Welcome to the Biology Program at Kentucky Christian University, where small size brings significant advantages. Our intimate program fosters close relationships between students, professors, and peers. Our primary aim is to prepare students for postgraduate schools in health professions, although our alumni have pursued various paths, including scientific careers directly after graduation. At 网赌最好最大平台, our compact community allows us to offer a tailored educational experience in a nurturing Christ-centered environment.
Science courses in the Biological Sciences Program
The curriculum at 网赌最好最大平台’s Biology program is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in the sciences that will serve them in their postgraduate schools or fields of work. Students will engage in a diverse range of courses including General Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, Organic Chemistry, Zoology, Pathophysiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Cell Biology, Botany, and Physics. This robust curriculum ensures that our graduates are well-equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills for their chosen career paths in the sciences.
Why Major in Biology at 网赌最好最大平台?
There are several compelling reasons to choose our Biology program:
- Small Class Sizes: Enjoy personalized attention and mentorship from our dedicated faculty.
- Our program is focused on the health sciences: Tailor your academic journey to align with your career aspirations in the healthcare or scientific fields.
- Interaction with Healthcare Providers: Benefit from valuable opportunities to engage with local healthcare professionals, gaining practical insights and networking opportunities.
- Holistic Education: Our program supports a balanced experience, accommodating athletic and extracurricular interests alongside rigorous academics.
- Close-Knit Community: Join a supportive campus community where you can thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.
The Bachelor of Science in Biology will prepare students for further study in graduate and professional programs in areas such as genetics, microbiology, immunology, and health careers. Students interested in pursuing degrees in medicine, pharmacy, optometry, dentistry, or other health sciences are encouraged to consider this concentration which was designed to accommodate a broad range of entrance requirements for many programs
The Bachelor Of Science In Biology Prepares Students For Careers In:
- Medicine
- Pharmacy
- Optometry
- Dentistry
- Health Sciences
Required Course Listing
Total Program Hours: 120
Anatomy and Physiology II
This course is a continuation of BIO 113. Topics of study include medical terminology, endocrinology, the nervous system, embryology, the cardiovascular system, immunity, respiration, and electrolyte and water balance. An emphasis will be placed on the interaction among all systems in maintaining homeostasis. Offered every spring (Prerequisite: BIO 113 with a grade of C or higher or instructor’s consent.)
College 101 or Intro to 网赌最好最大平台
Composition I or ENG 100
This course is designed to help students understand and develop their writing, reading, and thinking abilities through writing and the examination of any variety of texts, including literature, with emphasis on the writing process, and to prepare students to develop analytical, interpretive, and synthesizing abilities. Students in this course will also be introduced to library and Internet research methods. (Prerequisite: Regular Admit or one semester of ENG 100.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
History Elective
Humanities Elective
Intoduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Intoduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Math Elective
(Minimum grade “C”)
Science Elective: Anatomy and Physiology I
This course is a study of the structures, functions, and integrating processes of the human body. Topics of study include basic chemistry concepts, anatomical terminology, cell biology, histology, the musculoskeletal system, the integumentary system, genetics, the reproductive systems, the digestive system, and the urinary system. An emphasis will be placed on the interaction among all systems in maintaining homeostasis. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: Minimum ACT 21, TEAS Exam score of higher than 60%, or instructor’s consent.)
Social Science Elective
Anatomy and Physiology II
This course is a continuation of BIO 113. Topics of study include medical terminology, endocrinology, the nervous system, embryology, the cardiovascular system, immunity, respiration, and electrolyte and water balance. An emphasis will be placed on the interaction among all systems in maintaining homeostasis. Offered every spring (Prerequisite: BIO 113 with a grade of C or higher or instructor’s consent.)
