Department of Biology
Dr. Michael E. Held
Department of Biology, Gannon Hall
Requirements for Biology Major
Degree of Bachelor of Science
In addition to fulfilling the core curriculum requirements (60 credits), Biology majors must complete the following courses:
| Bi215 |
Principles of Anatomy & Physiology |
(4 crs) |
| Bi240 |
Cell and Molecular Biology |
(4 crs) |
| Bi310 |
Ecology |
(4 crs) |
| Bi350 |
Genetics |
(4 crs) |
| Bi |
Biology Electives (including 2 or more lab courses) |
(14 crs) |
| Ch131-132 |
General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis I and II |
(8 crs) |
| Pc185-186 |
General Physics I and II |
(6 crs) |
| Pc187-188 |
General Physics Laboratory I and II |
(2 crs) |
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Electives |
(14 crs) |
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60 crs |
Special Notes on Core Curriculum Requirements:
- A part of the core curriculum natural science requirement for Biology majors is fulfilled by Bi183-184-185-186 General Biology, I and II with lab, and by one credit of one of the other sciences listed above.
- The core curriculum mathematics requirement for biology majors is Ma123-124 Elementary Calculus, I and II. These courses may not be taken on a Pass/Fail basis.
- Students are strongly encouraged to consult with their Biology advisor as early as possible for course selection and career planning.
- While Ch251-252, Organic Chemistry I and II are not required for Biology majors, these courses are strongly recommended since they are required for many post-graduate programs (health careers and/or graduate school).
Concentration in Forensic Science
The concentration in Forensic Science allows students to obtain a science-oriented degree that is suppored by professional courses in forensic science and criminal justice. The field of forensic science is recognized as a respected discipline among scientists and criminal justice professionals.
Bi215— Principles of Anatomy & Physiology
Bi240— Cell and Molecular Biology ( 4 crs)
Bi260— Criminalistics ( 3 crs)
Bi350— Genetics ( 4 crs)
Bi450— Microbiology ( 3 crs)
Bc492— or Ch442 Biochemistry ( 3 crs)
Bt429— Special Topics in Biotechnoogy ( 3 crs)
Ch131-132— General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis, I and II ( 8 crs)
Ch251-252— Organic Cchemistry ( 8 crs)
Pc185-186— General Physics I and II ( 6 crs)
Pc187-188— General Physics Laboratory I and II ( 2 crs)
Cj165— Introduction to Criminology ( 3 crs)
Cj316— Criminal Evidence ( 3 crs)
Cj405— Crime Investigation ( 3 crs)
Cj406— Homicide ( 3 crs)
Cj486-487— Internship ( 1 cr )
Total |
4 crs
4 crs
3 crs
4 crs
3 crs
3 crs
3 crs
8 crs
8 crs
6 crs
2 crs
3 crs
3 crs
3 crs
3 crs
1 cr
61 crs
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Concentration in Environmental Science
Heightened awareness in environmental issues has created a need for individuals trained in the area of environmental science. The concentration in Environmental Science gives the student a solid background in the science and mathematics needed for this important and challenging career.
