Major Requirements
Biology Major (68 credits)
Biology majors may obtain a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Biology either by specializing in one of the following programs: biotechnology, marine science, or by following more flexible course offerings.
Earning a bachelor’s degree in biology requires the satisfactory completion of 1) prescribed courses in the major and related electives with a minimum grade point average of 2.0, 2) general requirements in the College of Arts and Sciences, and 3) free electives.
Transfer students wishing to major in biology must complete a minimum of four biology courses (with lab if appropriate) plus senior seminar in biology at Suffolk University with a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
Biology Program
A Biology major must take 10 courses in biology plus designated related science and math courses, in addition to the all-college requirements. Observe the core requirements listed below for completing the major in biology.
Biology majors will be advised in the selection of courses in accordance with their objectives.
Core Requirements (17 courses and their corresponding labs)
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BIO-111 Introduction to the Cell
Prerequisites:
Must take BIO L111 concurrently
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Explanation of key biological structures and reactions of the cell. This is an introductory course required of all biology majors and minors, and some non-biology science majors. This course is not recommended for the non-science student. Fall Offering: Science Majors ONLY; Spring Offering: Biology Majors ONLY.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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BIO-L111 Introduction to the Cell Laboratory
Prerequisites:
Concurrently with BIO 111
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Sessions are designed to familiarize the student with biological molecules, and the techniques used in their study. The techniques covered include basic solution preparation, separation and quantification of molecules, enzyme catalysis, and cell isolation. Fall Offerings: Science Majors Only; Spring Offerings: Biology Majors Only.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
BIO-114 Organismal Biology
Prerequisites:
Must take BIO L114 concurrently.
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Introduction to organismal biology emphasizing evolution, phylogenetics, form, and function. Only when offered in Fall participation in the annual October (Columbus Day Weekend) field trip to the Friedman Field Station is mandatory (a small fee is associated with this trip). Fall Offering: Biology Majors Only; Spring Offering: Science Majors. ECR credit is only earned during the Fall offering.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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BIO-L114 Organismal Biology Laboratory
Prerequisites:
Must take BIO 114 concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
A series of laboratory experiences in evolution, diversity, anatomy and physiology. Fall Offering: Biology Majors Only; Spring offering: Science Majors Only.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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BIO-274 Genetics
Prerequisites:
BIO 111/L111, CHEM 111/L111, Must take BIO L274 concurrently
Credits:
3.00
Description:
An examination of the basic principles of genetics in eukaryotes and prokaryotes at the level of molecules, cells, and multicellular organisms, including humans. Topics include Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance, structure and function of chromosomes and genomes, biological variation resulting from recombination, mutation, and selection, and population genetics.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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BIO-L274 Genetics Lab
Prerequisites:
Must be taken concurrently with BIO 274.
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Experiments designed to demonstrate principles presented in lecture, using a range of genetic model organisms that include E. coli, B. subtilis, S. cerevisiae, D. melanogaster, S. fimicola, and C. elegans.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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BIO-302 Writing for Research
Prerequisites:
Take BIO-111 and BIO-114. Take ENG-101 or ENG-102;
Credits:
4.00
Description:
Development of skills for writing clearly, concisely, and creatively in the style of scientific journals. This course emphasizes the formulation of a research project of the students choice and leads to a formal manuscript on the topic. Instruction includes literature search methods and software for the graphical presentation of data. Required of all biology majors.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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CHEM-111 General Chemistry
Prerequisites:
Placement at MATH 104 or better. Students who do not place at MATH 104 must take MATH 104 concurrently. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM-L111.
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Fundamental principles of chemistry are discussed. Topics include introductions to atomic structure, stoichiometry, periodic table, gas laws, nature of chemical bonds, and thermochemistry. 3 lecture hours. Normally offered Fall/Summer I. This course is recommended for science and engineering majors or those considering careers in the heath sciences. Students seeking to satisfy the core science requirement may wish to consider enrolling in CHEM 101/L101.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-L111 General Chemistry Lab
Prerequisites:
Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 111.
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Exploration of basic principles of chemistry discovery through laboratory investigation, including recognition of the major reaction types, stoichiometry, and qualitative analysis. Additionally, students will be introduced to good laboratory practices and experimental techniques. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered Fall/Summer I.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-112 General Chemistry
Prerequisites:
CHEM 111/L111;Take MATHT-MPEL0 MATHT-MPEL1 MATHT-MPEL2 or MATHT-MPEL3; CHEM-L112 must be taken concurrently.