College 101 or Intro to 网赌最好最大平台
Composition I or ENG 100
This course is designed to help students understand and develop their writing, reading, and thinking abilities through writing and the examination of any variety of texts, including literature, with emphasis on the writing process, and to prepare students to develop analytical, interpretive, and synthesizing abilities. Students in this course will also be introduced to library and Internet research methods. (Prerequisite: Regular Admit or one semester of ENG 100.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
History Elective
Humanities Elective
Intoduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Intoduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Math Elective
(Minimum grade “C”)
Science Elective: Anatomy and Physiology I
This course is a study of the structures, functions, and integrating processes of the human body. Topics of study include basic chemistry concepts, anatomical terminology, cell biology, histology, the musculoskeletal system, the integumentary system, genetics, the reproductive systems, the digestive system, and the urinary system. An emphasis will be placed on the interaction among all systems in maintaining homeostasis. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: Minimum ACT 21, TEAS Exam score of higher than 60%, or instructor’s consent.)
Social Science Elective
Anatomy and Physiology I
This course is a study of the structures, functions, and integrating processes of the human body. Topics of study include basic chemistry concepts, anatomical terminology, cell biology, histology, the musculoskeletal system, the integumentary system, genetics, the reproductive systems, the digestive system, and the urinary system. An emphasis will be placed on the interaction among all systems in maintaining homeostasis. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: Minimum ACT 21, TEAS Exam score of higher than 60%, or instructor’s consent.)
Anatomy and Physiology II
This course is a continuation of BIO 113. Topics of study include medical terminology, endocrinology, the nervous system, embryology, the cardiovascular system, immunity, respiration, and electrolyte and water balance. An emphasis will be placed on the interaction among all systems in maintaining homeostasis. Offered every spring (Prerequisite: BIO 113 with a grade of C or higher or instructor’s consent.)
General Chemisty I and CHE 213 Lab
This course is a study of the basic principles of matter, including stoichiometry, atomic theory, bonding theories, gas laws, and acid/base theory. Laboratory experiments will emphasize lecture concepts and be an integral part of the course. The course requires three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: Recommend 1 year of high school algebra.)
General Chemisty II and CHE 214 Lab
This is a continuation of CHE 211. Advanced topics covered in this course include: equilibria, acids and bases, complexes, sparingly soluble compounds, thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, and solution theory. Descriptive inorganic chemistry is also introduced. Laboratory exercises will emphasize lecture concepts and be an integral part of the course. The course requires three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Offered every spring. (Prerequisites: MAT 221 or higher, CHE 211/CHE 213 with a grade of C or higher.)
Introduction to Statistics
This course is not part of the math secondary teacher education major. An introduction to quantitative methods in social science research. Topics include probability, descriptive statistics, and parametric and non-parametric inferential statistics. (Prerequisite: MAT 213, 220, 231, or instructor consent. Same as HCP 222, BUS 292. Offered Every Semester)
Organic Chemistry I and CHE 303 Lab
This course is an introduction to the study of organic compounds. The structure, nomenclature, synthesis and reactions of the major classes of organic compounds are studied, along with the major themes of reaction mechanisms and spectroscopic methods of identification. The course requires three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Offered every fall. (Prerequisites: CHE 211/CHE 213 with a grade of C- or higher or permission of instructor.)
Organic Chemistry II and CHE 304 Lab
This is a continuation of CHE 301. Topics of study will include reactions of aldehydes, ketones, phenols and alcohols. The course requires three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: CHE 301 with a grade of C- or higher.)
Physics I and PHY 303 Lab
The introduction of a two-semester survey of classical and modern physics, focusing on the motion of solids and fluids as governed by Newton’s Law, the conservation laws of energy, momentum, and angular momentum. Other topics include mechanics of solids and fluids, heat, wave motion, electricity, magnetism and modern physics. The course requires two hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: MAT 221 or higher.)
Physics II and PHY 304 Lab
This course is a continuation of PHY 301 and covers the quantum mechanics of simple systems, atoms, and molecules; covering electrostatics, electrical circuits, magnetism, Maxwell’s Equations, electromagnetic radiation, light and sound. The course requires two hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Offered every spring. (Prerequisites: PHY 301/PHY 303 with a grade of C or higher.)