Bi350 Genetics ( 4 crs)
Bi430 Ecology ( 4 crs)
Bi450 Microbiology ( 3 crs)
Bi462 Botany ( 3 crs)
Bi471 Invertebrate Zoology ( 3 crs)
Bi473 Vertebrate Zoology ( 3 crs)
Ch131-132 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis, I and II ( 8 crs)
Ch251-252 Organic Cchemistry ( 8 crs)
Ch347 Elementary Physical Chemistry ( 4 crs)
Pc185-186 General Physics I and II ( 6 crs)
Pc187-188 General Physics Laboratory I and II ( 2 crs)
Es190 Introduction to Environmental Science ( 3 crs)
Es195 Environment of New Jersey ( 3 crs)
Es251 Geographic Information Systems ( 3 crs)
Es261 Soils and Geology ( 3 crs)
Es370 Junior Seminar ( 1 cr )
Es491 Internship ( 1 cr )
Es493 Research Seminar ( 1 cr )
Total |
4 crs
4 crs
3 crs
3 crs
3 crs
3 crs
8 crs
4 crs
6 crs
2 crs
3 crs
3 crs
3 crs
3 crs
1 cr
1 cr
1 cr
63 crs
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Sequence of Courses— Biology Concentration
| Freshman |
Sophomore |
Junior |
Senior |
Mod. Lang. ( 6 )
Bi183-184 ( 6 )
Bi185-186 ( 2 )
Ch131-132 ( 8 )
Ma123-124 ( 7 )
Cm120 or equiv. ( 3 )
Total Credits ( 32)
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Philosophy ( 6 )
Th110-120 ( 6 )
El123-124 ( 6 )
Soc. Science ( 3 )
Bi215 ( 4 )
Bi240 ( 4 )
Total Credits (29)
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Hs111-112 ( 6 )
Pc185-186 ( 6 )
Pc187-188 ( 2 )
Bi310 ( 4 )
Bi350 ( 4 )
Bi Electives ( 4 )
Soc. Science ( 3 )
Total Credits (29)
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Bi Electives (10)
Electives (15)
Core Electives (Values) ( 3 )
Ar127 or 128 ( 3 )
Total Credits (31)
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Sequence of Courses— Forensic Science Concentration
| Freshman |
Sophomore |
Junior |
Senior |
Mod. Lang. ( 6 )
Bi183-184 ( 6 )
Bi185-186 ( 2 )
Ch131-132 ( 8 )
Ma123-124 ( 7 )
Cm120 or equiv. ( 3 )
Total Credits ( 32) |
Philosophy ( 6 )
Th110-120 ( 6 )
Ch251-252 ( 8 )
Bi215 ( 4 )
Bi240 ( 4 )
Cj165 (3 )
Total Credits (31) |
Hs111-112 ( 6 )
Pc185-186 ( 6 )
Pc187-188 ( 2 )
Bi260 ( 3 )
Bi350 ( 4 )
Soc. Science ( 3 )
Cj316 (3)
Core Elective (3)
Total Credits ( 30 ) |
Bc492 ( 3 )
Bi429 ( 3 )
Cj405 ( 3 )
Cj 406 ( 3 )
Ar127 or 128 ( 3 )
El123-124 ( 6 )
Soc. Science ( 3 )
Cj486-487 ( 1 )
Bi 450 ( 3 )
Total Credits (28) |
Sequence of Courses— Environmental Science Concentration
| Freshman |
Sophomore |
Junior |
Senior |
Mod. Lang. ( 6 )
Bi183-184 ( 6 )
Bi185-186 ( 2 )
Ch131-132 ( 8 )
Ma123-124 ( 7 )
Cm120 or equiv. ( 3 )
Total Credits ( 32) |
Philosophy ( 6 )
Th110-120 ( 6 )
Ch251-252 ( 8 )
Bi350 ( 4 )
Es190 ( 3 )
Es195 (3 )
Total Credits (30) |
Hs111-112 ( 6 )
Pc185-186 ( 6 )
Pc187-188 ( 2 )
Bi430 ( 4 )
Bi450 ( 3 )
Ch347 ( 4 )
Es251 (3)
Es261 (3)
Es370 (1)
Total Credits ( 32 ) |
Bc462 ( 3 )
Bi471 ( 3 )
Bi473( 3 )
Core Electives ( 3 )
Ar127 or 128 ( 3 )
Es491 (1)
Es493 (1)
Soc. Science ( 6 )
El123-124( 6 )
Total Credits (29) |
Requirements for Biology Minors:
A minimum of 20 credits in Biology including Bi183-184-185-186 (8 crs), and any two (8 crs) of the following major courses, Bi215, 240, 310, 350, and 4 credits of Bi electives.
Requirements for Natural Science Major with a Concentration in Biology:
A minimum of 26 credits in biology, including Bi183-184-185-186 (8 crs), and any two of the other biology major courses, Bi215, 240, 310, 350, (8 crs), and biology electives (10 crs). A biology course lower than Bi183 may count as an elective with permission of the department.
New Jersey Marine Sciences Consortium
Saint Peter's College belongs to the New Jersey Marine Sciences Consortium. Students majoring in biology may do field work and learn about ocean, estuarine and marsh environments and study marine fishes, fisheries techniques, and marine fossils at field stations located at Sandy Hook. Courses for credit are available.
Articulations with Professional Schools
Saint Peter's College has entered into a series of formal agreements with several Professional Schools to enhance the opportunities of students majoring in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry and Physics to attend professional school. See the offerings on our Biomedical Sciences page.
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