Student Outcomes

Content Goals	Learning Objectives	Core Course
1. Our students will understand and apply fundamental biological principles from the major areas of biology (ecology, genetics, evolution, cell and molecular biology, and organismal biology).	Students will be able to explain and apply their understanding of:	Biol 204 Evolution and Ecology	Biol 205 Cell Biology	Biol 206 Organismal Biology	Biol 321/322 Genetics	Biol 323/324 Cell and Molecular	Biol 325/326 Ecology	Biol 432 Evolution
	the molecular basis for the form and function of cells.		X			X
	the form and physiological function of multicellular organism (plants and animals).			X
	the organization and transfer of genetic information.		X		X
	the principles of evolutionary biology and the phylogenetic relationships of the major groups of organisms.	X		X				X
	the ecological relationships between organisms and their environment.	X		X			X
2. Our students will acquire in-depth knowledge from the major areas of biology.	Students will be able to explain and apply their understanding of:	Biol 204 Evolution and Ecology	Biol 205 Cell Biology	Biol 206 Organismal Biology	Biol 321/322 Genetics	Biol 323/324 Cell and Molecular	Biol 325/326 Ecology	Biol 432 Evolution
	the relationship between structure and function at all levels: molecular, cellular, and organismal.				X	X	X
	the importance of evolutionary theory as a unifying principle of biology.				X	X	X	X
	the cellular basis for physiological processes					X
	the cellular basis for developmental processes					X
	interactions between organisms and their abiotic and biotic environment						X
3. Our students will acquire laboratory and field skills necessary to answer biological questions.	Students will be able to:	Biol 204 Evolution and Ecology	Biol 205 Cell Biology	Biol 206 Organismal Biology	Biol 321/322 Genetics	Biol 323/324 Cell and Molecular	Biol 325/326 Ecology	Biol 432 Evolution
	perform a variety of lab techniques	X	X	X	X	X	X
	perform a variety of field techniques	X					X
	identify organisms based on common and distinguishing traits	X		X			X
	design a biological study and statistically analyze data	X	X	X	X	X	X

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Process Goals	Learning Objectives	Core Course
1. Our students will develop enhanced critical thinking skills.	Students will be able to:	Biol 204 Evolution and Ecology	Biol 205 Cell Biology	Biol 206 Organismal Biology	Biol 321/322 Genetics	Biol 323/324 Cell and Molecular	Biol 325/326 Ecology	Biol 432 Evolution
	identify questions that can be addressed scientifically.	X	X	X	X	X	X	X
	interpret data and draw conclusions from experiments.	X	X	X	X	X	X	X
	demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and critically review scientific papers.	O		O	X	X	X	X
2. Our students will develop effective quantitative reasoning skills.	Students will be able to:	Biol 204 Evolution and Ecology	Biol 205 Cell Biology	Biol 206 Organismal Biology	Biol 321/322 Genetics	Biol 323/324 Cell and Molecular	Biol 325/326 Ecology	Biol 432 Evolution
	use mathematical equations to represent and explain biological phenomena.	X	X	X	X	X	X	X
	use mathematical equations and models to predict biological outcomes.	O			X		X	X
3. Our students will communicate precisely and analytically in written and oral forms.	Students will be able to:	Biol 204 Evolution and Ecology	Biol 205 Cell Biology	Biol 206 Organismal Biology	Biol 321/322 Genetics	Biol 323/324 Cell and Molecular	Biol 325/326 Ecology	Biol 432 Evolution
	discuss biological processes using precise scientific terminology.	X	X	X	X	X	X	X
	prepare written and/or oral reports in standard scientific formats.	O	O	O	X	X	X
4. Our students will engage independently and collaboratively in the scientific process.	Students will be able to:	Biol 204 Evolution and Ecology	Biol 205 Cell Biology	Biol 206 Organismal Biology	Biol 321/322 Genetics	Biol 323/324 Cell and Molecular	Biol 325/326 Ecology	Biol 432 Evolution
	apply the scientific process, including designing and conducting experiments and examining hypotheses.	O	X	O	X	X	X
	acquire the laboratory and/or field skills necessary to perform laboratory exercises and experiments.	X	X	X	X	X	X
	place their research in a broader scientific context based on current literature.	O			X	X	X
	evaluate the work of their peers.					X	X	X

O = skills are introduced in the course
X = skills are reinforced in the course

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