Anatomy and Physiology I
This course is a study of the structures, functions, and integrating processes of the human body. Topics of study include basic chemistry concepts, anatomical terminology, cell biology, histology, the musculoskeletal system, the integumentary system, genetics, the reproductive systems, the digestive system, and the urinary system. An emphasis will be placed on the interaction among all systems in maintaining homeostasis. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: Minimum ACT 21, TEAS Exam score of higher than 60%, or instructor’s consent.)
Anatomy and Physiology II
This course is a continuation of BIO 113. Topics of study include medical terminology, endocrinology, the nervous system, embryology, the cardiovascular system, immunity, respiration, and electrolyte and water balance. An emphasis will be placed on the interaction among all systems in maintaining homeostasis. Offered every spring (Prerequisite: BIO 113 with a grade of C or higher or instructor’s consent.)
General Chemisty I and CHE 213 Lab
This course is a study of the basic principles of matter, including stoichiometry, atomic theory, bonding theories, gas laws, and acid/base theory. Laboratory experiments will emphasize lecture concepts and be an integral part of the course. The course requires three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: Recommend 1 year of high school algebra.)
General Chemisty II and CHE 214 Lab
This is a continuation of CHE 211. Advanced topics covered in this course include: equilibria, acids and bases, complexes, sparingly soluble compounds, thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, and solution theory. Descriptive inorganic chemistry is also introduced. Laboratory exercises will emphasize lecture concepts and be an integral part of the course. The course requires three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Offered every spring. (Prerequisites: MAT 221 or higher, CHE 211/CHE 213 with a grade of C or higher.)
Introduction to Statistics
This course is not part of the math secondary teacher education major. An introduction to quantitative methods in social science research. Topics include probability, descriptive statistics, and parametric and non-parametric inferential statistics. (Prerequisite: MAT 213, 220, 231, or instructor consent. Same as HCP 222, BUS 292. Offered Every Semester)
Organic Chemistry I and CHE 303 Lab
This course is an introduction to the study of organic compounds. The structure, nomenclature, synthesis and reactions of the major classes of organic compounds are studied, along with the major themes of reaction mechanisms and spectroscopic methods of identification. The course requires three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Offered every fall. (Prerequisites: CHE 211/CHE 213 with a grade of C- or higher or permission of instructor.)
Organic Chemistry II and CHE 304 Lab
This is a continuation of CHE 301. Topics of study will include reactions of aldehydes, ketones, phenols and alcohols. The course requires three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: CHE 301 with a grade of C- or higher.)
Physics I and PHY 303 Lab
The introduction of a two-semester survey of classical and modern physics, focusing on the motion of solids and fluids as governed by Newton’s Law, the conservation laws of energy, momentum, and angular momentum. Other topics include mechanics of solids and fluids, heat, wave motion, electricity, magnetism and modern physics. The course requires two hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: MAT 221 or higher.)
Physics II and PHY 304 Lab
This course is a continuation of PHY 301 and covers the quantum mechanics of simple systems, atoms, and molecules; covering electrostatics, electrical circuits, magnetism, Maxwell’s Equations, electromagnetic radiation, light and sound. The course requires two hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Offered every spring. (Prerequisites: PHY 301/PHY 303 with a grade of C or higher.)
Acts
A study of the Book of Acts in the context of its historical and cultural framework. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Bioethics (BTH 454 Ethics & Medicine)
This course examines the theological and moral implications of the status of human persons as beings created in the image of God as implicated in ethical reflection related to the practice of medicine and related to the rise and proliferation of varied social applications of biotechnology. (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110 and 60 hours.)
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Acts
A study of the Book of Acts in the context of its historical and cultural framework. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Bioethics (BTH 454 Ethics & Medicine)
This course examines the theological and moral implications of the status of human persons as beings created in the image of God as implicated in ethical reflection related to the practice of medicine and related to the rise and proliferation of varied social applications of biotechnology. (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110 and 60 hours.)
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Biochemistry
An introduction to cellular chemistry with topics presented in association with biological systems. Topics include protein structure and enzyme function, carbohydrate, lipid and amino acid metabolism, nucleic acid synthesis and function and genetic engineering. The lecture / recitation requires four hours per week. Offered every spring. (Pre or corequisite: CHE 301/CHE 303 with a C or higher or instructor permission.)
