Scientific Communications Minor

Upon completion of the Scientific Communications minor, the student will be able to:

integrate and apply knowledge and experience from scientific disciplines using analytical thinking skills, information tools and computer applications to interpret data and answer questions;
understand and apply basic statistical analyses in scientific reasoning;
demonstrate respectful communication within groups to function cooperatively in a team setting; and
demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communication.

Scientific Communications Minor Total Required Coursework: 20 Credits

MATH 220 - Introduction to Statistics 3 Credits
COMM 313 - Professional Communication 3 Credits
or
COMM 360 - Technical Communication 3 Credits
ENGL 310 - Grammar and Usage 3 Credits
ENGL 300/400 Literature Elective 3 Credits (ENGL 325 recommended)
Sequential Courses in Biology, Chemistry, or Science: Credits / Units: 8 Credits
BIOL 101 - Biology I: Molecular and Cellular Biology 3 Lecture / 2 Lab / 4 Credits
BIOL 102 - Biology II: Evolution and Ecology 3 Lecture / 2 Lab / 4 Credits
or
BIOL 201 - Anatomy and Physiology I 3 Lecture / 2 Lab / 4 Credits
BIOL 202 - Anatomy and Physiology II 3 Lecture / 2 Lab / 4 Credits
or
CHEM 101 - Chemistry I 3 Lecture / 3 Lab / 4 Credits
CHEM 102 - Chemistry II 3 Lecture / 3 Lab / 4 Credits
or
CHEM 301 - Organic Chemistry I 3 Lecture / 3 Lab / 4 Credits
CHEM 302 - Organic Chemistry II 3 Lecture / 3 Lab / 4 Credits
or
PHYS 105 - Physics I 3 Lecture / 2 Lab / 4 Credits
PHYS 106 - Physics II 3 Lecture / 2 Lab / 4 Credits
Note: Students in the Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies: Occupational Therapy program must complete BIOL 201 Anatomy and Physiology I and BIOL 202 - Anatomy and Physiology II in order to complete the necessary degree requirements