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Continuation of the discussion of the fundamental principles of chemistry. Topics include introductions to solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base systems, thermodynamics and electrochemistry. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of CHEM 111 and CHEM L111. 3 hours of lecture 1 term - 3 credits. Normally offered Spring/Summer II.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-L112 General Chemistry Lab
Prerequisites:
CHEM 112 must be taken concurrently; Take MATHT-MPEL0 MATHT-MPEL1 MATHT-MPEL2 or MATHT-MPEL3;
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory investigation in discovery format of topics from CHEM 112, including introduction to instrumental analysis and acid-base chemistry. Quantitative analysis, particularly volumetric analysis, is emphasized. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered Spring/Summer II.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-211 Organic Chemistry I
Prerequisites:
CHEM 112
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Basic theories of structure, bonding, and chemical reactivity as specifically applied to modern organic chemistry. Topics include functional groups, acid/base chemistry, nomenclature, resonance, spectroscopy, and stereochemistry. Significant emphasis placed on the use of the arrow formalism to indicate the location and movement of electrons; serves as a basic introduction to organic mechanisms. Prerequisite: CHEM 112, L112 Concurrent enrollment in CHEM L211 required unless L211 has been previously completed. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM L211 required. 3 hours lecture. 1 term - 3 credits. Normally offered Fall, days/Summer I, evenings.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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CHEM-L211 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
Prerequisites:
Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 211.
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory exercises providing an introduction to synthetic organic chemistry techniques, including melting point determination, distillation, crystallization, extraction, chromatographic separations, and infrared spectroscopy. A component of this laboratory course incorporates discussions of experimental design within the context of environmentally benign (green) organic chemistry. Reports are prepared in professional style. Prerequisite: CHEM 112, L112. Concurrent enrollment in 211 required. 4-hour laboratory. 1 term - 1 credit. Normally offered Fall/Summer, days and evenings.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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CHEM-212 Organic Chemistry II
Prerequisites:
CHEM 211 CHEM L211
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Builds on the core competencies acquired in Organic Chemistry I, includes detailed discussions of organic mechanisms of substitution, elimination, and addition reactions. Significant emphasis is placed on organic synthesis, structure determination, and spectroscopy. Prerequisite: CHEM 211, L211. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM L212 required. 3 hours lecture. 1 term - 3 credits. Normally offered Spring, days/Summer II, evenings.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
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CHEM-L212 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II
Prerequisites:
CHEM 211/L211
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Builds on the core competencies acquired in Organic Chemistry Laboratory I. Significant emphasis is placed on the characterization of organic molecules via nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. A component of this laboratory course incorporates discussions of experimental design within the context of environmentally benign (green) organic chemistry. Reports are prepared in professional style. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 212 required. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered Spring/Summer II, days and evenings.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
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MATH-134 Calculus for Management & Social Sciences
Prerequisites:
MATH 104, MATH 121 or appropriate math placement score.
Credits:
4.00
Description:
A one-semester introduction to differential and integral calculus. Theory is presented informally and topics and techniques are limited to polynomials, rational functions, logarithmic and exponential functions. Topics include a review of precalculus, linear regression, limits and continuity, derivatives, differentiation rules, implicit differentiation, related rates, applications of derivatives to graphing, minima/maxima, applications of the derivative, marginal analysis, differential equations of growth and decay, anti-derivatives, the definite integral, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, area measurements. This course cannot be used to satisfy core or complementary requirements by students majoring in chemistry, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or physics. Several sections offered each semester. *This course cannot be applied toward a departmental concentration in Mathematics by Sawyer Business School students.