Bioethics (Bible Elective)
This course examines the theological and moral implications of the status of human persons as beings created in the image of God as implicated in ethical reflection related to the practice of medicine and related to the rise and proliferation of varied social applications of biotechnology. (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110 and 60 hours.)
Cell Biology or Pathophysiology
BIO 312 or BIO 315
Ecology and BIO 421 Lab
This course introduces students to modern ecology concepts. Topics include: adaptation of organisms to the environment; factors that influence the distribution and abundance of species; population structure, laws of thermodynamics and regulation; community development (succession), structure and function; food webs, energy flow, and nutrient cycling. Offered every spring. (Prerequisites: BIO 160/BIO 161 and BIO 215/BIO 216 with grades of C or higher or consent of the instructor.)
General Biology and BIO 152 Lab
This course is intended to develop an understanding of general biological principles necessary to explore life at the cellular and molecular levels. Topics include cell structure and function, energetics, genetics, evolution, ecology and plant and animal diversity. The laboratory requires three hours per week. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: High School chemistry recommended and an ACT of 21.)
General Botany and BIO 216 Lab
This course is intended to provide an introduction to plant biology. Topics include plant structure and physiology, development, classification, diversity, and the roles plants play in ecological systems. Emphasis will be placed on the plant kingdom in terms of structure, ecology and exploring the nature of the major plant biomes. The lab, which will include field work, requires three hours per week. Offered every fall. (Prerequisites: BIO 151/BIO 152 with a grade of C or higher, or instructor permission.)
General Zoology and BIO 161 Lab
This course is a comparative study of the structure, function and physiology of vertebrates and invertebrates. Emphasis is places on classification, identification and evolutionary trends. The course requires three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: BIO 151 with a grade of C or higher.)
Genetics and BIO 321 Lab
A basic knowledge of Mendelian genetics and inheritance will be presented with such topics as meiosis, cytogenetics and population genetics. Emphasis is placed on DNA organization, protein synthesis, gene control and recombinant DNA technology and human genetic disorders. Offered every fall. (Prerequisites: BIO 151/152 and CHE 211/ CHE 213, CHE 212 / CHE214 with a C or higher.)
Introduction to Biological Research
This course will provide the student with beginning experience to the methodology of biological research, experimental design and scientific writing. Topics range from ecology and the environment to genetics, evolution and ethics in biological issues. Students will work in a one-on-one arrangement with an assigned science professor. Offered every fall. (Prerequisites: Senior standing, 24 hours in the sciences with a grade point average of 2.5 or higher in the science courses.)
Medical Terminology
This course provides the basic knowledge of medical language that students need to communicate clearly and understand communication from other health care team members. Exercises are included that help students memorize word parts and their meanings so they can combine parts to form medical terms. New terms and abbreviations reflect advances in technology and changes in health care delivery systems, providing the student with the most up-to-date terminology. This course may not be used to satisfy the science requirement of the core curriculum. Prerequisite: Minimum ACT 19.
Microbiology Lab
This course will introduce students to the basic microbiological techniques used in the laboratory for the isolation, growth and/or identification of medically important bacteria, fungi, and parasites. The lab requires three hours per week. Offered every spring. (Pre or corequisite: BIO 211.)
Principles of Microbiology
A study of microorganisms with an emphasis placed on pathogenesis, principles of immunity and resistance to disease. Content of the course will include a study of microbial cell structure, physiology, environmental requirements, growth, modes of reproduction and genetics. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: BIO 114 or BIO 151 with a grade or C or higher.)
Senior Seminar
Designed to provide practical experience in the oral presentation of a scientific paper. Students will prepare and present a seminar on their independent research interest as approved by the course instructor. This course is only open to biology majors. Offered every spring. (Prerequisites: Senior standing with a minimum of 18 hours in biology and a biology grade point average of 2.0 or higher.)
Biochemistry
An introduction to cellular chemistry with topics presented in association with biological systems. Topics include protein structure and enzyme function, carbohydrate, lipid and amino acid metabolism, nucleic acid synthesis and function and genetic engineering. The lecture / recitation requires four hours per week. Offered every spring. (Pre or corequisite: CHE 301/CHE 303 with a C or higher or instructor permission.)
