Human Biology Minor

NSM PEAK

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

Minor Requirements

15-16 credits

Math Requirement (3-4 credits)

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

Science Requirement (12 credits):

Complete 12 credits (including at least two BIO courses, with at least one laboratory course) from the following:

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-159Cellular Basis of Human Physiology

3 credits

BIO-159LCellular Basis of Human Physiology Lab

1 credit

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BIO-201Molecules to Cells

3 credits

BIO-201LMolecules to Cells Lab

1 credit

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or

BIO-210LMolecules to Cells Research-Based Lab

1 credit

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CHE-125Elementary Chemistry

3 credits

CHE-125LElementary Chemistry Lab

1 credit

HHP-106Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology

3 credits

HHP-106LIntroduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory

1 credit

HHP-318Applied Nutrition

3 credits

HHP-319Mechanical Analysis of Sport

3 credits

PSY-202Biological Psychology

3 credits

PSY-330Neuropsychology

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.