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PHYS-111 College Physics I
Prerequisites:
Take MATH-121 or MATH-134 or permission of Physics department chair;PHYS L111 taken concurrently
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Introduction to the fundamental principles of physics. Study of vectors, Newtons laws, rotations, rigid body statics and dynamics, simple harmonic motion, heat and thermodynamics, kinetic theory. The laboratory consists of experiments to illustrate the basic concepts studied in the course.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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PHYS-L111 College Physics Lab I
Prerequisites:
PHYS 111 concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Introduction to the fundamental principles of physics. Study of vectors, Newtons laws, rotations, rigid body statics and dynamics, simple harmonic motion, heat and thermodynamics, kinetic theory. The laboratory consists of experiments to illustrate the basic concepts studied in the course. Error propagation, use of Excel, laboratory notebooks and formal reports required.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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PHYS-112 College Physics II
Prerequisites:
PHYS 111 and Concurrently with PHYS L112
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Continuation of the fundamental principles of physics. Study of electric forces and fields, electric potential, DC circuits, electromagnetic induction, magnetic fields, AC circuits, introduction to optics, introduction to atomic, nuclear and particle physics.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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PHYS-L112 College Physics Lab II
Prerequisites:
PHYS 111 and PHYS L111; PHYS 112 must be taken concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Continuation of the fundamental principles of physics. Study of electric forces and fields, electric potential, DC circuits, electromagnetic induction, magnetic fields, AC circuits, introduction to optics, introduction to atomic, nuclear and particle physics. The laboratory consists of experiments to illustrate the basic concepts studied in the course. Error propagation, use of Excel, laboratory notebooks, and formal reports required.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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PHYS-151 University Physics I
Prerequisites:
Take MATH-121 or MATH 165. PHYS L151 concurrently
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Introduction to the fundamental principles of physics using calculus. The course includes the study of vectors, Newtons laws, rotations, rigid body statics and dynamics, simple harmonic motion, heat and temperature.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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PHYS-L151 University Physics Lab I
Prerequisites:
PHYS 151 concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
The laboratory consists of experiments to illustrate the basic concepts studied in the course: measurements, propagation of errors, vectors, Newtons laws, work and energy, momentum, rotations, oscillations, simple harmonic motion, fluid. Knowledge of algebra, trigonometry, differentiation and integration required.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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PHYS-152 University Physics II
Prerequisites:
PHYS 151, PHYS L152 concurrently
Credits:
3.00
Description:
This calculus based course begins with topics in kinetic theory and the laws of thermodynamics. It then covers electric charge and field, Gauss law, electrical potential and capacitance, electric currents and DC circuits. Next magnetism, electromagnetic induction, Faradays law and AC circuits are discussed. This is followed by Maxwells equations, electromagnetic waves, and properties of light.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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PHYS-L152 University Physics Lab II
Prerequisites:
PHYS 151 and L151 and PHYS 152 must be taken concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
The laboratory consists of experiments to illustrate the basic concepts studied in the course: heat, gas laws, electric forces, field, and potential, DC and AC circuits, magnetic field, electromagnetic induction, Faradays law, optics. Calculus, algebra, trigonometry are required. Error propagation, use of Excel, laboratory notebooks, and formal reports required.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
All biology courses must be taken with their respective laboratories unless otherwise noted or waived by written permission of the biology department chair.
Minor Requirements
The biology minor consists of 6 courses (24 credits)
Biology Core Requirements
(2 courses with corresponding labs, 8 credits)
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BIO-111 Introduction to the Cell
Prerequisites:
Must take BIO L111 concurrently
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Explanation of key biological structures and reactions of the cell. This is an introductory course required of all biology majors and minors, and some non-biology science majors. This course is not recommended for the non-science student. Fall Offering: Science Majors ONLY; Spring Offering: Biology Majors ONLY.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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BIO-L111 Introduction to the Cell Laboratory
Prerequisites:
Concurrently with BIO 111
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Sessions are designed to familiarize the student with biological molecules, and the techniques used in their study. The techniques covered include basic solution preparation, separation and quantification of molecules, enzyme catalysis, and cell isolation. Fall Offerings: Science Majors Only; Spring Offerings: Biology Majors Only.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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BIO-114 Organismal Biology
Prerequisites:
Must take BIO L114 concurrently.
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Introduction to organismal biology emphasizing evolution, phylogenetics, form, and function. Only when offered in Fall participation in the annual October (Columbus Day Weekend) field trip to the Friedman Field Station is mandatory (a small fee is associated with this trip). Fall Offering: Biology Majors Only; Spring Offering: Science Majors. ECR credit is only earned during the Fall offering.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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BIO-L114 Organismal Biology Laboratory
Prerequisites:
Must take BIO 114 concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
A series of laboratory experiences in evolution, diversity, anatomy and physiology. Fall Offering: Biology Majors Only; Spring offering: Science Majors Only.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
Biology Major Courses
(4 courses with corresponding labs, 16 credits)
Any course listed as a non-major's course (BIO-101/L101, BIO-102/L102, BIO-104/L104, BIO-105, BIO-106, and BIO-107) will NOT count toward a minor in biology.
