Idaho State University Undergraduate Catalog 2007-2008

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Department of Biological Sciences

Chair and Professor: Bowyer
Assistant Chair for Undergraduate Programs and Professor: Scalarone
Assistant Chair for Graduate Programs and Professor: Rose
Professors: Huntly, Inouye, Kritsky, Peterson, Rodnick, Stephens, Urfer, Wharton, Winston
Research Professor: Kie
Associate Professors: C. Anderson, Brandon, Delehanty, DeVeaux, Germino, J. Hill, Keeley, Magnuson, Matocq, Meldrum, Sheridan, Shields, R. Smith
Clinical Associate Professor: Nehr-Kanet
Assistant Professors: Baxter, Bearden, Cretekos, Evilia, Groome, Kelchner, Thomas, Williams
Clinical Assistant Professor: S. Galindo
Research Professor:  Kie
Research Assistant Professor: St. Hilaire
Visiting Assistant Professor: Murphy
Associate Lecturer: Kazakevich
Assistant Lecturers: Crandall, Farrar, Frank, Harmon, S. Hill, Loxterman, Ogden, Owen, Perkel, Shurley
Technical Instructional Designer: C. Bunde
Adjunct Faculty: Black, Chapman
Affiliate Faculty: Apel, Beardsley, Beckman, Belzer, R. Boeger, W. Boeger, Bryant, C. Bunde, Burch, Carlson-Lammers, Colwell, Connelly, Cook, Eisentrager, Foster, E. Galindo, Howard, Kie, LaPatra, Lenington,  Loxterman, McGonigle, Newby, Perotto, Pierce, Poulson, Ptacek, Ray, Reed, Roberto, Rosentreter, Schuerman, Schwan, Scoville, Shell, L. Smith, Stevens, Thompson, Watwood, Weinberg, Ver Hoef, Wells, White, J.Young, M. Young
Emeriti: R. Anderson, Bowmer, D. Bunde, Farrell, Griffith, Holte, House, Linder, J. McCune, R. McCune, W. Minshall, F. Rose, Saul, Seeley, Spall, Streubel, Trost, Tullis, White

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The Department of Biological Sciences at Idaho State University offers the following undergraduate degrees:

Associate of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry*
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Science in Botany
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science
Bachelor of Science in Ecology
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Bachelor of Science in Zoology

*(Joint program with the Department of Chemistry.)

The student pursuing any B.S. degree in the biological sciences must complete General Education Goals 1, 2, 3,  4 and 5; two of Goals 6, 7, 8; and three of Goals 9, 10, 11, and 12 (Goals 10A and 10B are alternate means of satisfying Goal 10), in addition to satisfying the departmental requirements. A student pursuing a B.A. in biology must complete all General Education Goals (i.e., Goals 1-9a, 10A and 10B, and 11-12) in addition to satisfying the departmental requirements.

A maximum of 8 credits of BIOL g481 and/or g482, Independent Problems, may be applied to any Bachelor’s degree program in Biological Sciences. Students involved in undergraduate research may also apply 4 credits of BIOL 493, Senior Thesis, to their degree program.

Students may select courses in the College of Education to meet the requirements for teacher certification while completing a degree in the College of Arts and Sciences. Such students must apply for admission to the Teacher Education Program.  See the Teacher Education Program in this Catalog for requirements in the College of Education.

Students should consult current departmental list of course rotations to determine which semesters and years these courses will be offered.

Associate of Science in Biology

Students seeking an Associate of Science degree in Biology must complete the following:
General Education Goals for the
  Bachelor of Science*                            variable
BIOL 101,101L   Biology I, and Lab                    4 cr
BIOL 102,102L   Biology II, and Lab                   4 cr
BIOL 209,209L   General Ecology, and Lab              4 cr
BIOL 206, 207   Cell Biology, and Lab                 4 cr
           OR
BIOL 221, 223   Introductory Microbiology, and Lab    4 cr
MATH 147        College Algebra and Trigonometry      5 cr
MATH 160***     Applied Calculus                      3 cr
           OR
PHYS 111,113    General Physics I, and Lab            5 cr