Bioethics (Bible Elective)
This course examines the theological and moral implications of the status of human persons as beings created in the image of God as implicated in ethical reflection related to the practice of medicine and related to the rise and proliferation of varied social applications of biotechnology. (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110 and 60 hours.)
Cell Biology or Pathophysiology
BIO 312 or BIO 315
Ecology and BIO 421 Lab
This course introduces students to modern ecology concepts. Topics include: adaptation of organisms to the environment; factors that influence the distribution and abundance of species; population structure, laws of thermodynamics and regulation; community development (succession), structure and function; food webs, energy flow, and nutrient cycling. Offered every spring. (Prerequisites: BIO 160/BIO 161 and BIO 215/BIO 216 with grades of C or higher or consent of the instructor.)
General Biology and BIO 152 Lab
This course is intended to develop an understanding of general biological principles necessary to explore life at the cellular and molecular levels. Topics include cell structure and function, energetics, genetics, evolution, ecology and plant and animal diversity. The laboratory requires three hours per week. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: High School chemistry recommended and an ACT of 21.)
General Botany and BIO 216 Lab
This course is intended to provide an introduction to plant biology. Topics include plant structure and physiology, development, classification, diversity, and the roles plants play in ecological systems. Emphasis will be placed on the plant kingdom in terms of structure, ecology and exploring the nature of the major plant biomes. The lab, which will include field work, requires three hours per week. Offered every fall. (Prerequisites: BIO 151/BIO 152 with a grade of C or higher, or instructor permission.)
General Zoology and BIO 161 Lab
This course is a comparative study of the structure, function and physiology of vertebrates and invertebrates. Emphasis is places on classification, identification and evolutionary trends. The course requires three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: BIO 151 with a grade of C or higher.)
Genetics and BIO 321 Lab
A basic knowledge of Mendelian genetics and inheritance will be presented with such topics as meiosis, cytogenetics and population genetics. Emphasis is placed on DNA organization, protein synthesis, gene control and recombinant DNA technology and human genetic disorders. Offered every fall. (Prerequisites: BIO 151/152 and CHE 211/ CHE 213, CHE 212 / CHE214 with a C or higher.)
Introduction to Biological Research
This course will provide the student with beginning experience to the methodology of biological research, experimental design and scientific writing. Topics range from ecology and the environment to genetics, evolution and ethics in biological issues. Students will work in a one-on-one arrangement with an assigned science professor. Offered every fall. (Prerequisites: Senior standing, 24 hours in the sciences with a grade point average of 2.5 or higher in the science courses.)
Medical Terminology
This course provides the basic knowledge of medical language that students need to communicate clearly and understand communication from other health care team members. Exercises are included that help students memorize word parts and their meanings so they can combine parts to form medical terms. New terms and abbreviations reflect advances in technology and changes in health care delivery systems, providing the student with the most up-to-date terminology. This course may not be used to satisfy the science requirement of the core curriculum. Prerequisite: Minimum ACT 19.
Microbiology Lab
This course will introduce students to the basic microbiological techniques used in the laboratory for the isolation, growth and/or identification of medically important bacteria, fungi, and parasites. The lab requires three hours per week. Offered every spring. (Pre or corequisite: BIO 211.)
Principles of Microbiology
A study of microorganisms with an emphasis placed on pathogenesis, principles of immunity and resistance to disease. Content of the course will include a study of microbial cell structure, physiology, environmental requirements, growth, modes of reproduction and genetics. Offered every spring. (Prerequisite: BIO 114 or BIO 151 with a grade or C or higher.)
Senior Seminar
Designed to provide practical experience in the oral presentation of a scientific paper. Students will prepare and present a seminar on their independent research interest as approved by the course instructor. This course is only open to biology majors. Offered every spring. (Prerequisites: Senior standing with a minimum of 18 hours in biology and a biology grade point average of 2.0 or higher.)
Additional Course Information
Biology majors are required to complete an approved 12 hours of electives.
Well Prepared
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