Honors
The biology department supports two student organizations, the Health Careers Club and the Chi Kappa Chapter of the Beta Beta Beta National Biological Honor Society. These two organizations give Biology students opportunities to work closely with faculty while engaged in research that benefits the department and the greater Suffolk community.
Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society
The Chi Kappa Chapter at Suffolk University was chartered on October 10, 1978. Beta Beta Beta is an honor and professional society primarily for students of the biological sciences. Its goals include promoting student research, publication and exposure to current biological scholarship and career possibilities. Regular membership is offered to majors in the biological sciences who have completed at least one term of the sophomore year (including three biology courses) with a 3.0 average in biology and an overall average of 2.7. Associate membership is open to any interested undergraduate.
Programs
Career-Focused Programs
Biology Major/Biotechnology Program
- Biology Major/Marine Science Program
Special Biology Program Options
Through the planned selection of required, major course options and the judicious use of elective credits, special program requirements may be completed within the biology major curriculum. There are two such programs currently certified within the major and their special requirements are identified below.
Biotechnology Program (68 credits)
The Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree program in biotechnology requires a concentration in molecular and cellular principles in biology. Students are encouraged to seek relevant industrial experience during the summer between the sophomore and junior year and to use the Biology Seminar as the reporting forum. Students should consult with the program coordinator early in their academic career to determine available placements and to obtain counseling regarding appropriate courses for the program.
The program requires the completion of all biology core requirements, with electives to be chosen from the following: BIO 262, 273; 377 (L377); 385 (L385); 403 (L403); 474 (L474); 475 (L475).
Upon satisfactory completion of the prescribed curriculum, students are eligible to receive the degree of Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts with a major in biology from Suffolk University.
Biology/Marine Science Program (68 credits)
The marine science program introduces students to marine studies while maintaining the rigor and career flexibility of a traditional biology major. Our aim is to prepare students to make career decisions based on real familiarity with marine studies. The distinguishing feature of the program is the completion of three courses and associated labs (two biology and one non-biology) in the field of marine science. The three courses may be used in partial fulfillment of the 10-course requirement of the biology major. All college degree requirements apply.
The first element of the program is the marine biology course (BIO 254 and L254), which includes a research experience in marine biology at the Friedman Field Station in Maine. The second requirement is Coastal Geology (SCI 251 and L251). Other marine-related courses (e.g., Biology of Fishes, Cetacean Biology and Conservation, Invertebrate Zoology, Coastal Zone Management) may apply as well.
Students in the Marine Science Program are strongly urged to take any field-oriented courses offered at the Robert S. Friedman Field Station on Cobscook Bay in Edmunds, Maine, as well as work study and field research opportunities offered each summer, or to undertake an approved internship at an affiliated institution.
Suggested Course Sequence
Freshmen Year (8 courses and corresponding labs, 32 credits)
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BIO-111 Introduction to the Cell
Prerequisites:
Must take BIO L111 concurrently
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Explanation of key biological structures and reactions of the cell. This is an introductory course required of all biology majors and minors, and some non-biology science majors. This course is not recommended for the non-science student. Fall Offering: Science Majors ONLY; Spring Offering: Biology Majors ONLY.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
BIO-L111 Introduction to the Cell Laboratory
Prerequisites:
Concurrently with BIO 111
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Sessions are designed to familiarize the student with biological molecules, and the techniques used in their study. The techniques covered include basic solution preparation, separation and quantification of molecules, enzyme catalysis, and cell isolation. Fall Offerings: Science Majors Only; Spring Offerings: Biology Majors Only.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
BIO-114 Organismal Biology
Prerequisites:
Must take BIO L114 concurrently.
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Introduction to organismal biology emphasizing evolution, phylogenetics, form, and function. Only when offered in Fall participation in the annual October (Columbus Day Weekend) field trip to the Friedman Field Station is mandatory (a small fee is associated with this trip). Fall Offering: Biology Majors Only; Spring Offering: Science Majors. ECR credit is only earned during the Fall offering.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
-
BIO-L114 Organismal Biology Laboratory
Prerequisites:
Must take BIO 114 concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
A series of laboratory experiences in evolution, diversity, anatomy and physiology. Fall Offering: Biology Majors Only; Spring offering: Science Majors Only.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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CHEM-111 General Chemistry
Prerequisites:
Placement at MATH 104 or better. Students who do not place at MATH 104 must take MATH 104 concurrently. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM-L111.
