY 221 Statistics 5 or MATH 250, 251 Probability and Statistics or 8

Junior-Senior

MICR 311	          Microbiology                5

CHEM490, 491	          General Biochemistry        7

BIOS 303	          Comp. Vertebrate Anatomy    6

BIOS 342, 343, 354, 355   Principles of Physiology   10
An additional 4 credits of BIOS or MICR, at minimum, to give 52 hours required for the B.S.


Biological Sciences-Wildlife Biology Major (B.S.)
Special curriculum; major code BS2515

The Department of Biological Sciences provides a program for undergraduate students in biological sciences who are interested in careers in the conservation and biology of wildlife. Graduates of this program meet the course qualifications for state and federal civil service registers as ecologist, wildlife biologist, wildlife refuge manager, zoologist, and general biologist. This program also provides training for students planning to go on to graduate school in wildlife biology or an allied discipline such as mammalogy, ornithology, or animal ecology. You may want to use elective credits to obtain an Environmental Studies certificate.

Unless otherwise indicated, BIOS/MICR departmental courses may be retaken only once.

Tier I, II, III General Education and Arts and Sciences humanities and social science requirements, including foreign language (if necessary), and other electives should be taken when appropriate. Consult with your DARS and your academic advisor.

Freshman

BIOS 170, 171, 172, 173( * 
) Intro to Zoology 	   14

MATH 163A, B 	           Calculus 	            8         
or MATH 266A, B	           Calculus for Biologists

PBIO 111 	           Intro to Plant Biology   6

CHEM 151, 152, 153	   Fund. of Chemistry 	   15

Sophomore

CHEM 301, 302 	  Organic Chemistry         6

PSY 221           Statistics	            5

PHYS 201, 202( ** 
) Intro to Physics	   10

BIOS 320 	  Cell Biology 	            4

BIOS 325 	  Genetics 	            5

BIOS 330          Evolution                 4

Junior-Senior

BIOS 303 	Comp Vert. Anatomy 	   6

BIOS 375 	Animal Ecology	           5

BIOS 376 	Field Ecology 	           4

BIOS 491 	Internships 	           6 

A minimum of 16 hours in wildlife subjects selected from

PBIO 111 Intro to Plant Biology 6 BIOS 425 Evolutionary Genetics 4 BIOS 471 Ornithology 5 BIOS 474 Mammalogy 6 BIOS 477 Population Ecology 4 BIOS 478 Community Ecology 4 BIOS 479 Evolution 4 BIOS 481 Animal Conservation Biol. 4 BIOS 484 Wildlife Biology 3

Substitutions can be recommended by your advisor but must be approved in writing by the curriculum chair.

A minimum of 14 hours in plant sciences (PBIO major courses only), including PBIO 111.

If you plan to go on to graduate school, you should take BIOS 493 or BIOS 494H Undergraduate Research. Consult your advisor.

*See listing in Courses of Instruction section for prerequisites.

**PHYS 203 may be required for admission to certain graduate and professional schools.


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