Human Biology Minor

NSM PEAK

The Human Biology minor is designed for students desiring to better understand human biology.

Minor Requirements

15-16 credits

Mathematics Course (3-4 credits)

Complete one math course numbered 120 or above (3-4 credits).

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One course MAT-120 or higher

3-4 credits

Science Courses (12 credits)

Complete 12 credits (including at least two biology courses, with at least one laboratory course).

BIO-201Molecules to Cells

3 credits

BIO-201LMolecules to Cells Lab

1 credit

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BIO-210LMolecules to Cells Research-Based Lab

1 credit

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BIO-102Biology of Human Disease

3 credits

BIO-102LBiology of Human Disease Lab

1 credit

BIO-108Human Genetics

3 credits

BIO-109Biology of Reproduction

3 credits

BIO-129Murder, Medicine and Magic

3 credits

BIO-145Drugs, Brains and Behavior

3 credits

BIO-145LDrugs, Brain and Behavior Lab

1 credit

BIO-224Human Anatomy and Physiology I

3 credits

BIO-224LHuman Anatomy and Physiology I Lab

1 credit

BIO-225Human Anatomy and Physiology II

3 credits

BIO-225LHuman Anatomy and Physiology II Lab

1 credit

HHP-110Introduction to Exercise Science

3 credits

HHP-110LIntroduction to Exercise Science Lab

1 credit

HHP-318Applied Nutrition

3 credits

HHP-319Principles in Biomechanics

3 credits

PSY-202Biological Psychology

3 credits

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this minor, students will be able to:

1)  Demonstrate the appropriate use of mathematical and computational techniques to solve problems;

2)  Apply scientific reasoning to develop and test scientific questions;

3)  Recognize the role of scientific inquiry and scientific knowledge in society; and

4)  Describe examples of biological processes involved in human health and disease.