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Fundamental principles of chemistry are discussed. Topics include introductions to atomic structure, stoichiometry, periodic table, gas laws, nature of chemical bonds, and thermochemistry. 3 lecture hours. Normally offered Fall/Summer I. This course is recommended for science and engineering majors or those considering careers in the heath sciences. Students seeking to satisfy the core science requirement may wish to consider enrolling in CHEM 101/L101.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-L111 General Chemistry Lab
Prerequisites:
Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 111.
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Exploration of basic principles of chemistry discovery through laboratory investigation, including recognition of the major reaction types, stoichiometry, and qualitative analysis. Additionally, students will be introduced to good laboratory practices and experimental techniques. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered Fall/Summer I.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-112 General Chemistry
Prerequisites:
CHEM 111/L111;Take MATHT-MPEL0 MATHT-MPEL1 MATHT-MPEL2 or MATHT-MPEL3; CHEM-L112 must be taken concurrently.
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Continuation of the discussion of the fundamental principles of chemistry. Topics include introductions to solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base systems, thermodynamics and electrochemistry. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of CHEM 111 and CHEM L111. 3 hours of lecture 1 term - 3 credits. Normally offered Spring/Summer II.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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CHEM-L112 General Chemistry Lab
Prerequisites:
CHEM 112 must be taken concurrently; Take MATHT-MPEL0 MATHT-MPEL1 MATHT-MPEL2 or MATHT-MPEL3;
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory investigation in discovery format of topics from CHEM 112, including introduction to instrumental analysis and acid-base chemistry. Quantitative analysis, particularly volumetric analysis, is emphasized. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered Spring/Summer II.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
-
MATH-134 Calculus for Management & Social Sciences
Prerequisites:
MATH 104, MATH 121 or appropriate math placement score.
Credits:
4.00
Description:
A one-semester introduction to differential and integral calculus. Theory is presented informally and topics and techniques are limited to polynomials, rational functions, logarithmic and exponential functions. Topics include a review of precalculus, linear regression, limits and continuity, derivatives, differentiation rules, implicit differentiation, related rates, applications of derivatives to graphing, minima/maxima, applications of the derivative, marginal analysis, differential equations of growth and decay, anti-derivatives, the definite integral, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, area measurements. This course cannot be used to satisfy core or complementary requirements by students majoring in chemistry, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or physics. Several sections offered each semester. *This course cannot be applied toward a departmental concentration in Mathematics by Sawyer Business School students.
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ENG-101 Freshman English I
Credits:
4.00
Description:
This course studies persuasive and expository writing in the essay form through frequent writing assignments based on critical readings of class texts and discussions. Students will also compose a research paper and study the process of writing and revising for an academic audience. Offered every semester.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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ENG-102 Freshman English II
Prerequisites:
ENG 100 or ENG101 or ENG 103
Credits:
4.00
Description:
Further study of persuasive and expository writing through the study of literary form with emphasis placed on critical reading and the revision of academic writing.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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ENG-103 Advanced Freshman English
Prerequisites:
Invitation only.
Credits:
4.00
Description:
This course is by invitation only and reserved for incoming Suffolk students with high admission scores. Frequent writing assignments based on close reading of literary texts are assigned as well as a research paper. Offered fall semester.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
*Note that ENG 103 counts as 4 credits. If this course is taken in the fall of the first year, then another CAS core course should be taken in the spring.
Sophomore Year (8 courses with corresponding labs, 32 credits)
CAS core courses (20 credits)
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BIO-274 Genetics
Prerequisites:
BIO 111/L111, CHEM 111/L111, Must take BIO L274 concurrently
Credits:
3.00
Description:
An examination of the basic principles of genetics in eukaryotes and prokaryotes at the level of molecules, cells, and multicellular organisms, including humans. Topics include Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance, structure and function of chromosomes and genomes, biological variation resulting from recombination, mutation, and selection, and population genetics.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
-
BIO-L274 Genetics Lab
Prerequisites:
Must be taken concurrently with BIO 274.
