B.A. B.S. Biology
Courses
120 credit hours
90% career outcome rate
2 degree options
BiologyFeatured Courses
As a student in the biology major at Concordia Nebraska, you’ll have the opportunity to take specialized courses related to various aspects of the biology profession. These classes, designed to equip you for leadership and service in various biology careers, are taught by some of our esteemed faculty who have extensive experience in their fields.
BIO 351
General Microbiology
Lecture 2, Lab. 4. An introduction to the activities of bacteria and fungi. The laboratory will be concerned with the culture, physiology, and identification of the major groups of microbes. Emphasis is on pure culture technique and diversity of microbes in infection and disease.
BIO 344
Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Lecture 3, Lab. 3. A survey of the circulatory, respiratory, digestion, excretion, endocrine and reproductive systems. Introduction to nutrition and bio–rhythms.
BIO 343
Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Lecture 3, Lab. 3. A study of general principles of physiology, cell structure and function, cell metabolism and division. A survey of tissues, integumentary, skeletal, muscle, and nervous system.
BiologySample Schedule of Courses
The following sample course of study is an example of the sequence of courses you might take in order to receive your degree. Please plan to discuss your actual course of study with your advisor, who can help you stay on track to meet your academic and professional goals.
Semester 1
BIO 111
General Biology I
Lecture 3, Lab. 2. A study of general biology: Science as a way of knowing — Scientific methodology and practice; literacy in biological literature and research, study of cells and molecular biology, cell organelles, inclusions, function, and a study of genetics.
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FYE
First-Year Experience
A unique course designed to provide first-year college students with knowledge, tips and tricks to support their collegiate career.
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GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
15
Semester 2
BIO 112
General Biology II
Lecture 3, Lab. 2. A study of general biology, a continuation of General Biology I: organismic biology, structure and function of plants and animals, reproduction, growth and development, population biology, evolution as a paradigm and ecology.
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GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
14
Semester 3
GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
10
Semester 4
BIO 351
General Microbiology
Lecture 2, Lab. 4. An introduction to the activities of bacteria and fungi. The laboratory will be concerned with the culture, physiology, and identification of the major groups of microbes. Emphasis is on pure culture technique and diversity of microbes in infection and disease.
credits
GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
14
Semester 5
BIO 343
Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Lecture 3, Lab. 3. A study of general principles of physiology, cell structure and function, cell metabolism and division. A survey of tissues, integumentary, skeletal, muscle, and nervous system.
credits
GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
14
Semester 6
BIO 351
General Microbiology
Lecture 2, Lab. 4. An introduction to the activities of bacteria and fungi. The laboratory will be concerned with the culture, physiology, and identification of the major groups of microbes. Emphasis is on pure culture technique and diversity of microbes in infection and disease.
credits
GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
14
Semester 7
BIO 344
Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Lecture 3, Lab. 3. A survey of the circulatory, respiratory, digestion, excretion, endocrine and reproductive systems. Introduction to nutrition and bio–rhythms.
credits
GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
14
Semester 8
BIO 399
Research in Biology
Upper-level students will perform biological research under supervision of biology faculty and with assistance of students who are registered for BIO 299. Bio 299 and Bio 399 students will meet as one class but will have different course requirements. Writing Intensive course.
credits
GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
13
Biology Faculty
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