Either these two courses:
CHEM 111, 112** General Chemistry I and II            9 cr

OR these three courses:
CHEM 101        Introduction to General Chemistry     3 cr
CHEM 102        Introduction to Organic and
                  Biochemistry                        3 cr
CHEM 103        Introduction to Organic and
                  Biochemistry Laboratory             1 cr

Electives to bring total to 64 cr                 variable

Notes:

*  The number of credits required for the General Education requirements varies depending on the student's performance on proficiency or placement tests in English, foreign languages, and mathematics.
** Chemistry 111 and 112 are highly recommended. Chemistry 111 and 112 are required for all B.S. and B.A. degrees in the biological sciences except for a B.S. in Biology and they are required for nearly all professional programs. Please talk to your academic advisor.
***MATH 160 Applied Calculus is highly recommended. MATH 160 is required for all B.S. and B.A. degrees in the biological sciences. Students may take MATH 170 in place of MATH 160. MATH 160 has a prerequisite of MATH 143.
   MATH 170 has prerequisites of MATH 143 and 144. Prerequisites for both classes may be satisfied by the Mathematics placement exam. Please talk to your academic advisor.

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry

The student majoring in Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Biochemistry is provided with a broad base of theoretical and practical knowledge which will qualify him or her either for an immediate career in microbiology, clinical laboratory science, or biochemistry or for further education in graduate or professional school. Men and women in the health professions use their microbiological and biochemical training daily to diagnose and treat disease conditions caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, cancers, and biochemical imbalances. Food microbiologists and research scientists directly apply their knowledge of the basic principles of microbiology and biochemistry in the development and processing of their products. Doctors, nurses, and medical and dental technicians constantly utilize microbiology training in their work.

The purpose of the B.S. in Biochemistry is to serve students who seek to develop a strong background in biochemistry and the supporting sciences of biology, chemistry and physics.  Majors also gain experiences in the broad areas of biochemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, and medical and/or ecological applications of each.  Majors gain experiences that will prepare them to participate in research development, planning and implementation and to be competent to carry out standard biochemical and molecular biology techniques in the laboratory.  The B.S. in Biochemistry prepares students to be competitive for positions in research, graduate schools, health profession schools, and in the biotechnology industry.

Core requirements

BIOL 101 Biology I 4 cr
BIOL 102 Biology II 4 cr
BIOL 206 Cell Biology 4 cr
BIOL 235 General Microbiology 4 cr
BIOL 334 Experimental Biochemistry 1 cr
BIOL g445 Biochemistry I 3 cr
BIOL 447 Biochemistry II 3 cr
BIOL 448 Advanced Experimental Biochemistry 2 cr
BIOL 491 Seminar in Biochemistry 1 cr
CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHEM 211 Inorganic Chemistry 3 cr
CHEM 213 Inorganic Chemistry Lab I 1 cr
CHEM 232 Quantitative Analysis 2 cr
CHEM 234 Quantitative Analysis Lab 2 cr
CHEM 301 Organic Chemistry I 3 cr
CHEM 302 Organic Chemistry II 3 cr
CHEM 303 Organic Chemistry I Lab 1 cr
CHEM 304 Organic Chemistry II Lab 1 cr
CHEM 341* Topics in Physical Chemistry I 3 cr
CHEM 342* Topics in Physical Chemistry II 3 cr
CHEM 491 or 492  Seminar 1 cr
MATH 170 Calculus I 4 cr
MATH 175 Calculus II 4 cr
MATH 253 Introduction to Statistics 3 cr
MATH 275 Calculus III 4 cr
PHYS 211 Engineering Physics I 4 cr
PHYS 212 Engineering Physics II 4 cr
PHYS 213 Engineering Physics I Lab 1 cr
PHYS 214 Engineering Physics II Lab 1 cr
 
*May elect to take CHEM 351and 352 instead of CHEM 341 and 342.  
 
Elective Courses 
Choose a minimum of 16 credits, with at least 6 credits in Biological Sciences and 6 credits in Chemistry (advanced or experimental CHEM courses are acceptable).
 