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Experiments designed to demonstrate principles presented in lecture, using a range of genetic model organisms that include E. coli, B. subtilis, S. cerevisiae, D. melanogaster, S. fimicola, and C. elegans.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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CHEM-211 Organic Chemistry I
Prerequisites:
CHEM 112
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Basic theories of structure, bonding, and chemical reactivity as specifically applied to modern organic chemistry. Topics include functional groups, acid/base chemistry, nomenclature, resonance, spectroscopy, and stereochemistry. Significant emphasis placed on the use of the arrow formalism to indicate the location and movement of electrons; serves as a basic introduction to organic mechanisms. Prerequisite: CHEM 112, L112 Concurrent enrollment in CHEM L211 required unless L211 has been previously completed. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM L211 required. 3 hours lecture. 1 term - 3 credits. Normally offered Fall, days/Summer I, evenings.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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CHEM-L211 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
Prerequisites:
Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 211.
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Laboratory exercises providing an introduction to synthetic organic chemistry techniques, including melting point determination, distillation, crystallization, extraction, chromatographic separations, and infrared spectroscopy. A component of this laboratory course incorporates discussions of experimental design within the context of environmentally benign (green) organic chemistry. Reports are prepared in professional style. Prerequisite: CHEM 112, L112. Concurrent enrollment in 211 required. 4-hour laboratory. 1 term - 1 credit. Normally offered Fall/Summer, days and evenings.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
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CHEM-212 Organic Chemistry II
Prerequisites:
CHEM 211 CHEM L211
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Builds on the core competencies acquired in Organic Chemistry I, includes detailed discussions of organic mechanisms of substitution, elimination, and addition reactions. Significant emphasis is placed on organic synthesis, structure determination, and spectroscopy. Prerequisite: CHEM 211, L211. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM L212 required. 3 hours lecture. 1 term - 3 credits. Normally offered Spring, days/Summer II, evenings.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
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CHEM-L212 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II
Prerequisites:
CHEM 211/L211
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Builds on the core competencies acquired in Organic Chemistry Laboratory I. Significant emphasis is placed on the characterization of organic molecules via nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. A component of this laboratory course incorporates discussions of experimental design within the context of environmentally benign (green) organic chemistry. Reports are prepared in professional style. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 212 required. 4-hour laboratory. Normally offered Spring/Summer II, days and evenings.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
Junior year (8 courses with corresponding labs, 32 credits)
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BIO-302 Writing for Research
Prerequisites:
Take BIO-111 and BIO-114. Take ENG-101 or ENG-102;
Credits:
4.00
Description:
Development of skills for writing clearly, concisely, and creatively in the style of scientific journals. This course emphasizes the formulation of a research project of the students choice and leads to a formal manuscript on the topic. Instruction includes literature search methods and software for the graphical presentation of data. Required of all biology majors.
Term:
Offered Both Fall and Spring
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PHYS-111 College Physics I
Prerequisites:
Take MATH-121 or MATH-134 or permission of Physics department chair;PHYS L111 taken concurrently
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Introduction to the fundamental principles of physics. Study of vectors, Newtons laws, rotations, rigid body statics and dynamics, simple harmonic motion, heat and thermodynamics, kinetic theory. The laboratory consists of experiments to illustrate the basic concepts studied in the course.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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PHYS-L111 College Physics Lab I
Prerequisites:
PHYS 111 concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Introduction to the fundamental principles of physics. Study of vectors, Newtons laws, rotations, rigid body statics and dynamics, simple harmonic motion, heat and thermodynamics, kinetic theory. The laboratory consists of experiments to illustrate the basic concepts studied in the course. Error propagation, use of Excel, laboratory notebooks and formal reports required.
Term:
Offered Fall Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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PHYS-112 College Physics II
Prerequisites:
PHYS 111 and Concurrently with PHYS L112
Credits:
3.00
Description:
Continuation of the fundamental principles of physics. Study of electric forces and fields, electric potential, DC circuits, electromagnetic induction, magnetic fields, AC circuits, introduction to optics, introduction to atomic, nuclear and particle physics.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
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PHYS-L112 College Physics Lab II
Prerequisites:
PHYS 111 and PHYS L111; PHYS 112 must be taken concurrently
Credits:
1.00
Description:
Continuation of the fundamental principles of physics. Study of electric forces and fields, electric potential, DC circuits, electromagnetic induction, magnetic fields, AC circuits, introduction to optics, introduction to atomic, nuclear and particle physics. The laboratory consists of experiments to illustrate the basic concepts studied in the course. Error propagation, use of Excel, laboratory notebooks, and formal reports required.
Term:
Offered Spring Term
Type:
NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BA BFA & BSJ,NATURAL SCIENCE FOR BS
Senior year (8 courses, 32 credits)
Total: 128 credits
