Biology Program Outcomes

Goal 1 : Demonstrate a basic knowledge of biology and related chemistry. Demonstrate an understanding of advanced concepts in biology and related chemistry.

• SLO 1 : Understand basic facts and principles of biology.
• SLO 2 : Understand basic facts and principles of chemistry.
• SLO 3 : Demonstrate an understanding of core concepts in cellular biology.
• SLO 4 : Demonstrate an understanding of core concepts in organismal biology.
• SLO 5 : Demonstrate an understanding of advanced concepts in cellular biology.
• SLO 6 : Demonstrate an understanding of advanced concepts in organismal biology.
• SLO 7 : Demonstrate an understanding of the interactions and interdependency of life on earth.
• SLO 8 : Demonstrate an understanding of biologically relevant advanced concepts in chemistry.

Goal 2 : Be capable of utilizing the appropriate information, methodologies, technology, and research techniques for the critical analysis of biological problems.

• SLO 9 : Understand the methods by which scientific evidence is obtained and the interpretation of data.
• SLO 10 : Be able to communicate information effectively.

Goal 3 : Be prepared for graduate study and/or leadership in service to others via professional careers in the biological and chemical sciences.

• SLO 11 : Be prepared for graduate study via professional careers in the biological, medical and allied-health sciences.
• SLO 12 : Gain admission to graduate and professional programs, or obtain employment in a relevant field.