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Department of Biological Sciences
W.-T. Evert Ting, Interim Head. Faculty: Y. D. Choi; J. C. Creighton; T. J. Dougherty; M. C. Henson; B. Mania-Farnell; R. Sarac; C. C. Tseng; F.-S. Wang; M. I. Zimmer
Emeritus Faculty: A. M. Chelich; R. L. Peloquin; J. R. Shoup; J. F. Wermuth; R. J. Werth; K. S. Wilson
Continuing Lecturer: N. O’Keefe
Lab Coordinator: L. Levin
Specialist: L. Dorworth (Aquatic Ecology Specialist, IL-IN Sea Grant College Program).
Biology is a fascinating field that holds important keys to the future of our society. Newbiological research, in areas such as gene therapy, stem cells, energy production
from biomass, and environmental remediation will change the way we live our lives in the near future. To helpstudents prepare for careers in this exciting field, we are
committed to excellence in our teaching and research programs.
The Department of Biological Sciences at Purdue University Calumet offers a comprehensive education that provides students with both a solid background in the
breadth of the biological sciences and the flexibility to meet their needs as individuals. At the undergraduate level, we offer Bachelor of Science (BS) degrees in Biology,
Biology Teaching, and Medical Technology and an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic. For our BS in Biology, students may
choose one of the five options (General Biology, Biotechnology, Cell Biology/Physiology, Ecology, and Microbiology) and sixfour-year pre-professional programs (Premedicine,
Predentistry, Preoptometry, Prephysical Therapy, Preoccupational Therapy, and Preveterinary Science and Medicine). In addition, we offer a two-year pre-pharmacy
program and two two-year transfer programs in cooperation with the School of Agriculture at Purdue University West Lafayette. At the graduate level, we offer Master
of Science (MS) degrees in Biology and Biology Teaching, for which students can choose either thesis or non-thesis options. Our graduate degrees can be used to further
professional development directly, or as a bridge to additional graduate studies in the life sciences.
Our department emphasizes an integrated approach to teaching modern biology, in that faculty research is directly incorporated as an important component of student
course work. We have an active and creative faculty who bring newknowledge and innovative concepts to the classroom through their research. Areas of strength in the
department include molecular biology with emphasis in genetic engineering and biotechnology, cell biology, microbiology, physiology, and ecology. In these areas students
utilize cutting-edge laboratory facilities and equipment to acquire hands-on experience with modern investigational and laboratory techniques as they gain a firsthand
knowledge of the biological sciences. Supervised research opportunities are available for both undergraduate and graduate students and graduate teaching and research
assistantships are available to support students pursuing an MS degree.
Options and Programs
Associate of Applied Science, Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic
Bachelor of Science, Biology:
~ General Biology Option
~ Biotechnology Option
~ Cell Biology/Physiology Option
~ Ecology Option
~ Microbiology Option
Bachelor of Science, Biological Science Teaching
Bachelor of Science, Medical Technology
Preprofessional programs in Predentistry, Premedicine, Preoccupational Therapy,
Preoptometry, Prepharmacy, Prephysical Therapy, and Preveterinary Science
and Medicine
Transfer programs in Agriculture and Preforestry
Minor in Biotechnology
Minor in Environmental Science
Master of Science, Biology
Master of Science, Biology Teaching
Graduate Biotechnology Certificate
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Associate of Applied Science, Emergency
Medical Services/Paramedic
(70 credits)
This associate degree program prepares students for careers in paramedicine. The
program has two components and requires at least 3 years for completion. The
academic phase of the program occurs on the Purdue University Calumet campus
and includes course work in the basic sciences and general studies. The clinical
professional phase of the program is offered at an affiliated hospital (St. Anthony
Medical Center, Crown Point, St. Mary’s Medical Center, Hobart or Methodist Hospitals,
Inc., Gary, Indiana) approved to offer the paramedic curriculum.
Note: EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) training and certification must be completed prior toapplying
for the clinical phase.
Preclinical Phase
(32 credits AT PURDUE CALUMET)
First Semester (16 credits)
BIOL 21300 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
CHM 11900 General Chemistry
ENGL 10400 English Composition I
MA 14700 Algebra and Trigonometry for Technology I
PSY 12000 Elementary Psychology
Second Semester (16 credits)
BIOL 21400 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
ENGL 10500 English Composition II
COM 11400 Fundamentals of Speech Communication
PSY Appropriate upper level course (consult your advisor)
Elective (3 credits)
Note: Students with strong backgrounds in Math and/or Chemistry may substitute a higher-level course
for MA 147 and/or CHM119.
Clinical Phase
(38 credits)
Successful completion of an 18-month clinical portion includes lectures, conferences,
a technical preceptorship, and field experience at an affiliated school of
emergency medical services/paramedic.
Note: Students must register for “Candidate Only” status at Purdue Calumet at the beginning of the
semester in which they expect tocomplete their degree.
Bachelor of Science – Biology
(124 credits)
Options are offered in General Biology, Biotechnology, Cell Biology/Physiology,
Ecology, and Microbiology; Programs are offered in Premedicine, Predentistry,
Prephysical Therapy, Preoccupational Therapy, and Preveterinary Science
and Medicine.
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