Biological Science: Composite Teaching BA, BS - 4 Year Degree Map

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Following is a sample plan. Please note that student-specific plans may differ.
Meet with an academic advisor to create a specific plan that best fits your academic needs.
The student is ultimately responsible for knowing and completing all degree requirements.
Make sure you meet the registration requirements for each class by clicking the course link and checking any prerequisites or corequisites.
Consultation with an advisor may result in an altered plan customized for an individual student.
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First Year

Fall Semester (15 credits)

*Students who complete the coursework for a Chemistry Teaching Minor will not need to complete the Physiology course with Lab requirement (4-5 credits) but are encouraged to do so to broaden their knowledge. See Advisor for details.

**MATH 1210 , STAT 2000 or STAT 3000 ; or a prerequisite for these courses (e.g., MATH 1050 , MATH 1060 , etc.) Contact advisor for details.

BIOL 1610 - Biology I 3 credit(s) (A minimum grade of C or better is required)
BIOL 1615 - Biology I Laboratory 1 credit(s) (A minimum grade of C or better is required)
CHEM 1210 - Principles of Chemistry I 4 credit(s) *
University Studies or MATH Prerequisite Courses** (7 credits)

Spring Semester (15-16 credits)

**MATH 1210 , STAT 2000 or STAT 3000 ; or a prerequisite for these courses (e.g., MATH 1050 , MATH 1060 , etc.) Contact advisor for details.

BIOL 1620 - Biology II (BLS) 3 credit(s) (A minimum grade of C or better is required)
BIOL 1625 - Biology II Laboratory 1 credit(s) (A minimum grade of C or better is required)
CHEM 1220 - Principles of Chemistry II (BPS) 4 credit(s)
University Studies or MATH Prerequisite Courses** (6-7 credits)

Second Year

Fall Semester (10 credits)

MATH 1210 - Calculus I (QL) 4 credit(s)
SCED 3210 - Educational and Multicultural Foundations (CI/DSS) 3 credit(s)
University Studies (3 credits)

Spring Semester (15-17 credits)

Apply to STEP Program this semester.

ITLS 5500 - Integration and Innovation of Technology in Education 3 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)
BIOL 2320 - Human Anatomy 4 credit(s) or
BIOL 2420 - Human Physiology 4 credit(s)
STAT 2000 - Statistical Methods (QI) 4 credit(s) or
STAT 3000 - Statistics for Scientists (QI) 3 credit(s)
University Studies course (2-3 credits)
Earth Science Content Knowledge (3 credits)

Third Year

Fall Semester (11-12 credits)

BIOL 3300 - General Microbiology 4 credit(s) or
BIOL 5210 - Cell Biology 3 credit(s)
PHYS 2110 - General Physics - Life Sciences I 4 credit(s)
SCED 3300 - Clinical Experience I 1 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)
SCED 5820 - Science Education Teaching and Dispositions Knowledge 3 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)

Spring Semester (13 credits)

BIOL 3090 - Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology 3 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)
BIOL 3060 - Principles of Genetics (QI) 3 credit(s)
SCED 5100 - Motivation and Classroom Management 3 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)
SCED 4300 - Clinical Experience II 1 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)
SCED 5821 - Three-Dimensional Science and Engineering Pedagogical Knowledge 3 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)

Fourth Year

Fall Semester (15-16 credits)

Apply for student teaching (October 1 deadline.)

BIOL 3020 - Evolutionary Biology 3 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)
SCED 5200 - Language, Literacy and Learning in the Content Areas (CI) 3 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)
SCED 5210 - Learning Theory, Curriculum, and Assessment 3 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)
SPED 4000 - Education of Students with Disabilities 3 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)
University Studies course - 3-4 credits

Spring Semester (12 credits)

SCED 5500 - Student Teaching Seminar 2 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)
SCED 5630 - Student Teaching in Secondary Schools 10 credit(s) (A grade of C or better is required)