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Life Sciences and Project Strengthen Home Faculty and Staff About the Department Project Strengthen Course Descriptions Student Profiles Announcements Degree Programs MCAT course application Scholarly Activity Student Resources	Home / Undergraduate Studies / College of Arts and Sciences / Life Sciences and Project Strengthen Degree Programs MAJOR PROGRAMS IN BIOLOGY, BIOTECHNOLOGY, AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY The Biotechnology degree program merged with the Molecular Biology degree program in August 2009. Degree requirements:* BIO 2301 (Principles of Biology) or BIO 1315 (Introduction to Biotechnology) are the prerequisites to all biology courses above the freshman level. Potential majors must earn a C or better in BIO 1315 and BIO 2301. Additionally, Biology and Molecular Biology majors must earn a C or better in BIO 2310 (Zoology) and BIO 2316 (Botany), whereas Biotechnology majors must earn a C or better in BIO 3347 (Industrial Microbiology). The degree programs in the Department of Life Sciences are unrestricted majors, and any student eligible for admission to the University is eligible to declare the Biotechnology, Biology, or Molecular Biology as their potential major. However, all potential majors should submit the required formal application to the department during the second semester of their sophomore year for sanctioned program candidacy. Approval of students in the major program also requires completion of a minimum of 25 semester hours prior to submitting the required formal application to the Department. To satisfy the major requirement, a grade of C or better must be earned in each BIO and CHE course taken. A minimum overall grade point average of 2.5 is required to earn an undergraduate degree in biology, biotechnology, and molecular biology. Non-BIO course requirements for the three major options are one year of the following: general chemistry, organic chemistry, general physics, and calculus (MAT 1313 and MAT 2317). There is a foreign language requirement that can be met by successfully completing two foreign language courses at the elementary level or higher. Majors must complete a minor program in a discipline that differs from Biology, Biotechnology, or Molecular Biology. The Bachelor of Science degree program in Biology offered by the Department of Life Sciences will prepare students for admission into graduate and professional programs. The Department of Life Sciences offers coursework in the Biology degree program intended to prepare students for careers in medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry. The courses are designed to enhance performance on the MCAT, PCAT, DAT, and the GRE by the end of the junior year. The commonality of medicine, pharmacy, and biotechnology in this era of genomic discovery and therapies and their similar reliance upon foundational courses in biochemistry, anatomy and physiology, and microbiology are major reasons for encouraging all students within Life Science to enroll in BIO 3346, BIO 3311, and BIO 3231 and their associated laboratory class. The Bachelor of Science degree program in Biotechnology* will prepare graduates for entry-level positions in drug discovery and development sciences, advanced biotechnology laboratory methodologies, and regulatory and managerial policies related to the approval process for new chemical entities and devices. Our students will be sought after for positions in bio-manufacturing, environmental remediation, food sciences, and biopharmaceutical sectors of the biotechnology industry. The B. S. in Biotechnology will provide detailed training in recombinant DNA technology, proteomics, receptor-based assays, bioanalysis, molecular modeling, and a basic understanding of social and ethical issues surrounding new product development. The biotechnology degree program is built upon the success of WSSU in establishing one of the first B. S. degree programs in molecular biology in North Carolina. The Bachelor of Science degree program in Molecular Biology* focuses student learning on the structure and functions of DNA and RNA molecules. Students are instructed on how to manipulate these molecules, transfer genetic information, and characterize the influence of genes on cell function. They learn to apply their knowledge to solving primarily theoretical problems in genetics, genomics, and the molecular aspects of human diseases by sequencing DNA with state of the art technologies in the Forensics Laboratory. Media-based crime scene investigations are scientific applications derived from techniques pioneered in the fields of molecular genetics and biology. Therefore, the Bachelor of Science degree program in Molecular Biology is a pathway for careers as diverse but not limited to forensic sciences, drug discovery, and bioinformatics. Molecular Biology courses combined with a minor in Justice Studies will provide a pathway into Criminalistics and CSI-based law enforcement. The Biotechnology degree program merged with the Molecular Biology degree program in August 2009. OUTCOMES FOR MAJOR PROGRAMS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF LIFE SCIENCES* Students should be able to demonstrate: 1. Understanding of basic biological principles and the diversity of life. 2. Knowledge of specialized areas of biology. 3. Knowledge of technical skills needed to conduct biological research. 4. Ability to read scientific texts and literature with comprehension. 5. Critical thinking skills. 6. Basic computer literacy. MINOR PROGRAM IN BIOLOGY. BIO 2301 (Principles of Biology), BIO 2310 (Zoology), and a minimum of 10 semester hours above the freshman level are required. To satisfy this requirement, a C or better must be earned in each biology course taken. Students who minor in biology are also required to complete one of the following combinations of courses: 1. One year of general chemistry or one year of physical science, and one year of mathematics or 2. CHE 2111, CHE 2311, PHS 2337, and one year of mathematics or 3. CHE 2111, CHE 2311, PHS 3341, and one year of mathematics or 4. PSY 2336, PHS 3341, and one year of mathematics. MINOR PROGRAM IN BIOTECHNOLOGY OR MOLECULAR BIOLOGY. This minor program will provide the opportunity for STEM majors or other qualified students to develop their knowledge and skills in biotechnology and molecular biology. The program could be of particular benefit to students planning to pursue graduate degrees or to seek employment in areas related to molecular biology or biotechnology. Prerequisites include CHE 2111, CHE 2311, CHE 2112, and CHE 2312 (General Chemistry I and II) and CHE 3126 and CHE 3326 (Organic Chemistry I). For this minor, students must complete BIO 2301 (Principles of Biology), BIO 2310 (Zoology), and the following courses with a grade of C or better in each course: BIO 3334 Biotechnological Techniques I BIO 3231 Microbiology BIO 3232 Microbiology Lab BIO 3342 Introduction to Molecular Biology BIO 3346 Biochemistry BIO 3246 Biochemistry Lab BIO 4406 Research or Internship PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM. This program is designed for students who are applying to medical, dental or pharmacy school. The curriculum is similar to the biology paradigm. However, during the senior year, the following courses must be taken: BIO 4352 Introduction to Medical Physiology and Pharmacology BIO 3343 Histology BIO 3143 Histology Lab Social Sciences Elective BIO 3277 Investigation and Research II BIO 4277 Investigation and Research III BIO 4276 Seminar BIO 4323 Immunology BIO 4123 Immunology Lab BIO 3201 Tissue Culture
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