BIOL 303 Principles of Animal Physiology 4 cr
BIOL 358 Genetics 3 cr
BIOL g411K Molecular Biology Laboratory Methods 3 cr
BIOL g434 Microbial Diversity  3 cr
BIOL g451 Immunology 4 cr
BIOL g465, g467 Microbial Genetics, and Laboratory 4 cr
BIOL g473 Industrial Microbiology 4 cr
BIOL g475 General Virology  3 cr
BIOL g477 or g478 Bacterial or Animal Virology Lab 1 cr
BIOL g481, g482 Independent Problems (max 2 credits) 2 cr
BIOL g488 Advanced Radiobiology 3 cr
CHEM 331, 334 Instrumental Analysis, and Lab 4 cr
CHEM 365, 366 Synthetic Methods, and Lab 4 cr
CHEM g407 Inorganic Chemistry II 2 cr
CHEM g433, g437 Environmental Chemistry, and Lab 3 cr
CHEM g453 Modern Experimental 
	Physical Chemistry  3 cr
CHEM g481, g482 Independent Problems (max 2 credits) 2 cr
MATH 240 Linear Algebra 3 cr
MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 cr

Bachelor of Arts in Biology

The B.A. in Biology program is designed for students who wish to emphasize the biological sciences but who do not plan to enroll in graduate or professional programs in the biological or medical sciences. Students who meet the minimum requirements for this program, which requires fewer courses in Chemistry and Physics, will not meet the minimum requirements for admission to most graduate and professional programs.

The purpose of the B.A. in Biology is to serve students who have a broad interest in the biological sciences and who seek substantial latitude in the development of their own programs.  This degree fosters broad exposure to disciplines outside of the biological sciences and knowledge and understanding of major concepts in the biology as well as the processes of scientific investigation. The B.A. serves students who intend to graduate with a B.A. in biology, certify to teach in public schools, satisfy the admission requirement for health related professional schools, emphasize ecology or natural history, or develop a variety of laboratory skills.  The B.A. in Biology requires significant exposure to concepts in math and the physical sciences and broad exposure to disciplines outside of the biological sciences as well as to disciplines within the biological sciences while providing a large number of electives. The consequence is broad exposure to the biological and an opportunity to specialize in areas of interest to students.

Required Courses:
BIOL 101,101L   Biology I, and Lab                    4 cr
BIOL 102,102L   Biology II, and Lab                   4 cr
BIOL 206,207    Cell Biology and Lab                  4 cr
BIOL 209,209L   General Ecology, and Lab              4 cr
BIOL 358        Genetics                              3 cr
BIOL g417       Organic Evolution                     3 cr
BIOL 491 or 492 Seminar                               2 cr
Additional upper division course work
  in Biological Sciences,                            28 cr
  which must include at least 6 credits in Botany
  (BIOS g404, g405, g406, g408, g409, or g412)
  and at least 6 credits in Zoology
  (BIOL 310, 314, 324, g419, g420, g423, g426, g427, g429,
  g431, g435, g438, g440, g441, g443, g449, g456, g459,
  g470, g486, or g495)
MATH 160        Applied Calculus (see note 5)        3 cr
CHEM 111,111L   General Chemistry I, and Lab          5 cr
CHEM 112,112L   General Chemistry II, and Lab         4 cr

Notes:
1. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree must satisfy all of the General Education goals.
2. Students who plan to apply to graduate or professional programs in the biological or medical sciences are strongly advised to take CHEM 111/112, a full year of Organic Chemistry (add CHEM 302, 304), and a full year of Physics (add PHYS 112, 114). These classes are required by many graduate and professional programs.
3. Students should consult with their advisors and with the current departmental list of course rotations to determine which semesters and years biology electives will be offered.
4. Students may select courses in the College of Education to meet the requirements for teacher certification while completing a degree in the College of Arts and Sciences. Such students must apply for admission to the Teacher Education Program.  See the Teacher Education Program in the University Bulletin for requirements in the College of Education.
5. Students may take MATH 170 in place of MATH 160. MATH 160 has a prerequisite of MATH 143. MATH 170 has prerequisites of MATH 143 and 144. Prerequisites for both classes can be satisfied by the Mathematics placement exam.
6. Up to 8 credits of Organic Chemistry may be counted towards required upper division credits in Biological Sciences.
7. A maximum of 8 credits of BIOL g481/g482, Independent Problems, may be applied to this degree program.

