Biological Sciences
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Outcome Statement for Biological Science Majors
Graduating Bioscience Majors will:
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Recognize the relationship among structure, function, and process at all biological levels: molecular, cellular, organismal, population, community, and ecosystem.
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Describe and explain the major cellular processes in eukaryotes and prokaryotes.
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Describe the flow of genetic information, the chromosome theory of heredity, and the relationship between genetics and evolutionary theory.
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Use the principles of biological classification to examine the diversity of life and identify the phylogenetic relationships of the major groups of organisms
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Explain the principles of organismal evolution, including the role of natural selection
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Explain the ecological relationships between organisms and their environment.
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Demonstrate an ability to think critically and synthesize scientific information.
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Demonstrate an ability to apply mathematical and statistical approaches to interpreting biological information.
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Apply the scientific process, including designing and conducting experiments and testing hypotheses.
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Develop skills in the use of laboratory and field techniques commonly used in biology.
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Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and critique scientific papers.
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Prepare oral and written reports in a standard scientific format.
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Abide by established scholarly and scientific ethics in biology.
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Demonstrate knowledge of the role of biological science in society
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Develop an awareness of the careers and professions available in the biological sciences.
