College's catalog - Trinity Christian College

Biology
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Biology
R. Boomsma (chair), C. Carlson, A. Schrotenboer
The focus of the biology department is to introduce students to the structural and functional
complexity of living organisms and ecological systems. It seeks to bring a Reformed Christian
perspective to its science in terms of the ultimate meaning of the biological world and the nature
of science. This serves as a basis for addressing ethical issues intrinsic to modern biology, relating
these ideas to perspectives that students develop in general education courses.
A biology major may be used as preparation for entrance to advanced training or direct entrance
into a career. Three tracks are available. The general biology track is designed for students
seeking entry into jobs requiring a general biology background, medical school, or a graduate
school program requiring a general background in biology. The ecological track is designed to
prepare students for job entry or graduate school work in ecological areas. The allied health
science track is for students seeking entry into various allied health science programs such
as physical therapy, medical technology, etc. Some students in this track may gain entry into
allied health schools before completion of the program. In addition, the secondary biology
education major is designed for teachers in grades 6 through 12. This program meets the
major graduation requirements only for students completing the secondary education certification
program.
Students desiring to enroll in courses offered by the biology department should have completed
high school courses in biology and chemistry. Those planning for a major or minor in biology are
urged to complete at least three years of high school mathematics and one year of high school
chemistry and physics.
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