Rapid advances in science require skilled and competitive professionals able to execute laboratory work, transfer technologies, and innovate. The minor in biotechnology offers students an opportunity to explore the technological applications and techniques of the biological and health sciences. Students will acquire hands-on and research-type experiences while deepening their understanding of the biological world. The biotechnology minor will also guide students through the analysis of ethical issues that arise with a variety of biotechnologies.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Discipline Courses | ||
| BIO-3555 & 3555Z | Biochemistry and Biochemistry Laboratory | 4 |
| or CHM-3555 & 3555Z | Biochemistry and Biochemistry Laboratory | |
| BIO-3600 | Molecular Biology | 4 |
| BIO-3610 | Selected Topics Biotechnology | 2 |
| BIO-3620 | Techniques in Biotechnology | 2 |
| BIO-3650 & 3650Z | Instrumental Methods of Analysis and Instrumental Methods of Analysis Laboratory | 4 |
| or CHM-3650 & 3650Z | Instrumental Methods of Analysis and Instrumental Methods of Analysis Laboratory | |
| Selected Courses | ||
| Select 4 semester hours of the following: | 4 | |
| Immunology | ||
| Advanced Cell Biology | ||
| Selected Topics in Biology (courses approved by departmental chairs) | ||
| Analytical Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry Laboratory | ||
| Inorganic Chemistry of Materials | ||
| Total Credits | 20 | |
Regulations Governing Minors
- Minors at Aurora University are optional. They are not required for graduation.
- A minor shall comprise a minimum of 18 semester hours.
- At least 25% of the credits applied to a minor must be earned at AU.
- Each minor must be developed and monitored by an approved program committee of the faculty; new or substantially revised minors require the approval of the Board of Trustees based on recommendations from the program committee, the appropriate school/college governance bodies, the Academic Dean, appropriate university governance bodies, the Chief Academic Officer, and the President.
- Beyond the minimum coursework requirement, the content, structure, and extent of a minor are prerogatives of the individual program committees within the schools and colleges of the university, except as otherwise defined or restricted by the academic regulations.
- No “D” will apply toward minors.
- A maximum of four (4) semester hours of credit/no credit coursework will apply toward a minor.
Learning Outcomes
- Students will understand the theory behind diverse biotechnological techniques through the completion of hands-on experiences.
- Students will articulate the underlying principles of the theory behind diverse techniques and their applications.
- Students will evaluate contemporary experimental approaches used in industry and academia.
- Students will be able to describe the evolution of the biotechnological industry and its impact in society.