Bachelor of Science in Biology

The B.S. in Biology program, with fewer required courses than the other B.S. majors, is designed to present the student selecting this major with considerable latitude in developing an individualized program. It also has the flexibility of permitting a student to select courses to meet the State of Idaho requirements for teacher certification while completing a degree in the Department of Biological Sciences. The student is permitted 67 elective hours in the program. 27 of these credits must be selected from biology with the remainder restricted only by university general requirements.

The purpose of the B.S. in Biology is to serve students who have a broad interest in the biological sciences and who seek substantial latitude in the development of their own programs. This degree fosters, in students, knowledge and understanding of major concepts in the discipline as well as the processes of scientific investigation.  The B.S. also serves students who intend to graduate with a B.S. in biology, certify to teach in public schools, satisfy the admission requirement for health related professional schools, emphasize ecology or natural history, or develop a variety of laboratory skills.  The B.S. in Biology requires significant exposure to concepts in math and the physical sciences and broad exposure to the biological sciences while providing a large number of electives.  The consequence is broad exposure to the biological and an opportunity to specialize in areas of interest to students.

Required Courses

BIOL 101,101L   Biology I, and Lab 4 cr 
BIOL 102,102L   Biology II, and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 206,207    Cell Biology and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 209,209L   General Ecology, and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 235,235L   General Microbiology, and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 358 Genetics 3 cr
BIOL g417       Organic Evolution 3 cr
BIOL 491,492    Seminars                                2 cr
Additional upper division course work 
in Biological Sciences, 21 cr
  which must include at least 6 credits in Botany: 
 (BIOL g404, g405, g406, g408, g409, or g412) 
  and at least 6 credits in Zoology: 
  (BIOL 310, 314, 324, g419, g420, g423, g426, g427, g429,  
 g431, g435, g438, g440, g441, g443, g449, g456, g459, 
 g470, g486, or g495) 
CHEM 111,111L General Chemistry I, and Lab 5 cr
CHEM 112,112L   General Chemistry II, and Lab 4 cr
CHEM 301,303    Organic Chemistry I, and Lab 4 cr
MATH 160 Applied Calculus (see note 5)  3 cr 
MATH 350 Statistical Methods  3 cr
BIOL 316        Biometry Laboratory 1 cr
PHYS 111,113    General Physics I, and Lab            4 cr 

Notes:
1. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree must satisfy goals 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, two of goals 6, 7, and 8, and three of goals 9, 10, 11, and 12. Goal 10 may be satisfied by either 10A or 10B.
2. Students who plan to apply to graduate or professional programs in the biological or medical sciences are strongly advised to take a full year of Organic Chemistry (add CHEM 302, 304) and a full year of Physics (add PHYS 112, 114). These classes are required by many graduate and professional programs.
3. Biology electives must include upper division course work in both botany and zoology.  Students should consult with their advisors and with the current departmental list of course rotations to determine which semesters and years biology electives will be offered.
4. Students may select courses in the College of Education to meet the requirements for teacher certification while completing a degree in the College of Arts and Sciences. Such students must apply for admission to the Teacher Education Program.  See the Teacher Education Program in the University Bulletin for requirements in the College of Education.
5. Students may take MATH 170 in place of MATH 160. MATH 160 has a prerequisite of MATH 143. MATH 170 has prerequisites of MATH 143 and 144. Prerequisites for both classes can be satisfied by the Mathematics placement exam. The requirement for MATH 350 and BIOL 316 may be satisfied by taking MGT 216 and MGT 217. MATH 253 does not satisfy this requirement.
6. CHEM 302/304 may be counted towards required upper division credits in Biological Sciences.
7. A maximum of 8 credits of BIOL g481/g482, Independent Problems, may be applied to this degree program.

Bachelor of Science in Botany

The B.S. degrees in Botany and Zoology are designed to prepare students for professional and graduate schools. These majors incorporate the biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics required to meet the admission requirements of most graduate and professional schools. Included in these programs are the General Education Requirements as well as electives which permit considerable breadth in training.

