Microbiology (BIS)

BIS students that wish to include Microbiology as one of their emphasis areas should recognize that they should have a clear goal for their BIS program and capstone project.  Students need to gain approval of courses for the emphasis from a Microbiology advisor.  Because Microbiology research often involves laboratory experiments, students should begin discussing their capstone project with a faculty member a year in advance.  They will then work with that faculty mentor, in coordination with the other emphasis mentors, to develop the experiments, methods, and schedule for the project.  The student is responsible for securing funding for the supplies needed for their project.

• Program Prerequisite: Students seeking a BIS with an emphasis is Microbiology must complete CHEM 1210 PS - Principles of Chemistry I  and CHEM 1220 - Principles of Chemistry II  as prerequisites for upper division Microbiology courses in addition to the credits required for Microbiology.
• Grade Requirements: A minimum grade of “C” must be achieved in all coursework to satisfy BIS degree requirements.
• Credit Hours Requirements: A minimum of 18 credit hours is required in Microbiology, at least one course should be at the 4000 level.
• Program Code: 6015
• CIPC: 260502