Schayla K. Bowers

BIO 2102: Introduction to Organismal Biology Lab

This is a curriculum course emphasizing basic biological principles and the process of science using related laboratory activities. It provides an intorductory survey of the diversity of life in particular plants and animals, with more detailed coverage of the structure and function of plants and animals. There will be an introduction to ecology, evolution, and the environment.

The student should be able to:

1. Identify examples of different plants and animals.

2. Relate the structure of certain organs to their functions.

3. Follow an example of evolution.

4. Present in a lab report a scientific hypothesis and the analysis of data.

5. Present scientific information orally.

BIO 2303: Scientific Writing

This course examines the basic principles needed to write successful scientific manuscripts. Consideration is also given to the importance of effective writing skills in communication with the lay public.

Student should be able to:

1. Properly locate and use primary research articles about a topic of interest.

2. Participate in the scientific peer review and evaluation process.

3. Prepare a formal lab report that confirms to the standards of science research papers.

4. Write a review paper about a scientific topic of interest.

BIO 3364: Cell BIology

This is a course for biological sciences students that focuses on structural and functional aspects of the cell, with particular attention paid to the molecular biology of cells.

Student should be able to:

1. Become excited and enthusiastic about the dynamic field of cell biology.

2. Make judgments and evaluate current models in cell biology and demonstrate an appreciation for the importance of the cellular approach.

3. Evaluate their basic knowledge of the cells; synthesize a more advanced written analysis of the cell theory, and to apply it to case studies on health and diseases. 

4. Evaluate the scientific methods (laboratory and computer) used to develop models based on current research publications as presented in the text.

5. Demonstrate and illustrate in o written presentations the practical application and interpretation of basic biochemical and molecular biology techniques. 

6. Appraise processes where living organisms receive and interpret signals from their environment.  Specifically students will compare and contrast cells of multi-cellular organisms that receive signals from other cells, including signals for cell division and differentiation.

BIO 4276: Biology Senior Seminar

This course will immerse you in a survey of scientific literary trends in modern research and investigation. Students will be introduced to various topics associated with scientific ethics. Students will have the opportunity to debate various topics and demonstrate their knowledge of ethical practices. This course also involves aspects of your intended career. They will create and enhance LinkedIn profiles, update their resume, and develope and enhance an E-portfolio.

Student should be able to:

1. Apply accepted scientific ethical standards to specific situations and to your proposed research.

2. Analyze and orally present a primary research paper.

3. Analyze and synthesize multiple literature sources about a specific topic in both oral and written format.

CHE 2311: General Chemistry I

This course introduces students to the elementary principles of chemistry, including dimensional analysis, atomic structure and theory, the periodic table, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, chemical bonding, and molecular structure. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical thinking skills and problem solving techniques.

Student should be able to:

1. Understand the basic concepts upon which chemistry is based and be able to apply these concepts to various real and hypothetical problems.

2. Know and be able to apply the mathematics required in chemistry.

3. Understand basic chemical terminology and its uses.