The purpose of the B.S. in Botany is to serve students who seek to develop a strong background in the core areas of Plant Sciences.  Majors receive advance training in specific fields of study to provide experiences that are professionally relevant. The B.S. in botany major is recommended to students who plan careers related to the biology of plants, including areas like plant conservation, developmental biology, ecology, evolutionary biology, horticulture, physiology, and systematics. The Botany degree prepares students for direct employment with public agencies and private companies, or for entry into graduate school.

1.  Courses in Biological Sciences
BIOL 101,101L   Biology I, and Lab                    4 cr
BIOL 102,102L   Biology II, and Lab                   4 cr
BIOL 206,207    Cell Biology, and Lab                 4 cr
BIOL 209,209L   General Ecology, and Lab              4 cr
BIOL 358        Genetics                              3 cr
BIOL g404,g404L Elements of Plant Physiology, and Lab 4 cr
BIOL g406,g406L Plant Diversity 
                  and Evolution, and Lab              4 cr
BIOL g408,g408L Plant Ecology, and Lab                4 cr
BIOL g412,g412L Systematic Botany, and Lab            4 cr
BIOL g417       Organic Evolution                     3 cr
BIOL 491,492    Seminars                              2 cr

And at least 6 credits from the following upper division Botany electives:
BIOL 313        Plants and Human Prospects            3 cr
BIOL g405,405L  Plant Form and Function, and Lab      3 cr
BIOL g416,g416L Population and Community Ecology,
                and Lab                               3 cr
BIOL g442,g442L Plant and Animal Interactions, 
                  and Lab                             3 cr
BIOL g489       Field Ecology                         3 cr
BIOL g481,g482  Independent Problems                1-6 cr
BIOL 493        Senior Thesis                       1-4 cr

2.  Courses in Mathematics and Statistics *
BIOL 316        Biometry Lab                          1 cr
MATH 160        Applied Calculus                      3 cr
MATH 350        Statistical Methods                   3 cr

3.  Courses in Chemistry and Physics**00336461392
CHEM 111,111L   General Chemistry I and Lab           5 cr
CHEM 112,112L   General Chemistry II and Lab          4 cr
CHEM 301,303    Organic Chemistry I, Lab              4 cr
PHYS 111,113    General Physics I and Laboratory      4 cr

Notes
* MATH 160 may be substituted for MATH 160. MATH 160 has a prerequisite of MATH 143. MATH 170 has a prerequisite of MATH 147. Prerequisite requirements may be satisfied by the Mathematics placement exam. The requirement for MATH 350 and BIOL 316 may be satisfied by taking MGT 216 and MGT 217. MATH 253 does not satisfy this requirement.
** Students planning to apply to graduate programs are advised to take CHEM 302, 304 or BIOL g432, AND PHYS 112, 114.

Bachelor of Science in Ecology

The Ecology program seeks to develop an understanding of ecological systems and their reactions to perturbations, expertise in problem solving and communication skills, and a solid background in basic ecology and supporting disciplines. The curriculum was designed to meet the needs of students who are interested in environmental assessment, planning, conservation, and work with natural resource management agencies, or of those who wish to pursue advanced training in ecology.

The purpose of the B.S. in Ecology is to serve students who seek to develop a strong background in the fundamental principles of ecology and in more specific fields of study, many of which include the collection and analysis of field data.  The B.S. in Ecology is recommended to students who plan careers in ecology, conservation biology, environmental studies, or resource management.  The B.S. in Ecology prepares students for employment in resource management agencies and private companies as well as for advanced studies at the graduate level.

1. Required Biology Courses:
BIOL 101,101L   Biology I and Lab                     4 cr
BIOL 102,102L   Biology II and Lab                    4 cr
BIOL 206,207    Cell Biology                          4 cr
BIOL 358        Genetics                              3 cr
BIOL g417       Organic Evolution                     3 cr
BIOL 491 or 492 Senior Seminar                        1 cr

2. Required Ecology Courses*,†
BIOL 192        Ecology Seminar                       1 cr
BIOL 209,209L   General Ecology and Lab               4 cr
BIOL g418       Ecological Topics                   1-3 cr
BIOL g489       Field Ecology                         3 cr
BIOL 496        Ecology Senior Seminar                1 cr

Plus two of the following courses:
BIOL 337        Conservation of Natural Resources     3 cr
BIOL g408,g408L Plant Ecology and Lab                 3 cr
BIOL g416,g416L Population and Community Ecology
                and Lab                               3 cr
BIOL g442       Plant and Animal Interactions         3 cr
BIOL g459,g459L Fish Ecology and Lab                  3 cr
BIOL g462,g462L Freshwater Ecology and Lab            3 cr
BIOL g476,g476L Ecology of Water Pollution and Lab    3 cr

3. Organismal Biology (Take two of the following courses)†
BIOL 303,303L   Principles of Animal Physiology
                and Lab                               4 cr
BIOL 310,310L   Invertebrate Zoology and Lab          4 cr
BIOL g404,g404L Plant Physiology and Lab              4 cr
BIOL g405,g405L Plant Form and Function and Lab       3 cr
BIOL g406,g406L Plant Diversity and Evolution and Lab 4 cr
BIOL g412,g412L Systematic Botany and Lab             4 cr
BIOL g426,g426L Herpetology and Lab                   3 cr
BIOL g427,g427L Ichthyology and Lab                   3 cr
BIOL g431,g431L General Entomology and Lab            3 cr
BIOL g435       Vertebrate Paleontology               4 cr
BIOL g438       Ornithology                           3 cr
BIOL g441,g441L Mammalogy and Lab                     3 cr
BIOL g495       Ethology                              3 cr

4. Required Quantitative Skills Courses†

BIOL 316        Biometry Lab                          1 cr
MATH 350        Statistical Methods                   3 cr
PHYS 111,113    General Physics I and Lab             4 cr

Plus one of the following courses:
GEOL 403        Introduction to GIS                   3 cr
PHYS 112        General Physics II                    3 cr
MATH 175        Calculus II (must have MATH 170)      4 cr
MATH 240        Linear Algebra                        3 cr
MATH 287        Discrete Structures                   3 cr

5. Required Supporting Sciences Courses**,***,§
MATH 160        Applied Calculus                      3 cr
            OR
MATH 170        Calculus I                            4 cr
CHEM 111,113    General Chemistry I and Lab           5 cr
CHEM 112,114    General Chemistry II and Lab          4 cr
CHEM 301,303    Organic Chemistry I and Lab           4 cr

Plus one of the following courses:
BIOL g432       Biochemistry (1 semester class)       3 cr
BIOL g445       Biochemistry I                        3 cr
BIOL g447       Biochemistry II                       3 cr
CHEM 302,304    Organic Chemistry II and Lab          4 cr
GEOL 101,101L   Physical Geology and Lab              4 cr
GEOL g402       Geomorphology                         4 cr
GEOL g406       Environmental Geology                 3 cr
GEOL g409       Remote Sensing                        3 cr
GEOL g415       Quaternary Geology                    4 cr
GEOL g420       Principles of Geochemistry            3 cr
GEOL g421       Structural Geology                    4 cr
GEOL g430       Principles of Hydrogeology            3 cr
GEOL g445       Principles of Geophysics              4 cr
GEOL g452       Sedimentation–Stratigraphy            3 cr
MATH 175        Calculus II                           4 cr
MATH 240        Linear Algebra                        3 cr
MATH 287        Discrete Structures                   3 cr
PHYS 112        General Physics II                    3 cr
PHYS g412       Environmental Health Physics          3 cr

Notes:
* It is recommended that additional credits be taken in BIOL g481-g482, Independent Problems, or BIOL 493, Senior Thesis, in the area of ecology. A maximum of 8 credits of BIOL g481 and/or g482 may be applied to this degree program. ECON 201 and 202 are highly recommended (only 3 credits apply toward Goal 11 of the General Education Requirements). In addition, a student should take a minimum of 9 credits in a single area of concentration outside the Biological Sciences Department, e.g. business, computer science, political science.
**Many graduate programs in Ecology, including Idaho State University’s M.S. and Ph.D. programs, require one year of organic chemistry and one year of physics. If you plan to apply to a graduate program, you are advised to include these courses in your undergraduate program. In many cases a semester of biochemistry can be used in place of the second semester of organic chemistry.
***A class may not be used to satisfy requirements in more than one area (e.g. Calculus II may not be used to satisfy the Quantitative Skills requirement and the Supporting Sciences requirement).
§Students may take MATH 170 in place of MATH 160. MATH 160 has a prerequisite of MATH 143. MATH 170 has prerequisites of MATH 143 and 144. Prerequisites for both classes can be satisfied by the Mathematics placement exam. The requirement for MATH 350 and BIOL 316 may be satisfied by taking MGT 216 and MGT 217. MATH 253 does not satisfy this requirement.
†  Credits for BIOL 481, 482, 493, or 499 can be substituted for courses in categories 2, 3, and 4, subject to approval by the Assistant Chair for Undergraduate Programs.

Bachelor of Science in Microbiology

The student majoring in Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Biochemistry is provided with a broad base of theoretical and practical knowledge which will qualify him or her either for an immediate career in microbiology, clinical laboratory science, or biochemistry or for further education in graduate or professional school. Men and women in the health professions use their microbiological and biochemical training daily to diagnose and treat disease conditions caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, cancers, and biochemical imbalances. Food microbiologists and research scientists directly apply their knowledge of the basic principles of microbiology and biochemistry in the development and processing of their products. Doctors, nurses, and medical and dental technicians constantly utilize microbiology training in their work.

The purpose of the B.S. in Microbiology is to serve students who seek to develop a strong background in microbiology, and in broad areas of molecular biology, biotechnology, and medical and/or ecological applications. Majors gain experiences that prepare them to participate in the development of research plans and their implementation, and to be competent to carry out standard microbiological and molecular biology techniques in the laboratory.  The B.S. in microbiology prepares students to be competitive for positions in research, graduate schools, health professional schools, and in the biotechnology industry.

The General Education and Total University Credit Requirements must be met. See General Education Goals for a B.S. degree. A minimum of 128 credits are required for graduation. 36 of these must be upper division credits.

Courses in Biological Sciences*
BIOL 101,101L   Biology I and Lab                     4 cr
BIOL 102,102L   Biology II and Lab                    4 cr
BIOL 235,235L   General Microbiology and Lab          4 cr
BIOL 334        Experimental Biochemistry             1 cr
BIOL g432       Biochemistry                          3 cr
BIOL g433,g433L Microbial Physiology and Lab          3 cr
BIOL g434       Microbial Diversity                   3 cr
BIOL g451       Immunology                            3 cr
BIOL 451L       Immunology Laboratory                 1 cr
BIOL g455       Pathogenic Microbiology               3 cr
BIOL 455L       Pathogenic Microbiology Laboratory    2 cr
BIOL g465       Microbial Genetics                    3 cr
BIOL g467       Microbial Genetics Laboratory         1 cr
BIOL g475       General Virology                      3 cr
BIOL g477       Bacterial Virology Laboratory         1 cr 
           OR
BIOL g478       Animal Virology Laboratory            1 cr
BIOL 491 or 492 Senior Seminar                        1 cr
BIOL 494        Seminar in Microbiology               1 cr

Courses in Math**
MATH 147        Precalculus                           5 cr

MATH 160        Applied Calculus                      3 cr

Courses in Chemistry
CHEM 111        General Chemistry I                   5 cr
CHEM 112        General Chemistry II                  4 cr
CHEM 232,234    Quantitative Analysis and Lab         4 cr
CHEM 301,303    Organic Chemistry I and Lab           4 cr
CHEM 302,304    Organic Chemistry II and Lab          4 cr

Courses in Physics

 PHYS 111,113    General Physics I and Lab             4 cr
 PHYS 112,114    General Physics II and Lab            4 cr

Courses in Foreign Language***

Foreign Language                                      8 cr

Notes:
*Students electing to take BIOL 447 (Biochemistry II) are advised to take BIOL 445 as the first biochemistry course.

**Students electing to take MATH 175 are advised to take MATH 170 rather than MATH 160 as the first calculus course.

***Any of the foreign languages offered at Idaho State University. This requirement is waived for those who have taken 2 or more years of high school foriegn language in the same language with a grade of “C” or above. A high school transcript must be delivered to the Department of Biological Sciences.

A maximum of 8 credits of BIOL g481/g482, Independent Problems, may be applied to this degree program.

Bachelor of Science in Zoology

The B.S. degrees in Botany and Zoology are designed to prepare students for professional and graduate schools. These majors incorporate the biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics required to meet the admission requirements of most graduate and professional schools. Included in these programs are the General Education Requirements as well as electives which permit considerable breadth in training.

The purpose of the B.S. in Zoology is to serve students who have a broad interest in zoology and who seek to develop a strong background in supporting disciplines. Majors gain substantial exposure to concepts in math and the physical sciences, broad exposure to cell biology, genetics, anatomy, physiology, and animal diversity, and the opportunity to develop strengths in specific disciplines.  This degree fosters knowledge and understanding of major concepts in the discipline as well as the processes of scientific investigation.  The B.S. in  Zoology prepares students to pursue graduate education, to satisfy the admission requirement for health related professional schools, and to develop investigative skills.

Required Courses*, **
BIOL 101,101L   Biology I and Lab                     4 cr
BIOL 102,102L   Biology II and Lab                    4 cr
BIOL 206,207    Cell Biology and Lab                  4 cr
BIOL 209,209L   General Ecology and Lab               4 cr
BIOL 303,303L*  Principles of Animal Physiology,
                and Lab                               4 cr
BIOL 310,310L   Invertebrate Zoology ,
                and Lab                               4 cr
BIOL 314,314L   Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy,
                and Lab                               4 cr
           OR
BIOL 324,324L   Developmental Biology, and Lab        4 cr
BIOL 316        Biometry Lab                          1 cr
BIOL 358        Genetics                              3 cr
BIOL g417       Organic Evolution                     3 cr
BIOL 491,492    Seminars                              2 cr
CHEM 111        General Chemistry I                   5 cr
CHEM 112        General Chemistry II                  4 cr
CHEM 301,303    Organic Chemistry I, and Lab          4 cr
CHEM 302,304    Organic Chemistry II, and Lab         4 cr
MATH 147        Precalculus                           5 cr
MATH 160        Applied Calculus***                   3 cr
MATH 350        Statisitical Methods                  3 cr
PHYS 111,113    General Physics I, and Lab            4 cr
PHYS 112,114    General Physics II, and Lab           4 cr
Electives (upper-division zoology)                    6 cr
Notes:
* The requirement for BIOL 303 may be satisfied by taking BIOL 301 and 302, Anatomy and Physiology.
**Students electing to take MATH 175 are advised to take MATH 170 rather than MATH 160 as the first calculus course.
***The requirement for MATH 350 and BIOL 316 may be satisfied by taking MGT 216 and MGT 217. MATH 253 does not satisfy this requirement.

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree program must satisfy goals 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, two of goals 6, 7, and 8, and three of goals 9, 10, 11 and 12.
Goal 10 may be satisfied by either 10A or 10B.

Minors in Biological Sciences:  Biology, Botany, Ecology, Microbiology, Zoology

Minor in Biology

The Biology Minor is available only for majors outside of the Biological Sciences.
BIOL 101,101L   Biology I and Lab                     4 cr Molecular Biology Laboratory Methods 3 credits. Molecular biological techniques necessary for the understanding of research and diagnostics. Specific skills include DNA purification, amplification, cloning, manipulation, analysis, sequencing expression of cloned genes, and computer bioinformatic analysis of this information. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. S
BIOL 102,102L   Biology II and Lab                    4 cr
BIOL 221        Introductory Microbiology             3 cr
BIOL 223        Introductory Microbiology Laboratory  1 cr
BIOL 206,207    Cell Biology, and Lab                 4 cr
BIOL 209,209L   General Ecology, and Lab              4 cr
BIOL 358        Genetics                              3 cr
BIOL g417       Organic Evolution                     3 cr
Upper division Biology courses*                     3-4 cr